Horse racing in South Africa goes back more than a century. The country’s major meetings like the Vodacom Durban July and Cape Metropolitan Stakes show the rich tradition in racing and breeding, but there’s mixed performance when viewed against larger global markets. South Africa’s industry is shaped by its own economic conditions and betting culture, and it’s adjusting to changes in domestic demand and international competition.

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