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Turffontein Race 5 - Tab Telebet 0861 000 822 Graduation Plate

BJORN IRONSIDE (1) Honest race when 2nd last time around here. In top racing shape this preparation. Definite winning chance. FATHER CHRISTMAS (4) Fresh from a spell. Solid win by 3/4L last time at Vaal. Will go well. DRIVELIKEAMASTER (5) In the money when 2nd last run at this venue and has a positive draw. Worth a bet. ZIP CODE (6) Competed in a tight contest last run at the track. Shows good early pace. Should be very competitive and is a genuine threat.

Race Time:12:25 PM
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Track:Good
Weather:N/A
Prize Money:$0.00
Distance:1450m
1
Silk
Bjorn Ironside (4)2604X31342
Trainer: Johan J Vuuren 12 mths 14: 2-4-4

Jockey: K De Melo

Weight: 60kgs

4 yo Bay G
Sire: Gimmethegreenlight
Dam: Dance At Dawn
Dam's Sire: Trippi

Stats

Prize Money$0.00
Avg $$0.00
Win %14.29%
Place %71.43%
Career14: 2-4-4
Track6: 2-2-1
Distance0: 0-0-0
Tr / Dist0: 0-0-0
1st Up4: 0-2-2
2nd Up3: 2-0-0
Firm0: 0-0-0
Good14: 2-4-4
Soft0: 0-0-0
Heavy0: 0-0-0
Synthetic0: 0-0-0

Comments

Placed 2nd last time at this venue. In the placings on multiple occasions this campaign. Should progress and will be close.

Last Starts 45 days since last start

PlaceDateDaysClassPrizeTrackDist.Cnd.JockeyWeightRace TimeIn RunGateResultMarginStarting Price
2/901/02/2026-Flat$123,507.00Turffontein1160mGOODK De Melo60kg--4
  • 1. Rifle Queen
  • 2. Bjorn Ironside
  • 3. Frozen Fantasy
2.25L$7.00
4/707/12/2025-FLAT$123,507.00Turffontein1160mGOODSmanga Khumalo60kg--2
  • 1. One Fine Winter
  • 2. Yippee Kiyay
  • 3. Winds Of Change
0.65L$6.50
3/514/10/2025-Flat$95,011.00Vaal1000mGOODMuzi Yeni60kg--4
  • 1. African Pride
  • 2. War Of Kingdoms
  • 3. Bjorn Ironside
3.7L$0.00
1/720/09/2025-Flat$95,011.00Turffontein1199mGOODSmanga Khumalo57.5kg--4
  • 1. Bjorn Ironside
  • 2. Pennsylvania
  • 3. Poblano
0.5L$0.00
3/717/08/2025-Flat$95,011.00Turffontein1199mGOODGavin Lerena57.5kg--7
  • 1. Rodeo Drive
  • 2. Nyaka Nyaka
  • 3. Bjorn Ironside
1.7L$3.30
4/626/02/2025-Flat$129,234.00Kenilworth1100mGOODRichard Fourie55kg--5
  • 1. Symphony In White
  • 2. Kaiboy
  • 3. Makazole
5.5L$4.20
10/1014/12/2024-Grade 1 $1,900,023.00Kenilworth1600mGOODGareth Wright60kg--5
  • 1. One Stripe
  • 2. Eight On Eighteen
  • 3. Great Plains
18.45L$81.00
6/916/11/2024-Flat$128,523.00Kenilworth1399mGOODSerino Moodley53kg--5
  • 1. Snow Pilot
  • 2. Triple Time
  • 3. Coastal Commander
7.9L$4.80
2/726/10/2024-CL3 $128,523.00Durbanville1249mGOODAldo Domeyer59kg--6
  • 1. Dumbledore
  • 2. Bjorn Ironside
  • 3. Night Bomber
0.3L$4.20
3/1028/07/2024-Grade 2 $499,996.00Greyville1199mGOODGavin Lerena60kg--6
  • 1. Cats Pajamas
  • 2. Dantonfromsandton
  • 3. Bjorn Ironside
1.3L$3.10
2/530/06/2024-2Y JUV$99,981.00Turffontein1160mGOODGavin Lerena58kg--4
  • 1. Pistol Pete
  • 2. Bjorn Ironside
  • 3. Chili Bomb
0.75L$1.80
1/709/06/2024-Flat$90,008.00Turffontein1160mGOODGavin Lerena56.5kg--7
  • 1. Bjorn Ironside
  • 2. Bay Empire
  • 3. Captain Clever
-$1.32
2/1004/05/2024-Flat$129,991.00Greyville1000mGOODGavin Lerena60kg--3
  • 1. Twenty One May
  • 2. Bjorn Ironside
  • 3. Barry Du Grond
0.3L$1.35
3/1116/12/2023-2-Y-O $0.00Kenilworth1000mGOODAldo Domeyer59.5kg--4
  • 1. Lion Rampart
  • 2. Roman Agent
  • 3. Bjorn Ironside
4L$6.50
4
Silk
Father Christmas (3)X6169X331X
Trainer: Tony Peter 12 mths 8: 2-0-2

Jockey: Calvin Habib

Weight: 60kgs

4 yo Bay G
Sire: Gimmethegreenlight
Dam: Santa Clara
Dam's Sire: Duke Of Marmalade

Stats

Prize Money$0.00
Avg $$0.00
Win %25.00%
Place %50.00%
Career8: 2-0-2
Track1: 0-0-1
Distance1: 0-0-1
Tr / Dist0: 0-0-0
1st Up3: 0-0-1
2nd Up2: 1-0-1
Firm0: 0-0-0
Good5: 2-0-2
Soft3: 0-0-0
Heavy0: 0-0-0
Synthetic0: 0-0-0

Comments

Racing fresh after a break. Handy enough when winning by 3/4L last time at Vaal. Good tough competitor that can be supported.

Last Starts 85 days since last start

PlaceDateDaysClassPrizeTrackDist.Cnd.JockeyWeightRace TimeIn RunGateResultMarginStarting Price
1/823/12/2025-Flat$95,011.00Vaal1500mGOODCraig Zackey60.5kg--5
  • 1. Father Christmas
  • 2. Force Publique
  • 3. Lady Blunt
0.75L$3.75
3/623/11/2025-Flat$99,748.00Turffontein1600mGOODSerino Moodley58.5kg--7
  • 1. Coppola
  • 2. Frere Jacques
  • 3. Father Christmas
2.35L$2.90
3/1023/10/2025-Flat$95,011.00Vaal1450mGOODSerino Moodley59kg--2
  • 1. Palace Prince
  • 2. Deception Pass
  • 3. Father Christmas
0.95L$0.00
9/1217/06/2025-CL4 $114,008.00Kenilworth1399mSOFTAndrew Fortune57.5kg--7
  • 1. Industrialstrength
  • 2. Boogiefied
  • 3. Kebonalesedi
6.2L$17.00
6/1201/06/2025-CL4 $114,008.00Kenilworth1399mSOFTGavin Lerena57.5kg--4
  • 1. Boogiefied
  • 2. Scottish Kiss
  • 3. Trippi's Silk
7.25L$15.00
1/1006/05/2025-Flat$85,512.00Kenilworth1399mGOODJuan Paul Vd Merwe61.5kg--10
  • 1. Father Christmas
  • 2. Dricus
  • 3. Signor Dante
0.5L$13.00
6/1214/04/2025-Fillies & Mares $104,510.00Kenilworth1399mSOFTMuzi Yeni60kg--6
  • 1. Gold Dust
  • 2. Konnichiwa
  • 3. Smart Horse
5.45L$20.00
9/1008/10/2024-Flat$81,014.00Durbanville1249mGOODJuan Paul Vd Merwe59.5kg--4
  • 1. Firingonallengines
  • 2. Native Ruler
  • 3. Golden Destiny
8.45L$14.00
5
Silk
Drivelikeamaster (1)16X6442252
Trainer: Dianne Stenger 12 mths 9: 1-3-0

Jockey: Marco V'Rensburg

Weight: 57.5kgs

4 yo Bay G
Sire: Master Of My Fate
Dam: Crackpot
Dam's Sire: Judpot

Stats

Prize Money$0.00
Avg $$0.00
Win %11.11%
Place %44.44%
Career9: 1-3-0
Track6: 1-2-0
Distance1: 0-1-0
Tr / Dist1: 0-1-0
1st Up2: 1-0-0
2nd Up1: 0-0-0
Firm0: 0-0-0
Good9: 1-3-0
Soft0: 0-0-0
Heavy0: 0-0-0
Synthetic0: 0-0-0

Comments

Was competitive when 2nd last run at this venue and will try to take advantage of the stall. Expect support.

Last Starts 27 days since last start

PlaceDateDaysClassPrizeTrackDist.Cnd.JockeyWeightRace TimeIn RunGateResultMarginStarting Price
2/1219/02/2026-Flat$114,008.00Turffontein1450mGOODGavin Lerena60.5kg--3
  • 1. Fostinovo
  • 2. Drivelikeamaster
  • 3. Bay Empire
0.5L$2.62
5/1229/01/2026-Flat$118,770.00Vaal1199mGOODTrent Mayhew58.5kg--3
  • 1. Vibe Sa
  • 2. African Prince
  • 3. Ensuing
6.25L$3.75
2/1920/12/2025-Flat$118,770.00Vaal1474mGOODTrent Mayhew58.5kg--1
  • 1. Wayne
  • 2. Drivelikeamaster
  • 3. Big Unit
2.75L$10.00
2/1227/11/2025-Flat$118,770.00Turffontein1399mGOODSavanna Valjalo53kg--7
  • 1. Palace Prince
  • 2. Drivelikeamaster
  • 3. Paul Revere
1L$7.00
4/1004/11/2025-Flat$114,008.00Vaal1200mGOODTrent Mayhew57kg--2
  • 1. Secret Chord
  • 2. Antonio Gaudi
  • 3. Fully Loaded
3.3L$12.00
4/828/09/2025-Flat$114,008.00Turffontein1199mGOODTrent Mayhew57kg--5
  • 1. The Last Duke
  • 2. Ensuing
  • 3. Red Penny
2.25L$51.00
6/1006/09/2025-Flat$114,008.00Turffontein1199mGOODTrent Mayhew57kg--9
  • 1. Juniper Green
  • 2. It's Personal
  • 3. Prince Of Kildare
5.8L$51.00
6/616/12/2024-Flat$99,981.00Turffontein1160mGOODChase Maujean55.5kg--7
  • 1. Big Boy Bruce
  • 2. Bakwena
  • 3. Phantom Express
12.8L$7.00
1/814/11/2024-Flat$120,019.00Turffontein1199mGOODChase Maujean59kg--2
  • 1. Drivelikeamaster
  • 2. Vibe Sa
  • 3. Seventh Fleet
0.3L$14.00
6
Silk
Zip Code (2)2525574825
Trainer: David Nieuwenhuizen 12 mths 28: 1-7-2

Jockey: G Lerena

Weight: 57kgs

4 yo Bay G
Sire: Global View
Dam: Zundra
Dam's Sire: Count Dubois

Stats

Prize Money$0.00
Avg $$0.00
Win %3.57%
Place %35.71%
Career28: 1-7-2
Track24: 1-5-2
Distance5: 0-2-0
Tr / Dist4: 0-1-0
1st Up1: 0-0-1
2nd Up1: 0-1-0
Firm0: 0-0-0
Good28: 1-7-2
Soft0: 0-0-0
Heavy0: 0-0-0
Synthetic0: 0-0-0

Comments

Was $5.00 and close to a win last run at this track. Has good tactical speed and will be nicely positioned. A threat to the other main hopes.

Last Starts 20 days since last start

PlaceDateDaysClassPrizeTrackDist.Cnd.JockeyWeightRace TimeIn RunGateResultMarginStarting Price
5/726/02/2026-Flat$123,507.00Turffontein1600mGOODCalvin Habib57.5kg--1
  • 1. King Harald
  • 2. Bristol Hercules
  • 3. Golden Operator
0.46L$5.50
2/917/01/2026-Flat$118,770.00Vaal1699mGOODGavin Lerena57.5kg--3
  • 1. Robert Browning
  • 2. Zip Code
  • 3. Buddy Boy
2.5L$6.00
8/930/12/2025-Flat$114,008.00Turffontein2000mGOODCraig Zackey59kg--2
  • 1. Texas Missile
  • 2. Repetition
  • 3. Real Stunner
10.1L$7.00
4/1920/12/2025-Flat$118,770.00Vaal1474mGOODCalvin Habib57.5kg--19
  • 1. Wayne
  • 2. Drivelikeamaster
  • 3. Big Unit
3.1L$41.00
7/929/11/2025-Flat$166,239.00Turffontein1600mGOODBrevan Plaatjies61.5kg--7
  • 1. Harun Al Rashid
  • 2. Open Highway
  • 3. Sky Pillar Rock
6.3L$11.00
5/913/11/2025-Flat$114,008.00Turffontein1450mGOODCalvin Habib61.5kg--10
  • 1. Clarkson
  • 2. Brave Viking
  • 3. After Hours
2.1L$6.00
5/1016/10/2025-Flat$128,245.00Turffontein1600mGOODGirish Samo Burthia52kg--10
  • 1. Birthright
  • 2. Impact Investor
  • 3. Skittles Skies
5.05L$16.00
2/904/10/2025-Flat$114,008.00Turffontein1600mGOODCalvin Habib59.5kg--9
  • 1. Beynac
  • 2. Zip Code
  • 3. Coming In Hot
4.25L$15.00
5/702/09/2025-Flat$95,011.00Vaal1800mGOODCraig Zackey62.5kg--8
  • 1. Robert Browning
  • 2. Santiago's Pride
  • 3. Futurewolff
6.8L$3.10
2/817/08/2025-Flat$95,011.00Turffontein1600mGOODCalvin Habib56kg--4
  • 1. Pioneer Square
  • 2. Zip Code
  • 3. We Are The Logans
3.5L$6.50
8/1226/07/2025-Flat$114,008.00Turffontein1399mGOODJarryd Penny60.5kg--11
  • 1. Open Highway
  • 2. Pressonregardless
  • 3. Coming In Hot
7.25L$22.00
7/806/07/2025-Grade 3 $237,516.00Turffontein1800mGOODMalesela Katjedi57.5kg--3
  • 1. Choisaanada
  • 2. Fire Attack
  • 3. Musical Score
7.9L$71.00
5/1126/06/2025-Flat$114,008.00Turffontein1450mGOODCallan Murray60kg--2
  • 1. Richard The First
  • 2. Sea Shanty
  • 3. Kisshoten
1.5L$6.00
2/1115/06/2025-Flat$133,005.00Turffontein1600mGOODMalesela Katjedi52.5kg--1
  • 1. Claw
  • 2. Zip Code
  • 3. Grand Crescendo
2.25L$26.00
7/1108/05/2025-Flat$110,002.00Turffontein1450mGOODMalesela Katjedi54.5kg--7
  • 1. Bob's Your Uncle
  • 2. Plus Four
  • 3. Pressonregardless
9.55L$41.00
11/1329/03/2025-Grade 1 $1,250,012.00Turffontein2450mGOODChase Maujean60kg--13
  • 1. Legend Of Arthur
  • 2. Wild Intent
  • 3. Solar Sail
117.65L$101.00
5/801/03/2025-Flat$130,013.00Turffontein1399mGOODChase Maujean56kg--3
  • 1. Hotarubi
  • 2. Pressonregardless
  • 3. The Africa House
3.4L$51.00
6/628/12/2024-3-Year-Olds $109,999.00Turffontein1399mGOODMarco Vrensburg58kg--8
  • 1. Potberrie
  • 2. Grey Jet
  • 3. Ombudsman
122.95L$14.00
11/1330/11/2024-Grade 2 $650,001.00Turffontein1600mGOODChase Maujean60kg--12
  • 1. Quid Pro Quo
  • 2. Fire Attack
  • 3. Greaterix
18.5L$91.00
10/1002/11/2024-Grade 3 $399,991.00Turffontein1399mGOODRachel Venniker57kg--9
  • 1. Moonlight Trader
  • 2. Wolf Mountain
  • 3. Legend Of Arthur
13.45L$41.00
7
Silk
World Heritage (5)0278028869
Trainer: Brett Warren 12 mths 26: 1-2-0

Jockey: Jacey Botes

Weight: 52.5kgs

6 yo Bay M
Sire: Flower Alley
Dam: Lalibela
Dam's Sire: Silvano

Stats

Prize Money$0.00
Avg $$0.00
Win %3.85%
Place %11.54%
Career26: 1-2-0
Track10: 0-1-0
Distance3: 0-1-0
Tr / Dist1: 0-1-0
1st Up3: 0-0-0
2nd Up2: 0-1-0
Firm0: 0-0-0
Good25: 1-2-0
Soft1: 0-0-0
Heavy0: 0-0-0
Synthetic0: 0-0-0

Comments

Below par when 9th last start here. Slim chance.

Last Starts 25 days since last start

PlaceDateDaysClassPrizeTrackDist.Cnd.JockeyWeightRace TimeIn RunGateResultMarginStarting Price
9/1021/02/2026-F & M $99,748.00Turffontein1600mGOODJacey Botes50kg--10
  • 1. Paris Fun
  • 2. Rosy Lemon
  • 3. Mattiazo
6.6L$101.00
6/822/01/2026-F & M $99,748.00Vaal1450mGOODSavanna Valjalo48.5kg--3
  • 1. Fair Proposal
  • 2. Lady Elliot
  • 3. Bright And Brazen
5.3L$23.00
8/830/12/2025-Flat$85,512.00Turffontein1600mGOODJeffery Syster52.5kg--4
  • 1. Mattiazo
  • 2. Michael Faraday
  • 3. Golden Aspen
13.85L$61.00
8/1004/12/2025-F & M $99,748.00Turffontein1800mGOODJeffery Syster52.5kg--1
  • 1. Duchess Of Paloma
  • 2. Scarlett Heart
  • 3. Lady Blunt
11.25L$41.00
2/1013/11/2025-Flat$85,512.00Turffontein1450mGOODSavanna Valjalo49.5kg--1
  • 1. Calida
  • 2. World Heritage
  • 3. Vava Vegas
1.25L$41.00
11/1123/10/2025-F & M $95,011.00Vaal1000mGOODJarryd Penny52.5kg--6
  • 1. Miss Munroe
  • 2. Blindfire
  • 3. She's All Mine
13.2L$126.00
8/911/10/2025-Flat$75,991.00Turffontein1199mGOODJeffery Syster54.5kg--8
  • 1. Beamonesque
  • 2. Captain Efficient
  • 3. Princess Lola
9.75L$91.00
7/714/08/2025-Flat$95,011.00Vaal1000mGOODJeffery Syster50.5kg--1
  • 1. Faithful Neo
  • 2. Lonely As A Cloud
  • 3. Deal Maker
12.35L$51.00
2/724/07/2025-Flat$80,750.00Vaal1199mGOODJeffery Syster52.5kg--1
  • 1. Phala Millions
  • 2. World Heritage
  • 3. Peregrine Falcon
1.5L$81.00
10/1312/07/2025-F & M $95,011.00Turffontein1160mGOODJeffery Syster52.5kg--13
  • 1. Global Thunder
  • 2. Time For Charity
  • 3. Valieva
7.35L$101.00
13/1719/03/2024-F & M $0.00Vaal1399mGOODSiyanda Sosibo52kg--14
  • 1. Mia Fiore
  • 2. Que Ceu Azul
  • 3. Can't Catch Me
17.35L$151.00
10/1223/01/2024-F & M $0.00Vaal1000mGOODNirvan Nastili51.5kg--13
  • 1. Nettleton
  • 2. In The Ether
  • 3. War Queen
7.95L$67.00
10/1028/12/2023-F & M $0.00Vaal1200mSOFTDonald Geerthsen54.5kg--2
  • 1. Nettleton
  • 2. Sigrid Swing
  • 3. Smelting
25.1L$51.00
11/1123/11/2023-F & M $0.00Vaal1000mGOODKobeli Lihaba56.5kg--5
  • 1. Happy Analia
  • 2. In The Ether
  • 3. Red Carpet Girl
6.25L$29.00
12/1203/10/2023-F & M $0.00Vaal1200mGOODAthandiwe Mgudlwa58.5kg--7
  • 1. Inventrix
  • 2. Stormy Choice
  • 3. Countess Danza
14.35L$34.00
1/1025/07/2023-F & M $0.00Vaal1000mGOODC Mabaya60kg--3
  • 1. World Heritage
  • 2. Wilkies
  • 3. War Queen
1L$16.00
5/915/07/2023-F & M $0.00Turffontein1200mGOODAthandiwe Mgudlwa60kg--6
  • 1. One Fell Swoop
  • 2. Alesia's Love
  • 3. Inner Sense
5.3L$16.00
4/929/06/2023-F & M $0.00Turffontein1200mGOODC Mabaya60kg--7
  • 1. Neerah
  • 2. Liberty Flag
  • 3. Southern Style
2.5L$16.00
7/1013/06/2023-F & M $0.00Vaal1000mGOODWesley Marwing60kg--6
  • 1. Jasiri
  • 2. Fairy Circle
  • 3. Empress Game
5L$101.00
6/826/01/2023-Flat$90,010.00Turffontein1800mGOODDonald Geerthsen60kg--8
  • 1. Red Maple
  • 2. Rosslyne
  • 3. Ponderosa Pine
14.3L$41.00

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