Gold Cup Greyville 2027: Date, Winners and Where to Bet
The Gold Cup is South Africa’s big staying race and it closes the Durban season. So here is the date, the race facts, the recent winners and where to bet.
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First, he won at 25/1 for jockey Chad Little and trainer Glen Kotzen, ahead of Ahead Of The Facts.
Next, he won at 5/4 for Gareth van Zyl and jockey S Khumalo, by one length from Holding Thumbs.
Overall, results come from Sporting Life and Sporting Life. The 2027 date is provisional, so check the official fixtures.
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The Gold Cup is a Grade 3 over 3200m at Greyville, and it was first run in 1920. It is held on the last weekend of July, so it ends the Durban season. In 2025 and 2026 the meeting ran on a Sunday, which is why our provisional date for 2027 is Sunday 25 July.
The race used to carry a higher grade. For example, it was a Grade 1 until it dropped to Grade 2 in 2016 and then to Grade 3 in 2017. However, it is still the defining staying race on the local calendar.
Jockey Felix Coetzee holds the record with eight wins. Meanwhile, the 2026 result was a surprise, as Holding Thumbs won at 25/1. Also, Holding Thumbs is a name to know, because he is entered for the Summer Cup.
Gold Cup Greyville FAQ
When is the Gold Cup at Greyville?
The Gold Cup is run on the last weekend of July at Greyville. Therefore, our provisional date for 2027 is Sunday 25 July, but check the official fixtures.
How far is the Gold Cup?
The race is over 3200m on the turf. In addition, it is a real test of stamina.
Who won the Gold Cup in 2026?
Holding Thumbs won at 25/1, ridden by Chad Little for trainer Glen Kotzen. As a result, he beat Ahead Of The Facts and Jazz Cafe.
Who won the Gold Cup in 2025?
King Pelles won at 5/4 for trainer Gareth van Zyl. Also, S Khumalo rode him, and the winner earned R593,752.
Who has ridden the most Gold Cup winners?
Felix Coetzee has the record, with eight wins. Besides, he broke the old record of seven in 2012.