Kochi Race 2 - Race 2 - 1300
NIGHT SNIPER (9) sets the standard through consistency, having won here by a neck last start as an odds-on favourite after a solid second to Precious Meno the run prior. His overall record of two wins and four places from eight starts gives him the most reliable profile. MOZU GANESA (6) is the obvious danger after dominant back-to-back Kochi wins, most recently scoring by eight lengths from Meisho Goketsu, and three wins from three starts at this track demands respect. CITY PROSPER (7) resumes from a break but has an excellent track-and-distance record and her latest third behind Bari King was sound enough for this. YUMITCHI LOVE (8) has more of a place profile than a winning one, though his fourth to Fulfilment keeps him in the wider mix if the main pair come back to the field.

Jockey: Junya Ishimoto
Weight: 55kgs
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Returns from a two-month break after finishing seventh behind Bari King at Kochi, beaten over 14 lengths and unwanted in the market. Her previous ninth behind Zagara carried a similar shape, with no headway made from a tough position. The record at this track and distance is also against her, so a sharp turnaround is required.
Last Starts 55 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/11 | 01/08/2026 | 20 | COND 3 | $10,122.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Seishiro Osawa | 55kg | 1:26.20 | 10-9-7 | 8 |
| 14.1L | $129.00 |
| 9/11 | 12/07/2026 | 8 | COND 3 | $67,979.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Good | Seishiro Osawa | 55kg | 1:23.70 | 10-8-9 | 4 |
| 11.3L | $545.80 |
| 10/11 | 04/07/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $10,197.00 | Kochi | 1400m | R | Seishiro Osawa | 55kg | 1:31.20 | 7-10-10 | 4 |
| 11.9L | $147.60 |
| 4/12 | 20/06/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $9,982.00 | Kochi | 1300m | R | Shinji Hatanaka | 55kg | 1:25.30 | 2-1-4 | 9 |
| 6.3L | $2.50 |
| 8/10 | 06/06/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $9,982.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Seishiro Osawa | 55kg | 1:31.20 | 9-10-8 | 4 |
| 7.0L | $185.60 |
| 7/9 | 23/05/2026 | 20 | COND 3 | $10,051.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Seishiro Osawa | 55kg | 1:23.80 | 8-8-7 | 7 |
| 8.6L | $30.70 |

Jockey: Seiya Tatara
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Has been fifth at her past two Kochi runs, beaten just over eight lengths by Fulfilment last start after settling rearward, then seven and a half lengths behind Bari King prior. The market has kept her near the top of betting, and two wins plus two places from six track-and-distance starts keep her in the minor-money picture, but she must convert that support into a stronger finish.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/11 | 12/09/2026 | 42 | COND 3 | $10,126.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Chikanao Shirono | 55kg | 1:31.40 | 6-5-5 | 11 |
| 8.3L | $3.50 |
| 5/11 | 01/08/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $10,122.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Seiya Tatara | 55kg | 1:26.20 | 4-8-5 | 7 |
| 7.8L | $4.40 |
| 2/9 | 18/07/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $10,197.00 | Kochi | 800m | Fast | Chikanao Shirono | 54kg | 0:49.40 | 2-4-2 | 4 |
| 0.2L | $5.50 |
| 2/11 | 04/07/2026 | 13 | COND 3 | $10,197.00 | Kochi | 1400m | R | Chikanao Shirono | 54kg | 1:31.20 | 1-2-2 | 1 |
| 0.5L | $25.30 |
| 3/12 | 21/06/2026 | 260 | COND 3 | $9,982.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Seiya Tatara | 55kg | 1:25.20 | 4-5-3 | 10 |
| 4.0L | $11.60 |
| 1/6 | 04/10/2025 | 11 | COND 2 | $16,859.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Chikanao Shirono | 54kg | 1:27.60 | 2-2-1 | 6 |
| 1.0L | $1.90 |

Jockey: Chikanao Shirono
Weight: 57kgs
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Comments
Was second last behind Fulfilment at Kochi a fortnight ago, well beaten after being miles back and failing to improve, while the market wanted little to do with him. His previous fifth in a 3yo+ COND at Saga had more merit from well back, though he was still beaten over 14 lengths. A return to his better track-and-distance form is needed to make an impact.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11 | 12/09/2026 | 35 | COND 3 | $10,126.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Junya Ishimoto | 57kg | 1:31.40 | 10-10-10 | 6 |
| 20.6L | $184.90 |
| 5/11 | 08/08/2026 | 21 | COND 3U | $15,094.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Takuya Okamura | 56kg | 1:31.10 | 9-5-5 | 4 |
| 14.0L | $19.80 |
| 8/9 | 18/07/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $10,197.00 | Kochi | 800m | Fast | Naoyuki Tsukamoto | 54kg | 0:49.40 | 6-7-8 | 9 |
| 10.7L | $92.50 |
| 9/11 | 04/07/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $10,197.00 | Kochi | 1400m | R | Shinji Hatanaka | 57kg | 1:31.20 | 10-10-9 | 7 |
| 9.9L | $111.80 |
| 4/10 | 20/06/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $9,982.00 | Kochi | 1300m | R | Naoyuki Tsukamoto | 54kg | 1:26.50 | 4-8-4 | 8 |
| 4.3L | $98.40 |
| 6/9 | 06/06/2026 | 21 | COND 3 | $9,982.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Chikanao Shirono | 56kg | 1:31.40 | 8-6-6 | 7 |
| 8.0L | $48.30 |

Jockey: Kaisei Shinjou
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Placed again when third to Night Sniper at Kochi last start, but the margin was a long way and she only battled on after being unwanted in the market. Her prior third behind Fulfilment, beaten four lengths at big odds, reads better. Four placings from 16 starts at this track and distance suggest she can fill a hole, though winning requires a clear lift.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/10 | 12/09/2026 | 42 | COND 3 | $10,126.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Shinjo Kaisei | 55kg | 1:31.90 | 3-4-3 | 6 |
| 30.3L | $48.00 |
| 3/10 | 01/08/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $10,122.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Abe Mototsugu | 54kg | 1:27.10 | 7-7-3 | 7 |
| 4.0L | $46.30 |
| 5/9 | 18/07/2026 | 13 | COND 3 | $10,197.00 | Kochi | 800m | Fast | Abe Mototsugu | 53kg | 0:49.40 | 7-6-5 | 6 |
| 6.7L | $46.30 |
| 1/12 | 05/07/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $10,197.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Abe Mototsugu | 53kg | 1:32.20 | 1-2-1 | 9 |
| 1.5L | $10.70 |
| 6/11 | 21/06/2026 | 15 | COND 3 | $9,982.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Abe Mototsugu | 53kg | 1:24.50 | 11-9-6 | 4 |
| 10.0L | $247.00 |
| 10/10 | 06/06/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $9,982.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Abe Mototsugu | 53kg | 1:31.80 | 8-7-10 | 2 |
| 16.3L | $69.70 |

Jockey: Masayoshi Yamasaki
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Started near the top of an open market last time but finished eighth behind Fulfilment at Kochi, beaten over 19 lengths after settling rearward. The run prior was a tenth in a 3yo Maiden over 2200m at Niigata, where he came under pressure late. Still a maiden after six starts, he needs the class drop to spark a sizeable rebound.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/11 | 12/09/2026 | 41 | COND 3 | $10,126.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 57kg | 1:31.40 | 11-11-8 | 7 |
| 18.8L | $7.90 |
| 10/13 | 02/08/2026 | 36 | MDN 3 | $98,110.00 | Niigata | 2200m | Good | Naota Uezato | 54kg | 2:12.50 | 2-3-10 | 5 |
| 9.2L | $19.00 |
| 9/16 | 27/06/2026 | 41 | MDN 3 | $96,760.00 | Fukushima | 2000m | Good | Francisco Goncalves | 57kg | 1:59.60 | 10-7-9 | 12 |
| 5.5L | $14.00 |
| 3/16 | 17/05/2026 | 28 | MDN 3 | $99,450.00 | Niigata | 2000m | Good | Naota Uezato | 54kg | 2:01.90 | 3-4-3 | 10 |
| 3.3L | $24.20 |
| 9/16 | 19/04/2026 | 21 | MDN 3 | $102,930.00 | Fukushima | 2000m | Good | Naota Uezato | 54kg | 2:00.20 | 9-8-9 | 11 |
| 5.7L | $15.80 |
| 5/16 | 29/03/2026 | - | MDN 3 | $101,660.00 | Nakayama | 1800m | Good | Naota Uezato | 54kg | 1:47.90 | 7-8-5 | 6 |
| 8.5L | $53.80 |

Jockey: Yuuta Gouma
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Arrives in peak form after winning by eight lengths from Meisho Goketsu at Kochi, heavily backed into very short odds-on territory and scoring with plenty in reserve. That followed a five-length win from Lord Belfast, again as a dominant favourite. Three wins from three starts at this track make him a major chance if he repeats that authority.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/11 | 12/09/2026 | 41 | COND 3 | $10,126.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Yuta Goma | 57kg | 1:31.90 | 1-1-1 | 2 |
| 8.0L | $1.10 |
| 1/11 | 02/08/2026 | 28 | COND 3 | $10,122.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Abe Mototsugu | 56kg | 1:24.60 | 1-1-1 | 12 |
| 5.0L | $1.30 |
| 1/10 | 05/07/2026 | 42 | COND 3 | $10,197.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Abe Mototsugu | 55kg | 1:28.70 | 1-1-1 | 6 |
| 9.0L | $5.60 |
| 17/18 | 24/05/2026 | 42 | MDN 3 | $99,450.00 | Kyoto | 1600m | Good | Yuji Hishida | 57kg | 1:32.90 | 4-3-17 | 13 |
| 14.9L | $265.00 |
| 14/16 | 12/04/2026 | 21 | MDN 3 | $102,930.00 | Hanshin | 1200m | Good | Akatsuki Tomita | 57kg | 1:12.40 | - | 3 |
| 15.7L | $31.30 |
| 15/16 | 22/03/2026 | 182 | MDN 3 | $101,660.00 | Chukyo | 1400m | Good | Akatsuki Tomita | 57kg | 1:25.10 | - | 15 |
| 24.4L | $10.30 |

Jockey: Taichi Nagamori
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a two-month break after a solid third behind Bari King at Kochi, beaten just under four lengths when near the top of betting. Her prior fifth behind Sox as odds-on favourite was less convincing, with no quickening when asked. The two wins and one place from three track-and-distance starts are a strong anchor, so she remains a genuine place chance fresh.
Last Starts 55 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/11 | 01/08/2026 | 28 | COND 3 | $10,122.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Eita Inoue | 55kg | 1:26.20 | 7-4-3 | 3 |
| 3.8L | $3.50 |
| 5/11 | 04/07/2026 | 13 | COND 3 | $10,197.00 | Kochi | 1400m | R | Minoru Miyagawa | 55kg | 1:31.20 | 5-3-5 | 6 |
| 3.1L | $1.70 |
| 1/11 | 21/06/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $9,982.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Minoru Miyagawa | 55kg | 1:24.50 | 2-2-1 | 9 |
| 1.0L | $1.40 |
| 2/11 | 07/06/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $9,982.00 | Kochi | 1400m | R | Eita Inoue | 55kg | 1:29.90 | 2-1-2 | 6 |
| 0.3L | $1.80 |
| 1/9 | 24/05/2026 | 29 | COND 3 | $10,051.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | H Yoshihara | 55kg | 1:23.40 | 6-4-1 | 9 |
| 0.8L | $1.50 |
| 11/16 | 25/04/2026 | 55 | MDN 3 | $102,930.00 | Kyoto | 1400m | Good | Manabu Sakai | 55kg | 1:24.70 | - | 6 |
| 16.5L | $309.30 |

Jockey: Masashi Ueda
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Improved slightly to finish fourth behind Fulfilment at Kochi last start, beaten seven and a half lengths after being unwanted in the market. His previous fifth behind Precious Meno was only fair and he failed to finish it off. The maiden record is the main restraint, with three placings from 26 starts, so he profiles as a minor-money chance rather than a winner.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/11 | 12/09/2026 | 41 | COND 3 | $10,126.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Masashi Ueda | 57kg | 1:31.40 | 5-3-4 | 4 |
| 7.5L | $44.00 |
| 5/12 | 02/08/2026 | 15 | COND 3 | $10,122.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Ryotaro Oka | 57kg | 1:25.80 | 2-3-5 | 6 |
| 6.0L | $12.90 |
| 7/10 | 18/07/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $10,197.00 | Kochi | 800m | Fast | Masashi Ueda | 57kg | 0:49.20 | 3-4-7 | 10 |
| 6.6L | $115.50 |
| 6/11 | 04/07/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $10,197.00 | Kochi | 1400m | R | Masashi Ueda | 57kg | 1:31.20 | 3-3-6 | 11 |
| 7.1L | $43.60 |
| 3/10 | 20/06/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $9,982.00 | Kochi | 1300m | R | Ryotaro Oka | 57kg | 1:26.50 | 4-5-3 | 5 |
| 2.8L | $44.50 |
| 2/9 | 06/06/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $9,982.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Ryotaro Oka | 57kg | 1:31.40 | 5-4-2 | 4 |
| 3.0L | $39.10 |

Jockey: Shougetsu Kondou
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Closed off strongly to beat Crescent Gold by a neck at Kochi last start, justifying odds-on favouritism and adding to a very consistent campaign. He had earlier run second to Precious Meno when well supported, so the form has held up across recent starts. With two wins and four places from eight overall, he brings the right blend of reliability and winning intent.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 12/09/2026 | 41 | COND 3 | $10,126.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Taichi Nagamori | 57kg | 1:31.90 | 1-1-1 | 10 |
| 0.3L | $1.80 |
| 2/12 | 02/08/2026 | 28 | COND 3 | $10,122.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Taichi Nagamori | 57kg | 1:25.80 | 3-4-2 | 8 |
| 2.5L | $2.70 |
| 3/10 | 05/07/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $10,197.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Ryotaro Oka | 57kg | 1:31.10 | 3-4-3 | 4 |
| 4.0L | $1.70 |
| 2/12 | 21/06/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $9,982.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Ryotaro Oka | 57kg | 1:25.20 | 2-2-2 | 3 |
| 1.5L | $12.70 |
| 2/9 | 07/06/2026 | 119 | COND 3 | $9,982.00 | Kochi | 1400m | R | Ryotaro Oka | 57kg | 1:29.90 | 4-4-2 | 1 |
| 5.0L | $6.30 |
| 9/10 | 08/02/2026 | 19 | COND 3 | $10,011.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Ryotaro Oka | 57kg | 1:25.90 | 4-6-9 | 3 |
| 12.4L | $2.20 |