The historic Royal Western India Turf Club (RWITC) in Pune prepares to host an engaging special race day on Friday, October 24, 2025, with eight competitive events lined up. The meeting promises not only tactical battles between experienced trainers but also the emergence of fresh contenders ready to make their mark.
From the first bell at 1:30 p.m. to the final dash at dusk, the Pune Race Preview 2025 is expected to draw attention from punters and fans alike, as well-bred horses clash over varying distances and conditions.
A.J. Wadia Plate – Promising Starters to Begin the Afternoon
The opening event of the day at 1:30 pm, the A.J. Wadia Plate, brings together a set of promising runners in Class V (1–26), competing over 1400 metres for a purse of ₹5,00,000. Trainer Narendra Lagad fields Yuletide, partnered by jockey Mustakim Alam, a consistent galloper looking for her breakthrough. The Lagad camp faces strong opposition from Lion King (C. Umesh up for Shazaan Shah) and Madison from Nirad Karanjawala’s yard. The versatile Marlboro Man, ridden by Antony Raj S for Subhag Singh, along with Anaira and Moment of Madness, round up a competitive field — one that should set the tone for the day’s contests.
Speedsters Line Up in The Maddox Plate
At 2:00 pm, The pace quickens in the Maddox Plate, a Class IV sprint over 1000 metres carrying ₹5,50,000. This race may well test raw speed and balance, featuring Aries (Bharat Singh up for Vinesh) who has been knocking on the door lately. The experienced Foxy, guided by ace jockey A. Sandesh for Behram Cama, looks like a serious threat, while Akitania (Ritesh Gochhi up) from J.E. McKeown’s stables adds intrigue. Among others, Rafael (trained by Adhirajsingh Jodha) and You from the Imtiaz Sait yard make it a field where the early pace will dictate the result.
To The Manor Born Plate (Div I) – A Young Brigade Assembles
The third race at 2:30 pm, To The Manor Born Plate (Div I) for three-year-olds, over 1400 metres with a rich stake of ₹12,00,000, features some of the most promising juveniles of the Pune season. Adhirajsingh Jodha holds a strong hand with Claude, Jaisalmer, and Machiavellian, a trio that has shown steady progress in morning trials. They will be challenged by Narendra Lagad’s Majesticus, Renoir from P. Shroff’s stable, and American Eagle trained by Shazaan Shah. Expect this one to produce a few names that might dominate the winter circuit in Mumbai.
Shamu Chavan Salver (Div II) – Middle-Distance Specialists Take Stage
As the clock ticks past 3:00 p.m., the Shamu Chavan Salver (Div II) brings together a competitive field of Class IV runners over 1600 metres for ₹5,50,000. Bohemian Rhapsody, from Hosidar Daji’s yard, stands out for her recent improvement. Absolute Gorgeous under R. Ajinkya and Beyond Stars (Mukesh Kumar up) look to make an impression. Narendra Lagad’s Come September, Adhirajsingh Jodha’s Sands of Dubai, and Jagger from Behram Cama’s yard add depth to what could be a tightly fought mile contest.
Hadow Trophy – Proven Class and Power
The highlight of the mid-card clocking 3:30 pm, the P. Hadow Trophy, a Class III contest over 1200 metres with ₹6,50,000 in stakes, brings class performers into play. Sovereign Master (T.S. Jodha up for Nazzak Chenoy) and Lord Eric (Dallas Todywalla) are expected to fight it out, though Ghirardelli from Adhirajsingh Jodha’s powerful team could have the edge. Bee Magical (Imtiaz Sait), Liam (Nazzak Chenoy), and Abhicandra (Sanjay Kosle) complete a lineup that oozes speed and experience — one of the afternoon’s most anticipated clashes.
Shamu Chavan Salver (Div I) – Tactical Mile Showdown
The upper division of the Shamu Chavan Salver, run at 4:00 p.m., promises yet another close affair over 1600 metres. Vincero (C. Umesh up for Shazaan Shah) and Treasure Gold from Bezan Chenoy’s yard headline the entries. Little John (Dallas Todywalla), Mysterious Stranger (A. Sandesh up for Adhirajsingh Jodha), and Allez L’Etoile (Narendra Lagad) should ensure a fast-run mile. Adding further intrigue is Exciting, a P. Shroff trainee, known for a strong finish — one to watch if the pace holds.
To The Manor Born Plate (Div II) – The Emerging Generation Continues
Three-year-olds return for the Div II of the To The Manor Born Plate, contested over 1400 metres at 4:30 p.m. Dallas Todywalla’s Jackson, partnered by A. Sandesh, leads a quality bunch. P. Shroff’s Marius and Beat The Heat from Nirad Karanjawala’s yard add competitive depth, while Desert Charm and Fizzy — both trained by Adhirajsingh Jodha — could dominate proceedings if they strike form. Hazel, saddled by Prasanna Kumar, completes a field that encapsulates the next generation of Indian thoroughbreds.
Star Millionaire Plate – Curtain Falls with a Class V Dash
The day closes at 5:00 pm with the Star Millionaire Plate, a Class V sprint over 1200 metres. The ₹5,00,000 contest features Celestina (Bezan Chenoy), Windborne (Adhirajsingh Jodha), and Menjou’s Moustache, all capable of turning on the pace when needed. Ananya (B. Prithviraj), Continental Drift (Adhirajsingh Jodha), and We Still Believe (S. Waheed) make up a lively closing field — a fitting finale to an afternoon that promises both emerging stars and seasoned warriors in action.
The Pune Race Preview 2025 showcases a fine blend of emerging three-year-olds and reliable handicappers. Adhirajsingh Jodha’s powerful string looks formidable across divisions, while seasoned trainers like Narendra Lagad, P. Shroff, and Dallas Todywalla bring depth to their entries.
As the Pune monsoon season draws to a close, this card could very well define the form lines heading into Mumbai’s prestigious winter meetings.
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