22/10/2015  Happy Valley  Race 5

On arrival at the Start, N Rawiller expressed concern regarding the action of NOBLE DELUXE. NOBLE DELUXE was examined by the Veterinary Officer who reported that after the necessary consultations the horse was suitable to race. VANILLA and LOTUS STRIKES BACK bumped shortly after the start. VANILLA lost its left hind plate shortly after the start. From wide barriers, HAPPY JOURNEY, ALBICELESTE and FIRST SIGHT LOVE were shifted across behind runners in the early stages. Approaching the 1300 Metres, LOTUS STRIKES BACK shifted in and bumped VANILLA which became unbalanced. Passing the 600 Metres, NOBLE DELUXE momentarily became unbalanced when taken wider by DOYENI which shifted out around YOUNG WATCHMAN. Passing the 150 Metres, FIRST SIGHT LOVE got its head on the side and lay out under pressure. Mr D Cruz, the trainer of NOBLE DELUXE, stated that he had been very disappointed with the performances of the horse in its recent races and therefore he asked N Rawiller to attempt to have it more forward tonight if possible. He said he had hoped that the horse would be able to obtain a position in front of midfield, but was surprised that NOBLE DELUXE showed sufficient early speed to race outside the lead, however, NOBLE DELUXE again raced disappointingly. A veterinary inspection of SUPREME ESSENCE immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. YOUNG WATCHMAN and SUPEROI were sent for sampling.