Vaal Race 5 - Tab Casino Fm 92 Divided Hcp (F & M)
ONETWOBUCKLEMYSHOE (3) First up today. In the money when 2nd last start at Turffontein and solid career start. Genuine threat. FLYING WORLD (6) Ran 5th last run at Turffontein. Looking for an improved run. Serious player. ART NOUVEAU (2) Nice run when 3rd last time at Turffontein. Must respect. TOP SHELF TEDDY (4) Not competitive when 6th last run at this track but suited by the weight drop. Strong chance.

Jockey: S Choi
Weight: 64kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished last first-up in an Open at Turffontein Inside, beaten over 18 lengths after being unwanted in the market, so the recent form is a major concern. The run prior was stronger company, a G2 FM Open at Greyville, but she was still second last at big odds. Her record at this track and around 1800m is clearly better than that, and barrier one with the claim helps, but she must turn her form around sharply.
Last Starts 25 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10 | 03/10/2026 | 69 | OPEN | $11,810.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 58kg | 1:52.33 | - | 9 |
| 18.3L | $101.00 |
| 11/12 | 26/07/2026 | 36 | G2 OPEN FM | $42,960.00 | Greyville | 2000m | Good | Calvin Habib | 56kg | 2:05.63 | - | 8 |
| 5.7L | $101.00 |
| 2/8 | 20/06/2026 | 363 | OPEN | $14,180.00 | Greyville | 1900m | Neutral | Craig Zackey | 60kg | 1:54.92 | - | 4 |
| 2.4L | $9.00 |
| 4/6 | 22/06/2025 | 29 | OPEN | $13,900.00 | Greyville | 1900m | Neutral | Gavin Lerena | 60kg | 1:55.58 | - | 1 |
| 1.5L | $2.40 |
| 6/13 | 24/05/2025 | 21 | G2 OPEN FM | $42,120.00 | Greyville | 2000m | Good | Calvin Habib | 54kg | 2:04.51 | - | 2 |
| 3.4L | $11.00 |
| 2/13 | 03/05/2025 | 35 | OPEN FM | $16,850.00 | Greyville | 2000m | Good Soft | Calvin Habib | 60kg | 2:05.80 | - | 2 |
| 1.1L | $13.50 |
| 4/11 | 29/03/2025 | 28 | G2 OPEN F 3 | $65,450.00 | Turffontein | 2450m | Soft | Calvin Habib | 60kg | 2:41.65 | - | 7 |
| 2.5L | $51.00 |
| 9/11 | 01/03/2025 | 39 | G1 OPEN | $107,390.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | Good Soft | Chase Maujean | 60kg | 1:54.71 | - | 2 |
| 29.8L | $101.00 |
| 1/8 | 21/01/2025 | 21 | RBH87 FM | $11,550.00 | Vaal | 2000m | Good | Gavin Lerena | 55kg | 2:03.08 | - | 2 |
| 2.9L | $2.10 |
| 2/9 | 31/12/2024 | 19 | RBH89 FM | $11,470.00 | Vaal | 1800m | Good | J Penny | 53kg | 1:51.30 | - | 1 |
| 1.8L | $6.50 |
| 2/8 | 12/12/2024 | 61 | RBH80 FM | $11,470.00 | Vaal | 2000m | Good | Gavin Lerena | 57.5kg | 2:03.08 | - | 1 |
| 3.0L | $1.91 |

Jockey: Kabelo Matsunyane
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Comes through strong recent form, finishing third in a FM BM91 over 2000m at Turffontein Inside, beaten three lengths after firming from a bigger opening quote. She had won at this track the start prior, beating Cartagena by just over a length as favourite. The 1800m is a small query despite her prior track-and-trip success, but the winning rider returns and she looks the horse they have to beat.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/9 | 15/10/2026 | 42 | BM91 FM | $9,620.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 56.5kg | 2:06.03 | - | 9 |
| 3.0L | $7.50 |
| 1/5 | 03/09/2026 | 5 | BM86 FM | $9,450.00 | Vaal | 2000m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 57.5kg | 2:07.86 | - | 4 |
| 1.1L | $2.40 |
| 4/8 | 29/08/2026 | 30 | BM84 | $10,310.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 58.5kg | 2:08.94 | - | 1 |
| 2.7L | $3.80 |
| 1/9 | 30/07/2026 | 9 | BM87 FM | $9,450.00 | Vaal | 2000m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 55.5kg | 2:04.48 | - | 3 |
| 0.8L | $4.30 |
| 2/9 | 21/07/2026 | 12 | BM74 | $8,590.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | Good | Rachel Venniker | 60.5kg | 2:05.95 | - | 5 |
| 1.0L | $5.50 |
| 6/12 | 09/07/2026 | 44 | BM82 FM | $8,590.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | Good | Calvin Habib | 58.5kg | 1:52.36 | - | 8 |
| 2.4L | $21.00 |
| 9/10 | 26/05/2026 | 37 | BM84 | $10,110.00 | Vaal | 1800m | Good | Mxolisi Mbuto | 56.5kg | 1:49.40 | - | 7 |
| 5.0L | $34.00 |
| 2/8 | 19/04/2026 | 29 | BM93 FM | $11,370.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | Y | Mxolisi Mbuto | 52kg | 2:08.89 | - | 7 |
| 1.8L | $9.00 |
| 6/7 | 21/03/2026 | 16 | BM90 FM | $10,740.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | Good | Keagan De Melo | 56kg | 1:40.14 | - | 7 |
| 3.5L | $5.50 |
| 6/8 | 05/03/2026 | 28 | BM92 FM | $11,370.00 | Vaal | 1800m | Soft | Gavin Lerena | 55kg | 1:53.05 | - | 4 |
| 4.9L | $6.00 |
| 5/8 | 05/02/2026 | 14 | HCP FM | $11,373.00 | Vaal | 1800m | Good | Calvin Habib | 56kg | 1:50.79 | - | 7 |
| 2.9L | $7.00 |

Jockey: Tristan Godden
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a four-month break after closing last preparation with a close second in a FM BM95 over 1600m at Turffontein Inside, beaten just under a length as a heavily backed favourite. She is lightly raced, with a win and two placings from four starts, and that gives her upside against more exposed rivals. The 1800m is new territory, so she profiles as a genuine place hope rather than one to take on trust.
Last Starts 104 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 | 16/07/2026 | 19 | BM95 FM | $9,450.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | Good | Muzi Yeni | 52kg | 1:37.97 | - | 1 |
| 0.8L | $2.80 |
| 7/10 | 27/06/2026 | 254 | NOV | $8,590.00 | Turffontein | 1400m | Good | Rachel Venniker | 55.5kg | 1:23.58 | - | 3 |
| 4.0L | $17.00 |
| 1/8 | 16/10/2025 | 18 | MPLTE | $8,846.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | Good | Serino Moodley | 55kg | 1:43.11 | - | 7 |
| 3.1L | $1.50 |
| 2/10 | 28/09/2025 | - | MPLTE F 3 | $8,425.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | Good | Serino Moodley | 60kg | 1:31.13 | - | 3 |
| 0.1L | $2.25 |

Jockey: Craig Zackey
Weight: 54.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Made only a modest return when sixth over 1600m at this track, beaten four and a half lengths as an outside chance in betting. Her previous sixth at Turffontein Standside was better than it reads, beaten just under three lengths in a small BM80 field. The weight relief is useful and she has won around 1800m, but she still looks an each-way hope who requires the race to fall her way.
Last Starts 27 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9 | 01/10/2026 | 88 | BM82 FM | $9,620.00 | Vaal | 1600m | Good | Craig Zackey | 60kg | 1:35.01 | - | 9 |
| 4.7L | $15.00 |
| 6/6 | 05/07/2026 | 45 | BM80 | $9,880.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 60.5kg | 1:39.80 | - | 6 |
| 2.9L | $17.00 |
| 1/9 | 21/05/2026 | 68 | BM78 FM | $8,420.00 | Vaal | 1600m | Good | Serino Moodley | 59kg | 1:35.85 | - | 3 |
| 0.2L | $7.00 |
| 11/14 | 14/03/2026 | 23 | OPEN F 3 | $12,640.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | Good | Richard Fourie | 58.5kg | 2:03.78 | - | 11 |
| 19.3L | $26.00 |
| 4/13 | 19/02/2026 | 26 | BM78 FM | $8,850.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | Good | Craig Zackey | 56.5kg | 2:06.22 | - | 10 |
| 6.8L | $9.00 |
| 5/9 | 24/01/2026 | 23 | OPEN | $9,267.00 | Vaal | 2400m | Good | Craig Zackey | 56kg | 2:30.91 | - | 7 |
| 3.0L | $4.30 |
| 5/9 | 01/01/2026 | 51 | RBH74 FM | $8,850.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | Good | Craig Zackey | 58kg | 1:53.52 | - | 6 |
| 4.1L | $5.50 |
| 1/7 | 11/11/2025 | 31 | MPLTE FM | $8,846.00 | Vaal | 1700m | Good | Craig Zackey | 58kg | 1:45.33 | - | 3 |
| 2.0L | $5.50 |
| 5/9 | 11/10/2025 | 84 | MPLTE FM | $8,003.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | Good | Craig Zackey | 58kg | 1:29.77 | - | 4 |
| 1.6L | $6.00 |
| 3/7 | 19/07/2025 | 63 | MPLTE F 2 | $8,850.00 | Turffontein | 1400m | Good | Callan Murray | 60kg | 1:25.51 | - | 4 |
| 2.5L | $6.50 |
| 7/11 | 17/05/2025 | - | PLATE 2 | $7,580.00 | Turffontein | 1160m | Good | Luyolo Mxothwa | 60kg | 1:08.30 | - | 5 |
| 11.8L | $9.00 |

Jockey: A Mosaheb
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Has been last at both runs this campaign, finishing well held in a BM84 at Turffontein Inside after being big odds. She was also beaten over 12 lengths at this track the run prior in a FM BM90, with no clear excuse in the form. The class drop, claim and third-up fitness are positives on paper, but her recent figures are well short of the main chances.
Last Starts 18 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/9 | 10/10/2026 | 44 | BM84 | $10,500.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | Good | Kyle Strydom | 57.5kg | 1:52.98 | - | 6 |
| 26.2L | $67.00 |
| 9/9 | 27/08/2026 | 166 | BM90 FM | $9,450.00 | Vaal | 1450m | Good | Kyle Strydom | 55.5kg | 1:27.91 | - | 7 |
| 11.5L | $67.00 |
| 14/14 | 14/03/2026 | 35 | OPEN F 3 | $12,640.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 58.5kg | 2:03.78 | - | 9 |
| 26.5L | $67.00 |
| 14/14 | 07/02/2026 | 37 | G2 OPEN F 3 | $63,184.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 60kg | 1:37.44 | - | 6 |
| 38.5L | $51.00 |
| 5/7 | 01/01/2026 | 98 | RBH80 FM | $9,480.00 | Turffontein | 1400m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 56kg | 1:26.85 | - | 7 |
| 9.0L | $26.00 |
| 1/13 | 25/09/2025 | 19 | MPLTE | $8,846.00 | Vaal | 1600m | Soft | Kabelo Matsunyane | 54kg | 1:40.74 | - | 9 |
| 0.3L | $4.50 |
| 3/7 | 06/09/2025 | 20 | MPLATE FM | $8,000.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | Good | Serino Moodley | 56kg | 1:53.37 | - | 7 |
| 3.2L | $26.00 |
| 5/9 | 17/08/2025 | - | MPLATE F 3 | $8,420.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | Good | Serino Moodley | 60kg | 1:40.43 | - | 8 |
| 8.1L | $21.00 |

Jockey: Mickaelle Michel
Weight: 53kgs
Stats
Comments
Was below her best when fifth in the same FM BM91 won by Future Date, beaten six and a half lengths, although the market again gave her respect. Two back she was far better at this track, winning a FM BM71 by just under three lengths from Xtatic. She has already won around 1800m and brings a sound recent profile, so a return to this venue gives her a clear winning chance.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/9 | 15/10/2026 | 35 | BM91 FM | $9,620.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | Good | Craig Zackey | 53.5kg | 2:06.03 | - | 8 |
| 6.8L | $7.00 |
| 1/8 | 10/09/2026 | 51 | BM71 FM | $8,590.00 | Vaal | 1700m | Y | Craig Zackey | 60kg | 1:45.58 | - | 1 |
| 2.8L | $7.00 |
| 1/8 | 21/07/2026 | 22 | MPLTE FM | $9,450.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | Good | Keagan De Melo | 60kg | 1:41.41 | - | 3 |
| 1.5L | $3.50 |
| 4/7 | 29/06/2026 | 25 | MPLTE FM | $9,450.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | Good | Keagan De Melo | 60kg | 1:40.46 | - | 4 |
| 2.4L | $8.00 |
| 2/8 | 04/06/2026 | 19 | MPLTE FM | $9,450.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | Good | Keagan De Melo | 60kg | 1:41.34 | - | 5 |
| 0.1L | $4.00 |
| 2/7 | 16/05/2026 | 27 | MPLTE | $9,690.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | Good | Keagan De Melo | 57kg | 1:39.98 | - | 4 |
| 1.5L | $5.00 |
| 7/9 | 19/04/2026 | 122 | MPLTE FM | $8,850.00 | Turffontein | 1400m | Y | Mickaelle Michel | 60kg | 1:27.98 | - | 9 |
| 6.8L | $26.00 |
| 6/7 | 18/12/2025 | 21 | MPLTE FM | $8,003.00 | Vaal | 1500m | Good | Chamu Mabaya | 59kg | 1:31.48 | - | 3 |
| 12.5L | $2.80 |
| 6/11 | 27/11/2025 | 60 | MPLTE FM | $8,846.00 | Turffontein | 1700m | Y | Callan Murray | 58kg | 1:48.25 | - | 7 |
| 11.3L | $4.50 |
| 7/10 | 28/09/2025 | 29 | MPLTE F 3 | $8,425.00 | Turffontein | 1450m | Good | Kaidan Brewer | 60kg | 1:31.13 | - | 9 |
| 3.9L | $11.00 |
| 2/9 | 30/08/2025 | 105 | MPLATE F 3 | $8,420.00 | Vaal | 1450m | Good | K A Brewer | 60kg | 1:28.78 | - | 8 |
| 0.8L | $21.00 |

Jockey: Jason Gates
Weight: 53kgs
Stats
Comments
Was safely held first-up at Turffontein Inside, finishing eighth in the FM BM91 behind Future Date and also behind Art Nouveau and Flying World. Her fourth at Turffontein Standside two back was much better, beaten a length and a half at big odds. With a win and two placings from five starts at this track and distance, she can improve into the placings if she rebounds.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/9 | 15/10/2026 | 68 | BM91 FM | $9,620.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | Good | Malesela Katjedi | 54kg | 2:06.03 | - | 2 |
| 8.6L | $17.00 |
| 4/10 | 08/08/2026 | 9 | BM91 FM | $9,450.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | Good | Chase Maujean | 54kg | 1:39.83 | - | 9 |
| 1.5L | $26.00 |
| 6/9 | 30/07/2026 | 21 | BM87 FM | $9,450.00 | Vaal | 2000m | Good | Craig Zackey | 56.5kg | 2:04.48 | - | 8 |
| 5.8L | $15.00 |
| 6/9 | 09/07/2026 | 49 | BM99 FM | $9,450.00 | Turffontein | 1800m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 52kg | 1:50.24 | - | 2 |
| 5.8L | $9.50 |
| 4/10 | 21/05/2026 | 61 | BM95 FM | $9,270.00 | Vaal | 1600m | Good | Jacey Botes | 50.5kg | 1:34.51 | - | 7 |
| 2.8L | $34.00 |
| 5/7 | 21/03/2026 | 13 | BM90 FM | $10,740.00 | Turffontein | 1600m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 55.5kg | 1:40.14 | - | 5 |
| 2.4L | $9.50 |
| 1/8 | 08/03/2026 | 17 | BM81 FM | $9,270.00 | Greyville | 1600m | Neutral | Serino Moodley | 59kg | 1:36.49 | - | 4 |
| 0.1L | $9.00 |
| 4/7 | 19/02/2026 | 14 | BM96 FM | $11,370.00 | Turffontein | 2000m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 54.5kg | 2:07.02 | - | 1 |
| 4.3L | $6.00 |
| 6/8 | 05/02/2026 | 14 | HCP FM | $11,373.00 | Vaal | 1800m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 55kg | 1:50.79 | - | 5 |
| 3.1L | $13.50 |
| 5/7 | 22/01/2026 | 35 | HCP FM | $11,373.00 | Vaal | 2000m | Good | S'manga Khumalo | 55.5kg | 2:01.47 | - | 5 |
| 5.6L | $6.00 |
| 4/6 | 18/12/2025 | 14 | HCP FM | $11,373.00 | Vaal | 2000m | Good | Kabelo Matsunyane | 54kg | 2:04.26 | - | 2 |
| 3.1L | $8.00 |