Sonoda Race 3 - Race 3 - 1400
M ZAK DREAM (1) is the one to beat after closing well for second at this track last start, beaten a length by Cool Brave after starting odds-on. She had earlier been fair to the line in a 3yo+ C2, so the return to this level and her strong 1400m record give her the clearest winning profile. LOVE YOU SAKURA (3) is the main danger on consistency and track-and-distance grounding, with six wins and 18 placings from 64 runs over this course and trip, though her latest third was still beaten over 10 lengths. WARERA HOSHINOKO (5) has the place reliability to be involved again, especially on the strength of her nose second two runs back, but last start left her with ground to make up on LOVE YOU SAKURA. YUINO OTOKOYAMA (6) brings the sharpest recent margin after a big-odds third, beaten just under a length, and the weight relief helps his case if he can repeat that effort rather than his wider patch of mixed form.

Jockey: Serei Sasaki
Weight: 53kgs
Stats
Comments
Went close at this track last start, running second in a 3yo+ C3 and beaten a length by Cool Brave after being sent out an odds-on favourite. That followed a fair sixth in stronger 3yo+ C2 company behind Ekvator, so the class drop reads well. Proven at 1400m with five wins and five placings around the trip, she looks well placed to convert recent consistency into a win.
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 | 18/09/2026 | 14 | C3 3U | $9,593.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Good | Sasaki Serei | 53kg | 1:32.30 | 3-1-2 | 9 |
| 1.0L | $1.70 |
| 6/10 | 04/09/2026 | 8 | C2 3U | $11,187.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | R | Shiotsu Rina | 51kg | 1:33.10 | 5-7-6 | 10 |
| 5.7L | $18.20 |
| 4/9 | 27/08/2026 | 15 | C2 3U | $12,785.00 | Sonoda | 1230m | Fast | Shiotsu Rina | 51kg | 1:20.10 | 3-2-4 | 3 |
| 2.1L | $23.40 |
| 11/12 | 12/08/2026 | 26 | C2 3U | $12,785.00 | Sonoda | 1870m | R | Sasaki Serei | 53kg | 2:07.80 | 1-7-11 | 8 |
| 18.0L | $5.30 |
| 2/10 | 17/07/2026 | 15 | C2 3U | $12,880.00 | Sonoda | 1870m | Fast | Sasaki Serei | 53kg | 2:05.50 | 1-1-2 | 9 |
| 3.0L | $63.90 |
| 9/11 | 02/07/2026 | 15 | C2 4U | $12,880.00 | Sonoda | 1700m | M | Shiotsu Rina | 51kg | 1:54.30 | 1-5-9 | 12 |
| 44.8L | $12.00 |

Jockey: Tomohiro Yoshimura
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Was safely held when sixth at this track last start, beaten just under seven lengths after settling rearward and making no impression. His previous fourth behind Mysterious Lady was sound without being sharp, and he was favourite there. The stronger case is his track-and-trip record, but he has to turn recent market trust into a better finish to threaten the main hopes.
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 | 16/09/2026 | 21 | C3 3U | $9,593.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | R | Tomohiro Yoshimura | 57kg | 1:33.30 | 10-7-6 | 2 |
| 6.9L | $4.50 |
| 4/8 | 26/08/2026 | 20 | C3 3U | $9,589.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Tomohiro Yoshimura | 57kg | 1:33.10 | 4-3-4 | 7 |
| 4.6L | $2.40 |
| 5/10 | 06/08/2026 | 21 | C3 3U | $9,589.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Tomohiro Yoshimura | 57kg | 1:32.50 | 8-7-5 | 2 |
| 12.0L | $7.80 |
| 2/10 | 16/07/2026 | 21 | C3 3U | $9,660.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Tomohiro Yoshimura | 57kg | 1:32.90 | 10-3-2 | 1 |
| 0.3L | $1.60 |
| 2/10 | 25/06/2026 | 21 | C3 4U | $9,457.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | R | Tomohiro Yoshimura | 57kg | 1:31.30 | 10-2-2 | 6 |
| 5.0L | $3.40 |
| 2/10 | 04/06/2026 | 21 | C3 4U | $9,457.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Good | Tomohiro Yoshimura | 57kg | 1:35.20 | 5-3-2 | 8 |
| 0.5L | $1.10 |

Jockey: Toyokazu Tano
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Placed again at this track last start, finishing third behind Sekisei, although the beaten margin of over 10 lengths keeps the win case in check. Two back she was fifth, beaten four lengths, so her recent form is honest rather than dominant. With six wins and 18 placings from 64 starts at this track and distance, she brings the reliable profile of a genuine winning danger.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/10 | 10/09/2026 | 21 | C3 3U | $9,593.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | M | Toyokazu Tano | 55kg | 1:32.20 | 3-3-3 | 8 |
| 10.5L | $14.50 |
| 5/10 | 20/08/2026 | 22 | C3 3U | $9,589.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Toyokazu Tano | 55kg | 1:32.40 | 7-8-5 | 1 |
| 4.1L | $9.50 |
| 2/10 | 29/07/2026 | 19 | C3 3U | $9,660.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Toyokazu Tano | 55kg | 1:33.20 | 8-7-2 | 6 |
| 7.0L | $8.70 |
| 3/10 | 10/07/2026 | 21 | C3 3U | $9,589.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Toyokazu Tano | 55kg | 1:33.60 | 9-4-3 | 2 |
| 1.1L | $1.70 |
| 2/10 | 19/06/2026 | 21 | C3 4U | $9,457.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Toyokazu Tano | 55kg | 1:31.50 | 5-3-2 | 2 |
| 6.0L | $5.40 |
| 6/10 | 29/05/2026 | 24 | C3 4U | $9,522.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Good | Kanta Inoue | 55kg | 1:33.40 | 8-7-6 | 5 |
| 2.8L | $65.90 |

Jockey: Tasuku Nagao
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished second last at this track last start, beaten over 19 lengths by Cool Brave after conceding a huge start and never getting involved. The start prior was no better, ninth in 3yo+ C2 grade behind Rebecca Rainbow after being unwanted in the market. He has past track-and-trip wins, but current form leaves him with a major turnaround to find.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/9 | 18/09/2026 | 15 | C3 3U | $9,593.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Good | Nagao Tasuku | 57kg | 1:32.30 | 8-9-8 | 2 |
| 19.0L | $430.90 |
| 9/12 | 03/09/2026 | 15 | C2 3U | $11,187.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Good | Takanori Nagai | 57kg | 1:32.70 | 10-10-9 | 8 |
| 12.1L | $341.60 |
| 8/9 | 19/08/2026 | 14 | C2 3U | $11,187.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Nagao Tasuku | 57kg | 1:32.40 | 8-9-8 | 5 |
| 23.1L | $88.40 |
| 6/9 | 05/08/2026 | 20 | C2 3U | $11,187.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Nagao Tasuku | 57kg | 1:32.70 | 7-8-6 | 3 |
| 15.2L | $155.90 |
| 8/10 | 16/07/2026 | 13 | C2 3U | $11,270.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Nagao Tasuku | 57kg | 1:31.20 | 10-9-8 | 7 |
| 14.2L | $206.20 |
| 12/12 | 03/07/2026 | 14 | C2 4U | $11,270.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Good | Nagao Tasuku | 57kg | 1:33.40 | 11-11-12 | 9 |
| 11.9L | $216.80 |

Jockey: Takanori Nagai
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Had been racing consistently before last start, including a nose second to Smart Rave at this track when near the top of betting. She then finished fifth behind Sekisei, beaten over 14 lengths, and lost ground on Love You Sakura through that line. Her record with this jockey is strong and she profiles as a solid place hope if she rebounds to the earlier effort.
Last Starts 21 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 | 10/09/2026 | 27 | C3 3U | $9,593.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | M | Takanori Nagai | 55kg | 1:32.20 | 8-8-5 | 1 |
| 14.0L | $6.00 |
| 2/11 | 14/08/2026 | 29 | C3 3U | $9,589.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Good | Takanori Nagai | 55kg | 1:33.60 | 3-3-2 | 2 |
| 0.1L | $4.60 |
| 3/10 | 16/07/2026 | 21 | C3 3U | $9,660.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Takanori Nagai | 55kg | 1:31.30 | 9-5-3 | 7 |
| 4.8L | $3.90 |
| 3/10 | 25/06/2026 | 27 | C3 4U | $9,457.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | R | Takanori Nagai | 55kg | 1:31.60 | 10-5-3 | 10 |
| 3.3L | $1.50 |
| 2/10 | 29/05/2026 | 115 | C3 4U | $9,522.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Good | Takanori Nagai | 55kg | 1:33.40 | 7-2-2 | 7 |
| 0.3L | $10.10 |
| 4/10 | 03/02/2026 | 20 | C2 4U | $11,680.00 | Himeji | 1400m | Fast | Takanori Nagai | 55kg | 1:34.80 | 9-7-4 | 2 |
| 5.8L | $43.70 |

Jockey: Kou Takahashi
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Lifted sharply at this venue last start, finishing third behind Patrol Run and beaten just under a length despite starting at big odds. That built on a fourth behind Radiant Eye where he picked up nicely but was still beaten eight and a half lengths. The weight relief is a plus, and a repeat of the latest run puts him firmly in the minor-money mix.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/10 | 16/09/2026 | 19 | C3 3U | $9,593.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | R | Toyokazu Tano | 57kg | 1:33.30 | 5-4-3 | 7 |
| 0.8L | $38.70 |
| 4/8 | 28/08/2026 | 21 | C3 3U | $9,589.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | M | Kosuke Takahashi | 54kg | 1:34.30 | 6-6-4 | 3 |
| 8.8L | $39.50 |
| 6/9 | 07/08/2026 | 23 | C3 3U | $9,589.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Toyokazu Tano | 57kg | 1:34.10 | 4-5-6 | 6 |
| 9.0L | $14.20 |
| 9/10 | 15/07/2026 | 12 | C3 3U | $9,660.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Toyokazu Tano | 57kg | 1:32.30 | 7-8-9 | 7 |
| 11.8L | $106.70 |
| 10/12 | 03/07/2026 | 15 | C2 4U | $11,270.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Good | Wataru Hirose | 57kg | 1:33.50 | 11-6-10 | 7 |
| 8.4L | $33.70 |
| 9/12 | 18/06/2026 | 15 | C2 4U | $11,033.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Toyokazu Tano | 57kg | 1:32.40 | 6-5-9 | 8 |
| 12.4L | $36.40 |

Jockey: Kouichi Takahata
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a five-week freshening after finishing second last at this track in 3yo+ C2 grade, beaten over 13 lengths by Ecoro Athena at long odds. The run prior was also plain, seventh and beaten over 18 lengths by Taishin. Still a maiden after 33 starts and unplaced in three at this track and distance, he has plenty to overturn.
Last Starts 34 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/9 | 28/08/2026 | 14 | C2 3U | $11,187.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | M | Sasaki Serei | 55kg | 1:33.90 | 7-9-8 | 4 |
| 13.1L | $69.90 |
| 7/10 | 14/08/2026 | 14 | C2 3U | $11,187.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Good | Sasaki Serei | 55kg | 1:32.90 | 9-8-7 | 1 |
| 18.0L | $49.40 |
| 4/6 | 31/07/2026 | 17 | C2 3U | $11,187.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Sasaki Serei | 55kg | 1:33.00 | 4-5-4 | 5 |
| 8.8L | $22.30 |
| 10/12 | 14/07/2026 | 13 | C9 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Katsuki Niwa | 57kg | 1:38.60 | 8-10-10 | 3 |
| 14.1L | $55.10 |
| 5/12 | 01/07/2026 | 14 | COND 3U | $8,676.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Good | Katsuki Niwa | 57kg | 1:38.20 | 6-5-5 | 8 |
| 1.7L | $28.70 |
| 3/11 | 17/06/2026 | 14 | C1 3U | $8,494.00 | Nagoya | 1500m | Fast | Katsuki Niwa | 57kg | 1:38.30 | 4-3-3 | 1 |
| 3.0L | $14.10 |

Jockey: Osamu Shimohara
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Dropped out sharply after being close enough to matter last start, finishing second last at this track and beaten over 18 lengths by Marble Tiswa. Two back he was again second last, beaten over 15 lengths by Macho Sasupo after giving away a big start. He has won at this track and distance, but the recent evidence is well short of what is required.
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 | 16/09/2026 | 21 | C3 3U | $9,593.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | R | Toyokazu Tano | 57kg | 1:32.60 | 3-8-9 | 1 |
| 18.3L | $145.50 |
| 9/10 | 26/08/2026 | 19 | C2 3U | $11,187.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Tatsuya Takemura | 57kg | 1:33.30 | 8-9-9 | 3 |
| 14.7L | $80.80 |
| 8/9 | 07/08/2026 | 21 | C2 3U | $11,187.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Nagao Tasuku | 57kg | 1:32.80 | 6-9-8 | 4 |
| 19.4L | $169.90 |
| 9/9 | 17/07/2026 | 16 | C2 3U | $11,270.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Daichi Matsuki | 57kg | 1:30.50 | 8-9-9 | 5 |
| 19.7L | $243.10 |
| 12/12 | 01/07/2026 | 19 | C2 4U | $11,270.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Good | Toyokazu Tano | 57kg | 1:33.10 | 5-11-12 | 10 |
| 14.9L | $101.90 |
| 1/8 | 12/06/2026 | 16 | C3 4U | $9,457.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Toyokazu Tano | 57kg | 1:34.80 | 1-1-1 | 4 |
| 2.5L | $4.50 |

Jockey: Sakito Yamamoto
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Led into the straight last start before tiring to seventh at this track, beaten seven and a half lengths by Marble Tiswa at big odds. Her previous run over 1870m was weaker again, ninth and beaten over 17 lengths after being unwanted in the market. A prior track-and-trip record gives some context, but she must finish off much better.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/10 | 16/09/2026 | 35 | C3 3U | $9,593.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | R | Tomohiro Sasada | 55kg | 1:32.60 | 1-2-7 | 5 |
| 7.8L | $24.10 |
| 9/12 | 12/08/2026 | 20 | C2 3U | $12,785.00 | Sonoda | 1870m | R | Sakito Yamamoto | 55kg | 2:07.80 | 6-9-9 | 9 |
| 17.1L | $132.50 |
| 12/12 | 23/07/2026 | 21 | C2 3U | $11,270.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Tomohiro Sasada | 55kg | 0:50.10 | 12-11-12 | 1 |
| 13.7L | $154.40 |
| 7/12 | 02/07/2026 | 21 | C1 3 | $12,880.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | SP | Tomohiro Sasada | 55kg | 1:32.40 | 7-7-7 | 9 |
| 11.1L | $34.50 |
| 3/9 | 11/06/2026 | 21 | C1 3 | $12,609.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Sakito Yamamoto | 55kg | 1:32.10 | 4-3-3 | 1 |
| 16.0L | $3.40 |
| 1/11 | 21/05/2026 | 15 | C2 3 | $9,522.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Good | Sakito Yamamoto | 55kg | 1:32.80 | 2-2-1 | 4 |
| 3.0L | $2.50 |