Good morning, Clan
We were blessed with perfect weather on Summer Cup Day, and hopefully the good fortune continues into another strong weekend of racing.
Racing This Weekend
Friday – PE
Zietsman sends out a few solid chances — all the best to the connections.
Friday Night – Greyville
A full evening card under the lights.
Saturday – Kenilworth
Top-quality racing expected.
Keagan de Melo should enjoy a productive afternoon, while Richard Fourie is always a must-include.
PE raiders Direct Hit and Golden Palm from the Greeff yard look set to take centre stage.
Sunday – Turffontein
A meeting from the Big T — updates to follow.
International Racing
Plenty of quality jump racing on offer:
Friday – Sandown
• Doyen Quest
• No Drama This Side look the pick of the card.
Saturday
Aintree:
• Treasure Planet
Sandown:
• Lulamba
Plus the Tingle Creek, where the Hollywood runner Il Etait Temps should take a lot of beating.
A Personal Note
I was asked to say a few words at George’s cheese-and-wine Christmas party 🥳.
He raffled a bottle of Bruce Jack, which reminded me of one of my favourite bands — Cream, the legendary supergroup of Jack Bruce (vocals & bass), Ginger Baker (drums), and Eric Clapton (lead guitar).
They were the cream of musicians in their era — electrifying live.
Here’s one of their finest from the Disraeli Gears album:
👉
Good punting 👍
