The build-up has begun to the biggest day in South African horse racing.
Tradition dictates the final field announcement for the Durban July commences this countdown, and the prestigious 18 runners (plus 2 reserves) have been publicised.
Most participants merit entry through qualifying races, prior successes and the ability to make this race as competitive as possible. This year there were only a handful of places undecided leading up to the announcement, such is the quality of the 2019 field.
The following big name contenders look set to fight it out as the bookies favourite:
Arguably the best 3 year thoroughbred in the world. 6 wins from 7 runs, including 3 Grade 1s and over R5.5 million in winnings this season.
2019 Met winner, as well as 3x Grade 3 titles and R3.4 million in winnings this season
Defending champion, 3 time Grade 1 winner and undoubtedly the best weight-for-age horse in the country.
If there’s ever a day to have a flutter on the ponies, July Day has to be it. As usual, we’re always the generous ones when it comes to give you some extra juice, and Saturday 6 July will be not different.
First Race Insurance
Take an outright winner bet on the first race on July Day and if it loses we will refund it up to R500.
Shat In Special
If your horse wins by 3 lengths or more in any 2019 July Day race, we will double your payout in bonus funds.
Done By A Donkey
Back a horse to win and if your horse finishes second to a 10-1 (SP) or bigger outsider, we’ll give you a free bet refund up to R5000.