Sonoda Race 5 - Race 5 - 820
SMART CLASSE (2) First up today. Did well when 2nd last start around here and drawn nicely. Won't be far away during the run. Respect. AKANENO SORA (4) Moderate showing when 7th last start at this track but promising career start. Should be going forward early. Going well this campaign but back to a shorter distance. Key player. ALBATRON (11) Ran 6th last start around here. Looking for an improved run but down in trip. Winning hope. PRAYER AKIRA (9) In the money when 3rd last start at this track. Recent form of the stable is strong. Worth strong consideration.
Jockey: Serei Sasaki
Weight: 53kgs
Stats
Comments
Has been struggling to stay in touch, finishing last at this track over 1400m last start when beaten out of sight and unwanted in the market. The start prior was also a distant last behind Nippon Seira, and her three runs at around 820m have produced no placings. Weight relief is a small help, but the recent form leaves her with a major task.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12 | 23/09/2026 | 19 | COND 2 | $111,920.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Shuhei Kotani | 55kg | 1:30.80 | 12-12-12 | 9 |
| 74.4L | $372.80 |
| 12/12 | 04/09/2026 | 14 | COND 2 | $19,178.00 | Sonoda | 1230m | R | Shingo Oyama | 55kg | 1:23.60 | 12-12-12 | 9 |
| 23.3L | $99.00 |
| 7/8 | 21/08/2026 | 21 | COND 2 | $20,776.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Shingo Oyama | 55kg | 0:50.70 | 6-5-7 | 4 |
| 12.8L | $369.50 |
| 6/6 | 31/07/2026 | 22 | COND 2 | $19,178.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Shingo Oyama | 55kg | 0:51.40 | 4-6-6 | 2 |
| 20.0L | $80.40 |
| 4/6 | 09/07/2026 | - | COND 2 | $56,351.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Shingo Oyama | 55kg | 0:51.70 | 4-4-4 | 6 |
| 10.7L | $49.60 |
Jockey: Osamu Shimohara
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Resumes after a three-month break with a tidy two-start profile, having placed in both runs at this track before spelling. She was second to Eagle Logo at her final run before the break, beaten a length and a half after travelling well, and had earlier run third behind God's Favorite on debut. With two placings from two starts at this distance, she has the right credentials to go close fresh.
Last Starts 76 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6 | 31/07/2026 | 22 | COND 2 | $19,178.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Osamu Shimohara | 55kg | 0:51.40 | 3-2-2 | 5 |
| 1.5L | $4.90 |
| 3/6 | 09/07/2026 | - | COND 2 | $56,351.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Osamu Shimohara | 55kg | 0:51.70 | 1-1-3 | 3 |
| 2.7L | $7.10 |
Jockey: Wataru Hirose
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Was plain over 1400m last start, finishing seventh behind Cherry Squall and beaten over 14 lengths after giving little in the run home. His previous third behind Nippon Seira was more competitive, and the Wataru Hirose combination has already placed with him. The query is his 820m record, where two attempts have yielded no placing, so he profiles as a place hope only if he sharpens up.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/12 | 23/09/2026 | 19 | COND 2 | $19,186.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Wataru Hirose | 56kg | 1:32.90 | 1-6-7 | 4 |
| 13.8L | $14.50 |
| 3/12 | 04/09/2026 | 14 | COND 2 | $19,178.00 | Sonoda | 1230m | R | Wataru Hirose | 56kg | 1:23.60 | 1-2-3 | 4 |
| 5.3L | $5.10 |
| 4/6 | 21/08/2026 | 72 | COND 2 | $19,178.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Wataru Hirose | 56kg | 0:51.30 | 5-5-4 | 1 |
| 9.5L | $13.60 |
| 7/7 | 10/06/2026 | - | COND 2 | $55,166.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Good | Kenta Sugiura | 56kg | 0:51.80 | 6-7-7 | 2 |
| 15.8L | $31.90 |
Jockey: Teppei Kotani
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Was disappointing over 1400m last time, finishing a distant last behind Bhadra after settling prominently and offering little late. The counterpoint is much stronger 820m evidence, with three placings from three starts at this track and distance, including a second to Le Jouet two back when near the top of betting. A return to that shorter-course form would put her in the placings.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/9 | 17/09/2026 | 27 | COND | $111,920.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | M | Teppei Kotani | 55kg | 1:32.90 | 3-4-7 | 2 |
| 38.6L | $65.60 |
| 2/8 | 21/08/2026 | 21 | COND 2 | $20,776.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Teppei Kotani | 54kg | 0:50.70 | 2-2-2 | 8 |
| 4.0L | $4.10 |
| 3/6 | 31/07/2026 | 22 | COND 2 | $19,178.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Teppei Kotani | 54kg | 0:51.40 | 2-2-3 | 3 |
| 2.8L | $1.70 |
| 2/6 | 09/07/2026 | - | COND 2 | $56,351.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Teppei Kotani | 54kg | 0:51.70 | 1-1-2 | 5 |
| 0.2L | $6.30 |
Jockey: Kazuyuki Watase
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Produced a more respectable fourth behind Ninen Tsuki Gumi at this track last start, beaten just over four lengths and again starting near the top of an open market. The prior 1230m run was too poor to ignore, but he has race fitness and was only a couple of lengths behind Prayer Akira in their recent clash. If he holds the latest level, he remains one of the better winning chances.
Last Starts 20 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 | 25/09/2026 | 14 | COND 2 | $19,186.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Kazuyuki Watase | 56kg | 0:51.30 | 1-2-4 | 4 |
| 4.3L | $6.50 |
| 5/7 | 11/09/2026 | 16 | COND 2 | $23,983.00 | Sonoda | 1230m | M | Kazuyuki Watase | 56kg | 1:21.30 | 1-4-5 | 2 |
| 39.8L | $34.40 |
| 5/7 | 26/08/2026 | 42 | COND 2 | $25,570.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Kazuyuki Watase | 56kg | 1:32.30 | 2-3-5 | 5 |
| 21.5L | $17.90 |
| 2/5 | 15/07/2026 | 20 | COND 2 | $30,590.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Sasaki Serei | 54kg | 1:34.90 | 1-1-2 | 2 |
| 4.0L | $7.60 |
| 6/10 | 25/06/2026 | 15 | COND 2 | $22,067.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | R | Shiotsu Rina | 52kg | 1:31.50 | 1-4-6 | 4 |
| 14.4L | $160.00 |
| 5/7 | 10/06/2026 | - | COND 2 | $55,166.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Good | Tatsuya Takemura | 56kg | 0:51.80 | 4-3-5 | 1 |
| 7.3L | $5.20 |
Jockey: Rina Shiotsu
Weight: 53kgs
Stats
Comments
Has been unable to get competitive in two recent runs at this track, finishing last behind Ninen Tsuki Gumi when beaten a long way after settling well back. The start prior was even tougher to assess positively, with another last placing behind Mo Mo Shine after conceding a big start. Weight relief helps only at the edges, and he must improve sharply to trouble these.
Last Starts 20 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 | 25/09/2026 | 14 | COND 2 | $19,186.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Yamamotoya Taizo | 56kg | 0:51.30 | 11-10-11 | 9 |
| 21.8L | $197.70 |
| 7/7 | 11/09/2026 | 21 | COND 2 | $23,983.00 | Sonoda | 1230m | M | Takanori Nagai | 56kg | 1:21.30 | 7-7-7 | 8 |
| 72.8L | $213.10 |
| 8/8 | 21/08/2026 | 48 | COND 2 | $20,776.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Osamu Shimohara | 56kg | 0:50.70 | 8-8-8 | 1 |
| 42.8L | $42.00 |
| 12/13 | 04/07/2026 | - | NEWCOMER 2 | $133,090.00 | Kokura | 1200m | Y | Yoshihito Nagaoka | 55kg | 1:09.80 | 13-13-12 | 5 |
| 25.8L | $281.30 |
Jockey: Tatsuya Takemura
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Is third-up but still looking for a clear step forward after finishing seventh behind Ninen Tsuki Gumi, beaten over 12 lengths and unwanted in the market. His debut fifth behind Peridot had a better closing note, yet it was still in a small field and he remains unplaced from two starts. He has scope to improve with racing, but the current form sits below the main chances.
Last Starts 20 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 | 25/09/2026 | 16 | COND 2 | $19,186.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Takanori Nagai | 56kg | 0:51.30 | 6-6-7 | 1 |
| 11.5L | $53.00 |
| 5/6 | 09/09/2026 | - | COND 2 | $55,960.00 | Sonoda | 820m | R | Takanori Nagai | 56kg | 0:52.20 | 6-6-5 | 5 |
| 5.8L | $30.70 |
Jockey: Sakito Yamamoto
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Had no answer over 1400m last start, finishing a distant last behind Hiro Shige Wonder after leading, so that run has to be treated as a genuine concern. His debut was far more encouraging, when second to Peridot at this track after starting a dominant odds-on favourite, and that run also has a direct line through Prayer Akira. Back to the 820m evidence, he is a realistic place chance with rebound potential.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/6 | 30/09/2026 | 21 | COND 2 | $19,744.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | M | Tomohiro Yoshimura | 56kg | 1:34.10 | 1-6-6 | 6 |
| 47.3L | $9.70 |
| 2/6 | 09/09/2026 | - | COND 2 | $55,960.00 | Sonoda | 820m | R | Tomohiro Yoshimura | 56kg | 0:52.20 | 1-1-2 | 1 |
| 4.0L | $1.30 |
Jockey: Daichi Matsuki
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Comes to her third run with the best recent profile, having improved from a debut fourth to finish third behind Ninen Tsuki Gumi at this track, beaten just under two lengths. She was well clear of Samasama in that latest meeting and now brings the top-rated recent form line. With an 820m placing already on the board and further upside, she looks the most appealing winning chance.
Last Starts 20 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/11 | 25/09/2026 | 16 | COND 2 | $19,186.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Daichi Matsuki | 55kg | 0:51.30 | 4-4-3 | 6 |
| 1.8L | $8.70 |
| 4/6 | 09/09/2026 | - | COND 2 | $55,960.00 | Sonoda | 820m | R | Daichi Matsuki | 55kg | 0:52.20 | 4-4-4 | 3 |
| 4.5L | $21.70 |
Jockey: Kou Takahashi
Weight: 52kgs
Stats
Comments
Was sixth behind Ninen Tsuki Gumi last start, beaten nine and a half lengths after settling back and making no late impression. That followed a last placing behind Rock On D'Oro when beaten over 20 lengths, so the current form remains well below the required level. The light weight is a positive, but she has not shown enough recently to make a strong case.
Last Starts 20 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 | 25/09/2026 | 21 | COND 2 | $19,186.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Kosuke Takahashi | 52kg | 0:51.30 | 8-7-6 | 5 |
| 9.8L | $131.20 |
| 12/12 | 04/09/2026 | 27 | COND 2 | $20,776.00 | Sonoda | 1230m | R | Kosuke Takahashi | 52kg | 1:21.50 | 12-12-12 | 6 |
| 19.9L | $33.70 |
| 9/9 | 08/08/2026 | 13 | MDN 2 | $100,150.00 | Chukyo | 1600m | Good | Shota Kato | 55kg | 1:34.40 | 5-3-9 | 5 |
| 12.4L | $239.20 |
| 9/9 | 26/07/2026 | 14 | MDN 2 | $100,890.00 | Chukyo | 1400m | Good | Shota Kato | 55kg | 1:20.70 | 6-7-9 | 3 |
| 15.1L | $266.60 |
| 8/9 | 12/07/2026 | - | NEWCOMER 2 | $133,090.00 | Kokura | 1200m | Good | Shota Kato | 55kg | 1:09.40 | 8-8-8 | 7 |
| 15.1L | $56.30 |
Jockey: Takanori Nagai
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a six-week freshening after finishing sixth behind Rock On D'Oro at this track, beaten seven and a half lengths at long odds. His previous third behind Le Jouet was sounder, though he only battled on after tracking the speed. A prior 820m placing gives him some footing for this assignment, but he looks more a place contender than a serious winning threat.
Last Starts 41 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 | 04/09/2026 | 14 | COND 2 | $20,776.00 | Sonoda | 1230m | R | Takanori Nagai | 56kg | 1:21.50 | 5-5-6 | 1 |
| 7.8L | $96.10 |
| 3/8 | 21/08/2026 | 7 | COND 2 | $20,776.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Takanori Nagai | 56kg | 0:50.70 | 4-4-3 | 6 |
| 6.0L | $16.20 |
| 4/12 | 14/08/2026 | 21 | COND 2 | $19,178.00 | Sonoda | 1230m | Good | Takanori Nagai | 56kg | 1:22.50 | 4-4-4 | 1 |
| 9.2L | $25.50 |
| 3/5 | 24/07/2026 | 16 | COND 2 | $19,320.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Takanori Nagai | 56kg | 1:33.50 | 1-1-3 | 2 |
| 5.3L | $20.60 |
| 4/11 | 08/07/2026 | 21 | COND 2 | $19,320.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Good | Takanori Nagai | 56kg | 1:33.20 | 5-5-4 | 4 |
| 17.5L | $41.80 |
| 4/5 | 17/06/2026 | - | COND 2 | $55,166.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Osamu Shimohara | 56kg | 1:33.00 | 1-3-4 | 4 |
| 14.5L | $3.80 |
Jockey: Taizou Yamamotoya
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Has been safely held in successive runs, finishing second last behind Joy D'Or over 1400m when beaten out of sight and unwanted in the market. He was also eighth behind Nippon Seira two back, beaten over 15 lengths after making no late impression. With no placing from seven starts at this track, he will have to find a level not yet shown.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 | 23/09/2026 | 19 | COND 2 | $111,920.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Fast | Yamamotoya Taizo | 56kg | 1:30.80 | 4-11-11 | 10 |
| 44.4L | $444.70 |
| 8/12 | 04/09/2026 | 14 | COND 2 | $19,178.00 | Sonoda | 1230m | R | Yamamotoya Taizo | 56kg | 1:23.60 | 6-10-8 | 12 |
| 15.3L | $51.50 |
| 6/8 | 21/08/2026 | 21 | COND 2 | $20,776.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Yamamotoya Taizo | 56kg | 0:50.70 | 5-5-6 | 7 |
| 12.5L | $204.20 |
| 4/6 | 31/07/2026 | 23 | COND 2 | $19,178.00 | Sonoda | 820m | Fast | Yamamotoya Taizo | 56kg | 0:51.40 | 4-4-4 | 4 |
| 10.8L | $59.30 |
| 9/11 | 08/07/2026 | 13 | COND 2 | $19,320.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | Good | Yamamotoya Taizo | 56kg | 1:33.20 | 3-7-9 | 7 |
| 27.8L | $228.90 |
| 7/10 | 25/06/2026 | 22 | COND 2 | $22,067.00 | Sonoda | 1400m | R | Yamamotoya Taizo | 56kg | 1:31.50 | 8-7-7 | 10 |
| 44.4L | $514.70 |