Laval 01 November 2023
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Occasionally a handful but otherwise a decent servant. Has no references at this level though and can be passed over
Occasionally a handful but otherwise a decent servant. Has no references at this level though and can be passed over
Delicate sort that reassured at Chartres last time out but takes a hike in category here and will struggle to make her presence felt
Delicate sort that reassured at Chartres last time out but takes a hike in category here and will struggle to make her presence felt
Honest filly but seldom comes close to getting off the mark and appears to have her work cut out
Honest filly but seldom comes close to getting off the mark and appears to have her work cut out
Showed promise at 3 but quickly showed the limits of her capacity and recent harness return did little to convince
Showed promise at 3 but quickly showed the limits of her capacity and recent harness return did little to convince
Modest filly that has been completely off the boil this year and has no realistic chance
Modest filly that has been completely off the boil this year and has no realistic chance
Yet to lose her maiden tag but is an honest type. Goes barefoot for comeback and, while victory seems improbable, she can still get in on the action
Yet to lose her maiden tag but is an honest type. Goes barefoot for comeback and, while victory seems improbable, she can still get in on the action
Faithful filly for the most part and clearly in fine shape. Has never disappointed when unshod all 4 and looks set to get back in the game
Faithful filly for the most part and clearly in fine shape. Has never disappointed when unshod all 4 and looks set to get back in the game
Considerably better prospect in the other code and latest sanctions do nothing to inspire confidence
Considerably better prospect in the other code and latest sanctions do nothing to inspire confidence
Unexceptional but regularly gives what she can. Showed improvement last time out and, in similar form, can pick up a cheque
Unexceptional but regularly gives what she can. Showed improvement last time out and, in similar form, can pick up a cheque
Useful sort that has started to come into her own over recent weeks. Eye-catching at Rambouillet and, with a leading driver at the helm this time, will be dangerous
Useful sort that has started to come into her own over recent weeks. Eye-catching at Rambouillet and, with a leading driver at the helm this time, will be dangerous
Handy sort that is arguably better racing clockwise but form is not in doubt and must be retained
Handy sort that is arguably better racing clockwise but form is not in doubt and must be retained
Improving filly with a lot going for her here. Dynamic last time out and doubling up is well within her capacity
Improving filly with a lot going for her here. Dynamic last time out and doubling up is well within her capacity
Gave an excellent account of herself at Morlaix when first time barefoot. Unlikely to score again but will not be far off the mark
Gave an excellent account of herself at Morlaix when first time barefoot. Unlikely to score again but will not be far off the mark
Difficult to fault these days when barefoot and focused, JAVA DES CHAMPS (12) is confirmed under these conditions, latterly flew up at Laon, and can double up. She will still face considerable opposition from JAVA DES CAILLONS (10) who put in quite the finish at Rambouillet, and the engagement of David Thomain will only work in her favour. JALNA DES HAYES (7) made fine progress over the summer and returns to racing barefoot with every chance of making up for her Lisieux disappointment. Facile winner on turf last time out, JILDA DE FONTAINE (13) has an ideal entry here and, competitively-shod, will be no soft touch.
Produced something of a surprise to win at Vichy mid-September. Failed to confirm next time but has been entrusted to Benjamin Rochard for the occasion and must be respected
Produced something of a surprise to win at Vichy mid-September. Failed to confirm next time but has been entrusted to Benjamin Rochard for the occasion and must be respected
Honest trotter but has never made any impression racing left-handed and others easier to back
Honest trotter but has never made any impression racing left-handed and others easier to back
Respectable but unexceptional trotter that lost his way late last season and picked up during the summer where he left off. Disregard
Respectable but unexceptional trotter that lost his way late last season and picked up during the summer where he left off. Disregard
Alternates the good with the less good but is clearly in shape. With hind shoes off and Mathieu Mottier in the sulky, should be able to give this a good go
Alternates the good with the less good but is clearly in shape. With hind shoes off and Mathieu Mottier in the sulky, should be able to give this a good go
Moderate sort whose form is headed in the wrong direction. Made the frame last time here but still looks to have too much to do
Moderate sort whose form is headed in the wrong direction. Made the frame last time here but still looks to have too much to do
Tricky character that imposed impressively last time out and, if applied and in similar form, should logically finish in the mix
Tricky character that imposed impressively last time out and, if applied and in similar form, should logically finish in the mix
Progressive sort that showed decent aptitude earlier in the year. Recent sanction can be ignored and, with Damien Bonne reining, can set the record straight
Progressive sort that showed decent aptitude earlier in the year. Recent sanction can be ignored and, with Damien Bonne reining, can set the record straight
Can trot but has been struggling lately and latest Laval effort left a lot to be desired
Can trot but has been struggling lately and latest Laval effort left a lot to be desired
Fine servant but has better prospects at a much lower level and can be passed over
Fine servant but has better prospects at a much lower level and can be passed over
Not the most attractive of formcards here, but is confirmed in a similar category and, barefoot this time, could pleasantly surprise
Not the most attractive of formcards here, but is confirmed in a similar category and, barefoot this time, could pleasantly surprise
Has not stepped a foot out of place since his victorious debut. Impressed on recent comeback and, if he turns, will have a lot to offer
Has not stepped a foot out of place since his victorious debut. Impressed on recent comeback and, if he turns, will have a lot to offer
Occasionally temperamental but has bags of ability. Races unshod for his first start since the spell and looks a leading proposition
Occasionally temperamental but has bags of ability. Races unshod for his first start since the spell and looks a leading proposition
Although never far from losing focus, JET BLACK (12) is nevertheless an excellent servant in this category. Unraced since early August, he is however competitively-shod and can get straight back down to business. It is unlikely to be all plane sailing though given the fine progress JIMMY DU CLOS (11) has made over recent months. It took 17 attempts but JOYAU D'EVER (6) finally lost his maiden label mid-October and, in similar form, can again figure prominently. Sanctioned on re-entry, JAG HAUFOR (7) has nonetheless been a model of consistency and, with modified shoeing, can make amends for his Ecommoy sanction.
Trotter of considerable quality that was given a much-needed freshener at Rambouillet. Is barefoot on the front line here and looks a decent candidate for a place on the podium
Trotter of considerable quality that was given a much-needed freshener at Rambouillet. Is barefoot on the front line here and looks a decent candidate for a place on the podium
Tough individual that imposed on his lone association with Raffin. Finished decent 4th to IGREC DE CELLAND (6) over the distance at Vincennes last month and is not incapable of turning the tables
Tough individual that imposed on his lone association with Raffin. Finished decent 4th to IGREC DE CELLAND (6) over the distance at Vincennes last month and is not incapable of turning the tables
Capable mare being prepared for future events in the capital and best left alone this time around
Capable mare being prepared for future events in the capital and best left alone this time around
Delicate mare but has ability in abundance. Raced better at Cabourg than the result would suggest and, while no great fan of Laval, should still not be overlooked
Delicate mare but has ability in abundance. Raced better at Cabourg than the result would suggest and, while no great fan of Laval, should still not be overlooked
Tough individual that imposed over course and distance on penultimate start, but shoes back on and best to wait
Tough individual that imposed over course and distance on penultimate start, but shoes back on and best to wait
Good class of trotter dropping back in class after an honourable effort at the highest level. Will appreciate Laval profile and should be able to apply the pressure on CICERO T.G. (7)
Good class of trotter dropping back in class after an honourable effort at the highest level. Will appreciate Laval profile and should be able to apply the pressure on CICERO T.G. (7)
Classy nordic import that won with ease on recent French debut. Benefits from a superb entry here and will take some beating
Classy nordic import that won with ease on recent French debut. Benefits from a superb entry here and will take some beating
Firing on all cylinders over recent months. Has won 2 from 4 here and, well-engaged, must be respected
Firing on all cylinders over recent months. Has won 2 from 4 here and, well-engaged, must be respected
Moderate trotter that tends to show more in the claiming division these days and, from the back line, will have too much to do
Moderate trotter that tends to show more in the claiming division these days and, from the back line, will have too much to do
Excellent sort following a series of races on turf. Shoes on and best to hold off until next stage of the Trophee Vert
Excellent sort following a series of races on turf. Shoes on and best to hold off until next stage of the Trophee Vert
Never far from losing his action but has nothing to prove in this class. Shoes back on this time though and others preferred
Never far from losing his action but has nothing to prove in this class. Shoes back on this time though and others preferred
Hardy sort with excellent credentials under the saddle. Here for reasons of conditioning and poses no danger
Hardy sort with excellent credentials under the saddle. Here for reasons of conditioning and poses no danger
Quality element in both branches of the business. Shod this time though and will have other priorities
Quality element in both branches of the business. Shod this time though and will have other priorities
Superbly consistent trotter being prepared for the Vincennes winter meeting and will not be given a hard race
Superbly consistent trotter being prepared for the Vincennes winter meeting and will not be given a hard race
Hardy mare that was not disgraced in a tough Gr.3 at Feurs last time out. Left a decent impression here during the summer and, despite the handicap, will not be far off the mark
Hardy mare that was not disgraced in a tough Gr.3 at Feurs last time out. Left a decent impression here during the summer and, despite the handicap, will not be far off the mark
Decent veteran whose harness future is behind him. Currently in shape but no threat
Decent veteran whose harness future is behind him. Currently in shape but no threat
Gr.2 winner at home in Sweden, CICERO T.G. (7) made no bones about winning first time out for the Bazire stable and, barefoot on the front line, can repeat. Well-regarded and recent 6th in the Criterium des 5 Ans, IGREC DE CELLAND (6) drops back to a more reasonable level and will be no soft touch. IDEAL DU ROCHER (2) is one of the more faithful elements in the field, is confirmed at the venue and, unbeaten with Eric Raffin in the sulky, will be dangerous. HEDIC GEMA (1) was particularly impressive earlier in the year and, barefoot for the occasion, is unlikely to disappoint.
Delicate but capable in both disciplines. Shod this time around and poses no danger
Delicate but capable in both disciplines. Shod this time around and poses no danger
Regularly under the stewards' scrutiny but otherwise a very capable trotter. Encouraged on first start back and looks a player on Laval debut
Regularly under the stewards' scrutiny but otherwise a very capable trotter. Encouraged on first start back and looks a player on Laval debut
No champion but always tries. Unraced since late-August though and will need the run
No champion but always tries. Unraced since late-August though and will need the run
Well-named sort but nevertheless reassured behind HAMPTON DU VIVIER (7) at Caen and, in similar shape, can again make the frame
Well-named sort but nevertheless reassured behind HAMPTON DU VIVIER (7) at Caen and, in similar shape, can again make the frame
Regularly in the thick of things when applied. Sanctioned in last 2 but pads fitted this time and will not be far off the mark if Anais Michel gets him off on the right foot
Regularly in the thick of things when applied. Sanctioned in last 2 but pads fitted this time and will not be far off the mark if Anais Michel gets him off on the right foot
Somewhat disappointing after imposing at Chateaubriant during the summer but would have finished in the money last time had he not faulted and should not be ignored
Somewhat disappointing after imposing at Chateaubriant during the summer but would have finished in the money last time had he not faulted and should not be ignored
Consistently performant when racing barefoot these days. Beaten by the smallest of margins at Caen and can find justice this time
Consistently performant when racing barefoot these days. Beaten by the smallest of margins at Caen and can find justice this time
Has ability but still falls into the 'unremarkable' category here and chances limited
Has ability but still falls into the 'unremarkable' category here and chances limited
Avoids the handicap here but has looked very ordinary for some time. Nivard drafted in for the occasion but others still preferred
Avoids the handicap here but has looked very ordinary for some time. Nivard drafted in for the occasion but others still preferred
Monte horse entered here for a change of scenery and will have nothing to offer
Monte horse entered here for a change of scenery and will have nothing to offer
Fine servant that went into his spell on a good note but has not been seen out since and others preferred this time
Fine servant that went into his spell on a good note but has not been seen out since and others preferred this time
Useful mare who has kept improving since the spell. Front pads fitted this time, is confirmed at Laval and, even from the 2nd line, looks eminently capable of challenging for a place on the podium
Useful mare who has kept improving since the spell. Front pads fitted this time, is confirmed at Laval and, even from the 2nd line, looks eminently capable of challenging for a place on the podium
After winning 3-on-the-trot during the summer, HEROS DES LOYAUX (2) finished a valiant runner-up on re-entry and looks the horse to beat this time. HAND FULL (4) finished a place behind him that day and should again figure prominently, but may first have to defer to the delicate but immensely useful HEROS DES LOYAUX (2) who showed promising signs on his recent comeback. HIRONDELLE FEE (12) is 25m worse off but is on the way back up and fitted with front pads this time.
Gave a decent account behind INSIGHT SPOKEN (4) here before faulting in Paris but, stride issues notwithstanding, still has more to find
Gave a decent account behind INSIGHT SPOKEN (4) here before faulting in Paris but, stride issues notwithstanding, still has more to find
Honest mare with references at this level. Front pads fitted and will just need to replicate her Vincennes run to finish in the mix at the crunchy end of the race
Honest mare with references at this level. Front pads fitted and will just need to replicate her Vincennes run to finish in the mix at the crunchy end of the race
Not as sharp as he was earlier in the year but made an encouraging re-entry recently and looks competitively well in
Not as sharp as he was earlier in the year but made an encouraging re-entry recently and looks competitively well in
Respectable trotter but tends to show more when unshod and no more than a minor place prospect this time around
Respectable trotter but tends to show more when unshod and no more than a minor place prospect this time around
Has demonstrated good aptitude when barefoot but stays shod for just 2nd start back and not an obvious choice
Has demonstrated good aptitude when barefoot but stays shod for just 2nd start back and not an obvious choice
Gives a good account of herself for the most part. Thrives when barefoot at Laval and should not disappoint
Gives a good account of herself for the most part. Thrives when barefoot at Laval and should not disappoint
Not the most reliable but is hard to fault when focused. Will have progressed from recent comeback here and, from the front row, can open his autumn account
Not the most reliable but is hard to fault when focused. Will have progressed from recent comeback here and, from the front row, can open his autumn account
Alternates the good with the less good but has ability. Reassured at Enghien last time and, while not a priority, will still have her supporters
Alternates the good with the less good but has ability. Reassured at Enghien last time and, while not a priority, will still have her supporters
Fine trotter that went into his spell on a high note but shoes on for comeback and others preferred
Fine trotter that went into his spell on a high note but shoes on for comeback and others preferred
Classy individual with a good turn of foot. Forced to start on the second line but is not one to be underestimated
Classy individual with a good turn of foot. Forced to start on the second line but is not one to be underestimated
Handy sort when focused, and battle-hardened. May be biting off more than he can chew this time though and the extra 25m only complicates matters
Handy sort when focused, and battle-hardened. May be biting off more than he can chew this time though and the extra 25m only complicates matters
Won 3 on the trot before being sent for a spell. Unraced since and incurring the penalty will do him no favours
Won 3 on the trot before being sent for a spell. Unraced since and incurring the penalty will do him no favours
Hardy mare with an excellent Laval record. Showed her form at Vincennes, despite being denied a run, and even from the second row, can still get in on the action
Hardy mare with an excellent Laval record. Showed her form at Vincennes, despite being denied a run, and even from the second row, can still get in on the action
Known more for his exploits in the other discipline and can be passed over
Known more for his exploits in the other discipline and can be passed over
Classy trotter with an enviable strike-rate. Unraced, however, since the summer and best to keep one's powder dry
Classy trotter with an enviable strike-rate. Unraced, however, since the summer and best to keep one's powder dry
Serious trotter with nothing to prove at Laval but is still being conditioned and best to hold off
Serious trotter with nothing to prove at Laval but is still being conditioned and best to hold off
Very well-entered here and barefoot for his first objective of the autumn term, INCONTOURNABLE (7) looks a serious candidate for success. That being said, INTERACTIVE (2) is fitted with front pads, just as she was at Vincennes, and will be no pushover. ISTAR DES RACQUES (3) will have come on for his return run and can challenge for a spot on the podium, as can the Laval-loving IROISE QUESNOT (6) who is barefoot for her return to competition.
Found, in the ridden game, the perfect antidote to stride issues. Trounced the opposition at Reims and, even though in better company this time, can still make his presence felt
Found, in the ridden game, the perfect antidote to stride issues. Trounced the opposition at Reims and, even though in better company this time, can still make his presence felt
Reliability not his strong suit but has bags of ability. Will be fully fit and, with application, should prove the main threat to GALET STED (10)
Reliability not his strong suit but has bags of ability. Will be fully fit and, with application, should prove the main threat to GALET STED (10)
Has lost nothing since coming to France. Debuts in the discipline, with conditions in his favour, and should not be underestimated
Has lost nothing since coming to France. Debuts in the discipline, with conditions in his favour, and should not be underestimated
Quality individual returning to her code of preference at a more suitable level and, although unlikely to impose, can still figure prominently
Quality individual returning to her code of preference at a more suitable level and, although unlikely to impose, can still figure prominently
Considerably better at a much lower level under harness. Makes just 2nd appearance under the saddle and has nothing to add here
Considerably better at a much lower level under harness. Makes just 2nd appearance under the saddle and has nothing to add here
Disappointing on the whole since placing in a Vincennes Gr.2 during the spring and the handicap just adds to his woes
Disappointing on the whole since placing in a Vincennes Gr.2 during the spring and the handicap just adds to his woes
Has failed to make much impact since placing at Enghien during the summer and needs to raise his game
Has failed to make much impact since placing at Enghien during the summer and needs to raise his game
Respectable type that consistently gives his best. Reunited with Raffin here but, from the 2nd line, will have too much ground to make up
Respectable type that consistently gives his best. Reunited with Raffin here but, from the 2nd line, will have too much ground to make up
Erratic mare that surprised behind GALET STED (10) at Caen but a repeat seems rather improbable
Erratic mare that surprised behind GALET STED (10) at Caen but a repeat seems rather improbable
Thoroughly professional on his recent debut under the saddle. Will have since progressed and, with form maintained, can make it 2-on-the-trot
Thoroughly professional on his recent debut under the saddle. Will have since progressed and, with form maintained, can make it 2-on-the-trot
Started to come good again last time out but faces a significantly tougher test on this occasion, alone on the back line, and appears to represent no more than a minor place chance
Started to come good again last time out but faces a significantly tougher test on this occasion, alone on the back line, and appears to represent no more than a minor place chance
A revelation on his recent monte debut, GALET STED (10) is forced to give away 25m this time but still looks capable of repeating. JEWEL DE BANVILLE (2) has 2 races under his belt, starts on the front line, and will have a lot to offer if Paul Ploquin can keep him trotting. Presently at the top of his game under harness, COOL KRONOS (3) gets an Alexandre Abrivard ride for his monte debut and is not expected to disappoint. Justifiably well-regarded in the ridden code, JUNON (4) will be no pushover in this category.
Given a break following a lacklustre summer. Pleased on comeback and, shod to preference, looks a decent proposition from the first row
Given a break following a lacklustre summer. Pleased on comeback and, shod to preference, looks a decent proposition from the first row
Never far from losing his action but reassured at Enghien mid-October and will not be far off the mark if David Thomain can keep him trotting
Never far from losing his action but reassured at Enghien mid-October and will not be far off the mark if David Thomain can keep him trotting
Dependability not her strong suit but has ability. The least performant on the front line though and will have too much to do
Dependability not her strong suit but has ability. The least performant on the front line though and will have too much to do
Yet to get around Laval unsanctioned but is by some margin the most competitive horse in the field and, barefoot for the first time this term, looks a serious proposition.
Yet to get around Laval unsanctioned but is by some margin the most competitive horse in the field and, barefoot for the first time this term, looks a serious proposition.
Seldom disappoints when racing unshod. Pleased in the capital 8 days ago and starting on the first row here will do his prospects no disservice
Seldom disappoints when racing unshod. Pleased in the capital 8 days ago and starting on the first row here will do his prospects no disservice
Useful type that won here at 3. Always gives his best but, in this company, will need to find more
Useful type that won here at 3. Always gives his best but, in this company, will need to find more
Has never shown any flair for the harness code and can be confidently ruled out
Has never shown any flair for the harness code and can be confidently ruled out
Good campaigner that returned to competition in superb shape. Shoes back on but the Laval profile should nevertheless suit him to a tee
Good campaigner that returned to competition in superb shape. Shoes back on but the Laval profile should nevertheless suit him to a tee
Quality element that should be fit by now. Won when similarly shod over the winter and a repeat is not out of the question
Quality element that should be fit by now. Won when similarly shod over the winter and a repeat is not out of the question
Has not got his nose in front for some time but always gives his best. Confirmed here earlier in the year and, even though shod this time, can still play a small role
Has not got his nose in front for some time but always gives his best. Confirmed here earlier in the year and, even though shod this time, can still play a small role
Not the easiest of horses to handle but has considerable merit. Is in form and can get a look in if he stays in stride
Not the easiest of horses to handle but has considerable merit. Is in form and can get a look in if he stays in stride
Decent sort in both branches of the business but shoes back on and not a priority
Decent sort in both branches of the business but shoes back on and not a priority
Excellent servant being prepared for a return to the monte code and will have nothing to offer
Excellent servant being prepared for a return to the monte code and will have nothing to offer
Erratic but has references at a superior level and has previously won under these conditions. On the back line this time though and no more than a minor place chance
Erratic but has references at a superior level and has previously won under these conditions. On the back line this time though and no more than a minor place chance
Classy colt with form at the highest level. Gives away 50m here however and, with shoes on, is unlikely to shake things up
Classy colt with form at the highest level. Gives away 50m here however and, with shoes on, is unlikely to shake things up
Fine colt but has better references in the other discipline and others preferred
Fine colt but has better references in the other discipline and others preferred
An excellent colt that has yet to disappoint when barefoot, JAPPELOUP TURGOT (4) left a good impression on re-entry at Enghien and, from the front line, should be able to wrap this up. Matthieu Abrivard will nevertheless be keeping a watchful eye on the similarly well-placed JOLIKOVA D'ARIANE (1) who gave a good account of herself at Vincennes 12 days ago. Excellent at the same venue when shod as he is this time, JINGLE DU PONT (9) can defy the 25m handicap and finish in the mix at the business end. JUST A BOY D'ALESA (8) did not miss a beat getting back to his best and, even though shod this time, still looks a player.
Promising during the spring but has since lost his way and will again have nothing to offer
Promising during the spring but has since lost his way and will again have nothing to offer
Serious filly that won here during the spring but first start back and will not be given a hard race
Serious filly that won here during the spring but first start back and will not be given a hard race
Proven at Laval and recently showed her form at Enghien but, against the colts, will have limited prospects
Proven at Laval and recently showed her form at Enghien but, against the colts, will have limited prospects
Faithful servant that has yet to finish out of the first 3. In better company this time but breaks in front and will be competitive for a place in the frame
Faithful servant that has yet to finish out of the first 3. In better company this time but breaks in front and will be competitive for a place in the frame
Fine colt that imposed on re-entry before a lacklustre run last time out. Leading driver in the sulky this time and can give KIM FOREVER (6) a run for her money
Fine colt that imposed on re-entry before a lacklustre run last time out. Leading driver in the sulky this time and can give KIM FOREVER (6) a run for her money
Serious future prospect that left a very good impression on first start back. Will take well to Laval conditions and has every chance of opening her autumn account
Serious future prospect that left a very good impression on first start back. Will take well to Laval conditions and has every chance of opening her autumn account
Destined for a future under the saddle. Is no slouch under harness but chances limited on first start since June
Destined for a future under the saddle. Is no slouch under harness but chances limited on first start since June
Useful type that showed marked improvement last time out. Fitted with front pads for the occasion and, with form maintained, can trot his way into the money
Useful type that showed marked improvement last time out. Fitted with front pads for the occasion and, with form maintained, can trot his way into the money
Has twice impressed this term when fitted with pads. Is new to the venue but is clearly in form and can get a look in
Has twice impressed this term when fitted with pads. Is new to the venue but is clearly in form and can get a look in
Progressive filly that has steadily, and successfully, climbed the class ladder. Unraced since late August but has a good entry and is unlikely to be far from the action
Progressive filly that has steadily, and successfully, climbed the class ladder. Unraced since late August but has a good entry and is unlikely to be far from the action
Better under the saddle but has decent harness references. Here as a remedial case though and unlikely to spring a surprise
Better under the saddle but has decent harness references. Here as a remedial case though and unlikely to spring a surprise
Good, consistent sort that has yet to let the side down. Surprisingly beaten by KANT (16) last time but benefits from a decent engagement in front and can again figure prominently
Good, consistent sort that has yet to let the side down. Surprisingly beaten by KANT (16) last time but benefits from a decent engagement in front and can again figure prominently
Won a Vincennes Class D with ease before pleasantly surprising in a Class A next time. Unlikely to repeat but should still give an honourable account
Won a Vincennes Class D with ease before pleasantly surprising in a Class A next time. Unlikely to repeat but should still give an honourable account
Capable colt making his first appearance for over 2 months and best to hold off this time
Capable colt making his first appearance for over 2 months and best to hold off this time
Showed early promise before being campaigned unsuccessfully at a higher level. Returns to a more reasonable category but not a priority on first start since the spring
Showed early promise before being campaigned unsuccessfully at a higher level. Returns to a more reasonable category but not a priority on first start since the spring
Improving type that won in Paris last time out but shod on this occasion and others preferred
Improving type that won in Paris last time out but shod on this occasion and others preferred
Undeniably talented but was more than a handful over the summer. Unseen for 2.5 months and not an obvious choice
Undeniably talented but was more than a handful over the summer. Unseen for 2.5 months and not an obvious choice
Group-class filly with nothing to prove at this level. Incurs the penalty but has other priorities and unlikely to shake things up
Group-class filly with nothing to prove at this level. Incurs the penalty but has other priorities and unlikely to shake things up
Impressive to date and solid on her recent return to competition, KIM FOREVER (6) will have come on for the run and can make her Laval debut a winning one. Given a short breather after failing to fire at Le Mont-Saint-Michel, KALIF LANDIA (5) is entrusted to Alexandre Abrivard for the occasion and can more than make amends. KETAMINE D'UZE (10) started to come good again over the summer and, despite not having raced for 2 months, she will still have her chances. KAID MARTIN (4) has yet to step a foot out of place, is confirmed under these conditions and, even though stepping up in class, must be respected.
Placed in a similar event earlier in the year but has been disappointing since and will have few, if any, takers
Placed in a similar event earlier in the year but has been disappointing since and will have few, if any, takers
Has done little of note under harness for some time and, even in this modest field, can be confidently passed over
Has done little of note under harness for some time and, even in this modest field, can be confidently passed over
Not the most reliable of horses but can trot when focused. Unlikely to spring a massive surprise but, in this company, can make his presence felt
Not the most reliable of horses but can trot when focused. Unlikely to spring a massive surprise but, in this company, can make his presence felt
Showed signs of redemption earlier in the year but has form has since regressed and chances slim
Showed signs of redemption earlier in the year but has form has since regressed and chances slim
Seldom makes any impression when racing shod and latest form does little to inspire confidence
Seldom makes any impression when racing shod and latest form does little to inspire confidence
Faithful servant that regularly finds himself in the thick of things. Has previously placed here, starts in front, and can get a look in
Faithful servant that regularly finds himself in the thick of things. Has previously placed here, starts in front, and can get a look in
A regular in this category but has struggled somewhat of late. Revised shoeing formula however, breaks from the first row, and will have his supporters
A regular in this category but has struggled somewhat of late. Revised shoeing formula however, breaks from the first row, and will have his supporters
Unremarkable trotter that only occasionally gets a look in and, with shoes on, looks thoroughly outclassed
Unremarkable trotter that only occasionally gets a look in and, with shoes on, looks thoroughly outclassed
Hardy trotter that has been performing decently in better company of late. Forced to start on back line but still looks the one to beat
Hardy trotter that has been performing decently in better company of late. Forced to start on back line but still looks the one to beat
Takes a significant dip in category but incurs the handicap and has not done enough to be considered a player
Takes a significant dip in category but incurs the handicap and has not done enough to be considered a player
Significantly better in the other code but is confirmed under harness and, if form transitions, could pleasantly surprise
Significantly better in the other code but is confirmed under harness and, if form transitions, could pleasantly surprise
Out of the picture in last 2 but has significantly better credentials than most here and, on good behaviour, can start to set the record straight
Out of the picture in last 2 but has significantly better credentials than most here and, on good behaviour, can start to set the record straight
Moderate type that tends to show more under the saddle. Here to make amends for recent monte flop and, proven in the category, should not be far from the action
Moderate type that tends to show more under the saddle. Here to make amends for recent monte flop and, proven in the category, should not be far from the action
Tough campaigner at this level of competition. Has enjoyed a productive season so far and is expected to keep the trend going. Chance
Tough campaigner at this level of competition. Has enjoyed a productive season so far and is expected to keep the trend going. Chance
A complete write-off for some time and has no realistic chance
A complete write-off for some time and has no realistic chance
Winner at this level and has recently been pleasing in the claiming category. Not easy to handle but can play a prominent role if Michel Poirier keeps him trotting
Winner at this level and has recently been pleasing in the claiming category. Not easy to handle but can play a prominent role if Michel Poirier keeps him trotting
A fairly modest bunch this but competitive nevertheless. GUNNAR LA MESANGE (9) does not benefit from an ideal entry but he is better than most here and current form bodes well for his chances. Principal opposition is likely to take the form of FILOU DE PAM (14) who can boast a good record in the amateur category. Hard to fault when she can keep her action together, GUINGAMP OLIVERIE (3) will not be far off the mark if applied. GITAN DU LUPIN (13) returns to the harness code in search of redemption and, given his last amateur effort, can put on a decent show.
