KOLKATA
1R : BANDUK WALI (3) finished second, beaten 5 lengths, when resuming from a spell last start over 1200m at this track. Placed to advantage and can take this out. INDIAN TIGER (4) turned in a decent effort last start to finish third over 1100m at this track. Looks well placed so expect another big run. SUN GOD (6) finished sixth two runs back at this track then improved last time out to score by 1.75 lengths over 2400m at this track. Has his share of talent. Hard to beat again in this suitable race. MACCHIATO (2) returned from a spell three weeks ago when he was beaten 6 lengths into fourth over 1400m at this track. Fitter so expect a better run this time.
2R : SNOWPIERCER (4) was well fancied when resuming last start over 1400m at this track when second, beaten 4 lengths. Strong winning chance. JAHZARA (3) doesn't boast the best winning strike rate but ran a nice race last time out, finishing fourth and beaten only 2 lengths over 1600m at this track. Has her share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. MULTISTARRER (1) finished 22 lengths adrift in fourth at this track over 2400m at his latest appearance. Likely get his own way in front in the small field and will be hard to catch. SEA EAGLE (2) finished third last start over 2000m at this track, beaten 8 lengths. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run again.
2R : SNOWPIERCER (4) was well fancied when resuming last start over 1400m at this track when second, beaten 4 lengths. Strong winning chance. JAHZARA (3) doesn't boast the best winning strike rate but ran a nice race last time out, finishing fourth and beaten only 2 lengths over 1600m at this track. Has her share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. MULTISTARRER (1) finished 22 lengths adrift in fourth at this track over 2400m at his latest appearance. Likely get his own way in front in the small field and will be hard to catch. SEA EAGLE (2) finished third last start over 2000m at this track, beaten 8 lengths. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run again.
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3R : SKY FORCE (5) scored by 1.5 lengths over 1200m at this track last start. Form here strong boasting three wins from four starts. One of the major players. ASAGIRI (7) improved sharply on his seventh two starts back at this track with success as favourite over 1200m at this track two-and-a-half weeks ago, getting home by 2.25 lengths. Facing a tougher assignment but he is worth serious consideration. MY PRINCESS (3) turned in a fine effort to score by a nose at today's course and distance last start to maintain her good form of late. Well placed and there is no reason she cannot repeat the dose. SUPERLATIVE (1) is racing well without being able to break through, the latest effort a second over 1100m at this track two weeks ago. Has a fair record at this trip with a win and two minor placings so a forward showing is expected.
4R : THE PRESENCE (4) resumed from a spell five-and-a-half weeks ago and scored by 1.3 lengths over 2000m at this track in a bright start to the campaign. Should stay out of trouble in the small field and is the testing material. GOOD DEEDS (1) brings the right form to this contest, being a last-start winner by 2.25 lengths at this track over 2000m. Definite chance in this small line-up. NO WORRY (2) is backing up quickly after finishing in the money at this track over 1400m just nine days ago. Nice run last time and he can sneak into the finish. ARETHA (3) last appeared nine days ago when she finished 18 lengths away in tenth over 1400m at this track. Cannot be ruled out due to the field size.
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5R : RAMIEL (2) lines up on the back of a 9 length fifth over 2000m at this track. Will prove tough to stop. THIRD AVENUE (1) finished 7 lengths away in fourth last time out over 2000m at this track two-and-a-half weeks ago. Tackles a longer journey this time. Record at this track is strong. Likely to feature. STORMY OCEAN (4) is third up today. Turned in a better run last time when fifth, beaten 9 lengths, at this track over 1400m. Likely to push forward and race on the pace. Should be involved in the finish. AMBER KNIGHT (3) was safely held when resuming last start over 1600m at this track, finishing seventh and beaten 8 lengths. Has the gate speed to take up a forward position. Solid claims on best form.
6R : SATIVUR (7) continues to race well with a win two back at this track before finishing half a length away in second last time over 1600m at this track. Record at this track is strong. Fitter and can play a major role. EARTH (8) finished seventh two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1400m at this track, beaten 2.5 lengths. Has her share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. GALATICUS (2) didn't threaten when resuming last start over 1400m at this track, finishing seventh, beaten 5 lengths. Has never missed the frame second up. Among the winning hopes. LA DOMINATE (3) has been in the placings his past two starts, finishing third over 1200m at this track last time out. Has the gate speed to take up a forward position. Must be respected.
CHENNAI
1R : The sharp 5-furlong dash looks suited for speedy WESTERN GIRL (2), and that zooms her to the top of the list in the opener of the day. The same holds true for CONSCIOUS KEEPER (4). The fact that PRINCESS O STAR (9) performed for the first time—she finished second—on her seventh start last time brings her into contention.
2R : The last-start handsome winner, MULTIWAVE (2), is the one to beat. A timely alert is all that ASTAPOR (5), who hit the board with a late bid last time, needs to either win or finish in the money. If FIRST MISSILE (6), who races six points below the last winning mark, were to be fit and fine—her veterinary report cites lameness twice two months back—she could home in on the target.
2R : The last-start handsome winner, MULTIWAVE (2), is the one to beat. A timely alert is all that ASTAPOR (5), who hit the board with a late bid last time, needs to either win or finish in the money. If FIRST MISSILE (6), who races six points below the last winning mark, were to be fit and fine—her veterinary report cites lameness twice two months back—she could home in on the target.
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3R : The race might go in favour of either SWEET LEGACY (8) or SUPER STRIDE (9), both of whom were beaten to second in their respective previous starts. A level break might see the last-start failed favourite, SAMACHAR (6), make amends, as she had dwelt at the start last time and took no practical part in the race.
4R : The winner ought to emerge from the trio of SWARGA (1), MOTHER'S GRACE (3), and GOLDEN LEGEND (10).
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5R : The outstation raider, ASCOVAL (2), who won this event last year, will strive with might and main to defend it. The local hope, PERFECT BLEND (4), who is seeking the coveted hat-trick of wins, has it in him to quell the bid of ASCOVAL. NEW DIMENSION (7) is the best of the rest.
6R : Although DESERT HERO (7) is worse off in rating against MONTEVERDI (1), the following three reasons could swing it his way: First, he ran third in the South India Derby (Gr.1); second, he receives weight not only from MONTEVERDI but also the field; and third, he is the only 4-year-old in this bunch. The one capable of landing a deadly blow could well be CHAT (5), as she adores the longer trips.
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7R : ALETTA (12), who was beaten to fourth last time on the shorter sprint (6f), retains the rider, and over this longer mile trip that looks suited for her, being bred to stay, should not find it difficult to improve the finish in the finale of the day. As it is, JACK RICHER (1) races ten points below the last winning mark, and the fact he gets a rookie (-5 kg) enhances his chances further. Fluke hunters ought to try their luck with SILVER SOUL (11), for she races below the last winning mark.