Vaal Betting Preview – Tuesday, 23 December 2025 | Best Bets, Tips & Track Guide
Published by World Sports Betting (WSB)
Get expert Vaal betting tips for Tuesday, 23 December 2025. Full track guide, weather forecast, draw bias analysis and WSB best bets for an exciting eight-race card on the Classic turf track.
Punters are in for a high-octane afternoon at Vaal Racecourse this Tuesday as an eight-race programme takes centre stage on the Classic turf track. With competitive fields, summer racing conditions, and a number of progressive, in-form runners, the meeting promises tight finishes, tactical riding, and excellent betting opportunities throughout the card.
Whether you’re targeting value in the handicaps or building towards the Pick 6, Tuesday’s Vaal meeting looks one not to miss.
Vaal Track & Conditions Guide
Track Information
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Surface: Turf
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Circuit: 2800m oval
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1000m races: Straight course
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1200m+ races: Clockwise around the bend with a 1000m run-in
Draw Bias
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1000m: Higher draw numbers traditionally favoured
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1200m & 1450m: Low draws generally hold an advantage
Going
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Good (Penetrometer: 23)
False Rail
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Inside rail: Zero back straight to 7.5m on the bend, with a 7.5m spur at the 800m mark
Historically, this configuration can favour front-runners in the short sprints, while strong stayers and tactically astute jockeys often dominate over longer trips.
Weather Forecast
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Conditions: Partly sunny
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Thunderstorms: 55% chance
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Temperature: 14–26°C
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Wind: 11–26kph north-westerly cross/headwind
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Sunset: 19:00
With unsettled weather forecast later in the afternoon, track conditions could change as the meeting progresses. Punters are advised to stay alert for any late shifts in the going or emerging track bias.
Race Day Schedule
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First Race: 12:15 PM
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Last Race: 4:25 PM
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Total Races: 8
A compact yet value-packed programme, with strong turnover expected across all exotic pools.
WSB Best Bets – Horses to Watch
Race 1 – Winds Of Grace
Jockey: Gavin Lerena
Trainer: Mike Azzie
Ultra-consistent and repeatedly knocking on the door. She’s been costly to follow but deserves to break her maiden after several narrow defeats.
Race 3 – Sky Pillar Rock
Jockey: Savanna Valjalo
Trainer: Robyn Klaasen
Impressed when winning last time under a confident ride. If reproducing that effort, he can go back-to-back.
Race 5 – Francilien
Jockey: Craig Zackey
Trainer: Lucky Houdalakis
Has the form and experience at this level and should be competitive if seeing out the trip on a slightly easier surface.
Race 6 – Saragossa Cat
Jockey: Gavin Lerena
Trainer: J.A. Janse van Vuuren
In excellent form and still improving. The step up in distance looks ideal, and there should be more to come.
Race 7 – Manyeleti
Jockey: Craig Zackey
Trainer: Lucky Houdalakis
The least exposed runner in the field. She won’t need to improve much to return to winning ways.
Race 8 – Deal Maker
Jockey: Savanna Valjalo
Trainer: Tony Peter
Looked impressive when shedding her maiden tag last time. With natural progression, she could follow up.
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Final Thoughts
Tuesday’s meeting at Vaal Racecourse offers a compelling blend of open fields, progressive runners, and weather-influenced conditions — ideal for punters willing to stay sharp and adapt as the afternoon unfolds.
Monitor the weather closely, watch early race patterns, and be ready to strike when value presents itself.
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