The starters for Quinté+ this Saturday, January 11.
CROSS PRIZESSATURDAY JANUARY 11
PARIS-Vincennes – 2850 METERS – DEPARTURE: 3:15 p.m.
The forces present
Excellent second in the Prix Octave Douesnel (Gr.2), KEENAN DE JOUDES (7) then discovered a too complicated task in the Critérium Continental with number 18 behind the car. He is back on a long journey and should rehabilitate. However, the game is not won in advance against the tenacious KOCTEL DU DAIN (15), capable of setting a sustained pace and going very far. KHAL’S FELLA (9) showed his competitiveness at this level and should still overtake more than one in the final phase. KANTO AVIS (3), winner of the key race on December 7, KOKOTE (4), even if she will only appear tackled on all four feet this time, and CORAL COGER (2), whose debut under the rule of Nicolas Bazire is have proven encouraging, are all credible candidates for the podium. GLOBAL ETALON (6) left a particularly favorable impression in the Critérium Continental (6th), without being hard pressed, and deserves a special mention. Even if he has his sights set on the Prix de Cornulier in a week, KALIF LANDIA (12) cannot be ignored at the time of choice.
Mickaël AFRIAT’s prediction
| 7 | 15 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 12 |
| KEENAN DE JOUDES |
KOCTEL DU DAIN |
KHAL’S FELLA |
KANTO NEWSPAPER |
ALL THE WAY |
CORAL FUCK |
GLOBAL ETALON |
KALIF LANDIA |
The starters in detail and the opinions of the pros
1 –
Noticed on December 7 (4th), this good sprinter then experienced many misfortunes in the Prix d’Angoulême (10th), reaching the post with his resources intact. That said, he will remain shod and will find slightly more accessible opposition on January 19, in the Prix de Mirande. Outsider.
The reporter’s opinion:
“Immortal Doc (1) was unlucky in the final turn during his last appearance. The previous time, he ran very well in the Prix Octave Douesnel, over a long distance. He has the potential to place himself in such a company, but the fact that he remains tight tempers our optimism. »
2 –
For her first attempt under the training of Nicolas Bazire, this Scandinavian trotter did well on January 1 (5th), after having had to bring back the car of three on the climb. She is taking on a stronger field but certainly has money to be made on French soil. To watch.
Nicolas Bazire, trainer and driver:
“I really liked Coral Coger (2) during her first appearance at Vincennes. We traveled in depth for a long time, but she maintained her effort well until the end. She is brilliant but still knows how to manage herself. So I have no apprehension about extending the distance. I have some questions about her, but I believe she is capable of doing well.”
3 –
This son of Ready Cash achieved the best performance of his career on December 7, winning the Prix Octave Douesnel (Gr.2). It has regained freshness and will be presented in the same hardware configuration. Nothing stands in the way of seeing it confirmed.
Marc Sassier, coach:
“Kanto Avis (3) has worked well since his success in the Prix Octave Douesnel, a little over a month ago. Being cool shouldn’t upset him. At this level, they all hold each other very closely. If he benefits from a smooth course, he can actively participate in the finish. »
4 –
Winner of the Ariste Hemard Prize (Gr.2) as a “boss”, this mare in full bloom is also capable of standing up to males. Even if she will only be tackled on all four feet this time, she should be retained in high rank.
Mathieu Mottier, trainer and driver:
“Kokote (4) was unlucky at the start in the Critérium Continental. We must forget this race. She remained very good and must confirm her previous good performances. I plate it to preserve the iron removal effect in Group 1 two weeks later. With a good race, it can be included at the end of the Quinté+ combination. »
5 –
Declared non-runner in the Quinté+ of January 1, this representative of Jean-Pierre Barjon will therefore make a comeback this Saturday. It has interesting lines and will appear in “race mode”, but it has no reference over long distances. Pros and cons.
Alexandre Abrivard, driver :
“Elegance Kronos (5) is titled in Sweden. Saturday, she will take her first steps on the big Vincennes track. In the morning, she is uneventful and does what she is asked. This race will allow us to know if it has the level of a Group 2.”
6 –
Without being overly solicited by his partner, this Swedish trotter finished pleasantly in the Critérium Continental (6th). He has already shone over long distances and will appear barefoot again. At the end of a clear course, it can complete the winning combination of Quinté+.
The reporter’s opinion:
“Global Etalon (6) did well on his return to France in the Critérium Continental, narrowly failing to finish fifth. He has already run long distances and cannot be ignored at the time of choice. »
7 –
Excellent second in the Prix Octave Douesnel (Gr.2), for his return to Vincennes, this esteemed subject then discovered a complicated task in the Critérium Continental with number 18 behind the autostart. He is finding favorable conditions again and should set the record straight. A priority.
The reporter’s opinion:
“Keenan de Joudes (7) should not be judged on his attempt in the Critérium Continental. Previously, he had done well by placing himself between Kanto Avis (3) and Khal’s Fella (9). If he provides his best value, his place is at the finish. »
8 –
Placed in two Group 1s last winter, this wait-and-see team has not been able to provide similar values in recent weeks. She doesn’t have much room for maneuver, especially against males, but is still capable of making a splash in her prosperous days. Notice to fans of outsiders.
Clément Duvaldestin, driver:
“Katinka du Mouchel (8) was at fault in the descending part of the Critérium Continental. The tempo was too fast. She no longer has any margin now. Even if she is good in the morning in training, she will need to benefit from a very favorable progress to grab a small place. »
9 –
Author of a remarkable end of the race in the Prix Octave Douesnel (3rd), this protégé of Fabrice Souloy then had bad luck in the Critérium Continental. He enjoys long distances and looks competitive for the first places.
Emma Souloy, daughter of the coach:
“We were very scared for Khal’s Fella (9) in the Critérium Continental. He came home with bruises and muscle strains. We hesitated before making the decision to race, but this week he worked really well. He is therefore at the start this Saturday with pretensions. It will be necessary to count on a good course, but he has the level to actively participate in the finish. »
10 –
This class subject theoretically has the size for such an event, but he is making a comeback and sometimes experiences problems with his pace. He will remain shod and will undoubtedly be more competitive on January 25 in the Prix Bold Eagle.
The reporter’s opinion:
“King Opera (10) is making a return to competition with his irons, and his trainer is sitting on the sulky for this restart. He will certainly need this race to regain his best level. We leave it aside for the moment. »
11 –
This son of Bold Eagle has continued to disappoint since his success on August 17 in the Prix Phaeton (Gr.2). His form is questionable and he remains better over short distances. Without making it a ban, given his titles, other protagonists are preferable to him.
Adrien Guarato, son of the coach:
“Kristal Josselyn (11) was not convincing in the Critérium Continental. He let go and had no more resources when he made a mistake at the last turn. However, in the morning, he seems in good spirits. He joined Grosbois about ten days ago and displays encouraging behavior. However, he will have to reassure us during the race. A place at the end of the suit would give us confidence. »
12 –
Double winner of Group 1 in mounted trotting (Prix de Vincennes and Prix Jag de Bellouet), this representative of Alexis Grimault also has means in harness. He will not run the Prix de Cornulier next Sunday, although he is qualified, and will therefore be able to give his maximum this Saturday. Attention !
Alexis Grimault, coach:
“Kalif Landia (12) fulfilled his objective under the saddle on December 15. I don’t want to present him at the start of the Prix de Cornulier, against the “old guys”. So I’m going to put together a training program for him. He is still on top and will normally be more comfortable negotiating the final turn this time. I plan to see him actively participate in the final packaging. »
13 –
This mounted trotting specialist is taking advantage of this event to refine her physical condition before the Camille Blaisot Prize, contested on January 26. She has no chance this Saturday and can be ruled out without risk.
Stéphane Bourlier, trainer:
“Kelly de Banville (13) will not be fielded in her favorite specialty this Saturday. It will remain iron-clad and will have other objectives. His mission is very delicate. »
14 –
This American trotter was unable to convince during his first two attempts in France. In addition, he would have preferred to travel over a shorter distance. Faced with such rivals, he would fulfill his contract by placing fifth or sixth.
Sabine Kagebrant, coach:
“Kilmister (14) finished his journey tired in the Critérium Continental, but he certainly paid for his violent efforts at the start of the course. He also needed this race because he had been ill in early December. I think he will perform better this Saturday. If it can benefit from a favorable course, it can complete the winning combination of Quinté+. »
15 –
Long considered the leader of his promotion, this hard-working subject returned to his favorite distance after trying his luck in the Critérium Continental, over 2100 meters. Rarely disappointing when he plays unshod on all four feet, he should not come out of the top three.
The reporter’s opinion:
“Well known in this type of race, Koctel du Dain (15) will once again appear unshod on all four feet. In the Critérium Continental, it was not impressive in the end, without being unworthy. Back at a distance at his convenience, he should show a better face. Better to buy it with confidence. »
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SUMMARY 9 – 15 – 7 – 3 – 6 – 12 – 8 – 2
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