Top Prospects Debut
A Guide to the Dec 27 Maiden Races
A deep dive into the maiden races at Hanshin and Nakayama on December 27, 2025. Future stars are set to debut, including Danon Midnight, son of Triple Crown winner Contrail, and the well-bred Adelbricks. We’ll break down the key betting points based on pedigree and training for each notable horse.
Race Day Intel
High-Stakes Debut
Four highly anticipated maiden races are scheduled across Hanshin and Nakayama racecourses.
Danon Midnight (Hanshin R5)
Progeny of Triple Crown champ Contrail, paired with top jockey C. Demuro. A major contender.
Adelbricks (Nakayama R5)
From the legendary maternal line of Biwa Heidi, showing exceptional promise in workouts.
Dirt Track Talents
Keep an eye on American Call’s US pedigree and the speedy Gelato Kitty on the dirt courses.
Table of Contents
As the 2025 central horse racing season nears its climax, Saturday, December 27th, presents four maiden races at Hanshin and Nakayama. These races are packed with high-potential contenders, from future classic hopefuls to budding dirt track stars. Here, we analyze the most promising horses based on their elite bloodlines and impressive training performances.
Hanshin Racecourse (Sat, Dec 27)
Hanshin R5: 2-Year-Old Maiden (Turf 2000m)
Post Time: 12:05 PM
This middle-distance turf race features a star-studded lineup of well-bred horses, highlighted by a showdown between the progeny of Contrail and Epiphaneia.
10Danon Midnight
- Pedigree: Sire: Contrail / Dam: Moana (by Kinshasa no Kiseki)
- Analysis: Sired by the legendary Triple Crown winner Contrail. His dam, Moana, was a successful racer with 4 wins. The powerful combination of the Nakaike stable and jockey C. Demuro, coupled with impressive workouts where he outpaced older horses, signals immense potential. While the stable notes some physical immaturity, his raw talent makes him a top contender from day one.
3Rose Raffine
- Pedigree: Sire: Epiphaneia / Dam: Nina Dress (by Heart’s Cry)
- Analysis: Dam Nina Dress won her own debut race. Under the management of the Tomomichi stable with the legendary Yutaka Take aboard, she has shown swift and fluid movement in training, indicating she is in excellent condition.
13Red Regulus
- Pedigree: Sire: Contrail / Dam: Red Cherir (by Zenno Rob Roy)
- Analysis: His brother, Red Armada, is a proven 3-win class horse. This colt has shown consistent improvement in each workout and is one to watch.
Hanshin R6: 2-Year-Old Maiden (Dirt 1800m)
Post Time: 12:35 PM
A test of power and stamina on the dirt, featuring horses with strong American bloodlines.
5American Call
- Pedigree: Sire: American Pharoah / Dam: Evening Call (by Tapit)
- Analysis: Boasts an elite American dirt pedigree, sired by US Triple Crown winner American Pharoah out of a Tapit mare. Trained by Koshiro Take with C. Demuro riding, he has been heavily worked and is prepared to perform well in his first race.
11Grand Shan
- Pedigree: Sire: Kizuna / Dam: Satono Jade (by Cape Cross)
- Analysis: With Christophe Lemaire set to ride, trainer Mikio Matsunaga commented, “His one-pace style seems suited for a longer dirt race,” making this an ideal debut condition.
Nakayama Racecourse (Sat, Dec 27)
Nakayama R5: 2-Year-Old Maiden (Turf 1600m)
Post Time: 12:20 PM
A diverse field of fillies and international horses gather for this test of miler speed at Nakayama.
15Adelbricks
- Pedigree: Sire: Bricks and Mortar / Dam: Adelheid (by Agnes Tachyon)
- Analysis: Her dam is a daughter of the legendary mare Biwa Heidi, and her sister, Edel Blume, was a G3 runner-up. She posted an excellent time in her final workout, showing top form. Considered a good fit for firm turf, her performance at Nakayama is highly anticipated.
14Bicheno
- Pedigree: Sire: Kizuna / Dam: Mystic Journey (by Needs Further)
- Analysis: Her dam was a G1 Australian Guineas winner. Initial sluggishness in training has reportedly been resolved, and she is now moving with agility.
Nakayama R6: 2-Year-Old Maiden (Dirt 1200m)
Post Time: 12:50 PM
This short-distance dirt sprint will favor the fastest starters and early finishers.
11Gelato Kitty
- Pedigree: Sire: Discreet Cat / Dam: Toho Dolce (by South Vigorous)
- Analysis: Her dam was a successful dirt specialist with 6 wins. With a pedigree built for dirt sprints on both sides, she has responded well in training. If she gets a clean break from the gate, she is a strong candidate to win.
2Ice Melting
- Pedigree: Sire: Thunder Snow / Dam: L’Artiste (by Meiner Love)
- Analysis: A speed-oriented bloodline, her sister Culture Day won the G3 Fantasy Stakes. Her track work has been excellent, making her a serious threat with jockey Keita Tosaki.
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