WATCH: Marinaresco claims a special maiden July title
Jockey Bernard Faydherbe skilfully guides his brilliant and fast-finishing horse to continue Bass Racing's rich history in the glamorous meet.
Marinaresco galloped to a brilliant maiden July win. Photo: Anesh Debiky/Gallo Images.
It was a special day for Candice Bass-Robinson, who won her first Durban July at Greyville on Saturday with Marinaresco.
Expertly marshalled by jockey Bernard Faydherbe, it was a proud moment for the Bass Racing Stable.
It’s probably hardly surprising that they made a mockery of the betting this year, given their proud history and the fact that they groomed the legendary Pocket Power.
After Krambambul set the pace initially, Marinaresco skilfully took a subtle gap on the right hand side to set up the victory charge.
Al Sahem threatened a strong finish but Faydherbe and his brilliant companion managed to hold them off.
MARINARESCO flies home under @Faydherberider to win the 2017 Durban July #VDJ2017
Congrats to the connections @bassracingstble #ItsARush pic.twitter.com/VIGAParQTl
— Racing Guru (@RacingGuru) July 1, 2017