The 2026 Pune racing season will begin on July 17 at the Pune Race Course, with the Eve Champion Trophy launching the prestigious sweepstakes programme on August 2. Conducted by the RWITC, the season will feature around 21 race days, graded races and marquee events, including the Indian St. Leger and the Villoo C. Poonawalla Pune Derby.
Pune, July 4, 2026: The 2026 Pune racing season, which begins on July 17 at the iconic Pune Race Course, promises an exciting monsoon campaign, with five prestigious sweepstake races forming the highlight of the calendar. Conducted by the Royal Western India Turf Club (RWITC), the season is expected to attract some of the country's leading horses, trainers and jockeys.
Eve Champion Trophy Opens Season
The sweepstakes programme will commence with the Eve Champion Trophy, a special race scheduled for August 2. Carrying prize money of Rs 1.5 million, the event is expected to draw a competitive field and set the tone for the remainder of the season.
Among the other marquee sweepstake races are the Yohan Z. Poonawalla Turf Club Trophy and the F.D. Wadia Trophy, both of which enjoy considerable prestige on the domestic racing circuit. These races have traditionally attracted quality runners from leading stables and are expected to produce keenly contested finishes once again this year.
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