POLAR PATCH

Fourteen days ago, this horse performed exceptionally well in a Sha Tin 1200m race on turf; tracking the leaders from a good position with sustained drive late in the run, he secured second place and was beaten by only half a length. In his subsequent Sha Tin 1400m run, he was at the best time within his group and showed no significant weaknesses, possessing the capability to lead. His finishing kick was second-best in his field, and his overall assessment placed him near the top of the race. The horse's condition and the jockey/trainer strategy appeared well-coordinated, but his draw was not ideal; he remains a key contender.