The afternoon air at Bangalore Turf Club (BTC) on 9 November 2025 carries both tradition and tension — punters scanning form sheets, jockeys saddling up, and a gentle breeze drifting over the turf. Eight races fill the schedule from 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm, with conditions set fair and the ground expected to ride fast. This Bangalore turf club race day promises classic duels, emerging talent, and the steady rhythm that defines racing in the Garden City.
The Jog Falls Plate – Division II (Class IV, 1400 m, 1:30 pm)
The curtain-raiser sets the tone — a Class IV contest rated 20 to 45 with a purse of Rs. 5,10,000 and eight contenders ready for battle.
Contenders: Divo (V.R. Jagadeesh / S. Shoban Babu), Adelanto (G. Praveen / Sriram Komandur), Star of the Future (Ikram Ahmed / S. Dominic), Kazing (Laxman Singh / Darius R. Byramji), Rosaline (Antony Raj S. / Arjun Mangalorkar), along with supporting entries ensuring a tactical opener.
Divo has shown consistency in recent trials, while Adelanto remains a threat if settled early. Rosaline, trained by the ever-patient Mangalorkar, could close strongly down the straight.
The World Cancer Awareness Day Plate (Class V, 1200 m, 2:00 pm)
A lighter class but never lacking intrigue, this nine-runner dash for Rs. 4,50,000 offers speed and unpredictability.
Contenders: Flamingo Dream (Anish Anamo Hangal / S. Shoban Babu), Legendary Impact (Suhas K / V. Lokanath), Empress Bella (Darshan R.N / Kishan Thomas K), Estefania (Aleemuddin / Arjun Mangalorkar), Feel of Hope (Angad / Sriram Komandur), plus four others eyeing a breakthrough.
Flamingo Dream brings an honest gallop but must fend off Feel of Hope, who has been training sharply.
The Jog Falls Plate – Division I (Class IV, 1400 m, 2:30 pm)
The higher division of the Jog Falls Plate brings another eight-runner lineup and a raised tempo.
Contenders: Eagle Eye (L. Alex Rozario / Prasanna Kumar), Xanthe (A. Sandesh / S.S. Attaollahi), Glorious Strides (A.A. Vikrant / Satish Narredu), Hyperdrive (Pavan / Irfan Ghatala), Joyful Spirit (Salman Khan / Sriram Komandur), among others.
Eagle Eye’s fluent trial suggests readiness, while Hyperdrive and Xanthe bring tactical edge. Joyful Spirit could surprise if the leaders duel too soon.
The Udupi Plate (Class III, 1400 m, 3:00 pm)
This is where things get serious — ten contenders rated 40–65 chasing Rs. 6,30,000 over seven furlongs.
Contenders: Disciple (Antony Raj S. / Arjun Mangalorkar), Aherne (A. Ramu / Imtiaz Khan), Connecting Dots (Aleemuddin / Faraz Arshad), D Fronx (K. Sai Kiran / Azhar Ali), Finley (Darshan R.N / S.S. Attaollahi), and more capable rivals waiting in the wings.
Disciple looks progressive and well-handled, while Finley remains a tough adversary under Attaollahi’s astute care.
The T.B. Hanumantharaj Memorial Trophy (Class III, 1200 m, 3:30 pm)
Another ten-runner contest rated 40–65 with speed and pride at stake.
Contenders: Royal Deccan (Aleemuddin / Arjun Mangalorkar), Agera (L. Alex Rozario / Pradeep Annaiah), Pole Star (Mukesh Kumar / Prasanna Kumar), Thessalian (Vinod Shinde / Prasanna Kumar), Eclipse Pulse (Asirvatham / Azhar Ali), among others.
Royal Deccan’s consistency at shorter trips makes him the one to beat, though Agera and Thessalian, both from strong yards, could pressure late.
The Bengaluru City Police Cup (3-year-olds, 1400 m, 4:00 pm)
The most awaited maiden event — ten youngsters seeking their first win for Rs. 7,50,000.
Contenders: Agrador (L. Alex Rozario / Darius R. Byramji), Auctav (K. Sai Kiran / Pradeep Annaiah), Fils de France (Antony Raj S. / Arjun Mangalorkar), Jade Mountain (Vinod Shinde / V. Lokanath), Ransomware (Angad / V. Narayana Gowda), and five others.
Fils de France, with his balanced stride and professional schooling, shapes as a major player. Agrador remains solid after consistent trackwork, while Ransomware brings raw pace that might surprise on debut.
The Gomos Plate (Class II, 1400 m, 4:30 pm)
The penultimate race features twelve contenders rated 60–85 and Rs. 7,00,000 in prize money.
Contenders: Crosswater (Aleemuddin / Arjun Mangalorkar), Mazal Tov (Darshan R.N / Neil B. Devaney), Forseti (J. Chinoy / Imtiaz Khan), Victoria Doresaani (L. Alex Rozario / Irfan Ghatala), Sekhmet (Hindu Singh / Kishan Thomas K), and seven others.
Crosswater brings the best class form, while Mazal Tov’s late dash can’t be ignored. Forseti has a gritty running style suited to BTC’s climb.
The Malaprabha Plate (Class IV, 1200 m, 5:00 pm)
The final act brings the day to a spirited close — twelve horses rated 20–45, aged four and over, sprinting for Rs. 5,10,000.
Contenders: Dictator (A. Sandesh / Darius R. Byramji), Stentorian (M. Prabhakaran / Satish Narredu), Baltimore (Salman Khan / Azhar Ali), Amazing Attraction (Aleemuddin / S. Shoban Babu), Glorious Spectre (J. Chinoy / Neil B. Devaney), among others.
Dictator commands strong backing with Sandesh in the saddle. Stentorian, however, has momentum and could press hard near the finish.
The Rhythm of a Bangalore Turf Club Race Day
Every Bangalore turf club race day has its heartbeat, and this card embodies BTC’s identity — varied distances, demanding turns, and the unforgiving home climb. Horses that relax early and surge late often rule this turf. Jockeys who balance patience with aggression thrive here.
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