Saturday, August 10, 2024

Racing resumes at LRC with Independence Day Cup

 Racing resumes at LRC with Independence Day Cup



Asher Butt

The Lahore Race Club (LRC) is set to resume its activities after a short break. The much-anticipated Independence Day Cup and Jashn-e-Azadi Cup will be the highlights of the day's racing events on Sunday.

A total of four races are scheduled, including two Kalam Plates and the two cup events. All races will be run over a distance of one mile.

The Independence Day Cup, a Class VII race for Division IV and V horses, promises to be a thrilling contest. A field of 12 runners will compete for the coveted trophy. Flying Fire is the early favorite, with Zeman Sahib expected to challenge for the place. Luckvir is another horse to watch out for. Other contenders include Absolutely Not, Mumraiz Love, Stardom, Emerging Star, Puerto Rico, Malik Badshah, Generosity, Self Belief, and Pocket Power.

The Jashn-e-Azadi Cup, a Class VII race for Division II and III horses, is another highlight of the day. A smaller field of five horses will battle it out for the win. Lady Champion is the top pick, with Apple of My Eye seen as a potential placegetter. Deedavar, Nazma Queen, and Tahira will also be vying for glory.

The day's racing will also feature two Kalam Plate races, with a total of 22 horses competing.

The evening will begin with the Kalam Plate of Class-VII and Division-VII category. As 11 are in the run, Silent Melody is fvourite for win while Abdullah Love may take the place and Galileo Lady is on fluke. Remaining field includes Denial Prince, Pocket Wood, Shall Lead, Vitoria, Fakhar-e-Saki, Star Crown, Apache and Sky Warrior.

In the final race with 11 participants, Pride of Chandrai is favourite. Its closest challenger is Tatla Choice while Gifts of Gold is on fluke. The field includes Mr.Brown, Abdullah Champion, Desert Perri, Dill Lagi, Vartika, Merchant of Venus, Super Power, and Flokey.

The Lahore Race Club has implemented new security measures, restricting access to the Stewards Room and Members Room. Only Stewards and Permanent members will be allowed entry without prior written permission from the Chairman.

Racing fans can look forward to an exciting day of horse racing as the Lahore Race Club kicks off its summer meeting.

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