Bank on in-form jockey Andrea Atzeni to extend his remarkable run of success when he takes the reins aboard eight promising horses at Sha Tin this Sunday. The Sardinian-born rider is currently experiencing the best form of his career, having secured nine victories in just the past three weeks alone.
Chasing Championship Glory
With an impressive 45 winners already recorded this season and 27 race meetings still remaining, Atzeni is positioned to easily surpass his previous season's best total of 58 victories. He is now closely pursuing Hugh Bowman for the runner-up spot in the jockeys' championship, trailing only the dominant leader Zac Purton.
Super Dragon's Moment to Shine
Atzeni will attempt to accomplish what both Zac Purton and James McDonald failed to achieve by guiding SUPER DRAGON to victory in the seven-furlong Kowloon Cricket Club Cup at 8.35am. This highly regarded three-year-old has disappointed supporters in all four of his previous races, though he has had legitimate excuses for each performance.
Now lining up in what appears to be an average contest, Super Dragon faces the challenge of starting from the unfavorable outside gate 14. However, if Atzeni can secure some early cover during the race, the horse's powerful late finishing speed could prove decisive in the closing stages.
Chill Buddy Presents Value Opportunity
While Atzeni will likely contend strongly aboard Endued in the mile-long Humphreys Handicap at 9.05am, that mount is expected to start at short odds. A more attractive betting proposition might be to follow the jockey on CHILL BUDDY in the competitive Parkes Handicap at 10.10am.
This race features several talented contenders including the unpredictable Crossborderpegasus, smart sprinter Smart Golf, and the notably highly rated newcomer Quantum Legend. Ricky Yiu's Chill Buddy has demonstrated steady improvement, delivering encouraging performances against quality opposition before putting everything together with an impressive victory over the same course and distance in February.
The horse returns fresh and well-rested after a break and has shown excellent form in recent trials. With the advantageous inside gate one now working in his favor, Chill Buddy appears capable of springing a surprise against this competitive field.
Sunday Selections
- Super Dragon - 8.35am at Sha Tin
- Chill Buddy each-way - 10.10am at Sha Tin
