The Hyderabad Race Club Preview sets the stage for an exhilarating Monday meeting on 13 October, promising a full day of racing excitement at the Malakpet track. With seven competitive races on the card, punters and racing enthusiasts can expect a blend of speed, strategy, and skill, featuring top local trainers, accomplished jockeys, and a strong lineup of contenders. From the early Nizamabad Plate sprints to the goodwood plate, the track is set for a series of tactical showdowns and thrilling finishes that capture the true spirit of Hyderabad racing.
Early Action: Nizamabad Plate Division III
The meeting opens at 1:20 PM with the Nizamabad Plate Division III, a 1200m sprint for Class IV horses rated 20–45, offering ₹6,50,000 in prize money. Leading the lineup is Mexican Wave under jockey Akshay Kumar for trainer K. Satheesh, bringing consistency and early pace. She faces Diligence (J:A. Ashhad Asbar / T:Laxman Singh), See My Attitude (J:Surya Prakash / T:Mir Faiyaz Ali Khan), Faizah (J:Mukesh Kumar / T:Bharath Singh), and Feel The Magic (J:B. Nikhil / T:Magan Singh Parmar), all capable of making an impact in this opening contest.
Building Momentum: Nawab Mehdi Jung Bahadur Memorial Cup Division II
At 1:55 PM, the Memorial Cup Division II over 1100m for horses rated 40–65 and a prize of ₹7,40,000 features Shadow Fax (J:Mukesh Kumar / T:D. Netto) aiming for a commanding lead. Mix The Magic (J:Sonu Kumar / T:Magan Singh Parmar) and Challenger (J:Md. Ekram Alam / T:K. Satheesh) add depth, while Sweet Dancer (J:P. Ajeeth Kumar / T:Ananta Vatsalya) and Bold Beauty (J:Santosh Raj NR / T:Neelesh Rawal) complete a competitive lineup. Expect a fast-paced sprint with tactical riding to decide the final positions.
Rising Competition: Nizamabad Plate Division II
The Nizamabad Plate Division II runs at 2:30 PM over 1200m for Class V horses rated 20–45, also offering ₹6,50,000. Dontblockmyway (J:Sonu Kumar / T:L.D. Silva) looks to control the early pace, challenged by Hoping Star (J:Akshay Kumar / T:Jasbir Singh), Peanut (J:Mukesh Kumar / T:Magan Singh Parmar), Ilene (J:Santosh Raj NR / T:R.H. Sequeira), and Blue Candy (J:Nakhat Singh / T:K. Satheesh). This sprint promises tight finishes where timing and positioning could determine the winner.
Midcard Highlight: Nizamabad Plate Division I
At 3:05 PM, the first division of the Nizamabad Plate, a 1200m sprint for Class IV horses with ₹6,50,000 in stakes, features Knotty Senorita (J:Deepak Singh / T:A. Imran Khan) and Nkalanzinzi (J:B. Nikhil / T:G. Sandeep) as early pacesetters. Tootsie Darling (J:Akshay Kumar / T:L.V.R. Deshmukh), Divine Faith (J:Santosh Raj NR / T:R.H. Sequeira), and Aquatone (J:Mukesh Kumar / T:Bharath Singh) add experience and tactical depth, making positioning crucial in the final furlong.
Honouring Tradition: Nawab Mehdi Jung Bahadur Memorial Cup Division I
The Memorial Cup Division I features a competitive field over 1100m for Class III horses, 5-year-olds and upward, rated 40 to 65, with a ₹7,40,000 prize. Leather Back (J:Rafique SK / T:B. Mukesh Kumar) heads a talented field including Top In Class (J:Sonu Kumar / T:SSF Hassan), Federer (J:P. Ajeeth Kumar / T:Ananta Vatsalya), Coming Home (J:Mukesh Kumar / T:Magan Singh Parmar), and Divine Connection (J:Nakhat Singh / T:K. Satheesh). This race may be decided by early pace and late acceleration, promising a dramatic dash to the finish.
Feature Race: Sikander-E-Azam Plate
The 4:15 PM feature, the Sikander-E-Azam Plate, stretches over 1600m for horses rated 60–85 with a purse of ₹8,40,000. Reigning Beauty (J:Md. Ismail /T:L.D. Silva) and stablemate Livermore (J:Sonu Kumar / T:L.D. Silva) are the favorites, while Celestial (J:A. Ashhad Asbar / T:Laxman Singh), Sugar (J:Afroz Khan / T:R.H. Sequeira), Ode To Nature (J:B. Nikhil / T:Jasbir Singh), and Walking Thunder (J:Akshay Kumar / T:L.V.R. Deshmukh) make it a tactically rich field for bettors and enthusiasts alike.
Closing Mile: Goodwood Plate
Finally, the Goodwood Plate at 4:50 PM, rated up to 25 over 1600m for a prize of ₹5,00,000, features Secret Option (J:A. Ashhad Asbar / T:A. Imran Khan) leading a competitive field. City Cruise (J:Nakhat Singh / T:K. Satheesh), Battle On (J:Ajay Kumar / T:K.S.V. Prasad Raju), Muaser (J:P. Ajeeth Kumar / T:Ananta Vatsalya), and Hoping High (J:Gaurav Singh / T:Jasbir Singh) round out a strong closing mile, where finishing speed may determine the winner.
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