Caen 29 May 2019
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Career debutante that set off no fireworks in qualification. Gets a M.Mottier ride though and will have her supporters
Career debutante that set off no fireworks in qualification. Gets a M.Mottier ride though and will have her supporters
Sanctioned in both starts under harness and unlikely to spring any surprises first time under the saddle
Sanctioned in both starts under harness and unlikely to spring any surprises first time under the saddle
Well regarded filly but sanctioned in both public appearances. Left regrets at Maure though and on good behaviour can go far
Well regarded filly but sanctioned in both public appearances. Left regrets at Maure though and on good behaviour can go far
Eighth behind (13) GOLDA DU POMMEREUX here last time but has evident talent and can get in on the action if she gets off on the right foot
Eighth behind (13) GOLDA DU POMMEREUX here last time but has evident talent and can get in on the action if she gets off on the right foot
Qualified decently but failed to fire on harness debut. Switches code and direction and should not be overlooked
Qualified decently but failed to fire on harness debut. Switches code and direction and should not be overlooked
Has yet to show any particular aptitude for the harness game and unlikely to generate much interest on ridden debut
Has yet to show any particular aptitude for the harness game and unlikely to generate much interest on ridden debut
Well beaten on only start here. Showed improvement behind (10) GOLDIE FLYER at Amiens next time but still not an obvious choice
Well beaten on only start here. Showed improvement behind (10) GOLDIE FLYER at Amiens next time but still not an obvious choice
Unexceptional under harness so far and will need to show a different side to herself
Unexceptional under harness so far and will need to show a different side to herself
Showed some promise under the saddle earlier in the season and with stride in check can get a look in
Showed some promise under the saddle earlier in the season and with stride in check can get a look in
Respectable in both codes to date but needs to make a lot of progress and a minor place chance at best
Respectable in both codes to date but needs to make a lot of progress and a minor place chance at best
Tricky type but left a good impression behind (13) GOLDA DU POMMEREUX here earlier in the month and can pick up another place cheque
Tricky type but left a good impression behind (13) GOLDA DU POMMEREUX here earlier in the month and can pick up another place cheque
Opened her account at first time of asking. Fifth in the race of reference but with stride in check should show marked improvement
Opened her account at first time of asking. Fifth in the race of reference but with stride in check should show marked improvement
In the frame in both starts here. Just headed last time but has every chance of getting off the mark
In the frame in both starts here. Just headed last time but has every chance of getting off the mark
In the frame in both starts over course and distance (13) GOLDA DU POMMEREUX is perfectly in her category here and can lose her maiden status this time. Thomain can nevertheless expect to meet opposition from the promising (12) GORGEOUS GASCOGNE who faulted early behind her last time out. (11) GENTIANE DU RIB raced a respectable third that day and can again finish in the first three. (4) GUINGUETTE SIBEY is far better than her eighth place would suggest and considerable improvement is expected.
Placed in two of five ridden starts here. Never far from losing her action but with stride in check can make her presence felt
Placed in two of five ridden starts here. Never far from losing her action but with stride in check can make her presence felt
Undeniably capable but sanctioned more often than not. Unseen since last July and will need the run
Undeniably capable but sanctioned more often than not. Unseen since last July and will need the run
Appreciates these conditions but off the boil so far this year and with shoes on will have little to offer
Appreciates these conditions but off the boil so far this year and with shoes on will have little to offer
Complicated trotter that has done nothing noteworthy since winning here 14 months ago and will have few friends
Complicated trotter that has done nothing noteworthy since winning here 14 months ago and will have few friends
25 races and yet to open her account. Has never made her mark here and can be ruled out
25 races and yet to open her account. Has never made her mark here and can be ruled out
Has done nothing of note since winning at Graignes last December and will have few takers
Has done nothing of note since winning at Graignes last December and will have few takers
Useful sort that has won over course and distance. Pleased here earlier in the month and starting in front this time should not be too far off the mark
Useful sort that has won over course and distance. Pleased here earlier in the month and starting in front this time should not be too far off the mark
Unexceptional mare that has yet to get off the mark. Is proven here though and with hind shoes off for first time could play a small role
Unexceptional mare that has yet to get off the mark. Is proven here though and with hind shoes off for first time could play a small role
Has not won since the autumn but encouraged at Vincennes last time. Takes a dip in class and must be respected
Has not won since the autumn but encouraged at Vincennes last time. Takes a dip in class and must be respected
Capable but not the easiest to handle. Won a harness claimer three weeks ago and if applied can get a look in
Capable but not the easiest to handle. Won a harness claimer three weeks ago and if applied can get a look in
Reliability not his strong suit but is confirmed at this level under the saddle. Goes right handed this time but the penalty does him no favours
Reliability not his strong suit but is confirmed at this level under the saddle. Goes right handed this time but the penalty does him no favours
Complicated mare but imposed smartly over course and distance eleven days ago. On the second line this time but drops marginally in category and can double up
Complicated mare but imposed smartly over course and distance eleven days ago. On the second line this time but drops marginally in category and can double up
Not a winner but regularly gives his best. Not disgraced here last time and should have the wherewithal to go closer
Not a winner but regularly gives his best. Not disgraced here last time and should have the wherewithal to go closer
Has struggled with form this year. Is confirmed under the saddle though and must not be overlooked
Has struggled with form this year. Is confirmed under the saddle though and must not be overlooked
Delicate but seldom far off the mark when unshod and applied. Twice a winner under these conditions and in present form looks a leading contender
Delicate but seldom far off the mark when unshod and applied. Twice a winner under these conditions and in present form looks a leading contender
Pleased on ridden debut earlier in the year and returns to the specialty after some modest performances under harness. Incurs the penalty but still one to note
Pleased on ridden debut earlier in the year and returns to the specialty after some modest performances under harness. Incurs the penalty but still one to note
Delicate she may be but (12) ELISA MUSICA has a good record at Caen. She imposed in style here recently and even though on the second line this time still looks good enough to double her money. She will however be pitted against the in-form (15) EXQUISE DANCER who won a similar event with ease two months ago. (13) ET MAINTENANT is better than recent results would suggest and with a good trip can make the frame this time. (7) FALBALA D'EM is in fine shape and is confirmed under these conditions. (9) FLORIANE's recent Vincennes performance did not go unnoticed and she will justifiably garner support.
Progressive type that lost his maiden tag at Graignes four weeks ago. Unplaced in two here but still a player
Progressive type that lost his maiden tag at Graignes four weeks ago. Unplaced in two here but still a player
Sanctioned twice before trotting fourth in an Argentan claimer. Steps up in class and even though well placed behind the car will have his work cut out
Sanctioned twice before trotting fourth in an Argentan claimer. Steps up in class and even though well placed behind the car will have his work cut out
Impressive in qualification but never at his ease on recent debut. Should appreciate Caen conditions though and can make amends
Impressive in qualification but never at his ease on recent debut. Should appreciate Caen conditions though and can make amends
Modest colt that was quickly sanctioned on Laon debut early May. Has a good position in front but others still preferred
Modest colt that was quickly sanctioned on Laon debut early May. Has a good position in front but others still preferred
Winner on debut before going close at Rambouillet next time. Comes here fresh and from the 5 spot looks a serious proposition
Winner on debut before going close at Rambouillet next time. Comes here fresh and from the 5 spot looks a serious proposition
Has shown decent aptitude to date. Below par behind (7) GIVE ME CASH here but showed his form at Nancy and will have his supporters
Has shown decent aptitude to date. Below par behind (7) GIVE ME CASH here but showed his form at Nancy and will have his supporters
Delicate sort and yet to get off the mark but finished second to a good colt here earlier in the month and looks the leading prospect this time
Delicate sort and yet to get off the mark but finished second to a good colt here earlier in the month and looks the leading prospect this time
Consistently gives a good account. Showed his form last time and despite the wide draw can still get in on the action
Consistently gives a good account. Showed his form last time and despite the wide draw can still get in on the action
Has evident ability but sanctioned in last two. Unraced since mid March and expected to need the outing
Has evident ability but sanctioned in last two. Unraced since mid March and expected to need the outing
Sanctioned as often as not (7) GIVE ME CASH nevertheless gave an excellent account here early May behind a horse that has since confirmed at a superior level and with Eric Raffin back in the wagon will take all the beating. Very hard to fault so far (5) GASPAR DE BRION makes his first appearance on a hard surface but can still apply the pressure. (1) GENET DE BOITRON got off the mark at Graignes last time and while unlikely to repeat can still finish in the mix. (3) GASPARD DU PONT has the plum spot in front and should logically improve on his Vichy debut performance.
Complicated type that has yet to make her mark. Sanctioned in six of nine and no threat
Complicated type that has yet to make her mark. Sanctioned in six of nine and no threat
Lightly raced but impressive on comeback here last month. Returns fresh and going barefoot this time will have a lot to offer
Lightly raced but impressive on comeback here last month. Returns fresh and going barefoot this time will have a lot to offer
Rarely far from the action when applied. Sanctioned in both here but goes first time unshod behind and will be worth monitoring
Rarely far from the action when applied. Sanctioned in both here but goes first time unshod behind and will be worth monitoring
Useful filly with decent references going clockwise. In decent form but shoes on this time and others preferred
Useful filly with decent references going clockwise. In decent form but shoes on this time and others preferred
Clearly talented but regularly a handful. Left regrets behind (11) FANNY DE GUINETTE last month and with stride in check will not be too far off the mark
Clearly talented but regularly a handful. Left regrets behind (11) FANNY DE GUINETTE last month and with stride in check will not be too far off the mark
Delicate but no slouch on a good day. Finished ahead of (8) FASHION SPEED last time and will generate more interest on this occasion
Delicate but no slouch on a good day. Finished ahead of (8) FASHION SPEED last time and will generate more interest on this occasion
Started to come good late last season. Gave a good account at Amiens last time and even though in better company can still get a look in
Started to come good late last season. Gave a good account at Amiens last time and even though in better company can still get a look in
Hardy filly that won on comeback early March. Was by no means disgraced last time after over two months off and must be afforded respect
Hardy filly that won on comeback early March. Was by no means disgraced last time after over two months off and must be afforded respect
Quality individual that made a good comeback here late last month. Steps up in class but entrusted to Lebourgeois for the occasion and can go far
Quality individual that made a good comeback here late last month. Steps up in class but entrusted to Lebourgeois for the occasion and can go far
Won both last year and picked up at Cherbourg last month where she left off. Debuts at Caen but still the horse to beat
Won both last year and picked up at Cherbourg last month where she left off. Debuts at Caen but still the horse to beat
Has made decent progress in recent months. Trotted second under these conditions last time but steps up in class and a minor place prospect at best
Has made decent progress in recent months. Trotted second under these conditions last time but steps up in class and a minor place prospect at best
Opened her account at Vire before trotting fifth over course and distance next time. Unseen since early March but is barefoot for the occasion and should not be underestimated
Opened her account at Vire before trotting fifth over course and distance next time. Unseen since early March but is barefoot for the occasion and should not be underestimated
Not the most dependable but has bags of ability. Lost her action at Vichy a fortnight ago but on better behaviour can get back in the game
Not the most dependable but has bags of ability. Lost her action at Vichy a fortnight ago but on better behaviour can get back in the game
Blows hot and cold but showed marked progress at Cholet last time. Goes first time unshod behind and with Raffin at the helm looks a leading contender
Blows hot and cold but showed marked progress at Cholet last time. Goes first time unshod behind and with Raffin at the helm looks a leading contender
Regularly a question of all or nothing but has a good entry here. Is clearly in form and with stride in check can play an important role
Regularly a question of all or nothing but has a good entry here. Is clearly in form and with stride in check can play an important role
Winner of all three starts to date (10) FLICKA DE BREVOL made no bones about winning on her comeback at Cherbourg late April and after a month off to freshen up she goes without hind shoes for the first time and can maintain her perfect status. (14) FREEDOM DU PARC is similarly unshod following a convincing re-entry at Cholet and looks a serious prospect. In the frame in her last three of 2018 (9) FAYAMA CHATHO has picked up this term precisely where she left off and can again go close. (5) FICTION D'ERABLE will have her chances if she can keep her action together.
Useful trotter with good Caen references. Takes on some decent elements here but can still get a look in
Useful trotter with good Caen references. Takes on some decent elements here but can still get a look in
Quality individual that has yet to produce the goods here but is first time barefoot and the draw stands him in good stead
Quality individual that has yet to produce the goods here but is first time barefoot and the draw stands him in good stead
Highly impressive here last season. Has two races under his belt and is not incapable of winning this
Highly impressive here last season. Has two races under his belt and is not incapable of winning this
Serious trotter that has taken his game up a level recently. Benefits from a superb entry and can complement his Amiens victory
Serious trotter that has taken his game up a level recently. Benefits from a superb entry and can complement his Amiens victory
Delicate but rarely out of the picture when applied. Has already won for E.Raffin and is well placed to give this a good go
Delicate but rarely out of the picture when applied. Has already won for E.Raffin and is well placed to give this a good go
Seldom gets his nose in front but left a fine impression at Maure recently and in similar form can again figure prominently
Seldom gets his nose in front but left a fine impression at Maure recently and in similar form can again figure prominently
Tricky type that pleased on only start here. Will appreciate the mobile start and going first time barefoot could be the ticket to his redemption
Tricky type that pleased on only start here. Will appreciate the mobile start and going first time barefoot could be the ticket to his redemption
Solid at the end of last season but disappointing so far this year. Is confirmed under harness here but at this level will have too much to do
Solid at the end of last season but disappointing so far this year. Is confirmed under harness here but at this level will have too much to do
Has ability and is proven here but better when unshod and the draw does him no favours
Has ability and is proven here but better when unshod and the draw does him no favours
Useful on a good day but has just one race under his belt and expected to need another outing
Useful on a good day but has just one race under his belt and expected to need another outing
Consistently in the thick of things for past two months. Pleased behind (16) ELEVE DE LOUIS last time here and will have his supporters
Consistently in the thick of things for past two months. Pleased behind (16) ELEVE DE LOUIS last time here and will have his supporters
Modest type that seldom springs any surprises. Has just one race in him and no threat
Modest type that seldom springs any surprises. Has just one race in him and no threat
Has done nothing of note in either code this year and will have few friends
Has done nothing of note in either code this year and will have few friends
Back in the game with two solid efforts lately but has no love for Caen and can be passed over
Back in the game with two solid efforts lately but has no love for Caen and can be passed over
Blows hot and cold but in the frame in two of last three. Winner of only start here but must defy the draw
Blows hot and cold but in the frame in two of last three. Winner of only start here but must defy the draw
Erratic but gave a good account under these conditions two months ago. Has a tough draw though and others preferred
Erratic but gave a good account under these conditions two months ago. Has a tough draw though and others preferred
Solid as a rock since the turn of the year and impressive with hind shoes off (4) EL PACO comes to Caen fresh and from the 4-spot can continue his winning ways. Winner over course and distance last season before being put away for the year (3) EBAT D'ERABLE should be fully fit by now and is the choice of David Thomain. Seldom disappointing when applied (5) ERMES DES BROUSSES imposed on her only appearance with Eric Raffin in the sulky and is sufficiently well positioned in front to make a big splash. (6) ECLAIR DE KEROSAY showed her form at Maure last time and must be taken seriously. (2) EXIL D'ERABLE is first time barefoot and the draw will only work in his favour.
Moderate type that has made no impact so far this year and can be confidently ruled out
Moderate type that has made no impact so far this year and can be confidently ruled out
Impressive since returning to competition. Winner of last three in the specialty and can make it four on the trot
Impressive since returning to competition. Winner of last three in the specialty and can make it four on the trot
In the frame in both ridden starts this year. Likes Caen and with hind shoes off this time must be respected
In the frame in both ridden starts this year. Likes Caen and with hind shoes off this time must be respected
Gave a good account at Nancy nine days ago. Appreciates Caen and can get a look in
Gave a good account at Nancy nine days ago. Appreciates Caen and can get a look in
Has placed just once in three under the saddle. Unlikely to be at peak fitness and others preferred
Has placed just once in three under the saddle. Unlikely to be at peak fitness and others preferred
Can prove a handful but showed his form in Paris recently. Raffin takes over and from the front line will be dangerous
Can prove a handful but showed his form in Paris recently. Raffin takes over and from the front line will be dangerous
Unseen under the saddle since 2016 but currently in decent shape and should not be entirely overlooked
Unseen under the saddle since 2016 but currently in decent shape and should not be entirely overlooked
Got back down to business with a fine performance at Arras earlier in the month. 25m better off this time and one to note
Got back down to business with a fine performance at Arras earlier in the month. 25m better off this time and one to note
Quality element making her first appearance for a year but has a superb entry in front and with shoes off for the occasion can get straight back in the game
Quality element making her first appearance for a year but has a superb entry in front and with shoes off for the occasion can get straight back in the game
Capable sort that is confirmed here but has yet to get into his stride and can be passed over
Capable sort that is confirmed here but has yet to get into his stride and can be passed over
Not the most dependable but has good Caen credentials and will pick up a cheque if she can reproduce her penultimate performance
Not the most dependable but has good Caen credentials and will pick up a cheque if she can reproduce her penultimate performance
A total write off for some time and can now look forward to his forthcoming retirement
A total write off for some time and can now look forward to his forthcoming retirement
Faithful servant making first appearance since January. Has never produced the goods here but at this level can get a look in
Faithful servant making first appearance since January. Has never produced the goods here but at this level can get a look in
Erratic type that showed improvement at Meslay last week but still has more to find
Erratic type that showed improvement at Meslay last week but still has more to find
Complicated but has nothing to prove at this level and if fully fit can play an important role
Complicated but has nothing to prove at this level and if fully fit can play an important role
Absolutely dynamic since returning from a lengthy absence (2) BASCO DU VIVIER is unbeaten in three under the saddle this year and again looks the pick of the field. (6) CALIN DU RHONNEAU would have imposed at Vincennes a fortnight ago had he stayed in stride and with Eric Raffin in the irons this time can redeem himself. The complicated (15) AMARILLA DE RABUT has two races in her following the break and even though on the second line she goes barefoot for the occasion and can make the frame. (9) CORONA GEDE has references at a superior level and although unraced for twelve months she races unshod and must not be underestimated.
Out of the picture in all four since winning a minor event early March. Placed in just one of three here and others preferred
Out of the picture in all four since winning a minor event early March. Placed in just one of three here and others preferred
Erratic but recently showed his form at Vichy. Likes these shorter trips and breaking from the 2 spot with Raffin in charge can win this
Erratic but recently showed his form at Vichy. Likes these shorter trips and breaking from the 2 spot with Raffin in charge can win this
Very hard to fault of late and showed his liking for Caen last time. Stays shod on this occasion but drops marginally in category and can go close
Very hard to fault of late and showed his liking for Caen last time. Stays shod on this occasion but drops marginally in category and can go close
Has not made the frame for past 11 months. No fan of Caen and chances slim
Has not made the frame for past 11 months. No fan of Caen and chances slim
Ended last season on a fine note and has picked up where he left off. Is confirmed under these conditions and should again have a good hand to play
Ended last season on a fine note and has picked up where he left off. Is confirmed under these conditions and should again have a good hand to play
Useful trotter when applied. Left a good impression on comeback last month and should not be overlooked
Useful trotter when applied. Left a good impression on comeback last month and should not be overlooked
Useful sort with decent references at this level. Set his personal best at Enghien last month and will not be far from the action
Useful sort with decent references at this level. Set his personal best at Enghien last month and will not be far from the action
Mixes the good with the less good but has ample ability and with stride in check can make his presence felt
Mixes the good with the less good but has ample ability and with stride in check can make his presence felt
Blows hot and cold but impressive over longer here early May. Drops back in class following a moderate Vichy effort and despite the wide draw still looks a serious proposition
Blows hot and cold but impressive over longer here early May. Drops back in class following a moderate Vichy effort and despite the wide draw still looks a serious proposition
No slouch on a good day but sanctioned in three of last four and the second line draw only compounds matters
No slouch on a good day but sanctioned in three of last four and the second line draw only compounds matters
Never far from losing his action but is in decent shape. At this level though will have his work cut out
Never far from losing his action but is in decent shape. At this level though will have his work cut out
Moderate sort with better credentials in the other code and has no realistic chance
Moderate sort with better credentials in the other code and has no realistic chance
(2) DADDY CUT appears to have a lot going for him here. In form and at ease going right-handed he races unshod behind with Eric Raffin at the helm and can return to winning ways. (9) DIADEME DU CEBE put on quite the show here earlier in the month and even though drawn wide can still play a major part. In the frame in his last three and latterly over 2450m here (3) CAFTAN BESP has a considerably better spot on the front line and despite racing shod still looks a player. (7) DESTIN D'HAUFOR debuts at the venue and at this level can pick up a cheque.
Modest individual that has made no impact for 18 months and is not about to change his ways
Modest individual that has made no impact for 18 months and is not about to change his ways
Tends to give a good account when barefoot. Sanctioned at Tours but will have his supporters
Tends to give a good account when barefoot. Sanctioned at Tours but will have his supporters
Has started to come good again following a lengthy absence but would be preferred at a lower level
Has started to come good again following a lengthy absence but would be preferred at a lower level
Has shown markedly better aptitude for the ridden discipline. Is however confirmed under these conditions and should not be written off
Has shown markedly better aptitude for the ridden discipline. Is however confirmed under these conditions and should not be written off
Has enjoyed a decent run for the most part this year. Unlikely to make the frame but can pick up a cheque
Has enjoyed a decent run for the most part this year. Unlikely to make the frame but can pick up a cheque
Went close on first start of the year but disappointing under harness since and can be ignored
Went close on first start of the year but disappointing under harness since and can be ignored
Considerably better trotter in the other code. Here for reasons of conditioning and no threat
Considerably better trotter in the other code. Here for reasons of conditioning and no threat
Impressive winner at Chartres a fortnight ago when associated with Raffin for first time and going barefoot again can repeat
Impressive winner at Chartres a fortnight ago when associated with Raffin for first time and going barefoot again can repeat
Not the most reliable but in the frame in two of last three. Breaks in front and must be afforded significant respect
Not the most reliable but in the frame in two of last three. Breaks in front and must be afforded significant respect
Hardy trotter that always gives his best and can get in on the action if he stays in stride
Hardy trotter that always gives his best and can get in on the action if he stays in stride
Tends to go better in the amateur division. Has previously won here and will generate some interest
Tends to go better in the amateur division. Has previously won here and will generate some interest
Confirmed under these conditions but has not made the frame for past ten months and can be ruled out
Confirmed under these conditions but has not made the frame for past ten months and can be ruled out
In the frame in two of three since the break. Unbeaten in three starts here and even from the second line looks a serious player
In the frame in two of three since the break. Unbeaten in three starts here and even from the second line looks a serious player
Complicated but gave a good account under the saddle here recently when first time barefoot. Shoes off again and worth noting
Complicated but gave a good account under the saddle here recently when first time barefoot. Shoes off again and worth noting
Unplaced in eight since winning early March and can be passed over
Unplaced in eight since winning early March and can be passed over
Yet to get into his stride this term. Has previously won here though and should not be too far off the mark
Yet to get into his stride this term. Has previously won here though and should not be too far off the mark
Blows hot and cold but can trot when applied. Has other priorities however and can be passed over
Blows hot and cold but can trot when applied. Has other priorities however and can be passed over
Talented trotter but trounced in last three. Takes a dip in class though and can get back in the game
Talented trotter but trounced in last three. Takes a dip in class though and can get back in the game
Impressive winner at Chartres two weeks ago with Eric Raffin in charge for the first time (8) CHAYANE DE CALVI looks eminently capable of doubling her money. (9) CHANTACO would be preferred on a smaller circuit but in current form still looks dangerous. Yet to be bested at Caen (13) BELINDA DU ROUMOIS incurs the penalty but is in cracking form and will have her chances. The delicate (16) CAPITAL CHARM also breaks from the second line and with application should get back in the game. A faithful servant for the most part (18) BON JENILOU has failed to make the grade in better company lately but the drop in category can only work to his advantage.
