Four Jehlum plates feature at LRC on Sunday

 Four Jehlum plates feature at LRC on Sunday

Asher Butt

The 11th day of the Summer Meeting at Lahore Race Club promises an exciting set of four Jehlum Plates races on Sunday (today).

As each race has its own significance, but race three is believed the toughest and the most important of them all. The first race is of 900 metres distance while the remaining three are of a mile’s run each. Each race promises its own set of challenges, making it an exciting day for spectators at Lahore Race Club.

The opening Jehlum Plate, which is f Class-VII and Division-VII features 11 horses. Apache is the favorite, with Abdullah Love expected to place, while Maze could potentially spring a surprise. Other contenders include Abdullah The Great, Fakhar-e-Sahi, Noor Princess, Charming Baby, Flokey, Sky Warrior, Royal Baby, and Galileo Lady.

The second Class-VII and Division-VI&VII race has nine in the run. Tatla Choice is the frontrunner, with Abdullah Champion expected to take second place, while Pride of Chandrai could be the dark horse. Other runners include Drago, Super Power, Agha Prince, Merchant of Venus, Gifts of Gold, and Silent Melody.

All eyes are on this race, which features seven horses from Class-VII and Division-II&III. Nazma Queen is favored to win, with Mera Gondal as the likely runner-up, and Speed of Fire could cause an upset. Other competitors are Lady Champion, Tatla Rule, Kuwait Edition, and Bio Care.

In the final race of the day, Eight horses from Class-VII and Division-III, IV&V will compete. Vitoria is believed to be the strongest contender, with Absolutely Not as the closest rival, while Al Sabah could deliver a surprise. The lineup also includes Lake City One, Stardom, Malik Badshah, Yes Commander, and Self Belief.