Excitement builds for 8th day summer meeting at LRC

 

Excitement builds for 8th day summer meeting at LRC

Five Quetta Plates set to entertain on Sunday evening

 

Asher Butt

The Lahore Race Club is all set for an action-packed Sunday as the 8th Day of the Summer Meeting 2025 gallops into the spotlight. This weekend’s card features five thrilling Quetta Plate races, promising speed, stamina, and surprises.

 

All five races fall under Class VII, but are split into different divisions. The first four are quickfire 1000-metre sprints, while the final race stretches out to a slightly longer 1100 metres, testing the endurance of both horse and jockey.

 

Race 1: Quetta Plate (Class VII – Div VI & VII)

The opener has a solid line-up of 11 runners. All eyes will be on Thunder Cloud (KRC), the hot favourite. I Shall Lead could sneak into the places, while Shahan Shah may just surprise us as a fluke. Also in the mix are Drago, Smart Fighter, Raftar, Good Boy, Thunder Prince, Thunder Lady, Dubai Love, and Gifts of Gold.

 

Race 2: Quetta Plate (Class VII – Div V & VI)

This seven-horse field sees Daddy Cool leading the betting charts as the favourite. Thunder Man (KRC) looks like a strong place bet, while Zaman Sahib could be the wildcard. Others to watch include Latin Storm, Rashid Prince, Malik Choice, and Leo Star.

 

Race 3: Quetta Plate (Class VII – Div IV)

The third race might belong to Absolutely Not, the standout favourite in this seven-horse showdown. Generosity seems well-placed to challenge, and Gabriela could deliver an upset. Rounding out the field are Taj Mahal, Yes Commander, Gondal One, and Macs.

 

Race 4: Quetta Plate (Class VII – Div III)

A compact but competitive bunch of six will line up here. Little Master is the one to beat, but keep an eye on Luckvir for a strong place finish. Dubawi’s Angel might turn some heads too. Also running: New York City, Haseeb Thunder, and Black Fire.

 

Race 5: Quetta Plate (Class VII – Div I & II)

The final race of the day will be the longest and possibly the most unpredictable. Brigadier looks solid as the favourite, with Samore City fancied for the place. Elizabeth, meanwhile, could spring a fluke win. Other runners include Son of Sultan, Mera Gondal, and Desert Parri.

 

With a mix of favourites, place hopefuls, and dark horses across all five races, the 8th Day Summer Meeting has all the makings of a fantastic race evening. Whether you're at the track or following from afar, Sunday promises pace, power, and plenty of thrilling finishes.