The Stewards this afternoon became aware that GALA NIGHT (C331), a declared starter in the Tsim Mei Fung Handicap, was involved in an incident this morning during track work.  Accordingly, they directed Dr A Prabhu, Veterinary Officer, to examine GALA NIGHT at the stables of Trainer J Moore.  Dr Prabhu has informed the Stewards that GALA NIGHT was lame in the left front leg with mild sensitivity over the back and hindquarters and accordingly is not suitable to race.  The Stewards have therefore ordered the withdrawal of GALA NIGHT acting on veterinary advice.

Mr Moore, together with members of his stable staff, and Dr Prabhu, who also conducted the horse’s routine pre-race veterinary inspection this morning and subsequent to the incident, will be interviewed regarding this matter prior to tomorrow’s Happy Valley racemeeting.