Hong Kong Sha Tin - Race 8

The feature of the day here and NUMBERS (7) creates plenty of interest. He's been impressive in his two HK starts after being runner-up in the QLD Derby. His latest trial was very strong and he has a great profile for a race like this. Can put himself at the pointy end of the HK Derby market. ENCOUNTERED (4) disappointed two back but bounced back to form last start in the January Cup. Getting back to Sha Tin should suit him much better and that form has worked out well. Draw is sticky but he's good enough. BEAUTY JOY (2) will find this easier than what he's been racing in and he usually puts his best foot forward in these sort of events. Bowman riding is a positive sign and if he get some luck off the inside then he'll go close. SPEED DRAGON (5) won the January Cup last start and has to be included on the back of that effort.