Sapporo Kinen preparations focus on Admire Terra and key racing trends

Preparations are underway for the 62nd Sapporo Kinen (G2) at Sapporo Racecourse, a key event in the Summer 2000 Series. Data analysis of the past decade suggests that domestic G1 participants have a strong track record in this race, particularly those coming from the Yasuda Kinen.

Trainer Yasuo Tomomichi has selected Admire Terra for this race as a stepping stone toward the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe in France. Unlike previous attempts with horses like Do Deuce, Tomomichi intends to prepare the horse in Japan to ensure optimal condition before traveling, rather than relying on local French prep races.

Other notable contenders include Shohei, who showed strong form during recent training sessions at Hakodate, and horses like Rossham Park and Grandia, who are noted for their affinity with the turf conditions at Sapporo. The race is highlighted by the influence of specific sires, such as Harbinger, whose offspring have historically performed well on the unique turf at this venue.