Mumbai’s racing fans were treated to an exhilarating start to the day as Race 1, The Welcome Trophy, a Class IV contest for Indian horses rated 20 to 46, unfolded over 1200 metres at 2:30 PM on Thursday, 27th November 2025. Social Butterfly (J: A. Sandesh, T: Dallas Todywalla), racing in the colours of Mr Mukul Sonawala, Mr Nozer Panthaky, Mr D R Thacker rep. DT Racing Breeders LLP, Mr Kairus Dadachanji, Mr P. J. Vazifdar, Mr M. Rishad, Mr Munchi P. Shroff, and Mr K. H. Vachha’s, claimed a commanding victory in 1:10:851, delighting owners and spectators alike with her authoritative display. This Mumbai race result 27 november marks a confident season opener for the talented filly.
From the break, Social Butterfly was prominent, settling just off the early leader before quickening decisively at the halfway mark. Jockey A. Sandesh timed the surge perfectly, allowing the filly to edge clear in the final 200 metres and finish with a polished, controlled flourish. Her composure and tactical awareness set her apart from the rest of the field, ensuring a win that was both stylish and decisive.
Runner-up honours went to Majestic Warrior (J: Avinash Paswan, T: Narendra Lagad), finishing strongly in 1:12:096 after a late bid to close the gap. Absolute Gorgeous (J: K. Pranil, T: P. S. Chouhan) took third in a tight 1:12:103, rounding out a closely contested podium and highlighting the competitive nature of the day’s opening race.
With The Welcome Trophy concluded, all eyes now turn to The K. J. K. Irani Plate, scheduled for 3:00 PM, a race expected to test stamina, tactics, and the top class of Mumbai’s racing talent.
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