Turffontein Saturday Racing Preview – October 12th!
Get ready for a thrilling day at Turffontein’s Inside Track this Saturday, with an exciting eight-race card beginning at 12:20 PM. The Pinnacle Stakes stands as the highlight, featuring top regional contenders sharpening up for the upcoming feature season.
Track Info:
- Surface: Turf
- Circuit: 2500m near-oval, inside the Standside Track
- Draw Bias: Low-number draws preferred over 1450m and 1600m
- Going: Good (Pen reading: 22)
- False Rail: 7.5m on the back straight and bend, with a 7.5m spur at the 500m mark
Weather Update:
- Conditions: Clear skies with temperatures ranging from 16°C to 34°C
- Wind: 13-37 km/h South-Westerly Cross/Head Wind
- Sunset: 6:14 PM
Betting Options:
- Exotics: Bi Pot, PA, Pick 6, Jackpot
- Bookie Bets: Singles, Places, Doubles, Trebles, Yankees, and more
Top WSB Selections:
- Race 4: Mountain High
Trainer: S G Tarry / Jockey: P Strydom
Insight: Although absent since May, this horse showed great potential previously. A strong runner if in form. - Race 6: Thunee Playa
Trainer: L Karriem / Jockey: K A Brewer
Insight: With consistent form, this is a solid each-way bet. - Race 6: Mercantour
Trainer: S T Pettigrew / Jockey: J Penny
Insight: Possibly fitter than most and should be a strong contender if stamina holds.
