The second week of racing had ended.
Although Koichi had no idea how public opinion had shifted toward him, quite a few new trainers had contacted him.
That was simply how things worked in reality.
Along the way, he had also met a representative from the Sunday Club, and the two had chatted briefly.
Although other voices had emerged among the club's executives, seeing how quickly he had regained his form, they still provisionally kept Koichi Sasaki as Gentildonna's regular jockey.
The race she had lost that year really hadn't been the jockey's fault.
As for Golden Masterpiece, they knew something about the problems there too. They had expected a loss, just not one that crushing.
"Trainer Ishisaka."
Having changed his clothes, Koichi greeted him as well.
This time, he was particularly grateful to him. After all, Ishisaka had actively requested that he remain her regular jockey.
"Young people are bound to face a few setbacks. Seeing you recover so quickly, I'd say hearing you out before was well worth it."
Trainer Ishisaka spoke with a smile.
He had come today because a horse under his care was racing at Tokyo Racecourse, which also gave him a chance to watch Koichi Sasaki's performance on the track.
A gifted jockey really was different.
Koichi had his own distinctive understanding of Tokyo Racecourse, and his performances in today's races had all been commendable.
As a trainer, Ishisaka naturally hoped to find the jockey best suited to his horse, and Koichi was now certainly one of the best fits for Gentildonna in his eyes.
Koichi Sasaki was an indispensable part of their bid for the Triple Crown.
"Yes. I'm planning to visit the Training Center next week. Would that work for you?"
Koichi nodded.
He needed to take Gold Ship out for some