WUKONG JEWELLERY

On 22/12, the horse completed a dirt trial over 1200m with sections of 6-4-4, showing good effort under urging. A recent winner four weeks ago in a Sha Tin 1400m race, where it performed well despite a slow start and settling towards the rear, maintaining a steady pace before finishing strongly to win by two lengths. Its most recent barrier trial performance was unremarkable. Stepping up in class for its debut over a Sha Tin 1600m turf track, it benefits from a 10-pound weight reduction this race. While trainer and jockey have a reasonable rapport, the longer distance is questionable and drawing an outside barrier presents a disadvantage; a backmarker's strategy may be best suited.