VOLCANIC SPARK

Five weeks ago, this horse performed excellently over 2000m on Sha Tin turf, running strongly in the rear and maintaining a steady pace throughout before gradually closing to secure second place, losing by only half a length—a high-class effort. He has since run over 1800m on Sha Tin turf, a race where he performed well and his time was respectable. Drawing an ideal gate, his closing speed in this group is the strongest; the jockey's riding style suits the horse well, and the trainer-jockey combination is decent. Although he must carry four pounds more in this race and the conditions don't look ideally suited, he will primarily be considered a supporting runner.