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GALLANTRY (Yash Narredu) had to be resaddled at the starting gates, which led to delay in the proceedings.

Jockey R Manish, the rider of NAMAK HALAAL reported that his mount was hanging out for major part of the race. Trainer Akbar Malick was informed to take remedial measures before next accepting with his charge.

Jockey A Ayaz Khan, the rider of OSCARS THUNDER was fined a sum of Rs.1000/- for shifting out under use of whip passing the 300 metres.
 
Jockey Sah Farid Ansari, the rider of COPPER QUEEN was fined a sum of Rs.2000/- for shifting in causing a check to MAGICAL WISH (D S Deora) passing the 200 metres and thereafter further shifting in causing a check to NAMAK HALAAL (R Manish) 50 metres before the winning post.

Jockey Yash Narredu the rider of GALLANTRY when questioned regarding his riding in the initial stages of the race stated that his mount lacked initial speed despite his efforts whereby he settled at the rear end of the field and tried to improve position gradually,  further  he  felt  that  his mount needed longer distance. Jockey's explanation was noted for future reference.

Routine Sample was taken for analysis from the winner OUI SAUVAGE (Santosh G).