Caen 27 April 2024
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Qualified under the saddle in 1'19'6 early-February and even with Paul Ploquin in the saddle, still looks an outsider
Qualified under the saddle in 1'19'6 early-February and even with Paul Ploquin in the saddle, still looks an outsider
Uninspiring 1'20'2 in monte qualification last year. Bites off more than she can chew here and others preferred
Uninspiring 1'20'2 in monte qualification last year. Bites off more than she can chew here and others preferred
Career debutante that made little impression when qualifying under harness in 1'20'2 late last month and is unlikely to generate much interest
Career debutante that made little impression when qualifying under harness in 1'20'2 late last month and is unlikely to generate much interest
Modest 112017 in qualification last autumn and appears to be facing a very stiff test
Modest 112017 in qualification last autumn and appears to be facing a very stiff test
Switches to the monte code after coming 8th of 9 on debut in a 2425m Angers harness Class F late last month. Mathieu Mottier in the irons and must not be underestimated
Switches to the monte code after coming 8th of 9 on debut in a 2425m Angers harness Class F late last month. Mathieu Mottier in the irons and must not be underestimated
Sanctioned on monte debut over course and distance late last month, but showed excellent aptitude nevertheless and, with application, can play an important role
Sanctioned on monte debut over course and distance late last month, but showed excellent aptitude nevertheless and, with application, can play an important role
Moderate filly that faulted in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class F on 14 April and is not about to make any waves
Moderate filly that faulted in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class F on 14 April and is not about to make any waves
Sanctioned when well-supported in a 2950m Saint-Malo mid-month, making it 3 in a row but will not be far off the mark if she deigns to stays in stride
Sanctioned when well-supported in a 2950m Saint-Malo mid-month, making it 3 in a row but will not be far off the mark if she deigns to stays in stride
3rd over course and distance last month before losing her action early in a 2200m Vincennes Class D 11 days ago. Returns to racing clockwise and will have her supporters
3rd over course and distance last month before losing her action early in a 2200m Vincennes Class D 11 days ago. Returns to racing clockwise and will have her supporters
Back under the saddle after coming last of 8 in a 2400m Amiens Class F 8 days ago and can be ruled out
Back under the saddle after coming last of 8 in a 2400m Amiens Class F 8 days ago and can be ruled out
Showed promise in Paris over the winter but sanctioned in last 4, most recently a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E early-April, and can be passed over
Showed promise in Paris over the winter but sanctioned in last 4, most recently a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E early-April, and can be passed over
5th here last month but sanctioned in 2 since, most recently a 2350m Angers harness Class D on 11 April, and is unlikely to cause an upset
5th here last month but sanctioned in 2 since, most recently a 2350m Angers harness Class D on 11 April, and is unlikely to cause an upset
Has not been seen out since faulting in a 2700m Vincennes Class B mid-January. May need a run but still looks capable of making a big splash
Has not been seen out since faulting in a 2700m Vincennes Class B mid-January. May need a run but still looks capable of making a big splash
Won under the saddle last month before finishing last but one in a 2800m Argentan Class E 12 days ago, and returns to code with every chance of finishing close
Won under the saddle last month before finishing last but one in a 2800m Argentan Class E 12 days ago, and returns to code with every chance of finishing close
Highly-impressive winner of a 2950m Saint-Malo Class F 2 weeks ago. Should appreciate Caen conditions and can leave the premises unbeaten
Highly-impressive winner of a 2950m Saint-Malo Class F 2 weeks ago. Should appreciate Caen conditions and can leave the premises unbeaten
After blitzing the opposition on her recent debut, LHASSA QUICK (15) gets an excellent opportunity to double her money and is preferred to LEGENDE DU BOULAY (14) who opened her monte account just over a month ago. LINDY LOU (13) has shown promise and after a short spell returns fresh and with a good hand to play. LEONIE RUS (6) looked the part on her recent monte bow and, fitted with front pads, will be no easy touch if she stays in stride.
Showed improvement when 6th of 9 finishers in a 2725m Lisieux Class F 2 weeks ago but still has more to find
Showed improvement when 6th of 9 finishers in a 2725m Lisieux Class F 2 weeks ago but still has more to find
7th of 9 finishers in a 2500m Bihorel-les-Rouen Class G earlier this month and has no realistic chance
7th of 9 finishers in a 2500m Bihorel-les-Rouen Class G earlier this month and has no realistic chance
Qualified in 1'17'8 here in February but has yet to make good on her promise, most recently sanctioned in a 2425m Angers Class F on 23 March. It is only a question of time before she comes good though. Attention
Qualified in 1'17'8 here in February but has yet to make good on her promise, most recently sanctioned in a 2425m Angers Class F on 23 March. It is only a question of time before she comes good though. Attention
Has not been seen out since trotting 6th of 12 in a 2050 Cabourg Class D early last October and can be confidently ruled out
Has not been seen out since trotting 6th of 12 in a 2050 Cabourg Class D early last October and can be confidently ruled out
4th at Amiens first time out before faulting in a 2750m Ecommoy Class F late-March, and must get his house in order
4th at Amiens first time out before faulting in a 2750m Ecommoy Class F late-March, and must get his house in order
Unraced since coming 5th of 7 in a 2100m Cholet Class D last October and will need the run
Unraced since coming 5th of 7 in a 2100m Cholet Class D last October and will need the run
Serious sort that won a 2675m Lisieux Class F before being disqualified for interference. Looks a filly for the future and must be taken seriously
Serious sort that won a 2675m Lisieux Class F before being disqualified for interference. Looks a filly for the future and must be taken seriously
Lost his action, when never threatening, in a 2800m Argentan Class E on 15 April. Has references at a lower level and is not about to cause an upset
Lost his action, when never threatening, in a 2800m Argentan Class E on 15 April. Has references at a lower level and is not about to cause an upset
Reassuring 3rd of 8 in a 2825m Vire claimer last weekend but the step up in class will be a step too far
Reassuring 3rd of 8 in a 2825m Vire claimer last weekend but the step up in class will be a step too far
Won first time out last summer before being put away. Unexceptional 7th of 16 in a 2800m Argentan Class E on re-entry mid-month. Unlikely to spring a surprise but, with Paul Ploquin reining, will be afforded every chance
Won first time out last summer before being put away. Unexceptional 7th of 16 in a 2800m Argentan Class E on re-entry mid-month. Unlikely to spring a surprise but, with Paul Ploquin reining, will be afforded every chance
2nd, to complement his debut 3rd, in a 2000m Rambouillet Class F 3 weeks ago. Returns to racing on a hard surface and, on current trajectory, will have his supporters
2nd, to complement his debut 3rd, in a 2000m Rambouillet Class F 3 weeks ago. Returns to racing on a hard surface and, on current trajectory, will have his supporters
Has not been seen out since winning a 2300m Argentan Class F on 18 February. Is an improving filly and, even taking on the colts, looks a player
Has not been seen out since winning a 2300m Argentan Class F on 18 February. Is an improving filly and, even taking on the colts, looks a player
Qualified nicely last autumn and most recently won a 2000m Rambouillet Class F with consummate ease and will be expected to confirm
Qualified nicely last autumn and most recently won a 2000m Rambouillet Class F with consummate ease and will be expected to confirm
Won smartly on debut before losing his action early in a 2200m Vincennes Class D 11 days ago. Returns to racing clockwise and can set the record straight
Won smartly on debut before losing his action early in a 2200m Vincennes Class D 11 days ago. Returns to racing clockwise and can set the record straight
Tricky colt that reassured somewhat when 4th of 8 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E earlier in the month. Entrusted to a leading driver this time and, with application, can go close
Tricky colt that reassured somewhat when 4th of 8 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E earlier in the month. Entrusted to a leading driver this time and, with application, can go close
Respectable 4th of 6 finishers in a 2850m Vincennes Class D on 9 April. Yet to get off the mark but is clearly on the right road and must be respected
Respectable 4th of 6 finishers in a 2850m Vincennes Class D on 9 April. Yet to get off the mark but is clearly on the right road and must be respected
After qualifying in 1'17'3 last autumn, it was no surprise to see LANCIER DU GOUTIER (13) impose first time out; she will have come on for the run and moves up in category with hind pads fitted and every chance of repeating. Also a winner first time out, LORD DELO (14) was sanctioned next time but can play a leading role if Romain Congard assures his initial strides. LIPTON DU NOYER (16) benefits from a good entry and, plainly in form, can make the frame this time, as can LITTLE BLACK MO (15) if David Thomain keeps him trotting.
Sanctioned in a 2150m Argentan Class E late last month. Not easy to trust but is not devoid of ability either and could pleasantly surprise
Sanctioned in a 2150m Argentan Class E late last month. Not easy to trust but is not devoid of ability either and could pleasantly surprise
Sanctioned early in a 2875m Argentan Class E mid-month but has bags of class and can win this if she gets off on the right foot
Sanctioned early in a 2875m Argentan Class E mid-month but has bags of class and can win this if she gets off on the right foot
2nd, for 2nd time in a row, in a 2500m Reims Class F earlier this month. Handed a great spot behind the car and, with form maintained, can play a leading role
2nd, for 2nd time in a row, in a 2500m Reims Class F earlier this month. Handed a great spot behind the car and, with form maintained, can play a leading role
Quality element starting for the first time since coming 3rd in a 2700m Vincennes Class D late-August, and with shoes on is unlikely to shake things up
Quality element starting for the first time since coming 3rd in a 2700m Vincennes Class D late-August, and with shoes on is unlikely to shake things up
4th of 10 in a 2350m Angers Class E on 3 April, after having placed over course and distance a fortnight earlier and, from the 5-spot, will have her chances
4th of 10 in a 2350m Angers Class E on 3 April, after having placed over course and distance a fortnight earlier and, from the 5-spot, will have her chances
Produced the goods, when first time barefoot, in a 2700m Graignes Class F a fortnight ago and confirmation is a distinct possibility
Produced the goods, when first time barefoot, in a 2700m Graignes Class F a fortnight ago and confirmation is a distinct possibility
Won a 2675m Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel 3 weeks ago. Not once out of the frame when barefoot and although stepping up in class, can still get a look-in
Won a 2675m Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel 3 weeks ago. Not once out of the frame when barefoot and although stepping up in class, can still get a look-in
Unraced since being sanctioned in a 2850m Vincennes Class D late-November. Is barefoot for re-entry but starts wide and will need to be at her absolute best
Unraced since being sanctioned in a 2850m Vincennes Class D late-November. Is barefoot for re-entry but starts wide and will need to be at her absolute best
Disappointing this season, most recently 8th of 13 in a 2875m Argentan Class E mid-month. Races first time barefoot but the draw will do her no favours
Disappointing this season, most recently 8th of 13 in a 2875m Argentan Class E mid-month. Races first time barefoot but the draw will do her no favours
Useful for the most part but below-par 7th of 11 in a 2600m Nancy Class F late last month. On the back row and is unlikely to trouble the opposition
Useful for the most part but below-par 7th of 11 in a 2600m Nancy Class F late last month. On the back row and is unlikely to trouble the opposition
Gave a fine account on re-entry before faulting, when well-supported, in a 2500m Reims Class F on 8 April, and even from the 2nd line, should not be ruled out
Gave a fine account on re-entry before faulting, when well-supported, in a 2500m Reims Class F on 8 April, and even from the 2nd line, should not be ruled out
Respectable in both starts since the break, latterly 5th of 11 in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F early-April. 4 pads fitted this time, but other considerations are preferred
Respectable in both starts since the break, latterly 5th of 11 in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F early-April. 4 pads fitted this time, but other considerations are preferred
Unraced since losing her maiden status in a 2350m Angers Class E last October. Starts on back row and is unlikely to be given a hard race
Unraced since losing her maiden status in a 2350m Angers Class E last October. Starts on back row and is unlikely to be given a hard race
Sanctioned on comeback in a 2150m Argentan Class E late last month. Unshod-behind this time but still not an obvious choice
Sanctioned on comeback in a 2150m Argentan Class E late last month. Unshod-behind this time but still not an obvious choice
Sanctioned in a 2800m Class H at Villedieu-les-Poeles on 24 March. Has done nothing of note for some time and can be ruled out
Sanctioned in a 2800m Class H at Villedieu-les-Poeles on 24 March. Has done nothing of note for some time and can be ruled out
Honest filly that came 3rd, a place behind KERIA FLEURY (16), in a 2050m Lyon-La Soie Class F a month back. Not ideally drawn but with the leading driver reining, will be afforded every chance
Honest filly that came 3rd, a place behind KERIA FLEURY (16), in a 2050m Lyon-La Soie Class F a month back. Not ideally drawn but with the leading driver reining, will be afforded every chance
Sanctioned in a 2700m Graignes Class F on first start since the layoff and will have nothing to offer
Sanctioned in a 2700m Graignes Class F on first start since the layoff and will have nothing to offer
Has not been seen out since getting off the mark in a 2850m Laval Class E late-September. Shod for comeback and best to hold off
Has not been seen out since getting off the mark in a 2850m Laval Class E late-September. Shod for comeback and best to hold off
KELLE FLECHE (2) has shown considerable class since her first steps on the race track; she was sanctioned at the start last time out but can more than make amends if Clement Duvaldestin assures her initial strides. Similarly starting in front, KALINE D'ERABLE (6) rang rings around the opposition last time out and steps up in category with a good hand to play. KIVAOA DU PERCHE (5) has already placed under these conditions and is sufficiently well-positioned to repeat. KERIA FLEURY (16) has been handed a tough draw but showed marked improvement last month and, with Eric Raffin reining, will be no pushover.
6th of 10 finishers in a 2700m Graignes Class F 2 weeks ago. Is unlikely to set off any fireworks but can at least hold her own
6th of 10 finishers in a 2700m Graignes Class F 2 weeks ago. Is unlikely to set off any fireworks but can at least hold her own
Unexceptional mare making her first appearance since being sanctioned in a 2725m harness Class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne last August and chances slim
Unexceptional mare making her first appearance since being sanctioned in a 2725m harness Class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne last August and chances slim
Disappointing on the whole for some time, most recently 7th behind JUSTYBILIE DU LUOT (1) at Graignes and, even though barefoot, can expect to have few friends
Disappointing on the whole for some time, most recently 7th behind JUSTYBILIE DU LUOT (1) at Graignes and, even though barefoot, can expect to have few friends
9th of 10 in Graignes race of reference. Stays shod and can be ruled out
9th of 10 in Graignes race of reference. Stays shod and can be ruled out
Moves to the monte code after coming 11th of 13 in a 2825m Chartres Class E mid-month and has no realistic chance
Moves to the monte code after coming 11th of 13 in a 2825m Chartres Class E mid-month and has no realistic chance
Sanctioned in both starts this term, latterly a 2825m Carhaix harness Class F earlier in the month, and can be confidently written off
Sanctioned in both starts this term, latterly a 2825m Carhaix harness Class F earlier in the month, and can be confidently written off
8th of 10 finishers, behind JUSTYBILIE DU LUOT (1) in a 2700m Graignes Class F a fortnight back. From pads fitted this time but others still preferred
8th of 10 finishers, behind JUSTYBILIE DU LUOT (1) in a 2700m Graignes Class F a fortnight back. From pads fitted this time but others still preferred
Sent for a break after opening her monte account last September. Will be fresh by now and returns to her code of preference with a realistic chance of imposing
Sent for a break after opening her monte account last September. Will be fresh by now and returns to her code of preference with a realistic chance of imposing
Sanctioned on lone appearance under the saddle but won a 2775m Elbeuf harness Class H early this month. Returns to the monte code with Eric Raffin in the irons and looks a possible spoiler
Sanctioned on lone appearance under the saddle but won a 2775m Elbeuf harness Class H early this month. Returns to the monte code with Eric Raffin in the irons and looks a possible spoiler
Lost her action in a 3125m Angers Class E on 11 April. Has an abundance of ability though and, with Benjamin Rochard riding, is not incapable of finishing close
Lost her action in a 3125m Angers Class E on 11 April. Has an abundance of ability though and, with Benjamin Rochard riding, is not incapable of finishing close
Quality element that came 2nd to a very good horse under these conditions mid-March. Has had time to freshen up and can finally get off the mark
Quality element that came 2nd to a very good horse under these conditions mid-March. Has had time to freshen up and can finally get off the mark
Switches code for the first time after trotting 3rd of 11 in a 2650m Carpentras harness Class D on 14 April. Entrusted to a top jockey this time and must be taken seriously
Switches code for the first time after trotting 3rd of 11 in a 2650m Carpentras harness Class D on 14 April. Entrusted to a top jockey this time and must be taken seriously
Although still winless after 24 starts, JADE DU PARC (11) has finished bridesmaid on numerous occasions, notably 2 weeks ago here and, in the absence of the winner, can finally get that maiden monkey off her back. A winner at Mauquenchy last time under the saddle, JOYCE PRIORY (8) has two conditioners under her belt, is 25m better off and, with application, can give Clement Frecelle's mare a run for her money. JAPONICA (12) debuts in the discipline, in-form and with Mathieu Mottier onboard, and is unlikely to let the side down. JONQUILLETE CREPIN (9) is ideally-engaged on the front row and, although unlikely to repeat her recent harness victory, should nevertheless figure prominently.
Capricious type starting for the first time since being sanctioned in a 2875m Meslay-du-Maine Class C last June and will be race-rusty
Capricious type starting for the first time since being sanctioned in a 2875m Meslay-du-Maine Class C last June and will be race-rusty
Winner of a 2825m Vire Class F on 31 March. Has a good spot in front, appreciates Caen, and must be considered a leading contender
Winner of a 2825m Vire Class F on 31 March. Has a good spot in front, appreciates Caen, and must be considered a leading contender
Produced a good effort to come 3rd of 15 in a 2750m Ecommoy Class F on 1 April. Is close to his race and is in with a realistic shout of getting off the mark
Produced a good effort to come 3rd of 15 in a 2750m Ecommoy Class F on 1 April. Is close to his race and is in with a realistic shout of getting off the mark
Last of 13, on first start since the break, in a 2150m Mauquenchy Class E on 4 April. Is confirmed here, is shod to preference, and must be taken seriously
Last of 13, on first start since the break, in a 2150m Mauquenchy Class E on 4 April. Is confirmed here, is shod to preference, and must be taken seriously
3rd over course and distance before repeating in a 2400m Amiens amateur Class G 3 weeks ago. Well-positioned in front and has every chance of opening his 2024 account
3rd over course and distance before repeating in a 2400m Amiens amateur Class G 3 weeks ago. Well-positioned in front and has every chance of opening his 2024 account
Has kept on improving since returning to competition, most recently 3rd of 9 in a 2700m Class F at La Capelle, and will be expected to figure prominently
Has kept on improving since returning to competition, most recently 3rd of 9 in a 2700m Class F at La Capelle, and will be expected to figure prominently
Tricky mare that got back in the game 2 weeks ago when 2nd of 15 in a 2725m Lisieux Class E and can get in on the action if Lana Henry manages to keep her focused
Tricky mare that got back in the game 2 weeks ago when 2nd of 15 in a 2725m Lisieux Class E and can get in on the action if Lana Henry manages to keep her focused
Sent for a holiday after being sanctioned in a 2850m Laval Class D last June and, shod for re-entry, is not about to set the world alight
Sent for a holiday after being sanctioned in a 2850m Laval Class D last June and, shod for re-entry, is not about to set the world alight
Sent for a break after winning a Castera-Verduzan claimer over 2825m early-October. Barefoot for re-entry but is not about to shake things up
Sent for a break after winning a Castera-Verduzan claimer over 2825m early-October. Barefoot for re-entry but is not about to shake things up
Not without ability but sanctioned in last 2, latterly a 2700m Graignes Class F a fortnight back. Starts on the back row and chances limited
Not without ability but sanctioned in last 2, latterly a 2700m Graignes Class F a fortnight back. Starts on the back row and chances limited
Unplaced in both this year, most recently 13th of 15 in a 2925m Amiens Class F, and can be ruled out
Unplaced in both this year, most recently 13th of 15 in a 2925m Amiens Class F, and can be ruled out
Capricious type starting on the 2nd line, but has merit and can get a look-in if her apprentice keeps her trotting
Capricious type starting on the 2nd line, but has merit and can get a look-in if her apprentice keeps her trotting
Sanctioned in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 1 April. Never made good on her early promise and appears to be out of her depth
Sanctioned in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 1 April. Never made good on her early promise and appears to be out of her depth
Trounced on re-entry here before faulting in a 2725m Lisieux Class F a fortnight back and can expect to remain friendless in the markets
Trounced on re-entry here before faulting in a 2725m Lisieux Class F a fortnight back and can expect to remain friendless in the markets
Modest individual that came last of 11 in a 2900m Arras Class G last weekend. Handed a poor draw and can be confidently passed over
Modest individual that came last of 11 in a 2900m Arras Class G last weekend. Handed a poor draw and can be confidently passed over
Sanctioned in a 2850m Laval Class E 8 days ago. Is in form but stays shod and others preferred
Sanctioned in a 2850m Laval Class E 8 days ago. Is in form but stays shod and others preferred
Erratic he may be but when focused IRON BIRD DEVOL (5) is a tough individual and, sporting a revised configuration, looks a serious proposition. There will be resistance though from the ideally-placed IVARUN (3) who has yet to put a foot wrong this term, and ISARIC (2) who has won 2 of his last 4. ILLUMINATOR (4) also benefits from a decent draw and, if fully-fit, will not be far from the action.
8th of 11 in a 2700m Graignes harness Class F mid-month. Opened his monte account, however, last time under the saddle and barefoot this time should be retained
8th of 11 in a 2700m Graignes harness Class F mid-month. Opened his monte account, however, last time under the saddle and barefoot this time should be retained
Delicate but may have found his niche under the saddle, most recently winning a 2450m Castillonnes Class F early-April, and can again figure prominently if he stays in stride
Delicate but may have found his niche under the saddle, most recently winning a 2450m Castillonnes Class F early-April, and can again figure prominently if he stays in stride
Sanctioned in 2, latterly a 2725m Lisieux Class E last month, after having opened his account at Challans and, shod for the occasion, is unlikely to spring a surprise
Sanctioned in 2, latterly a 2725m Lisieux Class E last month, after having opened his account at Challans and, shod for the occasion, is unlikely to spring a surprise
Can prove tricky but reassured when 2nd of 5 in a 2550m Reims Class F earlier in the month. Is behind in earnings and, from the front row, can play a leading role
Can prove tricky but reassured when 2nd of 5 in a 2550m Reims Class F earlier in the month. Is behind in earnings and, from the front row, can play a leading role
Sanctioned in a 2800m Rambouillet harness Class E last weekend after having imposed at Strasbourg. Shod differently this time and, with application, can put his recent sanctions behind him. Place prospect
Sanctioned in a 2800m Rambouillet harness Class E last weekend after having imposed at Strasbourg. Shod differently this time and, with application, can put his recent sanctions behind him. Place prospect
6th of 10 in a 2750m Elbeuf harness Class F on 14 April, and in this company will have his work cut out
6th of 10 in a 2750m Elbeuf harness Class F on 14 April, and in this company will have his work cut out
Has not been seen out since coming 8th of 9 in a 2700m Vincennes Class E late-December. Shoes off for re-entry but starts on the back row and not an obvious choice
Has not been seen out since coming 8th of 9 in a 2700m Vincennes Class E late-December. Shoes off for re-entry but starts on the back row and not an obvious choice
On a fine run of form before finishing a lacklustre 6th of 7 in a 2550m Reims Class E 10 days ago. Back barefoot though and can make amends
On a fine run of form before finishing a lacklustre 6th of 7 in a 2550m Reims Class E 10 days ago. Back barefoot though and can make amends
Sanctioned in both monte starts to date, latterly a modest 6th of 12 in a 2100m Vincennes harness Class E, and returns to the discipline with limited aspirations
Sanctioned in both monte starts to date, latterly a modest 6th of 12 in a 2100m Vincennes harness Class E, and returns to the discipline with limited aspirations
Lost his way last season, going into his layoff after faulting in a 2825m Chartres Class F early-December. Stays shod for return and poses no danger
Lost his way last season, going into his layoff after faulting in a 2825m Chartres Class F early-December. Stays shod for return and poses no danger
Sanctioned in a 2800m Rambouillet Class E 3 weeks ago when prepping for this. Is competitively-shod this time and looks a solid first-3 prospect
Sanctioned in a 2800m Rambouillet Class E 3 weeks ago when prepping for this. Is competitively-shod this time and looks a solid first-3 prospect
Impressive winner of a 3125m Angers Class E, on re-entry, just over 2 weeks ago and if still on the boil, can walk away with a double
Impressive winner of a 3125m Angers Class E, on re-entry, just over 2 weeks ago and if still on the boil, can walk away with a double
Sanctioned in a 3150m Saint-Brieuc Class E a month back. Has ability but others much easier to trust
Sanctioned in a 3150m Saint-Brieuc Class E a month back. Has ability but others much easier to trust
A quality element that seldom disappoints when applied, JABLO DU CHENE (12) got straight back in the game after his break and, with form maintained, can repeat. Paul Ploquin will still be wary of the recently-reinvigorated JOKER BATMAN (4) who breaks with a 25m head-start, and the similarly well-placed JET DU RAVARY (5) who sports a new configuration and who will be reined by a leading pilot. JET MESLOIS (11) is not everyone's cup of tea but he has ample ability and racing with front pads will do his prospects no disservice.
12th of 13 finishers in a 2875m Argentan Class E mid-month. Just front shoes off this time but current form does little to inspire confidence
12th of 13 finishers in a 2875m Argentan Class E mid-month. Just front shoes off this time but current form does little to inspire confidence
Drops back in category after coming 9th of 10 in a 2100m Vincennes Class D a fortnight ago. Benefits from a good entry and, with application, can make a big splash
Drops back in category after coming 9th of 10 in a 2100m Vincennes Class D a fortnight ago. Benefits from a good entry and, with application, can make a big splash
Has not been seen out since finishing 9th of 11 in a 2850m Vincennes Class E last December. Races first time barefoot though, and from the 3-spot will be worth monitoring
Has not been seen out since finishing 9th of 11 in a 2850m Vincennes Class E last December. Races first time barefoot though, and from the 3-spot will be worth monitoring
Pleasantly surprised when securing a 2900m Amiens Class F 3 weeks ago. Steps up in category but has the plum spot behind the car and, with form maintained, can pick up some prizemoney
Pleasantly surprised when securing a 2900m Amiens Class F 3 weeks ago. Steps up in category but has the plum spot behind the car and, with form maintained, can pick up some prizemoney
Has shown improvement since starting to race barefoot, most recently 3rd of 16 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E on 4 April. Well-positioned and while unlikely to impose, should still figure prominently at the business end of the race
Has shown improvement since starting to race barefoot, most recently 3rd of 16 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E on 4 April. Well-positioned and while unlikely to impose, should still figure prominently at the business end of the race
8th of 12 in a Class E over course and distance on 18 March. Stays shod and will have other priorities
8th of 12 in a Class E over course and distance on 18 March. Stays shod and will have other priorities
Won at Vire earlier this term before faulting twice, latterly in a 2350m Angers Class E on 11 April. Races barefoot for the first time and can put his recent sanctions firmly behind him. Claim
Won at Vire earlier this term before faulting twice, latterly in a 2350m Angers Class E on 11 April. Races barefoot for the first time and can put his recent sanctions firmly behind him. Claim
3rd over track and trip last month before faulting in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 1 April. Races barefoot this time though and, although drawn wide, must still be afforded respect
3rd over track and trip last month before faulting in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 1 April. Races barefoot this time though and, although drawn wide, must still be afforded respect
Pleasant 7th of 12 in a 2350m Angers Class E on 11 April, on first start back. Will have progressed and should logically be in a position to challenge for victory this time
Pleasant 7th of 12 in a 2350m Angers Class E on 11 April, on first start back. Will have progressed and should logically be in a position to challenge for victory this time
Modest individual that was sanctioned in a 2625m Cherbourg Class G early last month and, barefoot or not, has nothing going for him here
Modest individual that was sanctioned in a 2625m Cherbourg Class G early last month and, barefoot or not, has nothing going for him here
Kicked the year off superbly but has since lost his way, most recently last of 11 in a 2800m Tours Class F a fortnight ago and, even sporting a new configuration, will struggle to make his mark
Kicked the year off superbly but has since lost his way, most recently last of 11 in a 2800m Tours Class F a fortnight ago and, even sporting a new configuration, will struggle to make his mark
Won over course and distance last month before trotting good 3rd of 7 in a 2500m Reims Class F earlier this month. On the back line, but form is not in question, and the new shoeing formula may be just the ticket. Chance
Won over course and distance last month before trotting good 3rd of 7 in a 2500m Reims Class F earlier this month. On the back line, but form is not in question, and the new shoeing formula may be just the ticket. Chance
Has not been seen out since securing a 4th successive sanction in a 2200m Vincennes monte Class C last August. Has talent to burn and races unshod-behind, but will need the outing
Has not been seen out since securing a 4th successive sanction in a 2200m Vincennes monte Class C last August. Has talent to burn and races unshod-behind, but will need the outing
Got off the mark at Reims last month before faulting early in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E on 4 April. Returns to racing clockwise and will generate some interest
Got off the mark at Reims last month before faulting early in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E on 4 April. Returns to racing clockwise and will generate some interest
Sanctioned in a 2725m Lisieux Class F a fortnight ago. Shoes on again and no threat
Sanctioned in a 2725m Lisieux Class F a fortnight ago. Shoes on again and no threat
Promising colt starting for the first time since winning a 2700m Graignes Class F last August and will not be given a hard race
Promising colt starting for the first time since winning a 2700m Graignes Class F last August and will not be given a hard race
A number in contention here but a tentative nod nevertheless goes to the tricky KNOX JENILOU (7) who races barefoot for the first time. KINGMAN DELO (9) will have come on for his re-entry run and, despite the wide draw, still looks better than most here. KRISTOBAL (12) is forced to start on the back row but won here last month, sports a new configuration and, with David Thomain reining, will be no soft touch. KEEP TRUST (2) has a good spot behind the car and will have a lot to offer if he takes to the new conditions.
Lost his action in a 2150m Enghien Class E late last month but is hard to fault when focused. Has never shown much liking for Caen but in current condition is hard to ignore
Lost his action in a 2150m Enghien Class E late last month but is hard to fault when focused. Has never shown much liking for Caen but in current condition is hard to ignore
Undeniably capable but disappointing 6th in a 2875m Argentan Class E late-March and will need to find significantly more
Undeniably capable but disappointing 6th in a 2875m Argentan Class E late-March and will need to find significantly more
Produced some decent results this year before faulting in a 2875m Argentan Class E a month ago. Appreciates Caen and, with application, can get in on the action
Produced some decent results this year before faulting in a 2875m Argentan Class E a month ago. Appreciates Caen and, with application, can get in on the action
9th of 10 finishers in a 2850m Laval Class E on 30 March. Sanctioned in both previous starts here and looks outclassed
9th of 10 finishers in a 2850m Laval Class E on 30 March. Sanctioned in both previous starts here and looks outclassed
Quality mare making first appearance since coming 4th of 13 in a 2850m Vincennes Class D early-January. Shoes on and best to hold off
Quality mare making first appearance since coming 4th of 13 in a 2850m Vincennes Class D early-January. Shoes on and best to hold off
Useful sort that was sanctioned on comeback in a 2625m Cherbourg Class E earlier in the month but goes barefoot this time and is unlikely to disappoint
Useful sort that was sanctioned on comeback in a 2625m Cherbourg Class E earlier in the month but goes barefoot this time and is unlikely to disappoint
Pleasant 2nd of 12 in a 2750m Class E at La Capelle 3 weeks ago but a repeat seems unlikely
Pleasant 2nd of 12 in a 2750m Class E at La Capelle 3 weeks ago but a repeat seems unlikely
8th of 9, on re-entry, in a 2500m Reims Class D 10 days ago and can be confidently disregarded
8th of 9, on re-entry, in a 2500m Reims Class D 10 days ago and can be confidently disregarded
5th of 13 in a 2400m Amiens Class E early last month. Has had time to sharpen up and, with Eric Raffin reining, will be dangerous
5th of 13 in a 2400m Amiens Class E early last month. Has had time to sharpen up and, with Eric Raffin reining, will be dangerous
10th of 12 in a 2875m Argentan Class E, when being conditioned, late last month. Out of his category here but is shod competitively and will be worth monitoring
10th of 12 in a 2875m Argentan Class E, when being conditioned, late last month. Out of his category here but is shod competitively and will be worth monitoring
Returns to the harness code after coming 3rd of 12 in a 2800m Tours monte Class F 2 weeks ago and while not a priority, still looks an interesting outside chance
Returns to the harness code after coming 3rd of 12 in a 2800m Tours monte Class F 2 weeks ago and while not a priority, still looks an interesting outside chance
Occasionally a handful but otherwise very useful. Close 2nd in a 2700m Vincennes Class E on 9 April and, with form maintained, can bring home the bacon
Occasionally a handful but otherwise very useful. Close 2nd in a 2700m Vincennes Class E on 9 April and, with form maintained, can bring home the bacon
Pleasantly surprising 3rd of 13 in a 2800m Rambouillet Class E 3 weeks ago, on first appearance for almost 9 months, and is eminently capable of winning a race of this nature
Pleasantly surprising 3rd of 13 in a 2800m Rambouillet Class E 3 weeks ago, on first appearance for almost 9 months, and is eminently capable of winning a race of this nature
12th behind JOKER MADRIK (13) in a 2800m Rambouillet Class E 3 weeks ago and, even though reverting to a proven formula, can still not be considered a player
12th behind JOKER MADRIK (13) in a 2800m Rambouillet Class E 3 weeks ago and, even though reverting to a proven formula, can still not be considered a player
10th, a place behind JULIE DU CLOS (14), in a 2875m Argentan Class E a month back and will have little to offer
10th, a place behind JULIE DU CLOS (14), in a 2875m Argentan Class E a month back and will have little to offer
Sanctioned in a 2800m Rambouillet Class E earlier in the month. Front pads fitted for the first time but is unlikely to make any impact
Sanctioned in a 2800m Rambouillet Class E earlier in the month. Front pads fitted for the first time but is unlikely to make any impact
Quite a contest in prospect here, with the recently reinvigorated JULIA D'AMOUR (12) returning to a track she likes and should have the measure of the boys this time, although JOKER MADRIK (13) gave an excellent account on re-entry and will have come on for the run. JACKPOT D'ORGUEIL (9) is no slouch either and, barefoot for the occasion, looks to be in with a realistic shout. JINGALO DU CHENE (6) has a race under his belt, is barefoot with David Thomain reining, and will be competitive for a place on the podium.
