The fourth day of the Pune Meeting at the Royal Western India Turf Club’s Pune Racecourse promises a full afternoon of thrilling action on August 16, 2025, with seven events that showcase a mix of maiden specials, handicap races, and competitive terms races. Racing kicks off at 2:00 p.m., with the finale scheduled for 5:00 p.m., giving enthusiasts a chance to witness a spectrum of racing talent across varied distances.
Early Afternoon Sparks: The Golden Guest Plate & Mysore Race Club Trophy
The day opens with The Golden Guest Plate, a class V contest over 1000 metres for Indian horses aged four and above, rated 1–26. The field includes Mirae (J: A. Sandesh / T: Narendra Lagad), Youre Gorgeous (J: V. R Jagadeesh / T: B. Prithviraj), Moment of Madness (J: Ramswarup / T: Rehanullah Khan), and We Still Believe (J: Aditya Waydande / T: S. Waheed), all vying for an early advantage on the track.
Soon after, The Mysore Race Club Trophy at 2:30 p.m. stretches to 2000 metres, featuring horses rated 80 and above. Notable contenders include Ruling Dynasty (J: Ramswarup / T: Aman Atlaf Hussain), Golden Kingdom (J: Antony Raj S. / T: Nirad Karanjawala), Thalassa (J: A. Sandesh / T: Faisal A. Abbas), and Regal Command (J: N. S Parmar / T: Karthik Ganapathy). This feature early in the card tests stamina and strategy, setting the tone for the afternoon.
Middle Legs: Janardhan Salver & Su Chaliyo Plate
At 3:00 p.m., the Janardhan Salver offers a 1400-metre, class IV handicap for Indian horses rated 20–46. The competitive lineup includes Liam (J: P. Trevor / T: Nazzak B Chenoy), Empower (J: T. S Jodha / T: Nazzak B Chenoy), Finch (J: Bhawani Singh / T: Vinesh), Howlin Wolf (J: N. S Parmar / T: M. K Jadhav), Key Largo (J: Prashant P. Dhebe / T: M. K Jadhav), and You (J: Aditya Waydande / T: Imtiaz A. Sait), promising an intense contest for early bragging rights.
The Su Chaliyo Plate follows at 3:30 p.m., spanning 1200 metres for 3-year-olds rated 20–46. Miracle of Hanukah (J: Akshay Gaikwad / T: Aman Atlaf Hussain), Timeless Fortune (J: Yash Narredu / T: M. Narredu), Bezalel (J: A. Sandesh / T: Karthik Ganapathy), Victorious Omen (J: Mukesh Kumar / T: S. Waheed), and Ministry of Time (J: T. S Jodha / T: Aman Atlaf Hussain) line up for a dash of speed and competitive edge on the turf.
The F. D Wadia Trophy at Pune
The highlight of the day, the F. D Wadia Trophy at Pune, takes centre stage at 4:00 p.m. This grade III event over 1400 metres for 3-year-old horses promises a clash of talent, speed, and stamina. Horses to watch include:
- Matisse (J: P. Trevor / T: Pesi Shroff)
- Bishop (J: A. Prakash / T: Pesi Shroff)
- Money Bags (J: Antony Raj S. / T: Prasanna Kumar P.)
- Social Butterfly (J: A. Sandesh / T: Dallas Todywalla)
- Fourth Wing (J: Yash Narredu / T: Aman Atlaf Hussain)
- Darcy (J: Vivek G. / T: Faisal A. Abbas)
With horses blending proven speed and promising potential, this race is poised to provide thrilling finishes and tactical battles across the stretch. Fans will keenly follow as these contenders vie for the prestigious title.
Closing Stages: Magansingh P. Jodha Trophy & Waves of Glory Plate
Sprinters take over at 4:30 p.m. for the Magansingh P. Jodha Trophy, a 1400-metre turf maiden claimer. Notable entries include Crimson Pirate (J: Kirtish Bhagat / T: Pesi Shroff), Ember Tower (J: V. R Jagadeesh / T: B. Prithviraj), Enforcer (J: Yash Narredu / T: M. Narredu), Key West (J: Prashant P. Dhebe / T: M. K Jadhav), and Seina (J: C. Umesh / T: James E Mckeown), setting the stage for sprinting fireworks.
The day concludes with the Waves of Glory Plate at 5:00 p.m., covering 1200 metres with Alpha Gene (J: S. Mosin / T: Ivor Fernandes), Red Merlot (J: A. Prakash / T: Narendra Lagad), Northern Singer (J: Avinash Paswan / T: Narendra Lagad), Lion King (J: Aditya Waydande / T: Shazaan Shah), and Falsetto (J: T. S Jodha / T: Behram Cama). A competitive finale ensuring the crowd departs on a high note.
Across the full spectrum of races and class levels, the Royal Western India Turf Club promises an afternoon of unmissable action, showcasing top Indian thoroughbreds, tactical riding, and exciting finishes for racing fans and experts alike.
