Laval 25 April 2024
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Honourable but unthreatening 9th of 16 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E on comeback 3 weeks ago. Front shoes off for the first time and, already a course-and-distance winner, will be worth monitoring
Honourable but unthreatening 9th of 16 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E on comeback 3 weeks ago. Front shoes off for the first time and, already a course-and-distance winner, will be worth monitoring
Faulted, when unsupported, in a 2550m Reims Class E 8 days ago and can be passed over
Faulted, when unsupported, in a 2550m Reims Class E 8 days ago and can be passed over
Comfortable winner of a 2650m Class F here on comeback early-March. Will have come on for the run and can double her money
Comfortable winner of a 2650m Class F here on comeback early-March. Will have come on for the run and can double her money
Showed improvement when 2nd of 10 in a 2675m Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel on 7 April. Competitively-shod this time and, with stride in check, could pleasantly surprise
Showed improvement when 2nd of 10 in a 2675m Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel on 7 April. Competitively-shod this time and, with stride in check, could pleasantly surprise
Opened her 2024 account in a 3125m Angers Class F a month back. In better company this time but still looks capable of getting a look-in
Opened her 2024 account in a 3125m Angers Class F a month back. In better company this time but still looks capable of getting a look-in
7th, behind KALINE D'ERPION (16), in a 2700m Class E at Le Croise-Laroche on 1 April and will struggle to make any impact
7th, behind KALINE D'ERPION (16), in a 2700m Class E at Le Croise-Laroche on 1 April and will struggle to make any impact
Useful filly that finished 4th of 13 in a 2200m Caen Class E on 21 March. Races with just front shoes this time and looks a major player
Useful filly that finished 4th of 13 in a 2200m Caen Class E on 21 March. Races with just front shoes this time and looks a major player
Went into her winter break on a high note and just 10 days ago was sanctioned on re-entry in a 2875m Argentan Class E. First time barefoot but others still preferred
Went into her winter break on a high note and just 10 days ago was sanctioned on re-entry in a 2875m Argentan Class E. First time barefoot but others still preferred
Showed improvement when 5th of 9 in a 2750m Class E at La Capelle earlier this month. New formula this time but still has too much ground to make up
Showed improvement when 5th of 9 in a 2750m Class E at La Capelle earlier this month. New formula this time but still has too much ground to make up
Won at Vivaux in February but sanctioned in both since, most recently a 2750m Ecommoy Class E on 1 April, and even with modified shoeing, will have few takers
Won at Vivaux in February but sanctioned in both since, most recently a 2750m Ecommoy Class E on 1 April, and even with modified shoeing, will have few takers
Sanctioned, when favourite, in a 2750m Class E at La Capelle earlier this month and can more than make amends if Pierre Belloche keeps her trotting.
Sanctioned, when favourite, in a 2750m Class E at La Capelle earlier this month and can more than make amends if Pierre Belloche keeps her trotting.
Sanctioned after suffering interference in a 2550m Reims Class E 8 days ago, but nevertheless showed her form and must not be underestimated
Sanctioned after suffering interference in a 2550m Reims Class E 8 days ago, but nevertheless showed her form and must not be underestimated
Has not been seen out since coming 2nd of 8 in a 2700m Vincennes Class E on 31 December. Is confirmed here but perhaps best to hold off
Has not been seen out since coming 2nd of 8 in a 2700m Vincennes Class E on 31 December. Is confirmed here but perhaps best to hold off
Easily won a 2500m Reims Class F on 8 April. Has turned a corner since moving yards and, while unlikely to repeat, should still acquit herself competitively
Easily won a 2500m Reims Class F on 8 April. Has turned a corner since moving yards and, while unlikely to repeat, should still acquit herself competitively
3rd, a place behind KALINE D'ERPION (16), in a 2700m Class E at Le Croise-Laroche on 1 April. Is reunited with Eric Raffin and is not going to be far from the action
3rd, a place behind KALINE D'ERPION (16), in a 2700m Class E at Le Croise-Laroche on 1 April. Is reunited with Eric Raffin and is not going to be far from the action
Has turned a corner since starting to race barefoot, latterly 2nd in a 2700m Class E at Le Croise-Laroche earlier in the month. Benefits from a superb engagement and is unlikely to disappoint
Has turned a corner since starting to race barefoot, latterly 2nd in a 2700m Class E at Le Croise-Laroche earlier in the month. Benefits from a superb engagement and is unlikely to disappoint
After having shown considerable potential last season, KIARA MAURICIENNE (3) won over 2650m here on her return to competition and looks good enough to repeat. Benjamin Rochard will nevertheless be wary of KABALA QUICK (11) who could also have imposed on re-entry had she not faulted, and the in-form KASSIOPEIA (7) who races unshod-behind for the first time. Very unlucky last time out, a barefoot KISS ME DE JEAN (12) is due some compensation.
12th of 13, on comeback, in a 3125m Angers Class E. Preparing for a campaign under the saddle and can be ruled out
12th of 13, on comeback, in a 3125m Angers Class E. Preparing for a campaign under the saddle and can be ruled out
Lacklustre 8th of 12 in a 2100m Vincennes Class E 12 days ago, after having won at Maure-de-Bretagne 1.5 months earlier. Has previously won in this configuration and will be expected to redeem himself
Lacklustre 8th of 12 in a 2100m Vincennes Class E 12 days ago, after having won at Maure-de-Bretagne 1.5 months earlier. Has previously won in this configuration and will be expected to redeem himself
Moderate 4th of 7 in a monte Class E over course and distance late last month. Has never delivered under harness here and chances slim
Moderate 4th of 7 in a monte Class E over course and distance late last month. Has never delivered under harness here and chances slim
Sanctioned on Sunday in a 2650m Alencon Class D when first time barefoot. Fitted with new configuration this time though and will have his supporters
Sanctioned on Sunday in a 2650m Alencon Class D when first time barefoot. Fitted with new configuration this time though and will have his supporters
Has not been seen out since coming 6th in a 2775m Class E at Les Sables-d’Olonne late last August and is sure to need the run
Has not been seen out since coming 6th in a 2775m Class E at Les Sables-d’Olonne late last August and is sure to need the run
Pleasant 5th of 11, on first start since the break, in a 2700m Graignes Class F 11 days ago. Shod to preference this time, will have come on for the run, and will be no easy touch
Pleasant 5th of 11, on first start since the break, in a 2700m Graignes Class F 11 days ago. Shod to preference this time, will have come on for the run, and will be no easy touch
Unbeaten in 3 starts this year, most recently securing a 2700m Graignes Class F on 14 April, and can make his Laval debut a winning one
Unbeaten in 3 starts this year, most recently securing a 2700m Graignes Class F on 14 April, and can make his Laval debut a winning one
Finished a place behind JUST D'ACADIE (15) in Paris before a below-par 7th of 9 in a 2600m Nancy Class E on 30 March. Shoes on and others preferred
Finished a place behind JUST D'ACADIE (15) in Paris before a below-par 7th of 9 in a 2600m Nancy Class E on 30 March. Shoes on and others preferred
3rd in a 3250m Saumur Class F earlier this month after having imposed on comeback 2 weeks earlier. Sports a fresh configuration, has references here, and must be respected
3rd in a 3250m Saumur Class F earlier this month after having imposed on comeback 2 weeks earlier. Sports a fresh configuration, has references here, and must be respected
Back under harness after coming a flattering 5th of 7 finishers in a monte Class E under similar conditions late-March. Has merit, and races barefoot, but will have his work cut out this time
Back under harness after coming a flattering 5th of 7 finishers in a monte Class E under similar conditions late-March. Has merit, and races barefoot, but will have his work cut out this time
Has returned to racing in excellent shape, latterly 3rd in a 2350m Angers Class E a fortnight ago. Is confirmed at Laval and must be considered a serious player
Has returned to racing in excellent shape, latterly 3rd in a 2350m Angers Class E a fortnight ago. Is confirmed at Laval and must be considered a serious player
Complicated but useful sort making first start since faulting in a 2850m Vincennes Class E on 3 January. Barefoot for the occasion and is not to be overlooked
Complicated but useful sort making first start since faulting in a 2850m Vincennes Class E on 3 January. Barefoot for the occasion and is not to be overlooked
Last of 13 on return to competition in a 3125m Angers Class E 3 weeks ago. Has other priorities and can be passed over
Last of 13 on return to competition in a 3125m Angers Class E 3 weeks ago. Has other priorities and can be passed over
Pleasant, and surprising, 6th of 14 finishers in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class F mid-month but a repeat seems improbable
Pleasant, and surprising, 6th of 14 finishers in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class F mid-month but a repeat seems improbable
Not disgraced when 6th of 13 in a 2700m Vincennes Class E earlier this month. Won his only start here, with the driver of the day, and is eminently capable of opening his 2024 account
Not disgraced when 6th of 13 in a 2700m Vincennes Class E earlier this month. Won his only start here, with the driver of the day, and is eminently capable of opening his 2024 account
Sanctioned early, on re-entry, in a 2700m Vincennes Class D on 7 April and is not going to be troubling the judge. Disregard
Sanctioned early, on re-entry, in a 2700m Vincennes Class D on 7 April and is not going to be troubling the judge. Disregard
Unbeaten in three starts this year, JEKILL ROCQ (7) is new to Laval but still has the wherewithal to pull off the 4-timer. Florian Desmigneux will still be keeping a keen eye on the well-engaged JUST D'ACADIE (15) who won for Eric Raffin under these conditions last autumn, and JACK DU PONT (11) who has returned to competition in excellent shape. The complicated JACKSON HAUFOR (6) has one race under his belt, is competitively-shod, and can get straight back in the game.
Unraced since coming 10th of 14 in a 2700m Vincennes harness Class D 2 months ago. Takes first steps under the saddle with limited aspirations
Unraced since coming 10th of 14 in a 2700m Vincennes harness Class D 2 months ago. Takes first steps under the saddle with limited aspirations
Won 3 of last 4, most recently in style over 3125 in an Angers Class F a fortnight back. Is shod to preference and can strike again
Won 3 of last 4, most recently in style over 3125 in an Angers Class F a fortnight back. Is shod to preference and can strike again
6th of 14 in a 2750m Toulouse harness Class E 2 weeks. Debuts in the discipline and may just be the joker in the pack here. Attention
6th of 14 in a 2750m Toulouse harness Class E 2 weeks. Debuts in the discipline and may just be the joker in the pack here. Attention
Ultra-consistent trotter making his first appearance since coming 6th of 7 in a 2700m Vincennes Class C mid-December. Is, however, unlikely to be given a hard race
Ultra-consistent trotter making his first appearance since coming 6th of 7 in a 2700m Vincennes Class C mid-December. Is, however, unlikely to be given a hard race
Made no impact when 8th of 11 in a 2875m Enghien Class C last Saturday. Has merit but races shod this time and others easier to back
Made no impact when 8th of 11 in a 2875m Enghien Class C last Saturday. Has merit but races shod this time and others easier to back
Returns to the monte code after trotting 7th of 11 in a 2050m Lyon-La Soie harness Class D a fortnight ago. Boasts a 50% monte win-rate but, on this occasion, will struggle to make his mark
Returns to the monte code after trotting 7th of 11 in a 2050m Lyon-La Soie harness Class D a fortnight ago. Boasts a 50% monte win-rate but, on this occasion, will struggle to make his mark
2nd, on re-entry, in a 2700m Vincennes Class C 2 months ago, picking up where she left off. Comes here fresh and, returning to her preferred barefoot status, can deny IMPALA DE VAL (2) victory
2nd, on re-entry, in a 2700m Vincennes Class C 2 months ago, picking up where she left off. Comes here fresh and, returning to her preferred barefoot status, can deny IMPALA DE VAL (2) victory
Produced a good return run before coming 7th in a 2800m Rambouillet Class E when prepping for this earlier in the month, and will need to be considerably sharper
Produced a good return run before coming 7th in a 2800m Rambouillet Class E when prepping for this earlier in the month, and will need to be considerably sharper
Handy Danish sort that came 5th of 16 in a 2700m Vincennes harness Class C on 13 April. Makes just 2nd appearance under the saddle but with Paul Ploquin in the irons will be afforded every chance. First-5 prospect
Handy Danish sort that came 5th of 16 in a 2700m Vincennes harness Class C on 13 April. Makes just 2nd appearance under the saddle but with Paul Ploquin in the irons will be afforded every chance. First-5 prospect
Has turned a corner lately, winning 2 of last 4, most recently a 2700m Vincennes Class E in good order. Has references at this level and looks a solid place prospect
Has turned a corner lately, winning 2 of last 4, most recently a 2700m Vincennes Class E in good order. Has references at this level and looks a solid place prospect
Quickly sanctioned in a 3125m Angers Class D 3 weeks ago. Has nothing to prove at this level though, is already a winner with Raffin reining, and is not one to be underestimated
Quickly sanctioned in a 3125m Angers Class D 3 weeks ago. Has nothing to prove at this level though, is already a winner with Raffin reining, and is not one to be underestimated
Barring his January sanction, IMPALA DE VAL (2) has been acquitting himself superbly for the past 4.5 months and is once again competitive for the win, however he will have to take on the highly-consistent HANSKA (7) who is barefoot for her first start late-February. GALLAGHER WIND (10) flew up at Vincennes last time out and legitimately bids for the double, while the temperamental BEAT GENERATION (11) is never far from causing an upset.
Has not been seen in public since trotting 5th to ISIS DE LA FERME (13) in a 2100m Vincennes Class D in early-December and will need the run
Has not been seen in public since trotting 5th to ISIS DE LA FERME (13) in a 2100m Vincennes Class D in early-December and will need the run
Makes his first appearance since faulting, when full of running, in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E late-January. Competitively-shod for comeback and should not be ruled out
Makes his first appearance since faulting, when full of running, in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E late-January. Competitively-shod for comeback and should not be ruled out
Kicked the year off successfully but less performant since, most recently 7th, behind ICARE D'ACADIE (5), in a 2800m Cholet Class E early-April. Reverts to racing unshod-behind and will have claims on a spot in the first 5
Kicked the year off successfully but less performant since, most recently 7th, behind ICARE D'ACADIE (5), in a 2800m Cholet Class E early-April. Reverts to racing unshod-behind and will have claims on a spot in the first 5
Surprise 4th of 13, at 83/1, in a 2100m Vincennes Class D a month ago. Is confirmed at the venue but will struggle to repeat
Surprise 4th of 13, at 83/1, in a 2100m Vincennes Class D a month ago. Is confirmed at the venue but will struggle to repeat
4th of 12 in a 2800m Cholet Class E on 1 April. Went close on only Laval start, has front shoes off for the occasion, and can figure prominently at the business end of the race
4th of 12 in a 2800m Cholet Class E on 1 April. Went close on only Laval start, has front shoes off for the occasion, and can figure prominently at the business end of the race
8th of 15, on re-entry, in a 2800m Rambouillet Class E earlier this month. Goes barefoot this time but still hard to make a case
8th of 15, on re-entry, in a 2800m Rambouillet Class E earlier this month. Goes barefoot this time but still hard to make a case
Unseen since finishing 10th of 15 in a 2850m Vincennes monte Class E last November. Won on his only appearance over course and distance but can expect to be race-rusty
Unseen since finishing 10th of 15 in a 2850m Vincennes monte Class E last November. Won on his only appearance over course and distance but can expect to be race-rusty
Picked up this year where he left off last season, latterly coming 11th of 15 in a 3125m Angers Class F a fortnight ago, and can be confidently ruled out
Picked up this year where he left off last season, latterly coming 11th of 15 in a 3125m Angers Class F a fortnight ago, and can be confidently ruled out
4th of 13 in a 2800m Rambouillet Class E on 7 April when first time barefoot. Always gives his best, showed his form last time out, and can give ILLICO D'AMOUR (14) a run for his money
4th of 13 in a 2800m Rambouillet Class E on 7 April when first time barefoot. Always gives his best, showed his form last time out, and can give ILLICO D'AMOUR (14) a run for his money
11th of 13 in a 2600m Class H at Blain-Bouvron-Le Gavre, when being conditioned, 12 days ago. Boasts fine Laval credentials, gets an Eric Raffin drive, but others still preferred
11th of 13 in a 2600m Class H at Blain-Bouvron-Le Gavre, when being conditioned, 12 days ago. Boasts fine Laval credentials, gets an Eric Raffin drive, but others still preferred
Terrific campaigner making his first appearance since coming 2nd in a 2525m amateurs Class H at Les Andelys last September. Won his last 2 in the professional ranks and is not about to disappoint
Terrific campaigner making his first appearance since coming 2nd in a 2525m amateurs Class H at Les Andelys last September. Won his last 2 in the professional ranks and is not about to disappoint
Continued his fine streak when 2nd of 18 in a 2825m Durtal Class E a month ago. Steps back up in class but still looks competitively well-in. Place chance
Continued his fine streak when 2nd of 18 in a 2825m Durtal Class E a month ago. Steps back up in class but still looks competitively well-in. Place chance
8th of 11 in a 2150m Enghien amateurs Class G a week ago and 2024 form does nothing to inspire confidence
8th of 11 in a 2150m Enghien amateurs Class G a week ago and 2024 form does nothing to inspire confidence
Already 3 times a winner this year, latterly dominating a 2875m Enghien Class E mid-March. Shod as he was at Enghien and will unsurprisingly garner the lion's share of support
Already 3 times a winner this year, latterly dominating a 2875m Enghien Class E mid-March. Shod as he was at Enghien and will unsurprisingly garner the lion's share of support
5th of 13, on first start since the spell, in a 2600m Blain-Bouvron-Le Gavre Class H 12 days ago. Takes a small step up in category but still looks capable of finishing in the mix
5th of 13, on first start since the spell, in a 2600m Blain-Bouvron-Le Gavre Class H 12 days ago. Takes a small step up in category but still looks capable of finishing in the mix
An excellent servant that cannot be faulted this year, ILLICO D'AMOUR (14) debuts at Laval but in present condition must be considered the leading contender. That being said, he will be up against IDEFIX DES LANDES (9) who is fitted with front pads after having reassured on turf earlier this month, and IRINO DE GUERON (12) who has not missed a beat since returning from his spell. HUNIQUE (15) has an entry-made-in-heaven and, hind shoes off for the occasion, will be no soft touch.
7th to HELIOS SI (7) in Amiens race of reference. Hind shoes off this time but still no more than a minor place prospect
7th to HELIOS SI (7) in Amiens race of reference. Hind shoes off this time but still no more than a minor place prospect
Hard to fault since returning to racing barefoot, latterly 3rd of 16 in a 2825m Lignieres Class E 11 days ago. Form is sure and and even with front pads fitted, can still give this a good go
Hard to fault since returning to racing barefoot, latterly 3rd of 16 in a 2825m Lignieres Class E 11 days ago. Form is sure and and even with front pads fitted, can still give this a good go
Encouraging 5th to HELIOS SI (7) in 2400m Amiens Class D last Friday. Unshod-all-4 this time and can pick up a cheque
Encouraging 5th to HELIOS SI (7) in 2400m Amiens Class D last Friday. Unshod-all-4 this time and can pick up a cheque
Lacklustre 8th of 12 in a 2700m Vincennes claimer earlier in the month and can be passed over
Lacklustre 8th of 12 in a 2700m Vincennes claimer earlier in the month and can be passed over
4th of 15 in a 2850m Vincennes Class D on 22 March. Has won 5 times for his driver and has every chance of making it 6
4th of 15 in a 2850m Vincennes Class D on 22 March. Has won 5 times for his driver and has every chance of making it 6
Has not been seen in public since coming 3rd in a 2700m Vincennes Class C late-November. Shoes on and no threat
Has not been seen in public since coming 3rd in a 2700m Vincennes Class C late-November. Shoes on and no threat
Has looked a different horse over recent weeks, beating a number of these when 3rd in a 2400m Amiens Class D 6 days ago, and will have more of a claim on the trophy this time around
Has looked a different horse over recent weeks, beating a number of these when 3rd in a 2400m Amiens Class D 6 days ago, and will have more of a claim on the trophy this time around
2nd in a 2100m Vincennes Class D early-March but stays shod here and will have other priorities
2nd in a 2100m Vincennes Class D early-March but stays shod here and will have other priorities
Produced some decent efforts in Paris before being sanctioned, when preparing for this, in the Amiens race of reference. Hind shoes off this time but others still easier to back
Produced some decent efforts in Paris before being sanctioned, when preparing for this, in the Amiens race of reference. Hind shoes off this time but others still easier to back
Faithful for the most part but lost his action in a 2400m Amiens Class D 6 days ago. Is plainly in form and will not be far off the mark if he keeps his action together
Faithful for the most part but lost his action in a 2400m Amiens Class D 6 days ago. Is plainly in form and will not be far off the mark if he keeps his action together
Unexceptional trotter that finished 13th of 15 on his comeback in a 2850m Vincennes Class D a fortnight back and is not about to change his ways
Unexceptional trotter that finished 13th of 15 on his comeback in a 2850m Vincennes Class D a fortnight back and is not about to change his ways
Unseen since trotting 6th of 10 in a 2850m Vincennes monte Class D mid-December and has no realistic chance
Unseen since trotting 6th of 10 in a 2850m Vincennes monte Class D mid-December and has no realistic chance
Useful veteran that would have finished closer than 8th in a 2850m Class A here last month had he got off to a better start. Raffin reining this time and can set the record straight
Useful veteran that would have finished closer than 8th in a 2850m Class A here last month had he got off to a better start. Raffin reining this time and can set the record straight
Never threatening when sanctioned in the race of reference. Pleased on lone Laval start, reverts to a proven formula, but appears to be biting off more than she can chew
Never threatening when sanctioned in the race of reference. Pleased on lone Laval start, reverts to a proven formula, but appears to be biting off more than she can chew
Has not been seen out since being sanctioned in a 2700m Vincennes Class C late-December. Shoes off for re-entry and the good engagement will only work to her advantage
Has not been seen out since being sanctioned in a 2700m Vincennes Class C late-December. Shoes off for re-entry and the good engagement will only work to her advantage
Ideally-placed at the limit of earnings but faulted early in a 2250m Enghien Class C late last month and must get his house in order
Ideally-placed at the limit of earnings but faulted early in a 2250m Enghien Class C late last month and must get his house in order
Reunited with Benjamin Rochard after finishing 4th in a competitive Vincennes Class D late last month, HORATIUS D'ELA (5) looks every part the horse to beat. It is unlikely to be all plane sailing though given how well HELIOS SI (7) has been acquitting himself lately. The complicated but talented HISTOIRE MODERNE (15) is barefoot for her return from a short break and will have her chances. FEELING BOY (13) is reunited with Eric Raffin and, at this level, will be no easy touch.
Last of 5 in a 3400m Orleans Class F on 1 April and can be confidently disregarded
Last of 5 in a 3400m Orleans Class F on 1 April and can be confidently disregarded
Disappointing so far this year, most recently sanctioned in a 2650m Alencon Class F on Sunday, and is unlikely to influence the outcome
Disappointing so far this year, most recently sanctioned in a 2650m Alencon Class F on Sunday, and is unlikely to influence the outcome
4th to HORIZON DU TRIANON (10) in a 2875m Enghien Class E a week ago. Never far from faulting but is plainly in form and will generate some interest
4th to HORIZON DU TRIANON (10) in a 2875m Enghien Class E a week ago. Never far from faulting but is plainly in form and will generate some interest
Pleasantly surprised, on re-entry, when winning a 2800m Class H at La Guerche-de-Bretagne a month ago. Shod to preference this time but others still preferred
Pleasantly surprised, on re-entry, when winning a 2800m Class H at La Guerche-de-Bretagne a month ago. Shod to preference this time but others still preferred
Unremarkable 6th of 12 in a 2700m harness Class F at La Capelle earlier this month. Is confirmed at the venue but nevertheless faces a stiff test
Unremarkable 6th of 12 in a 2700m harness Class F at La Capelle earlier this month. Is confirmed at the venue but nevertheless faces a stiff test
10th of 12 under harness in a 2800m Cholet Class E on 1 April, when still being conditioned. Will be fully-fit and returns to his code of preference with a good hand to play
10th of 12 under harness in a 2800m Cholet Class E on 1 April, when still being conditioned. Will be fully-fit and returns to his code of preference with a good hand to play
Preparing for this when 9th of 13 in a 2800m Rambouillet harness Class E on 7 April. A veritable metronome in the monte discipline since early-December. Sports a new configuration and can trot his way onto the podium
Preparing for this when 9th of 13 in a 2800m Rambouillet harness Class E on 7 April. A veritable metronome in the monte discipline since early-December. Sports a new configuration and can trot his way onto the podium
Useful sort making his first appearance since coming 3rd in a 2925m Cagnes Class D last January. Races shod as he did then and can get straight down to business
Useful sort making his first appearance since coming 3rd in a 2925m Cagnes Class D last January. Races shod as he did then and can get straight down to business
8th of 11 when preparing for this in a 2700m Graignes harness Class F mid-month. Barefoot this time and, in this category, can play a prominent role
8th of 11 when preparing for this in a 2700m Graignes harness Class F mid-month. Barefoot this time and, in this category, can play a prominent role
A revelation in the monte code, most recently winning a 2875m Enghien Class E a week ago. Configured similarly and is unlikely to go down without a fight. Claim
A revelation in the monte code, most recently winning a 2875m Enghien Class E a week ago. Configured similarly and is unlikely to go down without a fight. Claim
The Laval-loving IGOR DU PARC (8) may not have been seen out since January, and stays shod for re-entry, but he should still have the measure of most here. Principal threat will likely hail from HORIZON DU TRIANON (10) who has never disappointed under the saddle when fitted with 4 pads, and the versatile HOMMAGE LUDOIS (6) who can face his first goal of the year with absolute confidence. Sent out with modified shoeing, ILLUSIVE GLORY (7) is another fine campaigner and even up against the boys this time, looks competitively well-in.
Unexceptional 7th of 12 in a 2700m Graignes Class F on 14 April. Has no particular liking for Laval and chances limited
Unexceptional 7th of 12 in a 2700m Graignes Class F on 14 April. Has no particular liking for Laval and chances limited
Disappointing on the whole this year, most recently 7th to KRONOS D'ERPION (13) in a 2200m Caen Class E on 21 March and, barefoot or not, is unlikely to spring any surprises
Disappointing on the whole this year, most recently 7th to KRONOS D'ERPION (13) in a 2200m Caen Class E on 21 March and, barefoot or not, is unlikely to spring any surprises
Honest colt that finished 4th, a place behind KILLER DES CHAMPS (8), in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 1 April. Reunited with David Thomain and will be afforded every chance
Honest colt that finished 4th, a place behind KILLER DES CHAMPS (8), in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 1 April. Reunited with David Thomain and will be afforded every chance
Trotted 5th at Laval before faulting in a 2875m Argentan Class E 10 days ago. Patrick Ploquin takes over in the wagon and can challenge for a place in the frame if he manages to keep him trotting
Trotted 5th at Laval before faulting in a 2875m Argentan Class E 10 days ago. Patrick Ploquin takes over in the wagon and can challenge for a place in the frame if he manages to keep him trotting
Unraced since coming 4th of 10 in a 2150m Enghien Class D mid-August and, shod for re-entry, will have nothing to offer
Unraced since coming 4th of 10 in a 2150m Enghien Class D mid-August and, shod for re-entry, will have nothing to offer
Useful on a good day but sanctioned 2 weeks ago in a 2350m Angers Class E and is not about to cause an upset
Useful on a good day but sanctioned 2 weeks ago in a 2350m Angers Class E and is not about to cause an upset
Showed significant ability last season but has not been seen out since trotting 3rd in a 2625m Class C at Chatelaillon-La Rochelle last July and will need the run
Showed significant ability last season but has not been seen out since trotting 3rd in a 2625m Class C at Chatelaillon-La Rochelle last July and will need the run
Made up for his Argentan sanction when 3rd of 9 finishers in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 1 April and, in similar form, will not be going home empty-handed
Made up for his Argentan sanction when 3rd of 9 finishers in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 1 April and, in similar form, will not be going home empty-handed
Won over course and distance before coming 8th of 10 in a 2100m Vincennes Class E late-November. Unseen since, stays shod for the occasion, and will pose no danger
Won over course and distance before coming 8th of 10 in a 2100m Vincennes Class E late-November. Unseen since, stays shod for the occasion, and will pose no danger
7th of 9 in a 2750m Class E at La Capelle on 7 April. Will be fully-fit by now and expected to make his presence felt
7th of 9 in a 2750m Class E at La Capelle on 7 April. Will be fully-fit by now and expected to make his presence felt
Has 2 races under his belt since the break, latterly 5th of 7 finishers in a 2150m Argentan Class E late-March. Sports a new configuration and, with application, can win this
Has 2 races under his belt since the break, latterly 5th of 7 finishers in a 2150m Argentan Class E late-March. Sports a new configuration and, with application, can win this
Tricky sort that has started to come good again, most recently 2nd of 10 in a 2800m Pontchateau Class E on 31 March. In marginally better company this time but still looks a player
Tricky sort that has started to come good again, most recently 2nd of 10 in a 2800m Pontchateau Class E on 31 March. In marginally better company this time but still looks a player
Close 2nd of 10 in a 2200m Caen Class E on 21 March. Not once out of first 3 when barefoot and can win this if he turns
Close 2nd of 10 in a 2200m Caen Class E on 21 March. Not once out of first 3 when barefoot and can win this if he turns
Capable colt but starts for the first time since trotting last of 11 in a 2700m Vincennes Class D on Boxing Day. Stays shod and best to wait
Capable colt but starts for the first time since trotting last of 11 in a 2700m Vincennes Class D on Boxing Day. Stays shod and best to wait
4th of 5 finishers in a 2875m Enghien Class E on 19 March. 4 shoes on this time and although not a priority, should still acquit himself honourably
4th of 5 finishers in a 2875m Enghien Class E on 19 March. 4 shoes on this time and although not a priority, should still acquit himself honourably
Modest colt making first appearance since being sanctioned in a 2175m Vincennes monte Class D late-November and, even though unshod-behind, can be confidently ruled out
Modest colt making first appearance since being sanctioned in a 2175m Vincennes monte Class D late-November and, even though unshod-behind, can be confidently ruled out
Although he often gets in his own way when trying to express himself, there is no denying the potential KENDALL (11) has shown and, competitively-shod for his first objective of the new season, looks the pick of the field. He will still come under pressure from KRONOS D'ERPION (13) who has been a revelation since starting to race barefoot, and KESSERO (12) who himself has turned a corner over the past two months. KRAC BRENUS (4) gets a second crack at racing without shoes and, if applied, will not be far off the mark.
Racecourse debutante that qualified superbly earlier this month and if as good in competition, can make a big splash
Racecourse debutante that qualified superbly earlier this month and if as good in competition, can make a big splash
Qualifying in 1'18'4 last summer, he has been given ample time to come into himself and looks capable of winning first time out
Qualifying in 1'18'4 last summer, he has been given ample time to come into himself and looks capable of winning first time out
Qualified in 1'20'1 last September and will need to be something special to successfully take on this field
Qualified in 1'20'1 last September and will need to be something special to successfully take on this field
Has not raced since coming 7th of 10, on debut, in a 2850m Vincennes Class D on New Year's Day. Matthieu Abrivard in the sulky this time but his charge may be one race shy
Has not raced since coming 7th of 10, on debut, in a 2850m Vincennes Class D on New Year's Day. Matthieu Abrivard in the sulky this time but his charge may be one race shy
7th of 8 in a 2650m Cordemais Class E on Sunday. Has demonstrated little aptitude for the game and can be written off
7th of 8 in a 2650m Cordemais Class E on Sunday. Has demonstrated little aptitude for the game and can be written off
Sanctioned in a 2700m Graignes Class F 11 days ago. Takes on a tough bunch here and chances slim
Sanctioned in a 2700m Graignes Class F 11 days ago. Takes on a tough bunch here and chances slim
Races shod after coming 5th of 12 in a 2800m Argentan Class E 10 days ago and is not about to shake things up
Races shod after coming 5th of 12 in a 2800m Argentan Class E 10 days ago and is not about to shake things up
Started to make good on his promise when 2nd of 12 in a 2200m Pontchateau Class F on 8 April. Is clearly a colt for the future and, with application, can lose his maiden tag
Started to make good on his promise when 2nd of 12 in a 2200m Pontchateau Class F on 8 April. Is clearly a colt for the future and, with application, can lose his maiden tag
Unseen in public since trotting 5th of 10 in a 2275m Nantes Class F mid-January and is unlikely to make much of an impact
Unseen in public since trotting 5th of 10 in a 2275m Nantes Class F mid-January and is unlikely to make much of an impact
Left a good impression on debut before finishing 8th of 10 in a 2875m Enghien Class D on 19 March. David Thomain takes over the reins and will be no pushover if he can keep him trotting
Left a good impression on debut before finishing 8th of 10 in a 2875m Enghien Class D on 19 March. David Thomain takes over the reins and will be no pushover if he can keep him trotting
Has looked a decent sort to date, most recently coming 4th of 5 finishers in a Class E over course and distance late last month. Has much more to give and is unlikely to be far from the action
Has looked a decent sort to date, most recently coming 4th of 5 finishers in a Class E over course and distance late last month. Has much more to give and is unlikely to be far from the action
6th of 8, on re-entry, in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E 3 weeks ago. Is Baudouin's 2nd string and will need the outing
6th of 8, on re-entry, in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E 3 weeks ago. Is Baudouin's 2nd string and will need the outing
Last of five, behind LUCKY DAY (11), in a Class E over course and distance on 30 March but the engagement of Benjamin Rochard will only enhance his prospects. First-5 chance
Last of five, behind LUCKY DAY (11), in a Class E over course and distance on 30 March but the engagement of Benjamin Rochard will only enhance his prospects. First-5 chance
Has not been seen out since coming 3rd of 8 in a 2050m Cabourg Class E in late-October. Shoes on for re-entry but is nonetheless worth retaining
Has not been seen out since coming 3rd of 8 in a 2050m Cabourg Class E in late-October. Shoes on for re-entry but is nonetheless worth retaining
Debuted pleasantly before coming 2nd to a good horse in a 2725m Lisieux Class F 11 days ago. In more exalted company this time but can still hold his own
Debuted pleasantly before coming 2nd to a good horse in a 2725m Lisieux Class F 11 days ago. In more exalted company this time but can still hold his own
Sanctioned in a 2825m Class E at Le Croise-Laroche on 1 April. Has evident ability, goes shod this time, and can start to make amends
Sanctioned in a 2825m Class E at Le Croise-Laroche on 1 April. Has evident ability, goes shod this time, and can start to make amends
After a brace of sanctions, LONDON EYE (8) came good earlier in the month at Pontchateau and can open his account if Eric Raffin manages to keep him trotting. He is however going to be pitted against racecourse debutant LORENZO DE CHENU (2) who will be expected to confirm last summer's good qualification, and the promising LOOPING D'HERIPRE (10) who should not be harshly-judged for his Enghien clinker. After qualifying in 1'16'5 3 weeks ago, LIANGA (1) takes on the boys first time out, a sign perhaps of Julien Dubois' confidence.
