The second race on the card at the CALCUTTA RACES, SUMMER MEETING, NINTH DAY, Friday, 3rd April, 2026, saw Indian Jack deliver a composed and effective performance to capture The Robin Hood Cup, a Class V contest for horses rated 1–26 over 1400 metres at 02:30 PM. In what will be noted among the Kolkata race result 3 March coverage discussions for its controlled finish, Indian Jack, ridden by P. Trevor and trained by Rutherford Alford, asserted his superiority late in the race. The winner is owned by Mrs G Alford, Mr N V Rohin Kumar, Mr Devesh Poddar, Mr R W Alford & M/s Ravneet Kapoor Racing LLP.
The race unfolded at a steady tempo, with the field settling into formation early before the pace gradually lifted approaching the bend. Indian Jack was positioned within striking distance throughout, conserving energy while tracking the leaders. As the field straightened for home, Trevor angled his mount into clear running, and the response was immediate. With a well-timed burst, Indian Jack quickened past rivals and maintained a firm hold on the advantage in the final furlong, sealing the contest with authority.
Sporting Trainer, under A. Prakash for trainer Vikash Jaiswal, ran on gamely to secure second place, while Royal King, partnered by Suraj Narredu and trained by Shafiq Khan, finished third after staying on late. The trio were clearly ahead of the remainder, underlining the competitive nature of the finish.
With this result in the books, attention now turns swiftly to the next race, The Adelita Handicap Div I at 03:00 PM, where another closely matched field is set to line up.