Results – Kolkata

DON MAGNIFICO (App Rajesh Ujgare, drawn 6) and ETERNAL INSTINCT (Kishore Kadam, drawn 7) made contact with each other when GORGEOUS GIRL (App Munna Alam, drawn 5) jumped awkwardly ‘outwards’ from the gates. The Veterinary Officer reported that DON MAGNIFICO returned bleeding from both nostrils. Tr. E Bhungard was informed not to accept with his charge until certified fit by the Sr. Veterinary Officer.

Soon after the start SILVERINA (Y S Srinath, drawn 2) was inconvenienced when STAR SYMPHONY (Shailesh Shinde, drawn 1) shifted ‘outwards’, thereafter, passing the 1000 metres marker SILVERINA stumbled when running into the heels of DANDIFIED (C Alford).

DIVINE SYMPHONY (Nelson Maseyk) was fractious while being stalled. RAPPADAN GLORY (App Rajinder Singh) which was fractious in its stall was slow to begin. AMIKA (Y S Srinath) was slow to begin. Jockey Y S Srinath, the rider of AMIKA, when afforded an opportunity to explain the running of his mount stated that the filly jumped tardily out of the gates and thereafter it was hemmed in due to the crowding of the field. However, during the final 300 metres when given a clear run the filly failed to respond to his urgings. He further added that in his opinion the high humidity level may have hampered the filly’s performance. Ms. Arti Doctor, the trainer, when questioned stated that the filly returned without a sign of any sweat on its coat and that this could be the reason for its dismal performance. The Stipendiary Stewards noted their explanations.

Prior to the running of the race Tr. R Gowli informed the Stipendiary Stewards that his charge ch g ACCURATE would be ridden in check till as late as possible. His instructions were noted. TASVEER (B Srinivas Rao) which was fractious in its stall was slow to begin. MESMERIZER (Shezad Khan) was slow to begin. STUPID CUPID (Md Imran) which shifted ‘inwards’ soon after the start and bumped RAZMADEN (App Rajinder Singh), thereafter, ricocheted ‘outwards’ and bumped ARROW IN AUTO MODE (B Mahesh). Jockey Md Imran was shown the CCTV replay of the race and advised to approach Jockey Coach Mr. P Alford for corrective measures. The Veterinary Officer reported that RAZMADEN (App Rajinder Singh) and ARROW IN AUTO MODE (B Mahesh) returned with bleeding cut injuries on their right fore and right hind respectively.

EROS (App Vikash Tamang) which was fractious in its stall was slow to begin. Jockey C Alford, the rider of AMERICAN PIE, when afforded an opportunity to explain the running of his mount stated that he was instructed to lead the field from the start. However, approaching the 600 metres he was marginally inconvenienced by RIVER PRIDE (Md Islam) which was making progress on his outside and thereafter despite his best efforts the gelding failed to accelerate. His explanation was noted. Jockey Melvyn Maseyk, the rider of SECRET WHISPERS, was fined a sum of Rs. 5,000/- for the indiscriminate and excessive use of the whip. The Jockey was further cautioned that repetition would entail him to severe disciplinary action.

FLASH (Y S Srinath) arrived late to the start and was fractious inside its stall. CRINA (Mohit Singh) was fractious in its stall. ALTANZA (Shailesh Shinde) AND PERSIAN JEWELS (Kishore Kadam) were slow to begin. Jockey Y S Srinath, the rider of b f FLASH, when afforded an opportunity to explain the running of his mount stated that the filly was very fractious and disturbed while proceeding to the starting gates appearing to have lost most of her energy before the start of the race, which in his opinion was the reason for her performance. Ms. Arti Doctor, the trainer of the filly, when questioned stated that the filly had behaved well during the hours of morning track work and during the practice session at the gate. However, in her opinion, the difference of weight between FLASH and the other 3 year olds was the main reason for the filly’s failure to perform better. The Stipendiary Stewards noted their explanations.

The head piece on the bridle of CEE FOUR broke at the starting gate. As there was insufficient time to change the equipment, the gelding was withdrawn before coming under the Starter’s orders. Subsequent examination revealed that the equipment was otherwise well maintained, as such, no action beyond noting the incident, was taken. COMBINED OPERATION (App Arman Khan) was fractious while being stalled. STAR OF ROSES (Md Imran) which was fractious in its stall was slow to begin. PIRATEER (Amandeep Singh) which was fractious in its stall, planted and took no practical part in the race. The Starting Stall Certificate has been revoked by the Starter. SCHWARZENEGGER (Afzal Khan) which was very fractious in its stall, was slow to begin losing considerable ground at the start. In view of its behaviour Tr. Vikash Jaiswal was informed not to accept with his charge until shown to the satisfaction of the Starter in a mock race. ZOFFANY (C Alford) which was fractious in its stall, was slow to begin.