Hanshin Race 9 - Takasago Tokubetsu
CARINO (5) was well in commission when resuming last start over 2000m at Tokyo when third, beaten 3.5 lengths. Sound record at this distance with two wins and nine minor placings from 14 runs and is a leading contender. STELLA CROWN (1) returned from a break last start with a modest fifth over 2000m at Kyoto, beaten 3.5 lengths. Looking to build on an imposing record at this circuit which includes two wins. Mirai Iwata goes well on this five-year-old and is back on top today. Likely to feature. LORD GALLERIA (2) was well fancied when resuming last start and proved too strong, scoring by a nose over 2400m at Kyoto. Has a solid second-up record and can go on with it. DANON CASERTA (3) showed good early speed and led into the straight before fading to finish 12th, beaten 8 lengths, over 2400m at Tokyo. Sure to give a sight.

Jockey: Mirai Iwata
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Second-up. First-up after two months 5th of 8 at Kyoto on May 31 over 2000m, 3.5 len behind Fiore Strada carrying 56.0kg at $3.50. Previously second-up came from midfield; 2nd of 7 at this track on March 29 over 2000m, neck behind Eco Tailor carrying 56.0kg at $1.60. Even fitter and is an excellent winning chance.
Last Starts 20 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 31/05/2026 | 63 | ALLOW 4U | $198,690.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Good | Taisei Danno | 56kg | 1:59.40 | 5-4-5 | 2 |
| 3.6L | $3.50 |
| 2/7 | 29/03/2026 | 15 | ALLOW FM 4U | $273,160.00 | Hanshin | 2000m | Good | Mirai Iwata | 56kg | 2:00.20 | 3-3-2 | 5 |
| 0.3L | $1.60 |
| 2/10 | 14/03/2026 | 119 | ALLOW 4U | $273,880.00 | Chukyo | 2000m | Good | Akatsuki Tomita | 56kg | 1:58.90 | 8-7-2 | 7 |
| 0.8L | $5.20 |
| 2/7 | 15/11/2025 | 14 | ALLOW F 3U | $215,670.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Good | Mirai Iwata | 56kg | 1:59.50 | 7-4-2 | 5 |
| 3.5L | $2.20 |
| 3/11 | 01/11/2025 | 28 | ALLOW 3U | $295,830.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Good | Mirai Iwata | 56kg | 1:59.50 | 7-7-3 | 4 |
| 3.5L | $6.30 |
| 4/12 | 04/10/2025 | 126 | ALLOW 3U | $226,250.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Y | Mirai Iwata | 56kg | 1:59.30 | 7-10-4 | 1 |
| 1.5L | $13.90 |

Jockey: Riki Takasugi
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Second-up. First-up after two months favourite; came from midfield and won by a nose at Kyoto May 31 over 2400m defeating Win Luxe carrying 58.0kg at $2.30. Previously second-up 2nd of 16 at Fukushima on November 24 over 2600m, 1.3 len behind Calming Lights with 56.0kg at $8.50. Should progress from that first-up run.
Last Starts 20 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 31/05/2026 | 63 | ALLOW 4U | $136,780.00 | Kyoto | 2400m | Good | Riki Takasugi | 58kg | 2:23.70 | 6-3-1 | 1 |
| 0.1L | $2.30 |
| 3/13 | 29/03/2026 | 15 | ALLOW 4U | $140,770.00 | Chukyo | 2200m | Good | Atsuya Nishimura | 57kg | 2:11.60 | 7-8-3 | 8 |
| 2.0L | $6.50 |
| 5/10 | 14/03/2026 | 20 | ALLOW 4U | $199,620.00 | Chukyo | 2200m | Good | Riki Takasugi | 57kg | 2:11.40 | 9-4-5 | 9 |
| 5.6L | $2.40 |
| 3/9 | 22/02/2026 | 15 | ALLOW 4U | $144,790.00 | Hanshin | 2400m | Good | Atsuya Nishimura | 57kg | 2:24.90 | 6-5-3 | 7 |
| 2.1L | $2.30 |
| 3/9 | 07/02/2026 | 56 | ALLOW 4U | $144,790.00 | Kyoto | 2400m | Good | Riki Takasugi | 57kg | 2:27.70 | 4-4-3 | 2 |
| 1.8L | $3.00 |
| 2/18 | 13/12/2025 | 19 | ALLOW 3U | $148,960.00 | Chukyo | 2200m | Good | Atsuya Nishimura | 56kg | 2:11.00 | 9-5-2 | 8 |
| 3.0L | $3.70 |

Jockey: Mirco Demuro
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
At the latest run led to the turn then faded 12th of 14 at Tokyo on May 31 over 2400m, 8 len behind Satono Patriot carrying 58.0kg at $52. The run before that 5th of 8 at Kyoto on May 9 over 2000m, 4.5 len behind Wismar carrying 58.0kg at $10.90. Cannot be ruled out despite a plain effort last time.
Last Starts 20 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/14 | 31/05/2026 | 22 | ALLOW 4U | $267,160.00 | Tokyo | 2400m | Good | Atsuya Nishimura | 58kg | 2:24.10 | 1-1-12 | 5 |
| 8.9L | $52.00 |
| 5/8 | 09/05/2026 | 42 | ALLOW 4U | $267,590.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Good | Kohei Matsuyama | 58kg | 1:58.20 | 8-6-5 | 6 |
| 4.3L | $10.90 |
| 1/14 | 28/03/2026 | 41 | ALLOW 4U | $140,770.00 | Chukyo | 2000m | Good | Rui Funayama | 55kg | 2:01.40 | 5-3-1 | 9 |
| 0.2L | $24.50 |
| 2/12 | 15/02/2026 | 21 | ALLOW 4U | $144,790.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Good | Thore Hammer-Hansen | 57kg | 2:01.00 | 4-5-2 | 12 |
| 4.0L | $27.00 |
| 13/15 | 25/01/2026 | 15 | ALLOW 4U | $149,190.00 | Kyoto | 1200m | Good | Thore Hammer-Hansen | 58kg | 1:12.80 | - | 9 |
| 10.2L | $41.10 |
| 17/18 | 10/01/2026 | 140 | ALLOW 4U | $149,190.00 | Kyoto | 1400m | Good | Mirai Iwata | 57kg | 1:21.30 | - | 13 |
| 18.7L | $20.00 |

Jockey: Yuichi Kitamura
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Second run back. Comes off a 43-day let-up. First-up after two months sat behind the speed prior to fading ran second last of 8 at Kyoto on May 9 over 2000m, 8 len behind Wismar carrying 58.0kg at $18.40. Previously second-up ran second last of 11 at Kyoto on January 5 over 1800m, 11 len behind Chernobog carrying 58.0kg at $15.70. Needs more time.
Last Starts 42 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/8 | 09/05/2026 | 63 | ALLOW 4U | $267,590.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Good | Yuichi Kitamura | 58kg | 1:58.20 | 4-3-7 | 7 |
| 8.8L | $18.40 |
| 2/9 | 07/03/2026 | 14 | ALLOW 4U | $273,700.00 | Hanshin | 2000m | Good | Yuichi Kitamura | 54kg | 2:01.00 | 1-1-2 | 4 |
| 3.0L | $13.30 |
| 13/13 | 21/02/2026 | 47 | ALLOW 4U | $210,330.00 | Hanshin | 1800m | Good | Yuichi Kitamura | 58kg | 1:53.60 | 4-9-13 | 14 |
| 9.7L | $14.60 |
| 10/11 | 05/01/2026 | 44 | ALLOW 4U | $290,640.00 | Kyoto | 1800m | Good | Kohei Matsuyama | 58kg | 1:46.80 | - | 5 |
| 11.8L | $15.70 |
| 9/15 | 22/11/2025 | 104 | ALLOW 3U | $215,670.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Good | Kohei Matsuyama | 58kg | 1:59.20 | 2-1-9 | 9 |
| 8.3L | $15.30 |
| 9/9 | 10/08/2025 | 288 | ALLOW 3U | $308,090.00 | Chukyo | 2000m | Good | Daisuke Sasaki | 58kg | 1:58.70 | 2-2-9 | 1 |
| 7.7L | $4.90 |

Jockey: Ryuusei Sakai
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Having second run back today. Not raced for 43 days. Last run 3rd of 8 at Tokyo on May 9 over 2000m, 3.5 len behind Shonan Macbeth carrying 58.0kg at $1.70. At only start last preparation 2nd of 10 at Nakayama on March 1 over 2000m, 5 len behind Yamanin Ad Hoc with 58.0kg at $2. Placed 2/2 this course and distance. Goes very well second-up and sure to feature.
Last Starts 42 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 09/05/2026 | 69 | ALLOW 4U | $200,050.00 | Tokyo | 2000m | Good | Christophe Lemaire | 58kg | 1:58.90 | 6-4-3 | 6 |
| 3.3L | $1.70 |
| 2/10 | 01/03/2026 | 64 | ALLOW 4U | $274,330.00 | Nakayama | 2000m | Good | Christophe Lemaire | 58kg | 1:57.70 | 9-8-2 | 5 |
| 5.0L | $2.00 |
| 2/9 | 27/12/2025 | 62 | ALLOW 3U | $213,050.00 | Hanshin | 2000m | Good | Cristian Demuro | 58kg | 1:59.90 | 2-2-2 | 4 |
| 0.5L | $2.60 |
| 9/16 | 26/10/2025 | 42 | ALLOW 3U | $298,950.00 | Niigata | 2000m | Good | Daito Ozawa | 58kg | 2:00.40 | - | 12 |
| 7.1L | $4.30 |
| 2/9 | 14/09/2025 | 63 | ALLOW 3U | $309,710.00 | Hanshin | 2000m | Good | Christophe Lemaire | 58kg | 2:01.30 | 9-5-2 | 8 |
| 0.8L | $5.30 |
| 6/9 | 13/07/2025 | 78 | ALLOW 3U | $314,940.00 | Kokura | 2000m | Good | Daito Ozawa | 56kg | 2:01.30 | 6-5-6 | 4 |
| 4.0L | $4.60 |

Jockey: Yoshimasa Kido
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Second-up. First-up after two months got back early 7th of 9 at this track on June 7 over 1800m, 6 len behind Win Liberation with 58.0kg at $198.80. Previously second-up ran last of 8 at this track on December 20 over 2400m, 15 len behind Schwarz Masamune with 58.0kg at $244.40. Unlikely to threaten.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/9 | 07/06/2026 | 63 | ALLOW 3U | $266,110.00 | Hanshin | 1800m | Good | Yoshimasa Kido | 58kg | 1:47.70 | 9-9-7 | 7 |
| 6.1L | $198.80 |
| 7/12 | 05/04/2026 | 15 | ALLOW 4U | $207,040.00 | Nakayama | 1600m | Good | Kazuma Harada | 58kg | 1:34.60 | - | 7 |
| 7.6L | $236.50 |
| 10/10 | 21/03/2026 | 21 | ALLOW 4U | $274,150.00 | Chukyo | 1400m | Good | Junji Shimada | 58kg | 1:20.00 | - | 2 |
| 7.0L | $324.60 |
| 8/13 | 28/02/2026 | 54 | ALLOW 4U | $210,330.00 | Nakayama | 1600m | Good | Kazuma Harada | 58kg | 1:32.80 | - | 11 |
| 7.0L | $513.40 |
| 11/11 | 05/01/2026 | 16 | ALLOW 4U | $291,020.00 | Nakayama | 2000m | Good | Kyosuke Maruta | 58kg | 2:01.60 | 9-11-11 | 2 |
| 7.0L | $177.50 |
| 8/8 | 20/12/2025 | 13 | ALLOW 3U | $291,360.00 | Hanshin | 2400m | Good | Masami Matsuoka | 58kg | 2:26.70 | 7-8-8 | 5 |
| 15.3L | $244.40 |

Jockey: Takashi Fujikake
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Racing second-up today. Last start led to the turn then faded ran last of 8 at Kyoto on May 31 over 2000m, 7 len behind Fiore Strada with 56.0kg at $14.90. At only start last preparation won by a neck at this track March 29 over 2000m defeating Stella Crown carrying 56.0kg at $17.30. Needs to do a lot more.
Last Starts 20 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/8 | 31/05/2026 | 63 | ALLOW 4U | $198,690.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Good | Takashi Fujikake | 56kg | 1:59.40 | 1-1-8 | 3 |
| 7.1L | $14.90 |
| 1/7 | 29/03/2026 | 106 | ALLOW FM 4U | $273,160.00 | Hanshin | 2000m | Good | Takashi Fujikake | 56kg | 2:00.20 | 1-1-1 | 4 |
| 0.3L | $17.30 |
| 8/10 | 13/12/2025 | 21 | ALLOW F 3U | $213,050.00 | Hanshin | 1800m | Good | Kanta Taguchi | 56kg | 1:44.50 | - | 1 |
| 6.3L | $38.60 |
| 13/16 | 22/11/2025 | 91 | ALLOW F 3U | $150,790.00 | Fukushima | 2000m | Good | Daito Ozawa | 56kg | 1:58.30 | 8-12-13 | 4 |
| 10.7L | $21.40 |
| 4/8 | 23/08/2025 | 14 | ALLOW F 3U | $157,460.00 | Chukyo | 2000m | Good | Keisuke Dazai | 56kg | 1:57.90 | 1-1-4 | 1 |
| 5.3L | $4.40 |
| 2/7 | 09/08/2025 | 48 | ALLOW 3U | $221,070.00 | Chukyo | 2000m | Good | Keisuke Dazai | 56kg | 1:58.90 | 1-1-2 | 2 |
| 1.8L | $7.70 |