WINNING DIAMOND

Five weeks ago, over Sha Tin 1200m, the performance was moderate with a slow jump and settled towards the back of the field but showed a strong late run. The horse has dropped 28 pounds in weight and is now switching to Happy Valley over 1200m for its debut at this distance. This time it benefits from a one-pound weight reduction, the trip should suit, and drawing a favorable barrier position suggests a hold-up tactics. It possesses the strongest finishing kick within the group and appears well positioned to succeed based on relative ability, making it the leading contender in this race. Matthew Chadwick takes the ride, with the jockey having some familiarity with the horse’s capabilities, significantly improving its chances of winning.