Weekend equine races: Events at Fairview, Kenilworth, Turffontein, and Scottsville highlights the thoroughbred racing schedule
Weekend Racing Frenzy Across SA
Unleashing the Thrills This past weekend witnessed a torrent of horse racing action across South Africa, with Fairview, Kenilworth, Turffontein, and Scottsville hosting pulse-pounding performances. Here's a recap of the exhilarating finishes and nail-biting competition from each venue.
Fairview - Friday 2 August
Race 6: A Gutsy Victory for Rainbow Lorikeet
After a trying day, MIlnerton trainer Candice Bass-Robinson and jockey Aldo Domeyer struck gold at Fairview on Friday. The resilient Rainbow Lorikeet clinched her second career stakes win in the R150 000 East Cape Paddock Stakes, warding off Time For Love by a solid three-quarter length, with a time of 97.92 seconds for the mile. Luna Halo took third, while Rainbow Lorikeet, owned by the Yuppie Syndicate and bred by Wilgerbosdrift & Mauritzfontein, has now raked in R464 701 from four wins and six placings in 13 starts[1].
Race 7: Cherry Ano Snags First Stakes Win
After a protracted wait, Gavin Smith's five-year-old Cherry Ano finally took home his first stakes victory at Fairview on Friday. With Fairy Knight absent and a lackluster run from Cape raider Sugar Mountain, the field was left open for Cherry Ano to snatch his eighth career win. Under Calvin Habib's skillful ride, he inched past Bush Tracker to claim victory by a neck in 97.79 seconds[1]. Glen Kotzen's Hat's Pride delivered a commendable performance, placing third, while Sequoia rounded off the quartet. Cherry Ano, bred by Summerhill Equestrian and owned by Henning Pretorius, has now won 8 of 18 starts, bagging R628 638[1].
Kenilworth - Saturday 3 August
Race 6: Beneath The Moon Shines in Winter Country Championship Final
Piet Botha's five-year-old Beneath The Moon pulled off a surprise victory in the Winter Country Championship 1200 Final at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth on Saturday, claiming the R118,750 top prize. After 23 starts, the MR 58-rated mare secured her second career win, finishing 1.5 lengths ahead of Look Forward in a time of 75.38 seconds, with Tres Chic in third[1]. Beneath The Moon, bred by Wilgerbosdrift & Mauritzfontein, has now banked R228,088 from two wins and seven placings[1].
Race 7: Night Bomber Excels in Class 4 Feature
The Zurnamer colours returned to the winner's circle as Night Bomber, a Lammerskraal-bred four-year-old, nabbed his second win in the R200,000 Winter Country Championship 1200 Final at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth on Saturday. Brett Crawford's trainee surged ahead at the 300m mark to secure a commanding 2.75-length win over Lunch Money. Night Bomber clocked 74.01 seconds, earning R256,800 from two wins and three placings[1].
Race 8: Sudden Song Blazes to Victory in 1800 Final
Cape Racing closed out their Winter Country Championship on a high note, with Sudden Song claiming the R200,000 1800 Final at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth on Saturday. The six-year-old, previously unbeaten since January 2023, was a long-shot at 10-1. With issues for favourite Prime Venture, Sudden Song, ridden by Louis Mxothwa, took advantage of the situation and finished strongly to beat King Pelles by a narrow margin. Twice The Master rounded out the podium in third[1]. Sudden Song, bred by Riverworld Stud, now has three wins and 16 places from 29 starts, earning R486,213[1].
Turffontein - Saturday 3 August
Race 6: Sail The Sky Sails to Victory
Sail The Sky ruled the five-strong field, emerging victorious with a prize of R50,002. Marco Van Rensburg expertly guided the four-year-old to the top spot, while Spring Tradition claimed second and Guardia Regine took third[2]. Circus Lights and Mescal rounded out the field in fourth and fifth, respectively. Sail The Sky's impressive performance highlighted the competition[2].
Race 7: Wings Within Me Soars to Triumph
Wings Within Me, ridden by Smanga Khumalo, took the top honours in a nail-biting contest, earning a prize of R62,491. The four-year-old displayed tremendous stamina and speed to cross the line first. On Cue, with Muzi Yeni in the irons, mounted a strong second-place challenge, while What A Lucy secured third[2]. The race held spectators on the edge of their seats, with Wings Within Me proving to be the finale's victor[2].
Scottsville - Sunday 4 August
Race 7: Mascherina Wins First Maiden Stakes
Mascherina, a half-sister to 2021 SA Triple Crown winner Malmoos, secured her maiden stakes victory at Hollywoodbets Scottsville on Sunday in the R200,000 Listed Off To Stud Stakes. Guided by Tristan Godden, she overtook Quantum by 0.40 lengths, clocking 96.43 seconds. Elembee took third, with Perilla finishing fourth[1]. Trained by Peter Muscutt and ridden by Godden, Mascherina has now banked R361,625 from four wins and three placings in eight starts[1].
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Weekend Jackpot Opportunities in South African Horse Racing
The exhilarating finishes from the past weekend's horse racing events across South Africa present intriguing betting opportunities.
At Fairview, Rainbow Lorikeet's gutsy performance in Race 6 and Cherry Ano's long-awaited first stakes win in Race 7 are noteworthy, with both horses displaying strong form.
In the Winter Country Championship Final at Kenilworth, Beneath The Moon's surprise victory in Race 6 and Night Bomber's commanding performance in Race 7 offer enticing prospects.
Sudden Song's impressive victory in the 1800 Final at Kenilworth on Saturday could be another potential big win for those placing their bets.
Moving to Turffontein, Sail The Sky's dominating Race 6 victory and Wings Within Me's thrilling performance in Race 7 are worth considering for those looking for a sports racing jackpot.
At Scottsville, Mascherina's first maiden stakes victory in Race 7, being a half-sibling of the 2021 SA Triple Crown winner Malmoos, suggests promising potential for future performances.
Those seeking expert advice can turn to betting tips for guidance, ensuring a race day filled with excitement, adrenaline, and potential winnings.
