GOLDEN FORTUNE

Four weeks ago, this horse ran disappointingly over 1400m on Sha Tin turf; it was slow out of the gate, tracking back with a steady pace, only recovering some ground at the finish. Switching to 1800m on dirt in its initial attempt over this distance, the position was slightly unfavorable, requiring it to track back, and its finishing kick did not match the competition. The jockey/trainer combination was not ideal, but it benefited from an advantageous draw and a respectable time, making it a potential dark horse.