28/12/2014  Shatin  Race 11

LUGER was withdrawn on 26.12.14 by order of the Stewards acting on veterinary advice (fever) and was replaced by Standby Declared Starter DEEP THINKER (Apprentice C Y Lui). Before being allowed to race again, LUGER will be subjected to an official veterinary examination. On arrival at the Start, U Rispoli expressed concern regarding GREAT SPIRIT’s action. GREAT SPIRIT was examined by the Veterinary Surgeon who, after the necessary consultations, found the horse to be suitable to race. A veterinary inspection of GREAT SPIRIT immediately following the race did not reveal any significant findings. ARPINATI began only fairly. BEAR HERO and I’M IN CHARGE bumped on jumping. MULTIVICTORY and JAZZY FEELING bumped a short distance after the start. From a wide barrier, MY NAME IS BOND was shifted across behind runners in the early stages. Passing the 1300 Metres, DEEP THINKER was awkwardly placed outside MY LITTLE FRIEND. BEAR HERO travelled keenly for some distance approaching and passing the 1100 Metres. JAZZY FEELING had difficulty obtaining clear running in the early part of the Straight. Near the 350 Metres, DEEP THINKER was steadied when disappointed for running between OUR FOLKS and BEAR HERO. Throughout the race, I’M IN CHARGE travelled wide and without cover. MULTIVICTORY and ARPINATI were sent for sampling.