WHIZZ KID

A month ago, this horse ran a respectable race over a Happy Valley sprint distance, tracking the leaders with a strong pace and finishing third. He was beaten two and a half lengths. In a subsequent trial over Sha Tin 1200m, he will carry seven pounds less this time but has drawn an outside barrier. His finishing kick was weak in the trial, representing a disadvantageous situation, and there appears to be limited synergy between horse and rider. However, his sectionals were good, suggesting sufficient speed to track the leaders. He is capable of running at pace. With Alexis Badel taking the ride, the jockey has some understanding of the horse’s capabilities; a clean jump should allow him to settle comfortably in a forward position and contend for a place."