Kenilworth racing tips for April 18
Kenilworth will host a nine race card as the main meeting in South African racing on Saturday afternoon. While there is no major race on the ticket, there are several likely types resuming including Amayah in the Class 4 eighth race on the card, with the Candice Bass-trained three-year-old chasing a third successive victory after a nine week spell. Below is free form and Kenilworth racing tips for Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Race 1
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TAG AND RELEASE (3) finished off strongly last time and looks set to be in the firing line again, big chance. REDFORD (7) made a solid debut and will improve with that run under the belt, major contender. RABDAN (1) wasn’t far off RED SPICE last start and is not one to ignore. HAVOC (10) should come on nicely from his debut effort and can get much closer here. Watch the market HollywoodBets (HollywoodBets review) for unraced runners in ths one.
Our tip: 3,7,1,10
Race 2
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A race with some well-bred newcomers, so market moves will be key. ENTICEMENT (4) has shown promise in both starts and should go close. NOBODY’S PERFECT (11) will improve on debut and must be respected. POLAR EXPEDITION (12) gets top jockey Richard Fourie aboard, a notable booking, and can improve on debut. WORLD OF SECRETS (6) wasn’t beaten far first-up and with Keagan De Melo booked, must be included.
Our tips: 4,1,12,6
Race 3
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HEDRIVESMECRAZY (7) ran a big race last time and will be hard to beat. SICILY (4) is consistent and should be right there again. MRS SHACKLETON (6) can get into the placings. RACHETTU (2) drops back to 1000m and can improve.
Our tips: 7,4,6,2
Race 4
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FUTURE RED (1) has been consistent and looks the one to beat with Richard Fourie aboard, despite the drop in trip. BLUE LAGOON (5) is knocking on the door and rates the main danger. BEFORE SUNRISE (7) is improving with racing and commands respect. LUCY’S WORLD (2) should appreciate the extra trip and can feature.
Our tips: 1,5,7,2
Race 5
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WINTER PEARL (3) is in strong form and showed grit winning last time, hard to beat. JET A ONE (7) pushed the top pick last start and will be competitive again. FORT RED (4) continues to hold form and can finish in the money. BONNE BOUCHE (6) is honest and another solid run is expected.
Our tips: 3,7,4,6
Race 6
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LARK’S SONG (5) ran well last start and looks progressive, top selection with Andrew Fortune aboard. RED STATE (9) is consistent and should run another good race. BACKINTHEFASTLANE (2) has been close up and can improve. ELEGANT NOBLE (13) is capable on his day and shouldn’t be dismissed.
Our tips: 5,9,2,13
Race 7
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LYRICAL GANGSTER (6) is in good form and looks the one to beat. WINTER PIRATE (3) impressed winning on debut and has plenty of upside, big threat. TROIS SEPT HUIT (4) won well last start and can be included in wider bets. PALACE GIFT (2) has a good rider booking and is worth including in quartets.
Our tips: 6,3,4,2
Race 8
LUCKY FISH MYSTIC FORTUNE CLASS 4 (F & M)
AMAYAH (4) goes for three straight wins and can get it done as the favourite with South African betting sites. GIRL MAGIC (6) is also chasing a hat-trick and with Andrew Fortune aboard, is a big chance. APRICITY (9) has a tricky draw but ran well last start and can feature. APRIL FOOLS’ DAY (2) impressed winning on debut and from a good draw can go close.
Our tips: 4,6,9,2
Race 9
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CHARLIE BUCKET (5) finished strongly for second last time and is a leading contender from a good draw. LOVE FROM AFAR (1) ran well last start and should be in the mix again. MERCENARY (10) returns from a break but has the form to go well fresh. FERRYMAN (3) was below par last start but is capable of bouncing back.
Our tips: 5,1,10,3
