LRC set to host Christmas Cup, 2000 Guineas of Pakistan Cup today
Asher Butt
LAHORE: Lahore Race Club is all set to host an
action-packed day of racing today (Sunday), featuring two prestigious events —
the Christmas Cup and the 2000 Guineas of Pakistan Cup — among a total of seven
thrilling races. Both cup races, set over distances of 1200 and 1600 meters
respectively, are the main attractions, while race six, a maiden run, also
promises excitement with its 1200-meter challenge. The day is rounded out by
five competitive Atia Plate races.
The opening Atia Plate, a
Class VII Division VI&VII race, has 13 contenders, with Jhanbaz as the
favorite. Raftar is expected to secure second place, while a surprise
performance could come from Tango To Fire. Other participants include Bilal
Prince, Jawad Love, Ok Queen, Naveed-e-Sahar, Macs, American Star, Jalthal,
Abdullah Champion, Latin Storm, and Flokey.
The second race, a Class VII
Division V&VI event, has Yes Commander as the frontrunner, closely followed
by Generosity, while Zuza might spring a surprise. The remaining lineup
includes Emerging Star, Sarparast, Zaman Sahib, Dil Nasheen, Al Mabrook, and
Vartika.
In the third race, a Class VII
Division III&IV contest, Dubawi's Angel is the favorite, with Kuwait
Edition and Zarbi posing significant challenges. Potential threats also come
from Black Master, Black Bird, Welcome Sardar, Jack, Moon One, and Blazing
Fire.
The fourth race, the
much-anticipated Christmas Cup, is a term race for two-year-olds, featuring
Baaeed, Gondal One, Nostalgic, Dilbar, and Parlay For Two. No clear favorite
has emerged, making this a highly unpredictable and exciting contest.
The fifth race, the Toyota
2000 Guineas of Pakistan Cup, another term race for three-year-olds, sees
Trigger as the standout favorite, with Sardar and Prodigal Rain expected to
secure podium finishes. Other competitors include Dawn To Dusk, Desert Crown,
Feel My Love, Public Star, Verde One, and Manal.
Race six, a Class VII Division
II maiden race, has Specialist leading the predictions, with Kit Kat as a
strong contender. Secret Lover may deliver an upset, while Qalandar, Black
Magic, Debate Princess, Moni, and G-Three complete the field.
The final race, a Class VII
Division I competition, features seven competitors. Suspicious One is the
favorite, followed by Flight Line and Farhan Prince, while Swift Retort (KRC),
Addar, Big Dream, and Yestaryear could spring surprises.
With a stellar lineup of races
and participants, today promises a memorable day for racing enthusiasts at
Lahore Race Club.
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