The final leg of the Triple Tiara will not be given up easily. Oka Sho winner Stellenbosch, returning to the track for the first time since her runner-up finish in the Japanese Oaks, completed a three-horse gallop at Ritto Training Center's woodchip track on October 9th, with jockey Keita Tosaki aboard. Despite the heavy track conditions, Stellenbosch worked confidently between her gallop partners, finishing alongside Shuka Sho rival Mi Anhelo, clocking six furlongs in 81.3 seconds, with the final furlong in a sharp 11.4 seconds. Tosaki commented, "Her response was good when I asked for it, though I feel there's still room for improvement. I believe she will take another step forward after this workout."

In the Japanese Oaks, Stellenbosch lost a shoe during the race but still showed her class. Tosaki reflected on that experience, saying, "It's hard to say how much the lost shoe affected her performance, but it was a frustrating race." After a summer break at Northern Farm Tenei, Stellenbosch has returned stronger. Trainer Sakae Kunieda observed her mental growth, stating, "She's composed and in a really good place."

The layoff does not concern her connections, as Stellenbosch is known for handling such breaks well. Tosaki is confident about her adaptability to the new course, adding, "She's a very easy horse to ride, and she handles herself well, so I'm not worried at all." With her preparations coming together smoothly, Stellenbosch is gearing up for her shot at the final crown of the Triple Tiara.