Sha Tin:
Race 1 - AMARYLLIS HANDICAP
Sunday, December 22, 2024, Sha Tin, 12:45
Turf, "A+3" Course, 1600M, Good
Prize Money: $875,000, Rating: 40-0, Class 5
Horse No. Brand No. Horse Name Race Date Race Index Description
1 J252  SMASHING EXPRESS  24/11/2024   207  SMASHING EXPRESS (J252) shortly after the start was checked when crowded – Race 207.
2 H354  SPECIAL HEDGE  24/11/2024   207  SPECIAL HEDGE (H354) jumped awkwardly, shifted out and was bumped heavily - Race 207.
3 G437  CHARMANDER  15/12/2024   259  CHARMANDER (G437) bumped on jumping - Race 259.
4 H106  GOLD TACK  27/11/2024   214  GOLD TACK (H106) from the outside barrier was shifted across behind runners in the early stages. Post-race vet inspection did not show any significant findings - Race 214.
5 G312  KASA PAPA  04/12/2024   231  KASA PAPA (G312) as the start was effected reared simultaneously and lost ground. Has since performed to the satisfaction of the Stewards in a stalls test. Near the 300M shifted out slightly and was bumped - Race 231.
6 G126  CASA LEGEND  03/11/2024   147  CASA LEGEND (G126) after the event, rider stated that, in his opinion, the horse may not have run out the 1800M of the event. Trainer confirmed that he had been pleased with the work of the horse leading into the event and agreed with rider that the horse did not run out the 1800M. Post-race vet inspection did not show any significant findings. Performance compared to its previous race starts was considered to be disappointing. Has since performed to the satisfaction of the Stewards in a barrier trial and passed an official vet exam - Race 147.
7 H253  CERVIN  20/11/2024   193  CERVIN (H253) jumped only fairly. In the early stages raced keenly and near the 1200M got its head up when being steadied away from a runner. When questioned in relation to his riding out of the horse to the finish, rider said over the concluding stages when he put his whip away, he reduced the vigour for a short period before recommencing when he observed a runner improving quickly to his outside. Finished 1st and rider was nonetheless reminded of his obligation to ensure that he fully rides his mounts out to the finish of the race - Race 193.
8 J182  ON THE LASH  11/12/2024   250  --
9 G339  CHILLI BABA  24/11/2024   202  CHILLI BABA (G339) was slow to begin. After the event, rider could offer no explanation for his mount’s disappointing performance. Post-race vet inspection did not show any significant findings. Performance was considered disappointing as compared to its last start. Has since performed to the satisfaction of the Stewards in a barrier trial and passed an official vet exam - Race 202.
10 C037  INVINCIBLE MISSILE  04/12/2024   231  INVINCIBLE MISSILE (C037) from the outside barrier was shifted across behind runners in the early stages - Race 231.
11 H374  LAPRAS  04/12/2024   232  LAPRAS (H374) when under pressure in the Home Straight lay in - Race 232.
12 D087  FIRE BALL  24/11/2024   202  --
13 J005  WINNING SEVEN  04/12/2024   231  WINNING SEVEN (J005) on jumping was bumped. After travelling a short distance was steadied when crowded. Approaching the 300M was contacted on the hindquarters – Race 231.
14 H034  LEATHER MASTER  01/12/2024   221  LEATHER MASTER (H034) after the event, rider reported that his mount did not appreciate the kickback from the All Weather surface. Post-race vet inspection did not show any significant findings - Race 221.
Standby Horse
1 H055  HOSS  15/12/2024   259  HOSS (H055) near the 1000M was steadied away from a runner. Post-race vet inspection did not show any significant findings - Race 259.
2 H011  COOL BLUE  04/12/2024   231  COOL BLUE (H011) bumped at the start. Near the 200M was briefly held up for clear running - Race 231.