21/09/2014  Shatin  Race 6

AMBITIOUS CHAMPION, which was leaning on the inside of its stall as the start was effected, began awkwardly and then was steadied away from the heels of PRESIDENT LINCOLN, resulting in AMBITIOUS CHAMPION losing ground. From wide barriers, SPINNING DANCER, PEACE ON EARTH and TOWERING STORM were all shifted across behind runners in the early stages. Near the 1500 Metres, AMBITIOUS CHAMPION was checked when crowded for room between FASTER MORE and SPINNING DANCER which shifted in despite the efforts of its rider, C Reith, to straighten the horse. AGIAAL lost its left front plate at the 1350 Metres. At the 400 Metres, PRESIDENT LINCOLN shifted out and bumped BUDDY BUDDIES. At the entrance to the Straight, AMBITIOUS CHAMPION was held up for clear running and shortly after straightening was shifted to the inside of ALWAYS SOMETHING. After the 150 Metres, PRESIDENT LINCOLN got its head on the side and shifted out. PRESIDENT LINCOLN then continued to lay out for the remainder of the race. J Moreira explained that it had been intended for FASTER MORE to be ridden in about 5th or 6th position if possible, however, the horse lost ground after beginning awkwardly and then despite being ridden along in the early stages did not show early speed and raced further back in the field than had been anticipated. A veterinary inspection of BUDDY BUDDIES immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. PRESIDENT LINCOLN and FASTER MORE were sent for sampling.