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ROMAN SPIRIT planted losing about a distance at the start. The Starting Stall Certificate of the horse has been revoked.

KNOTTY BLUSH played up as the start was effected, fly jumped losing approximately 4 – 5 lengths at the start. Tr. Aashay Doctor was advised not to accept with his charge until shown to the satisfaction of the Starter in a barrier trial.

Jockey Hindu Singh (SHINE) when questioned regarding his riding instructions, stated that he was asked to position his mount in 2nd or 3rd position, well covered up. He further stated that there were other runners that were cutting pace and as such he positioned himself third on the rails but had to steady his mount twice at the 700 and the 400 metres of the race when DONA SIENNA came in. Thereafter he took the shortest way home and did his best. His explanations were noted.

The Veterinary Officer reported that SKY FORCE returned lame on left hind. Tr. Ms. Arti Doctor was advised not to accept with her charge until certified fit by the Veterinary Officer.