The Sapporo Nisai Stakes 2026 is one of Japan’s premier Grade 3 races for two-year-olds. Run over 1,800 metres on turf at Sapporo Racecourse, the race is an important early-season test for future Classic contenders. Since being extended to 1,800 metres in 1997, it has produced numerous top-class horses, including Japanese Derby and Japan Cup winners. This page provides early betting odds, race details, and entry information for international bettors.
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Race Overview
Race
Sapporo Nisai Stakes
Grade
G3
Distance
1800m
Surface
Turf
Location
Sapporo Racecourse
Date
September 5, 2026
Local Time
3:25 PM (JST)
Race No.
Race 11
Qualification
2YO
Weight
55kg
Purse
¥74,180,000
Why International Bettors Follow
Access to Ante-Post betting markets before final declarations
Fixed Odds markets become available as race day approaches
One of Japan’s leading Grade 3 races for two-year-olds
An important stepping stone toward the country’s major juvenile and Classic races
Run over the testing 1,800-metre turf course at Sapporo Racecourse
Past winners include future Japanese Derby, Japan Cup, and G1 champions
Betting Odds (Race Day)
Unlike major G1 races, odds for most JRA G2 and G3 races are generally released on race day by international bookmakers such as bet365 and 1xBet. These markets are typically offered as fixed odds, and early Ante-Post markets are rarely available.
