RISING FROM ASHES

Four weeks ago, this horse ran poorly over a Happy Valley mile, jumping slowly and settling towards the rear with a steady pace but lacking any finishing kick. He finished well-beaten. In a subsequent trial over Sha Tin’s 1200m, he will carry an additional four pounds this time and is expected to race from behind again; however, his finishing speed was inferior to rivals and the situation isn’t favorable despite drawing an inside barrier and recording comparable times in its group."