{
  "id": 8741880,
  "title": "Pesi Shroff Completes 100 Classic Wins As Red Bishop Clinches Indian St Leger Grade 1 At Pune Race Course",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/20/pesi-shroff-completes-100-classic-wins-as-red-bishop-clinches-indian",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-20T17:39:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/pesi-shroff-completes-100-classic-wins-as-red-bishop-clinches-indian-st-leger-grade-1-at-pune-race-course"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Pune witnessed a historic moment as trainer Pesi Shroff achieved a major milestone in his career, clinching his 100th Classic win. Red Bishop, ridden by Neeraj Rawal, delivered a stellar performance in the Grade 1 Indian St Leger at Pune Race Course, securing victory in the 2,800-metre race.\n\nThe race showcased a long haul, with Matisse taking the lead amidst seven competitors. Fynbos and Arrived soon joined the lead pack, with Red Bishop initially trailing behind. As the race progressed, Red Bishop began to gain ground, surpassing Fynbos and Arrived in the final stages.\n\nThe final 50 meters saw Red Bishop push its limits, overtaking Fynbos to clinch the Grand National. Fynbos finished second, while Arrived secured the third place. This victory marked Red Bishop's fourth career win and solidified Shroff's remarkable record of 100 Classic victories.",
  "summary": "Pune: Trainer Pesi Shroff completed a landmark 100 Classic wins in his career as Red Bishop, ridden by Neeraj Rawal, produced a late burst to win the Indian St Leger (Grade 1) at the Pune Race Course here on Sunday. The victory was also Rawal’s eighth win in the prestigious racecourse. Matisse showed the way as the seven-horse field settled down in the longest race of the Pune monsoon season. Red…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}