The Wise Guy Handicap Victory for Togo at Calcutta Races
The opening scene of the Calcutta Races’ Monsoon Meeting third day set the tone for a lively afternoon, as the turf welcomed contenders for the eagerly awaited The Wise Guy Handicap. Run over 1,600 metres for horses rated 1–26, the race carried a prize purse of ₹3,00,000 and drew a competitive field determined to seize early honours.
From the break, Togo travelled with purpose, finding rhythm under the experienced guidance of Antony Raj S for trainer N Darashah. The horse kept a composed gallop, conserving energy before launching a decisive challenge down the straight. Crossing the post in 1:41.195, Togo delivered not just a win but a statement, earning applause from connections and racegoers alike.
Owned in partnership by Mr. Enrico R. Piperno, Mr. Prateek Bhalotia, Mr. Vivek Choudhary, Mr. Prashanth Sharma, Mr. Simarpreet Singh, Manjri Horse Breeders Farm Pvt Ltd, Togo’s victory reflected well-managed preparation and strategic riding.
The battle for the minors was equally engaging. Dancing Queen, guided by Varun for trainer Vikash J, showed grit to claim second in 1:42.104, keeping the pressure on until the finish. Close behind, Lineupandcollect under Vishal Bunde for Sabeel Shariff took third in 1:43.769, rounding out the podium with a determined late run.
With The Wise Guy Handicap in the books, attention now turns to the afternoon’s next race, The Fusebox Handicap, promising another test of speed and tactics on the monsoon-softened turf. For fans, the day’s early drama has only whetted the appetite for what lies ahead.
For more on Calcutta’s Monsoon Meeting highlights, read RaceBuzz’s coverage of recent races and explore the official Royal Calcutta Turf Club site for complete race details.
