Caen 13 March 2025
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Qualified in 1’20”5 under the saddle at Meslay-du-Maine in November and is unlikely to generate much interest
Qualified in 1’20”5 under the saddle at Meslay-du-Maine in November and is unlikely to generate much interest
Qualified under harness in 1’20”3 at Meslay-du-Maine last June. Guillaume Martin aboard for debut but is unlikely to shake things up
Qualified under harness in 1’20”3 at Meslay-du-Maine last June. Guillaume Martin aboard for debut but is unlikely to shake things up
Switches code for first time after finishing last but one in a 2100m Vincennes claimer 3 weeks ago, and appears to have no possible chance
Switches code for first time after finishing last but one in a 2100m Vincennes claimer 3 weeks ago, and appears to have no possible chance
6th of 7 finishers, a place behind MARIT MARIANNE (6), in a 2200m Vincennes Class D on 12 February. Raced better that day though than the result would imply and must be considered a decent first-5 chance
6th of 7 finishers, a place behind MARIT MARIANNE (6), in a 2200m Vincennes Class D on 12 February. Raced better that day though than the result would imply and must be considered a decent first-5 chance
Back under the saddle after finishing 7th of 12 in a 2150m Vire Class E early this month and is not about to spring any surprises
Back under the saddle after finishing 7th of 12 in a 2150m Vire Class E early this month and is not about to spring any surprises
Courageous but unexceptional 5th of 7 finishers in a 2200m Vincennes Class D on 12 February, but should nevertheless be able to hold her own
Courageous but unexceptional 5th of 7 finishers in a 2200m Vincennes Class D on 12 February, but should nevertheless be able to hold her own
3rd to MOON STAR (12) on debut before running 4th in a 2200m Vincennes Class D a month back, only to be sanctioned. With stride in check though, a place in the frame is well within her capacity
3rd to MOON STAR (12) on debut before running 4th in a 2200m Vincennes Class D a month back, only to be sanctioned. With stride in check though, a place in the frame is well within her capacity
Quickly sanctioned in a 2200m Vincennes Class D a month ago. Is not totally devoid of ability but takes on a tougher bunch here
Quickly sanctioned in a 2200m Vincennes Class D a month ago. Is not totally devoid of ability but takes on a tougher bunch here
2nd of 6 finishers, on debut, in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 2 February. Beaten only by a good horse that day and, with Mathieu Mottier in the irons, looks a serious proposition
2nd of 6 finishers, on debut, in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 2 February. Beaten only by a good horse that day and, with Mathieu Mottier in the irons, looks a serious proposition
Takes first competitive steps under the saddle after running 5th of 14 in a 2850m Mauquenchy harness Class E a fortnight ago and, while not a priority, must still be respected
Takes first competitive steps under the saddle after running 5th of 14 in a 2850m Mauquenchy harness Class E a fortnight ago and, while not a priority, must still be respected
Unraced since winning a 2300m Argentan Class F on debut mid-December. Has had ample time to recover and can make a big impact if she takes to the new profile
Unraced since winning a 2300m Argentan Class F on debut mid-December. Has had ample time to recover and can make a big impact if she takes to the new profile
Failed to confirm Argentan victory when faulting in a 2200m Vincennes Class D a month ago. Is a serious sort in the making though and can make this her own if she keeps trotting
Failed to confirm Argentan victory when faulting in a 2200m Vincennes Class D a month ago. Is a serious sort in the making though and can make this her own if she keeps trotting
Thierry Duvaldestin sends out a pair here, with MOON STAR (12) very easy to like even though she came a cropper last time out, and Florian Desmigneux will be eager to put things right. Stablemate MARIE ROSE (9) will have come on for her promising debut run and looks a solid podium prospect. MELUSINEDARCHE (11) left a very good impression at Argentan first time out and even though returning from a break, still looks capable of getting straight back in the game. MONA GALAA (7) hails from a good home, has shown significant potential, and with application can challenge for a place on the podium.
Qualified in 1'19'2 here last May. Is from a good family, will be reined by David Thomain for his debut, and is not incapable of getting his nose in front
Qualified in 1'19'2 here last May. Is from a good family, will be reined by David Thomain for his debut, and is not incapable of getting his nose in front
Untried element that qualified in 1'19'0 here last September. Faces some quality elements first time out and will most likely have too much to do
Untried element that qualified in 1'19'0 here last September. Faces some quality elements first time out and will most likely have too much to do
8th of 11 behind MAXIMUS MATIDY (11) in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F 11 days ago and quite simply has too much to find
8th of 11 behind MAXIMUS MATIDY (11) in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F 11 days ago and quite simply has too much to find
Never dangerous when sanctioned, on debut, in a 2850m Laval Class E a fortnight ago and is unlikely to make much of an impact this time either
Never dangerous when sanctioned, on debut, in a 2850m Laval Class E a fortnight ago and is unlikely to make much of an impact this time either
Made it 2 straight sanctions when faulting in a 2150m Vire Class E earlier in the month. Is undeniably a colt for the future and with application will be no easy touch
Made it 2 straight sanctions when faulting in a 2150m Vire Class E earlier in the month. Is undeniably a colt for the future and with application will be no easy touch
Qualified nicely here last month but will need to improve on debut 7th of 8 in a 2375m Challans Class F last Sunday
Qualified nicely here last month but will need to improve on debut 7th of 8 in a 2375m Challans Class F last Sunday
Last of 6, but by no means disgraced, on debut in a 2225m Mauquenchy Class E 3 weeks ago. Unlikely to cause an upset but should nevertheless be able to hold his own
Last of 6, but by no means disgraced, on debut in a 2225m Mauquenchy Class E 3 weeks ago. Unlikely to cause an upset but should nevertheless be able to hold his own
5th of 7 finishers, first time out, in a 2800m Cholet Class F on 2 March. Will have come on for the run and could yet go closer
5th of 7 finishers, first time out, in a 2800m Cholet Class F on 2 March. Will have come on for the run and could yet go closer
Encouraged in last month's debut before being sanctioned in a 2150m Vire Class E 11 days ago. Has merit but no more than a minor place prospect
Encouraged in last month's debut before being sanctioned in a 2150m Vire Class E 11 days ago. Has merit but no more than a minor place prospect
Returns to racing right-handed after running 5th of 10 in a 2200m Pontchateau Class F 3.5 weeks ago but is not about to spring any surprises
Returns to racing right-handed after running 5th of 10 in a 2200m Pontchateau Class F 3.5 weeks ago but is not about to spring any surprises
Is better than his 5th of 11 in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F 11 days ago would suggest. Should take well to Caen conditions and Yoann Lebourgeois will be in the hot-seat this time. Place chance
Is better than his 5th of 11 in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F 11 days ago would suggest. Should take well to Caen conditions and Yoann Lebourgeois will be in the hot-seat this time. Place chance
Tricky colt but has buckets of ability. Sanctioned in a 2850m Laval Class F mid-February but will have the champion driver reining this time and can impose
Tricky colt but has buckets of ability. Sanctioned in a 2850m Laval Class F mid-February but will have the champion driver reining this time and can impose
Even though his numbers leave a lot to be desired, MISTER CHARM (12) showed his form at Laval last month and with Eric Raffin in the bike this time can start to make good on his promise. He can nevertheless expect resistance from the well-related MEURSAULT (1) who qualified here last spring, and MAXIMUS MATIDY (11) who is constantly progressing. Entrusted to Anthony Barrier for the first time, MOON WALKER (5) will have his chances if he keeps trotting.
In the frame in 2 of last 3, most recently 3rd of 16 in a 2700m Graignes amateurs Class G 2.5 weeks ago. Steps back up in category, with hind shoes off, but is still no more than an outside chance
In the frame in 2 of last 3, most recently 3rd of 16 in a 2700m Graignes amateurs Class G 2.5 weeks ago. Steps back up in category, with hind shoes off, but is still no more than an outside chance
8th of 16 behind I LOVE JAM (1) in a 2700m Graignes amateurs Class G 2.5 weeks ago, and has no realistic chance
8th of 16 behind I LOVE JAM (1) in a 2700m Graignes amateurs Class G 2.5 weeks ago, and has no realistic chance
Good 4th of 9 finishers in a 2725m Graignes Class F a month back. Is never far from faulting but with stride in check can finish in the mix
Good 4th of 9 finishers in a 2725m Graignes Class F a month back. Is never far from faulting but with stride in check can finish in the mix
Has not been seen out since finishing 11th of 16 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F on 13 November. Shoes off for comeback but others still easier to like
Has not been seen out since finishing 11th of 16 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F on 13 November. Shoes off for comeback but others still easier to like
Starts for first time since running 6th of 12 in a 2500m Reims Class F mid-November. Returns from a break but is barefoot for the occasion and should have a good hand to play
Starts for first time since running 6th of 12 in a 2500m Reims Class F mid-November. Returns from a break but is barefoot for the occasion and should have a good hand to play
8th of 14 behind JAGUAR D'ERABLE (7) in a 2700m Vincennes Class F on 11 February. Has never delivered here but in current form is hard to ignore
8th of 14 behind JAGUAR D'ERABLE (7) in a 2700m Vincennes Class F on 11 February. Has never delivered here but in current form is hard to ignore
Versatile sort that missed out by little in a 2700m Vincennes Class F on 11 February. Is plainly close to his race and Theo Bizoux can be confident of a big run. Claim
Versatile sort that missed out by little in a 2700m Vincennes Class F on 11 February. Is plainly close to his race and Theo Bizoux can be confident of a big run. Claim
Sanctioned, on return to competition, in a 3000m Nantes Class E on 26 January. Is clearly off his porridge and with shoes on can be ruled out
Sanctioned, on return to competition, in a 3000m Nantes Class E on 26 January. Is clearly off his porridge and with shoes on can be ruled out
Makes Caen debut a month after having secured a 2725m Graignes Class F a month ago. Is new to Caen but in current condition can be assured significant support
Makes Caen debut a month after having secured a 2725m Graignes Class F a month ago. Is new to Caen but in current condition can be assured significant support
Failed to confirm Mauquenchy performance when sanctioned in a 2500m Reims amateurs Class G 11 days ago. Is in his category, gets on well with Alice Bourgoin, and with application will not be far off the mark
Failed to confirm Mauquenchy performance when sanctioned in a 2500m Reims amateurs Class G 11 days ago. Is in his category, gets on well with Alice Bourgoin, and with application will not be far off the mark
5th of 13 in a 2700m Graignes Class E on 23 February. Races barefoot for just second time and should not be ignored
5th of 13 in a 2700m Graignes Class E on 23 February. Races barefoot for just second time and should not be ignored
Unexceptional 5th of 14 in a 2700m Class D at Lyon-La Soie 2.5 weeks ago. Always gives his best but that is not going to be enough this time around
Unexceptional 5th of 14 in a 2700m Class D at Lyon-La Soie 2.5 weeks ago. Always gives his best but that is not going to be enough this time around
Unseen since finishing last of 14 in a 2850m Laval Class E early-November. Has no love for the venue and will have nothing to contribute
Unseen since finishing last of 14 in a 2850m Laval Class E early-November. Has no love for the venue and will have nothing to contribute
Sanctioned on re-entry before coming 9th of 16 in a 2875m Argentan amateurs Class G 3.5 weeks ago, and others easier to trust
Sanctioned on re-entry before coming 9th of 16 in a 2875m Argentan amateurs Class G 3.5 weeks ago, and others easier to trust
Ran 3rd at Nantes prior to coming 4th of 16 in a 2300m Chateaubriant Class E on 3 February. Arguably better racing left-handed but is plainly in rude health and will be expected to play an active role. Place prospect
Ran 3rd at Nantes prior to coming 4th of 16 in a 2300m Chateaubriant Class E on 3 February. Arguably better racing left-handed but is plainly in rude health and will be expected to play an active role. Place prospect
Unremarkable 5th of 14 in a 2700m Class D at Lyon-La Soie 2.5 weeks ago. Has previously won under these conditions but on this occasion will struggle to make his mark
Unremarkable 5th of 14 in a 2700m Class D at Lyon-La Soie 2.5 weeks ago. Has previously won under these conditions but on this occasion will struggle to make his mark
In the frame in two of his last 3, JAGUAR D'ERABLE (7) has taken his game to another level recently and, twice a runner-up here, can go one better. Theo Bizoux can nonetheless expect to be opposed by a barefoot JURA (9) who is plainly back at his best, and the superbly-entered JOW PIQUENARD (15) who has been very hard to fault this winter. JOKER DE VOUEDE (6) can prove a handful but has acquitted himself decently in Paris and in this category looks a player.
Has not been seen out since being sanctioned in a 2700m Vincennes Class D mid-September. Is not here for reasons of conditioning and must be taken at face value. Claim
Has not been seen out since being sanctioned in a 2700m Vincennes Class D mid-September. Is not here for reasons of conditioning and must be taken at face value. Claim
Hardy element making first appearance since coming 6th of 16 in a 2875m Enghien Class D last October. Twice a winner in 4 clockwise starts and is not to be overlooked
Hardy element making first appearance since coming 6th of 16 in a 2875m Enghien Class D last October. Twice a winner in 4 clockwise starts and is not to be overlooked
6th of 11 finishers in a 2875m Argentan Class E early-February, on first start for 5 months. Will have progressed for the race and is ideally-positioned to give this a good go
6th of 11 finishers in a 2875m Argentan Class E early-February, on first start for 5 months. Will have progressed for the race and is ideally-positioned to give this a good go
Makes first appearance since finishing last of 9 in a 2850m Vincennes claimer last May and is unlikely to ruffle any feathers
Makes first appearance since finishing last of 9 in a 2850m Vincennes claimer last May and is unlikely to ruffle any feathers
Imposed at Angers before running 2nd of 15 in a 2700m Vire Class F on 2 March. Is plainly close to winning another and will be no soft touch at the business end of affairs
Imposed at Angers before running 2nd of 15 in a 2700m Vire Class F on 2 March. Is plainly close to winning another and will be no soft touch at the business end of affairs
Unraced since faulting in a 2850m Laval Class E on 8 November. Shoes fitted for comeback though and best to hold off
Unraced since faulting in a 2850m Laval Class E on 8 November. Shoes fitted for comeback though and best to hold off
5th of 10 finishers in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E on 25 February. Starts wide but has won 3 from 6 racing right-handed and is not about to disappoint
5th of 10 finishers in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E on 25 February. Starts wide but has won 3 from 6 racing right-handed and is not about to disappoint
Ran 3rd at Mauquenchy on 5 February but only 7th of 10 finishers behind KIWI DE BAFFAIS (7) in a 2850m Class E at same venue 3 weeks later. Has no right-handed references and others easier to back
Ran 3rd at Mauquenchy on 5 February but only 7th of 10 finishers behind KIWI DE BAFFAIS (7) in a 2850m Class E at same venue 3 weeks later. Has no right-handed references and others easier to back
Useful sort that was never at his ease when sanctioned in a 3150m Saint-Brieuc Class E on 24 January. Has yet to make any impression at Caen but in current shape is easy to like. First 5
Useful sort that was never at his ease when sanctioned in a 3150m Saint-Brieuc Class E on 24 January. Has yet to make any impression at Caen but in current shape is easy to like. First 5
Progressive but tricky sort making first start since faulting in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 24 November. Shoes on for re-entry and will not be given a hard race
Progressive but tricky sort making first start since faulting in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 24 November. Shoes on for re-entry and will not be given a hard race
Unseen since losing his action in a 2150m Enghien Class E early-October. Has shown a considerable liking for Caen and even though shod can still get a look-in
Unseen since losing his action in a 2150m Enghien Class E early-October. Has shown a considerable liking for Caen and even though shod can still get a look-in
Starts for the first time since being sanctioned in a 2575m Agen Class F mid-September. Shod for Caen debut and others preferred
Starts for the first time since being sanctioned in a 2575m Agen Class F mid-September. Shod for Caen debut and others preferred
Although unraced since September, KENAVO TUILERIE (1) is being sent out shod to preference, with Yoann Lebourgeois reining and, if applied, can open his 2025 account. It will not be all plain sailing though given how well KARO DAIRPET (5) has been comporting himself over recent months. KING OF DAY (3) has a race under his belt, is barefoot for the occasion, and James Lebouteiller will have eyes on the trophy. KIWI DE BAFFAIS (7) left a good impression at Mauquenchy recently and can challenge for a place in the frame.
Last but one in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 16 February and can be confidently ruled out
Last but one in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 16 February and can be confidently ruled out
Sanctioned, on return from a spell, in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F on 25 February. Has no love for Caen and can be passed over
Sanctioned, on return from a spell, in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F on 25 February. Has no love for Caen and can be passed over
6th of 8 finishers when preparing for this in a 3000m Nantes harness Class E on 18 February. Won here last November and is not going to be far off the mark
6th of 8 finishers when preparing for this in a 3000m Nantes harness Class E on 18 February. Won here last November and is not going to be far off the mark
Debuts under the saddle after having been sanctioned in a 2200m harness Class E here 10 days ago. Is not without merit but will nonetheless struggle in this company
Debuts under the saddle after having been sanctioned in a 2200m harness Class E here 10 days ago. Is not without merit but will nonetheless struggle in this company
Makes first appearance since being sanctioned in a 2850m Vincennes harness Class D on 7 January. Tricky character but already boasts 3 Caen victories and can go close if Paul Ploquin keeps him focused
Makes first appearance since being sanctioned in a 2850m Vincennes harness Class D on 7 January. Tricky character but already boasts 3 Caen victories and can go close if Paul Ploquin keeps him focused
Complicated but capable type starting for first time since being sanctioned in a 2700m Vincennes Class E last October. Is barefoot for re-entry though and must not be overlooked
Complicated but capable type starting for first time since being sanctioned in a 2700m Vincennes Class E last October. Is barefoot for re-entry though and must not be overlooked
10th of 16 when preparing for this in a 2200m harness Class E here 10 days ago. Champion jockey in the irons and returns to the discipline with a good hand to play
10th of 16 when preparing for this in a 2200m harness Class E here 10 days ago. Champion jockey in the irons and returns to the discipline with a good hand to play
Sanctioned in a 2700m Vincennes harness Class E a fortnight ago. Races shod and has nothing to offer
Sanctioned in a 2700m Vincennes harness Class E a fortnight ago. Races shod and has nothing to offer
11th of 16 in a 2700m Vincennes harness Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Has placed in 2 of 3 monte starts, is confirmed at Caen, and reverts to a previous configuration. First 5
11th of 16 in a 2700m Vincennes harness Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Has placed in 2 of 3 monte starts, is confirmed at Caen, and reverts to a previous configuration. First 5
Useful type returning to code of preference after 2 harness conditioners, latterly sanctioned in a 2800m Vire Class E 11 days ago. Hind shoes off and worth keeping an eye on
Useful type returning to code of preference after 2 harness conditioners, latterly sanctioned in a 2800m Vire Class E 11 days ago. Hind shoes off and worth keeping an eye on
Lost her action in a 3125m harness Class E at Angers late-January. Sanctioned in 3 of 4 clockwise starts and others easier to back
Lost her action in a 3125m harness Class E at Angers late-January. Sanctioned in 3 of 4 clockwise starts and others easier to back
Back under the saddle after winning a 2850m harness Class E at Laval mid-February. Has previously scored for Mathieu Mottier and is eminently capable of repeating
Back under the saddle after winning a 2850m harness Class E at Laval mid-February. Has previously scored for Mathieu Mottier and is eminently capable of repeating
Placed twice before running 6th of 8, following an uneasy break, in a 2700m Vincennes Class D late-January. Enjoys an excellent entry though and will be expected to bring the fight to KRYSEIS (12)
Placed twice before running 6th of 8, following an uneasy break, in a 2700m Vincennes Class D late-January. Enjoys an excellent entry though and will be expected to bring the fight to KRYSEIS (12)
Winner on her ridden debut at Vincennes last November, and most recently victorious under harness, KRYSEIS (12) is reunited with Mathieu Mottier, will be shod as she was in Paris, and looks a marginally better option to KRISTALE D'ERABLE (13) who has never let the side down at Caen. Significantly better than latest numbers would suggest, KORSO SNOB (3) returns barefoot to a track he appreciates and must be respected, as should the reconfigured KANTOUTSTART (7) who will be ridden by Eric Raffin for the occasion.
Reassuring 4th of 12 in a 2875m Argentan Class E on 16 February. 4 pads fitted this time and not an obvious choice
Reassuring 4th of 12 in a 2875m Argentan Class E on 16 February. 4 pads fitted this time and not an obvious choice
Facile winner of a 3000m Nantes Class E on 22 February, her first start for 4 months. Will have progressed for the run, is competitively-shod for first time, and must not be underestimated
Facile winner of a 3000m Nantes Class E on 22 February, her first start for 4 months. Will have progressed for the run, is competitively-shod for first time, and must not be underestimated
7th of 11 on comeback in a 2875m Argentan Class E on 16 February. Has merit but is never far from faulting and others preferred
7th of 11 on comeback in a 2875m Argentan Class E on 16 February. Has merit but is never far from faulting and others preferred
3rd of 11 to LOVELY JIM (2), on re-entry, in a 3000m Nantes Class E on 22 February. Is proven racing clockwise but takes on a good lot this time and unlikely to stir things up
3rd of 11 to LOVELY JIM (2), on re-entry, in a 3000m Nantes Class E on 22 February. Is proven racing clockwise but takes on a good lot this time and unlikely to stir things up
Made amends for Mauquenchy blip when 2nd of 11 in a 2850m Laval Class E a fortnight ago. Is close to his race but in this company may have to settle for a minor place
Made amends for Mauquenchy blip when 2nd of 11 in a 2850m Laval Class E a fortnight ago. Is close to his race but in this company may have to settle for a minor place
8th of 15 in a 2100m Vincennes Class D a month ago but subsequently placed last. Showed her form all the same and will be no pushover if David Thomain keeps her focused
8th of 15 in a 2100m Vincennes Class D a month ago but subsequently placed last. Showed her form all the same and will be no pushover if David Thomain keeps her focused
Made up for Vincennes blunder when comfortably winning a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E on 25 February. In similar form can make it 2 on the trot
Made up for Vincennes blunder when comfortably winning a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E on 25 February. In similar form can make it 2 on the trot
Sanctioned in last 5, latterly a 2700m Vincennes Class D 3 weeks ago and can be ruled out
Sanctioned in last 5, latterly a 2700m Vincennes Class D 3 weeks ago and can be ruled out
Encouraged at Graignes but sanctioned in a 2100m Vincennes Class D a month ago. Fitted with 4 pads this time and will need to bring her A-game
Encouraged at Graignes but sanctioned in a 2100m Vincennes Class D a month ago. Fitted with 4 pads this time and will need to bring her A-game
Sanctioned on re-entry a fortnight ago in a 2825m Cordemais Class E. No question about her ability though and the presence of Eric Raffin in the bike can make all the difference. Chance
Sanctioned on re-entry a fortnight ago in a 2825m Cordemais Class E. No question about her ability though and the presence of Eric Raffin in the bike can make all the difference. Chance
Completed the hat-trick at Toulouse before running 3rd of 11 in a 2700m Class E at Lyon-La Soie 2.5 weeks ago. Enjoys a good entry, should appreciate the new profile, and can finish in the mix
Completed the hat-trick at Toulouse before running 3rd of 11 in a 2700m Class E at Lyon-La Soie 2.5 weeks ago. Enjoys a good entry, should appreciate the new profile, and can finish in the mix
Last of 12, on return to competition, in a 2100m Vincennes Class D a month back. Is proven in better company though and will have come on for the run. Place chance
Last of 12, on return to competition, in a 2100m Vincennes Class D a month back. Is proven in better company though and will have come on for the run. Place chance
10th of 12, on comeback, in a 2700m Vincennes Class D on 2 February. Sports a new configuration and while not a priority can still put on a decent show. First 5
10th of 12, on comeback, in a 2700m Vincennes Class D on 2 February. Sports a new configuration and while not a priority can still put on a decent show. First 5
Following a well-earned break, LUTECE D'ELA (7) took little time getting back to victorious ways and can wrap this up too if she takes to Caen conditions. That being said, Yoann Lebourgeois would be wise to be wary of LADY DU VALLON (10) who will be reined by the champion driver this time, and a reconfigured LOVELY JIM (2) who defied her odds to impose at 29/1 on her first appearance since October. LUGACHA (12) is just 100 Euros from elimination and will have a lot to contribute if Paul Ploquin keeps her focused.
Imposed at Cherbourg before being sanctioned in a 2825m harness Class F at Le Croise-Laroche 10 days ago. Not the easiest to manage but is barefoot again and could pleasantly surprise
Imposed at Cherbourg before being sanctioned in a 2825m harness Class F at Le Croise-Laroche 10 days ago. Not the easiest to manage but is barefoot again and could pleasantly surprise
Imposed at Mauquenchy last month before coming 5th of 12 in a 2825m Class E at Le Croise-Laroche 10 days ago. Finds better conditions here and the engagement of Mathieu Mottier will only work to her advantage. Claim
Imposed at Mauquenchy last month before coming 5th of 12 in a 2825m Class E at Le Croise-Laroche 10 days ago. Finds better conditions here and the engagement of Mathieu Mottier will only work to her advantage. Claim
Has not been seen out since running last of 12 to ILIADE DE L'ITON (4) in a 2675m Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel early-November. Shoes on and no threat
Has not been seen out since running last of 12 to ILIADE DE L'ITON (4) in a 2675m Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel early-November. Shoes on and no threat
4th of 13 to IRAFARA (1) in a 2625m Cherbourg Class G on 16 February. Has never disappointed in the day's configuration and from the front line can finish thereabouts
4th of 13 to IRAFARA (1) in a 2625m Cherbourg Class G on 16 February. Has never disappointed in the day's configuration and from the front line can finish thereabouts
Winner of a 2500m Class F at Bihorel-les-Rouen last Sunday. Has placed in 1 of 2 here and can contest the finish if Benjamin Chauve-Laffay manages to keep him focused
Winner of a 2500m Class F at Bihorel-les-Rouen last Sunday. Has placed in 1 of 2 here and can contest the finish if Benjamin Chauve-Laffay manages to keep him focused
Surprise 3rd of 8 finishers, on re-entry, in a Class F over course and distance 10 days ago. Will have come on for the run and, if behaved, can play an important role
Surprise 3rd of 8 finishers, on re-entry, in a Class F over course and distance 10 days ago. Will have come on for the run and, if behaved, can play an important role
Debuts in the ridden code after running 6th of 13 in a 2700m Machecoul Class F 11 days ago but looks to have her work cut out
Debuts in the ridden code after running 6th of 13 in a 2700m Machecoul Class F 11 days ago but looks to have her work cut out
Returns to the discipline after being sanctioned in a 2700m Vincennes harness Class E on 16 February. Breaks from the front and will not be far from the action if he keeps his stride together
Returns to the discipline after being sanctioned in a 2700m Vincennes harness Class E on 16 February. Breaks from the front and will not be far from the action if he keeps his stride together
Last of 8 in a 2850m Vincennes Class D 3 weeks ago. Drops down the category-ladder, has won twice at the venue, and should not be ruled out
Last of 8 in a 2850m Vincennes Class D 3 weeks ago. Drops down the category-ladder, has won twice at the venue, and should not be ruled out
8th of 17 in a 2850m Mauquenchy harness Class E on 25 February and will first need to re-establish his credentials
8th of 17 in a 2850m Mauquenchy harness Class E on 25 February and will first need to re-establish his credentials
Sanctioned on re-entry in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 2 March. Front pads fitted this time but still no more than an outside chance
Sanctioned on re-entry in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 2 March. Front pads fitted this time but still no more than an outside chance
Caen-loving sort that ran 7th of 11 finishers in a 2050m Agen harness Class E 10 days ago. Has previously won here when shod and is back under the saddle with a good hand to play
Caen-loving sort that ran 7th of 11 finishers in a 2050m Agen harness Class E 10 days ago. Has previously won here when shod and is back under the saddle with a good hand to play
Back under the saddle after running 8th of 18 in a 2675m harness Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel last Sunday. Has never excelled at Caen and is unlikely to set off any fireworks
Back under the saddle after running 8th of 18 in a 2675m harness Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel last Sunday. Has never excelled at Caen and is unlikely to set off any fireworks
Advantage to front-line runners here, in particular IMAGE DE RABET (2) who will not have to take on younger horses and who has every chance of making her Caen debut a winning one. Mathieu Mottier will still be keeping a watchful eye on the tricky but handy INDIGODARCHE (5) who backs up just a few days after imposing at Bihorel, and a reconfigured IDEAL D'URZY (8) who enjoys a good entry on the first row. GARD (12) has demonstrated decent aptitude for the discipline and even though shod from the second line, still looks competitively well-in.
Back under harness after running 5th of 8 in a 2175m Vincennes monte Gr.3 on 16 February. Boasts solid references in the discipline and even though breaking on the rail can challenge for a first-5 spot
Back under harness after running 5th of 8 in a 2175m Vincennes monte Gr.3 on 16 February. Boasts solid references in the discipline and even though breaking on the rail can challenge for a first-5 spot
Has raced just once since September, most recently 8th of 12 in a 2100m Vincennes Class B mid-December. Enjoys a good spot behind the car and the Eric Raffin-factor cannot be ignored
Has raced just once since September, most recently 8th of 12 in a 2100m Vincennes Class B mid-December. Enjoys a good spot behind the car and the Eric Raffin-factor cannot be ignored
Unraced since having been sanctioned in a 2700m Vincennes Gr.2 mid-November. Has had ample time to get his house in order and from the 3-spot looks main danger to HOHNECK (5)
Unraced since having been sanctioned in a 2700m Vincennes Gr.2 mid-November. Has had ample time to get his house in order and from the 3-spot looks main danger to HOHNECK (5)
8th of 15 in a Class D under these conditions last week. Is confirmed here but would be preferred in a more competitive configuration
8th of 15 in a Class D under these conditions last week. Is confirmed here but would be preferred in a more competitive configuration
High-class trotter making first appearance since finishing last but one in a 2850m Vincennes Gr.2 in early-December. Not competitively shod but still the one to beat
High-class trotter making first appearance since finishing last but one in a 2850m Vincennes Gr.2 in early-December. Not competitively shod but still the one to beat
Disappointing for most of the winter, latterly 9th of 14 in a 2200m Vincennes Gr.1 early this month, but starts in front and has taken a liking to Caen
Disappointing for most of the winter, latterly 9th of 14 in a 2200m Vincennes Gr.1 early this month, but starts in front and has taken a liking to Caen
5th of 12 in a 2925m Cagnes Class A mid-December. Has been off for almost 3 months though and in this company is unlikely to shake things up
5th of 12 in a 2925m Cagnes Class A mid-December. Has been off for almost 3 months though and in this company is unlikely to shake things up
Returns reconfigured to a track he likes after finishing last of 8 in a 2850m Vincennes Gr.3 conditioner on 18 January. Trainer in the bike this time and despite the draw will be afforded every chance
Returns reconfigured to a track he likes after finishing last of 8 in a 2850m Vincennes Gr.3 conditioner on 18 January. Trainer in the bike this time and despite the draw will be afforded every chance
Serious sort returning to France after winning 5 straight at Mons, latterly over 2300m 3 weeks ago. Shod to preference for the occasion and although not ideally-drawn can still play a prominent part
Serious sort returning to France after winning 5 straight at Mons, latterly over 2300m 3 weeks ago. Shod to preference for the occasion and although not ideally-drawn can still play a prominent part
Sanctioned in a 2200m Vincennes Gr.1 on 1 March. Oozes class though and will be no pushover if Damien Bonne manages to keep her focused
Sanctioned in a 2200m Vincennes Gr.1 on 1 March. Oozes class though and will be no pushover if Damien Bonne manages to keep her focused
Courageous 3rd of 15 in a Class D over 2450m here 10 days ago. Faces a much tougher task this time and can be passed over
Courageous 3rd of 15 in a Class D over 2450m here 10 days ago. Faces a much tougher task this time and can be passed over
Complicated sort that was sanctioned in a 2825m Cordemais Class D a fortnight ago and is clearly out of his league
Complicated sort that was sanctioned in a 2825m Cordemais Class D a fortnight ago and is clearly out of his league
4th of 13 in a 2825m Class D at Le Croise-Laroche last Saturday. Is clearly on the right path but in this company will have little to contribute
4th of 13 in a 2825m Class D at Le Croise-Laroche last Saturday. Is clearly on the right path but in this company will have little to contribute
Surprise 3rd of 15 in a Class D under these conditions last week. Has decent Caen references but would be preferred over 2450m
Surprise 3rd of 15 in a Class D under these conditions last week. Has decent Caen references but would be preferred over 2450m
Represented by a pair of big guns, Philippe Allaire's Elitlopp winner HOHNECK (5) may be sporting hind shoes for his 2025m bow but has never disappointed at Caen and is going to take all the beating. Stablemate JUST A GIGOLO (3) goes over any trip, boasts good speed, and ran 3rd in a Gr.3 on his only Caen run. ELVIS DU VALLON (9) has yet to lose his Caen tag but comes here on a 6-timer and the engagement of Yoann Lebourgeois will do his chances no harm. KIARA DE VANDEL (10) is never easy to gauge but is shod to preference and warrants respect.
