A sudden downpour immediately after the fourth race of the day rendered the winter track waterlogged and unsuitable for racing. The Stewards decided to postpone the remaining four races that included the Major P.K.Mehra Memorial Super Mile Cup, The Suresh Mahindra Multi Million Trophy and the big one, The Indian Turf Invitation Cup to Saturday 8^th March 2014. The authorities of the Bangalore Turf Club and the Royal Calcutta Turf Club readily agreed to accommodate Hyderabad, as they were originally scheduled to race on that day.

Of the four races that went through, two were bagged by firm favourites with the other two ones at more liberal odds. L.D’Silva trained Alameda (Amadeus Wolf-Bombala) which had found one better in all her four starts scored a run-away victory in the Asian Racing Federation Million, a seven furlongs race for 3 year old maiden horses that was framed to commemorate the visit of the members of the executive council of the ARF. After a quick jump out from the gates, Alameda preferred to settle in second behind Vijays Casper which showed intent to hit the front. Nearing the 600 metres board, Alameda surged ahead to take over the running and stretched out easily build up an undisputed lead. The favourite Fairwood Park ran on to be second, a ‘short head’ in front of Bold Majesty. Shivaliks Glory finished fourth. Make Me A Star was a non-starter in the race.

Bangalore raider Mannat (Multidimensional-Flowersoftheforest) from the stables of R.R.Byramji was victorious in the Mahalaxmi Race Course 130 Years Anniversary Million. Photomac came in first on the home stretch and started to build up on the lead. Mannat racing in about ninth position as the neared the last 600 metres began to make headway from around the field and with a resolute gallop on the extreme outside swept past all in front. Celtic King improved to finish second while Strike The Stars managed to pip Photomac for the third place. Jockey Imran Chisty was astride the winner Mannat.

M.Sathyanarayana trained City of Dreams (Mull of Kintyre-Serious Trouble) scored an encore in the opener, the Bangalore Turf Club Million. The favourite Ek Ek Ek set out in front on a start to finish mission. City of Dreams chased the leader till the last 400 metres and improved steadily to move alongside near the 300 metres. Galloping effortlessly, City of Dreams surged forward and won with more on hand. Field Commander rallied in late to take the second spot. Alankrita and Lips Locking filled the judge’s frame in that order.

K.Satheesh trained Compromise (Cool Creek-Magic) snatched the victory from Exclusive Lady on the last stride of the race in the Mysore Race Club Million. Exclusive Lady assumed command immediately after the start and was followed closely by Racing Queen, Glorious View and the favourite Compromise in fourth along the fence. Into the home stretch Exclusive Lady began to kick on and Compromise had fallen back by another couple of places. Jockey B.Dileep decided pull out Compromise to be given a clear run from the extreme outside. The 5 year old mare responded with a sizzling gallop, diminishing Exclusive Lady’s lead and put her nose at the wire to get the verdict in her favour. Glorious View and Racing Queen finished third and fourth respectively.

RACING AWARDS PRESENTED:

The Racing awards for the racing year 2012-13 was presented by the Turf Authorities of India at a glittering function organised on the outskirts of Hyderabad on Saturday evening. Veteran trainers Mr.Rashid R Byramji, Mr.Jaggy S Dhariwal and breeder Dr.Farrokh Wadia were honoured with ‘Life Time Achievement’ awards for their contribution to the racing industry.

 Dr.M.A.M.Ramaswamy was the leading owner while Robert Foley was declared as the Champion trainer. P.S.Chouhan was the champion jockey for the third year in succession. Hazara Stud was the Leading Stud and Tintinnabulation was declared the Champion Horse.