The Free Press Journal

Enabler secures victory in HPSL Indian Derby

Yash clinches maiden crown with Mallesh securing second title

- JOE WILLIAMS / Mumbai

The Narredu family continues to dominate the Indian Derby scene. Following in the footsteps of his father Satish, trainer Mallesh Narredu, alongside his son Yash, triumphed over all competitor­s to seize the spotlight at the Horse Power Sports League (HPSL) Indian Derby, the marquee event held at Mahalaxmi racecourse on Sunday.

While this marked the young and promising jockey Yash's inaugural Derby win, it represente­d the second triumph for trainer Mallesh.

"It's an incredible victory, and Enabler delivered splendidly. Of course, Yash expertly guided the four-year-old colt," exclaimed a jubilant Mallesh in conversati­on with FPJ post-race.

Expressing his satisfacti­on, Yash remarked, "I'm thrilled to have crossed the winning post. Enabler responded exceptiona­lly well, especially when pushed late into the race."

Enabler, initially positioned 8th in the field of 13 ontenders,

I'm thrilled to have crossed the winning post. Enabler responded exceptiona­lly well, especially when pushed late into the race – Yash Narredu, jockey

showcased remarkable accelerati­on within the final 100 meters, surpassing Synthesis and the tote favorite Jamari to claim victory. Jendayi, a media favorite, settled for fourth place.

The inaugural sponsorshi­p by HPSL drew an even larger crowd compared to previous years, flooding the racecourse with enthusiast­ic spectators. The turf near the finish line was bustling with activity, with barely any space to maneuver. Owned by B E Saldanha, Sultan Singh representi­ng Sohna Stud Farm Pvt Ltd, Balam Mohla & Vivek S Jain, Enabler, victor of the Ramniwas Ramnarain Ruia Gold Cup and the Mayor Baburao Sanas Memorial Pune Derby, was determined to clinch its maiden Derby victory. With a surge in the final 50 meters, Enabler emerged victorious, sealing the deal for the Narredu family.

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