Results – Delhi

At the start BLUE TIGER (App. Vivek G) lost about one length. Veterinary examination of BLUE TIGER did not reveal any apparent abnormality.

KAFTAN ( R Rakesh) was slowly away at the start, losing about two lengths. Trainer A Khan and Jockey CS Jodha were questioned regarding the running and riding of ASHWA HAITHER. Trainer A Khan stated that he had instructed Jockey CS Jodha to settle the horse in fourth position and to do his best in the straight. When asked about his observation he stated that jockey had followed his instructions and felt that if he had sat little closer, would have been better however he was satisfied with jockey’s riding. Jockey CS Jodha confirmed the instructions and stated that he had followed the instructions and done his best, race replay was shown and it was pointed out that at about 800meters he had given long lead to the three front runners and which had costed him the race as the verdict was only a head between the winner and himself. Further even in straight his riding was not vigorous as per his caliber, jockey CS Jodha stated that his horse was not responding and in the final stages the front runners were dropping and therefore it looked that he gained ground further since he had settled his mount in early part his mount kept gaining the ground. Not being satisfied with the explanation of the jockey the matter was reported to the stewards. The Stewards after the last race considered the Stipendiary Stewards report and viewed the replay of the race and having heard explanation by trainer A Khan and Jockey CS Jodha, were not satisfied with the jockey’s submission and held him guilty of INCOMPETENT RIDING wherein he created a considerable gap with the front runners in a 1100 meters race and were also of the opinion that he had not ridden vigorously in the straight , which deprived his mount a winner’s position as the verdict was of a head between him and the winner. The Stewards deliberated and decided to fine a sum of Rs. 20,000/- to jockey CS Jodha for INCOMPETENT RIDING. Trainer A Khan was cautioned to give more clear and specific instructions for advantage of horses in the future. Jockey CS Jodha was reminded of his right to appeal. After the race, MERCI BEAUCOUP ( App. Vivek G) was observed to have broken a blood vessel and is not to race for a stipulated period of 8 weeks (2nd time). Trainer Magan Singh has been asked to obtain a veterinary certificate of fitness prior to his charge being presented for any future trial or race.

After the race, DHATOORA (App.Vivek G) and DELUXE (Dhanu S Deora) were observed to have broken a blood vessel and are not to race for a stipulated period of 4 weeks (1st time). Trainers Richpal Singh and VS Parmar have been asked to obtain a veterinary certificate of fitness prior to their respective charge being presented for any future trial or race.

At the start, MIDNIGHT HAWK (R Rakesh) was slowly away and lost about two lengths. At the start, QUEEN OF THE SKY (Jai Prakash) was slowly away and lost about three lengths. Trainer HA Khan and Jockey Riazuddin were questioned regarding running and riding of MASTER ZENZYETA .Trainer stated that he had instructed the Jockey to settle the horse in fourth/fifth position and to ride out hands and heels and not to use the whip unless it is required since this horse is a roarer. Jockey confirmed the instructions. When asked, Trainer stated that jockey had followed his instructions and he does not take any objection to his riding. Jockey was asked to explain his riding as to why he kept wide course throughout the race and did not ride out vigorously in the straight, to which he stated that his mount was hanging out inspite of his efforts and he has done his best as instructed. Not being satisfied with their explanations they were reported to the Stewards. The Stewards after the last race , took note of the explanation tendered by the trainer and the jockey, considering the Stipendiary Stewards report and also having viewed the replay of the race, were of the opinion that both Trainer and Jockey were responsible for UNSATISFACTORY RUNNING AND RIDING of their horse MASTER ZENZYETA. The Stewards deliberated and decided: a) To suspend jockey Riazuddin licence for a period covering 06 race days i.e 26th April and 29th April 2022 (both days inclusive) further if he applies for a jockey license for the season 2022/2023 it may be recommended to the Stewards of the club. However it will remain suspended for the first four race days of racing season 2022/2023 (permitted to ride work/ mock race). b) To fine Trainer HA Khan a sum of Rs. 20,000/- . Veterinary examination of MASTER ZENZYETA did not reveal any apparent abnormality.

At the start, GOLDEN GUINEA (R Yousaf) was slowly away and lost about two lengths. At the start DARING (App. Vivek G) was withdrawn before coming under starters order as the horse was extremely fractious and refused to be loaded. Trainer Zulfiqar Khan has been asked to give sufficient gate practice to the satisfaction of the starter before next accepting to race. Jockey Akash Rajput (GIRL POWER) reported that at about 1100 meters blinkers were loosened and passing 800 meters blinkers came off and the bridle was also loosened thus making it difficult to ride out his mount. Trainer Imdad Ali Khan was find Rs 3,000/- for using a faulty equipment on GIRL POWER and was cautioned for the future. Trainer HA Khan was fined Rs 5,000/- for bringing his charge RAXION late into the paddock when the field had reached the starting gate.