Nagoya Race 6 - Race 6 - 1500
MEINER SLAVA (7) In the money when 2nd last run here. Should come to hand quickly. In strong racing shape since returning from a spell. No surprise to see a forward showing and one of the main hopes in this race. CADENA BONITA (5) First up today. Ran 4th last start around here. Capable of a strong comeback. Will be positive in the run early. Suitably placed in this race. FLORAL WAY (10) Came in 6th last time here. Should improve here. In the mix. MEISHO YORIKIRI (6) Gave nothing else a chance when winning by 5L last run at this venue and displaying improvement over the past few runs. Has the ability to take this out.

Jockey: Shou Kakihara
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Worked home from a rearward position when sixth in a COND at this track last start, beaten two and a half lengths at big odds, which was sound enough without demanding a strong push. The start prior in C6 grade was more concerning, finishing seventh and beaten just over eight lengths. A prior track-and-trip win gives him some grounding, but his recent profile still asks for a sharper finishing effort.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/12 | 17/09/2026 | 13 | COND 3U | $8,616.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Good | Teruhiro Asano | 57kg | 1:37.90 | 11-7-6 | 3 |
| 2.6L | $146.50 |
| 7/10 | 04/09/2026 | 15 | C6 3U | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | R | Masaaki Ohata | 57kg | 1:38.80 | 9-9-7 | 1 |
| 8.3L | $20.00 |
| 9/12 | 20/08/2026 | 21 | C6 3U | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Masaaki Ohata | 57kg | 1:37.00 | 10-9-9 | 10 |
| 11.6L | $26.50 |
| 0/12 | 30/07/2026 | 16 | C5 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Masaaki Ohata | 57kg | 1:36.70 | - | 9 |
| 26.3L | $30.40 |
| 2/11 | 14/07/2026 | 12 | COND 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Masaaki Ohata | 57kg | 1:37.80 | 6-2-2 | 6 |
| 5.0L | $5.10 |
| 6/11 | 02/07/2026 | 14 | C5 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | SP | Aoi Kinomae | 55kg | 1:37.00 | 10-6-6 | 1 |
| 6.1L | $7.70 |

Jockey: Hiroshi Oohara
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Offered little after being in touch when tenth in a C3 at this track last start, beaten six and a half lengths at big odds. Her fifth behind Nike Iris two runs back was more competitive, beaten three lengths, but she was again at generous odds. Four wins at around 1500m show she knows the job, yet her current form leaves her with plenty to turn around.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/12 | 01/10/2026 | 14 | C3 3U | $8,867.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Good | Katsuki Niwa | 55kg | 1:36.00 | 7-6-10 | 2 |
| 6.5L | $40.50 |
| 5/10 | 17/09/2026 | 13 | C3 3U | $8,616.00 | Nagoya | 1400m | Good | Seigo Tsukamoto | 55kg | 1:31.00 | 7-5-5 | 6 |
| 3.0L | $17.80 |
| 7/12 | 04/09/2026 | 11 | COND 3U | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | R | Hiroshi Ohara | 55kg | 1:38.00 | 10-9-7 | 10 |
| 9.4L | $31.40 |
| 9/11 | 24/08/2026 | 25 | C4 3U | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 920m | Fast | Katsuki Niwa | 55kg | 0:55.40 | 11-11-9 | 6 |
| 9.7L | $264.00 |
| 6/12 | 30/07/2026 | 13 | COND 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Katsuki Niwa | 55kg | 1:38.00 | 7-4-6 | 2 |
| 4.7L | $12.80 |
| 12/12 | 17/07/2026 | 14 | C3 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Gaku Banno | 55kg | 1:36.90 | 12-12-12 | 2 |
| 11.5L | $141.00 |

Jockey: Aoi Kinomae
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Conceded a big start and never got into the race when eighth behind Copano Lucas at this track, beaten over 14 lengths at long odds. The run prior was also safely held, finishing fifth but beaten over 11 lengths and unwanted in the market. He has placed four times from 16 starts, though without a win, so a major form lift is required.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/12 | 01/10/2026 | 15 | COND 3 | $15,539.00 | Nagoya | 1400m | Good | Aoi Kinomae | 55kg | 1:27.70 | 10-11-8 | 2 |
| 14.1L | $238.50 |
| 5/11 | 16/09/2026 | 27 | COND 3 | $22,651.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | R | Aoi Kinomae | 55kg | 1:35.40 | 11-10-5 | 9 |
| 11.0L | $81.30 |
| 9/13 | 20/08/2026 | 22 | COND 3 | $22,374.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | Fast | Wada Joji | 56kg | 1:38.20 | 12-12-9 | 11 |
| 8.5L | $25.40 |
| 7/9 | 29/07/2026 | 20 | COND 3 | $22,540.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | Fast | Haruku Sano | 56kg | 1:37.20 | 5-8-7 | 8 |
| 14.0L | $25.60 |
| 5/10 | 09/07/2026 | 92 | COND 3 | $22,540.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | Fast | Ryo Novata | 56kg | 1:37.50 | 10-9-5 | 6 |
| 8.0L | $82.80 |
| 8/13 | 08/04/2026 | 19 | COND 3 | $32,850.00 | Kawasaki | 1500m | Good | Haruku Sano | 55kg | 1:36.80 | 7-7-8 | 4 |
| 14.3L | $106.20 |

Jockey: Satoshi Hosokawa
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished well held behind Copano Lucas at this track last start after giving away a big start and never getting into contention. That followed a last placing when beaten out of sight, despite settling prominently before fading. Her overall record is not poor and she has won at this track and distance, but current form is too flat to support with confidence.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/12 | 01/10/2026 | 41 | COND 3 | $15,539.00 | Nagoya | 1400m | Good | Tomomori Syotaro | 55kg | 1:27.70 | 3-10-10 | 1 |
| 20.6L | $98.10 |
| 11/11 | 21/08/2026 | 23 | COND 3 | $15,094.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Tomomori Syotaro | 55kg | 1:34.10 | 1-11-11 | 9 |
| 75.1L | $94.00 |
| 8/12 | 29/07/2026 | 27 | COND 3 | $15,206.00 | Nagoya | 1400m | Good | Keigo Ohata | 55kg | 1:30.40 | 1-1-8 | 5 |
| 8.0L | $24.20 |
| 11/12 | 02/07/2026 | 21 | COND 3 | $15,206.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | SP | Tomomori Syotaro | 55kg | 1:35.10 | 4-8-11 | 4 |
| 15.9L | $5.40 |
| 7/10 | 11/06/2026 | 21 | COND 3 | $42,557.00 | Kasamatsu | 1400m | Fast | Tomomori Syotaro | 55kg | 1:28.40 | 3-5-7 | 3 |
| 42.0L | $37.80 |
| 1/10 | 21/05/2026 | 15 | COND 3 | $14,989.00 | Nagoya | 1400m | SP | Tomomori Syotaro | 55kg | 1:29.00 | 1-1-1 | 8 |
| 1.5L | $6.90 |

Jockey: Souichi Katou
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a three-month break after ending the last campaign with a fourth at this track, beaten just over four lengths when near the top of an open market. Her previous third behind Royal Dream was sound, beaten just over two lengths, and she has placed at both the track and distance. Still a maiden, but the lightly raced profile and Soichi Kato booking give her a genuine winning chance fresh.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/12 | 29/07/2026 | 14 | COND 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | M | Aoi Kinomae | 53kg | 1:37.10 | 9-9-4 | 3 |
| 4.3L | $5.60 |
| 3/12 | 15/07/2026 | 32 | COND 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Aoi Kinomae | 53kg | 1:36.20 | 2-2-3 | 7 |
| 2.1L | $3.50 |
| 14/16 | 13/06/2026 | 21 | MDN 3 | $96,760.00 | Hanshin | 1800m | Good | Riki Takasugi | 55kg | 1:45.90 | 2-1-14 | 1 |
| 18.4L | $38.30 |
| 10/14 | 23/05/2026 | 273 | MDN 3 | $99,450.00 | Kyoto | 2200m | Good | Riki Takasugi | 55kg | 2:14.30 | 1-1-10 | 1 |
| 8.1L | $8.10 |
| 2/8 | 23/08/2025 | 14 | MDN 2 | $109,810.00 | Sapporo | 1800m | Good | Takeshi Yokoyama | 55kg | 1:50.20 | 3-2-2 | 3 |
| 3.5L | $33.10 |
| 5/11 | 09/08/2025 | - | NEWC 2 | $147,620.00 | Sapporo | 1800m | Good | Arata Saito | 55kg | 1:50.00 | 7-7-5 | 5 |
| 6.5L | $50.90 |

Jockey: Junki Mochizuki
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Put it together impressively at this track last start, beating Nishiki Hawk by five lengths after letting down with plenty in hand. Two back, Nishiki Vivravivre had his measure in C1 grade when he was run down late and beaten three lengths. Junki Mochizuki has a good record on him, but in this deeper mix he profiles more as an each-way hope than a clear top pick.
Last Starts 16 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 | 29/09/2026 | 15 | C9 3U | $8,616.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | R | Junki Mochizuki | 57kg | 1:41.10 | 3-1-1 | 7 |
| 5.0L | $3.20 |
| 2/10 | 14/09/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $8,616.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | R | Junki Mochizuki | 57kg | 1:39.30 | 4-3-2 | 9 |
| 3.0L | $3.30 |
| 6/10 | 01/09/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Good | Souha Kondo | 54kg | 1:39.50 | 10-10-6 | 6 |
| 5.1L | $6.60 |
| 5/12 | 18/08/2026 | 36 | C1 3U | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Junki Mochizuki | 57kg | 1:37.70 | 3-5-5 | 10 |
| 6.5L | $9.40 |
| 11/12 | 13/07/2026 | 96 | C1 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Junki Mochizuki | 57kg | 1:38.50 | 9-11-11 | 4 |
| 19.4L | $2.00 |
| 8/11 | 08/04/2026 | 29 | C2 3U | $8,851.00 | Nagoya | 1400m | Good | Junki Mochizuki | 57kg | 1:32.30 | 6-8-8 | 11 |
| 9.8L | $2.40 |

Jockey: Takahiro Imai
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a one-month let-up in excellent form, having run second at this track at his past two starts. He was beaten a length and a half by Floral Way last time as favourite, but had earlier gone under by only a neck to Anfar. His track-and-distance record is strong, and the retained rider has clicked well with him. With that consistency, he sets a clear standard.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/11 | 16/09/2026 | 13 | COND 3 | $8,616.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | R | Takahiro Imai | 57kg | 1:36.80 | 4-1-2 | 1 |
| 1.5L | $2.90 |
| 2/12 | 03/09/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Good | Takahiro Imai | 57kg | 1:38.10 | 3-1-2 | 11 |
| 0.3L | $4.80 |
| 3/12 | 20/08/2026 | 20 | COND 3 | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Teruhiro Asano | 57kg | 1:35.20 | 8-2-3 | 6 |
| 7.5L | $21.80 |
| 1/12 | 31/07/2026 | 14 | COND 3U | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Takahiro Imai | 57kg | 1:37.50 | 3-1-1 | 12 |
| 6.0L | $2.60 |
| 5/12 | 17/07/2026 | 40 | COND 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Takahiro Imai | 57kg | 1:36.70 | 7-7-5 | 9 |
| 10.6L | $10.00 |
| 15/16 | 07/06/2026 | 85 | MDN 3 | $96,760.00 | Tokyo | 2100m | Good | Yuji Tannai | 57kg | 2:12.70 | 13-15-15 | 13 |
| 31.5L | $335.50 |

Jockey: Masaaki Oohata
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished strongly for third in a C6 at this track last start, beaten just over half a length by Absolute despite starting at big odds. That was a sharp rebound from his prior seventh in C7 company, where he settled rearward and was beaten over 11 lengths. His overall strike rate is modest, but that latest closing effort gives him a live winning chance if repeated.
Last Starts 15 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 | 30/09/2026 | 14 | C6 3U | $8,867.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | M | Hosokawa Satoshi | 57kg | 1:36.20 | 5-8-3 | 6 |
| 0.6L | $25.50 |
| 7/11 | 16/09/2026 | 13 | C7 3U | $8,616.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | R | Rei Ogasahara | 54kg | 1:36.90 | 5-9-7 | 8 |
| 11.0L | $26.80 |
| 5/10 | 03/09/2026 | 15 | C9 3U | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | R | Soichi Kato | 57kg | 1:39.10 | 3-2-5 | 3 |
| 0.9L | $54.90 |
| 3/12 | 19/08/2026 | 21 | C1 3U | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Hosokawa Satoshi | 57kg | 1:37.20 | 2-5-3 | 7 |
| 5.8L | $38.20 |
| 7/12 | 29/07/2026 | 15 | C8 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | M | Hosokawa Satoshi | 57kg | 1:38.30 | 4-10-7 | 5 |
| 9.6L | $83.60 |
| 5/12 | 14/07/2026 | 27 | C9 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Hosokawa Satoshi | 57kg | 1:38.60 | 5-9-5 | 9 |
| 10.5L | $214.80 |

Jockey: Katsuki Niwa
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Was fifth over 1700m in C5 grade last start, beaten just under six lengths after tracking the speed, so he was not disgraced without threatening. The stronger reference is his C1 win two back at this track, where he beat Meisho Yorikiri by three lengths as favourite. Back to a trip where he has a long body of form, he shapes as a sound place chance.
Last Starts 15 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 | 30/09/2026 | 16 | C5 3U | $11,664.00 | Nagoya | 1700m | M | Katsuki Niwa | 57kg | 1:50.00 | 6-6-5 | 5 |
| 5.8L | $8.90 |
| 1/10 | 14/09/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $8,616.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | R | Katsuki Niwa | 57kg | 1:39.30 | 8-4-1 | 4 |
| 3.0L | $2.70 |
| 4/10 | 01/09/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Good | Katsuki Niwa | 57kg | 1:39.50 | 5-7-4 | 9 |
| 2.1L | $8.10 |
| 3/12 | 18/08/2026 | 252 | C1 3U | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Katsuki Niwa | 57kg | 1:37.70 | 12-9-3 | 11 |
| 6.0L | $69.50 |
| 11/12 | 09/12/2025 | 14 | C8 3U | $9,173.00 | Nagoya | 1400m | Fast | Masaaki Ohata | 57kg | 1:31.00 | 11-11-11 | 3 |
| 14.6L | $193.10 |
| 8/12 | 25/11/2025 | 13 | C7 3U | $9,286.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Good | Masaaki Ohata | 57kg | 1:36.90 | 11-11-8 | 3 |
| 23.5L | $206.00 |

Jockey: Rei Ogasahara
Weight: 52kgs
Stats
Comments
Had no real answer when sixth behind Copano Lucas at this track last start, beaten over 11 lengths after being unwanted in the market. That has to be balanced against her strong win the start prior, when she quickened well to beat Meiner Slava by a length and a half. With two wins from seven at this track and distance, she remains a genuine place hope if she rebounds.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/12 | 01/10/2026 | 15 | COND 3 | $15,539.00 | Nagoya | 1400m | Good | Rei Ogasahara | 52kg | 1:27.70 | 9-6-6 | 11 |
| 10.8L | $66.80 |
| 1/11 | 16/09/2026 | 13 | COND 3 | $8,616.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | R | Rei Ogasahara | 52kg | 1:36.80 | 11-4-1 | 9 |
| 1.5L | $18.90 |
| 9/10 | 03/09/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Good | Takahiro Imai | 55kg | 1:36.90 | 3-9-9 | 10 |
| 16.8L | $26.90 |
| 3/12 | 20/08/2026 | 21 | COND 3 | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Soichi Kato | 55kg | 1:36.60 | 9-4-3 | 2 |
| 2.5L | $21.20 |
| 4/11 | 30/07/2026 | 17 | COND 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Soichi Kato | 55kg | 1:37.30 | 11-7-4 | 5 |
| 2.4L | $131.70 |
| 1/12 | 13/07/2026 | 27 | COND 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Tatsuya Watanabe | 55kg | 1:39.40 | 2-1-1 | 10 |
| 1.0L | $3.20 |

Jockey: Shoutarou Tomomori
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Ran a much better race when fourth in a C6 at this track last start, beaten just under a length by Absolute after starting at long odds. Two back she was fifth in C7 grade, beaten nine lengths, though she did pick up late in the straight. Her winning partnership with Tomomori Syotaro is a small plus, and she has enough recent substance to press for a minor placing.
Last Starts 15 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 | 30/09/2026 | 14 | C6 3U | $8,867.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | M | Tomomori Syotaro | 55kg | 1:36.20 | 8-6-4 | 11 |
| 0.8L | $30.90 |
| 5/11 | 16/09/2026 | 13 | C7 3U | $8,616.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | R | Tomomori Syotaro | 55kg | 1:36.90 | 11-8-5 | 9 |
| 9.0L | $64.00 |
| 8/11 | 03/09/2026 | 15 | C8 3U | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | R | Hiroki Murakami | 55kg | 1:37.30 | 10-9-8 | 5 |
| 9.1L | $103.80 |
| 7/11 | 19/08/2026 | 21 | C9 3U | $8,612.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Tomomori Syotaro | 55kg | 1:37.60 | 11-9-7 | 9 |
| 5.5L | $53.50 |
| 4/12 | 29/07/2026 | 15 | COND 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Good | Soichi Kato | 55kg | 1:37.70 | 11-10-4 | 10 |
| 9.1L | $18.40 |
| 3/12 | 14/07/2026 | 13 | C9 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Soichi Kato | 55kg | 1:38.60 | 10-7-3 | 6 |
| 5.0L | $25.00 |