01/04/2015  Happy Valley  Race 2

MEDIC SWORDSMAN stood flat-footed as the start was effected and consequently lost a considerable amount of ground. Before being allowed to race again, MEDIC SWORDSMAN will be required to perform satisfactorily in a stalls test. DIAMOND MASTER was slow to begin. GENUINE CHAMPION was shifted across behind runners shortly after the start. From the outside barrier, GIDEON was steadied and shifted across behind runners in the early stages. Making the turn near the 700 Metres, NAMJONG SURPRISE got its head on the side and lay out. Throughout the race, GOLDEN BAUHINIA travelled wide and without cover. After the race, D Lane (GLORY SUNSHINE) could not offer any explanation for the disappointing performance of the horse. He said his mount travelled well in a good position, but then did not respond to his riding when placed under pressure. A veterinary inspection of GLORY SUNSHINE immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. A veterinary inspection of HIGHLAND DRAGON immediately following the race including an endoscopic examination showed a substantial amount of mucus in the horse’s trachea and confirmed the horse to be a “roarer” which had previously been reported. SMART DECLARATION and JOLLY POSH were sent for sampling.