Sha Tin tips and results

Our price $7.00 · SP $8.60 · Z Purton

SPANGLE FORTUNE brings solid credentials to this Class 5 contest with a strong record at track and distance (1-2-1 from 10 starts). The engagement of Zac Purton is significant, and his synthetic track record (2-1-1 from 8 starts) indicates suitability for today's surface. The wide barrier is a concern, but his early speed should allow him to cross and find a position.

Our price $9.00 · SP $9.20 · Jerry Chau

While unproven at the 1650m distance, his running style suggests it should suit, and Jerry Chau is a positive jockey booking.

Our price $3.80 · SP $10.00 · A Badel

His recent form shows clear improvement with a win and a 4th from his last two starts. While barrier 10 isn't ideal, he has tactical speed to overcome it, and A Badel knows the horse well. The expected fast tempo should suit his racing pattern, and he appears well-placed to go back-to-back.

Our price $3.50 · SP $3.30 · K C Leung

ONLY U brings solid credentials with a good third placing last start over this course carrying the same weight. His record at Sha Tin over 1400m is respectable (15:1-1-3), and he's drawn well in barrier 2. While his win strike rate is modest, he's a consistent performer who rarely runs poorly. The concern is whether he can carry the top weight to victory against some improving types, but he's sure to be in the finish.

Our price $9.00 · SP $21.00 · Richard Kingscote

The lightweight (55kg) is a significant advantage, and barrier 3 gives him options.

Our price $6.50 · SP $9.30 · K Teetan

His record at track and distance (3:1-1-0) is excellent, and he gets in well at the weights with 54.5kg. The wide barrier is a concern, but with the expected fast tempo, he should get back and be running on strongly. K Teetan knows this horse well and can time his run perfectly.

Our price $5.50 · SP $6.20 · Z Purton

Fashion Legend is a talented but somewhat inconsistent performer who gets the significant advantage of Z Purton in the saddle. The removal of the cross-over noseband could help him settle better. His last start was poor, but with Purton aboard and from a good draw, he should bounce back strongly.

Our price $5.00 · SP $5.50 · Matthew Chadwick

Matthew Chadwick retains the ride and from the good gate, he should get an ideal run in transit. Ready to peak.

Our price $7.00 · SP $8.20 · Jerry Chau

Fun Together brings a strong record at Sha Tin over 1400m with 4 wins and 2 placings from 18 attempts. While first-up from a spell, his overall consistency and class edge give him strong claims despite the top weight. The wide barrier is a concern, but Jerry Chau knows this horse well and should be able to find a position midfield with cover.

Our price $8.00 · SP $12.00 · Brenton Avdulla

Roman Crown brings solid recent form into this race with consecutive 4th placings. The wide barrier is a concern, but Brenton Avdulla should be able to find a position midfield. With a moderate weight of 56kg, he has claims if the race is run to suit backmarkers.

Our price $8.00 · SP $5.70 · K Teetan

First-up from a spell, his fresh record of 2 placings from 3 starts is encouraging. The wide barrier is a concern, but with just 53kg and K Teetan aboard, he can overcome it.

Our price $3.80 · SP $3.90 · Z Purton

Now second-up with a good record in this pattern, he gets the services of champion jockey Zac Purton. While yet to win, he's been remarkably consistent with 3 placings from 5 starts and should appreciate the step up to 1200m.

Our price $6.50 · SP $10.00 · A Badel

Same To You comes off an impressive last-start win and boasts a strong record at Sha Tin over 1200m with 2 wins from 5 attempts. The inside draw (barrier 2) should give him every chance, and he's dropping in class which is a significant advantage. While somewhat inconsistent overall, his best form would make him very competitive here.

Our price $6.00 · SP $12.00 · C Y Ho

His last start placing shows he's in form, and he's well-weighted with 57kg. While he's yet to win from 3 starts, his rapid improvement suggests he's ready to make a significant step forward.

Our price $2.80 · SP $4.00 · Lyle Hewitson

METRO POWER brings compelling credentials to this Class 3 sprint. The lightweight and progressive profile give him a significant edge over more exposed rivals. While stepping up in class, his upward trajectory suggests he's ready for the challenge.

Our price $5.00 · SP $5.60 · James Orman

His record at the track and distance is solid, and he appears well-suited by the straight 1000m course at Sha Tin. While he hasn't yet won at Class 3 level, his consistency and recent performances suggest he's ready to break through.

Our price $8.00 · SP $21.00 · Brenton Avdulla

STELLAR EXPRESS brings class to this contest as a proven performer dropping back from higher grades. His record at the track and distance is excellent, and the booking of Brenton Avdulla is significant. While carrying top weight is a concern, his class edge and advantageous barrier draw should allow him to overcome this. His first-up record suggests he can fire fresh.

Our price $4.50 · SP $6.60 · Z Purton

SOLEIL FIGHTER brings rock-solid consistency to this race with recent placings and a strong record at the distance (15: 3-5-4). Currently in a regular racing pattern, he has a fitness edge over several rivals. The wide barrier is a concern, but his tactical versatility should allow him to overcome this. Expect him to be finishing strongly.

Our price $12.00 · SP $22.00 · Keith Yeung

The favorable barrier draw (3) should allow him to secure a good position, and the lightweight of 54.5kg is advantageous.

Our price $8.00 · SP $11.00 · K C Leung

Jumbo Treasure brings strong credentials with 2 wins from 3 starts at this track and distance. While he's stepping up in class and needs to improve on his last start 9th placing, his overall record at Sha Tin suggests he can bounce back strongly. K C Leung knows the horse well and should give him every chance from barrier 8.

Our price $12.00 · SP $13.00 · Richard Kingscote

Lo Pan Spirit brings solid credentials with a strong record at track and distance (3-0-4 from 10 starts). The inside barrier draw is advantageous, though the jockey change to R Kingscote introduces some uncertainty. His overall consistency makes him a genuine place chance in this field.

Our price $4.50 · SP $4.70 · C Y Ho

Joy Of Spring brings excellent credentials with 4 wins from 7 starts at the distance. Second up from spell and coming off a good third placing last start. Has been racing consistently in similar company and should get an ideal run from barrier 8. The C.Y. Ho/C. Fownes combination is solid and the horse appears well-weighted for this assignment.

Our price $8.00 · SP $10.00 · H Bentley

Wrote A New Page brings strong recent form with a last start win. Has an impressive record with 3 wins from 8 starts and is dropping in class from last start. Untested at the 1800m distance but racing pattern suggests it will suit. Drawn wide in barrier 13 but has shown versatility in racing pattern. H. Bentley maintains the ride which is a positive.

Our price $9.00 · SP $19.00 · Hugh Bowman

Has a strong record at the distance with 1 win and 2 seconds from 5 starts. Dropping significantly in class from previous starts and gets the services of top jockey Hugh Bowman. First up record is moderate but the significant class drop compensates. Drawn wide in barrier 12 but should get a nice run with the likely fast tempo.