Race Preview & Prediction
Key Takeaways
- ◆The Mizusawa 1600m course demands both power and agility, making past performance in the “Wakagoma Sho” a crucial indicator.
- ◆Sacristina is a highly reliable favorite due to her commanding victory on this track and her strong pedigree.
- ◆Kiraraka is an underestimated contender whose previous race result should be disregarded in favor of her high-level recorded time.
- ◆In winter Mizusawa races, bloodlines that convey stamina and power are favored over pure speed.
Race Significance & HistoryMizusawa Dirt 1600m Course Analysis
Pedigree Analysis for Potential
In races with less experienced 2-year-olds, pedigree is the primary tool for assessing unknown potential. The suitability of each horse to the Mizusawa 1600m course is evaluated based on their bloodlines:
1. Sasakintousaburo
B+
Sire: Cape Blanco / Dam’s Sire: Admire Moon
European Galileo line sire; sufficient power and stamina for heavy tracks.
2. Kiraraka
A
Sire: Apollo Kentucky / Dam’s Sire: Daiwa Major
Sire was a Tokyo Daishoten winner; large, powerful type suited to Mizusawa sand.
3. Rosita Sunrise
A-
Sire: Hokko Tarumae / Dam’s Sire: Coronado’s Quest
Classic dirt pedigree; strong in stamina-sapping races, distance extension is a plus.
4. Love Courage
B
Sire: Epoca d’Oro / Dam’s Sire: Deep Impact
Balanced power and stamina; more consistent than explosive.
5. Serome
C+
Sire: Danon Smash / Dam’s Sire: Deep Impact
Sire was a sprint champion; 1600m may be the limit of his stamina.
6. Itazuravega
A
Sire: Mischievous Alex / Dam’s Sire: Friozo
Dam’s sire Friozo was a dirt specialist in regional racing; strong regional dirt pedigree.
7. Brion
B+
Sire: Sand Thunder / Dam’s Sire: Assatis
Sire won Dubai World Cup twice; powerful type suitable for turf and dirt, has underlying strength.
8. Sacristina
S
Sire: Talismanic / Dam’s Sire: Orfevre
Combines European stamina with Japanese fighting spirit; ideal for tough tracks.
Detailed Horse Analysis
[Absolute Queen]◎
Gate 8: Sacristina
Jockey: Soya Yamamoto (4-1-1-0)
Her career record shows remarkable consistency. Her overwhelming victory in the “Wakagoma Sho” on the same Mizusawa 1600m track is particularly noteworthy, proving her course suitability. Her previous loss is attributed to insufficient distance, and her performance is expected to improve significantly on her optimal track.
[Revenge Dark Horse]○
Gate 2: Kiraraka
Jockey: Shinobu Murakami (1-1-0-2)
Despite finishing 9th in her last race, her recorded time of 1:40.9 is among the fastest in this field. Experience in a high-level race is a significant advantage. With skilled jockey Shinobu Murakami aboard, she is the primary threat to Sacristina.
[Consistent Performer]▲
Gate 4: Love Courage
Jockey: Hidetoshi Abe (1-1-1-1)
A consistently strong contender, always in the mix. Her time in the previous Morioka 1600m race was comparable to Sacristina’s Wakagoma Sho performance. She also has a win on the Mizusawa course, indicating sufficient suitability. Her sustained speed is an asset, making her a reliable choice for the betting core.
[Early Speed]△
Gate 6: Itazuravega
Jockey: Ryo Takamatsu (0-1-1-2)
Her second-place finish behind Sacristina in the Wakagoma Sho is highly commendable. Her pedigree suggests strong regional dirt suitability. While she struggled in recent shorter races, the extension to 1600m is a positive. Be wary of her ability to lead and hold on.
Final Prediction
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2 Kiraraka
Top Contender
◎
8 Sacristina
Unshakeable Favorite
▲
4 Love Courage
Consistent Performer
△ 6
Itazuravega
× 5
Serome
Recommended Bets
Main Bets: Trifecta
A bet on the first three horses in the exact order.
1st: 8
2nd: 2, 4
3rd: 2, 4, 5, 6
Total: 6 combinations
Secondary: Quinella Box
A bet on two horses to finish 1st and 2nd in any order.
Anchor: 8
Opponents: 2, 4, 5, 6
Total: 6 combinations
This analysis is for informational purposes only. Please bet responsibly.
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