Romantic Warrior’s tilt at a record-extending fifth straight Group One Hong Kong Cup (2,000m) victory could be in doubt after scans revealed an issue with one of the champion galloper’s joints.
The Jockey Club said in a statement on Tuesday that the winner of a world record HK$288.7 million in prize money will undergo a more detailed veterinary assessment after “a change in one of the horse’s joints” was detected.
“The Club’s Department of Veterinary Clinical Services has provided advice on Romantic Warrior that the Club wishes to share with his many fans,” the statement said.
“Consistent with the Club’s world-class procedures for the care of our racehorses, Romantic Warrior has undergone detailed physical examinations, including the use of state-of-the-art imaging equipment at our veterinary hospital.
“This proactive screening has revealed a change in one of the horse’s joints that requires further detailed assessment by the veterinary team. More information will be provided in due course.”
