The 2026
The feature race, scheduled for 3:50 p.m., sees a small but competitive field. Fynbos faces opposition from Kings Gambit, ridden by Neeraj, and Elysium, with Akshay K in the saddle. The race serves as the focal point of a day that also features a variety of plate and trophy events, catering to different classes and age groups of thoroughbreds.
Full card and race day details
The action begins at 12:30 p.m. with the Dangerous Plate, a 1,400-metre contest for Class III horses. Vortex, partnered with Yash Narredu, is the primary selection for the opener, followed by Skandha and Crimson Pirate. The afternoon continues with the Pune Cantonment Board Trophy, split into two divisions. In Division II, La Dolce Vita is expected to contend strongly, while the first division, scheduled for 3:10 p.m., features Absolute Emperor as a top prospect.
The card also includes two divisions of the Mount Rose Plate, restricted to three-year-old maidens. In the first division, Ashwa Tazbeez is the favoured runner, while Lumineer is the pick for the second division at 4:30 p.m. The Self Styled Plate, a 2,000-metre event for Class III horses, sees Golden Eye as the leading contender. The day concludes with the Whopper Plate at 5:10 p.m., where El Nino is anticipated to lead the field home.
For punters and racing enthusiasts, the day offers several betting pools, including the Jackpot covering races four through eight, and a Super Jackpot spanning the final six races. Treble pools are available for races two through four and five through seven, with Tanala betting offered on every race. Rail positions for the final day will be confirmed one hour before the first race commences.
