Overview
Aslam Kader is an Indian jockey associated with horse racing in India. Jockeys of his generation typically ride at the major turf clubs of the country, including those in Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai, Mysuru and Pune, which together form the organised horse racing circuit in India.
Key facts
| Name | Aslam Kader |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Profession | Jockey |
| Sport | Horse racing |
Background
Indian horse racing is regulated through turf clubs that conduct flat racing seasons across the year. Professional jockeys in India are licensed by these clubs and ride for owners and trainers in classic events, handicaps and feature races. Aslam Kader is recorded among Indian sportspersons in this field.
Career context
Indian jockeys typically progress through apprentice ranks before being granted a full professional licence. Riders compete on weight-for-age and handicap terms in races governed by the rules of the respective turf authority, with prominent meetings held at the Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai, the Bangalore Turf Club, the Royal Calcutta Turf Club, the Hyderabad Race Club and other affiliated venues.
Significance
Inclusion in databases of Indian sportspersons reflects participation in India's professional racing circuit, a sport with a long institutional history dating back to the colonial era and continuing through bodies such as the Turf Authorities of India.
Related topics
- Horse racing in India
- Royal Western India Turf Club
- Bangalore Turf Club
- Royal Calcutta Turf Club
- Indian Derby
- Jockey
References
- Wikidata entry: Q16194623