The Bangalore Turf Club (BTC) was buzzing with excitement as a series of thrilling races unfolded, with the highlight being the The Bookmakers’ Association Bangalore Oaks (Gr.2), where Queen of Kings, trained by Rajesh Narredu and ridden by Suraj Narredu, emerged victorious with a time of 2:33:58. At BTC, spectators were treated to an exhilarating day of horse racing, with Queen of Kings securing the top spot in the most anticipated race of the day. Inspire, trained by Arjun Mangalorkar and jockeyed by P. Trevor, finished a close second with a time of 2:33:70, while Scarlette Lady, under the guidance of trainer Prasanna Kumar and jockey Vivek G, took third with 2:34:21. The winner, Queen of Kings, claimed a significant prize of ₹1,515,306, with Inspire and Scarlette Lady earning ₹505,102 and ₹252,551 respectively.
The day started with The Hemavati Plate Div-2 at Bangalore Turf Club, where Ricardo, trained by Arjun Mangalorkar and ridden by A. Sandesh, clinched first place with a time of 1:12:26, narrowly beating Roman Spirit, who matched the time but placed second. Bharat finished third with a time of 1:12:48. The prizes were ₹350,000 for Ricardo, ₹175,000 for Roman Spirit, and ₹105,000 for Bharat.
In the Altenburg Plate, Perfect Attitude, also trained by Arjun Mangalorkar and ridden by A. Sandesh, dominated with a time of 1:24.54. Prokofiev and Mountain Jewel, both under the training of Prasanna Kumar, took second and third places respectively, with times of 1:24.81 and 1:24.92. The prize money was distributed as follows: ₹541,250 for Perfect Attitude, ₹255,000 for Prokofiev, and ₹153,750 for Mountain Jewel.
The Dharwar Plate at Bangalore Turf Club saw Lone Ranger, trained by S. Padmanabhan and ridden by A. Sandesh, cross the finish line first at 1:25.62, with Double Vision and Anchorage coming in second and third. The race’s winnings were ₹271,245 for Lone Ranger, ₹120,000 for Double Vision, and ₹72,750 for Anchorage.
The Hemavati Plate Div-1 was won by Never Give In, trained by Arjun Mangalorkar and ridden by A. Sandesh, with a time of 1:11.60, followed by Berrettini and Tripitaka. The prizes were ₹350,000, ₹175,000, and ₹105,000 respectively.
The Octagonal Plate had Promiseofthefuture, trained by Irfan Ghatala and ridden by Suraj Narredu, taking first with a time of 2:04:15, with Positano and Rock Bank placing second and third. The prize money was ₹331,240, ₹150,000, and ₹90,750.
In The New Year Cup (Gr.3) at Bangalore Turf Club, Siege Courageous, trained by Prasanna Kumar and ridden by P. Trevor, outran Imperial Blue and Star Glory, securing ₹632,640, while the latter two received ₹210,880 and ₹105,440.
The Sardar Sarovar Plate Div-2 was taken by Aditya, trained by Warren Singh and ridden by Angad, with a time of 1:07:43, followed by Fast Response and Woman at War. The winnings were ₹271,245, ₹120,000, and ₹72,750.
Finally, The Sardar Sarovar Plate was dominated by True Punch, with Royal Deccan and Elveden in pursuit. The prize distribution mirrored the previous race with ₹271,245 for first, ₹120,000 for second, and ₹72,750 for third.
The races at Bangalore Turf Club showcased not only the prowess of the horses but also the skill of the jockeys, making for a day of competitive and exciting horse racing. The Bangalore Turf Club, with its rich history and picturesque setting, once again provided an exemplary backdrop for this day of racing. Known for its well-maintained tracks and vibrant atmosphere, the club has long been a favorite among horse racing enthusiasts.
The event not only showcased the speed and spirit of the horses but also the dedication of the staff at Bangalore Turf Club, whose meticulous preparation ensured a seamless and thrilling day of races. The club’s commitment to excellence in every aspect of the event—from the quality of the racing surface to the engagement of the crowd—continues to make it a premier venue for horse racing in India.
