On Friday morning, October 10th, the highly anticipated racehorse Count Basie delivered an outstanding performance during the morning exercises in Bengaluru. His impressive workout, particularly under jockey Vivek, has generated considerable excitement, signaling that he is in peak form.
Inner Sand Track Highlights:
- 600m: Feel Of Hope (ridden by Vivek) showcased a powerful and fluent stride, covering the distance in a brisk 39.5 seconds.
- 1000m: Count Basie (Vivek) and Joyful Spirit (Rushal) completed their gallop in 1 minute and 7.5 seconds. Their final 600 meters were clocked at an excellent 39 seconds, with Count Basie notably demonstrating superior form.
Outer Sand Track Report:
- 600m: Southern Dynasty (ridden by ‘rb’) moved with remarkable ease and freedom, completing the distance in 46 seconds.
- 600m: Sekhmet (Rushal) and Ladyness (P. Mani) both recorded 46 seconds, indicating comfortable and controlled efforts.
- 600m: Lex Luthor (Rushal) displayed impressive fitness, clocking 45.5 seconds and appearing to be in superb condition.
Longer Distance Performance:
- 1400m: Politesse (ridden by ‘rb’) executed a well-paced gallop, finishing 1400 meters in 1 minute and 46 seconds. Her sectional timings were strong: 1200 meters in 1 minute 30.5 seconds, 1000 meters in 1 minute 16 seconds, and the concluding 600 meters in a swift 45 seconds. This performance underscored her smooth and sustained power.
The morning’s exercises unequivocally highlighted several horses in top condition, with Count Basie leading the charge, setting an optimistic tone for their upcoming race schedules.