Kyoto Race 3 - Maiden Race
A race of few chances. CHUWA MELODY (6) finished second, beaten 0.8 lengths, when resuming from a spell last start over 1600m at this track after he was in the firing line on the bend. Likely improver with bright prospects. MONCHIQUE (3) resumes from a spell of 12 weeks and looked close to a win before that break, finishing off with a minor placing over 1800m at this track. Top jockey Kohei Matsuyama back aboard. Hard to beat if back in good order as anticipated. KING CAPE (10) turned in a nice effort last time out at the second run of the campaign and finished just 1.3 lengths from the winner in third over 1600m at this track. Heading the right way so anticipating another big run. ANGE LA FILLE (15) was in the money first up then met with strong support last time but could only manage eighth over 1200m at this track. Fitter and worth another chance.

Jockey: Hideaki Miyuki
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
She is resuming after a three-and-a-half months break. Finished off last campaign eighth of 18 at Kokura January 31 over 1200m, 3.5 len behind Kashino Rihanna carrying 51.0kg at $17.10. On debut sixth of 16 at Nakayama September 20 over 1600m, 2.5 len behind Sun Bright with 55.0kg at $20.70. May need more time.
Last Starts 98 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/18 | 31/01/2026 | 55 | MDN 3 | $107,740.00 | Kokura | 1200m | Good | Nana Kawaharada | 51kg | 1:08.50 | - | 7 |
| 3.7L | $17.10 |
| 9/18 | 07/12/2025 | 21 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Hanshin | 1400m | Good | Kanta Taguchi | 55kg | 1:20.20 | - | 6 |
| 7.7L | $23.30 |
| 12/15 | 16/11/2025 | 57 | MDN 2 | $105,160.00 | Kyoto | 1600m | Good | H Miyuki | 55kg | 1:33.90 | - | 15 |
| 13.4L | $9.30 |
| 6/16 | 20/09/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $148,300.00 | Nakayama | 1600m | Good | Kosei Miura | 55kg | 1:34.80 | - | 9 |
| 2.5L | $20.70 |

Jockey: Fuma Izumiya
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Second-up. First-up after three months 11th of 15 at Kyoto Dirt on May 3 over 1400m, 14 len behind Picara carrying 55.0kg at $95.90. Previously second-up 5th of 12 at Kyoto Dirt on January 25 over 1400m, 4 len behind Hanzaki with 55.0kg at $15.60. Needs to lift.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/15 | 03/05/2026 | 77 | MDN 3 | $99,450.00 | Kyoto | 1400m | Good | Fuma Izumiya | 55kg | 1:24.00 | 3-3-11 | 15 |
| 14.2L | $95.90 |
| 11/16 | 15/02/2026 | 21 | MDN 3 | $104,560.00 | Kyoto | 1400m | Good | Kanta Taguchi | 55kg | 1:25.30 | 7-6-11 | 1 |
| 13.1L | $26.60 |
| 5/12 | 25/01/2026 | 13 | MDN F 3 | $107,740.00 | Kyoto | 1400m | Good | Kanta Taguchi | 55kg | 1:26.30 | - | 12 |
| 3.8L | $15.60 |
| 10/16 | 12/01/2026 | 106 | MDN F 3 | $107,740.00 | Kyoto | 1400m | Good | Kanta Taguchi | 55kg | 1:26.60 | - | 10 |
| 8.8L | $13.40 |
| 7/14 | 28/09/2025 | 13 | MDN F 2 | $110,310.00 | Hanshin | 1400m | Good | R Wada | 55kg | 1:21.70 | - | 14 |
| 4.2L | $27.60 |
| 5/8 | 15/09/2025 | 9 | MDN F 2 | $110,310.00 | Hanshin | 1600m | Good | Riki Takasugi | 54kg | 1:35.40 | - | 8 |
| 4.3L | $22.20 |

Jockey: Kohei Matsuyama
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Back from a spell. Finished off last campaign sat on speed throughout when 3rd of 17 at this track on February 14 over 1800m, 4 len behind Black Shalimar with 57.0kg at $2.60. First up last campaign 2nd of 12 at Tokyo on October 12 over 2000m, 1.5 len behind Exceed with 56.0kg at $3.50. Likely to feature.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/17 | 14/02/2026 | 83 | MDN 3 | $104,560.00 | Kyoto | 1800m | Good | Kohei Matsuyama | 57kg | 1:46.70 | 4-2-3 | 17 |
| 3.8L | $2.60 |
| 4/16 | 23/11/2025 | 42 | MDN 2 | $105,160.00 | Kyoto | 2000m | Good | Kohei Matsuyama | 56kg | 2:00.40 | 1-1-4 | 11 |
| 2.6L | $1.90 |
| 2/12 | 12/10/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $142,000.00 | Tokyo | 2000m | Good | Kohei Matsuyama | 56kg | 2:00.20 | - | 1 |
| 1.5L | $3.50 |

Jockey: Suguru Hamanaka
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Was at a huge quote at debut, 13th of 17 at Chukyo on March 29 over 1200m, 10 len behind Melone with 55.0kg at $137. Cannot enthuse after that sub-standard performance.
Last Starts 41 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/17 | 29/03/2026 | - | MDN 3 | $101,660.00 | Chukyo | 1200m | Good | Akatsuki Tomita | 55kg | 1:08.80 | - | 18 |
| 10.3L | $137.00 |

Jockey: Yuji Nakai
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Third-up today. Resuming 4th of 16 at Fukushima on April 11 over 1200m, 5.5 len behind Dempsey with 54.0kg at $38.50. Last start 10th of 16 at Fukushima on April 25 over 1200m, 9 len behind Philae carrying 54.0kg at $19.50. Well held last time and facing tough task today.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16 | 25/04/2026 | 14 | MDN 3 | $102,930.00 | Fukushima | 1200m | Good | Haruki Wada | 54kg | 1:08.70 | - | 13 |
| 9.9L | $19.50 |
| 4/16 | 11/04/2026 | 154 | MDN 3 | $102,930.00 | Fukushima | 1200m | Good | Haruki Wada | 54kg | 1:08.60 | - | 3 |
| 5.3L | $38.50 |
| 13/15 | 08/11/2025 | 84 | MDN 2 | $105,160.00 | Fukushima | 1700m | Good | Koji Nishizuka | 55kg | 1:46.50 | 13-12-13 | 5 |
| 23.6L | $41.20 |
| 7/11 | 16/08/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $147,620.00 | Niigata | 1600m | Good | Kiwamu Ogino | 55kg | 1:35.50 | - | 11 |
| 13.8L | $28.10 |

Jockey: Ryuusei Sakai
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Second-up. First-up after four months 2nd of 16 at this track on April 25 over 1600m, 0.8 len behind Lance Of Hero with 57.0kg at $11.10. Previously second-up 3rd of 13 at Tokyo on October 19 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Zabargad with 56.0kg at $4.90. The testing material.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/16 | 25/04/2026 | 110 | MDN 3 | $102,930.00 | Kyoto | 1600m | Good | Fuma Matsuwaka | 57kg | 1:32.30 | - | 8 |
| 0.8L | $11.10 |
| 10/14 | 05/01/2026 | 23 | MDN 3 | $107,740.00 | Kyoto | 1600m | Good | Kohei Matsuyama | 57kg | 1:35.30 | - | 5 |
| 6.3L | $6.80 |
| 2/13 | 13/12/2025 | 35 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Chukyo | 1600m | Good | Kohei Matsuyama | 56kg | 1:34.30 | - | 11 |
| 1.0L | $10.60 |
| 3/15 | 08/11/2025 | 20 | MDN 2 | $105,160.00 | Tokyo | 1300m | Good | Kosei Miura | 56kg | 1:19.30 | - | 10 |
| 6.0L | $4.90 |
| 3/13 | 19/10/2025 | 22 | MDN 2 | $105,630.00 | Tokyo | 1400m | Good | Kosei Miura | 56kg | 1:22.10 | - | 4 |
| 4.3L | $4.90 |
| 6/16 | 27/09/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $148,300.00 | Nakayama | 1600m | Good | Yukito Ishikawa | 55kg | 1:35.80 | - | 1 |
| 5.7L | $46.50 |

Jockey: Takashi Fujikake
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Second run back. First-up after two months 7th of 16 at Fukushima on April 26 over 1200m, 3.5 len behind La La Alkaa with 55.0kg at $83.60. Previously second-up 14th of 16 at Hanshin Dirt on February 21 over 1200m, 10 len behind Komachichan carrying 55.0kg at $33.40. Must improve significantly.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/16 | 26/04/2026 | 64 | MDN 3 | $102,930.00 | Fukushima | 1200m | Good | Arata Saito | 55kg | 1:09.40 | - | 16 |
| 3.7L | $83.60 |
| 14/16 | 21/02/2026 | 20 | MDN F 3 | $104,560.00 | Hanshin | 1200m | Good | Riki Takasugi | 55kg | 1:14.20 | - | 11 |
| 10.2L | $33.40 |
| 9/18 | 01/02/2026 | - | NEWC 3 | $114,290.00 | Kokura | 1200m | Good | Naho Furukawa | 52kg | 1:08.60 | - | 16 |
| 8.2L | $31.40 |

Jockey: Katsuma Sameshima
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Comes off a 55 day let-up. At the latest run raced on the pace before fading 14th of 16 at Hanshin Dirt on March 15 over 1400m, 15 len behind Aikan Azzurra with 55.0kg at $40.70. Before that 11th of 14 at this track on February 7 over 1600m, 4.5 len behind Sapporo Ikuko with 55.0kg at $10.20. Can't recommend.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/16 | 15/03/2026 | 36 | MDN F 3 | $101,660.00 | Hanshin | 1400m | Good | Katsuma Sameshima | 55kg | 1:25.70 | - | 5 |
| 15.3L | $40.70 |
| 11/14 | 07/02/2026 | 62 | MDN F 3 | $104,560.00 | Kyoto | 1600m | Good | K Ikezoe | 55kg | 1:35.20 | - | 11 |
| 4.4L | $10.20 |
| 4/14 | 07/12/2025 | 15 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Chukyo | 1600m | Good | K Ikezoe | 55kg | 1:34.10 | - | 12 |
| 1.9L | $51.90 |
| 6/17 | 22/11/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $141,370.00 | Kyoto | 1600m | Good | Taisei Danno | 55kg | 1:34.40 | - | 15 |
| 6.9L | $9.00 |

Jockey: Manabu Sakai
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Most recently 10th of 16 at Kyoto Dirt on April 25 over 1400m, 15 len behind Realize Bright with 55.0kg at $473.80. Before that 14th of 16 at Hanshin Dirt on March 28 over 1200m, 11 len behind Red Levendis with 52.0kg at $398.70. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16 | 25/04/2026 | 28 | MDN 3 | $102,930.00 | Kyoto | 1400m | Good | Kanta Taguchi | 55kg | 1:24.70 | - | 1 |
| 15.3L | $473.80 |
| 14/16 | 28/03/2026 | 13 | MDN 3 | $101,660.00 | Hanshin | 1200m | Good | Seiya Morita | 52kg | 1:12.50 | - | 7 |
| 11.3L | $398.70 |
| 12/16 | 15/03/2026 | - | MDN F 3 | $101,660.00 | Hanshin | 1400m | Good | Nana Kawaharada | 51kg | 1:25.70 | - | 8 |
| 12.0L | $252.30 |

Jockey: Mirai Iwata
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Third-up today. First-up 7th of 16 at Chukyo on March 28 over 1600m, 5.5 len behind La Princesse with 57.0kg at $16.40. Last start 3rd of 16 at this track on April 25 over 1600m, 1.3 len behind Lance Of Hero carrying 57.0kg at $105.50. Ready to find peak form.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/16 | 25/04/2026 | 28 | MDN 3 | $102,930.00 | Kyoto | 1600m | Good | Kanta Taguchi | 57kg | 1:32.30 | - | 16 |
| 1.3L | $105.50 |
| 7/16 | 28/03/2026 | 104 | MDN 3 | $101,660.00 | Chukyo | 1600m | Good | Kanta Taguchi | 57kg | 1:34.40 | - | 13 |
| 5.3L | $16.40 |
| 15/16 | 14/12/2025 | 98 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Hanshin | 1400m | Good | Manabu Sakai | 56kg | 1:24.70 | - | 8 |
| 33.1L | $42.80 |
| 5/6 | 07/09/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $148,300.00 | Hanshin | 1800m | Good | Kanta Taguchi | 55kg | 1:47.50 | - | 2 |
| 14.3L | $7.10 |

Jockey: Atsuya Nishimura
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Back from a spell. Only had one start last campaign 9th of 18 at Kokura on January 25 over 1200m, 7 len behind Mitono Rin carrying 53.0kg at $5.50. When resuming last campaign 4th of 18 at Niigata on July 26 over 1400m, 5.5 len behind Ecoro Alba with 55.0kg at $6.50. Unlikely to trouble the top few.
Last Starts 104 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/18 | 25/01/2026 | 71 | MDN 3 | $107,740.00 | Kokura | 1200m | Good | Manami Nagashima | 53kg | 1:08.00 | - | 3 |
| 7.1L | $5.50 |
| 9/16 | 15/11/2025 | 62 | MDN 2 | $105,160.00 | Fukushima | 1200m | Good | Heart Kameda | 55kg | 1:08.90 | - | 4 |
| 2.0L | $5.40 |
| 6/13 | 14/09/2025 | 50 | MDN F 2 | $110,310.00 | Hanshin | 1400m | Good | Joao Moreira | 55kg | 1:24.00 | - | 13 |
| 17.0L | $3.40 |
| 4/18 | 26/07/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $150,950.00 | Niigata | 1400m | Good | K Tosaki | 55kg | 1:21.30 | - | 11 |
| 5.3L | $6.50 |

Jockey: Yuichi Kitamura
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
First-starter by Kizuna out of Premier Steps. Betting the best guide.

Jockey: Miyabi Mutou
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Third-up today. Resuming 13th of 15 at Chukyo Dirt on March 29 over 1200m, 12 len behind Royal Spire with 54.0kg at $294.40. Last start 13th of 16 at this track on April 25 over 1600m, 10 len behind Lance Of Hero with 57.0kg at $367.90. Well held last time and facing tough task today.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/16 | 25/04/2026 | 27 | MDN 3 | $102,930.00 | Kyoto | 1600m | Good | Yusaku Kokubun | 57kg | 1:32.30 | - | 13 |
| 10.0L | $367.90 |
| 13/15 | 29/03/2026 | 127 | MDN 3 | $101,660.00 | Chukyo | 1200m | Good | Seiya Morita | 54kg | 1:13.00 | - | 6 |
| 12.5L | $294.40 |
| 15/15 | 22/11/2025 | 13 | MDN 2 | $105,160.00 | Kyoto | 1800m | Good | Yusaku Kokubun | 56kg | 1:52.70 | 6-9-15 | 10 |
| 30.2L | $419.00 |
| 13/16 | 09/11/2025 | 21 | MDN 2 | $105,160.00 | Kyoto | 1400m | Good | Yuichiro Shibata | 54kg | 1:26.00 | 15-16-13 | 11 |
| 9.3L | $314.40 |
| 16/17 | 19/10/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $142,000.00 | Kyoto | 1400m | Good | Kanta Taguchi | 56kg | 1:22.20 | - | 1 |
| 14.1L | $249.00 |

Jockey: Riki Takasugi
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming after a 12 weeks break. Finished off last preparation sixth of 18 at Kokura February 14 over 1200m, 4 len behind Margot Mist carrying 57.0kg at $6.90. On debut ninth of 16 at Nakayama December 27 over 1600m, 4 len behind Rule The Wave with 56.0kg at $3.70. Hasn't shown enough.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/18 | 14/02/2026 | 49 | MDN 3 | $104,560.00 | Kokura | 1200m | Good | Daito Ozawa | 57kg | 1:08.60 | 9-6-6 | 6 |
| 4.0L | $6.90 |
| 9/16 | 27/12/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $139,650.00 | Nakayama | 1600m | Good | Y Fujioka | 56kg | 1:35.10 | - | 13 |
| 4.2L | $3.70 |

Jockey: Mirco Demuro
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Third-up today. First-up 3rd of 17 at Chukyo on March 29 over 1200m, 0.8 len behind Melone carrying 55.0kg at $5.60. Last start 8th of 18 at this track on April 26 over 1200m, 4 len behind Tana Supernova carrying 55.0kg at $3.80. Shows promise. Will take beating.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/18 | 26/04/2026 | 28 | MDN 3 | $102,930.00 | Kyoto | 1200m | Good | Atsuya Nishimura | 55kg | 1:07.50 | - | 6 |
| 4.2L | $3.80 |
| 3/17 | 29/03/2026 | 76 | MDN 3 | $101,660.00 | Chukyo | 1200m | Good | Atsuya Nishimura | 55kg | 1:08.80 | - | 10 |
| 0.8L | $5.60 |
| 6/16 | 12/01/2026 | 36 | MDN F 3 | $107,740.00 | Kyoto | 1400m | Good | Katsuma Sameshima | 55kg | 1:26.60 | - | 9 |
| 6.3L | $10.50 |
| 7/18 | 07/12/2025 | 15 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Hanshin | 1400m | Good | Yuji Hishida | 55kg | 1:20.20 | - | 13 |
| 7.3L | $10.10 |
| 2/17 | 22/11/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $141,370.00 | Kyoto | 1600m | Good | Christophe Lemaire | 55kg | 1:34.40 | - | 17 |
| 3.0L | $4.50 |

Jockey: Seinosuke Yoshimura
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
She is resuming after a three months break. Finished off last campaign 15th of 18 at Kokura February 7 over 1200m, 9 len behind Water Delight carrying 55.0kg at $20. On debut second of 11 at Hanshin September 6 over 1400m, 0.5 len behind Bene Salute carrying 55.0kg at $5.50. Marginal prospect.
Last Starts 91 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/18 | 07/02/2026 | 62 | MDN 3 | $104,560.00 | Kokura | 1200m | Good | Daito Ozawa | 55kg | 1:08.90 | - | 17 |
| 9.9L | $20.00 |
| 13/18 | 07/12/2025 | 55 | MDN 2 | $103,880.00 | Hanshin | 1400m | Good | Osuke Tayama | 52kg | 1:20.20 | - | 11 |
| 10.7L | $3.70 |
| 2/16 | 13/10/2025 | 37 | MDN 2 | $105,630.00 | Kyoto | 1400m | Good | Keita Tosaki | 55kg | 1:20.90 | - | 16 |
| 2.0L | $4.70 |
| 2/11 | 06/09/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $148,300.00 | Hanshin | 1400m | Good | Yuga Kawada | 55kg | 1:21.90 | - | 9 |
| 0.5L | $5.50 |

Jockey: Osuke Tayama
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
First-starter by Danon Kingly out of Carino Minoru. Betting can tell the tale.