31/05/2015  Shatin  Race 8

SGT ROCK began only fairly. LIUZHOU WARRIOR began awkwardly and shifted out towards the heels of FLYING MOOCHI. From a wide barrier, DA VINCI was shifted across behind runners in the early stages. When being steadied to obtain cover, BLIZZARD got its head up on a number of occasions passing the 1100 Metres. For some distance approaching and passing the 1000 Metres, SGT ROCK was checked away from the heels of FLYING MOOCHI when proving very difficult to settle. Then making the first turn, SGT ROCK got its head on the side and lay out towards the heels of BLIZZARD. Near the 400 Metres, TRAVEL NUMBER ONE was momentarily steadied away from the heels of HAPPY METEOR which shifted out into clear running. FLYING MOOCHI lost its right hind plate at the 250 Metres. For the majority of the race, OVETT travelled wide and without cover. The performance of SGT ROCK, which finished tailed out, was considered unacceptable. Before being allowed to race again, SGT ROCK will be required to perform to the satisfaction of the Stewards in an official barrier trial and be subjected to an official veterinary examination. THEWIZARDOFOZ and BLIZZARD were sent for sampling.