Maiden New Planet appears the logical banker selection in the opening leg of the Triple Trio on Sunday's mixed meeting card at Sha Tin. The lightly-raced son of Chief's Crown, who has progressed steadily in his four starts, appears to have struck a relatively moderate Class Four contest and jockey Tony Culhane should enjoy the run of the 1,400-metre race from barrier four.
Round The World has given the impression that he is a shade better than this grade and he can be forgiven his last effort when he may not have been suited by the move to Happy Valley. Prior to that run, he had shown promise and he should figure in the finish tomorrow.
Grand Fighter showed marked improvement last time when the blinkers were applied and he has been a consistent performer over course and distance. While he leaves the impression that he would be suited by a touch further, he could easily make the frame.
Medic Hero has failed to win over this trip in 15 attempts, but he has finished in the frame on five occasions. Robbie Fradd keeps the ride and from a good draw he appears to be one of the leading chances.
The middle pin of the TT will be held over 1,650 metres on the all-weather, and Universal Glory appears to be the safest option for a banker. His narrow defeat by Mr Brinker on his last start was a sound effort, and he has proved to be a more reliable type on the dirt.
Me First ran creditably last time when he set a furious tempo out on the lead. He is a winner over course and distance and, with John Egan riding in great form, must be one for the shortlist.