The PUNE MEETING 2025 at the Royal Western India Turf Club kicked off with an impressive display in Race 1, The Gold Bag Plate, a Class V contest for Indian horses aged four years and over rated 1 to 26, covering 1600 meters on Sunday, 19th October 2025 at 01:00 PM. Floyd, ridden by T. S. Jodha for trainer Behram Cama, stormed to victory in a decisive 1:40:668, bringing glory to owner Mr Jaydev M. Mody representing J. M. Livestock Pvt Ltd.
From the start, Floyd settled comfortably in mid-division, biding his time as the leaders set a steady pace. Entering the final meters, Jodha produced a perfectly timed surge, slicing through the field with precision and taking command in the closing strides to secure a convincing win. The horse’s composure under pressure and well-timed acceleration highlighted both tactical astuteness and athleticism.
Baleno (J: S. A. Amit, T: Karthik Ganapathy) kept the winner within striking distance and fought valiantly to finish second in 1:41:363. Alexandria (J: S. Zervan, T: Altamaash A. Ahmed) showed late determination to claim third place in 1:41:738, rounding out a competitive top three separated by slender margins.
With the Gold Bag Plate concluded, attention now turns to the Enigma Trophy at 01:40 PM, expected to test the stamina and strategy of the day’s contenders.
For more detailed Pune race coverage, stay tuned to RaceBuzz Pune Races and check the official Royal Western India Turf Club schedule.
