As a jockey, Pesi Shroff won the Indian Derby a record eight times. But in his seven years as a trainer, he has won it only once — with Jacqueline in 2010. He has obviously a very good reason to give this coveted race in the Indian racing calendar his most serious shot, and this year is no exception.

Murioi after winning the Indian 2000 Guineas Race 2013 at Mahalaxmi in December last year. Pic/Shadab Khan.