MIGHTY STEED

On 30/8, he showed good early pace in the turf trial over 1000m (3-5-6), running easily. Having made his first run this season, he performed reasonably well in a Sha Tin 1600m race eight weeks ago, staying on in the rear. A trial run further confirmed his good form. In a return trip over a Happy Valley mile, he has shown consistent performance in this distance and the group time was good; his prospects look solid with an advantageous draw, giving him the ability to lead. He is among the highest-rated contenders for this race; the jockey/horse combination is decent, and the trainer/jockey partnership remains smooth. His form is stable, though his closing speed was slightly inferior; nevertheless, he remains a strong contender for the win.