Race 4 of the MUMBAI MEETING 2025/26, Additional Race Day on Monday, 30th March 2026 delivered a compelling maiden contest as Shaandaar powered to victory in The Amber Flash Plate, a 1600m event for three-year-old Indian horses. Ridden with assurance by Vivek G. and trained by P. Shroff, the colt justified strong expectations with a polished performance, representing the prominent ownership group of Mr & Mrs Vijay B Shirke & Mr Jay V Shirke (Horse Haven Breeding and Racing Pvt Ltd), Mrs Liane Luthria, Mr Atul Ishwardas Chordia, Mrs Daisy K D B Mehta & Mr Darashaw Keki Mehta (Darashaw Racing & Breeding Pvt Ltd) & Mr Farouq K Rattonsey (Hyperion Bloodstock Pvt Ltd).
This Mumbai race result 30 March showcased a progressive type stamping his authority in maiden company. The race unfolded at a measured tempo, with Shaandaar settling comfortably in mid-division through the early stages. Vivek G. displayed patience, allowing the colt to find rhythm before gradually improving position approaching the final bend. Once into the straight, Shaandaar responded impressively, quickening fluently to assert control inside the final furlong. His acceleration proved decisive, as he surged ahead to seal victory with authority, marking himself as one to follow over middle distances.
Golden Eye (J: P. Trevor, T: Dallas Todywalla) finished a commendable second after staying on steadily in the closing stages, while Incredible Luck (J: Yash Narredu, T: Rajesh Narredu) secured third, plugging on late to complete the frame. The trio were clearly ahead of the remainder, underlining the quality at the business end of the race.
With this contest concluded, attention now shifts to the upcoming The Cursetjee Dhunjishaw Salver at 06:30 PM, where the competition is expected to intensify as the evening’s racing continues to build momentum.