The Bangalore Turf Club (BTC) staged another closely contested event during the Bangalore Summer Meeting, 27th Day, Thursday, 30th July 2026, as STORM SHADOW produced a determined performance to capture the 5th Race – The Leading Owner Trophy. The Class III contest for horses rated 40 to 65, run over 1400 metres at 03:00 PM, saw Vivek G. guide the Prasanna Kumar-trained runner to victory in 1:25.36 for owner Mr Nirash Bothara. The Bangalore race result 30th July once again showcased the depth of competition on the city’s summer racing programme.
Breaking smartly and settling into a favourable rhythm, Storm Shadow travelled comfortably through the early stages before quickening at the right moment in the home straight. Vivek G. judged the pace to perfection, asking the gelding for his effort at the ideal stage as Storm Shadow responded willingly to hold off the late challengers and secure a well-earned success in a tightly fought finish.
The runner-up honours went to FINAL CALL, ridden by P. Trevor and trained by James Mckeown, who finished just a fraction behind the winner in 1:25.42 after mounting a strong challenge in the closing strides. DISCIPLE, partnered by Antony Raj S. for trainer Arjun Mangalorkar, stayed on steadily to claim third place in 1:25.87, ensuring the placings were decided by narrow margins.
Attention at Bangalore Turf Club now turns to the 6th Race – The B.T.C. Workforce Cup, scheduled for 03:30 PM, as the afternoon’s racing action continues to gather momentum.
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