BELA-BELA is the only filly in this year’s Sun Met 2017, but deserves a lot of respect in this field.
14) BELA-BELA – 17/2
Trainer: Justin Snaith
Jockey: Anthony Delpech
Owner: Varsfontein Stud (Pty) Ltd (Nom: J S Kalmanson)
Age / Sex: 4yo / filly
Merit Rating: 109
Colours: White, scarlet and white quartered cap
Sun Met Draw: 5 (of 15)
Weight Carrying: 57kg
FORM
Total Runs: 9
First Place: 6
Places: 1
Runs at Kenilworth: 6 (4 WINS, 1 PLACE)
Runs at 2000m Distance: 1 (1 WIN)
Notable Runs:
1st in the 2017 Paddock Stakes (Gr 1) – 1800m
1st in the 2016 Woolavington 2000 (Gr 1) – 2000m
1st in the 2016 Daisy Fillies Guineas (Gr 2) – 1600m
TRAINER Comments:
“It is always tough taking on the boys but she couldn’t be better and we are hoping for a big run.” – Justin Snaith
JOCKEY Comments:
Since returning from a broken collar bone Anthony Delpech is riding better than ever.
“Bela Bela is bigger, stronger and better than ever before. This is a tough race to win but Bela Bela is fit and ready to run a big race.” – Anthony Delpech
MAGIC TIPS (Winning Form) Comment:
Brilliant filly with excellent credentials, include.
