Fairview Friday Racing Preview: Jockey Club Stakes Highlights the Day
Get ready for an action-packed day of racing at Fairview this Friday! The eight-race card kicks off at 12:45, with the highlight being the Friendly Stakes over 1800m. Here’s your essential guide to enjoy the day to the fullest.
Track Information
- Turf Track: 2700m near-oval, with races up to 1200m on a straight course. Races beyond 1200m go clockwise around a turn with an 800m run-in.
- Polytrack: 1800m near-oval inside the turf, with a 400m run-in, all races clockwise around the turn.
- Turf Tips: Lower-number draws preferred around the turn.
- Polytrack Tips: Lower numbers favored for races up to 1600m.
Weather Watch
- Conditions: Partly cloudy, 17°C, 24 km/h South Easterly Cross Wind.
Going & Rail Setup
- Going: Good to soft, penetrometer reading of 24.
- False Rail: 6m off zero to 1200m, increasing to 7m around the turn to 800m, with a 7m spur.
WSB Best Bets
- Race 4: Union Rose
Trainer: K Mitchley / Jockey: M Yeni
Improving with every run, a strong contender for the frame. - Race 6: Fairy Knight
Trainer: A C Greeff / Jockey: R Fourie
In great form, a solid each-way value against the favourite. - Race 8: Blue Palace
Trainer: S B Kotzen / Jockey: L Mxothwa
A strong chance back in handicap company.
Don’t Miss Out!
- Race Start: 12:45 PM
- Final Race: 16:45 PM
Place your bets early and enjoy the thrilling day of racing at Fairview!
