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There was a heavy down pour before the start of the race.

FOCUS (N S Parmar) was fractious while being stalled.  Jockey N S Parmar was severely reprimanded for the use of whip on his mount prior to it entering the starting stall.  The jockey was further informed that the repetition of a similar incident would entail him to severe disciplinary action.

ACCARDO (Pintu Das) which jumped awkwardly from the gates, shied ‘outwards’ and bumped FOCUS (N S Parmar), momentarily unbalancing its rider.

Some distance after the start ch g AVESCO (M F Ali Khan) was eased up by its jockey who soon dismounted.    On  Subsequent examination the Veterinary Officer reported that the gelding was found to be lame on its left hind.  Tr. D M David was informed not to accept with his charge until certified fit by the Veterinary Officer.

Approaching the 400 metres FOCUS (N S Parmar) was carried wide by ACCARDO (Pintu Das).

EXCLUSIVITY (Md Islam) ran detached from the field.  Tr. Jasbir Singh was informed not to accept with his charge until it was capable of a better performance.