Saga Race 8 - Race 8 - 1400
T M TOWER DON (7) is in sparkling form this time in, the latest a course and distance winner by half a length, making it two wins on end. Expected to go close again. FELSITE (12) progressed nicely last time out to finish just a head from the winner in second over 1400m at this track after being in the firing line on the corner. Nicely placed to play a pivotal role. DON APOLLON (8) was thereabouts at the latest effort when fourth over 1400m at this venue. Placed to advantage so expect a better run this time. MIRANKA (6) returned from a spell two weeks ago when she was beaten 7 lengths into fifth over 1400m at this course. Fitter this time will prove harder to beat.

Jockey: Reo Nakayama
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Last start 6th of 8 at this track on April 20 over 900m, 8 len behind Evelyn Tesoro carrying 54kg at $132.30. The start before that 8th of 11 at this track on April 5 over 1400m, 13 len behind Lupus Tesoro with 54kg at $164.80. Nice draw but others are preferred.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 20/04/2026 | 15 | C1 3U | $9,307.00 | Saga | 900m | SP | Leo Nakayama | 54kg | 0:54.50 | 4-5-6 | 8 |
| 8.5L | $132.30 |
| 8/11 | 05/04/2026 | 16 | C1 3U | $9,307.00 | Saga | 1400m | M | Leo Nakayama | 54kg | 1:29.20 | - | 1 |
| 13.3L | $164.80 |
| 10/12 | 20/03/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $8,030.00 | Saga | 1300m | Good | Jun Tanaka | 54kg | 1:23.00 | 9-9-10 | 8 |
| 8.9L | $154.80 |
| 3/8 | 06/03/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $8,030.00 | Saga | 1400m | M | Leo Nakayama | 54kg | 1:29.20 | 6-6-3 | 5 |
| 5.0L | $152.60 |
| 10/11 | 21/02/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $6,303.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Leo Nakayama | 54kg | 1:24.40 | 7-7-10 | 3 |
| 8.1L | $167.30 |
| 4/10 | 07/02/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $6,303.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Leo Nakayama | 54kg | 1:32.40 | 4-4-4 | 8 |
| 4.3L | $70.20 |

Jockey: Yuuto Hayashi
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Last start 7th of 11 at this track on April 18 over 1400m, 39 len behind Brave Decision carrying 53kg at $189.70. The run before that second last of 11 at this track on April 4 over 1400m, 12 len behind Sol Naciente carrying 56kg at $141.90. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/11 | 18/04/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,756.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Goto Musashi | 53kg | 1:29.40 | - | 11 |
| 39.3L | $189.70 |
| 10/11 | 04/04/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $7,756.00 | Saga | 1400m | R | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:30.20 | 9-8-10 | 4 |
| 12.9L | $141.90 |
| 10/11 | 22/03/2026 | 16 | C1 3U | $6,128.00 | Saga | 1400m | R | Omi Daiki | 55kg | 1:29.70 | 8-8-10 | 9 |
| 16.2L | $334.90 |
| 8/10 | 06/03/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $6,128.00 | Saga | 1400m | M | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:29.60 | 10-7-8 | 9 |
| 12.6L | $205.20 |
| 6/11 | 21/02/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $6,303.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:24.40 | 11-8-6 | 8 |
| 6.1L | $241.30 |
| 8/10 | 07/02/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $6,303.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:32.40 | 10-6-8 | 3 |
| 8.5L | $102.60 |

Jockey: Hiroki Yamashita
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
At the latest run 6th of 11 at this track on April 18 over 1400m, 38 len behind Brave Decision carrying 56kg at $131.90. The race before that ran last of 11 at this track on April 5 over 1400m, 18 len behind Lupus Tesoro carrying 56kg at $289.30. Nice draw but others are preferred.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/11 | 18/04/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $7,756.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Hiroki Yamashita | 56kg | 1:29.40 | - | 1 |
| 38.3L | $131.90 |
| 11/11 | 05/04/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $9,307.00 | Saga | 1400m | M | Hiroki Yamashita | 56kg | 1:29.20 | - | 9 |
| 18.7L | $289.30 |
| 6/11 | 22/03/2026 | 16 | C1 3U | $6,128.00 | Saga | 1400m | R | Hiroki Yamashita | 56kg | 1:29.70 | 4-4-6 | 7 |
| 7.9L | $148.00 |
| 5/10 | 06/03/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $6,128.00 | Saga | 1400m | M | Hiroki Yamashita | 56kg | 1:29.60 | 6-5-5 | 4 |
| 7.8L | $395.80 |
| 9/11 | 21/02/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $6,303.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Hiroki Yamashita | 56kg | 1:24.40 | 9-8-9 | 6 |
| 7.6L | $196.30 |
| 9/10 | 07/02/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $6,303.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Jun Tanaka | 56kg | 1:32.40 | 4-10-9 | 10 |
| 9.0L | $46.30 |

Jockey: Jouji Komatsu
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Most recently 9th of 11 at this track on April 18 over 1400m, 42 len behind Brave Decision carrying 54kg at $204.60. Before that 8th of 11 at this track on April 4 over 1400m, 9 len behind Sol Naciente carrying 54kg at $245.40. Hard to have.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/11 | 18/04/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,756.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Jyoji Komatsu | 54kg | 1:29.40 | - | 3 |
| 42.1L | $204.60 |
| 8/11 | 04/04/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $7,756.00 | Saga | 1400m | R | Jyoji Komatsu | 54kg | 1:30.20 | 11-10-8 | 3 |
| 9.7L | $245.40 |
| 7/11 | 22/03/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $6,128.00 | Saga | 1400m | R | Jyoji Komatsu | 54kg | 1:29.70 | 11-9-7 | 1 |
| 10.4L | $329.10 |
| 7/12 | 08/03/2026 | 15 | C1 3U | $6,128.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Yukihito Nagata | 54kg | 1:29.50 | 5-8-7 | 10 |
| 13.1L | $219.70 |
| 8/11 | 21/02/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $6,303.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Omi Daiki | 53kg | 1:24.40 | 10-10-8 | 7 |
| 7.4L | $192.00 |
| 7/10 | 07/02/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $6,303.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Omi Daiki | 53kg | 1:32.40 | 7-9-7 | 6 |
| 7.8L | $183.90 |

Jockey: Taku Kawashima
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Most recently ran last of 11 at this track on April 18 over 1750m, 8 len behind Ascot Roman with 56kg at $158.50. The run before that 9th of 11 at this track on April 5 over 1400m, 13 len behind Lupus Tesoro with 56kg at $55.30. Well held last time and facing a 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/11 | 18/04/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $9,307.00 | Saga | 1750m | SP | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:56.40 | - | 12 |
| 8.4L | $158.50 |
| 9/11 | 05/04/2026 | 16 | C1 3U | $9,307.00 | Saga | 1400m | M | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:29.20 | - | 2 |
| 13.6L | $55.30 |
| 6/12 | 20/03/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $8,030.00 | Saga | 1300m | Good | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:23.00 | 5-6-6 | 2 |
| 6.1L | $41.20 |
| 1/8 | 07/03/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $6,128.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:31.20 | 3-1-1 | 1 |
| 3.0L | $34.10 |
| 11/12 | 22/02/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $6,303.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:30.90 | 7-9-11 | 1 |
| 11.1L | $171.40 |
| 9/10 | 08/02/2026 | 140 | C1 3U | $6,303.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:30.60 | 9-10-9 | 7 |
| 13.4L | $89.90 |

Jockey: Musashi Gotou
Weight: 51kgs
Stats
Comments
Second run back. First-up after five months 5th of 11 at this track on April 18 over 1400m, 7 len behind Francina Tesoro carrying 51kg at $6. Previously second-up second last of 13 at Tokyo Dirt on October 26 over 1600m, slow going 13 len behind Sky Beat with 54.0kg at $60. Fitter again and a winning hope.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/11 | 18/04/2026 | 146 | C1 3U | $7,756.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Goto Musashi | 51kg | 1:29.80 | - | 1 |
| 7.3L | $6.00 |
| 10/16 | 23/11/2025 | 28 | ALLOW F 3U | $150,790.00 | Tokyo | 1600m | Good | Takuya Kowata | 56kg | 1:37.70 | - | 1 |
| 8.2L | $201.70 |
| 12/13 | 26/10/2025 | 15 | ALLOW F 3U | $151,470.00 | Tokyo | 1600m | Soft | Ko Nagahama | 54kg | 1:36.40 | - | 13 |
| 13.3L | $60.00 |
| 10/16 | 11/10/2025 | 84 | ALLOW F 3U | $151,470.00 | Tokyo | 1600m | Good | Kazuki Kikuzawa | 56kg | 1:37.70 | - | 6 |
| 8.5L | $142.30 |
| 12/14 | 19/07/2025 | 27 | ALLOW F 3U | $161,020.00 | Fukushima | 1700m | Good | Takuya Kowata | 56kg | 1:45.50 | 7-11-12 | 4 |
| 23.1L | $50.50 |
| 4/16 | 22/06/2025 | 22 | ALLOW F 3U | $164,160.00 | Tokyo | 1600m | Good | Takuya Kowata | 56kg | 1:36.50 | - | 16 |
| 2.5L | $270.10 |

Jockey: Isao Yamaguchi
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Most recently favourite; came from midfield and won by 0.5 len at this track April 20 over 1400m defeating Sammaru Warrior carrying 56kg at $1.20. Before that favourite; won by 5 len at this track April 12 over 1300m defeating Recuerdo carrying 56kg at $1.40. Major player on recent form.
Last Starts 12 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 | 20/04/2026 | 8 | C1 3U | $7,756.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Isao Yamaguchi | 56kg | 1:30.30 | 4-2-1 | 2 |
| 0.5L | $1.20 |
| 1/11 | 12/04/2026 | 35 | C1 3U | $7,756.00 | Saga | 1300m | Good | Isao Yamaguchi | 56kg | 1:22.60 | 2-1-1 | 9 |
| 5.0L | $1.40 |
| 11/14 | 08/03/2026 | 35 | MSTPLE 4U | $144,560.00 | Nakayama | 2880m | Good | Taiga Tamura | 59kg | 3:18.80 | 7-9-11 | 13 |
| 22.1L | $249.80 |
| 11/12 | 01/02/2026 | 98 | MSTPLE 4U | $148,680.00 | Kokura | 2860m | Good | Taiga Tamura | 59kg | 3:16.10 | 10-11-11 | 3 |
| 16.8L | $59.70 |
| 10/12 | 26/10/2025 | 42 | ALLOW 3U | $151,470.00 | Niigata | 1200m | M | Yusaku Kokubun | 57kg | 1:10.80 | - | 9 |
| 7.0L | $15.60 |
| 4/15 | 14/09/2025 | 14 | MDN 3 | $110,310.00 | Hanshin | 1200m | Good | Haruhiko Kawasu | 57kg | 1:12.50 | - | 11 |
| 1.6L | $25.10 |

Jockey: Takuto Demizu
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
At the latest run 4th of 11 at this track on April 18 over 1400m, 5 len behind Francina Tesoro with 56kg at $8.50. The start before that 2nd of 11 at this track on April 5 over 1400m, nose behind Oreno Aiba with 56kg at $9.40. Expected to finish much closer.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/11 | 18/04/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $7,756.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:29.80 | - | 10 |
| 5.3L | $8.50 |
| 2/11 | 05/04/2026 | 15 | C1 3U | $7,756.00 | Saga | 1400m | M | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:29.60 | - | 3 |
| 0.1L | $9.40 |
| 4/11 | 21/03/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $6,128.00 | Saga | 1400m | Good | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:30.00 | 2-4-4 | 1 |
| 4.7L | $39.70 |
| 2/8 | 07/03/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $6,128.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Omi Daiki | 55kg | 1:31.10 | 3-4-2 | 7 |
| 0.8L | $2.60 |
| 4/8 | 22/02/2026 | 24 | C1 3U | $6,303.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Omi Daiki | 55kg | 1:24.80 | 4-4-4 | 2 |
| 3.1L | $6.70 |
| 5/10 | 29/01/2026 | 12 | C1 3U | $6,495.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Omi Daiki | 55kg | 1:24.90 | 2-4-5 | 10 |
| 2.6L | $2.20 |

Jockey: Daiki Oomi
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
At the latest run ran last of 11 at this track on April 18 over 1400m, 46 len behind Brave Decision carrying 56kg at $181.50. The start before that ran last of 12 at this track on April 4 over 1750m, 19 len behind Hironyan with 56kg at $144.10. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/11 | 18/04/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,756.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:29.40 | - | 4 |
| 46.8L | $181.50 |
| 12/12 | 04/04/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $9,307.00 | Saga | 1750m | M | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:55.80 | 12-12-12 | 4 |
| 19.0L | $144.10 |
| 9/11 | 22/03/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $6,128.00 | Saga | 1400m | R | Hayashi Yuto | 54kg | 1:29.70 | 10-10-9 | 8 |
| 13.7L | $59.80 |
| 6/12 | 08/03/2026 | 11 | C1 3U | $6,128.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Hayashi Yuto | 54kg | 1:29.50 | 12-12-6 | 2 |
| 12.3L | $108.80 |
| 10/10 | 25/02/2026 | 17 | C1 3U | $8,259.00 | Saga | 1800m | M | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:59.90 | 9-9-10 | 2 |
| 9.1L | $89.00 |
| 6/10 | 08/02/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $8,259.00 | Saga | 1750m | Fast | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:58.00 | 3-7-6 | 10 |
| 7.6L | $19.40 |

Jockey: Tsubasa Kamo
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
At the latest run 8th of 11 at this track on April 18 over 1400m, 10 len behind Francina Tesoro carrying 54kg at $23.60. The start before that 6th of 11 at this track on April 4 over 1400m, 4 len behind Sol Naciente with 54kg at $93.80. Tested from a wide gate.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/11 | 18/04/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,756.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Tsubasa Kamo | 54kg | 1:29.80 | - | 8 |
| 10.9L | $23.60 |
| 6/11 | 04/04/2026 | 29 | C1 3U | $7,756.00 | Saga | 1400m | R | Yukihito Nagata | 54kg | 1:30.20 | 6-3-6 | 2 |
| 4.2L | $93.80 |
| 7/10 | 06/03/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $6,128.00 | Saga | 1400m | M | Yukihito Nagata | 54kg | 1:29.60 | 4-6-7 | 1 |
| 9.6L | $62.40 |
| 3/8 | 21/02/2026 | 28 | C1 3U | $6,303.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Manato Hida | 54kg | 1:22.70 | 5-3-3 | 2 |
| 6.5L | $66.20 |
| 8/12 | 24/01/2026 | 19 | C1 3U | $6,495.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Manato Hida | 54kg | 1:30.50 | 12-12-8 | 8 |
| 11.1L | $46.00 |
| 8/11 | 05/01/2026 | 23 | C1 3U | $6,495.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Tsubasa Kamo | 54kg | 1:30.50 | 9-9-8 | 4 |
| 5.9L | $103.10 |

Jockey: Shinsuke Ishikawa
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Most recently second last of 11 at this track on April 18 over 1750m, 6 len behind Ascot Roman with 56kg at $25. The run before that sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 11 at this track on April 4 over 1400m, 4 len behind Mana Makana carrying 56kg at $16.70. Should go well.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11 | 18/04/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $9,307.00 | Saga | 1750m | SP | Toru Takeyoshi | 56kg | 1:56.40 | - | 5 |
| 6.9L | $25.00 |
| 4/11 | 04/04/2026 | 15 | C1 3U | $7,756.00 | Saga | 1400m | R | Shinsuke Ishikawa | 56kg | 1:29.40 | 3-3-4 | 8 |
| 3.8L | $16.70 |
| 4/11 | 20/03/2026 | 96 | C1 3U | $6,128.00 | Saga | 1400m | Good | Shoma Kanayama | 56kg | 1:30.20 | 4-4-4 | 4 |
| 8.0L | $19.80 |
| 8/11 | 14/12/2025 | 22 | C1 3U | $6,664.00 | Saga | 1400m | Good | Yamato Ishikawa | 56kg | 1:30.50 | 4-7-8 | 10 |
| 12.3L | $5.20 |
| 5/12 | 22/11/2025 | 13 | C1 3U | $6,746.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Yamato Ishikawa | 56kg | 1:30.20 | 7-8-5 | 10 |
| 4.5L | $1.90 |
| 1/11 | 09/11/2025 | 13 | C1 3U | $6,746.00 | Saga | 1400m | M | Shinsuke Ishikawa | 56kg | 1:30.30 | 6-3-1 | 7 |
| 0.2L | $7.70 |

Jockey: Manato Hida
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Last start 2nd of 9 at this track on April 19 over 1400m, head behind Southern Field carrying 56kg at $1.70. The race before that 14th of 16 at Hanshin Dirt on March 7 over 1200m, 9 len behind Sammaru Novel carrying 55.0kg at $403.80. Knocking on the door.
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 | 19/04/2026 | 43 | C1 3U | $7,756.00 | Saga | 1400m | R | Tatsuya Watanabe | 56kg | 1:30.60 | 6-3-2 | 5 |
| 0.2L | $1.70 |
| 14/16 | 07/03/2026 | 14 | ALLOW 4U | $140,770.00 | Hanshin | 1200m | Good | Seiya Morita | 55kg | 1:12.00 | - | 12 |
| 9.6L | $403.80 |
| 16/16 | 21/02/2026 | 81 | ALLOW 4U | $144,790.00 | Hanshin | 1400m | Good | R Takakura | 58kg | 1:25.10 | - | 8 |
| 18.7L | $552.40 |
| 7/10 | 02/12/2025 | 93 | COND 3U | $23,050.00 | Mizusawa | 1400m | Good | Toshiki Yamamoto | 56kg | 1:28.90 | 4-7-7 | 6 |
| 7.8L | $7.10 |
| 8/11 | 31/08/2025 | 13 | B1 3U | $13,923.00 | Morioka | 1400m | Fast | Rei Iwamoto | 56kg | 1:25.90 | 10-8-8 | 9 |
| 5.0L | $13.30 |
| 2/10 | 18/08/2025 | 28 | B1 3U | $15,664.00 | Morioka | 1400m | Good | Tatsunori Sugawara | 56kg | 1:25.90 | 1-1-2 | 4 |
| 0.5L | $23.00 |