{"id":122976,"date":"2026-02-22T17:16:29","date_gmt":"2026-02-22T08:16:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.digital-sanctuary.net\/bookmaker\/?p=122976"},"modified":"2026-02-26T23:38:17","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T14:38:17","slug":"bookmaker-horse-racing-february-stakes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.digital-sanctuary.net\/bookmaker\/horse-racing\/february-stakes\/","title":{"rendered":"February Stakes 2026 Odds, Entries &amp; Results | Costa Nova Wins Japan G1"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>February Stakes 2026<\/strong> is the first JRA Grade 1 race of the Japanese racing season and the most prestigious dirt race in Japan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scheduled for <strong>February 22, 2026<\/strong> at <strong>Tokyo Racecourse<\/strong>, the race is run over <strong>1,600 metres (1 mile) on dirt<\/strong> and regularly attracts the country\u2019s top dirt specialists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This page provides an overview of the race, explains how international bookmakers list early markets, and highlights the leading contenders based on current futures odds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Race Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Race:<\/strong> February Stakes (Jpn1)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Surface:<\/strong> Dirt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Distance:<\/strong> 1,600m (1 mile)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Tokyo Racecourse<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> 4yo &amp; up<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Purse:<\/strong> One of the richest dirt races in Japan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although Japan is globally known for turf racing, the February Stakes plays a key role in the international dirt calendar and can serve as a stepping stone toward major global events later in the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Top Japanese dirt runners from this race sometimes compete in global events such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.digital-sanctuary.net\/bookmaker\/horceracing\/en\/saudi-cup\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"122718\">Saudi Cup<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.digital-sanctuary.net\/bookmaker\/horseracing\/en\/dubai-worldcup\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"122754\">Dubai World Cup<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why International Bettors Follow the February Stakes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While primarily a domestic championship race, interest has grown among international bettors for several reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Japan\u2019s dirt division has improved significantly in recent years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some contenders target overseas campaigns later in the year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Early bookmaker odds are sometimes available well before final declarations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For bettors looking beyond European and American racing, this race offers an alternative futures market in a major jurisdiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">February Stakes 2026 Early Betting Odds (Futures)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-icon_announce wp-block-paragraph\">Winner:Costa Nova(3.5~5.5)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bookmakers may release <strong>ante-post \/ fixed odds<\/strong> markets in advance of final declarations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Important betting terms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ante-Post \/ All-In Betting<\/strong> \u2013 Stakes are not refunded if the horse does not run<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>NRNB (Non Runner No Bet)<\/strong> \u2013 Stakes refunded if the horse does not run (usually closer to race day)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>NRMB (Non Runner Money Back)<\/strong> \u2013 Similar protection depending on bookmaker policy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Odds can move significantly as the race approaches and final fields are confirmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody style=\"--tbody-th-color--bg:var(--color_deep01);--tbody-th-color--txt:var(--swl-text_color--white)\"><tr><th>Horse<\/th><td>No.<br>(Gate)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">bet365<br>(Feb 22)<br><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">max\/min<br>from Feb 12<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>1st &#8211; Costa Nova<\/th><td>12<br>(6)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">3.50<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">5.50\/3.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>2nd &#8211; Wilson Tesoro<\/th><td>14<br>(7)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">5.50<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">7.50\/5.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>3rd &#8211; W Heart Bond<\/th><td>9<br>(5)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">2.80<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">4.20\/2.80<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>4th &#8211; Brian Sense<\/th><td>3<br>(2)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">41.00<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">41.00\/13.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>5th &#8211; Omega Guinness<\/th><td>1<br>(1)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">26.00<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">34.00\/26.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>6th &#8211; Peptide Nile<\/th><td>15<br>(8)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">81.00<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">81.00\/51.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>7th &#8211; Natural Rise<\/th><td>13<br>(7)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">34.00<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">34.00\/26.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>8th &#8211; Ramjet<\/th><td>6<br>(3)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">8.50<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">9.00\/8.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>9th &#8211; Sixpence<\/th><td>5<br>(3)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">17.00<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">17.00\/15.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>10th &#8211; Perriere<\/th><td>4<br>(2)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">29.00<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">81.00\/29.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>11th &#8211; Lord Couronne<\/th><td>10<br>(5)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">13.00<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">13.00\/8.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>12th &#8211; Sunrise Hawk<\/th><td>11<br>(6)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">301.00<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">301.00\/151.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>13th &#8211; Sakura Toujours<\/th><td>8<br>(4)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">71.00<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">71.00\/67.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>14th &#8211; Long Run<\/th><td>7<br>(4)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">201.00<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">201.00\/101.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>15th &#8211; Saimon Xanadu<\/th><td>16<br>(8)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">61.00<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">61.00\/21.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>16th &#8211; Happy Man<\/th><td>2<br>(1)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">101.00<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-right\" data-align=\"right\">101.00\/34.00<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Market Structure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Early markets for the February Stakes typically focus on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Outright Winner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed odds futures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limited each-way terms (closer to race day)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because this is a Japanese domestic race, market depth may vary by bookmaker and region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Factors for Analysis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">International bettors often evaluate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Proven dirt performance at Tokyo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Previous Jpn1 form<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pace profile (Tokyo\u2019s long stretch can favour strong finishers)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seasonal debut fitness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The February Stakes frequently features established older horses returning from winter breaks, which can create volatility in early odds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The February Stakes 2026 is Japan\u2019s flagship dirt G1 and an important benchmark for the country\u2019s dirt division.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Early odds are subject to change and may be listed under different regional categories depending on the bookmaker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This page will be updated as additional betting markets and confirmed runners become available.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The February Stakes 2026 is the first JRA Grade 1 race of the Japanese racing season and the most prestigious dirt race in Japan. Scheduled for February 22, 2026 at Tokyo Racecourse, the race is run over 1,600 metres (1 mile) on dirt and regularly attracts the country\u2019s top dirt specialists. This page provides an overview of the race, explains how international bookmakers list early markets, and highlights the leading contenders based on current futures odds. Race Overview Although Japan is globally known for turf racing, the February Stakes plays a key role in the international dirt calendar and can serve as a stepping stone toward major global events later [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"swell_btn_cv_data":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[333,2310],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-122976","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-horse-racing","category-japan"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.digital-sanctuary.net\/bookmaker\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/122976","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.digital-sanctuary.net\/bookmaker\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.digital-sanctuary.net\/bookmaker\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.digital-sanctuary.net\/bookmaker\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.digital-sanctuary.net\/bookmaker\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=122976"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/www.digital-sanctuary.net\/bookmaker\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/122976\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":123323,"href":"https:\/\/www.digital-sanctuary.net\/bookmaker\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/122976\/revisions\/123323"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.digital-sanctuary.net\/bookmaker\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=122976"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.digital-sanctuary.net\/bookmaker\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=122976"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.digital-sanctuary.net\/bookmaker\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=122976"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}