Turffontein Race 8 - Tab 4Racing App Mr 84 Handicap
HIS LORDSHIP (5) finished third two runs back at Turffontein Standside then improved last time out to score by one length over 1000m at Vaal. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. BANYAN (4) returns from a layoff of 12 weeks. Scored over 1000m at this track to launch the last campaign. Rates highly and is likely to be prominent. ESQUEVELLE (1) has not won for a long while. Last raced on February 24 when beaten 6 lengths into sixth at Vaal over 1000m. Faces an easier assignment so he is one of the main contenders. HEMISPHERE (3) is back at the races for the first time since November 27. Scored over 1000m at Turffontein Standside to launch the last campaign. Looks one of the genuine hopes in the race.

Jockey: Blaine Marx-Jacobson
Weight: 61kgs
Stats
Comments
Most recently ran last in a small field at Vaal on February 24 over 1000m, 6 len behind Rafa Bay carrying 54kg at $8. The race before that second last of 7 at Vaal on January 22 over 1200m, 4.5 len behind The Specialist with 53kg at $4.50. Can bounce back. Among the chances.
Last Starts 15 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/6 | 24/02/2026 | 33 | OPEN | $13,480.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Muzi Yeni | 54kg | 0:58.12 | - | 5 |
| 5.8L | $8.00 |
| 6/7 | 22/01/2026 | 7 | HCP | $12,637.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Savanna Valjalo | 53kg | 1:08.42 | - | 4 |
| 4.5L | $4.50 |
| 2/7 | 15/01/2026 | 39 | HCP | $10,531.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Savanna Valjalo | 59kg | 1:08.17 | - | 4 |
| 2.7L | $5.50 |
| 3/12 | 07/12/2025 | 14 | HCP | $12,637.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Calvin Habib | 57kg | 1:08.05 | - | 3 |
| 0.4L | $17.00 |
| 4/9 | 23/11/2025 | 26 | OPEN | $13,479.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 58kg | 0:56.54 | - | 4 |
| 0.6L | $17.00 |
| 3/11 | 28/10/2025 | 94 | HCP | $10,952.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Y | Savanna Valjalo | 53.5kg | 0:55.48 | - | 7 |
| 1.3L | $76.00 |
| 11/12 | 26/07/2025 | 41 | RBH84 | $10,110.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Chase Maujean | 62.5kg | 0:58.15 | - | 4 |
| 13.6L | $51.00 |
| 8/15 | 15/06/2025 | 50 | OPEN | $11,370.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Chase Maujean | 56kg | 1:06.90 | - | 12 |
| 5.8L | $101.00 |
| 8/15 | 26/04/2025 | 165 | RBH84 | $10,910.00 | Turffontein | 1100m | Good Soft | Raymond Danielson | 63kg | 1:04.30 | - | 4 |
| 4.1L | $51.00 |
| 10/10 | 12/11/2024 | 19 | OPEN | $13,860.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | Good Soft | Raymond Danielson | 56kg | 1:30.81 | - | 4 |
| 14.8L | $21.00 |
| 5/12 | 24/10/2024 | 30 | OPEN | $11,290.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Raymond Danielson | 56kg | 1:08.21 | - | 2 |
| 2.3L | $34.00 |

Jockey: Ryan Munger
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Second run back. First-up after four months 9th of 12 at this track on February 19 over 1450m, 5 len behind Fostinovo with 62kg at $26. Previously second-up 6th of 10 at Vaal on November 4 over 1200m, 5 len behind Secret Chord carrying 61kg at $17. Fitter and worth including.
Last Starts 20 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/12 | 19/02/2026 | 107 | BM80 | $10,110.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | Good | Ryan Munger | 62kg | 1:27.89 | - | 11 |
| 5.2L | $26.00 |
| 6/10 | 04/11/2025 | 45 | OPEN | $10,110.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Serino Moodley | 61kg | 1:09.61 | - | 3 |
| 5.1L | $17.00 |
| 4/8 | 20/09/2025 | 119 | OPEN | $10,110.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Trent Mayhew | 58.6kg | 0:58.24 | - | 3 |
| 3.0L | $21.00 |
| 1/14 | 24/05/2025 | 23 | C4 | $11,790.00 | Greyville | 1200m | Good | Serino Moodley | 60.5kg | 1:12.54 | - | 3 |
| 0.4L | $9.50 |
| 3/7 | 01/05/2025 | 119 | RBH84 | $7,790.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | J R Syster | 59kg | 1:09.21 | - | 4 |
| 3.5L | $21.00 |
| 7/7 | 02/01/2025 | 30 | RBH80 | $10,270.00 | Vaal | 1450m | Good | K Matsunyane | 61.5kg | 1:27.04 | - | 7 |
| 9.8L | $26.00 |
| 3/8 | 03/12/2024 | 40 | RBH86 | $10,620.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Calvin Habib | 58.5kg | 1:08.89 | - | 3 |
| 3.1L | $15.00 |
| 7/10 | 24/10/2024 | 40 | RBH80 | $8,780.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Calvin Habib | 61.5kg | 1:08.30 | - | 7 |
| 8.3L | $21.00 |
| 9/9 | 14/09/2024 | 14 | RBH80 | $7,170.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | Good | Trent Mayhew | 59kg | 1:29.02 | - | 3 |
| 29.7L | $15.00 |
| 1/7 | 31/08/2024 | 44 | RBH80 | $7,170.00 | Turffontein | 1200m | Good | Trent Mayhew | 57kg | 1:12.98 | - | 1 |
| 0.3L | $9.00 |
| 10/10 | 18/07/2024 | 56 | RBH80 | $6,960.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | Good | Craig Zackey | 59.5kg | 1:28.30 | - | 3 |
| 27.0L | $4.30 |

Jockey: Keagan De Melo
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Gelding returning from a spell and has won previously when first up. Finished off last preparation ninth of 12 at this track November 27 over 1450m, 14 len behind Palace Prince with 59.5kg at $8. Previous preparation first-up won by 1.3 len Turffontein Standside March 22 over 1000m defeating Old Fashioned with 60kg at $3. Has solid claims.
Last Starts 104 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/12 | 27/11/2025 | 47 | CUP | $10,531.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | Y | Craig Zackey | 59.5kg | 1:30.52 | - | 7 |
| 14.5L | $8.00 |
| 2/7 | 11/10/2025 | 35 | HCP | $9,688.00 | Turffontein | 1200m | Good | Craig Zackey | 60.5kg | 1:12.54 | - | 2 |
| 0.1L | $5.00 |
| 4/10 | 06/09/2025 | 23 | RBH84 | $10,110.00 | Turffontein | 1200m | Good | Gavin Lerena | 58.5kg | 1:10.97 | - | 1 |
| 1.4L | $2.25 |
| 1/10 | 14/08/2025 | 39 | RBH84 | $10,110.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | S'manga Khumalo | 57.5kg | 1:10.02 | - | 1 |
| 0.2L | $2.70 |
| 2/5 | 06/07/2025 | 8 | HCP | $8,000.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Gavin Lerena | 58.5kg | 0:57.65 | - | 3 |
| 0.3L | $7.50 |
| 2/9 | 28/06/2025 | 37 | RBH86 | $10,110.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | S'manga Khumalo | 55.5kg | 0:57.61 | - | 4 |
| 2.7L | $6.00 |
| 7/12 | 22/05/2025 | 26 | RBH80 | $7,160.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Gavin Lerena | 58.5kg | 0:57.24 | - | 11 |
| 3.6L | $3.80 |
| 4/15 | 26/04/2025 | 35 | RBH84 | $10,910.00 | Turffontein | 1100m | Good Soft | Gavin Lerena | 56kg | 1:04.30 | - | 10 |
| 2.4L | $6.50 |
| 1/8 | 22/03/2025 | 147 | MPLTE | $10,470.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Gavin Lerena | 60kg | 0:57.45 | - | 5 |
| 1.3L | $3.00 |
| 5/10 | 26/10/2024 | 273 | MPLATE | $8,780.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Raymond Danielson | 59kg | 1:09.49 | - | 8 |
| 5.1L | $4.50 |
| 18/20 | 27/01/2024 | 31 | OPEN | $100,320.00 | Kenilworth | 1200m | Good | Aldo Domeyer | 60kg | 1:12.83 | - | 18 |
| 13.4L | $26.00 |

Jockey: Calvin Habib
Weight: 58.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming after a 12 weeks break. Finished off last preparation second last of 10 at Turffontein Standside December 16 over 1000m, 6 len behind Dontshootthebarman with 60.5kg at $5. At his first start won by 1.3 len this track August 23 over 1000m defeating Miami Mountain with 58kg at $8. Strong record here at the distance and won only try fresh. Expect a forward showing.
Last Starts 85 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 | 16/12/2025 | 23 | RBH80 | $10,110.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Keagan De Melo | 60.5kg | 0:58.00 | - | 10 |
| 6.4L | $5.00 |
| 3/7 | 23/11/2025 | 12 | OPEN | $10,531.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | S'manga Khumalo | 57kg | 0:56.31 | - | 5 |
| 2.8L | $11.00 |
| 3/6 | 11/11/2025 | 19 | NOV | $8,425.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Soft | S'manga Khumalo | 58.5kg | 0:56.53 | - | 2 |
| 3.5L | $8.00 |
| 4/5 | 23/10/2025 | 33 | NOV | $8,003.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Louis Nhlapo | 56.5kg | 1:09.10 | - | 5 |
| 7.0L | $4.50 |
| 3/8 | 20/09/2025 | 28 | OPEN | $10,110.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | S'manga Khumalo | 56.5kg | 0:58.24 | - | 5 |
| 1.8L | $2.80 |
| 1/8 | 23/08/2025 | - | MPLATE | $8,850.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Louis Nhlapo | 58kg | 1:00.38 | - | 1 |
| 1.3L | $8.00 |

Jockey: Marco V'rensburg
Weight: 58.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Racing well recently. Comes here off a 30-day let-up. Most recently won by 1.0 len at Vaal February 10 over 1000m defeating Stoneywood with 56.5kg at $6. Before that 3rd of 17 at Turffontein Standside on January 11 over 1000m, 1.4 len behind There She Goes with 61.5kg at $9.50. Got the job done last time and is a leading hope again.
Last Starts 29 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 10/02/2026 | 30 | BM83 | $10,530.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Marco V'rensburg | 56.5kg | 0:57.36 | - | 4 |
| 1.0L | $6.00 |
| 3/17 | 11/01/2026 | 35 | HCP | $8,425.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Y | Marco V'rensburg | 61.5kg | 0:56.65 | - | 2 |
| 1.4L | $9.50 |
| 2/10 | 07/12/2025 | 10 | HCP | $8,425.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Muzi Yeni | 60kg | 0:57.44 | - | 8 |
| 0.8L | $3.80 |
| 6/10 | 27/11/2025 | 32 | OPEN | $8,425.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Y | Trent Mayhew | 58.7kg | 0:59.35 | - | 9 |
| 8.7L | $7.00 |
| 3/7 | 26/10/2025 | 24 | HCP | $7,161.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Trent Mayhew | 58.5kg | 1:08.96 | - | 3 |
| 2.2L | $7.00 |
| 1/7 | 02/10/2025 | 21 | HCP | $7,161.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Trent Mayhew | 55.5kg | 0:56.81 | - | 6 |
| 1.2L | $2.25 |
| 6/8 | 11/09/2025 | 14 | RBH70 | $6,740.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Trent Mayhew | 59kg | 1:11.37 | - | 3 |
| 1.9L | $11.00 |
| 4/8 | 28/08/2025 | 287 | RBH78 | $8,420.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Chase Maujean | 56.5kg | 0:57.15 | - | 3 |
| 4.7L | $34.00 |
| 5/7 | 14/11/2024 | 63 | RBH72 | $8,670.00 | Turffontein | 1200m | Good | Trent Mayhew | 58.5kg | 1:14.72 | - | 6 |
| 7.0L | $6.50 |
| 1/12 | 12/09/2024 | 140 | MPLATE | $7,590.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Trent Mayhew | 57.5kg | 1:12.43 | - | 12 |
| 0.2L | $15.00 |
| 6/8 | 25/04/2024 | 19 | MPLATE | $10,980.00 | Turffontein | 1200m | Good | S'manga Khumalo | 60kg | 1:12.57 | - | 2 |
| 7.4L | $13.50 |

Jockey: Muzi Yeni
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Most recently 5th of 13 at Turffontein Standside on February 21 over 1160m, 3 len behind Stoneywood carrying 57.5kg at $26. Before that 11th of 16 at Vaal on January 24 over 1200m, 8 len behind Hathighwaytothesky carrying 59.5kg at $9. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.
Last Starts 18 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/13 | 21/02/2026 | 28 | BM84 | $10,530.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Muzi Yeni | 57.5kg | 1:08.12 | - | 6 |
| 3.0L | $26.00 |
| 11/16 | 24/01/2026 | 9 | HCP | $8,425.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Jacey Botes | 59.5kg | 1:09.24 | - | 8 |
| 8.3L | $9.00 |
| 6/8 | 15/01/2026 | 26 | OPEN | $13,479.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Muzi Yeni | 50kg | 1:07.66 | - | 5 |
| 5.6L | $3.00 |
| 1/15 | 20/12/2025 | 13 | HCP | $8,846.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Muzi Yeni | 58kg | 1:09.34 | - | 8 |
| 0.7L | $7.00 |
| 1/13 | 07/12/2025 | 8 | MPLTE | $10,110.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Muzi Yeni | 60kg | 1:09.02 | - | 7 |
| 2.8L | $5.50 |
| 10/19 | 29/11/2025 | 266 | MPLTE | $25,274.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Y | Chad Little | 59kg | 1:09.51 | - | 10 |
| 11.4L | $67.00 |
| 5/8 | 08/03/2025 | 31 | PLATE 2 | $12,890.00 | Durbanville | 1400m | Good | Juan Paul V'd Merwe | 60kg | 1:26.33 | - | 8 |
| 4.2L | $6.50 |
| 4/8 | 05/02/2025 | 60 | PLATE 2 | $12,710.00 | Kenilworth | 1200m | Good | Richard Fourie | 60kg | 1:13.40 | - | 5 |
| 2.3L | $6.00 |
| 5/7 | 07/12/2024 | - | MPLTE 2 | $12,740.00 | Kenilworth | 1000m | Soft | Craig Zackey | 60kg | 0:59.87 | - | 5 |
| 6.3L | $15.00 |

Jockey: Jeffery Syster
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
First-up. Finished off last preparation when last of 9 at Vaal September 25 over 1200m, soft track; 21 len behind Hong Kong carrying 61kg at $11. Previously first up; fourth in a small field at Vaal October 24 2024 over 1100m, 6 len behind Elegant Ice with 60kg at $6. Looks tested without a run under the belt.
Last Starts 167 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/9 | 25/09/2025 | 42 | CUP | $8,425.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Soft | Chase Maujean | 61kg | 1:13.07 | - | 1 |
| 21.3L | $11.00 |
| 4/10 | 14/08/2025 | 19 | RBH84 | $10,110.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Chase Maujean | 58kg | 1:10.02 | - | 7 |
| 1.7L | $17.00 |
| 7/12 | 26/07/2025 | 16 | RBH84 | $10,110.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Calvin Habib | 59kg | 0:58.15 | - | 5 |
| 6.5L | $11.00 |
| 3/9 | 10/07/2025 | 14 | RBH84 | $10,110.00 | Turffontein | 1200m | Good | Calvin Habib | 59kg | 1:11.68 | - | 5 |
| 3.0L | $8.50 |
| 11/12 | 26/06/2025 | 11 | OPEN | $11,370.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | Good | K J Lihaba | 52kg | 1:26.96 | - | 6 |
| 6.2L | $26.00 |
| 15/15 | 15/06/2025 | 38 | OPEN | $11,370.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Marco Van Rensburg | 54kg | 1:06.90 | - | 9 |
| 10.4L | $34.00 |
| 9/11 | 08/05/2025 | 19 | RBH96 | $9,270.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | Good | Marco Van Rensburg | 56.5kg | 1:28.93 | - | 9 |
| 13.5L | $34.00 |
| 3/12 | 19/04/2025 | 30 | RBH93 | $12,220.00 | Turffontein | 1400m | Good | M Van Rensburg | 58kg | 1:27.17 | - | 6 |
| 2.3L | $34.00 |
| 4/6 | 20/03/2025 | 7 | GPLATE | $11,170.00 | Turffontein | 1200m | Good Soft | Muzi Yeni | 60kg | 1:11.93 | - | 2 |
| 10.8L | $17.00 |
| 6/8 | 13/03/2025 | 12 | RBH96 | $12,890.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good Soft | Muzi Yeni | 59kg | 0:59.60 | - | 8 |
| 8.6L | $11.00 |
| 4/12 | 01/03/2025 | 30 | OPEN | $13,750.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good Soft | Muzi Yeni | 58kg | 1:07.97 | - | 11 |
| 1.9L | $26.00 |

Jockey: Philasande Mxoli
Weight: 56.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Most recently 6th of 9 at Turffontein Standside on February 14 over 1160m, 4.5 len behind The Specialist with 52kg at $21. Before that 6th of 12 at Vaal on January 29 over 1200m, 6 len behind Vibe Sa with 58kg at $26. Watch for him late in the piece.
Last Starts 25 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9 | 14/02/2026 | 16 | HCP | $13,060.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Y | Malesela Katjedi | 52kg | 1:08.45 | - | 2 |
| 4.5L | $21.00 |
| 6/12 | 29/01/2026 | 12 | HCP | $10,531.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Ryan Munger | 58kg | 1:09.17 | - | 9 |
| 6.5L | $26.00 |
| 5/10 | 17/01/2026 | 21 | HCP | $10,531.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Malesela Katjedi | 59kg | 0:54.93 | - | 7 |
| 3.5L | $17.00 |
| 7/9 | 27/12/2025 | 20 | HCP | $12,637.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 54kg | 0:57.67 | - | 7 |
| 4.8L | $34.00 |
| 11/12 | 07/12/2025 | 14 | HCP | $12,637.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Philasande Mxoli | 55kg | 1:08.05 | - | 6 |
| 6.7L | $101.00 |
| 8/9 | 23/11/2025 | 26 | OPEN | $13,479.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Callan Murray | 56kg | 0:56.54 | - | 9 |
| 2.1L | $101.00 |
| 9/11 | 28/10/2025 | 80 | HCP | $10,952.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Y | Callan Murray | 57.5kg | 0:55.48 | - | 3 |
| 7.3L | $76.00 |
| 8/9 | 09/08/2025 | 14 | RBH100 | $11,790.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | M K Katjedi | 55kg | 1:07.92 | - | 5 |
| 8.5L | $26.00 |
| 6/9 | 26/07/2025 | 28 | RBH100 | $11,790.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | G Samo-Burthia | 55.5kg | 0:58.16 | - | 4 |
| 5.2L | $21.00 |
| 7/8 | 28/06/2025 | 13 | RBH102 | $11,790.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | M K Katjedi | 54.5kg | 0:57.02 | - | 4 |
| 4.0L | $6.00 |
| 9/15 | 15/06/2025 | 24 | OPEN | $11,370.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | P Mxoli | 56kg | 1:06.90 | - | 8 |
| 5.9L | $34.00 |