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Zuccaro Headlines President of India Gold Cup Field in Saturday’s Race Card

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Sep 19, 2026, 01:15 IST

The unbeaten six-year-old gelding Zuccaro enters Saturday’s President of India Gold Cup as the clear favorite, aiming to extend his winning streak to six in the feature event of the day’s racing schedule.

Zuccaro Headlines President of India Gold Cup Field in Saturday’s Race Card

The spotlight at Saturday’s race meeting falls firmly on the President of India Gold Cup, where the six-year-old gelding Zuccaro looks to maintain his remarkable momentum. Having remained undefeated in his last five outings, Zuccaro enters the 2,400-meter feature event as the horse to beat, with recent morning trials suggesting he is in peak condition to secure another victory.

The field for the Grade II contest is set to challenge the favorite, with Duke of Tuscany and Ramiel among the primary contenders looking to disrupt Zuccaro’s winning streak. The race, scheduled for 4:15 p.m., serves as the centerpiece of a competitive day of racing that features a full card of events.

Supporting Races and Key Contenders

Beyond the feature event, the race card offers a variety of tests across different categories. The Totaram’s Cup, a 1,200-meter Category I race, is expected to be a highlight, with One N Only identified as the day’s best prospect for punters. The field also includes notable runners such as Uchchaihshravas and Celestial, who are expected to push for the top spots.

The day’s action begins with the Rock of Gibraltar Plate, a maiden race for three-year-olds, where French Lieutenant, My Touch, and Bella’s Touch are tipped to lead the field. The Falaknuma Trophy will be contested in two divisions, with Cosmic Gift and Materiality expected to feature in the second division, while She’s A Bomb and La Quinta are the ones to watch in the first division.

Final Card Details and Betting Structure

The afternoon concludes with the Nelston Plate, a 1,600-meter race for four-year-olds and upward. Quintessential, Hoping High, and Onslaught are currently favored to round out the day’s proceedings. Organizers have structured a comprehensive betting program for the day, including a Jackpot covering the second through sixth races, a Mini Jackpot for the final four events, and a Treble format split into two segments.