SAF - DURBANVILLE   30 Aug 2025
 
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Hollywoodbets DURBANVILLE WELCOMES YOU MAIDEN PLATE 1000m

Track: GOOD   Clear (Max: 18)    

Good early pressure anticipated with a large representation of first starters. MAGICAL PLACE (5) has placed in both of his efforts to date. He tired late at Kenilworth last time. He is a progressive type and unless one of the first timers have ability, he should find himself in the winner's enclosure. DIGBY (2) returns from a 16-week break, during which time he was gelded. He has decent form lines and if not in need of the run, he should throw out a big challenge to the top selection. CEDAR POINT (6) is an unraced son of Vercingetorix from the Justin Snaith stable with Muzi Yeni in the saddle. He is in need of the outing, he should start his career on a positive note. The betting market will be the best guide with regards to his chances. EUGENIUS (1) is a son of Vercingetorix from the Vaughan Marshall stable with Sean Veale up. If not too green the in the running he should give a good account of himself.
1 EUGENIUS
VAUGHAN MARSHALL
3YO  BAY  COLT 58.0KG
Hollywood Racing (Nom: Mr A Delpech)
First-starter by Vercingetorix out of Cockney Pride. Can make an immediate impact.
1
SEAN VEALE
YELLOW, PURPLE STARS, STARS SLEEVES, YELLOW CAP, PURPLE STAR
2 4x54x DIGBY
SHANE HUMBY
4YO  BAY  GELDING 60.0KG
Mesdames K Bosman & J Hunter & Messrs F M Carruthers, E Hector & Ian Robinson
Resuming after a spell of three-and-a-half months. Finished off last preparation fourth of 10 at Kenilworth May 13 over 1200m, 2.5 len behind Rhydian carrying 60kg at $11. Previously first up; fifth of 11 at Kenilworth April 14 over 1000m, 2.25 len behind Gimmeathrill carrying 60kg at $15. Look for a bold run.
2
GRANT BEHR
WHITE, SHOCKING PINK CHECKS, WHITE SLEEVES, SHOCKING PINK CHECKS, SHOCKING PINK CAP
3 80x LE TURBO
JAMES CRAWFORD
3YO  BAY  COLT 58.0KG
Messrs G S Knowles, A Gujadhur, J P Koster & Y Rogbeer, Mesdames G MacGregor & L Virahsawmy & Mr & Mrs D Naik
He is resuming after a three-and-a-half months break. Not seen since he finished last of 12 at Kenilworth May 25 over 1200m, 7 len behind In A Timely Manner carrying 60kg at $26. On debut eighth of 12 at Kenilworth April 28 over 1000m, 4.5 len behind Dive Bomber carrying 57kg at $8. Others have firmer winning claims.
3
LUYOLO MXOTHWA
BLACK,WHITE STARS,BLACK CAP,WHITE STAR,BLACK POM POM
4 OH SO ONEDERFUL
VAUGHAN MARSHALL
3YO  BAY  COLT 58.0KG
V H M Racing (Nom: Mr V H Marshall)
First-starter by One World out of Keep The Faith. Prefer to see him under race conditions.
4
OSWALD NOACH
RED, WHITE, GREEN, RED, WHITE, GREEN HORIZONTAL RAYS
5 23 MAGICAL PLACE
ERIC SANDS
3YO  CHESTNUT  COLT 58.0KG
D de Andrade, S Gaskell & Mr F J Hall
Third race start today. At debut, 2nd of 7 at Kenilworth on June 21 over 1000m, 2.75 len behind October Storm with 57kg at $13.50. Second-up 3rd of 10 at Kenilworth on July 26 over 1000m, 3.5 len behind Sardinia Bay carrying 60kg at $4. Forward showing expected.
5
RICHARD FOURIE
TURQUOISE,WHITE STAR, SLEEVES, TURQUOISE SEAMS, CUFFS,CAP, WHITE STARS
6 CEDAR POINT
JUSTIN SNAITH
3YO  BAY  COLT 58.0KG
Mr A J Brand
First-starter by Vercingetorix out of Cidada (ZAR R 600,000 (Cape Thoroughbred Sales 2024 BREEZE UP & UNBROKEN 2YO SALE) purchase). Should have plenty of admirers.
6
MUZI YENI
WHITE,RED VEE, STARS SLEEVES,CAP,WHITE PEAK
7 WILLIAM'S WOMAN
H/M CRAWFORD/RIX
3YO  BAY  FILLY 55.0KG
SA Punters Forum Syndicate (Pty) Ltd (Nom: Mr Deva Govender), Messrs G A van der Merwe & Jody van Heerden
First-starter by William Longsword out of Banking April. Happy to watch and learn this time.
7
S BUNGANE
BLACK, PINK SHERBET MALTESE CROSS, MEDIUM BLUE SLEEVES,CAP
8 SYMBOLIC GESTURE
JUSTIN SNAITH
3YO  BAY  GELDING 58.0KG
Messrs J I Bloch, Cameron Braun, E A Braun, A C P Cotterell, F Kilbourn, B L Norval, A C Pillay, Nicholas Riley & DC Stonebridge
Three-year-old gelding (Rafeef - Suzanita) making his debut. Purchased for ZAR R 375,000 (Cape Thoroughbred Sales 2024 PREMIER YEARLING SALE POWERED BY TATTERSALLS). A bold showing is anticipated.
8
JUAN PAUL V'D MERWE
SILVER, PURPLE BIB, COLLAR, DIABLO SLEEVES, CAP, SILVER DIAMOND
9 FRANKIE FINGERS
HERMAN BROWN
3YO  BAY  COLT 58.0KG
Greenacres Trust (Nom: Mr N M Shirtliff) & Mr G N Shirtliff
Three-year-old colt (Horizon - Seventh Storm) making his debut. Purchased for ZAR R 20,000 (Bloodstock South Africa 2024 KZN Yearling Sale). Likely to come in for support.
9
CHAD LITTLE
WHITE, MEDIUM BLUE HALVED, CHERRY SLEEVES, MEDIUM BLUE CAP
10 ROYAL INFLUENCER
JUSTIN SNAITH
3YO  BAY  COLT 58.0KG
Messrs A J Brand, D Musikanth & Jonathan Snaith
First-starter by Royal Mo out of Manousckas Beaut. Respect any positive market lead.
10
ANDREW FORTUNE
NAVY, MAROON CHEVRONS, SLEEVES, CAP
11 9x AYA'S DREAM
JUSTIN SNAITH
3YO  BAY  GELDING 58.0KG
Gary Player Stud Farm (Pty) Ltd & D D MacLean
Resumes from a spell after only one run when second last of 10 at Kenilworth on May 21 over 1000m, 16 len behind Three Tigers with 57kg at $67. May need more time.
11
B PLAATJIES
ORANGE, BLACK SPOTS, LIME SLEEVES, ORANGE CAP,LIME COLLAR
12 VOLEGOV
W A NEL
3YO  BAY  COLT 58.0KG
Mrs S Plattner
Three-year-old colt by Querari out of Run Like Hell having his first start. A bold showing is on the cards.
12
CORNE ORFFER
DARK GREEN, PURPLE HORSESHOE, SLEEVES, DARK GREEN CUFF, PURPLE CAP, DARK GREEN PEAK
13 6077x CLAUDE MONET
H/M CRAWFORD/RIX
4YO  BAY  GELDING 60.0KG
Messrs F M Carruthers & D Chinsammy & Miss K Hadden
Resumes from a spell. Finished off last preparation seventh of 10 at Kenilworth December 28 over 1400m, 9 len behind Tsunami Warning with 58.5kg at $41. On debut ninth of 16 at Scottsville June 17 2024 over 1200m, 14 len behind Definitely Yes with 60kg at $51. Doesn't appeal.
13
WHITE, PINK CROSSED SASHES, PINK SLEEVES, WHITE HALVED , WHITE CAP