Caen 21 June 2023
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Unremarkable sort taking first steps in the code and no fireworks anticipated
Unremarkable sort taking first steps in the code and no fireworks anticipated
Has never disappointed under the saddle. Just front shoes off this time and in current form is hard to ignore
Has never disappointed under the saddle. Just front shoes off this time and in current form is hard to ignore
Tricky character but is proven here. 4 pads fitted this time and can make amends for recent sanctions
Tricky character but is proven here. 4 pads fitted this time and can make amends for recent sanctions
In the frame in both ridden starts since switching codes. Takes a hike in class though and not an obvious choice this time
In the frame in both ridden starts since switching codes. Takes a hike in class though and not an obvious choice this time
Sanctioned more often than not but can trot when applied and should not be entirely overlooked
Sanctioned more often than not but can trot when applied and should not be entirely overlooked
Back at the top of his game after switching codes. Top jockey on board and will not be far off the mark
Back at the top of his game after switching codes. Top jockey on board and will not be far off the mark
Handy sort that came good again at Argentan three weeks ago but in this company is unlikely to repeat
Handy sort that came good again at Argentan three weeks ago but in this company is unlikely to repeat
Has never shown any aptitude for the ridden code and will generate very little interest
Has never shown any aptitude for the ridden code and will generate very little interest
Showed a liking for the discipline last season. Showed his form last time out and returns to the code with legitimate ambition
Showed a liking for the discipline last season. Showed his form last time out and returns to the code with legitimate ambition
Just one win in 15 starts but is confirmed here. Less effective in last two though and a minor place prospect at best
Just one win in 15 starts but is confirmed here. Less effective in last two though and a minor place prospect at best
Considerably better horse than the numbers suggest. Henry stable in flying form and with application can challenge for victory
Considerably better horse than the numbers suggest. Henry stable in flying form and with application can challenge for victory
Serious sort making his first monte appearance of the year after impressing under harness here last time out. Will be fresh and can open his seasonal account
Serious sort making his first monte appearance of the year after impressing under harness here last time out. Will be fresh and can open his seasonal account
After two decent re-entry runs this term, JESOLO (12) returns to the monte discipline shod competitively and is eminently capable of opening his ridden account. He is still likely to face stiff opposition from the tricky but capable JACK FOULONIERE (11) who will be dangerous if applied. JASPE (9) demonstrated decent aptitude for the code last season and given the form he showed under harness at Amiens, Damien Bonne can be confident of a solid effort. JASPER SPOKEN (6) has taken particularly well to his new vocation and even though in better company must still be respected.
Has looked a more composed filly this term. Form is headed in the right direction and even though in good company still looks a decent place prospect
Has looked a more composed filly this term. Form is headed in the right direction and even though in good company still looks a decent place prospect
Generally in the mix but has no references in this class and others easier to back
Generally in the mix but has no references in this class and others easier to back
Made little impression last time out. Unseen for over 2.5 months and can be passed over
Made little impression last time out. Unseen for over 2.5 months and can be passed over
In the thick of things in all but one start to date but takes on some good elements here and a minor place chance at best
In the thick of things in all but one start to date but takes on some good elements here and a minor place chance at best
Facile winner on turf before catching the eye here (despite being sanctioned) earlier in the month and on good behaviour could pleasantly surprise
Facile winner on turf before catching the eye here (despite being sanctioned) earlier in the month and on good behaviour could pleasantly surprise
No slouch on a good day but could manage only a one-paced 5th behind KALOUMA DELADOU (8) last time and others preferred
No slouch on a good day but could manage only a one-paced 5th behind KALOUMA DELADOU (8) last time and others preferred
Showed early promise but lacklustre of late and will have few takers
Showed early promise but lacklustre of late and will have few takers
Gave a very good account here recently after having opened her account in the provinces and even though in a higher category should still acquit herself well
Gave a very good account here recently after having opened her account in the provinces and even though in a higher category should still acquit herself well
Produced a brace of good efforts earlier in the season but disappointing at Enghien last time and even with pads fitted is unlikely to rock the boat
Produced a brace of good efforts earlier in the season but disappointing at Enghien last time and even with pads fitted is unlikely to rock the boat
Respectable filly that was not disgraced in either start here but still has a lot to find
Respectable filly that was not disgraced in either start here but still has a lot to find
Quality filly that has shown solid aptitude to date. At her ease going right-handed and can score for the second time
Quality filly that has shown solid aptitude to date. At her ease going right-handed and can score for the second time
Showed significant ability last season. Has had time to come into herself and looks a player on first start back
Showed significant ability last season. Has had time to come into herself and looks a player on first start back
Still rather green but has evident talent. Fitted with hind pads for the first time and if applied can trot off with the silverware
Still rather green but has evident talent. Fitted with hind pads for the first time and if applied can trot off with the silverware
Two starts so far and yet to put a foot out of place. Lebourgeois replaces Raffin here and can be assured a competitive drive
Two starts so far and yet to put a foot out of place. Lebourgeois replaces Raffin here and can be assured a competitive drive
11 starts and yet to get off the mark. Is not devoid of ability but still looks to have her work cut out
11 starts and yet to get off the mark. Is not devoid of ability but still looks to have her work cut out
Solid winner on her first start racing clockwise, KYARA (11) gave another good account when stepped up in class and can add one more success to her tally if she takes to Caen conditions. KILIWATCH (13), however, is a fine filly in the making and fitted with hind pads this time can make up for her Argentan sanction. KALIDA MANIA (12) will have come on over the winter and even though unseen since November can get straight down to business. After winning at Rambouillet KEA DES RACQUES (5) caught the eye here next time and with application can go far.
Lightly raced type that pleased on debut. Just second start back but is shod for competition and will have his supporters
Lightly raced type that pleased on debut. Just second start back but is shod for competition and will have his supporters
Has looked very ordinary since returning to competition and unlikely to spring any surprises
Has looked very ordinary since returning to competition and unlikely to spring any surprises
Yet to show any aptitude for the ridden game and in current form has no realistic chance
Yet to show any aptitude for the ridden game and in current form has no realistic chance
Temperamental type switching codes after a shocking streak of runs and will garner very little support
Temperamental type switching codes after a shocking streak of runs and will garner very little support
Made a respectable monte debut last month before faulting next time and not easy to see him making a big splash
Made a respectable monte debut last month before faulting next time and not easy to see him making a big splash
Unseen since making a fine debut under the saddle at Cabourg last autumn but hind shoes off for the occasion and should not be far off the mark
Unseen since making a fine debut under the saddle at Cabourg last autumn but hind shoes off for the occasion and should not be far off the mark
Quality element that proved himself here late April. Is shod this time but must still be respected
Quality element that proved himself here late April. Is shod this time but must still be respected
Twice a winner under the saddle but as delicate as they come and others easier to back
Twice a winner under the saddle but as delicate as they come and others easier to back
Not as sharp since winning at Mauquenchy earlier in the season but with shoes off this time can pick up some prizemoney
Not as sharp since winning at Mauquenchy earlier in the season but with shoes off this time can pick up some prizemoney
Never far from losing his action but has previously won here and if at peak fitness can give this a good go
Never far from losing his action but has previously won here and if at peak fitness can give this a good go
Blows hot and cold but has decent monte credentials. Impressed last time out and can challenge INVICTUS ORADEL (12) for the win
Blows hot and cold but has decent monte credentials. Impressed last time out and can challenge INVICTUS ORADEL (12) for the win
Serious trotter in the other code. Debuts in the discipline but in current form still looks the horse to beat
Serious trotter in the other code. Debuts in the discipline but in current form still looks the horse to beat
Highly consistent under harness, INVICTUS ORADEL (12) takes his first competitive steps in the monte code and if form transitions, he can get straight down to business. It is unlikely to be all plane sailing though given how well IQUEM MARVIC (11) comported himself just ten days ago. The tricky ICEMAN BLEU (10) won here this time last year and if fully fit and applied will be no soft touch. Even though shod, IFALCO DE MAY (7) will have his chances.
Quality element that seldom lets the side down when applied but in this company looks to have his work cut out
Quality element that seldom lets the side down when applied but in this company looks to have his work cut out
Has never shown much aptitude for the harness game and is unraced since January, but is partnered by a leading driver and has a respectable chance of finishing in the mix
Has never shown much aptitude for the harness game and is unraced since January, but is partnered by a leading driver and has a respectable chance of finishing in the mix
18 starts and still chasing that elusive first win but is well-placed in front and is clearly in form
18 starts and still chasing that elusive first win but is well-placed in front and is clearly in form
Decent colt that has been struggling with stride issues lately but goes well right-handed, is ideally positioned in front, and on good behaviour can get in on the action
Decent colt that has been struggling with stride issues lately but goes well right-handed, is ideally positioned in front, and on good behaviour can get in on the action
Placed just once in 5 starts going clockwise and latest effort did little to convince
Placed just once in 5 starts going clockwise and latest effort did little to convince
Respectable on a good day and has won racing clockwise. Sanctioned last time at this level but shoes back on and can make amends
Respectable on a good day and has won racing clockwise. Sanctioned last time at this level but shoes back on and can make amends
Seldom gets his nose in front but has ample ability. Entrusted to Gelormini for the occasion and the front line start will do his prospects no disservice
Seldom gets his nose in front but has ample ability. Entrusted to Gelormini for the occasion and the front line start will do his prospects no disservice
Showed significant talent last season but yet to get into his stride this term and expected to need the run
Showed significant talent last season but yet to get into his stride this term and expected to need the run
Three times a winner from the four races he has finished. Is barefoot again and can double his money
Three times a winner from the four races he has finished. Is barefoot again and can double his money
Delicate sort that opened his account at Toulouse last month but in this company will have too much to do
Delicate sort that opened his account at Toulouse last month but in this company will have too much to do
Undeniably capable but sanctioned in last 7 and will be hard to trust
Undeniably capable but sanctioned in last 7 and will be hard to trust
Got the year off to a good start before coming off the boil. Hind shoes off for first time but others still preferred
Got the year off to a good start before coming off the boil. Hind shoes off for first time but others still preferred
Has significant ability but is not the easiest to trust. Gets a second crack at racing barefoot though and with application can go far
Has significant ability but is not the easiest to trust. Gets a second crack at racing barefoot though and with application can go far
No slouch on a good day and is confirmed at the venue. Should be fit by now and the new shoeing formula looks key to his redemption
No slouch on a good day and is confirmed at the venue. Should be fit by now and the new shoeing formula looks key to his redemption
Sprang something of a surprise over course and distance earlier in the month. Again not ideally drawn but is barefoot once more and should figure prominently
Sprang something of a surprise over course and distance earlier in the month. Again not ideally drawn but is barefoot once more and should figure prominently
Demonstrated decent aptitude last season but just the one race under his belt this term and unlikely to shake things up
Demonstrated decent aptitude last season but just the one race under his belt this term and unlikely to shake things up
Arguably the worst placed of all but is clearly in fine shape and with hind shoes off looks a serious proposition
Arguably the worst placed of all but is clearly in fine shape and with hind shoes off looks a serious proposition
Still somewhat green, JYSKO DE GODREL (9) is nevertheless a trotter of considerable ability. Not ideally positioned wide on the outside, he is however barefoot again and can complement his Niort success. JAZZMAN (17) is another who has not been blessed by the draw gods, but he is a model of consistency and has already won at the venue. JOUR D'ERABLE (14) is clearly a decent sort in the making and after two return runs, he goes first time barefoot and should logically defy the draw. JAZZ DES MANIS (15) showed significant improvement here a fortnight ago and is expected to confirm.
Pleased on first start of the year but below-par since and will pose no threat
Pleased on first start of the year but below-par since and will pose no threat
Modest trotter that has done nothing of note in either code for some time and can be ruled out
Modest trotter that has done nothing of note in either code for some time and can be ruled out
Clearly talented but sanctioned in last six and will not be easy to trust
Clearly talented but sanctioned in last six and will not be easy to trust
Seldom lets the side down when focused. Just second start back but can play a small role if fully fit
Seldom lets the side down when focused. Just second start back but can play a small role if fully fit
Quality mare that showed great tenacity to impose last time under the saddle. Is barefoot again and must be afforded respect
Quality mare that showed great tenacity to impose last time under the saddle. Is barefoot again and must be afforded respect
Serious sort that seldom disappoints when applied and if fully fit should be able to bring home the bacon
Serious sort that seldom disappoints when applied and if fully fit should be able to bring home the bacon
Rarely seen getting her nose in front but has been entrusted to Yoann Lebourgeois for the occasion and is sure to be close to the action
Rarely seen getting her nose in front but has been entrusted to Yoann Lebourgeois for the occasion and is sure to be close to the action
Untried in the discipline but is clearly in excellent shape and with Mathieu Mottier in the irons can open his monte account at the first time of asking
Untried in the discipline but is clearly in excellent shape and with Mathieu Mottier in the irons can open his monte account at the first time of asking
Blows hot and cold but solid in two of last three and on good behaviour can get a look in
Blows hot and cold but solid in two of last three and on good behaviour can get a look in
Faithful sort that consistently gives his best. Unable to confirm his Argentan success but shoeing has been modified and is not to be underestimated
Faithful sort that consistently gives his best. Unable to confirm his Argentan success but shoeing has been modified and is not to be underestimated
Hardy type that left a good impression here late last month. Hind shoes off again and must be taken seriously
Hardy type that left a good impression here late last month. Hind shoes off again and must be taken seriously
Fine trotter that has already won at the venue. One race in him since the break and should not disappoint
Fine trotter that has already won at the venue. One race in him since the break and should not disappoint
No slouch on a good day but very disappointing last time out and others preferred
No slouch on a good day but very disappointing last time out and others preferred
A good bunch of horses in this field with the faithful and tenacious ILTON ROYAL (6) looking the horse to beat even though he has just the one race in him since the winter. Paul Ploquin will still want to be wary of ICELANDER (8) who has done enough under harness to be considered a serious player on his first public appearance in the monte code. Already a winner here, and with a run under his belt, INDICE DELADOU (12) can get straight back in the game. Very hard to fault when barefoot IBIZA GRIFF (5) looks competitively well in.
Unexceptional type that has made no impact for some time and will have few if any takers
Unexceptional type that has made no impact for some time and will have few if any takers
Has shown a different side to herself since starting to race barefoot but at this level will struggle to make any impression
Has shown a different side to herself since starting to race barefoot but at this level will struggle to make any impression
Has placed just once in 7 starts this year and has no realistic chance
Has placed just once in 7 starts this year and has no realistic chance
Disappointing on the whole for some time and can be confidently ruled out
Disappointing on the whole for some time and can be confidently ruled out
Excellent in both codes during the spring but disappointing in last two and unlikely to spring any surprises
Excellent in both codes during the spring but disappointing in last two and unlikely to spring any surprises
Never far from losing her action but is clearly in fine shape. Imposed at Argentan in fine order last month and on good behaviour could yet repeat
Never far from losing her action but is clearly in fine shape. Imposed at Argentan in fine order last month and on good behaviour could yet repeat
Can trot but not the most reliable of mares. Gets a Francois Lecanu drive this time though and should not be overlooked
Can trot but not the most reliable of mares. Gets a Francois Lecanu drive this time though and should not be overlooked
Tricky type but has won her last two and even racing clockwise this time, still looks a serious proposition
Tricky type but has won her last two and even racing clockwise this time, still looks a serious proposition
Useful sort that has been improving since the break. Steps up in class and is not incapable of finishing close
Useful sort that has been improving since the break. Steps up in class and is not incapable of finishing close
Quality mare and is proven at this level but has never produced the goods at Caen and chances limited
Quality mare and is proven at this level but has never produced the goods at Caen and chances limited
Put in a super effort at Argentan on just second start back. Is in her category and can pick up another cheque
Put in a super effort at Argentan on just second start back. Is in her category and can pick up another cheque
Kicked the year off successfully but has done nothing of note since and recent sanctions do nothing to inspire confidence
Kicked the year off successfully but has done nothing of note since and recent sanctions do nothing to inspire confidence
Occasionally a handful but otherwise enjoying a decent run of form. Takes a hike in class though and others preferred
Occasionally a handful but otherwise enjoying a decent run of form. Takes a hike in class though and others preferred
One of the more erratic individuals here and impressive last time she won, but no more than a minor place prospect this time around
One of the more erratic individuals here and impressive last time she won, but no more than a minor place prospect this time around
Yet to replicate last year's form and even though better last time out she still has too much to do
Yet to replicate last year's form and even though better last time out she still has too much to do
Hardy mare that consistently gives her best. Benefits from a good entry and with a solid record going clockwise will have her chances
Hardy mare that consistently gives her best. Benefits from a good entry and with a solid record going clockwise will have her chances
Not the easiest of contests to decipher this, but it is hard to ignore ISAKA (8) who comes to Caen on a hat-trick. Clearly better racing left-handed, she still looks a marginally better bet than INDIENNE DE VAL (16) who has been in excellent shape all year. ISLAMORADA (6) is never the easiest to handle but she will have her chances if she can reproduce last month's Argentan performance. IMZARA VALIERE (9) has done nothing but improve this term and looks close to her race.
Quality trotter that made a fine re-entry at Ecommoy 17 days ago. Gave a solid account last time here and looks eminently capable of trotting his way into the frame
Quality trotter that made a fine re-entry at Ecommoy 17 days ago. Gave a solid account last time here and looks eminently capable of trotting his way into the frame
Has shown marked improvement in two starts this month but in this company will need to be at his best
Has shown marked improvement in two starts this month but in this company will need to be at his best
Well-campaigned type that imposed here last month. Has placed twice since and returns to the venue with justified ambition
Well-campaigned type that imposed here last month. Has placed twice since and returns to the venue with justified ambition
Has been improving over recent months. Flew up at Graignes last month and after a decent period of rest returns to competition and from the 4-spot looks closest threat to HURRICANE CARTER (5)
Has been improving over recent months. Flew up at Graignes last month and after a decent period of rest returns to competition and from the 4-spot looks closest threat to HURRICANE CARTER (5)
A veritable dynamo that imposed with authority here earlier in the month and has a solid chance of making it 8 on the trot
A veritable dynamo that imposed with authority here earlier in the month and has a solid chance of making it 8 on the trot
Gives a good account for the most part when focused. Has little room for manoeuvre here but can still pick up a cheque
Gives a good account for the most part when focused. Has little room for manoeuvre here but can still pick up a cheque
Faithful servant that has returned to competition in excellent shape. At ease going clockwise and again looks competitively well in
Faithful servant that has returned to competition in excellent shape. At ease going clockwise and again looks competitively well in
Moderate sort that has looked rather ordinary of late and will have few friends
Moderate sort that has looked rather ordinary of late and will have few friends
Honest type that always gives his best and is currently in shape but has no love for Caen and no more than a minor place prospect
Honest type that always gives his best and is currently in shape but has no love for Caen and no more than a minor place prospect
Consistently in the thick of things when focused. Runner-up to HURRICANE CARTER (5) last time but on the back line, has modified shoeing, and is not an obvious choice this time
Consistently in the thick of things when focused. Runner-up to HURRICANE CARTER (5) last time but on the back line, has modified shoeing, and is not an obvious choice this time
Not the easiest of horses to handle but set his personal best when imposing here in late April. Not ideally drawn but on good behaviour can finish in the mix
Not the easiest of horses to handle but set his personal best when imposing here in late April. Not ideally drawn but on good behaviour can finish in the mix
Not the largest of fields but there is quality in depth. Unsurprisingly, leading the charge is the remarkable HURRICANE CARTER (5) who has never disappointed here and justifiably bids for an 8th straight success. In terms of opposition, HEROS DHELPA (4) is an obvious choice considering how well he won at Graignes last time out, as is the Caen-confirmed HAXO DE LA CHAULE (1) who left a very good impression on his recent comeback run. HAMIGO (7) seldom lets the side down and recent form bodes well for his chances.
Difficult type but has bags of ability. Just one race in her since the break though and not an obvious choice this time around
Difficult type but has bags of ability. Just one race in her since the break though and not an obvious choice this time around
Pleased more than once over the winter but has since lost her way and must reaffirm
Pleased more than once over the winter but has since lost her way and must reaffirm
Useful sort with form at a marginally lower level. Just second start back and no particular threat
Useful sort with form at a marginally lower level. Just second start back and no particular threat
Fine servant that rarely disappoints when focused. Won last two but shoes back on and has other priorities
Fine servant that rarely disappoints when focused. Won last two but shoes back on and has other priorities
Not the most attractive formcards here but has ample ability. Is barefoot for the occasion and on good behaviour can finish in the mix
Not the most attractive formcards here but has ample ability. Is barefoot for the occasion and on good behaviour can finish in the mix
Good dual-purpose trotter returning to the harness code after a brace of fine efforts under the saddle here and should logically figure prominently
Good dual-purpose trotter returning to the harness code after a brace of fine efforts under the saddle here and should logically figure prominently
Seldom wins but is an honest mare. Yet to get into her stride this term though and best to hold off
Seldom wins but is an honest mare. Yet to get into her stride this term though and best to hold off
Tough mare with nothing to prove at this level and looks a major player on her Caen debut
Tough mare with nothing to prove at this level and looks a major player on her Caen debut
Has not put a foot out of line since last November. Tends to race better left-handed but in present condition is very hard to ignore
Has not put a foot out of line since last November. Tends to race better left-handed but in present condition is very hard to ignore
Quality mare that finished in the frame last time here. Has two races in her since the break and looks capable of trotting her way onto the podium
Quality mare that finished in the frame last time here. Has two races in her since the break and looks capable of trotting her way onto the podium
Good consistent sort but no champion. Untried here but should appreciate Caen profile and can get a look in
Good consistent sort but no champion. Untried here but should appreciate Caen profile and can get a look in
Hardy trotter with an appreciation of Caen conditions. Takes a dip in class and will take all the beating
Hardy trotter with an appreciation of Caen conditions. Takes a dip in class and will take all the beating
A big fan of Caen and rested following her Vincennes run, HALMA D'AMER (12) returns to this flat track with a realistic chance of opening her 2023 account. Charles Drew will still be keeping an eye on the ultra-consistent HELEN DES OUBEAUX (9) who should not disappoint even though going right-handed this time. HOVA DE BASSIERE (8) drops back down the class ladder and has every chance of finishing in the mix, as does the capable HIRONDELLE FEE (10) who is fitted with front pads for her first real objective of the season.
