Summer Cup 2026 Betting Guide
The Summer Cup 2026 is on Saturday 28 November at Turffontein, so there is time to prepare. Below are the horses still in, the key dates and, in addition, the best offers for the day.
HollywoodbetsR25 free bet + 50 free spinsNo deposit needed · 18+ · T&Cs applyClaimHorses to Watch
38 horses are still in. However, the field is cut to 20 on 17 November, so our tips go up here after the draw. Meanwhile, the Victory Moon Stakes on 8 November has fed into the Summer Cup before, and our Victory Moon Stakes guide has the details.
Won last year at 40/1 and is therefore back to defend the title for Frank Robinson.
Top of the entries for Stuart Ferrie, and therefore he will carry the most weight.
Meanwhile, Gareth van Zyl’s runner sits second on the entries list.
Justin Snaith’s runner, third on the entries list.
Glen Kotzen’s entry, near the top of the weights.
Eight entries, Splittheeights among them. As a result, expect a few to make the final 20.
Entries from Race Coast, second entries stage, 5 Nov 2026. Latest: Summer Cup 2026 entries news.
Hollywoodbets sign up
Claim R25 + 50 free spinsJoin Hollywoodbets in two minutes, no promo code neededNew customers · 18+ · T&Cs apply
Summer Cup 2026 Key Dates
Final entries close at 9am, and the weights also come out the same day.
Declarations close at 11am. After that, the final 20 and the barrier draw are announced.
Where to Bet on the Summer Cup
All racing sites →Offers were checked 4 Nov 2026, but they can change. 18+ only.
Racing at HollywoodbetsGet R25 free and bet on the racingNew customers get R25 free plus 50 free spins, with no promo code needed.Join and claim18+ · T&Cs apply
Tickets from R100
General admission starts at R100, and music and entertainment come on top of a full card of racing. Also, book through the official site.
Get ticketsA Joburg Race Since 1887
The Summer Cup was first run in June 1887 as the Johannesburg Turf Club Handicap, over 3200m and for £250. Since 1910 it has been run over 2000m, and it has carried its current name since 2000.
Today, it is a Grade 1 handicap for three year olds and up, and Betway has sponsored it since 2022. Because it is a handicap, the weights give outsiders a real chance. In addition, big fields make the prices longer. For example, last year Mocha Blend won at 40/1.
Summer Cup 2026 FAQ
When is the Summer Cup 2026?
Saturday 28 November 2026, at TAB Turffontein in Johannesburg. Meanwhile, the final field and the draw come out on Tuesday 17 November.
How much is the Summer Cup worth?
R6 million in total, with R3.45 million to the winner. Consequently, it is one of the richest races in Africa.
Who won the Summer Cup last year?
Mocha Blend, at 40/1. However, Mocha Blend is entered again this year.