The racing pulse quickened at Malakpet on Monday, October 13th, 2025, during the 22nd day of the Hyderabad Monsoon Races as the 4th race, The Nizamabad Plate Div I (Class IV – a handicap for horses 3-year-olds and upward, rated 20 to 45), unfolded over 1200 metres at 03:05 PM. In a display of precision and poise, Tootsie Darling (J: Akshay Kumar) delivered a commanding victory for trainer L. V. R. Deshmukh, stopping the clock at 1:14.20. Racing in the distinguished silks of Dr Suresh Chintamaneni, the filly showcased both speed and temperament, confirming her steady progression through the ranks.
Breaking smartly from the gates, Tootsie Darling maintained a handy position through the first 600 metres before Akshay Kumar made his move approaching the final furlong. Showing exceptional turn of foot, she surged past her rivals in the last 150 metres and drew clear to win with style, leaving the chasing pack in her wake. The win underlined her developing maturity and the confidence of her connections in placing her over this sharp trip.
Analysis (J: G. Naresh, T: Robin Reddy Kondakalla) tried valiantly to bridge the gap but settled for second after a spirited stretch battle, while Aquatone (J: Mukesh Kumar, T: Bharath Singh) came through late to secure third.
With The Nizamabad Plate Div I concluded, the Hyderabad crowd turned its attention to the next feature of the afternoon — The Nawab Mehdi Jung Bahadur Memorial Cup Div I at 03:40 PM, promising yet another thrilling chapter in the Monsoon racing calendar.
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