The Hollywood Syndicate has ten runners carded at Hollywoodbets Greyville Polytrack on Wednesday 04 October 2023. See what we are expecting here.
Wednesday 04 October 2023
Hollywoodbets Greyville Polytrack
Race 1 – 11:58
1200m – www.tabgold.co.za Maiden Plate (3-year-olds)
1 – Phutulicious
Breeding: Fire Away (USA) – Centimes (GB) by Shamardal (USA)
Trainer: Alyson Wright
Jockey: Athandiwe Mgudlwa
Wgt: 60.0kg
Draw: 1 (8 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 7/1
He debuts against his own age group from pole position with Sporting Post sponsored jockey Athandiwe Mgudlwa in the irons. This is a good opportunity to get him out and started as he is expected to be green and should come on for the run.
Winning Form Comment: Brother to:EURO CENT6g(14: 3, 4). *Fire Away gelding(Cost R400000).
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Race 2 – 12:33
1200m – Catch KZN Racing Via Live Streaming on www.galloptv.co.za MR 65 Handicap
7 – Purple Powahouse
Breeding: What A Winter – Clarion Call by Kabool (GB)
Trainer: Alyson Wright
Jockey: Gavin Lerena
Wgt: 59.5kg
Draw: 7 (8 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 5/2
He returns from a break, jumping from a wide draw. He is fit and well heading into the contest and Gavin Lerena rides. He is expected to be more competitive in this class and could run into the money.
Winning Form Comment: Rested 11 wks. Best MR:77. Finished behind number 8 in latest. Chance on prior form.
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Race 2 – 12:33
1200m – Catch KZN Racing Via Live Streaming on www.galloptv.co.za MR 65 Handicap
8 – Phaka Imali
Breeding: Var (USA) – Endearment (AUS) by Hussonet (USA)
Trainer: Gary Rich
Jockey: Richard Fourie
Wgt: 57.5kg
Draw: 8 (8 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 16/10
He returns from a rest, but is doing well at home. Winning Form sponsored jockey Richard Fourie retains the ride, but jumps from a wide draw. If not in need of the run, he is expected to be in the finish.
Winning Form Comment: Rested 11 wks. Best MR:67. Has claims on good recent form over this C&D. Strong chance.
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Race 4 – 13:40
1200m – TABGold Score6 Score10 MR 98 Handicap
8 – Black Egret
Breeding: Rafeef (AUS) – Water Bird by Silvano (GER)
Trainer: Clinton Binda
Jockey: Richard Fourie
Wgt: 56.5kg
Draw: 8 (9 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 3/1
He tackles a stronger field than he has met previously and has a wide draw to overcome. However, his Highveld form looks strong and Winning Form sponsored jockey Richard Fourie retains the ride. The stable is hoping for a top three finish.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:91. Brings impressive Highveld form lines and has strong claims.
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Race 6 – 14:55
1000m – www.sajockeyacademy.com MR 76 Handicap
5 – Dontshootthebarman
Breeding: Visionaire (USA) – Aquila Jet by Jet Master
Trainer: Clinton Binda
Jockey: Calvin Habib
Wgt: 59.5kg
Draw: 5 (10 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 2/1
A course and distance winner, the gelding is holding his form and the stable are happy with him at home. He ran second here on the turf 10 days ago, and that short turnaround is the only concern. The stable is expecting a big run.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:79. Is 1.5kgs better off at the weights with number 4 on latest. Respect.
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Race 7 – 15:30
1800m – Gold Circle Racing Youtube Channel MR 65 Handicap
2 – Fish Eagle
Breeding: Rafeef (AUS) – Fish River (AUS) by Canford Cliffs (IRE)
Trainer: Clinton Binda
Jockey: Richard Fourie
Wgt: 57.5kg
Draw: 2 (11 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 4/1
He drops in grade and goes up in trip, trying 1800m. Winning Form sponsored jockey Richard Fourie takes the ride and he jumps from a good draw. The stable is expecting an improved performance, a good each-way chance.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:78. The form of his last race has been franked. May be suited to 1800m.
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Race 7 – 15:30
1800m – Gold Circle Racing Youtube Channel MR 65 Handicap
3 – Thunder Masala – SCRATCHED (Lame Near Fore)
Breeding: Global View (USA) – Scented Ash by Ashaawes (USA)
Trainer: Garth Puller
Jockey: Tristan Godden
Wgt: 57.5kg
Draw: 3 (11 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 5/2
A course winner, he is doing well at home and should enjoy the extra distance. He jumps from a good draw, and if he reproduces his last start, he should be involved in the finish.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:72. Finished close-up in latest and the form line has been franked. Can threaten.
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Race 8 – 16:03
1400m – Greyville Convention Centre FM 75 Handicap (F & M)
7 – Kingsmeads Krystl
Breeding: Visionaire (USA) – Berlinetta by Jet Master
Trainer: Gareth van Zyl
Jockey: Athandiwe Mgudlwa
Wgt: 55.0kg
Draw: 7 (12 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 10/1
She returns from a rest with Sporting Post-sponsored Jockey Athandiwe Mgudlwa in the saddle. She is slightly better drawn than in her previous five starts, and hopefully she can get into a better position in the race. She is doing well at home and could finish in the money.
Winning Form Comment: Rested 10 wks. Best MR:81. Has won twice over this C&D. Chance if fit and well.
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Race 8 – 16:03
1400m – Greyville Convention Centre FM 75 Handicap (F & M)
10 – Jade’s Caberneigh
Breeding: Gimmethegreenlight (AUS) – Jade Vine by Argonaut
Trainer: Peter Muscutt
Jockey: Tristan Godden
Wgt: 53.5kg
Draw: 10 (12 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 20/1
She tries 1400m for the first time, but jumps from a poor draw. The stable think she will enjoy the extra distance and intend to ride her from off the pace and hopefully see her run on up the straight. Improvement expected.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:67. Moderate latest with ear-muffs. Is trying further and can improve.
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Race 8 – 16:03
1400m – Greyville Convention Centre FM 75 Handicap (F & M)
12 – Hugsandhighfives
Breeding: Master Of My Fate – Forest Lecture by Lecture (USA)
Trainer: Garth Puller
Jockey: Richard Fourie
Wgt: 58.5kg
Draw: 12 (12 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 4/1
Winning Form sponsored jockey Richard Fourie stays with her from the widest draw. The stable believe Fourie knows her well and will give her a chance in the race in order that she can run on up the straight. With luck in running, she has a winning chance.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:75. Tried hard in latest when beaten a short-head. Likes this course and can go close.