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Too Early

(TUE) October 15th, 2024

8:16 p.m. Looking at Kikka-sho's entry form.

It seems Meisho Tabaru is the only horse that might want to take the lead, so the pace won't get that tight considering it's a long-distance race. If the pace doesn't get so tight, there's a chance for Danon Decile to perform well again, despite our tiny hopes that the D'erby win must have been sheer luck.

When considering the distance, it's unlikely that Meisho Tabaru would run away at breakneck speed as he did in Satsuki-sho. That would benefit horses performing well in their previous races. Moreover, rain is expected during the week and if dampness remains until the race, that would also benefit Danon Decile.

Yet I guess it's too early to make any decisions at this stage when the entry hasn't been even closed. Think I'll go watch the socer match instead.

The End

Caterpillar

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