Kawasaki Race 9 - Race 9 - 1400
PAWA POKE KANON (3) Racing fresh after a break. Was fighting out the finish when winning last start at the track and honest performer putting a tidy record together. Hard to overlook. AWESOME SIENNE (7) Tidy run when 2nd last time at the track. Should be going forward early. Exhibiting good form this campaign. Right in this. SMART LASTER (11) Left nothing to chance when winning by 1 1/2L last run here on a heavy rated track. Goes very close. FEITIAN (5) Ran 6th last run at the track. Solid place bet prospects.

Jockey: Shouma Satou
Weight: 53kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a three-month break after ending last campaign seventh at this track, where he worked home evenly but was unwanted in the market and beaten four and a half lengths by Flanking Line. His fifth to Peter Rise prior was sounder, and one win from three at this track and distance keeps him in the minor mix if he resumes cleanly.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/10 | 28/07/2026 | 20 | C1 3U | $19,320.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Fast | Takuto Iketani | 55kg | 1:32.20 | 2-2-7 | 8 |
| 4.6L | $26.70 |
| 5/10 | 08/07/2026 | 21 | C1 3U | $19,320.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Good | Takuto Iketani | 55kg | 1:31.70 | 1-1-5 | 7 |
| 3.7L | $8.10 |
| 2/8 | 17/06/2026 | 12 | COND 3 | $39,405.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | Good | Takuto Iketani | 56kg | 1:36.80 | 1-1-2 | 4 |
| 6.0L | $8.50 |
| 10/10 | 05/06/2026 | 24 | COND 3 | $39,405.00 | Funabashi | 1200m | Good | Takuto Iketani | 56kg | 1:15.90 | 1-1-10 | 1 |
| 18.3L | $71.70 |
| 2/9 | 12/05/2026 | 34 | COND 3 | $31,740.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | Fast | Takuto Iketani | 56kg | 1:37.80 | 1-1-2 | 8 |
| 0.8L | $5.90 |
| 3/13 | 08/04/2026 | 22 | COND 3 | $32,850.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | Good | Takuto Iketani | 56kg | 1:36.80 | 3-3-3 | 3 |
| 10.0L | $97.10 |

Jockey: Ryouya Sawada
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Settled a long way back at Funabashi last start and was always chasing when eighth to Mel Dore, beaten six lengths at big odds. She had been ninth at this track prior after getting a suitable spot and offering little, and the 43-start maiden record is hard to ignore. A minor placing would require a much sharper finish.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/12 | 02/10/2026 | 22 | C1 3U | $29,616.00 | Funabashi | 1200m | M | Nakano Kazuma | 54kg | 1:15.20 | 9-11-8 | 1 |
| 6.0L | $113.70 |
| 9/12 | 10/09/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $19,186.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | SP | Nakano Kazuma | 54kg | 1:31.60 | 4-5-9 | 2 |
| 9.2L | $17.10 |
| 5/10 | 28/08/2026 | 22 | C1 3U | $28,767.00 | Funabashi | 1200m | Fast | Nakano Kazuma | 54kg | 1:14.30 | 5-6-5 | 6 |
| 7.0L | $68.50 |
| 8/10 | 06/08/2026 | 29 | C1 3U | $28,767.00 | Funabashi | 1200m | Fast | Nakano Kazuma | 54kg | 1:14.70 | 4-5-8 | 1 |
| 6.7L | $61.50 |
| 2/10 | 08/07/2026 | 9 | C1 3U | $19,320.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Good | Nakano Kazuma | 54kg | 1:31.70 | 3-2-2 | 9 |
| 0.3L | $46.40 |
| 7/8 | 29/06/2026 | 25 | B3 3U | $42,557.00 | Funabashi | 1200m | M | Nakano Kazuma | 54kg | 1:15.10 | 5-6-7 | 7 |
| 5.7L | $48.10 |

Jockey: Yuuki Furuoka
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a four-month break with an unbeaten record and the right profile for this. He ended last campaign by beating Dateotoko in a COND at this track, looming and fighting on to score by half a length after being well found. The previous three-length win over Nice Kick was stronger again, the winning rider is back aboard, and three wins from three around 1400m makes him a major threat fresh.
Last Starts 120 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/13 | 16/06/2026 | 36 | COND 3 | $31,524.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | Good | Yuki Furuoka | 56kg | 1:37.70 | 1-1-1 | 13 |
| 0.5L | $2.40 |
| 1/12 | 11/05/2026 | 31 | COND 3 | $25,392.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Fast | Yuki Furuoka | 56kg | 1:31.70 | 9-2-1 | 8 |
| 3.0L | $1.50 |
| 1/10 | 10/04/2026 | - | COND 3 | $26,280.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | R | Yuki Furuoka | 56kg | 1:33.00 | 3-1-1 | 10 |
| 5.0L | $2.10 |

Jockey: Naoki Machida
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Led at Funabashi last start but dropped out to finish seventh behind Kitasan Riser, beaten over 13 lengths at long odds. His previous seventh at this track was also plain, failing to finish it off and beaten just over eight lengths. Naoki Machida returns, and the track-and-distance record offers some support, but he has to find a lot more late.
Last Starts 14 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/10 | 30/09/2026 | 20 | C1 3U | $21,389.00 | Funabashi | 1600m | R | Niihara Shuma | 55kg | 1:42.10 | 1-1-7 | 1 |
| 12.8L | $69.40 |
| 7/12 | 10/09/2026 | 21 | C1 3U | $19,186.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | SP | Hiroto Ito | 55kg | 1:31.60 | 3-4-7 | 9 |
| 8.3L | $36.50 |
| 4/11 | 20/08/2026 | 23 | C1 3U | $19,178.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Fast | Naoki Machida | 55kg | 1:31.70 | 3-3-4 | 1 |
| 2.7L | $8.30 |
| 6/10 | 28/07/2026 | 18 | C1 3U | $19,320.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Fast | Naoki Machida | 55kg | 1:32.20 | 2-3-6 | 10 |
| 4.4L | $13.30 |
| 3/11 | 10/07/2026 | 23 | C1 3U | $19,320.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Fast | Naoki Machida | 55kg | 1:31.40 | 2-2-3 | 4 |
| 2.8L | $4.40 |
| 3/8 | 17/06/2026 | 12 | COND 3 | $39,405.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | Good | Niihara Shuma | 56kg | 1:36.80 | 2-2-3 | 5 |
| 6.5L | $17.30 |

Jockey: Wataru Fujie
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a five-week freshening after a disappointing sixth at this track, beaten over 10 lengths by Maru Mori Active when near the top of betting. His first-up second to Takka Valiant was much better, beaten a head after being pipped late, and he has won at this track and distance. Third-up fitness gives him a genuine place shape.
Last Starts 34 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/12 | 10/09/2026 | 21 | C1 3U | $19,186.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | SP | Wataru Fujie | 55kg | 1:31.30 | 5-3-6 | 7 |
| 10.5L | $4.00 |
| 2/11 | 20/08/2026 | 100 | C1 3U | $19,178.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Fast | Wataru Fujie | 55kg | 1:31.70 | 6-5-2 | 6 |
| 0.2L | $10.20 |
| 4/12 | 12/05/2026 | 8 | COND 3 | $39,676.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | Fast | Wataru Fujie | 56kg | 1:36.20 | 7-4-4 | 2 |
| 4.3L | $25.20 |
| 6/9 | 04/05/2026 | 27 | COND 3 | $39,676.00 | Funabashi | 1200m | Good | Wataru Fujie | 56kg | 1:15.00 | 7-8-6 | 8 |
| 7.3L | $76.80 |
| 13/14 | 07/04/2026 | 18 | COND 3 | $225,842.00 | Kawasaki | 1600m | SP | Wataru Fujie | 54kg | 1:44.10 | 7-8-13 | 9 |
| 19.3L | $319.60 |
| 3/9 | 20/03/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $40,555.00 | Urawa | 1500m | Good | Wataru Fujie | 56kg | 1:38.00 | 3-3-3 | 9 |
| 7.0L | $11.00 |

Jockey: Kentarou Usui
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished second last at Funabashi most recently, beaten over 16 lengths by Top Ranker after conceding a huge start and never getting into the race. He was also well beaten over 1800m at Funabashi prior, again at big odds. His track-and-distance record is strong historically, but the current form line is too poor to recommend.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/14 | 02/10/2026 | 38 | C1 3U | $29,616.00 | Funabashi | 1600m | M | Toshiyuki Takahashi | 56kg | 1:44.20 | 11-10-13 | 10 |
| 16.2L | $242.60 |
| 12/14 | 25/08/2026 | 20 | C1 3U | $28,767.00 | Funabashi | 1800m | Fast | Kentaro Usui | 56kg | 1:56.90 | 13-14-12 | 1 |
| 15.2L | $162.30 |
| 7/10 | 05/08/2026 | 21 | C1 3U | $28,767.00 | Funabashi | 1600m | Fast | Toshiyuki Takahashi | 56kg | 1:43.80 | 10-10-7 | 7 |
| 6.3L | $223.40 |
| 10/12 | 15/07/2026 | 11 | C1 3U | $28,980.00 | Urawa | 1500m | Fast | Kentaro Usui | 56kg | 1:35.30 | 12-10-10 | 3 |
| 12.8L | $80.20 |
| 6/7 | 04/07/2026 | 11 | C1 3U | $28,980.00 | Funabashi | 1600m | Good | Kentaro Usui | 56kg | 1:46.90 | 6-5-6 | 4 |
| 7.8L | $58.30 |
| 5/7 | 23/06/2026 | 18 | C1 3U | $28,371.00 | Urawa | 1400m | M | Kentaro Usui | 56kg | 1:30.30 | 6-5-5 | 2 |
| 1.8L | $14.20 |

Jockey: Shuuma Niihara
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a two-month freshening after a near miss in a COND at this track, beaten just under a length by Boncellensis when close up in an open market. That followed a dominant four-length Urawa win over Lemon Drop at long odds, and her record with Niihara Shuma is strong. Pawa Poke Kanon has a prior edge, but this filly brings the right recent substance and rates the one to beat.
Last Starts 54 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12 | 21/08/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $22,374.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | R | Niihara Shuma | 55kg | 1:37.20 | 1-1-2 | 3 |
| 0.8L | $7.20 |
| 1/11 | 07/08/2026 | 9 | COND 3 | $31,963.00 | Urawa | 1400m | Fast | Niihara Shuma | 54kg | 1:28.70 | 1-1-1 | 3 |
| 4.0L | $11.40 |
| 4/9 | 29/07/2026 | 43 | COND 3 | $22,540.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | Fast | Genki Fujimoto | 54kg | 1:37.20 | 4-4-4 | 3 |
| 12.0L | $7.70 |
| 4/13 | 16/06/2026 | 22 | COND 3 | $31,524.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | Good | Ryo Novata | 54kg | 1:37.70 | 1-1-4 | 12 |
| 5.0L | $37.20 |
| 2/12 | 25/05/2026 | 126 | COND 3 | $28,566.00 | Urawa | 1500m | Good | Haruto Nakayama | 53kg | 1:38.80 | 3-1-2 | 2 |
| 0.3L | $9.60 |
| 10/12 | 19/01/2026 | 17 | COND 3 | $42,980.00 | Funabashi | 1200m | Fast | Masaaki Kuwamura | 54kg | 1:15.50 | 4-4-10 | 1 |
| 12.1L | $35.50 |

Jockey: Ryou Tanaka
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a five-week freshening after finishing 11th in an ALLOW at Hanshin Dirt, beaten over 15 lengths by Yuto The Ren at huge odds. He was second last in another ALLOW at Nakayama Dirt the week prior and never got involved. The class drop and 1400m record help only a little; recent form says he must improve sharply.
Last Starts 31 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/14 | 13/09/2026 | 7 | ALLOW 3U | $201,550.00 | Hanshin | 1200m | Good | Seiya Morita | 55kg | 1:11.80 | 14-14-11 | 13 |
| 14.7L | $347.30 |
| 15/16 | 06/09/2026 | 36 | ALLOW 3U | $271,510.00 | Nakayama | 1200m | Good | Ryuichi Sugahara | 58kg | 1:09.20 | - | 1 |
| 14.0L | $270.60 |
| 13/13 | 01/08/2026 | 14 | ALLOW 3U | $270,800.00 | Chukyo | 1800m | Good | Toshiki Akiyama | 58kg | 1:52.30 | 12-13-13 | 2 |
| 36.7L | $611.20 |
| 15/15 | 18/07/2026 | 75 | ALLOW 3U | $273,260.00 | Fukushima | 1700m | Good | Takuya Kowata | 58kg | 1:44.30 | 13-14-15 | 11 |
| 22.1L | $330.20 |
| 6/12 | 04/05/2026 | 35 | B3 3U | $42,850.00 | Funabashi | 1600m | Good | Genki Fujimoto | 56kg | 1:43.50 | 6-7-6 | 10 |
| 11.1L | $62.20 |
| 12/12 | 30/03/2026 | 19 | B3 3U | $43,800.00 | Funabashi | 1600m | Good | Aoi Shinoya | 56kg | 1:44.50 | 5-8-12 | 2 |
| 13.7L | $71.30 |

Jockey: Gonsarubesu Furanshisuko
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a five-week freshening after a fair fourth at this track, beaten five lengths by Maru Mori Active at big odds. Her previous sixth behind Takka Valiant had more merit, making up ground from a long way back to finish within four lengths. A past track-and-distance win gives her a minor chance, though the 12-month record tempers enthusiasm.
Last Starts 34 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/12 | 10/09/2026 | 21 | C1 3U | $19,186.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | SP | Francisco Goncalves | 53kg | 1:31.30 | 3-5-4 | 12 |
| 5.0L | $34.20 |
| 6/11 | 20/08/2026 | 23 | C1 3U | $19,178.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Fast | Wada Joji | 53kg | 1:31.70 | 8-8-6 | 8 |
| 3.8L | $27.80 |
| 5/8 | 28/07/2026 | 20 | C1 3U | $19,320.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Fast | Wada Joji | 53kg | 1:31.80 | 8-4-5 | 4 |
| 4.1L | $20.50 |
| 7/11 | 08/07/2026 | 21 | C1 3U | $19,320.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Good | Wada Joji | 53kg | 1:31.40 | 11-10-7 | 2 |
| 7.3L | $38.70 |
| 8/8 | 17/06/2026 | 34 | COND 3 | $39,405.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | Good | Kosuke Sakurai | 55kg | 1:36.80 | 3-8-8 | 7 |
| 14.3L | $9.90 |
| 4/6 | 14/05/2026 | 35 | COND 3 | $79,351.00 | Kawasaki | 2000m | Fast | Kosuke Sakurai | 53kg | 2:16.30 | 2-2-4 | 3 |
| 5.0L | $3.40 |

Jockey: Yujiro Tanabata
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Has been beaten a long way in both recent runs, finishing second last at Urawa behind Tranquil Light last start, beaten over 20 lengths at big odds. He was also second last over 900m at this track prior after travelling close enough before dropping out. One track win is not enough to offset the current slump.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 | 24/09/2026 | 16 | C1 3U | $28,780.00 | Urawa | 1500m | M | Yoshimi Nakashima | 54kg | 1:35.70 | 7-11-11 | 1 |
| 19.7L | $150.30 |
| 11/12 | 08/09/2026 | 53 | C1 3U | $19,186.00 | Kawasaki | 900m | M | Yujiro Tanabata | 56kg | 0:55.00 | 3-7-11 | 3 |
| 12.4L | $84.20 |
| 6/11 | 17/07/2026 | 11 | C1 3U | $28,980.00 | Urawa | 800m | R | Akira Harita | 56kg | 0:46.60 | 8-7-6 | 4 |
| 6.1L | $140.20 |
| 6/9 | 06/07/2026 | 12 | C1 3U | $19,320.00 | Kawasaki | 900m | R | Yujiro Tanabata | 56kg | 0:54.90 | 2-4-6 | 3 |
| 6.1L | $34.70 |
| 6/11 | 24/06/2026 | 21 | C1 3U | $28,371.00 | Urawa | 800m | Good | Yamato Ishikawa | 56kg | 0:47.10 | 8-7-6 | 2 |
| 8.1L | $51.70 |
| 13/13 | 03/06/2026 | 7 | C1 3U | $28,371.00 | Funabashi | 1000m | R | Yujiro Tanabata | 56kg | 1:02.10 | 11-13-13 | 5 |
| 13.5L | $109.00 |

Jockey: Jouji Wada
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a five-week freshening after winning at this track, beating Hi Barbie by a length and a half when near the top of an open market. Her prior fourth in a COND behind Boncellensis came after settling rearward and being unwanted in betting, so the latest run was a clear positive. Two wins and one place from three at this track and distance make her a serious threat.
Last Starts 37 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12 | 07/09/2026 | 17 | C1 3U | $19,186.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | R | Wada Joji | 53kg | 1:33.00 | 2-3-1 | 11 |
| 1.5L | $8.80 |
| 4/12 | 21/08/2026 | 135 | COND 3 | $22,374.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | R | Wada Joji | 54kg | 1:37.20 | 10-8-4 | 11 |
| 5.8L | $41.30 |
| 12/13 | 08/04/2026 | 34 | COND 3 | $32,850.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | Good | Takayuki Yano | 54kg | 1:36.80 | 9-7-12 | 13 |
| 17.3L | $8.70 |
| 2/9 | 05/03/2026 | 27 | COND 3 | $40,555.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | SP | Ryo Novata | 54kg | 1:37.70 | 8-5-2 | 9 |
| 8.0L | $9.40 |
| 1/12 | 06/02/2026 | 36 | COND 3 | $33,370.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Fast | Takayuki Yano | 54kg | 1:33.60 | 5-3-1 | 10 |
| 1.5L | $1.30 |
| 2/11 | 01/01/2026 | 63 | COND 3 | $34,384.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Good | Takayuki Yano | 54kg | 1:33.90 | 3-3-2 | 5 |
| 1.5L | $2.20 |

Jockey: Haruku Sano
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a five-week freshening after finishing fifth at this track, beaten just under six lengths by Aoi Hanamichi when unwanted in the market. The run prior was weaker, finishing second last to Takka Valiant after failing to finish off. She places often at this venue and trip without winning, which points to a minor-money profile.
Last Starts 34 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/12 | 10/09/2026 | 21 | C1 3U | $19,186.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | SP | Takami Riku | 54kg | 1:31.60 | 11-7-5 | 5 |
| 5.8L | $28.90 |
| 10/11 | 20/08/2026 | 23 | C1 3U | $19,178.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Fast | Takami Riku | 54kg | 1:31.70 | 1-1-10 | 3 |
| 9.0L | $5.50 |
| 3/8 | 28/07/2026 | 20 | C1 3U | $19,320.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Fast | Ryo Novata | 54kg | 1:31.80 | 1-1-3 | 3 |
| 3.0L | $5.30 |
| 4/11 | 08/07/2026 | 21 | C1 3U | $19,320.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Good | Haruto Nakayama | 53kg | 1:31.40 | 4-5-4 | 4 |
| 4.6L | $16.20 |
| 13/14 | 17/06/2026 | 33 | B3 3U | $37,828.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | Good | Haruto Nakayama | 53kg | 1:36.20 | 4-10-13 | 9 |
| 11.7L | $86.50 |
| 5/12 | 15/05/2026 | 134 | C1 3U | $19,044.00 | Kawasaki | 1400m | Fast | Takayuki Yano | 54kg | 1:31.40 | 5-4-5 | 11 |
| 4.1L | $7.80 |