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Class of 2026 redefines the Hollywoodbets Durban July ahead of record purse HERMAN GIBBS 24 June 2026 — The anticipation surrounding Africa’s Greatest Horse Racing and Social Event reaches a fever pitch as the final field for the Hollywoodbets Durban July class of 2026 has been confirmed. With the countdown to the 130th running of this prestigious race now underway, …

Hollywoodbets Kenilworth, Preview for the eight-race card for Sunday, 21 June 2026 RACE 1 9 ROYAL CLINTON ran a much-improved race at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth on the 24th of May, if he brings that run to the track again on Sunday, he will go very close to winning. 1 LE TISSIER ran a great race for third behind DIAMOND BARON last …

The Candice Bass-trained Major Master will be the favourite in Race 6 on the Winter Course 15 June 2026 – The Dare to Dream Syndicate Middle Stakes (Race 6, off at 15h45) is the headliner on Tuesday’s card at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth. It features a field of eight, half of whom are trained by Justin Snaith, with Candice Bass saddling ROCCAPINA …

Young talents dazzle in Durban July fashion showdown at Hollywoodbets Greyville 9 June 2026 – From a South African flag-inspired beaded dress to colourful patchwork creations, denim statements and garments threaded with rope, 25 aspiring fashion designers’ diverse interpretations were reduced to the 10 finalists for this year’s Hollywoodbets Durban July Young Designer Award. Held at Durban’s Greyville Racecourse on …

Key Points on South Africa’s Opening Game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico HERMAN GIBBS 10 June 2026 – As the world turns its gaze towards the grand spectacle of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, South Africa’s national football team, Bafana Bafana, is set to kick off its campaign against the co-hosts Mexico on Thursday evening. The monumental …

Young German star to showcase an array of promising young talents at the FIFA World Cup 2026 HERMAN GIBBS 4 June 2026 — In a moment that embodies both hope and talent, Lennart Karl, the teenage sensation from Bayern Munich, has been named in Germany’s squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026. At just 18 years and 109 days old, …

Bienvenidos! South Africa’s World Cup squad touch down at base camp in Pachuca 2 June 2026 – Bafana Bafana have arrived at their base camp in Pachuca, Mexico, ahead of the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup next week. The team arrived in Mexico on Tuesday in high spirits after a long trip from Johannesburg, South Africa, that included …

Porterville’s 17‑year‑old crack sprinter, Marlon Kayster, clocks 10.31 seconds for the 100m sprint. 3 June 2026 — For most teenagers, an athletics competition is a test of nerves and preparation. For 17‑year‑old Marlon Kayster from a farming community in Porterville in the Western Cape, it became a moment when he was noticed far beyond the track. At the Athletics South …

HERMAN GIBBS 2 June 2026 – As Bafana Bafana prepares to enter the global arena of football, they can breathe a sigh of relief with two members of their tour contingent staff set to join them in Mexico on Wednesday. On Tuesday morning, Danny Jordaan, the President of the South African Football Association (SAFA), announced that Bafana’s assistant coach, Helman …

Everything you need to know about the best runners on Sunday at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth Race 1 1 NADIA NERINA ran a great race on debut, with natural improvement expected from this well-bred filly; she will be hard to beat. This race is packed with some nicely bred newcomers; keep an eye on the betting trends, and any market confidence could …