27/10/2013  Shatin  Race 7

On arrival at the Start, it was noted that LEADING CITY had lost its right front plate. This plate was refitted. LEADING CITY was examined by the Veterinary Officer who said in his opinion it was suitable to race. STRAIGHT GOLD lost its left front plate shortly after the start. From wide barriers, SOLAR GREAT, STRAIGHT GOLD and EL ZONDA were all taken across behind runners shortly after the start. Rounding the Home Turn, CALIFORNIA BOUNTY got its head on the aide and hung out. Approaching the 300 Metres, CAPTAIN SWEET was steadied when disappointed for running between LEADING CITY and BEST ELEVEN (M L Yeung) which shifted out. M L Yeung was reprimanded and advised to exercise more care. Near the 300 Metres, LEADING CITY became unbalanced after being bumped by RICH TAPESTRY. A short distance later, LEADING CITY got its head on the side and shifted in towards the heels of BEST ELEVEN which shifted out. This resulted in LEADING CITY, which was commencing to give ground, being steadied away from the heels of BEST ELEVEN. Near the 250 Metres, RICH TAPESTRY, which was commencing to give ground, was momentarily steadied away from the heels of STERLING CITY (J Moreira) which shifted in. J Moreira was reprimanded and advised to ensure that he makes every effort to prevent his mount from shifting ground in similar circumstances. Throughout the race, LEADING CITY travelled wide and without cover. STERLING CITY and BULLISH CHAMPION were sent for sampling.