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· The results of the unofficial Uma Musume overseas popularity poll for 2026 have been released.
· Many fans expressed surprise at Nice Nature's 11th place ranking.

· Daiwa Scarlet was expected to take first place, and many believed Almond Eye would also be among the top ranks.
· Rice Shower and Haru Urara were mentioned as fan-favorite characters.

· Opinions suggested El Condor Pasa should have been first, along with regret over her diminished reputation.
· Some fans expressed happiness just for her being in the top 20.

· Disappointment was expressed over certain characters not making it into the top 20.
· Questions were raised about why a character who played a crucial role in clearing UR Finals ranked so low.

· Agnes Digital entered the top 10 at 9th place.
· Jumble Pocket ranked 33rd, but there was mention of Vodka and Cafe achieving high ranks due to their roles in the movie.

· An analysis suggested that characters with traits like persistence, determination, and willpower struggle to gain popularity.
· It was opined that more is needed to stand out.
· There was also mention of a better ranking than Dantsu Frame's 74th place.

· It was noted that Special Week's storyline was borrowed from Vodka's training scenario.
· The opinion was expressed that the movie influenced the strengthening of character popularity.
· Questions were raised about Narita Top Road and Norizumu's low rankings.

· Regarding Special Week's 52nd place, the reaction was unsurprised, with an analysis suggesting global fans tend to see her as too basic.
· Vodka has consistently been popular since her release, and some fans like her just for her design.
· Cafe also stood out with her unique design, and it was suggested her appeal stemmed from the character herself rather than the movie's influence.

· Regret was expressed that Manhattan Cafe felt somewhat sidelined in the movie.
· Her limited screen time in the movie, despite her actual race performance, was mentioned.

· Surprise was expressed that Vodka is the most popular character from the Golden Generation.
· An analysis suggested Vodka's unique and comfortable personality contributed to her popularity.
· Regarding King Halo, the opinion was that perception changed after realizing her initial arrogance was an act.
· El Condor Pasa was compared to popular characters like Sands.

· It was mentioned that King Halo's training scenario was interesting.
· Regarding Grass Wonder, the opinion was that her design was plain and she was analyzed as a simple otaku character.
· An interesting perspective was presented on Vodka ranking higher than King Halo.
· Vodka was evaluated as a crucial front-runner and a very cool character.

· The question was raised: Isn't Silence Suzuka the best front-runner?
· It was analyzed that Victoria Crown is more suited for long-distance and some middle-distance races rather than strategy and schemes.

· It was opined that Vodka wasn't popular at first, but fans grew to like her through her training scenario and understanding of the actual racehorse.
· There was an amusing reaction to Cheval Grand ranking higher than Orfevre and Gentildonna.

· Joy was expressed that Gold Ship made it into the top 10.
· The reaction to Manhattan Cafe's 3rd place was that it was expected.
· There was mention of K.M. Opera Ou ranking in the top 5, and an evaluation of Rice Shower narrowly beating Opera Ou.

· Daiwa Helios achieved a high ranking of 12th despite not yet being released as a trainable character.
· Still in Love secured a surprising 13th place despite not appearing on the global server.
· It was opined that Still in Love's 13th place ranking was appropriate considering her story.
· Still in Love is the second highest-ranked mare after Haru Urara.

· Disappointment was expressed that characters from the main story ranked low because they haven't been released on the global server yet.
· There was regret over characters ranking low despite being protagonists.
· It was also assessed that they ranked slightly higher than NPC characters.

· It was mentioned that Gold Ship and Cafe belong to the popular group, but certain characters are not included.
· Surprise was expressed at Air Messiah's low ranking.
· The fact that Air Messiah has few fans was also mentioned.

· Questions were raised about Manhattan Cafe's 3rd place ranking, and it was noted that there isn't much fan art either.
· Surprise was expressed that Gold Ship wasn't in the top 3, and it was opined that Cafe is more popular than expected.

· Opinions were expressed that it's hard to understand why Manhattan Cafe is so popular.
· The fact that Mejiro Dober and Akebono tied for 67th place, preventing a joke, was found amusing.
· Disappointment was expressed over Daring Heart's low ranking.

· Air Messiah's fans expressed sadness.
· Reactions indicated surprise that Air Messiah wasn't more popular.

· The opinion was voiced that King Halo's ranking should be higher.
· It was mentioned that Oguri continues to fulfill fans' wishes.
· There was mention of Oguri making it into the top 10, and Stay Gold ranked 15th.

· Although Stay Gold, Orfevre, and Still in Love made it into the top 10, an analysis suggested that global popularity is heavily influenced by translated fan art and memes.

· There was mention of Twin Turbo making it into the top 50, along with the anticipation for Gremlin's release on the global server.
· Disappointment was expressed over Akebono's low ranking at 66th place, describing her as an angelic character.
· Mentioning Cinderella Gray and New Era, it was emphasized that Oguri and Vodka are fundamentally popular.

· Disappointment was expressed over Enbrace ranking 63rd and Tousan Dan ranking 78th.
· There were positive reactions to Haru Urara's high ranking at 8th place.
· Mejiro Bright ranked 118th, noted as the least popular trainable character on the global server.

· The results for Fuji Kiseki at 41st and Air Group at 60th were called an insult.
· It was mentioned that Narita Brian was hard to find and expected to rank higher.
· It was emphasized that the Uma Musume experience varies from person to person.

· There was mention of Oguri being ranked first, along with the fact that Christmas Oguri and Cinderella Gray were not selected.
· Surprise was expressed that Opera Ou ranked higher than Bolshoi and about Helios's high ranking.
· It was noted that Silence Suzuka is more popular than Winning Ticket.
· There was an amusing reaction to Winning Ticket's ranking being exactly in the middle at 78th place.

· It was opined that Cinderella Gray was the reason for getting into the franchise, and the manga is one of the best stories.
· It was mentioned that 'CAT' signifies the pinnacle.
· The opinion was that Oguri achieved an overwhelming first place.

· It was predicted that Copo Ricky and Blast One Piece would be more popular upon their release on the global server.
· The opinion was that Copo Ricky is the cutest Uma Musume.

· Reactions to the 2026 Uma Musume overseas popularity poll results were summarized.
· Oguri Cap took first place, Vodka second, and Cafe third.

· The significant influence of the Cinderella Gray and New Era movies was emphasized.
· Viewers were asked to comment with their favorite characters.