Three weeks ago, the horse ran disappointingly over Sha Tin 2000m, slow out of the gate and settling towards the back. He made a move in the middle stages but faded badly, finishing well-beaten. A subsequent run at Happy Valley over a mile with a three-pound weight reduction proved unsuccessful, marking his third defeat in three attempts at this distance. Facing tough competition within the field and drawing a poor barrier, he’s expected to race from behind again, though lacking the necessary finishing kick to challenge effectively. Despite late gate work, there are no clear signs of improvement.