Vincennes 13 January 2024
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Reliability not his thing but is better than recent performances would imply. Has yet to deliver on the main track but looks competitively well in on this occasion
Reliability not his thing but is better than recent performances would imply. Has yet to deliver on the main track but looks competitively well in on this occasion
Undeniably useful in the ridden code but bites off more than he can chew and can be ruled out
Undeniably useful in the ridden code but bites off more than he can chew and can be ruled out
Yet to open his monte account but is regularly thereabouts. Pitted against better this time though and chances slim
Yet to open his monte account but is regularly thereabouts. Pitted against better this time though and chances slim
Twice a winner under the saddle this winter but latest performance left a lot to be desired
Twice a winner under the saddle this winter but latest performance left a lot to be desired
Complicated mare but has talent in abundance. Is very hard to fault at present and, on good behaviour, should be assured a step on the podium
Complicated mare but has talent in abundance. Is very hard to fault at present and, on good behaviour, should be assured a step on the podium
Erratic under harness but significantly easier to trust in this branch of the business. Will be fit by now and, shod to preference, could pleasantly surprise
Erratic under harness but significantly easier to trust in this branch of the business. Will be fit by now and, shod to preference, could pleasantly surprise
Can trot but has never excelled in this category over the main track, and is not about to buck the trend
Can trot but has never excelled in this category over the main track, and is not about to buck the trend
Arguably not as sharp as she was this time last season but has started to show signs of a return to form and is not to be written off
Arguably not as sharp as she was this time last season but has started to show signs of a return to form and is not to be written off
Never far from losing his action but has decent references over 2175m here. Entrusted to a leading jockey this time and, while not a priority, is still not to be overlooked
Never far from losing his action but has decent references over 2175m here. Entrusted to a leading jockey this time and, while not a priority, is still not to be overlooked
Rarely far off the mark when he can stay in stride. Appreciates Vincennes and, in present shape, will be no soft touch
Rarely far off the mark when he can stay in stride. Appreciates Vincennes and, in present shape, will be no soft touch
Mare with quite the temperament but regularly picks up some prizemoney when applied, and will generate some interest
Mare with quite the temperament but regularly picks up some prizemoney when applied, and will generate some interest
Classy trotter that has won 4 of his last 5 appearances under the saddle. Has been climbing the class ladder in fine fashion and can make it 4-on-the-trot
Classy trotter that has won 4 of his last 5 appearances under the saddle. Has been climbing the class ladder in fine fashion and can make it 4-on-the-trot
Like a horse reborn over the past 2 months, HANDSOME BOY (12) gave a fine account to beat some better horses over track and trip a fortnight ago and looks set to pull off a 4-timer. Main opposition should logically take the form of a reinvigorated HOUARNEAU (10) who made short shrift of the opposition on Christmas Day, and HEURISTIQUE (5) who gave a decent account behind the favourite here late last month. HIRO DE L'ORMERIE (9) may not be cut from the same cloth but drops back in category and, with Eric Raffin in the saddle, can well make the frame this time.
Dependability not her thing. Pleasantly surprised behind IDOLE DELICE (2) but still has a lot more to find
Dependability not her thing. Pleasantly surprised behind IDOLE DELICE (2) but still has a lot more to find
As erratic as they come but is not devoid of ability. Pleased here earlier in the month but Raffin has nevertheless opted for another
As erratic as they come but is not devoid of ability. Pleased here earlier in the month but Raffin has nevertheless opted for another
Has merit but has yet to find her feet this winter and must first reaffirm
Has merit but has yet to find her feet this winter and must first reaffirm
Good, consistent mare that pleased over shorter here last time out but can expect to find the going a bit tougher this time around
Good, consistent mare that pleased over shorter here last time out but can expect to find the going a bit tougher this time around
Previously a decent sort but has been off the boil for some time and has no realistic chance
Previously a decent sort but has been off the boil for some time and has no realistic chance
Has ability in abundance but has never delivered here. Encouraged behind IDEALE DE LA COMTE (8) last month though, will be fresh for their reunion, and should prove a decent first-5 prospect
Has ability in abundance but has never delivered here. Encouraged behind IDEALE DE LA COMTE (8) last month though, will be fresh for their reunion, and should prove a decent first-5 prospect
Versatile sort that has been acquitting herself well at Vincennes over recent weeks. Raced better last time than the result would suggest and must not be underestimated
Versatile sort that has been acquitting herself well at Vincennes over recent weeks. Raced better last time than the result would suggest and must not be underestimated
Hardy individual that missed her first goal of the winter, but made amends next time out and, stepping marginally up in category, still looks a serious proposition
Hardy individual that missed her first goal of the winter, but made amends next time out and, stepping marginally up in category, still looks a serious proposition
Occasionally loses focus but has ample ability, is confirmed under these conditions and, with application, can challenge for a place on the podium
Occasionally loses focus but has ample ability, is confirmed under these conditions and, with application, can challenge for a place on the podium
Acquitted herself well under these conditions on penultimate start. Failed to confirm next time but is still not to be ruled out
Acquitted herself well under these conditions on penultimate start. Failed to confirm next time but is still not to be ruled out
Excelled last summer and autumn but looked very ordinary on comeback and appears to need another outing
Excelled last summer and autumn but looked very ordinary on comeback and appears to need another outing
Somewhat erratic but tends to go well when unshod. Has won twice over course and distance, is plainly in form, and returns to the harness code with a decent hand to play
Somewhat erratic but tends to go well when unshod. Has won twice over course and distance, is plainly in form, and returns to the harness code with a decent hand to play
Unremarkable type that has made little impact since placing at Enghien last summer and, even with modified shoeing, still looks an outsider
Unremarkable type that has made little impact since placing at Enghien last summer and, even with modified shoeing, still looks an outsider
Never the easiest of horses to gauge but pulled off a hat-trick before the break. Has just one run in her since though and, in this company, is not about to spring a surprise
Never the easiest of horses to gauge but pulled off a hat-trick before the break. Has just one run in her since though and, in this company, is not about to spring a surprise
Quality mare that won over track and trip last month. Has everything going her way this time and will be expected to confirm
Quality mare that won over track and trip last month. Has everything going her way this time and will be expected to confirm
A fine dual-discipline mare, INKY PERRINE (15) won smartly over course and distance last time under harness. Barefoot, and entrusted to Yoann Lebourgeois for the first time, she benefits from a superb entry and must be in with a realistic shout. That said, she will still be up against the revitalised IDEALE DE LA COMTE (8) who excels with Alexandre Abrivard in the sulky, and IPSIE DE LA LUNE (7) who has impressed in two of her last three here. INTERACTIVE (9) can prove a handful but has never disappointed in this configuration and has fine references over 2700m.
Fine campaigner in this branch of the game. Showed marked improvement over track and trip last month and, yet to disappoint in current configuration, is unlikely to be far from the action
Fine campaigner in this branch of the game. Showed marked improvement over track and trip last month and, yet to disappoint in current configuration, is unlikely to be far from the action
Not devoid of ability but has not produced the goods over recent months and must get his house in order
Not devoid of ability but has not produced the goods over recent months and must get his house in order
Better under the saddle at home in Scandinavia. Has not delivered in the monte code over the main track since July 2021 and others will be easier to support
Better under the saddle at home in Scandinavia. Has not delivered in the monte code over the main track since July 2021 and others will be easier to support
Seen more often in the provinces but is plainly enjoying a decent run of form. Is back on his preferred main track and could yet get a look in
Seen more often in the provinces but is plainly enjoying a decent run of form. Is back on his preferred main track and could yet get a look in
Not the most reliable of trotters but is no slouch when focused. Reassured in the race of reference but still has more to find
Not the most reliable of trotters but is no slouch when focused. Reassured in the race of reference but still has more to find
Hardy type that is clearly back at the top of his game. Untried over the long course but is an adaptable sort and should be in a position to apply the pressure on GAMIN D'ALJY (12)
Hardy type that is clearly back at the top of his game. Untried over the long course but is an adaptable sort and should be in a position to apply the pressure on GAMIN D'ALJY (12)
Moderate trotter that is arguably more performant over the inner course but beat GLADIATOR BOY (11) 2 months ago and will have his supporters
Moderate trotter that is arguably more performant over the inner course but beat GLADIATOR BOY (11) 2 months ago and will have his supporters
Competent sort that has climbed the class ladder in good order over recent months. Encouraged behind FASHION MAKER (1) last month and can make the first 5
Competent sort that has climbed the class ladder in good order over recent months. Encouraged behind FASHION MAKER (1) last month and can make the first 5
Productive over the final months of 2023 before being trounced here last month and, while not a priority, is still one to keep an eye on
Productive over the final months of 2023 before being trounced here last month and, while not a priority, is still one to keep an eye on
Unreliable but has solid references under harness. Debuts under the saddle in poor form though and can be ruled out
Unreliable but has solid references under harness. Debuts under the saddle in poor form though and can be ruled out
Just one blip on his formcard here this winter. A beaten 3rd here last time but will appreciate returning to the main track and can again trot his way onto the podium
Just one blip on his formcard here this winter. A beaten 3rd here last time but will appreciate returning to the main track and can again trot his way onto the podium
Has yet to get off the mark in the monte game but has evident ability and, if current form transitions, the race will be his for the taking
Has yet to get off the mark in the monte game but has evident ability and, if current form transitions, the race will be his for the taking
Unseen under the saddle for 11.5 months, although clearly capable in the code, GAMIN D'ALJY (12) is well-engaged here and, given current form, can finally open his monte account. Marine Beudard will nevertheless encounter resistance from the regular GAGNANT GEMA (6) who will be no easy touch if he takes to the main track profile, and the capable GLADIATOR BOY (11) who finished a place behind him here 3 weeks ago. FASHION MAKER (1) is the least-wealthy in the field, but not the least-talented, and his recent course-and-distance performance bodes well for his chances.
Useful at a lower level and is just making up the numbers here. Disregard
Useful at a lower level and is just making up the numbers here. Disregard
Unremarkable Italian mare that sprang quite the surprise here last month but a repeat seems particularly improbable
Unremarkable Italian mare that sprang quite the surprise here last month but a repeat seems particularly improbable
Good type that defied her odds in a Gr.1 under the saddle mid-December. Form is unlikely to transition though
Good type that defied her odds in a Gr.1 under the saddle mid-December. Form is unlikely to transition though
Superbly consistent Italian trotter that seldom puts a foot out of line. Trotted 5th to the favourite in the Gr.2 Prix Octave Douesnel last time out but, in this company, is unlikely to repeat
Superbly consistent Italian trotter that seldom puts a foot out of line. Trotted 5th to the favourite in the Gr.2 Prix Octave Douesnel last time out but, in this company, is unlikely to repeat
Astonishing 4th to JUSHUA TREE (15) last time out. Would prefer a shorter trip on this occasion but, in current condition, is hard to ignore
Astonishing 4th to JUSHUA TREE (15) last time out. Would prefer a shorter trip on this occasion but, in current condition, is hard to ignore
Quality nordic raider that pleased on his Vincennes debut before being denied a run in the big race. Will not have to pay the price of a bad draw this time and is expected to show marked improvement
Quality nordic raider that pleased on his Vincennes debut before being denied a run in the big race. Will not have to pay the price of a bad draw this time and is expected to show marked improvement
Useful sort that won at this level 2 years ago but is out of his depth here
Useful sort that won at this level 2 years ago but is out of his depth here
Took his game to a new level last season. Will appreciate a return to 2850m after failing to place behind JUSHUA TREE (15) recently and, reverting to a proven configuration, will not be going home empty-handed
Took his game to a new level last season. Will appreciate a return to 2850m after failing to place behind JUSHUA TREE (15) recently and, reverting to a proven configuration, will not be going home empty-handed
Never far from faulting but otherwise seldom disappoints. Tenacious 5th in the Criterium and, while untested over 2850m here, still looks competitively well in
Never far from faulting but otherwise seldom disappoints. Tenacious 5th in the Criterium and, while untested over 2850m here, still looks competitively well in
Has excellent references at home in Sweden but has yet to come good since travelling south and can be passed over
Has excellent references at home in Sweden but has yet to come good since travelling south and can be passed over
Gives a good account for the most part but appears to have come off the boil and, even with Eric Raffin back in the sulky, looks to have his work cut out
Gives a good account for the most part but appears to have come off the boil and, even with Eric Raffin back in the sulky, looks to have his work cut out
Hardy element that seldom makes the running, which will prove an issue this time. Has evident class but, in present shape, is not about to spring a surprise
Hardy element that seldom makes the running, which will prove an issue this time. Has evident class but, in present shape, is not about to spring a surprise
Gave a surprisingly good account in the race of reference despite being better over these longer trips. Unlikely to open his 2024 account but is certainly not going to be available at 126/1 this time around
Gave a surprisingly good account in the race of reference despite being better over these longer trips. Unlikely to open his 2024 account but is certainly not going to be available at 126/1 this time around
Fine trotter in both codes, but better under the saddle. Stays shod and has other priorities
Fine trotter in both codes, but better under the saddle. Stays shod and has other priorities
Needs no introduction. Quite simply the leader of his generation, is at the top of his game and, shod to preference, will be able to wrap this up
Needs no introduction. Quite simply the leader of his generation, is at the top of his game and, shod to preference, will be able to wrap this up
Classy mare that has done nothing but excel over recent months but races shod this time and unlikely to shake things up
Classy mare that has done nothing but excel over recent months but races shod this time and unlikely to shake things up
Talented sort with references at the highest level under these conditions. Failed to fire last time out but would not be here if Philippe Allaire was not confident of a big run
Talented sort with references at the highest level under these conditions. Failed to fire last time out but would not be here if Philippe Allaire was not confident of a big run
Excellent Swedish raider that did not disgrace herself in the Criterium. Goes barefoot this time and, although untried beyond 2640m, still looks a decent place prospect
Excellent Swedish raider that did not disgrace herself in the Criterium. Goes barefoot this time and, although untried beyond 2640m, still looks a decent place prospect
Consistently-performant and unbeaten under these conditions, JUSHUA TREE (15) makes his first appearance since winning the Criterium Continental on Christmas Eve and, hind shoes off, will take all the beating. Sixth that day, despite being considerably better over longer, J'AIME LE FOOT (13) must be considered a player, as should previous leader of his generation, JUST A GIGOLO (17) who will be out to make amends for his recent flop. Unplaced when shod in the race of reference, Swedish Derby winner JOVIALITY (SWE) (18) is barefoot for the first time in Paris and must be afforded considerable respect.
Undeniably capable but has just one run in her since the break and is unlikely to be pressed hard
Undeniably capable but has just one run in her since the break and is unlikely to be pressed hard
Regularly in the thick of things, and William Bigeon's horses are going well, but will need to improve on last Monday's performance
Regularly in the thick of things, and William Bigeon's horses are going well, but will need to improve on last Monday's performance
Occasionally tricky but is an honest trotter. Opened her Vincennes account last November, but has twice failed to confirm and others easier to back
Occasionally tricky but is an honest trotter. Opened her Vincennes account last November, but has twice failed to confirm and others easier to back
Regularly object of the stewards' scrutiny but can trot. Showed improvement for Eric Raffin a fortnight ago but still looks to have too much to do
Regularly object of the stewards' scrutiny but can trot. Showed improvement for Eric Raffin a fortnight ago but still looks to have too much to do
Not without merit but consistency is an issue. Lacklustre last time out and, even racing barefoot, will struggle to make much of an impact
Not without merit but consistency is an issue. Lacklustre last time out and, even racing barefoot, will struggle to make much of an impact
Unexceptional filly with no particular love for the main track and can be confidently ruled out
Unexceptional filly with no particular love for the main track and can be confidently ruled out
Blows hot and cold but her talent is not in question. Won under these conditions mid-December and the new configuration should help to place her in the first 3
Blows hot and cold but her talent is not in question. Won under these conditions mid-December and the new configuration should help to place her in the first 3
Honest sort that has taken well to Vincennes conditions. Progresses with every run and it would be no surprise to see her challenge for a spot in the frame
Honest sort that has taken well to Vincennes conditions. Progresses with every run and it would be no surprise to see her challenge for a spot in the frame
Improving type that set her personal best in victory here a fortnight ago. Takes on better this time but is first-time barefoot and can repeat
Improving type that set her personal best in victory here a fortnight ago. Takes on better this time but is first-time barefoot and can repeat
Demonstrated significant ability early last season but struggled once stepped up in class. Showed her form under the saddle last time but, even racing unshod all 4, still represents no more than a minor place prospect
Demonstrated significant ability early last season but struggled once stepped up in class. Showed her form under the saddle last time but, even racing unshod all 4, still represents no more than a minor place prospect
Serious filly that goes over any trip. Has 2 races under her belt since the layoff and, first time barefoot, can make this her own
Serious filly that goes over any trip. Has 2 races under her belt since the layoff and, first time barefoot, can make this her own
Superb for much of last season before twice losing her action here, but did reassure last time out. Has freshness on her side, hind shoes off for the first time, Alexandre Abrivard back in the sulky, and will not be far from the action
Superb for much of last season before twice losing her action here, but did reassure last time out. Has freshness on her side, hind shoes off for the first time, Alexandre Abrivard back in the sulky, and will not be far from the action
Not the easiest of horses to trust but did win here 2 months ago. Will not be inconvenienced by the drop in trip, and racing barefoot will only work to her advantage
Not the easiest of horses to trust but did win here 2 months ago. Will not be inconvenienced by the drop in trip, and racing barefoot will only work to her advantage
Competent trotter that imposed on comeback before racing respectably on main-track debut. Shoes on again and will struggle against the newly-unshod opposition
Competent trotter that imposed on comeback before racing respectably on main-track debut. Shoes on again and will struggle against the newly-unshod opposition
Just the one victory to her name but has kept improving over recent months and, sporting a new configuration, is unlikely to disappoint
Just the one victory to her name but has kept improving over recent months and, sporting a new configuration, is unlikely to disappoint
Justifiably well-regarded at home, KANAILLE DES ECUS (11) can still tie herself in knots, but is better than most here; she goes barefoot this time and can impose if Yoann Lebourgeois keeps her trotting. KEYRA DE CAREL (9) has, however, won 2 of her last 3, including over course a distance, and similarly barefoot for the occasion, will be no pushover. KOKINE JABA (7) has turned a corner since starting to race with pads, but will be more competitive with hind shoes off, and can again figure prominently. Although winless since last May, KIPHYLE DESBOIS (8) is clearly close to her race and, while unlikely to impose, can still put on a good show.
Encouraged behind KOOL AND THE GANG (15) last time out before being dominated in the Prix de Mansle and can be confidently passed over
Encouraged behind KOOL AND THE GANG (15) last time out before being dominated in the Prix de Mansle and can be confidently passed over
Capable Italian colt making his first appearance for new trainer. First time unshod all 4 but others still preferred
Capable Italian colt making his first appearance for new trainer. First time unshod all 4 but others still preferred
Pleased in a similar event last March but has failed to make the grade here since and, even racing barefoot, can expect to have too much to do
Pleased in a similar event last March but has failed to make the grade here since and, even racing barefoot, can expect to have too much to do
Has merit, and most recently trotted 4th to KEENAN DE JOUDES (12), but looks properly outclassed this time around
Has merit, and most recently trotted 4th to KEENAN DE JOUDES (12), but looks properly outclassed this time around
After struggling during the autumn, she has since reassured with a tight win over track and trip earlier in the month. Steps up in category but still warrants respect
After struggling during the autumn, she has since reassured with a tight win over track and trip earlier in the month. Steps up in category but still warrants respect
Failed last season to make good on his 2 year-old promise and, shod for re-entry, will have few friends
Failed last season to make good on his 2 year-old promise and, shod for re-entry, will have few friends
Capable transalpine raider that produced a courageous effort last time out and will not be available at 89/1 on this occasion. Chance
Capable transalpine raider that produced a courageous effort last time out and will not be available at 89/1 on this occasion. Chance
Demonstrated significant aptitude in the first half of last year, but subsequently went off the boil. Would have finished close last time though had he stayed in stride and, unshod behind on this occasion, can redeem himself
Demonstrated significant aptitude in the first half of last year, but subsequently went off the boil. Would have finished close last time though had he stayed in stride and, unshod behind on this occasion, can redeem himself
Quality Swedish visitor that struggled in the latter stages of last season. Was not disgraced last time out but still has more to find
Quality Swedish visitor that struggled in the latter stages of last season. Was not disgraced last time out but still has more to find
Good consistent Italian import that seldom disappoints. Unbeaten in 3 starts with hind shoes off and, barefoot for the first time, is not incapable of springing a surprise
Good consistent Italian import that seldom disappoints. Unbeaten in 3 starts with hind shoes off and, barefoot for the first time, is not incapable of springing a surprise
Colt with bags of ability but has struggled to express himself lately. Races first time unshod all 4 though and is not to be underestimated
Colt with bags of ability but has struggled to express himself lately. Races first time unshod all 4 though and is not to be underestimated
One of the most consistent horses in the field, but takes on some tougher elements this time and unlikely to spring any surprises
One of the most consistent horses in the field, but takes on some tougher elements this time and unlikely to spring any surprises
Fine servant that appears to be close to his best. Left a good impression in the Prix de Mansle and will again be competitive for a place on the podium
Fine servant that appears to be close to his best. Left a good impression in the Prix de Mansle and will again be competitive for a place on the podium
Undeniably capable but has yet to convince since coming to France. Is barefoot this time however and will be one to watch
Undeniably capable but has yet to convince since coming to France. Is barefoot this time however and will be one to watch
Progressive colt of considerable class that did not enjoy the best of fortune here last month. Has had time to get his house in order, races without shoes this time, and can set the record straight
Progressive colt of considerable class that did not enjoy the best of fortune here last month. Has had time to get his house in order, races without shoes this time, and can set the record straight
An important rendez-vous for a host of these and, for many it is a re-run of last November's Gr.3 Prix de Chateau-Thierry which KOOL AND THE GANG (15) made short work of. He did not enjoy much luck the following month in the Gr.3 Prix de Mansle but, with more focus, should have the advantage of ERNEST JET (7) who finished runner-up that day. Course-and-distance winner late-November, KAPORAL DES FORGES (13) trotted a good 4th in the Mansle but, shoes off this time around, looks a major player. The able KAVIARISSIME (11) is similarly first-time barefoot and is unlikely to be far off the mark.
Never far from losing her action but is otherwise very hard to knock. Shoes on for re-entry though and best to hold off
Never far from losing her action but is otherwise very hard to knock. Shoes on for re-entry though and best to hold off
Well-travelled Italian sort that won over course and distance last February but, in this company, can expect to have too much to do
Well-travelled Italian sort that won over course and distance last February but, in this company, can expect to have too much to do
Fine servant, notably when barefoot. Stays shod for first start of the year though and others preferred this time
Fine servant, notably when barefoot. Stays shod for first start of the year though and others preferred this time
Another good William Bigeon-trained runner of considerable talent. Shod for re-entry though and can be passed over
Another good William Bigeon-trained runner of considerable talent. Shod for re-entry though and can be passed over
Classy Swedish import that has yet to take prove herself at Vincennes. Had gas in the tank when sanctioned here last time though and, on better behaviour, can pleasantly surprise
Classy Swedish import that has yet to take prove herself at Vincennes. Had gas in the tank when sanctioned here last time though and, on better behaviour, can pleasantly surprise
Tough individual that was by no means disgraced in a Gr.3 on her Vincennes debut. Comes here fresh and is not one to be underestimated
Tough individual that was by no means disgraced in a Gr.3 on her Vincennes debut. Comes here fresh and is not one to be underestimated
Yet to prove herself since coming to France but will be fully fit by now and, barefoot with Gabriele Gelormini reining, looks the main threat to BANGLA D'ESI (14)
Yet to prove herself since coming to France but will be fully fit by now and, barefoot with Gabriele Gelormini reining, looks the main threat to BANGLA D'ESI (14)
Has not won since the spring but is a very capable mare. Specifically prepared for this, she returns to racing unshod behind and can make the frame this time
Has not won since the spring but is a very capable mare. Specifically prepared for this, she returns to racing unshod behind and can make the frame this time
Serious sort that seldom disappoints when unshod. Finished a place behind IDYLLE EXPRESS (13) last time out and, even in the absence of Alexandre Abrivard, can still pick up a cheque
Serious sort that seldom disappoints when unshod. Finished a place behind IDYLLE EXPRESS (13) last time out and, even in the absence of Alexandre Abrivard, can still pick up a cheque
Won a good race here this time last year, but has placed just once since, and will have few friends
Won a good race here this time last year, but has placed just once since, and will have few friends
Justifiably well-regarded mare that hardly put a foot wrong last season. Finished ahead of GLOBAL YANKEE (7) last time out and will have her supporters
Justifiably well-regarded mare that hardly put a foot wrong last season. Finished ahead of GLOBAL YANKEE (7) last time out and will have her supporters
Faithful servant that seldom goes home empty-handed. Unraced since early-November however and, shod for the occasion, is best to wait
Faithful servant that seldom goes home empty-handed. Unraced since early-November however and, shod for the occasion, is best to wait
Sanctioned in 2 of last 3 but has buckets of talent and boasts fine Vincennes credentials. Lost her action last month when full of running but Raffin knows what makes her tick and will be out to set the record straight. Minor place chance
Sanctioned in 2 of last 3 but has buckets of talent and boasts fine Vincennes credentials. Lost her action last month when full of running but Raffin knows what makes her tick and will be out to set the record straight. Minor place chance
Can prove a handful but benefits from a good entry, is at the top of her game, and can wrap this up if she stays in stride
Can prove a handful but benefits from a good entry, is at the top of her game, and can wrap this up if she stays in stride
Competent trotter with solid references at this level. Very unlucky last time out but has had time to freshen up and, if race-fit, is not incapable of spoiling the party
Competent trotter with solid references at this level. Very unlucky last time out but has had time to freshen up and, if race-fit, is not incapable of spoiling the party
Unexceptional type that went into her break on a low note and has picked up where she left off
Unexceptional type that went into her break on a low note and has picked up where she left off
A tricky character she may be but there is no doubting the form of BANGLA D'ESI (14) who romped home over track and trip late last month and, stepping back up in category, still looks the pick of the field. Alexandre Abrivard is nonetheless going to keep a watchful eye on good nordic raider, GLOBAL YANKEE (7), who is barefoot for her first objective of the new year, and HAITIAN FIGHT SONG (8) who is shod to preference after a decent freshener behind the favourite a fortnight ago. RIET HAZELAAR (6) has not been seen out for almost 2 months but has Bjorn Goop in the wagon and the drop in class will only work to her advantage.
Honest mare that always tries hard but tends to show more at a lower level and is unlikely to garner much support
Honest mare that always tries hard but tends to show more at a lower level and is unlikely to garner much support
Not devoid of ability but bites off more than he can chew here and will have few takers
Not devoid of ability but bites off more than he can chew here and will have few takers
None other than last year's Gr.1 Prix de Paris runner-up. Went into his spell on a decent note but has not been seen out for over 2 months and is expected to need the race
None other than last year's Gr.1 Prix de Paris runner-up. Went into his spell on a decent note but has not been seen out for over 2 months and is expected to need the race
Dynamic this time last year and excels over 2700m. Is clearly back at her best and, even though in better company this time, still looks a player
Dynamic this time last year and excels over 2700m. Is clearly back at her best and, even though in better company this time, still looks a player
Good class of horse in the monte discipline. Here for reasons of conditioning and will pose no danger
Good class of horse in the monte discipline. Here for reasons of conditioning and will pose no danger
Competent type with solid references under these conditions. Encouraged behind GOELAND D'HAUFOR (7) on penultimate outing but still represents no more than a minor place prospect
Competent type with solid references under these conditions. Encouraged behind GOELAND D'HAUFOR (7) on penultimate outing but still represents no more than a minor place prospect
Reliability not his strong suit but can trot when focused, and has references in this class. Back at a more suitable distance and is expected to improve on his latest effort
Reliability not his strong suit but can trot when focused, and has references in this class. Back at a more suitable distance and is expected to improve on his latest effort
Went through a rough patch late-summer but since came good with 3 straight frame-finishes in decent company and can bring the fight to HAPPY VALLEY (13)
Went through a rough patch late-summer but since came good with 3 straight frame-finishes in decent company and can bring the fight to HAPPY VALLEY (13)
Fine provincial trotter with excellent Gr.3 credentials. Disappointed last time out but will be fresh and, returning to his preferred configuration, should get straight back in the game
Fine provincial trotter with excellent Gr.3 credentials. Disappointed last time out but will be fresh and, returning to his preferred configuration, should get straight back in the game
Complicated but is preparing for a campaign under the saddle and can be ruled out
Complicated but is preparing for a campaign under the saddle and can be ruled out
Produced some fine efforts this time last season but has been less performant over recent months. With some luck in running though, can get a look in
Produced some fine efforts this time last season but has been less performant over recent months. With some luck in running though, can get a look in
Tough element that took his game to a new level late last season. Is better than his recent effort would suggest and has a realistic chance of trotting his way onto the podium this time
Tough element that took his game to a new level late last season. Is better than his recent effort would suggest and has a realistic chance of trotting his way onto the podium this time
Has not won since July but is a fine servant for the most part. Impressive in her last 2 in this category and can bring home the bacon this time around
Has not won since July but is a fine servant for the most part. Impressive in her last 2 in this category and can bring home the bacon this time around
Seldom disappointing at this level of competition, HAPPY VALLEY (13) gave a fine account of herself here a fortnight ago and, simply superb over 2700m, will be a tough nut to crack. Jean-Philippe Dubois is unlikely to find this all plane sailing though given how well FAKIR DE MAHEY (8) has been comporting himself in exalted company recently. Second overall in the GNT last season, HORACE DU GOUTIER (9) has nothing to prove in this class and, shod to preference this time, can make up for his flop in last month's Final. Winner of a provincial Gr.3 immediately followed by a Gr.2 last autumn, GASPAR DE BRION (12) looks more competitive than he did in the Prix Jean Boillereau here in early-December.
Capable sort that showed improvement behind LIPANGA DE GUEZ (6) early-December and, while not a leading contender, will still not be sent out at 34/1 on this occasion
Capable sort that showed improvement behind LIPANGA DE GUEZ (6) early-December and, while not a leading contender, will still not be sent out at 34/1 on this occasion
Sanctioned on debut before trouncing the opposition on the short course earlier in the month. Pitted against better this time, but will have come own for the run, and should not be overlooked
Sanctioned on debut before trouncing the opposition on the short course earlier in the month. Pitted against better this time, but will have come own for the run, and should not be overlooked
Has shown decent aptitude but, in this category, can expect to be outclassed
Has shown decent aptitude but, in this category, can expect to be outclassed
Got off the mark at Cabourg late last month but has yet to show much liking for Vincennes and others preferred
Got off the mark at Cabourg late last month but has yet to show much liking for Vincennes and others preferred
Showed early promise but has since shown the limits of her capacity and is unlikely to spring a surprise
Showed early promise but has since shown the limits of her capacity and is unlikely to spring a surprise
Still rather green but can trot. Is confirmed over the main track, is plainly in excellent condition and, with application, can pleasantly surprise
Still rather green but can trot. Is confirmed over the main track, is plainly in excellent condition and, with application, can pleasantly surprise
Handy sort with consistency on her side. Is proven on the main track and can figure prominently if Franck Nivard gets her off on the right foot
Handy sort with consistency on her side. Is proven on the main track and can figure prominently if Franck Nivard gets her off on the right foot
Struggled early on but has quite evidently come into herself. Acquitted herself well in better company last time out and will not go down easily
Struggled early on but has quite evidently come into herself. Acquitted herself well in better company last time out and will not go down easily
Demonstrated excellent aptitude during the summer before coming off the boil. Steps back up in category, although in relatively modest company, and has a reasonable chance of trotting her way into the frame
Demonstrated excellent aptitude during the summer before coming off the boil. Steps back up in category, although in relatively modest company, and has a reasonable chance of trotting her way into the frame
Promising filly that has shown considerable versatility. Should take well to the long course profile and can get 2024 off to a victorious start
Promising filly that has shown considerable versatility. Should take well to the long course profile and can get 2024 off to a victorious start
Unlikely ever to be afforded a better entry, LILI DRY (10) makes her first appearance on the main track after twice going close on the short course, and looks eminently capable of securing a maiden Vincennes success. David Thomain will still be justifiably wary of the improving LA JOIE DE VIVRE (8), who has turned a corner over the past month. LOURGA (9) is no star but, in this company, will have a decent chance of making the frame. Although sanctioned as often as not, LIPANGA DE GUEZ (6) has nonetheless earned the right to be considered a player.
