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Top Trotters to Compete in Prix Kerjacques Despite Group 2 Status
Dual Prix d'Amérique winner Idao de Tillard headlines the $125,000 race at Vincennes on Saturday.
Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:11am
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A cubist interpretation of the high-stakes Prix Kerjacques trotting race, capturing the dynamic energy and competitive spirit of the event.Yonkers TodayThe $125,000 Prix Kerjacques at Vincennes on Saturday has attracted a high-quality field, including dual Prix d'Amérique winner Idao de Tillard, top gelding Inexess Bleu, and fellow Prix d'Amérique champions Hooker Berry and Hokkaido Jiel. Also entered are Prix de France winner Iroise de la Noe and Prix de Bretagne winner Josh Power.
Why it matters
The Prix Kerjacques, though only a Group 2 event, has drawn some of the top trotters in France, showcasing the depth of talent in the country's harness racing scene. The race will be a key test for these horses ahead of the prestigious Prix d'Amérique later in the year.
The details
The 2,700-meter Prix Kerjacques will feature a talented lineup, with Idao de Tillard looking to add to his two Prix d'Amérique victories. He'll face off against the country's top gelding, Inexess Bleu, as well as fellow Prix d'Amérique champions Hooker Berry and Hokkaido Jiel. Other contenders include Prix de France winner Iroise de la Noe and Prix de Bretagne winner Josh Power.
- The Prix Kerjacques will take place on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
The players
Idao de Tillard
A dual Prix d'Amérique winner who headlines the Prix Kerjacques field.
Inexess Bleu
The top gelding in France, set to take on Idao de Tillard and other top trotters.
Hooker Berry
A Prix d'Amérique champion entered in the Prix Kerjacques.
Hokkaido Jiel
Another Prix d'Amérique champion competing in the Prix Kerjacques.
Iroise de la Noe
The winner of the Prix de France, also entered in the Prix Kerjacques.
Josh Power
The Prix de Bretagne winner and Prix d'Amérique runner-up taking part in the race.
What they’re saying
“It may 'only' be a Group 2 event, but the $125,000 Prix Kerjacques has still attracted a high-quality field to Vincennes on Saturday (April 4).”
— Thomas Hedlund, Author
What’s next
The Prix Kerjacques will serve as a key prep race for the prestigious Prix d'Amérique later in the year, with the top performers looking to carry their momentum into that event.
The takeaway
Despite its Group 2 status, the Prix Kerjacques has drawn an exceptional field of trotters, showcasing the depth of talent in French harness racing and setting the stage for an exciting race ahead of the Prix d'Amérique.
