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Espionage Headlines Sunday’s Hyderabad Race Card

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Nov 14, 2026, 20:03 IST

The five-year-old gelding Espionage is tipped to secure back-to-back victories in the Ghulam Ahmed Memorial Trophy, the feature event of the upcoming race day at Hyderabad on November 15.

Espionage Headlines Sunday’s Hyderabad Race Card

The Hyderabad racing circuit prepares for a competitive afternoon this Sunday, November 15, with the Ghulam Ahmed Memorial Trophy serving as the highlight of the day’s proceedings. Among the field of eight contenders in the 1,200-metre Category I event, the five-year-old gelding Espionage enters the race as the primary focus for punters following a strong performance in his most recent outing.

Guided by jockey Mukesh K, Espionage carries 60kg and looks well-positioned to build on his previous success. The field for the feature race also includes Black Onyth and Lashka, who are expected to provide stiff competition in the sprint. The race is scheduled to commence at 2:10 p.m., drawing significant attention as the centerpiece of the day's card.

Supporting Races and Key Contenders

The afternoon kicks off with the Donegal Plate at 12:50 p.m., where Rajendra is the top selection to lead the field over the 1,600-metre distance. This will be followed by the Elusive Hero Plate (Division II), a 1,200-metre sprint where Surrealist is tipped to perform well in a race restricted by no-whip conditions. The Telangana Trophy, split into two divisions, will feature prominently in the middle of the card. In the second division, Annhilator is the favored runner, while Darling’s Boy is highlighted as the 'Day’s Best' prospect in the first division, which is set for a 3:30 p.m. start.

The latter half of the program includes the Elusive Hero Plate (Division I), where Stars Envied is expected to contend for the top spot. The day concludes with the Srisailam Plate (Division I), a 1,200-metre contest featuring a large field of twelve runners, with Farsiris identified as the one to beat. Racing enthusiasts will also have the opportunity to participate in various betting pools, including the Jackpot, Mini Jackpot, and Treble, with Tanala available across all seven races on the card.