Exceptional time of 1:35.8 over 1500m and a pedigree favoring extended distances.
Possesses the second-best recorded time, leading other horses in absolute ability.
Unbeaten from Kasamatsu with unknown high potential to challenge the main pick.
A high-paced race favoring Astrabianco to overtake tiring front-runners late.
The 64th Gold Wing Award (SP1) is a crucial stepping stone for 2-year-old horses in the Tokai region, leading to classic races and potentially national-level dirt grade races. This year’s field is stacked, featuring the overwhelmingly fast Astrabianco, graded stakes winner Hachihachi Rose, and the undefeated Yosari. The demanding 1700m distance will truly test and select the most capable young horses.
Victory on this four-corner course requires more than just speed. Key aptitudes include:
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Filly, 2yo – Jockey: Masaru Maruno
Pedigree: Speed-oriented sire, needs to prove stamina for this distance.
Performance: Time of 1:38.5 is not competitive with the top contenders.
Prediction: Inner draw helps, but a top-five finish is the likely ceiling.
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Filly, 2yo – Jockey: Isamu Tsutsui
Pedigree: Stamina and growth potential; distance extension is a plus.
Performance: Excellent time of 1:37.4 in a tough, high-paced win.
Prediction: A genuine contender. Can compete with the best if it dictates the pace.
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Filly, 2yo – Jockey: Ryu Abe
Pedigree: Power-type suited for tough races, but lacks sharp acceleration.
Performance: Recorded times indicate a deficit in absolute speed.
Prediction: Current ability likely insufficient for this level of competition.
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Filly, 2yo – Jockey: Sho Tomomori
Pedigree: Balanced pedigree with a good mix of speed and stamina.
Performance: Won in 1:37.7, comparable to Hachihachi Rose.
Prediction: Aggressive style. A strong finish is possible if it can run at its own rhythm.
5
Colt, 2yo – Jockey: Satoshi Kato
Pedigree: Complementary pairing suited for tough races.
Performance: Very consistent placer with a win in 1:37.7.
Prediction: Three-month layoff is a major concern. Race fitness is key.
6
Colt, 2yo – Jockey: Jun Mochizuki
Pedigree: Speed-oriented pedigree; distance extension is a negative.
Performance: Graded win was slow (1:39.3) and benefited from a slow pace.
Prediction: Potentially overhyped. Distance and pace are major concerns.
7
Filly, 2yo – Jockey: Rei Ogasawara
Pedigree: Above-average power and speed.
Performance: Consistent performer but struggles to win, falls short in the stretch.
Prediction: Interesting for exotic bets (trifecta), but a win is unlikely.
8
Filly, 2yo – Jockey: Hiroshi Murakami
Pedigree: Large pedigree scale, but suitability for local tracks is unknown.
Performance: Finished 9th in previous race after transfer. Lacks supporting data.
Prediction: Based on data, a tough race is expected.
9
Colt, 2yo – Jockey: Seiji Tsukamoto
Pedigree: High physical ability suggested by Sunday Silence inbreeding.
Performance: Undefeated in four races, dominating at Kasamatsu.
Prediction: Biggest unknown. Strongest contender to challenge the main pick.
10
Colt, 2yo – Jockey: Takashi Imai
Pedigree: Speed-oriented for shorter distances.
Performance: Finished 2.5 seconds behind Astrabianco, showing a clear ability gap.
Prediction: A top-five candidate, with a third-place finish being a realistic target.
11
Colt, 2yo – Jockey: Satoshi Hosokawa
Pedigree: Excellent suitability for Nagoya 1700m with power, stamina, and speed.
Performance: Shocking time of 1:35.8, demonstrating absolute superior ability.
Prediction: Undisputed main pick. A class above the rest if previous performance holds.
12
Filly, 2yo – Jockey: Kei Obatake
Pedigree: Excellent stamina and power.
Performance: Impressive time of 1:36.9, second-best in the field.
Prediction: Highly reliable second pick. Would be the favorite without Astrabianco.
| # | Horse Name | Time | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Astrabianco | 1:35.8 | S |
| 12 | Queens Jolly | 1:36.9 | A |
| 2 | Hachihachi Rose | 1:37.4 | A |
| 9 | Yosari* | N/A | A~ |
| 5 | Santé Orange | 1:37.7 | B+ |
| 4 | Gold Letter | 1:37.7 | B |
*Yosari’s time is from 1400m and not directly comparable.
Hachihachi Rose (#2), Gold Letter (#4), Yosari (#9)
Astrabianco (#11), Queens Jolly (#12), Santé Orange (#5)
A high-paced race is likely as Hachihachi Rose and Yosari compete for the lead. This sets up an ideal scenario for stalkers like Astrabianco and Queens Jolly. Expect Astrabianco to make a decisive move on the final turn, overtaking the tiring leaders and pulling away in the straight.
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Exceptional time and perfect pedigree for 1700m. Highest probability of winning.
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Leads the rest in ability; expected to secure a top-two finish.
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Undefeated dark horse with massive, unknown potential.
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#2 Hachihachi Rose & #5 Santé Orange for exotic bets.
This analysis provides a logical foundation, but final decisions should incorporate on-the-day factors like paddock condition and odds. For our final picks, including a special mention dark horse, see our full betting slip.View Final Predictions & Bets
The data in this report is based on the provided materials.