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Posted 2024-08-22 13:03:22  
East Cape Awards Nominees Announced

4Racing is proud to announce the return of the East Cape Awards, set to take place at Fairview Racecourse, on 06 September 2024. This prestigious horse racing industry event will celebrate the determination, talent and dedication across a range of categories.

 

The East Cape Awards recognise excellence - highlighting the diverse talent and performances that have graced the Fairview Racecourse over the past season.

 

The nominees for the 2024 East Cape Awards are:

 

Champion two-year-old Filly:

 

Happy Holly
Splicethemainbrace

Champion two-year-old Colt/Gelding:

 

Kingdundee
My Best Shot
Silvonian

Champion three-year-old Filly:

 

Joy And Peace
Luna Halo
Three Rocks

Champion three-year-old Colt/Gelding:

 

Fairy Knight
The Winter Lake
Waz Wouter

Champion Older Filly/Mare:

 

And We Danced
Miss Greenlight

Champion Older Horse:

 

Bush Tracker
Cherry Ano
Gallic Tribe
Grazinginthegrass

Champion Sprinter:

 

Miss Greenlight
Paris Lass
Three Rocks

Champion Stayer:

 

Juan Carlos
Zatara Magic

Champion Polytrack Filly/Mare:

 

Winner will be announced on the evening

Champion Polytrack Colt/Gelding:

 

Winner will be announced on the evening

The 2024 East Cape Awards judging panel comprised of Henk Steenkamp, Neil Pretorius and Nico Kritsiotis. Undertaking a meticulous selection process, with some categories attracting a lengthy discussion while others were more straightforward and predictable. However, by the conclusion of the deliberations, the judges were satisfied that the process was fair.

 

The winners in the following categories will be announced at the Awards function:

 

Champion Groom
Champion Work Rider
Outstanding Apprentice
Champion Owner of the season
Champion Local Jockey of the season
Champion Jockey of the season
Champion Trainer of the season

The East Cape Awards is not just a ceremony, but a tribute to the passion and commitment that define the racing community.

 

An exciting evening awaits as attendees gather to celebrate the accomplishments of all the nominees – which will culminate in the crowning of the Horse of the Season for 2024.

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