Thats good to hear, jake. Cheers.

Not a bad run today schonegg, what do you reckon? Officially finished 6th. Loomed as a chance early in the straight, but then looked like he didn't really relish the track condition final bit.

Hat, Scriven couldn't have ridden it any better. Got out at the right time, loomed up as you say, and then the same as in Sydney showed no acceleration. Don't know if it's the wet tracks or just not good enough.

Yeah schonegg, agree Scriven rode him a treat under the circumstances. Do you reckon Fred will butter-up (Straddie), firm track would be nice.

read somewhere that scenic blast was to gallop yesterday between races at belmont..did he? ..how did he go? ..thanks

yep..marasco is heading for the straddie..

Spot-on jake. Now only 26 horses nominated, with Marasco the new topweight.

Fantastic opportunity for Pike
 

Pike To Ride In Hong Kong

The states leading jockey William Pike is set to continue his riding career in Hong Kong after signing with the HKJC.

Pike will commence his riding contract at the opening meeting of the new season on September 15 and is required to be in Hong Kong two weeks before the commencement of the season.

“Yes I am going to try my luck in Hong Kong. It is the best racing in the world and I am going to try and match it against them.” Pike told perthracing.com.au

“The HKJC contacted me and it is an opportunity too good to resist.”

Pike currently sits atop of the rider’s premiership here in Perth with 73 winners, more then 34 clear of his nearest rival Troy Turner.

He did. Worked a treat!

good news hat..thanks