Do Deuce scored his third G1 title in the G1 Arima Kinen at Nakayama Racecourse. This is Yutaka Take's fourth Arima Kinen title and tied Kenichi Ikezoe with the most number of Grand Prix titles.

Yutaka Take expressed his joy after the race "I am back with the Grand Prix title! He was in the best condition so I just had to make sure he was relaxed and travel how he wanted."

Take won the G1 title right after coming back from injury "I am grateful for the fans who support me every day. I just love racing. Merry Christmas!"