MAX QUE

Ten days ago, this horse performed exceptionally well over 1400m on Sha Tin turf, utilizing his stamina to run strongly and accelerating in the middle section before chasing two more sections on the straight, finishing strong for the minor placings, beaten only half a length; his level is high. In his previous run over a Happy Valley mile, he performed solidly in this contest, with reasonable sectional times and an advantageous draw. Based on overall assessment for the race, he is highly rated in this field, and the jockey/trainer combination seems well-coordinated. While his recent form is not poor, he will need to carry two extra pounds this time, and with slightly unfavorable conditions and a marginal dip in his finishing kick, he remains a key contender.