Race Overview
 
SONODA   21 May 2026
NUM TIME COMMENT
1 10:40 Race 1 1400m
LA LA PASSAGE (3) finished seventh two runs back then did well last start but found a couple better over 1400m at this track, beaten only 1.5 lengths after being in the firing line on the bend. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. MEPHISTO (5) returned from a spell two weeks ago when finishing ninth here. Likely improver with strong prospects. EL HIERRO (10) finished fourth over 1400m at this track two weeks ago. Looks well placed so expect a big run this time. GARO (6) missed the frame last start over in sixth. Better placed in this and there's no surprise to see her in the frame.
2 11:10 Race 2 1400m
KAKOGAN (8) missed the frame last start in fourth. Best figures measure up nicely. Can run well. NISHINO FOUR LEAF (9) was in the money two starts back at this track but was unable to repeat the effort last time. Has his share of ability and deserves consideration in this suitable race. SATIN BODICE (2) finished fourth last start over 1400m at this track, an improvement on her seventh at this track the run before. Best figures measure up nicely. Sure to run well. FACE NINE (10) hasn't been able to break through for an extended period, the latest effort a fifth here. Well placed and can run a better race.
3 11:40 Race 3 1400m
ARCHAIC (5) is still a maiden after five runs. Was popular in betting last time out but didn't live up to market expectations, finishing fourth here after she was well back on straightening. Rates highly in this field and can turn things around. TAISHIN (1) was in the firing line on the corner and ran a better race last start to finish a close second here after missing the placings at the previous appearance. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. TRUE BEAUTY (3) was out of the money last start over 820m at this track but finds a more suitable race this time. SUN AND THE MOON (8) finished sixth last time after turning a long way off them. In the mix here.
4 12:10 Race 4 1400m
SANNEN HANAGUMI (9) sat on the pace before tiring to be beaten 1.75 lengths into fourth when resuming over this track and trip last time out. Will be handy despite the tricky draw. Likely to feature. A SHIN JIKOKUTEN (2) is close to breaking through after three consecutive placings, the latest coming when third over 820m at this track. Should be prominent from the low draw. Looks well placed this line-up so expect another big run. HIDEGAMI QUEEN (4) showed good early speed when resuming last start over this journey before finishing second, beaten less than a length. Ready to go one better. LOVELY LORA (10) finished fifth over 1400m at this track last time out. Likely improver with strong top-three prospects.
5 12:40 Race 5 820m
TAGANO GRIGIO (2) managed to find the placings at this track two starts back when resuming before finishing fourth over 820m at this track last start. Finds a nice race and this might be his day. NISHINO KARIUDO (4) did little in tenth over 1230m at this track last start, a less impressive effort than the run before. More suitable assignment this time. MEINER SPICA (12) has struggled to threaten of late but this is a thin contest, so keeping safe. MADAM LADYBUG (1) was in the money two starts back at this track but was unable to repeat the effort last time. Better placed and should be thereabouts.
6 01:10 Race 6 820m
MON SHUTTLE (4) drew wide and was pretty plain last time out when 3.5 lengths from the winner in fifth at this course and distance. Better than last start and open to sharp improvement. IRON OVERCOME (9) finished fourth after being prominent at the corner at her latest appearance over 820m at this track. Finds a suitable assignment this time and is a great chance to break through. ASHANTE GIRL (3) has struggled to threaten of late but this looks a more suitable assignment. WELCOME KIRISHIMA (1) turned in a better run last start in sixth over 820m at this track. No surprise to see her in the mix.
7 01:40 Race 7 1400m
NOBLE LINER (7) comes here off a break of four months. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a spell last time in work over 1600m at Niigata. Capable of playing a major role. HANUMAN (3) was in commission second up last start and was in the frame for the second time in as many runs this prep, finishing third over 1400m at this track. Good chance to break through. YODONO ROOKIE (10) was allowed to drift back from a wide draw last time out then found the line strongly to grab second over 1400m at this track. Will be doing his best work late. AKAKICHINO ELEVEN (1) has struggled to threaten of late but can sneak a minor spot on best form.
8 02:10 Race 8 1700m
EMERGENCE (7) raced on the speed and kept going to score comfortably when resuming last time out over 1400m at this track. Taking on a better line-up this time but he deserves plenty of thought. LUX ECLAIR (5) showed good early dash at the first run after a spell last time out and led for most of the way before being claimed and finishing third over 1870m at this track. Expected to be in this for a long way. ANDERMATT (2) gave a sight here last time, leading until late before finishing fourth and beaten 2.75 lengths over 1400m. Sure to be hard to catch. HERCULES TOWER (1) won at this track two starts ago but was below his best at a more recent appearance. Well placed to turn things around.
9 02:45 Race 9 1400m
BELLAGIO GULF (1) is back from a spell of four months. Put together six wins prior to the break, the latest at Himeji over 1400m. Has a great record at this journey with six wins from seven starts and is among the leading chances. SMILE CLARK (2) is in top form with three wins on end, the most recent an effortless 2 lengths victory over 1400m at this track three weeks ago. Has good early toe so he should be handy in the run. Will prove tough to beat. LILY OF THE HEART (6) finished sixth last time out over 1230m at this track. Has peaks that can measure up. CHERRY RUSSIAN (7) is racing well and is close to a win, the latest effort a solid third at this track over 1400m. In the mix.
10 03:20 Race 10 1400m
WAKINO FLASH (3) was a most impressive winner last time over 1400m at this track, scoring by 4 lengths. Has been in sound form this prep with a win and a placing from four starts. Expected to feature. GUTI (7) pushed forward last time and boxed on to finish third. Best figures measure up. EXPLORE BEST (4) lines up on the back of a fifth here. Has sound form here at this trip with five wins and 23 minor placings from 58 runs. Can give this a shake. ESALTARE (1) was safely held when sixth last time, after a win at this track at the previous outing. Worth another chance.
11 03:55 Race 11 1230m
KING SPICA (7) did a great job to score over this course and distance last time out to continue his outstanding recent form. Likely to be there at the finish again. FAIRY BLUE (9) has put together back-to-back placings after scoring three back at Himeji, most recently beaten 2.25 lengths into third over 1230m at this track when she was in the firing line all the way. Nicely placed to give this a mighty shake. KIKUNO LE MEILLEUR (12) scored last start at this track to make it five wins and two placings from 10 starts this campaign. Record at this track is strong. Sure to be competitive. GRAND RUTILE (1) got the prize two runs ago but was not as effective last time out when fourth here. Best figures measure up so deserves another chance.
12 04:30 Race 12 1400m
MEISHO MAGOICHI (6) scored by a neck last start over this journey at this track. Has a solid record at this course and distance, including three wins and two placings. In form and should go well again. SPRIGGAN (9) took advantage of the good draw when resuming from a spell last start and led for much of the way before finishing second. Expected to measure up again. TAMBA AZUKI (2) made a nice return last time out to finish second and beaten only a neck over this course and distance. Sure to run well again. IO SEA ONE (5) looks close to a win, finishing in the placings at her last couple of runs including a second most recently when beaten a neck. Must be included in calculations.