The 52nd edition of the SA Derby will continue to be sponsored by Cell C through their new entertainment offering, black.<\/p>\n
While the in-arena action is expected to be of the utmost quality and thrill, the out of arena action is what\u2019s got everyone abuzz.<\/p>
The fun will start at 9am on September 26.<\/p>\n
Whether it be vet checks, course walks or classes for the youngsters, the show grounds will start to buzz with the thrill that is known as the SA Derby, presented by black.<\/p>
The highlight as always, the South African 1.50m Derby final at noon on September 30, will be rocking a strictly smart \u201cSpring in the Hamptons\u201d dress code and an epic official after party featuring A-list South African artists Rubber Duc, Goodluck, Georgetown, Ultramel, Tomorrow\u2019s Will, Kyle Worde and Greg Walsh.<\/p>\n
Having partnered with G&G Productions, Kyalami Park Club chairperson Jan Kleynhans said that this year will be the best yet.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve addressed the challenges of previous years and have tackled them head-on.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re allowing our experts to focus on what they do best, the horse side of things.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve then partnered with strategic brand and festival specialists G&G Productions so they can focus on the action attractions outside of the competitions underway, including the marketing, VIP Champagne Village, VVIP suites, food and retail village and overall public experience and flow.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve decreased the number of grandstand tickets available to 70 per cent of 2017, ensuring far better comfort and an extremely sought after and exclusive affair.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe welcome everyone to join us in their Spring in the Hamptons Sunday best as Kyalami Park Club is set alight on September 30,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
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ALSO READ:<\/span><\/p>\n Great equestrian action leads to success of festival<\/a><\/p>\n First place for Tannith<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Four-time Derby winner and Team Nissan showjumping captain Barry Taylor said this is absolutely the place you want to be seen.<\/p>\n \u201cThe SA Derby is the equestrian calendar highlight for us showjumpers with the courses being of the highest standard.<\/p>\n \u201cI am extremely excited for this year\u2019s event, most especially the after party where the riders will get to mingle with fans and dance the night away,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n G&G Productions CEO Greg Walsh is no stranger to the equestrian game having competed at the highest level in children\u2019s and juniors.<\/p>\n He now also finds himself engaged to two time SA Derby winner Jade Hooke.<\/p>\n Greg is beyond excited by the partnership.<\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019ve attended at least 10 Derbies and am proud to have my company partner with and strategise for something so close to my heart.<\/p>\n \u201cOver 15 years, G&G Productions has produced some of South Africa\u2019s largest and most successful events and festivals, including Rage Festival, BMW M Festival, Sensation, Pure & Crafted SA and many more.<\/p>\n \u201cWe intend to bring all of our combined learning and experience to create a sensational SA Derby 2018, presented by black,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n For more information about the SA Derby visit www.thederby.co.za.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Have a story?<\/strong><\/p>\n Contact the newsroom by emailing: Melissa Hart (Editor)\u00a0<\/span>germistoncitynews@caxton.co.za <\/a><\/strong>or Leigh Hodgson (News Editor)\u00a0<\/span>leighh@caxton.co.za<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>or\u00a0Kgotsofalang Mashilo (journalist)\u00a0kgotsofalangm@caxton.co.za<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Remember to visit the Germiston City News on the following social media platforms:<\/p>\n Facebook<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Twitter<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Instagram<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n YouTube\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Or add the GCN on\u00a0<\/b><\/span>WhatsApp 079 406 1181<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>or\u00a0BBM (BBM Pin: 7F102137)<\/strong>\u00a0<\/b><\/span>today, to get all the latest news.<\/p>\n Catch-up on more local news with our sister newspapers\u00a0<\/span>Bedfordview Edenvale News<\/a><\/strong>,\u00a0<\/span>Alberton Record<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span>Kempton Express.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n