The racing fever at the Pune Meeting 2025 (Eleventh Day) reached a thrilling peak with The Pune Cantonment Board Trophy (Div I) — a Class IV contest for Indian horses rated 20 to 46 (0 to 19 eligible), run over 1200 metres at 5:00 PM on Sunday, 2nd November 2025, at the Royal Western India Turf Club. In what will be remembered as a defining sprint performance, Star Impact (J: Mukesh Kumar) stormed home with electric acceleration for trainer Aman Altaf Hussain, stopping the clock at 1:09:144. Racing in the distinguished colours of Mrs Ayesha A. Hussain, Mr Waahiid Ali Khan rep. Sshaawn Horses and Sports Pvt Ltd & Mr Anil Saraf, the gelding delivered an authoritative finish that thrilled the Pune crowd. In a tightly contested afternoon of racing, the Pune race Result November 2 showcased exceptional athleticism across all divisions, marking a spectacular return of racing intensity.
Breaking sharply from the gates, Star Impact was allowed to settle comfortably in midfield as the pack established an early pace. Mukesh Kumar displayed exceptional tactical judgement, biding his time until the final bend before shifting gears into a decisive forward drive. Surging wide through the straight with a rapid turn of foot, the gelding powered away from rivals and extended his lead with every stride — a display of confidence, rhythm, and superior conditioning.
The runner-up honours went to Storm Cloud (J: Avinash Paswan, T: Narendra Lagad), who clocked 1:09:450 after staying in close pursuit but failing to match the winner’s superior late speed. Just behind, Eastern Monarch (J: A. Sandesh, T: Sanjay Kolse) registered 1:09:512, fighting valiantly to secure third in a competitive dash for the minor placings.
With excitement continuing to build through the day, attention now turns to the featured events ahead, promising more drama and high-stakes rivalry at Pune. Stay with RaceBuzz for full Pune Meeting 2025 race results, previews, and insights.
