Goodman and co to launch a stock exchange for thoroughbreds

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1 * editor@turftalk.co.za Thursday 2 August 2018 EQUINE Hub is set to introduce a whole new dimension to racehorse trading! Goodman and co to launch a stock exchange for thoroughbreds FORMER trainer James Goodman heads up the South African division of Equine Hub ( in short, a revolutionary new stock exchange for thoroughbreds developed in Singapore and due for launch in South Africa in October. EquineHub is the world s first equine platform that leverages on blockchain to make immediate fractional racehorse ownership possible for online traders in a marketplace where members of the equine community can share their expertise and services validated by a social proofing system and administered by the community. The easiest way to explain Equine Hub is to think of a normal stock exchange where shares are electronically traded. It works exactly like a stock exchange following supply and demand in a commodity which in this case happens to be a racehorse, said Goodman. Traders will be able to register on equine hub, explore the horses on offer and the shares available in such horses, and then make an offer to buy. Wily traders will be able to buy and sell quick, even on the same day if they so desire. The technology is set to transform the equine world, making it more efficient, transparent, secure, and inclusive. The software was developed in Singapore over years of trial and error and Goodman said: The secure blockchain technology basically allows for buying and selling of shares in blocks, we envisage these blocks to be R1,000 per share in South Africa. For example, let s say Trainer X puts 50% of a said horse up for sale at R500,000, Equine Hub will facilitate the transaction in blocks of R1,000. This means 500 shares will be available at R1,000 per share and the marketplace will determine how the share performs. We will negotiate with the trainers so that training fees, vet bills and so on are incorporated in the share price. Like any other electronic exchange there will be rules and guidelines for buyers and sellers to adhere to and trainers will be required to furnish periodical information on horses placed on the site for sale. Our job will be to keep the trading process seamless and keep the traders happy. Equine Hub will be staging information sessions countrywide, starting at Randjesfontein (10am) and Turffontein (3pm) next Monday. When I was approached by Equine Hub the concept seemed foreign until it was explained, but interested individuals are welcome to attend any of our info sessions and they will walk away amazed, said Goodman, who can be reached on james@equinehub.com for further information. Also see page 6 of today s Turf Talk Newsletter for Roadshow schedule. tt. 1

2 Klawervlei Stud retains Champion Breeders Title KLAWERVLEI Stud successfully defended their title when ending the racing season as South Africa s Leading Breeders by prize money. The farm finished top of the log for a second year running, and for a third time in the past four years. Klawervlei bred horses earned over R million this past season, and won such races as the G1 SA Classic, G2 WSB Merchants, G2 Southern Cross Stakes, G3 Sycamore Sprint, Oaks Trial, Jacaranda Handicap, and the Langerman. According to both Arion and Sporting Post statistics, Klawervlei s late, great Captain Al ended the season as South Africa s Champion Sire by stakes earned. The son of Al Mufti, who was picking up his second General Sires title (Captain Al was previously Champion Sire in , enjoyed a truly incredible season in , with his runners earning more than R24 million in prize money and lifting 20 individual black type races. Captain Al stars of the racing season included the G1 winners Captain America, Sergeant BETTING BONUS OFFER NEW CLIENTS ONLY: Go to Interbet, register and use column on website to indicate Turf Talk (How did you hear about us) you will receive a 150% match on first deposits up to R1, Hardy, Snowdance, Tap O Noth and Undercover Agent all potential Equus Award winners. He also had his usual exceptional crop of two-year-olds which included Golden Slipper winner Celtic Sea and unbeaten Langerman winner, and likely Cape Guineas hope, One World. The remarkable sire, whose sons Always In Charge, Captain Of All and William Longsword are all now standing at stud, was also South Africa s Leading Sire of 3YOs for the season, with his sophomore runners banking in excess of R14 million in stakes. Captain Al, however, was not the only Klawervlei sire to shine during the racing season. Former Vodacom Durban July hero Pomodoro is the country s Champion First Crop Sire for the recently concluded season, with his first crop winners including G1 Thekwini Stakes winner and Leading Equus Award contender Return Flight. The talented bay s first two year olds, which also included the talented SA Nursery runner up Cirillo and Storm Bird Stakes second Royal Italian, banked R placing Pomodoro more than R clear of runner up, and paternal half-brother, Master Of My (to p4) Clean your Drawing Boards TODAY is a good time to clean your drawing boards - wipe away all the notes from last season because you are probably going to need space after today s Vaal meeting, featuring a 10-race programme with a few of those merciless lower division handicaps in which almost anything can win, and normally does! The good thing of course is that, if your hours of study produce the right outsiders, you ll be well in the money. If not, it s back to.. you know what! Today, Gokhan Terzi s Silver Coin (Race 6) looks ready to improve, he may not win but our Value Bets are eachway suggestions, he s 25-1 and may pay over R4 for a place. Dorrie Sham s Kungfoofighting has been threatening to go close (Race 8) - watch for a good run from this 7-1 shot. Value in Red. Vaal Selections: Race 1: (12) Trumps Triumph (5) Pachacuti (3) Outside Edge (9) Brave Detail Race 2: (1) Torre Del Ore (3) Alpine Glacier (8) Tripod (7) Well Connected Race 3: (2) Singfonico (8) Royal Delight (10) Lord Grantham (3) Saint Michael Race 4: (7) Little Sparrow (8) Loja Lady (11) Siren s Tide (12) Soul Of Wit Race 5: (5) Sammi Moosa (1) Gold Shades (13) Ponchielli (4) Until Dawn Race 6: (4) Silver Coin (7) Bold Coast (15) Darkest Hour (8) Mutrib Race 7: (1) Wheel Of Time (2) Wild Brier (8) Ryder (7) Samar Race 8: (12) Kungfoofighting (11) Ficticious (9) Effortless (1) Virginia Moon Race 9: (1) The Tin Man (9) Wottahottie (11) Private Ruler (7) Quatro Race 10: (2) Lazarus Tree (9) Hot August (6) Master Boulder (1) Prince Jordan

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4 KLAWERVLEI (fm p2) Fate. The multiple G1 winning Pomodoro also finished sixth on the Two Year Old Sires List, with his first 2yos earning more than juveniles by such top class stallions as What A Winter, Querari, Elusive Fort, Trippi and Visionaire. Racing at Glorious Goodwood If you haven t raced at Glorious Goodwood yet, put it on your bucket list. It s a true racing lover s festival in the Sussex countryside surrounded by beautiful castles and rolling hills. Crowds camp out on the hills, the horses race very close to the stands and in longer races go in two directions they start heading towards the top of the straight, go round and end facing the other way. Pimms and cocktails flow, Panama hats, pink shirts, mustard ties and soft shoes are everywhere but its all fun! Catch the Wednesday action from Glorious Goodwood on Tellytrack starting at 14:50 this afternoon. HIGHLIGHTS FROM TURF TALK WEBSITE SA CROWNS NEW CHAMPIONS 2018 EQUUS AWARDS NOMINEES CHIMICHURI RUN IS HOT PROPERTY MDK: WE WANT TO MAKE A STALLION OF SOQRAT Klawervlei is also home to another young sire sensation in the form of Twice Over, who ended the South African season as the country s second leading Second Crop Sire, his runners banking an impressive R His stars included the brilliant G1 Vodacom Durban July winner, and leading Equus Award hope, Do It Again and G3 Highlands Stud Winter Derby hero Doublemint. Twice Over looks to be one of the brightest stars in South African s stallion band. With Klawervlei also home to such exciting prospects as Royal Mo, Coup De Grace, William Longsword, Captain Of All and Red Ray not to mention the successful Count Dubois- the future looks bright for South Africa s Champion Breeders of ! - 4

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6 BLOODSTOCK South Africa are hosting the Dispersal Sale in the Estate of the late trainer Leon Erasmus (photo). This sale will be held in the Winners Enclosure at the Vaal Racecourse on Tuesday 7 August 2018, directly after the last race. This is a no reserve sale and it will be conducted under the standard terms and conditions of Bloodstock South Africa. See catalogue BEAUTFUL William Longsword (photo) and top stallions Twice Over, Pomodoro and Count De Bois are among the sires on show at the Klawervlei Stallion Day today. Tune in to Tellytrack from 11am for live coverage. Enquiries to Tel:

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9 A good new life beckons! 2018 US Triple Crown winner Justify yesterday arrived at his new home, Winstar Farm in Versailles, Kentucky. Away from the strains of training and racing, the early-retired star will take up stud duties and by the looks of it he s spotted a few partners already! Down On The Beach... SANLUCAR de Barameda in Southern Spain is the venue for the annual Spanish Beach Racing Festival, to be staged this year between 8 and 14 August. Racing in the region dates back to 1845 and takes place along a 1,800m stretch of beach at the mouth of the Río Guadalquivir. There is nothing amateur about this now international event and you can expect to see spectator stands, bookmakers, paddocks and of course the winners enclosure - attended by large and colourful crowds. The thrilling spectacle is frequented by celebrities from film and music industries. 9

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