Sun, December 15, 2024

PAVED WITH GOLD (7) looks close to a win after finishing in the money at both runs, the latest when second at Greyville over 6f. Has the pace to settle in the leading division. Best form puts him right in this. AGRADO (1) will find this a little easier than his third on debut three weeks ago, beaten 6 lengths at the end of 5f at this track. Will benefit from that experience so he shouldn't be a maiden for long. BUTTERCUP BABY (6) is a ZAR R 325,000 (Cape Thoroughbred Sales 2023 READY TO RUN & UNBROKEN TWO YEAR OLD SALE) purchase by What A Winter out of Hidden Thought on debut for the Glen Kotzen stable. Should acquit herself well. Watch for a positive market lead. RAGNAR THE KING (2) is a three-start maiden who finished third over 6f at Greyville last time out. Finds a suitable race and can play a major role.