ROYAL WESTERN INDIA TURF CLUB, LTD.

MUMBAI MEETING 2016/17, SPECIAL RACE DAY, SUNDAY, 12^TH MARCH, 2017.

(PENETROMETER: 3.7; GOING: GOOD)

RACE DAY REPORTS

RAILS WERE PLACED 5 METRES AWAY FROM ITS ORIGINAL POINT FROM 1400 METRES (MILE CHUTE) LEADING TO 7 METRES AWAY AT 1200 METRES, 9 METRES AWAY AT 1000 METRES, 11 METRES AWAY AT 800 METRES AND THEREAFTER 13 METRES AWAY UP TO THE WINNING POST. FOR THE RACES STARTING FROM THE BACK STRETCH, RAILS WERE PLACED 4 METRES AWAY FROM ITS ORIGINAL POINT FROM 1400 METRES LEADING TO 9 METRES AWAY AT 1000 METRES.

On a request from Trainer Nazak Chenoy, permission was granted to Trainer Bezan Chenoy to saddle her charge BRYNHILL in the 2^nd race, at her (Trainer Nazak Chenoy’s) risk and responsibility.

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RACE NO.1(212) – THE W.BUCKLEY PLATE: (About) 2400 Metres – Runners – 5

At the start, STAR SCHOLAR (A.Sandesh, dr.4) jumped inwards on to RITZ (C.S.Jodha, dr.3).

After the race, ROMAN GOLD was trotted and found to be sound.

RACE NO.2(213) – THE MULRAJ GOCULDAS TROPHY: (About) 1200 Metres – Runners – 6

At the start, PARAMOUR (P.Trevor, dr.4) jumped outwards on to SUPREME REGIME (P.S.Chouhan, dr.5). Thereafter, DEEP DIVER (Nirmal Jodha, dr.6) shifted in inconveniencing SUPREME REGIME (P.S.Chouhan)

At the start, BRYNHILL (Santosh G. dr.2) jumped inwards and at the same time BRAHMACHARI (A.Sandesh, dr.1) who was slow to begin jumped outwards and brushed the haunches of BRYNHILL.

Approaching 800 metres, SUPREME REGIME (P.S.Chouhan) shifted in thereby inconveniencing BRYNHILL (Santosh G.). Jockey P.S.Chouhan has been cautioned.

Jockey Santosh.G. (BRYNHILL) was observed to have used the whip in excess of the prescribed limit on his mount Since the gelding hung in and the whip was used as a corrective measure, no action has been initiated against the Jockey. However, Trainer Nazak Chenoy has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the gelding.

After the race, Jockey Nirmal Jodha (DEEP DIVER) reported that his mount hung-in throughout the race. Trainer S.Waheed has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the gelding.

After the race, BRYNHILL, SUPREME REGIME, DEEP DIVER and PARAMOUR were trotted and found to be sound.

RACE NO.3(214) – THE BEHRAM A.ENGINEER TROPHY: (About) 1600 Metres – Runners - 9

Soon after the start, FLYING DRAGON (P.S.Chouhan, dr.3) shifted out forcing PUGNACIOUS (Akshay Gaikwad, dr.4) outwards on to GLORIOUS EYES (C.S.Jodha, dr.5) who had to be steadied.

Approaching 1400 metres, PUGNACIOUS (Akshay Gaikwad) was observed to have stumbled.

Jockey P.Trevor (VOLANTIS) was observed to have used the whip in excess of the prescribed limit on his mount. After the race, Jockey P. Trevor reported that his mount hung out in the straight and he had used the whip as a corrective measure, as such, no action has been initiated against the Jockey. However, Trainer M.Narredu has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the filly.

After the race, VISION OF ROMANCE and VOLANTIS were trotted and found to be sound. VICE ADMIRAL had an injury at the right hind coronet and VISION OF ROMANCE had a gum injury.

In the last 300metres, GLORIOUS EYES (C.S.Jodha) was held up for a clear run.

RACE NO.4(215) – THE INDIAN NAVY TROPHY (DIV.II): (About) 1000 Metres – Runners - 9

At the request of Trainer Sanjay Kolse, FOUNDATION was examined at 1115 hours on 10/03/2017 and was observed to be sore by the left fore leg. As such, the gelding was certified unfit to race and was withdrawn on Veterinary grounds. The gelding has to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. before next accepting to race.

TOMAHAWK (A.K.Pawar) jumped out slow, losing about 4 lengths at the start. Trainer Nirad Karanjawala has been asked to give the gelding more gate practice and show him to the satisfaction of the Starter at morning starting trials, before next accepting to race.

At the start, PETRONIUS (Neeraj Rawal, dr.3) jumped outwards and made contact with GOLDEN HORDE (R.Shelar, dr.4).

After the race, Jockey A.Sandesh (PHILADELPHIA) reported that his mount hung-in in the straight and also passing the 200 metres in the process of correcting his mount, he momentarily lost his right rein. Trainer Dallas Todywalla has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the filly.

An enquiry has been initiated into the running and riding of LILAC TIME and a report will be submitted shortly.

After the race, TOMAHAWK was observed to have lost its right fore shoe. LILAC TIME was found to be sound in trot.

RACE NO.5(216)–THE DESIGN ONE STAKES: (About) 1400 Metres – Runners - 8

Trainer S. S. Shah has been fined Rs.2,000/- for an error in the starting declaration with respect to the shoes worn by his charge XOXO, wherein the gelding was declared to have All four Aluminum Plates but on examination was found to have both hind high heels in addition to what was declared.

After the race, Jockey S.G.Prasad (EMOTIONLESS) reported the loss of whip at about 50 metres. This being his first offence, no action has been initiated.

Jockey P.S.Chouhan (SOLO MISSION) was observed to have used the whip in excess of the prescribed limit on his mount. After the race, Jockey P.S.Chouhan reported that his mount ran erratic and he had used the whip as a corrective measure, as such, no action has been initiated against the Jockey. However, Trainer Karthik Ganapathy has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the colt.

On a complaint from Trainer S.S.Shah, an enquiry has been initiated into the riding of Jockey P.Trevor on XOXO and a report will be submitted shortly.

RACE NO.6(217) – THE JAYARAMDAS PATEL GOLD TROPHY:(About) 2000 Metres – Runners - 9

KOAL (App.S.A.Amit) planted and took no part in the race. Trainer Adhirajsingh Jodha has been asked to give the mare more gate practice and show her to the satisfaction of the Starter at morning starting trials, before next accepting to race.

Jockey Neeraj Rawal (THOR OF ASGARD) was observed to have used the whip in excess of the prescribed limit. This being his first offence during the current Mumbai Meeting, he has been fined Rs.3,000/-

Jockey C.S.Jodha (WINDHOEK) was observed to have used the whip in excess of the prescribed limit. This being his second offence during the current Mumbai Meeting, he has been fined Rs.5,000/-

After the race, THOR OF ASGARD was trotted and found to be sound.

RACE NO.7(218) –THE C.N.WADIA GOLD CUP (GR.2): (About) 2400 Metres – Runners – 6

At the start, CAMERON (P.Trevor, dr.3) jumped outwards on to COMMODORE (Neeraj Rawal, dr.4).

Passing 1200 metres, VERONESE (J.Chinoy) shifted in thereby inconveniencing B FIFTY TWO (Suraj Narredu) along the rails.

After the race, B FIFTY TWO and VERONESE were trotted and found to be sound.

RACE NO.8(219) –THE INDIAN NAVY TROPHY (DIV.I): (About) 1000 Metres – Runners – 10

After being stalled, RIOT OF COLOURS (N.B.Kuldeep) reared up and fell in an awkward position. The filly was taken out and withdrawn from the race before coming under the Starter’s Order. Trainer Narendra Lagad has been asked to give the filly more gate practice and show her to the satisfaction of the Starter at morning starting trials, before next accepting to race.

DUBROVNIK (N.S.Parmar) jumped out slow losing about 2 lengths at the start.

At the start, MOTHERLAND (A.Sandesh, dr.9) jumped outwards on to ROYAL BLOOD (Nirmal Jodha, dr.10).

Soon after the start, GRAN PARADISO (App.K.Nazil, dr.6) and FABIO (S.J.Sunil, dr.7) were observed to have jostled amongst themselves

Passing 400 metres, EL TYCOON (Akash Agarwal) shifted in and went across GRAN PARADISO (App.K.Nazil) who in turn shifted in tightening SNOW CRYSTAL (App.Vishal N.Bunde) along the rails. Jockey Akash Agarwal has been fined Rs.2,000/-.

After the race, Jockey A. Sandesh (MOTHERLAND) reported that his mount was inclined to run out in the straight. Tr.Dallas Todywalla has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the filly.

An Enquiry has been initiated in to the running and riding of EL TYCOON and a report will be submitted shortly.

After the race, DUBROVNIK was found to be sore by the left fore leg. The gelding has to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. before next accepting to race.

After the race, MOTHERLAND and GOOD THING were trotted and found to be sound. EL TYCOON had lost its right hind shoe.

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The urine samples of the winner of the 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd and 7^th race, viz. RITZ, BRAHMACHARI, VICE ADMIRAL and JACK FROST, as also that of COMMODORE (7^th race), were collected for detection of prohibited substance.

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TOTAL NUMBER OF RACES - 8 TOTAL NUMBER OF RUNNERS - 62

TOTAL STAKES - Rs.41,47,375/- AVE. NUMBER OF RUNNERS PER RACE - 7.75

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SUMMARY:

SUSPENSION/ FINE (S)	R.5(216)	Tr.S.S.Shah – fined Rs.2,000/-
	R.6(217)	Jockeys Neeraj Rawal – fined Rs.3,000/- and C.S.Jodha – fined Rs.5,000/- (whip offence)
	R.8(219)	Joc.Akash Agarwal – fined Rs.2,000/-
ACTION ON HORSE/S	R.2(213)	BRYNHILL & DEEP DIVER (Hung in) – remedial measures
	R.3(214)	VOLANTIS (Hung out) – remedial measures
	R.4(215)	TOMAHAWK – to be shown to the satisfaction of the Starter at morning starting trials. FOUNDATION (Sore) – to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. PHILADELPHIA (Hung in) – remedial measures
	R.5(216)	SOLO MISSION (ran erratic) – remedial measures
	R.6(217)	KOAL – to be shown to the satisfaction of the Starter at morning starting trials
	R.8(219)	RIOT OF COLOURS – to be shown to the satisfaction of the Starter at morning starting trials DUBROVNIK (Sore) – to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. MOTHERLAND (inclined to run out) – remedial measures

ADDITIONAL REPORTS :

RE : ENQUIRY INTO THE RUNNING AND RIDING OF “FREE SPEECH” IN RACE NO 200 - THE HUNTING MEMORIES PLATE - RUN ON 1^ST MARCH, 2017 :

Trainer H.J.Antia and Jockey G.Amit were questioned immediately after the race in the above connection. Trainer H.J.Antia stated that he had instructed Jockey G.Amit to take a good jump and if the horse is keen then go to the front or else to sit in 2^nd/3^rd position and to do his best. Further, he had specifically told the Jockey to keep in mind that FREE SPEECH is a lazy horse and he needed the whip to win the race, therefore, he should use the whip on the horse at least 4 to 5 times and he would not mind even if goes up to the maximum permissible limit of 8 times. Trainer H.J.Antia said that he had declared Jockey G.Amit since this horse required the whip or else he would have declared his own apprentice and claimed 5 kg allowance. He said that Jockey G.Amit had disregarded his instructions and not used the whip even once and he was not satisfied with the Jockey’s riding.

When questioned, Jockey G. Amit initially stated that he was told not to use the whip but thereafter said that he was told to use the whip 2 or 3 times. Subsequently he said that he felt the horse did not need the whip as he was moving well without the whip and therefore he only rode out hands and heels.

Trainer H.J.Antia and Jockey G.Amit were again questioned on 2^nd March, 2017. When confronted with the Trainer’s instructions, Jockey G.Amit admitted that the Trainer had told him that FREE SPEECH was a lazy horse and he should use the whip on the horse up to the stipulated 8 times which was the permissible limit. He said that coming into the straight he had his whip in the left hand but this being only his third ride with the whip, he was still not comfortable using the whip with the left hand and also, he was scared to change his whip hand. When asked as to why he carried the whip in the left hand when he was more comfortable using it with the right hand, he had no plausible explanation.

The video recording of Race No.200 was viewed and Trainer H.J.Antia said that the Jockey should have gone for his whip in the straight which he failed to do and that he was not satisfied with the Jockey’s riding.

Thereafter, the video recording of Race No.199, where Jockey G.Amit finished 2^nd on SILVER EDGE, was viewed. It was observed that in this race the Jockey had kept his whip in the left hand and thereafter changed the whip to the right hand and used it comfortably. The Stipendiary Stewards further reported that there was a drift in odds on FREE SPEECH from 7/2 to 5/1.

The Stewards of the Club at their meeting held on 9^th March, 2017 interviewed Trainer H.J.Antia and Jockey G.Amit in the above connection and having heard them and having viewed the video of the race, the Stewards were not satisfied with the explanation tendered by Jockey G.Amit and held him guilty of unsatisfactory riding. Therefore, the Stewards decided to suspend his Jockey’s license w.e.f. 25^th March, 2017 to 9^th April, 2017 (both days inclusive) for unsatisfactory riding on his mount FREE SPEECH in Race No.200 (permitted to ride work/mock race).

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MORNING TRACK WORK ON 10^TH MARCH, 2017:

The Sr. V.O. reported that after morning track work on 10^th March, 2017 DIVINE SPARK was observed to have broken a blood vessel. The gelding is not to race for the stipulated ban period of four weeks and has to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. before next accepting to race.

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RE: ALLEGED ACCEPTANCE OF ILLEGAL RACE BETS BY MR. DEVAN JHAVERI AT THE PUNE RACE COURSE DURING BANGALORE/CALCUTTA RACES ON 17^TH DECEMBER, 2016:

The Stewards of the Club at their meeting held on Sunday, 12^th March, 2017 have decided to exclude the under-mentioned person from the premises of the racecourse, Mumbai/Pune and all other places wherever the Rules of Racing of this Club are in force, w.e.f. 13/03/2017 till 12/03/2022 :-

MR.DEVAN JHAVERI,

FLOWER VALLEY CO-OP HSG.

WANOWRIE,

PUNE.

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RE: ALLEGED ACCEPTANCE OF ILLEGAL RACE BETS BY MR.AMARLAL DWARKADAS PUNJABI AT THE MUMBAI RACE COURSE DURING HYDERABAD RACES ON 26^TH DECEMBER, 2016 :

MR.AMARLAL DWARKADAS PUNJABI,

A/8 GULMURG CO-OP HSG. SOCIETY,

CHEMBUR NAKA,

R.C.MARG,

CHEMBUR, MUMBAI – 71.

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SAMPLES RESULTS:

The urine sample of the following runners has been reported NEGATIVE for the presence of prohibited substance/s :-

18/02/2017 - ORACLE, GO MARISA GO, LUCAS, CYCLONE, BOHEMIAN, OSCILLATION

19/02/2017 - DANSE DEBONAIRE, STREETJAMMER, BOTTEGA LOUIE, GLORIOUS EYES

The urine sample of the following horses has been reported NEGATIVE for the presence of Anabolic Steroids and Sex Hormones:

20/02/2017 - VERONESE

24/02/2017 - VALENTINO, SHIP ROCK

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Mumbai : 13^th March, 2017.