WESTERN STAR SHINES

 

WESTERN STAR SHINES BRIGHTER AS LAGAD’S TRAINING MASTERCLASS CONTINUES

November 30, 2025

Trainer Narendra Lagad, one of Western India’s most seasoned and battle-hardened professionals, showcased once again why his horses command enormous respect on the racing circuit. His rising stable star, Western Star, delivered a sparkling performance to register his fourth consecutive victory, capturing the prestigious Director General of Police Trophy with authority.

What makes this achievement stand out is not just the winning streak, but the meticulous conditioning and race placement that has become Lagad’s trademark. Operating from a yard that thrives on hard work rather than flashy pedigrees, Lagad has built his reputation by transforming honest, workmanlike horses into relentless competitors.

A Trainer’s Touch Behind Every Stride

Western Star’s progression this season is a textbook example of Lagad’s hands-on training philosophy:

• Sharp, well-spaced runs, ensuring the gelding remains fit yet fresh.

• Targeted conditioning, allowing the horse to maintain peak form through multiple outings.

• Perfect jockey selection, with Mustakim Alam delivering a poised, confident start-to-finish ride under Lagad’s guidance.

The victory was no fluke; it was the result of a carefully planned campaign executed with clinical precision.

Western Star Blossoms Under Lagad’s Care

While the field included the classic aspirant Stormy Sea and the well-fancied Fourth Wing, Lagad’s charge showed superior maturity and tactical speed. Allowed to stride freely in front, Western Star never looked in danger despite drifting slightly. His rhythm, conditioning, and stamina—hallmarks of Lagad’s training—carried him comfortably to the winning post.

Consistency Is the New Identity

Though Lagad has traditionally been known for producing well-timed winners, his recent record speaks to a new phase of consistency emerging from his yard. Horses like Western Star are proving that when Lagad identifies potential, he knows exactly how to nurture it into performance.

This fourth straight win is not merely a statistic—it is a tribute to the strategic mind, horsemanship, and decades of experience that Lagad brings to the game.