KerryGold, Winsangel, and Enola Holmes Shine on Thrilling Day at Calcutta Monsoon Races

Kolkata, August 20, 2025 — Cheers, sighs, and applause echoed around the stands as six competitive races unfolded in the latest edition of the Calcutta Monsoon Races. From a breathtaking juvenile dash to the dramatic Vajra Handicap finale, the afternoon was a true showcase of speed, strategy, and split-second brilliance that left punters and fans enthralled.

The crowd at the historic Kolkata track watched an electric day of racing, where big names delivered, underdogs fought hard, and trainers and jockeys celebrated emotional wins.

Winsangel Opens the Day at Calcutta Monsoon Races

The opening contest, The Select Handicap (1200m), set the tone for the day. Winsangel, trained by B. Mahesh and ridden confidently by Imran Chisty, produced a polished performance to storm home first in 1:14.568.

Trailing closely was NRI Fantasy, guided by jockey A. Ashhad Asbar for trainer Vikash Jaiswal, who clocked 1:14.676. Third place went to I Smell the Danger under Vishal N. Bunde for trainer Sabeel Shariff. Owned by Mrs. Sreya Bose, Mrs. S. Dhanalakshmi, Mr. Sribash Poddar, and Mr. B. Mahesh, Winsangel’s opening win drew early cheers from the grandstand, setting the rhythm for an action-packed afternoon.

True Faith Shines in Hovercraft Handicap at Calcutta Monsoon Races

In The Hovercraft Handicap (1600m), the versatile True Faith lived up to expectations. Partnered by jockey Neeraj Rawal and trained by Neil Darashah, the gelding surged ahead late to stop the clock at 1:39.984.

Jahzara, trained by Bharath Singh and ridden by R. Vaibhav, ran gamely for second in 1:41.161, while Sea Eagle, trained by Neil Darashah and ridden by Arul J.H., claimed third in 1:42.291. The victory added another feather to the cap of owners Mrs. Anneka Darashah, Mr. Hemant S. Dharnidharka, Mr. Cowas Dorab Bajan, and Mr. S. Roopesh.

Pantazi Dominates Betbricks7 Juvenile Sprint at Calcutta Monsoon Races

The crowd came alive for the day’s third event, The Betbricks7 Calcutta Juvenile Sprint (1100m), reserved for promising three-year-olds. Pantazi, under an ice-cool ride from P. Trevor and trained by Aashay Doctor, displayed class and acceleration, finishing in 1:05.751.

Stablemate Star Pride, also trained by Aashay Doctor and ridden by P. Tejeshwar, came in second at 1:09.299. The impressive win for Pantazi, owned by Mrs. Menaka Gupta, Mr. Vishal Doctor, Mr. Kamal J. Doctor, Mr. Viral Devkumar Doctor, and Mr. Achuthan Siddharth, sparked loud cheers from connections in the paddock.

KerryGold Shines in Betbricks7 Rising Stars Handicap

At 4:00 p.m., the Betbricks7 Rising Stars Handicap (1100m, Class IV) witnessed one of the afternoon’s most decisive victories. KerryGold, trained by Neil Darashah and partnered by Arul J.H., controlled the pace and never looked threatened, clocking 1:08.444 for an effortless win.

Honey Cake (trained by Shafiq Khan, ridden by Md. Sameer) followed in 1:08.685, with Jean Lafette (trained by B. Mahesh, ridden by Hasib Alam) taking third in 1:09.464. Owned by Manjri Horse Breeder’s Farm Pvt Ltd and Mr. Amitesh Singh, KerryGold’s smooth victory confirmed his growing reputation as one to watch.

Main Street Powers Home in Betbricks7 Play and Win Handicap

In the penultimate event, Main Street, expertly piloted by P. Trevor for trainer Arti Doctor, captured The Betbricks7 Play and Win Handicap (1400m, Class II) in a thrilling finish, stopping the clock at 1:25.600.

Snowpiercer (ridden by A. Ashhad Asbar, trained by Patrick Quinn) was narrowly denied, finishing second in 1:25.674, while King of Mafia (ridden by Imran Chisty, trained by B. Mahesh) claimed third in 1:25.736. The winner carried the colours of proud owner Mr. Kersi H. Vachha.

Enola Holmes Closes the Show in Vajra Handicap

The final race, The Vajra Handicap (1400m), wrapped up the day with a thrilling display of finishing speed. Enola Holmes, trained by Neil Darashah and ridden by Neeraj Rawal, produced a perfectly timed run to seize victory in 1:27.082.

Wonderful (ridden by R. Vaibhav, trained by B. Mahesh) finished a strong second in 1:27.518, followed by Chililady (ridden by Md. Sameer, trained by Shafiq Khan) in 1:28.177. Owned by Manjri Horse Breeder’s Farm Pvt Ltd, Enola Holmes’ success brought the curtain down on a spectacular day of racing at the Kolkata track.

A Day to Remember at Calcutta Monsoon Races

From start to finish, the Calcutta Monsoon Races on August 20, 2025 delivered storylines to remember — hard-fought duels, brilliant finishes, and standout performances from both seasoned champions and rising stars.

With Neil Darashah leading the training honours, P. Trevor and Neeraj Rawal splitting the riding spoils, and KerryGold and Enola Holmes dazzling on the turf, this meeting will be remembered as one of the season’s highlights.

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