HOLLYWOODBETS brand ambassador and singer Anlia Etzebeth has been confirmed as the one to perform the national anthem when South Africa’s premier horse racing event gallops into action on Saturday, 4 July, at the Greyville Racecourse.

Known for her thrilling on screen and live stage performances, Anlia also the wife of Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth. She is no stranger to the task of performing the national anthem in front of a massive crowd as she one once captivated rugby fans at the Cape Town Stadium in 2022 when Eben marked his 100th test cap with a Man of the Match performance.

“It is always such an incredible honour to sing our National Anthem! It is even more special to get to sing it at this year’s Hollywoodbets Durban July. I cannot wait!” said Anlia.

This year’s race will be the 130th edition of the Hollywoodbets Durban July. The stakes will be high following the confirmation of the ground-breaking all-time record prize money of R10 million, making it the richest graded stakes ever run on African soil.

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Hollywoodbets Brand & Communications Manager Devin Heffer said racegoers can expect a winning blend of world-class racing, high fashion, music and entertainment with this year’s theme of ‘Country Allure’ being an invitation designers and fashion-lovers to draw inspiration from our country’s dramatic, rural landscapes and the elegance of our equestrian culture.

“It’s by equal measure the country’s biggest horse race and an unforgettable social occasion,” said Heffer. “The racing spectacle promises another exceptional celebration of sport, fashion and entertainment. We look forward to welcoming guests from across the country and the world for what is sure to be an unforgettable day at the races.”

Tickets are now on sale for general admission, picnic sites and VIP hospitality packages, and parking via Ticketpro. For more information, visit https://www.hollywoodbetsdurbanjuly.co.za

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