Jim and Tonic triumphs in Pakistan Derby 2024

 Jim and Tonic triumphs in Pakistan Derby 2024

Asher Butt

The Lahore Race Club witnessed a spectacular display of racing prowess as Jim and Tonic claimed victory in the Pakistan Derby 2024, living up to high expectations in a thrilling showdown. The event showcased the finest horses, and Jim and Tonic, under the skilled guidance of rider Amir Pervaiz, clocked an impressive 2 minutes 32.5 seconds to secure the title, marking the eighth derby win for Pervaiz.

The race day unfolded with surprises, setting the tone for unexpected outcomes. In the opening Event 360 Cup, Merchant Of Venus emerged as the surprise winner, outpacing the favorite Abdullah Champion and Minister, which surprisingly took the third position. The second race, Zofeur Cup, witnessed another upset with Black Tiger securing victory over Handsome and the expected favorite Luckvir.

An upsets continue to unfold, Lady Champion sprung a late surge to claim victory in the Macs Cup, causing the third surprise of the day. Apple Of My Eye as believed took the second and to the surprise of all favourite Wonder Woman rolled down to third place.

The Jockey Club Of Pakistan Cup saw Swift Retort, an underdog, securing an unexpected win. However, Acknowledge as expected took the place while Feel My Love, which was on fluke settled for third position. Dilawaiz galloped to victory in the National Breeders' Cup, adding another surprise to the day's events. However, places were switched with Sardar, who was expected for a surprise with an element of fluke was second. But Golden Market pushed all aside to give another surprise of the race by taking the third position.

The Pakistan Derby was the highlight of the day and in this much-anticipated event, with Jim and Tonic clinching the top spot and a substantial Rs 40 million purse for its owner. Farhan King surprised by securing the second position, while Spartacus claimed the third spot.

More surprises were unveiled, as J-K added to the day's unexpected outcomes by cruising home to win the Country Bred Champion Cup. It moved past favourite Samson that had to settle for second place while Wattoo Choice also gave a surprise with its third position. In the Stewards Cup, Qaswa Princess staged the seventh surprise of the day, overcoming the competition in a deep stretch, overpowered Phantom.

In a dramatic conclusions, the LRC Cup saw Murad, considered on fluke, emerge as the winner, favourite Sincere Approach and Bella Veste moved to second and third positions respectively while the concluding Champion Stakes Cup witnessed Desert Crown surprising the favorite Mera Gondal, securing a second-place finish and Big Dream became third.

The day at Lahore Race Club unfolded with thrills, unexpected twists, and underdogs rising to prominence. Jim and Tonic's commanding victory in the Pakistan Derby will be remembered as a highlight of the racing event, showcasing the spirit of competition and unpredictability that defines the world of horse racing.