Turffontein Race 4 - Play Soccer 6, 10 And 13 Maiden Plate
HIGHWAYMAN HARRY (1) Close up last time at this venue. Respect in this event. HAMMER BLOW (2) In the money when 3rd last run here. Displays good tactical speed. Worth consideration. GEOSTORM (9) First up today. Ran well when 3rd last run at Vaal and was a debutant last start. Will be pushing for a forward position early. Genuine winning chance. TIGER'S CAPTAIN (4) Finished 4th last start here. Worth a ticket.

Jockey: Marco V'Rensburg
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Narrowly denied victory last time at this track. Rates as one of the key chances.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/10 | 07/03/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Marco Vrensburg | 60kg | - | - | 2 |
| 0.23L | $4.75 |
| 2/7 | 21/02/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Marco Vrensburg | 60kg | - | - | 1 |
| 1L | $3.20 |
| 8/10 | 07/02/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1399m | GOOD | Marco Vrensburg | 60kg | - | - | 1 |
| 13.75L | $4.75 |
| 2/13 | 08/01/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Vaal | 1450m | GOOD | Marco Vrensburg | 59kg | - | - | 3 |
| 4.5L | $7.50 |
| 16/19 | 29/11/2025 | - | Flat | $284,984.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Trent Mayhew | 57.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 16.9L | $20.00 |
| 4/8 | 09/11/2025 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Trent Mayhew | 57.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 2.3L | $41.00 |

Jockey: Craig Zackey
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Was competitive when 3rd last run around here. Likely to be well placed early. Expect a forward showing.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/6 | 14/03/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | GOOD | Richard Fourie | 60kg | - | - | 7 |
| 2L | $4.20 |
| 10/10 | 07/02/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1399m | GOOD | Muzi Yeni | 60kg | - | - | 2 |
| 19.25L | $34.00 |
| 4/11 | 27/12/2025 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Gavin Lerena | 60kg | - | - | 11 |
| 5.75L | $8.50 |
| 5/12 | 20/12/2025 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Vaal | 1199m | GOOD | Marco Vrensburg | 60kg | - | - | 1 |
| 7.45L | $19.00 |
| 6/8 | 09/11/2025 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Muzi Yeni | 59kg | - | - | 7 |
| 9.55L | $13.00 |
| 3/9 | 16/10/2025 | - | Flat | $99,748.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | GOOD | Muzi Yeni | 60kg | - | - | 1 |
| 4.5L | $7.00 |
| 3/7 | 11/09/2025 | - | Flat | $99,748.00 | Vaal | 1000m | GOOD | Muzi Yeni | 58kg | - | - | 1 |
| 1.75L | $8.00 |

Jockey: Jarryd Penny
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming after a break. Jumped at $13.00 and ran 7th last time at Vaal but has the ideal barrier. Not hopeless.
Last Starts 62 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/13 | 24/01/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Vaal | 1199m | GOOD | Kobeli Lihaba | 60kg | - | - | 12 |
| 12.1L | $18.00 |
| 3/11 | 27/12/2025 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Kobeli Lihaba | 60kg | - | - | 12 |
| 4.75L | $91.00 |
| 13/14 | 04/12/2025 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1399m | GOOD | Unknown Jockey | 59kg | - | - | 7 |
| 20.95L | $201.00 |
| 8/12 | 20/11/2025 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Vaal | 1399m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 58kg | - | - | 9 |
| 11.6L | $201.00 |
| 12/12 | 01/11/2025 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 59kg | - | - | 4 |
| 31.4L | $81.00 |

Jockey: Kabelo Matsunyane
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Jumped at $12.00 and came in 4th last start at this track. Has some claims.
Last Starts 8 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/8 | 19/03/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1199m | GOOD | Julius Mariba | 60kg | - | - | 8 |
| 3.7L | $14.00 |
| 2/8 | 01/02/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Julius Mariba | 60kg | - | - | 5 |
| 4.5L | $41.00 |
| 13/13 | 08/01/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Vaal | 1450m | GOOD | Kabelo Matsunyane | 59kg | - | - | 12 |
| 21.5L | $81.00 |
| 10/12 | 01/11/2025 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Marco Vrensburg | 59kg | - | - | 5 |
| 18.15L | $22.00 |
| 6/11 | 03/06/2025 | - | 2Y MDN JUV | $114,998.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Kabelo Matsunyane | 60kg | - | - | 10 |
| 13.25L | $4.75 |

Jockey: Philasande Mxoli
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
At $29.00 mediocre display when 7th last time at this venue and down in trip. The wide draw shouldn't be a problem with plenty of early speed. Rough chance today.
Last Starts 43 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/7 | 12/02/2026 | - | Flat | $99,748.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | GOOD | Tshepiso Matsoele | 60kg | - | - | 9 |
| 31.25L | $34.00 |
| 9/9 | 09/11/2025 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1399m | GOOD | Julius Mariba | 58kg | - | - | 9 |
| 13.9L | $41.00 |
| 6/9 | 18/09/2025 | - | Flat | $99,748.00 | Vaal | 1699m | GOOD | Muzi Yeni | 57.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 8.5L | $12.00 |
| 4/7 | 30/08/2025 | - | Flat | $99,748.00 | Turffontein | 1199m | GOOD | Serino Moodley | 58kg | - | - | 9 |
| 6.8L | $23.00 |
| 7/11 | 03/06/2025 | - | 2Y MDN JUV | $114,998.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Nirvan Nastili | 58kg | - | - | 11 |
| 14.5L | $101.00 |
| 10/12 | 17/05/2025 | - | for 2 Yo R100 000 Win Bsa / Crs Bonus | $90,014.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Nirvan Nastili | 58kg | - | - | 4 |
| 7.45L | $71.00 |

Jockey: Jason Gates
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Back from a break. Was $81.00 and average performance when 7th last time at this track. Change in trainer. Struggle to recommend.
Last Starts 101 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/7 | 16/12/2025 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Malesela Katjedi | 60kg | - | - | 2 |
| 24.25L | $126.00 |
| 12/13 | 20/11/2025 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Vaal | 1399m | GOOD | L Nhlapo | 58kg | - | - | 2 |
| 16.6L | $101.00 |
| 13/16 | 04/11/2025 | - | ALL MDNS | $114,008.00 | Vaal | 1400m | GOOD | L Nhlapo | 58kg | - | - | 3 |
| 14.9L | $126.00 |
| 10/10 | 12/07/2025 | - | Flat | $99,748.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Jason Gates | 57.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 17.45L | $29.00 |

Jockey: Blaine Marx-Jacobson
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming after a spell. Jumped at $34.00 and moderate showing when 11th last time at this venue but having second career run. Will be giving the leaders a big start. Slim hope.
Last Starts 110 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/13 | 07/12/2025 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Malesela Katjedi | 60kg | - | - | 12 |
| 15.6L | $41.00 |

Jockey: Kyle Strydom
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
First up from a break. Competitive effort when 3rd last run at Vaal and was on debut last time. Should muster plenty of early toe. Has a good draw. Win will not surprise.
Last Starts 169 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/11 | 09/10/2025 | - | Flat | $99,748.00 | Vaal | 1199m | GOOD | Kobeli Lihaba | 59kg | - | - | 11 |
| 2.05L | $0.00 |

Jockey: Calvin Ngcobo
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Started $26.00 and came in 6th last run at this venue but fitter for debut run. Likely to get back in the run. Long shot.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/10 | 07/03/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Calvin Ngcobo | 60kg | - | - | 1 |
| 1.14L | $41.00 |