16:58 Cagnes-sur-Mer
Prix De Saint-cezaire - Attele
Harness
• 2924m
• €43,000
• 12
G
7 yrs
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Inconsistent, lightly raced performer with sound references/form credentials, especially without his irons. Only 12th (shod) at Cagnes over 2925m on 15 July but is likely to fare better here, even at this higher level
Mme Mauricette De Sousa
G
9 yrs
Well-performed veteran who seldom finishes far off the mark. Didn't go unnoticed when 5th over 2925m at Cagnes on 22 July
P Guyot
F
8 yrs
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Consistent veteran mare with sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 4th over 2925m at Cagnes on 22 July. Place chance
Ecurie Romuald Mourice
F
7 yrs
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Soundly beaten (13th) over 2650m at Hyeres when racing shod on 21 July but is most effective without her irons, so could do better racing unshod on this occasion. Attractive outisder
Olivier Simonetti
F
7 yrs
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Has made no impression in 5 starts this year, the latest (9th) over 2650m at Hyeres on 21 July. Best watched for now
Mme C Martineau
G
7 yrs
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Confirmed under the conditions and ideally engaged at the start from the first post. Disqualified at Cagnes when last seen on 10 July but is more than capable of setting the record straight - the likely favourite
S Bennarrouche
G
8 yrs
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Versatile veteran with sound references in both trotting disciplines, including a last-start win in a mounted race at Enghien over 2875m on 27 June. Most effective without unshod, so is best watched for now
B Cazemajou
G
9 yrs
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Enigmatic sort who has been disqualified in 7 of his last 8 appearances, including his latest over 2925m at Cagnes on 15 July - but did win his only completed outing during that sequence. Question of wisdom
H Le Bec
G
10 yrs
Capable veteran who shouldn't be hastily condemned for his recent faux pas (disqualification) over 2925m at Cagnes on 15 July. Won't be far off the mark if avoiding disqualification - dark horse
Y A Briand
G
10 yrs
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Prolific veteran trotter with an impressive strike-rate (24 wins from 66 starts). Finished a well-beaten 13th at Vincennes on his reappearance (4 May) after a 7-month absence and would've come on since - respect
Ecurie Haras Des Quatre Vents
C
8 yrs
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Hold-up type with formidable acceleration. Most effective in this barefoot configuration and should have a role to play here after a pleasing last-start 6th (plated in front) over 2925m at Cagnes on 24 July - keep safe
G Laumesfelt
G
9 yrs
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Veteran of 93 starts with 13 wins, including several at a higher level. Was disqualified in back-to-back recent outings, the latest (shod) at Cavaillon on 18 June, but has undeniable means - all or nothing
Ecurie G Delacour
Race Overview
HARRY LE BEAU (6) let the side down when strongly fancied but disqualified at Cagnes a fortnight ago. He is, however, capable of redeeming himself and repaying his followers in what seems a winnable contest under conditions he has already proven himself to be effective. Well-performed ELIXIR WIND (10) would've blown away the cobwebs with his much-needed comeback outing in May and, if judged on his best form/references, is more than capable of fighting for victory. GAMBLE RIVER (11) and FLEURON D'ACADIE (12) are consistent sorts with solid credentials, especially when racing unshod, so can also stake a claim. HOKIO (1) completes the shortlist.
Selection:
6 - 10 - 11
