The Mysore Race Club gears up for an exhilarating seven-race card on 26 September 2025, promising a thrilling afternoon of turf action from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. With competitive fields across all seven races, racing enthusiasts can expect a showcase of both emerging talent and seasoned performers. At the heart of this card is the Mysore 1000 Guineas 2025, a Grade III feature race for three-year-olds that has already caught the eyes of punters and trainers alike.
The Valaroso Plate: Class IV Contest Sets the Tone
The meeting opens with the Class IV Valaroso Plate at 2:00 pm, covering 2000 meters with a total prize money of ₹4,50,000. Sundance Kid, guided by jockey A. R. Pradeep and trainer K. Purshotham, will face stiff competition from Unforgettable Star (Suraj Narredu/Rajesh Narredu) and Ceremonial (Antony Raj S/Arjun Mangalorkar). Supreme Success, ridden by Vinod Shinde and trained by V. Lokanath, adds depth to the field. Early insights suggest that stamina and strategic positioning will be key on the long Mysore turf track.
The Son of the Light Plate: Quick Wits Prevail?
At 2:30 pm, the 1400m Son of the Light Plate unfolds, open to horses rated 0–25 with prize money of ₹3,75,000. Quick Witted (Ankit Pal/Mansoor Khan) appears primed to challenge the rest, while Run Happy Run, Forest View, My Life My Rules, and Warrior Woman add strong tactical variety. Outsiders such as Gentleman’s Word, Natural Fly, and Dark Chocolate could upset the balance if the pace favors them.
Jayanagara Plate: Sprinting Stakes at 1200m
The 3:00 pm Jayanagara Plate, also a Class IV race with 1200m to cover, sees D Roman Power (Salman Khan/Bipin V. Salvi) and Flying Falcon (Anil Baandal/Bipin V. Salvi) as potential frontrunners. Sheer Bliss, Sunway Lagoon, and other contenders like Baltimore, Meghann, and Empress Bella promise a fast-paced sprint that may reward the sharp starters.
The Maj. Sardar L. Mahadevaiah Memorial Trophy: Class III Challenge
By 3:30 pm, the Class III Maj. Sardar L. Mahadevaiah Memorial Trophy offers a 1200m sprint with ₹5,75,000 at stake. Square Cut (A Ramu/Ranjeet Shinde) and Ocean (Antony Raj S/CD Monnappa) lead a field including Time for Victory, Natural Warrior, Jasmine, Sherouk, Biometric, and Falcon Fury. Form and gate draw could prove decisive in this highly competitive encounter.
The Mysore 1000 Guineas 2025: Feature Race Spotlight
The highlight of the day, Mysore 1000 Guineas 2025, starts at 4:00 pm over 1600m, exclusively for three-year-olds with a lucrative prize pool of ₹32,49,000. Aashirvad (Hindu Singh/CD Monnappa) brings proven consistency, while Devate (K. Mukesh Kumar/Pillay JS) and Fourth Wing (P. Trevor/Aman A. Hussain) offer strong finishing kicks. Indian Brocade (Suraj Narredu/Rajesh Narredu) and Kiss of Grey (Yash Narredu/Satish Narredu) complete a lineup that promises high drama. Observers note that pacing and jockey tactics will be crucial as this field navigates the middle-distance demands of Mysore turf.
B. Appaya Memorial Trophy: Ratings Above 60
The 4:30 pm M. B. Appaya Memorial Trophy sees horses rated 60+ vie over 1400m with ₹7,00,000 on offer. Power of Beauty (Antony Raj S/K. Pradeep Annaiah), Kanya Rashi (Hindu Singh/Vinesh V. Naik), and Confident Game (Vinod Shinde/Helleal Moses R) headline a field also including Mazal Tov, Spectacular, Shershaah, Auspicious Queen, and Nevada Gold. The contest promises fireworks as seasoned runners test each other in tactical battles.
The Haveri Plate: Closing Sprint
The meeting concludes at 5:00 pm with the 1200m Haveri Plate, Class III, offering ₹5,75,000. Grace (Suhas K/K. Aditya), Mandolin (Noorulla/Helleal Moses R), and Court Jester (Faiz/CD Monnappa) are strong frontrunners, while Moonlight Queen, Silver Days Again, and the outsiders Ignorance is Bliss, Vardaan, and Born Dancer add suspense. This race is likely to produce a fast, thrilling finish, leaving punters on the edge until the last furlong.
As the Mysore 1000 Guineas 2025 takes center stage, the 26 September card at Mysore Race Club promises an afternoon of strategic sprints, mid-distance tests, and compelling narratives from both emerging and experienced horses.
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