Opening Salvos and Maiden Starters
The curtain rises with the Kothagudem Plate, a 1200-meter sprint for maiden 3-year-olds where emerging names like Equine Power (P. Sai Kumar for K.S.V. Prasad Raju) and State Man (Mukesh Kumar for Magan Singh Parmar) seek to claim their first career victory. A winners’ purse of ₹5,51,250 is on offer, setting an immediate competitive tone.
Next up at 1:05 pm is the P. M. Bokdawalla Memorial Cup (Division – II), run over 1400 meters with a ₹3,33,000 prize and a trophy worth ₹20,000. Noteworthy names include Diablo (P. Sai Kumar), Trishul (Surya Prakash), and Miss Marvellous (Shivansh), with trainers like L.V.R. Deshmukh and L. D’Silva eyeing an early feature win.
Middle Card Momentum
The pace holds steady as the Hyderabad Plate goes to post at 1:35 pm. With ₹3,78,000 for the winner, proven types such as Berrettini (A. Imran Khan) and Maverick (D. Netto) could set the tone in this sharp 1200-meter dash.
The 1400-meter Anab E Shahi Plate (Division – II) at 2:05 pm raises the stakes further. Expect fireworks from Siddharth (P. Trevor), High Command (Kuldeep Singh Jr.), and Black Onyx (Mukesh Kumar), all of whom carry strong form into this closely packed handicap.
At 2:40 pm, older contenders line up for the Bakhtawar Plate (Division – II), a 1200-meter sprint for 5-year-olds and above. Stalwarts like Top In Class (Mukesh Kumar) and Assured Success (Kuldeep Singh Sr.) look to assert dominance, while longshots like Fashion Icon could add value for shrewd bettors.
Feature Attractions and Trophy Clashes
The energy builds into the day’s headlining features. At 3:15 pm, the P. M. Bokdawalla Memorial Cup (Division – I) will see contenders like True Icon (P. Ajeeth Kumar), Cherie Chevalier (Suraj Narredu), and Newfound Glory (Ajay Kumar) battle for prestige and prize.
Just after, the Anab E Shahi Plate (Division – I) takes center stage at 3:50 pm. The line-up features an intriguing mix of runners, including Akido (R.S. Jodha) and the consistent Ode To Nature (Mohit Singh), both looking to outshine strong rivals like Ashoka and Lashka—the latter under top rider P. Trevor.
Falaknuma Cup Headlines Late Action
The day’s second last contest is the highly anticipated Falaknuma Cup at 4:25 pm. This 1600-meter handicap with a trophy tag of ₹20,000 promises intense middle-distance drama. Racing Ruler (Suraj Narredu) brings class to the fray, while Alpine Girl and Perfect Light may challenge late with closing bursts.
The day draws to a close with the Bakhtawar Plate (Division – I) at 5:00 pm. Speedsters like Inderdhanush (Md. Ismail), Sangreal (Suraj Narredu), and Cosmic (Mukesh Kumar) lock horns in what’s expected to be a closely contested finish to a vibrant day at the Hyderabad racing circuit.
Looking Ahead
Day 3 of the Hyderabad Monsoon Races 2025 showcases not just stamina and speed but the strategic finesse of jockey-trainer pairings. With monsoon showers adding a layer of unpredictability, racegoers are in for a thoroughly engaging afternoon at one of India’s most storied tracks. For past coverage and feature previews, check our Bangalore Summer 2025 race updates and the Indian Racing Calendar 2025.
