HAPPY UNIVERSE

Three weeks ago, this horse performed excellently in a 1800m dirt race; he maintained his position throughout, steadily regaining ground in the final stages to finish as runner-up, beaten only half a length. In his subsequent 1000m dirt run, he performed respectably in the same field with a decent draw and ranked near the top overall. The jockey is familiar with this horse, and the partnership between trainer and jockey appears smooth; his recent training reports are positive, suggesting he is capable of another strong performance.