Cagnes-Sur-Mer 10 March 2024
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Comfortable Class E course-and-distance winner on 15 February. Steps up in category but thrives at Cagnes and still has the class to make this his own
Comfortable Class E course-and-distance winner on 15 February. Steps up in category but thrives at Cagnes and still has the class to make this his own
Unraced since finishing last of 7 in a 2850m Vincennes Class E on 12 December and is not about to spring a surprise
Unraced since finishing last of 7 in a 2850m Vincennes Class E on 12 December and is not about to spring a surprise
Superb winner of a 2050m Agen-Le Passage Class E last Monday but stays shod and will have other priorities
Superb winner of a 2050m Agen-Le Passage Class E last Monday but stays shod and will have other priorities
Hardy sort that trotted a courageous, but beaten, 4th to GOLO KANTE (5) in a 2650m Marseille-Vivaux Class E late-January. Unlikely to improve on that but can still eke out some prizemoney
Hardy sort that trotted a courageous, but beaten, 4th to GOLO KANTE (5) in a 2650m Marseille-Vivaux Class E late-January. Unlikely to improve on that but can still eke out some prizemoney
Model of consistency in both codes this winter, latterly trotting 3rd in a 2700m Cagnes Class E on 3 February. Form is not in question and can bring the fight to INITIALE CASTELETS (1)
Model of consistency in both codes this winter, latterly trotting 3rd in a 2700m Cagnes Class E on 3 February. Form is not in question and can bring the fight to INITIALE CASTELETS (1)
Oddly lacklustre 11th of 13 in a 2050m Agen-Le Passage Class E early last week, after having produced 2 excellent performances. Has yet to excel at Cagnes however and not a contender this time
Oddly lacklustre 11th of 13 in a 2050m Agen-Le Passage Class E early last week, after having produced 2 excellent performances. Has yet to excel at Cagnes however and not a contender this time
5th of 10, at 38/1, under similar conditions on 28 February but a repeat seems most improbable
5th of 10, at 38/1, under similar conditions on 28 February but a repeat seems most improbable
Unraced since pulling off a hat-trick when securing a 2875m Enghien Class C late-October. May be a race shy but still looks capable of finishing in the mix
Unraced since pulling off a hat-trick when securing a 2875m Enghien Class C late-October. May be a race shy but still looks capable of finishing in the mix
11th of 15 on comeback in a harness Class B over course and distance mid-February. New to the code and the change of scenery may be just the ticket
11th of 15 on comeback in a harness Class B over course and distance mid-February. New to the code and the change of scenery may be just the ticket
INITIALE CASTELETS (1) made it 4 wins from her last 5 starts when trouncing the opposition here on 15 February and, in similar form, can double her money. GOLO KANTE (5) however, has done little to disappoint under the saddle for some time, races barefoot for the occasion, and looks the principal threat. Unraced since October and shoes on for re-entry, GO OR NOT (8) is forced to start on the second line but still has the wherewithal to give this a good go. GIROLAMO (9) takes his first competitive steps in the discipline and even though shod could pleasantly surprise.
Good 4th of 8 in a 2925m Cagnes Class E last weekend. Has simply thrived here this term and will be competitive for another place on the podium
Good 4th of 8 in a 2925m Cagnes Class E last weekend. Has simply thrived here this term and will be competitive for another place on the podium
Decent 4th of 9 in a Class C over track and trip on 20 February. Is well-placed in front and Romain Derieux will, justifiably, be out to give HAFFIENOU (6) a run for his money
Decent 4th of 9 in a Class C over track and trip on 20 February. Is well-placed in front and Romain Derieux will, justifiably, be out to give HAFFIENOU (6) a run for his money
6th in last weekend's race of reference. Has a good spot behind the car but others still preferred
6th in last weekend's race of reference. Has a good spot behind the car but others still preferred
2nd over 1660m in Bologna a week ago, having acquitted himself well at Lyon-La Soie the previous month. Well-placed on the front line and has decent prospects of making the first 5
2nd over 1660m in Bologna a week ago, having acquitted himself well at Lyon-La Soie the previous month. Well-placed on the front line and has decent prospects of making the first 5
Handy Italian trotter making first French start after trotting 2nd over 1600m at Foggia. Is in a different league here though and, despite the good draw, will struggle to make his mark
Handy Italian trotter making first French start after trotting 2nd over 1600m at Foggia. Is in a different league here though and, despite the good draw, will struggle to make his mark
Has done nothing but progress lately, latterly winning a 2150m Cagnes Class E from pillar to post 11 days ago. Breaks from the front and has every chance of repeating
Has done nothing but progress lately, latterly winning a 2150m Cagnes Class E from pillar to post 11 days ago. Breaks from the front and has every chance of repeating
Returns to France after being sanctioned over 1650m in Milan a month ago. Is confirmed at this level but looks no more than a minor place chance on this occasion
Returns to France after being sanctioned over 1650m in Milan a month ago. Is confirmed at this level but looks no more than a minor place chance on this occasion
Faulted early finishing last of 8, behind HOLLENBOURG (1), in a 2925m Class E here last weekend, having won over course and distance in February. Champion driver reining this time and must be respected
Faulted early finishing last of 8, behind HOLLENBOURG (1), in a 2925m Class E here last weekend, having won over course and distance in February. Champion driver reining this time and must be respected
Won a Vincennes amateur event before faulting in a 2625m Agen-Le Passage Class D on 12 February and is unlikely to have many friends
Won a Vincennes amateur event before faulting in a 2625m Agen-Le Passage Class D on 12 February and is unlikely to have many friends
Gave a fine account on comeback, trotting 3rd of 9 in a 2650m Hyeres Class D a week ago and, barefoot again, can get in on the action
Gave a fine account on comeback, trotting 3rd of 9 in a 2650m Hyeres Class D a week ago and, barefoot again, can get in on the action
Unremarkable 6th, behind BOMBER MAN (10), in a 2650m Hyeres Class D last weekend and can be passed over
Unremarkable 6th, behind BOMBER MAN (10), in a 2650m Hyeres Class D last weekend and can be passed over
Italian raider with a superb strike-rate, most recently winning over 1650m in Milan 2 weeks ago. Takes on a good bunch here and, from the second line, is unlikely to shake things up
Italian raider with a superb strike-rate, most recently winning over 1650m in Milan 2 weeks ago. Takes on a good bunch here and, from the second line, is unlikely to shake things up
Makes Cagnes debut after being sanctioned in a 2850m Vincennes Class C last month and is not expected to influence the outcome
Makes Cagnes debut after being sanctioned in a 2850m Vincennes Class C last month and is not expected to influence the outcome
Finished 5th, between BOMBER MAN (10) and MARRAKESH (11), in the Hyeres race of reference but the draw will do him no favours
Finished 5th, between BOMBER MAN (10) and MARRAKESH (11), in the Hyeres race of reference but the draw will do him no favours
On paper, this is a relatively open affair although preference nevertheless goes to the improving HAFFIENOU (6) who was rewarded with victory over shorter here later last month, even though IDEAL DE JEAN (2) is better-positioned behind the car and has been knocking at the door in good company recently. HOLLENBOURG (1) has already secured a quartet of wins here in 2024 and from the inside line, will not be far off the mark. HEAGLE ONE (8) is forced to start wide but will be entrusted to Eric Raffin for the occasion and is unlikely to disappoint.
One-paced 6th of 7 in a 2925m Class E here last weekend and can expect to remain friendless in the markets
One-paced 6th of 7 in a 2925m Class E here last weekend and can expect to remain friendless in the markets
Serious Italian mare making her Cagnes debut after trotting 3rd in a 2100m Vincennes Class D on 3 February. Should find conditions even more to her liking here and must be taken seriously
Serious Italian mare making her Cagnes debut after trotting 3rd in a 2100m Vincennes Class D on 3 February. Should find conditions even more to her liking here and must be taken seriously
Reassured when 3rd of 9 over 2350m in Avenches 10 days ago after failing to impress in Paris this winter. Is not out of the picture but is not a priority either
Reassured when 3rd of 9 over 2350m in Avenches 10 days ago after failing to impress in Paris this winter. Is not out of the picture but is not a priority either
Won here mid-January but sanctioned, when spent, in last weekend's Cagnes race of reference and can be passed over
Won here mid-January but sanctioned, when spent, in last weekend's Cagnes race of reference and can be passed over
Makes just her 2nd foray into France after imposing over 2060m at Le Capannelle mid-February. Is competitively-shod and the Gabriele Gelormini-factor cannot be ignored
Makes just her 2nd foray into France after imposing over 2060m at Le Capannelle mid-February. Is competitively-shod and the Gabriele Gelormini-factor cannot be ignored
Crosses the border again after an excellent streak at home in Italy. 2nd over a mile in Naples mid-February and it would be a surprise not to see her make the first 5
Crosses the border again after an excellent streak at home in Italy. 2nd over a mile in Naples mid-February and it would be a surprise not to see her make the first 5
Won 3 on the trot at Vincennes before oddly flopping when 9th of 11 in a 2100m Class B at the same venue on 25 January, but is aptly-named and will be expected to bounce back and redeem herself
Won 3 on the trot at Vincennes before oddly flopping when 9th of 11 in a 2100m Class B at the same venue on 25 January, but is aptly-named and will be expected to bounce back and redeem herself
Defied her odds to finish 5th of 16 in a 2850m Vincennes Class D 3 weeks ago. Is in her category and the new conditions will only work in her favour
Defied her odds to finish 5th of 16 in a 2850m Vincennes Class D 3 weeks ago. Is in her category and the new conditions will only work in her favour
ICONE D'AVENIR (7) pulled off a Vincennes 3-timer this winter before producing an oddly below-par performance late last month, but is clearly the best horse here and, with Eric Raffin staying faithful, can make amends and win this. CALA MAYOR DE B. (8) starts widest here but her form is not in question and should be able to apply the pressure. Following her fine Vincennes debut effort, ALTASETA DEL PINO (2) finds herself well-positioned behind the car and should appreciate the Cagnes profile. A quality trotter at home in Italy, AFRICA JET (5) is in form, has front shoes off for her Cagnes debut, and looks competitive for a place cheque.
Unraced for 2 months after disappointing over 2460m in Bologna. 4th in the 2023 edition however, is barefoot for the occasion, and will not be inconvenienced by the draw
Unraced for 2 months after disappointing over 2460m in Bologna. 4th in the 2023 edition however, is barefoot for the occasion, and will not be inconvenienced by the draw
Unraced since trotting 4th, at 37/1, behind GO ON BOY (4) in last month's 2100m Prix de France and, from the 2-spot, can exact revenge
Unraced since trotting 4th, at 37/1, behind GO ON BOY (4) in last month's 2100m Prix de France and, from the 2-spot, can exact revenge
Put in a marvellous finish to come 2nd in 4150m Gr.1 Prix de Paris a fortnight ago. Ideally-placed in front and, given her latent speed, is capable of setting the cat among the pigeons
Put in a marvellous finish to come 2nd in 4150m Gr.1 Prix de Paris a fortnight ago. Ideally-placed in front and, given her latent speed, is capable of setting the cat among the pigeons
Superb, fast-finishing 2nd in 2100m Gr.1 Prix de France a month ago despite a broken wheel. Well-positioned behind the car and a similar effort would see him win this
Superb, fast-finishing 2nd in 2100m Gr.1 Prix de France a month ago despite a broken wheel. Well-positioned behind the car and a similar effort would see him win this
Respectable 6th in last month's Prix de France. Has won this race 3 times, finished 2nd once, and the draw will do his prospects no disservice. Claim
Respectable 6th in last month's Prix de France. Has won this race 3 times, finished 2nd once, and the draw will do his prospects no disservice. Claim
Put in a marvellous finish to come 2nd in 4150m Gr.1 Prix de Paris a fortnight ago. Ideally-placed in front and, given his latent speed, must be taken seriously
Put in a marvellous finish to come 2nd in 4150m Gr.1 Prix de Paris a fortnight ago. Ideally-placed in front and, given his latent speed, must be taken seriously
Unraced since coming in last but one in 2700m Gr.2 Prix de Bretagne on 19 November. Is confirmed here but flopped in 2022 edition and will have few takers
Unraced since coming in last but one in 2700m Gr.2 Prix de Bretagne on 19 November. Is confirmed here but flopped in 2022 edition and will have few takers
Victorious over 2250m on comeback in Milan 2 weeks ago. Won a Gr.2 over course and distance last August, on lone appearance at the venue, but has been handed a wide draw and others preferred
Victorious over 2250m on comeback in Milan 2 weeks ago. Won a Gr.2 over course and distance last August, on lone appearance at the venue, but has been handed a wide draw and others preferred
3rd, a place behind IMHATRA AM (11), in a 2100m Vincennes Class A a month ago. Has decent speed but Gabriele Gelormini still has a job on his hands
3rd, a place behind IMHATRA AM (11), in a 2100m Vincennes Class A a month ago. Has decent speed but Gabriele Gelormini still has a job on his hands
Runner-up to CAPITAL MAIL (8) over 2250m in Milan a fortnight back. Has good credentials over a mile, is well-regarded at home, and should be able to hold her own
Runner-up to CAPITAL MAIL (8) over 2250m in Milan a fortnight back. Has good credentials over a mile, is well-regarded at home, and should be able to hold her own
Defied her odds to finish 2nd in a 2100m Vincennes Class A this time last month. Is reunited with Eric Raffin but is unlikely to surprise this time
Defied her odds to finish 2nd in a 2100m Vincennes Class A this time last month. Is reunited with Eric Raffin but is unlikely to surprise this time
Respectable 6th in a 2700m Vincennes Gr.3 last weekend but has not done enough to be considered a player
Respectable 6th in a 2700m Vincennes Gr.3 last weekend but has not done enough to be considered a player
3rd in a 2925m Gr.3 here on 23 February, confirming his January performance in Gr.3 Prix de la Cote d'Azur. Although capable, he is not known for his short-distance prowess and others are easier to back
3rd in a 2925m Gr.3 here on 23 February, confirming his January performance in Gr.3 Prix de la Cote d'Azur. Although capable, he is not known for his short-distance prowess and others are easier to back
This race is not always the easiest to decipher and edition 2024 is no different. 2nd last year, EMERAUDE DE BAIS (2) has enchanted fans over the winter in Paris and is not incapable of turning the tables on the immensely-talented GO ON BOY (4) who had her measure in the Gr.1 Prix de France a month ago. VIVID WISE AS (5) is arguably not as sharp as he has been in the past but is a 3-times Criterium de Vitesse champion and, from the 5-spot, cannot be ignored. VERNISSAGE GRIF (1) may not be to everyone's liking but he came 4th 12 months ago and warrants respect.
Decent Eurotrotting 8yo that failed to make the grade in a 2925m Class C here on 2 January. Barefoot for return but still not a priority
Decent Eurotrotting 8yo that failed to make the grade in a 2925m Class C here on 2 January. Barefoot for return but still not a priority
Versatile type that finished 12th when prepping for this in a 2625m Agen-Le Passage Class D a month ago. Barefoot this time with Matthieu Abrivard reining and can open his 2024 account
Versatile type that finished 12th when prepping for this in a 2625m Agen-Le Passage Class D a month ago. Barefoot this time with Matthieu Abrivard reining and can open his 2024 account
Lacklustre 9th of 13 in a 2100m Vincennes Class D on 6 January. Has Cagnes form but appears to be biting off more than he can chew
Lacklustre 9th of 13 in a 2100m Vincennes Class D on 6 January. Has Cagnes form but appears to be biting off more than he can chew
Showed considerable improvement when 3rd to FEEL GOOD DESBOIS (8) in a 2925m Cagnes monte Class C late last month but, back under harness, will pose no danger
Showed considerable improvement when 3rd to FEEL GOOD DESBOIS (8) in a 2925m Cagnes monte Class C late last month but, back under harness, will pose no danger
No champion but reassured when 4th of 13 in a 2850m Laval Class D late last month. Has been handed a decent draw and, entrusted to Eric Raffin for the occasion, will be afforded every chance
No champion but reassured when 4th of 13 in a 2850m Laval Class D late last month. Has been handed a decent draw and, entrusted to Eric Raffin for the occasion, will be afforded every chance
Knocking at the door this term, latterly trotting 2nd, at 31/1, in a 2925m Class D here a month back. Starts in front and is unlikely to go home empty-handed
Knocking at the door this term, latterly trotting 2nd, at 31/1, in a 2925m Class D here a month back. Starts in front and is unlikely to go home empty-handed
Barring one blip, has been in cracking form of late, most recently trotting 2nd in a 2925m Class E here 10 days ago, despite a bad trip, and must not be underestimated
Barring one blip, has been in cracking form of late, most recently trotting 2nd in a 2925m Class E here 10 days ago, despite a bad trip, and must not be underestimated
Got back in the winners' circle with success in a 2925m Cagnes monte Class C late last month. Less performant under harness though and can be passed over
Got back in the winners' circle with success in a 2925m Cagnes monte Class C late last month. Less performant under harness though and can be passed over
Revitalised recently and latterly set his best chrono when missing out by little in a Class D over track and trip 10 days ago, and can impose this time if Nicolas Ensch successfully negotiates the start
Revitalised recently and latterly set his best chrono when missing out by little in a Class D over track and trip 10 days ago, and can impose this time if Nicolas Ensch successfully negotiates the start
Won 4 in a row over course and distance before trotting 5th in a Class E under similar conditions on 23 February. With a different strategy, he can challenge for a place in the frame
Won 4 in a row over course and distance before trotting 5th in a Class E under similar conditions on 23 February. With a different strategy, he can challenge for a place in the frame
Sanctioned, at 72/1, in a 2925m Cagnes Class B 10 days ago and, once again looks to be out of his depth
Sanctioned, at 72/1, in a 2925m Cagnes Class B 10 days ago and, once again looks to be out of his depth
This looks set to be another hotly-contested event. GATSBY WIC (9) has twice come close to opening his account here recently and even though starting on the second line, he will be difficult to beat if he can replicate his latest performance. That said, Nicolas Ensch can expect to meet opposition from the better-placed HAPPYJO DE LIGNY (2) who is a force to be reckoned with when barefoot, and the widely-drawn, and padded-in-front, GEGE BAROQUE (7) who had the measure of course specialist, HIGH FIRE DAIRPET (10) late last month.
Unraced since being sanctioned in a Class C over course and distance on 20 December. Shoes on and no threat
Unraced since being sanctioned in a Class C over course and distance on 20 December. Shoes on and no threat
Last of 12 in a 2850m Vincennes monte Class C. Has been off the boil for some time and can be written off
Last of 12 in a 2850m Vincennes monte Class C. Has been off the boil for some time and can be written off
Course-and-distance winner this winter but latest 11th of 14 in a Gr.3 under these conditions late-January did nothing to inspire confidence
Course-and-distance winner this winter but latest 11th of 14 in a Gr.3 under these conditions late-January did nothing to inspire confidence
Honest type that came 5th to GAMBLE RIVER (5) in a similar event 10 days ago but is unlikely to repeat
Honest type that came 5th to GAMBLE RIVER (5) in a similar event 10 days ago but is unlikely to repeat
Sprang quite the surprise when 2nd in a Class B over track and trip 10 days ago but chances of a replay seem slim
Sprang quite the surprise when 2nd in a Class B over track and trip 10 days ago but chances of a replay seem slim
Excellent winner of a 2700m Vincennes Class B on 16 February. Excels at Cagnes and despite not being the best horse here, is still in with a realistic shout
Excellent winner of a 2700m Vincennes Class B on 16 February. Excels at Cagnes and despite not being the best horse here, is still in with a realistic shout
Finished 4th (in remarkable fashion) to GAMBLE RIVER (5) before being disqualified, after having finished 2nd to GALBA RINGEAT (9) at 34/1 a fortnight earlier. If there is a joker in the pack, this is it
Finished 4th (in remarkable fashion) to GAMBLE RIVER (5) before being disqualified, after having finished 2nd to GALBA RINGEAT (9) at 34/1 a fortnight earlier. If there is a joker in the pack, this is it
Gave a surprisingly good account when 7th of 17 in a 2625m Agen-Le Passage Class A last Monday but a repeat seems improbable
Gave a surprisingly good account when 7th of 17 in a 2625m Agen-Le Passage Class A last Monday but a repeat seems improbable
Came good again with a solid Class B victory over track and trip mid-February. Faces a stiffer test this time but must still be considered a contender
Came good again with a solid Class B victory over track and trip mid-February. Faces a stiffer test this time but must still be considered a contender
Gave a reassuringly good account when an unlucky 4th of 12 in a Gr.3 over course and distance on 23 February and, in similar condition, will not want to be overlooked
Gave a reassuringly good account when an unlucky 4th of 12 in a Gr.3 over course and distance on 23 February and, in similar condition, will not want to be overlooked
4 times a winner at Vincennes this winter, most recently with authority in a 2100m Class C. Should appreciate Cagnes profile and can impose here at the first time of asking
4 times a winner at Vincennes this winter, most recently with authority in a 2100m Class C. Should appreciate Cagnes profile and can impose here at the first time of asking
Last of 12, behind GAMBLE RIVER (5), when prepping for this in a Class B under similar conditions 10 days ago. Barefoot this time and will be expected to figure prominently
Last of 12, behind GAMBLE RIVER (5), when prepping for this in a Class B under similar conditions 10 days ago. Barefoot this time and will be expected to figure prominently
Respectable but unthreatening 7th to GALBA RINGEAT (9) in the race of reference and is unlikely to improve on that
Respectable but unthreatening 7th to GALBA RINGEAT (9) in the race of reference and is unlikely to improve on that
Won Gr.3 over 2925m here in style 2 months ago and, if still on the boil, can double his money
Won Gr.3 over 2925m here in style 2 months ago and, if still on the boil, can double his money
Unraced since coming 7th of 14, when shod, in a Class A over course and distance on 24 January. Never easy to knock when barefoot and will have a decent first-5 chance
Unraced since coming 7th of 14, when shod, in a Class A over course and distance on 24 January. Never easy to knock when barefoot and will have a decent first-5 chance
Excellent race in prospect here with a host of horses in contention. GRINDELWALD (11) makes her Cagnes debut on a hat-trick and, given her speed, looks a marginally better bet than FLOREAL (14) who returns to the venue after having won the valuable Gr.3 Prix de la Cote d'Azur 2 months ago. GALBA RINGEAT (9) beat a number of these under similar conditions last month and will again be competitive, as will the talented GAOTCHO JIEL (6) who imposed for Eric Raffin last time out.
Unremarkable sort that finished last of 10 in a 2700m Class D here 11 days ago and can be confidently ruled out
Unremarkable sort that finished last of 10 in a 2700m Class D here 11 days ago and can be confidently ruled out
Has enjoyed a relatively fruitful winter at Cagnes, latterly coming 4th to KRISTO STAR (3) in a 2700m Class D late last month but, in this field, is unlikely to shake things up
Has enjoyed a relatively fruitful winter at Cagnes, latterly coming 4th to KRISTO STAR (3) in a 2700m Class D late last month but, in this field, is unlikely to shake things up
Gave a fine account to trot 2nd in a 2700m Class D here late last month. Races barefoot for the occasion but still faces a significantly tougher test
Gave a fine account to trot 2nd in a 2700m Class D here late last month. Races barefoot for the occasion but still faces a significantly tougher test
Won a 2700m Vincennes Class D with consummate ease 3 weeks ago when barefoot for the first time. Shoes off again and David Bekaert will have ideas of a place on the podium
Won a 2700m Vincennes Class D with consummate ease 3 weeks ago when barefoot for the first time. Shoes off again and David Bekaert will have ideas of a place on the podium
Very hard to knock when barefoot and focused and unlucky not to finish closer than 3rd in a 2700m Vincennes Class B a fortnight ago. Entrusted again to Eric Raffin and with a trouble-free run, can make amends
Very hard to knock when barefoot and focused and unlucky not to finish closer than 3rd in a 2700m Vincennes Class B a fortnight ago. Entrusted again to Eric Raffin and with a trouble-free run, can make amends
3rd to KRAK D'AZUR (9) in last month's race of reference. Goes barefoot for the first time and is unlikely to be far from the action
3rd to KRAK D'AZUR (9) in last month's race of reference. Goes barefoot for the first time and is unlikely to be far from the action
Put on a good show to come 4th in the race of reference. Races first-time barefoot and, despite the stiff company, can still get a look-in
Put on a good show to come 4th in the race of reference. Races first-time barefoot and, despite the stiff company, can still get a look-in
Remarkably-talented sort that can be considered unlucky when runner-up to KRAK D'AZUR (9) in Gr.3 Prix Henri Callier over course and distance mid-February
Remarkably-talented sort that can be considered unlucky when runner-up to KRAK D'AZUR (9) in Gr.3 Prix Henri Callier over course and distance mid-February
Enjoyed some good fortune to win a Gr.3 over track and trip on 15 February. Is nevertheless a quality element in his own right and should again prove the main threat to KROONER D'HERIPRE (8)
Enjoyed some good fortune to win a Gr.3 over track and trip on 15 February. Is nevertheless a quality element in his own right and should again prove the main threat to KROONER D'HERIPRE (8)
Last of 8 in Gr.3 Prix Henri Callier over course and distance mid-February when giving away 25m to the field. No penalty this time and has every chance of trotting his way onto the podium
Last of 8 in Gr.3 Prix Henri Callier over course and distance mid-February when giving away 25m to the field. No penalty this time and has every chance of trotting his way onto the podium
Only for traffic problems, KROONER D'HERIPRE (8) would have been battling for the win last time here, to take his win-rate to 75%, but Romain Derieux is not about to let the same thing happen twice. Nicolas Ensch will have a different plan for his conqueror, the talented and progressive KRAK D'AZUR (9) whose fortunes have turned since starting to race unshod. Unplaced that day, KOCKTAIL LOVE (10) races off level terms on this occasion, is competitively-shod, and will be no easy touch. KAIRA DU DAMIER (4) showed in Paris what she could do when barefoot and even against the boys this time, still looks competitively well-in.
Won 2 on the trot here, under the saddle, before losing his action when competitive for a place in a similar event under harness mid-February and, with application, can set the record straight
Won 2 on the trot here, under the saddle, before losing his action when competitive for a place in a similar event under harness mid-February and, with application, can set the record straight
Erratic sort that pleased in the race of reference but will struggle to leave his mark this time around
Erratic sort that pleased in the race of reference but will struggle to leave his mark this time around
Never threatening when sanctioned in a 3125m Angers Class F 2 months ago and, barefoot or not, has no realistic chance
Never threatening when sanctioned in a 3125m Angers Class F 2 months ago and, barefoot or not, has no realistic chance
Good second in a 2150m Class F here on 20 February. Steps back up in category but is unshod for the occasion and will be no soft touch
Good second in a 2150m Class F here on 20 February. Steps back up in category but is unshod for the occasion and will be no soft touch
Raced a respectable 7th to HELIOS DES CHAMPS (8) 10 days ago but is simply not up to the task of racing in this category
Raced a respectable 7th to HELIOS DES CHAMPS (8) 10 days ago but is simply not up to the task of racing in this category
Showed improvement when 6th in the race of reference but still has a lot more to find
Showed improvement when 6th in the race of reference but still has a lot more to find
4th in a 2950m Toulouse amateur Class G a fortnight ago, confirming her form. Is 25m better off this time and will be worth watching
4th in a 2950m Toulouse amateur Class G a fortnight ago, confirming her form. Is 25m better off this time and will be worth watching
Complicated type that reassured when 3rd in a Class F over course and distance 10 days ago. Shoes on this time but and the extra 25m to travel will do him no favours
Complicated type that reassured when 3rd in a Class F over course and distance 10 days ago. Shoes on this time but and the extra 25m to travel will do him no favours
Never far from faulting but reassured with 3rd in a 2850m Vincennes Class D this time last month. Is 25m worse off on this occasion but still looks a major player
Never far from faulting but reassured with 3rd in a 2850m Vincennes Class D this time last month. Is 25m worse off on this occasion but still looks a major player
Won a 2400m Montauban claimer on comeback a fortnight ago, picking up where he left off, but shoes back on and best to wait
Won a 2400m Montauban claimer on comeback a fortnight ago, picking up where he left off, but shoes back on and best to wait
Shock 4th, at 70/1, behind HELIOS DES CHAMPS (8) in the late-February race of reference but a repeat is not on the cards
Shock 4th, at 70/1, behind HELIOS DES CHAMPS (8) in the late-February race of reference but a repeat is not on the cards
A difficult horse to handle, he was beaten when sanctioned in a 2925m Class F here 10 days ago, but races unshod behind this time and can figure prominently if he deigns to keep trotting
A difficult horse to handle, he was beaten when sanctioned in a 2925m Class F here 10 days ago, but races unshod behind this time and can figure prominently if he deigns to keep trotting
Fitted with 4 pads this time after trotting 7th of 12 in a 2600m Saint-Galmier Class D 3 weeks ago. Has a good entry though and with David Bekaert driving, will be assured every chance
Fitted with 4 pads this time after trotting 7th of 12 in a 2600m Saint-Galmier Class D 3 weeks ago. Has a good entry though and with David Bekaert driving, will be assured every chance
Missed out by little for second in a Class E over course and distance a fortnight ago and, in spite of a 25m penalty, still looks the horse to beat
Missed out by little for second in a Class E over course and distance a fortnight ago and, in spite of a 25m penalty, still looks the horse to beat
Ideally-engaged at the limit of earnings, it is often a question of all-or-nothing for HOOPER DES CHASSES (14) but when applied, he is as tough as they come and has excellent Cagnes credentials. He will still be up against the Riviera-loving HOLD UP PECE (1) who could well have won last time had he stayed in stride, and the tricky but talented HERMES SMART (9) who showed his form in Paris last month. One of the more faithful elements here, HADORABLE MEC (4) starts in front, races barefoot, and returns to the professional ranks with a good hand to play.
Surprise 7th of 10 finishers in a Class F over course and distance 8 days ago and has no realistic chance
Surprise 7th of 10 finishers in a Class F over course and distance 8 days ago and has no realistic chance
Races barefoot for the first time after trotting 6th of 7 in a Class D over course and distance 10 days ago and already looks outclassed
Races barefoot for the first time after trotting 6th of 7 in a Class D over course and distance 10 days ago and already looks outclassed
Pleasant 6th to JOURNEY OF DREAM (8) in a Class B under similar conditions late last month but, in this company, will not find the going easy
Pleasant 6th to JOURNEY OF DREAM (8) in a Class B under similar conditions late last month but, in this company, will not find the going easy
Sanctioned in a Class C over track and trip despite being in excellent form and Pierre Belloche will be mindful to not let that happen a second time. Place prospect
Sanctioned in a Class C over track and trip despite being in excellent form and Pierre Belloche will be mindful to not let that happen a second time. Place prospect
Finished a well-beaten runner-up to JUSSEO (9) in the 15 February race of reference but still looks the best of the rest
Finished a well-beaten runner-up to JUSSEO (9) in the 15 February race of reference but still looks the best of the rest
Steps up in class after running JOURNEY OF DREAM (8) close in a Class B over track and trip on 28 February and will be worth monitoring
Steps up in class after running JOURNEY OF DREAM (8) close in a Class B over track and trip on 28 February and will be worth monitoring
3rd, a place behind JUSSEO (9), is a 2925m Cagnes Class C on 20 February. Has ground to make up but can still pick up a cheque
3rd, a place behind JUSSEO (9), is a 2925m Cagnes Class C on 20 February. Has ground to make up but can still pick up a cheque
Scored for the first time since August when imposing tenaciously in a Class B over track and trip on 28 February. Unlikely to repeat but can still trot his way into the frame
Scored for the first time since August when imposing tenaciously in a Class B over track and trip on 28 February. Unlikely to repeat but can still trot his way into the frame
2nd of 9 in a similar event on 20 February, when racing with shoes fitted. Shod for competition this time and should be able to wrap this up
2nd of 9 in a similar event on 20 February, when racing with shoes fitted. Shod for competition this time and should be able to wrap this up
Remarkably-consistent and as versatile as they get, JUSSEO (9) suffered his first Cagnes defeat when prepping with shoes on here last month but, shod to preference this time, will take all the beating. Opposition can be expected from JESON BOY (5) who was closest to him in a Class C over course and distance mid-February, and JOURNEY OF DREAM (8) who trotted 3rd that day before winning a Class B 2 weeks later. Although sanctioned in the race of reference, JOYEUX MESLOIS (4) has enjoyed something of a renaissance since coming to the Riviera and, with application, will be no soft touch.
