Career
Khade was based at the premier Royal Western India Turf Club that comprised India"s top racing circuit, the Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Bombay, and the Pune Race Course near Empress Garden. He rode many classic winners in the Indian 1000 Guineas, Indian 2000 Guineas, Indian Derby, Indian Oaks and India Saint Leger. Khade had keen judgement of pace and an extraordinary ability to position his horses optimally for victory.
He made up for his lack of physical skills with his intelligence and tactical riding.
He was a trainer"s delight, keenly following race instructions, yet dynamically improvising the game plan if needed. Khade died in Kolhapur at the age of 76.
