Vaal today - important announcement
Racing scheduled for the Vaal today, 11 November, has been abandoned due to a waterlogged track.
After a further 36mm of rain overnight, a panel made up of Stipes, Trainers, Jockeys, Vets and Phumelela representatives decided to gallop three horses this morning.
After convening for feedback following the gallop, it was decided to abandon the meeting.
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