05/02/2017  Shatin  Race 2

Whilst in the saddling stalls, CORRE RAPIDO had its left hind plate refitted. CORRE RAPIDO was examined by the Veterinary Officer who said in his opinion it was suitable to race. TELECOM TITAN was checked at the start when crowded between HURRICANE KID and EXPONETS which shifted out abruptly. MR ORIOLE began awkwardly, shifted out and bumped MULTIGOGO which jumped inwards. This resulted in both horses becoming unbalanced. INDIGENOUS STAR began only fairly and shortly after the start was shifted out across the heels of LONDON MASTER after racing tight outside BUMBLE BABY. On a number of occasions over the final 400 Metres, MR ORIOLE shifted ground when placed under pressure. When questioned regarding the performance of CORRE RAPIDO, Z Purton stated that he was able to obtain a good position on the horse in the early stages, however, CORRE RAPIDO came under pressure to maintain its position passing the 700 Metres. He said, despite being ridden out approaching the 400 Metres, CORRE RAPIDO gave ground noticeably over the concluding stages. He added that whilst the horse was disappointing, he was of the view that CORRE RAPIDO would be better suited over longer than the 1000 Metres of today’s race. A veterinary inspection of CORRE RAPIDO immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. A veterinary inspection of LONDON MASTER immediately following the race found that horse to be a “roarer” which had previously been reported. CORRE RAPIDO, BRAVO WATCHMAN and MULTIGOGO were sent for sampling.