In a refined display of structured racing competition, a seven-race card will be conducted at the distinguished Royal Calcutta Turf Club (RCTC) on Friday, 27 March, featuring a balanced programme across multiple classes and distances. The fixture will bring together a varied set of runners, ranging from lower-rated handicaps to a competitive Class II sprint, with races scheduled between 02:30 PM and 05:30 PM.
The afternoon will open with The Noble View Handicap (Class V: Horses rated 1–26), scheduled at 02:30 PM over 1600 metres with a total prize of Rs.3,00,000. Dubai Prince, partnered by Imran Chisty, will headline the field alongside Strong Talons and Cristaldo, while No Worry, Lineupandcollect and Soul Aquarian will add further depth to the line-up.
The second race, The Nikita Handicap (Class III: Horses rated 61–86), will be run at 03:00 PM over 1600 metres with a prize fund of Rs.5,50,000. Booster Shot and Star Studded will feature prominently among the declared runners, with Togo, Xanthe, Zarak and Whirlwind also set to take their chances in what will appear a competitive middle-distance contest.
Sprinters will take centre stage in The Surfside Handicap (Class V: Horses rated 21–46), scheduled for 03:30 PM over 1400 metres with a total prize of Rs.4,00,000. Amaze And Inspire, ridden by Suraj Narredu, will be among the notable entrants, alongside Cascade and Upper Street. Keitaro, Queen Anula and Veneno will also be expected to provide a competitive challenge.
The programme will then move into divided company with The Oakmead Handicap Division I (Class IV: Horses rated 41–66), set for 04:00 PM over 1400 metres carrying a prize of Rs.5,00,000. Cigar Galaxy and Jimmy Bee will feature among a field that will include Cat Whiskers, Seasmoke, Anigraha, Most And More and Clever Hans.
Division II of the same race will follow at 04:30 PM, with The Oakmead Handicap Division II (Class IV: Horses rated 41–66) also run over 1400 metres for Rs.5,00,000. Impressive Annie and Victorious Omen will line up alongside Sea Eagle, Blue God, Dubai Ruler, Vivaldi and Dance Along in a similar competitive setup.
The feature event of the afternoon, The Bangalore Turf Club Cup (Class II: Horses rated 81 and above), will be staged at 05:00 PM over 1200 metres with a prize fund of Rs.7,50,000. Cashius Gold will be one of the principal contenders, joined by Ruling Star and King’s Retreat, while Dedicate, Raffaello, Abhicandra and Clifford will further strengthen the field.
The meeting will conclude with The Antequera Handicap (Class V: Horses rated 21–46), scheduled for 05:30 PM over 1200 metres with a total prize of Rs.4,00,000. Mi Arion, Priceless Prince and Princess Peach will be among the key runners, while Legacy, Bundle Of Charm, Cashalaika, Cashmere Silk and Memphis will complete a competitive closing field.
The Kolkata Race Cards 27 March will present a well-balanced seven-race programme at RCTC, covering multiple classes and distances with competitive fields throughout the afternoon. Overall, the seven-race programme will present a structured mix of sprint and middle-distance contests, offering opportunities across different rating bands and ensuring a steady progression through the afternoon schedule.
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