At the Bangalore Turf Club (BTC), the action on Saturday, 09 May 2026, continued to build intensity during the Bangalore Summer Meeting – Day 3, with Race 6, The Azhar Plate, a Class IV contest for horses rated 20 to 45 over 1200 metres, run at 05:30 PM. Final Call, owned by Mr P J Vazifdar, Mr M Rishad, Mr Kersi H Vachha, Ms DT Racing & Breeding LLP, Mr Mukul A Sonawala, Mr S R Sanas, produced a sharp late surge to claim victory in a tightly contested finish.
Early in the card, the momentum around the meeting was reflected in growing attention, and the form guide hinted at a close finish as the .Bangalore race result 9 May. began shaping up with competitive fields across races at BTC.
The race unfolded at a brisk but controlled tempo, with runners closely grouped turning for home. FINAL CALL, positioned efficiently by P. Trevor for trainer James Mckeown, was brought with a well-timed challenge in the final 200 metres. Responding strongly under pressure, the gelding edged ahead in the dying strides to stop the clock at a sharp 1:14.38, holding firm in a dramatic finish where little separated the front-runners.
FLASH (Md Ashraf Reza, trainer Aravind G.) delivered a gallant effort and was narrowly beaten into second, finishing just a whisker behind in 1:14.39 after battling resolutely throughout the final stretch. ROADRUNNER (Laxman Singh, trainer M Eshwer) completed the frame in third, clocking 1:14.48 after staying on steadily but unable to bridge the gap in the closing stages.
With margins razor-thin and the sprint division living up to expectations, attention now shifts to the upcoming races on the Bangalore Summer Meeting card, where further competitive clashes are expected as the day builds towards its feature contests.
For more stories, results, and updates from the world of horse racing, stay tuned to Racebuzz.