Best Pick
4STEPS AHEADLF/KWL7
5HONG LOK GOLFHWB/WYS5
Dark Horses
6SNOWFIELDMFP/MN2
False Favorite
3MICKLEYZP/JS6
8PRAY FOR MIRAA/WKM4
Others
7FLAMINGO TRILLIONAB/FCL1
1ENCOUNTEREDDLe/DJH8
2THE GOLDEN SCENERYBAv/ASC3
Predict Pacing
1600m
Mid
Annotation
3
MICKLEYOn April 25th, a turf trial over 1200m in Conghua saw the horse move forward consistently from an inside barrier with continued improvement. On April 11th, another turf trial over 1200m in Conghua saw it settle mid-field without significant changes in position. Six weeks ago, this horse delivered a standout performance over 2000m on the Sha Tin turf, jumping slowly and settling towards the rear before making a strong late run with good sectionals. It finished eighth, beaten two and a half lengths. Two barrier trials have shown no clear improvement. Dropping in class for its next start and stepping back to 1600m on the Sha tin turf this time with a 2-pound weight reduction, it has previous form over this distance and recorded good times against its group. Expecting a hold-up tactic to showcase its finishing kick, it appears stronger than other competitors in the race. Zac Purton takes the ride, gaining some familiarity with the horse’s capabilities, and trainer-jockey relationship remains solid, although the barrier draw is not favorable; likely to break slowly.
Predict Pacing
1600m
Mid