Race Overview
 
SAGA   15 March 2026
NUM TIME COMMENT
1 03:15 Race 1 1300m
SPHENE TESORO (6) followed an unplaced effort first-up two runs back with a third last start over 1400m at this track after being in contention on the turn. Nicely placed to find winning ways. YTTERBIUM (2) is a four-start maiden who has been in the money at his last couple of runs, the latest when second over 1400m at this track. Yoshiki Yamada has registered two minor placings when on board. Sure to run well. RYUNO PETIT (1) is a five-start maiden who is knocking on the door, the latest effort a solid third at this track over 1300m. Ideally placed to shed the maiden tag. DADDY'S THANKS (8) finished eighth two runs back then did well last start but found one better over 1300m at this track, beaten only half a length. Likely improver who looks sure to play a big role.
2 03:50 Race 2 1300m
BENDYUGA (4) scored at his most recent appearance, getting home by 6 lengths over 1400m at this track as favourite. That continued the very strong form this campaign, with two wins from three runs. Top chance again. KEN BRIDGE KNIGHT (5) has put together back-to-back placings, the latest when 3 lengths away in third over 1400m at this track when he was handy all the way. Nicely placed to feature in the finish. DOTTO GET (9) led throughout last start to score an effortless 2.5 lengths win over 1400m at this track. Form this track is hard to knock with two wins from four starts. One of the main contenders. LEGENDIZE (6) finished 10 lengths from the winner in ninth at his most recent outing over 1300m at this track. Finds a suitable assignment this time and can improve.
3 04:25 Race 3 1400m
RAIU (6) was comfortably accounted for when second last time out over 1400m at this track, beaten 3 lengths after being prominent at the turn. That followed a win at this track at the previous outing. Nicely placed to return to winning form. PIENO D'AMORE (3) finished fourth two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1300m at this track, beaten 3 lengths after being prominent at the bend. Looks well placed so expect another big run. MARIETTY (4) hasn't been able to break through for an extended period, the latest effort a sixth over 1400m at this track. Well placed and there is no reason she cannot return to winning ways. M'S MAN (10) turned in a better run last start, beaten 5.5 lengths into fourth over 1300m at this track. Suitably placed so can turn things around.
4 05:00 Race 4 1400m
CLEAN SLATE (8) was safely held when second last time out over 1300m at this track, beaten 4 lengths after being in contention on the bend. That followed a win at this track at the previous outing. Suitably placed so anticipating a better run this time. CHESUTO IKE (6) was prominent until they straightened last time but weakened to finish fourth over 1400m at this track. Well placed on this occasion and gets her chance to break the ice. RUMILLION (9) finished second two runs back at this track then improved last time out to score by half a length over 1300m at this track. Finds a suitable race and can figure in the finish. GATLIN TESORO (1) is coming off a last-start fifth, beaten 2.5 lengths, over 1400m at this track. This sets up nicely.
5 05:30 Race 5 1400m
MEINER DANK (1) has strung together a couple of wins at this track, the latest on February 25 over 1300m when he scored by 2 lengths. Winning rider Ren Hasegawa retains the mount. Finds a suitable race and can build on recent success. KASHINO MENKOCHAN (8) progressed nicely last time out to finish just 1.5 lengths from the winner in third over 1400m at this track after being prominent at the corner. Finds a suitable race and can play a major role. NISHINO ENDEAVOR (10) doesn't boast the best winning strike rate but ran a nice race last time out, finishing second and beaten only 1.3 lengths over 1400m at this track after being in contention on the corner. Looks well placed so expect a big run this time. TIPSY WORLD (2) has put together back-to-back placings after scoring three back at this track, most recently beaten 3 lengths into third over 1400m at this track. Nicely placed to play a big role.
6 06:05 Race 6 1400m
DERMA BEELZEBUB (10) has been a regular in the winners' stall of late including last start in dominant fashion over 1400m at this track. Winning rider Yoshiki Yamada retains the mount. Needs to be at his best to beat this field but he can win again. A SHIN ENBARR (7) scored at his most recent appearance, getting home by one length over 1400m at this track. That continued the solid form this campaign, with three wins and three minor placings from nine runs. Big chance once again. ULTRA NO HOSHI (5) is in winning form after scoring as favourite last time out by one length over 1300m at this track. Boasts seven wins here. Shinsuke Ishikawa who has three wins when partnering stays on. Certainly one to consider. LORD MIDNIGHT (8) finished second at this track two runs back but didn't measure up last time over 1400m at Himeji, finishing 19 lengths back in 11th. Looks well placed so expect a better run this time.
7 06:40 Race 7 1400m
SMILE BROCKEN (9) scored by 2 lengths over this distance at this track last time out. Yet to miss the placings here in an excellent record which boasts three wins and two placings. Among the leading chances. REEF AQUARIUM (7) was in contention all the way and fought on for second last start over 1300m at this track, making it two minor placings in a row. Has good early speed. Finds a suitable race and can go on to take this out. RINEN DRIVE (4) doesn't win out of turn but ran a nice race last time out over 1400m at this track, finishing fourth and beaten 1.5 lengths. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. MANA MAKANA (2) has been in the money at her last couple of runs, the latest when third over 1400m at this track. Generally performs well here and has registered three minor placings. Too good to ignore.
8 07:10 Race 8 1400m
MAJOR TESORO (3) was heavily backed and justified the support when resuming last start over 1400m at this track, scoring by 2.5 lengths. Open to plenty of improvement and will be a tough nut to crack again. KURINO MEISTER (2) is ready to win after another minor placing last start, finishing second over 1750m at this track. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. CROWN FREED (5) has been in the money at his last couple of runs, the latest when second over 1400m at this track. Change of rider to Ren Hasegawa who has two wins when aboard. Sure to be competitive. RURI O (10) was beaten 4.5 lengths into sixth in a 1400m contest at this track at his latest appearance. Finds a nice race and can bounce back.
9 07:40 Race 9 1400m
HUSTLER (6) continued a hot streak of form, winning over 1300m at this track last start to make it five straight. Same winning combination as last time and can measure up again. KEIAI ANTARES (7) was a gutsy winner last time over 1400m at this track, scoring by half a length and making it four wins in a row. Rates well and among the chances again. PAWA POKE CHAMP (4) went forward last start over 1400m at this track and held on well for second, beaten half a length. Should settle handy in the run. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. O K SMILE (3) improved last start to finish second over 1800m at this track. Suitably placed so she can figure again.
10 08:10 Race 10 1400m
REVIDENT (8) made it three wins in a row last time out when she scored by 1.3 lengths over 1400m at this track. Well placed and there is no reason she cannot score again. DAIHASSHU (2) is in sparkling form, scoring at his last three starts, the latest win coming over 1400m at this track. Same track and trip and looks tough to beat again. GLYGLYGLY JIRO (4) booted up from the inside draw to lead and was there on straightening but weakened out if late when beaten 4.5 lengths into eighth over 1300m at this track. Will push forward and is among the chances. G T SAINT (6) doesn't win out of turn but ran a nice race last time out over 1300m at this track, finishing fourth and beaten 2 lengths. Sure to be in the mix.
11 08:40 Race 11 1300m
HAGAKURENO HATA (4) has not raced since being well supported on her debut on December 6 over 900m at this track when she finished sixth, beaten 7 lengths. Big chance with race experience now on board. KIRISHIMA MAKFI (1) is a three-year-old colt by Makfi out of Air Email set to debut for the Hisami Yano stable. Looks set to run well. Betting holds the key. PINK SOUTHPAW (8) is yet to break through in four runs. Finished fifth at her last appearance over 1400m at this track on February 28. Solid top-three chance on her best figures. BELLAGIO MARCUS (7) could only manage to finish seventh, beaten 8 lengths, at his latest appearance over 1400m at this track. Should be about the money.