OFF THE RECORD #53
Jozi’s Crown JewelThe Summer Cup Through the Ages If time machines existed, we’d be able to roll back the years to 1886 for a fascinating experience of Johannesburg as a sprawling, untamed mining camp…
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OFF THE RECORD #52
Betway Summer CupShrewd ante-post punters weigh in on value odds Above: Betway’s Jonathan Blumberg with 4Racing CEO Fundi Sithebe Jonathan Blumberg, head of customer experience at Betway, said that there has been lively participation…
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OFF THE RECORD #51
From South Africa to the WorldThe Story of Victory Moon Above: The incomparable Victory Moon This Saturday, the spotlight turns to the Grade 3 Betway Victory Moon Stakes, an 1800m contest at Turffontein that…
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OFF THE RECORD #50
The Spirit of NovemberRacing with Purpose at the Charity Mile The R1 Million Allied Steelrode OnAMission Grade 2 Charity Mile at Turffontein on Saturday boasts a rich history filled with illustrious winners and captivating…
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OFF THE RECORD #49
Model ManSouth Africa’s First Equine Millionaire Remembered in Sunday’s Mile Above: Model Man in full cry (photo: Ken Wilkins) Sunday’s Model Man Mile at HWB Greyville pays tribute to one of South Africa’s greatest…
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OFF THE RECORD #48
Generosity in ActionRacing Community Steps Up for Riders and Rescued Horses This week brings two uplifting stories from the racing community in Gqeberha. Work riders at Fairview are set to receive brand new riding…
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Envoy looks Regal at Windsor
Regal Envoy hit the bar at Windsor last time out but can go one place better in the Fitzdares Sprint Series Handicap back at that track on Monday. The six-year-old has been in fine…
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Gummy Gummy sticks out at Sha Tin
He Jiong Hong Kong racing returns to Sha Tin on Sunday for an exciting 10-race fixture with highly competitive action expected throughout the day. In-form sprinter Gummy Gummy looks ready to convert consistency into…
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Dave returns to his favourite province
Jack Milner Some horses are said to course suited or distance suited, but remarkably Dave The King appears to be “Province suited”. Last season’s Horse Of The Year, Dave The King, was most disappointing…
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Champions crowned at 2025 Highveld Feature Season Awards
An atmosphere of celebration and excellence filled Turffontein Racecourse on Saturday evening as South Africa’s horseracing community gathered for the prestigious 2025 Highveld Feature Season Awards, hosted by 4Racing. Under the theme “It’s in…
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