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Trainer Mr. Darius R Byramji and Jockey S. Zervan were questioned regarding the poor performance of NINJA.  The trainer stated that (a) his charge was running after a gap of one and half years; (b) his charge was not very sound from its hind action; (c) his charge had not worked very impressively for it to run at such a short price; and (d) he also added that the horse had undergone tie back operation had also been carried out on his charge. The Jockey stated that he was asked to ride from well up and if nobody was going to the front then go to the front. He rode as per instructions but his mount almost came to a stand still in the final 200 Metres despite his best efforts he could only finish third. Their explanations were noted for future reference. The horse was impounded for veterinary examination. On examination the Club’s Veterinary Officer reported that it was found to be trotting lame on left fore.  Trainer Mr. Darius R Byramji was informed that he must produce a Fitness Certificate from the Club’s Veterinary Officer before accepting with it again.

Surprise Sample was taken for analysis from dk b f NINJA.

Routine Sample was taken for analysis from the winner b m COOL SPRINGS.