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Desert Diamond and Lumineer impress in Tuesday morning track work

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Oct 13, 2026, 18:53 IST

Desert Diamond and Lumineer delivered standout performances during Tuesday morning's training session at the track, showcasing strong form ahead of upcoming racing fixtures as they completed their scheduled exercises on the inner sand.

Desert Diamond and Lumineer impress in Tuesday morning track work

Desert Diamond and Lumineer were the headline performers during Tuesday morning's training session, displaying sharp form as they were put through their paces on the inner sand track. Both horses caught the eye with their movement, providing a positive update for their respective connections as preparations continue for future engagements.

Lumineer, partnered with Peter, produced a particularly notable effort during an 800m gallop alongside Golden Heart. Clocking 49 seconds for the distance and covering the final 600m in 36 seconds, Lumineer finished two lengths clear of its companion, moving with significant fluency throughout the exercise.

Strong gallops highlight morning training session

Desert Diamond also impressed during a longer 1000m workout. Ridden by C. Umesh, the horse clocked 1:04 for the full distance, finishing the final 600m in 38 seconds. The performance was marked by a responsive attitude, suggesting the horse is progressing well in its current training block.

Elsewhere on the inner sand, several other pairs completed their scheduled work. Frenzy and Bezalel moved level over 800m in 51 seconds, with a final 600m split of 38 seconds. Similarly, Tranquila and Azaadi were clocked at 50 seconds for their 800m gallop, finishing the final 600m in 37 seconds after being urged by their riders. Black Thunder, under Gore, showed good form over 600m, stopping the clock at 38 seconds.

The session also saw Rainbow Connection and Absolute Majesty work together over 1000m, finishing in 1:06 with an 800m split of 51 seconds and a final 600m in 38 seconds. Delilah and Rosetti completed a more measured 1000m piece in 56 seconds, covering the final 600m in 42 seconds. Arrived, ridden by Ramswarup, was the most active over the longer distance, completing 1200m in 1:25, with the final 1000m in 1:09, 800m in 54 seconds, and the concluding 600m in 40 seconds.