Vaal Race 2 - Play Soccer 6, 10 And 13 Mdn Plate
THORN BIRD (9) Mike Kock & Mathew De Kock 3yo by Rafeef on debut. Keep your eye on the market. THE BACHELORETTE (8) Resuming after a spell. Disappointing effort when 7th last start at this track. Is capable of a resurgence. Has good tactical speed and will be nicely positioned. Inclined to respect any betting moves and presents good prospects. CORSARO SUPER (1) Ran 4th last time here. Should improve. Should come to hand quickly. Change in trainer. This field suits. JUSTHAVEFUN (4) Resuming after break. Below expectations when 6th last run at Turffontein but fitter for debut run. Won't be far away during the run. Minor prospects.
Jockey: Blaine Marx-Jacobson
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Started $10.00 and finished 4th last time at this track. Should improve. Coming to a new trainer. Will be pushing for a forward position early. Expect a forward showing.
Last Starts 41 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/9 | 02/07/2026 | - | 2Y JUV MDN | $118,770.00 | Vaal | 1000m | GOOD | K De Melo | 60kg | - | - | 7 |
| 0.78L | $12.00 |
| 6/11 | 02/04/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Vaal | 1000m | GOOD | K De Melo | 57.5kg | - | - | 10 |
| 7.05L | $12.00 |
| 4/6 | 14/03/2026 | - | Flat | $123,507.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | GOOD | K De Melo | 60kg | - | - | 4 |
| 14.75L | $10.00 |
Jockey: Calvin Habib
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Ran well when 3rd last run here. Will need everything to go right.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/9 | 23/07/2026 | - | Flat | $109,269.00 | Vaal | 1000m | GOOD | Vusumzi Sithetho | 57.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 2.28L | $126.00 |
| 13/13 | 07/06/2026 | - | Flat | $118,770.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Jeffrey Syster | 60kg | - | - | 2 |
| 21.85L | $126.00 |
| 9/13 | 26/05/2026 | - | Flat | $118,770.00 | Vaal | 1000m | GOOD | Jeffrey Syster | 60kg | - | - | 1 |
| 8.38L | $126.00 |
| 6/8 | 04/05/2026 | - | Flat | $71,252.00 | Vaal | 1000m | GOOD | Tshepiso Matsoele | 57.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 11.98L | $23.00 |
Jockey: Kyle Strydom
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Started at $67.00 and underperformed when 12th last start at Turffontein and will have to carry more weight. Likely to get back in the run. Needs a lot of luck.
Last Starts 46 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17 | 27/06/2026 | - | Flat | $109,269.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Girish Samo Burthia | 55kg | - | - | 16 |
| 8.09L | $151.00 |
| 13/13 | 18/06/2026 | - | Flat | $118,770.00 | Vaal | 1399m | GOOD | Chase Maujean | 60kg | - | - | 1 |
| 8.56L | $151.00 |
| 8/13 | 07/06/2026 | - | Flat | $118,770.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Jacey Botes | 57.5kg | - | - | 11 |
| 13.3L | $201.00 |
| 8/8 | 24/02/2026 | - | Flat | $123,507.00 | Vaal | 1450m | GOOD | Raymond Danielson | 60kg | - | - | 2 |
| 70L | $61.00 |
| 8/9 | 07/02/2026 | - | 2Y JUV | $142,504.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | GOOD | Muzi Yeni | 60kg | - | - | 8 |
| 19.35L | $51.00 |
Jockey: G Lerena
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Resumes after a break. Started $7.00 and not up to scratch when 6th last run at Turffontein but was a debutant last start. Likely to be well placed early. Slim chance.
Last Starts 167 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/6 | 26/02/2026 | - | 2Y JUV MDN | $123,507.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | GOOD | Craig Zackey | 60kg | - | - | 4 |
| 6.17L | $7.50 |
Jockey: Malesela Katjedi
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Started at $51.00 and disappointing outing when 6th last run at Turffontein but will try to take advantage of the draw. First appearance for a new trainer. Not ready for this level.
Last Starts 46 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/6 | 27/06/2026 | - | 2Y JUV | $133,005.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Kobeli Lihaba | 55kg | - | - | 1 |
| 90.53L | $101.00 |
| 10/10 | 14/06/2026 | - | Flat | $109,269.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | GOOD | Mickaelle Michel | 56kg | - | - | 7 |
| 9.98L | $71.00 |
Jockey: Divesh Ramkhalawon
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Started at $101.00 and was ordinary when 6th last run at Turffontein. Yet to fire this preparation with no placings from 6 runs. D Ramkhalawon provides some weight relief. Very unlikely.
Last Starts 32 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9 | 11/07/2026 | - | 2YF MDN JUV | $99,748.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Kobeli Lihaba | 60kg | - | - | 2 |
| 10.29L | $151.00 |
| 7/9 | 26/05/2026 | - | Flat | $99,748.00 | Vaal | 1000m | GOOD | Mxolisi Mbuto | 58.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 9.56L | $126.00 |
| 5/5 | 30/04/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | GOOD | Rachel Venniker | 58.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 20.12L | $26.00 |
| 4/7 | 26/03/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Vaal | 1000m | GOOD | Kobeli Lihaba | 60kg | - | - | 5 |
| 0.46L | $51.00 |
| 8/8 | 26/02/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | GOOD | Mxolisi Mbuto | 58.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 0.69L | $26.00 |
| 7/9 | 29/01/2026 | - | Fillies | $114,008.00 | Vaal | 1000m | GOOD | Mxolisi Mbuto | 57.5kg | - | - | 9 |
| 9.6L | $41.00 |
Jockey: Jason Gates
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Odds of $29.00 and was nothing special when 8th last run at the track but having second race start. Likely to get back in the field. Looks highly doubtful.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/9 | 23/07/2026 | - | F&M MDN | $104,510.00 | Vaal | 1000m | GOOD | Vusumzi Sithetho | 57.5kg | - | - | 9 |
| 21.49L | $41.00 |
Jockey: K De Melo
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
First run back from a break. At $2.38 ordinary performance when 7th last start at this track. Is capable of a resurgence. Should muster plenty of early toe. Will go close here.
Last Starts 76 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 | 28/05/2026 | - | JUV FILLIES | $114,008.00 | Vaal | 1199m | GOOD | K De Melo | 55kg | - | - | 4 |
| 14.22L | $2.70 |
| 2/8 | 26/02/2026 | - | Flat | $114,008.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | GOOD | K De Melo | 60kg | - | - | 1 |
| 0.23L | $2.35 |
Jockey: Callan Murray
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
3yo debutant sired by Rafeef for Mike Kock & Mathew De Kock. Watch early betting.