OFF THE RECORD #63
Phil Georgiou’s Dubai World Cup Tours25 Years of Laughter, Racing, and Unforgettable Moments Above: SA On Tour, Let’s Go Travel style! Phil Georgiou of Let’s Go Travel will be hosting a group of South…
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OFF THE RECORD #62
A Smooth Voice and A Steady HandCecil Mthembu reflects on his career in racing Above: The inimitable Cecil Mthembu (photo: JC Photos) Cecil Mthembu’s popularity and respected position in the racing community were evident…
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OFF THE RECORD #61
Herman Brown Jr. Returns to Training Above: Herman Brown Jr, back after a 12-year absence This type of article would typically begin with a phrase like, ‘his father was an illustrious trainer,’ but…
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OFF THE RECORD #60
Storyteller Selwyn Elk Takes the Mic Selwyn Elk has lived and breathed horse racing for most of his adult life. His journey through the sport has had many thrills and unforgettable moments. With a…
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OFF THE RECORD #59
Laurence Wernars’ Streak of Success: From Humble Beginnings to the Winners’ Circle Laurence Wernars has a success story that mirrors the rise of many great business leaders. From a modest, middle-class background, he built…
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OFF THE RECORD #58
SA Racing – Things That May or May Not Happen in 2025! Welcome to the Wacky World of SA Racing! Brace yourself for a rollercoaster ride through the absurd, the outrageous, and the downright…
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OFF THE RECORD #57
Celebrate the Season and the Horses Who Inspire Us The festive season is a time for family, reflection, and gratitude. For those whose families include horses, it’s even more special – an opportunity to…
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OFF THE RECORD #56
Harnessing the Power of Many: The Rise of Racehorse Syndication South Africa is embracing the growing trend of racehorse syndication—a model that has thrived in Australia and the United States by bringing together enthusiasts…
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OFF THE RECORD #55
More Than Just a RacehorseThe WCET’s Role in Transforming Retired Athletes Beyond the glitz of the racetrack lies a lesser-seen chapter of a racehorse’s journey—retirement. Just as a person faces new realities after stepping…
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Off The Record #54
Betway Bonuses Transform Lives of Summer Cup Grooms The R6-million Betway Summer Cup offers substantial rewards to owners, trainers and jockeys, and last year’s brilliant grooms initiative of a R20,000 bonus per groom for…
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