Best Pick
2AMAZING FUNJCh/CHY10
1FUN ELITEZP/TPY7
3HEROIC MASTERLF/FCL4
Dark Horses
8THUNDER BLINKHWB/KHT13
11ISLAND BREEZESAA/PCN11
14BINGO BABEMFP/MeT5
False Favorite
5INVICTUS DRAGONDLe/KWL14
Others
4DANCING CLASSICSHB/CF12
7WATCH THE FORTLHe/DJH9
9NEW ASIA GREATJO/DAH8
6LEADING ARTICLEMLC/WKM1
10BEAUTY FORMULACYC/ASC3
12FORTUNE RACERKDM/WYS2
13NOBLE DELUXEAB/JS6
Predict Pacing
1000m
Very Slow
Annotation
3
HEROIC MASTERFive weeks ago, this horse completed a dirt trial over 1000m at Conghua in running positions of 6-2-3 with a steady pace after a slightly slow jump. Seven weeks prior, it ran over a Happy Valley sprint distance and performed adequately despite a slow start, settling towards the back but finishing with a strong late run, beaten two and a half lengths. A subsequent barrier trial showed moderate form. Another trial on the straight course this time benefits from a 2lb weight reduction. The timing is comparable to horses in its group; it’s expected to settle back in the field relying on a strong finishing kick, with an advantageous racing profile. Based on the horse's ability, it appears the most capable contender in this race. Luke Ferraris takes over as jockey, a rider known for controlling pace. Despite drawing a poor barrier and potential trainer-jockey mismatch, a forward finish is anticipated.
Predict Pacing
1000m
Very Slow