2026 THE CHAMPIONSHIPS FINALE
Final fields below: TAB SENOR SANTA STAKES (Grade 2) (Open) R500000 1160m 1 – 12 BUFFALO STORM CODY (A P Peter) R Fourie 62.0 – 132 2 – 5 WILLIAM ROBERTSON (C Spies) T Mayhew 62.0 – 124 3 – 9 COSMIC SPEED (S G Tarry) C Zackey 60.0 – 120 4 – 6 TRUTH (C/T Dawson) S Moodley 60.0 – 119 5 – 3 ZIYASHA (C Binda) C Habib 60.0 – 118 6 – 11 MOUNT PINATUBO (J J van Vuuren) K de Melo 58.0 – 113 7 – 8 BUSSTOPINHOUNSLOW (G J Maroun) M V’Rensburg 56.0 – 110 8 – 4 ANFIELDS ROCKET (G J Maroun) R A Venniker 54.0 – 106 9 – 2 CHARMING CHEETAH (R Klaasen) M Yeni 54.0 – 106 10 – 1 THE LAST DUKE (P F Matchett) P Mxoli 52.0 – 102 11 – 10 THE SPECIALIST (S G Tarry) M K Katjedi 52.0 – 101 12 – 7 JERUSALEMA RAIN (S G Tarry) M Michel 52.0 – 100 Same Trainer: (3,11,12) (7,8) TAB COLORADO KING STAKES (Grade 2) (Horses at Weight for Age + Penalties) R500000 2000m 1 – 1 FIRE ATTACK (A G Laird) R Fourie 60.0 – 124 2 – 5 ATTICUS FINCH (A G Laird) C Habib 59.0 – 127 3 – 3 CHOISAANADA (E Verdonese) R A Venniker 58.0 – 121 4 – 6 THE ULTIMATE KING (A P Peter) T Mayhew 58.0 – 117 5 – 2 FIELD MARSHAL (N Kotzen) C Zackey 58.0 – 110 6 – 4 BAKWENA (J J van Vuuren) K de Melo 55.5 – 97 7 – 7 COPPER EAGLE (R Klaasen) S Moodley 54.5 – 97 Same Trainer: (1,2) TAB CAMELLIA STAKES (Grade 2)(For Fillies and Mares) R350000 1160m 1 – 4 RODEO DRIVE (S G Tarry) P Mxoli 60.0 – 113 2 – 6 ALMOND SEA (A P Peter) R Fourie 59.0 – 119 3 – 8 WHISTLE THE TUNE (C/T Dawson) M Yeni 59.0 – 116 4 – 9 CHROME TOURMALINE (F P Habib) R A Venniker 59.0 – 107 5 – 3 DESTINY OF FIRE (M/M de Kock) C Murray 59.0 – 100 6 – 2 GREEN DIAMOND (S G Tarry) C Zackey 58.0 – 111 7 – 5 ONE FINE WINTER (S G Tarry) K de Melo 57.0 – 105 8 – 7 RACHEL WALL (A P Peter) S Moodley 57.0 – 105 9 – 10 RIFLE QUEEN (A P Peter) C Habib 57.0 – 105 10 – 1 PERFECT MIRACLE (A P Peter) M V’Rensburg 57.0 – 96 Same Trainer: (1,6,7) (2,8,9,10) TAB IGUGU STAKES (Grade 2) (For Fillies and Mares at Weight for Age + Penalties) R350000 2000m 1 – 4 OLIVIA’S WAY (R R Magner) M V’Rensburg 60.0 – 114 2 – 6 CALLMEGETRIX (S G Tarry) C Zackey 60.0 – 113 3 – 2 MINOGUE (C/T Dawson) M Yeni 59.0 – 114 4 – 3 INDIAN OCEAN (M Pandaram) T Godden 59.0 – 105 5 – 8 DOITWITHDIAMONDS (A P Peter) C Habib 59.0 – 99 6 – 1 SOLDIER’S EYE (W/W Marwing) K J Lihaba 59.0 – 94 7 – 5 CHARGE IT (A Wright) R Fourie 55.5 – 113 8 – 7 DAISY JONES (M G Azzie) R A Venniker 55.5 – 108 TAB GOLD BOWL (Listed)(Open) R400000 3200m 1 – 3 SHOOT THE RAPIDS (N Kotzen) C Zackey 62.0 – 117 2 – 1 POETS WARRIOR (M G Azzie) R A Venniker 60.0 – 114 3 – 2 ALADDIN’S LAMP (M/M de Kock) C Murray 56.0 – 106 4 – 7 ENFLAME (C/T Dawson) S Moodley 56.0 – 104 5 – 10 NEBRAAS (S G Tarry) M Michel 54.0 – 101 6 – 5 HOTARUBI (C I Jonker) M Yeni 54.0 – 97 7 – 9 TAXHAVEN (P F Matchett) P Mxoli 52.0 – 96 8 – 8 MO MENT (B Webber) J R Syster 52.0 – 93 9 – 4 BATTLEGROUND (M N Houdalakis) C Maujean 52.0 – 92 10 – 6 ROYAL INVITATION (B Webber) J Gates 51.5 – 99 Same Trainer: (8,10) TAB PROTEA STAKES (Grade 3) (For 2 yo R100 000 Win BSA / CRS Bonus) R300000 1100m 1 – 3 TIME IS PRECIOUS (J J van Vuuren) C Murray 60.0 – 92 2 – 7 GIMME A VODKA (S G Tarry) C Zackey 58.0 – 97 3 – 1 GIMME SOME LUCK (F P Habib) M Yeni 58.0 – 92 4 – 6 SHERLOCK HOLMES (A P Peter) K Strydom 58.0 – 86 5 – 2 STATUS SYMBOL (S G Tarry) K de Melo 58.0 – 88 6 – 5 THE BRONX BULL (A P Peter) C Habib 58.0 – 96 7 – 4 KAVADY (M Pandaram) T Godden 55.5 – 88 Same Trainer: (2,5) (4,6) TAB PRETTY POLLY STAKES (Grade 3)(For 2 yof R100 000 Win BSA / CRS Bonus) R250000 1100m 1 – 5 GOOD DAY SUNSHINE (M/M de Kock) R Fourie 60.0 – 99 2 – 2 CUSTODIAN (R Klaasen) C Habib 58.0 – 84 3 – 1 GET UP (S G Tarry) C Zackey 58.0 – 97 4 – 3 LANZAROTE (J J van Vuuren) K de Melo 58.0 – 87 5 – 4 LOVE NOT WAR (S T Pettigrew) C Murray 58.0 – 81 6 – 7 NO DRAMA (P F Matchett) M Yeni 58.0 – 83 7 – 6 QUEEN LEILA (P F Matchett) P Mxoli 58.0 – 88 8 – 9 USHOULDBEDANCING (R Klaasen) K Strydom 58.0 – 82 9 – 8 LADY HARLEQUIN (C/T Dawson) S Moodley 55.0 – 0 Same Trainer: (2,8) (6,7) TAB GOLD BOWL (Listed) (Open) R400000 3200m 1 – 3 SHOOT THE RAPIDS (N Kotzen) C Zackey 62.0 – 117 2 – 1 POETS WARRIOR (M Azzie) R Venniker 60 – 114 3 – 2 ALADDIN’S LAMP (M/M de Kock) C Murray 56 – 106 4 – 7 ENFLAME (C/T Dawson) S Moodley 56 – 104 5 – 10 NEBRAAS (S Tarry) M Michelle 54 – 101 6 – 5 HOTARUBI (C Jonker) M Yeni 54 – 97 7 – 9 TAXHAVEN (P Matchett) P Mxoli 52 – 96 8 – 8 MO MENT (B Webber) J Syster 52 – 93 9 – 4 BATTLEGROUND (L Houdalakis) C Maujean 52 – 92 10 – 6 ROYAL INVITATION (B Webber) J Gates 51.5 – 99 Same Trainer: (8,10)
Sha Tin Trackwork / Press Conference / Barrier Draw April 23rd



Chairman’s Sprint Prize
- Ka Ying Rising — Barrier 3
- Satono Reve — Barrier 8
- Helios Express — Barrier 6
- Fast Network — Barrier 2
- Raging Blizzard — Barrier 7
- Comanche Brave — Barrier 4
- Tomodachi Kokoroe — Barrier 1
- Beauty Waves — Barrier 5
FWD QEII Cup
- Masquerade Ball — Barrier 6
- Romantic Warrior — Barrier 5
- Royal Champion — Barrier 1
- Sosiie — Barrier 2
- Giovanni — Barrier 8
- June Take — Barrier 7
- Rubylot — Barrier 3
- Numbers — Barrier 4
FWD Champions Mile
- Jantar Mantar — Barrier 6
- Voyage Bubble — Barrier 12
- Docklands — Barrier 1
- Lucky Sweynesse — Barrier 4
- My Wish — Barrier 10
- Red Lion — Barrier 8
- Galaxy Patch — Barrier 13
- Strauss — Barrier 7
- Cap Ferrat — Barrier 14
- Invincible Ibis — Barrier 5
- Sunlight Power — Barrier 3
- Chancheng Glory — Barrier 9
- Copartner Prance — Barrier 11
- Little Paradise — Barrier 2
FWD Champions Day Track Notes – Thursday, 23 April, 2026
Uzwano to see out the trip
The road to the Hollywoodbets Durban July, South Africa’s premier race with a R10 million purse, officially began with the release of first entries. With an affordable initial fee, a wide pool of hopefuls has emerged, signalling another competitive renewal.
Two early entrants, Count Of Rouen and Johnny The Thief, step out at Hollywoodbets Greyville on Friday, contesting a strong Class 3 Handicap over 1900m. Trainer Dean Kannemeyer holds a solid hand with Continentalexpress and Uzwano. While Continentalexpress is consistent, Uzwano—trying the trip for the first time—appears the more progressive, with his pedigree suggesting he will stay.
Count Of Rouen is expected to improve on a needed last run, while Johnny The Thief, highly regarded, was finishing well over an inadequate distance and could feature if stepping up. Mohave Prince, unbeaten in two with blinkers, carries a light weight and is a major contender, while front-runner Go Grayson Go could prove dangerous if left alone in front.
Earlier races present tricky betting heats. Many first-timers in the opener make market moves key. Peace Rose and Peach Melba headline Race 2, though Emerald could surprise if reproducing her Highveld promise. Kiartay and Bison Warrior look solid for exotic bets, both showing progression and suited by the step up in trip.
The Pick 6 begins with Gold Gol Baby, who brings strong Western Cape form and sets the standard. Bai Yulu impressed on debut and can improve, while Flickering Light is an outsider with upside over this distance.
Mid-card handicaps remain competitive. Tobacconist is consistent and well suited at the trip, while Hodge Podge arrives in top form after a convincing win. I’m Invictus looks progressive in blinkers, and My Boy Lollipop could improve significantly over further.
Later, Silver Salute is well positioned to follow up her course-and-distance win despite a small rating rise. Gran Occasion and Blue Poppy are dangers, while West Side Story is a lightweight outsider.
The finale is wide open. Take Your Place benefits from a rating drop, Call Of The Karoo carries top weight but has strong rider support, and Amafort, unbeaten in blinkers, looks the one to beat in pursuit of a hat-trick.
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He has taken on a new lease of life since arriving at Burke’s yard, including when finishing an honourable third in the G1 Irish Champion Stakes (2000m) at Leopardstown, Ireland, in September last year, and the trainer believes the FWD QEII Cup will represent his ideal scenario.
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$5 Million BYD Quokka Preview
Ascot’s richest sprint is again set to become a battleground between home-ground strength and interstate ambition, with Saturday’s $5 million BYD Quokka offering the locals the chance to defend their turf against a sharp group of raiders flying across the Nullarbor in search of Western Australia’s biggest prize.
Run over 1200 metres at weight-for-age, the Quokka has quickly established itself as a race that demands both class and adaptability, and this year’s field has no shortage of either.
The local brigade has genuine depth, and there is no shortage of horses who know exactly what Ascot sprinting is all about. Rope Them In comes into the race off a timely win in the Roma Cup, where he charged home to edge out Smooth Chino and Oscar’s Fortune, and that result only strengthened his standing as one of the key hopes from the west. Steve Wolfe’s gelding has already proven himself around Ascot, owns strong 1200-metre credentials and looks the sort of horse who can absorb the pressure of a big-race tempo before launching late.
Oscar’s Fortune also gives the locals a serious weapon. Dion Luciani’s sprinter has been a consistent presence in the better short-course races in Perth, winning the Rock Magic first-up before following it with a sound third in the Roma Cup. He has not yet won at 1200 metres, but he has repeatedly shown he belongs in these races and his Ascot record gives him every right to be in the conversation. He is the kind of horse who keeps turning up, keeps giving himself a chance and now gets another crack on the biggest stage in his home state.
Smooth Chino has emerged as one of the more fascinating runners in the race. The lightly raced gelding has built an outstanding record, winning six of his seven starts, and his first-up second in the Roma Cup suggested he has the talent to measure up in open company. He may lack the exposed résumé of some of the more seasoned stars, but his rise has been hard to ignore and the booking of Mark Zahra only adds further interest. If he can reproduce that fresh effort, he could give the locals another genuine reason to believe.
Then there is the established home-state form around horses such as Magnificent Andy, Talkanco and Luana Miss. Magnificent Andy has long been a reliable local performer and gets a soft draw, while Talkanco and Luana Miss bring the three-year-old filly angle and will carry just 54.5 kilograms. Neither has the profile of the main market elects, but both add another layer to a local challenge that is far from one-dimensional.
Still, for all the strength of the west, the eastern states have not come simply to make up the numbers. They are coming for the riches, and they are bringing proper Group 1 form with them. Jigsaw arrives with perhaps the most explosive winning profile in the race, having strung together victories in the McEwen Stakes, Meteorite, Railway Sprint, VOBIS Gold Sprint and most recently the William Reid Stakes. He has built his reputation around speed, aggression and the ability to sustain pressure at a high level, and while barrier 13 is awkward, his racing style ensures there will be no guessing about the plan. He will go forward, make his presence felt and try to break the locals’ hearts.
Caballus also brings heavyweight eastern form. Bjorn Baker’s gelding resumed with a strong second to Joliestar in the Expressway before producing a career-defining victory in the Newmarket Handicap at Flemington. That is elite sprint form, and it makes him one of the obvious threats to the WA defence. He has tactical speed, proven 1200-metre credentials and the sort of profile that says he has come west with a very serious chance of taking the money home.
Rey Magnerio may be an interstate horse on paper, but he is hardly a stranger to Western Australian success. He ran a close third in the Winterbottom before returning to win the Gold Rush at Ascot in December, and that form gives him a slightly different profile from some of the other eastern raiders. He has already handled the trip, he has already succeeded at Ascot and he gets William Pike in the saddle again. That combination alone will make plenty of local punters sit up and take notice.
Spywire and Jedibeel add further depth to the travelling party. Spywire comes off a win in the Discovery at Ballarat and draws ideally in barrier one, while Jedibeel was narrowly beaten in The Galaxy and has enough class to make his presence felt if the race is run to suit. They may not command the same spotlight as Jigsaw or Caballus, but both reinforce just how determined the eastern states challenge is this year.
That is what makes this edition of the Quokka so compelling. The local brigade is not relying on one standout to fend off the raiders. Instead, Western Australia comes armed with a cluster of genuine hopes, horses who know Ascot, know the conditions and know how to perform in the state’s biggest sprint races. Against them stands a powerful eastern assault led by Group 1 winners and proven open-class sprinters prepared to cross the Nullarbor in pursuit of a $2 million first prize.
Whether the west can hold firm or the visitors can pinch the prize, Saturday’s BYD Quokka promises another chapter in the growing interstate rivalry that has helped make the race such a major draw. The locals will back home-track advantage, race familiarity and the depth of their sprinting ranks. The invaders will trust the strength of their elite form and the belief that the riches on offer are worth the long trip west. One way or another, Ascot is set for another sprinting spectacle.
By Scott Bailey

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Sheer Speed Can Take Candy Town Home
The midweek meeting at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth is set to favour horses with natural early speed, as firm track conditions persist before the anticipated seasonal rain. In this context, Candy Town emerges as the headline contender in Race 6 over 1000m. A naturally fast sprinter, she has previously defeated high-class opposition, including the accomplished Questioning, over the same course and distance. Although her career has been interrupted by lengthy breaks, her recent return—finishing a close second to Sardinia Bay—suggests she is nearing peak condition. With race fitness improving and a favourable setup, she is expected to utilise her early pace to full effect.
Her main rival, Elusive Winter, is another speedster but faces a tricky draw that could compromise his early positioning. Despite a weight advantage through jockey bookings, he is worse off at the weights relative to Candy Town based on prior form, which may prove decisive. North Point, though slightly below form recently, remains a capable runner and could rebound, especially returning to a straight track scenario more suited to his strengths.
Elsewhere on the card, Theleia is identified as the standout bet in Race 4 (1400m), having consistently produced strong form and narrowly missed last time. With top jockey engagement, she appears primed to break through. In Race 1, Magma Flow holds the best exposed form and is expected to shed maiden status if reproducing his previous efforts.
Race 3 features an intriguing rematch between From The Island and Hero’s Journey, with the former slightly disadvantaged at the weights despite a recent victory. That result could have implications for Race 5, where Le Concierge drops back in trip and may benefit from sprint conditions.
The later races present competitive matchups. In Race 8, Show Off and Future Free bring contrasting profiles, with the former unlucky in recent outings and the latter possibly better suited to longer distances. Race 7 sees South Of France narrowly preferred over stablemate Peaches And Cream based on recent consistency.
The meeting concludes with Race 9, where Masterofthemoon is tipped to prevail over 2000m if he stays the trip, having shown strong finishing ability in his comeback run.
France Express Form & Race Previews (Saint-Cloud) – Friday, April 24
RACE 1: GERARD BONICI CLAIMING STAKES (4YO+) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 2) – 1600M | TIME: 20:32 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 15400
Speedster (FR) Promising fourth in a Condition over 1600m at Deauville on 8 April. That was a decent comeback run and he now drops in class. Dorianello (FR) A 4-length winner of a Claimer over 1500m at Tarbes on 17 April. That was impressive and it is significant he has been supplemented into this race. Rougegarde (FR) A moderate ninth in a Condition over 1600m at Deauville on 8 April. Has won three of his six runs at his level so must be considered. Far Beyond (IRE) A mediocre sixth in a Claimer over 1400m at Chantilly on 3 March. Fitted with blinkers this time and is back on the turf.
RACE 2: SICARELLE MAIDEN STAKES (3YO) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 3) – 2400M | TIME: 21:04 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 24700
Spirit Of Zarak (FR) Beaten just 0.5 lengths in a Maiden over this course on distance on 24 March. With natural improvement she has to have strong winning claims. Tickea (IRE) A three-length third in a Maiden over this track and trip on 24 March. Ran behind SPIRIT OF ZARAK (8) in that race but did not have the clearest of passages. Will improve further. Aurora Beau Real (IRE) A positive third in a Maiden over 2000m at this course on 3 April. She has run well in both her starts and should appreciate the extra 300m. Lightass Fal (FR) Debut run was good when stormed home to finish fourth over 2000m. Strips fitter and looks ready.
RACE 3: DE PROVENCE STAKES (4YO+) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 4) – 2400M | TIME: 21:36 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21000
Ponderado (IRE) Ran seventeen in a Handicap over 2400m at ParisLongchamp on 4 October. That was a potent field and with a perfect podium record at this course, should be massive runner. Spanish Prince (FR) A 2-length winner of a Condition over this course and distance on 29 March. Had some of these runners behind him and should confirm the form despite a weight penalty. Sharp Rise Won a Condition over 2400m at Langon-Libourne on 6 April. That was his third successive win and although facing stronger, needs to be considered. Everillo (FR) A moderate seventh in a Condition over 2000 at this course on 10 April. He is better than his comeback run based on some of his other performances last year.
RACE 4: MY LOVE STAKES (4YO+) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 5) – 2000M | TIME: 22:11 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 17400
Miss Tarken (FR) Finished third over 2000m on this course in a Class 3 Handicap on 3 April. Cristian Demuro retains the ride, and she may be the one to side with. Get Set (IRE) Finished second in first outing this year over 2200m at Machecoul in a Class 4 Condition on 6 April. Maxime Guyon steps back into the saddle and she is a threat. Eaglehawk (FR) Finished sixth over 1600m at Deauville in a Class 3 Handicap on 8 April. Chance on best form shown. Circeo (IRE) May not have seen out the 3200m when unplaced at Chantilly in a Class 2 Handicap on 11 December last year. First outing this year and chance if fit.
RACE 5: DE L’ARMORIQUE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 6) – 1200M | TIME: 22:46 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 17300
Air De Samba (FR) Finished second over 1400m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 Handicap on 31 March. Can go one better with luck in running. Shade (FR) Finished fourth over 1200m at Chantilly in a Class 3 Handicap on 14 April. Drawn in pole position and is one of the leading contenders. El Madar Finished second over 1200m at Chantilly in a Class 3 Handicap on 14 April. Chance if confirming recent improvement. Monsieur Dupont (FR) Finished fourth over 1100m at Le Croise-Laroche in a Class 4 Handicap on 4 April. He is in a good space and must be considered.
RACE 6: DU TRIANGLE DE ROCQUENCOURT HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 7) – 2500M | TIME: 23:21 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
Starlight (FR) In good form this year. Finished fourth over 2800m at Argentan in a Class 4 Handicap on 9 April. Nicely drawn and may be the one to beat. Argyron (IRE) Finished third in last two starts, the latest of which was over 2800m at Argentan in a Class 4 Handicap on 9 April. Should pose a massive threat. Vesinaba (FR) Finished eighth over 2400m at Evreux-Navarre in a Class 4 Handicap on 15 April. His last victory came under Cristian Demuro. Lucio Vero Finished second over 3200m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in a Class 4 Handicap on 27 March. Has no stamina issues and should be competitive.
RACE 7: DU VIADUC DE GUERVILL HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 8) – 2500M | TIME: 23:56 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 14400
Red Sugar (FR) Finished third over 2400m at Le Croise-Laroche in a Class 4 Handicap on 4 April. Has peak run and can win. Pontd’yeu (FR) Finished fourth over 2400m at Evreux-Navarre in a Class 4 Handicap on 15 April. Is in a good space and merits healthy respect. Poet’s Black (FR) Finished second over 2400m at Moulins in a Class 4 Handicap on 9 April. Chance with luck in running. Dschingis Arrow (FR) Supplemented for this race. Finished behind PONTD’YEU (7) when seventh over 2400m at Exreux-Navarre in a Class 4 Handicap on 15 April. Chance on penultimate run.
RACE 8: DE L’AUTOROUTE DE L’OUEST HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 9) – 2500M | TIME: 00:30 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21100
Martial Art (FR) In good form. Finished fourth over 2400m at ParisLongchamp in a Class 3 Handicap on 12 April. May be the one to side with. Happy Lady (FR) Two good runs this year. Finished third over 2400m at Pornichet in a Class 4 Handicap on 25 March. Should pose a massive threat. Vasigreen (FR) Finished fourth over 2200m at Senonnes in a Class 4 Handicap on 8 April. Chance with luck in running. Roudoudou (FR) Finished sixth over 2400m at Nantes in a Class 3 Handicap on 31 March. Chance from a good draw of four.
South Africa Express Form & Race Previews (Fairview/ Greyville) – April...
RACE BY RACE PREVIEWS: FAIRVIEW / GREYVILLE POLYTRACK @2026.04.24
Fairview, 17.04.2026, Race 1, Gallops, 1200m, Turf, R78.000, 12:35GMT+2
Race Summary: RUNGSTEDLAND has found some good fillies to beat her in her first three starts and that may well be the case once again but she will fight it out. A lot was expected form CHATTERBOX on debut when only fourth and behind RUNGSTEDLAND. She is sure to improve though, and it will be no surprise at all were she to turn the tables. CLARA LUME makes her debut and could need this experience. Stable companion KITANA’S JOY was not disgraced on debut and should earn some more money. The two Real Gone Kid fillies, SAY A PRAYER and THIS OR THAT, are also capable of playing minor roles on debut.
Selections: #5 Rungstedland, #2 Chatterbox, #4 Kitana’s Joy, #6 Say A Prayer
Fairview, 17.04.2026, Race 2, Gallops, 1600m, Turf, R75.000, 13:10GMT+2
Race Summary: A very open looking maiden plate. LEIF ERIKSON makes a local debut and could improve. So for that matter can GREEN POINT. MONT TREMBLANT is consistent and will be winning a race soon enough. AMANZIMTEXAS showed improvement last time out and could have more to offer. MONKEY’S WEDDING and GREY WARRIOR both seem a lot better than what they showed in their latest performances. SIXTYZERO was too far back last time out and would not be a surprise winner. BUGLE has a place chance on best form.
Selections: #5 Leif Erikson, #3 Sixtyzero, #6 Green Point, #7 Mont Tremblant
Fairview, 17.04.2026, Race 3, Gallops, 2000m, Turf, R71.000, 13:45GMT+2
Race Summary: A competitive race for the first leg of the Pick 6. TOTAL ERUPTION showed improvement last time out and could go one place better. PLAYMAKER does not seem an easy ride so it is interesting that blinkers are now carded to be worn. PICK A POMODORO tends to lack a strong finish but might play a minor role. SATELLITE WORLD showed improvement last time out and has claims. STRAIGHT RED had excuses for his poor last run and could be a lively danger. CODEWORD is also capable of improvement on his local debut.
Selections: #10 Total Eruption, #5 Satellite World, #8 Straight Red, #1 Playmaker
Fairview, 17.04.2026, Race 4, Gallops, 1200m, Turf, R104.000, 14:20GMT+2
Race Summary: Trainer Dean Smith has a decent hand to play in this race. DANISH DYNAMITE is clearly better than her last run would suggest and is hard to catch over the minimum distance. INSTAWORTHY is consistent and should fight out the finish once again. HOT SAUCE is talented and seems better than her disappointing last run and would not be a surprise winner. VIRGIN RIVER has found her best form since joining trainer Alan Greeff and must be respected in this line-up. BONJOUR LA VILLE has beaten DANISH DYNAMITE so is clearly in with a shot at winning. SPORTS FAN is talented and another to consider.
Selections: #2 Danish Dynamite, #1 Instaworthy, #4 Hot Sauce, #3 Virgin River
Fairview, 17.04.2026, Race 5, Gallops, 1200m, Turf, R175.000, 14:55GMT+2
Race Summary: Some good juveniles go to the post for this. MASTER MTOTO is unbeaten in two starts so far and the manner in which he won his latest start suggests he can complete a hat-trick. US RANGER looked unlucky not to beat that rival in his penultimate start but was comfortably seen off last time out. He will challenge for top honours once again. Stable companion FIRST OFFICER may need to find a few lengths to beat those rivals but does have a place chance. INTO RED SPACE was an impressive debut winner and the horse he beat was a wide-margin winner last week so he deserves respect as well.
Selections: #4 Master Mtoto, #5 U S Ranger, #2 Into Red Space, #1 First Officer
Fairview, 17.04.2026, Race 6, Gallops, 1400m, Turf, R106.000, 15:30GMT+2
Race Summary: A very open handicap and it may pay to load this leg of the Pick 6. BEYNAC makes his local debut and has Richard Fourie riding so could be the right one. NELSON BAY was a bit unlucky not to win on local debut and could go one place better. Stable companion GLOBAL STATE is not reliable but is capable of scoring. That same clearly applies to PORFIRIO who wins when he is in the right mood. Both CHEEKY LADDIE and NEW MEXICO are also capable of winning.
Selections: #3 Beynac, #4 Nelson Bay, #6 Porfirio, #7 Cheeky Laddie
Fairview, 17.04.2026, Race 7, Gallops, 1400m, Turf, R90.000, 16:05GMT+2
Race Summary: Another very competitive handicap. RHYDIAN makes his local debut and could shine brightly. LAGUNA VERDE and TRIPPING THUNDER are better than their last performances and could be worth including in large Pick 6 permutations. INGQWELE and DUPONT EMERALD are both improving and are clearly capable of more wins. GLOBETONIC is not reliable but was an easy winner of his latest start. PRINCE FLORIAN can double up on a hard-fought win last time out. SUSURRANDO got out of the maiden ranks recently and could be better than rated.
Selections: #3 Ingqwele, #8 Rhydian, #5 Dupont Emerald, #6 Globetonic
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE POLYTRACK, 17.04.2026, Race 1, Gallops, 1200m, Poly, R100,000, 16:25GMT+2
Race Summary: PRINS JASPAR is lightly raced and was much improved at just his third start at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth. He looks the part. DONMAGOO was much improved in first time blinkers and first up on the poly. He has a light weight and gets 10kg from Prins Jaspar. OWNER OF CREATION is better than his recent form suggests. He is back over a sprint on the poly where he has done well. IMPERIAL VALOR showed some improvement second time out in a competitive maiden. Makes his poly debut and likely to improve.
Selections: #4 PRINS JASPAR, #1 DONMAGOO, #7 IMPERIAL VALOR, #6 OWNER OF CREATION
Fairview, 17.04.2026, Race 8, Gallops, 1600m, Turf, R80.000, 16:40GMT+2 Race Summary: KLEINZEE quickened up nicely to win on local debut and could follow up but it does look an open race. JOHNNY DRAMA showed improvement on local debut and should have more to offer. A BIT CHILLY is consistent and capable of another victory. NIGHTJAR, AMANATTO and SILENT TRIGGER all seem better than their last runs suggest and should be included in larger Pick 6 permutations. QONDANEKUKHANYENI has improved of late and has claims. DISRUPTIVE was an easy maiden winner and could be better than rated. SUN SPECTACULAR could earn some minor money once again. Selections: #5 Kleinzee, #1 Johnny Drama, #3 A Bit Chilly, #10 Sun Spectacular HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE POLYTRACK, 17.04.2026, Race 2, Gallops, 1600m, Poly, R125,000, 17:00GMT+2Race Summary: VIXEN’S WAR was a beaten favourite last time out at Hollywoodbets Durbanville. She has shown consistent form and should go close in this field. VAANS SPIRIT was outpaced over a sprint last run. Back over what looks to be a more suitable trip. CHAOS QUEEN showed some improvement second time out while AMC ROSE only had her first run as a four-year-old and was not too far back.
Selections: #6 VIXENS WAR, #5 VAANS SPIRIT, #3 CHAOS QUEEN, #7 A M C ROSE
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE POLYTRACK, 17.04.2026, Race 3, Gallops, 1800m, Poly, R100,000, 17:35GMT+2Race Summary: Glen Kotzen could hold the keys with three runners. Stable rider Chad Little partners GIMME THE TRUTH who has been making steady improvement in cheek pieces. Stable companion WONDERFUL TONIGHT is also improving and has a useful 2.5kg claimer aboard. DEVIL’S PEAK is another that appears to be coming to hand and his best recent effort has been on the poly. FIRE FORCE is a battling maiden but has shown some recent improvement and can earn.
Selections: #5 WONDERFUL TONIGHT, #4 GIMME THE TRUTH, #2 DEVIL’S PEAK, #3 FIRE FORCE
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE POLYTRACK, 17.04.2026, Race 4, Gallops, 1900m, Poly, R135,000, 18:10GMT+2Race Summary: Wide open. SESAME was running on strongly behind the useful Master Du Rouvray last time out and has run two smart races on the poly. She can go one better. FINE WINE makes her way onto the poly but is in smart form and narrowly beaten at her last two. PROM QUEEN was a narrowly beaten favourite last start on the poly. A repeat showing could see her home. PSYCHE showed up well first run out of the maidens but was a length back to Fine Wine when last they met so does look held. ZENA ROSE and MS GALORE are others to consider.
Selections: #5 SESAME, #8 FINE WINE, #10 PROM QUEEN, #2 PSYCHE
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE POLYTRACK, 17.04.2026, Race 5, Gallops, 1400m, Poly, R100,000, 18:45GMT+2Race Summary: Competitive handicap. PROFESSOR LUPIN goes well over course and distance and has the best of the draw. SWEEPER KEEPER has his third run after a break. He has improved with each outing and has a chance at possible long odds. LOU LOU THE LEGEND has been consistent of late and goes well over course and distance. SAIL TO THE MOON is down in class and was not far back last time out.
Selections: #1 PROFESSOR LUPIN, #5 SWEEPER KEEPER, #4 LOU LOU THE LEGEND, #10 SAIL TO THE MOON
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE POLYTRACK, 17.04.2026, Race 6, Gallops, 1400m, Poly, R100,000, 19:20GMT+2Race Summary: Difficult handicap. ULTRA QUICK seldom runs a bad race and is 3.5kg better off with INDECENT PROPOSAL on their last meeting. GOREOUS DUDE has a light weight and goes well over course and distance. QUINN’S TIME is showing signs of returning to form after a close-up third last run and has a 4kg claimer aboard.
Selections: #3 ULTRA QUICK, #8 GORGEOUS DUDE, #11 QUINN’S TIME, #1 INDECENT PROPOSAL
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE POLYTRACK, 17.04.2026, Race 7, Gallops, 1200m, Poly, R145,000, 19:55GMT+2Race Summary: MASTEROFTHEDESERT was a close-up second at Hollywoodbets Durbanville last time out. He makes his poly debut but drops in class with a useful 2.5kg claimer aboard. IBUTHO is over his best course and distance. He tries for his 11th win and has been in the money in 50% of his races. SUPER FAST was not far behind the ultra-consistent Good Traveller on the poly last time out. He drops in class although he does go a furlong further. FREEDOM FIGHTER ran no race first up out of the maidens. He got a hefty rating for his maiden win and has a big weight but he does have the best of the draw and one to watch in the market.
Selections: #6 MASTEROFTHEDESERT, #7 SUPER FAST, #1 FREEDOM FIGHTER, #4 IBUTHO
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE POLYTRACK, 17.04.2026, Race 8, Gallops, 1200m, Poly, R135,000, 20:30GMT+2Race Summary: SARAGOSSA CAT has her first run for a new stable. She has won two of her five starts but patchy form in between. The change of environment could bring out the best. Gary Rich has two lively runners in DAWN SURPRISE who has the best of the draw and whose last win was over course and distance. She has a useful claimer aboard. Stable companion DE VLUGGE has won her last two on the poly. She has jumped in the ratings but gets 1.5kg relief from the saddle. QHAWEKAZI has drawn wide but goes well over course and distance and should be a contender.
Selections: #4 SARAGOSSA CAT, #1 DAWN SURPRISE, #9 DE VLUGGE, #11 QHAWEKAZI
Best Win: #2 DANISH DYNAMITE #6 VIXENS WAR Best Value Bet: #6 MASTEROFTHEDESERT Best Longshot: #5 KLEINZEE #5 SWEEPER KEEPER





























