Thousands of spectators flocked to the mining town of Dundee in KwaZulu-Natal for the Dundee-July this weekend.
Isichomane came up trumps in the horse race, just ahead of defending champion, Nxakanxaka.
Spectators were also treated to a range of festivities including fashion and dance.
The 13th leg of the rural horse racing event was even bigger and more competitive this year.
For 17-year old jockey, Nkosinami Lujiva, it was a day he’ll never forget. He entered the race for the first time, and stunned when his horse defeated the title defender.
Fashion lovers were not left out. KwaZulu-Natal designers show-cased their crafts.
It will be gallops and glam at the 2018 Dundee July. Slay your own trail in your trendy & edgy outfit and get those heads turning! #DundeeJuly2018 #Iamfree pic.twitter.com/1UauG4nJBG
— Dundee July 2018 (@DundeeJuly2018) July 13, 2018
The race is unique for keeping the competition more traditional and rural. It prefers standard-bred horses, who trot, as opposed to gallop, like in other horse races.
The KwaZulu-Natal government is excited about the noticeable growth of the event. Its positive turnout also boosts the local economy.
This year’s record-breaking stake of one million rand saw most jockeys receiving more money. The popular event is expected to be even bigger next year.
Scores of people have flocked to Dundee to experience the 2018 Dundee July. The racing has begun on a high note, with The HOD Mr Ntokozo Chonco Department Sport and Recreation handing out the prizes to the winners#dundejuly2018 pic.twitter.com/KAapChcjCR
— KZNDeptSport&Rec (@KZNDSRSA) July 21, 2018
