Time For Helios Express To Rise

May 31 Hong Kong (Sha Tin) form analysis

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RACE 1 (1,400M) 1 Circuit Mighty makes his Class 5 debut and, while winless in 734 days, he has returned to form at the bottom of Class 4 in recent starts. Barrier 4 ensures an ideal map for Zac Purton, who takes the ride.

9 Lucky Generations was eased back early from barrier 12 last time and settled last before winding up strongly into sixth. He is starting to make his mark, now that he has slid down the ratings.

3 Gluck Racer needs a bit of luck from barrier 12 but commands respect on the downgrade as a two-time winner from four attempts in Class 5, and the drop back in trip from 1,800m also checks boxes. He is one to start following again.

8 Flying Romantic has been hinting at a breakthrough win in recent runs and now third-up, he should be ready to fire.

RACE 2 (1,200M) 5 Flowing Riches has trialled up well ahead of his debut and, although awkwardly drawn in barrier 10, he looks worth a punt first-up at a decent price.

6 Straight To Glory made a good impression on debut over 1,000m with a close-up fourth. He receives a jockey upgrade with Hugh Bowman taking over and draws a nice inside gate as he rises to what looks a more suitable distance.

1 Courier Aladdin looked a horse going places after a smart debut win last season but disappointed into 11th in his only run this term. He has had breathing issues, which remain a query, but now resumes for a new stable having transferred to Manfred Man.

3 Lucky Archangel maps for a soft run from his inside draw and may pinch a place, as he did two starts back at this course and distance when third to Sea Sapphire.

RACE 3 (1,200M) 3 Diriya was a close-up fourth on debut after being held up from the 400m until passing the 300m. Natural improvement second-up and barrier 1 can see him take a positive step forward.

1 Lucky Symphony needs to beat another wide draw to score, as he did last start when breaking through impressively. He remains a key player.