Les Sables 23 October 2023
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Has acquitted himself competitively at a lower level but, even from a favourable starting berth, is going to find this a lot tougher
Has acquitted himself competitively at a lower level but, even from a favourable starting berth, is going to find this a lot tougher
Unbeaten in two starts at Fougeres over 3000m plus but is unlikely to preserve her 100% record in this grade/company
Unbeaten in two starts at Fougeres over 3000m plus but is unlikely to preserve her 100% record in this grade/company
Finished runner-up in consecutive starts recently but has more to do here to be competitive. Outsider
Finished runner-up in consecutive starts recently but has more to do here to be competitive. Outsider
Finished 7th in consecutive outings before improving to win next time out, but was unable to confirm that progress when unplaced last time
Finished 7th in consecutive outings before improving to win next time out, but was unable to confirm that progress when unplaced last time
Consistent last-start winner who has done well with Clement Frecelle at the helm. Ought to be a factor
Consistent last-start winner who has done well with Clement Frecelle at the helm. Ought to be a factor
A winner at 1m 6f. Beaten by Kokote when second of 7 at 5-1 on her latest outing under NH rules at Vincennes over 1m 5f in May.
A winner at 1m 6f. Beaten by Kokote when second of 7 at 5-1 on her latest outing under NH rules at Vincennes over 1m 5f in May.
Improved to win her last start at Langon, though that was with a different shoeing configuration. Watch for now
Improved to win her last start at Langon, though that was with a different shoeing configuration. Watch for now
Consistent performer who did well to finish 2nd at Vincennes recently, though that was with a different shoeing configuration. Watch for now
Consistent performer who did well to finish 2nd at Vincennes recently, though that was with a different shoeing configuration. Watch for now
Improved with this shoeing arrangement to win last time and is not incapable of confirming the form of that recent victory
Improved with this shoeing arrangement to win last time and is not incapable of confirming the form of that recent victory
Versatile performer who finished 2nd under the saddle last time and 2nd in his last harness race too. Keep safe
Versatile performer who finished 2nd under the saddle last time and 2nd in his last harness race too. Keep safe
Last-start scorer who has won three of her four outings as well as finishing 3rd at Enghien on the other occasion. Dark horse returning after a break
Last-start scorer who has won three of her four outings as well as finishing 3rd at Enghien on the other occasion. Dark horse returning after a break
Unreliable sort but is not devoid of resources. Ought to improve after a much-needed comeback outing
Unreliable sort but is not devoid of resources. Ought to improve after a much-needed comeback outing
Last-start winner who has already revealed serious potential, winning three of his four outings. Absent since April but warrants respect nonetheless
Last-start winner who has already revealed serious potential, winning three of his four outings. Absent since April but warrants respect nonetheless
Talented colt who has won all four of his completed outings (five starts) and seems capable of staking a claim in the finish
Talented colt who has won all four of his completed outings (five starts) and seems capable of staking a claim in the finish
Has been in good form recently in races under the saddle, winning twice and finishing 2nd twice in four recent outings. Best watched until reverting to that code
Has been in good form recently in races under the saddle, winning twice and finishing 2nd twice in four recent outings. Best watched until reverting to that code
Promising colt who is, and by some margin, the most successful of those engaged in this race. Won last time out and has an ideal opportunity to follow up
Promising colt who is, and by some margin, the most successful of those engaged in this race. Won last time out and has an ideal opportunity to follow up
A competitive opener featuring no less than nine last-start winners. However, KRISTAL JOSSELYN (16), by far and away the most successful (stakes earned) of these entrants, is good value to follow up his recent success on favourable conditions. Highly regarded KEENAN DE JOUDES (14) has to prove himself racing on a left-handed track for the first time but certainly has the means to pose a threat. Recent scorers KINGMAMBO BELLO (9) and KARAIELLA BOND (5), as well KIWI A TROIS (13), who makes his reappearance having won last time out, are others who could get involved.
Races barefoot on all four feet for the first time in her career and may have more to offer in this shoeing configuration. Beware
Races barefoot on all four feet for the first time in her career and may have more to offer in this shoeing configuration. Beware
Struggling to regain her form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain her form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Most effective under the saddle, finishing 3rd in two of his last four starts under the saddle. Best just to watch until reverting to that category
Most effective under the saddle, finishing 3rd in two of his last four starts under the saddle. Best just to watch until reverting to that category
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Consistent for the most part but is not as effective in this arrangement as he is racing unshod. Outsider
Consistent for the most part but is not as effective in this arrangement as he is racing unshod. Outsider
Unreliable sort although entirely incapable of getting a look in here in a race of this nature. Dark horse
Unreliable sort although entirely incapable of getting a look in here in a race of this nature. Dark horse
Struggling to regain her form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain her form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Spared no effort when finishing 7th last time but is capable of a lot better than that display suggests. Keep safe
Spared no effort when finishing 7th last time but is capable of a lot better than that display suggests. Keep safe
Has made two good comeback appearances and should arrive here in prime condition, although does remain shod. Interesting proposition
Has made two good comeback appearances and should arrive here in prime condition, although does remain shod. Interesting proposition
Won consecutive starts before his recent disqualification with this shoeing arrangement, which proved he is most effective racing unshod
Won consecutive starts before his recent disqualification with this shoeing arrangement, which proved he is most effective racing unshod
Has regained momentum and finished an improved 4th last time. is not incapable of getting into the picture
Has regained momentum and finished an improved 4th last time. is not incapable of getting into the picture
Races unshod on all four feet now after two prep/comeback races. Will be a force to be reckoned with
Races unshod on all four feet now after two prep/comeback races. Will be a force to be reckoned with
Finished a reassuring 2nd last time, despite her 50m handicap, and will play a leading role if confirming that improvement
Finished a reassuring 2nd last time, despite her 50m handicap, and will play a leading role if confirming that improvement
Performed very well at Le Mans, despite his initial 50m handicap, and should have a role to play here if in similar form/order
Performed very well at Le Mans, despite his initial 50m handicap, and should have a role to play here if in similar form/order
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Barefoot for the first time in the Criterium des 4 Ans did not suit him. Has done well with the shoeing arrangement adopted here, so cannot be discounted
Barefoot for the first time in the Criterium des 4 Ans did not suit him. Has done well with the shoeing arrangement adopted here, so cannot be discounted
Imperious under the saddle recently but is best watched for now until reverting to that category. Prefer others
Imperious under the saddle recently but is best watched for now until reverting to that category. Prefer others
JARIDA GEMA (13) has been carefully prepared for this engagement and, under these favourable conditions, ought to fight for victory. Her third-tier rivals JUNON (14) and JINGLE DELO (15) acquitted themselves well at Le Mans recently, with this same initial handicap, are likely to pose the biggest threat. JAG STRYCK (17) and JASON GINYU (10) cannot be neglected, though, as they have the means to stake a claim in the finish too. JUDICIEUX (9) and JUDICIOUS (1) are others to consider.
Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Unreliable but remains capable. Well positioned in front and did perform well at this track during the summer, so ought to resurface in this grade/company
Unreliable but remains capable. Well positioned in front and did perform well at this track during the summer, so ought to resurface in this grade/company
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
Last-start winner who only recently joined Anais Michel's stable. Could strike immediately for her new connections
Last-start winner who only recently joined Anais Michel's stable. Could strike immediately for her new connections
Seldom finishes far off the mark when avoiding disqualification but has no more than a place chance
Seldom finishes far off the mark when avoiding disqualification but has no more than a place chance
Has done well when avoiding disqualification but has been sanctioned in four of her last five outings. Can't be trusted
Has done well when avoiding disqualification but has been sanctioned in four of her last five outings. Can't be trusted
Not devoid of resources but finished unplaced last time and is best watched for now, especially in this fitting
Not devoid of resources but finished unplaced last time and is best watched for now, especially in this fitting
Not entirely incapable in the harness category but is probably most effective under the saddle, so she's best watched for now
Not entirely incapable in the harness category but is probably most effective under the saddle, so she's best watched for now
Should have more to offer after a much-needed comeback outing, and may need another to reach his best level, but it is better to keep an eye on him
Should have more to offer after a much-needed comeback outing, and may need another to reach his best level, but it is better to keep an eye on him
Was in good form prior to his last-start disqualification, but cannot be condemned too hastily. Capable of making amends here
Was in good form prior to his last-start disqualification, but cannot be condemned too hastily. Capable of making amends here
Races with his irons this time but has won consecutive outings recently and should once again fight for victory
Races with his irons this time but has won consecutive outings recently and should once again fight for victory
Showed signs of improvement last time (3rd) and could get a look in here with a repeat of that effort, though is not as effective in this shoeing arrangement
Showed signs of improvement last time (3rd) and could get a look in here with a repeat of that effort, though is not as effective in this shoeing arrangement
Not devoid of resources but finished a disappointing 9th last time and is not as effective in this shoeing configuration
Not devoid of resources but finished a disappointing 9th last time and is not as effective in this shoeing configuration
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so her chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so her chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Delicate but has serious means. Remains shod and is positioned on the 50m handicap line, but has the means to get involved
Delicate but has serious means. Remains shod and is positioned on the 50m handicap line, but has the means to get involved
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Capable performer who usually does well when avoiding disqualification. Has regained freshness and, even from the 50m handicap line, cannot be taken lightly
Capable performer who usually does well when avoiding disqualification. Has regained freshness and, even from the 50m handicap line, cannot be taken lightly
A hard race to assess with 16 of the 18 entrants racing shod. A chance, however, can be taken on IBIS PETTEVINIERE (11) who has turned a corner since joining Damien Bonne's stable. IDEFIX DU MANS (10), despite his recent disqualification, is not incapable of bouncing back, so must be respected. Both IBISCUS DE MAHEY (2) and IRINA DU LUPINE (4) can also take advantage of their starting positions in front to play a leading role.
Finished a reassuring 2nd in his last start and could have a role to play here if confirming that progress
Finished a reassuring 2nd in his last start and could have a role to play here if confirming that progress
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Showed little in the harness category before winning under the saddle two starts back. Best watched for now
Showed little in the harness category before winning under the saddle two starts back. Best watched for now
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here. Best watched for now
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here. Best watched for now
last-start winner under the saddle. Alternates between the harness and mounted codes successfully, so warrants respect here
last-start winner under the saddle. Alternates between the harness and mounted codes successfully, so warrants respect here
Consistent sort, in good form at present with Anthony Barrier engaged. Capable of reconnecting with success
Consistent sort, in good form at present with Anthony Barrier engaged. Capable of reconnecting with success
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best references. Needs to reaffirm
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best references. Needs to reaffirm
Has regained his momentum, finishing an improved 4th last time out. Not incapable of getting into the picture
Has regained his momentum, finishing an improved 4th last time out. Not incapable of getting into the picture
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Will be racing barefoot on all four feet this time and has already shown sufficient means to play a role
Will be racing barefoot on all four feet this time and has already shown sufficient means to play a role
Has demonstrated commendable consistency and usually performs very well racing unshod behind. Will be a factor
Has demonstrated commendable consistency and usually performs very well racing unshod behind. Will be a factor
At the top of his game currently and proved too good at Le Mans last time in a tactical race. Capable of following up
At the top of his game currently and proved too good at Le Mans last time in a tactical race. Capable of following up
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Has enjoyed a successful year (eight in a row on grass) and acquitted himself well at Laval last time. Keep safe
Has enjoyed a successful year (eight in a row on grass) and acquitted himself well at Laval last time. Keep safe
Consistent for the most part and seldom finishes far off the mark. Has the means to stake a claim in the finish
Consistent for the most part and seldom finishes far off the mark. Has the means to stake a claim in the finish
Did not have free rein at Graignes last time (7th) and should have achieved a better result/ranking. Can do better
Did not have free rein at Graignes last time (7th) and should have achieved a better result/ranking. Can do better
Struggling to regain her form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain her form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
GRAND PAJELO (7) had a lot in reserve when finishing 5th at Le Mans last time, as he was trapped with nowhere to go until very late in the straight, and is good value to turn the tables on GRECO BELLO (13), who was the winner that day. FILOU DE LA ROUVRE (12), ENZO DU KLAU (15) and GALACTEE DE CHENU (14) are also candidates for success in a competitive event. GALA DE CRENNES (17), unlucky at Graignes last time, and GALLAGHER WIND (6), a winner in the mounted code recently, complete the shortlist.
Won well at Pornichet and at Chatelaillon-La Rochelle before his last-start disqualification. Can redeem himself here, if applied
Won well at Pornichet and at Chatelaillon-La Rochelle before his last-start disqualification. Can redeem himself here, if applied
Has continued to shine since joining Julien Chevreux and did with this shoeing configuration in August. Respect
Has continued to shine since joining Julien Chevreux and did with this shoeing configuration in August. Respect
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Consistent for the most part and will be barefoot on this occasion, so ought to make his presence felt
Consistent for the most part and will be barefoot on this occasion, so ought to make his presence felt
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Has regained momentum, finishing an improved 4th last time, and is not incapable of getting into the picture
Has regained momentum, finishing an improved 4th last time, and is not incapable of getting into the picture
Showed signs of improvement last time (3rd) and could get a look in here if confirming that progress. Outsider
Showed signs of improvement last time (3rd) and could get a look in here if confirming that progress. Outsider
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Tends to do well when not disqualified and can get into the picture here if remaining wise throughout. Beware
Tends to do well when not disqualified and can get into the picture here if remaining wise throughout. Beware
Was a disappointing 7th last time but, judged on his penultimate outing (2nd) here, ought to have a say in the finish with Eric Raffin
Was a disappointing 7th last time but, judged on his penultimate outing (2nd) here, ought to have a say in the finish with Eric Raffin
Reunites with Anthony Barrier, with whom she shone over the summer, and possesses the means to restore her image
Reunites with Anthony Barrier, with whom she shone over the summer, and possesses the means to restore her image
Unreliable but does have sufficient means to get a look in here, picture judged on his best references. Not taken lightly
Unreliable but does have sufficient means to get a look in here, picture judged on his best references. Not taken lightly
Has won four of his last five outings but is unlikely to maintain his form with this shoeing configuration
Has won four of his last five outings but is unlikely to maintain his form with this shoeing configuration
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Sanctioned in consecutive outings recently but, still, should not be condemned too hastily. Capable of redeeming himself here, if applied
Sanctioned in consecutive outings recently but, still, should not be condemned too hastily. Capable of redeeming himself here, if applied
Has performed poorly in both codes recently and that does not augur well for his chances here. Ignore
Has performed poorly in both codes recently and that does not augur well for his chances here. Ignore
Was disappointing on the grass at Segre last time out but ought to take advantage of these favourable conditions to redeem himself
Was disappointing on the grass at Segre last time out but ought to take advantage of these favourable conditions to redeem himself
HUDSON BAIE (12) has already shown that she gets along well with Anthony Barrier so ought to redeem herself here after a disappointing last start. GAUCHO DE LA NOUE (11), with Eric Raffin engaged, is likely to fight for victory, as is HEROS DES LOYAUX (1) with Matthieu Abrivard at the helm. HERMES D'ECROVILLE (16) remains more than capable and could redeem himself if avoiding diqualification. HEOL LORIETTES (2) and GIBALDI DE HOUELLE (18) complete the shortlist.
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Was still in contention for a role in the finish at Meslay-du-Maine when breaking stride last time. Could make amends
Was still in contention for a role in the finish at Meslay-du-Maine when breaking stride last time. Could make amends
Was unable to fully express himself when finishing 5th at Nantes last time. Should have a role to play in the finish
Was unable to fully express himself when finishing 5th at Nantes last time. Should have a role to play in the finish
Was held up in the finish and only got going late to take 5th at this track recently, but should have been closer. Can do better
Was held up in the finish and only got going late to take 5th at this track recently, but should have been closer. Can do better
Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
A new addition to the stable of Charles-Antoine Mary. Has sufficient means and will race unshod for the first time with Eric Raffin engaged
A new addition to the stable of Charles-Antoine Mary. Has sufficient means and will race unshod for the first time with Eric Raffin engaged
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Struggling to regain her form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain her form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Has nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period now to warrant inclusion/consideration here. Outsider
Has nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period now to warrant inclusion/consideration here. Outsider
Versatile sort who has finished 2nd in her last four outings, albeit just once in the harness category and not in this fitting arrangement
Versatile sort who has finished 2nd in her last four outings, albeit just once in the harness category and not in this fitting arrangement
Most effective under the saddle, finishing 2nd in that code last time having made a winning start to the year in that category. Watch for now
Most effective under the saddle, finishing 2nd in that code last time having made a winning start to the year in that category. Watch for now
Performs well in this shoeing configuration and also gets along well with Benjamin Rochard. Keep safe
Performs well in this shoeing configuration and also gets along well with Benjamin Rochard. Keep safe
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Unreliable but certainly not incapable of getting into the picture. Matthieu Abrivard, with whom he has done well, is back at the helm
Unreliable but certainly not incapable of getting into the picture. Matthieu Abrivard, with whom he has done well, is back at the helm
Runner-up at Vincennes last time in a different shoeing configuration and has sufficient means, though is seldom far from faulting
Runner-up at Vincennes last time in a different shoeing configuration and has sufficient means, though is seldom far from faulting
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Disqualified at Laval on his return last time but is capable of much better if remaining wise throughout. Keep safe
Disqualified at Laval on his return last time but is capable of much better if remaining wise throughout. Keep safe
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so her chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so her chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
There are several in the lineup for whom a strong case can be made. IMPECC BLUE (6), who only recently joined the stable of Charles-Antoine Mary, will race barefoot for the first time with Eric Raffin at the helm, so could emerge with the victory. He gets the nod ahead of IVO LE COUP (3), unlucky at Nantes last time (5th), and IRIS INTENSE (17), who had plenty left in reserve when going off stride at Laval last time. IBERA (12) is another with sufficient means, as are INVINCIBLE QUEEN (2) and ITALIQUE DU CLOS (4).
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Runner-up in consecutive starts under the saddle, prior to his recent 9th in a harness race, and has won in this category previously. Candidate for success
Runner-up in consecutive starts under the saddle, prior to his recent 9th in a harness race, and has won in this category previously. Candidate for success
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Reunited here with Clement Frecelle, who steered her to victory at Pornichet last month. Disqualified last time but is capable of bouncing back
Reunited here with Clement Frecelle, who steered her to victory at Pornichet last month. Disqualified last time but is capable of bouncing back
Versatile and consistent performer who finished 3rd under the saddle before finishing 2nd in a harness race last time. Not taken lightly
Versatile and consistent performer who finished 3rd under the saddle before finishing 2nd in a harness race last time. Not taken lightly
Versatile and consistent mare who finished 4th in this category last time having won her previous start in this code. Dark horse
Versatile and consistent mare who finished 4th in this category last time having won her previous start in this code. Dark horse
Rarely seen under the saddle but is more than capable (three times 2nd from as many outings). Should be a factor in the finish
Rarely seen under the saddle but is more than capable (three times 2nd from as many outings). Should be a factor in the finish
Consistent performer who has maintained a respectable level of form recently, though has only a place chance here
Consistent performer who has maintained a respectable level of form recently, though has only a place chance here
Recently returned to winning ways at Enghien with Tiphaine Levesque, with whom he is reunited here. Has obvious claims
Recently returned to winning ways at Enghien with Tiphaine Levesque, with whom he is reunited here. Has obvious claims
Versatile and consistent performer who finished 4th in this category three starts back. Not taken lightly
Versatile and consistent performer who finished 4th in this category three starts back. Not taken lightly
Was disqualified in the early stages of his last start in this category back on 14 July at Cabourg. Capable of better
Was disqualified in the early stages of his last start in this category back on 14 July at Cabourg. Capable of better
Usually performs very well with this shoeing configuration and ought to confirm the form of her recent victory at Vincennes. Keep safe
Usually performs very well with this shoeing configuration and ought to confirm the form of her recent victory at Vincennes. Keep safe
Victory in this mounted event is likely to be fought out by HASARD (7), who could have more to give back under the saddle after three runner-up finishes in his last five harness races, HAVRE DE PAIX (2), confirmed in this category, as well as recent winners HAWAI RIVER ( 12) and HURRICANE WAY (9). Beyond those, HERMES ANGEL (10) and HIPPOMENE QUESNOT (11) make most appeal.
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Consistent for the most part but, while not disgraced in finishing 6th, was disappointing at Rambouillet last time. Capable of better
Consistent for the most part but, while not disgraced in finishing 6th, was disappointing at Rambouillet last time. Capable of better
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her recent 2nd. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her recent 2nd. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Consistent filly who acquitted herself well at Maure-de-Bretagne last time having previously left a good impression at Laval. Keep safe
Consistent filly who acquitted herself well at Maure-de-Bretagne last time having previously left a good impression at Laval. Keep safe
Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Another who is as hard to trust as he is to rule out
Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Another who is as hard to trust as he is to rule out
Recently returned to winning ways on the turf at Alencon having performed himself well at this venue during the summer. Not taken lightly
Recently returned to winning ways on the turf at Alencon having performed himself well at this venue during the summer. Not taken lightly
Races unshod now after a much-needed comeback outing and has sufficient means to stake a claim in the finish. Dark horse
Races unshod now after a much-needed comeback outing and has sufficient means to stake a claim in the finish. Dark horse
Has won two of his last three starts and finished 2nd last time, though that was back in May. Just watch for now
Has won two of his last three starts and finished 2nd last time, though that was back in May. Just watch for now
Absent since 7 July but has performed impeccably well racing unshod and is reunited with Eric Raffin, who steered her to victory at Chartres in June
Absent since 7 July but has performed impeccably well racing unshod and is reunited with Eric Raffin, who steered her to victory at Chartres in June
Finished 3rd five starts back and 2nd three starts ago but has been largely inconsistent. Best watched for now
Finished 3rd five starts back and 2nd three starts ago but has been largely inconsistent. Best watched for now
Finished unplaced in her only start this year but is not devoid of resources. One to note for another day
Finished unplaced in her only start this year but is not devoid of resources. One to note for another day
Has displayed commendable consistency and continues to perform at a good level. Should have a role to play
Has displayed commendable consistency and continues to perform at a good level. Should have a role to play
Disqualified under the saddle last time and in this category prior to that. Hard to make a case for
Disqualified under the saddle last time and in this category prior to that. Hard to make a case for
Finished unplaced (8th) under the saddle last time but is undeniably capable of better in this category. Outsider
Finished unplaced (8th) under the saddle last time but is undeniably capable of better in this category. Outsider
Won with authority at Toulouse last time out and ought to take advantage of the favourable conditions by playing a leading role
Won with authority at Toulouse last time out and ought to take advantage of the favourable conditions by playing a leading role
Having proved very efficient racing without her shoes, JAVANAISE SONG (10) is likely to be very prominent and is worth siding with to land the spoils here with Eric Raffin as her partner. She will, however, have to thwart the challenges of both JOSS AIMEF (16), who has a good opportunity under the conditions to confirm his last-start victory, JACARANDO (13) who remains competitive and boasts a good level of form and consistency, as well as barefooted JOSY EXPRESS (5) who is also capable of making life difficult for them.
