Fontana Sprints to Victory in Western India Race Horse Owners’ Association Trophy
The pace quickened at Pune Meeting 2025, Special Race Day as the Western India Race Horse Owners’ Association Trophy, a class III handicap for Indian horses rated 40 to 66, took center stage. The sprinters burst from the gates over a good track, with the timing screens ready to record a fiercely contested dash.
Fontana, guided with skill by Vivek G. for trainer P. S. Chouhan, proved the sharpest of them all, stopping the clock at 1:08:877. The victory was one of precision and power, reflecting both rider judgement and the horse’s competitive edge.
The winner carries the colors of a distinguished ownership team, Mr. Vijay B. Shirke, Mr. Jay V. Shirke, Mrs. Vijay B. Shirke, Mr. K. N. Dhunjibhoy, Mr. Z. K. Dhunjibhoy, and Ms. Anosha Meyers representing Five Stars Shipping Co Pvt Ltd, and Mr. Berjis Minoo Desai.
Close on their heels, Bee Magical, piloted by Neeraj Rawal for trainer Imtiaz A. Sait, secured the runner-up spot in 1:09:273. The minor placing was clinched by Lord Eric, with P. Trevor in the saddle for Dallas Todywalla, timed at 1:09:284.
With this electrifying sprint concluded, attention now turns to the Iron Age Trophy, promising yet another chapter of thrilling competition. For more information, visit the official website of the Royal Western India Turf Club (RWITC).
