November 23, 2025 Kyoto Racecourse, Japan
Key Takeaways
- ✔The Kyoto 1200m course’s “Yodo Slope” makes it a technical race, not just a speed test.
- ✔The C Course favors front-runners from inner gates due to good turf conditions.
- ✔Favorite McAlein is talented but has a risky tendency to start slow.
- ✔Mon Chaman is in peak condition, setting a personal best in training.
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Course Layout & “Yodo Slope”
The race starts with the “Yodo Slope,” which moderates the initial pace, allowing horses to conserve energy. A sharp downhill follows, leading into a flat 328m straight. This unique layout favors horses that can manage their energy on the slope and unleash a strong finish, contributing to the track’s reputation where front-runners are hard to catch.
Track Bias (C Course)
The C Course provides improved turf on the inner rail, giving a significant advantage to front-running horses on the inside. Horses running wide lose more ground. While some data suggests a bias for outside closers, the C Course is expected to amplify the front-runner advantage.
Pace Prediction
The uphill start typically leads to even splits or a slow-to-fast pace. If South Bank leads unchallenged at a relaxed pace, she could hold on. A contested pace would benefit mid-pack horses with a strong late burst, like Mon Chaman and Black Kelly.
Key Horse Data
| Horse Name | Sex/Age | Jockey | Odds | Eval | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McAlein | C/3 | Lemaire | 2.9 | A | Expected to contend |
| South Bank | F/3 | K. Kawada | 3.9 | A | Good chance here |
| Black Kelly | F/3 | T. Yokoyama | 9.2 | A | Untapped potential |
| Mon Chaman | C/4 | D. Danno | 13.3 | Special A | Improvement noted |
| Uncle Cross | C/4 | L. Lane | 11.8 | A | Ready to race |
| Band Shell | C/4 | S. Sameshima | 15.2 | B+ | Finishes strongly |
| Miltenburg | C/4 | C. Demuro | 9.7 | – | Depends on tactics |
Final predictions and betting tickets, considering paddock condition and track conditions on race day, are available via the provided link.
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