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Explanation of App. Abhay Singh (ROYAL GIRL) that his mount took fly jump resulting in he lost his right stirrup iron, which he could regain after travelling few strides, as such he could not ride out his mount to complete advantage in the initial stages of the race and thereafter he did his best. As this confirmed our observation, Apps explanation was noted.
 
Explanation of App. Santosh Raj N R (WIN VISION) in the presence of Trainer Laxman Singh that his instructions were to go front or sit close with front runners and not to chase, which he tried to follow until entering the straight and thereafter he did his best in the straight was not accepted and the App. was severely reprimanded to ride out his mount more vigorously in the final stages of the race in future, failing which he will be liable for severe disciplinary action as deemed fit.
 
Explanation of Jockey Akshay Kumar (URVASI) that his mount did not raise a fluent gallop in the straight inspite of his best efforts was confirmed by Trainer R.H. Sequeira. Subsequent Veterinary examination revealed that that mare returned bleeding.
 
CEPHALONIA (B. Nikhil) returned lame on right fore due to tendon strain.