Results – Kolkata

COPERNICUS (P S Chouhan) and BIZARRO (App Md Azharuddin) were slow to begin.

AMBROSE (Suraj Narredu) was fractious in its stall. SECRET BUILDER (Vinay Jaiswal) was slow to begin. Jockey Suraj Narredu, the rider of AMBROSE, reported that approximately from about the 600 metre marker his mount failed to accelerate in spite of his best efforts. His explanation was noted. Jockey A Ashhad Asbar, the rider of MURLOUGH BAY, reported that his mount was inclined to hang ‘out’ for the greater part of the race. Tr. R W Alford was advised to take appropriate corrective measures. App Ranidan Singh, the rider of ANTONIUS MAXIMUS, was fined a sum of Rs. 2,000/- for failing to exercise proper control over his mount in that on entering the straight he allowed his mount to shift ‘outwards’ thereby causing inconvenience REAL PRESENCE (C Alford) AND LEGENDOFTHEPHOENIX (David Allan) making progress on his outside. The apprentice was once again advised to report to Jockey Coach Mr. P Alford for appropriate guidance.

JORELL (Vinay Jaiswal) was very fractious and refused to be stalled. Under the circumstances the gelding was withdrawn before coming under Starter’s orders. The Starting Stall Certificate has been revoked by the Starter. XIMORE (A Sandesh) and SPICE GIRL (I Khan) were fractious in its stall. YOKUMOKU (Dashrath Singh) was slow to begin. An enquiry was held immediately after running of the race with particular reference to the start of ch g AUBERON (drawn 5). After due enquiry it was found that immediately after the start was given the bridle used on AUBERON (Russell Xaviers) came off causing the rider to be unseated resulting in the gelding finishing the course rider less. Subsequently the ‘All Clear’ signal was permitted to be hoisted. HAYMAKER (Arshad Alam) jumped awkwardly ‘outwards’ from the gates and soon after was tightened for room due to the crowding of the field. Mr. D M David when afforded an opportunity to explain the improved performance of his charge EARNEST RULER (App Md. Azharuddin) as compared to its previous run in Race No. 99 held on 1st January, 2016 stated that :- a) The form of the gelding had been good except for its last run in Race No. 99. b) In Race No. 99 the colt was unfortunately slow to begin. c) In this race it took a level jump and thereafter was able to find a favourable position in the early part of the race. d) It was now running in its ideal distance of 1600 metres. The Stipendiary Stewards while noting his explanations informed him that it was his duty to ensure that his charges run with a degree of consistency.

For failing to declare a Jockey in respect of his charge STAR ROUTE, an acceptor in the above race, Tr. Vijay Singh was fined a sum of Rs. 2,500/-. Subsequently the colt was permitted to be withdrawn. BALVENIE (Dashrath Singh) was fractious in its stall. FABIENNE (P S Chouhan) which was fractious in its stall was slow to begin. SOGNO RIVER (A Ashhad Asbar) which was slow to begin ran detached from the field. Tr. R W Alford was informed not to accept with his charge until it was capable of a better performance.

b f STEVALENA, a declared starter in the above race was examined by the Veterinary Officer at about 11.25 A.M. and found to be lame on right fore. Under the circumstances the filly was withdrawn on veterinary grounds. Tr. Bharath Singh was informed not to accept with his charge until certified fit by the Veterinary Officer. CAPTAIN COOK (P Trevor), DESERT GOD (David Allan) and FLY WITH THE WIND (App Munna Alam) were slow to begin.

NOVERRO (Dashrath Singh) was fractious while being stalled. GRAND DESIGN (Surjeet Singh) and SEAFARER (Imran Chisty) were slow to begin. CRONOS (Arshad Alam) fly jumped out from the gates. MAKE WAY FOR ME (A Sandesh) travelling on the rails drifted ‘outwards’ under pressure passing the distance post. The Veterinary Officer reported that FLAVIUS returned bleeding from both nostrils. Tr. Vijay Singh was informed not to accept with his charge until certified fit by the Veterinary Officer.

For accepting with his charge FOREST HILLS while under medication, Tr. J E Mckeown was fined a sum of Rs. 2,000/-. Subsequently the colt was permitted to be withdrawn. MONSIEUR STRAUSS (App Ranidan Singh) was very fractious and refused to be stalled. Under the circumstances the gelding was withdrawn before coming under Starters orders. The Starting Stall Certificate has been revoked by the Starter. BONGANI (Rajinder Singh) was fractious in its stall. CLAYMORE (P S Chouhan) was slow to begin.