Day of upsets at LRC as underdogs dominate feature races

LAHORE: Stewards and racing enthusiasts witnessed a series of unexpected results at the Lahore Race Club yesterday, with underdogs clinching victory in four of the five races contested, including two of the three featured cup events.

In a day marked by surprise outcomes, only one favorite managed to secure a win, as Little Master lived up to expectations by claiming the prestigious Peace Cup in the opening race. Sky Warrior, considered a fluke by many, secured second place, while place favorite Advocate finished third.

The May Cup, the second feature race of the evening, produced the first major upset when Lucky Macs stormed to victory against the odds. Mafnood JR, another unexpected contender, came in second, with Thunder Man surprising spectators by taking third position.

The trend of upsets continued in the third featured race of the day, the Labour Day Cup, where Brooklyn demonstrated exceptional performance to clinch first place. Luna Afzaal, rated as a fluke pick, secured second position, while place contender Dominus had to settle for third.

The fourth race, a Kashmir Plate event, saw Moshi Queen causing another upset by taking top honors. Vartika performed as expected to finish second, while Thunder Boy (KRC) surprised many by claiming third place.

In the final race of the day, Zaid Prince completed the pattern of unexpected results by securing a surprise victory in the second Kashmir Plate event. Pre-race favorite Rayaan Prince could only manage second place, with Zaman Sahab, who was expected to place, finishing third.

The series of surprising results delighted some lucky enthusiast while leaving many favorites-backers disappointed, in what racing officials described as one of the most unpredictable racing days in recent Lahore Race Club history. Racing action continues at the Lahore Race Club next weekend with another full card of events scheduled.