Under a bright Mysore sky, the spotlight fell on Race 5 of the Mysore (Monsoon) Races 2025 – Day 2, where the prestigious H.H. Sri Krishnaraja Wadiyar Memorial Trophy (Grade III) unfolded over 1400 meters at 04:00 PM. In a scintillating display of speed and composure, Raise A Buck (J: Antony Raj S., T: Rakesh) stormed home to claim the top honors for proud owners Mrs G K Harini & Mr Rakesh, stopping the clock at an impressive 1:22.324.
From the break, the contest promised fireworks, with a tightly packed field fighting for early positions. Raise A Buck settled comfortably just off the pace, tracking the leaders through the opening furlongs. Approaching the final 300 meters, jockey Antony Raj S. urged his mount forward, and the seasoned 7-year-old gelding responded with a commanding burst of acceleration. With flawless timing and sheer determination, he surged past his rivals to seal a decisive victory, showcasing why he remains a formidable force in graded company.
Behind the winner, African Gold (J: Akshay Kumar, T: Darius Byramji) finished a close second in 1:22.473, delivering a spirited run but finding the winner too strong in the final strides. Mandarino (J: Arvind Kumar N., T: Irfan Ghatala) produced a late rally to secure third place, clocking 1:22.828, ensuring a thrilling finish among the top contenders.
With the curtain falling on the H.H. Sri Krishnaraja Wadiyar Memorial Trophy, all eyes now turn to the upcoming feature events at the Mysore Monsoon Races 2025, where more electrifying battles on the turf await.
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