Sha Tin tips and results

Our price $3.80 · SP $3.20 · Zac Purton

While unproven at 1400m, his racing pattern suggests the distance should suit, and the Purton/Hall combination is elite. The 61kg is a concern but his class edge compensates. The expected fast tempo should allow him to settle midfield and finish strongly.

Our price $5.50 · SP $6.70 · Hugh Bowman

The wide barrier is a concern, but Hugh Bowman should be able to find cover midfield. The step up to 1400m is unknown territory but his racing pattern suggests it should suit. Improving form line makes him a genuine threat.

Our price $6.00 · SP $9.90 · Britney Wong

Tsuen Wan Glory brings strong credentials as a last-start winner over this course and distance. His record at Sha Tin over 1400m is excellent (4-1-1 from 18 starts), and he's proven he can handle this class. The wide barrier is a concern, but he should get a good run midfield with cover. Second-up from a spell and should improve on his already winning form.

Our price $3.20 · SP $3.70 · Keith Yeung

Flowing Riches brings the strongest credentials with a last-start win over this track and distance just 21 days ago. Despite the wide barrier and top weight, his tactical speed should allow him to overcome these challenges in a race with very fast tempo.

Our price $2.50 · SP $3.70 · Zac Purton

Beauty Viva brings strong form dropping back to Class 4 after a close 2nd at this track and distance last start. The Zac Purton/Tony Cruz combination is elite, and from barrier 5 should secure an ideal midfield position. With a fast tempo predicted, his finishing burst should be effective.

Our price $3.80 · SP $2.30 · Derek Leung

Double Win is aptly named for his consistency rather than winning ability, with 3 placings from 16 starts. His 3rd place finish last start at this track/distance was excellent, and he's well drawn in barrier 3. Second-up from a spell with a good second-up record, he'll carry just 54.5kg with Derek Leung aboard. Should be finishing strongly with the predicted fast tempo.

Our price $4.00 · SP $2.70 · Jerry Chau

Fun Together brings a superb track and distance record (19: 4-2-0) and comes off a solid 4th last start. From barrier 3, Jerry Chau should position him perfectly in the leading division, giving him every chance. While the 60kg is a concern, he's proven capable of carrying weight and should be right in the finish. The very fast tempo may test his stamina but his class should see him through.

Our price $6.00 · SP $4.90 · Zac Purton

The step up to 1400m looks ideal for this progressive type, and he gets the services of champion jockey Zac Purton. The wide barrier (13) is a concern, but the very fast tempo should allow him to find cover midfield before unleashing a strong finish.

Our price $12.00 · SP $27.00 · David Probert

The step up to 1400m should suit, and he drops in class for this assignment. While barrier 14 is a significant hurdle, the very fast tempo should allow him to find a position with cover before unleashing his strong finish. His track and distance record (7: 1-1-0) adds confidence.

Our price $5.50 · SP $5.60 · Hugh Bowman

Strange Alert brings strong recent form with a second-place finish last start over this course and distance. The perfect barrier draw will allow Hugh Bowman to give him an economical run in a race with expected fast tempo. Second-up today and should improve off his last run. The inside draw is a significant advantage and compensates for his lack of winning form to date.

Our price $7.00 · SP $8.80 · Vincent Ho

Vincent Ho is a significant jockey booking and should give him every chance despite the awkward barrier. The expected fast tempo should suit his running style.

Our price $1.90 · SP $1.70 · Zac Purton

While inexperienced with just one start, he showed natural ability that suggests further improvement is likely. The weight is the main concern, but his raw talent appears sufficient to overcome it.

Our price $8.00 · SP $13.00 · Luke Ferraris

While his win strike rate is modest, he's a consistent performer who rarely runs poorly.

Our price $3.50 · SP $6.70 · Matthew Poon

Top-class performer with an exceptional record of 11 wins from 24 starts including 6 wins at the mile. First-up from a spell where his record is solid without being spectacular (4:0-2-2). Carries top weight but is a proven Group performer who consistently performs at the highest level. Will likely push forward from barrier 6 and should be right in the finish despite the weight impost.

Our price $12.00 · SP $14.00 · Karis Teetan

Consistent performer who has been racing well with 3 placings from his last 5 starts including a good third in Group 3 company last time out. Has a solid record at the mile with 4 wins and 3 places from 18 attempts. While he hasn't won for some time, his consistency and ability to run on strongly from midfield make him a genuine place chance, especially with the expected fast tempo likely to suit his running style.

Our price $9.00 · SP $19.00 · Keith Yeung

While his overall win record is modest (1 win from 20 starts), he has placed 8 times including at Group level. First-up from a spell but has placed first-up before. Draws well in barrier 3 which should allow him to get a good position in running.

Our price $4.00 · SP $5.40 · Matthew Poon

Star Rise is a promising galloper with a perfect place record (4: 2-2-0) who comes into this second-up after an impressive 2nd place finish at this track and distance. While facing a class rise, his perfect record of always finishing in the top two suggests he has the quality to measure up. Matthew Poon retains the ride and from his good draw, he should settle midfield with every chance.

Our price $15.00 · SP $30.00 · Harry Bentley

Our price $4.80 · SP $4.30 · Hugh Bowman

Brilliant Express brings a strong record at track and distance (9: 3-3-0) and has the services of Hugh Bowman. The weight (61kg) is a concern, but his class and consistency make him a genuine contender. Likely to be prominent early but may be pressured in the fast-tempo race.

Our price $4.00 · SP $5.70 · Andrea Atzeni

First-up today but has a strong fresh record (3: 0-2-0) and drops in class from his last preparation. His overall consistency (15: 2-4-1) and solid track and distance record (7: 1-1-1) suggest he can run well fresh. Well-weighted with 54kg and the Andrea Atzeni engagement is a significant positive. The expected fast tempo should suit his running style.

Our price $3.20 · SP $3.70 · Zac Purton

Lightly-raced 4yo with an impressive 50% win rate who has shown consistent form in all starts. Has tactical versatility and the services of champion jockey Zac Purton. Progressive type who should continue to improve and looks well-placed to break through at this level.

Our price $8.00 · SP $9.20 · Hugh Bowman

Last-start winner at this track and distance who returns from a spell with the services of Hugh Bowman. Has an excellent record at 1600m with 2 wins and 4 placings from 8 attempts.