Hong Kong Saturday night: AI model projects top speed at 9-1

Photo: Hong Kong Jockey Club

It's the second week of Hong Kong's 2024-25 season with racing at Sha Tin on Sunday at 1:00 a.m. EDT, Saturday at 10:00 p.m. PDT. 

Free past performances are available at Horse Racing Nation as well as full card selections. And for more free handicapping information, visit the Hong Kong Jockey Club website.

Race 6, $50 to win/show: 8

The AI model projects that no. 1 Amazing Fun, a winner in its first start, will be the 6-5 favorite.

This race presents a great betting opportunity as Amazing Fun is a second-time starter, first off the layoff, carrying top weight, first time around a turn and first time racing on the dirt.

No. 8 Strive For Glory is a value play in this race. The AI model projects he will have the top speed and go off at 9-1 odds. Two of this horse’s four wins have come on the dirt at Sha Tin, and the favorable inside draw will assist in a ground-saving trip.

 

AI analysis of Hong Kong race 6

Keith Bush is the director of Horse Racing Nation's machine learning and advanced analytics. 

Coverage of the entire Hong Kong Thoroughbred season at Horse Racing Nation is made possible through a sponsorship by the Hong Kong Jockey Club.


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