ROYAL WESTERN INDIA TURF CLUB, LTD.
PUNE MEETING 2016, NINTH DAY, SATURDAY, 17th SEPTEMBER, 2016.
(PENETROMETER: 4.0; GOING: GOOD)
RACE DAY REPORTS
RAILS WERE PLACED 4 METRES AWAY FROM ITS ORIGINAL POINT AT 1200 METRES CHUTE, AT ITS ORIGINAL POINT FROM 1000 METRES UP TO THE WINNING POST. FOR THE RACES STARTING FROM THE BACK STRETCH, RAILS WERE PLACED 5 METRES AWAY FROM THE ORIGINAL POINT AT 2200 METRES, 8 METRES AWAY AT 1600 METRES, 7 METRES AWAY AT 1400 METRES, 5 METRES AWAY AT 1200 METRES AND AT ITS ORIGINAL POINT AT 1000 METRES.
RACE NO.1 (116) – THE ADAM’S TREASURE PLATE (DIV.I): (About) 1200 Metres – 9 Runners
At the start, ERDEMIR (S. Sunil, dr.1) jumped outwards and brushed the haunches of RAASCALLA (C. Umesh, dr.2).
At the start, STAR WITNESS (Akshay Gaikwad, dr. 6) jumped outwards onto WILDHORN (N. S. Parmar, dr. 7), who in turn shifted out and went across MASTERMARKSMAN (Bhawani Singh, dr.8) who was slow to begin.
Approaching 300 metres, AMICUS CURIAE (Dashrath Singh) shifted out and made contact with WILDHORN (N. S. Parmar).
Approaching 200 metres, Jockey C. Umesh (RAASCALLA) was observed to have fumbled with the whip. On questioning, he stated that his whip nearly fell out of his hands but he recovered the same.
After the race, Jockey N. S. Parmar (WILDHORN) reported that turning for home his mount was inclined to run out and had to be steadied.
An enquiry has been initiated into the running and riding of ERDEMIR and a report will be submitted shortly.
After the race, MASTERMARKSMAN was trotted and found to be sound. SPORTING SPIRIT had lost its right fore plate and AMICUS CURIAE had a gum injury.
RACE NO.2 (117) – THE CARDINAL TROPHY: (About) 1600 Metres – 9 Runners
At the start, DIVINE SOLITAIRE (R. Shelar dr. 6) jumped outwards on to GENERAL’S SONG (C. Umesh dr. 7).
At the start, RAPID GIRL (App. S. A. Amit, dr. 4) and JACKNIFE (J. Chinoy, dr. 5) were observed to have jostled.
Soon after the start, DIVINE SOLITAIRE (R. Shelar) who was racing between JACKNIFE (J.Chinoy) and RIVER DANCE (Suraj Narredu), was tightened for room and was steadied.
GENERAL’S SONG (C. Umesh) was observed to have trailed the field. Trainer Vinay Lagad has been asked to ensure that his charge runs with the field next time.
After the race, GENERAL’S SONG was observed to have an abrasion at the left hind bulb of heel and RAPID GIRL had an abrasion at the left fore bulb of heel. MARISKA and EPSILON ORIONIS (examined on 18/09/2016) were found to be sound.
RACE NO.3(118) – THE B. K. LAGAD MEMORIAL GOLD TROPHY (DIV.II): (About) 1000 Metres – 8 Runners
ALLORA (A. Sandesh) took a fly jump.
At the start, JIMBO (N. S. Parmar, dr. 7) jumped out awkwardly throwing its head up.
After the race, Jockey P. Trevor (KINGS CANYON) reported that his mount hung-in in the straight. Trainer Vishal Gaikwad has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the gelding.
Jockey Suraj Narredu (ABBEY) was observed to have used the whip in excess of the prescribed limit. However, as the same was used as a corrective measure, no action has been initiated.
After the race, KINGS CANYON was trotted and found to be sound.
RACE NO.4 (119) – THE FLAMING ACE PLATE: (About) 1400 Metres – 14 Runners
MAJESTIC HONEY (C. S. Jodha) jumped out slow, losing about 5 lengths at the start. Trainer Himmat Singh 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, LEOTHEFIERCEHORSE (App. Vishal N. Bunde, dr. 14) was observed to have taken a fly jump.
At the start, DAZZLE N DAZE (App. Parbat Singh, dr. 2) shifted out and made contact with ENSIGN (Santosh G., dr. 3)
Approaching 500 metres, SAMURAI (Akshay Gaikwad) shifted in thereby tightening ENSIGN (Santosh G.) and DAZZLE N DAZE (App. Parbat Singh). On questioning, the Jockey stated that his mount hung in. Trainer A. M. Jadhav has been asked to take remedial measure before next accepting to race the gelding.
Turning for home, ENSIGN (Santosh G.) drifted out and had to be steadied. Trainer Nazak Chenoy has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the mare.
After the race, BALCHANDRA was observed to have broken a blood vessel and is not to race for the stipulated ban period of four weeks. The gelding has to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. before next accepting to race.
After the race, COLEY was observed to have an abrasion at both hind fetlocks. SAMURAI, GOLD STREAK and ENSIGN (examined on 18/09/2016) were found to be sound.
RACE NO.5(120) – THE ACCESS ALL AREAS PLATE: (About) 2000 Metres – 8 Runners
At the request of Trainer Dallas Todywalla, GOLDEN ORCHID was examined at 0820 hours on 16/09/2016 and was found to be sore by the left fore leg due to capped elbow. As such, the filly was certified unfit to race and was withdrawn on Veterinary grounds. The filly has to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. before next accepting to race.
Passing the 1600 metres, CIGARELLO (Kishore Kadam) and VOLANTIS (Suraj Narredu) were observed to have jostled.
The Sr. V.O. reported that NIGHT FURY played up and had a fall on the way to the starting gate, as such, the filly was withdrawn on veterinary grounds, before coming under the Starter’s order.
After the race, CIGARELLO 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, BRAZOS, TOMAHAWK, VULCAN, TROMBONE and VOLANTIS were trotted and found to be sound. VULCAN had an abrasion at the right hind pastern.
RACE NO.6(121) – THE PROTEUS PLATE : (About) 1800 Metres – 6 Runners
Approaching 200 metres, SHE IS SPECIAL (S. Zervan) shifted in thereby tightening MAGIC IN THE AIR (App. S. A. Amit) along the rails.
Jockey S. J. Sunil (GLORIOUS OPINION) was observed to have used the whip in excess of the prescribed limit. However, as the same was used as a corrective measure, no action has been initiated.
After the race, SAN MARTINO, SHE IS SPECIAL and MAGIC IN THE AIR were trotted and found to be sound.
RACE NO.7(122) – THE B.K.LAGAD MEMORIAL GOLD TROPHY (DIV.I): (About) 1000 Metres – 8 Runners
At the request of Trainer S. K. Sunderji, DESERT RAGE was examined at 1010 hours on 16/09/2016 and was found to have cut injuries on the left quarter, left shoulder and elbow. As such, the mare was certified unfit to race and was withdrawn on Veterinary grounds. The Trainer is required to obtain a Fitness Certificate for the mare from the Club’s V.O. before next accepting to race.
MISS ARAZAN (Suraj Narredu) was reluctant to be stalled and thereafter was restless in the stall. Trainer M. Narredu 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.
Approaching 600 metres, STARDOM CALLING (P. Kamlesh) shifted in and at the same time CANNONBALL RUN (P. Trevor) shifted out, due to which MISS ARAZAN (Suraj Narredu) had to be checked.
After the race, Jockey Suraj Narredu (MISS ARAZAN) reported that his mount was inclined to run out from the 600 metres. Trainer M. Narredu has been asked to take remedial Measures before next accepting to race the filly.
After the race, MISS ARAZAN was trotted and found to be sound. Subsequently, at the request of the Trainer, MISS ARAZAN was scoped at the Equine Hospital and found to be EIPH (Gr.3). The filly is not to race for the stipulated period of four weeks and has to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. before next accepting to race.
RACE NO.8(123) – THE ADAM’S TREASURE PLATE (DIV.II): (About) 1200 Metres – 9 Runners
SPORTO (Kavraj Singh) jumped out and veered towards the outside thereby losing about 5 lengths at the start. Trainer Adhirajsingh Jodha 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, KNIGHT AT ARMS (C. Umesh, dr.4) shifted in thereby inconveniencing TRAVIESO (Neeraj Rawal, dr.3).
Soon after the start JULIANO (S. J. Sunil, dr.8) shifted in and went across YELLOW DIAMOND (N. S. Parmar, dr.7) who had to be steadied. Jockey S. J. Sunil has been cautioned.
An objection was lodged by Jockey Kavraj Singh, rider of SPORTO (Placed Second) against TRAVIESO (Neeraj Rawal, Placed First). The reason being, at the two furlong marker, TRAVIESO started drifting out and came on to him and after being corrected, TRAVIESO again drifted out and that cost him a certain race.
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.
An enquiry has been initiated into the running and riding of SPORTO and a report will be submitted shortly.
After the race, WAR PONY was observed to have broken a blood vessel and is not to race for the stipulated ban period of four weeks. The filly has to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. before next accepting to race.
After the race, JULIANO and SPORTO were trotted and found to be sound
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The post race urine sample of the winners of all races viz. SPORTING SPIRIT (1st race), RIVER DANCE (2nd race), LADY DANEHILL (3rd race), ROYAL ÉCLAIR (4th race), VULCAN (5th race), HIGHLAND BREEZE (6th race), DON CORLEONE (7th race) and TRAVIESO (8th race), and the special sample of MISS ARAZAN (7th race), were collected for detection of prohibited substance.
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TOTAL NUMBER OF RACES - 8 TOTAL NUMBER OF RUNNERS - 71
TOTAL STAKES - Rs.27,80,000/- AVE. NUMBER OF RUNNERS PER RACE - 8.87
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SUMMARY:
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SUSPENSION/ FINE (S) |
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ACTION ON HORSE/S |
R.2(117) |
GENERAL’S SONG (trailed the field) – Trainer to ensure that the horse runs with the field next time |
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R.3(118) |
KINGS CANYON (Hung in) – remedial measures |
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R.4(119) |
BALCHANDRA (Blood Vessel) – stopped for four weeks and to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. MAJESTIC HONEY – to be shown to the satisfaction of the Starter at morning starting trials SAMURAI (Hung in) & ENSIGN (drift out at the turn) – remedial measures |
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R.5(120) |
GOLDEN ORCHID & CIGARELLO (Sore) to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. |
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R.7(122) |
DESERT RAGE – Fitness Certificate from Club’s V.O. required MISS ARAZAN - 1) (EIPH GR.3) – stopped for four weeks and to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. 2) To be shown to the satisfaction of the Starter at morning starting trials; 3) (inclined to run out from 600 metres) – remedial measures |
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R.8(123) |
WAR PONY (Blood Vessel) – stopped for four weeks and to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. SPORTO – to be shown to the satisfaction of the Starter at morning starting trials |
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PACIFIERS USED |
R.1(116) |
SPORTING SPIRIT, WILDHORN, HIT IT A BOMB, STAR WITNESS |
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R.2(117) |
JACKNIFE, DIVINE SOLITAIRE, RIVER DANCE, WINDHOEK |
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R.3(118) |
JIMBO, WIND CRAFT, TINOGONA |
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R.4(119) |
THE OTHER SONG, MATRIOSHKA, ENSIGN, BALCHANDRA, GOLD STREAK |
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R.5(120) |
BRAZOS, RAEES, TOMAHAWK, VULCAN |
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R.6(121) |
SAN MARTINO, GLORIOUS OPINION, HIGHLAND BREEZE |
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R.7(122) |
STARDOM CALLING, BATMAN, SUNNY SEA, PALACE GIRL, MARCUS AURELIUS |
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R.8(123) |
JULIANO, ROMAN GOLD, SPORTO, TRAVIESO, FASHIONABLE GAIT, WAR PONY |
ADDITIONAL REPORTS:
RE: ENQUIRY INTO THE RUNNING AND RIDING OF “UNCLE SCROOGE” IN RACE NO.55 - THE SAINT EMILION PLATE (2400 METRES) - RUN ON 20th AUGUST, 2016 :
Immediately after the race, Jockey P. Trevor came and reported that Jockey Yash Narredu (KOMANDANT) had knocked him out at the start which had inconvenienced him and caused him to lose a lot of ground.
After questioning Tr. M. K. Jadhav and viewing along with the Trainer, the race in question as also the horse’s previous races, the Stipendiary Stewards were of the opinion that despite the interference at the start (giving it due weightage), Jockey P. Trevor could have sat in a better position like he had done in the previous winning race in Mumbai and made his challenge and the horse may have won the race.
When asked for his opinion of the Jockey’s riding, Trainer M. K. Jadhav said that Jockey P. Trevor was a top Jockey and he would be in a better position to answer that, however, he was satisfied with the Jockey’s riding keeping in mind the bad interference at the start.
Jockey P. Trevor confirmed the instructions and stated that soon after the start, KOMANDANT (Yash Narredu) had shifted out and took him wide, which may have cost him 4 to 5 lengths and thereafter, he had settled his mount. When questioned as to why he had not made an effort to cover up the lost ground, he said that if he had hurried the gelding, he may have got very keen and he would have found it difficult to settle the horse. He added that passing the 5 furlongs, he had started niggling at the horse and thereafter gave him a backhander to get him going but the gelding had not shown the same turn of foot as he did in Mumbai.
The matter was reported to the Stewards for such action as deemed fit.
The Stewards of the Club at their meeting held on 17th September, 2016 interviewed Trainer M. K. Jadhav and Jockey P. Trevor in the above connection. Having heard the submissions made, having viewed the race several times and having deliberated the matter, the Stewards decided that no action was called for.
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RE: ENQUIRY INTO THE RUNNING AND RIDING OF “DIVINE MAGIC” (DRAWN. 2) IN RACE NO.84 - THE ALGECIRAS PLATE (DIV-I), RUN ON SUNDAY 28th AUGUST 2016:
Trainer Imtiaz A. Sait and Jockey Dashrath Singh were questioned in connection with the above captioned matter. Trainer Imtiaz A. Sait stated that he had informed the Jockey that DIVINE MAGIC does not have initial speed, however, he should sit in a good position, start making his move from the 5 furlongs and coming into the straight to do his best. Jockey Dashrath Singh confirmed the instructions and added that he was also instructed not to hassle the colt.
On being questioned about his observation of the race, Tr. Sait said that at the start his horse was tightened by the horses drawn on either side, as a result he lost his initial position. Thereafter, he had gone out and coming into the straight he improved his position and had done his best. To a specific question, Tr. Sait said that he was satisfied with the riding efforts of the Jockey, as his body language shows that he had all intentions to win.
Jockey Dashrath Singh said that he had received interference at the start and could not hold his position and thereafter he had made his move from the outside and done his best. He added that he did not feel the need to use the whip as the colt was responding well to his urgings, however in the final stages of the race his mount hung in and that is when he used his whip.
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 as they felt:
1) The interference at the start as mentioned by the Trainer and Jockey was more of a jostle and had not impacted Jockey Dashrath Singh to the extent that he had to drop out to the rear end of the field.
2) In the straight, Jockey Dashrath Singh could have been more vigorous in his riding efforts.
As such, the matter was reported to the Stewards for such action as they deem fit for unsatisfactory running and riding of DIVINE MAGIC.
The Stewards of the Club at their meeting held on 17th September, 2016 interviewed Trainer Imtiaz A. Sait and Jockey Dashrath Singh in the above connection. Having considered the submissions made and having viewed the video of the race in normal as well slow motion, the Stewards were not satisfied with the explanation tendered by Jockey Dashrath Singh and held him guilty of unsatisfactory riding on his mount DIVINE MAGIC. In that, he was instructed to sit in a good position, start making his move from 1000 metres and do his best in the straight. Even
considering his statement that the horses drawn on his either side tightened him on jump out, however, the interference was more of a jostle and not impacted him to the extent that he had to drop out to the rear of the field. Further, he was not vigorous in his riding effort in the straight. He pulled out the whip in the final stages of the race and he unbalanced the horse for no apparent reason which cost him the race. Trainer Imtiaz A. Sait concurred with the Stewards view. Therefore, the Stewards decided to suspend his Jockey’s license w.e.f. 8th October, 2016 to 22nd October, 2016 (both days inclusive) for unsatisfactory riding (permitted to ride work/mock race).
Further, in this regard, the Stewards decided to caution Trainer Imtiaz A. Sait to report such matters to the Stipendiary Stewards at the earliest.
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RE : ENQUIRY INTO BREACH OF THE DISABILITIES IMPOSED ON THE TRAINER SUSPENDED UNDER THE MEDICATION RULES – HORSES TRASFERRED BY TRAINER ALTAMAASH A. AHMED TO TRAINER SANJAY KOLSE :
The Stewards of the Club at their meeting held on Saturday, 17th September, 2016 considered the evidence obtained by the Stipendiary Stewards in the above enquiry and interviewed Trainer Altamaash A. Ahmed and his Spokesperson, Ms Anita Khalakdina, as also Trainer Sanjay Kolse. Having enquired into the matter and having applied their minds to the entire facts and circumstances of the case and to all papers, proceedings reports and records and also having permitted Trainer Altamaash A. Ahmed/his Spokesperson to make submissions in the subject matter, found no concrete evidence to charge Tr. Altamaash A. Ahmed for directly or indirectly training the horses which he had transferred to Trainer Sanjay Kolse, during the period of his suspension. However, the Stewards held the view that there was sufficient circumstantial evidence to suggest that Trainer Altamaash A. Ahmed did have some involvement in the management of the said horses. Therefore, they decided to fine him a sum of Rs.15,000/-.
Further, the Stewards were also not entirely satisfied with the explanation tendered by Tr. Sanjay Kolse in this enquiry and decided to warn him that in future if he took charge of horses from a suspended trainer, he should be well versed with the Rules/Calendar Notifications in this regard and not allow outside intervention in the management/training of those horses.
The Stewards were also not entirely satisfied with the explanation tendered by Assistant, Mr. Jude Stephenson in the enquiry before the Stipendiary Stewards and decided to warn him for the future.
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RE : RACE NO.99 – THE NANA RAGHUNATH TROPHY RUN ON SUNDAY, 4th SEPTEMBER, 2016 – APP. RAGHUVEER SINGH, RIDER OF “BULLION EXPRESS” – REPORTED TO THE STEWARDS FOR SUCH ACTION AS DEEMED FIT FOR SHIFTING IN ON TO QUATRO AND TIGHTENING HIM ALONG THE RAILS, APPROACHING 100 METRES :
The Stewards of the Club at their meeting held on Saturday, 17th September, 2016 interviewed App. Raghuveer Singh who was accompanied by his Master, Tr. Imtiaz A. Sait. Having heard them and having viewed the video of the race in normal as well as slow motion, the Stewards were not entirely satisfied with the explanation tendered by App. Raghuveer Singh. However, keeping in mind that he was an upcoming Apprentice and also MIDNIGHT RUN (N. S. Parmar – Winner) had shifted in slightly whilst taking over the running and in anticipation App. Raghuveer Singh may have shifted in without realizing that QUATRO (App. S. Jaykumar) was on his inside, the Stewards decided to give him the benefit of a grave doubt for the charge of careless riding. However, he was warned that repetition of similar riding will entail severe disciplinary action.
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RACE NO. 105 – THE RAMBUS PLATE (DIV.I) RUN ON 10th SEPTEMBER, 2016:
Trainer Altaf Hussain has been fined a sum of Rs. 3,000/- for failing to submit submit the declaration form on time in respect of his charge, SHAOQING.
RACE NO.106 – THE AKKASAHEB MAHARAJ TROPHY (GR.3) RUN ON 10th SEPTEMBER, 2016:
SAMPLES - RESULTS:
Trainer Sharath Kumar has been fined a sum of Rs. 3,000/- for failing to submit the declaration form on time in respect of his charge, SMILE STONE.
The urine sample of the following runners has been reported NEGATIVE for the presence of prohibited substance/s:-
20/08/2016 - SEACRETS, SQUARE MOON, CHEF D’OEUVRE, UNFORGETTABLE YOU, JACKNIFE,
DON CORLEONE, MAGICAL DANCER, SAIL PAST
21/08/2016 - HOPE SPRINGS, NASCAR, COSTA SMERALDA, ARLENE, MAGNIFICENCE,
ETERNALINSPIRATION, MIND OF MADNESS
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The urine sample of the following horses has been reported NEGATIVE for the presence of Anabolic Steroids and Sex Hormones:
30/08/2016 - COURTSHIP, ET VIOLA
31/08/2016 - CHEERLEADER
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Pune: 23rd September, 2016