G3 Shinzan Kinen preview by our original AI
Thursday, 09 January, 2025 16:44
Arlington Row (Photo: Yuki Shimono)
This weekend's racing will feature two graded stakes. This article will guide you through three notable runners chosen by our original AI in the G3 Shinzan Kinen at Chukyo Racecourse which will be run on Monday.
In Arlington Row's last race, the G3 Kokura Nisai Stakes, Arlington Row finished third. Until that race, the colt had only competed at 1400m distances, making the Kokura Nisai Stakes his first attempt at 1200m. Despite this, the now-three-year-old demonstrated his speed by staying with the front group from the start. However, he struggled to quicken, losing ground to the eventual winner after entering the stretch. Nonetheless, he managed to close the gap toward the finish line, making the performance respectable and worthy of praise. Based on the slow acceleration shown in his last race, he seems better suited for longer distances, and the step up to 1600m could be a positive change.
This race marks Arlington Row's first outing since the Kokura Nisai Stakes. Recent training sessions on the woodchip track suggest the horse is in good condition despite the layoff and capable of performing to his potential. The last race proved he can compete in graded stakes, and with prior experience at Chukyo Racecourse, there are no apparent concerns about the venue. If he runs to its ability, Arlington Row should be a strong contender for a top finish.
In Arte Veloce's most recent outing, the G1 Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, the son of Maurice entered as the favourite but managed only fifth place. The colt broke evenly from the gate and settled in mid-pack, focusing on maintaining composure. However, the slow pace resulted in a tightly bunched field, and Arte Veloce found himself shuffled back when horses from the outside boxed him in. By the time he entered the stretch, he was positioned near the rear of the field, and although he showed a good turn of foot, he could only secure a spot on the leaderboard. The disjointed race tactics were the primary cause of the loss, rather than a lack of ability, making the performance an outlier.
Two starts back in the G3 Saudi Arabia Royal Cup, Arte Veloce showcased an impressive late surge to secure a convincing victory, proving his capability in graded stakes races. The colt has been in consistent work since late last year, showing no signs of fatigue from his G1 effort. With a less competitive field than in the Futurity Stakes, expectations are high for Arte Veloce to deliver a much-improved performance.
From Meiner Ticket's four career starts, he has recorded one win, two seconds, and one third-place finish. Despite only one victory, the colt has consistently performed well in graded stakes, finishing third in the G3 Saudi Arabia Royal Cup and second in the G2 Keio Hai Nisai Stakes, confirming its genuine talent. Meiner Ticket's strengths lie in his ability to race on the pace while still delivering a strong closing kick.
After earning sufficient prize money in the Keio Hai Nisai Stakes, connections opted to bypass the Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, instead targeting the Shinzan Kinen. This decision likely stemmed from the colt's busy campaign since August, prioritizing a fresh start for this race rather than pushing on to the G1. This strategy appears to have paid off, as Meiner Ticket posted an excellent time in a slope course workout a week prior. The colt seems to be in better condition than he was for his last start, raising expectations for an even stronger performance in this race.
In Arlington Row's last race, the G3 Kokura Nisai Stakes, Arlington Row finished third. Until that race, the colt had only competed at 1400m distances, making the Kokura Nisai Stakes his first attempt at 1200m. Despite this, the now-three-year-old demonstrated his speed by staying with the front group from the start. However, he struggled to quicken, losing ground to the eventual winner after entering the stretch. Nonetheless, he managed to close the gap toward the finish line, making the performance respectable and worthy of praise. Based on the slow acceleration shown in his last race, he seems better suited for longer distances, and the step up to 1600m could be a positive change.
This race marks Arlington Row's first outing since the Kokura Nisai Stakes. Recent training sessions on the woodchip track suggest the horse is in good condition despite the layoff and capable of performing to his potential. The last race proved he can compete in graded stakes, and with prior experience at Chukyo Racecourse, there are no apparent concerns about the venue. If he runs to its ability, Arlington Row should be a strong contender for a top finish.
In Arte Veloce's most recent outing, the G1 Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, the son of Maurice entered as the favourite but managed only fifth place. The colt broke evenly from the gate and settled in mid-pack, focusing on maintaining composure. However, the slow pace resulted in a tightly bunched field, and Arte Veloce found himself shuffled back when horses from the outside boxed him in. By the time he entered the stretch, he was positioned near the rear of the field, and although he showed a good turn of foot, he could only secure a spot on the leaderboard. The disjointed race tactics were the primary cause of the loss, rather than a lack of ability, making the performance an outlier.
Two starts back in the G3 Saudi Arabia Royal Cup, Arte Veloce showcased an impressive late surge to secure a convincing victory, proving his capability in graded stakes races. The colt has been in consistent work since late last year, showing no signs of fatigue from his G1 effort. With a less competitive field than in the Futurity Stakes, expectations are high for Arte Veloce to deliver a much-improved performance.
From Meiner Ticket's four career starts, he has recorded one win, two seconds, and one third-place finish. Despite only one victory, the colt has consistently performed well in graded stakes, finishing third in the G3 Saudi Arabia Royal Cup and second in the G2 Keio Hai Nisai Stakes, confirming its genuine talent. Meiner Ticket's strengths lie in his ability to race on the pace while still delivering a strong closing kick.
After earning sufficient prize money in the Keio Hai Nisai Stakes, connections opted to bypass the Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes, instead targeting the Shinzan Kinen. This decision likely stemmed from the colt's busy campaign since August, prioritizing a fresh start for this race rather than pushing on to the G1. This strategy appears to have paid off, as Meiner Ticket posted an excellent time in a slope course workout a week prior. The colt seems to be in better condition than he was for his last start, raising expectations for an even stronger performance in this race.