Zavaray Poonawalla Receives Legend of Indian Horse Racing Award

Zavaray S. Poonawalla was awarded the Legend of Indian Horse Racing at the Turf Authorities of India (TAI) Racing Excellence Awards held in Mysuru on October 24. This recognition highlights his significant contributions to the sport and his efforts in promoting horse racing in India.

The Poonawalla family's involvement in thoroughbred breeding and racing has been pivotal in the evolution of Indian horse racing. Additionally, Cyrus S. Poonawalla received the Outstanding Contribution Award from the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities.

During the event, H.H. Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadiyar was posthumously inducted into the Hall of Fame, with the award accepted by his wife, H.H. Pramoda Devi Wadiyar. Other awards included Champion owner to Ameeta Mehra, Champion trainer to Pesi Shroff, and Champion jockey to P. Trevor, while Ranquelino was named Champion horse of the year.