The R250 000 Gr3 Kings Cup, for years a traditional turf mile, is back where it belongs at Greyville on Sunday, after a two year absence on the polytrack.
The going is declared as ‘good to soft’ with a 76% chance of rain.
It’s My Turn – second run after rest
Dean Kannemeyer saddles a coupling, headed by 2016 Gr1 Investec Cape Derby winner It’s My Turn. The son of Dynasty has not won in over two years since that memorable January day and is a class sort. Dean Kannemeyer suggests that he may need another outing.
“I find the second run after a rest syndrome is more likely after a long rest. He was off for seven months and his last run was a stretch which he enjoyed over a distance short of his optimum,” said Kannemeyer.
The yard also saddles recent Jet Master Stakes fourth-placer Summer Sky. “He is super game and consistent. He has a nice galloping weight. Don’t disregard him,” he added.
Redeemer is on the up
Brett Crawford’s very progressive Captain America full-brother Redeemer has flourished in KZN, winning his last three starts by an aggregate 15 lengths. This is tougher, but the talented 4yo comes in fit and distance suited at his first Greyville start. His connections will have a better idea of his Champions Season prospects by Sunday evening.
Topweighted Celtic Captain makes up the Captain Al duo with Redeemer. He is consistent and distance suited.
Platinum Prince is Justin Snaith’s first runner in the build-up to the big season and the son of Silvano ran a cracking third behind Cape Derby winner Eyes Wide Open in the Peninsula Handicap. Travelled and rested 11 weeks, he may just need it.
Wild Wicket and Red Chesnut Road are both capable.
A tricky handicap, where Redeemer could make a big season claim. Social Order and It’s My Turn look next best.
