RACE UPDATE
Miracle Rouge, who we've only just written about, has passed her gate test much quicker than expected, so progress there. However, while Mistoffelees was due to make his debut on the 14th, he's been declared unfit - nothing serious, but as the first race is so important in the JRA arena, it seemed silly taking an unnecessary risk. Rather than put on a bad show or promote a full-blown injury during the stress of racing, it was decided it was better to sit this one out and fight hard another day - I can agree with that sentiment entirely, as this is a horse with real potential. Meanwhile, Tenshinramman, who was a gallant second in her maiden run, has been confirmed for the second race at Tokyo on the 21st of this month - 1800m on turf, with Katsuharu Tanaka in the saddle once more. Ganbatte, Tanaka-san!