12/11/2014  Happy Valley  Race 6

From a wide barrier, RIYADH was shifted across behind runners in the early stages. Passing the winning post on the first occasion, AMAZINGLY raced tight between GOOD CHOICE and TURBO JEWELLERY. After the 1300 Metres, REGENCY KING was momentarily steadied away from the heels of SMART BALL (M Chadwick) which shifted in when not properly clear. M Chadwick was reprimanded and advised to ensure that he is sufficiently clear when shifting ground in future. Passing the 1000 Metres, GALAXY PRANCER got its head up when awkwardly placed close to the heels of STARTING OVER. Passing the 150 Metres, KA YING KID was shifted in away from the heels of REGENCY KING to obtain clear running. When questioned regarding the performance of VERDANE, M Demuro stated that from the wide barrier he was obliged to ride his mount quietly in the early stages to avoid covering ground. He said the slow tempo of the race did not suit VERDANE and the horse was not able to show a turn of foot when the pace quickened. A veterinary inspection of VERDANE immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. A veterinary inspection of CLASSIC JEWELLERY immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. TURBO JEWELLERY and REGENCY KING were sent for sampling. <13/11/2014 Additional Veterinary Report> The Clinical Veterinary Surgeon reported that SMART BALL had a swollen right front tendon on the morning after racing. Before being allowed to race again, SMART BALL will be subjected to an official veterinary examination.