Best Pick
5VOLCANIC SPARKJMc/PFY4
3ORIENTAL SMOKEHB/DAH3
Dark Horses
8GLUCK RACERMFP/WKM2
7KASA PAPAAB/ASC10
9YOUTH POWERKTe/DAH1
False Favorite
2BEAUTY VIVAZP/PCN6
1MATSU VICTORJMo/KWL9
Others
10PING HAI COMETAA/JS7
4JOYFUL PROSPERITYCS/CSS11
6SMILING COLLECTORHWB/KHT5
11NINJA DERBYMLC/ASC8
Predict Pacing
1800m
Very Slow
Annotation
1
MATSU VICTORThree weeks ago, this horse delivered a strong performance over Sha Tin’s 1600m, settling in a good position tracking the leaders before finishing with a fast final two sections to secure second place, beaten by half a length. Now stepping up to Sha Tin's 1800m and carrying only a three-pound increase, despite the distance seemingly suiting, the jockey change to Joao Moreira is notable as he understands the horse’s temperament well, and trainer-jockey rapport appears positive. The horse is showing good energy on track but will likely be held up in this race; however, its finishing kick may not match rivals, leaving it with a less favorable position – hoping for a place.
Predict Pacing
1800m
Very Slow