DIMITRI FERM
(Nad Al Sheba x Tracy Chapman)
Dimitri Ferm is a French-bred, Italian-based trotting entire who has firmly established himself as one of Europe’s elite performers. A six-time Group 1 winner, he has proven himself against the best across Italy and France, carrying the hopes of his connections towards the ultimate target, the prestigious Prix d’Amérique at Vincennes in January 2025.
Bred and raised at the renowned Ferm Farm near Turin, under the care of owner Cesare Canavesio, Dimitri has grown from a promising youngster into a dominant force in European trotting, admired for his strength, consistency, and determination on the track.
SIX-TIME GROUP 1 CHAMPION AND ITALIAN DERBY WINNER
In 2024, Dimitri stepped onto the biggest stage in European trotting – Vincennes. On debut over the classic 2,700m course, he finished a courageous second to Joshua Tree (Bold Eagle) in the Prix Octave Douesnel (Gr.2). Top driver Alexandre Abrivard praised his effort:
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“It was a very good performance for his first start on the big track and with shoes on. Barefoot and over his best distance, he will be a serious contender.”
Most recently, Dimitri showcased his brilliance once more, storming home to victory in the Gran Premio Freccia d’Europa at Naples in 1’10.6kr – a reminder of his speed and class against elite opposition.
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With his eyes now set on Paris and the Prix d’Amérique, Dimitri Ferm continues to capture attention as one of Europe’s most exciting trotting stars.
PERFORMANCE
From the outset, Dimitri Ferm stamped himself as a colt of rare ability. He rose quickly through the Italian ranks, his defining early victory coming in the Italian Derby, cementing his reputation as the standout of his generation.
Over the years, he has built an enviable record:
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Six Group 1 victories across Italy and Europe
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Earnings exceeding €800,000
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Best time: 1’11’’9 (set at age 4 in Italy)
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PEDIGREE
Dimitri Ferm hails from a pedigree rich in trotting excellence.
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Sire: Nad Al Sheba (IT) – Italy’s current leading trotting sire, known for producing durable, high-class performers.
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Dam: Tracy Chapman (FR) – a daughter of Goetmals Wood (FR), one of the most influential French sires of the modern era.
This bloodline combines Italian toughness with the brilliance and depth of French trotting, shaping Dimitri into a horse capable of competing at the very highest level.
