KAWASAKI   14 May 2026
 
GOING:

Race 9 1600m

Track:      

Strong tempo with Saddle, Esprit Gonzalez and Proofreader leading the way. MIYABI CRY (12) scored at his most recent appearance, getting home by half a length over 1600m at this track. That continued the very strong form this campaign, with two wins from three outings. Big chance once again. STEEL WILL (1) has been in the money at his last couple of runs, the latest when second over 1500m at Urawa. Key runner who should feature in the finish. SADDLE (14) has been in the market at his last couple of starts but hasn't made an impression, last start finishing ninth over 1600m at this track. Rates highly on best figures and can do much better. PROOFREADER (5) progressed nicely last start to finish a close second over 1600m at this track after missing the placings at the previous appearance. Looks to be in the right race so expect another big run.
1 x6932 STEEL WILL
NAOYUKI AKIYAMA
6YO  GREY  GELDING 56.0KG
Carrot Farm Co. Ltd.
Racing well recently. At the latest run 2nd of 10 at Urawa on April 21 over 1500m, 2 len behind Uwasano Anoko with 56kg at $2.60. Before that ran on from midfield; 3rd of 14 at this track on April 9 over 1600m, 2.5 len behind Miyabi Cry carrying 56kg at $23.80. The inside barrier is a real bonus.
1
WADA JOJI
RED,WHITE ZIGZAG CHEVRON,PURPLE SLEEVES, White cap
2 52080 CITRON VERT
KAZUMI TAKEI
5YO  DK B  HORSE 53.0KG
Hidaka Breeders Union Co. Ltd.
Comes off a 35 day let-up. At the latest run 12th of 14 at this track on April 9 over 1600m, 11 len behind Miyabi Cry with 56kg at $69.60. The race before that 8th of 10 at this track on March 5 over 2000m, 17 len behind Jasper Jet carrying 56kg at $41. Prefer to see.
2
YU MAKOTO KATO
DENIM, SKY BLUE RIGHT SASH, STRIPE SLEEVES, Black cap
3 31736 CIEL LA VICTOIRE
SUNAO YAMADA
6YO  BAY  MARE 54.0KG

Last start 6th of 10 at Urawa on April 21 over 1400m, 11 len behind Sanono Tarumae with 54kg at $10.30. The race before that raced on speed throughout when 3rd of 10 at this track on April 10 over 1400m, 4 len behind Derma Purusa carrying 54kg at $23.60. Draws well but looks safely held.
3
HIROTO ITO
GREEN, WHITE DOUBLE BAND, MEDIUM BLUE SLEEVES, WHITE ARMBANDS, Red cap
4 78789 IDEA NO KISEKI
YOSHIKAZU KANUMA
7YO  BROWN  HORSE 55.0KG
Syuichi Masuda
At the latest run second last of 10 at Urawa on April 21 over 1500m, 14 len behind Uwasano Anoko carrying 56kg at $34.70. Before that 8th of 11 at Funabashi on March 30 over 1200m, 7 len behind Genki Ippai carrying 56kg at $74.40. Others preferred at this stage.
4
HARUTO NAKAYAMA
WHITE, NAVY BAND, SLEEVES, WHITE HOOPS, Red cap
5 06842 PROOFREADER
SEIICHI KATO
5YO  CHESTNUT  HORSE 56.0KG
Yasuji Yoshioka
Racing well recently. Comes here off a 35-day let-up. Last start tried to lead throughout but was claimed late 2nd of 14 at this track on April 9 over 1600m, 0.5 len behind Miyabi Cry with 56kg at $12.10. Before that 4th of 7 at Urawa on March 17 over 1500m, 7 len behind Toma with 56kg at $21.40. Capable of a strong showing.
5
TAKAYUKI YANO
WHITE, RED DIAMOND CHECKS, GREEN SLEEVES, Blue cap
6 96438 NIKI
HIROHITO NOGUCHI
5YO  BAY  HORSE 56.0KG

Comes off a 34 day let-up. Most recently couldn't go on with it; 8th of 11 at this track on April 10 over 1400m, 6 len behind Pyro De Kiseki with 56kg at $4.60. The race before that raced on speed throughout when 3rd of 11 at Funabashi on March 13 over 1600m, 1.1 len behind Taisei Vainqueur with 56kg at $14.50. Can repay backers this time.
6
MASASHIGE HONDA
YELLOW, MEDIUM BLUE RIGHT SASH, Blue cap
7 89764 CRYSTAL ARROW
HIROMI YAMAZAKI
4YO  BAY  HORSE 56.0KG

Comes here off a 35-day let-up. Most recently 4th of 14 at this track on April 9 over 1600m, 4 len behind Miyabi Cry with 55kg at $58.10. The race before that eased back early on 6th of 11 at Funabashi on March 11 over 1600m, 10 len behind G T Pharaoh carrying 56kg at $44.80. Possesses a big finish.
7
GENKI FUJIMOTO
YELLOW, WHITE CHECKS, YELLOW SLEEVES, NAVY ARMBAND, Yellow cap
8 34646 WIN MELANITE
Satoru Furusawa
5YO  BAY  HORSE 56.0KG
Win Co. Ltd.
Returns from a 36-day let-up. Last start 6th of 13 at this track on April 8 over 2000m, 8 len behind Jun Victoire with 56kg at $37. The run before that 4th of 9 at this track on March 6 over 2000m, 6 len behind Takeru Survival carrying 56kg at $13.20. Not keen.
8
YUKI FURUOKA
RED, BLACK CHECKS, BLACK SLEEVES, Yellow cap
9 680x0 BORDEAUX DAGUERRE
JUNICHI MURATA
4YO  BAY  HORSE 56.0KG

Second-up. First-up after four months eased back early on 10th of 14 at this track on April 9 over 1600m, 8 len behind Miyabi Cry with 56kg at $255.20. Previously second-up 2nd of 11 at Morioka Dirt on July 6 over 1600m, 3 len behind Takamaki Five carrying 56kg at $6.60. Must improve significantly.
9
MITSUHIRO MASUDA
GREEN, YELLOW FIVE STARS, YELLOW SLEEVES, GREEN DOUBLE ARMBANDS, Green cap
10 169x3 ESPRIT GONZALEZ
HIDEO KUBO
6YO  CHESTNUT  HORSE 56.0KG

Second run back. Comes off a 37-day let-up. First-up after six months sat on the pace when 3rd of 12 at this track on April 7 over 1500m, 4.5 len behind G T Kaisoku carrying 55kg at $12.90. Previously second-up 4th of 14 at this track on June 18 over 1500m, 4 len behind Hokko Somnium with 56kg at $4.40. Fitter but others appeal more.
10
HARUHISA SANO
WHITE, RED STRIPES, BLUE SLEEVES, RED ARMBANDS, Green cap
11 40604 WIN BRILLER
MAKI HIRAYAMA
5YO  BAY  MARE 54.0KG
Win Co. Ltd.
Most recently 4th of 11 at Urawa on April 23 over 1500m, 4 len behind G T Engine with 54kg at $46.50. The run before that 11th of 13 at this track on April 8 over 2000m, 18 len behind Jun Victoire with 54kg at $63.60. Likely to play a big role.
11
MAI FUKUHARA
YELLOW, GREEN RIGHT SASH, ARMBANDS, Orange cap
12 0x151 MIYABI CRY
TAKAYUKI HAYASHI
7YO  BAY  HORSE 56.0KG
Yoshikatsu Murakami
Returns from a 35-day let-up. Last start won by 0.5 len at this track April 9 over 1600m defeating Proofreader carrying 56kg at $3.20. The race before that 5th of 12 at this track on March 6 over 2000m, 6 len behind Crow Song carrying 57kg at $1.30. Hard to beat again.
12
NIIHARA SHUMA
BLUE, GREEN ZIGZAG CHEVRON, SLEEVES, YELLOW ARMBANDS, Orange cap
13 759x0 TIME TO KILL
KATSUYOSHI UCHIDA
6YO  CHESTNUT  MARE 54.0KG

Second run back. First-up after five months ran last of 14 at this track on April 9 over 1600m, 16 len behind Miyabi Cry with 54kg at $45.60. Previously second-up 7th of 10 at this track on May 15 over 1500m, 5 len behind Kaseno Rao carrying 54kg at $15.10. Needs to lift.
13
TAKUTO IKETANI
RED, BLACK RIGHT SASH, RED SLEEVES, BLUE ARMBANDS, Pink cap
14 14379 SADDLE
SHOICHI HIRATA
7YO  CHESTNUT  HORSE 56.0KG
M's Racing
Comes off a 35 day let-up. At the latest run 9th of 14 at this track on April 9 over 1600m, 8 len behind Miyabi Cry carrying 56kg at $3.10. The start before that raced on the pace before fading 7th of 11 at Urawa on March 16 over 1500m, 6 len behind Harmony Regulus with 56kg at $3.60. Genuine contender.
14
NAOKI MACHIDA
YELLOW, Pink cap