Diego Garcia Triumphs in The Oyster Cove Trophy at Mumbai Meeting

In an enthralling display at Mumbai Racecourse, Race 4 – The Oyster Cove Trophy (Class IV: Indian horses rated 20 to 46, 2400m) on Saturday, 31st January 2026, witnessed Diego Garcia (J: Suraj Narredu, T: Adhirajsingh Jodha) claim a commanding victory in a time of 2:33:950. Racing in the colours of Mr S R Sanas, Mr Vikram Bachhawat rep. Bachhawat Farms Pvt Ltd, Mr Jiyaji Bhosale, Mr Rishikesh Bhosale & Mr Jaisal Singh, Diego Garcia delivered a performance that will be remembered in the Mumbai race result 31 January summaries.

From the start, Diego Garcia settled comfortably mid-field, conserving energy while maintaining a steady rhythm around the bends. As the field entered the final 400 metres, Suraj Narredu produced a decisive surge, navigating the inside rail and responding to every challenge with measured acceleration. The colt displayed both stamina and tactical awareness, pulling clear of his rivals to cross the finish line with authority.

Little John (J: P. Trevor, T: Dallas Todywalla) ran a resilient race, keeping in contention throughout and finishing strongly to take second, while Caccini (J: C. S. Jodha, T: Karthik Ganapathy) closed late to secure third. The top three were separated by fine margins, making for an exciting conclusion to the afternoon’s proceedings.

With The Oyster Cove Trophy concluded, all eyes now turn to the next highlight of the day, The Dr. S. C. Jain Sprinters’ Championship (Grade II), set to gallop off at 04:30 PM, promising another thrilling contest of speed and strategy.