AUTUMN VIBES

31/08 (Zhonghua turf trial 800m: 7-7-6) ran smoothly with reserve energy. This is the horse's first start this season; two months ago, he performed poorly in a Sha Tin 1200m race, breaking slowly and running from the rear with an even pace, showing average form. A recent trial showed no improvement. Returning to Happy Valley over 1200m this time, with a two-pound weight reduction, his sectional times are among the best in the group. He can settle well near the front and is considered one of the highest-rated horses in this race, though having lost all three previous starts, a slightly inferior late burst, and not having perfect synergy between jockey and trainer, he remains a key contender.