Racing continues at Sha Tin on Sunday (7 May) with an 11-race fixture highlighted by the running of the Group 3 Queen Mother Memorial Cup Handicap over 2400m.
In race 7, up-and-coming four-year-old GOLDEN EXPRESS is on track to post a hat-trick of wins when he steps out in the Class 2 Handicap over 1200m.
The John Size-trained talent has only missed the frame on one occasion from a total of five Hong Kong starts, and that was because of an ill-judged ride when the jockey rode the race too quietly from a wide draw. Looking back through his form, GOLDEN EXPRESS has a second placing to thriving sprinter Victor The Winner, third to Classic Cup winner Super Sunny Sing while his last two wins have been walks in the park against inferior opposition, greeting the judge 1.75 lengths the better of his nearest rival each time.
Despite GOLDEN EXPRESS rising to Class 2 for the first time this week, it’s not the strongest of races and he clearly stands out as the form choice. With seemingly plenty of points in hand, the in-form sprinter can land a third successive win.
Progressive stayer STRAIGHT ARRON has the opportunity to continue his ascent in the ratings contesting the Group 3 Queen Mother Memorial Cup Handicap over 2400m.
Three starts ago, a stable change proved to be the key to success for STRAIGHT ARRON, as he won convincingly by 1.25 lengths, which earned him a spot in the Hong Kong Derby on his next start.
Despite finishing fifth, his performance was excellent considering the race’s farcical pace. STRAIGHT ARRON bounced back last start with an impressive 3.25-length win, strengthening for Derby form which continues to flourish.
Trainer Caspar Fownes expressed his confidence afterward, stating in the local press that “he’s a very, very good horse – a very high-quality horse. He’s got a big future.” Sunday’s feature race presents a fine opportunity for the rising stayer to brighten his future
