Saga Race 6 - Race 6 - 1750
RIKEA RUMBA (10) sets the standard with three emphatic wins, the latest by 5L at Saga over 1400m, and his on-pace dominance suggests the step to 1750m holds no fears. MAGISSA KIRKE (4) looks the main danger, unbeaten in two at this track and stretching out after a tidy 2L 1400m success. BREEZIN' WAY (9) appeals for minors, twice runner-up at 1400m at Saga and holding consistent track figures. STAR OF VASE (1) can be competitive from the inside draw after a 2nd over 1400m here, but the verdict leans to RIKEA RUMBA (10) continuing his streak.

Jockey: Junki Mochizuki
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Placed in 2 of last 3 and arrives off a solid 2nd of 7 at Saga over 1400m on 25 Oct, beaten 2.5L on heavy at $1.24. Draws inside again and has a strong record from barriers 1-3 (4:1-3-0). With Junki Mochizuki booked, Star Of Vase brings consistent credentials to 1750m and looks well set to give a sight.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/7 | 25/10/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | HEAVY | Manato Hida | 55kg | 01:32.70 | - | 3 |
| 2.5L | $1.24 | |
| 9/14 | 01/10/2026 | - | $0.00 | Monbetsu | 1200m | SOFT | Shouma Kanayama | 56kg | 01:13.30 | - | 7 |
| 4.17L | $201.00 | |
| 2/7 | 16/09/2026 | - | $0.00 | Monbetsu | 1000m | FIRM | Shouma Kanayama | 56kg | 01:01.10 | - | 3 |
| 1L | $15.00 | |
| 14/14 | 22/08/2026 | - | $0.00 | Sapporo | 1500m | GOOD | Yamato Ishikawa | 55kg | 01:29.30 | 13-14-14-14 | 5 |
| 7.53L | $251.00 | |
| 5/9 | 21/07/2026 | - | $0.00 | Monbetsu | 1200m | FIRM | Yamato Ishikawa | 55kg | 01:14.70 | - | 9 |
| 4.3L | $7.00 | |
| 1/8 | 30/06/2026 | - | $0.00 | Monbetsu | 1200m | FIRM | Yamato Ishikawa | 55kg | 01:15.20 | - | 3 |
| 5L | $1.85 | |
| 4/12 | 03/06/2026 | - | $0.00 | Monbetsu | 1200m | FIRM | Yamato Ishikawa | 55kg | 01:14.50 | - | 5 |
| 6.31L | $7.50 | |
| 2/8 | 21/05/2026 | - | $0.00 | Monbetsu | 1100m | FIRM | Yamato Ishikawa | 55kg | 01:08.20 | - | 2 |
| 4L | $2.50 | |
| 2/6 | 05/05/2026 | - | $0.00 | Monbetsu | 1100m | GOOD | Yamato Ishikawa | 55kg | 01:08.50 | - | 8 |
| 4L | $15.00 |

Jockey: Taku Kawashima
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Placed in 2 of his last 3 and brings a tidy this season record (3:1-0-1). Last start at Saga over 1400m on 25 Oct he boxed on for 3rd of 7, beaten 4.5L at $7.00 on heavy ground. The step to 1750m looks a fresh test, but he’s tracking consistently for Taku Kawashima and Mashima Masanori.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 25/10/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | HEAVY | Shinsuke Ishikawa | 55kg | 01:32.70 | - | 2 |
| 4.5L | $7.00 | |
| 6/12 | 30/09/2026 | - | $0.00 | Monbetsu | 1800m | GOOD | Ryouga Fujita | 56kg | 01:56.40 | - | 10 |
| 6.1L | $201.00 | |
| 1/12 | 13/08/2026 | - | $0.00 | Monbetsu | 1700m | FIRM | Fuuma Ono | 55kg | 01:53.60 | - | 10 |
| 0.75L | $3.70 | |
| 4/10 | 30/07/2026 | - | $0.00 | Monbetsu | 1700m | GOOD | Shougetsu Kondou | 54kg | 01:52.30 | - | 4 |
| 6.1L | $7.50 | |
| 4/8 | 18/06/2026 | - | $0.00 | Monbetsu | 1700m | FIRM | Eita Inoue | 55kg | 01:54.20 | - | 3 |
| 4.6L | $7.50 | |
| 6/12 | 03/06/2026 | - | $0.00 | Monbetsu | 1200m | FIRM | Ryouga Fujita | 53kg | 01:14.50 | - | 4 |
| 9.06L | $51.00 | |
| 4/9 | 20/05/2026 | - | $0.00 | Monbetsu | 1200m | FIRM | Ryouga Fujita | 53kg | 01:15.10 | - | 6 |
| 7.5L | $41.00 | |
| 4/6 | 05/05/2026 | - | $0.00 | Monbetsu | 1100m | GOOD | Fuuma Ono | 55kg | 01:08.50 | - | 1 |
| 7.25L | $8.50 |

Jockey: Isao Yamaguchi
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Placed in 2 of last 3 and brings genuine local credentials, with a (4:1-0-2) record at Saga. Last start he was 3rd of 12 over 1400m here on 12 Oct, beaten 5.1L at $51.00 on firm. Stays with Isao Yamaguchi for Shinichi Higashi, a pairing that mirrors his track return (4:1-0-2), and the step to 1750m could prove a positive platform.
Last Starts 26 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/12 | 12/10/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | FIRM | Isao Yamaguchi | 55kg | 01:30.30 | - | 2 |
| 5.1L | $51.00 | |
| 4/7 | 20/09/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | FIRM | Isao Yamaguchi | 55kg | 01:31.80 | - | 6 |
| 16L | $3.50 | |
| 3/12 | 06/09/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | SOFT | Isao Yamaguchi | 55kg | 01:32.30 | - | 7 |
| 2L | $6.00 | |
| 1/6 | 15/08/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 900m | FIRM | Isao Yamaguchi | 55kg | 00:55.60 | - | 1 |
| 20L | $1.03 |

Jockey: Fuuma Ono
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Third up and draws better, moving from barrier 7 to 4. Last start at Saga over 1400m she won by 2L at $1.07 in 92.7s on firm ground. With Fuuma Ono up again and a softer gate, Magissa Kirke brings the right profile for 1750m at Saga.
Last Starts 28 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/7 | 10/10/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | FIRM | Manato Hida | 54kg | 01:32.70 | - | 7 |
| 2L | $1.07 | |
| 1/9 | 26/09/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 900m | HEAVY | Manato Hida | 54kg | 00:55.40 | - | 5 |
| 8L | $1.24 |

Jockey: Jun Tanaka
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Steps to 1750m after a 1400m Saga run on 24 Oct when 7th of 8, beaten 12.6L on soft at $23.00. The switch in trip is the key change and Jun Tanaka sticks. Needs to lift on that effort but the set-up gives him a different look.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/8 | 24/10/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | SOFT | Jun Tanaka | 55kg | 01:33.00 | - | 2 |
| 12.6L | $23.00 | |
| 1/8 | 11/10/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | FIRM | Jun Tanaka | 55kg | 01:33.80 | - | 8 |
| 0.75L | $21.00 | |
| 6/8 | 21/09/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1300m | FIRM | Jun Tanaka | 55kg | 01:26.70 | - | 6 |
| 12.3L | $16.00 | |
| 7/10 | 06/09/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1300m | SOFT | Jun Tanaka | 55kg | 01:26.80 | - | 9 |
| 7.7L | $41.00 | |
| 3/11 | 16/08/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1300m | FIRM | Jun Tanaka | 55kg | 01:26.60 | - | 3 |
| 2.51L | $201.00 | |
| 5/10 | 20/07/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1300m | FIRM | Jun Tanaka | 55kg | 01:25.90 | - | 3 |
| 13.8L | $9.50 | |
| 2/6 | 27/06/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1300m | HEAVY | Jun Tanaka | 55kg | 01:26.40 | - | 6 |
| 20L | $15.00 | |
| 7/9 | 07/06/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1300m | GOOD | Jun Tanaka | 55kg | 01:26.30 | - | 9 |
| 16.8L | $41.00 | |
| 5/7 | 24/05/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 900m | FIRM | Jun Tanaka | 55kg | 00:56.90 | - | 4 |
| 3.5L | $8.00 |

Jockey: Tooru Takeyoshi
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Placed in 2 of last 3 points to some consistency for Esken Sniper. Latest was 5th of 7 at Saga over 1400m on 25 Oct, beaten 11.6L on heavy at $67.00. Stretches to 1750m and stays with Tooru Takeyoshi. Capable of better back on this circuit with a cleaner run.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/7 | 25/10/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | HEAVY | Tooru Takeyoshi | 55kg | 01:32.70 | - | 4 |
| 11.6L | $67.00 | |
| 3/11 | 12/10/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | FIRM | Tooru Takeyoshi | 55kg | 01:32.40 | - | 9 |
| 2.8L | $51.00 | |
| 1/8 | 21/09/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1300m | FIRM | Tooru Takeyoshi | 55kg | 01:26.70 | - | 1 |
| 0.3L | $12.00 | |
| 6/10 | 06/09/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1300m | SOFT | Tooru Takeyoshi | 55kg | 01:26.80 | - | 2 |
| 7.4L | $41.00 | |
| 10/12 | 16/08/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1300m | FIRM | Takuto Demizu | 55kg | 01:24.80 | - | 8 |
| 12.81L | $301.00 | |
| 5/7 | 20/07/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1300m | FIRM | Yoshiki Yamada | 55kg | 01:26.20 | - | 4 |
| 7.25L | $61.00 | |
| 6/9 | 27/06/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1300m | HEAVY | Ren Hasegawa | 55kg | 01:26.10 | - | 5 |
| 9.51L | $31.00 | |
| 5/9 | 07/06/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1300m | GOOD | Manato Hida | 55kg | 01:26.30 | - | 4 |
| 7.8L | $11.00 | |
| 2/7 | 24/05/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 900m | FIRM | Manato Hida | 55kg | 00:56.90 | - | 1 |
| 0.5L | $3.80 |

Jockey: Masaaki Kuwamura
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Second up and already proven at Saga with a (3:1-0-1) record. Last start here over 1400m she finished 5th of 12, beaten 7.11L at $81.00 on firm. Placed in 2 of last 3, and the step to 1750m gives her another look at a track she handles.
Last Starts 26 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/12 | 12/10/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | FIRM | Masaaki Kuwamura | 54kg | 01:30.30 | - | 1 |
| 7.11L | $81.00 | |
| 1/9 | 27/06/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1300m | HEAVY | Manato Hida | 54kg | 01:26.10 | - | 8 |
| 3L | $1.57 | |
| 3/8 | 24/05/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 900m | FIRM | Manato Hida | 54kg | 00:55.20 | - | 6 |
| 2.5L | $1.95 |

Jockey: Hiroki Yamashita
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Back from a 1400m Saga run on 24 Oct when 8th of 8, beaten 14.1L at $91.00 on soft ground. Steps to 1750m and keeps Hiroki Yamashita, with the stable Katsuya Sameshima. Needs to lift but the extra trip could help. Measured hope for improvement.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/8 | 24/10/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | SOFT | Hiroki Yamashita | 54kg | 01:33.00 | - | 3 |
| 14.1L | $91.00 | |
| 10/12 | 12/10/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | FIRM | Hiroki Yamashita | 54kg | 01:30.30 | - | 11 |
| 18.91L | $201.00 | |
| 6/7 | 20/09/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | FIRM | Hiroki Yamashita | 54kg | 01:31.80 | - | 5 |
| 37.5L | $151.00 | |
| 10/12 | 06/09/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | SOFT | Hiroki Yamashita | 54kg | 01:32.30 | - | 8 |
| 19.3L | $201.00 | |
| 7/12 | 16/08/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1300m | FIRM | Hiroki Yamashita | 54kg | 01:24.80 | - | 1 |
| 10.31L | $201.00 | |
| 1/7 | 24/05/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 900m | FIRM | Yuuto Hayashi | 53kg | 00:56.90 | - | 6 |
| 0.5L | $20.00 |

Jockey: Shinsuke Ishikawa
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Third up and holding form, having placed in 3 of last 3. Last start at Saga over 1400m on 12 Oct she was 2nd of 12, beaten 5L at $41.00. Strong course profile (3:1-2-0), matching her partnership record with Shinsuke Ishikawa and Motonori Mashima (3:1-2-0). Solid claims to be around the finish again at Saga over 1750m.
Last Starts 26 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12 | 12/10/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | FIRM | Shinsuke Ishikawa | 54kg | 01:30.30 | - | 10 |
| 5L | $41.00 | |
| 2/7 | 20/09/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | FIRM | Shinsuke Ishikawa | 54kg | 01:31.80 | - | 4 |
| 6L | $21.00 | |
| 1/8 | 24/05/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 900m | FIRM | Shinsuke Ishikawa | 54kg | 00:55.20 | - | 1 |
| 1.5L | $3.50 |

Jockey: Yamato Ishikawa
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Fourth up and flying, having won 3 of last 3. Last start at Saga over 1400m on 12 Oct he put them away by 5L at $1.06, running slick time. Stays at Saga and rises to 1750m, with Yamato Ishikawa sticking. Keeps a strong winning profile and looks well set to run another bold race.
Last Starts 26 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12 | 12/10/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | FIRM | Yamato Ishikawa | 55kg | 01:30.30 | - | 5 |
| 5L | $1.06 | |
| 1/7 | 20/09/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | FIRM | Manato Hida | 55kg | 01:31.80 | - | 1 |
| 6L | $1.36 | |
| 1/5 | 26/07/2026 | - | $0.00 | Kochi | 1300m | FIRM | Shuuji Akaoka | 56kg | 01:27.00 | - | 2 |
| 20L | $1.22 |

Jockey: Manato Hida
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Placed in 4 of last 5 and already proven at Saga with a (4:2-1-0) record. Last start here over 1400m on 12 Oct, finished 4th of 12 beaten 5.11L at $5.50, and now stretches to 1750m. The Manato Hida/Tadayoshi Ikeda combo is effective (5:2-2-0). Takayoshi brings consistent form and strong track affinity into this.
Last Starts 26 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/12 | 12/10/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | FIRM | Manato Hida | 55kg | 01:30.30 | - | 12 |
| 5.11L | $5.50 | |
| 2/12 | 06/09/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1400m | SOFT | Manato Hida | 55kg | 01:32.30 | - | 9 |
| 0.5L | $1.06 | |
| 1/12 | 16/08/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 1300m | FIRM | Manato Hida | 55kg | 01:24.80 | - | 12 |
| 6L | $1.26 | |
| 2/18 | 18/07/2026 | - | $0.00 | Kokura | 1200m | GOOD | Manato Hida | 55kg | 01:10.40 | 7-4-2 | 8 |
| 0.1L | $23.00 | |
| 1/6 | 23/05/2026 | - | $0.00 | Saga | 900m | FIRM | Manato Hida | 55kg | 00:56.10 | - | 3 |
| 5L | $1.80 |