Muzi goes to Marchland
Vale Rocket Man
2026 Coolmore Classic Preview
Randolph Hearst can make headlines
Punters face a tricky start to Wednesday’s meeting at Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse, with the opening two races featuring several debutants. Serious bettors may prefer to tread carefully early on.
A stronger betting opportunity could come in the first leg of the PA where Randolph Hearst makes his local debut. The Justin Snaith-trained runner has been competing against some of the best three-year-olds in Cape Town and has not been far behind. Dropping into this company gives him a strong chance to make an immediate impact.
Dominic Zaki’s Talk To The Master arrives in good form after a win in the Fever Tree Stakes but faces a tougher task conceding 6kg to his younger rival.
In the first leg of the Pick 6, Highveld Storm showed promise on local debut in first-time blinkers and should improve further. War Emperor has been progressing steadily and ran a close second last time out, while Good Omen has finished runner-up over course and distance in his last two starts and now benefits from a 4kg claim. Frostbite could be the pick of the Frikkie Greyling pair after a modest debut.
The fifth is a difficult handicap with several runners trying 2400m for the first time. Can We Start has scope to improve over the trip, while Fire Force is the only runner proven at the distance and arrives off a solid second.
Ladyofdistinction has shown class since returning from a break with two convincing wins and should again be competitive in race six. One Smart Cookie steps up in trip with consistent sprint form and looks a major threat.
Maphaka should bounce back after a disappointing polytrack effort and faces easier opposition, while Tam’s Knight and consistent Cowboy Country can also feature.
The finale is wide open, though veteran Sun Dazed could benefit from the drop in trip and the addition of blinkers. Intrepid, Trippi’s Silk and Definitely Yes all hold chances.
Among the early races, Flamethrower and Quest Of Valor showed promise on debut, while well-bred newcomer One Pepper is worth monitoring in the betting.
Sean Tarry Sparkles On Day 2 Of The Championships
HKJC WORLD POOL SA CLASSIC (Grade 1)
The HKJC World Pool SA Classic saw the result go right down the wire with the narrowest of margins separating the first two, but the result went the way of Mrs H Kuhn’s Grand Empire (Vercingetorix – Palace Of Dreams). Trained by Sean Tarry and benefitting from a shrewdly timed ride by Craig Zackey, he stopped the clock in 112.61. Tarry sportingly acknowledged Cape colleague Eric Sands in the post-race interview, saying Sands had originally selected the horse and trained him early on, but didn’t get to race him and said that’s the really tough side of racing, but thanked the Kuhns for their confidence and support. Bred by Al Adiyaat (Sheik Mohammed Bin Khalifa Al Maktoum), Grand Empire now has 4 wins and 2 places from 6 career starts.
Full Result:
Race-7 R 1,500,000 1800m 15:00
HKJC WORLD POOL SA CLASSIC (Grade 1)
For 3 year-olds (2nd Leg of SA Triple Crown)
Stake Breakdown
Total Stakes: R 1500000.00
1st: R 890625.00, 2nd: R 285000.00, 3rd: R 142500.00, 4th: R 71250.00, 5th: R 35625.00.
WILGERBOSDRIFT H F OPPENHEIMER HORSE CHESTNUT STAKES (Grade 1)
Tarry was back on the podium half an hour later to accept his second Gr1 trophy for the day in the 2026 Wilgerbosdrift H F Oppenheimer Stakes. The Wernars Family & D Chinsammy’s Tin Pan Alley (The United States – The Entertainer), was bred by Moutonshoek and put up a sensational performance under Keagan de Melo to register victory by 3.75 lengths in a time of 98.86.
Full Result:
Race-8 R 1,500,000 1600m 15:35
WILGERBOSDRIFT H F OPPENHEIMER HORSE CHESTNUT STAKES (Grade 1)
For all Horses at Weight for Age
Stake Breakdown
Total Stakes: R 1500000.00
1st: R 890625.00, 2nd: R 285000.00, 3rd: R 142500.00, 4th: R 71250.00, 5th: R 35625.00
TAB J J THE JET PLANE STAKES (Grade 3)
There was no living with Messrs R P Macnab, Keegan Govender, X Spies & Corne Spies Racing (Pty) Ltd, Waste Glass Recovery (Pty) Ltd (Nom: J H de Lange)’s 7yo William Robertson (Rafeef – Massachusetts) in the TAB J J The Jet Plane Stakes. Bred by Ridgemont Highlands, the Corne Spies charge was registering his 17th career win – and his second TAB J J The Jet Plane Stakes title – under Ryan Munger. Despite his 62kg impost, he covered the 1000m in 57.04 easing down.
ENDS.
Galileo Star is the Supreme Judge
Sha Tin Track Spy: Sunday, 8 March
THE NZB KIWI RUNNER-BY-RUNNER
- Romanoff ($81) Handy Belardo gelding who won the 2000 Guineas last year but that came on heavy going and a career using racing plates is not a positive indicator that he will handle the likely good going. Not sure has come back from a let-up super well either. Pass.
- To Bravery Born ($81) The Walker-Bergerson tandem have four and possibly five runners in The NZB Kiwi and this Snitzel-bred gelding looks the least likely. Has just a single placing from six starts in black type company.
- Well Written ($1.20) Stephen Marsh has a superstar on his hands with this unbeaten Written Tycoon filly that has swept all before her. Her 6L win in the Karaka Millions 3yo was utterly breathtaking. Won the 1000 Guineas in equally dominant fashion. Drawn perfectly. Hard to see them getting close to her.
- Affirmative Action ($23) Pam Gerard gelding who was very poor in the Karaka 3yo. There were excuses when she was eased up after a torrid run and was found to be ill. Went on a course of antibiotics. Not an ideal preparation for a race of this quality. Big no.
- La Dorada ($14) A nation will be roaring if The People’s Horse looks any kind of hope in the straight. She was fantastic winning the Group 2 Levin Classic two starts back before placing in the Karaka 3yo. She has a fantastic record and a nice draw. She has plenty of class and is a must for exotics.
- Asakura ($18) There is little Australia would enjoy more than winning the NZB Kiwi and this is the best and only hope for our Trans-Tasman rivals. Mitchell Freedman trains and Dean Yendall comes across for the ride and he is a live runner. He was fantastic in the CS Hayes last start and the stable are not over for a haircut. Top blowout hope.
- Zivou ($81) Few trainers prepare them better for big races than Roger James but this gelding seems up against it. He had excuses last start when posted three wide without cover and prior was a dominant winner but doesn’t have the upside to steal this, even drawing the rail.
- He Who Dares ($23) Only one horse has beaten this colt the last two starts and that galloper is Well Written but this Te Akau colt looks unlikely to turn the tables. Opie Bosson sticks but drawn wide and there have been no excuses the last two starts.
- Panther ($23) Exciting Ace High gelding who has finished in the quinella in all four career starts. Stepped up to black type company with aplomb when beaten only a long neck by Belle Cheval last start. Love his draw and fancy he will be right in the battle for second.
- L’Aigle Noir ($61) Lance O’Sullivan and Andrew Scott have taken this spry type along slowly. He only won his maiden in November and has been well beaten by Belle Cheval in each of his last two. Hard to see him having the scope for improvement.
- Belle Cheval ($10) Exciting Mark Walker and Sam Bergerson filly who deserves second favouritism behind Well Written. She is airborne with a 1.24L win at Group 3 level before beating a good portion of this field at Group 3 level here at Ellerslie last start. No spoil the price but have to include in multiples.
- War Princess ($81) The daughter of Navy Flag has built an impressive resume with five wins from 10 starts including a win at Group 3 level two starts back. She handles all going and stuck on nicely after pinging from the barriers. She won’t be turning the tables on the favourite but can run into a place at odds.
- Lollapalooza ($41) Handy filly who the market has underrated here. She may not be up to Well Written but she can certainly run a race. Her only win came in Group 3 company last September. She was desperately unlucky two starts back when clipping heels and overracing but still finishing second before having to get too far back last start. Value each-way proposition.
- Convinced ($126) Super Seth filly who looks out of her depth in The NZB Kiwi. She won on debut in maiden grade but stepping up to Group 3 company was well beaten by five more running in this including Belle Cheval. Not up to it.
- Tomahawk ($151) First emergency. Disappointed in benchmark 65 grade last start when in the market but well beaten. Looks to be too much against this gelding.
- Bolli Belle ($81) Second emergency. Te Akau filly who has won both her career starts. Cruised to a comfortable win last start at Matamata. This is a huge step up in grade but will be included in exotics if she gets a run.
- Burnerphone ($151) Third emergency. Benjamin King filly started to show something when out to a mile. If she gets a run though she will be back in journey and that won’t help. Unlikely to get a run.
- Laura’s Legacy ($201) Fourth emergency. This Ocean Park filly’s only win came in maiden grade and comes off a well-beaten 10th when not in the market last start. One for connections only.
New Zealand Derby Runner-By-Runner
By Nick Tedeschi
The New Zealand Derby traces its roots back to 1860 with icons such as Bonecrusher, Gloaming, Nightmarch and Kindergarten winning the race. Another champion will etch their name into equine immortality on Saturday.
- That’s Gold Chris Wood gelding who has been in scintillating form winning the Group 2 Avondale Guineas when sitting wide and kicking clear, running the fastest last 200m. Has a super record on top of the ground and the trip won’t prove a problem. Clear top selection.
- Aksil Alexander visitor who was less than impressive at first run beyond a mile when sixth in the Avondale Guineas. Struggled over the last 400m with ordinary sectionals and unlikely to appreciate the further step up in distance.
- Road To Paris Roger James has won the Derby six times and has three runners here led by up-and-comer Road To Paris. Ran the second fastest last 600m when second in the Avondale Guineas. Will be right in the finish but awkward draw the concern.
- Towering Vision Failed to beat a runner home in the Avondale Guineas when nearly 12L off the winner. Raced well prior when getting out to a mile and beyond. Will take some forgiveness for his last shocker but far from the worst.
- Geneva Son of Time Test who has been tried at black type level five times and has yet to run a place. Concussion plates suggest bad feet and has yet to place on good going if the track gets to that. Too much against.
- Yamato Satona Colt who certainly has the credentials to win with a well-heeled ownership group and Lance O’Sullivan and Andrew Scott training as they chase their third Derby in the last six years. He has been racing well with a third in the Waikato Guineas but likely needs it wetter.
- Magic Carpet Stephen Marsh galloper who hasn’t fired as shot since winning the Group 2 Hawke’s Bay Guineas last September. Not gone close in two runs beyond a mile. Hard to make a case for.
- Tulsa King Placed in the Gingernuts two runs back when overshooting SP after running second quickest final 400m. Did enough in the Wairoa Cup against the older horses when running fifth, running the fastest last 400m. Likely over the odds.
- Genki Maiden with just a single placing in six starts. That was in the Avondale Guineas though when placing at big odds. Clearly an out-and-out stayer but has not shown enough to be considered.
- Sweet Ice Honest type who looks out of his depth in the Derby. Finished midfield in the Karaka 3yo and ran well in the Waikato Guineas. Well beaten in the Avondale Guineas though and wide draw a worry.
- Halo’s Fire Mark Forbes gelding who stuck on nicely when midfield in the Avondale Guineas. Sectionals weren’t great though and failed to win in benchmark 65 grade the start prior. No thanks.
- Lunaman Debuted in January with a maiden win and has progressed nicely to this with a best effort coming in the Waikato Guineas when fifth. Ran the fastest 800, 600 and 400 in the Avondale Guineas off a slow tempo. Absolutely including in exotics.
- Wigmore Long odds and deservedly so. Comprehensively beaten in restricted grade last start and no excuses when beaten at Waverley two starts back when well in the market.
- Taylor Square One of the more experienced runners but still just the one win to his name. Just been running midfield of late. Unlikely to challenge.
- Autumn Glory Exciting filly who won the Waikato Guineas before no luck in the New Zealand Oaks when held up at a critical time. Was no match the winner but ran some very sharp sectionals. Looking to do an Orchestral.
- Ariadne Filly who ran fourth in the New Zealand Oaks. Hard to make a case she stands a better hope than fellow filly Autumn Glory. Racing well but others seem to have her measure.
Selections: 1 That’s Gold 8 Tulsa King 15 Autumn Glory 12 Lunaman
JOCKEY SPOTLIGHT: ALYSHA COLLETT
You’ve built a reputation as one of Sydney’s most consistent riders. When you look back, what moment made you realize you truly belonged at the top level of racing? Nothing in particular stands out, but I’m proud of the progress I’ve made over the past few seasons. Racing can be an unforgiving industry. What have been the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way, and how have those experiences shaped you as both a jockey and a person? Injuries mainly but there are daily challenges that shape you as a jockey. Trying to control the things you can is important and not worry about stuff that’s out of your hands. You’re often praised for your professionalism and work ethic. What does a “normal” day look like for you when you’re not in the middle of a big race week? A normal day off depends on how I’m feeling or what I’ve pre-planned. I love to stay busy. Some days I’ll do a gym session and concentrate on recovery. Other days I’ll hang out with friends or family. Confidence is crucial in the saddle. How do you manage pressure and expectations, especially when the spotlight is on during major meetings? I treat every race day the same. If it’s a maiden at Canberra or a group one at Randwick, I will always try my best. Confidence is key, I get mine from doing form and knowing the horse so I can make the right decisions during a race. Outside of racing, what helps you switch off mentally? Are there hobbies or interests that keep you grounded away from the track? Hanging out with friends and family. I’m lucky I can switch off quickly. International Women’s Day is about recognizing progress and inspiring change. As a female jockey, do you feel the landscape has shifted in recent years, and where do you still see room for improvement? I’m fortunate to have started riding when woman jockeys were accepted. There’s a greater amount of female apprentice jockeys at present. We have equal opportunity to succeed. You’ve ridden alongside and against some of the best in the sport. Who has had the biggest influence on your career, and what lessons have stayed with you? My brother Jason, we are always supporting each other and giving constructive feedback. Racing demands incredible physical and mental discipline. How do you maintain balance in your personal life while staying at peak performance professionally? I’m a big advocate for staying fit and healthy. I like going to the Physio, gym or Pilates. If my body needs more recovery, I’ll do a sauna or ice bath. It’s listening to whatever my body needs to feel my best. For young girls watching you ride and dreaming of a career in racing, what advice would you give them about breaking into such a competitive industry? To just keep showing up and always trying to improve a little bit every day. Get the right advice from people that have succeeded before you. When your riding career eventually slows down, how would you like to be remembered within the sport, and what ambitions do you have beyond racing? Hopefully being remembered for my persistence and always having a crack. I would love to stay in the industry, whatever that may look like.
Super Express Full Steam Ahead
March 8 Selangor Preview By Mark Lydeamore
Flemington, Randwick & Ellerslie Feature Race Previews – Saturday March 7
- War Machine – the Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap winner, trained by Ben, Will & JD Hayes
- Caballus – the powerful Bjorn Baker sprinter with a booming finish
- Angel Capital – a dynamic runner from the Chris Waller yard
- Wodeton – the Coolmore-owned colt, with star jockey Wayne Lordan flown in
- Stefi Magnetica – last year’s Doncaster Handicap champion, with Hugh Bowman flying in from Hong Kong to ride
- Treasurethe Moment – dual Oaks hero from last season
- Leica Lucy – last year’s New Zealand Oaks winner
- Tom Kitten – the defending All-Star Mile champion for powerhouse Godolphin
- Antino – Queensland’s reigning Horse of the Year
- Evaporate – a three-time Group 1 placegetter who finished runner-up in last year’s $4 million Kiwi
- 2 Group 2 races
- 3 Group 3 races
- World Pool wagering across Races 8 and 9
- Attica – winner of the Spring Champion Stakes
- Ninja – the fast-rising crowd favourite
- Lady Shenandoah
- Beiwacht, the Golden Rose champion potentially bound for the Dubai Al Quoz Sprint
- Gringotts
- And the cult hero Linebacker
- Asakura – travelling from Australia for trainer Mitchell Freedman with Dean Yendall aboard
- Belle Cheval – dominant winner of the Group 2 Uncle Remus Stakes
- La Dorada – representing the famous Te Akau Racing colours
Banzai Pipeline to ride the wave
A competitive polytrack meeting awaits punters at Hollywoodbets Greyville on Sunday, beginning with a tricky maiden opener.
Greek Heiress could spark a turnaround for Glen Kotzen’s yard after an encouraging local debut and should improve further. Taylor’s Version brings solid Cape form for her KZN debut and any market support would be significant. Lilting Song was unlucky when beaten favourite on poly debut and looks capable of going one better, while Sail The Horizon steps up to a mile and could improve.
In the Bi-Pot opener, Vaans Spirit showed progress second-up over this trip and should come on again. Future Prospect remains lightly raced with scope, while consistent Saudi Sweep has a good draw and added distance in her favour.
The Mask can get the PA off to a strong start after several close efforts and should again be competitive over course and distance. Music Is Life is reliable despite poly concerns, while veteran Ibutho chases an 11th career victory following strong recent form.
Sovereign Grant disappointed last time but returns to the poly without blinkers and can bounce back. Convocation is consistent and a previous poly winner, while Kythera’s local debut makes her one to watch in betting.
Magical Sky holds solid claims in race five after a recent course-and-distance win, aided by a claiming allowance. Snow Queen, despite still being a maiden, could improve sharply on earlier Highveld form.
Ms Galore returns to her preferred surface and looks a major contender, with lightweight Sweeter Than Honey and consistent Sesame posing dangers.
In race seven, Banzai Pipeline appears overdue another win. Back on the poly in modest company, he looks well placed to strike, though Takeyourbestshot and Mohandas add depth.
Opera Fan heads the eighth if handling the surface, while Pretty Kara and Blue Poppy are close rivals. In a competitive finale, Rafiki’s consistent poly form makes him a leading chance alongside Pearl In Her Crown and returning Quinn’s Time.
Classic clashes collide at Turffontein
The spotlight falls on Turffontein Racecourse on Saturday as a bumper 12-race programme delivers one of the Highveld season’s strongest betting cards, headlined by three Grade 1 contests under the Hong Kong Jockey Club World Pool banner.
Race 6 features the Wilgerbosdrift SA Fillies Classic, the second leg of the Triple Tiara, where Gauteng Fillies Guineas winner Hazy Dazy looks the filly to beat. Trained by Corne Spies, she overcame a wide draw and a lengthy break to win the first leg convincingly, defeating many of Saturday’s rivals. The step up to 1800m appears ideal and she looks firmly on track toward the lucrative Triple Tiara bonus.
The colts and geldings clash next in the HKJC World Pool SA Classic, leg two of the TAB Triple Crown. The powerful partnership of Mike de Kock and Mathew de Kock holds a strong hand. Champion juvenile Jan Van Goyen returns after a below-par run in the L’Ormarins King’s Plate but faces stamina questions stepping beyond 1600m. Stablemate Splittheeights appeals as a major contender after an impressive Gauteng Guineas victory suggesting further improvement over this trip, while One Eye On Vegas could feature after an unlucky passage last time.
Race 8, the HF Oppenheimer Horse Chestnut Stakes, brings together proven stars. Former winners Main Defender and Cosmic Speed reappear, but attention centres on Cape rivals See It Again and The Real Prince. The latter won their King’s Plate clash, while See It Again, now with Justin Snaith, gained revenge in the Cape Town Met. The Turffontein mile could favour See It Again’s blend of stamina and acceleration.
Earlier, the Listed juvenile races offer future clues. Unbeaten filly Volcanic Heat takes on males in the Storm Bird Stakes and receives weight, while Sean Tarry’s runners feature strongly across the juvenile features. In the Ruffian Stakes, progressive filly Griselda looks capable of continuing both her stable’s and sire Erik The Red’s recent success.
SA FILLIES CLASSIC FINAL FIELD
HORSE CHESTNUT STKS FINAL FIELD
SA CLASSIC FINAL FIELD
Your Love Is Like Bad Medicine
France Express Form & Race Previews (Senonnes-Pouance/Fontainebleau) – Friday, March 13
RACE 1: DU MUSEE DE NANTES HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM SENONNES-POUANCE RACE 2) – 1350M – TIME: 18:15 PRIZE MONEY: EUR16300
Renversante (FR) Placed second on the most recent start over 1200m at Toulouse in a Maiden on 17 February. Lightly raced and improving with experience. Solid claims. Free Movement Two unplaced runs of late, the most recent over 1200m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on 4 November in a Class 2. Placed in a Class 2 at Dax in September. Player. Self Control (FR) Unplaced last time on 27 February, second before that over 1600m at Pornichet in a Maiden on 5 February. Each-way aspirations. Chica Suerte (FR) Two placed runs recently, third on the latter over 2400m at Machecoul on 22 February in a Maiden. Ought to be thereabouts.
RACE 2: CANTAL DUPART HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM SENONNES-POUANCE RACE 4) – 1350M – TIME: 19:17 PRIZE MONEY: EUR13400
Celtic Stone Henge (FR) Unplaced last time, a win before that over 1400m at Le Mans in a Class 4 Handicap on 2 November. Can bounce back and score. Redrunner (FR) Ran well to be fourth at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 4 Handicap on 15 February. Reasonably well handicapped and can feature. Shamabend (FR) Three good runs recently, second on the latter over 1600m at Machecoul on 22 February in a Class 4 Handicap. Each-way option. El Professor Chop (FR) Unplaced last time, second previously over 1500m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on 15 February in a Class 4 Handicap. One to pay attention to.
RACE 3: ANDRE DU BOISPREAN HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM SENONNES-POUANCE RACE 5) – 1350M – TIME: 19:49 PRIZE MONEY: EUR15400
Monsieur Fantaisie (IRE) Has improved of late and was fourth in a Handicap at Fontainebleau over 1100m on 6 March. Has claims in an Open. Spichope (FR) Only modest of late and finished ninth in a Condition at Fontainebleau over 1600m on 6 March. Should be a threat to these rivals. Draco (FR) Holding form and finished fourth in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 5 March. Should fight out the finish. Hall Of Fame (FR) Unreliable but was runner-up in a Claimer at Deauville over 1300m on 6 February. Can be competitive once again.
RACE 4: DES BENEVOLES DE SENONNES-POUANCE HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM SENONNES-POUANCE RACE 6) – 2300M – TIME: 20:22 PRIZE MONEY: EUR12500
In The Army Now (FR) Not reliable but was runner-up in a Handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 2000m on 18 February. Can go one better. Eclair De Vati (FR) Has been in good form this year and was victorious in a Handicap at Deauville over 2400m on 22 January. Carries a penalty but can double up. Dschingis Angel (FR) Has some fair form and finished fifth in a Handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 3000m on 18 February. Can contest the finish. Kapo Rosso (FR) In good shape and finished fourth in a Handicap at Chantilly over 2600m on 25 February. Capable of making the frame.
RACE 5: DES BARNOLETS STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 1) – 1100M – TIME: 20:54 PRIZE MONEY: EUR24700
Estepona (FR) A reasonable effort when fifth in a Group 3 over 1200m at Chantilly on 27 October. He should feature prominently in this event. Lesslepasser (FR) A decent third in a Condition over 1100m at Fontainebleau on 22 November. Placed second in a Group 2 over 1000m and should be in the mix. Jazira (FR) Not beaten far when fifth in a Condition over 1100m at this course on 22 November. Continues to improve and should be competitive. Glanworth (IRE) Finished fourth in a Condition over 1300m at Chantilly on 12 February. That was a decent effort and more can be expected.
RACE 6: DU CENTRE LECLERC CHATEAU-GONTIER HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM SENONNES-POUANCE RACE 7) – 2300M – TIME: 21:10 PRIZE MONEY: EUR13400
Kumran (FR) Has improved of late and was fourth in a Handicap at Le Mans over 3200m on 4 March. In decent shape. Has claims in a weak race. Happy Chrisnat (FR) Did not show his best when eighth in a Condition at Saint-Brieuc over 2400m on 1 March. Should be right there at the finish. Friends Dream (FR) Not reliable and finished seventh in a Handicap at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 2400m on 24 February. Victorious back in February and is not out of it. Armorigene (FR) Much improved of late and was runner-up in a Handicap at Chantilly over 2600m on 25 February. Can go one better.
RACE 7: DE L’HIPPODROME DE RAMBOUILLET MIADEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 2) – 1200M – TIME: 21:37 PRIZE MONEY: EUR24700
How Are You (IRE) Unraced 3YO colt by Mehmas out of Clodovil mare Pardover, trained by Francis -Henri Graffard. Full brother to UK 1200m Group 1 winner Minzaal. Mikael Barzelona rides. Acceptance (FR) A well-beaten fourth in a Handicap over 1300m at Deauville on 9 January. However, she does have the ability to be competitive in a race of this nature. Moldira Unraced 3YO filly by Showcasing out of Swiss Spirit mare Dotted Swiss, trained by Henri-Alex Pantall. Half-brothers have won a Group 3 and 1 Listed, and another is a Listed winner, both in the UK. Qamran A promising third in a Maiden over 1200m at Toulouse on 17 February. Has placed in both of his starts so should run well again.
RACE 8: DES FORETS HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM SENONNES-POUANCE RACE 8) – 2300M – TIME: 21:53 PRIZE MONEY: EUR15400
Aimant (FR) Victorious in a Handicap at Le Mans over 3200m on 4 March. In very good form this year and could follow up. Lunaticos (FR) Did not show his best when eighth in a Handicap at Le Mans over 2000m on 4 March. Victorious back in February and can contest the finish. Princess Kara (FR) Finished third in a Handicap at Craon over 2400m on 30 November. Returns from a break but is consistent and not out of it. Vasigreen (FR) Only modest of late and finished eighth in a Handicap at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 2400m on 24 February. Capable of making the frame.
RACE 9: DE LA PLATRIERE D’APREMONT MAIDEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 3) – 2600M – TIME: 22:09 PRIZE MONEY: EUR16500
Highara (FR) A promising fourth in a Condition over 2000m at this course on 6 March. She has raced against stronger and will benefit from the longer distance. Libyan Knight A close up second in a Condition over 2600m at Chantilly on 13 February. He is running well and a win cannot be far off. Orageux (FR) Unraced 4YO gelding by Night Of Thunder out of Dubai Destination mare Dubai Rose, trained by Jerome Reynier. Dam won a Listed in Germany, and he is related to 2 Group winners. Lady Madeleine (IRE) Finished third in a Maiden over 3000m at Saint-Cloud on 12 September. She showed rapid improvement last time and could progress further.
RACE 10: ALEXANDRE DE SENONNES HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM SENONNES-POUANCE RACE 9) – 3000M – TIME: 22:25 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Huchenane (FR) Victorious in a Handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 3000m on 18 February. Remains in very good shape and can follow up. Orion Rock (FR) Not reliable but was runner-up in a Handicap at Deauville over 3400m on 8 January. Can be competitive once again. La Guerche (FR) Very consistent and was third in a Handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 3000m on 18 February. Should be right there at the finish. El Caney Unreliable and was fifteen in a Handicap at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 2400m on 24 February. Capable of making the frame on best form.
RACE 11: DES FOUGERES HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 4) – 2600M – TIME: 22:41 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Seculier (FR) A decent fourth in a Handicap over 2000m at Le Mans on 4 March. He looks to be coming back to his best and could be ready to win. M’glamour (FR) Ran a progressive fourth in a Handicap over 2400m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on 24 February. That was a decent enough effort to make her competitive in this race. Ciccina Mia (FR) Finished seventh in a Handicap over 2200m at this course on 28 February. Ran on well in that race and should be even better over this longer distance. Camelarua (FR) Not beaten too far when fourth in a Condition over 3000m at Pornichet on 18 February. She returns to a Handicap and looks well weighted.
RACE 12: DES AJONCS HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 5) – 2600M – TIME: 23:15 PRIZE MONEY: EUR21100
Kensilver (FR) Consistent form. Finished second over 1800m at Deauville in a Class 3 Handicap on 7 February. Can earn first-career victory. Cartaam (FR) Victorious over 2600m at Chantilly in a Class 3 Handicap on 25 February. Should pose a massive threat. Nick Boutique (FR) Finished sixth over 2400m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 4 Handicap on 22 February. Can feature with luck in running. Lady Agata (IRE) Finished fourth over 2600m at Chantilly in a Class 3 Handicap on 25 February. Can finish on the podium.
RACE 13: DU ROCHER DE BOULIGNY CLAIMING STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 6) – 1800M – TIME: 23:49 PRIZE MONEY: EUR18200
Regal Eye (IRE) Supplemented for this race and he is the class horse. Finished seventh over 1800m at Lyon La Soie in a Conditional Maiden on 2 March. Winning chance. Sonarah (FR) Finished unplaced over 2000m at Pornichet in a Conditional Maiden on 24 January. Big chance if finding form of penultimate run. Mia Fast (FR) Finished fourth over 1800m at Chantilly in a Claimer on 12 February. She can finish on the podium. Victoria Secret (FR) Finished eighth over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in a Handicap on 5 March. Placed in a Claimer three runs ago. Not out of this.
RACE 14: DU ROCHER DES DEMOISELLES HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 7) – 1800M – TIME: 00:35 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Anielska (FR) Finished ninth over 1800m at Chantilly in a Class 3 Handicap on 13 February. Meets the right field and can show good improvement. Polo Baby (FR) Consistent individual. Finished fourth over 1500m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 4 Handicap on 24 February. One of the leading contenders. Logis (FR) In good form this year. Finished third over 1500m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 4 Handicap on 24 February. Should be competitive. Boomerang (FR) Fair form this year. Finished sixth over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in a Class 4 Handicap on 16 February. Chance from pole position.
RACE 15: DES SEQUOIAS HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 8) – 1800M – TIME: 01:10 PRIZE MONEY: EUR21100
Carlston (FR) Finished unplaced over 1800m at Chantilly in a Class 3 Handicap on 3 March. He will love the return to the turf and can show good improvement. Sleepy Suzy (FR) Finished seventh over 1500m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 3 Handicap on 15 February. Cristian Demuro retains the ride which is encouraging. Bejar (FR) Victorious over 1800m at Chantilly in a Class 3 Handicap on 3 March. She is in a good space and can follow up. Andy’s Spirit (FR) Finished fourth over 2200m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 Handicap on 28 February. Chance with luck in running.
South Africa Express Form & Race Previews (Fairview) – March 13
RACE BY RACE PREVIEWS: FAIRVIEW@2026.03.13
Fairview, 13.03.2026, Race 1, Gallops, 1200m, Turf, R83.000, 12:20GMT+2
Race Summary: A competitive race as they are open to vast improvement at this stage of their careers. MASTER MTOTO was slow away on debut but did get up to win a good race and with improvement likely he can follow up. Trainer Alan Greeff sends out winners FIRST OFFICER and US RANGER. FIRST OFFICER won on the Polytrack on debut. It may be worth noting stable jockey Richard Fourie rides US RANGER. This colt was narrowly beaten on debut but did beat a subsequent winner last time out and would not be a surprise winner. Stable companions, representing Kelly Mitchley, FYFIELD LEGEND and THE JUDGE have both yet to win a race but are also not out of it.
Selections: #2 Master Mtoto, #3 U S Ranger, #1 First Officer, #4 Fyfield Legend
Fairview, 13.03.2026, Race 2, Gallops, 1000m, Turf, R75.000, 12:55GMT+2
Race Summary: Mostly moderate runners go to the post for this. ATLANTIC PEARL has been consistent of late and she could keep going in a race of this nature. MAGNUS THE GOOD showed improvement on a soft track and with blinkers back on can go one better. HERE COMES JOHNNY is threatening to win a race and must be respected. ALESIAN BEAU and WARRIOR’S SWORD have not been beaten too far in their recent starts and can earn some money. FONTE makes her local debut and could score. DEAD POETS SOCIETY can also be a threat on local debut. LADY MAJESTIC makes her debut so keep an eye on the betting.
Selections: #12 Atlantic Pearl, #1 Magnus The Good, #2 Here Comes Johnny, #3 Alesian Beau
Fairview, 13.03.2026, Race 3, Gallops, 1800m, Turf, R91.000, 13:30GMT+2
Race Summary: A tricky race as most are unproven over this distance. WISHES AND DREAMS impressed the only time she raced on the turf and stable jockey Richard Fourie sticks with her. ROYAL CITY GIRL does see this distance out but may be at her best on the Polytrack. SILVAN MISTRESS is not reliable but is a threat on her best form. ROYAL MISSY has only been modest of late and seems to prefer the Polytrack. ONCIDIUM and POTENZA look likely improvers and could contest the finish. Recent maiden winners LEBOMBO GOLD and SUGAR BABY LOVE are improving and can earn some money.
Selections: #2 Wishes And Dreams, #9 Potenza, #10 Lebombo Gold, #1 Royal City Girl
Fairview, 13.03.2026, Race 4, Gallops, 1600m, Turf, R108.000, 14:05GMT+2
Race Summary: ZINOVI got caught out of his ground after an awkward start last time. He did run well to be third behind well-backed LANCIAFIAMME. ZINOVI did beat that rival on 30 January over this course and distance so there should not be too much between them. GUY GIBSON is not an easy horse to ride in that he doesn’t seem to like winning. He is talented, though,⁵ and should be right there at the finish. GOLDEN PEACE has some ground to find with ZINOVI and LANCIAFIAMME but can earn some money. CHEEKY LADDIE was not disgraced last time out but this is a tougher race.
Selections: #1 Zinovi, #5 Lanciafiamme, #6 Guy Gibson, #4 Golden Peace
Fairview, 13.03.2026, Race 5, Gallops, 1600m, Turf, R79.000, 14:40GMT+2
Race Summary: A tricky race and it may be worth loading up with runners in this leg of the Pick 6. KENTUCKY LASSIE showed what she is capable of with a good maiden win. That was her first run on the turf and she won full of a running from a bad draw. She does, however, have to give weight to all her rivals. SUN SPECTACULAR is well drawn and clearly better than her last run would suggest. QONDANEKUKHANYENI showed improvement last time out and could be a threat. ROCKIE BLUE is better than her last run and has Richard Fourie aboard. ROYAL MERMAID and TORI’S GIRL are two of many more in with chances.
Selections: #1 Kentucky Lassie, #2 Sun Spectacular, #3 Qondanekukhanyeni, #7 Royal Mermaid
Fairview, 13.03.2026, Race 6, Gallops, 1400m, Turf, R80.000, 15:15GMT+2
Race Summary: CORAL CREEK has bounced back to form and gets a narrow vote to score. SMIDDYBURN has been kept to the Polytrack so far but shows potential and would not be a surprise winner. PYRO EDITION did not appear to like the Polytrack last time out after some pleasing wins but may need this run returning from a break. FLOWER FESTIVAL is unreliable but has a place chance. GLOBETONIC is better than what he showed last time out and is always capable of an upset. MR BELVEDERE and FLIGHT ENGINEER are in good shape and clearly not out of it.
Selections: #2 Coral Creek, #3 Smiddyburn, #10 Flight Engineer, #11 Mr Belvedere
Fairview, 13.03.2026, Race 7, Gallops, 1200m, Turf, R150.000, 15:55GMT+2
Race Summary: A very intersting race. MARCHLAND was an impressive winner on debut and can follow up. Trainer Alan Greeff has won many of these races and has three runners for this year’s race. DAFFODIL DELIGHT won easily on debut but proved no match for MARCHLAND in her second start. QUICK SKETCH was well beaten on debut and needs to improve to score. Stable jockey Richard Fourie rides the unraced CHATTERBOX. She is a Canford Cliffs filly and keep an eye on the betting with her. Rival trainer Dean Smith has the other four entrants incuding ETERNAL SPIRIT and RUNGSTEDLAND who both ran well on debut.
Selections: #5 Marchland, #1 Chatterbox, #8 Rungstedland, #7 Rock Up
Fairview, 13.03.2026, Race 8, Gallops, 1200m, Turf, R80.000, 16:30GMT+2
Race Summary: A very open race. As many as the budget will allow will be needed in all exotics for this race. RHYTHM is consistent and represents the Craig Zackey-Dean Smith combination. DAS GUTE is better than his last run and could surprise. DIABLO showed improvement on local debut and is in with a chance. HOODWINKED, NIGHTJAR, GREEN PLANET and WYLIE JACK are all making their local debuts and are capable of scoring. TEEREX and MUNCHKIN are in good form and must be included in all bets.
Selections: #11 Rhythm, #15 Green Planet, #10 Nightjar, #9 Munchkin
Best Win: #5 MARCHLAND
Best Longshot: #1 KENTUCKY LASSIE




























