Kochi Race 6 - Race 6 - 1400
BYSTOL (7) is the top pick after turning consistent form into a narrow win at this track, beating Kusudama by a neck at big odds. His third to Daoradaora at the start prior reads well enough, and three wins from six at this track and distance gives him a strong profile for a repeat. REACH A DEAL (5) was beaten by BYSTOL last time after being a well-supported favourite, but his previous second to Amazing was strong and his record at this venue and trip keeps him right in the contest. CARTE MAITRESSE (11) has the sharp B2 win two back, when she beat Derma Azrael by three lengths, and the weight relief helps her rebound from a plain eighth. NEO BRAVE (10) is winless across the past 12 months, but his fourth to Vin Quet Domingo was sound enough and his jockey-horse record supports another honest minor-money performance.

Jockey: Masayoshi Yamasaki
Weight: 57kgs
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Dominated a 3yo+ B2 at this track last start, clearing out to beat Bix by nine lengths after starting as an outside chance in the betting. That was a sharp rebound from his sixth to Carte Maitresse over 1600m, where he settled back and made no impression. Proven at this track and distance with four wins and four placings from 13 attempts, he has strong place credentials if he holds that latest level.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 26/09/2026 | 14 | B2 3U | $23,628.00 | Kochi | 1400m | R | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 57kg | 1:29.10 | 1-1-1 | 7 |
| 9.0L | $16.00 |
| 6/8 | 12/09/2026 | 42 | B2 3U | $23,628.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Takuya Okamura | 57kg | 1:44.60 | 7-6-6 | 5 |
| 11.5L | $18.60 |
| 10/11 | 01/08/2026 | 28 | B2 3U | $23,617.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 57kg | 1:24.70 | 10-9-10 | 5 |
| 8.1L | $20.20 |
| 5/12 | 04/07/2026 | 14 | COND 3U | $23,792.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 57kg | 1:22.00 | 4-3-5 | 11 |
| 3.6L | $7.40 |
| 6/8 | 20/06/2026 | 14 | B2 3U | $23,292.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 57kg | 1:30.60 | 4-5-6 | 2 |
| 3.8L | $14.00 |
| 8/10 | 06/06/2026 | 14 | COND 3U | $39,930.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Takuya Okamura | 57kg | 1:43.20 | 5-7-8 | 9 |
| 6.4L | $58.70 |

Jockey: Yuuta Gouma
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Has been safely held in two recent 3yo+ A3 runs at this track, finishing fifth to Amazing over 1600m last start after being unwanted in the market. The start prior was no stronger when sixth to Vin Quet Domingo at big odds. His track-and-distance record gives him some grounding for this, but he will have to lift sharply on the current form line.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/9 | 27/09/2026 | 14 | A3 3U | $30,378.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Yuta Goma | 57kg | 1:42.80 | 3-4-5 | 8 |
| 5.5L | $48.90 |
| 6/11 | 13/09/2026 | 42 | A3 3U | $30,378.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Masashi Ueda | 57kg | 1:21.80 | 8-7-6 | 6 |
| 7.1L | $106.70 |
| 7/8 | 02/08/2026 | 14 | COND 3U | $47,234.00 | Kochi | 1600m | Fast | Eita Inoue | 57kg | 1:47.00 | 4-5-7 | 5 |
| 10.1L | $56.70 |
| 5/8 | 19/07/2026 | 14 | A3 3U | $30,590.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Yuta Goma | 57kg | 1:21.80 | 5-4-5 | 8 |
| 6.0L | $81.50 |
| 6/8 | 05/07/2026 | 28 | A3 3U | $30,590.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Yuta Goma | 57kg | 1:27.80 | 6-6-6 | 5 |
| 8.2L | $67.60 |
| 9/10 | 07/06/2026 | 14 | COND 4U | $83,187.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Yuta Goma | 57kg | 1:42.00 | 7-9-9 | 7 |
| 33.7L | $200.70 |

Jockey: Taichi Nagamori
Weight: 57kgs
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Comments
Returns from a three-month break after finishing last to Thunder Zeus at this track, beaten nine and a half lengths despite sitting near the top of betting. His earlier tenth at Ohi was also only fair, but the broader record is much better than those runs suggest, with seven wins from 20 starts and six wins at around this distance. If he returns closer to his best, he can land in the placings.
Last Starts 83 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/9 | 19/07/2026 | 93 | AB 3U | $30,590.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Eita Inoue | 57kg | 1:22.90 | 8-7-9 | 2 |
| 9.5L | $3.30 |
| 10/12 | 17/04/2026 | 60 | A2B1 3U | $101,834.00 | Tokyo City Keiba | 1400m | SP | Elione Chaves | 57kg | 1:26.40 | 5-5-10 | 11 |
| 5.6L | $8.60 |
| 4/16 | 16/02/2026 | 32 | A2B1 3U | $103,448.00 | Tokyo City Keiba | 1400m | Fast | Masashige Honda | 57kg | 1:25.70 | 8-7-4 | 6 |
| 4.2L | $22.50 |
| 8/11 | 15/01/2026 | 44 | A2B1 3U | $106,590.00 | Tokyo City Keiba | 1400m | Fast | Masashige Honda | 57kg | 1:25.30 | 5-3-8 | 9 |
| 10.1L | $5.70 |
| 2/12 | 02/12/2025 | 140 | A2B1 3U | $109,369.00 | Tokyo City Keiba | 1400m | Fast | Masashige Honda | 57kg | 1:26.40 | 7-4-2 | 9 |
| 1.8L | $4.30 |
| 2/10 | 15/07/2025 | 34 | A2B1 3U | $118,220.00 | Tokyo City Keiba | 1400m | R | Masashige Honda | 57kg | 1:25.40 | 5-3-2 | 9 |
| 1.5L | $5.10 |

Jockey: Seiya Tatara
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Has offered little in two runs this campaign, most recently finishing second last to Vin Quet Domingo in a 3yo+ A3 at this track, beaten over 13 lengths as an outsider. He was also tenth at Sonoda the run prior after making no headway. The class drop and third-up profile are helpful, but the current form leaves him with a sizeable task.
Last Starts 27 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 | 13/09/2026 | 31 | A3 3U | $30,378.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Kondo Shogetsu | 56kg | 1:21.80 | 2-5-10 | 2 |
| 13.1L | $23.70 |
| 10/12 | 13/08/2026 | 69 | COND 3U | $63,926.00 | Sonoda | 1230m | Good | Kenta Sugiura | 57kg | 1:19.50 | 9-10-10 | 6 |
| 7.5L | $22.00 |
| 7/10 | 05/06/2026 | 29 | A2 3U | $78,809.00 | Funabashi | 1000m | Good | Ryo Novata | 57kg | 1:01.00 | 7-4-7 | 6 |
| 6.0L | $17.50 |
| 4/8 | 07/05/2026 | 113 | A2B1 3U | $79,351.00 | Funabashi | 1200m | Fast | Tsubasa Sasagawa | 57kg | 1:13.00 | 4-5-4 | 1 |
| 8.0L | $6.90 |
| 10/11 | 14/01/2026 | 22 | COND 4U | $130,659.00 | Tokyo City Keiba | 1200m | Fast | Tsubasa Sasagawa | 55kg | 1:11.80 | 9-9-10 | 2 |
| 13.0L | $7.70 |
| 9/13 | 23/12/2025 | 56 | COND | $501,274.00 | Urawa | 1400m | Fast | Masaaki Kuwamura | 57kg | 1:26.40 | 12-11-9 | 5 |
| 6.8L | $101.50 |

Jockey: Takuya Okamura
Weight: 57kgs
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Comments
Was a well-supported favourite when fourth to Bystol at this track last start, beaten just over three lengths after holding a commanding lead and tiring late. The start prior was much better, closing nicely for second to Amazing over 1600m at long odds. With 14 career wins and a strong record around this distance, he has the right substance to turn the tables.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/10 | 26/09/2026 | 14 | COND 3U | $40,505.00 | Kochi | 1400m | R | Takuya Okamura | 57kg | 1:30.30 | 4-1-4 | 9 |
| 3.3L | $3.40 |
| 2/10 | 12/09/2026 | 41 | COND 3U | $30,378.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Takuya Okamura | 57kg | 1:43.70 | 3-2-2 | 4 |
| 0.8L | $22.40 |
| 9/10 | 02/08/2026 | 28 | COND 3U | $30,365.00 | Kochi | 1600m | Fast | Takuya Okamura | 57kg | 1:46.70 | 3-6-9 | 1 |
| 13.0L | $9.30 |
| 5/8 | 05/07/2026 | 14 | A3 3U | $30,590.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Takuya Okamura | 57kg | 1:27.80 | 8-6-5 | 2 |
| 6.2L | $17.20 |
| 7/9 | 21/06/2026 | 29 | COND 3U | $29,947.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Takuya Okamura | 57kg | 1:44.10 | 2-4-7 | 8 |
| 13.4L | $5.30 |
| 1/11 | 23/05/2026 | 27 | COND 3U | $40,205.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Takuya Okamura | 57kg | 1:28.70 | 5-1-1 | 5 |
| 2.5L | $58.20 |

Jockey: Chikanao Shirono
Weight: 57kgs
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Comments
Has gone backwards at the past two starts, finishing ninth to Vin Quet Domingo before coming in last to Sanono Espo over 1900m, beaten over 13 lengths and unwanted in the market. Earlier season form shows he can win races, and he has two wins from seven at this track and distance, but his current form makes him hard to support with confidence.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12 | 27/09/2026 | 14 | COND 3U | $168,769.00 | Kochi | 1900m | SP | Shinji Hatanaka | 57kg | 2:03.70 | 8-10-12 | 8 |
| 13.4L | $115.20 |
| 9/11 | 13/09/2026 | 42 | A3 3U | $30,378.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Taichi Nagamori | 57kg | 1:21.80 | 11-10-9 | 3 |
| 10.1L | $11.30 |
| 1/10 | 02/08/2026 | 15 | COND 3U | $30,365.00 | Kochi | 1600m | Fast | Taichi Nagamori | 57kg | 1:46.70 | 8-3-1 | 8 |
| 0.3L | $2.40 |
| 1/8 | 18/07/2026 | 14 | B2 3U | $23,792.00 | Kochi | 1600m | Fast | Taichi Nagamori | 57kg | 1:47.80 | 8-4-1 | 1 |
| 2.0L | $3.90 |
| 7/10 | 04/07/2026 | 34 | B2 3U | $23,792.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Takuya Okamura | 57kg | 1:22.10 | 7-5-7 | 10 |
| 6.5L | $6.50 |
| 1/12 | 31/05/2026 | 15 | COND 4U | $49,912.00 | Kochi | 1900m | Good | Taichi Nagamori | 57kg | 2:06.20 | 6-3-1 | 1 |
| 1.0L | $20.50 |

Jockey: Minoru Miyagawa
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Comes off a determined win at this track, beating Kusudama by a neck at big odds after having the job ahead in the straight. That backed up a solid third to Daoradaora in a 3yo+ B3, so his recent form has a reliable shape. Three wins from six at this track and distance and a strong record with Minoru Miyagawa make him the runner with the clearest winning case.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 26/09/2026 | 14 | COND 3U | $40,505.00 | Kochi | 1400m | R | Chikanao Shirono | 57kg | 1:30.30 | 4-4-1 | 7 |
| 0.3L | $35.30 |
| 3/9 | 12/09/2026 | 42 | B3 3U | $23,628.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Shuji Akaoka | 57kg | 1:45.00 | 6-4-3 | 7 |
| 2.3L | $35.70 |
| 3/12 | 01/08/2026 | 14 | B3 3U | $23,617.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Minoru Miyagawa | 57kg | 1:25.60 | 3-4-3 | 10 |
| 1.3L | $4.80 |
| 5/9 | 18/07/2026 | 14 | B3 3U | $23,792.00 | Kochi | 1600m | Fast | Minoru Miyagawa | 57kg | 1:47.00 | 6-5-5 | 7 |
| 10.0L | $6.90 |
| 8/11 | 04/07/2026 | 14 | COND 3U | $40,787.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Minoru Miyagawa | 57kg | 1:21.80 | 4-4-8 | 3 |
| 6.8L | $25.60 |
| 1/11 | 20/06/2026 | 20 | COND 3U | $23,292.00 | Kochi | 1400m | R | Minoru Miyagawa | 57kg | 1:32.20 | 3-1-1 | 11 |
| 1.0L | $1.80 |

Jockey: Shinji Hatanaka
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Recent form is honest, with a second to Amazing over 1600m last start after working home evenly, following a third behind the same winner the run prior. He has been starting at each-way odds and keeps finding the line without landing the race. His track-and-distance record is stronger for placings than wins, so he profiles as a minor-money hope rather than a major threat.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/9 | 27/09/2026 | 15 | A3 3U | $30,378.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Shinji Hatanaka | 57kg | 1:42.80 | 5-3-2 | 7 |
| 3.0L | $15.20 |
| 3/10 | 12/09/2026 | 42 | COND 3U | $30,378.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 57kg | 1:43.70 | 5-3-3 | 7 |
| 6.8L | $20.00 |
| 1/11 | 01/08/2026 | 14 | B2 3U | $23,617.00 | Kochi | 1300m | Fast | Shinji Hatanaka | 57kg | 1:24.70 | 8-5-1 | 7 |
| 0.1L | $22.30 |
| 4/8 | 18/07/2026 | 14 | B2 3U | $23,792.00 | Kochi | 1600m | Fast | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 57kg | 1:47.80 | 3-2-4 | 2 |
| 3.3L | $5.50 |
| 5/11 | 04/07/2026 | 14 | COND 3U | $40,787.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Shinji Hatanaka | 57kg | 1:21.80 | 9-7-5 | 7 |
| 4.5L | $29.40 |
| 3/9 | 20/06/2026 | 14 | COND 3U | $39,930.00 | Kochi | 1400m | R | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 57kg | 1:29.60 | 3-3-3 | 3 |
| 2.0L | $73.70 |

Jockey: Kaisei Shinjou
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a five-month break after ending last preparation with a sixth to Esken Dream at this track, beaten eight lengths and unwanted in the market. His previous fifth to Miscela Dorata was better, as he caught the eye late from well back. The 12 wins around 1400m demand respect, but fresh off that last-run form he has more to prove than the leading chances.
Last Starts 139 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/11 | 24/05/2026 | 14 | A2 3U | $30,153.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Seiya Tatara | 57kg | 1:42.20 | 4-4-6 | 7 |
| 8.0L | $35.50 |
| 5/9 | 10/05/2026 | 14 | A2 3U | $30,153.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Good | Seiya Tatara | 57kg | 1:30.80 | 4-4-5 | 4 |
| 2.7L | $5.50 |
| 5/6 | 26/04/2026 | 14 | COND 3U | $48,545.00 | Kochi | 1300m | R | Kondo Shogetsu | 56kg | 1:21.20 | 4-6-5 | 2 |
| 4.5L | $10.80 |
| 2/8 | 12/04/2026 | 19 | A3 3U | $31,207.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Kondo Shogetsu | 56kg | 1:43.80 | 3-2-2 | 7 |
| 5.0L | $7.30 |
| 6/12 | 24/03/2026 | 9 | COND 4U | $48,666.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Good | Kondo Shogetsu | 56kg | 1:31.00 | 6-11-6 | 2 |
| 4.8L | $61.90 |
| 2/8 | 15/03/2026 | 14 | COND 3U | $32,444.00 | Kochi | 1600m | Fast | Kondo Shogetsu | 56kg | 1:48.60 | 4-4-2 | 3 |
| 0.8L | $16.10 |

Jockey: Eita Inoue
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Worked into a sound fourth to Vin Quet Domingo at this track last start, beaten just over three lengths at long odds. That followed a sixth to Placer Gold over 1600m, so he has been competitive without threatening to win. The partnership with Eita Inoue is a genuine positive and his distance record is solid, making him a realistic place chance again.
Last Starts 27 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 | 13/09/2026 | 42 | A3 3U | $30,378.00 | Kochi | 1300m | SP | Eita Inoue | 57kg | 1:21.80 | 7-6-4 | 9 |
| 3.1L | $23.30 |
| 6/8 | 02/08/2026 | 28 | COND 3U | $47,234.00 | Kochi | 1600m | Fast | Masashi Ueda | 57kg | 1:47.00 | 5-5-6 | 4 |
| 6.1L | $24.10 |
| 4/8 | 05/07/2026 | 14 | COND 3U | $47,585.00 | Kochi | 1400m | SP | Masashi Ueda | 57kg | 1:26.90 | 6-4-4 | 5 |
| 5.8L | $117.80 |
| 4/8 | 21/06/2026 | 28 | COND 3U | $29,947.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Yoshiki Yamada | 57kg | 1:44.80 | 6-5-4 | 8 |
| 4.6L | $12.60 |
| 3/11 | 24/05/2026 | 14 | A2 3U | $30,153.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Yoshiki Yamada | 57kg | 1:42.20 | 7-4-3 | 2 |
| 3.0L | $57.50 |
| 2/9 | 10/05/2026 | 28 | A2 3U | $30,153.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Good | Seigo Tsukamoto | 57kg | 1:30.80 | 4-4-2 | 6 |
| 0.2L | $10.90 |

Jockey: Shougetsu Kondou
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Had excuses only in the sense she had too much to do last start, finishing eighth to Scandinavia and never becoming a factor. Her win the start prior was far more compelling, putting away Derma Azrael by three lengths in a 3yo+ B2 at this track. With weight relief and a leading stable behind her, she has the profile to rebound strongly.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/12 | 20/09/2026 | 8 | COND 3U | $67,508.00 | Kochi | 1400m | Good | Shinjo Kaisei | 57kg | 1:32.00 | 6-5-8 | 9 |
| 7.4L | $33.30 |
| 1/8 | 12/09/2026 | 41 | B2 3U | $23,628.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Shuji Akaoka | 55kg | 1:44.60 | 5-1-1 | 4 |
| 3.0L | $3.80 |
| 3/8 | 02/08/2026 | 29 | COND 3U | $47,234.00 | Kochi | 1600m | Fast | Shuji Akaoka | 55kg | 1:47.00 | 2-2-3 | 7 |
| 5.0L | $45.00 |
| 5/11 | 04/07/2026 | 13 | COND 3U | $67,979.00 | Kochi | 1300m | R | Masayoshi Yamasaki | 57kg | 1:20.80 | 8-5-5 | 2 |
| 10.3L | $68.70 |
| 6/6 | 21/06/2026 | 28 | A3 3U | $29,947.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Yuta Goma | 55kg | 1:44.80 | 2-2-6 | 3 |
| 9.0L | $10.00 |
| 4/9 | 24/05/2026 | 36 | A3 3U | $30,153.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Yoshiki Yamada | 55kg | 1:43.90 | 4-2-4 | 7 |
| 5.8L | $57.00 |