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Timeform South Africa SmartPlays: Monday 20 January

Horses at the winning post
The South African action on Monday comes from Flamingo Park

"...sets the bar high in this contest."

Timeform on Spike Wells

Timeform identify three bets at Flamingo Park on Monday..

#1 Bright Flame - Flamingo Park R6 (13:25 GMT)

Bright Flame won twice at this course last year and ran just as well when third here earlier this month. He has a good record at this track and must be taken seriously in this contest. Roquebrune and Olofberg have both run well recently and look the most likely dangers.

#2 Spike Wells - Flamingo Park R7 (14:05 GMT)

Spike Wells turned in a career best when winning a handicap at this course by seven-and-a-half lengths earlier this month, taking his form to a new level, and sets the bar high in this contest. Keanan's Rock looks the pick for second, while Manaftermidnight is another with solid place claims.

#9 Hazel Eyes - Flamingo Park (14:40 GMT)

Hazel Eyes got off the mark with a dominant performance here in November and, though she ran below form on her latest outing, she should take plenty of beating if arriving in peak condition. Regal Ruby has a good chance on the pick of her form and shades the vote for second, while Kildonan Princess is another to bear in mind for the minor prize money.

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