The atmosphere crackled with excitement at the Calcutta Races, Autumn Meeting (Third Day) on Thursday, 6th November 2025, where the third race of the afternoon – The Crystal Man Handicap, a Class II 1400m contest for horses rated 61–86 (41–66 eligible), delivered a breathtaking finish at 2:15 PM. In a result that will be talked about throughout Kolkata’s racing circles, Zuri stormed home under jockey Antony Raj S. for trainer Aashay Doctor, stopping the clock at 1:29.165. For readers tracking Calcutta race result November 6 performances, this dominant finish highlighted the quality and tactical sharpness on display.
Racing for the ownership group of Mrs. Rina Mahindra & Mr. Marthand Singh Mahindra, Mr. & Mrs. Farouq K. Rattonsey, Mr. Sameer F. Rattonsey & Mr. Zaheer F. Rattonsey (rep. M/s Hyperion Bloodstock Pvt. Ltd.), Zuri delivered a polished performance that blended patience with perfectly timed acceleration.
After breaking smoothly from the gates, Zuri travelled comfortably in mid-division while the pace up front unfolded rapidly through the early fractions. Antony Raj S. showed supreme confidence, allowing the favourite to settle before gradually edging forward around the final bend. Once pulled out for the run home, the gelding shifted gears spectacularly, producing a sharp late burst that overwhelmed the front-runners inside the last 100 metres to seize control and win with authority.
Tycoonist (J: Arul J H, T: N. Darashah) fought bravely but had to settle for the second spot in 1:29.341, unable to resist Zuri’s electrifying stride in the shadow of the post. Roman Spirit (J: Vishal N. Bunde, T: B. Rajender Reddy) finished third in 1:29.496, running on gamely to round out a competitive trifecta.
With The Crystal Man Handicap decided in spectacular fashion, all eyes now turn to the next highlight of the afternoon — The Cherry Handicap, scheduled at 2:45 PM, promising another gripping contest as the Calcutta Autumn Meeting continues to build momentum.
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