ROYAL WESTERN INDIA TURF CLUB, LTD.
PUNE MEETING 2017, THIRD DAY, SATURDAY, 5th AUGUST, 2017.
(PENETROMETER – 3.8; GOING: GOOD)
RACE DAY REPORTS
RAILS WERE PLACED 6 METRES AWAY FROM THE ORIGINAL POINT FROM 1200 METRES CHUTE UP TO 1000 METRES AND THEREAFTER 7 METRES AWAY UP TO THE WINNING POST. FOR THE RACES STARTING FROM THE BACK STRETCH, RAILS WERE PLACED 2 METRES AWAY FROM THE ORIGINAL POINT FROM 1300 METRES, 4 METRES AWAY AT 1200 METRES AND 6 METRES AWAY UP TO 1000 METRES.
RACE NO.1(17) – THE AIR DASH PLATE : (About) 1400 Metres – 7 Runners
ALFONSO (Dashrath Singh) jumped out throwing its head thus losing about 2 lengths at the start.
Passing the 200 metres, COMMANDPERFORMANCE (P. Trevor) shifted out under urgings. Thereafter, again at about 150 metres, the gelding shifted out on to BLAVATSKY (Neeraj Rawal), who in turn shifted out thereby inconveniencing ALFONSO (Dashrath Singh). After questioning, Jockey P. Trevor has been fined Rs.2,000/- for failing to change his whip hand despite his mount shifting out.
Jockey Neeraj Rawal (BLAVATSKY) was observed to have used the whip in excess of the prescribed limit on his mount. On questioning, Jockey Neeraj Rawal stated that his mount had shifted out due to the outward movement of COMANDPERFORMANCE (P. Trevor) who was racing alongside and he had used the whip to deter his mount from shifting out and causing interference to ALFONSO (Dashrath Singh) who was racing on his outside. As such, no action has been initiated against Jockey Neeraj Rawal.
Jockey Dashrath Singh (ALFONSO) has been fined Rs.3,000/- for using the whip in excess of the prescribed limit on his mount, this being his first offence.
After the race, Jockey T. S. Jodha (DUSKY SIREN) reported that his mount hung in throughout the race, more so from the 600 metres. Trainer Subhag Singh has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the filly.
An objection was lodged by Jockey Dashrath Singh, the rider of ALFONSO (Placed Second) against BLAVATSKY (Neeraj Rawal, Placed First). The reason being, nearing the 100 metres post, his mount was travelling very well and came alongside BLAVATSKY at which point, BLAVATSKY came on to him due to which he had to break the momentum by checking his mount, despite which the gelding made a re-run and lost by a neck ,
After considering the submissions made by the Jockeys concerned in conjunction with that of the Stipendiary Stewards and relying on their judgment, the Stewards decided to over-rule the objection.
After the race, DUSKY SIREN and COMMANDPERFORMANCE were trotted and found to be sound. DUSKY SIREN had an abrasion at the left side saddle and BLAVATSKY had a cut injury at the left fore fetlock.
RACE NO.2(18) – THE STRENGTHTOSTRENGTH PLATE: (About) 1400 Metres – 6 Runners
CHIZZLER (A. Sandesh) jumped out slow losing about 2 lengths at the start.
At the start, SPIRIDON (A. Imran Khan, dr.2) jumped outwards on to DANCING PRINCE (R. Shelar, dr.3).
Jockey A. Imran Khan (SPIRIDON) has been fined Rs.3,000/- for using the whip in excess of the prescribed limit on his mount.
The Sr. V.O. reported that whilst returning after the race, CHIZZLER was found to be sore by the left fore leg. Since the gelding was not able to walk, he was sent to the Equine Hospital in the Horse Ambulance for further investigation. Subsequently, the Equine Hospital reported that left fore tendon sonography revealed that the gelding had suspensory desmitis and tendinitis. The gelding has to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. before next accepting to race.
RACE NO.3(19) – THE FINE ARROW PLATE:(About) 1600 Metres – 7 Runners
At the start, GLORIOSUS (P. Trevor dr. 6) jumped inwards and made contact with IMPERIAL HERITAGE (S. A. Amit dr. 5).
After the race, on being questioned, Jockey P. Trevor (GLORIOSUS) stated that he found his mount flat footed in the straight and dropped back despite his efforts.
After the race, Jockey C. S. Jodha (PRETTY ANGEL) reported that his mount did not raise a the fluent gallop throughout the race.
After the race, GLORIOSUS was trotted and found to be sound but having a cut injury at the right hind pastern and coronet. At the behest of the trainer, GLORIOSUS was scoped at the Equine Hospital after the race and was found to have guttural pouch empgema (Gr.II).
After the race, PRETTY ANGEL was trotted and found to be sound.
RACE NO.4(20) – THE POTENTIAL CHAMPION PLATE: (About) 1000 Metres – 7 Runners
IN VINO VERITAS (A. M. Tograllu) jumped out slow and thereafter did not raise an effective gallop. Trainer S. Waheed 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.
At the start, HANLON’S RAZOR (J. Chinoy, dr. 4) jumped outwards and at the same time CLYMENE (A. Sandesh, dr.5) shifted in and made contact with each other.
After the race, Jockey Yash Narredu (LADY ALMEDA) reported that his mount hung out during the race. Trainer M. Narredu has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the filly.
After the race, Jockey Neeraj Rawal (OUTSTANDING) reported that his mount hung out in the straight. Trainer S. K. Sunderji has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the filly.
The Equine Hospital reported that JACKPOT had left eye injury. The eye was partially open with lacrimation.
The Sr. V.O. reported that OUTSTANDING was examined at the stables in the morning on 06/08/2017 and found to be sound in the trot. The filly had left eye injury.
The Sr. V.O. reported that TRUE GRIT was examined at the stables in the morning on 06/08/2017 at the request of the trainer and found to have eye injury.
After the race, LADY ALMEDA was observed to have an abrasion at the right fore and right hind fetlock and injury at both side saddle.
RACE NO.5(21) – THE AUGUST HANDICAP : (About) 1400 Metres – 6 Runners
WE BREAK THE RULES (Neeraj Rawal) was reluctant to be stalled. Trainer C. D. Katrak 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, CAPRISCA (P. Trevor, dr. 4) jumped inwards and was steadied.
Approaching the 100 metres, GLYNDEBOURNE (A. Sandesh) shifted in thereby tightening WE BREAK THE RULES (Neeraj Rawal) along the rails. On questioning, Jockey A. Sandesh stated that his mount leaned inwards despite his efforts. Trainer Vishal Gaikwad has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the filly.
After the race, Jockey P. Trevor (CAPRISCA) reported that his mount hung-in in the straight. Tr. Imtiaz A.Sait has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the colt.
After the race, GLYNDEBOURNE was trotted and found to be sound but having an abrasion at the left hind fetlock.
RACE NO.6(22) – THE D.K.ASHISH TROPHY: (About) 1200 Metres – 10 Runners
Passing 800 metres, Jockey Amyn Merchant (IRISH BOSS) shifted in due to which HUZZAH'S GRACE (J. Chinoy) shied inwards thereby bumping and tightening EMOTIONLESS (Yash Narredu) along the rails and forcing the latter to be checked and drop back. After questioning, Jockey Amyn Merchant has been suspended w.e.f. 20th August, 2017 to 26th August, 2017 (both days inclusive) for careless riding (permitted to ride work/mock race).
Approaching 500 metres, LILIBETH (Dashrath Singh) was hampered for room along the rails and had to be checked.
In the final stages of the race, LILIBETH (Dashrath Singh) shifted in under pressure and went across KODIAC QUEEN (D. S. Daman) Jockey Dashrath Singh has been cautioned.
The Equine Hospital reported that LILIBETH had right eye injury (corneal opacity).
After the race, SILK BABY was found to have a gum injury.
RACE NO.7(23) – THE RUBEN STAR PLATE : (About) 1400 Metres – 13 Runners
RITZ (J. Chinoy) jumped out slow losing about 4 lengths at the start. Trainer Imtiaz A. Sait 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.
At the start, DIABLO (K. Nazil, dr. 5) jumped outwards onto DIVINE SOLITAIRE (P. Trevor, dr. 6), who in turn shifted out thereby inconveniencing SIMONA (App. S. J. Sunil, dr. 7) and RAPID GIRL (App. D. S. Daman, dr. 8).
The Equine Hospital reported that RAPID GIRL had right eye injury with lacrimation and ANGEL OF LOVE had left eye injury - the eye was partially open with lacrimation.
After the race, RARE SILVER, DIVINE SOLITARIE and ROYAL ÉCLAIR were trotted and found to be sound.
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The urine samples of the winner of the 1st, 4th and 6th race, viz. BLAVATSKY, CLYMENE and LILIBETH, and the special sample of GLORIOSUS (3rd race), were collected for detection of prohibited substance.
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TOTAL NUMBER OF RACES - 7 TOTAL NUMBER OF RUNNERS - 56
TOTAL STAKES - Rs.24,68,250/- AVE. NUMBER OF RUNNERS PER RACE - 8
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SUMMARY:
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SUSPENSION/ FINE (S) |
R.1(17) |
Joc. P. Trevor – fined Rs.2,000/- Joc. Dashrath Singh – fined Rs.3,000/- (whip offence) |
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R.2(18) |
Joc. A. Imran Khan – fined Rs.3,000/- |
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R.6(22) |
Joc. Amyn Merchant – sus. w.e.f. 20th August, 2017 to 26th August, 2017 |
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ACTION ON HORSE/S |
R.1(17) |
DUSKY SIREN (Hung in) – remedial measures |
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R.2(18) |
CHIZZLER (Sore) – to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. |
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R.4(20) |
IN VINO VERITAS – to be shown to the satisfaction of the Starter at morning starting trials LADY ALMEDA & OUTSTANDING (Hung out) – remedial measures |
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R.5(21) |
WE BREAK THE RULES – to be shown to the satisfaction of the Starter at morning starting trials GLYNDEBOURNE (leaned inwards) and CAPRISCA (Hung in) – remedial measures |
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R.7(23) |
RITZ – to be shown to the satisfaction of the Starter at morning starting trials |
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PACIFIERS USED |
R.1(17) |
BLAVATSKY, ABU AL BUKHOOSH, DAZZLE N DAZE |
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R.2(18) |
DANCING PRINCE, LORD ARAZAN, SMART N NOBLE |
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R.3(19) |
SIMON SAYS, KING OF KILLEN, LADY BE GOOD, PRETTY ANGEL |
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R.4(20) |
LADY ALMEDA |
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R.5(21) |
SOLO MISSION, SWIFTNESS |
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R.6(22) |
FENCING |
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R.7(23) |
DIABLO, RAIN DANCE |
ADDITIONAL REPORT/S:
RACE NO.4 – THE A.J.WADIA PLATE (DIV.I) RUN ON 27th JULY, 2017:
Jockey A. Imran Khan (FURIOUS N’ FAST) was fined Rs. 3,000/- for the excessive use of whip on his mount. Subsequent to the fine, Jockey A. Imran Khan pointed out that the filly had hung-in in the straight and the same was used as a corrective measure. In view of the above, the fine been rescinded. Further Trainer Nirad Karanjawala has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting with his charge to race.
RE : MOCK RACE HELD AFTER THE RACES ON 5th AUGUST, 2017 :
The Sr. V.O. reported that HARVEY and TENERIFE were examined at the stables in the morning on 6th August, 2017 at the request of the trainer and both the horses were found to have an eye injury.
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RE : ENQUIRY INTO THE RUNNING AND RIDING OF “SNOW BLAST” IN RACE NO 2 - THE ARTS PLATE (DIV.II) - RUN ON 27th JULY, 2017 :
The Stipendiary Stewards reported that they had questioned Trainer Altaf Hussain and Jockey Vikram Jodha in the above connection. Tr. Altaf Hussain stated that he had instructed the Jockey to sit in 6th/7th position and to do his best. When asked for his observation with regard to the Jockey’s riding in the straight, Tr. Altaf Hussain said that the Jockey had ridden out the horse in the straight and he was satisfied with the riding.
Jockey Vikram Jodha confirmed the instructions and said that he had ridden out the horse all the way and had done his best. He added that the Trainer had also informed him before the race that the horse was running after one year and not to punish him. Trainer Altaf Hussain confirmed this statement and said that the horse was operated for his joints and was running after a long gap.
After having heard the submissions made and viewing the video recording of the race and keeping in mind that the horse was still a maiden, the Stipendiary Stewards took a lenient view and decided to suspend Jockey Vikram Jodha’s licence for 20th August, 2017 for riding an indifferent race and Tr. Altaf Hussain was fined Rs.10,000/- for tacit approval and was told to avail of the Mock Race if his horse was coming out of a long lay off.
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RE : ENQUIRY INTO THE RUNNING AND RIDING OF “BROTHERSOFTHEWIND” IN RACE NO 4 - THE A.J.WADIA PLATE (DIV.I) - RUN ON 27th JULY, 2017 :
The Stipendiary Stewards reported that they had questioned Trainer Vinesh and Jockey Hanumant Singh in the above connection. Trainer Vinesh stated that he had instructed the Jockey to take a good jump, settle the horse and to do his best in the straight. On being asked whether he meant that the horse was to be settled well up, Tr. Vinesh agreed. When asked about his observation of the race, Tr. Vinesh said that after the race the Jockey had informed him that the horse took an awkward jump and also he had received interference soon after the start due to which the horse had stumbled. He added that the Jockey had also advised him that the horse would be better off over a mile since he lacked early pace. When specifically questioned about the Jockey’s riding effort in the straight, Tr. Vinesh said that considering the calibre of the Jockey, he has ridden out the horse. He said that Jockey Hanumant Singh was working for him and he would be using his services in the future as well.
Jockey Hanumant Singh confirmed the instructions and added that the horse took an awkward jump and also he had received interference soon after the start due to which the horse had stumbled. He said that he had done his best.
Having heard the submissions made and viewing the video recording of the race, the Stipendiary Stewards were not satisfied with the explanation tendered by the Trainer and Jockey. In that, even giving Jockey Hanumant Singh the benefit of the doubt for the start, however, considering that in the race in question he rode the horse contrary to its running pattern wherein he made no attempt to sit in a forward position and was not vigorous in the straight, he was suspended for 20th August, 2017 (permitted to ride work/mock race) for riding an indifferent race and Tr. Vinesh was fined Rs.10,000/- for tacit approval.
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RE : ENQUIRY INTO THE RUNNING AND RIDING OF “SKY MINE” IN RACE NO 7 - THE P.HADOW TROPHY - RUN ON 27th JULY, 2017 :
The Stipendiary Stewards reported that they had questioned Trainer Imtiaz A. Sait and Jockey C. S. Jodha in the above connection. Trainer Imtiaz A. Sait stated that he had instructed the Jockey to hit the front if the filly was going to the front on her own or else to sit well up and to do his best in the straight. Jockey C. S. Jodha confirmed the instructions.
The video recording of the race was viewed and when asked for his observations of the race, Tr. Imtiaz A. Sait said that although the filly had worked very well, he was of the opinion that she was racing on this underfoot condition for the first time, was drawn badly and may not have liked being chased to the front in the early part. He added that the filly had coughed a couple of times soon after the race and was running after a long break, hence he got her examined by Dr. Prashant Wandhare the next day, who after carrying out an endoscopic examination made certain observations and suggested to use a Tongue Strap and Cross Nose Band in her future engagements. He said that since the filly was already sporting a Tongue Strap, he would also use a Cross Nose Band on her in the future
Jockey C. S. Jodha, when asked whether he had anything more to add, he said that the filly was moving well on the bit but when he asked for an effort in the straight, she started leaning inwards and was found wanting and not responding. Jockey C. S. Jodha was informed that he should have reported the matter to the Stipes and not waited to be called.
After having heard the submissions made and viewing the video recording of the race the explanation tendered by the Trainer and Jockey was noted for future reference.
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RE : ENQUIRY INTO THE RUNNING AND RIDING OF “FRIVOLOUS” IN RACE NO 11 - THE GAEA PLATE - RUN ON 28th JULY, 2017 :
The Stipendiary Stewards reported that on being questioned immediately after the race, Jockey Yash Narredu stated that his instructions were to ride his own race, come home the shortest way and to do his best. He added that he was informed that the horse was running after a long lay off. Trainer M. Narredu confirmed the instructions and to a question stated that next time out he would ask the Jockey to sit well up.
Trainer M. Narredu and Jockey Yash Narredu were again questioned on 2nd August, 2017 and before commencement of the enquiry, Tr. M. Narredu was informed that it had been brought to the knowledge of the Stipendiary Stewards that FRIVOLOUS had sustained eye injuries, however, an enquiry has been initiated into the running and riding of the horse.
Trainer M. Narredu was reminded that his instructions were recorded after the race and the Stipes were of the opinion that he should have been more specific in his instructions to the Jockey. Tr. M. Narredu stated that this horse has generally been a bad starter and considering the position the Jockey found himself after the start, he had no option but to ride from there. He added that the horse was racing after a long gap since he had a stress fracture. On being pointed out that the Jockey should have made an effort to improve his position earlier, Tr. M. Narredu reiterated that due to the poor start, the Jockey was caught in that particular position and thereafter had nowhere to go and was forced to ride his race from there. He added that in all his past races the horse has been tardy coming out of the gates.
The video recording of all the previous starts of FRIVOLOUS was viewed.
After having heard the submissions made and viewing the video recording of the race in question as also its previous starts including the starting gate camera, going through the Medical and Work Log Books and considering the medical history of the horse as also the Report from the Club’s Vet and having scrutinized the betting sheets, the Stipendiary Stewards reported Jockey Yash Narredu to the Stewards for riding an ill-judged race and Trainer M. Narredu for not giving specific riding instructions to his Jockey. From the previous races, it was evident that the horse takes a good jump and normally settled in a reasonably forward position. However, in the race in question, Jockey Yash Narredu made no effort to get into a good position on an On Money favourite.
The Stewards of the Club at their meeting held on 5th August, 2017 interviewed Trainer M. Narredu and Jockey Yash Narredu in the above connection and having heard them and having viewed the race, were not satisfied with the explanation tendered by Jockey Yash Narredu. However, keeping in mind that there was no drift in odds, the Stewards gave him the benefit of the doubt for the charge of “unsatisfactory riding” and decided to suspend his Jockey’s license w.e.f. 26th August, 2017 to 3nd September, 2017 (both days inclusive) for riding an ill-judged race (permitted to ride work/mock race).
Further, the Stewards were also not satisfied with the explanation tendered by Trainer M. Narredu. However, keeping in mind the overall circumstances of the case, they decided to only caution him for not giving specific riding instructions to the Jockey instead of fining him as recommended by the Stipes.
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RE : ENQUIRY INTO THE RUNNING AND RIDING OF “DANCING PRINCE” IN RACE NO 15 - THE ZAHRA PLATE - RUN ON 28th JULY, 2017 :
The Stipendiary Stewards reported that they had questioned Trainer M. Narredu and Jockey J. E. Pereira in the above connection. Trainer M. Narredu stated that he had instructed the Jockey to take a good jump and not to shift out at the start, sit wherever comfortable and coming round the final bend give him a chance, not to go wide and to do his best in the straight. When asked for his observation of the race, Tr. M. Narredu said that the Jockey could have been more vigorous and may be, he could have given a couple of more cracks in the straight. Jockey J. E. Pereira confirmed the instructions and stated that the horse was hanging out and he had done his best.
To a question, Trainer M. Narredu stated that since the Jockey had argued that the horse was hanging, he did not report the matter to the Stipes.
The video recording of the race was viewed and to a specific question on his riding effort in the straight, Jockey J. E. Pereira reiterated that the horse was hanging out and he had ridden out.
After having heard the submissions made and viewing the video recording of the race, the Stipendiary Stewards were not satisfied with the explanation tendered by Jockey J. E. Pereia and decided to suspend his Jockey’s license for 20th August, 2017 for riding an indifferent race (permitted to ride work/mock race) and Tr. M. Narredu was cautioned for failing to report to the Stipendiary Stewards after the race, his dissatisfaction with the Jockey’s riding effort in the straight.
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SAMPLES - RESULTS:
The urine sample of the following horses has been reported NEGATIVE for the presence of Anabolic Steroids and Sex Hormones:
29/06/2017 - MASTER OF TRINITY, ET VIOLA, TOLERENCE
07/07/2017 - CRISTO BOSS, ADVANCE TO CONTACT, CEZANNE, THE CIVILIAN, ISOLA BELLA,
ALISHA’S PET, REPLICA, JACK DAN, NELSON’S BLOOD, ALYATIES, EMILIA
ROMAGNA, SPONTANEOUS EDDIE, CAPRISCA, PRETTY PEACH, POWERHAUS,
CARNIVAL, LADY BE GOOD, DOUBLE DOWN, TOWER BRIDGE
18/07/2017 - MULTINATIONAL, ONE EYED PRINCESS, JACKPOT, HIROHAMA, PRETTY ANGEL,
ETTIHAAD, BLITZKRIEG, DIVINE HOPE, DIBABA, DEMOCRAT, GOLDEN ORCHID,
ZANARA, PALATIAL, ICE DANCER, DANCING PRINCE, DIXIELAND, IT’S A DEAL
19/07/2017 - MYGRATOR, LA MAGNIFIQUE, MASTER OF STUDIES, OSLO COURT
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Pune: 7th August, 2017