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Irad Ortiz Jr. is set to ride South African Grade 1 winner BLESS MY STARS in the Pegasus Filly and Mare Turf at Gulfstream Park next Saturday (25 January 2025).
The Team Valor-owned filly, trained by Todd Pletcher, will make only her second start in America after an impressive showing in the Grade 3 Suwannee River Stakes at Gulfstream late last year. The draws for the big day were finalized yesterday, and she drew post position 11.
Hollywoodbets Scottsville race day recap for 19 January 2025.
Interview with Greg Bortz, the Chairman of Cape Racing, who discusses the exciting future of horse racing in South Africa. Greg shares his optimism about the industry’s direction, highlighting transformative changes already underway. He delves into the merger between Cape Racing and Gold Circle to create a unified operator, paving the way for a stronger, more cohesive racing industry.
Last year's Majorca Stakes won by PRINCESS CALLA
The Majorca Stakes, one of the most prestigious Grade 1 Weight-for-Age races specifically for fillies and Mares, has attracted a disappointing 7 runners. However it is a quality group with a lowest merit rating of 104 and just one out of province raider.
Turffontein Race 3 has been cancelled due to 3 late scratchings, leaving a 3 horse field. Field will apply for all exotic bets. All other race times remain as carded.
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The stage is set for the 163rd running of the prestigious Grade 1 Cape Town Met, offering an impressive purse of R5 million. On Saturday, January 25, a field of 17 will thunder down the 2000m stretch at Kenilworth, vying for a place in history.
This year’s renewal promise...