23/01/2013  Happy Valley  Race 2

On arrival at the Start, it was noted that AMAZING ALWAYS had lost its right front plate. This plate was refitted. AMAZING ALWAYS was examined by the Veterinary Officer who said in his opinion it was suitable to race. JACK’S GEM, which was fractious in the barriers, began only fairly and shortly after the start was crowded for room between DRAGIMOVA and LITTLE RAINFOREST which shifted out. GERONIMO MEADOW and GREAT ALEXANDER bumped at the start. From a wide barrier, AMAZING ALWAYS was taken across behind runners shortly after the start. For some distance after the 1000 Metres, GREAT ALEXANDER proved difficult to settle. W M Lai (NOVEL START) pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding [Rule 100(1)] in that near the 850 Metres he permitted his mount to shift in when not clear of HAPPY HOMING, causing that horse to be hampered and lose the running to which it was rightfully entitled. W M Lai was suspended from riding in races for a period to expire on Monday, 18 February 2013 on which day he may resume race riding (2 Hong Kong racedays). The commencement of the suspension was deferred until after the Happy Valley racemeeting on Wednesday, 6 February 2013. Close to the finishing line, JACK’S GEM was checked away from the heels of DRAGIMOVA. After the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that LITTLE RAINFOREST had lost its left front plate. A veterinary inspection of DRAGIMOVA after the race did not show any significant findings. GLORY WIN and TOMODACHI were sent for sampling. <24/1/2013 Additional Veterinary Report>DRAGIMOVA, which performed poorly, was examined by the Veterinary Officer. He said at that time there were no significant findings. DRAGIMOVA was again examined by the Veterinary Officer at the stables of Trainer K L Man 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, DRAGIMOVA will be subjected to an official veterinary examination.