01/01/2016  Shatin  Race 11

When parading behind the barriers, DEJA VU was kicked by another runner. DEJA VU was examined by the Veterinary Officer who said that in his opinion it was suitable to race. As the start was effected, SO FAST bounded in the air and consequently began only fairly. LUCKY SCEPTER was checked at the start when crowded for room between BEAUTY PRINCE and MODERN TSAR which shifted out. When left racing wide in the early stages, NO MONEY NO TALK proved difficult to settle and was unable to be restrained to obtain cover. NO MONEY NO TALK was consequently allowed to improve into the lead after the 900 Metres. Making the first turn after the 900 Metres, SHORT SQUEEZE got its head up on a number of occasions when travelling keenly and being steadied to allow BEAUTY PRINCE to cross. Near the 850 Metres, BEAUTY PRINCE and DEJA VU bumped. HARBOUR NOVA and MODERN TSAR were held up for clear running in the early part of the Straight. Near the 350 Metres, COURAGEOUS BROTHER, which had been awkwardly placed close to the heels of LUCKY GIRL, was bumped by HARBOUR NOVA which shifted out. LUCKY SCEPTER had some difficulty obtaining clear running approaching the 300 Metres. MAGNETISM, LAND GRANT and SO FAST were held up for clear running until passing the 300 Metres. For the majority of the race, COURAGEOUS BROTHER travelled wide and without cover. The performance of NO MONEY NO TALK, which finished tailed out, was considered unacceptable. Before being allowed to race again, NO MONEY NO TALK will be required to perform to the satisfaction of the Stewards in a barrier trial and be subjected to an official veterinary examination. A veterinary inspection of SHORT SQUEEZE immediately following the race revealed the horse to have bled from both nostrils. SO FAST, MODERN TSAR and AEROSPEED were sent for sampling.