Lucknow: The Millennium Cup Race 2025, held amid much enthusiasm and spirited participation, concluded on Sunday with an impressive line-up of equestrian contests and lifestyle-oriented category awards. Hosted under the aegis of the Lucknow Race Course / Lucknow Turf Club, the event brought together riders, families, sports enthusiasts and dignitaries for an engaging day of competitive racing and celebratory recognitions.
Indianbred Horse Race Results Announced
The highlight of the day, the 1st Race – Indianbred Horse Race, drew keen attention as seasoned owners and skilled jockeys vied for top honours. Cash prizes and cups were sponsored by Brig S. S. Pundir and Dr. Manjula Goswami.
Official Results:
| Position | Horse Name | Owner | Cash Prize | Jockey |
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| Winner | Burak | Mohd Abdullah | ₹5,000 | Mohd Sohil |
| Second | Golden Boy | Shabab Abbas Naqvi | ₹3,000 | Aktar Ali |
| Third | Rudra | Vikas Pandey | ₹2,000 | Krish |
Thoroughbred Race Declared ‘False Start’
In an unexpected development, the Thoroughbred Horse Race—scheduled as part of the racing roster—was officially declared a “FALSE START” by the Judges Committee. As per race protocol, no results were recorded for the category, and the event stood null for the day.
Category Prizes Honour Style, Spirit and Elegance
In addition to the racing segment, the Millennium Cup Race 2025 also honoured participants across a broad spectrum of lifestyle categories. Awards were presented by Maj Gen Maneesh Kukrety, SM, GOC MUPSA & President LR&TC; Sangeeta Kukrety, Chairperson AWWA MUPSA; and Dr. Manjula Goswami, Principal, Millennium School.
Category Winners Included:
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Best Hat (Male): Brig Sobhan
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Best Hat (Female): Jessica
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Best Dressed – Lady: Pooja Singh
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Best Dressed – Gentleman: Shashank Shukla
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Made for Each Other (Young Couple): Lt Col Rasul Rajesh
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Made for Each Other (Senior Couple): Brig Vinod Raizadha & Mrs. Salila Raizadha
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Most Elegant Lady: Pooja Chadha
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Most Stylish Teen: Princess
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Best Family Fashion: Maneesh Manhoja & Family
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Most Energetic Kid: Aarvi Tripathi
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Most Charming Gentleman: Naveen Chadha
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Grace & Glamour Award: Anjali Chopra
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Most Colourful Attire: Pooja Cheema
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Best Smile Award: Reema Chabra
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Most Cheerful Spectator: Honey Bindra
A Day of Sport, Style and Community Spirit
The Millennium Cup Race 2025 successfully blended competitive sport with cultural camaraderie, offering a platform that celebrated not just equestrian passion but also fashion, family participation and spirited engagement. With dignitaries in attendance and strong turnout from the community, the event reinforced its position as one of the most awaited annual gatherings in the region’s sporting calendar. The event was held in the dignified presence of Rajnish Chopra and Anjali Chopra, the patrons of Lucknow’s No. 1 English weekly, The Lucknow Tribune.
