Hong Kong form expert Luke Middlebrook provides his tips and analysis for the meeting on December 20.
Sha Tin Selections
(Saturday, December 20, 2025)
Race Meeting: 20/12/2025 Sha Tin – Turf “C+3” Course
Race 1 – AMARYLLIS HANDICAP
13:00 | Class 5 | Ratings 40–0
1400m | HKD $875,000
#2 Gale Saga looks set to improve returning to his most proven track and distance after a Class 5 run at Happy Valley that didn’t suit. Back to conditions that play to his strengths, a rebound is expected. #1 Circuit Fiery has had more than his share of chances and continues to find one better, finishing in the placings on four of five runs since the class drop. That said, he again receives every conceivable favor and remains entitled to finally break through. #6 Double Show draws for a soft run from barrier 3 and has clearly turned a corner since joining the Brett Crawford stable, winning decisively by over a length at this trip last start. #13 Wisdom Star is the wildcard. His race form reads poorly, but a stable switch to Me Tsui and a notably improved trial hint that he may be capable of lifting on race day.
Race 2 – TULIP HANDICAP
13:30 | Class 4 | Ratings 60–40
1200m | HKD $1,170,000
#6 Tai Victory steps out for a new handler after switching from Mark Newnham to Jimmy Ting and the stable change has shown up positively at the trials. He has slid down the ratings and in a race lacking early speed may be allowed to roll forward and control matters. #7 Sunny Q is best known for getting back and charging late, and the drop back in distance looks ideal after a solid 1400m run. His earlier 1200m form stacks up well here. #9 Ka Ying Warrior has his issues, but there was nothing wrong with his first-up effort over an unsuitable 1000m and the step to 1200m second-up is a positive. #2 Amazing Partners makes his debut for the Francis Lui yard and has shown enough at the trials to suggest he can be competitive.
Race 3 – AMARYLLIS HANDICAP
14:00 | Class 5 | Ratings 40–0
1400m | HKD $875,000
#5 Only You comes into this off a much better run than the finishing position suggests. From barrier 14 he was forced to steady early and ride for luck, finishing strongly into fifth over the mile. The drop back to 1400m looks ideal and he has been edging closer to a win with each run since joining the Brett Crawford stable. #1 Rattan Galaxy dips into Class 5 and has shown improvement in a recent trial which suggests he can lift under race conditions. #3 Bling Bling Genius looks very close to a win after his fast-finishing second on his first attempt in the grade. #6 Zetta Force wasn’t disgraced on debut in Class 5 when ridden conservatively from a wide draw and settling too far back, and if he can take up a handier position he can feature at odds.
Race 4 – CEDAR HANDICAP
14:30 | Class 4 | Ratings 60–40
1000m | HKD $1,170,000
#1 Alsonso returns to Class 4 where he has been competitive, finishing second in both prior attempts. Still a Hong Kong maiden after 14 starts, he has nonetheless turned in several solid Class 3 efforts this campaign and that form gives him a genuine chance to break through. #2 Packing Glory created plenty of buzz on debut, storming home to win at this track and trip from an awkward draw down the straight. The handicapper has only nudged him eight points, keeping him in Class 4, which helps his chances of going back-to-back. #9 Turquoise Velocity has trialed impressively ahead of his debut, showing good gate speed and strength through the line. #7 So My Folks has scope to improve second-up after an acceptable debut and should take benefit from that experience.
Race 5 – THE POK OI CUP (HANDICAP)
15:00 | Class 4 | Ratings 60–40
1200m | HKD $1,170,000
#4 Emblazon resumes after finishing second to Pejibaye here and while there is no trial to guide punters, his overall profile this season has been strong, including a first-up win earlier in the campaign. #1 Pejibaye broke through impressively two starts ago on his first run for the Fownes stable. He then struck trouble at Happy Valley after working early, yet still stuck on well for second. The return to this track and trip looks ideal. #9 Great Spirit arrives off two very good efforts from wide draws and looks set to map much handier. #10 Happy Shooter is the market watch runner, resuming for the first time since April after refusing to jump on that occasion.
Race 6 – ERICA HANDICAP
15:35 | Class 4 | Ratings 60–40
1400m | HKD $1,170,000
#7 Nyx Gluck arrives fourth-up off two strong efforts when finishing fourth then third, both times settling well back from wide draws and running against the race shape. An even tick-over trial since suggests he is ready to break through. #4 Bull Attitude disappointed when ridden on pace at Happy Valley and a return to quieter tactics looks the obvious move. #8 Packing King has trialed well on several occasions and is capable of running a race on debut, though he gives the impression he will improve with experience. #1 Super Love was rewarded last start when ridden more positively and the manner of that win suggests he can measure up again remaining in Class 4.
Race 7 – HIBISCUS HANDICAP
16:05 | Class 4 | Ratings 60–40
1600m | HKD $1,170,000
#2 Fit For Beauty can atone for last start. Chasing back-to-back wins, he effectively lost the contest at the start when jumping awkwardly and being hampered, yet still unleashed late to grab second. The mile is the query, but he has clearly taken a step forward since the hood went on. #7 Smart Fat Cat endured a similar story last time, checked at the top of the straight before finishing strongly into second and is ready to go one better with even luck. #3 Audacious Pursuit was the deserved winner of that race, making his own luck on speed and staying out of trouble. #9 Namjong Kingdom resumes well down in the ratings and has shown marked improvement in a recent trial.
Race 8 – HOLLY HANDICAP
16:35 | Class 3 | Ratings 80–60
1200m | HKD $1,860,000
#1 Celestial Hero looks set to receive the gun run from barrier 2. He resumed with a fast-finishing sixth over an unsuitable 1000m and the return to his preferred track and distance is a major positive. #3 Akashvani was desperately unlucky at Happy Valley ten days ago, held up inside the final 100m, and his overall form this season has been solid. #6 Loyal Bright was well supported on debut and while only fifth, he stuck on well after racing prominently and should take a step forward second-up. #4 New Future Folks continues to trend the right way and was unlucky to miss by a neck last start after settling back in a slowly run race.
Race 9 – IVY HANDICAP
17:05 | Class 2 | Ratings 100–80
1200m | HKD $2,840,000
#9 Crimson Flash profiles as ready now third-up to 1200m after two very good runs over the minimum, winning first-up before running a credible second to Colourful King in Class 2. #4 Invincible Shield gets back to turf which suits him better, and his neck second to Patch Of Stars two runs back reads well. #7 Patch Of Stars is chasing a hat-trick and measured up immediately in his first Class 2 test. #5 Lady’s Choice is better placed back up to 1200m and can settle on pace, where he is always tough to run down.
Race 10 – SPRUCE HANDICAP
17:40 | Class 3 | Ratings 80–60
1400m | HKD $1,860,000
#3 Cheaha made a strong debut impression when flashing home into fifth and after a second-up run that came with vet excuses, he looks well placed to rebound third-up. #1 Sky Joy is building a strong profile, now three wins from five, and his latest victory carried real merit after racing wide. He rises in trip but shapes as a horse with more to give. #14 The Red Hare is edging closer to a local breakthrough and produced his best run yet when third to Invincible Ibis. #12 Wolf Coming also comes through that same race and was forced very wide without cover, yet still finished off strongly.
Race 11 – POINSETTIA HANDICAP
18:15 | Class 3 | Ratings 80–60
1600m | HKD $2,050,000
#5 Invincible Ibis is emerging as a leading four-year-old this season and continues to elevate his profile. The rise to 1400m and the addition of winkers unlocked him, and this first look at the mile shapes as the next logical step. #4 Dazzling Fit brings a similar upward profile, having passed his first mile test when forced wide yet still showing sharp acceleration late. #8 Fortune Boy remains a serious factor with his strong sprint finish and proven mile record. #2 Brilliant Express can settle closer in a race lacking early speed and is worth another chance after being held up last time.
Selections Summary
Race 1: #2 Gale Saga, #1 Circuit Fiery, #6 Double Show, #13 Wisdom Star
Race 2: #6 Tai Victory, #7 Sunny Q, #9 Ka Ying Warrior, #2 Amazing Partners
Race 3: #5 Only You, #1 Rattan Galaxy, #3 Bling Bling Genius, #6 Zetta Force
Race 4: #1 Alsonso, #2 Packing Glory, #9 Turquoise Velocity, #7 So My Folks
Race 5: #4 Emblazon, #1 Pejibaye, #9 Great Spirit, #10 Happy Shooter
Race 6: #7 Nyx Gluck, #4 Bull Attitude, #8 Packing King, #1 Super Love
Race 7: #2 Fit For Beauty, #7 Smart Fat Cat, #3 Audacious Pursuit, #9 Namjong Kingdom
Race 8: #1 Celestial Hero, #3 Akashvani, #6 Loyal Bright, #4 New Future Folks
Race 9: #9 Crimson Flash, #4 Invincible Shield, #7 Patch Of Stars, #5 Lady’s Choice
Race 10: #3 Cheaha, #1 Sky Joy, #14 The Red Hare, #12 Wolf Coming
Race 11: #5 Invincible Ibis, #4 Dazzling Fit, #8 Fortune Boy, #2 Brilliant Express
Jackpot Information – Sha Tin (December 20, Saturday)
A jackpot of HK$3,800,000 will be topped-up to the Triple Trio.
A jackpot of HK$300,000 will be topped-up to the first Double Trio.
A jackpot of HK$1,000,000 will be topped-up to the Quartet & First Four Merged Pool (Last Race).
Please note the Club’s announcement regarding the jackpot arrangement.
Hong Kong form expert Luke Middlebrook provides his tips and analysis for the meeting on December 20.
Sha Tin Selections
(Saturday, December 20, 2025)
Race Meeting: 20/12/2025 Sha Tin – Turf “C+3” Course
Race 1 – AMARYLLIS HANDICAP
13:00 | Class 5 | Ratings 40–0
1400m | HKD $875,000
#2 Gale Saga looks set to improve returning to his most proven track and distance after a Class 5 run at Happy Valley that didn’t suit. Back to conditions that play to his strengths, a rebound is expected. #1 Circuit Fiery has had more than his share of chances and continues to find one better, finishing in the placings on four of five runs since the class drop. That said, he again receives every conceivable favor and remains entitled to finally break through. #6 Double Show draws for a soft run from barrier 3 and has clearly turned a corner since joining the Brett Crawford stable, winning decisively by over a length at this trip last start. #13 Wisdom Star is the wildcard. His race form reads poorly, but a stable switch to Me Tsui and a notably improved trial hint that he may be capable of lifting on race day.
Race 2 – TULIP HANDICAP
13:30 | Class 4 | Ratings 60–40
1200m | HKD $1,170,000
#6 Tai Victory steps out for a new handler after switching from Mark Newnham to Jimmy Ting and the stable change has shown up positively at the trials. He has slid down the ratings and in a race lacking early speed may be allowed to roll forward and control matters. #7 Sunny Q is best known for getting back and charging late, and the drop back in distance looks ideal after a solid 1400m run. His earlier 1200m form stacks up well here. #9 Ka Ying Warrior has his issues, but there was nothing wrong with his first-up effort over an unsuitable 1000m and the step to 1200m second-up is a positive. #2 Amazing Partners makes his debut for the Francis Lui yard and has shown enough at the trials to suggest he can be competitive.
Race 3 – AMARYLLIS HANDICAP
14:00 | Class 5 | Ratings 40–0
1400m | HKD $875,000
#5 Only You comes into this off a much better run than the finishing position suggests. From barrier 14 he was forced to steady early and ride for luck, finishing strongly into fifth over the mile. The drop back to 1400m looks ideal and he has been edging closer to a win with each run since joining the Brett Crawford stable. #1 Rattan Galaxy dips into Class 5 and has shown improvement in a recent trial which suggests he can lift under race conditions. #3 Bling Bling Genius looks very close to a win after his fast-finishing second on his first attempt in the grade. #6 Zetta Force wasn’t disgraced on debut in Class 5 when ridden conservatively from a wide draw and settling too far back, and if he can take up a handier position he can feature at odds.
Race 4 – CEDAR HANDICAP
14:30 | Class 4 | Ratings 60–40
1000m | HKD $1,170,000
#1 Alsonso returns to Class 4 where he has been competitive, finishing second in both prior attempts. Still a Hong Kong maiden after 14 starts, he has nonetheless turned in several solid Class 3 efforts this campaign and that form gives him a genuine chance to break through. #2 Packing Glory created plenty of buzz on debut, storming home to win at this track and trip from an awkward draw down the straight. The handicapper has only nudged him eight points, keeping him in Class 4, which helps his chances of going back-to-back. #9 Turquoise Velocity has trialed impressively ahead of his debut, showing good gate speed and strength through the line. #7 So My Folks has scope to improve second-up after an acceptable debut and should take benefit from that experience.
Race 5 – THE POK OI CUP (HANDICAP)
15:00 | Class 4 | Ratings 60–40
1200m | HKD $1,170,000
#4 Emblazon resumes after finishing second to Pejibaye here and while there is no trial to guide punters, his overall profile this season has been strong, including a first-up win earlier in the campaign. #1 Pejibaye broke through impressively two starts ago on his first run for the Fownes stable. He then struck trouble at Happy Valley after working early, yet still stuck on well for second. The return to this track and trip looks ideal. #9 Great Spirit arrives off two very good efforts from wide draws and looks set to map much handier. #10 Happy Shooter is the market watch runner, resuming for the first time since April after refusing to jump on that occasion.
Race 6 – ERICA HANDICAP
15:35 | Class 4 | Ratings 60–40
1400m | HKD $1,170,000
#7 Nyx Gluck arrives fourth-up off two strong efforts when finishing fourth then third, both times settling well back from wide draws and running against the race shape. An even tick-over trial since suggests he is ready to break through. #4 Bull Attitude disappointed when ridden on pace at Happy Valley and a return to quieter tactics looks the obvious move. #8 Packing King has trialed well on several occasions and is capable of running a race on debut, though he gives the impression he will improve with experience. #1 Super Love was rewarded last start when ridden more positively and the manner of that win suggests he can measure up again remaining in Class 4.
Race 7 – HIBISCUS HANDICAP
16:05 | Class 4 | Ratings 60–40
1600m | HKD $1,170,000
#2 Fit For Beauty can atone for last start. Chasing back-to-back wins, he effectively lost the contest at the start when jumping awkwardly and being hampered, yet still unleashed late to grab second. The mile is the query, but he has clearly taken a step forward since the hood went on. #7 Smart Fat Cat endured a similar story last time, checked at the top of the straight before finishing strongly into second and is ready to go one better with even luck. #3 Audacious Pursuit was the deserved winner of that race, making his own luck on speed and staying out of trouble. #9 Namjong Kingdom resumes well down in the ratings and has shown marked improvement in a recent trial.
Race 8 – HOLLY HANDICAP
16:35 | Class 3 | Ratings 80–60
1200m | HKD $1,860,000
#1 Celestial Hero looks set to receive the gun run from barrier 2. He resumed with a fast-finishing sixth over an unsuitable 1000m and the return to his preferred track and distance is a major positive. #3 Akashvani was desperately unlucky at Happy Valley ten days ago, held up inside the final 100m, and his overall form this season has been solid. #6 Loyal Bright was well supported on debut and while only fifth, he stuck on well after racing prominently and should take a step forward second-up. #4 New Future Folks continues to trend the right way and was unlucky to miss by a neck last start after settling back in a slowly run race.
Race 9 – IVY HANDICAP
17:05 | Class 2 | Ratings 100–80
1200m | HKD $2,840,000
#9 Crimson Flash profiles as ready now third-up to 1200m after two very good runs over the minimum, winning first-up before running a credible second to Colourful King in Class 2. #4 Invincible Shield gets back to turf which suits him better, and his neck second to Patch Of Stars two runs back reads well. #7 Patch Of Stars is chasing a hat-trick and measured up immediately in his first Class 2 test. #5 Lady’s Choice is better placed back up to 1200m and can settle on pace, where he is always tough to run down.
Race 10 – SPRUCE HANDICAP
17:40 | Class 3 | Ratings 80–60
1400m | HKD $1,860,000
#3 Cheaha made a strong debut impression when flashing home into fifth and after a second-up run that came with vet excuses, he looks well placed to rebound third-up. #1 Sky Joy is building a strong profile, now three wins from five, and his latest victory carried real merit after racing wide. He rises in trip but shapes as a horse with more to give. #14 The Red Hare is edging closer to a local breakthrough and produced his best run yet when third to Invincible Ibis. #12 Wolf Coming also comes through that same race and was forced very wide without cover, yet still finished off strongly.
Race 11 – POINSETTIA HANDICAP
18:15 | Class 3 | Ratings 80–60
1600m | HKD $2,050,000
#5 Invincible Ibis is emerging as a leading four-year-old this season and continues to elevate his profile. The rise to 1400m and the addition of winkers unlocked him, and this first look at the mile shapes as the next logical step. #4 Dazzling Fit brings a similar upward profile, having passed his first mile test when forced wide yet still showing sharp acceleration late. #8 Fortune Boy remains a serious factor with his strong sprint finish and proven mile record. #2 Brilliant Express can settle closer in a race lacking early speed and is worth another chance after being held up last time.
Selections Summary
Race 1: #2 Gale Saga, #1 Circuit Fiery, #6 Double Show, #13 Wisdom Star
Race 2: #6 Tai Victory, #7 Sunny Q, #9 Ka Ying Warrior, #2 Amazing Partners
Race 3: #5 Only You, #1 Rattan Galaxy, #3 Bling Bling Genius, #6 Zetta Force
Race 4: #1 Alsonso, #2 Packing Glory, #9 Turquoise Velocity, #7 So My Folks
Race 5: #4 Emblazon, #1 Pejibaye, #9 Great Spirit, #10 Happy Shooter
Race 6: #7 Nyx Gluck, #4 Bull Attitude, #8 Packing King, #1 Super Love
Race 7: #2 Fit For Beauty, #7 Smart Fat Cat, #3 Audacious Pursuit, #9 Namjong Kingdom
Race 8: #1 Celestial Hero, #3 Akashvani, #6 Loyal Bright, #4 New Future Folks
Race 9: #9 Crimson Flash, #4 Invincible Shield, #7 Patch Of Stars, #5 Lady’s Choice
Race 10: #3 Cheaha, #1 Sky Joy, #14 The Red Hare, #12 Wolf Coming
Race 11: #5 Invincible Ibis, #4 Dazzling Fit, #8 Fortune Boy, #2 Brilliant Express
Jackpot Information – Sha Tin (December 20, Saturday)
A jackpot of HK$3,800,000 will be topped-up to the Triple Trio.
A jackpot of HK$300,000 will be topped-up to the first Double Trio.
A jackpot of HK$1,000,000 will be topped-up to the Quartet & First Four Merged Pool (Last Race).
Please note the Club’s announcement regarding the jackpot arrangement.
Hong Kong form expert Luke Middlebrook provides his tips and analysis for the meeting on December 20.
Sha Tin Selections
(Saturday, December 20, 2025)
Race Meeting: 20/12/2025 Sha Tin – Turf “C+3” Course
Race 1 – AMARYLLIS HANDICAP
13:00 | Class 5 | Ratings 40–0
1400m | HKD $875,000
#2 Gale Saga looks set to improve returning to his most proven track and distance after a Class 5 run at Happy Valley that didn’t suit. Back to conditions that play to his strengths, a rebound is expected. #1 Circuit Fiery has had more than his share of chances and continues to find one better, finishing in the placings on four of five runs since the class drop. That said, he again receives every conceivable favor and remains entitled to finally break through. #6 Double Show draws for a soft run from barrier 3 and has clearly turned a corner since joining the Brett Crawford stable, winning decisively by over a length at this trip last start. #13 Wisdom Star is the wildcard. His race form reads poorly, but a stable switch to Me Tsui and a notably improved trial hint that he may be capable of lifting on race day.
Race 2 – TULIP HANDICAP
13:30 | Class 4 | Ratings 60–40
1200m | HKD $1,170,000
#6 Tai Victory steps out for a new handler after switching from Mark Newnham to Jimmy Ting and the stable change has shown up positively at the trials. He has slid down the ratings and in a race lacking early speed may be allowed to roll forward and control matters. #7 Sunny Q is best known for getting back and charging late, and the drop back in distance looks ideal after a solid 1400m run. His earlier 1200m form stacks up well here. #9 Ka Ying Warrior has his issues, but there was nothing wrong with his first-up effort over an unsuitable 1000m and the step to 1200m second-up is a positive. #2 Amazing Partners makes his debut for the Francis Lui yard and has shown enough at the trials to suggest he can be competitive.
Race 3 – AMARYLLIS HANDICAP
14:00 | Class 5 | Ratings 40–0
1400m | HKD $875,000
#5 Only You comes into this off a much better run than the finishing position suggests. From barrier 14 he was forced to steady early and ride for luck, finishing strongly into fifth over the mile. The drop back to 1400m looks ideal and he has been edging closer to a win with each run since joining the Brett Crawford stable. #1 Rattan Galaxy dips into Class 5 and has shown improvement in a recent trial which suggests he can lift under race conditions. #3 Bling Bling Genius looks very close to a win after his fast-finishing second on his first attempt in the grade. #6 Zetta Force wasn’t disgraced on debut in Class 5 when ridden conservatively from a wide draw and settling too far back, and if he can take up a handier position he can feature at odds.
Race 4 – CEDAR HANDICAP
14:30 | Class 4 | Ratings 60–40
1000m | HKD $1,170,000
#1 Alsonso returns to Class 4 where he has been competitive, finishing second in both prior attempts. Still a Hong Kong maiden after 14 starts, he has nonetheless turned in several solid Class 3 efforts this campaign and that form gives him a genuine chance to break through. #2 Packing Glory created plenty of buzz on debut, storming home to win at this track and trip from an awkward draw down the straight. The handicapper has only nudged him eight points, keeping him in Class 4, which helps his chances of going back-to-back. #9 Turquoise Velocity has trialed impressively ahead of his debut, showing good gate speed and strength through the line. #7 So My Folks has scope to improve second-up after an acceptable debut and should take benefit from that experience.
Race 5 – THE POK OI CUP (HANDICAP)
15:00 | Class 4 | Ratings 60–40
1200m | HKD $1,170,000
#4 Emblazon resumes after finishing second to Pejibaye here and while there is no trial to guide punters, his overall profile this season has been strong, including a first-up win earlier in the campaign. #1 Pejibaye broke through impressively two starts ago on his first run for the Fownes stable. He then struck trouble at Happy Valley after working early, yet still stuck on well for second. The return to this track and trip looks ideal. #9 Great Spirit arrives off two very good efforts from wide draws and looks set to map much handier. #10 Happy Shooter is the market watch runner, resuming for the first time since April after refusing to jump on that occasion.
Race 6 – ERICA HANDICAP
15:35 | Class 4 | Ratings 60–40
1400m | HKD $1,170,000
#7 Nyx Gluck arrives fourth-up off two strong efforts when finishing fourth then third, both times settling well back from wide draws and running against the race shape. An even tick-over trial since suggests he is ready to break through. #4 Bull Attitude disappointed when ridden on pace at Happy Valley and a return to quieter tactics looks the obvious move. #8 Packing King has trialed well on several occasions and is capable of running a race on debut, though he gives the impression he will improve with experience. #1 Super Love was rewarded last start when ridden more positively and the manner of that win suggests he can measure up again remaining in Class 4.
Race 7 – HIBISCUS HANDICAP
16:05 | Class 4 | Ratings 60–40
1600m | HKD $1,170,000
#2 Fit For Beauty can atone for last start. Chasing back-to-back wins, he effectively lost the contest at the start when jumping awkwardly and being hampered, yet still unleashed late to grab second. The mile is the query, but he has clearly taken a step forward since the hood went on. #7 Smart Fat Cat endured a similar story last time, checked at the top of the straight before finishing strongly into second and is ready to go one better with even luck. #3 Audacious Pursuit was the deserved winner of that race, making his own luck on speed and staying out of trouble. #9 Namjong Kingdom resumes well down in the ratings and has shown marked improvement in a recent trial.
Race 8 – HOLLY HANDICAP
16:35 | Class 3 | Ratings 80–60
1200m | HKD $1,860,000
#1 Celestial Hero looks set to receive the gun run from barrier 2. He resumed with a fast-finishing sixth over an unsuitable 1000m and the return to his preferred track and distance is a major positive. #3 Akashvani was desperately unlucky at Happy Valley ten days ago, held up inside the final 100m, and his overall form this season has been solid. #6 Loyal Bright was well supported on debut and while only fifth, he stuck on well after racing prominently and should take a step forward second-up. #4 New Future Folks continues to trend the right way and was unlucky to miss by a neck last start after settling back in a slowly run race.
Race 9 – IVY HANDICAP
17:05 | Class 2 | Ratings 100–80
1200m | HKD $2,840,000
#9 Crimson Flash profiles as ready now third-up to 1200m after two very good runs over the minimum, winning first-up before running a credible second to Colourful King in Class 2. #4 Invincible Shield gets back to turf which suits him better, and his neck second to Patch Of Stars two runs back reads well. #7 Patch Of Stars is chasing a hat-trick and measured up immediately in his first Class 2 test. #5 Lady’s Choice is better placed back up to 1200m and can settle on pace, where he is always tough to run down.
Race 10 – SPRUCE HANDICAP
17:40 | Class 3 | Ratings 80–60
1400m | HKD $1,860,000
#3 Cheaha made a strong debut impression when flashing home into fifth and after a second-up run that came with vet excuses, he looks well placed to rebound third-up. #1 Sky Joy is building a strong profile, now three wins from five, and his latest victory carried real merit after racing wide. He rises in trip but shapes as a horse with more to give. #14 The Red Hare is edging closer to a local breakthrough and produced his best run yet when third to Invincible Ibis. #12 Wolf Coming also comes through that same race and was forced very wide without cover, yet still finished off strongly.
Race 11 – POINSETTIA HANDICAP
18:15 | Class 3 | Ratings 80–60
1600m | HKD $2,050,000
#5 Invincible Ibis is emerging as a leading four-year-old this season and continues to elevate his profile. The rise to 1400m and the addition of winkers unlocked him, and this first look at the mile shapes as the next logical step. #4 Dazzling Fit brings a similar upward profile, having passed his first mile test when forced wide yet still showing sharp acceleration late. #8 Fortune Boy remains a serious factor with his strong sprint finish and proven mile record. #2 Brilliant Express can settle closer in a race lacking early speed and is worth another chance after being held up last time.
Selections Summary
Race 1: #2 Gale Saga, #1 Circuit Fiery, #6 Double Show, #13 Wisdom Star
Race 2: #6 Tai Victory, #7 Sunny Q, #9 Ka Ying Warrior, #2 Amazing Partners
Race 3: #5 Only You, #1 Rattan Galaxy, #3 Bling Bling Genius, #6 Zetta Force
Race 4: #1 Alsonso, #2 Packing Glory, #9 Turquoise Velocity, #7 So My Folks
Race 5: #4 Emblazon, #1 Pejibaye, #9 Great Spirit, #10 Happy Shooter
Race 6: #7 Nyx Gluck, #4 Bull Attitude, #8 Packing King, #1 Super Love
Race 7: #2 Fit For Beauty, #7 Smart Fat Cat, #3 Audacious Pursuit, #9 Namjong Kingdom
Race 8: #1 Celestial Hero, #3 Akashvani, #6 Loyal Bright, #4 New Future Folks
Race 9: #9 Crimson Flash, #4 Invincible Shield, #7 Patch Of Stars, #5 Lady’s Choice
Race 10: #3 Cheaha, #1 Sky Joy, #14 The Red Hare, #12 Wolf Coming
Race 11: #5 Invincible Ibis, #4 Dazzling Fit, #8 Fortune Boy, #2 Brilliant Express
Jackpot Information – Sha Tin (December 20, Saturday)
A jackpot of HK$3,800,000 will be topped-up to the Triple Trio.
A jackpot of HK$300,000 will be topped-up to the first Double Trio.
A jackpot of HK$1,000,000 will be topped-up to the Quartet & First Four Merged Pool (Last Race).
Please note the Club’s announcement regarding the jackpot arrangement.
