Saga Race 9 - Race 9 - 1300
HERAKLES TESORO (3) Nice run when 2nd last time here and proven performer at this distance in the past. Looks promising in this race. LOT PILINA (4) Thrashed the field when winning by 5L last run at this track and on an upward trajectory in recent races. Has run into the placings at every start this preparation. Can take this out. SMART CORAL (6) Won easily by 5L last start at this track and getting better in recent performances. More confidence with jockey Isao Yamaguchi guiding the horse. Can win this. TAGANO ARTEMIS (7) Gave away some ground when 13th last time at Hanshin and dropping back to a shorter trip. First start for a new trainer. Displays good finishing speed. Solid place bet prospects.

Jockey: Reo Nakayama
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Worked home from well back when fifth at this track last start, but was still beaten nine lengths by Meiner Earth and had been unwanted in the market. The start prior brought a third in a small field, beaten eight and a half lengths behind Fukuno Sunano Bara. Her record at the distance gives some base, yet recent margins leave her with a fair bit to find.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/10 | 17/10/2026 | 16 | C1 3U | $7,770.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Leo Nakayama | 54kg | 1:23.60 | 6-8-5 | 10 |
| 9.0L | $42.90 |
| 3/6 | 01/10/2026 | 19 | C1 3U | $7,770.00 | Saga | 1400m | Good | Leo Nakayama | 54kg | 1:30.90 | 3-3-3 | 3 |
| 8.8L | $16.00 |
| 6/8 | 12/09/2026 | 20 | C1 3U | $7,550.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Leo Nakayama | 54kg | 1:24.60 | 5-7-6 | 4 |
| 9.8L | $3.20 |
| 2/11 | 23/08/2026 | 43 | C2 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Leo Nakayama | 54kg | 1:31.20 | 7-4-2 | 1 |
| 3.0L | $35.60 |
| 9/10 | 11/07/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,995.00 | Kochi | 1400m | M | Abe Mototsugu | 53kg | 1:33.00 | 10-10-9 | 9 |
| 2.9L | $117.30 |
| 7/8 | 27/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $16,637.00 | Kochi | 1600m | SP | Abe Mototsugu | 53kg | 1:44.90 | 8-8-7 | 8 |
| 9.2L | $180.90 |

Jockey: Takuto Demizu
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Has been well held at both recent runs, finishing second last at this track last start when beaten over 13 lengths by Meiner Earth. The run prior was no better, last behind Kairi Queen after settling rearward and making no impression. A past track-and-distance win is noted, but current form is a much stronger guide against him.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 | 17/10/2026 | 16 | C1 3U | $7,770.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:23.60 | 8-7-9 | 2 |
| 12.6L | $403.10 |
| 12/12 | 01/10/2026 | 26 | C1 3U | $9,324.00 | Saga | 1400m | Good | Nana Kawaharada | 56kg | 1:31.80 | 5-11-12 | 11 |
| 12.1L | $40.00 |
| 10/10 | 05/09/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | M | Takuto Demizu | 56kg | 1:32.00 | 9-10-10 | 9 |
| 21.9L | $240.30 |
| 10/11 | 22/08/2026 | 37 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Toru Takeyoshi | 56kg | 1:31.40 | 8-10-10 | 4 |
| 20.6L | $543.20 |
| 8/12 | 16/07/2026 | 21 | C1 3U | $7,603.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Omi Daiki | 55kg | 1:24.00 | 11-10-8 | 6 |
| 12.0L | $279.70 |
| 8/10 | 25/06/2026 | 19 | C1 3U | $7,443.00 | Saga | 1300m | R | Taku Kawashima | 56kg | 1:22.50 | 8-9-8 | 6 |
| 19.0L | $94.60 |

Jockey: Taku Kawashima
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Held his form well when second at this track last start, beaten a length by Queen Saga after being respected in an open market. That followed a C2 win here, where he led and beat Kanaderu Air by two and a half lengths. Three wins and two places from six starts at this track and distance, plus a strong record with Taku Kawashima, make him a genuine winning chance.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/11 | 18/10/2026 | 17 | C1 3U | $7,770.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Taku Kawashima | 56kg | 1:31.00 | 3-4-2 | 3 |
| 1.0L | $8.00 |
| 1/7 | 01/10/2026 | 19 | C2 3U | $7,002.00 | Saga | 1400m | Good | Taku Kawashima | 56kg | 1:31.60 | 2-1-1 | 3 |
| 2.5L | $2.20 |
| 3/12 | 12/09/2026 | 20 | C2 3U | $6,804.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Taku Kawashima | 56kg | 1:25.00 | 4-2-3 | 2 |
| 4.5L | $27.50 |
| 2/10 | 23/08/2026 | 49 | C2 3U | $6,801.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Jun Tanaka | 56kg | 1:25.90 | 4-1-2 | 8 |
| 0.8L | $2.60 |
| 1/10 | 05/07/2026 | 36 | COND 3 | $7,603.00 | Saga | 1300m | R | Taku Kawashima | 56kg | 1:24.30 | 8-4-1 | 1 |
| 0.3L | $35.90 |
| 6/11 | 30/05/2026 | 13 | COND 3 | $7,494.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Leo Nakayama | 56kg | 1:31.30 | 2-4-6 | 6 |
| 7.6L | $28.40 |

Jockey: Ren Hasegawa
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Comes through the right formline after a commanding C2 win at this track, scoring by five lengths over Gatlin Tesoro as a dominant odds-on favourite. She had earlier run second to Queen Saga at long odds, so the current campaign has real substance. Third-up now with Ren Hasegawa retaining the ride, she looks well placed to convert that momentum into another strong showing.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12 | 17/10/2026 | 16 | C2 3U | $7,002.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Ren Hasegawa | 54kg | 1:31.00 | 4-1-1 | 1 |
| 5.0L | $1.30 |
| 2/12 | 01/10/2026 | 137 | C2 3U | $7,002.00 | Saga | 1300m | Good | Ren Hasegawa | 54kg | 1:23.80 | 6-3-2 | 7 |
| 2.5L | $21.60 |
| 9/12 | 17/05/2026 | 13 | COND | $59,954.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Ren Hasegawa | 54kg | 1:23.10 | 10-9-9 | 5 |
| 7.9L | $357.00 |
| 7/10 | 04/05/2026 | 14 | COND 3 | $14,989.00 | Saga | 1400m | M | Ren Hasegawa | 54kg | 1:31.00 | 5-6-7 | 6 |
| 7.4L | $61.40 |
| 3/9 | 20/04/2026 | 15 | COND 3 | $15,512.00 | Saga | 1800m | SP | Takuto Demizu | 54kg | 2:01.00 | 5-5-3 | 1 |
| 6.0L | $26.50 |
| 5/11 | 05/04/2026 | 29 | COND 3 | $14,989.00 | Saga | 1300m | SP | Ren Hasegawa | 54kg | 1:22.30 | 6-5-5 | 2 |
| 12.0L | $46.80 |

Jockey: Manato Hida
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Recent form reads poorly, with a last at this track last start when beaten over 15 lengths by Meiner Earth after offering little late. He was also second last behind Kairi Queen the run prior after weakening badly. The positive is Manato Hida returning, given three wins and three places from eight rides on him, so a minor placing is the realistic target if he lifts.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10 | 17/10/2026 | 16 | C1 3U | $7,770.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Shinsuke Ishikawa | 56kg | 1:23.60 | 1-3-10 | 4 |
| 15.1L | $21.00 |
| 11/12 | 01/10/2026 | 19 | C1 3U | $9,324.00 | Saga | 1400m | Good | Omi Daiki | 56kg | 1:31.80 | 1-3-11 | 7 |
| 11.1L | $22.80 |
| 3/8 | 12/09/2026 | 20 | C1 3U | $7,550.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Manato Hida | 56kg | 1:24.60 | 1-1-3 | 7 |
| 4.3L | $2.30 |
| 4/10 | 23/08/2026 | 43 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Manato Hida | 56kg | 1:31.60 | 1-1-4 | 5 |
| 2.5L | $7.40 |
| 11/12 | 11/07/2026 | 20 | C1 4U | $9,123.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | F Komaki | 56kg | 1:31.40 | 4-11-11 | 9 |
| 18.1L | $11.60 |
| 3/9 | 21/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,443.00 | Saga | 1400m | M | Manato Hida | 56kg | 1:30.70 | 1-1-3 | 1 |
| 2.3L | $2.30 |

Jockey: Isao Yamaguchi
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Put the race away in sharp style at this track last start, winning a C2 by five lengths over Bi Silent after being sent out a dominant odds-on favourite. Her previous fourth at Sapporo Dirt had merit at Mdn level, picking up nicely from back in the field. One win from one start at this venue, and with Isao Yamaguchi aboard again, she profiles as a major threat.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/11 | 17/10/2026 | 42 | C2 3U | $7,002.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Isao Yamaguchi | 54kg | 1:30.90 | 1-1-1 | 8 |
| 5.0L | $1.30 |
| 4/12 | 05/09/2026 | 7 | MDN 3 | $98,110.00 | Sapporo | 1000m | Good | Katsuma Sameshima | 55kg | 0:58.60 | 7-7-4 | 10 |
| 4.1L | $19.90 |
| 5/12 | 29/08/2026 | 41 | MDN 3 | $98,110.00 | Sapporo | 1000m | Good | Naho Furukawa | 53kg | 0:59.60 | 4-4-5 | 12 |
| 2.3L | $4.00 |
| 7/14 | 19/07/2026 | 36 | MDN 3 | $98,840.00 | Hakodate | 1700m | Good | Rui Funayama | 54kg | 1:44.50 | 1-2-7 | 12 |
| 9.6L | $8.50 |
| 10/14 | 13/06/2026 | 21 | MDN 3 | $96,760.00 | Hakodate | 1700m | Good | Nana Kawaharada | 51kg | 1:45.40 | 1-2-10 | 4 |
| 10.1L | $5.40 |
| 5/15 | 23/05/2026 | 21 | MDN 3 | $99,450.00 | Niigata | 1800m | Good | Rui Funayama | 53kg | 1:56.00 | 2-2-5 | 2 |
| 5.1L | $2.30 |

Jockey: Jun Tanaka
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a two-month freshening after being never competitive and beaten out of sight at Hanshin Dirt over 1800m. The start prior was better, finishing fourth at Chukyo Dirt behind Akino Beauty when near the top of betting, though she did not finish it off. With one placing from two runs around 1300m, she can land a minor cheque if her earlier form resurfaces.
Last Starts 49 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/15 | 13/09/2026 | 14 | MDN 3 | $98,150.00 | Hanshin | 1800m | Good | Daisuke Sasaki | 55kg | 1:54.90 | 4-13-13 | 5 |
| 36.0L | $13.50 |
| 4/15 | 30/08/2026 | 29 | MDN 3 | $98,110.00 | Chukyo | 1800m | Good | Kohei Matsuyama | 55kg | 1:54.30 | 3-3-4 | 6 |
| 7.5L | $4.90 |
| 3/16 | 01/08/2026 | 70 | MDN 3 | $98,110.00 | Chukyo | 1800m | Good | Koji Nishizuka | 55kg | 1:56.40 | 2-2-3 | 13 |
| 1.3L | $15.80 |
| 2/15 | 23/05/2026 | 56 | MDN 3 | $99,450.00 | Niigata | 1800m | Good | Yuji Tannai | 55kg | 1:56.00 | 6-5-2 | 13 |
| 2.5L | $8.30 |
| 7/13 | 28/03/2026 | 10 | MDN F 3 | $101,660.00 | Chukyo | 1800m | Good | Riki Takasugi | 55kg | 1:55.20 | 6-7-7 | 9 |
| 8.6L | $6.40 |
| 2/8 | 18/03/2026 | 72 | COND 3 | $11,355.00 | Kasamatsu | 1400m | Good | Kyosuke Kokubun | 55kg | 1:29.30 | 4-3-2 | 2 |
| 0.1L | $1.60 |

Jockey: Naohito Tanaka
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Led narrowly into the straight at this track last start but tired out to finish sixth, beaten over 12 lengths by Nobu Nori O at generous odds. His previous tenth behind Kairi Queen was also plain after being unwanted in the market. He has placed three times from five runs at this track and distance, but the recent finishing effort has to improve sharply.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9 | 18/10/2026 | 17 | C1 3U | $7,770.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Naohito Tanaka | 56kg | 1:23.40 | 1-3-6 | 5 |
| 12.1L | $20.60 |
| 10/12 | 01/10/2026 | 19 | C1 3U | $9,324.00 | Saga | 1400m | Good | Abe Mototsugu | 56kg | 1:31.80 | 7-7-10 | 2 |
| 9.1L | $21.70 |
| 3/11 | 12/09/2026 | 35 | C1 3U | $7,550.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Naohito Tanaka | 56kg | 1:24.10 | 5-4-3 | 8 |
| 9.1L | $14.40 |
| 7/12 | 08/08/2026 | 23 | COND 3U | $9,056.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Shoma Kanayama | 56kg | 1:33.30 | 3-8-7 | 7 |
| 9.3L | $5.10 |
| 8/12 | 16/07/2026 | 21 | COND | $121,646.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Naohito Tanaka | 56kg | 1:28.70 | 10-9-8 | 7 |
| 12.5L | $125.20 |
| 5/9 | 25/06/2026 | 18 | COND 3U | $74,431.00 | Saga | 1400m | R | Naohito Tanaka | 56kg | 1:30.00 | 2-2-5 | 8 |
| 4.6L | $2.50 |

Jockey: Tsubasa Kamo
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Was again safely held when eighth at this track last start, beaten over 12 lengths by Meiner Earth after starting at big odds. Her previous sixth behind Kairi Queen was better, but she still had too much to do and was never a factor. Three wins and 12 placings from 38 runs around 1300m keep her in the place mix, not the main winning discussion.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/10 | 17/10/2026 | 16 | C1 3U | $7,770.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Tsubasa Kamo | 54kg | 1:23.60 | 8-8-8 | 5 |
| 12.3L | $134.30 |
| 6/12 | 01/10/2026 | 19 | C1 3U | $9,324.00 | Saga | 1400m | Good | Haruki Wada | 54kg | 1:31.80 | 8-3-6 | 3 |
| 6.5L | $32.00 |
| 4/8 | 12/09/2026 | 20 | C1 3U | $7,550.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Tsubasa Kamo | 54kg | 1:24.60 | 6-4-4 | 1 |
| 6.8L | $26.50 |
| 8/10 | 23/08/2026 | 43 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Ren Hasegawa | 54kg | 1:31.60 | 6-5-8 | 2 |
| 5.6L | $32.90 |
| 4/12 | 11/07/2026 | 14 | C1 4U | $9,123.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Yoshiki Yamada | 54kg | 1:31.40 | 10-2-4 | 4 |
| 7.5L | $109.30 |
| 1/9 | 27/06/2026 | 21 | C1 3U | $7,443.00 | Saga | 1400m | SP | Shoma Kanayama | 54kg | 1:31.40 | 7-1-1 | 4 |
| 1.5L | $38.50 |

Jockey: Hiroki Yamashita
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Has not threatened in two recent runs at this track, finishing sixth last start when beaten over 10 lengths by Meiner Earth after being unwanted in the market. Before that he conceded a huge start and finished eighth behind Kairi Queen. Two wins from four starts at this track and distance are a genuine plus, but his current form is heading the wrong way.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/10 | 17/10/2026 | 16 | C1 3U | $7,770.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Isao Yamaguchi | 56kg | 1:23.60 | 7-6-6 | 7 |
| 10.5L | $66.40 |
| 8/12 | 01/10/2026 | 26 | C1 3U | $9,324.00 | Saga | 1400m | Good | Ren Hasegawa | 56kg | 1:31.80 | 9-9-8 | 10 |
| 7.1L | $55.30 |
| 7/10 | 05/09/2026 | 49 | C1 3U | $7,547.00 | Saga | 1400m | M | Isao Yamaguchi | 56kg | 1:32.00 | 7-6-7 | 10 |
| 12.2L | $44.70 |
| 6/11 | 18/07/2026 | 41 | C1 3U | $7,603.00 | Saga | 1400m | Fast | Shoma Kanayama | 56kg | 1:30.30 | 8-5-6 | 8 |
| 12.5L | $35.10 |
| 3/11 | 07/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,443.00 | Saga | 1400m | Good | Manato Hida | 56kg | 1:31.20 | 9-5-3 | 7 |
| 6.0L | $2.90 |
| 7/10 | 24/05/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $7,494.00 | Saga | 1300m | Fast | Manato Hida | 56kg | 1:24.10 | 2-3-7 | 4 |
| 4.1L | $2.60 |