Vincennes 09 February 2019
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Has placed just once in five during the meeting. No fan of the trip and others preferred
Has placed just once in five during the meeting. No fan of the trip and others preferred
In cracking form in both codes over past six weeks. Unbeaten under the saddle this winter and although in better company will have his chances
In cracking form in both codes over past six weeks. Unbeaten under the saddle this winter and although in better company will have his chances
Already four times a winner under these conditions. Disappointing in both comeback races but is not one to be underestimated
Already four times a winner under these conditions. Disappointing in both comeback races but is not one to be underestimated
Tough type with excellent ridden references. Fourth in a Gr.3 on the inner track last time but drops in class and will have a lot to offer
Tough type with excellent ridden references. Fourth in a Gr.3 on the inner track last time but drops in class and will have a lot to offer
Fine campaigner but can show a lack of discipline. Sanctioned on reentry early December but has had time to freshen up and can play a leading role
Fine campaigner but can show a lack of discipline. Sanctioned on reentry early December but has had time to freshen up and can play a leading role
Acquits herself well for the most part. Not the luckiest here last time and will generate interest
Acquits herself well for the most part. Not the luckiest here last time and will generate interest
Winner of his only start in the discipline but has been out of sorts under harness this winter and can be passed over
Winner of his only start in the discipline but has been out of sorts under harness this winter and can be passed over
Has been going well in both disciplines this winter. Can prove a handful but on good behaviour should not be too far from the action
Has been going well in both disciplines this winter. Can prove a handful but on good behaviour should not be too far from the action
Highly impressive over recent months. Won a Class C in good order on the short course a fortnight ago and will not be far off the mark
Highly impressive over recent months. Won a Class C in good order on the short course a fortnight ago and will not be far off the mark
Complicated but talented sort that has struggled with stride problems since being edged by (18) CABAN PRIOR late November but with application will have a lot to offer
Complicated but talented sort that has struggled with stride problems since being edged by (18) CABAN PRIOR late November but with application will have a lot to offer
Has ample ability and is proven over the trip. Never far from losing his action but if applied can finish in the frame
Has ample ability and is proven over the trip. Never far from losing his action but if applied can finish in the frame
Very hard to fault when barefoot and focused. On a fine run this winter and after careful preparation will justifiably garner support
Very hard to fault when barefoot and focused. On a fine run this winter and after careful preparation will justifiably garner support
Tricky type but gave an excellent account behind (9) ARGAN DU LOULAY on the short course two weeks ago and if applied can get a look in
Tricky type but gave an excellent account behind (9) ARGAN DU LOULAY on the short course two weeks ago and if applied can get a look in
Mixes the good with the less good but has references at this level. No great fan of the distance though and others preferred
Mixes the good with the less good but has references at this level. No great fan of the distance though and others preferred
Not once out of the frame in the specialty. Unbeaten over 2700m here and should again figure prominently
Not once out of the frame in the specialty. Unbeaten over 2700m here and should again figure prominently
Delicate sort that reassured at Cagnes eight days ago and does not make the long trip north for reasons of tourism
Delicate sort that reassured at Cagnes eight days ago and does not make the long trip north for reasons of tourism
Boasts a fine record under the saddle and is confirmed under these conditions. Unraced since early December but if fully fit can make his presence felt
Boasts a fine record under the saddle and is confirmed under these conditions. Unraced since early December but if fully fit can make his presence felt
Remarkably productive type in this branch of the business. Won a tough event over 2850m here late November and although unseen since can repeat
Remarkably productive type in this branch of the business. Won a tough event over 2850m here late November and although unseen since can repeat
(18) CABAN PRIOR may not have been seen out since late November but he boasts a remarkable ridden record and goes well when fresh. He looks the horse to beat here but Desmarres can expect to meet opposition from the talented (5) BLOOMER who has likewise not been seen out for some time. (11) CHALIMAR DE GUEZ may not be to everyone's taste but he gave an excellent account behind (2) CAPITAINE FRANCE on the short course last month and is not incapable of turning the tables. (15) BRISBANE DU BOURG trotted third that day before imposing over course and distance next time and also looks competitively well in.
Won three on the trot in Germany before leaving a decent impression on French debut late January. Shoes off this time and if applied should not be far from the action
Won three on the trot in Germany before leaving a decent impression on French debut late January. Shoes off this time and if applied should not be far from the action
Decent German colt that has won two of last three and latterly on comeback. First start at the venue but will have his supporters
Decent German colt that has won two of last three and latterly on comeback. First start at the venue but will have his supporters
Fourth in a Gr.3 here before being sent for a break. Sanctioned on recent reentry and with shoes back on is unlikely to spring any surprises
Fourth in a Gr.3 here before being sent for a break. Sanctioned on recent reentry and with shoes back on is unlikely to spring any surprises
Highly consistent sort that trotted third to (5) CITY GUIDE here recently but goes first time barefoot and could well turn the tables
Highly consistent sort that trotted third to (5) CITY GUIDE here recently but goes first time barefoot and could well turn the tables
Serious type that is unbeaten in two this term. Flew up over course and distance late last month and can repeat
Serious type that is unbeaten in two this term. Flew up over course and distance late last month and can repeat
Just one win in 13 but seldom disappoints. In the frame in both starts over the distance here and will justifiably garner support
Just one win in 13 but seldom disappoints. In the frame in both starts over the distance here and will justifiably garner support
Faithful servant that gave a good account under these conditions on recent Vincennes debut. Steps up in class but should still acquit himself competitively
Faithful servant that gave a good account under these conditions on recent Vincennes debut. Steps up in class but should still acquit himself competitively
Hardy Italian colt that lost his action early in the race of reference. Will be reined by Franck Nivard this time and with application can go far
Hardy Italian colt that lost his action early in the race of reference. Will be reined by Franck Nivard this time and with application can go far
Has hardly set a foot out of place since his first steps on the track. Held back for this and looks a player
Has hardly set a foot out of place since his first steps on the track. Held back for this and looks a player
In the frame in all three at the venue. Steps marginally up in class but can still hold his own
In the frame in all three at the venue. Steps marginally up in class but can still hold his own
Can prove a handful but has already imposed under these conditions. Sanctioned last time but shoes back on and with Bazire in charge will be afforded every chance
Can prove a handful but has already imposed under these conditions. Sanctioned last time but shoes back on and with Bazire in charge will be afforded every chance
Quality colt that kicked last season off well before disappointing in next two. Unseen since late November but benefits from a good entry and should not be ignored
Quality colt that kicked last season off well before disappointing in next two. Unseen since late November but benefits from a good entry and should not be ignored
A colt with an enviable strike rate (5) CITY GUIDE recently won with authority over course and distance and once again looks a realistic candidate for success. The ultra-consistent (4) LOVER BOY trotted third to him that day and with shoes off for the first time is not incapable of exacting revenge. Prepared for this race and confirmed over course and distance (9) FLAMBEAU DE DAIDOU will have a good hand to play. After being sanctioned behind the selection recently (8) ZIRCONIUM gets a top driver in the sulky this time around and can get back in the game.
In the frame in two of last three and appreciates 2100m on the main track but faces some arguably better horses this time and chances limited
In the frame in two of last three and appreciates 2100m on the main track but faces some arguably better horses this time and chances limited
Still going strong aged ten. Tends to go better over longer but is at the top of his game and the draw does his prospects no disservice
Still going strong aged ten. Tends to go better over longer but is at the top of his game and the draw does his prospects no disservice
Has considerable talent but also a temperament. Fought it out with (6) MINDYOURVALUE W.F. here last month before losing his action and if applied can make the most of the good draw and win this
Has considerable talent but also a temperament. Fought it out with (6) MINDYOURVALUE W.F. here last month before losing his action and if applied can make the most of the good draw and win this
Excellent servant that has enjoyed a fruiful meeting so far. Prefers a longer trip but has the plum spot in front and can pleasantly surprise
Excellent servant that has enjoyed a fruiful meeting so far. Prefers a longer trip but has the plum spot in front and can pleasantly surprise
Not as sharp as he was during the autumn and somewhat disappointing behind (9) SHARON GAR recently but is well positioned on the front line and should not be overlooked
Not as sharp as he was during the autumn and somewhat disappointing behind (9) SHARON GAR recently but is well positioned on the front line and should not be overlooked
The epitome of a Vincennes horse. Has never been bested under harness here and in current form can maintain his perfect run
The epitome of a Vincennes horse. Has never been bested under harness here and in current form can maintain his perfect run
Talent to burn but not the most reliable. Has excellent speed though and with a top driver in charge can get back in the game
Talent to burn but not the most reliable. Has excellent speed though and with a top driver in charge can get back in the game
Pleased over track and trip two months ago but well beaten in both since and must raise his game
Pleased over track and trip two months ago but well beaten in both since and must raise his game
Useful mare that has raced courageously in last two but has not been blessed with the draw and the revised shoeing formula will not help her chances
Useful mare that has raced courageously in last two but has not been blessed with the draw and the revised shoeing formula will not help her chances
Quality individual that ran (6) MINDYOURVALUE W.F. close here early January. Is back barefoot and although on the second line must be respected
Quality individual that ran (6) MINDYOURVALUE W.F. close here early January. Is back barefoot and although on the second line must be respected
Useful Swedish mare that has previously won under these conditions but must improve on latest effort behind (9) SHARON GAR
Useful Swedish mare that has previously won under these conditions but must improve on latest effort behind (9) SHARON GAR
Classy mare in flying form. Missed out on victory in a Gr.3 over course and distance a fortnight ago and despite the draw can play an important role
Classy mare in flying form. Missed out on victory in a Gr.3 over course and distance a fortnight ago and despite the draw can play an important role
Has done nothing of note since trotting second in a Laval Gr.3 last autumn and can be passed over
Has done nothing of note since trotting second in a Laval Gr.3 last autumn and can be passed over
No slouch on a good day and is confirmed over course and distance. Pleased in a Gr.3 last time but still no more than a minor place chance
No slouch on a good day and is confirmed over course and distance. Pleased in a Gr.3 last time but still no more than a minor place chance
A good race in prospect this with a number in contention. On paper (3) BARRIO JOSSELYN may not be the most attractive but he has excellent aptitude when focused and barefoot and from the 3-spot can have his way. He will however be pitted against the talented and fast (6) MINDYOURVALUE W.F. who is unbeaten under harness at Vincennes. Winner of a tough Class A before missing out by little in a Gr.3 over course and distance (12) TESSY D'ETE is not ideally drawn but she still looks a serious player. Winner of three of his last four the veteran (2) VERTIGE DE CHENU has a good spot behind the car and even over this shorter trip will have his chances. (7) DAY OR NIGHT IN benefits from a Dominik Locqueneux drive this time and can start to come good again.
Respectable colt but has never been tested at this level and has not done enough lately to be considered a contender
Respectable colt but has never been tested at this level and has not done enough lately to be considered a contender
Beat Face Time Bourbon in Gr.2 Tonnac-Villeneuve before finishing 5th in the race of reference and looks the one to beat this time
Beat Face Time Bourbon in Gr.2 Tonnac-Villeneuve before finishing 5th in the race of reference and looks the one to beat this time
Surprise Gr.1 winner last summer but has done little of note since and can be ruled out
Surprise Gr.1 winner last summer but has done little of note since and can be ruled out
Runner up in Criterium des 3 Ans before encountering traffic problems next time. Comes here fresh and with hind shoes off for the occasion looks a player
Runner up in Criterium des 3 Ans before encountering traffic problems next time. Comes here fresh and with hind shoes off for the occasion looks a player
Seldom wins but regularly gives her best. Third in the Criterium and going barefoot for the first time should improve on latest two and finish close
Seldom wins but regularly gives her best. Third in the Criterium and going barefoot for the first time should improve on latest two and finish close
Won a Gr.2 over 2700m earlier in the season but below par in next two and must reaffirm
Won a Gr.2 over 2700m earlier in the season but below par in next two and must reaffirm
Gr.2 winner at two but rather disappointing since. Encouraged in a Gr.2 under the saddle three weeks ago but chances still very slim
Gr.2 winner at two but rather disappointing since. Encouraged in a Gr.2 under the saddle three weeks ago but chances still very slim
Got back in the game when third in the Charles Tiercelin two weeks ago and in similar form should not be far off the mark
Got back in the game when third in the Charles Tiercelin two weeks ago and in similar form should not be far off the mark
Particularly impressive this winter meeting. Trotted a fine second to Face Time Bourbon in Gr.2 Prix Charles Tiercelin a fortnight back and in the latter's absence will have a lot to offer
Particularly impressive this winter meeting. Trotted a fine second to Face Time Bourbon in Gr.2 Prix Charles Tiercelin a fortnight back and in the latter's absence will have a lot to offer
Just one win in 23. Has placed just once in five this winter and no more than a minor place prospect
Just one win in 23. Has placed just once in five this winter and no more than a minor place prospect
Superb this time last year but not as sharp of late. Races first time barefoot though and can begin to make amends
Superb this time last year but not as sharp of late. Races first time barefoot though and can begin to make amends
The only horse to have toppled the excellent Face Time Bourbon this season (2) FALCAO DE LAURMA looks a serious proposition in the absence of Sebastien Guarato's champion. He is unlikely to have it all his own way though considering that Criterium des 3 Ans third (5) FANINA DES RACQUES goes barefoot for the first time. (4) FAVORITE FLIGNY finished ahead of the latter that day before running out of luck next time but with no traffic problems can go close. (8) FRIC DU CHENE gave a very good account in a Gr.2 a fortnight ago and will have his chances.
Unexceptional sort with a regressive profile and will have few takers
Unexceptional sort with a regressive profile and will have few takers
Alternates the good with the less good. Decent third to (9) DESIR DU BOIS last month and with application can put on a good show
Alternates the good with the less good. Decent third to (9) DESIR DU BOIS last month and with application can put on a good show
Won his autumn comeback race but has since lost his way and not a realistic proposition
Won his autumn comeback race but has since lost his way and not a realistic proposition
Not as productive as he was during the autumn. Encouraged behind (8) DJANGO DES CHARMES last time but still has more to find
Not as productive as he was during the autumn. Encouraged behind (8) DJANGO DES CHARMES last time but still has more to find
Unremarkable trotter that has failed to fire in two here this term and chances limited
Unremarkable trotter that has failed to fire in two here this term and chances limited
Has looked decidedly ordinary here this winter and will struggle to make his mark
Has looked decidedly ordinary here this winter and will struggle to make his mark
Better known for his ridden aptitude. Here for a change of scenery and not a priority
Better known for his ridden aptitude. Here for a change of scenery and not a priority
Dependability not his strong suit but imposed with authority here early January and with hind shoes off again can impose from the front line
Dependability not his strong suit but imposed with authority here early January and with hind shoes off again can impose from the front line
In flying form for past three months. Comes here on a hat-trick and although stepping up in class he breaks in front and should figure prominently
In flying form for past three months. Comes here on a hat-trick and although stepping up in class he breaks in front and should figure prominently
Useful sort with a decent record on the main track. Is well entered on the front line and must be respected
Useful sort with a decent record on the main track. Is well entered on the front line and must be respected
Nothing of note to his name in 2018. Unraced since late September and no threat
Nothing of note to his name in 2018. Unraced since late September and no threat
Tricky sort that reassured under these conditions last weekend when reunited with Nivard. On the back like this time but one to note all the same
Tricky sort that reassured under these conditions last weekend when reunited with Nivard. On the back like this time but one to note all the same
Hardy campaigner that gave a good account under these conditions last month. Prepped well against older horses at Pornichet on Tuesday and can again make his presence felt
Hardy campaigner that gave a good account under these conditions last month. Prepped well against older horses at Pornichet on Tuesday and can again make his presence felt
Winner of nine of last eleven starts and latterly in style over 2700m. Unseen since late December and incurs the penalty but can still make a big impact
Winner of nine of last eleven starts and latterly in style over 2700m. Unseen since late December and incurs the penalty but can still make a big impact
Unshod behind just as he was when winning over 2700m here early last month (8) DJANGO DES CHARMES finds himself well positioned in front and can double his money. Ernault is however likely to meet resistance from the reinvigorated (9) DESIR DU BOIS who has been as solid as a rock this winter. The exceptional (14) DREAM DE LASSERIE drops back in category after winning in style here late December and even though on the second line can still play a major role. In the frame in two of his last three (2) DANUBE MESLOIS must also be afforded respect.
Quality mare that pleased last time here but unraced since October and will need the run
Quality mare that pleased last time here but unraced since October and will need the run
Highly consistent Italian raider making French debut in excellent form but may find the opposition too exalted
Highly consistent Italian raider making French debut in excellent form but may find the opposition too exalted
Has failed to deliver in recent weeks and has no particular liking for Vincennes. Disregard
Has failed to deliver in recent weeks and has no particular liking for Vincennes. Disregard
Tough Swedish sort that left a good impression under the saddle here on French debut and if form transitions her place is in the frame
Tough Swedish sort that left a good impression under the saddle here on French debut and if form transitions her place is in the frame
Moderate type that has yet to shine since returning to France and appears to have her work cut out
Moderate type that has yet to shine since returning to France and appears to have her work cut out
Mixes the good with the less good and disappointing here late January. Races over 2850m for the first time but worth retaining all the same
Mixes the good with the less good and disappointing here late January. Races over 2850m for the first time but worth retaining all the same
Delicate type that has done nothing of note since last summer and can be passed over
Delicate type that has done nothing of note since last summer and can be passed over
Sprang something of a surprise when beating (11) ETONNE DE CARSI here three weeks ago and will not be sent off at such a generous price this time around
Sprang something of a surprise when beating (11) ETONNE DE CARSI here three weeks ago and will not be sent off at such a generous price this time around
Hardy mare with a fine record over 2850m at Vincennes and should logically show improvement on latest efforts
Hardy mare with a fine record over 2850m at Vincennes and should logically show improvement on latest efforts
Regular for the most part and while better in the other specialty will be partnered by her handler this time and will generate interest
Regular for the most part and while better in the other specialty will be partnered by her handler this time and will generate interest
In the frame in four of last five. Has no references over the trip under harness but her latest ridden performance augurs well for her chances
In the frame in four of last five. Has no references over the trip under harness but her latest ridden performance augurs well for her chances
Faithful servant with a good record over 2850m when barefoot. Oddly below par last time but under these conditions can atone and win this
Faithful servant with a good record over 2850m when barefoot. Oddly below par last time but under these conditions can atone and win this
Mixes the good with the less good but is proven at a superior level and can get a look in
Mixes the good with the less good but is proven at a superior level and can get a look in
Acquits herself honourably for the most part and appreciates this distance. Has a superb entry but races shod and chances reduced
Acquits herself honourably for the most part and appreciates this distance. Has a superb entry but races shod and chances reduced
Surprisingly one paced here late last month (12) ELENA PRINCESSE has otherwise never disappointed since starting to race barefoot and is expected to redeem herself and impose this time. Nivard will however want to keep a watchful eye on (11) ETONNE DE CARSI who has been impressive in both codes here this winter. The talented Swedish mare (4) LORINA CITRON made solid Vincennes debut under the saddle two weeks ago and should logically confirm in her code of preference. (9) ENSKA has very good references over 2850m at Vincennes and will not be too far off the mark.
Has shown considerably better aptitude for the short course this winter and latest results do nothing to inspire confidence
Has shown considerably better aptitude for the short course this winter and latest results do nothing to inspire confidence
Encouraged on comeback over the short course last month but flopped a level down next time. Will be full race fit by now and can get back down to business
Encouraged on comeback over the short course last month but flopped a level down next time. Will be full race fit by now and can get back down to business
Unexceptional type that has not delivered for some time and under these conditions will have his work cut out
Unexceptional type that has not delivered for some time and under these conditions will have his work cut out
Good class of horse with superb credentials in the specialty. Fourth ahead of (12) BEAU DE GRIMOULT in a Gr.2 over course and distance two weeks ago and looks a serious proposition
Good class of horse with superb credentials in the specialty. Fourth ahead of (12) BEAU DE GRIMOULT in a Gr.2 over course and distance two weeks ago and looks a serious proposition
No closer than fifth in as many starts here this winter and backs up with limited ambition
No closer than fifth in as many starts here this winter and backs up with limited ambition
Has done nothing noteworthy in either code for some time and can be passed over
Has done nothing noteworthy in either code for some time and can be passed over
Has been enduring a rough ride for some time. Has little experience under the saddle and unlikely to worry the opposition
Has been enduring a rough ride for some time. Has little experience under the saddle and unlikely to worry the opposition
Seldom seen under the saddle but has good references. Impressed under harness last time and even though shod he deserves to take his chances
Seldom seen under the saddle but has good references. Impressed under harness last time and even though shod he deserves to take his chances
Blows hot and cold but has decent credentials under these conditions and if focused can make amends for recent clinker
Blows hot and cold but has decent credentials under these conditions and if focused can make amends for recent clinker
Quality mare that gave a respectable account in a Gr.3 over course and distance on return to the code and while unlikely to spring any surprises can still pick up a cheque
Quality mare that gave a respectable account in a Gr.3 over course and distance on return to the code and while unlikely to spring any surprises can still pick up a cheque
Evidently capable but plagued by stride issues. Unraced since late December and will have few takers
Evidently capable but plagued by stride issues. Unraced since late December and will have few takers
Fine campaigner especially when barefoot. Won a Gr.3 with ease before oddly disappointing in Gr.2 Prix Jacques Andrieu but should not be too hastily judged. Claim
Fine campaigner especially when barefoot. Won a Gr.3 with ease before oddly disappointing in Gr.2 Prix Jacques Andrieu but should not be too hastily judged. Claim
Rarely disappointing in the specialty (12) BEAU DE GRIMOULT surprisingly failed to fire here two weeks ago but must not be too hastily judged. He benefits from a weight advantage and if at his best should have this in the bag. The ever-consistent (4) JULIO DE LUXE finished ahead of him last time and again looks competitive for a place. Although not at his best here early last month (9) AERO KING would have the measure of most here on a good day and after having had time to freshen up he should logically show a different side. (2) VARUM BOY will be at peak fitness by now and should show more than he did last time out.
Has started to come good again following a very lean patch but still needs to improve on latest Mauquenchy performance
Has started to come good again following a very lean patch but still needs to improve on latest Mauquenchy performance
Useful when applied. Has not been seen out since mid December but could just get a look in
Useful when applied. Has not been seen out since mid December but could just get a look in
Respectable on a good day and encouraged here late last month but still has more to find
Respectable on a good day and encouraged here late last month but still has more to find
Complicated type with four sanctions in last five. Raffin has maintained faith but still not an obvious choice
Complicated type with four sanctions in last five. Raffin has maintained faith but still not an obvious choice
Tricky type but has plenty of ability. Gave a good account in the race of reference and going barefoot again can only work to his advantage
Tricky type but has plenty of ability. Gave a good account in the race of reference and going barefoot again can only work to his advantage
Has placed just once in six here during the meeting but reassured behind (11) EURIPIDE LUDOIS last time and should not be overlooked
Has placed just once in six here during the meeting but reassured behind (11) EURIPIDE LUDOIS last time and should not be overlooked
Unexceptional sort with just one race in him since the break. Hind shoes off but others still preferred
Unexceptional sort with just one race in him since the break. Hind shoes off but others still preferred
23 races and still a maiden. Thrashed on comeback last month and must show marked improvement
23 races and still a maiden. Thrashed on comeback last month and must show marked improvement
Has hardly set a foot out of place since the autumn. Sanctioned when full of running in the race of reference and must be respected
Has hardly set a foot out of place since the autumn. Sanctioned when full of running in the race of reference and must be respected
Has raced somewhat modestly here over recent weeks. Showed improvement over shorter last weekend though and could well break into the first three
Has raced somewhat modestly here over recent weeks. Showed improvement over shorter last weekend though and could well break into the first three
Never far from losing his action but beat a host of these horses on the main track here last month and with JMB back in the sulky will have a lot to offer
Never far from losing his action but beat a host of these horses on the main track here last month and with JMB back in the sulky will have a lot to offer
Encouraged at Cabourg late December but has failed to impress in Paris this winter and can be passed over
Encouraged at Cabourg late December but has failed to impress in Paris this winter and can be passed over
Moderate sort that encouraged on both starts over the short course. Is barefoot this time and should not be too far off the mark
Moderate sort that encouraged on both starts over the short course. Is barefoot this time and should not be too far off the mark
No closer than 4th in six outings here this winter but goes first time unshod behind and can begin to make amends
No closer than 4th in six outings here this winter but goes first time unshod behind and can begin to make amends
Versatile type but can prove a handful. Returns from a short illness and can go close if fully fit and focused
Versatile type but can prove a handful. Returns from a short illness and can go close if fully fit and focused
Delicate but competent sort that won in good order last time out. Yet to make his mark at Vincennes but has an excellent entry and with stride in check should win this
Delicate but competent sort that won in good order last time out. Yet to make his mark at Vincennes but has an excellent entry and with stride in check should win this
(16) ELIO MANNETOT may be a delicate soul but he won with brio at Mauquenchy last time and if he deigns to stay in stride the race is his for the taking. (11) EURIPIDE LUDOIS has shown his form more than once this winter and after a fine effort here last month looks the principal opposition. (10) ECAILLEUR lost his action that day but is clearly on the way up and can challenge for a spot on the podium. (5) EDY DU POMMEREUX gave a fine account in the race of reference and will have more support this time around. (9) EAGLE WIND seldom lets the side down and can make amends for his recent sanction.
Useful when applied. Won over the long course before being sanctioned in next two but on better behaviour can get in on the action
Useful when applied. Won over the long course before being sanctioned in next two but on better behaviour can get in on the action
Not without merit but regularly under the stewards' scrutiny and unlikely to shake things up
Not without merit but regularly under the stewards' scrutiny and unlikely to shake things up
Sanctioned more often than not but talent not in doubt and can make his presence felt if he can keep his action together
Sanctioned more often than not but talent not in doubt and can make his presence felt if he can keep his action together
Good consistent type that always gives his best. Confirmed under these conditions but still has a lot more to find
Good consistent type that always gives his best. Confirmed under these conditions but still has a lot more to find
Moderate sort whose latest result flatters him. Faces some tough elements here and chances limited
Moderate sort whose latest result flatters him. Faces some tough elements here and chances limited
Seldom gets his nose in front but useful when applied. Goes first time unshod behind and will have his supporters
Seldom gets his nose in front but useful when applied. Goes first time unshod behind and will have his supporters
Showed decent aptitude last summer but unplaced in all three since and must raise his game
Showed decent aptitude last summer but unplaced in all three since and must raise his game
Not once out of the first two to date. Won with authority under these conditions last time and with just front shoes off on this occasion looks dangerous
Not once out of the first two to date. Won with authority under these conditions last time and with just front shoes off on this occasion looks dangerous
Quality individual making first start for 2.5 months but has hind shoes off for the occasion and can go close
Quality individual making first start for 2.5 months but has hind shoes off for the occasion and can go close
Serious type that has done nothing but impress under the saddle. Twice a winner over course and distance and expected to confirm
Serious type that has done nothing but impress under the saddle. Twice a winner over course and distance and expected to confirm
Delicate but bit devoid of ability. Thrashed in a Gr.2 though last time and even at this level looks to have his work cut out
Delicate but bit devoid of ability. Thrashed in a Gr.2 though last time and even at this level looks to have his work cut out
Good consistent servant with references on the short course. First time barefoot and should have a good hand to play
Good consistent servant with references on the short course. First time barefoot and should have a good hand to play
Winner of the last four races he has finished (10) FIRST MONTANA is unbeaten under these conditions and after thrashing the opposition late January looks eminently capable of repeating. The progressive (9) FAN DE PHYT'S has not been seen out since late November but races first time unshod behind and looks the closest threat. A revelation since switching code (8) FATOU is similarly sporting just front shoes and a repeat of his last performance would guarantee him a cheque. The consistent (12) FLYING HORSE races unshod all four following a spell and if fully fit will have his chances.
