Caen 07 October 2023
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Respectable dual-purpose sort returning to the harness code in fine shape but looks outclassed this time around
Respectable dual-purpose sort returning to the harness code in fine shape but looks outclassed this time around
Has hardly set a foot wrong racing right-handed but takes on a superior bunch this time and not an obvious choice
Has hardly set a foot wrong racing right-handed but takes on a superior bunch this time and not an obvious choice
Very impressive during the spring but has since come off the boil and is unlikely to spring any surprises
Very impressive during the spring but has since come off the boil and is unlikely to spring any surprises
Got his career off to a flying start but has struggled since. Will be fresh though and, pads on for the occasion, can get back in the game
Got his career off to a flying start but has struggled since. Will be fresh though and, pads on for the occasion, can get back in the game
Excellent servant that has yet to disappoint. Has already toppled KEPI DEL (10) and, with front pads fitted, must be taken very seriously
Excellent servant that has yet to disappoint. Has already toppled KEPI DEL (10) and, with front pads fitted, must be taken very seriously
Can prove a handful but talent is not in doubt. Is proven at this level and will appreciate the return to 2450m
Can prove a handful but talent is not in doubt. Is proven at this level and will appreciate the return to 2450m
Sanctioned on debut before winning 3 on the trot. In better company this time but still looks competitive for a cheque
Sanctioned on debut before winning 3 on the trot. In better company this time but still looks competitive for a cheque
Good, consistent colt that encouraged when stepped up in category last time out and, with Matthieu Abrivard in charge, will be afforded every chance
Good, consistent colt that encouraged when stepped up in category last time out and, with Matthieu Abrivard in charge, will be afforded every chance
Decent filly but was soundly thrashed at Cabourg and is going to have to show a different side
Decent filly but was soundly thrashed at Cabourg and is going to have to show a different side
Very impressive so far this season. 4 pads fitted for the first time and, with Yoann Lebourgeois in the wagon, can get that maiden monkey off his back
Very impressive so far this season. 4 pads fitted for the first time and, with Yoann Lebourgeois in the wagon, can get that maiden monkey off his back
Occasionally loses his action but otherwise a useful trotter. Unraced since mid-July though and unlikely to shake things up
Occasionally loses his action but otherwise a useful trotter. Unraced since mid-July though and unlikely to shake things up
Progressed nicely during the spring but less performant since the break and needs to step up her game
Progressed nicely during the spring but less performant since the break and needs to step up her game
Erratic type but got back down to business at Reims last time out. Repeat improbable but will still have her supporters
Erratic type but got back down to business at Reims last time out. Repeat improbable but will still have her supporters
Won a brace last season but has failed to live up to expectations this year and can be passed over
Won a brace last season but has failed to live up to expectations this year and can be passed over
Debuts in the discipline after showing significant aptitude under the saddle. Has other priorities though and best to hold off
Debuts in the discipline after showing significant aptitude under the saddle. Has other priorities though and best to hold off
Hardy element that has climbed the class ladder well. Denied a run in Paris last month and, with better luck this time, could well impose
Hardy element that has climbed the class ladder well. Denied a run in Paris last month and, with better luck this time, could well impose
A good field of 3 year-olds here, with a number in contention, but the nod nevertheless goes to the progressive KEPI DEL (10) who, with pads fitted for the first time, can finally get off the mark. He will be opposed by the useful KNOCK OUT (16) who was unlucky in Paris last time out. KING TRACK (8) has done everything asked of him since the start of the summer and looks competitive once more. KINDIA DU CHENE (5) is a model of consistency, beat the favourite at Angers, and will benefit from her new shoeing configuration.
Won over course and distance at 3, missed all of 2022, and has looked very ordinary since. Disregard
Won over course and distance at 3, missed all of 2022, and has looked very ordinary since. Disregard
First time in the monte discipline but has tended to be seen at a much lower level under harness and will have his work cut out
First time in the monte discipline but has tended to be seen at a much lower level under harness and will have his work cut out
Has merit and is a winner racing right-handed, but makes his first start for 3 months and is unlikely to be given a hard race
Has merit and is a winner racing right-handed, but makes his first start for 3 months and is unlikely to be given a hard race
Surprise winner at Agon earlier in the summer but has since come off the boil and can be discounted
Surprise winner at Agon earlier in the summer but has since come off the boil and can be discounted
Tricky type but appears to have found a new lease on life. Is barefoot again and, in similar form, should not be far off the mark
Tricky type but appears to have found a new lease on life. Is barefoot again and, in similar form, should not be far off the mark
Has raced very modestly under harness all season and debuting under the saddle is unlikely to be his ticket to redemption
Has raced very modestly under harness all season and debuting under the saddle is unlikely to be his ticket to redemption
Disappointing under the saddle earlier in his career but imposed with authority at Vire and, with front shoes off again, can double his money
Disappointing under the saddle earlier in his career but imposed with authority at Vire and, with front shoes off again, can double his money
Showed promise at 3 but has not lived up to expectations. Shoes on for 2nd start back and will pose no threat
Showed promise at 3 but has not lived up to expectations. Shoes on for 2nd start back and will pose no threat
Has shown decent aptitude for the code. Is no champion but can play a small role if Delphine Ernault keeps him trotting
Has shown decent aptitude for the code. Is no champion but can play a small role if Delphine Ernault keeps him trotting
Dependability not his strong suit but has respectable monte credentials and can get a look in if he takes to the Caen profile
Dependability not his strong suit but has respectable monte credentials and can get a look in if he takes to the Caen profile
Not the easiest of horses to handle but is proven under the saddle. Top rider in the irons and, unshod in front for re-entry, can open his 2023 account
Not the easiest of horses to handle but is proven under the saddle. Top rider in the irons and, unshod in front for re-entry, can open his 2023 account
Has struggled somewhat since imposing at Chateauroux mid-August and his Caen record speaks for itself
Has struggled somewhat since imposing at Chateauroux mid-August and his Caen record speaks for itself
Mixes the good with the less good but is proven at a superior level in this discipline. In the frame in 2 of 3 starts here and should be competitive for another podium place
Mixes the good with the less good but is proven at a superior level in this discipline. In the frame in 2 of 3 starts here and should be competitive for another podium place
Debuts under the saddle after a modest stint in the other code and will struggle to make his mark
Debuts under the saddle after a modest stint in the other code and will struggle to make his mark
Appears to be getting back in shape following a brace of poor runs earlier in the summer. Unlikely to win a rosette but will still have his supporters
Appears to be getting back in shape following a brace of poor runs earlier in the summer. Unlikely to win a rosette but will still have his supporters
A relatively modest group here but there will be no shortage of competition between recent Vire winner, IRON MAN D'AVRIL (7), and IGOR DE NEUVILLE (11) who has respectable monte references, and who will be aided by a Mathieu Mottier-ride. Proven at this level and adept at Caen, IFALCO DE MAY (13) will garner support, as should INTREPIDE NEMO (5) who has come good again since returning to the discipline.
Unremarkable sort with no place in this line-up and can be confidently disregarded
Unremarkable sort with no place in this line-up and can be confidently disregarded
Rarely far off the mark when he can stay in stride. Has twice won right-handed and his recent Feurs performance stands him in good stead
Rarely far off the mark when he can stay in stride. Has twice won right-handed and his recent Feurs performance stands him in good stead
Quality mare that put on quite the finish in Paris recently. Shoes off this time around and looks a serious proposition
Quality mare that put on quite the finish in Paris recently. Shoes off this time around and looks a serious proposition
Useful on a good day and latterly pleased at Amiens. Placed just once in 3 here though and more a minor place chance this time
Useful on a good day and latterly pleased at Amiens. Placed just once in 3 here though and more a minor place chance this time
Erratic but is not devoid of ability. Latest efforts, however, leave something to be desired
Erratic but is not devoid of ability. Latest efforts, however, leave something to be desired
Fine trotter that won his only start at the venue. Is at the top of his game, has solid category credentials, and is capable of opening his 2023 account
Fine trotter that won his only start at the venue. Is at the top of his game, has solid category credentials, and is capable of opening his 2023 account
On the sidelines for almost two years but is a mare of considerable ability. Is barefoot this time around and, if fully fit, can realise her first goal of the season
On the sidelines for almost two years but is a mare of considerable ability. Is barefoot this time around and, if fully fit, can realise her first goal of the season
Moderate type that tends to show more under the saddle these days and chances slim
Moderate type that tends to show more under the saddle these days and chances slim
Hardy sort that always gives his best. Reassured at Cavaillon after faulting at Vincennes and, shod to preference, can give this a good go
Hardy sort that always gives his best. Reassured at Cavaillon after faulting at Vincennes and, shod to preference, can give this a good go
Honest type with a good record at Caen. Has one race in him since the break and, unshod all 4, will be no soft touch
Honest type with a good record at Caen. Has one race in him since the break and, unshod all 4, will be no soft touch
Classy mare that progressed well last season but is shod for comeback and others preferred
Classy mare that progressed well last season but is shod for comeback and others preferred
Reliability not his strong suit but did reassure last time out. Shoes back on but loves Caen and, even from the 2nd line, must not be overlooked
Reliability not his strong suit but did reassure last time out. Shoes back on but loves Caen and, even from the 2nd line, must not be overlooked
Handy sort with decent references at this level but has not been seen out for 3 months and will need the race
Handy sort with decent references at this level but has not been seen out for 3 months and will need the race
Useful mare with form at a superior level. Out of the picture in last 5 here and current shoeing configuration will limit her prospects
Useful mare with form at a superior level. Out of the picture in last 5 here and current shoeing configuration will limit her prospects
Produced some good efforts earlier in the year before losing his way. Unseen since late June and not a realistic proposition
Produced some good efforts earlier in the year before losing his way. Unseen since late June and not a realistic proposition
Blows hot and cold but is proven in this class. Shod for return to competition though and best to wait
Blows hot and cold but is proven in this class. Shod for return to competition though and best to wait
There is very little in it here and the winner should logically come from the front line. The classy GOULETTE (7) has 2 races under her belt following a long layoff and, barefoot this time, can return to winning ways. Also in with an excellent shout are the similarly barefoot HAPPY DANICA (3) who showed marked improvement at Vincennes a fortnight ago, and the ultra-regular GAMIN DES ISLES (6) who has nothing to prove at this level. GINO VIVA (10) benefits from a fine entry, has twice won here and, barefoot for the first time since January, must not be underestimated.
Modest trotter with better prospects in the amateur category and can be confidently disregarded
Modest trotter with better prospects in the amateur category and can be confidently disregarded
Seldom disappointing these days. Has nothing to prove going clockwise and, in current form, looks a decent minor-place prospect
Seldom disappointing these days. Has nothing to prove going clockwise and, in current form, looks a decent minor-place prospect
Considerably better horse in the other code. Shoes on and no threat
Considerably better horse in the other code. Shoes on and no threat
Won twice during the summer but has since lost his way and will have few takers
Won twice during the summer but has since lost his way and will have few takers
Consistently competitive in this category of event. Benefits from a front-line start and should prove the main threat to HAMPTON DU VIVIER (7)
Consistently competitive in this category of event. Benefits from a front-line start and should prove the main threat to HAMPTON DU VIVIER (7)
Course-and-distance winner during the spring but is never far from faulting. Gets a Yoann Lebourgeois drive for the occasion though and, if behaved, should figure prominently
Course-and-distance winner during the spring but is never far from faulting. Gets a Yoann Lebourgeois drive for the occasion though and, if behaved, should figure prominently
Classy individual that thrives when barefoot. Won her last 3, comes here fresh, and is ideally-placed to make it 4-on-the-trot
Classy individual that thrives when barefoot. Won her last 3, comes here fresh, and is ideally-placed to make it 4-on-the-trot
Tough type with excellent references racing right-handed. Hard to fault when barefoot but in superior company this time and will struggle to make his mark
Tough type with excellent references racing right-handed. Hard to fault when barefoot but in superior company this time and will struggle to make his mark
Very hard to fault when he can keep his action together. Sanctioned in last 2 but can make a big splash if Damien Bonne keeps him trotting
Very hard to fault when he can keep his action together. Sanctioned in last 2 but can make a big splash if Damien Bonne keeps him trotting
Has ability but blows hot and cold. Is in decent shape but is forced to start with a 25m handicap here and chances limited
Has ability but blows hot and cold. Is in decent shape but is forced to start with a 25m handicap here and chances limited
Not always the most dependable but has buckets of ability. Returns barefoot to the harness code and, with application, can put on a decent show
Not always the most dependable but has buckets of ability. Returns barefoot to the harness code and, with application, can put on a decent show
Regularly a case of all-or-nothing in both disciplines but latest form leaves a lot to be desired
Regularly a case of all-or-nothing in both disciplines but latest form leaves a lot to be desired
Fine campaigner that excels under these conditions. Has 2 races under his belt, is barefoot for the first time this autumn and, even from the back line, can get a look in
Fine campaigner that excels under these conditions. Has 2 races under his belt, is barefoot for the first time this autumn and, even from the back line, can get a look in
Quality element in the other branch of the business. Here for a change of scenery and not an obvious choice
Quality element in the other branch of the business. Here for a change of scenery and not an obvious choice
Oddly out of sorts at Vitre last weekend but backs up with Eric Raffin reining and is not incapable of setting the cat among the pigeons
Oddly out of sorts at Vitre last weekend but backs up with Eric Raffin reining and is not incapable of setting the cat among the pigeons
Temperamental trotter but has bags of ability. Lacklustre of late but Abrivard has maintained faith and should not be ruled out
Temperamental trotter but has bags of ability. Lacklustre of late but Abrivard has maintained faith and should not be ruled out
Simply superb when racing barefoot, HAMPTON DU VIVIER (7) makes his Caen debut on a 4-timer and, from the front line, should have this in the bag. That said, the ever-consistent HELIOS DJEMA (5) is similarly well in on the first row and is expected to put up significant resistance. HAND FULL (9) is considerably better than his formcard would suggest and, with stride in check, can figure prominently. HIDALGO DU RIB (11) has previously won under these conditions and, on good behaviour, can finish in the mix.
Has done nothing noteworthy since winning a Biarritz claimer over 3 months ago and can be confidently ruled out
Has done nothing noteworthy since winning a Biarritz claimer over 3 months ago and can be confidently ruled out
Serious trotter that seldom lets the side down when focused. Has one race in him since the layoff and, unshod all 4, can play a leading role
Serious trotter that seldom lets the side down when focused. Has one race in him since the layoff and, unshod all 4, can play a leading role
Not without merit but has not been seen out since June and will be race-rusty
Not without merit but has not been seen out since June and will be race-rusty
Returns to the professional ranks following a fine run of form in the amateur category. Has no particular love for Caen though and others preferred
Returns to the professional ranks following a fine run of form in the amateur category. Has no particular love for Caen though and others preferred
Seen more often in the amateur division these days and, even having encouraged at Vitre last weekend, still has a lot more to find
Seen more often in the amateur division these days and, even having encouraged at Vitre last weekend, still has a lot more to find
Has looked rather ordinary since pulling off a hat-trick during the spring and, even with modified shoeing, must still raise her game
Has looked rather ordinary since pulling off a hat-trick during the spring and, even with modified shoeing, must still raise her game
Occasionally tricky but otherwise very useful. Is plainly back at his best and, while unlikely to have his way, should still acquit himself competitively
Occasionally tricky but otherwise very useful. Is plainly back at his best and, while unlikely to have his way, should still acquit himself competitively
Never far from losing his action but is confirmed at the venue. Showed his form at Gournay and, in similar shape, can confirm
Never far from losing his action but is confirmed at the venue. Showed his form at Gournay and, in similar shape, can confirm
In form but does not have much room for manoeuvre here. Eric Raffin in the hot seat though and must not be overlooked
In form but does not have much room for manoeuvre here. Eric Raffin in the hot seat though and must not be overlooked
Decent sort with a fine entry here. Is in superb condition, adores the venue, and can confirm his Vire victory
Decent sort with a fine entry here. Is in superb condition, adores the venue, and can confirm his Vire victory
Pleased during the summer but lacklustre in last 2. Shoes on again and will pose no danger
Pleased during the summer but lacklustre in last 2. Shoes on again and will pose no danger
Quite the revelation when barefoot. Failed to fire on lone appearance here but has won 3 of last 4 and will justifiably garner significant support
Quite the revelation when barefoot. Failed to fire on lone appearance here but has won 3 of last 4 and will justifiably garner significant support
Moderate type that has looked ordinary since his return to competition and can expect to generate little interest
Moderate type that has looked ordinary since his return to competition and can expect to generate little interest
Useful trotter in both disciplines but sanctioned in 3 of last 4. Is a decent finisher though and can pick up some prizemoney if Barrier keeps him trotting
Useful trotter in both disciplines but sanctioned in 3 of last 4. Is a decent finisher though and can pick up some prizemoney if Barrier keeps him trotting
Classy trotter but has been on the sidelines for over a year and will need the run
Classy trotter but has been on the sidelines for over a year and will need the run
Hardy mare that went into her break on a good note but is shod for re-entry and best to hold off
Hardy mare that went into her break on a good note but is shod for re-entry and best to hold off
Another tight event on the cards here and it is hard to ignore GREAT ROCK (10) who has taken little time getting back to his best. He thrives at Caen and, front shoes off for the occasion, looks a marginally bet than the tough GOLDY SMILE (2) who has shoes off following his re-entry here 2 weeks back. HUNTING (12) has been firing on all cylinders lately and, although 25m worse off, still looks a major player. HIT DE JOBI (8) got back in the game last time out and, from the front row, should not be far off the mark.
Has raced just twice, but has won both well. Is highly-regarded at home but whether she can hold her own in this class remains to be seen
Has raced just twice, but has won both well. Is highly-regarded at home but whether she can hold her own in this class remains to be seen
Has done nothing of note for some time in either code and, even with pads on, looks properly outclassed
Has done nothing of note for some time in either code and, even with pads on, looks properly outclassed
Has demonstrated very good aptitude for the monte discipline but, in this class, will find the going tough
Has demonstrated very good aptitude for the monte discipline but, in this class, will find the going tough
Opened his monte account late-August but has simply not done enough to be considered a priority
Opened his monte account late-August but has simply not done enough to be considered a priority
Switches code for the first time after proving her worth under harness but still looks to have her work cut out
Switches code for the first time after proving her worth under harness but still looks to have her work cut out
Plainly capable but has no references under the saddle. Gets Lagadeuc for the occasion but still not an obvious choice
Plainly capable but has no references under the saddle. Gets Lagadeuc for the occasion but still not an obvious choice
Has taken to the monte code like a duck to water. Superb in Paris late last month and, even at this level, looks good enough to challenge for the win
Has taken to the monte code like a duck to water. Superb in Paris late last month and, even at this level, looks good enough to challenge for the win
Never far from losing her action but has ample ability. Yet to stay in stride at a higher level but has hind pads fitted, and the Eric Raffin-factor cannot be ignored
Never far from losing her action but has ample ability. Yet to stay in stride at a higher level but has hind pads fitted, and the Eric Raffin-factor cannot be ignored
Has made little impact since being stepped up in class but will have come on over the break and, pads fitted for her first objective of the autumn, can get straight down to business
Has made little impact since being stepped up in class but will have come on over the break and, pads fitted for her first objective of the autumn, can get straight down to business
Can prove a handful but has been victorious at Gr.2 level. Unseen since June but has front pads on for re-entry and could pleasantly surprise
Can prove a handful but has been victorious at Gr.2 level. Unseen since June but has front pads on for re-entry and could pleasantly surprise
Pleased on ridden debut before struggling in the race of reference and is unlikely to influence the outcome
Pleased on ridden debut before struggling in the race of reference and is unlikely to influence the outcome
Quality individual that has taken well to her new vocation. Has one race in her since the break and, 4 pads on this time, should not be underestimated
Quality individual that has taken well to her new vocation. Has one race in her since the break and, 4 pads on this time, should not be underestimated
Hardy sort that gave an excellent account behind KYT KAT (16) in Prix d'Essai. Pads fitted this time and, if fully-fit, can give Mathieu Mottier's colt a run for his money
Hardy sort that gave an excellent account behind KYT KAT (16) in Prix d'Essai. Pads fitted this time and, if fully-fit, can give Mathieu Mottier's colt a run for his money
A handful on occasion but can trot. Reassured in the race of reference and, with modified shoeing, must not be underestimated
A handful on occasion but can trot. Reassured in the race of reference and, with modified shoeing, must not be underestimated
Gr.2-winning filly that ran 2nd to the good Kaya Dream at a similar level last time out. Unlikely to strike gold but can still trot her way onto the podium
Gr.2-winning filly that ran 2nd to the good Kaya Dream at a similar level last time out. Unlikely to strike gold but can still trot her way onto the podium
Has come on leaps and bounds this season. Was by no means disgraced on comeback and looks thoroughly capable of setting the record straight
Has come on leaps and bounds this season. Was by no means disgraced on comeback and looks thoroughly capable of setting the record straight
Runner-up to KYT KAT (16) in the Gr.1 Prix d'Essai, KRAFEN (13) was put away for the summer and, after a much-needed lung-opener, is fitted with pads this time and could well turn the tables, although KELLY DE BANVILLE (7) looks a serious proposition on her first appearance in this class. KALEDA GEMA (12) has held her own since being thrown in at the deep end and, with 4 pads fitted for the first time, looks a decent place prospect.
Dependability not her strong suit but encouraged on re-entry at Dieppe and should not be overlooked
Dependability not her strong suit but encouraged on re-entry at Dieppe and should not be overlooked
Not to everyone's liking but imposed well at Laval and, similarly shod, can give this a good go from the first echelon
Not to everyone's liking but imposed well at Laval and, similarly shod, can give this a good go from the first echelon
Has made decent progress since the start of the summer but not enough to be considered a priority here
Has made decent progress since the start of the summer but not enough to be considered a priority here
Moderate type that has twice failed to confirm her Touquet victory and will have few takers
Moderate type that has twice failed to confirm her Touquet victory and will have few takers
Not the most reliable but can trot. At this level though, will have little to offer
Not the most reliable but can trot. At this level though, will have little to offer
Occasionally loses her action but otherwise a very useful mare. Returned to winning ways last time out and, from the front line, should not be far from the action
Occasionally loses her action but otherwise a very useful mare. Returned to winning ways last time out and, from the front line, should not be far from the action
Regular type for the most part. Presently in fine shape, appreciates Caen, and can get a look in
Regular type for the most part. Presently in fine shape, appreciates Caen, and can get a look in
Unexceptional sort that sprang something of a surprise last time out but a repeat appears highly improbable
Unexceptional sort that sprang something of a surprise last time out but a repeat appears highly improbable
Not devoid of ability but has not been seen out since June and, with shoes on, will have limited prospects
Not devoid of ability but has not been seen out since June and, with shoes on, will have limited prospects
Classy individual with excellent credentials in this category. Currently enjoying a productive streak and is expected to keep it going
Classy individual with excellent credentials in this category. Currently enjoying a productive streak and is expected to keep it going
Showed early promise but has not quite lived up to expectations. Unshod behind for comeback though and, with Eric Raffin reining, will generate some interest
Showed early promise but has not quite lived up to expectations. Unshod behind for comeback though and, with Eric Raffin reining, will generate some interest
Faithful for the most part since the summer. Reassured a fortnight ago and looks eminently up to the task
Faithful for the most part since the summer. Reassured a fortnight ago and looks eminently up to the task
Monte horse racing here for a change of scenery and has no realistic chance
Monte horse racing here for a change of scenery and has no realistic chance
No slouch in either code but is still being conditioned and can be passed over
No slouch in either code but is still being conditioned and can be passed over
Regularly object of the stewards' scrutiny but nevertheless showed her form at Vincennes. Reunited with Lebourgeois, who won with her in Paris, and can repeat
Regularly object of the stewards' scrutiny but nevertheless showed her form at Vincennes. Reunited with Lebourgeois, who won with her in Paris, and can repeat
Very hard to knock since returning to racing unshod behind, but shoes back on here and no more than a minor place prospect
Very hard to knock since returning to racing unshod behind, but shoes back on here and no more than a minor place prospect
The back line is where the key is but, in reality, any one of three can bring home the bacon here. IDAYA SOMOLLI (10) is in excellent form and appreciates Caen, but is still going to feel some heat from IVRESSE NONANTAISE (12) who made up for her Bernay blip with a fine performance at Lisieux, and the more erratic INFERNA DE HOUELLE (15) who could well confirm her Vincennes win if Lebourgeois assures her initial strides. ILLARIA MADRIK (6) is 25m better off and, although unlikely to confirm her Borely success, should still give a competitive account.
Back in form after a tough start to the season. Could well have imposed last time out had he not faulted and, with application, can set the record straight
Back in form after a tough start to the season. Could well have imposed last time out had he not faulted and, with application, can set the record straight
Quality trotter that has yet to disappoint here. Has turned a corner since returning to racing shod and should not disappoint
Quality trotter that has yet to disappoint here. Has turned a corner since returning to racing shod and should not disappoint
Cracking mare when she keeps her action together. Put on quite the show to win here earlier this season and, with application, can double up
Cracking mare when she keeps her action together. Put on quite the show to win here earlier this season and, with application, can double up
Has been very hard to knock this year. Currently in top shape and returns to a track she likes. Claim
Has been very hard to knock this year. Currently in top shape and returns to a track she likes. Claim
Unexceptional mare with nothing of note to her name recently and can be confidently passed over
Unexceptional mare with nothing of note to her name recently and can be confidently passed over
Out of sorts this summer but has nothing to prove in this class and can start to set the record straight
Out of sorts this summer but has nothing to prove in this class and can start to set the record straight
Multiple winner under the saddle at 3 & 4. Returns to the code after a lacklustre stretch in the other code and should not be overlooked
Multiple winner under the saddle at 3 & 4. Returns to the code after a lacklustre stretch in the other code and should not be overlooked
Faithful trotter for the most part but could manage only 4th to GAVROCHE BEST (9) at Laval and will need to step up his game
Faithful trotter for the most part but could manage only 4th to GAVROCHE BEST (9) at Laval and will need to step up his game
Hardy element that left a good impression on comeback at Laval. Still has more to find but has previously won under these conditions and can play a small role
Hardy element that left a good impression on comeback at Laval. Still has more to find but has previously won under these conditions and can play a small role
Capable veteran that can still make the grade at this level. Should be fit by now and, with Mathieu Mottier onboard, will be given every chance
Capable veteran that can still make the grade at this level. Should be fit by now and, with Mathieu Mottier onboard, will be given every chance
Unremarkable type that seldom makes his presence felt these days and is not about to change his ways
Unremarkable type that seldom makes his presence felt these days and is not about to change his ways
Quality harness horse that appears to have lost her way. Here for a change of scenery and no threat
Quality harness horse that appears to have lost her way. Here for a change of scenery and no threat
Useful sort with a good entry here. Seldom disappoints when unshod, likes Caen, and will have his supporters
Useful sort with a good entry here. Seldom disappoints when unshod, likes Caen, and will have his supporters
A veritable dynamo when she can bother to stay in stride, HEROINE DU CITRUS (3) won over track and trip early this summer and can repeat if she manages to try 1'12''7 again. That being said, HARMONISTA (4) is clearly at the top of her game and can also boast good Caen references. Winner at Amiens mid-July the last time he raced right-handed under the saddle, HILTON MAZA (2) deserves to be taken seriously. Exceptionally capable when focused, HEROS DE BEYLEV (6) has not delivered for a while but left a better impression in Paris recently and it is only a matter of time before he comes good again.
Surprise winner here late last month before trotting 5th to JAMIN D'ORGERES (7) recently and represents no more than a minor place prospect
Surprise winner here late last month before trotting 5th to JAMIN D'ORGERES (7) recently and represents no more than a minor place prospect
Not as sharp as he was earlier in the year and is unlikely to trouble the judge
Not as sharp as he was earlier in the year and is unlikely to trouble the judge
Not without merit but takes on superior horses this time around and can be passed over
Not without merit but takes on superior horses this time around and can be passed over
Sanctioned in 5 straight after winning in the provinces during the spring and others easier to trust
Sanctioned in 5 straight after winning in the provinces during the spring and others easier to trust
Regularly in the thick of things but seldom gets his nose in front. Is clearly in form but still has more to find
Regularly in the thick of things but seldom gets his nose in front. Is clearly in form but still has more to find
Still somewhat green but got back in the game over track and trip last weekend and must be afforded respect
Still somewhat green but got back in the game over track and trip last weekend and must be afforded respect
Never far from faulting but has ability. Left a good impression here last Sunday and, if applied, can repeat
Never far from faulting but has ability. Left a good impression here last Sunday and, if applied, can repeat
Handy sort that has reflected his stables' form. Leading driver in the sulky here and looks a more serious player this time around
Handy sort that has reflected his stables' form. Leading driver in the sulky here and looks a more serious player this time around
Sanctioned more often than not but has bags of talent. Should appreciate Caen conditions and can win this if Lebourgeois keeps him trotting
Sanctioned more often than not but has bags of talent. Should appreciate Caen conditions and can win this if Lebourgeois keeps him trotting
Less experienced than most here but not the least capable. Has progressed superbly and possesses a realistic chance of imposing
Less experienced than most here but not the least capable. Has progressed superbly and possesses a realistic chance of imposing
Dependable trotter for the most part but has never shown any love for Caen and can be ruled out
Dependable trotter for the most part but has never shown any love for Caen and can be ruled out
Has turned a corner since dropping back in category but climbs the class ladder once more and can expect to find himself outclassed
Has turned a corner since dropping back in category but climbs the class ladder once more and can expect to find himself outclassed
Quality element but sanctioned more often than not. Raffin drafted in for comeback but still hard to make a case
Quality element but sanctioned more often than not. Raffin drafted in for comeback but still hard to make a case
Has considerable ability but has not been seen out since late April and will need the race
Has considerable ability but has not been seen out since late April and will need the race
Useful colt that has struggled this term but reassured with a decent run in better company at Le Mont-Saint-Michel and, even from row 2, will have his supporters
Useful colt that has struggled this term but reassured with a decent run in better company at Le Mont-Saint-Michel and, even from row 2, will have his supporters
A cut above most horses here but has just one race in him since the spell and the 25m penalty will not help matters
A cut above most horses here but has just one race in him since the spell and the 25m penalty will not help matters
A temperamental type he may be but JEAN D'HOLLENBOURG (9) was not disgraced in a better bunch in Paris recently and, if he stays in stride, can win a race of this nature. Although a latecomer to the game, JIMMY DU CLOS (10) has shown significant promise and is not incapable of striking again. The capricious JAMIN D'ORGERES (7) reassured over course and distance last weekend and, on good behaviour, can again go close. JOKER CLASS (8) has enjoyed a fruitful season so far and, with Matthieu Abrivard driving, should realistically improve on his Lisieux performance.
