Top Vaal Racing Tips for Thursday 11 January 2018 | Hollywoodbets Sports Blog

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Winning Form is excited to present their top tips for the thrilling Vaal race day on Thursday, 11 January. Alongside insightful comments and betting advice, enjoy expert tips from Winning Form along with their trusted back-page tipster – Magic Tips by eMeM.

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Winning Form’s Top Bets
Race 1: MISS BOOMERANG (2)
Race 2: MAZARI (1)
Race 4: GOTTALOTTALUV (13)
Race 8: OUTLANDER (11)
Magic Tips’ Best Bets
TOP BET
Race 1: MISS BOOMERANG (2)
Jockey: S Chambers – Trainer: C Spies

MISS BOOMERANG dazzled with an explosive debut win over 800m at Turffontein just three weeks ago. Impressively, stablemate Mazari, who is running in race 2, followed up with a strong win, confirming the quality of form. This Bold Silvano filly is set to rise to the occasion and is expected to shine when stepping up against male competition.

MISS BOOMERANG(2) Silks
MISS BOOMERANG (2)
Race 3: GHOST RIDER (10)
Jockey: D Schwarz – Trainer: S Tarry

Although GHOST RIDER possibly has some minor niggles, this lightly raced horse returned to action with a notable performance after a 35-week break two weeks ago. He is expected to be fitter and shows plenty of promise for further improvement. Meanwhile, PRINCE OF WAR, who has been in great form recently, finished runner-up last week at the same venue with today’s jockey aboard.

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GHOST RIDER (10)
Race 5: MALINGA (1)
Jockey: R Simons – Trainer: A Laird

MALINGA boasts a strong record on this course and distance, recently snagging a gritty win over tough rivals three weeks ago. The Silvano gelding carries only a minor penalty and appears to be in peak condition. ALI BON DUBAI is also on form and has proven excellent under this young jockey, despite a recent four-pound rise for his fluent victory.

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MALINGA (1)
Race 8: COLOUR OF LIGHT (5)
Jockey: J V.D.Merwe – Trainer: S Tarry

The talented grey filly COLOUR OF LIGHT stunned many with a narrow win on debut at Turffontein over 1160m. Although the form has been inconsistent with some unexpected results, this inmate from the Tarry stable has surely gained valuable experience and looks set to improve notably. She could be the dark horse of the day.

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COLOUR OF LIGHT (5)
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Race 4: ASHDOWN (10)
Jockey: R Danielson – Trainer: R Magner

This maiden race is not as straightforward as the market suggests. ASHDOWN could very well pull off a surprise. She showed marked improvement with an extended trip recently, although tiring towards the end over soft ground. The slightly shorter distance today should suit her perfectly and might be the key to a winning performance.

ASHDOWN(10) Silks
ASHDOWN (10)
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