One more memorable Indian derby is done and dusted at Mahalaxmi. Every time the blue riband of Indian racing is run, it throws the spotlight on the very turf that it is contested on — SoBo’s green emerald that glows like a bright green light in the heart of every Mumbaikar.

We just do not know how many derbies we will see in this Mahalaxmi avatar. The state government has given the green light to a Central Park within the environs, and there have been numerous reports about the racecourse’s appearance changing, with work slated to commence this year.