19/09/2021  Shatin  Race 9

On arrival at the Start, Z Purton expressed concern regarding the action of PERFECT PAIR. A veterinary examination of PERFECT PAIR found that horse to be lame in its right front leg and accordingly was not suitable to race. Acting on this advice, PERFECT PAIR was withdrawn by order of the Stewards. Before being allowed to race again, PERFECT PAIR will be subjected to an official veterinary examination. SUPER OASIS and CHARITY GRACE bumped at the start. HAPPY LAND began awkwardly. Then shortly after the start, HAPPY LAND commenced to travel keenly when being steadied to obtain cover and near the 1350 Metres became unbalanced when awkwardly placed close to the heels of CHARITY GRACE. SPLENDID LIVING also began awkwardly, shifted out at the start and bumped HORSESAIN BOLT. After this, HORSESAIN BOLT was steadied and shifted across behind runners to obtain cover. From the outside barriers, KASI FARASI and HELENE ALLIBOR were also steadied in the early stages to obtain cover. After the 1000 Metres, STAR PERFORMANCE travelled keenly. Throughout the race, SPLENDID LIVING raced greenly and near the 300 Metres got its head on the side and shifted out abruptly under pressure, resulting in its rider having to stop riding and correct his mount. Passing the 250 Metres, CHARITY GRACE was awkwardly placed outside the heels of SUPER OASIS which shifted out and away from TEMPEST EXPRESS. Near the 50 Metres, SUPER OASIS raced tight outside the heels of TEMPEST EXPRESS. A veterinary inspection of SUPER OASIS and HORSESAIN BOLT immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. DRAGON FORTUNE and HALL OF CHAMP were sent for sampling.