Get ready for the Hollywoodbets Gold Challenge!
It’s the rush before the July, and Durban’s Theatre of Champions is about to explode with July Fever with the HollywoodBets Gold Challenge!
If you’ve been feeling a strange excitement in the air lately (like a tingling sense of anticipation, mixed with a craving for bold fashion and fast horses); don’t worry, you’re not alone.
That, my friend, is July Fever - and it’s back with a vengeance!
Before Africa’s Greatest Horse Racing and Social Event takes over the country, there’s one last major showdown to get our hearts pounding and our bets placed.
It’s the Hollywoodbets Gold Challenge - and trust us, you don’t want to miss it.
This year’s theme? Enchanted Moments!!
In 2024, we watched Oriental Charm go wire-to-wire, holding off a furious late charge from the gutsy Cousin Casey.
It was drama. It was flair. It was pure theatre.
It all went down at the iconic Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse.
Now, the stage is set once again for an even bigger spectacle.
The official lowdown
This year’s event promises eleven action-packed races, a staggering R200 million betting frenzy, and a lineup of South Africa’s top thoroughbreds battling it out for the R2 million Grade 1 purse.
It’s not just about the horses either. It’s about the fashion, the food, the vibes, and that unmistakable sense that something epic is about to happen.
To get the inside scoop on all the action, we caught up with none other than Devin Heffer, Brand and Communications Manager at Hollywoodbets.
Devin promises a day filled with fun for the whole family, a Champagne Garden to celebrate Bubbly day, a variety of Disney characters to entertain and celebrate with the kiddies, and a great way to usher in the Comrades Marathon - taking place the very next day!
So whether you’re a die-hard punter, a casual fan, or just looking for a vibey Saturday plan with live music and great food; Hollywoodbets Gold Challenge is where you need to be.
The countdown is officially on for the Hollywoodbets Gold Challenge - one of the biggest events on the horse racing calendar!
Join us on Saturday 7 June at the iconic Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse for a spectacular day of horse racing, live music, delicious food, and fun for the whole family.
Whether you’re a racing fan or just looking for a great family day out, there’s something for everyone.
It’s also the fantastic way to kick off the excitement ahead of the Hollywoodbets Durban July.
Gates open at 11AM, and the best part? Entry is absolutely FREE!
We’ll see you there!
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