The Hollywood Syndicate has eleven runners carded at Hollywoodbets Greyville Polytrack on Monday, 23 February 2026. See what we are expecting here.
Monday, 23 February 2026
Hollywoodbets Greyville Polytrack
Race 4 – 13:50
1600m – In The Box Seat Podcast C Stakes
1 – El Rey Viene
Breeding: William Longsword – Brave Bid by Qui Danzig (USA)
Trainer: Duncan Howells
Jockey: Sean Veale
Wgt: 60.0kg
Draw: 1 (12 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 5/1
He was a tad disappointing in his last start over 1400m on this course. He is very well in himself and is a sound horse heading into this race. It is a competitive field with numerous horses having decent winning chances. He jumps from pole position and if everything goes according to plan, he can finish in the first four.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:86. Didn’t settle in latest. Runs well over this C&D and can improve.
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Race 4 – 13:50
1600m – In The Box Seat Podcast C Stakes
2 – CheersCheersCheers
Breeding: Hawwaam – Cherry Orchard by Horse Chestnut
Trainer: Gary Rich
Jockey: Siyanda Sosibo
Wgt: 57.0kg
Draw: 2 (12 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 14/1
He shed his maiden tag over 2000m on this course last time. The son of Hawwaam returns from a 17-week break and is having his first run for the stable. He is expected to need the run, and this outing will bring him on for future races.
Winning Form Comment: Ex De Kock MF-2025.10.27. Rested 17 wks. Best MR:79. Narrow maiden winner on this course. First start for Rich camp.
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Race 4 – 13:50
1600m – In The Box Seat Podcast C Stakes
6 – Next Of Kin
Breeding: Canford Cliffs (IRE) – My Friend Lee by Pathfork (USA)
Trainer: Mike and Mathew de Kock
Jockey: Callan Murray
Wgt: 60.0kg
Draw: 6 (12 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 20/1
He has improved since his first run after a rest. The son of Canford Cliffs will need one more outing to bring him to his peak. His work at home has been good and we can expect a much better performance.
Winning Form Comment: 2nd run after rest. Gelded 2025.07.24. Best MR:85. Better than latest. Won maiden on this course and can improve.
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Race 4 – 13:50
1600m – In The Box Seat Podcast C Stakes
9 – Pied Piper
Breeding: Potala Palace – Follow The Piper by Tiger Ridge (USA)
Trainer: Wengesai Masawi
Jockey: *Mxolisi Mbuto -1.5kg
Wgt: 57.0kg
Draw: 9 (12 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 20/1
He is much better than his last start over 1800m on the turf. The son of Potala Palace returns from an 11-week break and he is doing nicely at home. He does have an awkward draw of nine to overcome and with luck in running, we can expect a positive return.
Winning Form Comment: Rested 11 wks. Best MR:80. Better than latest. Was not beaten far in post maiden debut run and can show.
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Race 5 – 14:25
1600m – Live It. Love It. Own It. www.racecoast.co.za Class 5 (F & M)
3 – Peggy Sue Shake
Breeding: Soqrat (AUS) – Scarlet Chill by What A Winter
Trainer: Wengesai Masawi
Jockey: *Mxolisi Mbuto -1.5kg
Wgt: 56.0kg
Draw: 3 (9 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 7/1
She was an easy winner when shedding her maiden tag over this course and distance last time. The daughter of Soqrat has shown improvement since the victory. She does meet a competitive field but jumps from a good draw of three and can finish in the money.
Winning Form Comment: Ex Kannemeyer D-2025.09.26. 3rd run after rest. Best MR:70. Has shown good improvement at Masawi yard. Watch.
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Race 5 – 14:25
1600m – Live It. Love It. Own It. www.racecoast.co.za Class 5 (F & M)
5 – Izibulo
Breeding: Lancaster Bomber (USA) – Talitha Borealis by Ideal World (USA)
Trainer: Garth Puller
Jockey: Sean Veale
Wgt: 63.0kg
Draw: 5 (9 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 4/1
She has won her last two starts over 1400m on this course with ease. The daughter of Lancaster Bomber should have no issues with the rise to 1600m. She is doing well at home, a big run is expected, and we are hoping to see her bring up the hat-trick.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:82. Drew clear of the opposition last time. Hat-trick is on the cards.
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Race 6 – 15:00
1800m – Lucky Fish Power Pick B Stakes
2 – Trois Trois Quatre
Breeding: Rafeef (AUS) – Badger Creek by Ideal World (USA)
Trainer: Siboniso Ngcobo
Jockey: Craig Zackey
Wgt: 58.5kg
Draw: 2 (8 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 7/1
He is better than his last two starts and returns to the polytrack. He gets the blinkers fitted and he has been working exceptionally well with the headgear. Craig Zackey retains the ride, and he can finish in the first four.
Winning Form Comment: Blinkers ON. Best MR:94. Tries blinkers. Can improve.
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Race 6 – 15:00
1800m – Lucky Fish Power Pick B Stakes
5 – Isivivane
Breeding: Erupt (IRE) – Rodeo Sioux by Casey Tibbs (IRE)
Trainer: Peter Muscutt
Jockey: Sean Veale
Wgt: 61.5kg
Draw: 5 (8 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 3/1
He has maintained his fitness since his last run when third in the Non-Black Type umThombothi Stakes. The son of Erupt is in good order heading into this race. Hollywood Racing-retained Jockey Sean Veale knows him well and we can expect another honest performance.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:98. Finished third behind a top sort in latest. Trainer’s only runner today.
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Race 6 – 15:00
1800m – Lucky Fish Power Pick B Stakes
7 – SyX Hotfix
Breeding: Flower Alley (USA) – Kiss For Kate by Jallad (USA)
Trainer: Alyson Wright
Jockey: Calvin Habib
Wgt: 55.5kg
Draw: 7 (8 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 14/1
He is better than his last two starts suggest. The son of Flower Alley is fit and well heading into this race. It is a small but competitive field. SplashOut-sponsored Jockey Calvin Habib rides and he can finish in the money.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:92. Polytrack specialist. Cannot be ignored.
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Race 7 – 15:35
1200m – Online Form Guide www.gallop.co.za Middle Stakes
4 – Thisiswhatitmeans
Breeding: What A Winter – Shufoog (AUS) by Star Witness (AUS)
Trainer: MJ Odendaal
Jockey: Sean Veale
Wgt: 63.5kg
Draw: 4 (9 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 5/1
He is a winner of his last four starts. The son of What A Winter returns from a well-deserved 32-week break. The stable has battled to find suitable races for him. He does carry a big mass of 63.5kgs and he must give weight away to the rest of the field. He is fit, well and ready for this contest. If all goes according to plan, he should be a big runner.
Winning Form Comment: Rested 32 wks. Best MR:101. Narrow top rating. Attractive form before given a 32-week break.
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Race 8 – 16:10
1200m – Join The Social Squad Syndicate Today www.socialsquad.co.za Class 4 (F & M)
5 – Tladi Mothwana
Breeding: Buffalo Bill Cody (IRE) – Lizzie Arden by Right Approach (GB)
Trainer: Wengesai Masawi
Jockey: Sean Veale
Wgt: 61.0kg
Draw: 5 (8 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 3/1
She produced an encouraging first run out of the maidens over 1400m on this course. The daughter of Buffalo Bill Cody drops back to 1200m which will suit her. Hollywood Racing-retained Jockey Sean Veale rides and she has an each way chance.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:90. Meets number 2 on similar weight terms. Has ability and can go close.