Crisp winter weather, a track full of stars, and a capacity crowd of celebrities and socialites turned up for an “Out of this World” experience that made for a spectacular 127th Hollywoodbets Durban July.
While racing aficionados eagerly anticipated a thrilling seventh race when 18 former and future champs went head to head for a sizable share of the R5 million stake, Greyville Racecourse was a flurry of wonderful – and weird – outfits that wowed the crowds during race day fashion showcases and competitions. The infield Marquee Village and dozens of plush suites in the grandstand were also ablaze with colour as décor specialists strove to out-do each other.
Each of the 12 races on the card were followed by fashion and entertainment, culminating in a captivating rendition of the national anthem by the Ndlovu Youth Choir.It was and no doubt always will remain a day when problems are forgotten and fun-loving South Africans from all walks of life share in one of the country’s most iconic annual sporting and social occasions.