Vincennes 31 December 2023
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Modest individual with little flair for either code these days and can be passed over
Modest individual with little flair for either code these days and can be passed over
Returned to the monte code recently for the first time in 14 months, gave a good account to come 3rd, and will not be sent out at 104/1 on this occasion
Returned to the monte code recently for the first time in 14 months, gave a good account to come 3rd, and will not be sent out at 104/1 on this occasion
Not without merit under harness but has twice failed to confirm her Beaumont success and debuts under the saddle with moderate ambition
Not without merit under harness but has twice failed to confirm her Beaumont success and debuts under the saddle with moderate ambition
Undeniably capable but very complicated. Eric Raffin drafted in for the occasion and can get a look in if he manages to keep her trotting
Undeniably capable but very complicated. Eric Raffin drafted in for the occasion and can get a look in if he manages to keep her trotting
Competent filly under harness but has shown a new side to herself since switching vocations and looks competitive for her first monte victory
Competent filly under harness but has shown a new side to herself since switching vocations and looks competitive for her first monte victory
Occasionally loses focus but has ample ability for this level. Drops marginally in category and should be good enough to make the frame this time
Occasionally loses focus but has ample ability for this level. Drops marginally in category and should be good enough to make the frame this time
Sanctioned early in a Gr.2 here last time out but returns to a more reasonable level and, even with shoes on, looks a serious proposition
Sanctioned early in a Gr.2 here last time out but returns to a more reasonable level and, even with shoes on, looks a serious proposition
New to the code until mid-November, JUSTESS VIKING (5) has demonstrated excellent aptitude and Marie Norberg may well have found her the occasion to open her monte account. She will still be pressed by the eminently-capable JERIKA DE KERYANN (7) who benefits from a very good entry, and JUNON DE VRIE (6) who secured her 3rd ridden success over longer here last month.
Improving type that has started to come good. Takes a hike in class for Vincennes debut though and, even with hind pads fitted, will have her work cut out
Improving type that has started to come good. Takes a hike in class for Vincennes debut though and, even with hind pads fitted, will have her work cut out
Tricky but respectable filly with better references at a lower level and can be ruled out
Tricky but respectable filly with better references at a lower level and can be ruled out
No slouch when applied and most recently reassured at Cabourg. Shoes back on this time though and not an obvious choice
No slouch when applied and most recently reassured at Cabourg. Shoes back on this time though and not an obvious choice
Made fine progress during the autumn before twice falling foul of the stewards here, but front pads fitted this time and, with application, can get a look in
Made fine progress during the autumn before twice falling foul of the stewards here, but front pads fitted this time and, with application, can get a look in
Sanctioned more often than not but is clearly talented. Recent form though leaves a lot to be desired
Sanctioned more often than not but is clearly talented. Recent form though leaves a lot to be desired
Moderate sort that pleased over the summer but has disappointed since the spell and needs to raise her game
Moderate sort that pleased over the summer but has disappointed since the spell and needs to raise her game
Got off the mark at Segre before finishing a place behind KALINDA DU PARC (13) here next time, and will have her supporters
Got off the mark at Segre before finishing a place behind KALINDA DU PARC (13) here next time, and will have her supporters
Plainly talented but has yet to make her mark here. Fitted with 4 pads for the occasion though and can get back in the game
Plainly talented but has yet to make her mark here. Fitted with 4 pads for the occasion though and can get back in the game
Quality element that raced respectably here last month after winning 2 on the trot. Shod competitively this time and looks a player
Quality element that raced respectably here last month after winning 2 on the trot. Shod competitively this time and looks a player
Put away after winning in the spring and returned to competition last month with a resounding Marseille success. In similar form, can make a big splash first time at the venue
Put away after winning in the spring and returned to competition last month with a resounding Marseille success. In similar form, can make a big splash first time at the venue
Progressive filly that met little opposition in last 2 starts and can make her Vincennes debut a winning one
Progressive filly that met little opposition in last 2 starts and can make her Vincennes debut a winning one
Handy sort that has twice made the frame over a similar distance recently and, while arguably better going right-handed, still warrants considerable respect
Handy sort that has twice made the frame over a similar distance recently and, while arguably better going right-handed, still warrants considerable respect
Got her career off to a victorious start but has not been as sharp since stepping up in category. Is proven under these conditions though and could yet make the first 5
Got her career off to a victorious start but has not been as sharp since stepping up in category. Is proven under these conditions though and could yet make the first 5
Sent for a spell after opening her account, KEENGAME (11) was victorious on her first start back, and makes her Vincennes debut with a realistic chance of pulling off the three-timer. Similarly on a hat-trick, KANDIA QUICK (10) races with pads for the first time and must also be considered a live chance. By no means disgraced on her recent Vincennes debut, KINOU DAB (9) is also sporting pads and should prove more competitive this time around. KALINE FOUR (12) has made decent progress recently and must be taken seriously.
Consistent trotter that alternates well between the 2 codes but appears to be biting off more than he can chew this time
Consistent trotter that alternates well between the 2 codes but appears to be biting off more than he can chew this time
Can trot but is never easy to gauge. Reassured here last weekend and, similarly shod, should not be written off
Can trot but is never easy to gauge. Reassured here last weekend and, similarly shod, should not be written off
Has been in the form of his life since early October, winning 3 from 4. Moves up in category after scoring nicely over 2700m and, similarly shod, will have his chances
Has been in the form of his life since early October, winning 3 from 4. Moves up in category after scoring nicely over 2700m and, similarly shod, will have his chances
Tricky character that raced better here last month than the result would suggest. Goes barefoot again after prepping here 3 weeks ago and will have his supporters
Tricky character that raced better here last month than the result would suggest. Goes barefoot again after prepping here 3 weeks ago and will have his supporters
Has ample ability and has won over course and distance, but has looked rather ordinary of late and first needs to reaffirm
Has ample ability and has won over course and distance, but has looked rather ordinary of late and first needs to reaffirm
Temperamental type that has never disappointed over 2175m here. Imposed in very good order earlier in the month and is eminently capable of repeating
Temperamental type that has never disappointed over 2175m here. Imposed in very good order earlier in the month and is eminently capable of repeating
Much improved since the autumn and ran GOUTIER CELESTE (6) close last time here. Sharpened up, shod, at Cabourg and, with shoes off this time, can again bring the fight to her
Much improved since the autumn and ran GOUTIER CELESTE (6) close last time here. Sharpened up, shod, at Cabourg and, with shoes off this time, can again bring the fight to her
Well-regarded mare that left a good impression over track and trip last month. Returns to a tried and tested shoeing formula and is unlikely to disappoint
Well-regarded mare that left a good impression over track and trip last month. Returns to a tried and tested shoeing formula and is unlikely to disappoint
Superb here last winter but has yet to hit those heights this term. In marginally less-exalted company on this occasion but a minor place chance at best
Superb here last winter but has yet to hit those heights this term. In marginally less-exalted company on this occasion but a minor place chance at best
Rarely gets her nose in front but is an honest mare. Is proven under these conditions but, in this company, will struggle to make much of an impact
Rarely gets her nose in front but is an honest mare. Is proven under these conditions but, in this company, will struggle to make much of an impact
Serious type that seldom disappoints when focused. Form is not in doubt and will not be far off the mark if Alexis Collette keeps him trotting
Serious type that seldom disappoints when focused. Form is not in doubt and will not be far off the mark if Alexis Collette keeps him trotting
Decent sort that regularly gives her best but takes on some bigger beasts this time and will have too much to do
Decent sort that regularly gives her best but takes on some bigger beasts this time and will have too much to do
Although regularly object of the stewards scrutiny, GOUTIER CELESTE (6) has nothing to prove under these conditions and, with application, can again hold off the tenacious and barefoot GROUND ZERO (7) who finished a close second to him earlier in the month. Enjoying something of a renaissance over recent weeks, HANDSOME BOY (3) won with relative ease here mid-month and is proven over track and trip. It's often a case of all-or-nothing for HOCKFELER DU MESLE (11) but he is hard to fault when he can stay in stride.
Just once out of the frame in last 5 starts. Good second to JOADIE WIND (6) last time out and, barefoot on this occasion, is certainly worth monitoring
Just once out of the frame in last 5 starts. Good second to JOADIE WIND (6) last time out and, barefoot on this occasion, is certainly worth monitoring
Faithful for the most part and seldom goes home empty-handed, but faces a stiffer test this time around
Faithful for the most part and seldom goes home empty-handed, but faces a stiffer test this time around
Unremarkable filly with 2 races in her since the break but has yet to make any impact and is not about to change her ways
Unremarkable filly with 2 races in her since the break but has yet to make any impact and is not about to change her ways
Showed promise last winter before coming off the boil. Unexceptional in either return run and will have too much to do
Showed promise last winter before coming off the boil. Unexceptional in either return run and will have too much to do
Very hard to knock since starting to race barefoot. Opened her Vincennes account on the inner course recently and will have a lot to offer if she takes to main track profile
Very hard to knock since starting to race barefoot. Opened her Vincennes account on the inner course recently and will have a lot to offer if she takes to main track profile
Filly with no shortage of ability but is as complicated as they come. Impressed here recently though and, barefoot again, must be taken seriously
Filly with no shortage of ability but is as complicated as they come. Impressed here recently though and, barefoot again, must be taken seriously
Has begun to make good on her promise since starting to race barefoot. Finished 3rd over track and trip earlier this month and will have her supporters
Has begun to make good on her promise since starting to race barefoot. Finished 3rd over track and trip earlier this month and will have her supporters
Winless after 31 starts but came close here a week back. Benjamin Rochard reining this time and looks competitive for a place in the frame
Winless after 31 starts but came close here a week back. Benjamin Rochard reining this time and looks competitive for a place in the frame
Three times a winner last season, including over the main track. Will be at peak fitness by now and can get straight down to business
Three times a winner last season, including over the main track. Will be at peak fitness by now and can get straight down to business
Respectable main-track references but has won just 1 from 7. Has freshness on her side but still not an obvious choice
Respectable main-track references but has won just 1 from 7. Has freshness on her side but still not an obvious choice
Tricky individual that sprang a pleasant surprise here recently and, with form maintained, will not be far off the mark
Tricky individual that sprang a pleasant surprise here recently and, with form maintained, will not be far off the mark
Very impressive last season, JUMBY BAY (9) has taken particularly well to the Vincennes main track, and with 2 races under her belt, is entrusted to Matthieu Abrivard who will be eager to get her back in the winners' circle. She will still be opposed by JOSY EXPRESS (5) who made her Vincennes debut a winning one, and a move to the main track is unlikely to prove an inconvenience. JAKIRA (8) is still chasing that elusive first win but she went close here last weekend and warrants respect. Highly erratic she may be but JOADIE WIND (6) stormed up here 12 days ago and will be no easy touch if she stays trotting.
Modest individual that made a modest monte debut here mid-month and appears to have no realistic chance
Modest individual that made a modest monte debut here mid-month and appears to have no realistic chance
Has never finished closer than 4th in 9 starts over the long course, and latest effort did little to inspire confidence
Has never finished closer than 4th in 9 starts over the long course, and latest effort did little to inspire confidence
Regular for the most part but has not been firing on all cylinders since the summer and chances slim at best
Regular for the most part but has not been firing on all cylinders since the summer and chances slim at best
Interesting character that has straddled the class spectrum, most recently produced his career-best performance, and backs up with a reasonable chance of challenging for the win
Interesting character that has straddled the class spectrum, most recently produced his career-best performance, and backs up with a reasonable chance of challenging for the win
Good consistent type for the most part. Has references in this category and, with stride in check, has a realistic chance of competing for a place in the frame
Good consistent type for the most part. Has references in this category and, with stride in check, has a realistic chance of competing for a place in the frame
Rarely far from losing his action these days but is plainly at the top of his game and should be able to win this if Damien Bonne keeps him trotting
Rarely far from losing his action these days but is plainly at the top of his game and should be able to win this if Damien Bonne keeps him trotting
Gave a good account behind FORAIN JENILOU (6) last month on just his second appearance under the saddle and is expected to show improvement
Gave a good account behind FORAIN JENILOU (6) last month on just his second appearance under the saddle and is expected to show improvement
Has decent monte references but has been a write-off under harness for past 17 months and no fireworks anticipated
Has decent monte references but has been a write-off under harness for past 17 months and no fireworks anticipated
Complicated mare but has nothing to prove at this level. Reassured with a fine run here mid-month and, with form maintained, will be no pushover
Complicated mare but has nothing to prove at this level. Reassured with a fine run here mid-month and, with form maintained, will be no pushover
Capable on a good day but went into his break on a low note and, even though competitively shod, is unlikely to shake things up on first start back
Capable on a good day but went into his break on a low note and, even though competitively shod, is unlikely to shake things up on first start back
Just ten runners but it nevertheless looks a competitive affair. Brimming with talent but still his own worst enemy, FORAIN JENILOU (6) got off on the wrong foot 9 days ago after having flown up here late last month but Damien Bonne will be determined to make things right. He can nevertheless expect to meet FAUBOURG DU PERCHE (4) who defied his odds to run the good Huis Clos close here last weekend, and FARANDOLE DI PALBA (9) who set her personal best chrono when second over track and trip a fortnight back. FLASH DU BIWETZ (5) seldom disappoints when unshod and is thoroughly capable of making up for his Cabourg sanction.
Remarkably tough type that seldom disappoints when barefoot. Has one race under his belt and looks eminently capable of giving AMPIA MEDE SM (3) a run for her money
Remarkably tough type that seldom disappoints when barefoot. Has one race under his belt and looks eminently capable of giving AMPIA MEDE SM (3) a run for her money
Winner of Gr.1 International Trot at Meadowlands in 2022. Not the biggest fan of Vincennes and even though barefoot for his return to the venue, is unlikely to shake things up
Winner of Gr.1 International Trot at Meadowlands in 2022. Not the biggest fan of Vincennes and even though barefoot for his return to the venue, is unlikely to shake things up
One of the most consistent horses here and will be at peak fitness by now. Has won 4 times over track and trip, notably beating many big-hitters in Gr.1 Prix de France last February, and has every chance of winning this
One of the most consistent horses here and will be at peak fitness by now. Has won 4 times over track and trip, notably beating many big-hitters in Gr.1 Prix de France last February, and has every chance of winning this
As talented as they come and ideally-placed in front, but went off the boil last season. Has yet to impress this term, but is barefoot and will generate interest
As talented as they come and ideally-placed in front, but went off the boil last season. Has yet to impress this term, but is barefoot and will generate interest
Fine trotter with very good speed. Makes first start since the spell but generally takes little time to freshen up and should not be far off the mark
Fine trotter with very good speed. Makes first start since the spell but generally takes little time to freshen up and should not be far off the mark
High-class Swedish import making his first sortie south. Expected to be race-rusty but has hind shoes off and a decent spot in front. Attention
High-class Swedish import making his first sortie south. Expected to be race-rusty but has hind shoes off and a decent spot in front. Attention
Classy element that is still going strong, one day away from his 11th birthday. Showed his form at home in Solvalla recently and, barefoot this time, is not to be entirely written off
Classy element that is still going strong, one day away from his 11th birthday. Showed his form at home in Solvalla recently and, barefoot this time, is not to be entirely written off
2023 Prix d'Amerique winner that is right on course for another shot at the crown, but races shod this time around and can be passed over
2023 Prix d'Amerique winner that is right on course for another shot at the crown, but races shod this time around and can be passed over
Excellent servant in both branches of the business. Runner-up in last year's edition before winning the Cornulier and, despite a dreadful draw, can still make her presence felt
Excellent servant in both branches of the business. Runner-up in last year's edition before winning the Cornulier and, despite a dreadful draw, can still make her presence felt
Gr.1 Prix Rene Balliere winner during the summer, beating HOHNECK (1). Placed in the Prix de Bretagne before coming unstuck in the Bourbonnais, but is still in with a shout of picking up a cheque
Gr.1 Prix Rene Balliere winner during the summer, beating HOHNECK (1). Placed in the Prix de Bretagne before coming unstuck in the Bourbonnais, but is still in with a shout of picking up a cheque
Lightly-raced Italian-trained mare that won the Gr.3 Prix du Luxembourg over track and trip last winter. Has 2 races under his belt since the layoff, is barefoot for the occasion, but others still preferred
Lightly-raced Italian-trained mare that won the Gr.3 Prix du Luxembourg over track and trip last winter. Has 2 races under his belt since the layoff, is barefoot for the occasion, but others still preferred
Quality individual with excellent Vincennes credentials. Was unlucky in the Prix de Bretagne and, despite the 2nd line draw, can nevertheless set the record straight
Quality individual with excellent Vincennes credentials. Was unlucky in the Prix de Bretagne and, despite the 2nd line draw, can nevertheless set the record straight
Remarkable servant in the monte discipline. Races barefoot this time, and should give an honest account, but the Prix de Cornulier is her ultimate objective
Remarkable servant in the monte discipline. Races barefoot this time, and should give an honest account, but the Prix de Cornulier is her ultimate objective
Can trot but tends to show more in the monte code and poses no threat
Can trot but tends to show more in the monte code and poses no threat
Useful for the most part but has never delivered at this level at Vincennes and the draw only adds insult to injury
Useful for the most part but has never delivered at this level at Vincennes and the draw only adds insult to injury
Blows hot and cold but talent is not in question. Secured his berth in the Bourbonnais but the draw will do him no favours
Blows hot and cold but talent is not in question. Secured his berth in the Bourbonnais but the draw will do him no favours
Hardy sort that guaranteed his Prix d'Amerique run with Bretagne success. Just pads fitted this time and will not be over-stretched
Hardy sort that guaranteed his Prix d'Amerique run with Bretagne success. Just pads fitted this time and will not be over-stretched
Serious mare that seldom lets the side down when focused. Has form at the highest level, boasts a fine turn of foot and, even though handed a shocker of a draw, Matthieu Abrivard has the wherewithal to get her in on the action
Serious mare that seldom lets the side down when focused. Has form at the highest level, boasts a fine turn of foot and, even though handed a shocker of a draw, Matthieu Abrivard has the wherewithal to get her in on the action
With so much at stake, it is no wonder there is a full field. AMPIA MEDE SM (3) acquitted herself well in the two previous 'B' races, has an excellent spot behind the car, and can secure her Prix d'Amerique berth. She will, however, be up against Elitlopp winner HOHNECK (1) who is barefoot for his first real objective of the winter, and second-line starter HORSY DREAM (12) who was forced to miss the Bourbonnais due to injury. GO ON BOY (5) has not been seen out since his productive run over 5 countries and, ideally-placed behind the car, looks a serious proposition.
Complicated colt that won here during the summer. Most recently surprised behind JACKMAN (14) but a repeat seems improbable
Complicated colt that won here during the summer. Most recently surprised behind JACKMAN (14) but a repeat seems improbable
Seen more often at a lower level. Failed to confirm his fine win at Le Croise and can be confidently disregarded
Seen more often at a lower level. Failed to confirm his fine win at Le Croise and can be confidently disregarded
Fine colt that excelled here last winter. Latterly trotted 2nd to JOKER DES CHALIERS (11) but still has more ground to make up
Fine colt that excelled here last winter. Latterly trotted 2nd to JOKER DES CHALIERS (11) but still has more ground to make up
Has done nothing exceptional since imposing over track and trip 12 months ago. Encouraged here early-December but still looks outclassed
Has done nothing exceptional since imposing over track and trip 12 months ago. Encouraged here early-December but still looks outclassed
Showed considerable early promise but rather disappointing of late. Has never disappointed when barefoot though and has solid Vincennes credentials
Showed considerable early promise but rather disappointing of late. Has never disappointed when barefoot though and has solid Vincennes credentials
Won over shorter here during the autumn but has since failed to confirm. Encouraged last time out though and, if behaved, can make his presence felt
Won over shorter here during the autumn but has since failed to confirm. Encouraged last time out though and, if behaved, can make his presence felt
Fine servant that has won 2 of his last 3. Reunited with Eric Raffin and, although stepping up in category, still looks a decent place prospect
Fine servant that has won 2 of his last 3. Reunited with Eric Raffin and, although stepping up in category, still looks a decent place prospect
Faithful for the most part before going through a rough patch recently, but reassured with a resounding victory over shorter here mid-month and, in similar form, can get in on the action
Faithful for the most part before going through a rough patch recently, but reassured with a resounding victory over shorter here mid-month and, in similar form, can get in on the action
Yet to get off the mark this term but has twice come close recently and it would be no surprise to see him get his nose in front
Yet to get off the mark this term but has twice come close recently and it would be no surprise to see him get his nose in front
Late developer that has won 8 from 10. Courageous on his recent Vincennes debut but still has more to find
Late developer that has won 8 from 10. Courageous on his recent Vincennes debut but still has more to find
Hardy sort that won 2 on the trot here before finishing a place behind JOUR DE FETE (9) here 3 weeks ago. Lebourgeois reining this time and is not incapable of making the first 5
Hardy sort that won 2 on the trot here before finishing a place behind JOUR DE FETE (9) here 3 weeks ago. Lebourgeois reining this time and is not incapable of making the first 5
Remarkable at Vincennes over the summer before being put away. Well-beaten in both since but is competitively-shod this time and should not be entirely written off
Remarkable at Vincennes over the summer before being put away. Well-beaten in both since but is competitively-shod this time and should not be entirely written off
Occasionally loses focus but is otherwise a tough colt. Is confirmed on the main track here and, with his mind on the game, should not be far off the mark
Occasionally loses focus but is otherwise a tough colt. Is confirmed on the main track here and, with his mind on the game, should not be far off the mark
Quality sort that excels when unshod. Won over track and trip during the summer, most recently imposed with ease, and looks the principal danger to JOUR DE FETE (9)
Quality sort that excels when unshod. Won over track and trip during the summer, most recently imposed with ease, and looks the principal danger to JOUR DE FETE (9)
An open affair this, but Jean-Michel Bazire may nevertheless hold the key with the in-form JOUR DE FETE (9) who seldom disappoints when barefoot, and stablemate JACKMAN (14) who has been simply dynamic lately. JUSSEO (7) boasts an enviable strike-rate, opened his Vincennes account earlier in the month, and despite the hike in category, looks competitive for a place on the podium. JAMES MADRIK (13) was oddly out of sorts here last time, but returns fresh and can make amends.
Never far from losing her action but has ample ability for this category. Is confirmed with Ploquin in the sulky but nevertheless faces a stiff test
Never far from losing her action but has ample ability for this category. Is confirmed with Ploquin in the sulky but nevertheless faces a stiff test
Has imposed just once since winning here last January. Goes first time barefoot with Alexandre Abrivard reining, but others still preferred
Has imposed just once since winning here last January. Goes first time barefoot with Alexandre Abrivard reining, but others still preferred
Tends to go better right-handed but does have references here. Returned to winning ways at Cabourg and deserves to take her chances
Tends to go better right-handed but does have references here. Returned to winning ways at Cabourg and deserves to take her chances
Regularly in the thick of things when racing in current configuration. As good in one code as the other and has the wherewithal to put on a decent show
Regularly in the thick of things when racing in current configuration. As good in one code as the other and has the wherewithal to put on a decent show
Has shown marked improvement since starting to race unshod. Entrusted to Eric Raffin for the first time and is unlikely to disappoint
Has shown marked improvement since starting to race unshod. Entrusted to Eric Raffin for the first time and is unlikely to disappoint
Excellent earlier in the year before coming off the boil. Stays shod for re-entry and not a realistic proposition
Excellent earlier in the year before coming off the boil. Stays shod for re-entry and not a realistic proposition
Versatile type that has raced respectably at Vincennes recently and, although not a priority, can still get a look in
Versatile type that has raced respectably at Vincennes recently and, although not a priority, can still get a look in
Rarely disappoints when she can keep her action together. Unlucky on comeback and, even with pads fitted for Vincennes debut, will have her work cut out
Rarely disappoints when she can keep her action together. Unlucky on comeback and, even with pads fitted for Vincennes debut, will have her work cut out
Mixes the good with the less good but reassured in no uncertain terms here mid-month and is unlikely to let I LOVE ROSE FLOWER (11) have it all her own way
Mixes the good with the less good but reassured in no uncertain terms here mid-month and is unlikely to let I LOVE ROSE FLOWER (11) have it all her own way
No superstar but tends to go well when unshod. Modified configuration this time and is not out of the picture
No superstar but tends to go well when unshod. Modified configuration this time and is not out of the picture
Not the most attractive formcard here but she is plainly in excellent shape. Has won over a similar trip and, in present form, can do so again
Not the most attractive formcard here but she is plainly in excellent shape. Has won over a similar trip and, in present form, can do so again
No champion but imposed superbly here last month and will have her chances if she can replicate that performance
No champion but imposed superbly here last month and will have her chances if she can replicate that performance
Off the boil for much of the spring and summer, I LOVE ROSE FLOWER (11) has started to come good again and, in this company, looks the pick of the field. It took some time for ISLAND CASH (9) to come to hand this term but she received a big thumbs-up for her latest effort here and, with form maintained, can apply the pressure. The erratic IPSIE DE LA LUNE (12) won here last month, benefits from a very good entry, and can make a big splash. Runner-up three times in her last five starts, INES DE BEYLEV (5) will be competitive for a step on the podium.
Well-regarded type making his first appearance since early-October and is not about to spring a surprise
Well-regarded type making his first appearance since early-October and is not about to spring a surprise
Hardy Swedish import making his first start for new stable. Shoes on though and others easier to back
Hardy Swedish import making his first start for new stable. Shoes on though and others easier to back
Very hard to knock when barefoot and applied. Has taken well to Vincennes and, with Benjamin Rochard reining this time, is unlikely to make the same mistake twice
Very hard to knock when barefoot and applied. Has taken well to Vincennes and, with Benjamin Rochard reining this time, is unlikely to make the same mistake twice
Competent type that showed decent aptitude in Paris over the summer. Goes barefoot for his return to the venue and will have his supporters
Competent type that showed decent aptitude in Paris over the summer. Goes barefoot for his return to the venue and will have his supporters
Fine Scandinavian import now in training with JMB. Showed improvement here 3 weeks ago and will be dangerous if allowed to express himself
Fine Scandinavian import now in training with JMB. Showed improvement here 3 weeks ago and will be dangerous if allowed to express himself
Unbeaten in 3 starts over course and distance. Left quite the impression in better company last time and drops in category with legitimate ambition
Unbeaten in 3 starts over course and distance. Left quite the impression in better company last time and drops in category with legitimate ambition
Simply dynamic when racing barefoot. Has other priorities though and can be passed over
Simply dynamic when racing barefoot. Has other priorities though and can be passed over
Trotter of considerable quality, and winner of his last 2, but races shod and best to hold off
Trotter of considerable quality, and winner of his last 2, but races shod and best to hold off
Can trot but not the most dependable. Plainly back in shape but, in this category, will struggle to make his mark
Can trot but not the most dependable. Plainly back in shape but, in this category, will struggle to make his mark
Useful Italian sort that has raced and placed at a marginally higher level. Hind shoes off following 2 return runs and must be worth retaining
Useful Italian sort that has raced and placed at a marginally higher level. Hind shoes off following 2 return runs and must be worth retaining
Reliability not his strong suit but is never far from surprising. Has solid references over 2700m and, with Eric Raffin back in the sulky, is not to be underestimated
Reliability not his strong suit but is never far from surprising. Has solid references over 2700m and, with Eric Raffin back in the sulky, is not to be underestimated
Complicated character that has posted some decent results here recently. Is not a priority but, on good behaviour, can get in on the action
Complicated character that has posted some decent results here recently. Is not a priority but, on good behaviour, can get in on the action
Faithful campaigner that has been on a fine run of form since July. Second under these conditions a month back and with Alexandre Abrivard reining, will be afforded every chance
Faithful campaigner that has been on a fine run of form since July. Second under these conditions a month back and with Alexandre Abrivard reining, will be afforded every chance
Capable element that has progressed well over recent months. Below-par last time though and is unlikely to shake things up
Capable element that has progressed well over recent months. Below-par last time though and is unlikely to shake things up
Quality nordic trotter that will have no issue with the distance. Was not disgraced at a higher level last time but drops sufficiently in class to make this his own
Quality nordic trotter that will have no issue with the distance. Was not disgraced at a higher level last time but drops sufficiently in class to make this his own
Has merit but never easy to gauge. Showed improvement at Saint-Malo last time, is unshod all 4 on this occasion, but others still preferred
Has merit but never easy to gauge. Showed improvement at Saint-Malo last time, is unshod all 4 on this occasion, but others still preferred
Group-class Swedish raider, LAREDO BOKO (15) takes a big dip in category after holding his own in the Gr.1 Prix Tenor de Baune and looks eminently capable of winning this. Matthieu Abrivard would still be wise to be wary of compatriot CROWN WISE AS (5) who similarly drops back down the class ladder, and INSTANT D'HAUFOR (6) who left a good impression in a Gr.3 here earlier in the month. IACYNTHE DIDJEAP (13) is a tough nut to crack when barefoot and is evidently close to his race.
Put away after showing potential during autumn 2022. Impressive on comeback, will have come on for the run, and is not to be underestimated
Put away after showing potential during autumn 2022. Impressive on comeback, will have come on for the run, and is not to be underestimated
Has never shown any particular aptitude for the harness game and can be ruled out
Has never shown any particular aptitude for the harness game and can be ruled out
Tricky type but has previously won on the main track. Unseen since mid-August though and will need the race
Tricky type but has previously won on the main track. Unseen since mid-August though and will need the race
4 times a winner in 7 starts, including over the inner track. Showed her form, despite finishing unplaced, under these conditions recently and, with different tactics, can make amends
4 times a winner in 7 starts, including over the inner track. Showed her form, despite finishing unplaced, under these conditions recently and, with different tactics, can make amends
Has ample ability but has not once got around Vincennes unscathed. Eric Raffin reining but others still easier to trust
Has ample ability but has not once got around Vincennes unscathed. Eric Raffin reining but others still easier to trust
Competent filly making her seasonal debut but is destined for a campaign under the saddle and can be passed over
Competent filly making her seasonal debut but is destined for a campaign under the saddle and can be passed over
Justifiably well-regarded sort that surprisingly lost her action here earlier this month, but is better than most here and, with application, can make the frame
Justifiably well-regarded sort that surprisingly lost her action here earlier this month, but is better than most here and, with application, can make the frame
Got the winter meeting off to a victorious start but was trounced next time out and is not about influence the result
Got the winter meeting off to a victorious start but was trounced next time out and is not about influence the result
Progressive type, but complicated. Yet to be bested when fitted with pads though and is not incapable of maintaining her perfect Vincennes run
Progressive type, but complicated. Yet to be bested when fitted with pads though and is not incapable of maintaining her perfect Vincennes run
Very impressive earlier in the year before failing to make the grade in better company. Found wanting on comeback and appears to need another run
Very impressive earlier in the year before failing to make the grade in better company. Found wanting on comeback and appears to need another run
Fine filly but can prove a handful. Has a decent record in Paris, benefits from a good entry, and can bring home the bacon
Fine filly but can prove a handful. Has a decent record in Paris, benefits from a good entry, and can bring home the bacon
Just the one win to her name but has form at a superior level. Drops back to a more reasonable category and, if race-fit, can give this a good go
Just the one win to her name but has form at a superior level. Drops back to a more reasonable category and, if race-fit, can give this a good go
Dependability not her thing but gave a good account of herself here last month and, if focused, can get in on the action
Dependability not her thing but gave a good account of herself here last month and, if focused, can get in on the action
26 races and yet to lose her maiden tag. Has no love for either Vincennes or 2700m at Vincennes, and is unlikely to generate much interest
26 races and yet to lose her maiden tag. Has no love for either Vincennes or 2700m at Vincennes, and is unlikely to generate much interest
Confirmed over course and distance and currently in excellent shape, KELLY JANE (11) put on quite the show here 3 weeks ago and, with stride in check, can double up. Unbeaten in 2 starts with hind pads on, KOKINE JABA (9) is fitted with 4 on this occasion, will be reined by Alexandre Abrivard for the first time, and is eminently capable of confirming her recent victory. KOKOTE (7) has not won since opening her account under these conditions during the spring, but is clearly in fine shape and will be no soft touch if Mathieu Mottier keeps her trotting. KACHA DE VANDEL (12) has not been seen out for over 2 months but, with hind pads fitted, could well get straight down to business.
