24/11/2013  Shatin  Race 2

On arrival at the Start, it was noted that BUNDLE OF HEART had lost its right front plate. This plate was refitted. BUNDLE OF HEART was examined by the Veterinary Officer who said in his opinion it was suitable to race. ELEGANT FRAMES began only fairly and after this was ridden to obtain a forward position, however, throughout the race travelled wide and without cover. Shortly after the start, FIGHTING BOY was steadied away from the heels of DISCIPLES TWELVE which shifted in. Despite being ridden along in the early stages, SUPER CAGA failed to muster speed. When being steadied to obtain a position with cover in the early stages, SNOW SLIDER got its head up and proved very difficult to settle for some distance. SNOW SLIDER continued to race greenly throughout the remainder of the event and lay out. The racing manners of SNOW SLIDER were considered unacceptable. Before being allowed to race again, SNOW SLIDER will be required to perform to the satisfaction of the Stewards in an official barrier trial around a bend. Near the 1100 Metres, JOY TOGETHER was steadied away from the heels of NIGHTLIGN (H W Lai) which shifted in when not properly clear. H W Lai was reprimanded and reminded of his obligation to provide sufficient clearance when shifting ground in future. Making the first turn near the 900 Metres, BUNDLE OF HEART got its head on the side and lay out and in doing so made contact with JOY TOGETHER which was tightened for room inside ELEGANT FRAMES. Near the 500 Metres, FIGHTING BOY (Apprentice C Y Lui) got its head up when being checked away from the heels of SUPER CAGA. Apprentice Lui was advised against the practice of endeavouring to improve into runs where there was insufficient or doubtful room. Making the Home Turn, FAMILY INTERESTS got its head on the side and hung out. Near the 350 Metres, FIGHTING BOY was checked away from the heels of FAMILY INTERESTS. A veterinary inspection of ELEGANT FRAMES, SNOW SLIDER and FAIR WIND immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. ADDOLE and MULTIEXPRESS were sent for sampling.