The National Horseracing Authority of Southern Africa (the NHA) confirms noting the comments made by Jockey Grant van Niekerk in a post-race interview following Race 2 at Hollywoodbets Durbanville on Wednesday, 26 March 2025. 

In view of these inter alia derogatory comments against the NHA, referencing an Inquiry that was held on Tuesday, 25 March 2025, into his riding of ALL OUT FOR SIX in Race 8 at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth on 16 March 2025, the Chief Executive has implemented the provisions of Rule 91.2, effectively that Jockey Grant van Niekerk has been placed under an immediate interim suspension and has been replaced on his remaining rides.

An Inquiry has been opened into this matter.

Vee Moodley

Chief Executive