The Racehorse Owners Association (ROA) hosted a free breakfast for owners, trainers and the public at Randjesfontein on Saturday, 24 November.
The event was hosted by Natalie Turner, CEO of the ROA, who said: “This was a lovely family morning out for all. We were able to meet some new racing fans who are interested in getting involved as owners, and they were introduced to and had a chance to meet a number of trainers and see their horses on the gallop track.
“Trainers who fully supported us with their various owners included Corne Spies, Mike de Kock, Sean Tarry, James Crawford, Paul Matchett and Alec Laird. We also had a number of prominent owners in attendance, including Arun Chadha, Adv Louis Cortez, Anton Marx, Bradley Ralph, Garth Towell, Mark Campbell, Taryn and Bryan Spong, Trevelen Pillay, Vasan Harry and others. Some jockeys and apprentices also came along as well as stakeholders from the 4R executive team, Colin Gordon, Lunde Bleni and Potlako Mophiring.”
Turner said that all 150 guests arrived. “We were delighted with the turnout and you can expect a lot more from us.”
Mike de Kock, who attended the breakfast, said: “I am very pleased with what I saw and glad that the ROA took the initiative. There was a festive atmosphere and we had a good opportunity to socialise in a first-class facility. Randjesfontein is ideal for this kind of function. It brings horse and racing enthusiasts together in a beautiful and relaxing environment, and good acquaintances are made.”
