It is not too often that one from the John Size yard is seen winning trials in the morning, but that was the case in the qualifying trial held at Sha Tin yesterday morning when unraced galloper In The Bank (rated 52) took out the final heat in the time of 59.1 seconds.
It was a nice effort from the son of Groom Dancer because he has had only a light preparation ahead of his first local trial. And looking at him parade prior to the trial, there still looks a good deal of improvement to come in condition - a positive sign.
Derek Cruz-trained Super finished a head away in second place and showed he had progressed since his turf trial at Happy Valley on February 21. This son of Golden Slipper winner and successful sire Danzero is definitely one to keep safe when he makes he debut.
Finishing third in the heat was Noble Crusader, who also happens to be a son of Danzero.
The John Moore-trained gelding was never allowed off the bridle at any stage by Anton Marcus and went to the line with plenty in reserve.
Douglas Whyte was noted working home stylishly aboard Add The Fun (rated 52), who performed very well given that it is still early days in his preparation.
This was his first trial and he showed above average ability.
