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Commander hints at more in store

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Luckless Derby runner-up Commander Charlie showed he was maintaining his good condition with a solid piece of work on the Sha Tin all-weather surface yesterday morning.

Accompanied by stablemate Braveheart, Commander Charlie looked right at his top as he matched strides with his lower-rated companion over 1,200 metres.

The pair ambled through the first 800 metres before quickening up the last quarter and although there was little between them at the end of the gallop, there was no doubt Commander Charlie had plenty in reserve.

The four-year-old has been a good money spinner for connections, but has only been able to win one race in two seasons of racing.

However, he is still attractively rated on his performances and potential and a big-race win is not beyond him before season's end.

Saafend Rock had plenty of support on debut at Happy Valley recently but a slow getaway put paid to his chances.

To finish within five lengths of winner Grassland Star was a good effort in the circumstances and his work yesterday indicated he had benefited from the experience no end.

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