Hollywood Racing has eleven runners carded at Hollywoodbets Scottsville on Sunday, 27 April 2025. See what we are expecting here.
Sunday, 27 April 2025
Hollywoodbets Scottsville
Race 2 – 13:05
1000m – Gallop TV Youtube Channel Class 4 (F & M)
7 – Icy Eleanor
Breeding: What A Winter – Dame Eleanor (AUS) by New Approach (IRE)
Trainer: Peter Muscutt
Jockey: Sean Veale
Wgt: 60.0kg
Draw: 7 (8 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 10/1
She returns from a lengthy 51-week break. She’s likely to need the run and she may be short of one gallop. The daughter of What A Winter will come on from the run and this outing will bring her on nicely. Her work has been solid, and we’re expecting a pleasing return to the races.
Winning Form Comment: Rested 51 wks. Narrow debut winner. Would have strengthened up nicely during the break.
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Race 4 – 14:15
1100m – In Full Flight Handicap (Listed)
1 – Isivivane
Breeding: Erupt (IRE) – Rodeo Sioux by Casey Tibbs (IRE)
Trainer: Peter Muscutt
Jockey: Sean Veale
Wgt: 52.0kg
Draw: 1 (14 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 7/1
He won a good race in his comeback run after 50 weeks off the track. The son of Erupt has done everything that the stable has asked him to do. There’s a question mark on what his ideal distance is however, and it’s logical to stick to sprints for the time-being. Although he has work to do at the weights, he’s progressive and under the radar. We’re expecting a positive effort in a competitive field.
Winning Form Comment: 2nd run after rest. Gelded 2024.06. Won after a lengthy break and hat-trick is on the cards.
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Race 4 – 14:15
1100m – In Full Flight Handicap (Listed)
9 – Luhamba Phambili
Breeding: Danon Platina (JPN) – Simply Royal by Silvano (GER)
Trainer: Gareth van Zyl
Jockey: S’manga Khumalo
Wgt: 56.0kg
Draw: 9 (14 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 7/1
He’s going to have to bring his best as this is not an easy race for a three-year old. He’s looking good and is a fit horse heading into this contest. S’manga Khumalo is booked to ride and we’re hoping to see him finish in the money.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:104. Quick out the gates. Finished second in only attempt over this distance.
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Race 4 – 14:15
1100m – In Full Flight Handicap (Listed)
10 – Hithemhardsunshine
Breeding: What A Winter – Agra by Trippi (USA)
Trainer: Alyson Wright
Jockey: Calvin Habib
Wgt: 59.0kg
Draw: 10 (14 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 20/1
He returns from a 15-week break due to there being a lack of suitable races for him. The son of What A Winter is fit and well heading into this race. SplashOut-sponsored jockey Calvin Habib rides and we’re hoping for a positive return to the races.
Winning Form Comment: Rested 15 wks. Best MR:108. Finished third in this race last year. Place chance if fit.
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Race 6 – 15:25
1100m – Tote Godolphin Barb Stakes (Grade 3)
1 – I’m A Fireball
Breeding: Vercingetorix – Gibraltar Blue (IRE) by Rock Of Gibraltar (IRE)
Trainer: Mike de Kock/Mathew de Kock
Jockey: Sean Veale
Wgt: 60.0kg
Draw: 1 (7 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 5/2
He was an impressive winner on debut over 1000m on this course. He’s doing very well at home; the stable is happy with him and he seems to have made good natural improvement. This is a big test, but we’re excited to see how he goes.
Winning Form Comment: Eye-catching debut triumph. Should be one of the leading contenders.
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Race 7 – 16:05
1200m – Dennis Drier Poinsettia Stakes (Grade 3)
8 – Asiye Phambili
Breeding: What A Winter – Cast A Spell by Rambo Dancer (CAN)
Trainer: Duncan Howells
Jockey: Sean Veale
Wgt: 62.0kg
Draw: 8 (12 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 10/1
She’s having her first run back for Duncan Howells after her successful Cape season. She’s only had one gallop in the lead up and the rain in KZN has interrupted her work programme. The daughter of What A Winter is expected to need the outing, and this will bring her on for the Grade 1 SA Fillies Sprint. She’s a classy mare and she’s capable of finishing in the first four.
Winning Form Comment: Ex Van Zyl G-2025.01.25. Rested 13 wks. Best MR:116. Won this race last year. Respect.
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Race 7 – 16:05
1200m – Dennis Drier Poinsettia Stakes (Grade 3)
11 – Shipholia
Breeding: William Longsword – Sea Glitter (USA) by Holy Bull (USA)
Trainer: Gareth van Zyl
Jockey: S’manga Khumalo
Wgt: 57.0kg
Draw: 11 (12 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 5/1
She had an interrupted preparation for her last start and has come on from the outing. This is a competitive field with numerous horses having decent winning chances. If all goes according to plan, she may be the one that represents decent value and can go close.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:105. Her good second behind William Robertson stands out. Watch.
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Race 8 – 16:40
1400m – Hollywoodbets Bright Future Class 3
9 – Bowie
Breeding: Twice Over (GB) – Super Model by National Assembly (CAN)
Trainer: Gareth van Zyl
Jockey: S’manga Khumalo +0.5kg
Wgt: 53.5kg
Draw: 9 (15 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 14/1
He’s been a problem child at the starting stalls in recent times. The stable has schooled him at home, and he’s had no issues loading. His work has been good and if behaving himself, we’re hoping to see him finish in the money.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:99. Is 2kgs better off at the weights with number 8 on latest.
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Race 8 – 16:40
1400m – Hollywoodbets Bright Future Class 3
11 – King Of Spin
Breeding: Canford Cliffs (IRE) – Allegoria (IRE) by Spectrum (IRE)
Trainer: Stuart Ferrie
Jockey: Sean Veale
Wgt: 56.0kg
Draw: 11 (15 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 4/1
He was unlucky not to have won last time as he never got a clear run at a crucial stage in the race. He’s drawn wide in barrier 11 which is an obvious concern. Hollywood Racing-retained Jockey Sean Veale rides and with luck in running, he should be competitive.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:88. Meets number 13 on identical weight terms. Include.
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Race 8 – 16:40
1400m – Hollywoodbets Bright Future Class 3
14 – Tyrconnell
Breeding: The United States (IRE) – Carraig Aonair (IRE) by Fastnet Rock (AUS)
Trainer: Mike de Kock/Mathew de Kock
Jockey: JP van der Merwe
Wgt: 55.0kg
Draw: 14 (15 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 10/1
He has very good consistent form lines to his name and he finished off his last race well. Unfortunately, he has a terrible draw of 14 to overcome. JP van der Merwe is booked to ride and with luck in running, he should be right there at the finish.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:86. Finished well in latest. Chance with luck in running.
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Race 8 – 16:40
1400m – Hollywoodbets Bright Future Class 3
15 – Tirpitz
Breeding: Silvano (GER) – Exotic (IRE) by Galileo (IRE)
Trainer: Gary Rich
Jockey: Siyanda Sosibo
Wgt: 55.5kg
Draw: 15 (15 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 10/1
He won his first start for the Gary Rich stable very well. The son of Silvano is unfortunately drawn poorly in barrier 15. He’s been doing well at home and the yard is happy with him. With a bit of luck in running, he can finish in the money.
Winning Form Comment: Ex Greeff A C-2024.10.04. 2nd run after rest. Best MR:89. Improved for Rich camp. Consider.