Can See It Again pull it off?

Winning trainer has eyes on favourite Green With Envy and Flag Man.

- Mike Moon

Champion trainer Justin Snaith describes the 2024 Hollywoodbets Durban July as "a complete mixed box of chocolates" and if you've ever faced the dilemma of choosing from a wide range of delectable confectionery you'll know what he means.

It's hard to pick just one.

Of course, the July is never a simple race to decipher, with the best horses from around the country coming together for an ultimate test, with R5 million and Grade 1 status on the line - and the most prized place in local racing's history books. But this 128th renewal looks more inscrutable than many. Snaith added: "It's wide open and it'll all come down to luck in the running."

When a five-time winner of Africa's greatest race - a confident bloke who saddles three of the starters- talks about "luck" being the most critical factor, we know the task of finding the winner will be tough.

If life and racing were always fair, and redemption assured, the topweight See It Again would win.