TURF TRACKER

  THE CRISIS AT BANGALORE TURF CLUB: A CLASH OF EGOS Egoism, the doctrine that individual self-interest drives all conscious actions, has pushed a flourishing industry to the brink of disaster. This very principle now engulfs the Bangalore Turf Club (BTC) in a dire predicament. Both the state government and the governing authorities of BTC seem unwilling to exert the necessary effort to restore normalcy.   For over three months, horses have been idle, and stakeholders are rapidly depleting their resources. The financial strain is becoming untenable as races remain halted. The future looks bleak for the more than 20,000 people whose livelihoods are directly or indirectly tied to this sport. The head of the state appears indifferent, while the BTC administration stubbornly refuses to resign, an act that could pave the way for racing to resume. Instead, both sides cling to their egos, unwilling to relent.   This situation is a tragic farce, with the state harboring plans to seiz

  PUNE RACING SEASON 2024: A SPECTACULAR SHOWCASE   The stage is set, and the anticipation is palpable as the 2024 Pune racing season gallops into action on July 21, concluding on November 3. This thrilling season, curated by the esteemed Royal Western India Turf Club (RWITC), promises an exhilarating spectacle with 20 race days, brimming with the excitement of an increased prize money pool exceeding ₹12 crore.   Horses and Trainers: The Heart of the Race   A remarkable assembly of 688 horses, including 187 spirited two-year-olds, have taken their stables in Pune, ready to compete and captivate. Adding to the fervor are sixteen outstation horses, further enriching the competition. With no restrictions on outstation participation, except in the lower classes, the races are set to be intensely competitive and captivating. The season's grandeur is elevated by the participation of 31 elite A-Licence Trainers headed by the ever dominant Pesi Shroff, the dashing duo of Mall