Family Fortune is the standout in Race 1, set over 1,650 meters, drawing barrier 1 which is considered an ideal starting position and marks the horse as the one to beat [1, 2]. Zetta Force will face barrier 11 in the same race but has shown positive form in recent runs and is close to breaking through at this grade [1, 2]. Happy Buddies has raced from outside barriers previously but should benefit from barrier 5 here [1, 2]. Setanta finished second last start and is expected to exert genuine pace in Race 1, signaling readiness to win [1, 2].
Race 2 covers 1,200 meters where Chill Master returns after a trial, retaining Jerry Chau as jockey [1, 2]. Always My Folks, who won its first 2025 race over a minimum trip, will start from barrier 3 with Zac Purton aboard [1, 2]. Autumn Vibes makes its second start for trainer Brett Crawford after an initial trip-related setback [1, 2]. Runjeet switches from David Eustace to Douglas Whyte stable and posted acceptable trials; it will break from barrier 1 [1, 2].
In Race 3, also over 1,200 meters, Young Arrow draws barrier 6, improving on recent post positions and showing winning potential [1, 2]. Captain Link moves away from barrier 2, with a last-start sixth deemed better than it looks due to poor runs [1, 2]. Beauty Glory, returning to Class 4 after finishing fifth when running wide, will have barrier 3 offering a more favorable run [1, 2]. Forerunner, who placed second from barrier 2 in the previous race, draws barrier 8 and is knocking on the door of victory [1, 2].
Race 4 at 1,650 meters features Run Run Timing, who has competed nine times this season with one win and six placings. New jockey Zac Purton will ride from barrier 1 [1, 2]. Three-year-old Dashing Maurison, fresh from a maiden Class 5 win over 1,800 meters and a close runner-up finish in Class 4, will also contest [1, 2]. Star Mac is considered a strong chance in this race [1, 2].
Races span distances from 1,200 to 1,650 meters, with jockeys and barriers playing key roles in shaping the contests. Zac Purton’s mounts in Races 2 and 4 highlight his continued influence on the card [1, 2]. The action unfolds today at Singapore’s racecourse, with all four races offering competitive fields and top contenders lining up for success.