Crank It Up has made the frame in five of his six starts to date and it will be a surprise if he doesn’t pick up some prize money at the very least again here. He is back over a mile after his latest second over 7f at Vaal but has to go on the shortlist. However, in a race that won’t take much winning, we just prefer PSYCHO KING. The latter has been getting closer and was only beaten a head by Nebraas over an extra furlong at Vaal when last seen in January. It’s a plus that Warren Kennedy now takes over the reins. Waltzing Al has a mind of his own but could figure if on his best behaviour but Royal Seige is best watched after a break.
Psycho King (SAF) 17-4 (9-2) 2nd of 14, nk behind Nebraas (9-2) at Vaal 1m 1f mdn gd in Jan.
Crank It Up (SAF) 9-4fav (9-6) 3rd of 16, 3/4l behind Opening Gambit (9-6) at Vaal 7f mdn gd in Feb.
Waltzing Al (SAF) 18-1 (9-6) 3rd of 12, 3 1/2l behind Tyrus Express (9-6) at Turffontein 1m mdn gs in Feb.
Royal Siege (SAF) 13-1 (8-11) 3rd of 9, 9 1/4l behind Shane (8-11) at Vaal 1m 4f mdn gd in Nov.
My King (SAF) 66-1 (9-6) last of 13, 17 1/4l behind Dry Your Eyes (9-6) at Turffontein 1m 2f mdn gd in Jul.
Quest For Good (SAF) 33-1 (8-3) 13th of 16, 21 1/2l behind Bellagio King (8-5) at Vaal 1m 1f mdn hcp gd in Feb.
Bitter Orange (SAF) 75-1 (9-6) 8th of 13, 12 1/4l behind Fayrooz (9-6) at Vaal 1m mdn gd in Mar.
Fairy Godmother (SAF) 5-1 (9-6) 10th of 13, 9 3/4l behind Milford Sound (9-6) at Turffontein 1m mdn gd in Feb.
Samara (SAF) 33-1 (9-4) 9th of 16, 11 1/4l behind Flaming Duchess (9-4) at Vaal 7f mdn gd in Jan.
