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GIRL OF FLOWERS (Surjeet Singh) was slow to begin.

Jockey C Alford when afforded an opportunity to explain the  running of his mount ch f ROMANTIC SUNSET stated that he was instructed to place his mount in a forward position and thereafter on entering the straight to do his best.  These instructions he was able to follow till approaching the 500 metres marker and thereafter despite his efforts the filly failed to respond and finished off the race at the rear of the field.  The trainer corroborated the statements of the jockey and could give no plausible explanation for its poor performance.  The filly was impounded for veterinary and analytical examinations.  On examination the Sr. Veterinary Officer reported that no ailment was noticed.  Tr. Vijay Singh was informed to keep his charge under observation and report ailment, if any, and  not to accept with his charge until it was capable of a better performance.