Lone filly contender Regaleira challenges colts in the G1 Satsuki Sho (Japanese 2000 Guineas)
Thursday, 11 April, 2024 01:57
Regaleira (Photo: Yuki Shimono)
Classic season is here and the G1 Satsuki Sho is right around the corner. This article will guide you through some of the notable runners for the Satsuki Sho.
Regaleira aims for an historic win in the G1 Satsuki Sho (Japanese 2000 Guineas) at Nakayama Racecourse. Regaleira's previous race saw her unsettled in the gate, resulting in a slow start. Despite this setback, she maintained her composure and settled towards the rear. As the race heated up, she navigated through the field along the outer rail on the final turn, displaying a powerful surge of acceleration to clinch a strong victory. Her ability to win under similar conditions to the Satsuki Sho, along with her unwavering determination reminiscent of colts, is her strength. With a high-performance engine on board, she aims to achieve victory in the Satsuki Sho, a feat not accomplished by a filly in 76 years. The jockey for this race is yet to be determined.
Jantar Mantar secured victory in the G1 Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes with a three-race winning streak. He demonstrates excellent gate speed and exceptional racing sense. Skillfully securing a good position, he unleashes a remarkable closing kick that leaves spectators in awe. While narrowly missing out on a win in his previous race, ending his winning streak at four, it was not a cause for concern as the track conditions favoured frontrunners excessively, hindering his ability to catch up with the leaders. Expect him to be a strong contender once again in this race. He will be ridden by jockey Yuga Kawada.
Justin Milano remains unbeaten with two consecutive victories in his debut race and the Kyodo News Hai. His front-running style allows him to dictate the pace of the race, and he handled his first outing at Nakayama Racecourse with ease, defeating Jantar Mantar. With these performances, he is considered a top contender. He aims for a crown with an unbeaten record of three consecutive wins. He will be ridden by jockey Keita Tosaki.
Other contenders include Urban Chic, known for its raw but powerful late kick, Cosmo Kuranda, winner of the Yayoi Sho with versatile racing tactics, and Shin Emperor, who narrowly lost to Regaleira in the Hopeful Stakes, all vying for the top positions. The race is set to start at 3:40 PM.
Regaleira aims for an historic win in the G1 Satsuki Sho (Japanese 2000 Guineas) at Nakayama Racecourse. Regaleira's previous race saw her unsettled in the gate, resulting in a slow start. Despite this setback, she maintained her composure and settled towards the rear. As the race heated up, she navigated through the field along the outer rail on the final turn, displaying a powerful surge of acceleration to clinch a strong victory. Her ability to win under similar conditions to the Satsuki Sho, along with her unwavering determination reminiscent of colts, is her strength. With a high-performance engine on board, she aims to achieve victory in the Satsuki Sho, a feat not accomplished by a filly in 76 years. The jockey for this race is yet to be determined.
Jantar Mantar secured victory in the G1 Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes with a three-race winning streak. He demonstrates excellent gate speed and exceptional racing sense. Skillfully securing a good position, he unleashes a remarkable closing kick that leaves spectators in awe. While narrowly missing out on a win in his previous race, ending his winning streak at four, it was not a cause for concern as the track conditions favoured frontrunners excessively, hindering his ability to catch up with the leaders. Expect him to be a strong contender once again in this race. He will be ridden by jockey Yuga Kawada.
Justin Milano remains unbeaten with two consecutive victories in his debut race and the Kyodo News Hai. His front-running style allows him to dictate the pace of the race, and he handled his first outing at Nakayama Racecourse with ease, defeating Jantar Mantar. With these performances, he is considered a top contender. He aims for a crown with an unbeaten record of three consecutive wins. He will be ridden by jockey Keita Tosaki.
Other contenders include Urban Chic, known for its raw but powerful late kick, Cosmo Kuranda, winner of the Yayoi Sho with versatile racing tactics, and Shin Emperor, who narrowly lost to Regaleira in the Hopeful Stakes, all vying for the top positions. The race is set to start at 3:40 PM.