Robert from BSBZA and Tim from Pocket the Winner take us through their Durban July 2024 Betting Tips and Best Bets.
Race 2 Tips
Top Picks:
- Good Traveler: Priced at around 8 to 1, this horse is expected to provide great value. Jockey Rachel Venniker rides this consistent horse, which recently ran a strong second. A recommended each-way bet.
- The Grey King: A stunninghorse with consistent form, priced as the favorite at 3 to 1.
- Diani: Priced at 12 to 1, this horse with jockey S’Manga Khumalo is a good value bet, particularly stepping up to a distance that suits.
Betting Strategy:
- Each-way bet on Good Traveler.
- Swinger bet on 7 (Gray King) and 3 (Good Traveler).
Main Race: Race 7 Tips
Top Picks:
- Green With Envy: The favorite at around 4.5 to 1, this horse has a fantastic record and the right credentials to win.
- See It Again: Last year’s favorite, expected to run a strong race again. Priced similarly to Green With Envy.
- Future Swing: With jockey Richard Fourie, this horse is a strong contender priced at around 6.25 to 1.
- Oriental Charm: Expected to be a front-runner and could hold on for a place.
- Master Redoute: A dark horse at 50 to 1, with a chance to sneak into the top six.
- Double Superlative: Another outsider with impressive gallops recently, worth considering for a place.
Horses to Avoid:
- Barbaresco
- Shoemaker
- Purple Pitcher
- Winchester Mansion
- Son of Raj
- Cousin Casey
- Flagman
- Future Pearl
Betting Strategy:
- Quartet: 1, 4, 5, 10, 11, and the outsiders 14 and 16.
- Exacta: 5 (Green With Envy) and 10 (See It Again).
Race 9 Tips
Top Picks:
- QuasiForSure: Priced at 15 to 1, this horse offers great value and is tipped for a win/place.
- Cruise Control: A strong contender and favorite, expected to run well.
- Teflon Man: Another solid choice for a place bet.
Betting Strategy:
- Each-way bet on QuasiForSure.
- Trifecta: 1 (QuasiForSure), 5 (Cruise Control), and 9 (Teflon Man).
Race 12 Tips
Top Picks:
- Black Egret: Priced at 10 to 1, this horse offers excellent value, especially with jockey S’Manga Khumalo.
- Chocolate Soldier: The favorite, although short-priced, still a strong contender.
- Further Considerations: Number 6 and 8 for place bets.
Betting Strategy:
- Each-way bet on Black Egret.
- Place bet: Black Egret at 3 to 1 or better.