07/05/2008  Happy Valley  Race 5

From a wide barrier, REWARDING STAR was taken across behind runners. Entering the Back Straight, CLOVIS, which was racing keenly, was steadied away from the heels of MEATH. Prior to straightening, DECAGONAL, which was held up and unable to improve, became unbalanced when awkwardly placed close to the heels of STAY YOUNG. In the early part of the Straight, CLASSA WIN had some difficulty obtaining clear running. For some distance approaching the 200 Metres, REWARDING STAR had difficulty obtaining clear running. Just prior to the winning post, MARVELLOUS was steadied away from the heels of MEATH which drifted in. Because of this, MARVELLOUS was not ridden out to the end of the race as it normally would be. Throughout the race, LITTLE BIG BOY travelled wide and without cover. STAY YOUNG and PRIMIATA were sent for an official veterinary inspection. After the race, STAY YOUNG was examined by the Veterinary Officer who said the horse was lame in its left front leg. Before being allowed to race again, STAY YOUNG will be subjected to an official veterinary examination. A veterinary inspection of PRIMIATA after the race did not show any significant findings. JUGGERNAUT an CLOVIS were sent for sampling.