Best Pick
2TOP TIMEKDM/WYS6
5THE AZUREZP/FCL2
8DRAGON STARKTe/MeT5
Dark Horses
1SIMPLE HEDGEAB/JS10
9JUMBO FORTUNEAHa/DJE11
3TURIN WARRIORHB/KLM3
10GALLANT CROWNECW/DAH9
False Favorite
12ATOMIC BEAUTYAA/ASC4
Others
6RADIANT SWIFTHTM/TPY7
7IRON FIGHTERDLe/KHT1
11CONFRINGOMLY/WKM12
4SATIRICAL FANJO/CSS8
Predict Pacing
1650m
Slow
Annotation
7
IRON FIGHTERApril 8th, the horse recorded (7-8-9-10) over a turf trial of 1600m, with an unremarkable jump and performance. On March 14th, during a Happy Valley barrier trial over 1200m, it showed a lack of stamina while tracking the pace uphill. Eight weeks ago, in a straight course race, the horse was extremely disappointing; a slow start saw it settle towards the back with a steady but uninspiring pace and finished poorly. After a short break, two trials did not reveal any improvement. The horse has dropped 44 pounds in weight. Making its Happy Valley mile debut this time with a 2-pound reduction, the distance appears unsuitable and the trainer-jockey combination lacks synergy. Despite drawing a favorable barrier, it is expected to race from behind, relying on a strong finishing kick. Derek Leung takes the ride, understanding the horse’s capabilities; observe its first run under the new jockey.
Predict Pacing
1650m
Slow