Race 3 of the Mumbai Meeting 2025/26 – Special Race Day delivered a gripping mid-afternoon highlight as Kings Gambit powered home to win The Kiara Plate (Class III, 1400m) on Thursday, 27th November 2025 at 3:30 PM. In what will soon be referenced across reports covering the Mumbai race result 27 November, the victory stood out for its precision, poise, and perfectly executed timing. Ridden by A. Prakash and trained by P. Shroff, Kings Gambit clocked an impressive 1:24:207, scoring a polished win for owners Mr Vijay B. Shirke, Mr Jay V. Shirke, Mrs Daisy K. D. B. Mehta, Mr Dara K. Mehta (Darashaw Bloodstock Pvt Ltd), Mrs Liane Luthria, and Mr Vispi R. Patel.
The race unfolded at an honest tempo, with Kings Gambit settling comfortably in midfield as the early leaders carved out a steady rhythm. Approaching the final 300 metres, A. Prakash angled his mount out for a clear run, and Kings Gambit responded with a powerful, sustained acceleration. The filly swept past the front-runners with controlled authority, sealing the race in the final strides and showcasing his readiness to climb higher in the ratings band this season.
Axlrod produced a game effort to finish second under Antony Raj S. for trainer Behram Cama, stopping the clock at 1:25:001 after briefly threatening the winner inside the last furlong. Close behind came Treat, guided by Neeraj Rawal for trainer Imtiaz A. Sait, who finished third in 1:25:079 with a late but insufficient bid.
With The Kiara Plate wrapped up in style, the spotlight now turns to the upcoming P. B. Avasia Plate at 4:00 PM, promising yet another competitive clash as the Special Race Day action continues at Mahalaxmi.
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