Wednesday 15 May 2013 10:54, UK
The three British runners in the a 13-strong field for the Singapore Airlines International Cup enjoyed a steady exercise day at Kranji ahead of Sunday's big race.
"Today's always meant to be a quiet day. We're very happy with the way he has come along." Britain's raiding party face stiff opposition from the likes of Hong King's Military Attack, winner of the Audemars Piguet QEII Cup at Sha Tin and German star Pastorius. There are no British entries in the Krisflyer International Sprint, but Edward Lynam's Balmont Mast flies the flag for Ireland in an 11-runner line-up. Balmont Mast, who advertised his claims for honours when runner-up in the Dubai Golden Shaheen at Meydan, did a slow canter on the heath track. "It was just a routine exercise to warm him up this morning. He's very well and just had a slow steady canter down the back," said Lynam. "He's very fit and ready. He might go a little quicker tomorrow and Saturday, but he won't let go. "We've got to mind the bends as he tends to take off around them. "He put on some weight after he left the Curragh, but lost some on the way here. He's put some back on. "He's pretty much back to his Golden Shaheen weight now. He's all fine and there are no excuses."
