Although he participated in his first group almost two years ago, It’s a Dollarmaker seems to really flourish since the start of the meeting, marked by his feats in the Prix du Languedoc, then the GNT Final, during which he undoubtedly achieved the best value of his career… For the moment ! This own brother of Dollar Macker has now acquired the strength proportional to his physique as a mover. If he has just reiterated his ability to shine while waiting, the representative of Gianni Fascella will have every interest in sheltering himself from hazards by resuming his offensive tactics on Sunday, to the extent that the stakes are crucial. The words of Adrien Guarato, who received him on Tuesday in Grosbois, where Christophe Meyer met him, reflect great confidence in It’s a Dollarmaker : “He will show up 100% for this goal. Matthieu Abrivard has already driven him and will also be associated with him in America. He has his place in the top three”.
Several others “I” will show their fists in this final qualification mission. Combining class and power, Iroise de la Noé is one of those horses that is extremely pleasant to watch moving at full speed. Even if she had to bow down to her aforementioned rival, the majestic chestnut had produced an extraordinary performance in the GNT Final, announcing her return to the forefront after a very long absence. Contacted by Gilles Pomade, Thomas Levesque does not beat around the bush: “His victory on Monday served as good exercise. She arrives perfect in this race and is clearly aiming to qualify for the Prix d’Amérique”.
By continuing to decline the line of 1is December, the candidacy ofIdeal Lineries attracts attention. Jean-Philippe Monclin considers him capable of obtaining a more glorious ranking than during his three previous participations in “B” (10e10e7e) : “His run in the Prix de Bourgogne did him good and he will be better over this long distance. He can finish in the top four”.
Hooker Berry in competition mode
Twelve months ago, Inmarosa had won his ticket in this group II by taking the first runner-up (dead-heat with Go On Boy), at the cost of a sharp acceleration of which it has the secret. Léo Abrivard strongly hopes that history repeats itself in order to join his brother Alexandre (associated with Just Love Youwho will be content to appear while keeping his irons on Sunday, like Justin Bold) at the casting of January 26: “My mare has just had bad luck again; its form is not to be doubted. You shouldn’t miss it!”.
Four last tickets are indeed at stake, but it is a safe bet that only three horses will benefit, since the most successful of the peloton, Hooker Berry (Prix d’Amérique 2023), will appear unshod on all four feet, like two years ago in this Prix de Belgique (4e). Barring unexpected traffic problems, his burst of speed will inevitably lead him to play the leading roles, given the forces present. Nicolas Bazire’s partner could even referee the debates, on these 2,850 meters of the big track which he loves.
For his part, Jean-Michel Bazire was contacted by Daniel Redén and will lead Don Fanucci Zetthat his attempt on December 29 may have “opened”. The Swedish professional is not negative about Mister Herculeswhich however seems more destined to shine in the Prix du Luxembourg. Ampia Mede Sm will begin under the leadership of Erik Bondo, while reuniting with the driver from his debut on the other side of the Alps in 2018, Vincenzo D’Alessandro Jr. It is better not to bury him hastily. Barefoot, the brave Happy Danica, Harley Géma et Juninho Dry will give their best, but will that be enough?
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Matthieu Abrivard – Sébastien Guarato, a performing tandem
If Matthieu Abrivard and It’s a Dollarmaker were disqualified during their first two associations, at the start of 2023, the tandem formed by the Angevin driver and trainer Sébastien Guarato has, in general, enjoyed great success summarized by the following figures: 89 victories (including 23 groups) and 164 places in 463 races, for more than 4.5 million euros in winnings. Currently, the two professionals continue to shine through Frank Gioone of the best European 4-year-olds, announced at the start of the Prix Ourasi (Gr. I) on January 25. In the past, Matthieu Abrivard and Sébastien Guarato had experienced a great epic with the excellent gelding Ustinof du Vivierbut their main common feat of arms remains the victory ofIdeal Pommel in the 2022 UET Grand Prix (Gr. I), in Vincennes.
