The Griffin - Andrew Hawkins Durban July Article

Some interesting thoughts from a renowned blogger m.scmp.com/sport/racing/article/1987588/...gs-best-kept-secrets

I think it would be unanimous with all the clanners that it's time for Gold Circle to extend an invitation to BOB to come and experience the Durban July and other attractions as per the above.
Hope Scotia will give leave of course.

I agree, whilst I do not know of the guy who got the freebie, I am sure Bob is far more deserving of the invite.

There are no girls in the 13th race photo! . But the girls started entering this race about eight years ago. You know, its true, racing has definitely changed.

I get invited, but much prefer to watch racing in my underpants

I see Andrew wouldnt play u10 cricket on the greyville track

'In terms of width, though, it is tighter than Happy Valley and it seems extraordinary that 18 horses are allowed to run in the July, and it is no wonder that now the race seems to be more about who has the most luck rather than the best horse on the day.

The condition of the turf track also leaves a lot to be desired, too. Walking the track on the Thursday beforehand, it brought back memories of some of the tracks in country New South Wales where they would only race once or twice a year. It was quite patchy, and it is unlikely they would get away with playing under-10s cricket on the surface'.

Why does it take outsiders to say it like it is?

Had my smallest bet on the July since I was a kid,and saved me plenty.