Special Correspondent
The spotlight at the 9th Day of the Lahore Winter Meeting 2025–26 will be firmly on the A Term Cup Race for 2-Year-Old Thoroughbred and Half-Bred horses (Maiden), set to be contested at the historic Lahore Race Club this Sunday. The much-anticipated event features a seven-race card, including three maiden races, with the Term Cup expected to identify promising young aspirants for upcoming prestigious cup events later in the season.
The opening race, The Class-VII Division-VI & VII (Maiden), has drawn 12 runners over a distance of about 1100 meters. Among the field, Haseeb Barbarian’s stands out as the favourite, while Pakiza is rated for place and Stalker is considered the fluke. The remaining challengers include Azan Prince, Majesty, Fateh One, Lex Lugar, Baghli, Sher Dil, Good Boy, True Love, and Moj Mela. With several untested contenders, the opener promises an intriguing start to the day.
The second race, The Class-VII Division-VI & VII (II), will feature 10 participants, where Shahan Shah is the race favourite. Gennie is tipped for place, while Zindagi is an outside chance. Others in contention include Chika Rika, Leo Star, Silent Melody, American Star, Anni Power, Moon Princess, and Majesty. The mix of experienced contenders and improving performers ensures a competitive battle.
In the third race, The Class-VII Division-V & V, featuring eight runners, Safe Bet heads into the event as favourite, with Rayaan Prince expected to challenge for place and Zain Prince marked as the fluke. The rest of the field—Black Fire, Pocket Power, Mr. Asia, Mr. Brown, and Haseeb Thrill—adds depth to what looks like a closely contested sprint.
The fourth race, The Class-VII Division-II (Maiden), has eight entries and no clear favourite, making it one of the most open contests of the day. The field consists of Golden Star, Seven Star, Bellatrix, Pretty Girl, Tez Tareen, Specialist, Waqat, and Princess Barcelona, all carrying equal chances of victory. This race is expected to test the temperament and pace of emerging horses aiming for early-season recognition.
The fifth race, The Class-VIII Division-I (Including Class-VI Div-IV), brings together seven contenders over 1000 meters. New York City is the race favourite, while Moshi Queen and King Azan are tipped for place and fluke respectively. The other runners include Quality Street, Desert Crown, Dominus, and Haseeb Thunder, all of whom are capable of springing a surprise with the right start.
The main attraction of the day, the sixth race — A Term Cup Race for 2-Year-Old TBP & HB (Maiden), features six debutants, making it a must-watch contest for enthusiasts eager to spot future stars. With no established favourite due to their first appearance, the lineup of Farrier Star, Sher Khan, Without Deliverance, Maverick, Sikander, and Samara will provide a thrilling glimpse of upcoming talent in Pakistan’s equestrian circuit.
The seventh and final race, The Class-VII Division-II, III & IV, will round off the day’s proceedings with six participants. Kit Kat goes in as the firm favourite, Fairy World is expected to place, and Talent stands as the fluke. The supporting cast includes Haseeb Thunder, Yesteryear, Haseeb Warrior, and Black Magic, ensuring an action-packed finale.
With a balanced mix of seasoned campaigners and emerging prospects, Sunday’s Lahore Winter Meeting promises an exciting afternoon of racing. Fans can expect competitive finishes, surprising upsets, and a glimpse of the next generation of racehorses ready to make their mark in the upcoming season.
