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Explanation of App. Gaurav Singh (MEHRZAD) that his instructions were to go to front, but his mount drifted out soon after the start and after controlling the gelding, in order to follow the given instructions he scrubbed his horse because of which his mount got keen and took long lead resulting in the gelding shortened his strides and dropped back in the final stages of the race inspite of his best efforts, noted. The App. was however, cautioned to exercise greater control over his mount in future. Trainer M. Srinivas Reddy was advised to show his charge at the gates to the satisfaction of the Stipendiary Stewards before next accepting in a race.

Jockey Koushik (BAR ET LAW) was severely reprimanded for checking his mount on more than one occasion in the race for no apparent reason.

WIND POWER (App. Santosh Raj N R) trailed the field throughout the race. Subsequent Veterinary examination revealed that the gelding returned bleeding from both the nostrils. Trainer K.S.V. Prasad Raju was advised to ensure that his charge is certified fit by the Club's Veterinary Officer before next accepting in a race.