Fukushima Race 4 - Maiden Race
LULU LIMA (7) returned from a spell eight weeks ago when she was beaten 2.5 lengths into sixth over 1800m at Tokyo. Fitter this time. Hard to beat in this suitable race. YO HIN (15) has been freshened up since a disappointing eighth over 2000m at Kokura eight weeks ago. Can feature prominently. BACKPACK (5) is a three-year-old filly at the races for the first time. From an elite family that includes black type success, being by Saturnalia from Retsina. Promising type who should be monitored for market support. WEISSKLEE (16) resumes from a spell of ten weeks. Could only manage to finish seventh at the latest run over 1600m at Kyoto. Launched last prep with a minor placing at Chukyo over 1600m. Has ability and must be included in calculations.

Jockey: Hironobu Tanabe
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Second-up. First-up after three months made ground from midfield; 5th of 18 at Nakayama on March 30 over 2200m, 7 len behind Niflheimr with 55.0kg at $129.10. Previously second-up 5th of 12 at Tokyo on November 9 over 2000m, 3 len behind Lien Bere with 55.0kg at $143.60. Worth consideration.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5/18 | 30/03/2025 | 83 | MDN 3 | $112,930.00 | Nakayama | 2200m | Good | Hironobu Tanabe | 55kg | 2:14.60 | 10-3-5 | 13 |
| 7.5L | $129.10 |
13/18 | 06/01/2025 | 58 | MDN 3 | $108,840.00 | Nakayama | 2000m | Good | Hironobu Tanabe | 55kg | 2:02.70 | 18-16-13 | 5 |
| 9.8L | $57.00 |
5/12 | 09/11/2024 | 27 | MDN 2 | $104,500.00 | Tokyo | 2000m | Good | Hironobu Tanabe | 55kg | 2:02.50 | 11-11-12-5 | 1 |
| 3.1L | $143.60 |
7/15 | 13/10/2024 | - | NEWC 2 | $138,800.00 | Tokyo | 1600m | Good | Hironobu Tanabe | 55kg | 1:37.80 | 9-9-7 | 4 |
| 4.5L | $38.50 |

Jockey: Miku Kobayashi
Weight: 51kgs
Stats
Comments
She is resuming after a three-and-a-half months break. Finished off last preparation 12th of 16 at Nakayama Dirt January 11 over 1800m, 22 len behind Reverse The Trend with 55.0kg at $88.80. On debut 13th of 18 at Nakayama December 1 over 2000m, 12 len behind Smoky God carrying 55.0kg at $54.30. Looks tested without a run under the belt.
Last Starts 99 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12/16 | 11/01/2025 | 28 | MDN F 3 | $108,840.00 | Nakayama | 1800m | Good | Yuji Tannai | 55kg | 1:54.90 | 13-14-12 | 12 |
| 22.7L | $88.80 |
18/18 | 14/12/2024 | 13 | MDN 2 | $107,590.00 | Chukyo | 2000m | Good | T Eda | 55kg | 2:02.60 | 5-9-18 | 1 |
| 18.6L | $152.20 |
13/18 | 01/12/2024 | - | NEWC 2 | $136,800.00 | Nakayama | 2000m | Good | Yuji Tannai | 55kg | 2:01.10 | 5-5-13 | 12 |
| 12.7L | $54.30 |

Jockey: Kiwamu Ogino
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Resumes from a spell after only one run when second last of 17 at Kokura on January 26 over 2000m, 9 len behind Nihonpiro Devin carrying 55.0kg at $102.90. Needs more time.
Last Starts 84 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
16/17 | 26/01/2025 | - | MDN 3 | $108,840.00 | Kokura | 2000m | Good | Kiwamu Ogino | 55kg | 2:01.80 | 9-10-16 | 14 |
| 9.1L | $102.90 |

Jockey: Kazuki Kikuzawa
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Back from a spell. Only had one start last preparation raced on the pace before fading second last of 16 at Tokyo on February 15 over 1800m, 10 len behind Maglia Iridata with 52.0kg at $251.10. When resuming last campaign 9th of 15 at Tokyo Dirt on June 15 over 1400m, 16 len behind Clay King carrying 55.0kg at $40.40. In the mix on best form.
Last Starts 64 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15/16 | 15/02/2025 | 189 | MDN F 3 | $110,290.00 | Tokyo | 1800m | Good | Ko Nagahama | 52kg | 1:47.90 | 1-2-2-15 | 10 |
| 10.5L | $251.10 |
7/12 | 10/08/2024 | 35 | MDN 2 | $106,410.00 | Niigata | 1800m | Good | Kazuki Kikuzawa | 55kg | 1:46.40 | 10-9-7 | 12 |
| 13.2L | $158.70 |
6/9 | 06/07/2024 | 21 | MDN 2 | $98,030.00 | Fukushima | 1800m | Good | Kazuki Kikuzawa | 55kg | 1:51.20 | 9-8-6 | 5 |
| 4.4L | $37.20 |
9/15 | 15/06/2024 | - | NEWC 2 | $132,000.00 | Tokyo | 1400m | Good | Kazuki Kikuzawa | 55kg | 1:25.90 | 8-8-9 | 14 |
| 16.4L | $40.40 |

Jockey: Genki Maruyama
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
First-starter by Saturnalia out of Retsina. From a huge family of winners. Low drawn and expected to measure up.

Jockey: Yukito Ishikawa
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Was at very long odds at debut, 9th of 15 at Tokyo on February 23 over 1800m, 3 len behind Mottisfont with 52.0kg at $279.10. Expecting a bit more with the race experience on board.
Last Starts 56 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9/15 | 23/02/2025 | - | MDN 3 | $110,290.00 | Tokyo | 1800m | Good | Ko Nagahama | 52kg | 1:48.40 | 8-9-8-9 | 1 |
| 3.2L | $279.10 |

Jockey: Kosei Miura
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Second run back. Comes off a 56-day let-up. First-up after three months 6th of 15 at Tokyo on February 23 over 1800m, 2.5 len behind Mottisfont with 55.0kg at $7.30. Previously second-up 4th of 12 at Tokyo on November 9 over 2000m, 2.75 len behind Lien Bere carrying 55.0kg at $7.70. Among the leading chances.
Last Starts 56 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6/15 | 23/02/2025 | 77 | MDN 3 | $110,290.00 | Tokyo | 1800m | Good | Kyosuke Maruta | 55kg | 1:48.40 | 12-11-12-6 | 13 |
| 2.4L | $7.30 |
2/12 | 08/12/2024 | 29 | MDN 2 | $107,590.00 | Nakayama | 1800m | Good | Kosei Miura | 55kg | 1:48.40 | 9-8-2 | 5 |
| 1.0L | $5.00 |
4/12 | 09/11/2024 | 27 | MDN 2 | $104,500.00 | Tokyo | 2000m | Good | Daisuke Sasaki | 55kg | 2:02.50 | 10-9-9-4 | 7 |
| 2.8L | $7.70 |
6/15 | 13/10/2024 | - | NEWC 2 | $138,800.00 | Tokyo | 1600m | Good | Kyosuke Maruta | 55kg | 1:37.80 | 12-12-6 | 12 |
| 2.8L | $19.50 |

Jockey: Fukamichi Ishigami
Weight: 52kgs
Stats
Comments
Third-up today. Not raced for 57 days. First-up 10th of 16 at Kyoto Dirt on December 22 over 1400m, 9 len behind Origine Aria carrying 55.0kg at $9.60. Second run from a spell got back early 11th of 16 at Kokura Dirt on February 22 over 1700m, 21 len behind Nette Frau with 52.0kg at $7. Not one of the top selections.
Last Starts 57 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11/16 | 22/02/2025 | 62 | MDN F 3 | $110,290.00 | Kokura | 1700m | Good | Yuichiro Shibata | 52kg | 1:46.60 | 16-15-11 | 7 |
| 21.4L | $7.00 |
10/16 | 22/12/2024 | 97 | MDN F 2 | $107,590.00 | Kyoto | 1400m | Good | Daisuke Sasaki | 55kg | 1:26.10 | 16-16-10 | 6 |
| 9.6L | $9.60 |
10/11 | 16/09/2024 | - | NEWC F 2 | $138,990.00 | Chukyo | 1600m | Good | Katsuma Sameshima | 55kg | 1:36.70 | 7-8-9-10 | 6 |
| 10.4L | $3.80 |

Jockey: Kyosuke Maruta
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Lining up for just third start. At very big odds at debut, 7th of 16 at Tokyo on February 9 over 1600m, 5.5 len behind Melange with 53.0kg at $162.50. Second-up came from midfield; 5th of 18 at Nakayama on April 5 over 2000m, 7 len behind Yamanin Eidolon with 55.0kg at $215.60. Capable of a strong showing.
Last Starts 15 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5/18 | 05/04/2025 | 55 | MDN 3 | $113,280.00 | Nakayama | 2000m | Good | Kyosuke Maruta | 55kg | 2:00.80 | 10-13-5 | 11 |
| 7.1L | $215.60 |
7/16 | 09/02/2025 | - | NEWC 3 | $123,300.00 | Tokyo | 1600m | Good | Shuto Kobayashi | 53kg | 1:36.60 | 3-3-7 | 3 |
| 5.3L | $162.50 |

Jockey: Ryuto Yokoyama
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Second run back. Comes off a 52-day let-up. First-up after three months 7th of 12 at Urawa on February 27 over 1400m, 4 len behind Asterope carrying 54kg at $16.70. Previously second-up 13th of 16 at Chukyo Dirt on November 30 over 1400m, 12 len behind Hrududu carrying 54.0kg at $219.90. Unlikely to threaten.
Last Starts 52 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7/12 | 27/02/2025 | 89 | COND 3 | $56,186.00 | Urawa | 1400m | Fast | Seiji Yamazaki | 54kg | 1:30.70 | 4-7-7 | 12 |
| 3.9L | $16.70 |
13/16 | 30/11/2024 | 21 | MDN F 2 | $104,500.00 | Chukyo | 1400m | Good | Koji Nishizuka | 54kg | 1:25.10 | 12-14-13 | 13 |
| 12.1L | $219.90 |
10/13 | 09/11/2024 | 76 | MDN 2 | $104,500.00 | Fukushima | 1150m | Good | Manami Nagashima | 53kg | 1:09.30 | 11-11-10 | 8 |
| 12.4L | $68.30 |
16/17 | 25/08/2024 | - | NEWC F 2 | $139,300.00 | Niigata | 1600m | Good | Kosei Miura | 55kg | 1:34.90 | 11-11-16 | 8 |
| 23.9L | $38.40 |

Jockey: Rui Funayama
Weight: 52kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming. Only had one start last preparation 11th of 16 at Tokyo Dirt on February 1 over 1600m, 9 len behind Iudicium carrying 55.0kg at $14. First up last campaign 11th of 17 at Nakayama on September 29 over 2000m, 11 len behind Stylus Method carrying 55.0kg at $3.10. Hasn't shown enough.
Last Starts 78 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11/16 | 01/02/2025 | 76 | MDN F 3 | $108,840.00 | Tokyo | 1600m | Good | Yutaro Nonaka | 55kg | 1:39.70 | 9-7-11 | 11 |
| 9.3L | $14.00 |
7/17 | 17/11/2024 | 49 | MDN F 2 | $104,500.00 | Tokyo | 1800m | Good | Tom Marquand | 55kg | 1:45.90 | 11-10-10-7 | 17 |
| 8.9L | $29.40 |
11/17 | 29/09/2024 | - | NEWC 2 | $138,990.00 | Nakayama | 2000m | Good | Yuga Kawada | 55kg | 2:03.10 | 11-9-11 | 17 |
| 11.0L | $3.10 |

Jockey: Hayato Yoshida
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming after a break; only one run when 8th of 16 at Tokyo Dirt on February 16 over 1600m, 14 len behind Ho O Gold with 52.0kg at $18.70. May need the run.
Last Starts 63 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8/16 | 16/02/2025 | - | NEWC 3 | $123,300.00 | Tokyo | 1600m | Good | Ko Nagahama | 52kg | 1:39.60 | 8-8-8 | 2 |
| 14.0L | $18.70 |

Jockey: Miyabi Muto
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Comes off a 49 day let-up. Most recently 11th of 18 at Nakayama on March 2 over 2200m, 12 len behind Wish Tree with 51.0kg at $251.70. The start before that 13th of 18 at Nakayama on January 18 over 2000m, 12 len behind Schon Stier with 55.0kg at $512.60. Safely held last start but is capable of better.
Last Starts 49 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11/18 | 02/03/2025 | 43 | MDN 3 | $113,210.00 | Nakayama | 2200m | Good | Yuzuki Tanihara | 51kg | 2:13.80 | 9-15-11 | 7 |
| 12.9L | $251.70 |
13/18 | 18/01/2025 | 41 | MDN 3 | $108,840.00 | Nakayama | 2000m | Good | Miyabi Muto | 55kg | 2:00.20 | 10-13-13 | 18 |
| 12.0L | $512.60 |
16/16 | 08/12/2024 | - | NEWC 2 | $140,850.00 | Nakayama | 1800m | Good | Miyabi Muto | 55kg | 1:49.40 | 16-16-16 | 5 |
| 16.1L | $104.80 |

Jockey: Toshiki Akiyama
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a 57-day let-up. Last start 6th of 15 at Kokura on February 22 over 2000m, 5 len behind Ho O Titan with 55.0kg at $29.70. The race before that sat on the speed throughout before fading 11th of 18 at Chukyo on January 18 over 2000m, 13 len behind Toppi Born carrying 54.0kg at $171.30. Will need to improve many lengths to feature.
Last Starts 57 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6/15 | 22/02/2025 | 35 | MDN F 3 | $110,290.00 | Kokura | 2000m | Good | Toshiki Akiyama | 55kg | 2:00.50 | 1-2-6 | 5 |
| 5.0L | $29.70 |
11/18 | 18/01/2025 | 35 | MDN 3 | $108,840.00 | Chukyo | 2000m | Good | Riki Takasugi | 54kg | 2:00.80 | 3-4-11 | 4 |
| 13.0L | $171.30 |
9/10 | 14/12/2024 | - | NEWC 2 | $140,850.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Good | Seinosuke Yoshimura | 53kg | 2:02.60 | 9-10-9 | 4 |
| 10.7L | $120.80 |

Jockey: Daito Ozawa
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Third-up today. Comes off a 57 day let-up. Resuming sat on speed throughout when 2nd of 15 at Kokura on February 1 over 2000m, 3.5 len behind Tosen Reverb carrying 55.0kg at $3.50. Second run from a spell 8th of 15 at Kokura on February 22 over 2000m, 6 len behind Ho O Titan carrying 55.0kg at $5.10. Expected to perform well.
Last Starts 57 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8/15 | 22/02/2025 | 21 | MDN F 3 | $110,290.00 | Kokura | 2000m | Good | Daito Ozawa | 55kg | 2:00.50 | 6-9-8 | 11 |
| 6.3L | $5.10 |
2/15 | 01/02/2025 | 63 | MDN F 3 | $108,840.00 | Kokura | 2000m | Good | Katsuma Sameshima | 55kg | 2:03.80 | 4-3-2 | 13 |
| 3.5L | $3.50 |
4/13 | 30/11/2024 | - | NEWC 2 | $136,800.00 | Kyoto | 1800m | Good | Kohei Matsuyama | 55kg | 1:49.40 | 3-5-4 | 2 |
| 6.5L | $26.60 |

Jockey: Arata Saito
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Filly back from a spell of ten weeks. Has placed previously first up from a break. Finished off last preparation seventh of 18 at Kyoto February 10 over 1600m, 5 len behind In Vogue carrying 55.0kg at $17.20. Previously first up; second of 16 at Chukyo January 25 over 1600m, 5 len behind Glory Link with 53.0kg at $4.90. Among the leading players.
Last Starts 69 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7/18 | 10/02/2025 | 16 | MDN F 3 | $110,290.00 | Kyoto | 1600m | Good | Atsuya Nishimura | 55kg | 1:36.30 | 12-10-7 | 16 |
| 4.8L | $17.20 |
2/16 | 25/01/2025 | 84 | MDN F 3 | $108,840.00 | Chukyo | 1600m | Good | Seinosuke Yoshimura | 53kg | 1:35.50 | 3-2-2-2 | 15 |
| 5.0L | $4.90 |
2/8 | 02/11/2024 | 21 | MDN 2 | $104,500.00 | Tokyo | 1800m | Good | Kazuo Yokoyama | 55kg | 1:49.20 | 1-1-2 | 3 |
| 0.2L | $41.60 |
8/18 | 12/10/2024 | - | NEWC F 2 | $138,800.00 | Niigata | 1600m | Good | Akihide Tsumura | 55kg | 1:35.40 | 15-15-8 | 15 |
| 11.8L | $26.80 |