Turffontein Race 3 - Tab Protea Stakes (Grade 3) (2Yo)
SHERLOCK HOLMES (4) Landed the spoils when winning by 2 1/4L last time at Vaal and putting a tidy record together so far. Should come to hand quickly. Showing improvement in recent outings. Prominent showing expected and won't be far off them. GIMME A VODKA (2) Placed 3rd last run around here and solid career start. Will be pushing for a forward position early. Has not missed the placings this campaign in 4 attempts. Suitably placed in this race. TIME IS PRECIOUS (1) Won by 1 3/4L last run at Vaal and good career start. Has shown early pace in races to date. Ticks plenty of boxes and looks like value . THE BRONX BULL (6) Was competitive when 2nd last start around here and promising career start. Should muster plenty of early toe. Amongst the placegetters at every start this preparation. Well placed and has solid claims.
Jockey: Callan Murray
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Showed promise when winning by 1 3/4L last run at Vaal and honest performer putting a tidy record together. Displays good tactical speed. Good potential.
Last Starts 23 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/11 | 02/04/2026 | - | Flat | $85,512.00 | Vaal | 1000m | GOOD | K De Melo | 59.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| - | $3.40 |
| 1/6 | 29/01/2026 | - | Flat | $123,507.00 | Vaal | 1000m | GOOD | K De Melo | 60kg | - | - | 1 |
| 0.5L | $7.50 |
| 3/6 | 07/12/2025 | - | Flat | $123,507.00 | Turffontein | 800m | GOOD | L Nhlapo | 60kg | - | - | 5 |
| 1.3L | $4.00 |
Jockey: Craig Zackey
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished 3rd last run here and showing consistent performance in races. Expecting to settle positively. Been in the money each attempt this preparation. Solid claims.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/4 | 04/04/2026 | - | Grade 2 | $475,007.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Ryan Munger | 60kg | - | - | 2 |
| 4L | $1.67 |
| 2/6 | 07/03/2026 | - | Flat | $189,998.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | GOOD | K De Melo | 60kg | - | - | 4 |
| 1.37L | $6.00 |
| 1/8 | 24/01/2026 | - | Flat | $123,507.00 | Vaal | 1199m | GOOD | K De Melo | 60kg | - | - | 5 |
| 1.75L | $1.80 |
| 2/4 | 11/01/2026 | - | 2Y JUV | $142,504.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | GOOD | K De Melo | 55kg | - | - | 6 |
| 0.2L | $2.38 |
Jockey: M Yeni
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Gave nothing else a chance when winning by more than 7L last time at Vaal and having second career run. Should be going forward early. Drawn the rails. One of the punters top hopes at a very generous price.
Last Starts 30 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 | 26/03/2026 | - | Flat | $123,507.00 | Vaal | 1000m | GOOD | Blaine Marx Jacobson | 56kg | - | - | 6 |
| 7.32L | $2.62 |
Jockey: Kyle Strydom
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Did a good job when winning by 2 1/4L last time at Vaal and putting a tidy record together. Has plenty of early speed. Holds a major chance.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/11 | 31/03/2026 | - | Flat | $123,507.00 | Vaal | 1200m | GOOD | Kyle Strydom | 60kg | - | - | 8 |
| 2.29L | $1.60 |
| 2/9 | 14/02/2026 | - | Flat | $123,507.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Gavin Lerena | 60kg | - | - | 5 |
| 0.3L | $4.75 |
| 3/7 | 17/01/2026 | - | Flat | $123,507.00 | Vaal | 1000m | GOOD | Calvin Habib | 60kg | - | - | 5 |
| 2.97L | $3.60 |
Jockey: K De Melo
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Started $51.00 and moderate showing when 10th last run at Greyville but has a positive draw. Gets back and needs luck. Considering others.
Last Starts 14 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14 | 11/04/2026 | - | 2yo | $2,999,989.00 | Greyville | 1199m | GOOD | Malesela Katjedi | 60kg | - | - | 4 |
| 6.65L | $91.00 |
| 4/6 | 21/03/2026 | - | 2Y JUV | $142,504.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Craig Zackey | 60kg | - | - | 2 |
| 6.25L | $7.50 |
| 1/6 | 07/12/2025 | - | Flat | $123,507.00 | Turffontein | 800m | GOOD | Malesela Katjedi | 60kg | - | - | 3 |
| 1L | $1.91 |
| 4/15 | 29/11/2025 | - | Flat | $284,984.00 | Turffontein | 800m | GOOD | Craig Zackey | 60kg | - | - | 11 |
| 5.05L | $16.00 |
Jockey: Calvin Habib
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
In the money when 2nd last start around here and putting a tidy record together so far. Shows good early pace. Has claims.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/4 | 04/04/2026 | - | Grade 2 | $475,007.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Kyle Strydom | 60kg | - | - | 5 |
| 1L | $3.20 |
| 1/8 | 05/03/2026 | - | 2Y JUV MDN | $123,507.00 | Vaal | 1200m | GOOD | Gavin Lerena | 60kg | - | - | 5 |
| 0.46L | $2.38 |
| 3/9 | 07/02/2026 | - | 2Y JUV | $142,504.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | GOOD | Calvin Habib | 60kg | - | - | 7 |
| 7.35L | $4.00 |
Jockey: Tristan Godden
Weight: 55.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Was $51.00 and average at best when 7th last start here but dropping weight. Has to improve out of sight.
Last Starts 21 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 | 04/04/2026 | - | Flat | $332,502.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Mxolisi Mbuto | 60kg | - | - | 7 |
| 6.95L | $51.00 |
| 5/5 | 21/03/2026 | - | 2Y FILLIES JUV | $128,245.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Kabelo Matsunyane | 60kg | - | - | 4 |
| 0.69L | $3.00 |
| 1/9 | 26/12/2025 | - | 2Y PLATE | $237,516.00 | Greyville | 1000m | GOOD | Kabelo Matsunyane | 57.5kg | - | - | 9 |
| 3.25L | $3.00 |
| 3/15 | 29/11/2025 | - | Flat | $284,984.00 | Turffontein | 800m | GOOD | Mxolisi Mbuto | 55kg | - | - | 3 |
| 3.8L | $51.00 |