Cabourg 26 October 2023
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Got his career off to a cracking start but has just one race in him since the summer break and best to hold off
Got his career off to a cracking start but has just one race in him since the summer break and best to hold off
Progressive colt that opened his account 3 weeks ago. Champenois has engaged the champion driver this time and the double looks a distinct possibility
Progressive colt that opened his account 3 weeks ago. Champenois has engaged the champion driver this time and the double looks a distinct possibility
Has shown the limits of his capacity but found his niche last time out. Little chance of repeating but should still acquit himself honourably
Has shown the limits of his capacity but found his niche last time out. Little chance of repeating but should still acquit himself honourably
Alternates the good with the less good but raced better here recently than the result would imply and should not be underestimated
Alternates the good with the less good but raced better here recently than the result would imply and should not be underestimated
Blows hot and cold but has progressed well of late. Fitted with pads this time around and should be able to make a bigger impact than he did at Vertou
Blows hot and cold but has progressed well of late. Fitted with pads this time around and should be able to make a bigger impact than he did at Vertou
Tricky character but successful on his lone appearance racing clockwise. Sanctioned, with gas in the tank, on re-entry and can play the role of spoiler if he keeps his action together
Tricky character but successful on his lone appearance racing clockwise. Sanctioned, with gas in the tank, on re-entry and can play the role of spoiler if he keeps his action together
Has come close more than once to losing his maiden status. Unlikely to pull it off here but can still get in on the action
Has come close more than once to losing his maiden status. Unlikely to pull it off here but can still get in on the action
Sanctioned as often as not but is plainly very capable. Showed courage at Caen last time and, with front pads on for Cabourg debut, can give KASHMIR DU BOCAGE (2) something to think about
Sanctioned as often as not but is plainly very capable. Showed courage at Caen last time and, with front pads on for Cabourg debut, can give KASHMIR DU BOCAGE (2) something to think about
Respectable type that opened his account at Cherbourg 3 weeks ago but takes a notable hike in category and will have his work cut out for him
Respectable type that opened his account at Cherbourg 3 weeks ago but takes a notable hike in category and will have his work cut out for him
Produced his career-best result at Lisieux a month back, but takes on better this time around and no fireworks anticipated
Produced his career-best result at Lisieux a month back, but takes on better this time around and no fireworks anticipated
Has merit but not the easiest of horses to gauge. Disappointed at Caen after his good Craon effort and others preferred
Has merit but not the easiest of horses to gauge. Disappointed at Caen after his good Craon effort and others preferred
Not an easy horse to handle and has twice been sanctioned here , but showed his form last time and, on good behaviour, can trot his way onto the podium
Not an easy horse to handle and has twice been sanctioned here , but showed his form last time and, on good behaviour, can trot his way onto the podium
Honest sort that has acquitted himself decently in all 3 starts at the venue. First time with pads fitted and will be worth monitoring
Honest sort that has acquitted himself decently in all 3 starts at the venue. First time with pads fitted and will be worth monitoring
Never far from losing his action but has evident ability. Sanctioned on re-entry but the change of venue, direction, and driver can play a role in his redemption
Never far from losing his action but has evident ability. Sanctioned on re-entry but the change of venue, direction, and driver can play a role in his redemption
KASHMIR DU BOCAGE (2) has looked a decent colt in the making since last month's debut and, entrusted to Eric Raffin this time, can repeat his Durtal success. Is will not be all plane sailing though given the ability KENDALL (8) has shown and he looks competitively well in on his maiden Cabourg run. Temperamental he may be but KRONOS JIEL (12) has proved himself at this level and, with stride in check, can figure prominently. In the frame in 2 of his last 3, KADOR DE LA COUR (5) is fitted with pads this time and should not be far off the mark.
Never far from losing his action but is confirmed at this level. Has one race under his belt and, if fully-fit, can play a leading role
Never far from losing his action but is confirmed at this level. Has one race under his belt and, if fully-fit, can play a leading role
Respectable sort with 2 races under his belt since the break. Front pads fitted this time but is unlikely to spring any surprises
Respectable sort with 2 races under his belt since the break. Front pads fitted this time but is unlikely to spring any surprises
Has not won since the spring but raced better in his last 2 than the formcard would suggest. Has a top spot in front and can win this if Alexandra Szirmay keeps him trotting
Has not won since the spring but raced better in his last 2 than the formcard would suggest. Has a top spot in front and can win this if Alexandra Szirmay keeps him trotting
Not the most dependable but can trot when focused. Sanctioned at Agen but nevertheless gave a good account and, with stride in check and the plum spot in front, can get back to doing what he does best
Not the most dependable but can trot when focused. Sanctioned at Agen but nevertheless gave a good account and, with stride in check and the plum spot in front, can get back to doing what he does best
Useful on a good day and recently won an Enghien claimer. Not a priority but the draw will do his prospects no disservice
Useful on a good day and recently won an Enghien claimer. Not a priority but the draw will do his prospects no disservice
Blows hot and cold but when focused is not easy to fault. Should not be judged for recent sanction and will have his chances of picking up some prizemoney
Blows hot and cold but when focused is not easy to fault. Should not be judged for recent sanction and will have his chances of picking up some prizemoney
No superstar but has grit and reliability on his side. Forced to start wide but still looks competitively well in
No superstar but has grit and reliability on his side. Forced to start wide but still looks competitively well in
Frequently the object of the stewards' scrutiny but can trot when focused. Not ideally-drawn but can still make his presence felt
Frequently the object of the stewards' scrutiny but can trot when focused. Not ideally-drawn but can still make his presence felt
Modest trotter that has made little impact for some time and is not about to break the mould
Modest trotter that has made little impact for some time and is not about to break the mould
Has looked decidedly ordinary in both codes for the past 18 months and can be passed over
Has looked decidedly ordinary in both codes for the past 18 months and can be passed over
Handy sort but tends to show more at an inferior level. Plainly in shape but the draw will do him no favours
Handy sort but tends to show more at an inferior level. Plainly in shape but the draw will do him no favours
Significantly better horse in the other code. Here for reasons of conditioning no threat
Significantly better horse in the other code. Here for reasons of conditioning no threat
A useful trotter at this level, HEROS DHELPA (3) has nonetheless endured some poor luck recently, but with stride in check, can get back to winning ways. There will be pressure though from the capricious HOPE (1) who is barefoot again following his recent re-entry, and the regular HORSERIS (7) who also starts in front. Although a difficult horse to handle, HOMERE DES NOUES (4) showed his form at Agen and, with application, can redeem himself.
Modest type making her monte debut in very poor form and expectations appear to exceed reality
Modest type making her monte debut in very poor form and expectations appear to exceed reality
Difficult trotter but has ability. Unseen since December though and is sure to need the run
Difficult trotter but has ability. Unseen since December though and is sure to need the run
Has not produced the goods since the spring and once again appears to have a mountain to climb
Has not produced the goods since the spring and once again appears to have a mountain to climb
Delicate but is not one to be underestimated when barefoot. Won last time out but, on this occasion, may be biting off more than she can chew
Delicate but is not one to be underestimated when barefoot. Won last time out but, on this occasion, may be biting off more than she can chew
Clearly a quality colt and won here mid-August. Has proven a handful lately but Mottier maintains faith and the revised shoeing formula may be just what the doctor ordered
Clearly a quality colt and won here mid-August. Has proven a handful lately but Mottier maintains faith and the revised shoeing formula may be just what the doctor ordered
Useful type that consistently gives everything he has. Not as sharp lately but returns to racing barefoot and will generate some interest
Useful type that consistently gives everything he has. Not as sharp lately but returns to racing barefoot and will generate some interest
No slouch on a good day but has not had one of these for some time and can be passed over
No slouch on a good day but has not had one of these for some time and can be passed over
Tricky character but has evident talent. Is proven at the venue but still represents no more than a minor place prospect
Tricky character but has evident talent. Is proven at the venue but still represents no more than a minor place prospect
Tough type with fine references under the saddle. Pleased behind HIER ENCORE (10) last time here and can improve on his recent Reims effort
Tough type with fine references under the saddle. Pleased behind HIER ENCORE (10) last time here and can improve on his recent Reims effort
Good class of trotter that has really come into himself lately. Won over course and distance during the summer and can confirm
Good class of trotter that has really come into himself lately. Won over course and distance during the summer and can confirm
Rarely seen under the saddle, for a very good reason, and current form does nothing to inspire confidence
Rarely seen under the saddle, for a very good reason, and current form does nothing to inspire confidence
Versatile mare but not always the easiest to trust. Returns to racing clockwise though and, with a proven shoeing configuration, looks a player
Versatile mare but not always the easiest to trust. Returns to racing clockwise though and, with a proven shoeing configuration, looks a player
Mixes the good with the less good but returned to winning ways under harness last time out. Appreciates Cabourg and, if form transitions, can put on a good show
Mixes the good with the less good but returned to winning ways under harness last time out. Appreciates Cabourg and, if form transitions, can put on a good show
Kicked the year off splendidly but has since lost her way and can expect to have few takers
Kicked the year off splendidly but has since lost her way and can expect to have few takers
Fine trotter that seldom disappoints in this code. Unseen since his fine victory early August, and although shod for the occasion, is still one for the shortlist
Fine trotter that seldom disappoints in this code. Unseen since his fine victory early August, and although shod for the occasion, is still one for the shortlist
Capricious trotter but seldom faults in this branch of the business. Will be fit following a brace of harness runs and, already a winner at the venue, can repeat
Capricious trotter but seldom faults in this branch of the business. Will be fit following a brace of harness runs and, already a winner at the venue, can repeat
Well-regarded mare but has struggled with stride issues since the summer. Showed her form at La Capelle though and, if behaved, can get a look in
Well-regarded mare but has struggled with stride issues since the summer. Showed her form at La Capelle though and, if behaved, can get a look in
Talented in both codes but steadier and more performant in the monte discipline, HOCKFELER DU MESLE (16) makes his long-awaited return from an extended layoff and can get straight down to business. He will, nevertheless, come up against significant opposition from HIER ENCORE (10) who has been particularly sharp since late-summer. HAGUE GEMA (5) has 2 blips on her card after securing three-in-a-row but is shod differently this time and can get back down to business. Rested since showing great tenacity to win at Meslay during the summer, GOSPEL (15) is shod for comeback but still looks good enough to challenge for as spot in the frame.
Useful trotter that encouraged here during the summer but is shod for re-entry and best to wait
Useful trotter that encouraged here during the summer but is shod for re-entry and best to wait
Has not imposed since his debut but has been a model of consistency since the summer. Little chance of getting his nose in front but, from the first row, still looks competitive for a cheque
Has not imposed since his debut but has been a model of consistency since the summer. Little chance of getting his nose in front but, from the first row, still looks competitive for a cheque
No champion but can trot and is in decent shape. Is proven at the venue but looks no more than a minor place chance
No champion but can trot and is in decent shape. Is proven at the venue but looks no more than a minor place chance
Gives a good account for the most part when applied, but can expect to find the opposition somewhat tougher on this occasion
Gives a good account for the most part when applied, but can expect to find the opposition somewhat tougher on this occasion
Temperamental type that recently reassured under the saddle at Challans but, in this company, is unlikely to set off any fireworks
Temperamental type that recently reassured under the saddle at Challans but, in this company, is unlikely to set off any fireworks
Impressed more than once last season but has not been seen out since May and is unlikely to shake things up
Impressed more than once last season but has not been seen out since May and is unlikely to shake things up
Not short of ability but has yet to make his mark racing clockwise. Is in form but still looks to have his work cut out
Not short of ability but has yet to make his mark racing clockwise. Is in form but still looks to have his work cut out
Hardy sort that is clearly close to his race. Ideally placed in front and, given the form of the Daugeard stable, will be no pushover
Hardy sort that is clearly close to his race. Ideally placed in front and, given the form of the Daugeard stable, will be no pushover
Looked a different horse during the summer, and proved himself here, but shoes on for comeback and not an obvious choice
Looked a different horse during the summer, and proved himself here, but shoes on for comeback and not an obvious choice
No slouch in either code but has proved a handful this term. Pleasantly surprised here 8 days ago but a repeat seems improbable
No slouch in either code but has proved a handful this term. Pleasantly surprised here 8 days ago but a repeat seems improbable
Lost his way somewhat after a superb start to his career. Comes here fresh though and will have his chances if he can keep his mind on the game
Lost his way somewhat after a superb start to his career. Comes here fresh though and will have his chances if he can keep his mind on the game
Very capable trotter that simply thrives at Cabourg. Did not enjoy the best of runs at Vincennes last time but, hind pads fitted for the occasion, is expected to get back in the game
Very capable trotter that simply thrives at Cabourg. Did not enjoy the best of runs at Vincennes last time but, hind pads fitted for the occasion, is expected to get back in the game
Good class of trotter with an excellent strike-rate but stays shod this time and will have other priorities
Good class of trotter with an excellent strike-rate but stays shod this time and will have other priorities
Appears to have come good since returning to racing unshod behind. Shoes back on but is confirmed here and should not be far from the action
Appears to have come good since returning to racing unshod behind. Shoes back on but is confirmed here and should not be far from the action
Not always the easiest to handle but has bags of ability. Gave a fine account here late-August, after a bad start and, with front pads fitted this time, looks a player
Not always the easiest to handle but has bags of ability. Gave a fine account here late-August, after a bad start and, with front pads fitted this time, looks a player
Decent campaigner that has hardly stepped a foot out of line this term. Enjoys an excellent entry and, with a leading driver reining, looks the pick of the field
Decent campaigner that has hardly stepped a foot out of line this term. Enjoys an excellent entry and, with a leading driver reining, looks the pick of the field
An exciting contest in prospect here, with back-row starters looking to have a distinct advantage. JAVELOT DE HOUELLE (16) has raced well so far this season, is ideally engaged at the limit of earnings and, entrusted to Eric Raffin for the first time, looks a marginally better prospect than the somewhat tricky JOYEUX NONNA (15) who left a good impression here during the summer. The promising JUST A DREAM (11) makes his first appearance since July but has hind shoes off and, if at his ease this time, should not disappoint. Seldom far from the action when applied, JAGUAR DE THABE (8) climbs back up the class ladder but benefits from a 25m head-start and must be taken seriously.
Showed early promise but has failed to come good and has no realistic chance
Showed early promise but has failed to come good and has no realistic chance
Not without merit and recently reassured at Landivisiau, but finds himself in better company this time and chances limited
Not without merit and recently reassured at Landivisiau, but finds himself in better company this time and chances limited
Quality element that goes well in either direction. Is plainly in form and, returning to racing unshod behind may prove just the ticket
Quality element that goes well in either direction. Is plainly in form and, returning to racing unshod behind may prove just the ticket
Trotter of considerable ability but Bigeon opts to run him shod this time and best to hold off
Trotter of considerable ability but Bigeon opts to run him shod this time and best to hold off
Twice gave a good account of himself here during the summer but appears to have come off the boil and, shod for the occasion, can be passed over
Twice gave a good account of himself here during the summer but appears to have come off the boil and, shod for the occasion, can be passed over
Enjoyed a fruitful summer but disappointing in last 2. Has previously placed here but is unlikely to shake things up
Enjoyed a fruitful summer but disappointing in last 2. Has previously placed here but is unlikely to shake things up
Hardy sort that has pleased here in both codes. Out of the picture at Lisieux last time but is still one to keep an eye on
Hardy sort that has pleased here in both codes. Out of the picture at Lisieux last time but is still one to keep an eye on
Fine servant that most recently trotted a place behind IGGY DES RIOULTS (16) here after having imposed at Amiens and will not be far from the action
Fine servant that most recently trotted a place behind IGGY DES RIOULTS (16) here after having imposed at Amiens and will not be far from the action
Has struggled this term to reproduce last year's form and, even having shown improvement here 3 weeks ago, returns to racing barefoot and not the most attractive of propositions
Has struggled this term to reproduce last year's form and, even having shown improvement here 3 weeks ago, returns to racing barefoot and not the most attractive of propositions
Very disappointing since winning at Mauquenchy last March and can be ruled out
Very disappointing since winning at Mauquenchy last March and can be ruled out
Has solid references at this level but lost his way during the summer and no chance on first start back
Has solid references at this level but lost his way during the summer and no chance on first start back
One of the more faithful trotters here and latterly showed courage in the capital. 3rd on her Cabourg debut during the summer and, if applied, can repeat
One of the more faithful trotters here and latterly showed courage in the capital. 3rd on her Cabourg debut during the summer and, if applied, can repeat
Significantly better horse than his formcard would suggest. Unable to find a way through at Vincennes, when full of running, but with a better drive can open his autumn account
Significantly better horse than his formcard would suggest. Unable to find a way through at Vincennes, when full of running, but with a better drive can open his autumn account
Reliability not his strong suit but is clearly an able trotter. New to the venue and should give another honest account
Reliability not his strong suit but is clearly an able trotter. New to the venue and should give another honest account
Occasionally loses his action but form is absolutely not in doubt. Excels with Eric Raffin reining and is not incapable of complementing his recent Challans victory
Occasionally loses his action but form is absolutely not in doubt. Excels with Eric Raffin reining and is not incapable of complementing his recent Challans victory
Serious sort at this level of competition. Can prove a handful but latest effort augurs well for his prospects
Serious sort at this level of competition. Can prove a handful but latest effort augurs well for his prospects
Very hard to knock when focused, IDAHO LEGEND (13) has previously proved himself in similar company and would have finished close at Vincennes had a gap opened up. In a bid to set the record straight, his handler is back in the sulky but he will still be wary of the tough IGGY DES RIOULTS (16) who acquitted himself particularly well mid-month, and IENISSE DE BARBRAY (15) who has enjoyed a productive run of form since the summer. IROCKO STRYCK (3) showed his form last time, despite being sanctioned, and on better behaviour can challenge for a place on the podium.
Trounced first time out before redeeming himself in the claiming division but, in this company, will have little to offer
Trounced first time out before redeeming himself in the claiming division but, in this company, will have little to offer
Showed significant potential first time out but sanctioned in next two. Should take well to the new starting procedure though, and can win this if he stays in stride from one end of the race to the other
Showed significant potential first time out but sanctioned in next two. Should take well to the new starting procedure though, and can win this if he stays in stride from one end of the race to the other
Left an excellent impression in Caen qualification before acquitting himself competitively first time out and, from the 3-spot, will be no pushover
Left an excellent impression in Caen qualification before acquitting himself competitively first time out and, from the 3-spot, will be no pushover
Sanctioned on debut before coming good at Vichy last month. Has freshness on his side and, perfectly-placed behind the car, can make a big impact
Sanctioned on debut before coming good at Vichy last month. Has freshness on his side and, perfectly-placed behind the car, can make a big impact
Showed little in last month's qualification but pleasantly surprised on debut. On a hard surface this time and the draw will only work to his advantage
Showed little in last month's qualification but pleasantly surprised on debut. On a hard surface this time and the draw will only work to his advantage
Gave a respectable account in qualification but was flattered by his Reims result and chances limited
Gave a respectable account in qualification but was flattered by his Reims result and chances limited
Solid in 2 of 3 starts to date. Defied his odds here 3 weeks ago and, although drawn wide, can still get a look in
Solid in 2 of 3 starts to date. Defied his odds here 3 weeks ago and, although drawn wide, can still get a look in
Qualified nicely before losing his action when full of running on debut. Not ideally-drawn but, on good behaviour, can redeem himself
Qualified nicely before losing his action when full of running on debut. Not ideally-drawn but, on good behaviour, can redeem himself
Unseen since qualifying decently late-spring. Has a tough draw for debut however and others preferred
Unseen since qualifying decently late-spring. Has a tough draw for debut however and others preferred
Looked very ordinary here on debut behind LOVELY FAST (7) and already looks an also-ran
Looked very ordinary here on debut behind LOVELY FAST (7) and already looks an also-ran
Made little impression in qualification during the summer. Handed a tough draw and is unlikely to shake things up first time out
Made little impression in qualification during the summer. Handed a tough draw and is unlikely to shake things up first time out
LUDO SANTIGNY (2) is something of a complicated individual but he has evident ability. Well-placed behind the car, he should appreciate the mobile start and, with hind pads fitted this time, can get back down to business. David Thomain will still be keeping a keen eye on his neighbour, LOVELY DREAM (3) who confirmed his fine qualification with a solid debut run at Cordemais earlier in the month. The ideally-positioned LASCAUX DU PERCHE (4) took well to racing right-handed and will have his chances if he can replicate his Vichy performance. LUCKY PIYA (8) is the least well-drawn of this quartet but he would have finished close at Bihorel-les-Rouen had he not faulted and must be afforded another chance.
Yet to show any particular aptitude for the game and will struggle to make her mark
Yet to show any particular aptitude for the game and will struggle to make her mark
Gave a very good account of herself on debut at Nancy. Benefits from an excellent spot in front and, with form maintained, should not disappoint
Gave a very good account of herself on debut at Nancy. Benefits from an excellent spot in front and, with form maintained, should not disappoint
Has twice acquitted herself well on turf. Hind pads fitted for first public start on a hard surface and looks a major player
Has twice acquitted herself well on turf. Hind pads fitted for first public start on a hard surface and looks a major player
Yet to show her best side but has obvious potential. Pads fitted for the first time though and, from the 4-spot, should not be far off the mark
Yet to show her best side but has obvious potential. Pads fitted for the first time though and, from the 4-spot, should not be far off the mark
Hard to fault on her recent Bihorel debut. Benefits from a good spot behind the car and, in similar form, can get a look in
Hard to fault on her recent Bihorel debut. Benefits from a good spot behind the car and, in similar form, can get a look in
Has twice failed to deliver at Cabourg. Showed improvement in a claimer last time and that is arguably the place for her
Has twice failed to deliver at Cabourg. Showed improvement in a claimer last time and that is arguably the place for her
Solid on debut following an eye-catching qualification. Returns fresh and, although starting wide, may well prove the one to beat
Solid on debut following an eye-catching qualification. Returns fresh and, although starting wide, may well prove the one to beat
Modest filly with little to offer here and the draw only complicates matters
Modest filly with little to offer here and the draw only complicates matters
Has done nothing noteworthy since her July debut and can be confidently ruled out
Has done nothing noteworthy since her July debut and can be confidently ruled out
Caught the eye in qualification earlier in the year and, while disappointing last week first time out, should logically show improvement
Caught the eye in qualification earlier in the year and, while disappointing last week first time out, should logically show improvement
Pleasant in qualification but lost her action first time out and others easier to back
Pleasant in qualification but lost her action first time out and others easier to back
Racecourse debutante that looked smart in qualification. Not ideally-drawn but still looks a decent place chance
Racecourse debutante that looked smart in qualification. Not ideally-drawn but still looks a decent place chance
Looked rather agricultural on debut during the summer. Has not been seen out since and is unlikely to influence the result
Looked rather agricultural on debut during the summer. Has not been seen out since and is unlikely to influence the result
Untried type that was not over-taxed in qualification but still looks good enough to challenge for a place in the first 5
Untried type that was not over-taxed in qualification but still looks good enough to challenge for a place in the first 5
After qualifying very nicely during the summer at Caen, L'ILE DU TRIEUX (7) went on to make a fine debut at Saint-Malo, and given time to come into herself since, she returns to competition with a very good hand to play. Sebastien Ernault can still expect to feel some heat from the better-positioned LISBONNE (3) who has hind pads fitted for the first time. Starting just to her inside, LOLITA TURGOT (2) looked very smart first time out and appears similarly competitive. The untried LOVE LETTER (12) is forced to start on the 2nd row but demonstrated decent aptitude in qualification and must be respected.
Capricious type that has yet to finish a race without the stewards' intervention and can be passed over
Capricious type that has yet to finish a race without the stewards' intervention and can be passed over
Sanctioned in all 3 monte starts to date. 4 pads fitted, and reunited with Desmigneux, but still not an obvious choice
Sanctioned in all 3 monte starts to date. 4 pads fitted, and reunited with Desmigneux, but still not an obvious choice
Has looked decidedly ordinary so far. Will be fresh but still not an obvious choice
Has looked decidedly ordinary so far. Will be fresh but still not an obvious choice
Well-regarded but yet to deliver. Makes his first appearance for the Mottier stable though and, fitted with 4 pads for the first time, can get straight down to business
Well-regarded but yet to deliver. Makes his first appearance for the Mottier stable though and, fitted with 4 pads for the first time, can get straight down to business
Unremarkable trotter that has looked very ordinary in both codes and has no realistic chance
Unremarkable trotter that has looked very ordinary in both codes and has no realistic chance
No closer than 7th in 5 career starts and switching to the monte discipline is unlikely to pay dividends
No closer than 7th in 5 career starts and switching to the monte discipline is unlikely to pay dividends
Unexceptional sort that showed improvement in the race of reference but still appears to have a mountain to climb
Unexceptional sort that showed improvement in the race of reference but still appears to have a mountain to climb
Yet to demonstrate any aptitude for either code and can be confidently ruled out
Yet to demonstrate any aptitude for either code and can be confidently ruled out
Gave a good account on ridden debut but sanctioned in next 2. Returns from a spell and will have freshness on his side, but others still preferred
Gave a good account on ridden debut but sanctioned in next 2. Returns from a spell and will have freshness on his side, but others still preferred
Tricky but useful type making his first appearance since the spell. Front pads on for the occasion and, with application, can play a leading role
Tricky but useful type making his first appearance since the spell. Front pads on for the occasion and, with application, can play a leading role
Has shown respectable aptitude for both codes. Stays shod this time around but can still make the first 5
Has shown respectable aptitude for both codes. Stays shod this time around but can still make the first 5
No champion but can trot. Steps up in category though and will need to find more
No champion but can trot. Steps up in category though and will need to find more
Debuted nicely under harness before confirming here under the saddle, beating a host of others in this field, and is not incapable of getting off the mark
Debuted nicely under harness before confirming here under the saddle, beating a host of others in this field, and is not incapable of getting off the mark
Showed early promise under harness but has proved a handful since. Has merit though and Thomain in the irons for monte debut will do his prospects no disservice
Showed early promise under harness but has proved a handful since. Has merit though and Thomain in the irons for monte debut will do his prospects no disservice
Sanctioned more often than not but has shown a different side since switching codes. Appreciates Cabourg and, with application, will have his chances
Sanctioned more often than not but has shown a different side since switching codes. Appreciates Cabourg and, with application, will have his chances
Honest sort that consistently gives his best. Goes right-handed for the first time and should not be ignored
Honest sort that consistently gives his best. Goes right-handed for the first time and should not be ignored
Not the easiest of races to decipher but a tentative nod nevertheless goes to the promising KAHIRO (4) who has yet to show his true colours but, having moved to the Mathieu Mottier yard over the summer, and racing with pads for the occasion, looks a serious proposition. That said, KAYAK GEMA (13) left a good impression on his monte debut here recently and will have come on for the run. KINGALO DU CHENE (10) may not be the easiest of horses to handle but has the quality to hold his own here, as does the delicate KENTUCKY DU CAIEU (15) who boasts solid references under these conditions.
