2006 Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Races Morning Works

By Cindy Pierson Dulay, About.com Guide

Regular exercise rider Jason Tate was back aboard Ouija Board for her final workout before her title defense in the Vase. Owner Lord Derby and trainer Ed Dunlop were on hand on Friday. Dunlop said, "She seems in great shape, the weather and climate out here really suits her. She had a hard race in Japan, but it doesn't seem to have made any difference to her that I can see."

Update: On Saturday morning, The Veterinary Officer informed the Stewards that some soreness was noted in Ouija Board's left front leg during a routine pre-race examination. Ouija Board was again examined by the Veterinary Officer on Saturday afternoon. The he reported Quijia Board was at this time lame in the left front leg and in his opinion was not suitable to run. Acting on this advice, the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of Quijia Board.

She was schedule to be retired after this race, so I guess that means her career is over now.