I Can't Tell You Why 😉

Good morning, punters.

This week’s title comes from a truly special song by a legendary band. The question being: "I Can't Tell You Why."

So, what could the answers be? 🤔

We’re a racing and sporting website, but with Donald Trump now unleashed from the White House, the world has taken a dramatic turn. Politics dominates conversations more than ever.

The Big Question:
Is it all bad, or could some good come from it?

It’s fair for Trump to question where US money 💰 is going, especially when sending aid to South Africa. But where exactly is that money ending up?

Is it genuinely helping the poor, the hungry, and the jobless? Or is it being stuffed into couches? 🤔

Why are we witnessing so many wars? Can Trump truly be a catalyst for world peace, or is he simply trying to take over?

Why do court cases that should be finalised seem to drag on forever? Zuma and Bester are perfect examples. 😡

Why is the SA Defence Force involved in conflicts up north when we can’t even secure our own borders? As Rambo would say: "Order more body bags." 😢

Why do so many South Africans still lack jobs or even access to water?

Why does SA not have the death penalty?

We all get frustrated when our horse or team loses, but nothing compares to a visit to the Department of Home Affairs. That takes frustration to another level!

My experiences there are well documented, but surely sabotage must be considered when their computer systems are down so frequently? This issue requires urgent attention and investigation.

Who benefits from this constant "offline" situation? It’s totally unacceptable.

Why is there no manual collection system in place during these extended downtimes? It’s beyond belief—customers are left staring at staff members in a face-off of growing anger. 😀

But let me climb down from my high horse 🐎 before my operation on Thursday and focus on what matters most…

Cheltenham – Just 4 Weeks Away!
It’s Willie Mullins vs the bookies, and what a battle it promises to be. The only way to stop him might be to take a leaf out of Trump’s book and slap high tariffs on Irish visitors. 😉

Four days of world-class racing await:

Day One Highlights:

🏇 Supreme Novices’ Hurdle: Kopek Des Bordes (Mullins)
🏇 Arkle Chase: With Sir Gino scratched, Majborough (Mullins) looks strong.
🏇 Mares’ Hurdle & Champion Hurdle:

If Brighterdaysahead goes for the Mares’ Hurdle, she should win.
If she goes for the Champion Hurdle, she’ll need to beat Constitution Hill.
Lossiemouth could shake things up in either race.
State Man will contest the Champion Hurdle for Mullins alongside Lossiemouth.

Day Two Highlights:

🏇 Turners Novices’ Chase: Final Demand (Mullins), with The New Lion as the danger.
🏇 Brown Advisory Chase: Ballyburn (Mullins)
🏇 Champion Chase: Jonbon

Day Three Highlights:

🏇 Ryanair Hurdle: Mullins has three entries, but it’s not cut and dry—Maughreen could be the best.
🏇 Ryanair Chase: Fact to File (Mullins) looks set to bypass the Gold Cup for this race.
🏇 Stayers’ Hurdle: Teahupoo is the one to beat, with Home By The Lee a live threat.

Day Four Highlights:

🏇 Mares’ Chase: Dinoblue (Mullins) faces a tough contest.
🏇 Gold Cup: There’s no doubt—Galopin Des Champs is one of the greats for Mullins.

Final Thoughts
With four weeks to go, things can still change, so keep a close eye on developments. 👀

And finally, it’s been 35 years since Mandela’s release… OMG. 😢🙏 One wonders if he’s truly resting in peace… 🫣

Good punting! 👍

🎵



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The only good that will come out of Trump being the President is that the rich will get richer, the poor will become destitute and the racists will love be happy

This years Cheltenham will have its shock winners but as you say Mullins will take the most home.

Langer Dan and Croke Park a 230/1 double not to be sneezed at

Dont know what op you are having but here’s hoping that it’s a roaring success

Thanks for the write up Dave.

Make sure Sue packs in a bottle of Jonnie Walker for the Hospital. Ice chips are always available.

Every now and then the world is changed dramatically. Trump is doing that at the moment. As we reach 9 billion people and Africa/Indian Sub Continent population booms/ Islamic extremism will fuel whackadoos. AI has the ability to enrich the world but will be missed by Africa. So Trump if not assaisnated will they the foundations for a new world order in the next 4 years. There is also talk of changing the consitiution to allow him to run again in 4 years time. In a time of great unrest a Benvolent dictator may be what is needed.
As for SA. The politics is a tragedy playing out while the clown from Rinkie Dink circus run the country. Not one party is making a postive difference in our lives. This week the huge divide between Blacks 50 million and Whites 4 million was on full display once again.
Mandela may have been proud of his party in 2004 but in 2025 he would say lets get a mulligan and try again. We fcuked this up.

Dave's op went well, apart from when he laughs.... Has been kept in overnight though!

Good morning Clan and had my Hernia operation yesterday. 
Can't really remember much.
A young lass says you can try and keep your eyes open Mr Scott, the next thing she was bringing me back to the living with a brace around my waist and a pair of knee high tights.
Pics on request only.

However coughing or sneezing was not recommended and a laugh would have me in stitches.


I had a couple of heavy injection 💉 to make me sleep and let me have a nice dream.
I had 3 wrist straps all different colours and was guessing one for owners trainers, one parade ring and one for Hollywood box. 🤣
Just on my way for a Dave's special and the nurse asked to check my blood pressure. 😢

Should see the surgeon this morning and get the all clear and the I am off......

So things can only get better 😌 
Have to take it easy ..



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