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Permission was granted to Trainer Mr. Rakesh to withdraw ACE PRINCESS on veterinary grounds as it sustained punctured wound and infected cellulitis of left fore fetlock. He was informed that he must produce a Fitness Certificate from the Club's Veterinary Officer before accepting with it again.

Jockey Mohammed Shoaib, the rider of LITTLE ATHENA, reported that his mount was hanging 'in', after entering the straight. The horse was impounded for veterinary examination which revealed sharp molars. Trainer Mr. M Bobby was fined Rs.3,000/- for his negligence [first infringement].

Jockey Afsar Khan, the rider of QUEENS CRUISE, reported that his mount was hanging 'out', rounding the final bend. The horse was impounded for veterinary examination, but, no abnormality was reported. However, Trainer Mr. Bipin V Salvi was informed to take appropriate corrective measures before accepting with it again.

BOLD NATURE (A Ashok Kumar) could not get a clear at the start, due to the crowding of the field.

Jockey D Gnaneshwar, the rider of ITS MY PARTY, was reprimanded for completely easing his mount before passing the Winning Post, for no apparent reason. He was further informed to desist from repeating this undesirable practice in future.

Jockey B Harish, the rider of SUNSPIRIT, was fined Rs.3,000/- for the excessive use of the whip on his mount during the Race [second infringement].