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SA horses shine in the States, but challenges persist Above: Isivunguvungu wins the Da Hoss Stakes (photo: TDN) “South African horses are by nature very tough,” enthused trainer Graham Motion after Isivunguvungu had won…

Racing’s Global Perception Crisis: Why Silence Is No Longer an Option Above: Kick Collective’s Vicky Leonard In a world increasingly shaped by social consciousness and activism, fueled by a sensationalist media corps, horseracing finds…

Syndication Offers Open Doors for Newcomers in Horse Ownership All kinds of records tumbled and averages were up at the last three Bloodstock SA live auction sales, with headlines highlighting ‘high prices,’ a ‘powerful…

A Lifelong Commitment to Horses and HumansThe Inspiring Story of Dr Marianne Thomson In honour of Women’s Month, we celebrate the life and achievements of Dr Marianne Thomson, a trailblazer in South African breeding.…

Gimmethegreenlight: Capturing Hearts and Collecting Titles Above: Gimmethegreenlight on his arrival at Varsfontein Stud in 2012 Gimmethegreenlight was a thoroughbred racehorse of extraordinary ability who transformed into a stallion of unparalleled quality. Before reaching…

Top Trainers and Jockeys Gear Up for a Thrilling 2024/5 Racing Season At the start of the 2024/5 racing season, trainers and jockeys are preparing to showcase their talents and gearing up for what…

Freeman Calls for Breeding Innovation as New Stallions Enter Market The 2024 thoroughbred breeding season in South Africa heralds the arrival of eleven new stallions, the highest number in the last 15 years. There…

The Transformation of Grazinginthegrass A Story of Patience and Change Above: Patience has paid dividends with Grazinginthegrass (Photo: Pauline Herman Photography) Grazinginthegrass was a one-time winner from 13 runs in April 2021. After his…

Barend Botes and his ‘Silver Bullet’ SoftwareThe success story of Quid Pro Quo Above: Quid Pro Quo Fashionable pedigrees, associated with top sires and renowned broodmares, are not always the cornerstones of success in…

Racing Legends: Sea Cottage’s Incredible Legacy Lives On Above: Sea Cottage During Durban July weekend, many members of our racing community will raise a toast to the legendary Sea Cottage, who won the great…

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