Cabourg 21 July 2023
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Capable but erratic trotter with just one race in him since the layoff and is expected to need the run
Capable but erratic trotter with just one race in him since the layoff and is expected to need the run
Somewhat below-par last time at Caen but prepped for this at Craon and with a new shoeing formula can get back to doing what he does best
Somewhat below-par last time at Caen but prepped for this at Craon and with a new shoeing formula can get back to doing what he does best
Can prove a handful but otherwise always gives her best. In current condition looks a serious prospect from the front line
Can prove a handful but otherwise always gives her best. In current condition looks a serious prospect from the front line
Honest mare but not the most courageous. Is in decent shape though and will have her supporters
Honest mare but not the most courageous. Is in decent shape though and will have her supporters
Considerably better at a lower level of racing and in this company will have little to offer
Considerably better at a lower level of racing and in this company will have little to offer
No slouch on a good day but has no love for Cabourg. Does benefit from a front row start but still no more than a minor place prospect
No slouch on a good day but has no love for Cabourg. Does benefit from a front row start but still no more than a minor place prospect
Has never made her mark here but is a quality mare whose recent re-entry will have blown away the cobwebs, and from the front line can have her day in the sun
Has never made her mark here but is a quality mare whose recent re-entry will have blown away the cobwebs, and from the front line can have her day in the sun
Seldom gets his nose in front but can trot. Ideally entered here and while not an obvious choice, is still one to note
Seldom gets his nose in front but can trot. Ideally entered here and while not an obvious choice, is still one to note
Like a horse reborn during the spring. Off for two months and even with shoes on can still get a look in
Like a horse reborn during the spring. Off for two months and even with shoes on can still get a look in
Respectable dual-purpose type with better references under the saddle these days and can be passed over
Respectable dual-purpose type with better references under the saddle these days and can be passed over
Barring the occasional sanction, is as tenacious as they come. Is confirmed going right-handed and even from the second line looks a major player
Barring the occasional sanction, is as tenacious as they come. Is confirmed going right-handed and even from the second line looks a major player
Useful sort but has not been seen out since January and will be race-rusty
Useful sort but has not been seen out since January and will be race-rusty
Tricky type but rarely lets the side down when focused. Imposed at Enghien earlier in the month and even racing shod this time can play a role
Tricky type but rarely lets the side down when focused. Imposed at Enghien earlier in the month and even racing shod this time can play a role
Gave a surprisingly good account at Laval last time out. Repeat improbable but will not be sent out at 216/1 this time around
Gave a surprisingly good account at Laval last time out. Repeat improbable but will not be sent out at 216/1 this time around
Blows hot and cold but always does what she can. Drops marginally in category and even with a 25m penalty can still figure prominently
Blows hot and cold but always does what she can. Drops marginally in category and even with a 25m penalty can still figure prominently
Moderate trotter with better references in the claiming category these days and others preferred
Moderate trotter with better references in the claiming category these days and others preferred
A veritable steamroller this year when barefoot, INTUITION SOYER (7) made his comeback here a fortnight ago and if fully fit can make the most of her front line start and win this. INDY DARK (11) is 25m worse off but he is a tough individual and when focused is hard to fault. With hind shoes off for the occasion, he should have little difficulty making up the distance gap. IMPATIENT DU LUPIN (2) is no champion but won last time at the venue and the modified shoeing should pay dividends. IRIS DES MAUPI (3) is on the way back up and, with stride in check, should not be far from the action.
Blows hot and cold but placed in two of last four. In this company though, will have her work cut out
Blows hot and cold but placed in two of last four. In this company though, will have her work cut out
Useful mare that is never far from losing her action but Gelormini reining on her debut for new stable and from the 2-spot must be respected
Useful mare that is never far from losing her action but Gelormini reining on her debut for new stable and from the 2-spot must be respected
Difficult mare that would have finished in the mix last time had she not fallen foul of interference. Lebourgeois at the helm this time and must be taken seriously
Difficult mare that would have finished in the mix last time had she not fallen foul of interference. Lebourgeois at the helm this time and must be taken seriously
Quality Swedish mare with nothing to prove at this level. Won two of last four and is ideally placed to make another big splash
Quality Swedish mare with nothing to prove at this level. Won two of last four and is ideally placed to make another big splash
Hardy but erratic trotter that would have won easily last time out had she not lost her action, but on good behaviour can make up for a wasted trip
Hardy but erratic trotter that would have won easily last time out had she not lost her action, but on good behaviour can make up for a wasted trip
Tricky type that reassured at Amiens last week and should not be far from the action, provided Rochard can keep her trotting
Tricky type that reassured at Amiens last week and should not be far from the action, provided Rochard can keep her trotting
Useful mare with solid references in this category but has struggled to find her way this term and others preferred
Useful mare with solid references in this category but has struggled to find her way this term and others preferred
Very modest mare that seldom makes any impact and is not about to buck the trend
Very modest mare that seldom makes any impact and is not about to buck the trend
Hardy sort when barefoot and focused but has other priorities and best to wait
Hardy sort when barefoot and focused but has other priorities and best to wait
Sprang something of a surprise at Vichy earlier in the month but subsequently failed to confirm and can be ruled out
Sprang something of a surprise at Vichy earlier in the month but subsequently failed to confirm and can be ruled out
Not without merit, and currently in decent shape, but still represents no more than a minor place chance
Not without merit, and currently in decent shape, but still represents no more than a minor place chance
Can trot but has better prospects at a lower level and the draw does her no favours
Can trot but has better prospects at a lower level and the draw does her no favours
Undeniably capable and goes well right-handed but currently off the boil and must get her house in order
Undeniably capable and goes well right-handed but currently off the boil and must get her house in order
Never the easiest of horses to handle, IMAGE D'HERFRAIE (5) put on quite the show here earlier in the month and with form maintained, and stride in check, she should be able to wrap this up. That said, ISTRA (4) has won two of her last four going clockwise and will be no easy touch. Significantly better than her formcard would imply, IMPERATRICE LOVE (2) makes his debut for the Houel stable and, shod differently for the occasion, can play a leading role. INTERGALACTIQUE (3) was not the luckiest at Vire on Monday and backs up with a realistic chance of setting the record straight.
Fine trotter that won in good order over track and trip two weeks ago. Out of his age category this time but is still capable of doubling his money
Fine trotter that won in good order over track and trip two weeks ago. Out of his age category this time but is still capable of doubling his money
Not the most reliable of horses but is proven in better company. Will have come on for his recent superb comeback run and is expected to finish closer this time around
Not the most reliable of horses but is proven in better company. Will have come on for his recent superb comeback run and is expected to finish closer this time around
Very modest mare that has done nothing of note in either code for some time and will have few friends
Very modest mare that has done nothing of note in either code for some time and will have few friends
Four times a winner here and has excellent references at this level. Oddly out of sorts at Vincennes but returns to a track he likes and should not disappoint
Four times a winner here and has excellent references at this level. Oddly out of sorts at Vincennes but returns to a track he likes and should not disappoint
Previously a good sort but has been off the boil for a while and will have little to offer
Previously a good sort but has been off the boil for a while and will have little to offer
Quality individual that simply adores Cabourg. Presently at the top of his game and even with just front shoes off this time still looks a player
Quality individual that simply adores Cabourg. Presently at the top of his game and even with just front shoes off this time still looks a player
Showed significant improvement under the saddle here last week but a return to the harness code is unlikely to yield a similar result
Showed significant improvement under the saddle here last week but a return to the harness code is unlikely to yield a similar result
Useful sort when focused and appreciates Cabourg. Should not be too hastily judged for recent efforts and is worth retaining
Useful sort when focused and appreciates Cabourg. Should not be too hastily judged for recent efforts and is worth retaining
Hardy veteran that is still giving everything he has. Showed marked improvement at Enghien recently but still no more than a minor place prospect
Hardy veteran that is still giving everything he has. Showed marked improvement at Enghien recently but still no more than a minor place prospect
Better mare than recent results would suggest. Unlucky last time out but can play a part if she can keep her action together
Better mare than recent results would suggest. Unlucky last time out but can play a part if she can keep her action together
Erratic type that showed significant improvement at Caen last time out. Unseen since and even though shod for competition is not an obvious choice
Erratic type that showed significant improvement at Caen last time out. Unseen since and even though shod for competition is not an obvious choice
Unexceptional type with just one run in her since the year-long hiatus and has no realistic chance
Unexceptional type with just one run in her since the year-long hiatus and has no realistic chance
Blows hot and cold but has nothing to prove at this level. Appreciates Cabourg profile and looks competitively well in
Blows hot and cold but has nothing to prove at this level. Appreciates Cabourg profile and looks competitively well in
Unremarkable sort with better prospects at a considerably lower level and can be confidently ruled out
Unremarkable sort with better prospects at a considerably lower level and can be confidently ruled out
Mixes the good with the less good but can perform when focused. Untried here but has won right-handed and with application will not be far off the mark
Mixes the good with the less good but can perform when focused. Untried here but has won right-handed and with application will not be far off the mark
Hardy mare taking a big dip in class after setting her personal best at Vincennes. Incurs the penalty but oozes class and is still in the running for victory
Hardy mare taking a big dip in class after setting her personal best at Vincennes. Incurs the penalty but oozes class and is still in the running for victory
An excellent servant with form at the highest level, INFANT PERRINE (2) made a fine comeback late last month and, after a good breather, goes first time right-handed and from the front line can win this if he turns. That said, HAPPY VALLEY (16) is similarly effective in exalted company, has won at the venue, and even with a 25m handicap can make a big splash. HERADAMES (1) has been in cracking form all year and his recent course-and-distance victory bodes well for his chances. FIRST DU BOIS (6) thrives at Cabourg and in present form is very hard to ignore.
Has ample ability but has a temperament too and recent sanctions to nothing to help his cause
Has ample ability but has a temperament too and recent sanctions to nothing to help his cause
Serious dual-purpose type with consistency on his side. Boasts solid Cabourg credentials and is not one to be overlooked
Serious dual-purpose type with consistency on his side. Boasts solid Cabourg credentials and is not one to be overlooked
Has been off the boil in both codes for some time and will have nothing to offer
Has been off the boil in both codes for some time and will have nothing to offer
Gives a good account for the most part in this branch of the business. Good third in a Gr.3 9 days ago and with form maintained can finish in the thick of things
Gives a good account for the most part in this branch of the business. Good third in a Gr.3 9 days ago and with form maintained can finish in the thick of things
Has done nothing but progress over recent weeks. Not of the same calibre as the favourite but in current form has a lot to offer here
Has done nothing but progress over recent weeks. Not of the same calibre as the favourite but in current form has a lot to offer here
Hardy campaigner that seldom disappoints when barefoot. Is confirmed under harness here, is clearly in excellent shape and will not be far off the mark
Hardy campaigner that seldom disappoints when barefoot. Is confirmed under harness here, is clearly in excellent shape and will not be far off the mark
Useful sort with two races under his belt since the break. Unlikely to spring any surprises but could still get a look in
Useful sort with two races under his belt since the break. Unlikely to spring any surprises but could still get a look in
Quality individual with nothing to prove at this level. Latterly 4th in Gr.1 Prix de Normandie and will be no pushover
Quality individual with nothing to prove at this level. Latterly 4th in Gr.1 Prix de Normandie and will be no pushover
Enormously talented mare that is never far from losing her action but on good behaviour the race is hers for the taking
Enormously talented mare that is never far from losing her action but on good behaviour the race is hers for the taking
Unseen under the saddle for some time but has previously won at the highest level. Currently failing to fire under harness and the code switch may be just what the doctor ordered
Unseen under the saddle for some time but has previously won at the highest level. Currently failing to fire under harness and the code switch may be just what the doctor ordered
An excellent edition of this race in prospect with the delicate but remarkably talented INTUITION (9) looking to get back on track after faulting in two of three starts this season. Should she get this right, the spoils are hers, although INES DES RIOULTS (8) is a less difficult individual and could yet steal her thunder. FINE PERLE OF LOVE (5) returned to winning ways at Enghien last weekend and backs up with a solid chance of making the frame. A Gr.1 winner under the saddle, GANGSTER DU WALLON (10) returns after a long hiatus from the discipline and is not to be underestimated.
Not the most attractive horse here but always tries hard. At this level though, he can be expected to show his limits
Not the most attractive horse here but always tries hard. At this level though, he can be expected to show his limits
Showed considerable promise at 3 but rather disappointing this term. It is only a matter of time before he comes good again though and should not be ruled out
Showed considerable promise at 3 but rather disappointing this term. It is only a matter of time before he comes good again though and should not be ruled out
Consistently in the thick of things when applied. Has never been tested at this level though and others easier to back
Consistently in the thick of things when applied. Has never been tested at this level though and others easier to back
Decent type that has gone from strength to strength lately. In tougher company this time but is barefoot again and can challenge for a place in the frame
Decent type that has gone from strength to strength lately. In tougher company this time but is barefoot again and can challenge for a place in the frame
Sanctioned as often as not but has talent in spades. Shoes back on and from the front row will be dangerous if he can stay in stride
Sanctioned as often as not but has talent in spades. Shoes back on and from the front row will be dangerous if he can stay in stride
Alternates the good with the less good but has been showing form of late. Pads fitted this time but at this level will struggle to make his mark
Alternates the good with the less good but has been showing form of late. Pads fitted this time but at this level will struggle to make his mark
Has been giving a good account of himself since the spring but can expect to find this a much stiffer test
Has been giving a good account of himself since the spring but can expect to find this a much stiffer test
16 starts and yet to lose his maiden tag, but always gives his best and will generate some interest
16 starts and yet to lose his maiden tag, but always gives his best and will generate some interest
Can prove a handful but has ample ability. Returned to winning ways at Graignes and with form maintained, and stride in check, should not be too far off the mark
Can prove a handful but has ample ability. Returned to winning ways at Graignes and with form maintained, and stride in check, should not be too far off the mark
Has demonstrated decent aptitude for both codes but bites off more than he can chew here and not an obvious choice
Has demonstrated decent aptitude for both codes but bites off more than he can chew here and not an obvious choice
Sanctioned more often than not but can trot when focused. Better suited to a lower grade though and others preferred
Sanctioned more often than not but can trot when focused. Better suited to a lower grade though and others preferred
Like a horse reborn since beginning to race unshod all four. Flew up last time out and even with an extra 25m to travel can repeat
Like a horse reborn since beginning to race unshod all four. Flew up last time out and even with an extra 25m to travel can repeat
Has been given a new lease on life this season. Currently in excellent shape and going unshod behind this time could yet impose
Has been given a new lease on life this season. Currently in excellent shape and going unshod behind this time could yet impose
Looks a different horse when racing unshod but shoes on this time and appears to have other priorities
Looks a different horse when racing unshod but shoes on this time and appears to have other priorities
Unexceptional sort that imposed at Laval at 85/1 last month but, unsurprisingly, failed to confirm and will have few takers
Unexceptional sort that imposed at Laval at 85/1 last month but, unsurprisingly, failed to confirm and will have few takers
Dependability not his strong suit but benefits from a decent entry here and can play a small role if he takes to the Cabourg profile
Dependability not his strong suit but benefits from a decent entry here and can play a small role if he takes to the Cabourg profile
Twice a winner in three starts since starting to race barefoot, JYSKO DE GODREL (12) incurs the penalty but is still expected to attract the lion's share of support. Clement Duvaldestin can nevertheless expect to encounter resistance from the promising, and better-placed, JUMPING DU RIB (5) who returns to racing shod after his Clairefontaine fault. Excellent when going unshod behind, JULIUS BERRY (13) has been on a fine run of form this year and even from the back line looks a player. JARDIN DE MAHEY (4) is doing nothing but progress and steps up in category with legitimate ambition.
Occasionally loses her action but otherwise giving a good account of herself under the saddle. In this code, however, looks to have her work cut out
Occasionally loses her action but otherwise giving a good account of herself under the saddle. In this code, however, looks to have her work cut out
In the frame in last three under harness. Untried at Cabourg but starts in front and can give this a good go
In the frame in last three under harness. Untried at Cabourg but starts in front and can give this a good go
Has not been firing on all cylinders lately but thrives at Cabourg and from the 3-spot must be taken seriously
Has not been firing on all cylinders lately but thrives at Cabourg and from the 3-spot must be taken seriously
Rather disappointing since winning at Amiens three months ago but is ideally placed in front and is not incapable of springing a surprise
Rather disappointing since winning at Amiens three months ago but is ideally placed in front and is not incapable of springing a surprise
An exceptional servant when barefoot. Arguably better racing left-handed but has everything going for him here and can complement his Croise-Laroche victory
An exceptional servant when barefoot. Arguably better racing left-handed but has everything going for him here and can complement his Croise-Laroche victory
Unexceptional mare that has failed to make the frame in last six starts and is not about to break the mould
Unexceptional mare that has failed to make the frame in last six starts and is not about to break the mould
Kicked the year off respectably but rather disappointing of late and needs to raise her game
Kicked the year off respectably but rather disappointing of late and needs to raise her game
Capricious character that consistently struggles with stride woes and the draw does nothing to help his plight
Capricious character that consistently struggles with stride woes and the draw does nothing to help his plight
Monte horse making an appearance here for a change of scenery and can be ruled out
Monte horse making an appearance here for a change of scenery and can be ruled out
Delicate sort that reassured behind HAPPY ATOUT (5) at Le Croise-Laroche last time but on the back line this time and faces a much stiffer test
Delicate sort that reassured behind HAPPY ATOUT (5) at Le Croise-Laroche last time but on the back line this time and faces a much stiffer test
Handy mare that produced three fine performances before flopping ten days ago. Returns to a track she appreciates though and even from the second line can make amends
Handy mare that produced three fine performances before flopping ten days ago. Returns to a track she appreciates though and even from the second line can make amends
Never far from losing his action but is evidently in excellent shape. Handed a tough draw but with stride in check can play a prominent role
Never far from losing his action but is evidently in excellent shape. Handed a tough draw but with stride in check can play a prominent role
Nothing noteworthy on his formcard all year and can expect to remain friendless in the markets
Nothing noteworthy on his formcard all year and can expect to remain friendless in the markets
Moderate type that won a minor event earlier this month. Handed a bad draw but is proven here and can play a small part
Moderate type that won a minor event earlier this month. Handed a bad draw but is proven here and can play a small part
Currently at the top of his game and well-positioned behind the car, HAPPY ATOUT (5) looks a serious candidate here, however Guillaume Desprez will be keeping a watchful eye on HARTEFAX (3) who simply excels at Cabourg. HERBIERE (11) was oddly out of sorts at Chateaubriant but his form is not in doubt and can bounce back. HARLEM LOCA (12) is a handful at the best of times but his form is clear and with application can confirm his Vichy success.
Delicate sort that has placed just once in 8 starts and the draw will do him no favours
Delicate sort that has placed just once in 8 starts and the draw will do him no favours
Looked promising earlier in the year but disappointing since late May and unlikely to shake things up
Looked promising earlier in the year but disappointing since late May and unlikely to shake things up
Not the most flattering of formcards, and has never delivered here, but is well-positioned in front and can get a look in
Not the most flattering of formcards, and has never delivered here, but is well-positioned in front and can get a look in
From the outset has shown considerable professionalism. Takes on some better horses this time but is ideally placed to pull off the three-timer
From the outset has shown considerable professionalism. Takes on some better horses this time but is ideally placed to pull off the three-timer
Useful type that has shown significant promise. Was not over-taxed on comeback but looks a serious proposition this time around
Useful type that has shown significant promise. Was not over-taxed on comeback but looks a serious proposition this time around
Made a lot of progress at the end of last term. Comes here fresh and with Nivard in the wagon will be afforded every chance
Made a lot of progress at the end of last term. Comes here fresh and with Nivard in the wagon will be afforded every chance
Tends to be seen at his best in the claiming division these days but encouraged at Graignes and should be able to pick up a first-five cheque
Tends to be seen at his best in the claiming division these days but encouraged at Graignes and should be able to pick up a first-five cheque
Failed to stay in stride first time out but entrusted to a leading jockey this time and, if as good as believed, should figure prominently
Failed to stay in stride first time out but entrusted to a leading jockey this time and, if as good as believed, should figure prominently
Modest trotter that has yet to show any particular aptitude for the game and can be passed over
Modest trotter that has yet to show any particular aptitude for the game and can be passed over
Sanctioned in both public appearances to date and from the second line will struggle to make any impact
Sanctioned in both public appearances to date and from the second line will struggle to make any impact
Just one respectable run on his formsheet so far and the draw only adds insult to injury
Just one respectable run on his formsheet so far and the draw only adds insult to injury
Winner on debut last month, KALYPSO DE THIERRE (4) went on to score again a fortnight later, and from the 4-spot can keep his successful streak going. He will still meet opposition from the promising KOOPLES DE LARRE (5) who will have come on for his comeback run at Clairefontaine last Sunday. KAZACHOK (6) started to come into himself before being sent for a spell and even though unseen since, he will be reined by Franck Nivard, and should not disappoint. Well-regarded at home, KINGALO (8) lost his action on debut but with Lebourgeois in the saddle this time should be able to bounce back.
Untried filly from a small yard. Qualified decently though and is one to monitor
Untried filly from a small yard. Qualified decently though and is one to monitor
Qualified nicely at Caen recently but takes on some decent fillies first time out and unlikely to spring any surprises
Qualified nicely at Caen recently but takes on some decent fillies first time out and unlikely to spring any surprises
Makes first public appearance with a top jockey on board and if as good in competition as she was in qualification, there should be a cheque here for her
Makes first public appearance with a top jockey on board and if as good in competition as she was in qualification, there should be a cheque here for her
Racecourse debutante from a respectable stable. Qualified respectably at Grosbois in May and can expect to generate some interest
Racecourse debutante from a respectable stable. Qualified respectably at Grosbois in May and can expect to generate some interest
Faulted on monte debut but Larue has fitted her with pads this time and should logically show improvement
Faulted on monte debut but Larue has fitted her with pads this time and should logically show improvement
Three starts under the saddle to date but has looked very ordinary and will have few friends
Three starts under the saddle to date but has looked very ordinary and will have few friends
Modest filly that has failed to finish closer than 5th in as many public appearances and will be lonely in the markets
Modest filly that has failed to finish closer than 5th in as many public appearances and will be lonely in the markets
Was not disgraced on debut but sanctioned in both since and must reaffirm
Was not disgraced on debut but sanctioned in both since and must reaffirm
Well-regarded filly that has shown considerable potential. Pads on all four this time and with Lebourgeois in the hot seat can finally get off the mark
Well-regarded filly that has shown considerable potential. Pads on all four this time and with Lebourgeois in the hot seat can finally get off the mark
Unexceptional filly that was sanctioned on sole start in the discipline and not an obvious choice
Unexceptional filly that was sanctioned on sole start in the discipline and not an obvious choice
Placed just once in four appearances in the code. Shod for second start back and others easier to support
Placed just once in four appearances in the code. Shod for second start back and others easier to support
Produced a pair of decent efforts during the spring but has been disappointing since and chances limited
Produced a pair of decent efforts during the spring but has been disappointing since and chances limited
Useful filly that has been progressing nicely. Unlikely to open her account but can still get in on the action
Useful filly that has been progressing nicely. Unlikely to open her account but can still get in on the action
Showed a different side to herself last time out. Benjamin Rochard in charge of her first steps under the saddle and should not disappoint
Showed a different side to herself last time out. Benjamin Rochard in charge of her first steps under the saddle and should not disappoint
Has looked a different horse since changing vocation. Produced her career-best effort at Agon recently and with pads fitted this time will have her chances
Has looked a different horse since changing vocation. Produced her career-best effort at Agon recently and with pads fitted this time will have her chances
Gave a fine account of herself under the saddle at Caen last month. Ploquin knows her well and, with stride in check, will have a lot to offer
Gave a fine account of herself under the saddle at Caen last month. Ploquin knows her well and, with stride in check, will have a lot to offer
Delicate she may be but KALMIA DES NOES (9) has shown significant aptitude for the monte code; she is fitted with pads for the first time, entrusted to Yoann Lebourgeois for the occasion, and looks a serious proposition. KRISTA TEJY (14) switches code after opening her harness account and if form transitions, she should be in a position to apply the pressure. KELLY DE BANVILLE (16) came close to losing her maiden status at Caen last month and is again expected to play a leading role. KALMIE HAUFOR (3) makes her racecourse debut after having qualified well and the engagement of David Thomain will attract attention.
