Kenilworth Saturday 30 January MET DAY

I think Golden Ducat could win the met this horses last run he was on the canvas but found something to come back and beat Sachdev haven't seen many horses do that in the Cape on Form wise his runs in Durban has been franked many times over with horses either winning or placing I've never seen an 11 horse field for the met or maybe was before my time but it's a travesty only 11 horses running in the Capes most important race.
Sadly Brett Crawford who I always punt whatever horse he runs doesn't have a horse this year hopefully he can pick up something during the day.
Does anyone know what happened to his horse Count Jack?
If Brett is on any panel this week I suggest make notes the man doesn't only give u reliable information on his stable he gives u the real deal with other stables as well

Golden Ducat from belgarion running brave and rainbow Bridge

@ Fargo, try and watch the Andrew Bon GG Gaming Met preview, the thread started by Dave Scott, therein lies the answer as to why there are only 11 runners standing their ground. It is for this reason i think African Night Sky will be the surprise pacemaker.

Golden Ducat, recently Sands was on record saying how big (as in beast) this horse has become since filling out, must have as good a chance as any of winning.

Race 2 : Starboard is becoming costly to follow for me but will give this one , a last chance to reward my loyalty on Saturday

Race 3 : Churchaven is having its 3rd start after a break and should run very well , only concern is the form lines of the last two starts has produced no winners so will side with Grand Escape

Race 4 : Will be putting field in the pick six so the favourite will probably win :lol: , if forced to have a bet think Cabo De Cruz is some value, peak run , stable has turned the corner, ferrari on top , worth a nibble @ 14/1

Race 5 : High Hossana will be all the rage here but for me African Rain looks special , the way this colt quickened last start was super impressive and even with the added 3kg, should win imo , will banker this in one pick six

Agree Craig I am having a punt on African Rain

Meet the team that probably won’t call any objections on Saturday

CAPE TOWN MET RACE MEETING

The National Horseracing Authority has pleasure in confirming the composition of its Stipendiary Board that will be on duty at the Cape Town Met Race meeting at Kenilworth Racecourse on Saturday, 30 January 2021.

Even though this year’s edition of the Cape Town Met race meeting is behind closed doors, the responsibility to maintain the integrity and the safe conduct of racing remains very much in place. As is custom practice for the flagship race meetings, the NHA has assembled a national and vastly experienced team of Officials to attend to these requirements. The Graded status of the races that are carded, coupled with the local and international interest, demonstrates that South African Racing is held in the highest esteem, this is borne out by the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) including the feature races as part of its package on the day. The revenue streams to South Africa will be bolstered by HKJC taking these races and for their customers to participate on the day, they expect that races are held under similar Rules as their own and the races to be run on time. The NHA is a signatory to various Articles in the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities International Agreement.

Ernie Rodrigues - the NHA’s most experienced Stipendiary Steward with some thirty-four years’ in this role, most of which have been in senior positions. Ernie has been the Chief Stipendiary Steward in the Western Cape since 2010 after being an integral member of the KZN Stipendiary Board for many years, prior to this.

Lyle Anderson - a former Trainer and Administrator that has earned respect as an official tasked with upholding the integrity of the Horseracing Industry. Lyle has risen to the top of the Stipendiary Steward ranks in a relatively short period of time, largely due to his natural leadership skills. Lyle is the Chief Stipendiary Steward, Central Provinces and in 2020, benefited from spending a fortnight with the Stipendiary Steward panel in Hong Kong.

Deanthan Moodley - a qualified attorney that has found a career that enables him to utilise his talents and passion. Having started his career as a Stipendiary Steward in Johannesburg, Deanthan has been based in the Eastern Cape as a Senior Stipendiary Steward and presently is the Chief Stipendiary Steward, Kwa-Zulu Natal.

Ryan Hutcheson - a former trainer, horseman and all-round sportsman, Ryan was employed by the NHA in 2015 and has risen rapidly through the ranks to his current position of the Deputy Chief Stipendiary Steward, Central Provinces.

Nicholas Shearer - after a successful career as a professional Jockey, Nick commenced employment with the NHA in 2007 and has served in KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng and in the Western Cape as the Deputy Chief Stipendiary Steward since 2014.

Cecil van As - a vastly experienced Racing man, with a lifetime spent in the industry. Cecil’s career includes race riding at the highest level, being a natural horseman and enhancing the start as the Chief Starter in Cape Town and officiating as a Stipendiary Steward since 2006 in the same region.

Enquiries:

Jockeys cannot fly but these stipes are allowed to fly.

Makes no sense. Just wasting money again!!!

the circus continues , do as we say just dont do as we do , should be sa racing motto

Sammy Silver wrote: Jockeys cannot fly but these stipes are allowed to fly.

Makes no sense. Just wasting money again!!!

Agree. This is BS. Does FIFA use 6 referees on the field for the World Cup Finals?
Add more stipes to provide assurance to the international partners, what does this say about the stewardship at the run of the mill race days?
If SA subscribes to Internal racing standards, they should comply in all races not only the big ones.

From a stipes perspective I don’t see any difference in duties on a big day compared to a Monday meeting.

Lets see if this move guarantees the Met race will go off on time.

Race 6: Kommetdieding , this horse has been super impressive and I'm really hoping it keeps the unbeaten streak going for this yard/jockey