Vincennes 15 September 2023
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Faithful campaigner that has enjoyed a fruitful summer. Pleased on his only start over track and trip and the hat-trick is not out of the question
Faithful campaigner that has enjoyed a fruitful summer. Pleased on his only start over track and trip and the hat-trick is not out of the question
Acquits himself well for the most part when barefoot. Impressive at Cabourg last time and steps up in category with legitimate ambition
Acquits himself well for the most part when barefoot. Impressive at Cabourg last time and steps up in category with legitimate ambition
Quality element that consistently gives his best. Not as sharp last time out but has solid Vincennes references and can make the frame this time
Quality element that consistently gives his best. Not as sharp last time out but has solid Vincennes references and can make the frame this time
Has demonstrated very good consistency since the spring. Takes a notable step up in class but benefits from a fine entry and can play a small role
Has demonstrated very good consistency since the spring. Takes a notable step up in class but benefits from a fine entry and can play a small role
Impressive for the most part this summer but somewhat below-par in last two. Shod to preference this time though and can start to make amends
Impressive for the most part this summer but somewhat below-par in last two. Shod to preference this time though and can start to make amends
Modest individual that pleased in an amateur event here before the break. Is barefoot for 2nd start back, with Lebourgeois in the sulky, but still no more than a minor place chance
Modest individual that pleased in an amateur event here before the break. Is barefoot for 2nd start back, with Lebourgeois in the sulky, but still no more than a minor place chance
Fine servant with nothing to prove either at this level or at Vincennes. Is barefoot for the occasion after one return run and looks the principal danger to HELLO SPORT (9)
Fine servant with nothing to prove either at this level or at Vincennes. Is barefoot for the occasion after one return run and looks the principal danger to HELLO SPORT (9)
No slouch on a good day but has better prospects in the other code and can be ruled out
No slouch on a good day but has better prospects in the other code and can be ruled out
Tough type that won an Enghien Class A last time out, putting to bed recent doubts. Takes a small dip in category and, with form maintained, can confirm
Tough type that won an Enghien Class A last time out, putting to bed recent doubts. Takes a small dip in category and, with form maintained, can confirm
Has made no impression on the track for 17 months and is not about to change his ways
Has made no impression on the track for 17 months and is not about to change his ways
Not the most dependable of trotters but defied her odds at Cabourg 3 weeks ago and, in similar shape, can get a look in
Not the most dependable of trotters but defied her odds at Cabourg 3 weeks ago and, in similar shape, can get a look in
The principal protagonists both start on the back line here and there is little separating them. Simply superb when barefoot and focused, HELLO SPORT (9) showed his form at Enghien and, behind in earnings, looks a marginally better option than the good HOBBES (7) who is barefoot this time around. 25m better off and clearly in excellent shape, HORATIUS D'ELA (2) can play a prominent role, if applied. HESCORT LOVE (3) won two of his last three, also breaks in front, and the short breather will stand him in good stead.
Respectable at home in Italy but showed the limits of her capacity at Enghien last month and has no realistic chance
Respectable at home in Italy but showed the limits of her capacity at Enghien last month and has no realistic chance
Useful when applied but is not cut out for this class and will have little to offer
Useful when applied but is not cut out for this class and will have little to offer
Modest individual that has done little of note for some time and can be ruled out
Modest individual that has done little of note for some time and can be ruled out
Has shown a different side since returning to racing with front pads. Faces a tougher bunch here but is on a superb run of form and is not incapable of making it 4 in a row
Has shown a different side since returning to racing with front pads. Faces a tougher bunch here but is on a superb run of form and is not incapable of making it 4 in a row
Can prove a handful but is a decent mare. Endured some bad luck here recently but Raffin maintains faith and should set the record straight
Can prove a handful but is a decent mare. Endured some bad luck here recently but Raffin maintains faith and should set the record straight
A model of consistency since the spring. Arguably better going clockwise but current form can make up for that particular shortfall
A model of consistency since the spring. Arguably better going clockwise but current form can make up for that particular shortfall
Like a horse reborn since starting to race barefoot. Has considerably more in her and can win a race of this nature
Like a horse reborn since starting to race barefoot. Has considerably more in her and can win a race of this nature
Not the easiest of horses to handle but has an abundance of talent. Has won here and, on good behaviour, should not be far from the action
Not the easiest of horses to handle but has an abundance of talent. Has won here and, on good behaviour, should not be far from the action
Was on a good run of form until flopping at Cabourg mid-August. If more at her ease here though, can get a look in
Was on a good run of form until flopping at Cabourg mid-August. If more at her ease here though, can get a look in
Enjoyed a decent streak earlier in the summer but has been disappointing since and will have few takers
Enjoyed a decent streak earlier in the summer but has been disappointing since and will have few takers
Seldom disappoints when unshod. Presently in fine shape and, although stepping marginally up in category, can still make her presence felt
Seldom disappoints when unshod. Presently in fine shape and, although stepping marginally up in category, can still make her presence felt
Not the sharpest of horses these days but acquitted herself respectably over track and trip two weeks ago and is expected to give another honest account
Not the sharpest of horses these days but acquitted herself respectably over track and trip two weeks ago and is expected to give another honest account
Won 5 on the trot in the space of a month. Aims higher this time and has no love for Vincennes but, in current form, is hard to ignore
Won 5 on the trot in the space of a month. Aims higher this time and has no love for Vincennes but, in current form, is hard to ignore
A number in contention for this competitive event, and the most tentative of nods goes to the reinvigorated ILONA DE NERET (7) who looks marginally better than IVORY WIND (4) who makes her Vincennes debut on a 4-timer. Although yet to impress at Vincennes, ISTRIA (13) returns to the capital off the back of 5 straight wins and must be taken seriously. Three times a winner in her last 5 starts, IBIZA DE CONNEE (5) was not the luckiest here a fortnight ago and is more than capable of redeeming herself.
Has obvious ability but yet to get off the mark. Barefoot for the occasion and the Raffin-factor must not be ignored
Has obvious ability but yet to get off the mark. Barefoot for the occasion and the Raffin-factor must not be ignored
Not the most reliable horse here but has references under similar conditions and, if fully fit, can get a look in
Not the most reliable horse here but has references under similar conditions and, if fully fit, can get a look in
Course-and-distance winner late last month, setting her personal best. Well-placed in front, is barefoot again and should not disappoint
Course-and-distance winner late last month, setting her personal best. Well-placed in front, is barefoot again and should not disappoint
Won over track and trip last June but somewhat lacklustre over longer recently. Benefits from a super engagement though and, from the 4-spot, will have her chances
Won over track and trip last June but somewhat lacklustre over longer recently. Benefits from a super engagement though and, from the 4-spot, will have her chances
Twice a winner here earlier in the year, including under these conditions. Showed her form earlier this month and, with application, will take some beating
Twice a winner here earlier in the year, including under these conditions. Showed her form earlier this month and, with application, will take some beating
Has yet to replicate last season's form and, even though having reassured last time out, still looks a ranks outsider
Has yet to replicate last season's form and, even though having reassured last time out, still looks a ranks outsider
Has taken superbly to racing barefoot. Yet to discover the Vincennes main track but looks eminently up to the task
Has taken superbly to racing barefoot. Yet to discover the Vincennes main track but looks eminently up to the task
Modest individual still chasing that elusive first win and, in current form, is not about to surprise
Modest individual still chasing that elusive first win and, in current form, is not about to surprise
Enjoying something of a renaissance since starting to race barefoot. Was a little one-paced at Enghien last time but will still have her supporters
Enjoying something of a renaissance since starting to race barefoot. Was a little one-paced at Enghien last time but will still have her supporters
Unremarkable filly that sprang quite the surprise in the race of reference but a repeat looks distinctly unlikely
Unremarkable filly that sprang quite the surprise in the race of reference but a repeat looks distinctly unlikely
Unexceptional filly that has been off the boil all year and can be confidently disregarded
Unexceptional filly that has been off the boil all year and can be confidently disregarded
Not the most dependable but solid in 2 of last 3. Modified shoeing for the occasion but has never impressed going left-handed and others preferred
Not the most dependable but solid in 2 of last 3. Modified shoeing for the occasion but has never impressed going left-handed and others preferred
Tricky character but is not without merit. Competitively shod for first objective of the season and, with Alexandre Abrivard in the wagon, will not be far off the mark
Tricky character but is not without merit. Competitively shod for first objective of the season and, with Alexandre Abrivard in the wagon, will not be far off the mark
Useful but can prove a handful. Reassured behind JOLIE SMART (3) though three weeks ago and, despite the draw, can still pick up some prizemoney
Useful but can prove a handful. Reassured behind JOLIE SMART (3) though three weeks ago and, despite the draw, can still pick up some prizemoney
Has looked somewhat ordinary since winning at Meslay earlier in the summer and, drawn poorly, is unlikely to shake things up
Has looked somewhat ordinary since winning at Meslay earlier in the summer and, drawn poorly, is unlikely to shake things up
A model of consistency, with monte references here. Is clearly in form but has been handed a tough draw and is not an obvious choice
A model of consistency, with monte references here. Is clearly in form but has been handed a tough draw and is not an obvious choice
Clearly capable but still somewhat temperamental, JABBAH BUISSONAY (5) caught the eye at Rambouillet, has previously won over course and distance, and is ideally-placed to win this. The useful JOLIE SMART (3) latterly won a similar event here and will be no soft touch, as did JALENDRA DE MALAC (4) who should logically make up for her recent disappointment here. JYLVIE DE GUEUDE (1) debuts for her new trainer and, with Eric Raffin in the sulky, will be afforded every chance.
Still going strong aged 10. Has been acquitting himself in good company lately and has every chance of trotting his way onto the podium
Still going strong aged 10. Has been acquitting himself in good company lately and has every chance of trotting his way onto the podium
Good class of trotter that sprang quite the surprise at La Capelle recently. Has references at a marginally lower level but Raffin in the irons and must be respected
Good class of trotter that sprang quite the surprise at La Capelle recently. Has references at a marginally lower level but Raffin in the irons and must be respected
Group-winning mare but has done nothing noteworthy since the spring and, even though barefoot this time, still looks an outsider
Group-winning mare but has done nothing noteworthy since the spring and, even though barefoot this time, still looks an outsider
Monte debutant with decent references under harness, but takes on some good elements this time and can expect to have his work cut out
Monte debutant with decent references under harness, but takes on some good elements this time and can expect to have his work cut out
Quality trotter with a remarkable record in current shoeing configuration. Should be at peak fitness and looks the obvious choice
Quality trotter with a remarkable record in current shoeing configuration. Should be at peak fitness and looks the obvious choice
Consistently competitive in the monte code. Takes a big drop down the class ladder and will be no soft touch
Consistently competitive in the monte code. Takes a big drop down the class ladder and will be no soft touch
Has made absolutely no impact in either code for an extended period and can be written off
Has made absolutely no impact in either code for an extended period and can be written off
Not the most reliable horse here but can trot. Takes a dip in category and, with her mind on the game, should acquit herself honourably
Not the most reliable horse here but can trot. Takes a dip in category and, with her mind on the game, should acquit herself honourably
Blows hot and cold but has won at a superior level. Has three runs under his belt and, barefoot this time, will not be far from the action
Blows hot and cold but has won at a superior level. Has three runs under his belt and, barefoot this time, will not be far from the action
Undeniably capable but has struggled this term. Benefits from a short breather though and, barefoot this time, can get a look in
Undeniably capable but has struggled this term. Benefits from a short breather though and, barefoot this time, can get a look in
Faithful servant for the most part under the saddle. In exalted company this time but should still give an honest account
Faithful servant for the most part under the saddle. In exalted company this time but should still give an honest account
Tends to show more at a lower level in this branch of the game and present form does little to inspire confidence
Tends to show more at a lower level in this branch of the game and present form does little to inspire confidence
Has very good monte credentials but, barring a lone claiming win, has been disappointing this summer and can be passed over
Has very good monte credentials but, barring a lone claiming win, has been disappointing this summer and can be passed over
Simply dynamic in this branch of the business, and with nothing to prove under these conditions, ESPACE WINNER (5) makes his much-awaited comeback and, competitively-shod, can get straight down to business. Alexandre Abrivard will nevertheless expect to encounter resistance from FRENCH WAY OF LIFE (6) who drops back in class after a respectable Gr.2 performance. Course-and-distance winner in late spring, DAHLIA DU PONT (1) has done nothing but improve lately and backs up with every chance of making the frame. Established in this code and, most recently 4th in a Gr.2 under harness, SELF EXPLOSIVE (2) is not one to be underestimated with Eric Raffin in the saddle.
Delicate but talented type that has struggled since being stepped up in class. Just 2nd start back and no threat
Delicate but talented type that has struggled since being stepped up in class. Just 2nd start back and no threat
Has shown a marked change in form since the brief summer spell. Returns to racing with pads and will have her chances
Has shown a marked change in form since the brief summer spell. Returns to racing with pads and will have her chances
Looks to have a better future in the claiming division and can be ruled out
Looks to have a better future in the claiming division and can be ruled out
Has some ability and acquitted herself well here late last month, but looks more a minor place prospect this time around
Has some ability and acquitted herself well here late last month, but looks more a minor place prospect this time around
Kicked the summer off well but has found the going tough in Paris and chances slim
Kicked the summer off well but has found the going tough in Paris and chances slim
In the frame in 3 of last 4 and latterly at the venue. Looks competitively well in here and can give KASSIOPEE WIND (12) a run for her money
In the frame in 3 of last 4 and latterly at the venue. Looks competitively well in here and can give KASSIOPEE WIND (12) a run for her money
Has started to come into herself over recent weeks. In better company after a pair of good wins and, with a leading driver at the helm, is expected to put on another good showing
Has started to come into herself over recent weeks. In better company after a pair of good wins and, with a leading driver at the helm, is expected to put on another good showing
Filly with a lot of potential but has not been seen out for 4 months and will need the race
Filly with a lot of potential but has not been seen out for 4 months and will need the race
Decent filly that occasionally loses her action but her form is not in doubt and can play a prominent role if Alexandre Abrivard keeps her trotting
Decent filly that occasionally loses her action but her form is not in doubt and can play a prominent role if Alexandre Abrivard keeps her trotting
Honest filly that seldom disappoints. Unlikely to spring any surprises but can still compete for a spot in the first 5
Honest filly that seldom disappoints. Unlikely to spring any surprises but can still compete for a spot in the first 5
Has shown decent aptitude in the provinces. Faces a more difficult task this time around, but is fitted with hind pads, and will generate some interest
Has shown decent aptitude in the provinces. Faces a more difficult task this time around, but is fitted with hind pads, and will generate some interest
Good class of filly dropping back in distance after a decent first appearance racing left-handed. 4 pads fitted this time and can return to winning ways
Good class of filly dropping back in distance after a decent first appearance racing left-handed. 4 pads fitted this time and can return to winning ways
Improving sort making her left-handed debut. Hind pads on but still not a priority
Improving sort making her left-handed debut. Hind pads on but still not a priority
Unremarkable filly that reassured last time out but, here at Vincennes, has no realistic chance
Unremarkable filly that reassured last time out but, here at Vincennes, has no realistic chance
Has shown a different side to herself since the spring and, while clearly in form, bites off more than she can chew this time
Has shown a different side to herself since the spring and, while clearly in form, bites off more than she can chew this time
Impressive in her first 3 starts, KASSIOPEE WIND (12) may have found the trip a bit too far last time out, but over 2175, with pads fitted, she looks a serious proposition. That said, KITTY RANAISE (6) gave an excellent account here last week and will be a tough nut to crack. Consistently in the thick of things when focused, KATE MESLOISE (9) showed her form at Enghien last time out and, on better behaviour, can more than make amends. KAPELLA DRY (7) takes a step up in class after winning two on the trot and must be afforded respect.
Not entirely without merit but has no place in this line-up and can expect to remain friendless in the markets
Not entirely without merit but has no place in this line-up and can expect to remain friendless in the markets
Has obvious ability and placed 4th to KARLA DE MAI (4) last time under the saddle, but shoes back on and not an obvious choice
Has obvious ability and placed 4th to KARLA DE MAI (4) last time under the saddle, but shoes back on and not an obvious choice
Serious filly that trotted 4th in Prix d'Essai last time under the saddle. Should be fit following the spell and can figure prominently at the business end of the race
Serious filly that trotted 4th in Prix d'Essai last time under the saddle. Should be fit following the spell and can figure prominently at the business end of the race
Has little monte experience but has shown decent aptitude. Runner-up to KARLA DE MAI (4) last time and will not be sent out at 47/1 on this occasion
Has little monte experience but has shown decent aptitude. Runner-up to KARLA DE MAI (4) last time and will not be sent out at 47/1 on this occasion
Showed serious potential over the winter but has since come off the boil and must get his house in order
Showed serious potential over the winter but has since come off the boil and must get his house in order
Excellent 3rd in Prix d'Essai before repeating behind KANDORA BELLA (8) on re-entry, and will justifiably garner significant support
Excellent 3rd in Prix d'Essai before repeating behind KANDORA BELLA (8) on re-entry, and will justifiably garner significant support
Good class of colt but can prove a handful. Sanctioned in both races of reference but, on better behaviour, can make his presence felt
Good class of colt but can prove a handful. Sanctioned in both races of reference but, on better behaviour, can make his presence felt
Gr.2-winning filly that secured a Gr.3 on her first start after the spell. Should be even better this time around and will be out to steal her stablemate's thunder
Gr.2-winning filly that secured a Gr.3 on her first start after the spell. Should be even better this time around and will be out to steal her stablemate's thunder
Superb colt that has simply gone from strength to strength. Imperious in Prix d'Essai and, although unseen since, will still take all the beating
Superb colt that has simply gone from strength to strength. Imperious in Prix d'Essai and, although unseen since, will still take all the beating
Thomas Levesque looks to have this race wrapped up. If, for some bizarre reason, his extraordinarily talented, and Prix d'Essai winner, KYT KAT (9), fails to deliver, he can still rely on KANDORA BELLA (8) who won the Gr.3 Prix Phact with some ease last time out. 3rd that day on her return to competition, KELANIE LORRAINE (6) will have come on for the run and once again looks a solid place prospect. KAYA DREAM (3) returns to her code of preference after 2 fresheners under harness and looks a player.
Qualified unremarkably last month and faces a stiff test first time out
Qualified unremarkably last month and faces a stiff test first time out
Untried filly that set off no fireworks in qualification, but gets a Lebourgeois drive for her debut and will be worth monitoring
Untried filly that set off no fireworks in qualification, but gets a Lebourgeois drive for her debut and will be worth monitoring
Qualified moderately before faulting on debut and, at this level, is unlikely to spring any surprises
Qualified moderately before faulting on debut and, at this level, is unlikely to spring any surprises
Yet to show any particular flair for the game and will have few friends
Yet to show any particular flair for the game and will have few friends
Form has regressed since her promising Enghien debut and chances again appear limited
Form has regressed since her promising Enghien debut and chances again appear limited
No star but left a good impression at Saint-Malo a month back. Unlikely to repeat but should still give an honest account
No star but left a good impression at Saint-Malo a month back. Unlikely to repeat but should still give an honest account
Sanctioned on debut following her good qualification, but redeemed herself next time and, with Mathieu Mottier on board, will be assured a competitive drive
Sanctioned on debut following her good qualification, but redeemed herself next time and, with Mathieu Mottier on board, will be assured a competitive drive
Beautifully-bred half-sister to Face Time Bourbon that showed significant class on debut and returns to the track with a realistic chance of doubling up
Beautifully-bred half-sister to Face Time Bourbon that showed significant class on debut and returns to the track with a realistic chance of doubling up
Progressive sort that held her own in decent company here late last month. Fitted with pads this time and looks a major player
Progressive sort that held her own in decent company here late last month. Fitted with pads this time and looks a major player
Showed a different side to herself when imposing 2nd time out. Takes a hike in category but still looks competitive for a cheque
Showed a different side to herself when imposing 2nd time out. Takes a hike in category but still looks competitive for a cheque
Qualified nicely before imposing well on her Arras debut last month. Will appreciate the hard surface and should not be far from the action
Qualified nicely before imposing well on her Arras debut last month. Will appreciate the hard surface and should not be far from the action
Good future prospect that was eye-catching at Cabourg last time out. Should take well to the Vincennes profile and may well prove the one to beat
Good future prospect that was eye-catching at Cabourg last time out. Should take well to the Vincennes profile and may well prove the one to beat
LET ME SHINE GIO (12) put on quite the performance at Cabourg last month after having faulted at the start and will be good enough to open her account if she gets off on the right foot. After an excellent qualification, LOTTA BOURBON (8) confirmed her potential when winning on debut and has a respectable chance of beating her stablemate. LUNGA DES BROUSSES (9) takes to the inner track this time after a decent effort in good company over the long course and, with 4 pads fitted for the occasion, should not disappoint. Winner first time out last month, LATINA TOURNIBOIS (11) moves to a hard surface and looks the sort that can do well here.
