The opening of South Africa's Champions Season 2024 promises excitement and top-quality racing at Hollywoodbets Greyville on Saturday, 4 May. The R500,000 Gr2 Independent On Saturday Drill Hall Stakes sets the stage for the R5 million Gr1 Hollywoodbets Durban July, accompanied by the R500,000 Gr2 World Sports Betting Guineas and the R500,000 Gr2 World Sports Betting Fillies Guineas.

SplashOut Cape Derby victor Green With Envy and Highveld standout Sandringham Summit headline the IOS Drill Halls Stakes, although they face wide draws, potentially favoring a run in the WSB Guineas. However, they'll meet stiff competition from Gr1 HF Oppenheimer Horse Chestnut Stakes champ Main Defender. The prospect of all three facing off in the Guineas promises a thrilling showdown.

Former Hollywoodbets Gold Challenge and L’Ormarins Queen's Plate winner Al Muthana adds further intrigue to the Drill Hall, alongside potential July contenders At My Command and Cousin Casey, who's rediscovering top form after a brief slump.

The Gr2 WSB Fillies Guineas features standout Double Grand Slam, recent Gr3 Umzimkhulu Stakes and Gr3 Prix Du Cap victor. But she'll face tough competition from course and distance winner Mrs Geriatrix and improving Rascova, promising an exciting contest.

To mark the occasion, on-course attendees have the chance to win fabulous prizes, including a luxurious 3-night stay at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Umhlanga and R40,000 worth of prizes in Gold Circle's win-if-you-lose draws. Chilli Nathi and Gold Circle ensure a delightful culinary experience for racegoers, while the KidZone offers plenty of entertainment for the younger audience.