12/03/2014  Happy Valley  Race 8

GRIFFINDOR became fractious as the start was effected and lifted its front feet off the ground and consequently was slow to begin. From the outside barrier, NOBLE BOY was taken across behind runners shortly after the start. Approaching the winning post on the first occasion, ELEGANCE KLAMMER was shifted out to relieve tightening to GRIFFINDOR and in doing so was awkwardly placed close to the heels of IMPERIAL CONCORDE. Passing the winning post on the first occasion, HOLMES LEGEND was awkwardly placed inside the heels of TRUMP which shifted in before being shifted out to relieve the tightening. TRUMP then travelled wide and without cover until near the 600 Metres. Making the turn near the 1000 Metres, HONG KONG DANCER got its head up when awkwardly placed close to the heels of FAT CHOY HONG KONG. Making the turn after the 600 Metres, HONG KONG DANCER shifted in of its own accord and made contact with the running rail. Passing the 50 Metres, WRATH OF FIRE was awkwardly placed outside the heels of WINNIE’S HORSE. Over the concluding stages, EMPEROR CLAUDIUS got its head on the side and hung in. A veterinary inspection of GRIFFINDOR and HONG KONG DANCER immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. HOLMES LEGEND and FAT CHOY HONG KONG were sent for sampling. <2014/3/13 Additional Veterinary Reports>GRIFFINDOR, which performed poorly, was examined by the Veterinary Officer. He said at that time there were no significant findings. GRIFFINDOR was again examined by the Veterinary Officer at the stables of Trainer J Moore this morning. He said at this time he noted the horse to be lame in its right front leg. Before being allowed to race again, GRIFFINDOR will be subjected to an official veterinary examination.