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Shortly after the start was crowded by SHINYU KOKOROE which shifted out.

No report.

Approaching the 300 Metres made contact with GIMME FIVE due to both runners shifting ground. Z Purton stated that after obtaining a position outside the lead his mount failed to respond to his riding in the Home Straight but could offer no excuse for the horse’s disappointing performance. Trainer K L Man advised that the horse had pleased him leading into the race and he had instructed Jockey Purton to go forward from its wide barrier. He added the only explanation he could offer for the horse’s disappointing performance was that too much use had to be made of the horse in the early stages to go forward. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. The performance of JOLLY COMPANION was considered disappointing. Before being allowed to race again, JOLLY COMPANION will be required to perform to the satisfaction of the Stewards in a barrier trial and be subjected to an official veterinary examination.

Bumped on jumping. Raced wide and without cover for the majority of the event. L Ferraris stated that the preference was to hold a more forward position, but despite riding his mount along in the early stages it failed to show sufficient pace to do so.

Jumped only fairly. The performance of MAGIC SUPER, which finished tailed out, was considered unacceptable. Before being allowed to race again, MAGIC SUPER will be required to perform to the satisfaction of the Stewards in a barrier trial and be subjected to an official veterinary examination which must include additional diagnostic assessments. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings.

On jumping shifted in and made contact with DAILY TROPHY. Approaching the 300 Metres made contact with JOLLY COMPANION due to both runners shifting ground. Apprentice H Y Yuen stated that after leading the event her mount failed to run on in the Home Straight and was disappointing. Trainer Y S Tsui advised that the horse had pleased him leading into the race and he was of the opinion that Apprentice Yuen had to make too much use of the horse in the early stages to lead and this was the principal reason for the horse’s disappointing performance. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. The performance of GIMME FIVE was considered disappointing. Before being allowed to race again, GIMME FIVE will be required to perform to the satisfaction of the Stewards in a barrier trial and be subjected to an official veterinary examination.

Bumped on jumping.

Bumped on jumping. Over the concluding stages could not be ridden out when held up behind SPICY SPANGLE. <12/10/2026 Additional Veterinary Reports>The Veterinary Surgeon reported that CONCORDE STAR was found to be displaying an irregular heart rhythm on the morning after racing. Before being allowed to race again, CONCORDE STAR will be subjected to perform satisfactorily in a barrier trial and be subjected to an official veterinary examination.

For some distance approaching the 300 Metres was held up behind DIRIYA.

On jumping shifted out and made contact with SPICY SPANGLE. Near the 300 Metres was briefly held up behind CONCORDE STAR which shifted in. Apprentice H Y Yuen stated that the intention was to be more forward but after making contact with SPICY SPANGLE at the start her mount settled further back than intended. She added that over the concluding stages she was unable to ride her mount out when held up behind DASH.

On jumping was crowded by DIRIYA which shifted in. A Atzeni stated that his mount did not travel well during the early stages of the race. He added over the final 100 Metres he was unable to ride ISLAND BREEZES out when held up behind CONCORDE STAR. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings.

A Atzeni advised that CROSSBORDERDUDE would derive benefit from today’s first up performance. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings.

Leaving the 900 Metres was hampered when bumped by LUCKY DOCTOR which shifted out. Near the 600 Metres became badly unbalanced when bumped heavily by LUCKY DOCTOR which shifted out abruptly. B Avdulla reported that after being bumped heavily near the 600 Metres his mount lost momentum from that point and failed to finish the race off in the Home Straight. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. HOLMES A COURT, which weakened in the Home Straight, will be subjected to an official veterinary examination before being allowed to race again.

No report.

Near the 700 Metres was steadied to avoid MIGHTY PROFIT. From the 350 Metres to the 300 Metres was held up for clear running when being shifted to the outside of MIGHTY PROFIT.

Jumped awkwardly and lost ground. Apprentice H Y Yuen stated that the horse did not appreciate the kickback in the early stages on the All Weather surface.

Blundered on jumping. The performance of DRAGON JOY, which finished tailed out, was considered unacceptable. Before being allowed to race again, DRAGON JOY will be required to perform to the satisfaction of the Stewards in a barrier trial and be subjected to an official veterinary examination. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings.

Z Purton pleaded guilty to a careless riding charge for causing interference near the 100 Metres (see CENTRAL BANK). Sent for sampling post-race.

Near the 800 Metres CENTRAL BANK shifted to the outside of NOBLE DELUXE to obtain a three wide position as MEGA CAPTAIN (Z Purton) improved to the outside of CENTRAL BANK. Making the turn near the 700 Metres CENTRAL BANK was then eased when crowded between NOBLE DELUXE which shifted out slightly and MEGA CAPTAIN which shifted in slightly as it established a three wide position behind JUICY DRAGON. Held up for clear running between the 400 Metres and the 200 Metres. Z Purton was advised in similar circumstances he should exercise more care to ensure runners to his inside are provided with sufficient racing room. Z Purton (MEGA CAPTAIN) pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding [Rule 100(1)] in that near the 100 Metres he allowed his mount to shift out when not clear of CENTRAL BANK, resulting in CENTRAL BANK having to be checked. Z Purton was suspended from riding in races for one Hong Kong raceday to be conducted on Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at Sha Tin. In assessing penalty, the Stewards determined the carelessness grade 2 and the consequences grade 2 and also considered his excellent race riding record.

E C W Wong stated that his mount jumped awkwardly and as a result lost ground at the start. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings.

Jumped only fairly and shortly after the start was checked when crowded by GIANT SPIRIT which shifted out despite the efforts of its rider. Approaching the 100 Metres, when laying in, was bumped by CENTRAL BANK which was taken out by MEGA CAPTAIN.

A Atzeni stated that his mount gave ground noticeably in the Home Straight and raced in a disappointing manner but could offer no explanation for the performance. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race found that horse to be a "roarer” which had previously been reported.

Shortly after the start was eased when crowded between PARROT BLESSING and ENJOY GOLF, both of which shifted ground. Between the 300 Metres and the 200 Metres had difficulty obtaining clear running.

Jumped awkwardly and lost ground. Between the 300 Metres and the 200 Metres had difficulty obtaining clear running. When being shifted to the outside of LET’S HAVE FUN near the 200 Metres to obtain clear running made contact with PARROT BLESSING.

Shifted in at the start and made contact with LET’S HAVE FUN. Bumped near the 200 Metres. Raced wide and without cover for the majority of the event.

Jumped awkwardly. H Bentley stated that the intention was to cross and lead but when NOBLE SUPERIOR held its position to his inside he was obliged to race outside that runner. He added under pressure in the Home Straight ENJOY GOLF disappointed in the manner in which it responded. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings.

Shortly after the start was steadied when crowded between TYCOON EXPRESS which was taken out by GOOD LUCK BABE and M M CONCORD which shifted in. Had some difficulty obtaining clear running approaching the 300 Metres.

Shortly after the start was steadied when crowded by ONE MORE.

On jumping bumped with STUNNING BUNDLE due to both runners shifting ground. ONE MORE then shifted in and away from STUNNING BUNDLE and crowded ABSOLUTE AWAKENED. Near the 550 Metres endeavoured to improve into a run between STORM MIRROR and SOO KOO when there was not sufficient room to do so. When SOO KOO held its position, ONE MORE then was checked when disappointed between STORM MIRROR and SOO KOO. H T Mo was reprimanded and advised in similar circumstances he would be expected to ride with more care than he did on this occasion. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race found that horse to be lame in its left front leg. Before being allowed to race again, ONE MORE will be subjected to an official veterinary examination.

When questioned Z Purton stated that his mount obtained a midfield position where it followed STUNNING BUNDLE throughout the early and middle stages. He said making the Home Turn STUNNING BUNDLE shifted out and he improved to its inside. He said as he improved to the inside of STUNNING BUNDLE, ONE MORE endeavoured to obtain running between STORM MIRROR and SOO KOO where there was not sufficient room to do so which resulted in ONE MORE giving ground and CAVA PIONEER being held up behind ONE MORE near the 400 Metres. He added that he then endeavoured to improve between ONE MORE and STUNNING BUNDLE, however, ONE MORE shifted out which resulted in the run closing near the 350 Metres and CAVA PIONEER not being able to secure clear running for the remainder of the event. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings.

Crowded shortly after the start. Between the 300 Metres and the 200 Metres was held up for clear running.

Shifted in at the start and became unbalanced when it bumped HAPPY TERCENTENARY. Passing the 200 Metres made contact with STUNNING BUNDLE due to both runners shifting ground. Raced wide and without cover for the majority of the event.

E C W Wong stated that his mount failed to travel throughout the event and did not respond to his riding in the Home Straight. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. The performance of FLUORESCENCE, which finished tailed out, was considered unacceptable. Before being allowed to race again, FLUORESCENCE will be required to perform to the satisfaction of the Stewards in a barrier trial and be subjected to an official veterinary examination.

Bumped on jumping. Between the 350 Metres and the 250 Metres was held up for clear running.

For some distance approaching the 100 Metres had difficulty obtaining clear running. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings.

Raced wide and without cover for the majority of the event.

Shortly after the start became badly unbalanced when crowded between BLING BLING GENIUS and ACE which shifted out despite the efforts of its rider.

Raced keenly throughout the early stages when being steadied to obtain cover. SMART FAT CAT continued to race keenly in the middle stages.

Jumped only fairly. Approaching the 400 Metres made contact with ELITE GOLF when being shifted to the outside of SHANGHAI WARRIOR to obtain clear running. Whilst the Stewards were satisfied that the riding of A Badel, 6th placegetter, over the concluding stages did not affect the horse’s finishing position, he was nonetheless reminded of his obligation to ensure that he fully rides his mounts out to the finish of the race.

Raced wide and without cover for the majority of the event.

L Hewitson stated that after leading the event his mount failed to respond to his riding and gave ground noticeably in the Home Straight. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings other than the horse had sustained a small laceration to the right stifle. <12/10/2026 Additional Veterinary Reports>EVER LUCK, which performed disappointingly, was examined by the Veterinary Officer who said at that time there were no significant findings. EVER LUCK was again examined by the Veterinary Officer at the stables of Trainer M Newnham this morning. He said at this time he noted the horse to be lame in its right front leg. Before being allowed to race again, EVER LUCK will be subjected to an official veterinary examination.

When questioned A Atzeni stated that he expected to hold a more forward position, however, when a number of runners showed superior pace his mount settled further back than he had anticipated.

Jumped awkwardly. Shortly after the start blundered. M Chadwick stated that with the early stages being run inside of standard time his mount was under pressure throughout the race and also did not appreciate racing amongst other horses during the event. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings.

Shifted in at the start, was bumped on the hindquarters and became unbalanced. Between the 350 Metres and the 250 Metres had some difficulty obtaining clear running.

Approaching the 600 Metres was steadied to avoid SO NAIVE when that runner commenced to give ground. As a result FIT FOR BEAUTY shifted out and became awkwardly placed close to CELESTIAL HERO. Near the 300 Metres was eased when crowded between SO NAIVE and EVERYONE’S STAR, both of which shifted ground slightly. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings.

Raced keenly in the early stages. Approaching the 600 Metres was hampered when taken wider by FIT FOR BEAUTY which shifted out.

Between the 400 Metres and the 200 Metres was held up for clear running. Apprentice H Y Yuen stated that her instructions were to lead. She said FORTUNE LINK jumped only fairly and then was crowded between TITAN PEGASUS and GULU GOGO and as a consequence settled back in the field.

Sent for sampling post-race.

Shortly after the start was steadied when crowded between TANG HEART and CHIU CHOW SPIRIT. Between the 300 Metres and the 200 Metres was held up for clear running. Passing the 200 Metres endeavoured to improve into a tight run between GULU GOGO and ANOTHER ZONDA which was giving ground. When GULU GOGO shifted out slightly SUPER UNICORN was steadied when disappointed for clear running.

Jumped only fairly. Approaching the 1000 Metres was eased when momentarily crowded between BRAVE STAR which shifted out and away from BLAZING WIND and KA YING ATTACK (M F Poon) which shifted in. M F Poon was advised to exercise more care.

Near the 450 Metres was steadied when crowded between PAKISTAN LEGACY and YOUNG CHAMPION, both of which shifted ground.

Approaching the 350 Metres was steadied when disappointed for clear running to the inside of RISING FORCE. JUMBO TREASURE then shifted to the outside of RISING FORCE to obtain clear running near the 300 Metres. Sent for sampling post-race.

Raced wide and without cover for the majority of the event.