06/05/2012  Shatin  Race 3

FULL STAR, which was leaning on the inside of its gate, began awkwardly. From the outside barrier, SABINA was taken across behind runners shortly after the start. Shortly after the start, GREEN GLORY shifted in and bumped MEDIC CHAMPION which became unbalanced and in turn shifted in, inconveniencing JADE PINS. Near the 500 Metres, SUNNY SMILES was awkwardly placed close to the heels of GORGEOUS RULER which got its head on the side and lay out. After the 300 Metres, JADE PINS and HUMONGUS raced tight. Near the 150 Metres, GREEN GLORY shifted out away from the heels of DANESOUTH, resulting in WATCH FIRST being inconvenienced. Throughout the race, NOBLE TWINS travelled wide and without cover. After the race, T H So was dislodged from GORGEOUS RULER. T H So was examined by the Club’s medical officers and passed fit to fulfil his remaining riding engagements. After the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that HUMONGUS had lost its left front plate. A veterinary inspection of MEDIC CHAMPION after the race did not show any significant findings. MEDIC CHAMPION, JADE PINS and SURROUNDED were sent for sampling. <7/5/2012 Additional Veterinary Report> MEDIC CHAMPION, which performed poorly, was examined by the Veterinary Officer. He said at that time there were no significant findings. MEDIC CHAMPION was again examined by the Veterinary Officer at the stables of Trainer A S Cruz this morning. He said at this time he noted the horse to be lame in its left front leg. Before being allowed to race again, MEDIC CHAMPION will be subjected to an official veterinary examination.