Sha Tin tips and results

Our price $5.00 · SP $5.60 · Matthew Chadwick

Sonic Boom brings solid recent form with a 3rd placing last start over this course and distance. The lightweight of 54.5kg is a significant advantage, and barrier 1 should allow him to save ground throughout. Matthew Chadwick maintains the ride which provides continuity.

Our price $7.00 · SP $8.00 · Ms A Atzeni

Cheer For South returns from a spell but has shown ability when fresh in the past. The soft track conditions should suit based on his record of 0-1-0 from 2 starts on soft going.

Our price $10.00 · SP $19.00 · Luke Ferraris

Luke Ferraris takes the ride, and the horse has shown consistent form in recent starts. While barrier 11 isn't ideal and he's rising in class, his proven ability to carry weight and improving pattern make him an attractive value proposition.

Our price $5.00 · SP $5.40 · C Y Ho

Family Fortune was an eye-catching second over this course and distance last start, finishing strongly. Gets in with a light weight and retains the services of C Y Ho who knows the horse well. Has been knocking on the door with placings in recent starts and should appreciate the likely fast tempo. The wide barrier is a concern but he typically gets back in his races anyway.

Our price $5.50 · SP $6.60 · Hugh Bowman

Smashing Express comes through a solid third placing over 1800m just 8 days ago, suggesting fitness won't be an issue. Hugh Bowman takes the ride which is a significant positive. Has been racing consistently with multiple placings and the good barrier draw should allow him to secure a nice position in midfield. The quick backup could be the key to him breaking through for a win.

Our price $8.00 · SP $5.70 · Luke Ferraris

The removal of sheepskin cheek pieces is a positive gear change that could help him settle better. Luke Ferraris takes the ride and should have him positioned to take advantage of the likely fast tempo.

Our price $5.00 · SP $11.00 · Matthew Chadwick

Hinokami Kagura returns from a spell but was a last-start winner on this surface and drops in class for this assignment. Has a consistent record with 1 win and 5 seconds from 18 starts and retains the services of Matthew Chadwick. Has drawn well in barrier 8 and should get a nice run in transit.

Our price $7.00 · SP $8.40 · Brenton Avdulla

Sight Happy brings consistent recent form with back-to-back thirds and has drawn perfectly in barrier 2. Brenton Avdulla retains the ride and the 15-day spacing between runs is ideal. Has a solid record at this track and distance with 2 thirds from 4 starts. While he only has 1 win from 17 starts, his consistency makes him a strong place chance.

Our price $15.00 · SP $18.00 · Jerry Chau

Fortune Warrior returns from a spell but has a good record when fresh. The gear changes (cross over noseband off, tongue tie off) suggest improvement is expected, and he's drawn well in barrier 7.

Our price $15.00 · SP $44.00 · Lyle Hewitson

King Oberon offers excellent value as a consistent placegetter dropping in class.

Our price $20.00 · SP $63.00 · K Teetan

His inconsistent recent form is the main concern.

Our price $6.50 · SP $13.00 · K Teetan

Supreme Agility brings the strongest recent form into this race, finishing 2nd just 12 days ago at Happy Valley. The inside draw is perfect for his versatile running style, allowing him to position midfield and make a strong run. While rising in class is a concern, he's shown ability against similar opposition and the soft track conditions should suit. K Teetan is a significant jockey booking.

Our price $7.00 · SP $7.00 · P N Wong

Despite not having won a race, he's been remarkably consistent with 4 seconds and 1 third from 15 starts.

Our price $9.00 · SP $8.00 · Hugh Bowman

Bundle Of Charm brings experience and consistency with 6 wins from 56 starts. His recent form is solid with placings in 3 of his last 4 starts. While his win strike rate is modest and he's rising in class, his tactical versatility and consistency make him a genuine place chance.

Our price $9.00 · SP $23.00 · A Badel

King Of Fighters represents excellent value as a second-up runner dropping significantly in class. His recent third placing at Happy Valley showed he's returned in good order, and he has a strong record on soft tracks with 0-1-0 from 1 start. Alexis Badel retains the ride, and the barrier draw suits his racing pattern. While winless from 13 starts, his place record (4 seconds, 3 thirds) suggests he's due for a breakthrough.

Our price $3.20 · SP $3.80 · Z Purton

Light Years Charm brings exceptional credentials with a 45% win rate and 55% place rate. His last preparation culminated in three consecutive wins, including a strong victory carrying 58.5kg last start. The Zac Purton engagement at 56.5kg is significant, and barrier 2 gives him options in a race with likely strong tempo.

Our price $6.00 · SP $6.10 · Brenton Avdulla

Packing Hermod brings an exceptional win rate of 55% with 6 wins from just 11 starts. His perfect first-up record (2 wins from 2 starts) is particularly relevant today. The gear change from blinkers to visors suggests confidence from connections, and Brenton Avdulla is a positive jockey booking. His record at this distance is excellent with 3 wins from 6 starts. The main query is the class rise, but his raw ability suggests he can measure up.

Our price $15.00 · SP $60.00 · Y L Chung

His second-up record shows 2 thirds from 2 attempts, suggesting further improvement today.

Our price $6.00 · SP $10.00 · Z Purton

Harmony N Blessed brings strong recent form with a 2nd last start in Class 2 company. His soft track record (1-0-1 from 2 starts) is a significant advantage in today's conditions, and the booking of Zac Purton is a major positive. From barrier 6, he should get an ideal run just off the pace.

Our price $12.00 · SP $45.00 · Luke Ferraris

Kaholo Angel brings excellent first-up credentials (1-1-0 from 2 starts) and has proven soft track ability (1-0-0 from 2 starts).

Our price $7.50 · SP $8.80 · Brenton Avdulla

His record at track and distance (1-3-1 from 14) shows consistency if not brilliance. The likely fast tempo should suit his running style, and he has proven soft track ability with 1 win from 5 starts on soft going. Well-drawn in barrier 7 to get a good position.

Our price $6.00 · SP $3.70 · Keith Yeung

Yuen Long Elite brings strong credentials with a perfect 1 from 1 record at track and distance, including a win in his most recent start over this course. His record of 3 wins from 13 starts shows consistency, and he's proven at Class 3 level. While first-up from a spell, his second-up record (1 win from 1 start) suggests he'll improve further next time, but he's still a major player here.

Our price $7.50 · SP $7.20 · Brenton Avdulla

Flying Luck brings excellent course and distance credentials with a record of 1 win, 3 seconds and 1 third from 8 attempts. His overall record of 2 wins, 3 seconds and 2 thirds from 13 starts shows consistency, and he's dropping in class here. While first-up from a spell, his second-up record suggests he'll improve next time, but his track/distance affinity makes him a genuine contender.

Our price $6.00 · SP $11.00 · K Teetan

Fortune Boy represents excellent value with a perfect 1 from 1 record at track and distance and a strong overall record of 2 wins from 8 starts. He won his last start and drops in class here while carrying just 53kg. The Hayes-Teetan combination adds further confidence.