Laval 19 August 2026
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Got off the mark over longer here in early-July but was pulled-up at Enghien next time. Is not the easiest of horses to use but, on good behaviour, will not be far off the mark
Got off the mark over longer here in early-July but was pulled-up at Enghien next time. Is not the easiest of horses to use but, on good behaviour, will not be far off the mark
No slouch on a good day but has been disappointing over recent weeks and others preferred
No slouch on a good day but has been disappointing over recent weeks and others preferred
Ran 7th in a Class D at Argentan over 2,150m on 8 August 2026. Enjoys a terrific draw but recent results do little to inspire confidence
Ran 7th in a Class D at Argentan over 2,150m on 8 August 2026. Enjoys a terrific draw but recent results do little to inspire confidence
Serious monte prospect with just the one run under his belt since the layoff. Is here for reasons of conditioning and can be confidently disregarded
Serious monte prospect with just the one run under his belt since the layoff. Is here for reasons of conditioning and can be confidently disregarded
Finished 2nd in a Class E at Chatelaillon over 2,625m on 29 July 2026. Is never the easiest of horses to gauge but form is headed in the right direction, he has been re-shod for the occasion, and cannot be ruled out
Finished 2nd in a Class E at Chatelaillon over 2,625m on 29 July 2026. Is never the easiest of horses to gauge but form is headed in the right direction, he has been re-shod for the occasion, and cannot be ruled out
In the frame in 3 of last 4 starts, lastly 2nd in an Amiens Class E 3 weeks ago. Is patently close to his race, starts in front, is confirmed here, and must be respected
In the frame in 3 of last 4 starts, lastly 2nd in an Amiens Class E 3 weeks ago. Is patently close to his race, starts in front, is confirmed here, and must be respected
Finished 7th in a Class D at Enghien over 2,150m on 25 July 2026, when still being conditioned. Is a trotter of considerable promise and despite the wide draw will be no soft touch
Finished 7th in a Class D at Enghien over 2,150m on 25 July 2026, when still being conditioned. Is a trotter of considerable promise and despite the wide draw will be no soft touch
Imposed at Chateaubriant in early-June before confirming in a Class E at Langon over 2,800m on 14 July. Has looked a different horse lately and will be well-backed to secure the hat-trick
Imposed at Chateaubriant in early-June before confirming in a Class E at Langon over 2,800m on 14 July. Has looked a different horse lately and will be well-backed to secure the hat-trick
Handy sort that was eliminated on re-entry at Meslay-du-Maine 3 weeks ago. Is barefoot for first objective of the summer and even though breaking from the back line is unlikely to leave empty-handed
Handy sort that was eliminated on re-entry at Meslay-du-Maine 3 weeks ago. Is barefoot for first objective of the summer and even though breaking from the back line is unlikely to leave empty-handed
Fourth in a monte Class F at Le Mans over 2,950m on 25 July 2026. Has decent harness references but still has more to find
Fourth in a monte Class F at Le Mans over 2,950m on 25 July 2026. Has decent harness references but still has more to find
Made amends for late-July disqualification when securing a Class E at Les Sables-d'Olonne a fortnight ago. Breaks on back row, and is new to Laval, but a similar performance would see him go close once more
Made amends for late-July disqualification when securing a Class E at Les Sables-d'Olonne a fortnight ago. Breaks on back row, and is new to Laval, but a similar performance would see him go close once more
Surprise 4th in a Class E at Chatelaillon over 2,625m on 29 July 2026, however a repeat seems most improbable
Surprise 4th in a Class E at Chatelaillon over 2,625m on 29 July 2026, however a repeat seems most improbable
Judging by the manner of his two recent wins, MILORD DU LUPIN (8) can maintain his unbeaten barefoot record. On the up and sporting modified shoeing, MALIGNO (7) heads the opposition alongside MY KLY ERA (11), who is behind on earnings, and MUST DE VILLARD (1), who is worth another chance despite racing shod.
Ran 7th in a Class G Amateurs' race at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2,650m on 24 July 2026, 8 days after coming surprise 5th in Pornichet race of reference, and can be passed over
Ran 7th in a Class G Amateurs' race at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2,650m on 24 July 2026, 8 days after coming surprise 5th in Pornichet race of reference, and can be passed over
Runner-up in a Class G Amateurs' race at Amiens over 2,400m on 18 July 2026. Takes on a much better field this time and chances appear limited
Runner-up in a Class G Amateurs' race at Amiens over 2,400m on 18 July 2026. Takes on a much better field this time and chances appear limited
Won a similar event at Cabourg on 14 July prior to being disqualified at Arras. Takes on a better lot here but, having won 2 of last 4, cannot be discounted
Won a similar event at Cabourg on 14 July prior to being disqualified at Arras. Takes on a better lot here but, having won 2 of last 4, cannot be discounted
Was unable to confirm Biarritz performance when 5th in a Class F at Montier-en-Der 10 days ago. Sports 4 pads this time and cannot be considered a priority
Was unable to confirm Biarritz performance when 5th in a Class F at Montier-en-Der 10 days ago. Sports 4 pads this time and cannot be considered a priority
Ran encouraging 4th in a 2725m Pornichet amateurs Class G in mid-July. Is reunited with Constance Chazal who won with him at Vincennes in May and is worth retaining
Ran encouraging 4th in a 2725m Pornichet amateurs Class G in mid-July. Is reunited with Constance Chazal who won with him at Vincennes in May and is worth retaining
Has looked decidedly ordinary over recent weeks, lastly 7th in a Chateaubriant amateurs Class G earlier in the month, and will have nothing to offer
Has looked decidedly ordinary over recent weeks, lastly 7th in a Chateaubriant amateurs Class G earlier in the month, and will have nothing to offer
Unplaced in a Class E Apprentices' race at Pornichet over 2,725m on 6 August 2026. Has little going for him here and is unlikely to create an upset
Unplaced in a Class E Apprentices' race at Pornichet over 2,725m on 6 August 2026. Has little going for him here and is unlikely to create an upset
Showed promise earlier in the season but has since lost his way and can expect to have few friends
Showed promise earlier in the season but has since lost his way and can expect to have few friends
Reassured at La Capelle late last month but was trounced at Lignieres 10 days ago. Is not a priority but will have his supporters
Reassured at La Capelle late last month but was trounced at Lignieres 10 days ago. Is not a priority but will have his supporters
Gave a reassuringly good account when third in a 2900m Dozule Class F two weeks ago. Benefits from a terrific entry and, with application, can make this his own
Gave a reassuringly good account when third in a 2900m Dozule Class F two weeks ago. Benefits from a terrific entry and, with application, can make this his own
Has not been seen out since finishing 10th in a Class E at Pontchateau over 2,800m on 12 April 2026. Shoes fitted and no threat
Has not been seen out since finishing 10th in a Class E at Pontchateau over 2,800m on 12 April 2026. Shoes fitted and no threat
Finished close 2nd in a Class F Amateurs' race at Pornichet over 2,725m on 30 July 2026. Arthur Raffin keeps the drive and will be keen to put things right
Finished close 2nd in a Class F Amateurs' race at Pornichet over 2,725m on 30 July 2026. Arthur Raffin keeps the drive and will be keen to put things right
Failed to make up for faulting here when disqualified in an Abbeville Class F late last month, but returns to the category of his last victory and should be taken seriously
Failed to make up for faulting here when disqualified in an Abbeville Class F late last month, but returns to the category of his last victory and should be taken seriously
Finished 7th in a Class F at Rochefort Sur Loire over 3,000m on 3 August 2026, her first start since the layup. Is a class above most here and has a realistic chance of confirming
Finished 7th in a Class F at Rochefort Sur Loire over 3,000m on 3 August 2026, her first start since the layup. Is a class above most here and has a realistic chance of confirming
Finished 3rd in a Class F at Lucon over 3,025m on 20 July 2025. Is patently back in shape and, together with a good entry, can finish in the mix
Finished 3rd in a Class F at Lucon over 3,025m on 20 July 2025. Is patently back in shape and, together with a good entry, can finish in the mix
Came home 5th in a Class F Amateurs' race at Enghien over 2,875m on 2 August 2026, 3 weeks after having imposed at Les Sables-d'Olonne. Is ideally-engaged here and will be no pushover
Came home 5th in a Class F Amateurs' race at Enghien over 2,875m on 2 August 2026, 3 weeks after having imposed at Les Sables-d'Olonne. Is ideally-engaged here and will be no pushover
Entrusted to Daniel Grimault, KYRIA BELLA (14) will be shod this time but still has a strong chance of making a winning debut in the amateur division. He will need to watch out for a re-shod JUSTY DU OLPASI (10), who is very hard to fault in this category, HAHICHA GIRL (12), who is back on the right road, and ICONE PLANCHETTE (16), ideally-entered at the limit of earnings. IBLIS GEMA (15) has been showing her form and is one for the shortlist.
Unplaced in a Class E at Laval over 2,850m on 19 June 2026. Has not been seen since and is unlikely to influence the outcome
Unplaced in a Class E at Laval over 2,850m on 19 June 2026. Has not been seen since and is unlikely to influence the outcome
Makes Laval debut after being sanctioned in a Lignieres Class F on 12 July. Is not cut from the same cloth as others here and is unlikely to spring any surprises
Makes Laval debut after being sanctioned in a Lignieres Class F on 12 July. Is not cut from the same cloth as others here and is unlikely to spring any surprises
Takes first competitive monte steps after running 6th in an Enghien harness claimer last week. Sports a new configuration and will be worth keeping an eye on
Takes first competitive monte steps after running 6th in an Enghien harness claimer last week. Sports a new configuration and will be worth keeping an eye on
Third in a Class D at Enghien over 2,250m on 23 June 2026 after having imposed at Caen 3 weeks earlier. Steps marginally up in category but is clearly a progressive filly and is unlikely to let the side down. Place chance
Third in a Class D at Enghien over 2,250m on 23 June 2026 after having imposed at Caen 3 weeks earlier. Steps marginally up in category but is clearly a progressive filly and is unlikely to let the side down. Place chance
Finished 4th in a Class D at Chatelaillon over 2,500m on 3 August 2026. Is still chasing that elusive first win but is a game filly and can pick up a cheque
Finished 4th in a Class D at Chatelaillon over 2,500m on 3 August 2026. Is still chasing that elusive first win but is a game filly and can pick up a cheque
Gets a second crack at the monte code following some solid performances under harness, lastly 4th in a Class D at Enghien over 2,875m on 26 July 2026, and with application could set the cat among the pigeons
Gets a second crack at the monte code following some solid performances under harness, lastly 4th in a Class D at Enghien over 2,875m on 26 July 2026, and with application could set the cat among the pigeons
Second in a Class D at Enghien over 2,875m on 13 August 2026. Is patently close to her race and will be expected to give NOCHE BELLA GRIFF (8) a run for her money
Second in a Class D at Enghien over 2,875m on 13 August 2026. Is patently close to her race and will be expected to give NOCHE BELLA GRIFF (8) a run for her money
Winner of both monte starts to date, lastly dominating an Enghien Class E 3 weeks ago, and is easy to fancy for a repeat
Winner of both monte starts to date, lastly dominating an Enghien Class E 3 weeks ago, and is easy to fancy for a repeat
At just 50 Euros from elimination, NOCHE BELLA GRIFF (8) could hardly have asked for a better engagement, and can maintain her unbeaten record in the ridden discipline. NIGHT LILOMA (7), who found one too good at Enghien last time, and NOCTURNE DE BUSSET (4), who goes particularly well under the saddle, will try to give her a race. NUSCH NOVA (6) is in good form and will be shod for her return to the code.
Unplaced on comeback in a Class D at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2,650m on 8 August 2026. Is not without merit but still needs another run
Unplaced on comeback in a Class D at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2,650m on 8 August 2026. Is not without merit but still needs another run
Runner-up in a Class E Apprentices' race at Pornichet over 2,725m on 6 August. Imposed last time here and, in current condition, will be expected to contest the finish
Runner-up in a Class E Apprentices' race at Pornichet over 2,725m on 6 August. Imposed last time here and, in current condition, will be expected to contest the finish
Is considerably better than recent fresheners would suggest. Is barefoot for the occasion, has form with Eric Raffin, and must not be underestimated
Is considerably better than recent fresheners would suggest. Is barefoot for the occasion, has form with Eric Raffin, and must not be underestimated
Ran 6th in a Saint-Malo Class E, on French debut, a fortnight ago. Adrien Lamy in the bike this time but others still preferred
Ran 6th in a Saint-Malo Class E, on French debut, a fortnight ago. Adrien Lamy in the bike this time but others still preferred
Has done nothing but improve lately, most recently 2nd in a Class D at Cabourg over 2,750m on 3 July. Will be fresh for Laval bow and, already twice a winner for his driver, can play a leading role
Has done nothing but improve lately, most recently 2nd in a Class D at Cabourg over 2,750m on 3 July. Will be fresh for Laval bow and, already twice a winner for his driver, can play a leading role
Fifth in a Class D at Graignes over 2,700m on 6 June. Has not been seen out since and with shoes fitted can be passed over
Fifth in a Class D at Graignes over 2,700m on 6 June. Has not been seen out since and with shoes fitted can be passed over
Finished 7th in a monte Class D at Pornichet over 2,725m on 30 July 2026 and is here for reasons of conditioning
Finished 7th in a monte Class D at Pornichet over 2,725m on 30 July 2026 and is here for reasons of conditioning
Finished 3rd in a Class D at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2,650m on 8 August, his first start for new yard. Appears to have lost nothing in the transfer and has a reasonable chance of finishing in the mix
Finished 3rd in a Class D at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2,650m on 8 August, his first start for new yard. Appears to have lost nothing in the transfer and has a reasonable chance of finishing in the mix
Has been completely off the boil since imposing at Lisieux in April and will first need to re-establish his credentials
Has been completely off the boil since imposing at Lisieux in April and will first need to re-establish his credentials
Unplaced in a Class B at Enghien over 2,875m on 6 August 2026. Has done nothing noteworthy for almost 12 months and can be ignored
Unplaced in a Class B at Enghien over 2,875m on 6 August 2026. Has done nothing noteworthy for almost 12 months and can be ignored
Unexceptional trotter that finished 8th in an Enghien Class D a week ago and is not about to set off any fireworks
Unexceptional trotter that finished 8th in an Enghien Class D a week ago and is not about to set off any fireworks
Fourth in a Class D at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2,650m on 8 August 2026. Seldom gets her nose in front these days will be reined by Benjamin Rochard for the occasion and should not be ruled out
Fourth in a Class D at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2,650m on 8 August 2026. Seldom gets her nose in front these days will be reined by Benjamin Rochard for the occasion and should not be ruled out
Finished 4th in a Class E at Bernay over 2,800m on 26 July, when preparing for this. Has been knocking at the door lately and can finally open his 2026 account
Finished 4th in a Class E at Bernay over 2,800m on 26 July, when preparing for this. Has been knocking at the door lately and can finally open his 2026 account
Ran 2nd to ILLICO DE BOUTEAU (16) in a Class D at Les Sables-d'Olonne on 8 August. Is clearly in fine form and, on good behaviour, can make first five
Ran 2nd to ILLICO DE BOUTEAU (16) in a Class D at Les Sables-d'Olonne on 8 August. Is clearly in fine form and, on good behaviour, can make first five
Starts for the first since coming 7th in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,100m on 12 June. Shoes fitted and is not about to spice things up
Starts for the first since coming 7th in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,100m on 12 June. Shoes fitted and is not about to spice things up
Secured a Class D at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2,650m on 8 August 2026. Is unlikely to repeat but is nicely-engaged and still has the wherewithal to pick up a cheque
Secured a Class D at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2,650m on 8 August 2026. Is unlikely to repeat but is nicely-engaged and still has the wherewithal to pick up a cheque
The choice is far from straightforward between JOYEUX DU LANDRET (13), shod as he was at Enghien, and I KEEP CALM (2), who both look close to their race, DADA DEL RONCO (5), who is back in business and reunited with Francois Lagadeuc, and HALFAN SPEED (3), who faces his first objective of the season. Recent winner ILLICO DE BOUTEAU (16) can also have a say in the outcome.
Finished 9th in a Class D at Vichy over 2,950m on 1 August 2026. Reverts to a successful formula but is biting off more than she can chew
Finished 9th in a Class D at Vichy over 2,950m on 1 August 2026. Reverts to a successful formula but is biting off more than she can chew
Ran 6th in a Class D at Clairefontaine over 2,900m on 12 July 2026. Appears to be some way off last winter's form and with shoes fitted will have nothing to contribute
Ran 6th in a Class D at Clairefontaine over 2,900m on 12 July 2026. Appears to be some way off last winter's form and with shoes fitted will have nothing to contribute
Respectable trotter but eliminated in 2 of last 3. Is in conditioning-mode this time and best to keep one's powder dry
Respectable trotter but eliminated in 2 of last 3. Is in conditioning-mode this time and best to keep one's powder dry
Has not been seen out since being eliminated at Vincennes in early-May. Has ample ability but would be preferred barefoot
Has not been seen out since being eliminated at Vincennes in early-May. Has ample ability but would be preferred barefoot
Won a brace earlier in the year but subsequently went off the boil. Shoes fitted and will first need to get her house in order
Won a brace earlier in the year but subsequently went off the boil. Shoes fitted and will first need to get her house in order
Fifth in a monte Class D at Enghien over 2,875m on 1 August. Has been reconfigured, but is still being conditioned and will have nothing to bring to the party
Fifth in a monte Class D at Enghien over 2,875m on 1 August. Has been reconfigured, but is still being conditioned and will have nothing to bring to the party
Surprise second in a Class D at Enghien over 2,150m on 29 July 2026. Is unlikely to repeat but, with form maintained, should hold her own
Surprise second in a Class D at Enghien over 2,150m on 29 July 2026. Is unlikely to repeat but, with form maintained, should hold her own
Ran 6th in a Class C under these conditions on 3 June 2026. Will be race-fit by now but others still easier to back
Ran 6th in a Class C under these conditions on 3 June 2026. Will be race-fit by now but others still easier to back
Made it 2 in a row when successful in a Class D at Enghien over 2,150m on 22 July. Excels with Eric Raffin and, quite the fan of Laval, can make a big splash
Made it 2 in a row when successful in a Class D at Enghien over 2,150m on 22 July. Excels with Eric Raffin and, quite the fan of Laval, can make a big splash
Back under harness after being freshened up under the saddle at Enghien earlier in the month. Has no Laval references but, with stride in check, can still figure prominently
Back under harness after being freshened up under the saddle at Enghien earlier in the month. Has no Laval references but, with stride in check, can still figure prominently
Unplaced in a Class B at Meslay-du-Maine over 2,850m on 28 July 2026, following on from a pair of sanctions, and can be passed over
Unplaced in a Class B at Meslay-du-Maine over 2,850m on 28 July 2026, following on from a pair of sanctions, and can be passed over
Won a Vincennes Class D in June but was unable to confirm when disqualified in an Enghien Class C a month back. Comes here fresh and Mathieu Mottier will be eager to set the record straight
Won a Vincennes Class D in June but was unable to confirm when disqualified in an Enghien Class C a month back. Comes here fresh and Mathieu Mottier will be eager to set the record straight
Put on quite the show a month back after being eliminated in an Enghien Class C. Should take well to Laval conditions and, if applied, can bring the fight to MELODICA BELLA (15)
Put on quite the show a month back after being eliminated in an Enghien Class C. Should take well to Laval conditions and, if applied, can bring the fight to MELODICA BELLA (15)
Finished 6th in a Class C at Vincennes over 2,700m on 19 June 2026. Has otherwise been in decent shape, will appreciate a return to the provinces, and should not be overlooked
Finished 6th in a Class C at Vincennes over 2,700m on 19 June 2026. Has otherwise been in decent shape, will appreciate a return to the provinces, and should not be overlooked
Unbeaten in 4 starts this year, lastly a Class D at Chatelaillon over 2,625m on 27 July. Improves with every run and Antoine Wiels can be forgiven for feeling bullish. Claim
Unbeaten in 4 starts this year, lastly a Class D at Chatelaillon over 2,625m on 27 July. Improves with every run and Antoine Wiels can be forgiven for feeling bullish. Claim
Good dual-discipline filly that finished 3rd in a monte Class D at Enghien over 2,875m 2.5 weeks ago. Is plainly in good shape and should prove competitive when push comes to shove
Good dual-discipline filly that finished 3rd in a monte Class D at Enghien over 2,875m 2.5 weeks ago. Is plainly in good shape and should prove competitive when push comes to shove
MELODICA BELLA (15) has been increasingly impressive and looks capable of maintaining this year's unbeaten record, even in the presence of MY GIRL PIYA (13), who showed her form at Enghien despite being eliminated, MINERVE DE VANDEL (9), in top form, and MELICIANA (12), who is worth another chance. MAURICETTE BLUE (16), ideally-entered, can also make her presence felt.
Has not been seen out since coming 4th in a Class E at Vincennes over 2,700m on 6 May. Is barefoot for comeback, with Yoann Lebourgeois at the helm, but is still no more than a minor place chance
Has not been seen out since coming 4th in a Class E at Vincennes over 2,700m on 6 May. Is barefoot for comeback, with Yoann Lebourgeois at the helm, but is still no more than a minor place chance
Unraced since securing the hat-trick in a Class C at Vincennes over 2,700m on 13 February. Is plainly being conditioned and best to hold off
Unraced since securing the hat-trick in a Class C at Vincennes over 2,700m on 13 February. Is plainly being conditioned and best to hold off
Returns to a more suitable level after finishing last of 9 in an Enghien Gr.3 early last month. Has freshness on his side but is still not an obvious choice
Returns to a more suitable level after finishing last of 9 in an Enghien Gr.3 early last month. Has freshness on his side but is still not an obvious choice
Finished 3rd in a Class B at Enghien over 2,875m on 6 August 2026, confirming his 18 July performance. Should appreciate the Laval profile and can finish in the mix once more
Finished 3rd in a Class B at Enghien over 2,875m on 6 August 2026, confirming his 18 July performance. Should appreciate the Laval profile and can finish in the mix once more
Won a Class B at Enghien over 2,875m on 6 August 2026. Has now won 2 of last 4 and Mathieu Mottier can be justifiably confident of another big run
Won a Class B at Enghien over 2,875m on 6 August 2026. Has now won 2 of last 4 and Mathieu Mottier can be justifiably confident of another big run
Fourth in a Class B at Enghien over 2,875m on 6 August 2026, partly making up for a pair of Vincennes clinkers. Ran 2nd under these conditions last time here but looks more a candidate for minor honours
Fourth in a Class B at Enghien over 2,875m on 6 August 2026, partly making up for a pair of Vincennes clinkers. Ran 2nd under these conditions last time here but looks more a candidate for minor honours
Starts for the first time since finishing unplaced in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,700m on 5 June. Shoes on and poses no danger
Starts for the first time since finishing unplaced in a Class D at Vincennes over 2,700m on 5 June. Shoes on and poses no danger
Third in a Gr.3 at Enghien over 2,875m on 4 July 2026. Is not always the most dependable of horses but with form maintained can bring the fight to OMERTA BOKO (12)
Third in a Gr.3 at Enghien over 2,875m on 4 July 2026. Is not always the most dependable of horses but with form maintained can bring the fight to OMERTA BOKO (12)
Disqualified last time out in a Class D at Laval over 2,850m on 11 June. Has shown more going clockwise this year and cannot be considered a player
Disqualified last time out in a Class D at Laval over 2,850m on 11 June. Has shown more going clockwise this year and cannot be considered a player
Imposed at Chateau-du-Loir late last month, then ran close 2nd to LARIANO (5) in a Class B at Enghien over 2,875m on 6 August. Is competitively well in here and can again figure prominently
Imposed at Chateau-du-Loir late last month, then ran close 2nd to LARIANO (5) in a Class B at Enghien over 2,875m on 6 August. Is competitively well in here and can again figure prominently
Finished 2nd in a Class B at Enghien over 2,875m on 18 July, having imposed under similar conditions the previous month. Has never delivered at Laval and others easier to back
Finished 2nd in a Class B at Enghien over 2,875m on 18 July, having imposed under similar conditions the previous month. Has never delivered at Laval and others easier to back
Takes a notable dip in category after finishing 6th in a Gr.3 at Enghien over 2,875m on 4 July 2026. Has nothing to prove at this level and, with Benjamin Rochard reining, looks the one to beat
Takes a notable dip in category after finishing 6th in a Gr.3 at Enghien over 2,875m on 4 July 2026. Has nothing to prove at this level and, with Benjamin Rochard reining, looks the one to beat
OMERTA BOKO (12) has caught the eye several times in better company recently and is well-entered at the limit of earnings. He can be preferred to FIRST TIME ROC (8), who finished ahead of him at Enghien last time, behind only Lasko Des Brousses and Lupin D'Olmen, as well as a reinvigorated LARIANO (5), and LADY DADA (10), who finished 1 - 2 at Enghien a fortnight ago.
Unplaced in a Class C at Enghien over 2,250m on 2 August 2026. Has otherwise been racing respectably this term but still looks a minor place prospect at best
Unplaced in a Class C at Enghien over 2,250m on 2 August 2026. Has otherwise been racing respectably this term but still looks a minor place prospect at best
Finished 9th in a harness Class E at Sable Sur Sarthe over 2,825m on 9 August, his first appearance since January. Excels in this branch of the game and can get straight down to business. Claim
Finished 9th in a harness Class E at Sable Sur Sarthe over 2,825m on 9 August, his first appearance since January. Excels in this branch of the game and can get straight down to business. Claim
Made amends for 2 straight eliminations when victorious in a Class D at Enghien over 2,875m on 1 July. Is new to Laval but will appreciate its conditions and, if applied, can impose
Made amends for 2 straight eliminations when victorious in a Class D at Enghien over 2,875m on 1 July. Is new to Laval but will appreciate its conditions and, if applied, can impose
Picked up this season where he left off in 2025, but disqualified in last two, latterly a Cabourg Class D on 10 July. Has been reconfigured and can make a big splash if Paul Ploquin keeps him trotting
Picked up this season where he left off in 2025, but disqualified in last two, latterly a Cabourg Class D on 10 July. Has been reconfigured and can make a big splash if Paul Ploquin keeps him trotting
Finished 8th in a Class D at Cabourg over 2,750m on 10 July. Is some way off his best form and can be ruled out
Finished 8th in a Class D at Cabourg over 2,750m on 10 July. Is some way off his best form and can be ruled out
Unplaced in a Class C at Enghien over 2,250m on 2 August. Is capable on a good day but in this company will struggle to make his presence felt
Unplaced in a Class C at Enghien over 2,250m on 2 August. Is capable on a good day but in this company will struggle to make his presence felt
Gave a reassuringly-good account when 3rd in an Enghien Class C 3.5 weeks ago. Is unlikely to open his 2026 account but should nevertheless acquit himself honourably
Gave a reassuringly-good account when 3rd in an Enghien Class C 3.5 weeks ago. Is unlikely to open his 2026 account but should nevertheless acquit himself honourably
Won a Class C at Vincennes over 2,850m on 19 June 2026. Was duly afforded a spell, is clearly in race-mode for comeback, and is unlikely to disappoint
Won a Class C at Vincennes over 2,850m on 19 June 2026. Was duly afforded a spell, is clearly in race-mode for comeback, and is unlikely to disappoint
Finished 4th in a Class C at Enghien over 2,250m on 2 August. Is confirmed under these conditions and returns to racing shod with a decent hand to play
Finished 4th in a Class C at Enghien over 2,250m on 2 August. Is confirmed under these conditions and returns to racing shod with a decent hand to play
Finished 4th in a Class C over course and distance on 3 June 2026. Tends to go well for Mathieu Mottier and has a reasonable chance of making the frame
Finished 4th in a Class C over course and distance on 3 June 2026. Tends to go well for Mathieu Mottier and has a reasonable chance of making the frame
Finished 6th in a Class C at Enghien over 2,875m on 25 July 2026. Enjoys a good entry here but current form does little to inspire confidence
Finished 6th in a Class C at Enghien over 2,875m on 25 July 2026. Enjoys a good entry here but current form does little to inspire confidence
Ran 6th in a Class C at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2,775m on 24 July 2026, on his first start since April. Will have improved for the race but others still easier to support
Ran 6th in a Class C at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2,775m on 24 July 2026, on his first start since April. Will have improved for the race but others still easier to support
JUPITER TURGOT (2) shaped with plenty of promise when returning under harness 10 days ago, while JASMINE DE NEUVY (3) has a good chance if she stays in stride. Re-shod for the occasion, JOSELITO DU VIVIER (4) can also feature if he finds his rhythm, and the good JAG MAHCATH (10) will be barefoot for his return to competition.
Has ample ability and has form at the venue but is unraced since May and would be preferred under the saddle
Has ample ability and has form at the venue but is unraced since May and would be preferred under the saddle
Finished 5th in a Class B at Cabourg over 2,750m on 17 July 2026. Is not about to paint the town red but in present form is hard to ignore. First 5
Finished 5th in a Class B at Cabourg over 2,750m on 17 July 2026. Is not about to paint the town red but in present form is hard to ignore. First 5
Not the worst horse here but unplaced in last two starts and will be shod for the occasion
Not the worst horse here but unplaced in last two starts and will be shod for the occasion
Versatile individual that ran 4th in a Gr.3 at Saint Malo over 2,950m on 5 August 2026. Drops back down the category-ladder and will be reunited with Yoann Lebourgeois who thrives with him
Versatile individual that ran 4th in a Gr.3 at Saint Malo over 2,950m on 5 August 2026. Drops back down the category-ladder and will be reunited with Yoann Lebourgeois who thrives with him
Has looked rather ordinary since returning from Sweden. Is arguably better under the saddle these days and can be passed over
Has looked rather ordinary since returning from Sweden. Is arguably better under the saddle these days and can be passed over
Fourth in a Class A at Toulouse over 2,950m on 5 June, a month after having imposed at Caen, but will be shod for return from a spell and best to wait
Fourth in a Class A at Toulouse over 2,950m on 5 June, a month after having imposed at Caen, but will be shod for return from a spell and best to wait
Fifth in a Class A at Royan-La Palmyre over 3,100m on 19 July 2026, 10 days after coming 2nd in an Enghien Class C. Has never delivered at Laval but in present form is hard to ignore
Fifth in a Class A at Royan-La Palmyre over 3,100m on 19 July 2026, 10 days after coming 2nd in an Enghien Class C. Has never delivered at Laval but in present form is hard to ignore
Unplaced in a Class C at Enghien over 2,875m on 25 July 2026, his first start for 2 months. Races shod this time and best to hold off
Unplaced in a Class C at Enghien over 2,875m on 25 July 2026, his first start for 2 months. Races shod this time and best to hold off
Finished 4th in a Class A at Agon-Coutainville over 3,425m on 5 July 2026. Has hardly put a foot out of line this term and even in this company should hold his own
Finished 4th in a Class A at Agon-Coutainville over 3,425m on 5 July 2026. Has hardly put a foot out of line this term and even in this company should hold his own
Placed in a Gr.3 over course and distance in June prior to running 4th in a Lisieux Class D 6 weeks later. Is hard to knock when focused and looks main danger to READLY LAVEC (14)
Placed in a Gr.3 over course and distance in June prior to running 4th in a Lisieux Class D 6 weeks later. Is hard to knock when focused and looks main danger to READLY LAVEC (14)
Ran 6th in a Class A at Royan-La Palmyre over 3,100m on 19 July 2026, his best performance so far this term, but still has more to find
Ran 6th in a Class A at Royan-La Palmyre over 3,100m on 19 July 2026, his best performance so far this term, but still has more to find
Finished 13th in a Class A at Royan-La Palmyre over 3,100m on 19 July 2026. Is better than latest results would suggest and can play a small role
Finished 13th in a Class A at Royan-La Palmyre over 3,100m on 19 July 2026. Is better than latest results would suggest and can play a small role
Just once out of first two in 8 starts this year, most recently outclassing the opposition in a Class C at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2,925m on 20 July, and can again finish close
Just once out of first two in 8 starts this year, most recently outclassing the opposition in a Class C at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2,925m on 20 July, and can again finish close
Made it 3 wins from 4 starts when dominating a Class B at Enghien over 2,875m on 29 July 2026. Is as adaptable as they come, wins one in every three, and is easy to fancy for the double
Made it 3 wins from 4 starts when dominating a Class B at Enghien over 2,875m on 29 July 2026. Is as adaptable as they come, wins one in every three, and is easy to fancy for the double
Out of the picture in 3 since running 2nd in a Vincennes Class C in June, but will be reunited with Eric Raffin who was in the bike that day, and looks a player
Out of the picture in 3 since running 2nd in a Vincennes Class C in June, but will be reunited with Eric Raffin who was in the bike that day, and looks a player
READLY LAVEC (14) is better than ever at the age of nine and arrives on the back of a brilliant success at Enghien. Once again nicely-entered, he looks capable of following up. His main rivals are likely to be IRIS DES ROSEAUX (10), seldom disappointing when barefoot, JOY DU CARNOIS (13), in top form as underlined by her impressive success at Cagnes-sur-Mer on 20 July, and a barefoot JUST A MIDI (15), who mixed it with the best of his generation at his peak. He has been handed a golden opportunity here and will be partnered by Eric Raffin. GAMIN DES ISLES (7) is making up for lost time following a lengthy absence and looks a must for the places.
