18Danon Bourbon

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Who is Danon Bourbon?

Danon Bourbon is a three-year-old dark bay colt born April 6, 2023, in Kentucky. He's trained by Manabu Ikezoe and owned by Danox Co. Ltd. This colt has raced exclusively in Japan at Kyoto and Nakayama racetracks.

Family Tree

Danon Bourbon's father is Maxfield, a champion racehorse who won eight of 11 races and earned $2 million racing in America. Maxfield's victories include important races at Churchill Downs, Fair Grounds, and Keeneland. His mother is Wild Ridge, a mare sired by Tapit, a legendary stallion known for producing high-quality racehorses. This family tree shows horses built for distance racing and competition at the highest levels.

Racing Record

Danon Bourbon is undefeated: Three wins from three starts, earning $222,762. His races occurred in Japan: Oct. 26, 2025 (won 1 1/8 miles at 4-1 odds), Feb. 15, 2026 (won 1 3/16 miles at 4-5 odds), and March 28, 2026 (won 1 1/8 miles at 1-1 odds).

中山10R伏竜ステークスは #ダノンバーボン が3馬身半差の完勝🏇

これでデビューから3戦3勝の無敗となりました✨ pic.twitter.com/IXXbyOtd8Z

— JRA公式 (@JRA_Special) March 28, 2026

What Matters

Danon Bourbon has an undefeated record—he's won every race he's entered, showing he knows how to win. His father, Maxfield was a champion who won important races and earned millions, giving Danon Bourbon excellent racing genes. He's improving and racing at longer distances, which is perfect for a young horse.

Caution

Danon Bourbon has raced only in Japan, never against top American competition. He'll face stronger horses when moving to American racing. He's never raced at the official Kentucky Derby distance of 1 1/4 miles—his races have been 1 1/8 or 1 3/16 miles. That distance adjustment could matter.

Danon Bourbon's Important Related Information

• Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Danon Bourbon
• Danon Bourbon stays perfect in Fukuryu, final leg of Japan Road
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• TwinSpires Horse Profile: Danon Bourbon