“L’Havana d’Elma (112) was at fault in the first meters of the race on January 6. We tried to lighten his weight under his front legs, but that didn’t serve his interests. This time she will be shod in front and that should help her balance to get started. She is not yet “sure”, but she has worked well and is evolving in a category where she can do well.
For my father’s training, I ride Lisbon Dry (303), which is in good shape. She has just obtained two third places and maintained good momentum in the morning. You will have to be wary at the start of the reduced distance this time. She will wear the blinkers that come down for the first time. She is once again able to position herself.
Oak Isofou (photo below) (403) was excellent in his victory on December 24. He got off to a perfect start, a point on which he can sometimes be a little less efficient. He seems to have remained in good physical shape. If he repeats his last performance, he has a starring role to play.
Indy Rock (606) was good on shorter in the Prix de Lille during his second place on January 5. We will have to travel this time on the holding course of 2850 meters, but if he repeats his recent performance, he can envisage a good ranking.
-Dream Day (713) always gives the best of herself. When the race is decided for her, she is capable of playing a leading role. When the courses are less fluid, like last time, she can aim for a fourth or fifth place. Luck will have to be on our side, but I give him credit for drawing a nice straight line.”
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