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Stud Poker Headlines Zavaray S. Poonawalla Mysore 2000 Guineas

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Oct 1, 2026, 00:55 IST

Stud Poker enters Thursday's Zavaray S. Poonawalla Mysore 2000 Guineas as the horse to beat, headlining a competitive seven-race card at the Mysore racecourse with no false rails in place.

Stud Poker Headlines Zavaray S. Poonawalla Mysore 2000 Guineas

Stud Poker is set to headline the Zavaray S. Poonawalla Mysore 2000 Guineas 2026, the marquee event of the upcoming race day scheduled for Thursday, October 1. Entering the 1,600-meter contest in fine form, the three-year-old is widely tipped to secure another victory in what promises to be the highlight of the afternoon's proceedings at the Mysore track.

The race card for the day features seven events, with officials confirming that there will be no false rails in place for the races. Alongside the Guineas, the program includes a mix of maiden contests and handicap races, providing a full schedule for racing enthusiasts.

Guineas Contenders and Supporting Card

In the feature race, Stud Poker faces a field of four rivals, including Arc Of Life, Black Irish, Bulletproof, and Seize The Grey. While the competition is set to be stiff, Stud Poker remains the primary focus for racegoers following a strong run of form. The event is slated for a 4:00 p.m. start.

The day’s action kicks off at 2:00 p.m. with the first division of the Original Vel Racing Trophy, where Sigrid, Osaka, and Amber Storm are expected to feature prominently. This is followed by the second division of the Nainital Plate at 2:30 p.m., with Star Symphony, Jailer, and My Solitaire identified as the ones to watch. The first division of the Original Vel Racing Trophy follows at 3:00 p.m., with Moon Oracle, Garzian, and Sensuous leading the market expectations.

Mid-Afternoon and Closing Races

The Hotel RRR Trophy, a 1,400-meter race for horses rated 40 to 65, is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. Zephyrine, Spectacular, and Balgownie are among the key entries for this contest. Following the feature race, the second division of the Nainital Plate takes place at 4:30 p.m., featuring Agera, Star Comet, and Martino.

The final event of the day, the Coorg Plate, is set for 5:00 p.m. over 1,600 meters. The field includes Star Of Light, Alluring Beauty, and Saro Fly. Punters looking for value on the card have been pointed toward Stud Poker as the day’s best bet, while a double is suggested on Star Symphony and Moon Oracle. The race day also offers various pool structures, including a Jackpot starting from the third race, a Mini Jackpot from the fourth, and two separate Treble pools covering races two through four and five through seven.