Racing TV – Who Do We Trust?
The racing television whodunnit continues. For racing, or not for racing?
15th February 2022
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The racing television whodunnit continues. For racing, or not for racing?
In this current racing season – we are in the 27th week – Khumalo has been found guilty of the crop rule no less than 23 times
The NHA have suspended him for a month and thus removed his ability to earn any income. Yet they have ordered him to pay them R30 000
As punters we want info from Trainers, Grooms, Jockeys and Owners of what they think about their horses
In a week where an announcement is expected from 4Racing, ask the average stakeholder in South African horseracing about the sport’s shop-window, and it’s a myriad of confusion and urban legend
‘After watching the Cape Guineas many times over, I am not entirely convinced as to how meritorious Double Superlative’s victory really was’
It puzzles me and I am trying to understand the dynamics against the background of lesser races in 2022, and smaller fields – certainly in the Cape!
In my opinion if a Trainer prefers not to comment on their day’s runners, then their name should not appear
‘There was an incredible vibe at the races when those guys were around. Have you any idea where they are’ – so asks a reader
The storm that erupted afterwards as a result of an incident in the home straight has been the subject of much debate
‘I enjoyed the best days of this game. I can’t remember any politics. We spoke racing – and racing only’
Snaith star runs in a a capacity nationally representative field for the 129th renewal of the R5 million Hollywoodbets Gr1 Durban July!
In perfect weather conditions, an enthusiastic record crowd – probably larger than that seen at many local racemeetings – turned out to enjoy coffee and pastries and watch their big race fancies going through their paces
SplashOut-sponsored Apprentice Savanna Valjalo broke the ice at Hollywoodbets Greyville at her 11th ride under rules on Wednesday
There’s something magical about the world of horseracing that has always drawn a certain kind of person, especially those who love speed, style, and a bit of drama
