Slow to begin. When questioned regarding the disappointing performance of the mare, the rider could offer no explanation other than EKLEEL ATHBAH (FR) travelled well in the early and middle stages however, seemed to resent the hood when placed under pressure. A post-race veterinary examination revealed the mare to be lame in the right fore-leg. Trainer Mr. S Deeb was advised that prior to the mare entering to race again he must provide a veterinary certificate of fitness for EKLEEL ATHBAH (FR). |