01/07/2016  Shatin  Race 3

MOTIF was slow to begin. SMART SALUTE was crowded for room on jumping between RESPECT and LUCKY SEVEN which shifted out. FURIOUS PEGASUS got its head up shortly after the start when being steadied to obtain cover. Despite being vigorously ridden along in the early stages, PLANET GIANT failed to muster speed and then for the majority of the race travelled wide and without cover. Despite being vigorously ridden along in the early and middle stages, TRILLION TREASURE failed to muster speed and raced at the rear of the field. A veterinary inspection of TRILLION TREASURE, which finished last, immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. Near the 250 Metres, J Moreira (RESPECT) dropped his whip. Over the concluding stages, BO DUKE was awkwardly placed close to the heels of MOTIF which was weakening. In the Straight, INVISIBLE lay out under pressure. A veterinary inspection of MOTIF immediately following the horse confirmed the horse to be a "roarer" which had previously been reported. A veterinary inspection of PLANET GIANT immediately following the race found that horse to be lame in its right front leg. Before being allowed to race again, PLANET GIANT will be subjected to an official veterinary examination. PLANET GIANT, TANGO FIRE and RESPECT were sent for sampling. <4/7/2016 Additional Veterinary Report>MOTIF, which performed poorly, was examined by the Veterinary Officer. He said at that time he found the horse to be a “roarer” which had previously been reported. MOTIF was again examined by the Veterinary Officer at the stables of Trainer K L Man last Saturday morning. He said at this time he noted the horse to be lame in its left front leg. Before being allowed to race again, MOTIF will be subjected to an official veterinary examination.