The winter meeting continues at the Paris-Vincennes racecourse this Sunday, with three Group II level events. Among the highlights, the Prix du Calvados will be one of the most followed events of the day. The stakes are high since the first three in the event will be given a ticket for participation in the “Cornulier”. Two weeks before the big deadline, there will be 13 of them competing in this Cornulier Races Q3. The race promises to be very open since some have not yet proven themselves in the specialty of mounted trotting.
GAZELLE DE VAL FOR A FIRST AT THIS LEVEL
At nine years old, Eric Lambertz’s mare has continued to push her limits since her debut in the specialty. Undefeated in six public outings, punters are wondering when the crazy rise of this big-hearted mare will stop. After successes at a lower level, Gazelle de Val (4) left thunderous impressions during her Parisian outings. Her recent success over 2175m in a great time suggests that she can achieve a great performance this Sunday. While she will be performing at such a level for the first time, she will have to be in great shape for this outing. Associated with the reigning Golden Stirrup, Matthieu Mottier, Gazelle de Val (4) could well make those around him dream this Sunday. Closely followed by race enthusiasts, it is an essential base in this Prix du Calvados.
EDITION GEMA TOWARDS A PURCHASE
The shadow of itself in the Prix Jules Lemonnier, Edition Gema (11) will have to redeem itself from this poor performance. While she was not racing her preferred distance, Marc Sassier’s mare was never in the race that day. Much more comfortable on the holding routes, his luck is undeniable this Sunday. If the mare repeats her second place in the Prix Paul Buquet, she can give the favorites a boost. She will have for her to be unshod on all four feet and to be associated with her faithful partner, Guillaume Martin. Marc Sassier will also present Harley Gema (6) in this Prix du Calvados: Cornulier Races Q3. A neophyte in the specialty, she will have the advantage of starting out and being associated with a jockey in good shape. In its driving class, it constitutes a very nice poker move.
IDEAL OF OAK, THE CLASS MARE
Third in the last Prix de Cornulier, Idéale du Chêne (13) is in the form of her life. After three profitable returns in driving, she was able to win two events and will continue to refine her form this Sunday. Already qualified following her victory in the Prix Jules Lemonnier, she will only remain stuck to the previous ones this Sunday. Two weeks before the Prix de Cornulier, those around him decide to give him comfort to give his best. Even if the objective is not to win this Sunday, the class of this champion forces us to keep her high on a ticket. The competition is still
fragile with horses rising in category, which will give him a good chance. Paul Ploquin will give him the best possible race to appear on the podium of this Prix du Calvados.
PLACES WILL BE EXPENSIVE IN THIS CALVADOS PRICE
Even if three horses seem to stand out on paper, it remains a qualifying event. The form of some and the facts of the race could allow some to defend their luck in two weeks. Still in preparation, Ina du Rib (10) no longer seems very far from showing up again, after a very good return to school. Surprising third in the Prix Bilibili, Jasmine de Vau (1) would not surprise by finishing on the podium. Very prominent on two occasions Halfa (5) will have to have remained as well to claim to compete for the good places. Convincing recently, the delicate Ines des Rioults (7) will have to show diligence to play a role in this Prix du Calvados. With a background in the economy, Grace du Digeon (8) and Vaprio (9) will claim small places.
Tune in this Sunday around 5:00 p.m. to find out the name of the person who will succeed Gold Voice. This Prix du Calvados: Cornulier Races Q3 will reveal the next three qualifiers for the Prix de Cornulier, which will take place on January 19.
