LASSAY-LES-CHÂTEAUX, June 19, 2025
Mottier’s Mounted Trot Mastery
Mathieu Mottier, a three-time golden darling, is on track for a potential fourth coronation in 2025.
- Mathieu Mottier has 45 victories as of June 19, 2025.
- Philippe Masschaele is the only jockey to exceed 100 wins in a year.
- Mottier has an impressive 49% success rate in the top three since January 1, 2025.
Is Mathieu Mottier, with 45 victories as of June 19, 2025, poised to dominate the mounted trot once again? Mottier, celebrated three times (2020, 2021, and 2024), seems well on his way to a fourth title, a feat last achieved by Philippe Masschaele in 2004 and 2005.
A Style That Speaks Volumes
The mounted trot has evolved since the early 2000s, with professionals adapting to the demands of the sport. Mottier, despite his size, demonstrates an aerodynamic posture, showcasing balance and strategic skill. Many consider him the reference rider.
Did you know? Mottier’s average rating is €5.40, significantly higher than his competition.
A Well-Oiled Stable
Mottier emphasizes coaching, spending mornings at his Mayennaise stable in Lassay-les-Châteaux, where he grew up, prioritizing his horses’ progress. His family structure, including his parents, Dominique and Danielle Mottier, has made a significant leap. This includes attracting ambitious owners.
Mottier, the previous Vincennes winter meeting’s best jockey with 32 wins, and third best driver, is now equipped with a large stable, comprising 82 horses in training. He is expected to compete with ambitions in four of the five Group I races on Sunday at Vincennes. This includes races like the Prix de Cornulier with Flames du Goutier in 2023 and the Prize of the President of the Republic with Plains Gladys in 2020. He could also hope to double the bet with Kyt Kat, directed by Thomas Levesque, in the Prix de Normandie.
The Present and Future of French Trotting
At 33, Mottier is entering a phase where he can stabilize his results as a pilot and coach. His trajectory, which includes 924 victories, marks him as a major player in French trotting races, with a promising future ahead.
