Sha Tin tips and results

Our price $4.50 · SP $11.00 · Luke Ferraris

On The Lash brings the strongest recent form with consecutive wins at his last two starts. While stepping up to 2000m is a query, he's shown staying ability over 1800m and has the perfect draw to utilize his tactical speed. Luke Ferraris maintains the ride after their last success, and the horse appears well-weighted for this assignment despite the class rise.

Our price $7.00 · SP $5.20 · Zac Purton

Cool Blue brings strong recent form with consecutive 2nd placings at his last two starts. While unproven at 2000m, his racing pattern suggests the trip should suit, and the expected fast tempo will play to his strengths as a backmarker.

Our price $8.00 · SP $6.10 · Jerry Chau

A previous winner over 2000m, he's been racing consistently with a 4th, 5th, and 4th in his last three starts. Well-drawn in barrier 4 and carrying just 55kg, he should get an economical run.

Our price $7.00 · SP $13.00 · Matthew L Chadwick

Ruby Sailing brings strong credentials as a proven performer at this track and distance (2 wins from 10 attempts). The class drop is significant, and the lightweight gives him a tactical advantage. With 2 wins and 4 placings from 25 starts, he's a consistent performer worth including.

Our price $12.00 · SP $15.00 · Alexis Badel

While his last start 10th is a concern, the 53-day freshen-up could prove beneficial. His lightweight of 54.5kg and the booking of quality jockey Alexis Badel are positives.

Our price $3.50 · SP $3.60 · Brenton Avdulla

Sight Hermoso brings excellent recent form with 2 wins from his last 3 starts and drops back in class after a convincing win last start. With Brenton Avdulla aboard (who has won on him before), this improving 4YO gelding appears well-placed to continue his winning ways.

Our price $4.50 · SP $5.00 · Andrea Atzeni

Fast Responder brings rock-solid consistency with three second-place finishes from his last four starts. While he tends to find one better (more placings than wins), his proven record at track and distance makes him a reliable proposition. The wide barrier is a concern, but his early speed should help overcome this.

Our price $10.00 · SP $20.00 · Matthew Poon

His strong record on good tracks (3 wins from 8 starts) and proven early speed make him well-suited to this straight course. While his recent form has been moderate, the class relief could spark significant improvement. Matthew Poon has placed on him before and knows the horse well.

Our price $4.20 · SP $10.00 · Brenton Avdulla

Raging Rapids brings the strongest recent form, winning last start over this course and distance. Has a solid record at Sha Tin over 1400m (9: 2-0-1) and has shown tactical versatility. While drawn wide, his ability to settle midfield should help navigate the expected fast tempo. Brenton Avdulla (25% strike rate on this horse) retains the ride and the horse appears to be peaking at the right time.

Our price $5.50 · SP $5.80 · Matthew L Chadwick

Devas Twelve brings strong credentials with an excellent record at track and distance (8: 3-0-1). The wide barrier is concerning, but his early speed should allow him to cross and find a position. Class drop from recent runs is a significant advantage.

Our price $9.00 · SP $10.00 · Zac Purton

The engagement of Zac Purton is significant, especially given his strong combination with trainer D J Hall (18% strike rate). The favorable barrier draw should allow him to secure a good position in what will be a fast-run race.

Our price $7.50 · SP $7.10 · Lyle Hewitson

The significant weight relief (54.5kg) is a major advantage in what shapes as a very fast tempo race. His strong finishing pattern suits the likely race setup perfectly, and he's proven at the track with a solid record. Lyle Hewitson has a strong combination with trainer Whyte (17% win rate).

Our price $4.50 · SP $4.40 · Luke Ferraris

Cloud Nine showed promise on debut with a solid 3rd placing and draws perfectly in barrier 2. Luke Ferraris is in good form with a 15% recent strike rate, and the trainer-jockey combination is strong (10%). The advantageous barrier will allow her to settle in a good position despite the fast tempo.

Our price $8.00 · SP $7.30 · Derek Leung

Derek Leung is in strong form (15% recent strike rate) and has experience on this horse. The fast tempo should suit his running style, and he's proven at the track and distance with a placing from two attempts. Likely to be running on strongly in the finish.

Our price $3.20 · SP $3.50 · Jerry Chau

Progressive four-year-old who's shown significant improvement with each run, culminating in a strong win last start over this course and distance. Well-drawn in barrier 4 to take up a forward position, and Jerry Chau knows the horse well. The natural progression suggests further improvement is likely.

Our price $3.80 · SP $3.80 · Zac Purton

Consistent performer who rarely runs a bad race with a solid record of 1-3-2 from 12 starts. Has an excellent place record at this track and distance (0-1-2 from 4 starts) and gets the services of champion jockey Zac Purton. Well-drawn in barrier 3 to secure a good position. The weight (61kg) is the main concern, but his class and consistency make him a major player.

Our price $6.00 · SP $6.40 · Vincent Ho

Smart Fat Cat brings solid mile form with a close third last start over this course and distance. From barrier 3, Vincent Ho should secure a good position midfield, and the horse has shown he can finish strongly. His consistency makes him a reliable place chance.

Our price $5.50 · SP $7.60 · Richard Kingscote

Amazing Duck represents excellent value coming off a close second over this course and distance. The class drop is significant, having competed in Class 3 previously, and his last two starts (2nd and 3rd) show he's in career-best form. The fast tempo should suit his running style.

Our price $7.50 · SP $16.00 · Keith Yeung

Has a favorable barrier 3 draw and drops back in class from his previous runs. His record at the track and distance (3-1-2 from 13 starts) shows he's comfortable here. Keith Yeung has won on him before and knows how to time his run in what should be a strongly run race.

Our price $5.50 · SP $6.70 · Jerry Chau

Harold Win represents excellent value from the inside barrier. His recent 4th placing showed he's in good form, and his overall record at Sha Tin (2-4-6 from 18 starts) demonstrates his affinity for the track. Jerry Chau knows the horse well with 4 previous rides. The barrier 1 draw is perfect for his running style, and he should get an economical run throughout. The expected fast tempo will suit his closing style.

Our price $5.50 · SP $8.00 · Lyle Hewitson

Lyle Hewitson retains the ride and the 54.5kg weight is ideal. Barrier 8 is workable and he should be finishing strongly.

Our price $10.00 · SP $15.00 · Dylan Browne McMonagle

He's dropping in class and has a solid record at this track (15: 2-3-3).

Our price $4.50 · SP $11.00 · Matthew Poon

Ka Ying Attack brings excellent credentials with a 30% win rate and 40% place rate. The inside draw is perfect for his tactical style, and Matthew Poon has won on him before.

Our price $5.50 · SP $3.90 · Harry Bentley

With only 6 career starts, he has significant upside and his strong place record (50%) indicates consistency.

Our price $6.00 · SP $8.10 · Karis Teetan

Fortune Boy brings proven mile credentials with 2 wins from 7 attempts at 1600m. He's dropping in class after a solid 6th placing in a higher grade race just 7 days ago. While barrier 11 isn't ideal, his tactical versatility should allow him to find a good position. A genuine chance in an open race.

Our price $6.00 · SP $4.70 · Maxime Guyon

While barrier 12 isn't ideal, his tactical speed should allow him to find a good position. Maxime Guyon is a quality jockey who can extract the best from him.