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Permission was granted to trainer Mr. B. Puttanna to withdraw SABARI (R. Vaideeshwaran) on veterinary grounds as it was found to be trotting lame on left hind due to injury on cannon bone. He was informed that he must produce a Fitness Certificate from the Club's Veterinary Officer before accepting with it again.

Jockey Mohd. Ghouse, the rider of SIX SHOOTER, was fined Rs.3,000/- for not making sufficient effort on his mount during the race.

Trainer Mr. J.S. Dhariwal and Jockey Suraj Narredu were questioned regarding the running and riding of MARIE CURIE in the above race. The trainer stated that (a) his charge was running after a gap of 3 months; (b) his riding instructions were to jump out, use her up in the early part and ride from the mid bunch and after entering the straight pull her out and do his best; (c) after the race the rider stated that his charge took time to get going despite his best effort he could only finish a close second; and (d) he was satisfied with Jockey Suraj Narredu's riding and he did not take any exception. The Jockey while corroborating the statement of the trainer, added that having been drawn 10 he could not come in and had to travel on the outside of the field throughout the race and despite his best efforts could only finish Second. Their explanations were noted.

Routine Sample was taken for analysis from the winner b g ON A ROLL.