27/10/2013  Shatin  Race 2

Whilst in the saddling stalls, HOXO had its left front plate refitted. HOXO was examined by the Veterinary Officer who said in his opinion it was suitable to race. STREET CAT was slow to begin and shortly after the start was taken across behind runners. VIVA DOLPHIN shifted in at the start and bumped GORGEOUS DEBUT. From a wide barrier, HEARTLAND was taken across behind runners shortly after the start. Despite being ridden along in the early stages, VIVA DOLPHIN failed to muster speed. Near the 950 Metres, PEARL STAR got its head on the side and shifted in abruptly, resulting in HEARTLAND being crowded for room. Passing the 800 Metres, HEARTLAND was steadied away from the heels of HOXO which got its head up and raced ungenerously when being steadied away from the heels of LUCKY DAY and shifted out towards the hindquarters of ROBUST MOMENTUM. After this, HOXO continued to prove difficult to settle and for some distance after the 700 Metres was awkwardly placed close to the heels of LUCKY DAY. In the Straight, LUCKY DAY was badly held up when unable to obtain clear running until near the 100 Metres. Also in the Straight, HOXO got its head on the side and lay out under pressure. For the majority of the race, YAT DING WIN travelled wide and without cover. A veterinary inspection of ELEGANT FRAMES immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. LUCKY DAY, GORGEOUS DEBUT and NIGHTLIGN were sent for sampling.