The morning exercise sessions in Bengaluru on Tuesday, October 21st, saw several prominent racehorses put on impressive displays. Among those who particularly caught the eye were Regal Reality, Siege Courageous, Blue Picasso, Unforgettable Star, and Victoriaraya, each showcasing their readiness for upcoming challenges.
Impressive Runs on the Inner Sand Track
On the inner sand track, several horses demonstrated their swiftness over 600 meters. Positivity, ridden by M. Naveen, strode out exceptionally well, clocking a time of 40 seconds. Bellavita, with its rider (rb), shaped up nicely with a time of 39.5 seconds, while Eclipse Pulse, guided by Asirvatham, also showed good form at 40.5 seconds.
The 1000-meter drills were equally compelling. Stentorian, under Suraj, strode out well, completing the distance in 1 minute 7.5 seconds, with its final 600 meters in 40 seconds. Live The Dream, ridden by R. Pradeep, delivered a pleasing performance, finishing in 1 minute 7 seconds and a 39.5-second split for the last 600 meters. Midnight Blue, with Darshan aboard, impressed with a time of 1 minute 7.5 seconds, covering the last 600 meters in 39.5 seconds. Irish Coffee, ridden by Shreyas, also moved well, clocking 1 minute 9 seconds over 1000 meters and 40.5 seconds for the final 600.
Elysium, with Shreyas in the saddle, offered a strong display over 1200 meters, finishing in 1 minute 19 seconds, including a 1 minute 5-second split for the 1000 meters and a quick 39 seconds for the final 600.
Outer Sand Track Highlights
Transitioning to the outer sand, Power Of Beauty, ridden by Anish, completed 600 meters with ease in 44.5 seconds. Tiger Bay, with B. Harish, moved freely at 46 seconds, and Inari Okami, under Antony, worked well, posting a time of 44 seconds.
Over 1000 meters on the outer sand, Most And More (Darshan) and Super Sapphire (Kiran Rai) finished together impressively in 1 minute 14.5 seconds, with a 43.5-second finish for the last 600. Bezawada Sultan, ridden by J. Chinoy, truly impressed with a time of 1 minute 14.5 seconds, including a swift 42-second final 600. Gordon, with Darshan, stretched out well at 1 minute 16 seconds (43 seconds for the last 600). Master Way, under Asirvatham, appeared in fine trim, completing the distance in 1 minute 13 seconds (43 seconds for the final 600). Sekhmet (Rushal) had an easy run in 1 minute 16 seconds (45 seconds for the final 600). Lastly, Lightning Blitz (Suraj) and Glorious Strides (Darshan) crossed the line level, both clocking 1 minute 14 seconds with a 43-second finish for the last 600.
The 1200-meter workouts on the outer sand were particularly notable. Big Sauce, ridden by Rozario, worked well, clocking 1 minute 30 seconds, with a 1 minute 15-second split for 1000 meters and 44 seconds for the final 600. Touch Of Grey (Kiran Rai) and Resplendence (Darshan) moved fluently together, finishing in 1 minute 30 seconds (1 minute 13.5 seconds for 1000m, 43 seconds for 600m). Siege Courageous, with Antony, put on a stellar display, completing 1200 meters in a brisk 1 minute 27 seconds (1 minute 11 seconds for 1000m, 41 seconds for 600m). Solara (J. Chinoy) strode out well, also in 1 minute 27 seconds (1 minute 13 seconds for 1000m, 45 seconds for 600m). Regal Reality, piloted by Shreyas, moved attractively, recording 1 minute 26 seconds (1 minute 11 seconds for 1000m, 43 seconds for 600m). Knotty Scotty (Antony) pleased with a 1 minute 28-second run (1 minute 13 seconds for 1000m, 43 seconds for 600m). In a pair, Victoriaraya (Shinde) finished two lengths ahead of Golden Time (Suhas), with both clocking 1 minute 28 seconds (1 minute 12.5 seconds for 1000m, 42 seconds for 600m).
For the longer 1400-meter distance, Prana, with B. Harish, moved comfortably ‘on the bit,’ clocking 1 minute 46 seconds (1 minute 31 seconds for 1200m, 1 minute 15 seconds for 1000m, 43.5 seconds for 600m). Sunshine (Arvind) outperformed Victor Hugo (Pavan) by two lengths, finishing in 1 minute 45 seconds (1 minute 30.5 seconds for 1200m, 1 minute 16 seconds for 1000m, 46 seconds for 600m). Blue Picasso, guided by R. Pradeep, moved fluently, recording 1 minute 46 seconds (1 minute 28 seconds for 1200m, 1 minute 13 seconds for 1000m, 42.5 seconds for 600m). Finally, Unforgettable Star, ridden by Suraj, completed the 1400 meters four lengths ahead of Verrazzano (Darshan) in 1 minute 45 seconds (1 minute 28 seconds for 1200m, 1 minute 12 seconds for 1000m, 43.5 seconds for 600m).
Gate Practice on the Inner Sand
The gate practice sessions over 1200 meters on the inner sand track saw numerous horses testing their starting prowess. Adelanto (Vivek) and Feel Of Hope (Salman K) demonstrated a level jump, clocking 1 minute 23 seconds, with a 41.5-second split for the 600-meter mark. Excellent Lass (Suraj) clearly outshone Visions Dream (Jagadeesh), finishing in 1 minute 20.5 seconds (40.5 seconds for 600m). Shinning Pearl (Asirvatham) pleased by finishing ahead of Blazing Fire (Rayan), with a time of 1 minute 25.5 seconds (42.5 seconds for 600m). Art Of Romance (Angad) jumped out well, recording 1 minute 26.5 seconds (40.5 seconds for 600m). Miracle Beauty (Vivek) and Alpha Legend (Salman K) finished level in 1 minute 31 seconds (42.5 seconds for 600m). Ace Up (M. Naveen) also had a good jump, clocking 1 minute 22 seconds (42 seconds for 600m). My Solitaire (Chetan K) finished significantly ahead of Divo (rb) in 1 minute 25 seconds (41 seconds for 600m). Flaming Sword (Rozario) and Jersey King (D. Patel) eased up in the final part after a 1 minute 35-second run (39 seconds for 600m). Stellantis (Shreyas) showed a smart jump, finishing in 1 minute 21.5 seconds (39.5 seconds for 600m). Amalure (rb) surged eight lengths ahead of Kazing (Laxman S), clocking 1 minute 22.5 seconds (40.5 seconds for 600m). Flight Of Fancy (R. Pradeep) impressed with a brisk 1 minute 20-second run (38.5 seconds for 600m). Agape (Asirvatham) finished two lengths ahead of Celestial Flame (Rayan) in 1 minute 25 seconds (42 seconds for 600m). Regal Aristocracy (D. Patel) finished a commanding six lengths ahead of Magna Carta (rb) in 1 minute 23.5 seconds (42 seconds for 600m). Dr Coloshester (Chetan K) beat My Visionary (rb) by four lengths, recording 1 minute 26 seconds (41.5 seconds for 600m). Mister Brown (Arvind) jumped out well, completing in 1 minute 23 seconds (39 seconds for 600m). Knotty Naughty (rb) was six lengths ahead of Whistling Glory (Rozario) in 1 minute 29.5 seconds (46 seconds for 600m). In a three-way gate practice, River Deep (M. Naveen) and Magestic Persona (R. Pradeep) were the standout performers compared to White Secret (A. Ramu), with a combined time of 1 minute 22 seconds (39 seconds for 600m). Finally, Mnemosyne (Asirvatham) jumped out well, clocking 1 minute 24 seconds (42.5 seconds for 600m).
Previous Day’s Workouts (October 20)
The inner sand track on October 20th also saw some commendable efforts. Fiery Love, with Antony, moved well over 600 meters in 40 seconds, while Fortis (Mark) had an easy run at 40.5 seconds.
Over 1000 meters, Shamrock (Suraj) moved fluently, finishing in 1 minute 5.5 seconds (38.5 seconds for 600m). Sea The Light (Shreyas) worked well, completing in 1 minute 8.5 seconds (40 seconds for 600m). Lux Aeterna (P. Trevor) moved freely, recording 1 minute 8 seconds (40.5 seconds for 600m). Divine Art (Suraj) offered a pleasing performance, clocking 1 minute 6.5 seconds (39 seconds for 600m).
Outer Sand Workouts (October 20)
On the outer sand, Victoria Moon had an easy 600-meter run in 45.5 seconds.
For 1000 meters, Sheer Bliss (R. Pradeep) shaped well, finishing in 1 minute 13.5 seconds (43 seconds for 600m). Sir Winston (Hindu S) strode out well, recording 1 minute 16.5 seconds (42.5 seconds for 600m).
In the 1200-meter category, Razzmatazz (Kiran Rai) and Cashable (Suraj) moved impressively together, clocking 1 minute 26 seconds (1 minute 10.5 seconds for 1000m, 42.5 seconds for 600m). Knotty Blush (R. Pradeep) appeared in fine condition, finishing in 1 minute 29 seconds (1 minute 10.5 seconds for 1000m, 41 seconds for 600m). Eagle Eye (Suraj) gave a fine display, recording 1 minute 29.5 seconds (1 minute 14 seconds for 1000m, 42 seconds for 600m). Elysium (Shreyas) moved effortlessly on the bit, with a time of 1 minute 31 seconds (1 minute 16 seconds for 1000m, 45.5 seconds for 600m). Assurances (Darshan) finished two lengths ahead of Multi Success (Suraj) in 1 minute 31 seconds (1 minute 15 seconds for 1000m, 43.5 seconds for 600m). Auctav (R. Pradeep) also put on a fine display, completing in 1 minute 31 seconds (1 minute 13.5 seconds for 1000m, 41.5 seconds for 600m).
For the 1400-meter distance, Maana (Antony) maintained good form, clocking 1 minute 44 seconds (1 minute 28 seconds for 1200m, 1 minute 13 seconds for 1000m, 43 seconds for 600m). Anigraha (Hindu S) was a clear standout against Schenberg (rb), finishing in 1 minute 41.5 seconds (1 minute 26.5 seconds for 1200m, 1 minute 12.5 seconds for 1000m, 44 seconds for 600m). Lastly, Eternal Glory (G. Praveen) and Supreme Success (Darshan) joined at the 1000-meter mark and finished level, with a total time of 1 minute 44.5 seconds (1 minute 29 seconds for 1200m, 1 minute 13.5 seconds for 1000m, 43 seconds for 600m).
Longer distances also yielded strong performances. Red Bishop, ridden by P. Trevor, delivered a fine display over 1600 meters, completing it in 1 minute 51.5 seconds (1 minute 36.5 seconds for 1400m, 1 minute 23 seconds for 1200m, 1 minute 9.5 seconds for 1000m, 42.5 seconds for 600m). Matisse (Shreyas) moved impressively over the same distance, clocking 1 minute 53 seconds (1 minute 38 seconds for 1400m, 1 minute 24.5 seconds for 1200m, 1 minute 11 seconds for 1000m, 44 seconds for 600m).
These detailed workout reports provide valuable insights into the current form of these racehorses, highlighting those that appear primed for competitive racing.