Vaal Race 4 - Youcanbetonus! Maiden Plate
JOHNNY DRAMA (2) was touched off in his last start over 1250m at Durbanville. He returns from a spell during which time he changed stables. The blinkers seem to have done the trick and he can shed his maiden tag. MIZZEN SWORD (1) was running on well when second over 1160m at Turffontein last time. Placed second in three of four of his last start runs and looks hard to roll. WALL STREET (17) ran a good race on debut when third over 1100m at Turffontein. He returns from a spell during which time he changed stables. Gavin Lerena is booked to ride and he should make the natural progression. TIME WILL TELL (15) stayed on well when fourth of 12 over 1160m at Turffontein last time. He finished third in his only previous run over this course and distance. Muzi Yeni is booked to ride and he may be able to coax that little bit extra out of him when it matters most. Something for the Multiples: HIGHVELD STORM (3)
Jockey: J Penny
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
At the latest run 2nd of 8 at Turffontein Standside on May 11 over 1160m, 1.3 len behind Soho Heartthrob carrying 60kg at $13.50. The start before that 5th of 12 at this track on April 17 over 1200m, 4.5 len behind War Of Kingdoms with 60kg at $4.30. Making headway. Likely to measure up again.
Last Starts 19 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/8 | 11/05/2025 | 24 | MPLATE | $7,580.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | S'manga Khumalo | 60kg | 1:09.00 | - | 7 |
| 1.3L | $13.50 |
| 5/12 | 17/04/2025 | 23 | MPLATE | $10,470.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | S'manga Khumalo | 60kg | 1:10.48 | - | 1 |
| 4.5L | $4.30 |
| 2/6 | 25/03/2025 | 29 | MPLATE | $10,470.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Gavin Lerena | 60kg | 1:11.27 | - | 6 |
| 0.5L | $2.80 |
| 2/9 | 24/02/2025 | 9 | MPLATE | $10,170.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Gavin Lerena | 60kg | 1:07.37 | - | 8 |
| 0.1L | $4.00 |
| 4/9 | 15/02/2025 | 16 | MPLATE | $10,170.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | J Penny | 60kg | 1:07.93 | - | 5 |
| 11.1L | $21.00 |
| 4/11 | 30/01/2025 | 28 | MPLATE | $8,980.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | D D Mazule | 60kg | 1:11.01 | - | 7 |
| 3.6L | $21.00 |
| 7/8 | 02/01/2025 | 26 | MPLATE | $10,270.00 | Vaal | 1450m | Good | J Penny | 60kg | 1:26.19 | - | 4 |
| 12.0L | $34.00 |
| 4/9 | 07/12/2024 | 32 | MPLATE | $10,200.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | J Penny | 60kg | 1:10.41 | - | 7 |
| 3.0L | $17.00 |
| 10/15 | 05/11/2024 | 35 | MPLATE | $10,400.00 | Vaal | 1400m | Good | J Penny | 58kg | 1:23.79 | - | 12 |
| 14.3L | $13.50 |
| 4/8 | 01/10/2024 | 19 | MPLATE | $8,780.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Muzi Yeni | 60kg | 1:09.46 | - | 5 |
| 4.8L | $3.25 |
| 3/9 | 12/09/2024 | 51 | MPLATE | $7,590.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Craig Zackey | 58kg | 1:11.96 | - | 6 |
| 6.3L | $4.50 |
Jockey: K Matsunyane
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming after a ten weeks break. Finished off last campaign second in a small field at Durbanville March 22 over 1250m, a nose behind Stu's Girl carrying 62kg at $5. On debut ran last of 9 at Durbanville September 7 over 1400m, 8 len behind On My Honour with 57kg at $34. In the mix on best form.
Last Starts 69 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6 | 22/03/2025 | 14 | MPLATE | $10,910.00 | Durbanville | 1250m | Good | Lungisani Geledu | 62kg | 1:16.62 | - | 2 |
| 0.1L | $5.00 |
| 3/9 | 08/03/2025 | 31 | MPLATE | $10,740.00 | Durbanville | 1250m | Good | B Nkunzi | 62kg | 1:14.76 | - | 3 |
| 2.3L | $8.00 |
| 8/8 | 05/02/2025 | 21 | MPLATE | $10,590.00 | Kenilworth | 2000m | Good | Gareth Wright | 60kg | 2:06.05 | - | 1 |
| 12.7L | $101.00 |
| 12/14 | 15/01/2025 | 53 | MPLATE | $10,690.00 | Kenilworth | 1600m | Good | Sean Veale | 60kg | 1:39.11 | - | 11 |
| 9.2L | $101.00 |
| 10/11 | 23/11/2024 | 25 | MDN | $7,370.00 | Kenilworth | 2000m | Good | Oswald Noach | 58kg | 2:04.55 | - | 10 |
| 16.8L | $26.00 |
| 5/10 | 29/10/2024 | 52 | MPLATE | $9,200.00 | Durbanville | 1800m | Good | Craig Zackey | 57kg | 1:50.82 | - | 3 |
| 5.8L | $51.00 |
| 9/9 | 07/09/2024 | - | MPLATE | $9,270.00 | Durbanville | 1400m | Good | Robert Khathi | 57kg | 1:26.71 | - | 8 |
| 8.9L | $34.00 |
Jockey: M K Katjedi
Weight: 60kgs
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Second run back. First-up after three months 3rd of 7 at this track on April 29 over 1300m, 8 len behind Dylan's Champ with 60kg at $5.50. Previously second-up 3rd of 15 at this track on December 5 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Lloyd Wright with 60kg at $13.50. Leading chance with plenty of upside.
Last Starts 31 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 29/04/2025 | 89 | MPLATE | $9,160.00 | Vaal | 1300m | Good | Phillip Mlangeni | 60kg | 1:16.65 | - | 6 |
| 8.3L | $5.50 |
| 2/11 | 30/01/2025 | 56 | MPLATE | $8,980.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Tshepiso Matsoele | 60kg | 1:11.01 | - | 1 |
| 1.2L | $2.25 |
| 3/15 | 05/12/2024 | 30 | MPLATE | $10,200.00 | Vaal | 1400m | Good | J Gates | 60kg | 1:21.47 | - | 14 |
| 4.7L | $13.50 |
| 4/15 | 05/11/2024 | 103 | MPLATE | $10,400.00 | Vaal | 1400m | Good | T Mayhew | 57.5kg | 1:23.79 | - | 5 |
| 5.0L | $3.25 |
| 2/9 | 25/07/2024 | 35 | HCP | $6,140.00 | Vaal | 1450m | Good | T Mayhew | 55kg | 1:27.26 | - | 1 |
| 0.5L | $5.50 |
| 3/12 | 20/06/2024 | 133 | MPLATE | $7,360.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | T Mayhew | 56kg | 1:09.55 | - | 7 |
| 2.8L | $15.00 |
| 5/13 | 08/02/2024 | 35 | MPLATE | $6,470.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | Good | Tshepiso Matsoele | 60kg | 1:29.37 | - | 4 |
| 7.2L | $5.50 |
| 8/10 | 04/01/2024 | 37 | MPLATE | $8,430.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Dennis Schwarz | 60kg | 1:07.16 | - | 9 |
| 10.0L | $21.00 |
| 8/14 | 28/11/2023 | - | MPLATE | $6,690.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Thomas Ncume | 59kg | 1:10.94 | - | 14 |
| 11.3L | $11.00 |
Jockey: Marco Van Rensburg
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a 30-day let-up. At the latest run 2nd of 7 at this track on April 29 over 1300m, 6 len behind Dylan's Champ with 60kg at $9.50. The run before that second last of 12 at this track on April 17 over 1200m, 12 len behind War Of Kingdoms with 60kg at $21. Definite winning chance. Keep safe.
Last Starts 31 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/7 | 29/04/2025 | 12 | MPLATE | $9,160.00 | Vaal | 1300m | Good | J Horing | 60kg | 1:16.65 | - | 3 |
| 6.3L | $9.50 |
| 11/12 | 17/04/2025 | 23 | MPLATE | $10,470.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | N Klink | 60kg | 1:10.48 | - | 6 |
| 12.1L | $21.00 |
| 4/6 | 25/03/2025 | 24 | MPLATE | $10,470.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | N Klink | 60kg | 1:11.27 | - | 5 |
| 5.3L | $6.00 |
| 3/10 | 01/03/2025 | 5 | MPLATE | $10,310.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | N Klink | 60kg | 1:09.16 | - | 9 |
| 1.0L | $17.00 |
| 5/9 | 24/02/2025 | 23 | MPLATE | $10,170.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | N Klink | 60kg | 1:07.37 | - | 9 |
| 5.8L | $8.00 |
| 4/13 | 01/02/2025 | 261 | MPLATE | $10,270.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | N Klink | 60kg | 1:08.51 | - | 6 |
| 5.0L | $126.00 |
| 4/8 | 16/05/2024 | 12 | MPLATE | $6,110.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Tom Lukhele | 60kg | 0:57.59 | - | 3 |
| 6.8L | $7.00 |
| 3/9 | 04/05/2024 | 17 | MPLATE | $7,330.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Raymond Danielson | 60kg | 1:07.03 | - | 6 |
| 7.3L | $17.00 |
| 4/12 | 17/04/2024 | 6 | MPLATE | $8,540.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Raymond Danielson | 60kg | 1:09.42 | - | 1 |
| 6.3L | $51.00 |
| 7/12 | 11/04/2024 | 40 | MPLATE | $6,510.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | S Mkhumbuzi | 60kg | 1:11.46 | - | 1 |
| 19.6L | $6.50 |
| 5/10 | 02/03/2024 | 49 | MPLATE | $10,760.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | P Mxoli | 60kg | 1:08.01 | - | 9 |
| 7.8L | $101.00 |
Jockey: Louis Nhlapo
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Last start 5th of 8 at this track on May 15 over 1000m, 7 len behind Sunset Warrior carrying 60kg at $41. The start before that 3rd in a small field at this track on April 29 over 1000m, 6 len behind Sylvan Warrior with 60kg at $34. Beaten comfortably last time out but this suits.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 15/05/2025 | 16 | MPLATE | $7,580.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Louis Nhlapo | 60kg | 0:57.67 | - | 8 |
| 7.4L | $41.00 |
| 3/6 | 29/04/2025 | 14 | MPLATE | $9,160.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Tom Lukhele | 60kg | 0:57.91 | - | 6 |
| 6.0L | $34.00 |
| 12/12 | 15/04/2025 | 24 | MPLATE | $10,470.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | M K Katjedi | 60kg | 0:58.22 | - | 4 |
| 12.0L | $126.00 |
| 8/8 | 22/03/2025 | 23 | MPLATE | $10,470.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | M K Katjedi | 60kg | 0:57.45 | - | 1 |
| 99.0L | $101.00 |
| 7/8 | 27/02/2025 | 28 | MPLATE | $10,170.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | Good | M K Katjedi | 60kg | 1:29.67 | - | 8 |
| 11.1L | $151.00 |
| 8/11 | 30/01/2025 | 12 | MPLATE | $8,980.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Chamu Mabaya | 60kg | 1:11.01 | - | 11 |
| 7.6L | $26.00 |
| 7/10 | 18/01/2025 | 18 | MPLATE | $10,270.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | J Gates | 60kg | 1:09.56 | - | 2 |
| 12.0L | $126.00 |
| 5/7 | 31/12/2024 | 82 | MPLATE | $10,200.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Dennis Schwarz | 60kg | 0:58.12 | - | 3 |
| 2.7L | $15.00 |
| 6/14 | 10/10/2024 | 14 | MPLATE | $8,780.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Louis Nhlapo | 60kg | 1:09.36 | - | 12 |
| 8.8L | $41.00 |
| 3/10 | 26/09/2024 | 21 | MPLATE | $7,590.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Dennis Schwarz | 60kg | 0:58.23 | - | 3 |
| 2.0L | $21.00 |
| 6/8 | 05/09/2024 | 16 | MPLATE | $6,320.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | T J Nhlapo | 60kg | 0:57.64 | - | 3 |
| 15.8L | $21.00 |
Jockey: P Mxoli
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming from a lengthy break. Only one run when 9th of 12 at Turffontein Standside on November 15 over 1400m, 16 len behind Lets Play Poker carrying 58kg at $26. Marginal prospect.
Last Starts 196 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 | 15/11/2024 | - | MPLATE | $10,400.00 | Turffontein | 1400m | Good | Craig Zackey | 58kg | 1:27.03 | - | 4 |
| 16.3L | $26.00 |
Jockey: K J Lihaba
Weight: 57kgs
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First-starter by Act Of War out of Catskill Queen. Likely to need the run.
Jockey: Craig Zackey
Weight: 57kgs
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Comments
At debut, 7th of 12 at this track on April 15 over 1000m, 5 len behind Kaalvoet carrying 57kg at $9. Expecting a bit more with the race experience on board.
Last Starts 45 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/12 | 15/04/2025 | - | MPLATE | $10,470.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | M Van Rensburg | 57kg | 0:58.22 | - | 9 |
| 5.1L | $9.00 |
Jockey: Raymond Danielson
Weight: 57kgs
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Two-year-old colt (Erupt - Elusive Stars) making his debut. Should be ready to fire.
Jockey: K A Brewer
Weight: 57kgs
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Resuming after a break; only one run when 5th of 7 at Turffontein Inside on March 13 over 1450m, 13 len behind Whispering Death with 60kg at $34. Can get the job done.
Last Starts 78 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 | 13/03/2025 | - | PLATE 2 | $11,170.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | Good | K Matsunyane | 60kg | 1:31.93 | - | 3 |
| 13.3L | $34.00 |
Jockey: Serino Moodley
Weight: 57kgs
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Two-year-old colt who is first starter by Potala Palace out of Dance Alley. Expected to measure up.
Jockey: Calvin Habib
Weight: 57kgs
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First-starter by Canford Cliffs out of Casadesus. Watch for a positive market push.
Jockey: J R Syster
Weight: 57kgs
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First-starter by Global View out of Stormy Coast. Betting the best guide.
Jockey: G Samo-Burthia
Weight: 57kgs
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First-starter by Talk Of The Town out of Sierra Line. Sure to be better for this outing.
Jockey: Muzi Yeni
Weight: 57kgs
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Form hard to fault. Last start 4th of 12 at Turffontein Standside on May 17 over 1160m, 2 len behind Victory In Orleans carrying 60kg at $17. The run before that 3rd in a small field at Turffontein Standside on May 1 over 1000m, 3.5 len behind One Tiger with 60kg at $3.50. Thereabouts last time and rates highly.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/12 | 17/05/2025 | 16 | PLATE 2 | $7,580.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Raymond Danielson | 60kg | 1:08.28 | - | 6 |
| 2.0L | $17.00 |
| 3/5 | 01/05/2025 | 14 | PLATE 2 | $7,580.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Calvin Habib | 60kg | 0:59.52 | - | 5 |
| 3.7L | $3.50 |
| 3/12 | 17/04/2025 | 14 | MPLATE | $10,470.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Calvin Habib | 57kg | 1:10.48 | - | 10 |
| 1.2L | $11.00 |
| 4/8 | 03/04/2025 | 19 | PLATE 2 | $11,340.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Calvin Habib | 60kg | 1:12.89 | - | 6 |
| 10.8L | $15.00 |
| 2/7 | 15/03/2025 | 19 | PLATE 2 | $11,170.00 | Turffontein | 1100m | Good | S'manga Khumalo | 60kg | 1:04.69 | - | 3 |
| 4.3L | $41.00 |
| 8/9 | 24/02/2025 | - | PLATE 2 | $11,020.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | K Matsunyane | 60kg | 1:07.78 | - | 3 |
| 15.6L | $101.00 |
Jockey: J Gates
Weight: 57kgs
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Jumped at very long odds at debut, second last of 8 at Turffontein Standside on May 11 over 1160m, 7 len behind Soho Heartthrob carrying 57kg at $126. Didn't quite do enough on debut to raise the hopes.
Last Starts 19 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/8 | 11/05/2025 | - | MPLATE | $7,580.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | M K Katjedi | 57kg | 1:09.00 | - | 4 |
| 7.4L | $126.00 |