VaalThu, July 25, 2024

TAXHAVEN (1) stepped up in trip to 1m7f last time in the G3 Gold Vase at Greyville and ran below his best, finishing 8 lengths away in 14th. Better suited at this shorter trip so looks a leading contender. RASTIGNAC (2) was out of the money when resuming from a lay-off last start over 1m1f at Turffontein Inside, beaten 5.5 lengths. Finds a tougher race but a better run is on the cards. MANZ KNIGHT (3) will appreciate the longer journey after finishing a solid fourth when resuming last start over 1m2f at Turffontein Inside. Has the pace to settle in the leading division. Winning claims on best figures. PLUM BLOSSOM (8) could only manage ninth two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 1m1f at Turffontein Inside, beaten one length. Has her share of talent and is a top-three prospect.