Hollywood Racing has three runners carded at Vaal Classic on Thursday 22 January 2026. See what we are expecting here.
Thursday 22 January 2026
Vaal Classic
Race 1 – 12:15
1600m – 4Racing Welcomes You Maiden Plate (F & M)
1 – Kortvandraad
Breeding: Erupt (IRE) – Shira by Captain Al
Trainer: PP & JM Vermeulen
Jockey: Raymond Danielson
Wgt: 60.0kg
Draw: 7 (9 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 7/1
She has an awkward draw of seven but has gate speed to get across without using up too much energy. The daughter of Erupt is holding her condition and she is working well. She should run a good race and with Winning Form-sponsored Jockey Raymond Danielson up, she has a place chance.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:67. Meets number 4 on identical weight terms. Place chance.
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Race 3 – 13:25
2000m – #Youcanbetonus! Maiden Plate
9 – Culturati
Breeding: New Predator (AUS) – Arte by Ideal World (USA)
Trainer: Grant Maroun
Jockey: Malesela Katjedi
Wgt: 58.0kg
Draw: 8 (13 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 50/1
This big horse is doing really well in his work back home. He’s still learning to race and the stable is hoping that he jumps better than in his previous start in order to be closer to the pace. An improved run is expected.
Winning Form Comment: Should enjoy the rise to 2000m. May have more to come.
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Race 5 – 14:35
2000m – Guineas Day 7 February FM 73 Handicap (F & M)
4 – Grace’s Kiss
Breeding: Erik The Red – Kissaway by Gimmethegreenlight (AUS)
Trainer: Alec Laird
Jockey: Calvin Habib
Wgt: 59.0kg
Draw: 5 (11 Runners)
Predicted Betting: 5/2
The filly is in good shape at home and is working well. She steps up in trip to 2000m which is expected to suit judging on the way she’s been finishing off her races. The stable is confident of a top three finish.
Winning Form Comment: Best MR:83. Progressive filly. Finished close-up in latest and the form line has been franked.