Hokkaido Horse Racing Story.

Chapter 49 NS Discussion

"Then, let's get started."

Kitano said as he waved his hand to drive away the mosquitoes in front of him.

Sitting in a circle around him were the representative of the production ranch, Ogawa Jo, and the two riders, Tanaka and Hattori, from the trainer's side, and Ochiai.

It was a Sunday evening in late September.

The location was the lounge of Tanaka Stable.

For five adult men, such a narrow space is really inconvenient.

However, none of them looked too concerned.

On the small whiteboard at the back of the lounge, the words "Strategy Discussion Meeting - NS Department" were written crookedly.

If you know nothing about horse racing, you might mistake these people for employees of Ren○Dong.

In fact, NS is the abbreviation of NEXT STAR.

What these guys were preparing to discuss was the escape strategy for the huge reward [Future Star - Menbie] in the near future.

Rather than the sales status of handheld game consoles in different regions.

Because it was a huge reward, both sides took a more serious attitude.

It's not appropriate to have a relaxed discussion in an izakaya like the first time.

Although in Kitano's opinion, it's not as good as an izakaya.

"How is the horse's condition?"

After the meeting started, Tanaka first asked the question that he was most concerned about.

"When Pegasus was weighed yesterday, he weighed 474 kilograms, two kilograms heavier than before the last competition."

Xuhe Zhang responded confidently.

“Both physically and mentally, I am ready for the competition, and I can feel the momentum in training.”

After a month of rest, Medairo did not become relaxed.

On the contrary, one can feel a sense of eagerness to try whether in training or grazing.

Not only did he successfully eliminate the fatigue accumulated from the continuous competitions in the past period of time, but he also made further progress in horse fitness.

Although, it might be a little slow.

Tanaka nodded.

"Sakuya has also adjusted to a state suitable for the competition."

Ogawa continued.

Kitano rubbed his fingertips subconsciously.

Is it possible for Mejiro Sakuya to withstand such a change in the rhythm of the game, running away with a huge reward after only having one match experience?

He still has doubts about this.

“Even if the amount of exercise remains the same, the horse is gradually becoming stronger and more powerful, and you can clearly feel the growth of the horse’s body.”

After carefully observing the horse's body, Ogawa Jō replied, "There is absolutely no problem."

"However, I'm still a little relaxed mentally as always."

Even Ogawa Jō didn't have any good solution for this.

It is difficult to improve the mental state of a racehorse without excessive training.

“Is it still the same?”

Tanaka smiled and shook his head.

However, the situation is better than expected.

At least there will be no problem for both horses to race.

"How's it going with you over there?"

He looked in the direction of the two riders again.

"There shouldn't be any problems on Pegasus' side."

Ochiai replied calmly.

In the end, he chose his original partner, Mekuhira.

As for the reason, Tanaka didn't ask too much.

"There's no problem on my end."

Rather than a rider, 49-year-old Hattori Shigefumi is more like an ordinary company employee you can see everywhere, and his speech is mixed with a strong local accent.

Mejiro Sakuya, who accepted the commission, was in a relatively unfamiliar state.

Although this is a racehorse from this stable, there has been no previous contact with it.

"It's a bit sluggish, but it's very powerful. Once it gets going, it's a very explosive racehorse."

This was the judgment he made after watching the video of Mejiro Sakuya's game.

"Well, if possible, it would be better to let me get used to it a little before the game."

Despite knowing that the horse in question was lame, Hattori still made the request. Such training is necessary if victory is the goal.

Tanaka looked up in the direction of Kitano and Ogawa Jo.

"No problem, but try not to do too strenuous training."

Kitano nodded and said.

Xuhe Zhang also nodded.

"That would be great."

Hattori breathed a sigh of relief, and when he smiled, his eyes narrowed almost to the point of being invisible.

"Then the next step is the tactics."

Nodding his head with satisfaction, Tanaka tapped the whiteboard and said.

Kitano and Ogawa both closed their mouths consciously.

In this respect, they can be said to be brothers in distress who belong to the same level of beginners.

"If the gate position is right, how about Pegasus try to take the lead?"

After sticking all the magnets representing the twelve running horses on the track plan, Tanaka suggested.

"You can try it."

Ochiai's response remained concise.

"As for Sakuya, it's probably okay if she takes a slightly longer position, right?"

Tanaka turned around and asked Hattori.

"I have no problem here."

Hattori replied with a smile.

A consensus was quickly reached that Mejiro Sakuya needed to start the game from the back.

Whether from the perspective of temperament or physical injuries, it is not a very realistic consideration to want it to be quickly involved in the competition in the first round.

Tanaka has two completely different scenarios for the two racehorses.

Whether it is Mejiro Baima or Mejiro Sakuya, both are horses that can perform better under their own rhythm.

Therefore, how to prevent the two horses from interfering with each other's rhythm becomes the primary consideration.

Mudaiba is a racehorse that can be used in multiple positions and is tactically flexible.

But on the other side, Mejiro Sakuya had to stay behind for various reasons.

Limiting Mudaiba's tactics to leading the team can be considered a sacrifice for the sake of the overall situation.

Of course, if Ochiai can successfully bring out Mejiro Hakuma and release a fast pace, it will be a good start to the game for both himself and Mejiro Sakuya behind him.

For all parties, such tactics are considered an acceptable arrangement.

Although it is not a brilliant tactic, it ensures feasibility while also ensuring a certain degree of coordination.

"Then I'll leave it to you all."

After completing the tactical analysis, Tanaka bowed to everyone.

"thanks everyone."

Kitano also stood up and said.

"Um. Mr. Kitano!"

At this time, Ochiai suddenly spoke.

Kitano gave him a somewhat puzzled look.

"Aren't we using the horse owner's colorful clothes this time?"

he asked.

Unlike most local racecourses where only riders’ winning uniforms can be used, riders belonging to a certain school can use their own winning uniforms or choose the horse owner’s winning uniforms in the competition.

"This one"

Kitano scratched his head.

"It still depends on what Rider Ochiai has to say, right?"

At this time, Kitano remembered that he seemed to have submitted a proposal for the horse owner's winning uniform.

"How about using the horse owner Caiyi this time?"

Ochiai suggested with a slightly stronger tone.

"There's no problem on my side."

Kitano agreed readily.

"Then I'll also use the horse owner's winning uniform."

As if they had discussed it beforehand, Hattori also raised his hand with a smile.

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