22/10/2015  Happy Valley  Race 3

DIAMOND MASTER began awkwardly, shifted in and bumped MEDIC SWORDSMAN. From the outside barrier, MASSIVE MOVE was shifted across behind runners in the early stages. Also from a wide barrier, HAPPY HOMING was shifted across behind runners in the early stages. Making the first turn after the 1100 Metres, TRAVEL NUMBER ONE was crowded for room between DIAMOND MASTER which got its head on the side and shifted in marginally and TEN FLAMES which shifted out slightly when being steadied to allow LYRIC ACE to cross into the lead. Passing the 1000 Metres, MEDIC SWORDSMAN, which was being vigorously ridden along, was checked when crowded for room inside MELLIFLUENT which was being steadied to obtain a position with cover behind DIAMOND MASTER whilst also racing tight inside MR KOOL (N Callan). N Callan was advised that whilst there were some circumstances to this incident, nonetheless he must ensure that he leaves comfortable racing room for runners on his inside in similar circumstances. For some distance after the 900 Metres, DIAMOND MASTER got its head up when travelling keenly and awkwardly placed close to the heels of SIR JOHN. A veterinary inspection of MR KOOL immediately following the race including an endoscopic examination showed a substantial amount of mucopus in the horse's trachea. TEN FLAMES and LYRIC ACE were sent for sampling.