Laval 03 October 2026
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Unplaced in a Class E at Marseille-Borely over 2,300m on 20 March. Has not been seen out since and even though barefoot still has no realistic chance
Unplaced in a Class E at Marseille-Borely over 2,300m on 20 March. Has not been seen out since and even though barefoot still has no realistic chance
Finished 10th in a Class E over course and distance on 10 September following a pair of good performances on turf. Always holds her own here but seldom excels
Finished 10th in a Class E over course and distance on 10 September following a pair of good performances on turf. Always holds her own here but seldom excels
Has not been seen out since finishing 5th in a Class F over course and distance on 18 February. Is plainly in conditioning-mode and best to keep one's powder dry
Has not been seen out since finishing 5th in a Class F over course and distance on 18 February. Is plainly in conditioning-mode and best to keep one's powder dry
Ran 7th in a Class E Apprentices' race at Alencon over 2,650m on 6 September. Gave a good account last time here but recent form does little to inspire confidence
Ran 7th in a Class E Apprentices' race at Alencon over 2,650m on 6 September. Gave a good account last time here but recent form does little to inspire confidence
Out of the picture in last 3, but returns to a track she appreciates and should be taken seriously
Out of the picture in last 3, but returns to a track she appreciates and should be taken seriously
Returns to Laval after winning a Rambouillet Class G in good order a fortnight ago. Excels here and can repeat
Returns to Laval after winning a Rambouillet Class G in good order a fortnight ago. Excels here and can repeat
Disqualified in a Bernay Class F 3 weeks ago. Needs to reassure but sports fresh shoeing and the engagement of Sebastien Ernault will do her chances no disservice
Disqualified in a Bernay Class F 3 weeks ago. Needs to reassure but sports fresh shoeing and the engagement of Sebastien Ernault will do her chances no disservice
Has not been seen out since running fifth in a Class C at Vincennes over 2,850m on 31 January. Is being prepared for a winter campaign and is not a priority
Has not been seen out since running fifth in a Class C at Vincennes over 2,850m on 31 January. Is being prepared for a winter campaign and is not a priority
Makes first appearance since finishing unplaced in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,850m on 15 February. Has ability but is not the most courageous and others preferred
Makes first appearance since finishing unplaced in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,850m on 15 February. Has ability but is not the most courageous and others preferred
Victorious in a Class E Apprentices' race at Cholet over 2,800m on 20 September, just her second start back. Thrives in the day's configuration and will be no pushover
Victorious in a Class E Apprentices' race at Cholet over 2,800m on 20 September, just her second start back. Thrives in the day's configuration and will be no pushover
Starts for the first time since being disqualified in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,100m on 6 June. Stays shod for the occasion and is not a concern
Starts for the first time since being disqualified in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,100m on 6 June. Stays shod for the occasion and is not a concern
Has not been seen out since finishing unplaced in a Class D at Craon over 2,775m on 21 June. Presents excellent Laval references though and cannot be discounted
Has not been seen out since finishing unplaced in a Class D at Craon over 2,775m on 21 June. Presents excellent Laval references though and cannot be discounted
Performant for the most part but disqualified on turf 3 weeks ago. Has been reconfigured for the occasion and will be expected to put things right
Performant for the most part but disqualified on turf 3 weeks ago. Has been reconfigured for the occasion and will be expected to put things right
Finished 8th in a Class D at Enghien over 2,875m on 16 April. Has not been seen out since and with shoes fitted is unlikely to spring any surprises
Finished 8th in a Class D at Enghien over 2,875m on 16 April. Has not been seen out since and with shoes fitted is unlikely to spring any surprises
Never far from faulting but has ample ability. Is close to the limit of earnings, with Eric Raffin in the bike, and looks a serious proposition
Never far from faulting but has ample ability. Is close to the limit of earnings, with Eric Raffin in the bike, and looks a serious proposition
Back at Laval, a track she likes, KEMILLA DE BRION (6) looks capable of following up after winning on turf in weaker company. KETAMINE D'UZE (15) sports modified shoeing, enjoys an ideal entry, and is another solid option. KALIAKIE PHEDO (10), in race-mode, and KELOMA DREAM (5) can fight it out for the third step on the podium
Got the summer off to a good start but has since lost her way, lastly unplaced in a Class G at La Capelle a month ago, and is not about to spring any surprises
Got the summer off to a good start but has since lost her way, lastly unplaced in a Class G at La Capelle a month ago, and is not about to spring any surprises
Finished 7th in a Class E at Nantes over 3,000m on 1 June. Has not been seen out since and is not about to shake things up
Finished 7th in a Class E at Nantes over 3,000m on 1 June. Has not been seen out since and is not about to shake things up
Has won 2 of last 3 starts, most recently a Class C at Beaumont-de-Lomagne on 14 September. Is confirmed at Laval and, with Eric Raffin in the bike, is not about to disappoint
Has won 2 of last 3 starts, most recently a Class C at Beaumont-de-Lomagne on 14 September. Is confirmed at Laval and, with Eric Raffin in the bike, is not about to disappoint
Third in a Class E Apprentices' race at Pornichet over 2,725m on 6 August. In this company, however, a repeat seems unlikely
Third in a Class E Apprentices' race at Pornichet over 2,725m on 6 August. In this company, however, a repeat seems unlikely
Disqualified in an Amiens Class E 2 weeks ago, but returns to the venue of his last victory and the engagement of Mathieu Mottier will do his chances no harm
Disqualified in an Amiens Class E 2 weeks ago, but returns to the venue of his last victory and the engagement of Mathieu Mottier will do his chances no harm
Has blotted his copy book just the once this summer, most recently coming third in an Amiens Class E a fortnight ago, and is unlikely to be far from the action
Has blotted his copy book just the once this summer, most recently coming third in an Amiens Class E a fortnight ago, and is unlikely to be far from the action
Second in a Class E at Vincennes over 2,100m on 20 September. Has not put a foot wrong for 3 months and is unlikely to begin now. Chance
Second in a Class E at Vincennes over 2,100m on 20 September. Has not put a foot wrong for 3 months and is unlikely to begin now. Chance
Third in a Class E at Reims over 2,500m on 13 September. Tends to show more a level down though and is not a concern
Third in a Class E at Reims over 2,500m on 13 September. Tends to show more a level down though and is not a concern
Successful in a Class D at Feurs over 2,850m on 16 September. Consistently gives a good account of himself and should prove competitive for a place in the picture
Successful in a Class D at Feurs over 2,850m on 16 September. Consistently gives a good account of himself and should prove competitive for a place in the picture
Finished 9th in a Class D at Cabourg over 2,750m on 28 August, failing to confirm her Vichy performance, and others easier to back
Finished 9th in a Class D at Cabourg over 2,750m on 28 August, failing to confirm her Vichy performance, and others easier to back
Made it 4 wins in 5 starts when successful in a Class E Apprentices' race at Amiens over 2,400m on 19 September. Simply excels at Laval and should take all the beating
Made it 4 wins in 5 starts when successful in a Class E Apprentices' race at Amiens over 2,400m on 19 September. Simply excels at Laval and should take all the beating
Successful in a monte Class E Apprentices' race at Vincennes over 2,700m on 4 September. Is not as performant under harness but is still good enough to challenge for a spot in first five
Successful in a monte Class E Apprentices' race at Vincennes over 2,700m on 4 September. Is not as performant under harness but is still good enough to challenge for a spot in first five
Ran encouraging 4th in an Ecommoy Class E 3 weeks ago, but has otherwise looked very ordinary, and a repeat seems unlikely
Ran encouraging 4th in an Ecommoy Class E 3 weeks ago, but has otherwise looked very ordinary, and a repeat seems unlikely
JURILOVCA (11) has recorded three wins and a second place from four starts at Laval. At the top of her game and barefoot, she looks a solid choice. IN LOVE D'ECAJEUL (7) has also been highly consistent and, shod to preference, looks dangerous, as does JUGEMENT D'AVE (3), who is reunited with Eric Raffin. Racing with four pads for the first time, the in-form JOKER D'OLAINE (9) is very easy to recommend.
Makes first appearance since finishing 5th in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,100m on 20 February and is going to need the run
Makes first appearance since finishing 5th in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,100m on 20 February and is going to need the run
Unplaced, on comeback, in a Class E at Nantes over 3,000m on 25 September. Will have improved for the run and, even though shod, he has form here and must not be overlooked
Unplaced, on comeback, in a Class E at Nantes over 3,000m on 25 September. Will have improved for the run and, even though shod, he has form here and must not be overlooked
Third in a Class E at Tours over 2,800m on 6 September. Faces a much tougher task on this occasion and cannot be considered a player
Third in a Class E at Tours over 2,800m on 6 September. Faces a much tougher task on this occasion and cannot be considered a player
Third in a Class E at Chatelaillon over 2,500m on 27 July, a fortnight after running 2nd on turf. Has not been seen out since, but will be barefoot and cannot be discounted
Third in a Class E at Chatelaillon over 2,500m on 27 July, a fortnight after running 2nd on turf. Has not been seen out since, but will be barefoot and cannot be discounted
Was unable to confirm Pornichet victory when 4th in a 2100m Vincennes Class E 3 weeks ago but in current condition could well get his head in front
Was unable to confirm Pornichet victory when 4th in a 2100m Vincennes Class E 3 weeks ago but in current condition could well get his head in front
Victorious in a Class E at Tours over 2,800m on 6 September, making it 5 on the trot. Is in superior company here and will struggle to make his mark
Victorious in a Class E at Tours over 2,800m on 6 September, making it 5 on the trot. Is in superior company here and will struggle to make his mark
Returns to racing left-handed after running 6th in a Cabourg Class D on 14 August. Has never shown much liking for Laval but the new formula may be just the ticket
Returns to racing left-handed after running 6th in a Cabourg Class D on 14 August. Has never shown much liking for Laval but the new formula may be just the ticket
Comfortably won a Class C at Toulouse over 2,950m on 18 September. Has won 3 of his last 5 starts and looks a serious player on Laval bow
Comfortably won a Class C at Toulouse over 2,950m on 18 September. Has won 3 of his last 5 starts and looks a serious player on Laval bow
Endured a tough trip, finishing 9th in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,100m on 15 September. Is considerably better than that and Matthieu Abrivard will be eager to prove the point
Endured a tough trip, finishing 9th in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,100m on 15 September. Is considerably better than that and Matthieu Abrivard will be eager to prove the point
Successful in a Class E at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2,775m on 12 September, complementing his Enghien success of a month earlier. In this company, is unlikely to secure the three-timer, but should nevertheless acquit himself competitively
Successful in a Class E at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2,775m on 12 September, complementing his Enghien success of a month earlier. In this company, is unlikely to secure the three-timer, but should nevertheless acquit himself competitively
Has not been seen out since finishing 6th in a Class D at Les Andelys over 2,525m on 21 June. Is a very good servant for the most part but is going to need the race
Has not been seen out since finishing 6th in a Class D at Les Andelys over 2,525m on 21 June. Is a very good servant for the most part but is going to need the race
Ran 6th in a Class E at Angers over 3,125m on 9 September. Has not been at his most performant lately and is unlikely to create an upset
Ran 6th in a Class E at Angers over 3,125m on 9 September. Has not been at his most performant lately and is unlikely to create an upset
Scored just the 2nd victory of his career when securing a Vire Class E in late-August. Takes on a better lot this time but is reunited with his trainer and should give an honest account
Scored just the 2nd victory of his career when securing a Vire Class E in late-August. Takes on a better lot this time but is reunited with his trainer and should give an honest account
Starts for the first time since being disqualified in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,100m on 10 April. Has bags of ability, but is still being conditioned
Starts for the first time since being disqualified in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,100m on 10 April. Has bags of ability, but is still being conditioned
Surprise winner of a Class D at Le Mont-Saint-Michel in June, but has made no impact since and can be ruled out
Surprise winner of a Class D at Le Mont-Saint-Michel in June, but has made no impact since and can be ruled out
Runner-up in a Class D at Lisieux over 2,725m on 17 August. Has won under these conditions already this season, comes here fresh, and can wrap this up
Runner-up in a Class D at Lisieux over 2,725m on 17 August. Has won under these conditions already this season, comes here fresh, and can wrap this up
With Mathieu Mottier in the sulky, LOOK PEJI (16) has won twice and finished second from as many starts. He looks a solid choice for this superb engagement. LATINO WIND (8) is only turned out when conditions are right. LEADER BOURBON (5) and LUXOR D'AUVILLIER (9) are competitive at this level, at least for a place. LIVE YOUR DREAMS (7) sports a new configuration and gets a thumbs-up from his trainer.
Has done nothing noteworthy since placing in a Graignes Class F last March and has no possible chance
Has done nothing noteworthy since placing in a Graignes Class F last March and has no possible chance
Finished 10th in a Class E under these conditions on 10 September. Has been re-shod for his first objective of the autumn but others still easier to back
Finished 10th in a Class E under these conditions on 10 September. Has been re-shod for his first objective of the autumn but others still easier to back
Starts for the first time since being disqualified in a Class E at Enghien over 2,875m on 6 March. Sports a fresh configuration, but is still not a priority
Starts for the first time since being disqualified in a Class E at Enghien over 2,875m on 6 March. Sports a fresh configuration, but is still not a priority
Finished 5th in a Class E over course and distance on 28 August. Has the wherewithal to get a look in here but would be preferred competitively-shod
Finished 5th in a Class E over course and distance on 28 August. Has the wherewithal to get a look in here but would be preferred competitively-shod
Fifth in a Class E at Bernay over 2,800m on 13 September. Is plainly in fine shape but would have better prospects if barefoot
Fifth in a Class E at Bernay over 2,800m on 13 September. Is plainly in fine shape but would have better prospects if barefoot
Has been most disappointing since returning to competition in June and can be confidently written off
Has been most disappointing since returning to competition in June and can be confidently written off
Failed to make it four in a row when second in a Class E at Chateaubriant over 3,000m on 13 September. Should appreciate Laval conditions and Eric Raffin will be eager to return to the winners' enclosure
Failed to make it four in a row when second in a Class E at Chateaubriant over 3,000m on 13 September. Should appreciate Laval conditions and Eric Raffin will be eager to return to the winners' enclosure
Never far from faulting, as he showed at Pornichet a fortnight ago, but has buckets of ability and will be dangerous if Mathieu Mottier keeps him focused
Never far from faulting, as he showed at Pornichet a fortnight ago, but has buckets of ability and will be dangerous if Mathieu Mottier keeps him focused
Finished 2nd in a Class E at Nantes over 3,000m on 25 September. Is unlikely to make the frame this time, but is worth retaining all the same
Finished 2nd in a Class E at Nantes over 3,000m on 25 September. Is unlikely to make the frame this time, but is worth retaining all the same
Finished 5th in a Class E at Pornichet over 2,725m on 19 September. Matthieu Abrivard in the bike this time and a repeat is easy to envisage
Finished 5th in a Class E at Pornichet over 2,725m on 19 September. Matthieu Abrivard in the bike this time and a repeat is easy to envisage
Superb in 3 straight, including over course and distance, before being disqualified early in a Pornichet Class E two weeks ago. Is reunited with Benjamin Rochard who has won 2 for 2 with him and represents a leading chance
Superb in 3 straight, including over course and distance, before being disqualified early in a Pornichet Class E two weeks ago. Is reunited with Benjamin Rochard who has won 2 for 2 with him and represents a leading chance
Won a Class E at Alencon on 6 September but was unable to repeat when 6th in a Class E at La Capelle a fortnight later. Is significantly better than that though and Alan Gendrot will be keen to prove the point
Won a Class E at Alencon on 6 September but was unable to repeat when 6th in a Class E at La Capelle a fortnight later. Is significantly better than that though and Alan Gendrot will be keen to prove the point
Has not been seen out since running 7th in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,850m on 27 January. Is shod for the occasion and best to hold off
Has not been seen out since running 7th in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,850m on 27 January. Is shod for the occasion and best to hold off
MAZEPPA (7) suffered a first defeat on his fourth start. He retains Eric Raffin's confidence though and can return to winning ways. He will nevertheless need to watch out for MAJOR DU BELVER (11), who ran second here before blundering at Pornichet. At this level, MERCATO DES FORGES (8) and the nicely-engaged and reconfigured MILANO BOCNEUF (12) have the means to make the podium.
Returns from the Riviera after having pleased twice in a Class E over 2925m, but will race shod this time and can be ruled out
Returns from the Riviera after having pleased twice in a Class E over 2925m, but will race shod this time and can be ruled out
Got off the mark for the season when victorious in a Pornichet Class F on 24 August. Finds herself in better company this time, but can still make her presence felt
Got off the mark for the season when victorious in a Pornichet Class F on 24 August. Finds herself in better company this time, but can still make her presence felt
Has not been seen out since finishing unplaced in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,700m on 1 February. Has ample ability but is going to need the run
Has not been seen out since finishing unplaced in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,700m on 1 February. Has ample ability but is going to need the run
Finished 3rd in a Class E over course and distance on 10 September. Is plainly close to her race and can bring the fight to MY LADY BLUE (11)
Finished 3rd in a Class E over course and distance on 10 September. Is plainly close to her race and can bring the fight to MY LADY BLUE (11)
Encouraging 5th in a Class E at Chatelaillon-La Rochelle 2 months ago. Comes here fresh and it is only a question of time before she gets back in the game
Encouraging 5th in a Class E at Chatelaillon-La Rochelle 2 months ago. Comes here fresh and it is only a question of time before she gets back in the game
Put three disqualifications behind her to run 5th in a Pornichet Class E on 27 August, however a repeat seems unlikely
Put three disqualifications behind her to run 5th in a Pornichet Class E on 27 August, however a repeat seems unlikely
Surprise winner at Les Sables-d'Olonne in early-August but has twice failed to confirm and can be passed over
Surprise winner at Les Sables-d'Olonne in early-August but has twice failed to confirm and can be passed over
Won a Class E at Royan-La Palmyre over 2,475m on 30 August, making it 3 in a row. Faces a tougher test this time but is undefeated with Matthieu Abrivard and warrants considerable respect
Won a Class E at Royan-La Palmyre over 2,475m on 30 August, making it 3 in a row. Faces a tougher test this time but is undefeated with Matthieu Abrivard and warrants considerable respect
Ran 6th on comeback in a Class E at Vire over 2,800m on 6 September. Will have progressed for the race and should have the wherewithal to make the picture this time
Ran 6th on comeback in a Class E at Vire over 2,800m on 6 September. Will have progressed for the race and should have the wherewithal to make the picture this time
Already twice a winner this summer but has disappointed in last two and needs to get her act together
Already twice a winner this summer but has disappointed in last two and needs to get her act together
Placed in last 2, most recently 2nd in a 2900m Amiens Class E 2 weeks ago, and has a realistic chance of opening her autumn account
Placed in last 2, most recently 2nd in a 2900m Amiens Class E 2 weeks ago, and has a realistic chance of opening her autumn account
Made up somewhat for Saint-Malo disqualification when 3rd in a Pornichet Class E in late-August. Appears to be close to her best and can go close
Made up somewhat for Saint-Malo disqualification when 3rd in a Pornichet Class E in late-August. Appears to be close to her best and can go close
Has done nothing of note since placing in an Argentan Class E in May and has nothing to offer
Has done nothing of note since placing in an Argentan Class E in May and has nothing to offer
Failed to confirm Cabourg performance when trounced at Vire early last month and others easier to support
Failed to confirm Cabourg performance when trounced at Vire early last month and others easier to support
Surprise 3rd at Rochefort-sur-Loire on 16 August but was unable to repeat 3 weeks ago at Chateauroux and will have few friends
Surprise 3rd at Rochefort-sur-Loire on 16 August but was unable to repeat 3 weeks ago at Chateauroux and will have few friends
Finished 8th in a Class E at Nantes over 3,000m on 14 May. Stays shod for comeback and can be passed over
Finished 8th in a Class E at Nantes over 3,000m on 14 May. Stays shod for comeback and can be passed over
MY LADY BLUE (11) and MELROSE DES VAUX (4) have been knocking at the door and both look thoroughly capable of winning this. Oddly out of sorts at Vire, MONA PAGE (9) will be reunited with Alexis Collette and can make the frame, as can MA ROSE DE SARTHE (12), who has been reconfigured for the occasion. MAJESTIC LADY (8) completed the hat-trick on turf and even though stepping up in category, must be taken seriously.
Imposed on debut in May but was disqualified on re-entry two months later at Meslay-du-Maine. Comes here fresh and can play a small part if he keeps trotting
Imposed on debut in May but was disqualified on re-entry two months later at Meslay-du-Maine. Comes here fresh and can play a small part if he keeps trotting
Showed early promise but has been a write-off since and has no realistic chance
Showed early promise but has been a write-off since and has no realistic chance
Finished 4th in a Class F at Agon-Coutainville over 2200m on 16 August. Has shown decent aptitude but is biting off more than he can chew this time
Finished 4th in a Class F at Agon-Coutainville over 2200m on 16 August. Has shown decent aptitude but is biting off more than he can chew this time
Lost his maiden tag at Les Sables-d'Olonne in late-August prior to being disqualified in a Reims Class D 3 weeks ago. Has plenty of talent though and will be no soft touch if he keeps his action together
Lost his maiden tag at Les Sables-d'Olonne in late-August prior to being disqualified in a Reims Class D 3 weeks ago. Has plenty of talent though and will be no soft touch if he keeps his action together
Finished 3rd in a Class F at La Ferte-Vidame over 2,750m on 23 August. Matthieu Abrivard gets the nod this time and a place in the frame is well within his charge's capability
Finished 3rd in a Class F at La Ferte-Vidame over 2,750m on 23 August. Matthieu Abrivard gets the nod this time and a place in the frame is well within his charge's capability
Won a Class G at Le Touquet over 2100m on 20 September, a fortnight after placing at Evreux. Takes to a hard surface for the first time, but with Benjamin Rochard reining will have his chances
Won a Class G at Le Touquet over 2100m on 20 September, a fortnight after placing at Evreux. Takes to a hard surface for the first time, but with Benjamin Rochard reining will have his chances
Got off the mark in a Class H at Abbeville over 2300m on 6 September. Is competitively-shod for the first time and has a realistic chance of confirming
Got off the mark in a Class H at Abbeville over 2300m on 6 September. Is competitively-shod for the first time and has a realistic chance of confirming
Ran pleasant 4th in a Cholet Class F 2 weeks ago. Has been freshly re-shod but is not an obvious choice
Ran pleasant 4th in a Cholet Class F 2 weeks ago. Has been freshly re-shod but is not an obvious choice
Fifth in a Class E at Lisieux over 2,725m on 29 August. Has demonstrated decent aptitude but at this level will struggle to make his mark
Fifth in a Class E at Lisieux over 2,725m on 29 August. Has demonstrated decent aptitude but at this level will struggle to make his mark
Delicate type that lost his maiden tag in a Class G at Les Sables-d'Olonne on 17 August. Will be reunited with Eric Raffin and should not be far off the mark if he keeps him focused
Delicate type that lost his maiden tag in a Class G at Les Sables-d'Olonne on 17 August. Will be reunited with Eric Raffin and should not be far off the mark if he keeps him focused
Third in a Class F at Rambouillet over 2,000m on 6 September, 3 weeks after getting off the mark at Vibraye. Faces a much tougher task this time around and is unlikely to shake things up
Third in a Class F at Rambouillet over 2,000m on 6 September, 3 weeks after getting off the mark at Vibraye. Faces a much tougher task this time around and is unlikely to shake things up
Ran reassuring 2nd in a Class F at Rambouillet on 6 September, however a repeat seems most improbable
Ran reassuring 2nd in a Class F at Rambouillet on 6 September, however a repeat seems most improbable
Got off the mark at Le Sap in August but has twice failed to confirm, most recently 8th in a Class E at Bernay over 2,800m on 30 August, and will have few takers
Got off the mark at Le Sap in August but has twice failed to confirm, most recently 8th in a Class E at Bernay over 2,800m on 30 August, and will have few takers
Victorious in a Class F at Nort Sur Erdre over 2,400m on 6 September. Is unlikely to repeat but is plainly on the way up and should give a good account of himself
Victorious in a Class F at Nort Sur Erdre over 2,400m on 6 September. Is unlikely to repeat but is plainly on the way up and should give a good account of himself
Lost his maiden status at Redon in early-September but was unable to confirm a fortnight later and can be passed over
Lost his maiden status at Redon in early-September but was unable to confirm a fortnight later and can be passed over
Racing with four pads for the first time, NOOKER (8) looks capable of reversing the form with the tricky NEWDEAL SAUTREUIL (5) who finished ahead of him at Les Sables-d'Olonne at the end of August. Prepared for this on turf, NILTON DU CHOQUEL (7), NIKY DU LOGIS (6), and well-engaged recent winner, NOUVEAU DU CEBE (15), also look competitive for the places.
Modest element returning to the code after three conditioners, but has no love for the venue and can be confidently disregarded
Modest element returning to the code after three conditioners, but has no love for the venue and can be confidently disregarded
Disqualified in last 2, the latest a Class E over course and distance on 5 July. Has not been seen out since but is plainly in competition-mode and can get a look in
Disqualified in last 2, the latest a Class E over course and distance on 5 July. Has not been seen out since but is plainly in competition-mode and can get a look in
Unplaced in a harness Class F at Nort Sur Erdre over 2,400m on 6 September and debuts in the code with little ambition
Unplaced in a harness Class F at Nort Sur Erdre over 2,400m on 6 September and debuts in the code with little ambition
6th in a Class F at Sable-sur-Sarthe on 30 August, however in this company will have few takers
6th in a Class F at Sable-sur-Sarthe on 30 August, however in this company will have few takers
Has looked ordinary for some time, most recently last of 13 in a harness Class E over course and distance nine days ago, and can be passed over
Has looked ordinary for some time, most recently last of 13 in a harness Class E over course and distance nine days ago, and can be passed over
Produced a pair of good runs before being disqualified in a Class E at Ecommoy 3 weeks ago. Is barefoot this time but is not a concern
Produced a pair of good runs before being disqualified in a Class E at Ecommoy 3 weeks ago. Is barefoot this time but is not a concern
Finished 6th in a Class E at Mauquenchy over 2,850m on 10 September. Tends to show more at a lower level and is unlikely to cause an upset
Finished 6th in a Class E at Mauquenchy over 2,850m on 10 September. Tends to show more at a lower level and is unlikely to cause an upset
Finished 9th in a harness Class E at Nantes over 3,000m on 25 September. Returns to her code of preference with a pair of conditioners under her belt and with Alexis Collette in the irons will be afforded every chance
Finished 9th in a harness Class E at Nantes over 3,000m on 25 September. Returns to her code of preference with a pair of conditioners under her belt and with Alexis Collette in the irons will be afforded every chance
Produced something of a surprise when successful in a Sable-sur-Sarthe Class F in late-August, however at this level, will have nothing to contribute
Produced something of a surprise when successful in a Sable-sur-Sarthe Class F in late-August, however at this level, will have nothing to contribute
Sprang quite the surprise at Ecommoy 3 weeks ago when victorious in a 2750m Class E. Has never failed to deliver in this branch of the business but chances appear limited this time around
Sprang quite the surprise at Ecommoy 3 weeks ago when victorious in a 2750m Class E. Has never failed to deliver in this branch of the business but chances appear limited this time around
Debuts in the discipline after running 9th in a Vincennes harness Class E early last month. Has shown some ability in the other code but cannot be considered a priority
Debuts in the discipline after running 9th in a Vincennes harness Class E early last month. Has shown some ability in the other code but cannot be considered a priority
Has been disqualified in 4 consecutive starts, the latest a Class F at Caen over 2,450m on 27 May. Is not short of ability though and on good behaviour can make this her own
Has been disqualified in 4 consecutive starts, the latest a Class F at Caen over 2,450m on 27 May. Is not short of ability though and on good behaviour can make this her own
Ran 10th on comeback in a Pornichet Class E 2 weeks ago. Showed considerable monte class earlier in the year and, if sufficiently-fit, can finish in the money
Ran 10th on comeback in a Pornichet Class E 2 weeks ago. Showed considerable monte class earlier in the year and, if sufficiently-fit, can finish in the money
Finished 4th in a Class D at Enghien over 2,875m on 26 September. Should take well to Laval conditions but may just be taking on too much
Finished 4th in a Class D at Enghien over 2,875m on 26 September. Should take well to Laval conditions but may just be taking on too much
Finished 6th in a Class E at Cabourg over 2,750m on 14 August. Has yet to deliver here but is not devoid of ability and can pick up minor honours
Finished 6th in a Class E at Cabourg over 2,750m on 14 August. Has yet to deliver here but is not devoid of ability and can pick up minor honours
Fourth in a Class E at Pornichet over 2,725m on 19 September. Benefits from a good entry, Benjamin Rochard knows him well, and looks a decent place chance
Fourth in a Class E at Pornichet over 2,725m on 19 September. Benefits from a good entry, Benjamin Rochard knows him well, and looks a decent place chance
Quality element making first start since running 4th in a Vincennes Class D in April. Is barefoot for the occasion though and can challenge for a place in the picture
Quality element making first start since running 4th in a Vincennes Class D in April. Is barefoot for the occasion though and can challenge for a place in the picture
It is often a case of all-or-nothing with the tricky but talented MISS DE BAILLE (12) who sports a new configuration for the occasion. MAESTRIA DU PLAIN (8) has nothing left to prove under the saddle and, even though shod, is still a contender. Making her debut in the discipline, MONTANA MONNERIE (16) is preferred to MAITRE PAJELO (17), whose only drawback is that he is making his re-entry, and MADISON MATIDY (13), who faces her first objective of the season.
Previously a good sort but has been off the boil so far this year and is not a realistic proposition
Previously a good sort but has been off the boil so far this year and is not a realistic proposition
Fifth in a Class H Amateurs' race at Les Andelys over 2,550m on 29 August. Goes barefoot this time but seems to be taking on too much
Fifth in a Class H Amateurs' race at Les Andelys over 2,550m on 29 August. Goes barefoot this time but seems to be taking on too much
Ran 7th in a Class H Apprentices' race at Blain over 3,200m on 21 September. Is considerably better at this level though and from the front line can give this a good go
Ran 7th in a Class H Apprentices' race at Blain over 3,200m on 21 September. Is considerably better at this level though and from the front line can give this a good go
Unplaced in a Class H Apprentices' race at Blain over 3,200m on 21 September. Tends to show more on turf and is unlikely to spice things up
Unplaced in a Class H Apprentices' race at Blain over 3,200m on 21 September. Tends to show more on turf and is unlikely to spice things up
Switches to the amateur division after some below-par performances on turf. Sports a new configuration and warrants respect
Switches to the amateur division after some below-par performances on turf. Sports a new configuration and warrants respect
Makes first appearance in the amateur category after prepping under the saddle at Savenay and can make a big splash if she stays focused
Makes first appearance in the amateur category after prepping under the saddle at Savenay and can make a big splash if she stays focused
Fifth in a Class H Amateurs' race at Agon-Coutainville over 3,450m on 30 August. Takes on a tougher lot this time and the extra 25m to travel will do him no favours
Fifth in a Class H Amateurs' race at Agon-Coutainville over 3,450m on 30 August. Takes on a tougher lot this time and the extra 25m to travel will do him no favours
Should not be too hastily-judged for losing his action in an amateurs Cholet Class G a fortnight ago. Benefits from a superb entry on the front row and, if applied, can finally get back in the winners' enclosure
Should not be too hastily-judged for losing his action in an amateurs Cholet Class G a fortnight ago. Benefits from a superb entry on the front row and, if applied, can finally get back in the winners' enclosure
Showed marginal improvement when 6th in an amateurs Class F at Argentan 10 days ago but still needs to find more
Showed marginal improvement when 6th in an amateurs Class F at Argentan 10 days ago but still needs to find more
Unplaced in a Class F Apprentices' race at Pornichet over 2,725m on 19 September. Is better than that though and dropping back in category may just be the ticket to his redemption
Unplaced in a Class F Apprentices' race at Pornichet over 2,725m on 19 September. Is better than that though and dropping back in category may just be the ticket to his redemption
Has been a complete write-off so far this year, most recently disqualified in a Class E at Ecommoy 3 weeks ago, and has no possible chance
Has been a complete write-off so far this year, most recently disqualified in a Class E at Ecommoy 3 weeks ago, and has no possible chance
Has failed to make much of an impact in either amateur or professional ranks recently, lastly sixth in a Class H on turf 12 days ago, and can be ruled out
Has failed to make much of an impact in either amateur or professional ranks recently, lastly sixth in a Class H on turf 12 days ago, and can be ruled out
Unplaced in a Class F at Savenay over 3,100m on 27 September. Tends to show more in the claiming category and looks a minor place chance at best
Unplaced in a Class F at Savenay over 3,100m on 27 September. Tends to show more in the claiming category and looks a minor place chance at best
Finished 8th in a Class G Amateurs' race at Bernay over 2,800m on 13 September. Appears to be some way off his best form and will first need to reassure
Finished 8th in a Class G Amateurs' race at Bernay over 2,800m on 13 September. Appears to be some way off his best form and will first need to reassure
Serious mare that thrives in the amateur division. Excels with her driver, enjoys a terrific entry, and can add another win to her tally
Serious mare that thrives in the amateur division. Excels with her driver, enjoys a terrific entry, and can add another win to her tally
Reliability not her strong suit and was eliminated at Tours early last month, but ran 3rd at this level at Meslay in July and, considering the engagement, cannot be discounted
Reliability not her strong suit and was eliminated at Tours early last month, but ran 3rd at this level at Meslay in July and, considering the engagement, cannot be discounted
With her amateur, JALNA DU GERS (15) has recorded two wins, a second, and a fourth place from four starts. Reconfigured for the occasion, she looks a solid choice. Things are much more open behind her, with the four six-year-olds KAPTAIN FAFA (8), KANELLE LA RAVELLE (6), KOWEIT DE CHENU (10), shod this time, and a reconfigured KLEM (5), in that order.
