ROMANTIC WARRIOR SHOULD WIN

Nov 17 Hong Kong (Sha Tin) form analysis

RACE 1 (1,200M)

4 Flying Double debuted with a promising fourth-place finish. However, he bounded out of the gates and encountered traffic at the top of the stretch, peaking on his run inside the 100m. Natural improvement is expected, and he looks ready to win second-up.

1 Blazing Wind has been knocking on the door with two seconds. This marks James McDonald's first ride in his short-term stint – one that could well be a winning start.

7 Lucky Impact was favoured last time but had veterinary excuses with blood in the trachea. He resumes off two fair trials and could show more.

10 Sky Vino has been trialling nicely leading up to his debut and could surprise.

RACE 2 (1,400M)

2 Ballistic Win has been knocking on the door for another win in three starts this season, and his recent third-place finish behind Master Mastermind reads as solid form for this race. McDonald in the plate enhances his chances.

1 Oriental Smoke drops back into Class 4, where he boasts a strong record. Last time, he faded into eighth after setting a sharp early pace against tougher company. He may roll forward again but will need to navigate from barrier 10.

10 Win Speed secured his maiden victory last start and has trialled well since. He has more to come.

5 My Flying Angel will wear blinkers for the first time in Hong Kong, and was successful wearing them prior to his import. He won a trial nicely in the gear leading up to this race. Improvement in store.

RACE 3 (1,200M)

7 Island Breezes looks set for a strong debut from the Pierre Ng stable, with Karis Teetan aboard after guiding him through all his trials; a winning debut appears well within reach.

1 Super Legends brings experience and decent form, having scored a win two starts back and run second last time.