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Alfonsine is expected to shine again in the Nizam’s Gold Cup.

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Aug 17, 2026, 00:57 IST

On August 17, the Nizam’s Gold Cup promises an exhilarating race day, with Alfonsine favored to secure victory.

Alfonsine is expected to shine again in the Nizam’s Gold Cup.

The Nizam’s Gold Cup, a prestigious event in the racing calendar, is set to take center stage on Monday, August 17, with the four-year-old gelding Alfonsine expected to deliver a strong performance. This race, which is a highlight of the day, will feature a competitive lineup of horses vying for the top honors.

Race Day Overview

The day's events will kick off with the Himayat Sagar Trophy (Div. II), a 1,100-meter race for horses aged three and older, rated between 20 to 45. Scheduled for 12:45 p.m., the race will see a field of ten contenders, including Ek, Her Ladyship, and Flying Fury, all of whom are anticipated to put forth a solid challenge.

Following this, the Doncaster Plate, a maiden fillies race for three-year-olds, will take place at 1:15 p.m. This 1,200-meter race features ten participants, with Classy Touch and Como among the favorites. The B. Marideshwara Rao Memorial Trophy (Div. II) will follow at 1:50 p.m., showcasing horses rated between 40 to 65, with Dubai Touch and Gloria expected to be strong competitors.

Featured Races and Predictions

The first division of the Himayat Sagar Trophy will commence at 2:25 p.m., featuring a similar distance and age group as its counterpart. Notable entries include Double Bubble and Linda, both of whom are anticipated to perform well. The B. Marideshwara Rao Memorial Trophy (Div. I) will take place at 3:00 p.m., with Strauss and Shadow Fax among the leading contenders.

As the day progresses, the Nizam’s Gold Cup (Gr. II) will be the highlight at 3:35 p.m. This 2,000-meter race for horses aged four and older will see Alfonsine, ridden by Trevor, competing against Mayne Magic and Nonpariel. With a strong track record, Alfonsine is favored to secure victory in this prestigious event.

The Royal Windsor Plate and the Brown Jack Plate will conclude the day’s racing, with Ashoka and Aos Si expected to be in contention for their respective races. As the excitement builds, spectators and participants alike are eager to see how the day unfolds at the racetrack.

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