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OH MY SWEETHEART was slow to begin.

CASHALAIKA jumped outwards from the gates.

Jockey Yash Narredu (ANNETTE) was fined a sum of Rs.3,000/- for excessive use of the whip (1st infringement).

Tr. Aashay Doctor and Jockey Yash Narredu when questioned regarding the riding instructions on ANNETTE, the trainer stated that he had instructed the Jockey to keep being at the filly from the start as she is lethargic and to do his best. The Jockey corroborated the instructions. When questioned as to the reason he let his mount drop back towards the rear end of the field from the 1400 metres after being fairly well up with the field, the Jockey stated that the filly started dropping back and the field passed her from the outside. He further stated that he was being affected by the kick back and pulled ANNETTE out from the 600 metres and rode her out. The explanations of the Trainer and the Jockey were noted for future reference.

CASHALAIKA which was at the helm of affairs till the final bend finished the race detached from the field. Tr. Sabeel Shariff has been advised not to accept with his charge until it was capable of a better performance.

The Veterinary Officer reported that OH MY SWEETHEART returned bleeding from its nostrils. Tr. Shafiq Khan was informed not to accept with his charge until certified fit by the Veterinary Officer.