Infinite Resolve Poised to Continue Newnham's Winning Run at Sha Tin
Mark Newnham, fresh off a remarkable five-timer at Happy Valley on Wednesday, sets his sights on extending his hot streak with Infinite Resolve in the Golden Sixty Handicap at Sha Tin. This race is part of the supporting card for the prestigious BMW Hong Kong Derby, featuring several gallopers that have captured public attention in recent weeks.
Hot Delight Leads the Charge in Werther Handicap
The Francis Lui-trained three-year-old Hot Delight has emerged as a potential contender for next season's Classic Series, thanks to two dominant performances over the course and distance. Chasing a hat-trick in the six-furlong Werther Handicap scheduled for 7.30am, Hot Delight is expected to start as the short-odds favourite. His main rival, Cool Boy, who secured a hat-trick of victories last month, faces a significant challenge from gate 10, making it unlikely he will threaten Hot Delight, who has yet to be seriously tested in his wins.
Golden Sixty Handicap Features Competitive Field
In the seven-furlong Golden Sixty Handicap at 9.55am, Winning Ovation makes a quick return after impressing racegoers and pundits with a front-running victory two weeks ago, marking his second win from three starts. Despite moving up in class, he carries 18 pounds less when factoring in Angus Chung's two-pound allowance, positioning him as a popular choice for a follow-up success. However, this race presents a much stiffer test, with seasoned competitors like Light Years Charm, Storm Rider, Mugen, and Drombeg Banner—all middle-distance specialists with Group race experience—finding this Class Two event a more manageable assignment.
Infinite Resolve's Strategic Distance Drop
The Mark Newnham-trained Infinite Resolve drops back in distance after struggling over nine furlongs in the Hong Kong Classic Cup earlier this month. The return to seven furlongs is crucial for his chances, having previously chased home the smart Little Paradise over this trip in January. With a favourable draw from gate five, Infinite Resolve is likely to position himself just behind the leaders early on, utilizing his impressive turn of foot in the closing stages to secure victory.
Pointers: Infinite Resolve is set to run in the 9.55am race at Sha Tin, offering a compelling opportunity for Newnham to maintain his winning momentum in this high-stakes event.
