The three-year-old colt division lacks a clear standout, and Saturday’s Grade 1 Lucky Fish Cape Derby (2000m) at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth could provide answers. Star Major may be ready to step forward.
Highly regarded all season, he has endured wide draws and traffic issues but showed his class when winning the Politician Stakes over 1800m, quickening smartly past Happy Verse. Earlier Grade 1 and Grade 2 efforts were better than they read. With Luyolo Mxothwa up for James Crawford, the son of Querari looks to be peaking at the right time.
Filly Wish List adds intrigue. The Grade 1 Cartier Paddock Stakes winner represents the stronger fillies’ form line and is by Legislate, who won this race in 2014 for Justin Snaith and Richard Fourie — the same team now behind her. She commands serious respect. Note To Self is progressive and talented, though this may come slightly soon, while Happy Verse must prove he stays.
In the Grade 2 Diadem Stakes (1200m), Outlaw King looks primed after a strong Cape Flying Championship third. The step back to 1200m should suit, though Questioning and All The Rage pose dangers.
Landoftherisingsun is a value shout in the Kenilworth Cup (2500m), while Phantom Man can finally shed his maiden tag over 1600m. Promising juvenile Casperita bids to enhance Alan Greeff’s strong two-year-old record.
Stormwatch appears ideally suited in the Grade 2 Prix Du Cap (1400m) after an eye-catching win, and Snow Pilot, back in form, is a major player in the Jet Master Stakes. Prince Of Tibet can round off the card with another consistent showing.
