KZN Raiders Roar

KZN Raiders Roar 2 April, 2012 – Lisa Barrett One of the most exciting races on Classic Day, was the SA Fillies Classic (Gr.1) which produced a last gasp victory for the Kwa Zulu Natal-trained filly, Bambina Stripes. Despite a ridiculously slow start, the pace picked up when Bluroute decided to step up to take…

It’s Carnival Time!

It’s Carnival Time! 30 March, 2012 – Lisa Barrett The Dubai Racing Carnival is heading towards a thrilling climax this weekend when some of the best horses in the world line up for prize money totalling nearly $30 million. South African trainers, in particular, Mike DeKock, have found Meydan to be a happy hunting ground,…

Reigning King

Reigning King 19 March, 2012 – Lisa Barrett Reign As Kings proved why KZN bred horses are a force to be reckoned with, with a scintillating victory in the Sentinel Stakes on Sunday at Clairwood. With his favourite jockey Anthony Delpech at the helm, Reign As Kings went away to win by a length over…