Results – Pune

Before the horses were brought into the Paddock for the first race, the Veterinary Officer on duty at the Saddling Enclosure reported that there were certain discrepancies wherein the Brand Marks and Microchip number was not in conformity in respect of gr f TOBASCO presented by Trainer Mansoor Shah at the Saddling Enclosure. The matter was reported to the Stewards, who deliberated on the matter and directed that TOBASCO be withdrawn from the race. Subsequently, on going through the records, it was found that the horse that was presented by Trainer Mansoor Shah was identified as gr f SUZI Q which is under the care and charge of Tr.Shazaan Shah. In view of this, Trainer Mansoor Shah and Trainer Shazaan Shah were questioned by the Stewards after the last race and having heard them, the Stipendiary Stewards were directed to hold a detailed enquiry in the matter and submit a report. On arrival at the start, HIGHLAND EMPRESS (A.Sandesh) was examined by the Club’s V.O. who certified the filly fit to race. At the start, SKY BEAUTY (S. A. Amit, dr.6) jumped outwards on to HIGHLAND EMPRESS (A. Sandesh, dr.7) and had to be steadied. Soon after the start, SKY BEAUTY (S. A. Amit) was observed to have taken an awkward stride. Approaching 200 metres, WHITEWALKER (Sandeep Jadhav) shifted out and at the same time JOPLIN (P.S.Chouhan) leaned inwards thereby tightening HIGHLAND EMPRESS (A.Sandesh). Jockey Sandeep Jadhav has been cautioned.