Sonoda Racecourse 1400m — Empirical Class Par Times & GLD Speed Figure Benchmarks
Sonoda’s signature distance (Hyogo Championship / Hyogo Gold Trophy): horses must be in the top 3 cresting the 3rd-corner hill. (Inside Draw (1–4): 11.2% SR | Outside Draw (9+): 6.4% SR • Favored Running Style: Tactical Stalkers & 3rd-Corner Uphill Movers)
Empirical Class Par Times & GLD Speed Figure Benchmarks (Sonoda 1400m)
Distance-by-Distance Barrier Draw & Pace Bias Matrix (Sonoda 1400m)
| Barrier / Gate Group | Empirical Indicator (% SR) | Favored Running Style | Empirical Course & Pace Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inside Draws (Gates 1–4) | 11.2% SR | Tactical Stalkers & 3rd-Corner Uphill Movers | Sonoda’s signature distance (Hyogo Championship / Hyogo Gold Trophy): horses must be in the top 3 cresting the 3rd-corner hill. |
| Middle Draws (Gates 5–8) | 9% SR | Tactical Stalkers & 3rd-Corner Uphill Movers | 1051m Tight Oval • 213m Short Straight • 1.2m Backstretch Climb • Early Speed & 3rd-Corner Makuri |
| Outside Draws (Gates 9+) | 6.4% SR | Tactical Stalkers & 3rd-Corner Uphill Movers | 213.0m (Dirt) • 1.2m uphill climb along the backstretch into the 3rd corner |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the empirical Class Par and GLD Speed Figure benchmark at Sonoda Racecourse 1400m?
Sonoda Racecourse (NAR) benchmarks are calibrated directly from GLD Racing's empirical Class Par dataset (865,435 historical starts). At 1400m, standard velocities (m/s) and par finish times are normalized across the NAR class ladder alongside daily track variant and surface moisture adjustments.
What is the barrier draw and running style bias at Sonoda Racecourse 1400m?
Sonoda Racecourse features a 213.0m (Dirt) homestretch (Right-Handed Tight 1051m Oval). At 1400m, inside draws (Gates 1-4) record a 11.2% SR compared to 6.4% SR for outside draws (Gates 9+), favoring Tactical Stalkers & 3rd-Corner Uphill Movers. Sonoda’s signature distance (Hyogo Championship / Hyogo Gold Trophy): horses must be in the top 3 cresting the 3rd-corner hill.
How do surface going, rail shifts, or sand moisture affect Sonoda Racecourse speed figures?
1051m Tight Oval • 213m Short Straight • 1.2m Backstretch Climb • Early Speed & 3rd-Corner Makuri. GLD Speed Figures automatically separate true horse velocity from surface speed variants so you can compare Sonoda Racecourse past performances directly against other NAR venues.