The race day was punctuated by multiple inquiries, including a notable disqualification in the feature event. Shambala, who had participated in the Dinkoo N. Chenoy Salver, was disqualified after it was discovered that the horse weighed in 4.5kg below the required limit. Stipendiary Stewards determined that the weight plates had fallen out of the saddle during the race, leading to the disqualification under the Rules of Racing. Chagall and The Panther were subsequently promoted in the final standings.
Stewards Intervene in Multiple Races
The officiating team was kept busy throughout the afternoon, with the D.N. Zodge Plate also requiring a formal review. Initially, Challenge Accepted had crossed the line in second place, with Your Unforgettable finishing third. However, trainer P.S. Chouhan lodged an objection against the rider of Challenge Accepted, citing interference near the 800m marker. After reviewing the race replays, the Stewards upheld the objection, resulting in a revision of the order that saw Your Unforgettable elevated to second place.
The day’s racing also saw its share of misfortune. During the Supreme Star Plate, Rossetti dislodged rider Kirtish after jumping out awkwardly from the gates. Fortunately, Kirtish escaped the incident without injury. Despite the drama, several favorites lived up to expectations, with Snow Girl securing the Westin Pune Trophy (Div. II) for trainer Imtiaz A. Sait, and Appalachian taking the honors in the first division of the same trophy.
Results Across the Card
The remainder of the card featured varied outcomes, with several outsiders finding the winner’s enclosure. In the Timeless Beauty Plate, Exotic Star claimed victory, while Diego Garcia triumphed in the K.R. Raghunath Plate. The final race of the day, the Legal Steps Plate, was won by Lickety Split. As the day concluded, the Jackpot and Super Jackpot pools remained unclaimed, with significant carry-forward amounts reported by the organizers.
