Caspar Fownes soared to new heights, matching Mark Newnham's tally of 35 winners, following a stellar performance at Sha Tin. The highlight of the day was Sky Trust's gutsy victory in the Class Two TVB Cup (1,200m), a testament to Fownes' and Ellis Wong Chi-wang's strategic riding. Sky Trust's win was far from straightforward, as he navigated a concertina effect, bouncing off Magic Control, Wunderbar, and Gustosisimo, before finding another gear and driving to the front, fending off Invincible Shield in a thrilling finish. This was the third win of the season for Fownes' galloper, who has found his stride post-surgery. Fownes expressed his satisfaction with Sky Trust's performance, praising Wong's riding and the horse's determination. He hinted at potential future successes, including a Group Three finish for Dancing Code over 1,200m. The day's success continued with Sky Vino, who came from behind to win the Class Three TVB Lo And Behold Handicap (1,650m) on dirt, marking Fownes' 1,200th winner in Hong Kong and propelling him into the top three of the trainers' premiership, with Hayes close behind. Fownes' achievement is a testament to his hard work and dedication, and he looks forward to continued success.
