Sha Tin: Ka Ying Lightning leads an 11-race Sha Tin card

Sunday, 25 October 2026 | All times AEDT

An outstanding 11-race card at Sha Tin, headlined by the Group 2 Premier Bowl. We've weighed up the recent form, barrier draws, weight changes, trial performances and expert selections to find the best winning chances.

Race 1 — 3:40pm · 1200m

Jedi Spurs has been runner-up at his past two starts and gets valuable weight relief through Nichola Yuen's apprentice claim. Almighty Warrior should improve significantly second-up after working hard from a wide barrier last time. He now draws favourably and gets Zac Purton aboard. Both have legitimate winning claims in an open race.

Race 2 — 4:10pm · 1400m

Tycoon Express drops into Class 5 for the first time and finally gets a more favourable barrier after a succession of wide draws. Only U should improve second-up returning to turf and gets Zac Purton aboard. Both have positive form angles, although this remains a competitive race.

Race 3 — 4:40pm · 1600m

Smart Fat Cat caught the eye making late ground from a difficult position first-up and now draws considerably better. Polar Patch has been attracting consistent support across the selections, while Cava Pioneer was desperately unlucky last time. A competitive race, but the first two have strong claims.

Race 4 — 5:15pm · 2000m

Seraph Gabriel looks ready to win after two excellent performances this preparation. The step up to 2000m looks ideal and Zac Purton returns to the saddle. Super Goldendragon is a progressive stayer chasing three consecutive victories and gets significant weight relief stepping into Class 3. Both are well placed, with Seraph Gabriel narrowly preferred.

Race 5 — 6:05pm · 1200m

Speedy Power was outstanding first-up, charging home into third after settling a long way back from barrier 12. He now draws barrier two and gets Zac Purton aboard, which should allow him to settle considerably closer. Glory Patch also impressed on debut, finishing strongly after being forced back from a wide gate.

Race 6 — 6:35pm · 1000m

Ka Ying Lightning is unbeaten in two starts over the Sha Tin straight 1000m and looks a seriously promising sprinter. His latest victory was particularly impressive and he now drops significantly in weight stepping into Class 3. Lightness Of Music is also improving and retains Zac Purton after an impressive last-start victory.

Race 7 — 7:05pm · Group 2 Premier Bowl · 1200m

Ka Ying Attack is chasing four consecutive victories and gets a significant weight advantage stepping into Group company. His latest victory demonstrated his versatility and suggests he can measure up. Raging Blizzard is a proven Group performer who should improve second-up and draws favourably. Colourful King and Crimson Flash are also serious chances in a high-quality contest.

Race 8 — 7:40pm · 1400m

Storm Mirror broke through impressively over this course and distance last time, and his seven-pound handicap rise is effectively offset by the apprentice claim. Mr Cool was equally impressive winning by two lengths first-up and remains in Class 4, although his eight-pound penalty and difficult barrier make this a tougher assignment.

Race 9 — 8:10pm · 1600m

Infinite Resolve looks ready to win third-up after two excellent performances over 1400m. He was held up before charging home late last time, and the step up to 1600m looks ideal. Six Pack gets barrier one and should enjoy an economical run, although he still has something to prove at the distance.

Race 10 — 8:45pm · 1200m

Megastar Heart was outstanding winning first-up over this course and distance despite racing without cover. He rises eight pounds but draws barrier one and appears to have further improvement to come. Pi Legend is another progressive galloper who should improve significantly second-up after a luckless return from a wide draw.

Race 11 — 9:20pm · 1400m

Almighty Lightning attracts strong support and looks a leading contender in a competitive finale. Circuit Champion has been racing well and was narrowly beaten last time, although barrier 14 is a genuine concern. Happy Boss and Packing Glory also have winning claims, making this one of the more difficult races.

Best bets

BEST BET — R6, 6:35pm | No. 6 Ka Ying Lightning — Unbeaten over the course and distance, outstanding recent performances and a favourable weight change. The strongest selection on the programme.

NEXT BEST — R5, 6:05pm | No. 13 Speedy Power — An excellent first-up run followed by a major barrier and jockey upgrade. Looks ideally placed to break through.

BEST OF THE LATER RACES — R9, 8:10pm | No. 10 Infinite Resolve — Luckless in both runs this preparation and now steps up to the mile third-up. The conditions look ideal for a return to winning form.

VALUE CHANCE — R4, 5:15pm | No. 10 Super Goldendragon — A progressive stayer chasing a hat-trick who receives significant weight relief stepping up in grade. A genuine threat to Seraph Gabriel.