Kyoto Race 12 - Maiden Race
NARITA ESPERANZA (12) resumed from a spell last start with a sound third over 1800m at Hanshin. Suitably placed to crack the maiden win. Overdue and leading rider goes aboard. SALIENTE (14) was well fancied last start over 2000m at Hanshin when third, beaten 4 lengths. Overdue for a maiden win and looks a great chance to get off the mark. TIMELESS FLAIR (10) was well in commission last start over 2000m at this track when third, beaten 6 lengths. Back in trip and worth another chance. MEISHO TENKU (8) was 3 lengths from the winner in sixth over 1600m at Hanshin last time following a minor placing on debut the run before. Plenty of scope for improvement.
Jockey: Osuke Tayama
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Jumped at big odds at debut, 5th of 12 at Hanshin on December 21 over 1800m, 1.5 len behind Trinity with 53.0kg at $46.40. Encouraging signs on debut and is worth following up.
Last Starts 28 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 | 21/12/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $139,650.00 | Hanshin | 1800m | Y | Osuke Tayama | 53kg | 1:48.60 | - | 3 |
| 1.5L | $46.40 |
Jockey: Hiroki Matsumoto
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Third race start. First start second last of 13 at Kokura on July 20 over 1800m, 18 len behind Bereshit with 53.0kg at $33.80. Returned from break couldn't go on with it; 7th of 13 at Chukyo on December 14 over 2000m, 6 len behind Graines De Joie carrying 55.0kg at $7.60. Unlikely to threaten.
Last Starts 35 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/13 | 14/12/2025 | 147 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Chukyo | 2000m | Good | Hiroki Matsumoto | 55kg | 2:02.00 | 1-2-7 | 5 |
| 6.1L | $7.60 |
| 12/13 | 20/07/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $150,950.00 | Kokura | 1800m | Good | Manami Nagashima | 53kg | 1:52.50 | 12-13-12 | 1 |
| 18.5L | $33.80 |
Jockey: Manami Nagashima
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Raced twice to date. At debut, 3rd of 9 at this track on November 1 over 2000m, 0.6 len behind Shadow Master carrying 56.0kg at $22.20. Second-up second last of 8 at Hanshin on December 13 over 2000m, 10 len behind Yoka O with 56.0kg at $7.50. Will find this a bit too tough.
Last Starts 36 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 | 13/12/2025 | 42 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Hanshin | 2000m | Good | Manabu Sakai | 56kg | 2:00.90 | 5-6-7 | 3 |
| 10.1L | $7.50 |
| 3/9 | 01/11/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $141,370.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Good | Manabu Sakai | 56kg | 2:02.30 | 3-5-3 | 9 |
| 0.6L | $22.20 |
Jockey: Fuma Matsuwaka
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming after a break; only one run when 9th of 13 at this track on October 18 over 1600m, 12 len behind Sweet Happiness with 55.0kg at $63.20. Others have firmer winning claims.
Last Starts 92 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/13 | 18/10/2025 | - | NEWC F 2 | $142,000.00 | Kyoto | 1600m | Good | Fuma Matsuwaka | 55kg | 1:34.80 | - | 8 |
| 12.9L | $63.20 |
Jockey: Kanta Taguchi
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Third-up today. Resuming 4th of 13 at this track on November 30 over 1800m, 6 len behind Sound Move with 56.0kg at $31.70. Second run from a spell 5th of 11 at Hanshin on December 14 over 1800m, 6 len behind T O Al Ain with 56.0kg at $11.80. Can't recommend against this lot.
Last Starts 35 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 | 14/12/2025 | 14 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Hanshin | 1800m | Good | Atsuya Nishimura | 56kg | 1:46.40 | - | 8 |
| 6.0L | $11.80 |
| 4/13 | 30/11/2025 | 154 | MDN 2 | $105,160.00 | Kyoto | 1800m | Good | Kanta Taguchi | 56kg | 1:46.40 | 12-12-4 | 12 |
| 5.8L | $31.70 |
| 11/13 | 29/06/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $153,900.00 | Fukushima | 1800m | Good | Genki Maruyama | 55kg | 1:49.50 | 12-10-11 | 7 |
| 15.5L | $29.40 |
Jockey: Yuga Kawada
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Jumped at long odds at debut, 5th of 14 at Hanshin on December 27 over 2000m, 4 len behind Shonan Hayanami with 56.0kg at $40.20. Will have benefited from that outing and is likely to measure up.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/14 | 27/12/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $139,650.00 | Hanshin | 2000m | Good | Taisei Danno | 56kg | 2:02.60 | 6-7-5 | 13 |
| 4.1L | $40.20 |
Jockey: Yusuke Fujioka
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Raced twice to date. When well in the market at debut, raced behind the speed prior to fading 7th of 11 at this track on October 19 over 2000m, 3 len behind Vallombrosa with 56.0kg at $2.60. Last start 6th of 16 at Hanshin on December 20 over 2000m, 6 len behind Basse Terre with 56.0kg at $8.20. Definite winning chance.
Last Starts 29 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/16 | 20/12/2025 | 62 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Hanshin | 2000m | Good | Kohei Matsuyama | 56kg | 2:00.70 | 6-5-6 | 10 |
| 5.8L | $8.20 |
| 7/11 | 19/10/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $142,000.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Good | Kohei Matsuyama | 56kg | 2:02.10 | 3-4-7 | 11 |
| 3.2L | $2.60 |
Jockey: Taisei Danno
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Having third race start. At debut, 2nd of 12 at this track on November 29 over 1600m, nose behind Red Ligare carrying 56.0kg at $15.10. Last start 6th of 18 at Hanshin on December 20 over 1600m, 3 len behind Satono Scepter with 56.0kg at $6.10. Sure to go well.
Last Starts 29 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/18 | 20/12/2025 | 21 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Hanshin | 1600m | Good | Taisei Danno | 56kg | 1:33.60 | - | 16 |
| 2.9L | $6.10 |
| 2/12 | 29/11/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $141,370.00 | Kyoto | 1600m | Good | Taisei Danno | 56kg | 1:35.40 | - | 9 |
| 0.1L | $15.10 |
Jockey: Thore Hammer Hansen
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Resumes from a spell. Finished off last campaign second last of 7 at this track November 2 over 2000m, 9 len behind Wonderful Bond carrying 55.0kg at $84.90. On debut second last of 10 at Chukyo August 23 over 1400m, 11 len behind Ars Magna carrying 54.0kg at $24.70. Doesn't appeal.
Last Starts 77 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/7 | 02/11/2025 | 20 | MDN 2 | $105,160.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Good | Daito Ozawa | 55kg | 2:01.90 | 6-6-6 | 5 |
| 9.5L | $84.90 |
| 8/10 | 13/10/2025 | 51 | MDN F 2 | $105,630.00 | Kyoto | 1600m | Good | Daito Ozawa | 55kg | 1:34.60 | - | 4 |
| 6.6L | $123.90 |
| 9/10 | 23/08/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $147,620.00 | Chukyo | 1400m | Good | Seinosuke Yoshimura | 54kg | 1:22.30 | - | 1 |
| 11.6L | $24.70 |
Jockey: Mirai Iwata
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Raced two times to date. When well in the market at debut, 2nd of 11 at this track on October 13 over 1800m, 1.0 len behind Justin Vista carrying 56.0kg at $4.60. Second-up sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 12 at this track on November 15 over 2000m, 6 len behind Sorpassare with 56.0kg at $1.90. Capable of a strong showing.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/12 | 15/11/2025 | 33 | MDN 2 | $105,160.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Good | Mirai Iwata | 56kg | 2:01.60 | 2-2-3 | 9 |
| 6.5L | $1.90 |
| 2/11 | 13/10/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $142,000.00 | Kyoto | 1800m | Good | Mirai Iwata | 56kg | 1:47.70 | - | 8 |
| 1.0L | $4.60 |
Jockey: Naho Furukawa
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
At the latest run raced on the pace before fading 14th of 18 at Chukyo on December 20 over 2000m, 9 len behind Lord Merveille carrying 53.0kg at $152. The race before that second last of 12 at Kyoto Dirt on November 8 over 1800m, 27 len behind Justin Le Mans with 53.0kg at $138. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.
Last Starts 29 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/18 | 20/12/2025 | 42 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Chukyo | 2000m | Good | Naho Furukawa | 53kg | 2:02.50 | 2-2-14 | 4 |
| 9.9L | $152.00 |
| 11/12 | 08/11/2025 | 7 | MDN 2 | $105,160.00 | Kyoto | 1800m | Good | Naho Furukawa | 53kg | 1:53.70 | 4-8-11 | 7 |
| 27.6L | $138.00 |
| 6/8 | 01/11/2025 | 13 | MDN 2 | $105,160.00 | Kyoto | 1800m | Good | Naho Furukawa | 53kg | 1:49.40 | 4-3-6 | 7 |
| 9.8L | $64.50 |
| 12/16 | 19/10/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $142,000.00 | Tokyo | 1600m | Good | Ryuichi Sugahara | 56kg | 1:39.60 | - | 5 |
| 23.1L | $97.90 |
Jockey: Yutaka Take
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Racing second-up today. Last start 3rd of 18 at Hanshin on December 28 over 1800m, 0.6 len behind Storm Gale with 56.0kg at $15. At only start last preparation 3rd of 10 at Hanshin on September 28 over 1800m, 2.75 len behind Centre De Paris with 55.0kg at $8.20. Overdue and leading rider goes aboard. Fitter again and a winning hope.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/18 | 28/12/2025 | 91 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Hanshin | 1800m | Good | Florent Geroux | 56kg | 1:46.20 | - | 15 |
| 0.6L | $15.00 |
| 3/10 | 28/09/2025 | 70 | MDN 2 | $110,310.00 | Hanshin | 1800m | Good | R Wada | 55kg | 1:46.60 | - | 5 |
| 2.8L | $8.20 |
| 6/13 | 20/07/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $150,950.00 | Kokura | 1800m | Good | R Wada | 55kg | 1:52.50 | 6-6-6 | 6 |
| 7.3L | $40.00 |
Jockey: Ryuji Wada
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming after a 11 weeks break. Finished off last campaign fifth of 10 at this track October 26 over 1600m, 3 len behind My Little Hero carrying 56.0kg at $8.60. On debut fourth of 10 at Hanshin September 15 over 1600m, 2.5 len behind I Got It carrying 55.0kg at $14.10. Should be right in the mix.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/10 | 26/10/2025 | 21 | MDN 2 | $105,630.00 | Kyoto | 1600m | Good | R Wada | 56kg | 1:35.00 | - | 8 |
| 3.2L | $8.60 |
| 4/7 | 05/10/2025 | 20 | MDN 2 | $110,310.00 | Kyoto | 1600m | Good | R Wada | 56kg | 1:33.90 | - | 4 |
| 5.6L | $4.20 |
| 4/10 | 15/09/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $148,300.00 | Hanshin | 1600m | Good | R Wada | 55kg | 1:36.50 | - | 1 |
| 2.6L | $14.10 |
Jockey: Yuichi Kitamura
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Lining up for just third start. When well in the market at debut, made some head-way from midfield; 2nd of 9 at this track on November 1 over 2000m, nose behind Shadow Master carrying 55.0kg at $1.50. Last start 3rd of 8 at Hanshin on December 13 over 2000m, 4 len behind Yoka O with 55.0kg at $1.50. Overdue for a maiden win. Key chance expected to feature.
Last Starts 36 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 | 13/12/2025 | 42 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Hanshin | 2000m | Good | Cristian Demuro | 55kg | 2:00.90 | 5-3-3 | 2 |
| 4.0L | $1.50 |
| 2/9 | 01/11/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $141,370.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Good | Cristian Demuro | 55kg | 2:02.30 | 5-2-2 | 5 |
| 0.1L | $1.50 |
Jockey: Ryuusei Sakai
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming after a nine weeks break. Finished off last preparation sixth of 9 at this track November 8 over 1800m, 6 len behind Nettaiya Rai with 56.0kg at $5.80. On debut third of 10 at this track October 26 over 1800m, 6 len behind Teruhiko carrying 56.0kg at $30.70. Look for a bold run.
Last Starts 71 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9 | 08/11/2025 | 13 | MDN 2 | $105,160.00 | Kyoto | 1800m | Good | Ryusei Sakai | 56kg | 1:47.20 | - | 5 |
| 6.6L | $5.80 |
| 3/10 | 26/10/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $142,000.00 | Kyoto | 1800m | Good | Ryoya Kozaki | 56kg | 1:50.50 | - | 4 |
| 6.0L | $30.70 |
Jockey: Kenji Kawamata
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Jumped at very long odds at debut, 16th of 18 at Hanshin on December 20 over 1600m, 9 len behind Spinnerlied carrying 55.0kg at $107.50. Might need more time based on that poor debut.
Last Starts 29 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/18 | 20/12/2025 | - | NEWC F 2 | $139,650.00 | Hanshin | 1600m | Good | Kenji Kawamata | 55kg | 1:35.50 | - | 8 |
| 9.4L | $107.50 |
Jockey: Heart Kameda
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Third-up today. First-up 4th of 8 at Hanshin on December 7 over 2000m, 1.3 len behind Matenro Zero carrying 56.0kg at $2.60. Second run from a spell 4th of 18 at Hanshin on December 28 over 1800m, 3 len behind Storm Gale with 56.0kg at $7.60. Can improve. Top chance if at his best.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/18 | 28/12/2025 | 21 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Hanshin | 1800m | Good | Heart Kameda | 56kg | 1:46.20 | - | 12 |
| 3.1L | $7.60 |
| 4/8 | 07/12/2025 | 126 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Hanshin | 2000m | Good | Alexis Pouchin | 56kg | 2:02.00 | 5-4-4 | 5 |
| 1.3L | $2.60 |
| 3/7 | 03/08/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $147,620.00 | Chukyo | 1600m | Good | H Miyuki | 55kg | 1:36.90 | - | 7 |
| 1.7L | $7.90 |
Jockey: Katsuma Sameshima
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
At debut, 6th of 18 at Hanshin on December 20 over 1600m, 2.5 len behind Spinnerlied with 52.0kg at $5.90. Expecting a bit more with the race experience on board.
Last Starts 29 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/18 | 20/12/2025 | - | NEWC F 2 | $139,650.00 | Hanshin | 1600m | Good | Osuke Tayama | 52kg | 1:35.50 | - | 5 |
| 2.5L | $5.90 |