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Social Butterfly set to shine once more in upcoming performance.

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Aug 8, 2026, 01:32 IST

Social Butterfly is set to make another impressive return, ready to captivate audiences once more.

Social Butterfly set to shine once more in upcoming performance.

The Yohan Z. Poonawalla Turf Club Trophy, a highlight of the upcoming races on Saturday, August 8, is expected to see the four-year-old filly Social Butterfly aiming for a repeat victory following her recent success. The event promises to be an exciting showcase of talent, with the rail positions to be confirmed one hour prior to the first race.

Upcoming Races and Key Competitors

The day will kick off with the Western India Trainers’ Association Trophy (Div. II), a 1,200-meter race for horses aged four and older, rated between 20 and 46. Scheduled for 1:30 p.m., the lineup includes notable contenders such as Appalachian, ridden by T.S. Jodha, and Aeon Flux, with Bhawani in the saddle. Other participants include Bezalel, Esteban, and Lion King, among others, making for a competitive field.

Following this, the Rajaram Chhatrapathi Trophy will take place at 2:00 p.m., featuring a distance of 1,800 meters for Class II horses rated from 60 to 86. Golden Dancer, with Akshay K. aboard, and Zacharias, ridden by Zervan, are expected to be strong competitors in this race.

Feature Event: Yohan Z. Poonawalla Turf Club Trophy

The main event, the Yohan Z. Poonawalla Turf Club Trophy, is set for 4:00 p.m. and will cover a distance of 1,400 meters. This Grade 3 race will see Social Butterfly, under the guidance of jockey Trevor, competing against other strong horses like Kavya and Pride’s Prince. Given her recent performance, Social Butterfly is favored to take the win.

As the day progresses, the Indian Association of Equine Practitioners Trophy for three-year-olds will follow at 4:30 p.m., featuring a maiden race that includes horses like Acropolis and Lion Heart. The final race of the day, the Strategic Move Plate, will conclude the event at 5:00 p.m., showcasing older horses in a 1,000-meter sprint.

With a full card of races lined up, enthusiasts and spectators alike are looking forward to an exhilarating day at the track, where the thrill of competition and the spirit of horse racing will be on full display.

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