The 7th race of the Bangalore Winter Meeting 2025, the Dudhsagar Falls Plate, delivered a thrilling sprint spectacle on Saturday, 01 November 2025, at 5:00 PM. A Class IV contest for horses rated 20 to 45 and run over 1200 metres, the race showcased an explosive finishing burst from Sapporo (Jockey: Pavan), who stopped the clock at 1:13.18 for trainer Irfan Ghatala. Racing proudly in the silks of M/s Rapar Galloping Stars LLP, the gelding produced a commanding performance to clinch top honours. For fans following Banglore Race Results November 1, this electrifying finish provided the perfect headline moment on opening day.
Breaking sharply from the gates, Sapporo travelled smoothly just off the pace in the early exchanges. Jockey Pavan made a decisive tactical switch at the final bend, steering his mount into clear running and launching a well-timed surge. With the crowd roaring, the pair accelerated powerfully in the last furlong, fending off a determined late challenge and maintaining a resolute rhythm to the finish.
Amalure (Jockey: K. Sai Kiran, Trainer: Darius R. Byramji) delivered a spirited closing run to take second in 1:13.27, missing the winner by a narrow margin after a strong finish through the closing strides. Completing the frame was Magestic Persona (Jockey: A. Ramu, Trainer: V. Lokanath), timing 1:13.51 and showing consistency throughout to secure third.
As the curtain falls on an action-packed opening day at the Bangalore Winter Meeting, racing enthusiasts now turn their anticipation toward Sunday’s card, which promises competitive fields, rising stars, and compelling finishes at the Bangalore Turf Club.
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