Ascot Race 2 - Princess Margaret Japan Cup Stakes (Fillies' Group 3)
DARK ISSUE (2) Ran 4th last start at this track. Expecting improvement but matched against tougher rivals. Key player. ALTA REGINA (1) Ran 6th last run at the track. Capable of a strong comeback and drawn well. Challenged by a tougher grade. Suitably placed in this race. GLORIOUS GAME (4) Got the prize when winning last run at Newmarket but testing ability against stronger contenders. Flawless this preparation with 2 wins from 2 runs. Will give a big sight. MISS KODI (7) Found another gear when winning by a margin of 7L last start at Chepstow and having second career run. Challenged by more formidable competitors. Likely to fill a place.
Jockey: J P Spencer
Weight: 58kgs
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Started at $5.50 and came in 6th last run at this venue. Capable of a strong comeback and gets the perfect draw. Facing a stronger grade. Should go very close.
Last Starts 37 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/27 | 17/06/2026 | - | Fillies' Group 2 | $172,147.00 | Ascot | 1005m | GOOD | James Mcdonald | 58kg | - | - | 24 |
| 3.6L | $5.50 |
| 1/8 | 30/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $9,837.00 | Lingfield | 1003m | GOOD | J P Spencer | 58kg | - | - | 1 |
| 4.25L | $2.25 |
Jockey: P J Dobbs
Weight: 58kgs
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Came in 4th last start at this track. Expecting improvement but up against stronger competition. Can take this out.
Last Starts 35 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/25 | 19/06/2026 | - | Fillies' Group 3 | $122,963.00 | Ascot | 1207m | GOOD | Pat Dobbs | 58kg | - | - | 7 |
| 2.5L | $23.00 |
| 1/9 | 23/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $19,674.00 | Goodwood | 1207m | GOOD | Pat Dobbs | 58kg | - | 4-4-4-4-1-1 | 2 |
| 5.5L | $12.00 |
Jockey: R L Moore
Weight: 58kgs
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Odds of $81.00 and came in 6th last run at this venue and facing a stronger group of contenders. Coming to a new trainer. R L Moore adds value. Modest hope.
Last Starts 35 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/25 | 19/06/2026 | - | Fillies' Group 3 | $122,963.00 | Ascot | 1207m | GOOD | Dylan Browne Mcmonagle | 58kg | - | - | 10 |
| 5.8L | $81.00 |
| 1/12 | 16/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $9,837.00 | Thirsk | 1005m | GOOD | Jason Hart | 57kg | - | - | 6 |
| 1.5L | $17.00 |
Jockey: Colin Keane
Weight: 58kgs
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Was all too good winning last run at Newmarket but up against a higher level of opposition. Very tidy this campaign winning 2 from as many attempts. Definite contender.
Last Starts 29 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 25/06/2026 | - | Listed | $44,267.00 | Newmarket | 1207m | GOOD TO FIRM | Oisin Murphy | 58kg | - | - | 8 |
| - | $2.75 |
| 1/10 | 08/06/2026 | - | GBB Race | $9,837.00 | Windsor | 1217m | GOOD | Oisin Murphy | 58kg | - | - | 5 |
| 1.5L | $6.00 |
Jockey: C Soumillon
Weight: 58kgs
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Placed 3rd last start at this venue but up in grade. Amongst the placegetters regularly this preparation. Likely to get back in the field. Hard to entertain.
Last Starts 37 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/25 | 17/06/2026 | - | Listed | $122,963.00 | Ascot | 1207m | GOOD | Cieren Fallon | 56kg | - | - | 25 |
| 1L | $126.00 |
| 5/6 | 29/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $12,788.00 | Wolverhampton | 1441m | GOOD | Silvestre De Sousa | 58kg | - | - | 6 |
| 5.9L | $8.50 |
| 3/10 | 20/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $10,820.00 | Yarmouth | 1044m | GOOD | George David Wood | 58kg | - | - | 9 |
| 2.75L | $19.00 |
Jockey: S De Sousa
Weight: 58kgs
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At $301.00 was nothing special when 18th last time here and racing in stronger company. Might have to make up considerable ground. Making up the numbers.
Last Starts 35 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/25 | 19/06/2026 | - | Fillies' Group 3 | $122,963.00 | Ascot | 1207m | GOOD | Ray Dawson | 58kg | - | - | 16 |
| 12.05L | $301.00 |
| 1/10 | 20/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $9,837.00 | Kempton | 1207m | GOOD | David Egan | 57kg | - | - | 5 |
| 0.75L | $7.00 |
| 7/12 | 08/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $29,511.00 | Ascot | 1005m | GOOD | David Egan | 57kg | - | - | 7 |
| 6.65L | $17.00 |
Jockey: Harry Davies
Weight: 58kgs
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Blitzed its rivals when winning by 7L last start at Chepstow and having second race start. Facing stiffer opposition. Watch the betting.
Last Starts 39 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/6 | 15/06/2026 | - | GBB Race | $9,837.00 | Chepstow | 1221m | GOOD | Rossa Ryan | 58kg | - | - | 5 |
| 7L | $7.00 |
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Weight: 58kgs
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Comments
Looked good when 2nd last start at this track and has a positive draw. Has run into the money 2 from 2 attempts this campaign but taking on stronger rivals. Can run into the placings.
Last Starts 37 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/25 | 17/06/2026 | - | Listed | $122,963.00 | Ascot | 1207m | GOOD | Patrick Mcdonald | 56kg | - | - | 14 |
| 0.5L | $67.00 |
| 1/5 | 27/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $9,837.00 | Kempton | 1207m | GOOD | Oisin Murphy | 58kg | - | - | 3 |
| 2.25L | $6.00 |
Jockey: D Egan
Weight: 58kgs
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Stormed home to win last start at Newbury and was on debut last time. Has a great burst of speed late. Up against a more competitive field. Can't leave out of your calculations.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/13 | 02/07/2026 | - | GBB Race | $11,805.00 | Newbury | 1207m | GOOD TO FIRM | David Egan | 58kg | - | 6-3-4-2-1-1 | 3 |
| 1L | $13.00 |
Jockey: W Buick
Weight: 58kgs
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Was competitive when 3rd last run at Newmarket but racing against tougher rivals. Jockey William T Buick rates highly aboard. Should be rolling forward early from the wide draw. Would be more keen on the chance of others.
Last Starts 29 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 25/06/2026 | - | Listed | $44,267.00 | Newmarket | 1207m | GOOD TO FIRM | Rossa Ryan | 58kg | - | - | 4 |
| 0.5L | $21.00 |
| 5/8 | 30/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $49,185.00 | Beverley | 1005m | GOOD | Patrick Mcdonald | 58kg | - | - | 4 |
| 4.75L | $19.00 |
| 1/8 | 17/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $10,821.00 | Ripon | 1207m | GOOD | Patrick Mcdonald | 58kg | - | 2-2-1-1-1-1 | 2 |
| 1.25L | $7.00 |
| 5/11 | 15/04/2026 | - | GBB Race | $7,869.00 | Beverley | 1005m | GOOD | Patrick Mcdonald | 58kg | - | - | 5 |
| 5.95L | $19.00 |
Jockey: Billy Lee
Weight: 58kgs
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Started at $21.00 and finished 8th last time at this track and competing at a higher class. Jockey Billy Lee and trainer Paddy Twomey are a proven combination. Do not dismiss entirely.
Last Starts 37 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/27 | 17/06/2026 | - | Fillies' Group 2 | $172,147.00 | Ascot | 1005m | GOOD | Billy Lee | 58kg | - | - | 22 |
| 3.85L | $21.00 |
| 4/6 | 17/05/2026 | - | Fillies' Group 3 | $70,002.00 | Naas | 1193m | GOOD | Billy Lee | 58kg | - | - | 4 |
| 6.6L | $2.75 |
| 1/4 | 04/05/2026 | - | Listed | $49,998.00 | Curragh | 1005m | GOOD | Billy Lee | 57.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 3.5L | $5.00 |
| 1/6 | 04/04/2026 | - | 2Y FILLIES MDN | $21,999.00 | Cork | 1005m | SOFT | Billy Lee | 58kg | - | - | 1 |
| 0.1L | $3.50 |