Pornichet 08 July 2026
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Makes first public appearance since qualifying in 1'19'8 at Laval last September. Anthony Barrier gets the nod and will be worth monitoring
Makes first public appearance since qualifying in 1'19'8 at Laval last September. Anthony Barrier gets the nod and will be worth monitoring
Career debutant that qualified unexceptionally at Caen in April and is unlikely to spice things up
Career debutant that qualified unexceptionally at Caen in April and is unlikely to spice things up
Looked decidedly ordinary when eliminated in a Class G at Orleans over 2200m on 7 June and is not about to influence the result
Looked decidedly ordinary when eliminated in a Class G at Orleans over 2200m on 7 June and is not about to influence the result
Eliminated on debut at Laval on 19 June, but was competitive at the time. Should take well to Pornichet conditions and on good behaviour could well get off the mark
Eliminated on debut at Laval on 19 June, but was competitive at the time. Should take well to Pornichet conditions and on good behaviour could well get off the mark
Finished 7th in a Class E at Le Mont St Michel over 2600m on 30 June. Has yet to display any particular flair for the game and can be ignored
Finished 7th in a Class E at Le Mont St Michel over 2600m on 30 June. Has yet to display any particular flair for the game and can be ignored
Was fifth in a Class F at Les Sables d'Olonne over 2775m on 27 June, his first competitive start. Will have come on for the race but is still not a priority
Was fifth in a Class F at Les Sables d'Olonne over 2775m on 27 June, his first competitive start. Will have come on for the race but is still not a priority
Has looked thoroughly professional to date, acquitting himself well on turf, but faces first real test of his career and looks eminently up to the task
Has looked thoroughly professional to date, acquitting himself well on turf, but faces first real test of his career and looks eminently up to the task
Disqualified twice in last three starts, the latest in a Class E at Cherbourg over 2550m on 14 June. Clearly has ability though and will not be far off the mark if Franck Nivard keeps him trotting
Disqualified twice in last three starts, the latest in a Class E at Cherbourg over 2550m on 14 June. Clearly has ability though and will not be far off the mark if Franck Nivard keeps him trotting
Impressed on re-entry at Durtal on 21 June when runner-up in a Class G over 2150m on 21 June. Will only have progressed for the run and, with stride in check, can again finish close
Impressed on re-entry at Durtal on 21 June when runner-up in a Class G over 2150m on 21 June. Will only have progressed for the run and, with stride in check, can again finish close
Ran 2nd at Meral before being eliminated in a Class F at Laval over 2850m on 19 June. Seems to be in conditioning-mode this time and best to hold off
Ran 2nd at Meral before being eliminated in a Class F at Laval over 2850m on 19 June. Seems to be in conditioning-mode this time and best to hold off
Finished 4th in a Class F at Graignes over 2700m on 20 June, making up for surprise flop at Le Neubourg in late-May. Sports front pads this time and with Benjamin Rochard in the bike should not be underestimated
Finished 4th in a Class F at Graignes over 2700m on 20 June, making up for surprise flop at Le Neubourg in late-May. Sports front pads this time and with Benjamin Rochard in the bike should not be underestimated
Has placed twice in 3 starts to date, and was not disgraced when third in a Class F at Vichy over 2200m on 23 June. Is well-engaged here and has yet to disappoint for Matthieu Abrivard. Place chance
Has placed twice in 3 starts to date, and was not disgraced when third in a Class F at Vichy over 2200m on 23 June. Is well-engaged here and has yet to disappoint for Matthieu Abrivard. Place chance
Placed in 2 going clockwise before being trounced in a Rambouillet Class F a month ago. Comes here fresh but others still preferred
Placed in 2 going clockwise before being trounced in a Rambouillet Class F a month ago. Comes here fresh but others still preferred
After producing two creditable performances on grass, NEPTUNE DE JEAN (7) will be an interesting contender now that he switches to a hard track. Still travelling well and holding every chance when eliminated on his debut, NOBLE D'ATOUT (4) can make amends. Recent third at Vichy, NAJA DU PONT (12) is once again capable of playing a prominent role. Competitively-shod for the first time, NILSON DU CLOS (11) will attempt to upset the status quo.
Disqualified twice in last three starts, the latest in a Class F at Mont St Michel - Pontorson over 2675m on 30 June, and is not a concern
Disqualified twice in last three starts, the latest in a Class F at Mont St Michel - Pontorson over 2675m on 30 June, and is not a concern
Got straight down to business on re-entry a month back but has twice been unable to repeat and can be passed over
Got straight down to business on re-entry a month back but has twice been unable to repeat and can be passed over
Imposed with consummate ease at Gournay-en-Bray in late-May, on his first barefoot start. Will be entrusted to a very on-form Benjamin Rochard and who will be expecting another big run
Imposed with consummate ease at Gournay-en-Bray in late-May, on his first barefoot start. Will be entrusted to a very on-form Benjamin Rochard and who will be expecting another big run
Quality element making Pornichet debut in good shape. Will be partnered by Eric Raffin for the first time and should not be underestimated
Quality element making Pornichet debut in good shape. Will be partnered by Eric Raffin for the first time and should not be underestimated
Had been on a fine run of form until coming 5th in a Saint-Malo Class E on 24 May. Takes on some better horses here and will have little to offer
Had been on a fine run of form until coming 5th in a Saint-Malo Class E on 24 May. Takes on some better horses here and will have little to offer
Honest filly that is confirmed at the venue, but tends to show more a level down. Goes barefoot for the first time though and should be retained
Honest filly that is confirmed at the venue, but tends to show more a level down. Goes barefoot for the first time though and should be retained
Showed improvement on 2nd start back when 6th at Durtal, but still needs to find considerably more
Showed improvement on 2nd start back when 6th at Durtal, but still needs to find considerably more
Successful in a Class F at La Roche-Sur-Yon over 2600m on 28 June, however in this company will have too much to do
Successful in a Class F at La Roche-Sur-Yon over 2600m on 28 June, however in this company will have too much to do
Returns to racing left-handed after coming 5th in a competitive Class E at Caen in mid-May. Comes here fresh and has every chance of running her way into the frame
Returns to racing left-handed after coming 5th in a competitive Class E at Caen in mid-May. Comes here fresh and has every chance of running her way into the frame
Not the most reliable horse here but can trot. Goes left-handed for the first time though and others preferred
Not the most reliable horse here but can trot. Goes left-handed for the first time though and others preferred
Got back in the game at Craon 2.5 weeks ago when runner-up in a Class F. Should appreciate the new conditions and has a decent chance of picking up a cheque
Got back in the game at Craon 2.5 weeks ago when runner-up in a Class F. Should appreciate the new conditions and has a decent chance of picking up a cheque
Flew up at Vichy on seasonal comeback 2 weeks ago, her first barefoot start. Makes Pornichet bow with morale win a high and should be able to wrap this up
Flew up at Vichy on seasonal comeback 2 weeks ago, her first barefoot start. Makes Pornichet bow with morale win a high and should be able to wrap this up
Delicate sort that has twice failed to confirm her Class F win at La Capelle in late-May. Eliminated on sole Pornichet start but is worth keeping an eye on all the same
Delicate sort that has twice failed to confirm her Class F win at La Capelle in late-May. Eliminated on sole Pornichet start but is worth keeping an eye on all the same
Improving filly that ran 2nd at Segre 10 days ago, her best performance going lefty-handed. Is new to the venue and unlikely to impose, but benefits from a terrific entry and could still make first 5
Improving filly that ran 2nd at Segre 10 days ago, her best performance going lefty-handed. Is new to the venue and unlikely to impose, but benefits from a terrific entry and could still make first 5
MADAME D'OURVILLE (12) has just enjoyed a pipe-opener on her return at Vichy and will be aiming to confirm that effort. MEAULNES DU BRAY (3), a winner on his first attempt racing barefoot, MOSTRA DU TRIO (9), remarkably consistent, and MILOU DE TOUCHYVON (4), entrusted to Eric Raffin, all have strong claims of finishing in the placings.
Has been out of sorts since returning from her winter break. Has previously imposed for Esteban De Jesus but on this occasion seems to be out of her depth
Has been out of sorts since returning from her winter break. Has previously imposed for Esteban De Jesus but on this occasion seems to be out of her depth
Generous individual with solid Pornichet credentials. Is plainly close to his race and will be competitive when it matters. Place chance
Generous individual with solid Pornichet credentials. Is plainly close to his race and will be competitive when it matters. Place chance
Very hard to fault over past 2 months, most recently 3rd in an Elbeuf Class H, however in this category will face a stiff test
Very hard to fault over past 2 months, most recently 3rd in an Elbeuf Class H, however in this category will face a stiff test
Finished 4th in a Class E at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2775m on 2 June, after having been pulled-up at Nantes. Has a good record with his jockey and, barefoot this time, is unlikely to disappoint
Finished 4th in a Class E at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2775m on 2 June, after having been pulled-up at Nantes. Has a good record with his jockey and, barefoot this time, is unlikely to disappoint
In the frame in 3 of last 4, latterly 3rd in a Vichy Class G a fortnight ago. Showed no love for Pornichet under harness and is unlikely to spring any surprises in this branch of the business
In the frame in 3 of last 4, latterly 3rd in a Vichy Class G a fortnight ago. Showed no love for Pornichet under harness and is unlikely to spring any surprises in this branch of the business
Failed to confirm Saint-Brieuc success when 6th in a Nantes Class G in mid-May. Has not been seen out since and although not a priority is still worth watching
Failed to confirm Saint-Brieuc success when 6th in a Nantes Class G in mid-May. Has not been seen out since and although not a priority is still worth watching
Eliminated in a Class E at Vichy over 2950m on 24 June, on his first start since the spell. Will be shod to preference this time and is easy to fancy for the win
Eliminated in a Class E at Vichy over 2950m on 24 June, on his first start since the spell. Will be shod to preference this time and is easy to fancy for the win
Finished 3rd in a Class F at Rambouillet over 2800m on 7 June. Will race shod this time and cannot be considered a concern
Finished 3rd in a Class F at Rambouillet over 2800m on 7 June. Will race shod this time and cannot be considered a concern
Gave a good account on return to the code 3 weeks ago when 2nd in a Caen Class G. Debuts for new handler, with Benjamin Rochard in the irons, and can get his nose in front this time
Gave a good account on return to the code 3 weeks ago when 2nd in a Caen Class G. Debuts for new handler, with Benjamin Rochard in the irons, and can get his nose in front this time
Has buckets of ability but is never far from faulting. Was going well when eliminated at Enghien late last month and on better behaviour can finish in the mix
Has buckets of ability but is never far from faulting. Was going well when eliminated at Enghien late last month and on better behaviour can finish in the mix
Made up for Nantes blip when 3rd in a harness Class D at La Roche-Posay on 14 June. Has not imposed under the saddle since 2022 but is particularly competitive this time
Made up for Nantes blip when 3rd in a harness Class D at La Roche-Posay on 14 June. Has not imposed under the saddle since 2022 but is particularly competitive this time
Beaten only by a smart horse on his return to the discipline, KADO SURPRISE (9) has since changed stables and has the ability to play a leading role. KILLER FOR LOVA (11), back under the saddle, and Alain Chavatte's pair, KERVIGNAC (2) and a reconfigured JORKY D'ALOUETTE (7), are among the leading contenders.
Excellent runner-up in a Class F at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2775m on 27 June, putting her Cherbourg blip behind her. Shoes off this time and even from the 2nd row looks a player
Excellent runner-up in a Class F at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2775m on 27 June, putting her Cherbourg blip behind her. Shoes off this time and even from the 2nd row looks a player
Disqualified last time out in a Class H at Granville over 3125m on 28 June. Can trot when focused but others still easier to trust
Disqualified last time out in a Class H at Granville over 3125m on 28 June. Can trot when focused but others still easier to trust
Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Class E at Pontchateau over 2800m on 4 June. Is nicely-engaged, well-placed behind the car, and can make this her own
Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Class E at Pontchateau over 2800m on 4 June. Is nicely-engaged, well-placed behind the car, and can make this her own
In good form and finished 3rd in a Class F at Erbray over 2675m on 14 June. Will be partnered by a leading pilot this time and from the 4 slot will be no soft touch
In good form and finished 3rd in a Class F at Erbray over 2675m on 14 June. Will be partnered by a leading pilot this time and from the 4 slot will be no soft touch
Ran 4th under the saddle here last week before disappointing under harness at Laval on Sunday, and is not a concern
Ran 4th under the saddle here last week before disappointing under harness at Laval on Sunday, and is not a concern
Finished 5th in an Enghien claimer over 2150m on 27 June. Takes a notable step up in category though and is unlikely to spice things up
Finished 5th in an Enghien claimer over 2150m on 27 June. Takes a notable step up in category though and is unlikely to spice things up
Has struggled of late, finishing 7th in a Class E at Jallais over 2975m on 14 June, but showed form in the spring and it is just a matter of time before she gets back in the game
Has struggled of late, finishing 7th in a Class E at Jallais over 2975m on 14 June, but showed form in the spring and it is just a matter of time before she gets back in the game
Modest trotter that appears to have nothing left to give and can be ruled out
Modest trotter that appears to have nothing left to give and can be ruled out
Has failed to make any impact since February and can expect to have few friends
Has failed to make any impact since February and can expect to have few friends
Gave a good account on comeback when third in a Class E at Cherbourg over 2625m on 14 June. Will have progressed for the run and in the hands of Eric Raffin will not be far from the action
Gave a good account on comeback when third in a Class E at Cherbourg over 2625m on 14 June. Will have progressed for the run and in the hands of Eric Raffin will not be far from the action
Has been knocking at the door recently, and was runner-up in a Class E at Cholet over 2800m on 9 June. Matthieu Abrivard stays faithful and will be hoping to go one better this time
Has been knocking at the door recently, and was runner-up in a Class E at Cholet over 2800m on 9 June. Matthieu Abrivard stays faithful and will be hoping to go one better this time
Placed twice in May before failing to deliver in a Nantes Class G on 22 June and from the back row will have little to contribute
Placed twice in May before failing to deliver in a Nantes Class G on 22 June and from the back row will have little to contribute
Sent for a short layup after a pair of clinkers in the spring, but would still be preferred under the saddle
Sent for a short layup after a pair of clinkers in the spring, but would still be preferred under the saddle
Showed improvement when victorious in a Class H at Morlaix over 2625m on 14 June. Faces a much tougher task this time around though, and the draw will not help matters
Showed improvement when victorious in a Class H at Morlaix over 2625m on 14 June. Faces a much tougher task this time around though, and the draw will not help matters
Has done nothing noteworthy so far in 2026 and can be confidently disregarded
Has done nothing noteworthy so far in 2026 and can be confidently disregarded
Finished 5th in a Class F at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2775m on 27 June. Has no Pornichet references but is plainly in shape and, with application, can finish close
Finished 5th in a Class F at Les Sables D'Olonne over 2775m on 27 June. Has no Pornichet references but is plainly in shape and, with application, can finish close
Beaten right at the finish on her most recent outing, JOELLA BELLA (3) has an excellent opportunity to return to winning ways. To do so though, she will need to see off JILBOUR DEFONTAINE (11), who is in good form at present, JORPHEA D'ESPOIR (1), racing barefoot this time, and JOKER DE MARZY (16), who caught the eye from off the pace last time out. Partnered by Benjamin Rochard, JOW PIQUENARD (4) is also capable of playing a prominent role at the finish.
Disqualified in a Class E at Agen Le Passage over 2575m on 20 June. Has been off the boil for the past year and needs to get his house in order
Disqualified in a Class E at Agen Le Passage over 2575m on 20 June. Has been off the boil for the past year and needs to get his house in order
Has been eliminated in 3 consecutive starts, the latest a Class E at Agen Le Passage over 2575m on 20 June, and others easier to back
Has been eliminated in 3 consecutive starts, the latest a Class E at Agen Le Passage over 2575m on 20 June, and others easier to back
Useful for the most part and is confirmed in decent company. Cannot be considered a contender but cannot be entirely written off either
Useful for the most part and is confirmed in decent company. Cannot be considered a contender but cannot be entirely written off either
Had been struggling until reassuring winner of a Class E at Les Andelys 2.5 weeks ago. Benefits from a front-row start and Glenny Delaune will be justifiably confident of another big run
Had been struggling until reassuring winner of a Class E at Les Andelys 2.5 weeks ago. Benefits from a front-row start and Glenny Delaune will be justifiably confident of another big run
Has struggled of late, finishing 7th in a Class F at Mondoubleau over 2800m on 14 June, and in this company will have his work cut out
Has struggled of late, finishing 7th in a Class F at Mondoubleau over 2800m on 14 June, and in this company will have his work cut out
Has made little impact over recent weeks, most recently finishing 7th in an Enghien claimer over 2150m on 27 June, and can be passed over
Has made little impact over recent weeks, most recently finishing 7th in an Enghien claimer over 2150m on 27 June, and can be passed over
Not disgraced when fifth in a Class E at Segre over 2700m on 28 June. Is unlikely to create an upset but returns to racing shod and is hard to completely ignore
Not disgraced when fifth in a Class E at Segre over 2700m on 28 June. Is unlikely to create an upset but returns to racing shod and is hard to completely ignore
Finished 7th in a Class C at Laval over 2850m on 3 June after having placed at La Rochelle and Cordemais. Has form with her driver and even from the back row will be no pushover. Chance
Finished 7th in a Class C at Laval over 2850m on 3 June after having placed at La Rochelle and Cordemais. Has form with her driver and even from the back row will be no pushover. Chance
Classy element being targeted at first objective of the season. Excels with Eric Raffin and, on good behaviour, will be a tough nut to crack
Classy element being targeted at first objective of the season. Excels with Eric Raffin and, on good behaviour, will be a tough nut to crack
Mixes the good with the less-good but has ample ability. Returns from a short layup, barefoot for the occasion, and looks competitively well in
Mixes the good with the less-good but has ample ability. Returns from a short layup, barefoot for the occasion, and looks competitively well in
Disqualified in a Class E at Jallais over 2975m on 14 June. Already twice a winner during the spring though and will be reconfigured for return to a track where he won with ease on sole appearance
Disqualified in a Class E at Jallais over 2975m on 14 June. Already twice a winner during the spring though and will be reconfigured for return to a track where he won with ease on sole appearance
Was unable to confirm Laval performance on return from his spell, under the saddle, at Vincennes on 19 June. Sports a fresh formula this time though and will have his supporters
Was unable to confirm Laval performance on return from his spell, under the saddle, at Vincennes on 19 June. Sports a fresh formula this time though and will have his supporters
Is in better shape than recent results would suggest. Has never failed to fire here and, if kept covered up, can play a prominent part
Is in better shape than recent results would suggest. Has never failed to fire here and, if kept covered up, can play a prominent part
Has struggled since winning at Laval in April but benefits from a terrific entry on the back row and, with application, can get a look in
Has struggled since winning at Laval in April but benefits from a terrific entry on the back row and, with application, can get a look in
Sidelined for almost 18 months, JUSSEO (9) was strongly fancied for his comeback at Cherbourg. He lost his action when full of running, but he is reunited with Eric Raffin with whom he has never disappointed, and is capable of setting the record straight. His main rival is likely to be the reconfigured JOLYDOLE (8) whose stamina is beyond question. From the front row, ILLICO PRESTO FAC (4) is capable of springing a surprise if in the right frame of mind; he made a very favourable impression on grass last time and could make life difficult for those starting from the second tier. JIMINY CRICKET (11), whose last two results are best overlooked, and JAGUAR DU FAN (10), returning in a fresh state, have the ability to finish in the mix.
Finished 8th in a Class D at La Roche-Posay over 3150m on 14 June, a fortnight after having come 4th at Nantes. Has never failed to deliver at Pornichet and can pick up a cheque
Finished 8th in a Class D at La Roche-Posay over 3150m on 14 June, a fortnight after having come 4th at Nantes. Has never failed to deliver at Pornichet and can pick up a cheque
Disqualified in a Class D at Laval over 2850m on 19 June. Is clearly in fine form though, is well-placed on the front row, and the Eric Raffin-factor cannot be ignored
Disqualified in a Class D at Laval over 2850m on 19 June. Is clearly in fine form though, is well-placed on the front row, and the Eric Raffin-factor cannot be ignored
Reliability not his strong suit but showed some improvement when fourth in a Class D at La Roche-Posay over 3150m on 14 June. Entrusted to Anthony Barrier here and will be afforded every chance
Reliability not his strong suit but showed some improvement when fourth in a Class D at La Roche-Posay over 3150m on 14 June. Entrusted to Anthony Barrier here and will be afforded every chance
Has not placed in last 2 but benefits from a superb entry here and will have her chances if she keeps her mind on the job
Has not placed in last 2 but benefits from a superb entry here and will have her chances if she keeps her mind on the job
Has looked rather ordinary so far this season. Encouraged somewhat at Le Mont-Saint-Michel but still has more to find
Has looked rather ordinary so far this season. Encouraged somewhat at Le Mont-Saint-Michel but still has more to find
Has been in training with Carine de Soete for just a matter of weeks. Is unlikely to create an upset but, if applied, should hold his own
Has been in training with Carine de Soete for just a matter of weeks. Is unlikely to create an upset but, if applied, should hold his own
Honest type that has been acquitting himself well over recent months. Is not about to shake things up but can still play a small role
Honest type that has been acquitting himself well over recent months. Is not about to shake things up but can still play a small role
Imposed at Langon on 12 June prior to confirming in a Caen Class D 10 days later. Is new to Pornichet but in current condition is still easy to like for the hat-trick
Imposed at Langon on 12 June prior to confirming in a Caen Class D 10 days later. Is new to Pornichet but in current condition is still easy to like for the hat-trick
Unexceptional mare that has yet to impress this season and is not about to start now
Unexceptional mare that has yet to impress this season and is not about to start now
Has been encouraging of late, most recently fourth in a Class E at Caen over 2450m on 30 May. In this company though may just have too much to do
Has been encouraging of late, most recently fourth in a Class E at Caen over 2450m on 30 May. In this company though may just have too much to do
Quality Scandinavian import making French debut for new handler. Will not be be given a hard race, however, and best to keep one's powder dry
Quality Scandinavian import making French debut for new handler. Will not be be given a hard race, however, and best to keep one's powder dry
Modest element that has picked up after his spell where he left off in March and even with shoes off has no possible chance
Modest element that has picked up after his spell where he left off in March and even with shoes off has no possible chance
Just missed out on the hat-trick when 2nd in a Laval Class D on 19 June. Is reunited with Benjamin Rochard who won with him at La Rochelle in April and looks a serious proposition
Just missed out on the hat-trick when 2nd in a Laval Class D on 19 June. Is reunited with Benjamin Rochard who won with him at La Rochelle in April and looks a serious proposition
Winner of her last two starts, KUEENTRASS (8) will be looking to continue her winning streak. She will need to be wary of KOPA VRIE (13), who is presently at the top of her game, KEMILLA DE BRION (4), the richest runner in the field, and KORIGANE D'ERABLE (2), who receives the services of Eric Raffin.
Was fourth in a Class E at Enghien over 2875m on 29 June. Consistently gives the best of herself and once again looks a decent first-five shot
Was fourth in a Class E at Enghien over 2875m on 29 June. Consistently gives the best of herself and once again looks a decent first-five shot
Like a horse reborn in his current configuration. Comfortable winner of his last 2 starts and is thoroughly capable of securing the three-timer
Like a horse reborn in his current configuration. Comfortable winner of his last 2 starts and is thoroughly capable of securing the three-timer
Disqualified twice in last three starts, the latest in a Class F at Biarritz over 2950m on 2 July. Is not devoid of ability but first needs to re-establish her credentials
Disqualified twice in last three starts, the latest in a Class F at Biarritz over 2950m on 2 July. Is not devoid of ability but first needs to re-establish her credentials
Ran 2nd at Meslay-du-Maine before holding his own in a Vincennes Class E on 12 June. Appears to have turned a corner and will be no easy touch if he takes to the new conditions
Ran 2nd at Meslay-du-Maine before holding his own in a Vincennes Class E on 12 June. Appears to have turned a corner and will be no easy touch if he takes to the new conditions
Finished 12th, on re-entry, in a Class E at Laval over 2850m on 11 June. Will have come on for the race and in this small field can pick up some prizemoney
Finished 12th, on re-entry, in a Class E at Laval over 2850m on 11 June. Will have come on for the race and in this small field can pick up some prizemoney
Is back in business following a string of eliminations, latterly 2nd in a Cherbourg Class E 2 weeks ago. Eric Raffin stays faithful and will be dangerous if his charge stays in stride
Is back in business following a string of eliminations, latterly 2nd in a Cherbourg Class E 2 weeks ago. Eric Raffin stays faithful and will be dangerous if his charge stays in stride
Has been a model of consistency since the start of the year, latterly dominating an Elbeuf Class F on 14 June, and is easy to recommend for a spot on the podium
Has been a model of consistency since the start of the year, latterly dominating an Elbeuf Class F on 14 June, and is easy to recommend for a spot on the podium
Winner of his last two starts, LUGANO DE HOUELLE (2) has every chance of completing the hat-trick. LESPANA DU BOCAGE (6), racing barefoot this time, and LUDO PAROYO (4), who produced a good performance at Vincennes last time out, will attempt to provide the strongest opposition. In excellent form at present, LADY DE BOUERE (7) looks highly-competitive for minor honours.
Runner-up in a Class F at Graignes over 2725m on 4 July, just his second start back. Appears to be close to his race and from the front line will have his chances
Runner-up in a Class F at Graignes over 2725m on 4 July, just his second start back. Appears to be close to his race and from the front line will have his chances
Encouraged when 3rd at Loudeac but was eliminated at Laval on Sunday and backs up with limited ambition
Encouraged when 3rd at Loudeac but was eliminated at Laval on Sunday and backs up with limited ambition
Never far from losing his action but has nevertheless won twice over recent months. Has pulled a good number and can play a part if Fabrice Touchard keeps him focused
Never far from losing his action but has nevertheless won twice over recent months. Has pulled a good number and can play a part if Fabrice Touchard keeps him focused
Finished 12th in a Class F at Sable Sur Sarthe over 2800m on 28 June after having run 2nd at La Roche-Posay, and others easier to support
Finished 12th in a Class F at Sable Sur Sarthe over 2800m on 28 June after having run 2nd at La Roche-Posay, and others easier to support
Finished 5th in a Class D at Craon over 2775m on 21 June on first real objective of the year. Enjoys a good position behind the car and is unlikely to let the side down
Finished 5th in a Class D at Craon over 2775m on 21 June on first real objective of the year. Enjoys a good position behind the car and is unlikely to let the side down
Has been showing his temperament since retuning to competition in March. Reverts to a previous formula here but still not an obvious choice
Has been showing his temperament since retuning to competition in March. Reverts to a previous formula here but still not an obvious choice
Has turned a corner since moving yards. Has been knocking at the door recently and from the front row can give this a good go. Place chance
Has turned a corner since moving yards. Has been knocking at the door recently and from the front row can give this a good go. Place chance
Failed to pull off the hat-trick when eliminated in a Class G at Saint Malo over 2850m on 23 May. Is clearly in rude health though, returns to racing shod, and Arthur Raffin will be determined to set the record straight
Failed to pull off the hat-trick when eliminated in a Class G at Saint Malo over 2850m on 23 May. Is clearly in rude health though, returns to racing shod, and Arthur Raffin will be determined to set the record straight
Rather modest lately, finishing 11th in a Class E at Les Sables d'Olonne over 2775m on 2 June, but at this level should be able to get back in the game
Rather modest lately, finishing 11th in a Class E at Les Sables d'Olonne over 2775m on 2 June, but at this level should be able to get back in the game
Unexceptional mare whose recent Graignes re-entry did nothing to convince and will have few, if any, friends
Unexceptional mare whose recent Graignes re-entry did nothing to convince and will have few, if any, friends
Has raced little over past 2 years. Is first-time barefoot on return from a spell and can be confidently dismissed
Has raced little over past 2 years. Is first-time barefoot on return from a spell and can be confidently dismissed
Surprise 5th in a Cherbourg Class F on 14 June, but was trounced at Le Croise-Laroche 8 days later and is unlikely to create an upset
Surprise 5th in a Cherbourg Class F on 14 June, but was trounced at Le Croise-Laroche 8 days later and is unlikely to create an upset
Disqualified in 4 of last 5 starts, latterly a Class H at Questembert over 3125m on 21 June, and can be ignored
Disqualified in 4 of last 5 starts, latterly a Class H at Questembert over 3125m on 21 June, and can be ignored
Was fifth in a Class E at Le Mont St Michel over 2675m on 30 June, an improvement on his Angouleme run, but has little going for him here
Was fifth in a Class E at Le Mont St Michel over 2675m on 30 June, an improvement on his Angouleme run, but has little going for him here
Ran 2nd at Bihorel-les-Rouen but was unable to repeat at Craon 2.5 weeks ago after being eliminated in a Class D. Has previously imposed here and despite the draw cannot be discounted
Ran 2nd at Bihorel-les-Rouen but was unable to repeat at Craon 2.5 weeks ago after being eliminated in a Class D. Has previously imposed here and despite the draw cannot be discounted
Has not been seen out since finishing 10th in a Class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 22 February. Shod to preference this time but still has nothing to offer
Has not been seen out since finishing 10th in a Class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 22 February. Shod to preference this time but still has nothing to offer
Provided he keeps his action together, a shod KAOUITO DES GLENAN (8) has the ability to shine in this company. KAWA RARE (1), a recent runner-up at Graignes, KRACH NONANTAIS (7), who has produced two creditable performances on grass recently, and KILT DU RADON (5), who is back on the right road, all have the credentials to play a prominent role. Making his first appearance in the amateur ranks, KILL THE BLUES (9) is capable of bouncing back.
