Turffontein Race 8 - Racing240 Progress Plate
MISSION TO MARS (2) Tidy run when 3rd last run around here and promising career start. Has run into the money 5 from 5 attempts this preparation. Will be down in distance. Can get the job done . SOLAR SAIL (3) Racing fresh after a break of 44 weeks. Winner by 2 1/4L last time here. First appearance for a new trainer. Likely to be well placed early. Can give this a shake. RADIO STAR (4) Chimed in with a win by 1 1/2L last run around here and proven performer at this trip. Expecting to settle positively. Running with confidence since returning from a break. Has the ability to figure. YIPPEE KIYAY (7) Below par when 5th last time around here but coming back up in distance. Has good tactical speed and will be nicely positioned. Can fill a place in this field.

Jockey: C Maujean
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Fresh today. Started at $8.00 and lacked competitiveness when 5th last time at this venue but dropping in grade. First start for a new trainer. Respect the betting.
Last Starts 125 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/6 | 05/07/2026 | - | Flat | $142,504.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | GOOD | Craig Zackey | 56kg | - | - | 6 |
| 3.3L | $8.50 |
| 10/11 | 07/06/2026 | - | Grade 3 | $237,516.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | GOOD | Mickaelle Michel | 56kg | - | - | 11 |
| 8.2L | $91.00 |
| 6/6 | 10/05/2026 | - | Flat | $142,504.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | GOOD | Richard Fourie | 60kg | - | - | 4 |
| 9.6L | $8.00 |
| 4/6 | 21/04/2026 | - | Flat | $123,507.00 | Vaal | 1399m | GOOD | Marco Vrensburg | 59.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 2.3L | $3.00 |
| 6/20 | 29/11/2025 | - | Grade 1 | $5,940,016.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | GOOD | Marco Vrensburg | 54kg | - | - | 15 |
| 6.25L | $101.00 |
| 7/12 | 09/11/2025 | - | Grade 3 | $475,007.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | GOOD | Marco Vrensburg | 57.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 5L | $41.00 |
| 7/7 | 06/09/2025 | - | Flat | $142,504.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | GOOD | Craig Zackey | 58kg | - | - | 8 |
| 6.85L | $19.00 |
| 11/12 | 07/06/2025 | - | Grade 3 | $284,984.00 | Greyville | 1800m | GOOD | Smanga Khumalo | 59kg | - | - | 10 |
| 6.65L | $14.00 |
| 2/13 | 29/03/2025 | - | Grade 1 | $1,250,012.00 | Turffontein | 2450m | GOOD | Gavin Lerena | 60kg | - | - | 9 |
| 0.3L | $5.50 |
| 2/11 | 08/03/2025 | - | Listed | $224,999.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | GOOD | Gavin Lerena | 60kg | - | - | 5 |
| 0.2L | $4.75 |
| 9/11 | 25/01/2025 | - | Grade 3 | $336,367.00 | Kenilworth | 1800m | GOOD | Gavin Lerena | 58.5kg | - | - | 7 |
| 6.35L | $12.00 |
| 3/11 | 19/12/2024 | - | Flat | $150,028.00 | Vaal | 1800m | GOOD | Marco Vrensburg | 53.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 0.5L | $4.40 |
| 1/9 | 05/11/2024 | - | Flat | $120,019.00 | Vaal | 1699m | GOOD | Marco Vrensburg | 55.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 0.75L | $2.05 |
| 3/7 | 19/10/2024 | - | Flat | $90,008.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Marco Vrensburg | 57.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 3.95L | $5.50 |
| 4/8 | 24/09/2024 | - | Flat | $80,013.00 | Vaal | 1399m | GOOD | Craig Zackey | 54.5kg | - | - | 7 |
| 1.65L | $4.80 |
| 1/7 | 30/07/2024 | - | 2Y MDN | $90,008.00 | Vaal | 1199m | GOOD | Marco Vrensburg | 60kg | - | - | 3 |
| 2.75L | $3.80 |

Jockey: Philasande Mxoli
Weight: 58.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Ran 3rd last run around here and showing consistent performance in races. Has not missed the placings this preparation in 5 attempts and gets a favourable gate. Down in distance. Will attract plenty of interest.
Last Starts 16 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 | 22/10/2026 | - | Flat | $123,507.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | GOOD | Philasande Mxoli | 59kg | - | - | 4 |
| 1.82L | $1.67 |
| 3/11 | 17/09/2026 | - | Flat | $123,507.00 | Vaal | 2000m | GOOD TO SOFT | Philasande Mxoli | 59kg | - | - | 6 |
| 1.83L | $2.10 |
| 1/8 | 01/08/2026 | - | Flat | $123,507.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | GOOD | Philasande Mxoli | 55kg | - | - | 2 |
| 3.2L | $1.60 |
| 1/9 | 21/07/2026 | - | Flat | $109,269.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Philasande Mxoli | 60kg | - | - | 2 |
| 10L | $1.38 |
| 2/10 | 25/06/2026 | - | Flat | $218,538.00 | Vaal | 1500m | GOOD | Philasande Mxoli | 60kg | - | - | 11 |
| 0.5L | $13.00 |

Jockey: Blaine Marx-Jacobson
Weight: 62kgs
Stats
Comments
First up from a break of 44 weeks. Bold effort to win by 2 1/4L last time at the track. Will be pushing for a forward position early. Solid claims.
Last Starts 312 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/6 | 30/12/2025 | - | 1-2 WINS & MDN | $123,507.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Callan Murray | 59.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 2.25L | $3.10 |
| 20/20 | 29/11/2025 | - | Grade 1 | $5,940,016.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 54kg | - | - | 19 |
| 100.35L | $126.00 |
| 10/12 | 09/11/2025 | - | Grade 3 | $475,007.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 57.5kg | - | - | 11 |
| 6.8L | $71.00 |
| 6/9 | 16/10/2025 | - | Flat | $142,504.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 60kg | - | - | 1 |
| 10.75L | $13.00 |
| 2/10 | 20/09/2025 | - | Flat | $95,011.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 60kg | - | - | 4 |
| 1.25L | $12.00 |
| 4/8 | 06/08/2025 | - | Flat | $151,979.00 | Greyville | 1399m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 58.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 2.05L | $4.40 |
| 3/13 | 29/03/2025 | - | Grade 1 | $1,250,012.00 | Turffontein | 2450m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 60kg | - | - | 11 |
| 0.6L | $61.00 |
| 1/10 | 13/03/2025 | - | Flat | $119,994.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 55.5kg | - | - | 8 |
| 2.75L | $10.00 |
| 3/10 | 06/02/2025 | - | Flat | $119,994.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 56kg | - | - | 2 |
| 1.7L | $19.00 |
| 5/9 | 18/01/2025 | - | Flat | $120,019.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 56kg | - | - | 4 |
| 7L | $26.00 |
| 5/8 | 03/12/2024 | - | 3-Year-Olds | $109,999.00 | Turffontein | 1399m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 52.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 3.7L | $31.00 |
| 1/16 | 24/10/2024 | - | Flat | $105,012.00 | Vaal | 1399m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 58kg | - | - | 7 |
| 0.2L | $9.50 |
| 2/6 | 24/09/2024 | - | 3-Year-Olds | $90,008.00 | Vaal | 1199m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 60kg | - | - | 4 |
| 3L | $5.50 |
| 4/9 | 29/08/2024 | - | 3-Year-Olds | $90,008.00 | Vaal | 1199m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 60kg | - | - | 12 |
| 5.5L | $51.00 |
| 7/13 | 09/06/2024 | - | 2Y MDN | $90,008.00 | Turffontein | 1100m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 60kg | - | - | 3 |
| 6.45L | $126.00 |
| 10/11 | 23/05/2024 | - | 2Y MDN JUV | $90,008.00 | Turffontein | 1199m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 60kg | - | - | 6 |
| 16.45L | $61.00 |

Jockey: Jason Gates
Weight: 62kgs
Stats
Comments
Strong performance to win by 1 1/2L last run at the track and suited at this trip historically. Has shown early pace in races to date. Goes well and could be a value opportunity.
Last Starts 16 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 22/10/2026 | - | CONDITIONS | $123,507.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | GOOD | Qiniso Ngcobo | 53.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 1.37L | $3.90 |
| 2/9 | 10/10/2026 | - | ALL HORSES | $142,504.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Kabelo Matsunyane | 52.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 0.69L | $3.70 |
| 4/8 | 12/09/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | GOOD | Marco Vrensburg | 52.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 4.12L | $9.50 |
| 10/11 | 02/05/2026 | - | Flat | $712,497.00 | Greyville | 1600m | GOOD | Blaine Marx Jacobson | 60kg | - | - | 4 |
| 6.01L | $81.00 |
| 9/13 | 04/04/2026 | - | Grade 2 | $1,187,504.00 | Turffontein | 2450m | GOOD | Craig Zackey | 60kg | - | - | 10 |
| 14.1L | $7.50 |
| 6/9 | 07/03/2026 | - | Grade 1 | $1,424,994.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | GOOD | Kabelo Matsunyane | 60kg | - | - | 5 |
| 4.45L | $101.00 |
| 10/13 | 07/02/2026 | - | Grade 2 | $950,014.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Gavin Lerena | 60kg | - | - | 12 |
| 11.3L | $17.00 |
| 1/8 | 03/01/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Gavin Lerena | 59.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 4.25L | $2.40 |
| 12/15 | 01/11/2025 | - | Grade 3 | $379,972.00 | Turffontein | 1400m | GOOD | Smanga Khumalo | 58kg | - | - | 3 |
| 11.6L | $23.00 |
| 1/8 | 31/07/2025 | - | Flat | $99,748.00 | Vaal | 1600m | GOOD | Gavin Lerena | 56kg | - | - | 8 |
| 3.75L | $1.36 |
| 5/8 | 06/07/2025 | - | 2Y JUV | $123,507.00 | Turffontein | 1399m | GOOD | Gavin Lerena | 57.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 2.5L | $0.00 |
| 2/11 | 15/06/2025 | - | Flat | $99,748.00 | Turffontein | 1399m | GOOD | Gavin Lerena | 56kg | - | - | 12 |
| 1.25L | $1.90 |
| 2/13 | 17/05/2025 | - | for All MDNs | $90,014.00 | Turffontein | 1399m | GOOD | Gavin Lerena | 56kg | - | - | 7 |
| 0.05L | $3.70 |

Jockey: Anaas Mosaheb
Weight: 55.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Amongst the placegetters when 3rd last run at this venue and dropping weight. Been in the money 2 from 2 attempts this preparation. Expected to settle towards the tail. Peak required to upset this field.
Last Starts 35 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 | 03/10/2026 | - | ALL HORSES | $128,245.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | GOOD | Tristan Godden | 60kg | - | - | 7 |
| 1.6L | $34.00 |
| 3/10 | 21/08/2026 | - | ALL HORSES | $161,478.00 | Greyville | 1399m | STANDARD | Anaas Mosaheb | 58.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 0.5L | $26.00 |
| 8/8 | 10/06/2026 | - | Flat | $166,288.00 | Greyville | 1399m | STANDARD | Serino Moodley | 54kg | - | - | 6 |
| 17.5L | $9.50 |
| 10/12 | 11/04/2026 | - | Flat | $4,999,998.00 | Greyville | 1400m | GOOD | Mickaelle Michel | 51kg | - | - | 4 |
| 7.37L | $81.00 |
| 1/9 | 12/03/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | SOFT | Kabelo Matsunyane | 60kg | - | - | 8 |
| 0.23L | $1.80 |
| 3/10 | 07/02/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1399m | GOOD | Kabelo Matsunyane | 60kg | - | - | 10 |
| 6.25L | $3.60 |
| 6/14 | 27/07/2025 | - | Grade 1 | $1,424,994.00 | Greyville | 1600m | GOOD | Piere Strydom | 60kg | - | - | 13 |
| 5.1L | $71.00 |
| 8/14 | 05/07/2025 | - | Grade 2 | $712,497.00 | Greyville | 1399m | GOOD | Piere Strydom | 60kg | - | - | 11 |
| 3.9L | $71.00 |
| 5/10 | 07/06/2025 | - | Listed | $284,984.00 | Greyville | 1399m | GOOD | Smanga Khumalo | 60kg | - | - | 7 |
| 2.35L | $23.00 |
| 5/6 | 26/04/2025 | - | Grade 3 | $299,999.00 | Turffontein | 1100m | GOOD | Smanga Khumalo | 57.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 9.7L | $29.00 |
| 5/6 | 29/03/2025 | - | Grade 2 | $499,991.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Kaidan Brewer | 60kg | - | - | 6 |
| 4.85L | $41.00 |
| 3/9 | 15/02/2025 | - | 2Y JUV MDN | $130,013.00 | Turffontein | 1399m | GOOD | Kaidan Brewer | 60kg | - | - | 8 |
| 2.75L | $8.00 |
| 7/9 | 25/01/2025 | - | Listed | $576,616.00 | Kenilworth | 1100m | GOOD | Rachel Venniker | 59kg | - | - | 9 |
| 23.25L | $34.00 |
| 4/9 | 12/01/2025 | - | 2Y | $285,006.00 | Scottsville | 1000m | GOOD | Raymond Danielson | 60kg | - | - | 7 |
| 5L | $16.00 |
| 6/13 | 30/11/2024 | - | 2Y MDN JUV | $249,986.00 | Turffontein | 800m | GOOD | Kaidan Brewer | 60kg | - | - | 5 |
| 5.25L | $29.00 |

Jockey: Callan Murray
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Started $4.00 and appeared lacklustre when 5th last time here but back to an increased distance. Shows good early pace. Betting is the best guide.
Last Starts 28 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/7 | 10/10/2026 | - | 1-2 WINS & MDN | $104,510.00 | Turffontein | 1199m | GOOD | Callan Murray | 59kg | - | - | 7 |
| 3.98L | $4.33 |
| 10/11 | 07/06/2026 | - | 3-Year-Olds | $189,998.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Callan Murray | 60kg | - | - | 11 |
| 24.25L | $22.00 |
| 6/10 | 10/05/2026 | - | Flat | $142,504.00 | Turffontein | 1399m | GOOD | Jeffrey Syster | 50kg | - | - | 7 |
| 3.38L | $3.60 |
| 7/9 | 07/03/2026 | - | Grade 1 | $1,424,994.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | GOOD | Jeffery Syster | 60kg | - | - | 9 |
| 7.45L | $51.00 |
| 5/13 | 07/02/2026 | - | Grade 2 | $950,014.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Jeffery Syster | 60kg | - | - | 1 |
| 1.3L | $31.00 |
| 2/9 | 24/01/2026 | - | Flat | $152,004.00 | Vaal | 1399m | GOOD | Callan Murray | 56kg | - | - | 1 |
| 0.1L | $2.70 |
| 4/9 | 11/01/2026 | - | Grade 3 | $332,502.00 | Turffontein | 1399m | GOOD | Andrew Fortune | 58kg | - | - | 9 |
| 3.75L | $41.00 |
| 9/21 | 20/12/2025 | - | Flat | $475,007.00 | Vaal | 1474m | GOOD | Juan Paul Vd Merwe | 52.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 2.65L | $8.00 |
| 2/7 | 07/12/2025 | - | FLAT | $123,507.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Callan Murray | 60kg | - | - | 7 |
| 0.3L | $6.00 |
| 1/6 | 28/10/2025 | - | Flat | $95,011.00 | Vaal | 1199m | GOOD | Callan Murray | 57.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 0.2L | $14.00 |
| 14/14 | 05/07/2025 | - | Grade 2 | $712,497.00 | Greyville | 1399m | GOOD | Callan Murray | 60kg | - | - | 1 |
| 8.6L | $34.00 |
| 6/10 | 07/06/2025 | - | Listed | $284,984.00 | Greyville | 1399m | GOOD | Callan Murray | 60kg | - | - | 2 |
| 2.45L | $5.00 |
| 1/12 | 30/04/2025 | - | Flat | $118,770.00 | Scottsville | 1199m | GOOD | Muzi Yeni | 57.5kg | - | - | 7 |
| 0.5L | $2.80 |

Jockey: Jacey Botes
Weight: 61kgs
Stats
Comments
Started at $26.00 and struggled when 5th last start at the track and dropping in distance. Prefers to settle towards the rear. Rough chance.
Last Starts 16 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/6 | 22/10/2026 | - | Flat | $123,507.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | GOOD | Craig Zackey | 58.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 2.28L | $26.00 |
| 4/9 | 19/09/2026 | - | Flat | $128,245.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | GOOD | Jeffery Syster | 56kg | - | - | 1 |
| 4.65L | $41.00 |
| 12/12 | 16/05/2026 | - | Flat | $128,245.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Calvin Ngcobo | 56kg | - | - | 11 |
| 8.7L | $101.00 |
| 7/7 | 01/01/2026 | - | Flat | $142,504.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Philasande Mxoli | 58.5kg | - | - | 7 |
| 6.35L | $51.00 |
| 12/12 | 23/06/2025 | - | Flat | $128,245.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | GOOD | Gavin Lerena | 56kg | - | - | 8 |
| 16.85L | $4.20 |
| 9/11 | 08/06/2025 | - | Grade 3 | $237,516.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 52.5kg | - | - | 9 |
| 8L | $41.00 |
| 6/10 | 17/05/2025 | - | open | $110,002.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Luyolo Mxothwa | 60kg | - | - | 10 |
| 3.2L | $20.00 |
| 12/16 | 15/04/2025 | - | Flat | $150,000.00 | Vaal | 1800m | GOOD | Kabelo Matsunyane | 60kg | - | - | 8 |
| 10.2L | $8.50 |
| 3/7 | 15/03/2025 | - | Flat | $199,992.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | GOOD | Jarryd Penny | 50kg | - | - | 6 |
| 1.2L | $23.00 |
| 9/12 | 27/02/2025 | - | 3 Year Olds | $150,000.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | GOOD | Ryan Munger | 59.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 4.45L | $7.00 |
| 1/12 | 07/07/2024 | - | Grade 3 | $249,986.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | GOOD | Philasande Mxoli | 60kg | - | - | 8 |
| 1L | $26.00 |
| 5/14 | 22/06/2024 | - | open | $109,999.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Smanga Khumalo | 55.5kg | - | - | 11 |
| 2.4L | $12.00 |
| 8/12 | 20/04/2024 | - | $0.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | GOOD | Piere Strydom | 58.5kg | - | - | 9 |
| 8.2L | $17.00 | |
| 5/9 | 30/03/2024 | - | $0.00 | Turffontein | 1699m | GOOD | Malesela Katjedi | 52kg | - | - | 7 |
| 3.5L | $7.50 | |
| 1/7 | 08/02/2024 | - | $0.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Kabelo Matsunyane | 61kg | - | - | 2 |
| 3L | $2.75 | |
| 2/9 | 20/01/2024 | - | $0.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | SOFT | Diego De Gouveia | 55.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 0.75L | $14.00 | |
| 1/8 | 30/12/2023 | - | $0.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | SOFT | Diego De Gouveia | 60kg | - | - | 3 |
| - | $5.50 | |
| 2/14 | 12/12/2023 | - | $0.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD TO SOFT | Denis Schwarz | 59kg | - | - | 3 |
| 7.75L | $16.00 | |
| 6/11 | 30/11/2023 | - | $0.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | GOOD | Diego De Gouveia | 58kg | - | - | 5 |
| 9.25L | $8.00 | |
| 4/14 | 23/11/2023 | - | $0.00 | Vaal | 1400m | GOOD | Diego De Gouveia | 58kg | - | - | 11 |
| 2L | $17.00 |