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Kolkata Race Card 04/04 /2025

 Race 2 THE CRADLE OF THE DEEP HANDICAP

 Horses Rated 41-66, Rated 21-46 Eligible. (Class III),

1200 Mts.

3.00 PM


Top Contenders:

1 GIMMLER (58.5 kg, Rating: 55)

  Recent Form: Finished 2nd to Superlative by a Nose (13-Mar-2025, 1200m, Class 3).

  Timing: 1:13.0 – Decent for this class.

  Suitability: Prefers 1200m, already proven at this level.

  Jockey Booking: Imran Chisty (Capable rider)

  Stable Intentions: Was a strong second at short odds (2/1), indicating serious intent.


2 MIGHTY ZO (58 kg, Rating: 54)

  Recent Form: 3rd to Superlative in the same race as Gimmler (1.25L behind).

  Timing: 1:13.7 – Slightly slower than Gimmler.

  Suitability: Distance suits, but better over longer trips.

  Stable Intentions: Can win at odds if backed in betting.


3 CLEVER HANS (56 kg, Rating: 50)

  Recent Form: 2nd by a Head to Superlative (13-Mar-2025, 1200m, Class 3).

  Timing: 1:13.7 – Similar to Mighty Zo.

  Jockey Booking: Suraj Narredu (Top rider, a positive sign).

  

Best Bet: GIMMLER

Strong form, narrowly beaten in last 1200m race.

Good draw (Barrier 1) for a prominent run.

Imran Chisty riding – positive booking.

Watch odds; if around 3/1 to 5/1, strong winning chance.

Next Best: CLEVER HANS (if odds drift)

Suraj Narredu up – a big positive.

Proven at 1200m and competitive last time.

MIGHTY ZO is a place contender but might need further.


Race 4 THE ALASKAN HANDICAP

For Horses Rated 41-66, Rated 21-46 Eligible. (Class III)

NO WHIP RACE) 1400 Mts.

4.00 PM


Top Two Strongest Horses


1️⃣ Super Sapphire – Strong Contender

Key Factors: Despite a 1kg weight drop, Super Sapphire has shown consistent trackwork with strong timings.

Verdict: Strong finisher, fit, and ready.

2️⃣ The General – Strong Demotion Horse

Key Factors: Dropping 4kg from 61kg, significant weight relief.



Notable Workouts:

Dark Horse (Potential Surprise)

Go For The Moon – Sharp Workouts, But 5kg Increase

The 5kg weight increase is a concern, but if pace favors, it could surprise.



Conclusion:

Super Sapphire (1st Choice) – Strong fitness and proven times.

The General (2nd Choice) – Weight drop advantage, can surprise.

Go For The Moon (Dark Horse) – If pace suits, it has a chance.



Race 6 THE POLICE CUP

For Horses Rated 61-86, Rated 41-66 Eligible. (Class II)

1200 Mts.5.00 PM


Top Picks


1st Choice – Roman Spirit

Reasons:

 Strong improvement in last workout (600m in 43.6s, 400m in 27s).

 Significant 4 kg weight drop enhances chances.

 Progressive fitness improvement.


2nd Choice – Sir Baffert

Reasons:

 Quick 600m in 44s, 400m in 28.2s (sharp workout).

 Despite 5.5 kg weight increase, still in form.

 Fitness looks solid compared to others.


Strong Horse:

Superlative

 3.5 kg weight drop is a plus.

 Consistent trackwork, though not as sharp as Roman Spirit or Sir Baffert.

 If race pace suits, could surprise.



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