Despite being ridden along in the early stages, WATCH FIRST failed to muster speed and raced back in the field. Near the 1700 Metres, MOUNT VICTORY was steadied away from the heels of REDOUTE STAR which shifted out slightly. After this, REDOUTE STAR got its head up on a number of occasions when being steadied. After the 200 Metres, CHAMPION MOUNT got its head on the side and shifted in towards the heels of COMPACT YARN. Over the final 50 Metres, MOUNT VICTORY raced in restricted room between KINGSTON SPARTACUS and REDOUTE STAR which shifted out. Throughout the race, KINGSTON SPARTACUS travelled wide and without cover and MARK GOOD got its head on the side and lay out. After the race, an endoscopic examination was conducted on WINNING PAL at the request of Trainer C W Chang. The Veterinary Surgeon said this examination showed a substantial amount of blood in the horse's trachea. Before being allowed to race again, WINNING PAL will be subjected to an official veterinary examination. MOUNT VICTORY, REDOUTE STAR and KINGSTON SPARTACUS were sent for sampling.
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