Hong Kong Happy Valley - Race 8

Thoroughbred

12 Runners

8.9f

Restricted

Turf

GOOD

397.5K

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Verdict

BEAUTY ALLIANCE (8) got back last start but closed off well over 7f at Sha Tin, finishing 1.8L off the winner and setting himself for a big run at his preferred track and trip. He's won 2/3 here previously and he's shown good speed in his recent efforts here. Looks poised to strike again. CAMBRIDGE (9) won here two back and turned in a strong performance last start when beaten 1L. Zac Purton now hops in the saddle following a strong trial where he partnered the gelding. He continues to raise the bar and there's no reason why he can't be in the thick of it again. BRAVEHEARTS (3) is ticking along nicely without winning in recent efforts. He stuck on well late last start over 1 ¼m last start at Sha Tin. While the draw is a niggle, his recent figures stack up and he's sure to be there at the finish. WINNING WING (10) comes through a good form race at Sha Tin over this distance and the better draw can see him sit closer today. Not to be discounted.

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Horse Stats

#/Silk	Horse#/Horse	Power Rating	High Speed	Win %	Top 3%	Win Prob
8	Second run back. First-up after two months 3rd of 14 at Sha Tin on June 28 over 7f, 1.75 len behind Rising From Ashes carrying 134lbs at $15. Previously second-up settled well back, won by 1.3 len at Sha Tin December 15 over 1m defeating Solid Win with 125lbs at $3.70. One of the main contenders. 1st Pick 8 Beauty Alliance Jockey: Alex Badel Trainer: John Size J: Alex Badel T: John Size	84	-	-	-	13%
Analysis Second run back. First-up after two months 3rd of 14 at Sha Tin on June 28 over 7f, 1.75 len behind Rising From Ashes carrying 134lbs at $15. Previously second-up settled well back, won by 1.3 len at Sha Tin December 15 over 1m defeating Solid Win with 125lbs at $3.70. One of the main contenders.
9	Racing well recently. Comes off a 35 day let-up. Most recently raced on speed throughout when 2nd of 12 at this track on June 4 over 1m, 1.0 len behind Joy Of Spring with 131lbs at $10. The race before that came from midfield and won by 0.5 len at this track May 14 over 1m defeating Excellence Value with 125lbs at $25. Big chance. 2nd Pick 9 Cambridge Jockey: Zac Purton Trainer: Pierre Ng J: Zac Purton T: Pierre Ng	105	-	-	-	29%
Analysis Racing well recently. Comes off a 35 day let-up. Most recently raced on speed throughout when 2nd of 12 at this track on June 4 over 1m, 1.0 len behind Joy Of Spring with 131lbs at $10. The race before that came from midfield and won by 0.5 len at this track May 14 over 1m defeating Excellence Value with 125lbs at $25. Big chance.
3	Most recently 3rd of 10 at Sha Tin on June 28 over 1 ¼m, 0.8 len behind Gentlemen Legacy with 134lbs at $14. The start before that 5th of 14 at Sha Tin on May 25 over 1 ¼m, 4 len behind Gold Master carrying 134lbs at $9.50. Definitely one to consider. 3rd Pick 3 Bravehearts Jockey: Matthew Chadwick Trainer: Mark Newnham J: Matthew Chadwick T: Mark Newnham	81	-	-	-	12%
Analysis Most recently 3rd of 10 at Sha Tin on June 28 over 1 ¼m, 0.8 len behind Gentlemen Legacy with 134lbs at $14. The start before that 5th of 14 at Sha Tin on May 25 over 1 ¼m, 4 len behind Gold Master carrying 134lbs at $9.50. Definitely one to consider.

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