Hollywood Racing has nine runners carded at Hollywoodbets Greyville on Saturday, 24 May 2025. See what we are expecting here.
Saturday, 24 May 2025
Hollywoodbets Greyville
Race 4 – 13:20
1800m – Radisson Blu, Durban Umhlanga Class 3
7 – Tobacconist
Breeding: Flower Alley (USA) – La Linea by Dynasty
Trainer: MJ Odendaal
Jockey: Sean Veale
Wgt: 53.5kg
Draw: 7 (14 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 7/1
He won well over 1400m last time which is a distance short of his best. He is doing well at home and he will love the rise to 1800m. The son of Flower Alley carries a handy galloping mass of 53.5kgs and he is a massive runner.
Winning Form Comment: 3rd run after rest. Best MR:83. Found betting support and won in good fashion last time. Respect.
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Race 4 – 13:20
1800m – Radisson Blu, Durban Umhlanga Class 3
10 – Trois Trois Quatre
Breeding: Rafeef (AUS) – Badger Creek by Ideal World (USA)
Trainer: Mike/Mathew de Kock
Jockey: Callan Murray
Wgt: 58.0kg
Draw: 10 (14 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 4/1
He is in good form and the stable are happy with him heading into this race. The drop to 1800m should not be an issue. It is a competitive field and he does have a wide draw to contend with. Callan Murray is booked to ride, and we are hoping for another honest run.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:92. Just won latest. In a good space and should be right there.
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Race 4 – 13:20
1800m – Radisson Blu, Durban Umhlanga Class 3
12 – SyX Hotfix
Breeding: Flower Alley (USA) – Kiss For Kate by Jallad (USA)
Trainer: Alyson Wright
Jockey: Athandiwe Mgudlwa
Wgt: 56.0kg
Draw: 12 (14 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 50/1
He returns from a 21-week break and is back in KwaZulu-Natal. The son of Flower Alley meets a competitive field and he jumps from a wide draw. He is expected to need the run and this outing will bring him on for future races.
Winning Form Comment: Ex Smith GD-2024.12.27. Rested 21 wks. Blinkers OFF. Best MR:92. Watch.
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Race 8 – 15:52
1200m – Berliner Class 3 (F & M)
9 – Patants Heir
Breeding: William Longsword – Cosmic Light by Querari (GER)
Trainer: Gareth van Zyl
Jockey: Sean Veale
Wgt: 57.5kg
Draw: 9 (11 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 10/1
She returns from an 18-week break after spending time at Hollywoodbets Life After Racing in Ashburton. She is in a good space, is working well but may need one run to get to full fitness.
Winning Form Comment: Rested 18 wks. Best MR:90. Returns from a break. Not too consistent but has the form to threaten.
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Race 9 – 16:25
1200m – E-Editions Class 4
2 – Isikwishikwishi
Breeding: Alado (GB) – Varifast by Var (USA)
Trainer: Alyson Wright
Jockey: Sean Veale
Wgt: 60.0kg
Draw: 2 (14 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 10/1
He returns from a 29-week break and is having his first run as a gelding. The son of Alado is doing nicely at home. He is expected to need the run and this outing will bring him on for future races.
Winning Form Comment: Rested 29 wks. Gelded 2024.11.13. Best MR:83. First run as a gelding. Watch.
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Race 9 – 16:25
1200m – E-Editions Class 4
7 – Phutulicious
Breeding: Fire Away (USA) – Centimes (GB) by Shamardal (USA)
Trainer: Alyson Wright
Jockey: Athandiwe Mgudlwa
Wgt: 60.0kg
Draw: 7 (14 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 33/1
He returns from a 15-week break and is back in KwaZulu-Natal. He drops to Class 4 after competing in Class 3 in the Western Cape. His work has been good, and we are hoping to see signs of a form return.
Winning Form Comment: Ex Muscutt PB-2025.02.08. Rested 15 wks. Best MR:85. Back in KwaZulu-Natal. Can show improvement.
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Race 9 – 16:25
1200m – E-Editions Class 4
15 – Wissa’s On Fire
Breeding: Captain Of All – Generous Anna (AUS) by General Nediym (AUS)
Trainer: Gareth van Zyl
Jockey: Tristan Godden
Wgt: 56.5kg
Draw: 4 (14 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 33/1
He has been frustrating in his last two starts at Hollywoodbets Scottsville. There is more to come from him. We are hoping that he gets into the race with a good barrier position. The son of Captain Of All is doing well and we are hoping to see him produce his best.
Winning Form Comment: Gelded 2024.04.24. Best MR:82. Better than last two runs. Could upset.
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Race 10 – 17:00
1200m – Independent Media Class 4 (F & M)
1 – Mia’s Athena
Breeding: Lancaster Bomber (USA) – Tinder Box by Strike Smartly (CAN)
Trainer: Duncan Howells
Jockey: Sean Veale
Wgt: 58.5kg
Draw: 1 (14 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 14/1
She has improved since her encouraging comeback run over 1000m at Hollywoodbets Scottsville. It is a competitive field with numerous horses having decent winning chances. The daughter of Lancaster Bomber jumps from pole position and she can run into the first three.
Winning Form Comment: 2nd run after rest. Best MR:87. Showed signs of needing comeback run after a long-break. Drawn best of all.
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Race 10 – 17:00
1200m – Independent Media Class 4 (F & M)
6 – Lizwile Ilali
Breeding: Lancaster Bomber (USA) – Tonya by Dynasty
Trainer: Michael Roberts
Jockey: Kabelo Matsunyane
Wgt: 58.0kg
Draw: 6 (14 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 20/1
She returns from a 12-week break after having a setback. The daughter of Lancaster Bomber is doing nicely at home and this outing will bring her on for future races. Kabelo Matsunyane is booked to ride, and we are hoping for a positive effort.
Winning Form Comment: Rested 12 wks. Blinkers OFF. Best MR:84. Moderate post maiden form. Likes this C&D and can improve.