Botes Racing

Botes Racing * Established 1995 *
Horse racing stable based at the Vaal Racecourse After 5years he attained his jockey licence but was ultimately set on training.

Botes Racing is owned and operated by Barend Daniel Botes, who is resident at the yard for optimal supervision and management. Entering the race world in 1985 as a 16year old boy, Barend embarked on a journey as an apprentice jockey at Summerveld. In 1995, he started what has over the years become a now successful race yard, stabling and training multiple athletes in varying stages of training. As

a diligent problem solver, he has become known for his success with horses that require a fresh start and out of the box thinking. His approach has given many horses a second chance at a successful and productive career in the industry and has also cemented long standing relationships with many of his owners. With a keen interest in breeding and matching pedigrees, he has offered his expertise to several breeders in the breeding season to optimize their chances at breeding future champions through careful selection of suitable stallions to cover their mares. This particular talent also means Barend has a keen eye for pedigree in selection of potential race horses in younger stock and is always open to offering assistance to both his existing clients as well as shopping for potential new owners.

Leaving 2024 on a high, Botes racing wishes our loyal owners, friends and supporters a Happy New Year.  May 2025 be the ...
31/12/2024

Leaving 2024 on a high, Botes racing wishes our loyal owners, friends and supporters a Happy New Year. May 2025 be the year in which all your dreams come true! Thank you for enjoying this journey with us and making the successes worthwhile! Looking forward to embracing the challenges of 2025 with renewed energy!

31/12/2024
Sometimes these fairytale moments feel a little like an out of body experience...watching the events unfold a little lik...
02/12/2024

Sometimes these fairytale moments feel a little like an out of body experience...watching the events unfold a little like a movie where you really cant predict the ending.
What can we actually say??? Where do you even begin???
Quid Pro Quo...you are a legend...the best of the best. A God given blessing who has brought us so much joy and proven over and over again how there are things are so much bigger than us and no matter who might doubt you, you will show them that you can! We trust and believe the best is still to come!
Pierre Strydom, thank you for stepping up and taking on the challenge of a feisty filly who was racing against the odds and proving that she truly is as good as everyone believes she is!
Gerald and Karen Kalil, your unending trust in us has culminated in a true fairy tale and we look forward to continuing this journey with you and our miracle filly!
Barend, our driving force and main man. We know this journey has been testing at times and your devotion to doing whats best for everyone doesn't go unnoticed. Your dedication to the stables, your owners and getting the best out of the horses you train is unmatched and you deserve every single success and these victories!!!
Simone, having a vet resident and present every day definitely has its benefits and your dedication to the yard and horses is valued.
Donald, Skhoko and the team at home...thank you for the hours you put in to make sure our horses are looking and feeling their best. This girl definitely demands that little extra and your hard work is appreciated.
The outside team who make sure our girl is always fine... Andrew Fortune, thank you for stepping in to keep the girl on her toes outside of races. Albie, for making sure her feet are always looking their best and Roxy Hanson for keeping her muscles tweaked and her body fine tuned. We appreciate the efforts of everyone involved...
To her fans and our loyal supporters, thank you for cheering our girl on and helping to carry her over the line in spirit!
Finally to our sponsors World Sports Betting and Steven Karam for following us across the country and the continued support!
Here's raising a glass to the future!!!

30/11/2024
The day has finally arrived and we couldn't be more excited!  Care Forgot features in race 6 the Betway Fillies Mile (Gr...
30/11/2024

The day has finally arrived and we couldn't be more excited! Care Forgot features in race 6 the Betway Fillies Mile (Grade 3) with Sean Veale (Owner Mr LM Michael) and Quid Pro Quo in race 7 the Betway Dingaans (Grade 2) with Pierre Strydom (Owner Mr GC Kalil).
Both fillies are fit and well and working exceptionally at home and we look forward to taking on these fields today!
Thank you to our owners, supports and our sponsors World Sports Betting for the continued support!
We hope to see you at the races!!!

Business as usual at Botes Racing as we count down the days to the Betway Summer Cup.  We have 2 fillies running on the ...
26/11/2024

Business as usual at Botes Racing as we count down the days to the Betway Summer Cup. We have 2 fillies running on the day and the excitement is real!!!
Care Forgot will take on a strong field in race 6, the Betway Fillies Mile under Sean Veale and she is looking fantastic.
Quid Pro Quo will take on the boys in race 7, the Betway Dingaans, under the expert guidance of Pierre Strydom and we are very excited to see her back on track where she belongs!
We look forward to a lovely days racing with our owners and supporters!
Thank you to our sponsors World Sports Betting

Fantastic ride from Savannah Valjallo for our first win back in Gauteng.  Well done to all connections and thank you to ...
21/11/2024

Fantastic ride from Savannah Valjallo for our first win back in Gauteng. Well done to all connections and thank you to our sponsors Steven Karam and World Sports Betting!

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⭐️ MY ONE AND ONLY (Act Of War - Island Girl)
Owner(s): Messrs C, G M & S G Barkhuizen, K R Wood, W J Coates, Q Thaver, Mr & Mrs P A Michaelides
Breeder: Blue Sky Thoroughbreds
Trainer: Barend Botes
Jockey: Savanna Valjalo

Thank you Steven Karam and World Sports Betting!  Well done to all connections and thank you for the continued support
21/11/2024

Thank you Steven Karam and World Sports Betting! Well done to all connections and thank you for the continued support

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