Saga Race 7 - Race 7 - 1400
MIKKI GENTLE (7) is the top pick on overall profile, despite a plain second-last at this track three weeks ago when he gave very little late. His wider record is strong, with five wins from 14 starts, three wins and three placings from ten attempts at this track and distance, and an excellent record with Isao Yamaguchi. LOVE ME NASSAU (2) brings a cleaner last-start reference after finishing second here, beaten three lengths as favourite, and she is third-up with a previous win at this distance. CESA SUNRISE (8) has a genuine winning case through her four-length win over Shizuri two back, while her latest fifth was only moderate rather than poor. FEB LINO (10) comes off a second at this venue and was respected in betting, but the maiden record keeps her more in the place-to-win fringe than as a standout.

Jockey: Yukihito Nagata
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished sixth at this track last start, beaten eight and a half lengths after conceding too much ground and never getting into the race. The start prior was no better, again settling well back and finishing sixth, beaten over 15 lengths at big odds. He is a proven 1400m performer and the winning rider returns, so a minor placing is possible if he can settle closer and finish off.
Last Starts 18 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 | 21/09/2026 | 22 | C1 3U | $7,550.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Yukihito Nagata | 56kg | 1:31.90 | 9-7-6 | 6 |
| 8.6L | $68.00 |
| 6/9 | 30/08/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Yukihito Nagata | 56kg | 1:29.40 | 6-5-6 | 4 |
| 15.0L | $51.10 |
| 3/11 | 16/08/2026 | 36 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Yukihito Nagata | 56kg | 1:30.60 | 8-4-3 | 5 |
| 5.5L | $75.60 |
| 4/10 | 11/07/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,603.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Yukihito Nagata | 56kg | 1:30.70 | 9-4-4 | 6 |
| 8.5L | $47.50 |
| 1/11 | 27/06/2026 | 20 | C1 3U | $7,443.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Yukihito Nagata | 56kg | 1:32.00 | 7-1-1 | 4 |
| 0.1L | $15.40 |
| 7/10 | 07/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,443.00 | Saga | 1400m | Good | Yukihito Nagata | 56kg | 1:30.60 | 5-7-7 | 10 |
| 10.9L | $29.60 |

Jockey: Ren Hasegawa
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Turned her form around when second at this track last start, beaten three lengths after being sent out favourite and just unable to finish it off. That followed a heavy defeat at Chukyo Dirt, but she is third-up now, has already won at this distance and comes from a strong local stable. With that latest run to build on, she has a clear winning chance.
Last Starts 18 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/10 | 21/09/2026 | 37 | C1 3U | $7,550.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Ren Hasegawa | 54kg | 1:30.70 | 5-2-2 | 10 |
| 3.0L | $2.20 |
| 15/16 | 15/08/2026 | 107 | ALLOW 3U | $138,680.00 | Chukyo | 1400m | Good | Seiya Morita | 53kg | 1:24.10 | 14-13-15 | 4 |
| 15.8L | $163.30 |
| 5/10 | 30/04/2026 | 138 | COND 4U | $31,740.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Good | Seiya Morita | 52kg | 1:30.50 | 3-3-5 | 7 |
| 1.9L | $3.30 |
| 7/16 | 13/12/2025 | 97 | ALLOW 3U | $148,960.00 | Chukyo | 1400m | Good | Yoshihiro Furukawa | 55kg | 1:24.50 | - | 7 |
| 5.2L | $35.80 |
| 10/12 | 07/09/2025 | 14 | ALLOW 3U | $158,190.00 | Sapporo | 1000m | Good | Taiki Hashiki | 51kg | 0:58.90 | - | 1 |
| 7.8L | $29.30 |
| 5/11 | 24/08/2025 | 15 | ALLOW 3U | $157,460.00 | Sapporo | 1000m | Good | Yoshihiro Furukawa | 54kg | 0:59.40 | - | 2 |
| 5.8L | $16.40 |

Jockey: Daiki Oomi
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Was never in the race when seventh at this track last start, beaten eight and a half lengths after giving away a big start. His previous fifth was also safely held, beaten over 14 lengths at long odds. A past track-and-distance win and a solid record with this jockey are positives, but his current form leaves him with plenty to find.
Last Starts 18 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 | 21/09/2026 | 22 | C1 3U | $7,550.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Omi Daiki | 55kg | 1:31.90 | 10-10-7 | 10 |
| 8.8L | $177.50 |
| 5/9 | 30/08/2026 | 15 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Leo Nakayama | 56kg | 1:29.40 | 9-9-5 | 8 |
| 14.0L | $226.20 |
| 10/12 | 15/08/2026 | 41 | COND 3U | $15,094.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Omi Daiki | 55kg | 1:30.00 | 10-9-10 | 10 |
| 17.3L | $100.30 |
| 6/10 | 05/07/2026 | 15 | C1 3U | $7,603.00 | Saga | 1400m | R | Leo Nakayama | 56kg | 1:29.30 | 7-8-6 | 6 |
| 13.1L | $122.50 |
| 8/10 | 20/06/2026 | 19 | C1 3U | $7,443.00 | Saga | 1400m | R | Omi Daiki | 55kg | 1:29.70 | 5-7-8 | 1 |
| 11.2L | $46.60 |
| 4/10 | 01/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,443.00 | Saga | 1400m | R | Omi Daiki | 55kg | 1:30.80 | - | 1 |
| 1.7L | $43.40 |

Jockey: Takuto Demizu
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Resumed with a disappointing last at this track, beaten over 14 lengths after being close enough before dropping out in the run home. She had earlier been ninth here, beaten just under seven lengths at long odds. Her one win at this track and distance is a useful reference, but she must show far more second-up to trouble the main hopes.
Last Starts 18 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 | 21/09/2026 | 226 | C1 3U | $7,550.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Takuto Demizu | 54kg | 1:31.90 | 7-9-11 | 7 |
| 13.6L | $47.50 |
| 9/12 | 07/02/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $8,259.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Shinsuke Ishikawa | 54kg | 1:24.00 | 11-9-9 | 2 |
| 6.9L | $44.70 |
| 11/11 | 24/01/2026 | 20 | C1 3U | $8,510.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Ren Hasegawa | 53kg | 1:31.00 | 9-9-11 | 9 |
| 7.8L | $3.70 |
| 3/11 | 04/01/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $6,495.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Manato Hida | 54kg | 1:31.40 | 8-6-3 | 1 |
| 0.8L | $1.70 |
| 9/12 | 21/12/2025 | 44 | C1 3U | $8,732.00 | Saga | 1750m | SP | Isao Yamaguchi | 54kg | 1:57.00 | 4-6-9 | 10 |
| 11.3L | $4.50 |
| 3/10 | 07/11/2025 | 11 | C1 3U | $8,839.00 | Saga | 1800m | Fast | Isao Yamaguchi | 54kg | 1:59.40 | 6-2-3 | 1 |
| 3.3L | $4.20 |

Jockey: Hiroki Yamashita
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished eighth at this track last start, beaten over 11 lengths after giving away a big start and never threatening. That followed a last placing here when well beaten by 22 lengths, so there is little recent form to recommend. Her track-and-distance record has some merit, but she has to produce a much sharper finish to get involved.
Last Starts 18 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 | 21/09/2026 | 22 | C1 3U | $7,550.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Hiroki Yamashita | 54kg | 1:31.90 | 8-7-8 | 5 |
| 10.8L | $213.50 |
| 9/9 | 30/08/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Naohito Tanaka | 54kg | 1:29.40 | 2-7-9 | 9 |
| 21.5L | $73.90 |
| 5/11 | 16/08/2026 | 43 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Shinsuke Ishikawa | 54kg | 1:30.60 | 1-2-5 | 7 |
| 7.1L | $101.10 |
| 10/11 | 04/07/2026 | 21 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Naohito Tanaka | 54kg | 1:30.50 | 2-6-10 | 8 |
| 40.4L | $99.30 |
| 8/11 | 13/06/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $7,443.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Naohito Tanaka | 54kg | 1:31.50 | 1-2-8 | 8 |
| 12.5L | $5.50 |
| 11/11 | 31/05/2026 | 13 | C1 3U | $8,932.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Naohito Tanaka | 54kg | 1:29.10 | 1-10-11 | 3 |
| 23.6L | $129.30 |

Jockey: Manato Hida
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Made some ground into fourth at this track last start, beaten just over four lengths by Ken Bridge Knight after settling rearward at long odds. The run prior was only fair when fifth here, but his overall record is strong, with seven wins and ten places from 33 starts. The absence of a recent win tempers enthusiasm, yet he is a realistic place chance.
Last Starts 18 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 | 21/09/2026 | 18 | C1 3U | $7,550.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Ren Hasegawa | 56kg | 1:31.90 | 5-4-4 | 1 |
| 4.1L | $83.90 |
| 5/8 | 03/09/2026 | 18 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | Good | Naohito Tanaka | 56kg | 1:31.20 | 3-4-5 | 8 |
| 7.5L | $112.80 |
| 8/11 | 16/08/2026 | 36 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Isao Yamaguchi | 56kg | 1:30.60 | 5-7-8 | 4 |
| 14.6L | $32.50 |
| 10/12 | 11/07/2026 | 20 | C1 4U | $9,123.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | S Kawahara | 56kg | 1:31.40 | 8-10-10 | 8 |
| 11.1L | $49.60 |
| 4/9 | 21/06/2026 | 20 | C1 3U | $7,443.00 | Saga | 1400m | M | Shoma Kanayama | 56kg | 1:30.70 | 4-3-4 | 6 |
| 4.3L | $6.50 |
| 4/10 | 01/06/2026 | 9 | C1 3U | $7,443.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Naohito Tanaka | 56kg | 1:23.50 | - | 2 |
| 5.0L | $12.80 |

Jockey: Isao Yamaguchi
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Brings the strongest overall profile, with five wins from 14 starts and an excellent track-and-distance record. Last start was below his level when second last, beaten over 13 lengths, but he had been third here two back and remains highly effective with Isao Yamaguchi aboard. If he returns to his established form, he is the horse they have to beat.
Last Starts 18 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 | 21/09/2026 | 18 | C1 3U | $7,550.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Isao Yamaguchi | 56kg | 1:31.90 | 3-6-10 | 12 |
| 12.8L | $4.50 |
| 3/8 | 03/09/2026 | 11 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | Good | Isao Yamaguchi | 56kg | 1:31.20 | 1-1-3 | 6 |
| 3.0L | $3.80 |
| 1/10 | 23/08/2026 | 43 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Isao Yamaguchi | 56kg | 1:31.60 | 3-3-1 | 9 |
| 0.3L | $2.70 |
| 9/12 | 11/07/2026 | 14 | C1 4U | $9,123.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Shoma Kanayama | 56kg | 1:31.40 | 1-2-9 | 2 |
| 10.6L | $2.80 |
| 1/10 | 27/06/2026 | 20 | C1 3U | $7,443.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Isao Yamaguchi | 56kg | 1:30.60 | 1-1-1 | 10 |
| 2.5L | $1.10 |
| 2/10 | 07/06/2026 | 140 | C2 3U | $7,443.00 | Saga | 1400m | Good | Hiroki Yamashita | 56kg | 1:30.60 | 4-3-2 | 6 |
| 0.8L | $16.90 |

Jockey: Naohito Tanaka
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Was only moderate when fifth at this track last start, beaten five and a half lengths by Ken Bridge Knight, but her previous win here was decisive as she sprinted away to beat Shizuri by four lengths. She has two wins and five placings from eleven starts at this track and distance, and that local record keeps her right in the winning mix.
Last Starts 18 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 | 21/09/2026 | 9 | C1 3U | $7,550.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Naohito Tanaka | 54kg | 1:31.90 | 5-4-5 | 11 |
| 5.6L | $7.50 |
| 1/8 | 12/09/2026 | 20 | C1 3U | $7,550.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Naohito Tanaka | 54kg | 1:24.60 | 2-1-1 | 8 |
| 4.0L | $4.70 |
| 5/10 | 23/08/2026 | 43 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Naohito Tanaka | 54kg | 1:31.60 | 10-7-5 | 3 |
| 3.0L | $16.60 |
| 3/10 | 11/07/2026 | 40 | C1 3U | $7,603.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Naohito Tanaka | 54kg | 1:30.70 | 3-3-3 | 3 |
| 6.0L | $11.90 |
| 4/10 | 01/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,443.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Naohito Tanaka | 54kg | 1:30.00 | - | 10 |
| 9.5L | $14.30 |
| 8/9 | 18/05/2026 | 23 | C1 3U | $7,494.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Taku Kawashima | 54kg | 1:30.20 | 3-5-8 | 1 |
| 15.1L | $4.60 |

Jockey: Taku Kawashima
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished ninth at this track last start, beaten over 11 lengths after settling too far out of his ground and never looking likely. The run prior was also well held when seventh, beaten over 17 lengths, despite closing off fairly late. Three track-and-distance wins show past suitability, but current form is well short of what is required.
Last Starts 18 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 | 21/09/2026 | 22 | C1 3U | $7,550.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Taku Kawashima | 56kg | 1:31.90 | 10-11-9 | 2 |
| 11.3L | $195.80 |
| 7/9 | 30/08/2026 | 57 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Taku Kawashima | 56kg | 1:29.40 | 8-8-7 | 5 |
| 17.0L | $252.40 |
| 12/12 | 04/07/2026 | 21 | C1 3U | $9,056.00 | Saga | 1300m | SP | Shoma Kanayama | 56kg | 1:24.90 | 12-12-12 | 11 |
| 40.2L | $63.20 |
| 4/11 | 13/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,443.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Shoma Kanayama | 56kg | 1:31.50 | 10-7-4 | 10 |
| 5.5L | $28.10 |
| 9/11 | 30/05/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,494.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Taku Kawashima | 56kg | 1:30.00 | 11-9-9 | 8 |
| 14.8L | $157.90 |
| 6/11 | 16/05/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,494.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Shoma Kanayama | 56kg | 1:30.20 | 10-7-6 | 3 |
| 7.8L | $165.60 |

Jockey: Tsubasa Kamo
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Held second at this track last start, beaten four lengths by Roberta Impact after being close enough but unable to improve. That was a much better reference than her Chukyo 3yo Maiden run, where she was second last and beaten over 12 lengths. Still a maiden after 16 starts, so she appeals more as a place hope than a firm winning play.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12 | 26/09/2026 | 35 | C1 3U | $7,550.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Isao Yamaguchi | 54kg | 1:32.50 | 3-2-2 | 7 |
| 4.0L | $2.20 |
| 16/17 | 22/08/2026 | 14 | MDN 3 | $98,110.00 | Chukyo | 1200m | Good | Kanta Taguchi | 55kg | 1:07.90 | 8-8-16 | 17 |
| 11.5L | $17.10 |
| 5/18 | 08/08/2026 | 14 | MDN 3 | $98,110.00 | Chukyo | 1400m | Good | Fuma Matsuwaka | 55kg | 1:19.80 | 3-3-5 | 11 |
| 3.6L | $26.80 |
| 5/8 | 25/07/2026 | 13 | ALLOW 3U | $139,710.00 | Chukyo | 1200m | Good | Fuma Matsuwaka | 53kg | 1:07.60 | 4-4-5 | 1 |
| 3.9L | $43.10 |
| 8/13 | 12/07/2026 | 8 | MDN 3 | $98,840.00 | Kokura | 1800m | Good | Fuma Matsuwaka | 55kg | 1:47.30 | 6-4-8 | 9 |
| 9.6L | $12.80 |
| 4/16 | 04/07/2026 | 21 | MDN 3 | $98,840.00 | Kokura | 1800m | Y | Fuma Matsuwaka | 55kg | 1:48.00 | 3-2-4 | 7 |
| 3.8L | $22.80 |