Turffontein Race 3 - Betway Maiden Plate
INSPECTOR JAMES (6) showed good improvement when second over 1000m on the Standside course here last time out. He raced from just off the pace and fought on to the finish. He is a progressive type and will love the rise to 1200m. S'manga Khumalo takes the ride and he can go one better. SUTHERLAND (1) is in a good space and it must be noted that multiple horses from those races have come out and won since. He will be running on strongly and can have the last say this time. TIGER STORM (3) is heading the right way with his form and he should enjoy the step up to 1200m. He has more to offer and should have a say in the outcome of this contest. ANTONIO GAUDI (4) fought on bravely when second over this distance at the Vaal last time. If this run has not come too soon, he should be right in the finish again.
Jockey: Philasande Mxoli
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
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Second run back. Comes off a 60-day let-up. First-up after six months 3rd of 11 at Vaal on July 23 over 1400m, 2.75 len behind Pressonregardless carrying 60kg at $6.50. Previously second-up 2nd of 8 at Vaal on December 28 over 1200m, 2.25 len behind Joker Man with 60kg at $67. Worth consideration.
Last Starts 58 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/11 | 23/07/2024 | 177 | MPLATE | $7,360.00 | Vaal | 1400m | Good | P Mxoli | 60kg | 1:23.76 | - | 7 |
| 2.8L | $6.50 |
| 3/9 | 28/01/2024 | 31 | MPLATE | $10,830.00 | Turffontein | 1400m | Good | Calvin Habib | 59kg | 1:26.48 | - | 3 |
| 2.5L | $11.00 |
| 2/8 | 28/12/2023 | 11 | MPLATE | $8,410.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | K Matsunyane | 60kg | 1:11.35 | - | 2 |
| 2.3L | $67.00 |
| 7/7 | 17/12/2023 | - | MPLATE | $8,410.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | S Sosibo | 58.5kg | 1:08.82 | - | 7 |
| 18.0L | $26.00 |
Jockey: M Yeni
Weight: 60kgs
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First-up. Finished off last preparation when last of 7 at Turffontein Standside February 10 over 1800m, 28 len behind Marauding Horde carrying 60kg at $126. First up last campaign tenth of 14 at Vaal November 28 over 1200m, 13 len behind John Wick carrying 59kg at $67. Looking to others for the winner.
Last Starts 222 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/7 | 10/02/2024 | 28 | MPLATE | $10,920.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | Good | J R Syster | 60kg | 1:53.08 | - | 3 |
| 28.8L | $126.00 |
| 6/8 | 13/01/2024 | 46 | MPLATE | $10,830.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | Good | J R Syster | 59kg | 1:42.35 | - | 6 |
| 18.0L | $101.00 |
| 10/14 | 28/11/2023 | 87 | MPLATE | $6,690.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Goodman Fundile Dadamasi | 59kg | 1:10.94 | - | 10 |
| 13.5L | $67.00 |
| 10/10 | 02/09/2023 | 11 | MPLATE | $6,220.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | Good | Calvin Habib | 57kg | 1:29.12 | - | 6 |
| 99.0L | $126.00 |
| 10/12 | 22/08/2023 | 26 | MPLATE | $6,330.00 | Vaal | 1400m | Good | Calvin Habib | 60kg | 1:24.84 | - | 9 |
| 22.0L | $126.00 |
| 9/11 | 27/07/2023 | - | MPLATE | $6,020.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Dennis Schwarz | 57kg | 1:08.73 | - | 1 |
| 22.5L | $101.00 |
Jockey: G Lerena
Weight: 58kgs
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Going well. At the latest run 2nd of 8 at Vaal on September 5 over 1000m, 1.3 len behind Johnny Appleseed carrying 58kg at $3.50. The race before that 4th of 12 at Turffontein Standside on July 13 over 1000m, 3.5 len behind Tyson The Brave with 57kg at $2.70. Ready to win after a solid performance last time out.
Last Starts 14 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/8 | 05/09/2024 | 54 | MPLATE | $6,320.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Tshepiso Matsoele | 58kg | 0:57.64 | - | 5 |
| 1.3L | $3.50 |
| 4/12 | 13/07/2024 | 39 | MPLATE | $7,360.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Gavin Lerena | 57kg | 0:58.87 | - | 11 |
| 3.5L | $2.70 | |
| 6/12 | 04/06/2024 | - | MPLATE | $7,360.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | S'Manga Khumalo | 57kg | 0:58.18 | - | 4 |
| 4.5L | $5.50 |
Jockey: Calvin Habib
Weight: 58kgs
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Most recently 2nd of 9 at Vaal on September 12 over 1200m, 4.5 len behind Alone Time carrying 58kg at $6.50. The run before that 5th of 9 at Vaal on July 23 over 1100m, 5 len behind Blaze A Way carrying 60kg at $9. Sure to be about the money.
Last Starts 7 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/9 | 12/09/2024 | 51 | MPLATE | $7,590.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | K Matsunyane | 58kg | 1:11.96 | - | 5 |
| 4.3L | $6.50 |
| 5/9 | 23/07/2024 | 12 | PLATE 2 | $7,360.00 | Vaal | 1100m | Good | K Matsunyane | 60kg | 1:04.58 | - | 4 |
| 4.8L | $9.00 |
| 3/6 | 11/07/2024 | 11 | PLATE 2 | $7,360.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | P Mxoli | 60kg | 0:59.19 | - | 2 |
| 4.9L | $7.50 |
| 6/10 | 30/06/2024 | 26 | PLATE 2 | $7,360.00 | Turffontein | 1400m | Good | P Mxoli | 60kg | 1:26.79 | - | 10 |
| 7.3L | $21.00 |
| 6/16 | 04/06/2024 | 19 | PLATE 2 | $7,360.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | P Mxoli | 60kg | 1:11.12 | - | 16 |
| 8.0L | $41.00 |
| 6/7 | 16/05/2024 | - | PLATE 2 | $7,330.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | S'Manga Khumalo | 60kg | 0:57.48 | - | 1 |
| 8.0L | $34.00 |
Jockey: Nirvan Nastili
Weight: 58kgs
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Most recently second last of 7 at this track on August 24 over 1450m, 11 len behind Force De Dieu carrying 57kg at $51. Before that 6th of 8 at Turffontein Standside on August 3 over 1160m, 9 len behind King Of Numbers with 58kg at $11. Cannot be ruled out despite a lacklustre effort last time.
Last Starts 26 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/7 | 24/08/2024 | 21 | MPLATE | $7,590.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | Good | J R Syster | 57kg | 1:29.35 | - | 6 |
| 11.0L | $51.00 |
| 6/8 | 03/08/2024 | 23 | MPLATE | $7,590.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | J R Syster | 58kg | 1:09.06 | - | 5 |
| 9.8L | $11.00 |
| 4/6 | 11/07/2024 | - | PLATE 2 | $7,360.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | J R Syster | 60kg | 0:59.19 | - | 3 |
| 6.9L | $11.00 |
Jockey: S Khumalo
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
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Having third race start. When well in the market at debut, 3rd of 9 at Turffontein Standside on July 27 over 1000m, 4.5 len behind Secret Chord carrying 57kg at $2.80. Last start 2nd in a small field at Turffontein Standside on August 10 over 1000m, 1.5 len behind Karate Kid with 60kg at $3.80. Should be right in the finish.
Last Starts 40 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6 | 10/08/2024 | 14 | MPLATE | $7,590.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Keagan De Melo | 60kg | 0:59.12 | - | 4 |
| 1.5L | $3.80 |
| 3/9 | 27/07/2024 | - | MPLATE | $7,360.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Gavin Lerena | 57kg | 0:58.13 | - | 8 |
| 4.3L | $2.80 |
Jockey: C Maujean
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
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Resumes from a spell after only one run when 9th of 16 at Vaal on June 4 over 1200m, 11 len behind Valieva with 60kg at $4.30. Can go on to better things this campaign.
Last Starts 107 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/16 | 04/06/2024 | - | PLATE 2 | $7,360.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Calvin Habib | 60kg | 1:11.12 | - | 8 |
| 11.0L | $4.30 |