Istanbul Race 2 - Race 2
ÜMITBEY (2) sets the standard off consistent Istanbul form, winning over 1200m then placing at 1300m, and the step to 1400m looks within reach given his strong record at the track. OKAMI (5) is a danger after a sharp 1200m win here last start and draws inside; if he stretches to 1400m he’s a major player. ANY GIVEN SUNDAY (3) has claims despite a last-start 8th, with prior 1st and 2nd at this track and a good record from middle draws. LOK UP LADY (4) needs to lift on her recent 6th at 1400m, but earlier Istanbul win at 1200m keeps her in the mix. Lean ÜMITBEY (2) to hold them off at 1400m.
Jockey: V.abi̇ş
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
First up and draws the inside after coming from barrier 7 last time. Won on debut over 1000m at Ankara on 26 May (1st of 5). The softer draw can help set up a solid return at 1400m under V. Abiș.
Last Starts 155 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/5 | 26/05/2026 | - | $0.00 | Ankara | 1000m | GOOD | Gökhan Kocakaya | 57kg | - | - | 7 |
| - | $0.00 | |
| 2/5 | 19/05/2026 | - | $0.00 | Ankara | 1100m | GOOD | Vedat Abi̇ş | 57kg | - | - | 1 |
| - | $0.00 |
Jockey: G.kocakaya
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Third up and placed in 3 of last 3, including a 1st of 9 over 1200m at Istanbul on 4 Oct. Draws better with the barrier improving from 9 to 3 since last start. Strong course profile (3:1-0-2) adds confidence. Genuine claims in this small field with G. Kocakaya aboard.
Last Starts 24 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/9 | 04/10/2026 | - | TB | $0.00 | Istanbul | 1200m | UNKNOWN | Gökhan Kocakaya | 57kg | - | - | 9 |
| - | $0.00 |
| 3/10 | 05/09/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $0.00 | Istanbul | 1300m | UNKNOWN | Gökhan Kocakaya | 57kg | - | - | 7 |
| - | $0.00 |
| 3/10 | 24/05/2026 | - | $0.00 | Istanbul | 1000m | GOOD | Muhammed Mi̇r Bi̇lgi̇n | 57kg | - | - | 8 |
| - | $0.00 |
Jockey: E.aktuğ
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Placed in 2 of last 3 and has a (4:1-1-1) record at Istanbul, so the track holds no fears. Last start was 8th of 8 over 1300m here on 9 Oct on good ground, but stays in the same grade. With E. Aktuğ booked and a small field, the profile suggests he can be competitive at 1400m.
Last Starts 19 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/8 | 09/10/2026 | - | TB | $0.00 | Istanbul | 1300m | GOOD | H Karataş | 54kg | - | - | 2 |
| - | $0.00 |
| 1/7 | 20/09/2026 | - | TB | $0.00 | Istanbul | 1200m | GOOD | Ayhan Kurşun | 55kg | - | - | 6 |
| - | $0.00 |
| 2/11 | 02/09/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $0.00 | Istanbul | 1300m | GOOD | Ayhan Kurşun | 55kg | - | - | 6 |
| - | $0.00 |
| 3/9 | 21/08/2026 | - | TB | $0.00 | Istanbul | 1300m | GOOD | Vedat Abi̇ş | 57kg | - | - | 2 |
| - | $0.00 |
Jockey: M.uyar
Weight: 52kgs
Stats
Comments
Placed in 2 of last 3 and returns to 1400m at Istanbul after finishing 6th of 8 here on 14 Oct on good ground. With M. Uyar booked for Al. Çizik, the set-up is familiar. Balanced profile suggests she can hold her form in this small field.
Last Starts 14 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 14/10/2026 | - | 2Y COND | $0.00 | Istanbul | 1400m | GOOD | Hişman Çi̇zi̇k | 55kg | - | - | 2 |
| - | $0.00 |
| 1/10 | 07/10/2026 | - | 2Y FILLIES MDN | $0.00 | Istanbul | 1200m | GOOD | Muhammed Mi̇r Bi̇lgi̇n | 57kg | - | - | 9 |
| - | $0.00 |
| 3/12 | 26/09/2026 | - | TB | $0.00 | Ankara | 1200m | GOOD | E Çi̇zi̇k | 57kg | - | - | 4 |
| - | $0.00 |
| 9/13 | 14/09/2026 | - | TB | $0.00 | Sanliurfa | 1200m | GOOD | İsa Akyavuz | 55kg | - | - | 7 |
| - | $0.00 |
| 4/11 | 30/08/2026 | - | TB | $0.00 | Adana | 1200m | GOOD | İsa Katar | 55kg | - | - | 4 |
| - | $0.00 |
Jockey: A.kurşun
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Third up and comes off a 1st of 8 at Istanbul over 1200m on 4 Oct. Steps to 1400m and stays in the same grade. With A. Kurşun up for H. Boyraz, the set-up looks straightforward. Respect on the recent win and steady progression.
Last Starts 24 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 | 04/10/2026 | - | TB | $0.00 | Istanbul | 1200m | UNKNOWN | Ayhan Kurşun | 57kg | - | - | 4 |
| - | $0.00 |
| 5/10 | 18/09/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $0.00 | Istanbul | 1200m | SOFT | Ali̇ Yildiz | 57kg | - | - | 8 |
| - | $0.00 |