The success of the duo composed of Arnaud Chaillé-Chaillé and the Hub de Montmirail stable (Hubert Mauillon) is quite exceptional! Victorious in 2021 with the late Latino des Islesthen last year with Kaadamthe formidable tandem struck once again with Hacker du Berlais, thus winning a third title in the last four editions of this Prix Congress (Gr. II). Very easy winner of the Prix Noiro (listed), preparatory test, Hacker from Berlais was logically the big favorite of the race. Close to the head by Gaëtan Masure after passing in front of the stands, he only found Lauthentyko as an opponent in the straight. Above the rest, he established himself with authority, in the style of a future leading jumper.
Efforts rewarded
“In racing, there are no secretsBertrand le Métayer, representative of the owner, told us to underline the success of the house. Lhe results are often proportional to the amounts invested and the system put in place. In addition, we are lucky to be able to work with a coach like Arnaud Chaillé-Chaillé. It’s really the best for aiming for goals and achieving them, ignoring the preparatory work. Hacker from Berlais didn’t have any false notes this fall. It has the advantage of having a small model, because large horses are regularly subject to physical problems. Having little horses like him that have heart and drive is wonderful, because they are very healthy and easier to train.”
Color companion of the winner, Victory Valley also carries the hopes of those around him: “We also really like Victory Valleywhich is fourth. The latter is less experienced, he is very immature and seems to be cut out for the biggest courses. Both show great promise for the future.”
Horses of the future
Concerning Lauthentykowho finished in a more than honorable second place, his co-trainer, Noel George, told us: “I think he’s a real distance horse and his fault was that he was a little overwhelmed. It has little speed, so we had to push the train a bit. We are very happy and look forward to seeing him again next year.” For his part, Apollon du Luy completes the podium. Despite mistakes during the course, the resident of Joël Boisnard pulled himself together well to finish and fulfilled his contract, he who came from the hurdles circuit. “I am very satisfiedhis coach told us. He was starting out in steeplechase and the ground was not heavy enough for him. He’s a horse with a future…”
