06/07/2014  Shatin  Race 3

Whilst in the saddling stalls, ENCHANTING DIAMOND had its right front plate refitted. ENCHANTING DIAMOND was examined by the Veterinary Officer who said in his opinion it was suitable to race. C Reith (ENCHANTING DIAMOND) was reminded of his obligation to ensure that he presents himself in the Parade Ring by the stipulated time. When parading behind the barriers, HOXO became fractious and reared, resulting in its rider, K Teetan, being dislodged. HOXO was examined by the Veterinary Officer and found to be suitable to race. ENCHANTING DIAMOND was slow to begin. Shortly after the start, HOXO was crowded for room between INTELLECTUAL GLIDE and LUFFY, both of which shifted ground. Passing the 1100 Metres, ENCHANTING DIAMOND was checked when crowded for room inside MAGICAL BREAM which was taken in by INTELLECTUAL GLIDE (C K Tong) which, when proving difficult to settle, shifted in abruptly. The Stewards were satisfied that C K Tong had immediately taken corrective measures to relieve the tightening to runners to his inside and that INTELLECTUAL GLIDE due to racing greenly, had been the cause of the incident. Accordingly, no further action was taken. Making the turn after the 900 Metres, INTELLECTUAL GLIDE continued to prove difficult to settle and got its head up when being checked away from the heels of SPICY DRAGON. Near the 350 Metres, MAGICAL BEAM raced tight inside DOUBLE DRAGON. Throughout the race, SEA SMOKE travelled wide and without cover. A veterinary inspection of DOUBLE DRAGON immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. GRAND PLUS, MAGICAL BEAM and BORN TO WIN were sent for sampling.