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Royal Victory: A Tale of Courage, Compassion and Healing “In the quiet moments spent with a horse, we can find our centre, ground ourselves, and tap into the healing power of their presence.” –…

From Chaos to Reform: What is SA Racing’s Path Forward? Above: Greyville Crowd (Pic: Sporting Post) WhatsApp forums, e-mails and racing websites have been abuzz since last Saturday’s TC02 testing fiasco at Hollywoodbets Greyville.…

The TC02 Testing Conundrum The South African racing industry is divided in leadership, opinions, and future vision, but there are two fundamental aspects that garner widespread agreement: the protection of the thoroughbred racehorse and…

Celebrating the Legends of Colorado King, Senor Santa, and Igugu Saturday’s The Championships Finale at Turffontein marks the culmination of the 2024 The Championship Season on the Highveld, featuring Grade 2 races named after…

Transforming Racing – James Maree’s Legacy in Rider Development Above: James Maree with an aspirant work rider, and the ‘Plastic Horse’. James Maree, at 78 years of age, is as passionate about his Thoroughbred…

Above: Dylan Cunha (left) and fans in Ireland. Is that, Sir Dylan? SA trainer’s tale of unexpected acclaim Here’s a ‘South African walks into a bar’ story you haven’t heard. It’s real, not a…

Expect the Unexpected – Part 2Racing personalities share stories of surprise and humour Read Part 1, here. Above: Mark van Deventer We kick off Part 2 with a contribution from Cape-based racing scribe Mark…

Expect the UnexpectedRacing personalities share stories of surprise and humour PART 1 This week, some of our prominent racing industry personalities share random, unusual experiences from their careers in an industry from which it…

Above: Hot team: Kelly Mitchley (right), with Kyle Paddock and S’Manga Khumalo (photo: Pauline Herman) On the Fast Track: Kelly Mitchley’s rapid rise to prominence In the world of thoroughbred racehorse trainers, where experience…

Wheelchair Warriors: RamCat Fish brings joy to the disabled “The most terrible poverty is loneliness, and the feeling of being unloved.” – Mother Teresa. On 31 March, a group of men – perhaps also…

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