Feurs 20 September 2023
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Honest sort but takes on a tough field here and will have few takers
Honest sort but takes on a tough field here and will have few takers
Dynamic individual that seldom disappoints when focused. Currently at the top of his game, pleased on his only start here, and will take all the beating
Dynamic individual that seldom disappoints when focused. Currently at the top of his game, pleased on his only start here, and will take all the beating
Good consistent mare that should take well to the new profile and, with modified shoeing, looks eminently capable of finishing in the mix
Good consistent mare that should take well to the new profile and, with modified shoeing, looks eminently capable of finishing in the mix
Has enjoyed a productive summer for the most part but less effective last time out. Matthieu Varin has opted for a shoeing change which, from the front line, should pay dividends
Has enjoyed a productive summer for the most part but less effective last time out. Matthieu Varin has opted for a shoeing change which, from the front line, should pay dividends
Moderate sort that was unable to confirm his Aix-les-Bains victory and, despite the front-line advantage, still looks to have his work cut out
Moderate sort that was unable to confirm his Aix-les-Bains victory and, despite the front-line advantage, still looks to have his work cut out
Unexceptional type that pleasantly surprised at Cagnes before disappointing again at Borely and is unlikely to shake things up
Unexceptional type that pleasantly surprised at Cagnes before disappointing again at Borely and is unlikely to shake things up
Often in the mix when she can stay in stride. Currently in shape but races shod this time and best to hold off
Often in the mix when she can stay in stride. Currently in shape but races shod this time and best to hold off
Capricious but is never far from surprising when unshod. Prepped decently here earlier in the month and, competitively-shod for the occasion, should not disappoint
Capricious but is never far from surprising when unshod. Prepped decently here earlier in the month and, competitively-shod for the occasion, should not disappoint
Useful for the most part when focused. Has never raced at Feurs but will not be far off the mark if he replicates his latest effort
Useful for the most part when focused. Has never raced at Feurs but will not be far off the mark if he replicates his latest effort
Has been acquitting himself respectably of late, and latterly pleased here, but faces a stiffer test this time around
Has been acquitting himself respectably of late, and latterly pleased here, but faces a stiffer test this time around
By some margin the least performant horse in the field and can be ruled out
By some margin the least performant horse in the field and can be ruled out
Versatile trotter that regularly puts on a good show. Won one of two here and, in present shape, can pick up a cheque
Versatile trotter that regularly puts on a good show. Won one of two here and, in present shape, can pick up a cheque
Winner of a similar event earlier in the year but has not been as sharp since. Not disgraced behind EDEN JULRY (12) last time but still has a lot to do
Winner of a similar event earlier in the year but has not been as sharp since. Not disgraced behind EDEN JULRY (12) last time but still has a lot to do
Sanctioned when 60m from victory at Parilly. Just hind shoes off this time and, with application, can more than make amends
Sanctioned when 60m from victory at Parilly. Just hind shoes off this time and, with application, can more than make amends
Winner of five races since the start of the season, HARRY DE SASSY (2) is still well behind in earnings and, as such, starts on the front line, and is expected to add another notch to his belt. FLICKA JULRY (14) is 25m worse off but has nothing to prove under these conditions and looks the main threat. On a fine run of form all year, HERA D'ATOUT (3) is decently positioned on the first row and, competitively shod, will not be far off the mark. FALCO DU DOUET (9) showed a marked return to form at Laval and, even incurring the handicap, still looks competitive for a place in the frame.
Has placed just twice in 8 career starts. Courageous here last time and, with front pads fitted for the first time, will be one to monitor
Has placed just twice in 8 career starts. Courageous here last time and, with front pads fitted for the first time, will be one to monitor
Progressive sort that gave a very good account here earlier in the month. Is well-placed behind the car and can repeat
Progressive sort that gave a very good account here earlier in the month. Is well-placed behind the car and can repeat
Mixes the good with the less good but has ability. Is confirmed going left-handed and, from the 3-spot, will have his chances
Mixes the good with the less good but has ability. Is confirmed going left-handed and, from the 3-spot, will have his chances
Useful filly dropping marginally in category, has the plum spot in front, and should not disappoint
Useful filly dropping marginally in category, has the plum spot in front, and should not disappoint
Not the luckiest here earlier in the month, but has a good position behind the car and can make amends
Not the luckiest here earlier in the month, but has a good position behind the car and can make amends
Handy sort that acquits herself well for the most part. Disappointing at Borely but should not be too far from the action if she takes to the Feurs profile
Handy sort that acquits herself well for the most part. Disappointing at Borely but should not be too far from the action if she takes to the Feurs profile
Decent future prospect with a 50% win-rate. Left a good impression at Saint-Galmier last time and can double up
Decent future prospect with a 50% win-rate. Left a good impression at Saint-Galmier last time and can double up
Moderate colt that has failed to impress since winning during the spring and must raise his game
Moderate colt that has failed to impress since winning during the spring and must raise his game
Showed early promise but has been a write-off since and can be ruled out
Showed early promise but has been a write-off since and can be ruled out
Has shown some ability but has not been seen out since June and is unlikely to spring any surprises
Has shown some ability but has not been seen out since June and is unlikely to spring any surprises
Temperamental type but left a good impression here early in the month. In much better company this time though and no more than a minor place prospect
Temperamental type but left a good impression here early in the month. In much better company this time though and no more than a minor place prospect
Has demonstrated decent aptitude at a lower level but, on this occasion, bites off more than he can chew
Has demonstrated decent aptitude at a lower level but, on this occasion, bites off more than he can chew
Got her career off to a good start but has been disappointing since and not an obvious choice
Got her career off to a good start but has been disappointing since and not an obvious choice
Considerably better than most here and even though poorly positioned, is still capable of making a big splash
Considerably better than most here and even though poorly positioned, is still capable of making a big splash
Respectable in 2 of last 3. Franck Nivard drafted in for the occasion and is not incapable of defying the draw and trotting into the money
Respectable in 2 of last 3. Franck Nivard drafted in for the occasion and is not incapable of defying the draw and trotting into the money
Twice a winner from 4 starts to date, KIMBRA DJOC (7) latterly imposed well at Saint-Galmier and, despite the wide draw, can still double her money. KADENCE MAN (14) has been handed a tough draw but has form in good company and can challenge for the win if Martin Cormy successfully navigates the start. KRONOS DE BUSSET (2), in contrast, has a good spot behind the car and, given his recent performance here, must be respected. KEYPTOWN (4) is ideally-positioned, drops marginally in category, and looks eminently capable of trotting her away onto the podium.
Appears to have found his niche in the amateur division but nonetheless left his mark at a superior level here last time and must not be underestimated
Appears to have found his niche in the amateur division but nonetheless left his mark at a superior level here last time and must not be underestimated
Back in business following a brief lean streak. Has a good spot in front and will generate some interest
Back in business following a brief lean streak. Has a good spot in front and will generate some interest
No champion but finished 4th in the race of reference. Well-positioned on the front row and should not be far off the mark
No champion but finished 4th in the race of reference. Well-positioned on the front row and should not be far off the mark
Gives a good account for the most part in this company. Finished a place behind GET UP DE VAUVILLE (6) in the race of reference and, from the 4-spot, can make up for his recent Vichy effort
Gives a good account for the most part in this company. Finished a place behind GET UP DE VAUVILLE (6) in the race of reference and, from the 4-spot, can make up for his recent Vichy effort
No slouch at this level but has not done enough lately to be considered a player
No slouch at this level but has not done enough lately to be considered a player
Has taken particularly well to the amateur division. Is proven here and, from the front line, can have his way
Has taken particularly well to the amateur division. Is proven here and, from the front line, can have his way
Not the horse he once was but has form at a superior level. Will have come on for his re-entry run here and can win this
Not the horse he once was but has form at a superior level. Will have come on for his re-entry run here and can win this
Handy sort making his first start in this class but latterly showed his form and looks capable of making the frame this time
Handy sort making his first start in this class but latterly showed his form and looks capable of making the frame this time
Useful in this class but lacklustre of late and will need to raise her game
Useful in this class but lacklustre of late and will need to raise her game
Pleased earlier in the year but has since come off the boil and can be passed over
Pleased earlier in the year but has since come off the boil and can be passed over
Consistently in the thick of things at this level but starts on the back line and represents no more than a minor place prospect
Consistently in the thick of things at this level but starts on the back line and represents no more than a minor place prospect
Moderate sort that has been handed a tough draw but will be no pushover if he reproduces his last performance here
Moderate sort that has been handed a tough draw but will be no pushover if he reproduces his last performance here
Previously a leading light, HETY DU GOUTIER (7) may not have lived up to expectations, but at this level should be good enough to impose. Runner-up in 2 of 3 starts in this category, including over track and trip, GET UP DE VAUVILLE (6) is well-placed to open his amateur account. GRINGO DU NOYER (1) has been similarly impressive at this level and his recent course-and-distance performance in the professional ranks bodes well for his chances. HOLD DREAM TURBO (8) finished close to him that day, and despite the wide draw, can make his amateur debut a memorable one.
Winner of 3 in a row since starting to race barefoot again. Benefits from a front-row start and is not incapable of pulling off the 4-timer
Winner of 3 in a row since starting to race barefoot again. Benefits from a front-row start and is not incapable of pulling off the 4-timer
Rarely far from the action when barefoot and focused. Enjoying a superb run of form but shoes on this time and best to hold off
Rarely far from the action when barefoot and focused. Enjoying a superb run of form but shoes on this time and best to hold off
Very good servant that has never failed to fire in this branch of the game. Has had time to freshen up and, from the front line, can figure prominently
Very good servant that has never failed to fire in this branch of the game. Has had time to freshen up and, from the front line, can figure prominently
Can trot but has not been firing on all cylinders for some time and others preferred
Can trot but has not been firing on all cylinders for some time and others preferred
Has not got her nose in front for some time but has made the frame in 2 of last 3. Less effective here last time though and no more than a minor place prospect
Has not got her nose in front for some time but has made the frame in 2 of last 3. Less effective here last time though and no more than a minor place prospect
Serious trotter with nothing to prove at this level. Is confirmed here and has a realistic chance of imposing this time
Serious trotter with nothing to prove at this level. Is confirmed here and has a realistic chance of imposing this time
Is not entirely without merit but is as inclement as the wind and others will be easier to trust
Is not entirely without merit but is as inclement as the wind and others will be easier to trust
Excellent campaigner in the monte discipline. Won a similar event with authority last time under the saddle and, barefoot on this occasion, can get straight back in the game
Excellent campaigner in the monte discipline. Won a similar event with authority last time under the saddle and, barefoot on this occasion, can get straight back in the game
Beaten only by the excellent Hannah last time out, the way looks clear for GO OR NOT (6) to return to winning ways. That said, HAGUE GEMA (1) has been an absolute revelation since returning to racing barefoot and, 25m better off, will be no easy touch. HIRO MAGIS (3) does not have the same experience but has never disappointed under the saddle and returns to the code with legitimate ambition. GIPSY VENESI (8) has won 3 of her last 4 ridden starts, benefits from a good entry, is barefoot for the occasion and, if fully fit, can play a prominent part.
Started to come into himself during the spring. Pleased when shod last time out and, same formula here, can pick up some prizemoney
Started to come into himself during the spring. Pleased when shod last time out and, same formula here, can pick up some prizemoney
Honest sort that regularly gets in on the action but, in this category, has no realistic chance
Honest sort that regularly gets in on the action but, in this category, has no realistic chance
Opened his account in a minor provincial event 10 days ago but the step up in class is simply too much
Opened his account in a minor provincial event 10 days ago but the step up in class is simply too much
Sanctioned more often than not but has ability and, on good behaviour, will be no soft touch from the front row
Sanctioned more often than not but has ability and, on good behaviour, will be no soft touch from the front row
Not the worst horse here but is still chasing that elusive first win and others preferred
Not the worst horse here but is still chasing that elusive first win and others preferred
Regularly the object of the stewards' scrutiny but can trot. Franck Nivard in charge this time, which could make all the difference
Regularly the object of the stewards' scrutiny but can trot. Franck Nivard in charge this time, which could make all the difference
Blows hot and cold but latterly reassured at Chateauroux. In this company though, will have her work cut out
Blows hot and cold but latterly reassured at Chateauroux. In this company though, will have her work cut out
Sanctioned more often than not but can trot. Not an obvious choice, but benefits from a front-line start, and can get a look in if applied
Sanctioned more often than not but can trot. Not an obvious choice, but benefits from a front-line start, and can get a look in if applied
Useful on a good day but is never far from losing his action and others will be easier to trust
Useful on a good day but is never far from losing his action and others will be easier to trust
Hardy element that is seldom far from the action when focused. Sanctioned on lone appearance here but, in current condition, is hard to ignore
Hardy element that is seldom far from the action when focused. Sanctioned on lone appearance here but, in current condition, is hard to ignore
Respectable filly for the most part. Is confirmed here and will not be far off the mark if she reproduces her Parilly run
Respectable filly for the most part. Is confirmed here and will not be far off the mark if she reproduces her Parilly run
Tough individual that was disqualified here last month when full of running. Just front shoes off this time and will show improvement on his recent conditioning run
Tough individual that was disqualified here last month when full of running. Just front shoes off this time and will show improvement on his recent conditioning run
Useful filly that has done nothing but improve lately. Boasts a good record at the venue and should not let the side down
Useful filly that has done nothing but improve lately. Boasts a good record at the venue and should not let the side down
Regularly gives a good account of himself but takes on some better horses this time and chances limited
Regularly gives a good account of himself but takes on some better horses this time and chances limited
Good finisher but not always the most reliable. Switches back to racing left-handed though and, if applied, will be no pushover
Good finisher but not always the most reliable. Switches back to racing left-handed though and, if applied, will be no pushover
Quality individual that consistently gives his best. Currently at the top of his game and, barefoot again, can wrap this up
Quality individual that consistently gives his best. Currently at the top of his game and, barefoot again, can wrap this up
JASMIN DE LA COUR (16) took little time getting back in shape following her spring break and, with shoes off again, can win this. She will still face opposition though from the useful JOKER DU RABUTIN (12) who will be sharper than she was on re-entry earlier in the month. Delicate, but not without merit, JACKPOT D'AXEL (4) benefits from a front-line start and will be dangerous if he gets off on the right foot. JERICHO DU BELLAY (6) is similarly well-placed and the same caveat applies.
Modest type that disappointed in both comeback runs and, even though barefoot this time, still looks an outsider
Modest type that disappointed in both comeback runs and, even though barefoot this time, still looks an outsider
Quality element but can prove a handful. Surprise 2nd to ICARE DU VENT (10) here last time and, while unlikely to repeat, can still get in on the action
Quality element but can prove a handful. Surprise 2nd to ICARE DU VENT (10) here last time and, while unlikely to repeat, can still get in on the action
Undeniably capable but has not been performing as expected. Takes a small dip in category though and can get a look in
Undeniably capable but has not been performing as expected. Takes a small dip in category though and can get a look in
Regularly a case of all-or-nothing. Takes a substantial climb in category but, from the first line, merits respect
Regularly a case of all-or-nothing. Takes a substantial climb in category but, from the first line, merits respect
Has been very hard to fault since the start of the year. Breaks in front and can play a role if he takes to Feurs conditions
Has been very hard to fault since the start of the year. Breaks in front and can play a role if he takes to Feurs conditions
Clearly capable but not easy to handle. Has shown a net return to form though, gave a good account here recently and, from the front row can give this a good go
Clearly capable but not easy to handle. Has shown a net return to form though, gave a good account here recently and, from the front row can give this a good go
Useful mare that placed here late July before disappointing next time and incurring the penalty will do her no favours
Useful mare that placed here late July before disappointing next time and incurring the penalty will do her no favours
Useful sort that pleased here on penultimate start. Front shoes off again and, although not a priority, is not one to be entirely ruled out
Useful sort that pleased here on penultimate start. Front shoes off again and, although not a priority, is not one to be entirely ruled out
Acquits himself well for the most part and is confirmed at the venue but has a lot to do this time around
Acquits himself well for the most part and is confirmed at the venue but has a lot to do this time around
Good, consistent trotter with nothing to prove under these conditions. Won smartly over track and trip last time and can double his money
Good, consistent trotter with nothing to prove under these conditions. Won smartly over track and trip last time and can double his money
Not the easiest of horses to handle but is proven in better company. Is clearly back in shape and can impose is he keeps his mind on the game
Not the easiest of horses to handle but is proven in better company. Is clearly back in shape and can impose is he keeps his mind on the game
Has struggled somewhat of late but caught the eye last time out and, on good behaviour, can finish in the mix
Has struggled somewhat of late but caught the eye last time out and, on good behaviour, can finish in the mix
Mixes the good with the less good but showed both his class and form at Vincennes last time and the Franck Nivard-factor cannot be ignored
Mixes the good with the less good but showed both his class and form at Vincennes last time and the Franck Nivard-factor cannot be ignored
A good race in prospect between the tough ICARE DU VENT (10) who recently won well over course and distance, and the somewhat reinvigorated IBRA MESLOIS (11) who has credentials at a superior level. IRON JET (13) gave an excellent account in Paris after returning from the nordics and, with form maintained, will have his chances. On paper, INVICTUS MADRIK (12) may not be an obvious choice but he is confirmed at this level and showed his form at Cagnes last time out.
Disappointing on the whole since returning after the spring break and can expect to have few friends
Disappointing on the whole since returning after the spring break and can expect to have few friends
Won a trio of good races earlier in the year but disappointing in last two and unlikely to spring any surprises
Won a trio of good races earlier in the year but disappointing in last two and unlikely to spring any surprises
Lost his way at the end of last year and has picked up where he left off
Lost his way at the end of last year and has picked up where he left off
Gr.1 winner in Sweden before confirming in a Vichy Gr.2. Was not the luckiest at Enghien last time but should appreciate the Feurs profile and can trot his way onto the podium
Gr.1 winner in Sweden before confirming in a Vichy Gr.2. Was not the luckiest at Enghien last time but should appreciate the Feurs profile and can trot his way onto the podium
Gr.3 winner at Vincennes last season. Has been prepared at a lower level and returns to the black-type division with a reasonable chance of getting a look in
Gr.3 winner at Vincennes last season. Has been prepared at a lower level and returns to the black-type division with a reasonable chance of getting a look in
Occasionally a handful but otherwise a a fine mare with solid references in this class and, with application, can apply the pressure on HORSY DREAM (8)
Occasionally a handful but otherwise a a fine mare with solid references in this class and, with application, can apply the pressure on HORSY DREAM (8)
Quality element that won 2 group races last season. Recently made his re-entry, is barefoot for the occasion, and will garner support
Quality element that won 2 group races last season. Recently made his re-entry, is barefoot for the occasion, and will garner support
Good class of trotter that met no opposition in a Gr.2 earlier in the month and once again looks the horse to beat
Good class of trotter that met no opposition in a Gr.2 earlier in the month and once again looks the horse to beat
No slouch on a good day but has not made his mark at this level for some time. In this reduced field though, can challenge for a spot in the first 5
No slouch on a good day but has not made his mark at this level for some time. In this reduced field though, can challenge for a spot in the first 5
Superb winner of the Gr.2 Grand Prix de la Federation Regionale du Nord a fortnight ago, HORSY DREAM (8) is shod this time but will still take all the beating. Sanctioned that day after trotting 2nd in an Argentan Gr.2, HAPPY VALLEY (6) looks a reasonable rival, as does the classy, and fresh, ERIC THE EEL (4) who has been dynamic more than once this season. DELFINO (7) faces his first real objective of the new season and, barefoot for the occasion, can play a prominent role.
Currently on a decent run of form but tends to race better clockwise these days and not a realistic proposition
Currently on a decent run of form but tends to race better clockwise these days and not a realistic proposition
Got back in the game here earlier in the month but in this company will struggle to leave his mark
Got back in the game here earlier in the month but in this company will struggle to leave his mark
Modest type that lost his way 13 months ago and no sign of an imminent return to form
Modest type that lost his way 13 months ago and no sign of an imminent return to form
Dependable for the most part when he can keep his action together. Breaks in front and is not incapable of getting a look in
Dependable for the most part when he can keep his action together. Breaks in front and is not incapable of getting a look in
Below-par since winning an amateur event in the spring and can be confidently disregarded
Below-par since winning an amateur event in the spring and can be confidently disregarded
Decent mare but looked rather ordinary at Vichy and will need to find more
Decent mare but looked rather ordinary at Vichy and will need to find more
Consistently in the thick of things and form is not in doubt. Returns to racing barefoot and should be good enough to give HIP HOP SENOVILLE (16) a run for his money
Consistently in the thick of things and form is not in doubt. Returns to racing barefoot and should be good enough to give HIP HOP SENOVILLE (16) a run for his money
Has been acquitting himself well in both amateur and professional ranks lately. Pleased here last time and, unshod all four, should not be far off the mark
Has been acquitting himself well in both amateur and professional ranks lately. Pleased here last time and, unshod all four, should not be far off the mark
Has merit but has still not made the frame for some time and looks no more than a minor place prospect
Has merit but has still not made the frame for some time and looks no more than a minor place prospect
Seldom gets her nose in front these days but form is not in doubt. Moves up in category but will have her supporters
Seldom gets her nose in front these days but form is not in doubt. Moves up in category but will have her supporters
Useful sort that did not displease at Cluny 10 days ago but stays shod and others preferred
Useful sort that did not displease at Cluny 10 days ago but stays shod and others preferred
Can trot and is confirmed at the venue but latest efforts leave a lot to be desired
Can trot and is confirmed at the venue but latest efforts leave a lot to be desired
Useful sort that was oddly out of sync here recently but has references under these conditions and can make amends
Useful sort that was oddly out of sync here recently but has references under these conditions and can make amends
Hardy mare that seldom lets the side down. Is clearly enjoying a good run of form and gets a Franck Nivard drive this time around
Hardy mare that seldom lets the side down. Is clearly enjoying a good run of form and gets a Franck Nivard drive this time around
Occasionally a handful but has been acquitting himself well in superior company. Will have come on for his re-entry run and, with Mathieu Mottier in the wagon, will be afforded every chance
Occasionally a handful but has been acquitting himself well in superior company. Will have come on for his re-entry run and, with Mathieu Mottier in the wagon, will be afforded every chance
Tough trotter with excellent credentials in this category. Oddly below-par last time but returning to a track he likes should prove just the ticket
Tough trotter with excellent credentials in this category. Oddly below-par last time but returning to a track he likes should prove just the ticket
By some margin the richest horse in the race, HIP HOP SENOVILLE (16) has solid references at this level and, even though lacklustre at Cagnes last time, he still looks to be in with a reasonable shout. Laurent Lamaziere can nevertheless expect to encounter opposition from the ever-consistent HADORABLE MEC (7) who can take advantage of the front-row start, and the good HAKA (15) who has front shoes off after prepping shod here earlier in the month. HAITI LADY (14) always gives her best, left a good impression here recently, and is barefoot for the occasion.
