Turffontein Race 4 - Racing Today Maiden Plate (F & M)
TANA MAREE (2) resumed from a spell last start and finished second of eight over 1000m at this track when well supported. The extra 200m in trip should suit and she looks well placed to take this race out. HEAVYLIESTHECROWN (8) is a filly by Rafeef from the stakes-winner Princess Ofthe Sky on debut. Has an inside draw so she get a soft trip in the running and is well worth considering. GIMME A STORM (1) was out of the money two runs back then last start over 1160m at Turffontein Standside, finished a close-up fifth of 10 when well supported. Rates well as an each-way chance. BLUE QUARTZ (5) finished fourth of 10 at Turffontein Standside over 1160m last start when resuming from a spell. Racing in a fitter state can place. Include in combinations.
Jockey: S Veale
Weight: 60kgs
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At the latest run 5th of 10 at Turffontein Standside on March 1 over 1160m, 1.75 len behind Tokyo Medaglia carrying 57.5kg at $5.50. The run before that second last of 7 at Turffontein Standside on January 26 over 1400m, 12 len behind Great Notion carrying 56kg at $2.80. Big chance after a respectable effort last time out.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/10 | 01/03/2025 | 34 | Flat,MDN | $10,310.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Gavin Lerena | 57.5kg | 1:09.16 | - | 1 |
| 1.75L | $7.00 |
| 6/7 | 26/01/2025 | 20 | Flat,MDN OPEN | $10,270.00 | Turffontein | 1399m | Good | Gavin Lerena | 56kg | 1:26.17 | - | 3 |
| 12L | $3.00 |
| 4/8 | 06/01/2025 | 16 | F & M | $8,980.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Gavin Lerena | 60kg | 1:11.57 | - | 8 |
| 1.4L | $4.75 |
| 4/15 | 21/12/2024 | 23 | F & M | $8,920.00 | Vaal | 1199m | Good | Gavin Lerena | 60kg | 1:11.15 | - | 12 |
| 2L | $10.00 |
| 4/8 | 28/11/2024 | - | F & M | $8,230.00 | Vaal | 1199m | Good | Savanna Valjalo | 59kg | 1:09.48 | - | 10 |
| 5.75L | $6.50 |
Jockey: Ryan Munger
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Second-up. First-up after 10 months 2nd of 8 at this track on February 13 over 1000m, 1.3 len behind Antonio Gaudi carrying 57.5kg at $3.30. Previously second-up 3rd of 11 at Turffontein Standside on May 4 over 1160m, 2.75 len behind Pointer with 60kg at $4.50. Leading chance with plenty of upside.
Last Starts 42 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 | 13/02/2025 | 285 | Flat,MAIDEN | $10,170.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Craig Zackey | 57.5kg | 0:59.69 | - | 6 |
| 1.25L | $3.50 |
| 3/11 | 04/05/2024 | 17 | F & M | $7,330.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Piere Strydom | 60kg | 1:08.11 | - | 9 |
| 2.75L | $4.80 |
| 6/12 | 17/04/2024 | - | MPLATE | $8,540.00 | Vaal | 1199m | Good | Smanga Khumalo | 57.5kg | 1:09.42 | - | 6 |
| 6.95L | $5.00 |
Jockey: Calvin Habib
Weight: 60kgs
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Resuming after four months in the paddock. Finished off last preparation fourth of 7 at this track November 14 over 1200m, 4 len behind Montana Lights with 59kg at $3.50. Previously first up; ninth of 13 at Vaal October 31 over 1000m, 7 len behind Lady Of Memphis with 59kg at $3.30. Don't underestimate.
Last Starts 133 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/7 | 14/11/2024 | 14 | F & M | $9,100.00 | Turffontein | 1199m | Good | Gavin Lerena | 59kg | 1:14.78 | - | 1 |
| 3.75L | $4.00 |
| 9/13 | 31/10/2024 | 131 | F & M | $7,940.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Craig Zackey | 59kg | 0:58.18 | - | 6 |
| 7.4L | $3.40 |
| 4/6 | 22/06/2024 | 79 | fillies | $8,180.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Smanga Khumalo | 55kg | 0:57.91 | - | 1 |
| 5.75L | $7.50 |
| 5/8 | 04/04/2024 | 47 | Fillies | $8,140.00 | Vaal | 1199m | Soft | Gavin Lerena | 60kg | 1:11.65 | - | 2 |
| 8.55L | $6.00 |
| 6/10 | 17/02/2024 | - | Fillies | $8,090.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Gavin Lerena | 60kg | 1:09.04 | - | 4 |
| 4.85L | $3.70 |
Jockey: M Yeni
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Second-up. First-up after a year 4th of 10 at Turffontein Standside on March 1 over 1160m, 1.5 len behind Tokyo Medaglia with 57.5kg at $41. Previously second-up 3rd of 9 at Vaal on February 20 2024 over 1200m, 1.5 len behind Great Barrier carrying 57.5kg at $7. Should progress from that first-up run.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/10 | 01/03/2025 | 347 | Flat,MDN | $10,310.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Girish Samo Burthia | 57.5kg | 1:09.16 | - | 2 |
| 1.45L | $31.00 |
| 5/9 | 19/03/2024 | 17 | F & M | $7,570.00 | Vaal | 1699m | Good | Smanga Khumalo | 60kg | 1:46.25 | - | 7 |
| 2.6L | $7.00 |
| 7/13 | 02/03/2024 | 11 | MPLATE | $10,760.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | Good | Trent Mayhew | 56.5kg | 1:40.10 | - | 2 |
| 12.5L | $10.00 |
| 3/9 | 20/02/2024 | 10 | MPLATE | $8,500.00 | Vaal | 1199m | Good | Muzi Yeni | 57.5kg | 1:11.41 | - | 4 |
| 1.55L | $8.00 |
| 4/8 | 10/02/2024 | - | F & M | $7,690.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Siyanda Sosibo | 60kg | 1:09.12 | - | 6 |
| 5.3L | $19.00 |
Jockey: Jason Gates
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
At the latest run 3rd of 10 at Vaal on March 6 over 1000m, 2.75 len behind Omnipotent with 60kg at $9. The race before that 3rd of 10 at Vaal on February 25 over 1000m, 3.5 len behind Lady Of Arc with 60kg at $15. Racing okay but look elsewhere.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/10 | 06/03/2025 | 9 | F & M | $9,020.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Jason Gates | 60kg | 0:57.61 | - | 10 |
| 2.8L | $10.00 |
| 3/10 | 25/02/2025 | 33 | F & M | $8,900.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Jason Gates | 60kg | 0:57.88 | - | 2 |
| 3L | $15.00 |
| 7/9 | 23/01/2025 | 12 | F & M | $8,130.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Tom Lukhele | 60kg | 0:59.02 | - | 3 |
| 5.949999999999999L | $4.50 |
| 6/10 | 11/01/2025 | 14 | F & M | $8,980.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Raymond Danielson | 60kg | 0:59.14 | - | 9 |
| 5.6L | $13.00 |
| 7/10 | 28/12/2024 | 25 | F & M | $8,920.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Raymond Danielson | 60kg | 1:12.08 | - | 3 |
| 4.15L | $19.00 |
| 2/9 | 03/12/2024 | 12 | Flat,MDN OPEN | $8,920.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Tom Lukhele | 57.5kg | 0:58.95 | - | 8 |
| 0.75L | $3.60 |
| 2/11 | 21/11/2024 | 33 | F & M | $8,230.00 | Vaal | 1000m | Good | Anathi Feni | 60kg | 0:57.17 | - | 11 |
| 3L | $9.50 |
| 4/8 | 19/10/2024 | 37 | F & M | $7,940.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Malesela Katjedi | 60kg | 1:00.69 | - | 4 |
| 2.5L | $9.00 |
| 3/6 | 12/09/2024 | 35 | F & M | $6,320.00 | Vaal | 1199m | Good | Goodman Fundile Dadamasi | 60kg | 1:13.91 | - | 2 |
| 5.5L | $17.00 |
| 6/8 | 08/08/2024 | 9 | F & M | $6,320.00 | Vaal | 1199m | Good | Muzi Yeni | 60kg | 1:11.61 | - | 1 |
| 5.7L | $5.00 |
| 4/5 | 30/07/2024 | 17 | MPLATE FM | $6,140.00 | Vaal | 1200m | Good | Tom Lukhele | 60kg | 1:11.30 | - | 3 |
| 3.5L | $13.50 |
Jockey: Kabelo Matsunyane
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Third-up today. Resuming 8th of 13 at Turffontein Standside on February 1 over 1160m, 8 len behind Paul Revere carrying 57.5kg at $126. Last start 7th of 10 at Turffontein Standside on March 1 over 1160m, 4 len behind Tokyo Medaglia with 57.5kg at $67. Hard to recommend.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/10 | 01/03/2025 | 28 | Flat,MDN | $10,310.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Malesela Katjedi | 57.5kg | 1:09.16 | - | 3 |
| 3.75L | $51.00 |
| 8/13 | 01/02/2025 | 88 | Flat | $10,270.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Jarryd Penny | 57.5kg | 1:08.51 | - | 2 |
| 8.149999999999999L | $101.00 |
| 10/15 | 05/11/2024 | 19 | F & M | $9,100.00 | Vaal | 1399m | Good | Marco Vrensburg | 58kg | 1:23.36 | - | 10 |
| 10.4L | $101.00 |
| 7/11 | 17/10/2024 | - | F & M | $7,940.00 | Vaal | 1199m | Good | Marco Vrensburg | 59kg | 1:09.58 | - | 3 |
| 13.8L | $34.00 |
Jockey: S Khumalo
Weight: 60kgs
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By Rafeef out of Princess Ofthe Sky on debut. Purchased for ZAR R 450,000 (Bloodstock South Africa 2023 National Yearling Sale). Expected to have ability.
Jockey: Wesley Marwing
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Raced two times to date. At very long odds at debut, 9th of 13 at Turffontein Standside on December 3 over 1000m, 8 len behind Take Your Place with 60kg at $51. Second-up 7th of 13 at Turffontein Standside on February 1 over 1160m, 7 len behind Paul Revere with 57.5kg at $126. Not going well enough.
Last Starts 54 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/13 | 01/02/2025 | 60 | Flat | $10,270.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Girish Samo Burthia | 57.5kg | 1:08.51 | - | 12 |
| 7.65L | $101.00 |
| 9/13 | 03/12/2024 | - | F & M | $8,920.00 | Turffontein | 1000m | Good | Girish Samo Burthia | 60kg | 0:59.62 | - | 5 |
| 8.3L | $51.00 |
Jockey: Andrew Fortune
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Third race start. First start 6th of 9 at Turffontein Standside on October 26 over 1160m, 10 len behind Kommetjie Storm with 56.5kg at $67. Went for a spell before returning 3rd of 8 at Vaal on January 28 over 1200m, 3 len behind Maverick Queen with 60kg at $13.50. Don't underestimate.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 28/01/2025 | 94 | F & M | $8,980.00 | Vaal | 1199m | Good | Raymond Danielson | 60kg | 1:09.75 | - | 3 |
| 2.8L | $16.00 |
| 6/9 | 26/10/2024 | - | F&M MDN,Flat | $7,940.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Trent Mayhew | 59kg | 1:09.90 | - | 8 |
| 10L | $51.00 |