Tomorrow sees the running of the 120th Durban July at Greyville when suddenly everyone who is anyone becomes a punter.

Grannies take a flutter on the horses based purely on the horse’s name.  Factory workers take a draw at work with the winner taking the jackpot  on Monday morning.

Serious punters will give long explanations on the horses’ forms, the jockeys, the draw, the grass, the sky and of course, luck.

The big news is that the running will be most probably on a wet track.  This adds an extra dimension.  “Take the horse carrying the most weight – the light weight horses won’t cope on a soggy track,” said one hardened Tote-goer.

Anyway the Courier has consulted a wide-range of experts on Beaconsfield Street and have come up with some tips.  You use these at your own risk and we will not be held responsible for your bankruptcy – however, if you do strike gold please do not hesitate to send over a donation.

Flip’s Field:  To win:  18. Bela-Bela.  Second:  13 Marinaresco.  Third: 1 French Navy.  Fourth: Black Arthur.

Vassan’s Tip:  To win: 9. It’s my Turn.  Second:  19. Trophy Wife (this horse comes in following the scratching of number 6, Radaba). Third: 2. Mac de Lago.

Dev’s Devils:  To win: 18. Bela-Bela Second: 8 Solid Speed, Third:  3. Abashiri

Vijay’s Best:  To win:  5:  Black Arthur. Second: 18: Bela-Bela.  Third:  1 French Navy.

For a real outside chance try 15. Dynamic or Rocketball. It is horse racing.  Go for it and enjoy. The race is just after 4pm tomorrow at Greyville.