French Selections Friday 30th

R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX KISSA – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 68,000

IBIS PETTEVINIERE – 3rd of 16 to HOLD UP DREAM (4) in a 2850m Laval Class D a fortnight back. Has solid references over track and trip and is not one to be overlooked
INSTRUCTOR – In the frame in 2 of last 3, latterly 2nd of 16 in a 2850m Laon Class E on 1 May. Is proven under these conditions and is not about to disappoint
INDIGO PIERJI – Sports a new formula after finishing 10th of 14 in a 2850m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Is considerably better than recent numbers would suggest and must be respected
HOLD UP DREAM – Got back in the game 2 weeks ago when successful in a 2850m Laval Class D but in this company will have little to contribute
ICARE DE PHYT’S – 8th of 11 in a 2850m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Has done little of note this year and with hind shoes back on will have little to offer
HOLD UP RANAIS – Capable on a good day but will need to improve on latest 6th of 11 in a 2100m Class C here 2 weeks ago
IN LOVE DE JIEL – Surprisingly sanctioned in a 2800m Strasbourg Class D mid-month. Always gives his best though, is plainly in shape, and has a reasonable chance of making first 5
HAUTBRION COLMI – Undeniably useful but sanctioned in last 2, latterly a 2850m Class D here 3 weeks ago, and others easier to trust
IN RED – 12th of 14 behind INDIGO PIERJI (3) in a 2850m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Won last 4 when sporting the day’s formula and again looks a serious proposition
HISA DU MARGAS – Out of the picture in last 2, most recently 8th of 11 in a 2850m Class D here 3 weeks ago, and can be ruled out
ETHAN DRIVE – Not as sharp as he was earlier in the year, most recently sanctioned in a 2850m Class D here 3 weeks ago, and can be passed over
INDY DARK – Imposed at Laval before coming close 3rd of 10 in a Class C over course and distance earlier in the month and in similar form can wrap this up
FINGER DES BORDES – Sprang something of a surprise when 6th of 13 in a Class C under these conditions a week ago and a repeat seems most improbable
FEU DE REVOLTE – Has turned a corner since returning to racing barefoot, aged 10. Surprise 2nd of 12 in a 2850m Class D here late-April and will have his supporters
HOOPER DES CHASSES – Takes on a good bunch after running 3rd of 10 over 2000m in Gelsenkirchen on 1 May. Has failed to deliver in last 6 starts here though and even with Mathieu Mottier reining, others still easier to back
IACYNTHE DIDJEAP – Serious element that seldom lets the side down. Steps up in category but enjoys an entry made-in-heaven and Eric Raffin will be keen to oblige
Summary: Particularly performant when racing barefoot under these conditions, INDY DARK (12) is plainly at the top of his game and can win this if he replicates his latest performance. Reunited with Eric Raffin who won with him in January, the ideally-engaged IACYNTHE DIDJEAP (16) is barefoot following his mid-month conditioner and is not incapable of getting straight down to business. Never disappointing in the day’s configuration, IN RED (9) will be fully fit by now. INDIGO PIERJI (3) has yet to deliver for Matthieu Abrivard but racing with front shoes off could well make all the difference.
SELECTIONS
INDY DARK (12) – IACYNTHE DIDJEAP (16) – IN RED (9) – INDIGO PIERJI (3)
C2 – PRIX KLOTHO – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 53,000
KISS ME AGAIN – Determined winner of a 2200m Caen Class C 3 weeks ago. Has won 2 of 4 over track and trip and must be taken seriously
KEVISAN – Useful sort making first appearance since running 6th of 14 in a Class B under these conditions 3 months ago and is going to need the race
DIABEL – Sanctioned early when preparing for this in a 2875m Enghien Class D on 17 April. Has yet to disappoint when barefoot at Vincennes and, winner last time under these conditions, will not be far off the mark
VALLATONIAN – 2nd of 13 in a Class D over course and distance on 18 April. Comes here fresh and looks set to continue his competitive ways
KISS ME HONEY – 4th of 10 on comeback in a 3000m Marseille-Borély Class C 2 weeks ago. Takes on a better lot here though and not an obvious choice
HASHTAG SIMONI – Raced better in a 2100m Class C here mid-month than his 5th of 16 would suggest. Eric Raffin maintains faith and will be expected to make the frame this time
KARBONE CASH – Has not been seen out since running 6th of 14 in a 2875m Argentan Class A last November and has nothing to offer
KORONA DELADOU – Pleased in last 2, latterly 2nd of 13 in a 2850m Maure-de-Bretagne Class C on 23 April, but represents no more than a minor place prospect
KALINE DE VIVOIN – Finished last of 5 in a 2850m monte Gr.2 here on 25 April and will have other priorities
KAISER – Made up for a brace of sanctions when 2nd of 13 to KALINE DU LOCHEUR (11) in a Class C over course and distance on 25 April. Is never far from breaking stride but on good behaviour can finish in the mix
KALINE DU LOCHEUR – Easy winner of a Class C over course and distance on 25 April and will again take all the beating
EVERY TIME WINNER – Ran 2nd in Turin before finishing 10th of 15 in a 2850m Vincennes Class B on 11 April. Drops in category but still not a player
JOPLIN DES CROUAS – Twice in the frame before faulting in a Class D over course and distance a week ago and can be passed over
KISS ME DE NAVARY – Reliably performant mare that won over 2300m at Mons on return earlier in the month. Enjoys an excellent entry and, entrusted to Alexandre Abrivard for the first time, will be no pushover
KANDIE D’ORCO – Solid in 3 of 4 this year but will need to show marked improvement on her 4th of 12, a place behind KONDOR (16), in a 2150m Vichy Class B 2.5 weeks ago
KONDOR – Ran 5th at Maure before coming 3rd of 12 in a 2150m Vichy Class B 2.5 weeks ago. Has monte form under these conditions but still not a priority
Summary: Firing on all cylinders over recent months, KALINE DU LOCHEUR (11) pulled off her career-best victory last month and looks thoroughly capable of repeating. She will still be up against the dependable and freshly-reconfigured KISS ME DE NAVARY (14) who won at Mons on her first start since December, and HASHTAG SIMONI (6) who has not finished out of the first 5 all year. Enjoying something of a renaissance, VALLATONIAN (4) will be competitive for a place on the podium.
SELECTIONS
KALINE DU LOCHEUR (11) – KISS ME DE NAVARY (14) – HASHTAG SIMONI (6) – VALLATONIAN (4)
C3 – PRIX BILLETS DISCOUNT (PRIX ABUNDANTIA) – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B Race – Harness – EUR € 52,000
LOUSTIC DE SALOMAX – Put in a good effort to run 2nd of 7 to LOUIS VITTON MIJO (7) in a Class D under these conditions early last month. Cones here fresh and barefoot and will be no easy touch
LAST QUEEN – Tricky filly that ran 9th of 10 finishers behind LUTIN JABA (10) when being conditioned in a Class B over course and distance on 14 May. Shod to preference and must be afforded respect
LOBBING DE BLARY – Fast-finishing 5th of 14 in a Class B over course and distance 3.5 weeks ago, despite enduring a tough trip, and has the wherewithal to challenge for a place in the frame this time
LOTUS GRIFF – Out of the picture in last 3, latterly sanctioned in 14 May race of reference, and others easier to back
LAMONT DU DOUET – Sanctioned after having been denied a run in a Class B under these conditions on 14 May. Showed his form that day and in similar shape could pleasantly surprise
LEONARDO VICI – Classy type that demolished a 2475m Royan Class C on 4 May but would be preferred competitively shod
LOUIS VITTON MIJO – Made it 2 on the trot last Sunday when dominating a Class C under these conditions. Is a veritable steamroller when barefoot and will not be easy to oppose
L’AMIRAL GAGNANT – Won 2 in a row before finishing 12th of 14 in a Class B over track and trip on 6 May and even racing barefoot will struggle to make his presence felt
LITTLE WINGS – Disappointing since the break, most recently 8th of 10 finishers behind LUTIN JABA (10) in a Class B over course and distance on 14 May and must get her house in order
LUTIN JABA – 5th of 13 despite faulting early in a Class B over course and distance on 14 May but can more than make amends if Nicolas Bazire assures his initial strides
Summary: Undefeated in 2 starts over course and distance, the talented LOUIS VITTON MIJO (7) plainly has a lot more to give and is in with a realistic chance of pulling off the hat-trick. Runner-up to him in early-April, LOUSTIC DE SALOMAX (1) runs barefoot this time and should again figure prominently, but may first have to see off the well-engaged LUTIN JABA (10) who is better than his recent result would suggest. LOBBING DE BLARY (3) put in a fine finish here earlier in the month and looks set for a competitive run.
SELECTIONS
LOUIS VITTON MIJO (7) – LUTIN JABA (10) – LOUSTIC DE SALOMAX (1) – LOBBING DE BLARY (3)
C4 – PRIX PYTHIA – 2850m (a2m) – Class B Race – Harness – EUR € 75,000
JINGLE DU PONT – Sanctioned in a 2450m Caen Class C 3 weeks ago. Not as sharp as he was last season but is barefoot for the occasion and is certainly worth monitoring
INDIGO DE FONTAINE – Serious trotter that has struggled somewhat of late, latterly last of 10 behind HERO SIBEY (10) in a Class A under these conditions on 14 May. Pads fitted this time and best to keep one’s powder dry
JAKARTAS DES PRES – Pleasant 5th of 9 finishers in a 2625m Class B at La Rochelle on 11 May but a repeat seems most improbable
JAZZ IN MONTREUX – Returns to the harness code after easily winning a 2450m Caen monte Class B 3 weeks ago but is unlikely to be as performant
IZNOGOUD AM – Starts for first time since finishing 9th of 11 in a 2100m Class A here in early-February. Has proven form in superior company and with application can open his French account
HELIOT DE CAHOT – Last but one behind JAKARTAS DES PRES (3) in a 2625m Class B at La Rochelle on 11 May. Has so far failed to replicate last season’s form and can be ruled out
HERADAMES – Reassuring 3rd of 15 to JAZZ IN MONTREUX (4) in a 2450m Caen monte Class B 3 weeks ago. Appreciates these conditions and will be expected to play an active role
SELF EXPLOSIVE – Has merit but sanctioned early in a Class A over course and distance on 14 May and needs to get his house in order
GABRIELLA DUEM – 2nd of 15 to JAZZ IN MONTREUX (4) in a 2450m Caen monte Class B 3 weeks ago. Seems at home in her new yard and is eminently capable of getting her nose in front
HERO SIBEY – Made up for Maure sanction when 4th of 11 in a Class A under these conditions on 14 May. Has been spirited of late but does not lack the wherewithal to impose
HAVE SEVEN – Unseen since running 5th of 15 in a 2925m Cagnes Class B in early-March. Shoes on and no threat
UNICO BROLINE – Quality nordic import making first start for new yard. Finished last of 12 behind IBISCUS MAN (13) in a 2100m Class B here early this month but must be taken more seriously this time
IBISCUS MAN – Fine servant that ran 2nd of 12 in a 2100m Class B here on 3 May. Has solid references in the day’s configuration and must be considered a priority
FELIX DU BOURG – Encouraged at Cagnes in March before running 9th of 11 in a 2525m Cavaillon Class B early last month. Comes here fresh but is unlikely to influence the result
Summary: A quality element that raced in superior company here over the winter, IZNOGOUD AM (5) drops down the category-ladder for his return to competition and must be considered a leading concern. Mathieu Mottier will still be keeping a watchful eye on HERO SIBEY (10) who has nothing to prove in this class, and the reconfigured IBISCUS MAN (13) who is plainly close to his race. GABRIELLA DUEM (9) returns to racing left-handed after 2 solid efforts in the provinces and is easy to like for a place on the podium.
SELECTIONS
IZNOGOUD AM (5) – HERO SIBEY (10) – IBISCUS MAN (13) – GABRIELLA DUEM (9)
C5 – PRIX LAVATER – ETRIER 4 ANS Q3 – 2700m (a1m1/2) – – Mounted – EUR € 120,000
LARA DE CHENU – Debuts in the discipline after having run 9th of 11 in a harness Class C over course and distance 2 weeks ago and has no realistic chance
LASKA DU LEVANT – Useful filly that faulted in a Class C over track and trip 10 days ago and in this company will have her work cut out
LAKANA DE FELLIERE – Good, consistent filly that came 4th of 10 finishers in a Class C over course and distance 10 days ago but faces a very stiff test this time
LEONARDO DE LOU – Made it 2 in a row when winning a 2175m Class D here on 6 May but the step up in category looks a step too far
L’ECRIN D’OR – Won over course and distance first time under the saddle before losing his action in Gr.2 Prix René Palyart. Shoes back on though and Alexandre Abrivard will be keen to put things right
LAMBADA DU GOUTIER – Sanctioned in all 4 this year, most recently 2450m Gr.2 Prix Henri Ballière at Caen 3 weeks ago. Sports 4 pads this time but others still easier to trust
LOCHAN – Pleasantly surprising 3rd of 14 to LITTLE ORELIE (16) in 2450m Gr.2 Prix Henri Ballière at Caen 3 weeks ago, but confirmation seems unlikely
LE VOYOU D’ALMO – 5th of 7 finishers to LOOPING DAY (12) in 2175m Gr.2 Prix René Palyart here on 25 April and is unlikely to trouble the judge
LISBONNE DRY – In the frame in 4 straight before faulting in the race of reference. Showed her form that day though and, barefoot for the occasion, should not disappoint
LARA DU LERRE – Has gone from strength to strength this term, latterly 2nd of 14 to LITTLE ORELIE (16) in 2450m Gr.2 Prix Henri Ballière at Caen 3 weeks ago. Has never disappointed when barefoot and although not a priority, must be retained
LIONHEART – Surprisingly sanctioned in 2175m Gr.2 Prix René Palyart here on 25 April. Excels over 2700m here and will take some beating
LOOPING DAY – Sprang a 17/1 surprise when securing the 2175m Gr.2 Prix René Palyart on 25 April. Unlikely to repeat but should nevertheless hold his own
LOVISSIME – Has not been seen out since running 3rd of 10 in a 2850m Gr.2 here in early-February. Makes just 2nd start for new trainer but would be preferred barefoot
LUCKY JACKSON – Ran 3rd in Prix René Palyart before finishing 5th of 14 to LITTLE ORELIE (16) in 2450m Gr.2 Prix Henri Ballière at Caen 3 weeks ago, and will need to raise his game
LEXIE DE BANVILLE – Dual Gr.1-winning filly that finished 6th of 7 finishers in 25 April race of reference, after having faulted early. Re-shod for the occasion and will be expected to contest the finish
LITTLE ORELIE – Returns to Vincennes, and goes barefoot, after securing the 2450m Gr.2 Prix Henri Ballière at Caen 3 weeks ago. Has yet to impose over 2700m but is still unlikely to be far off the mark
Summary: A serious colt in both disciplines, LIONHEART (11) was unlucky to lose his action in the Gr.2 Prix René Palyart and Eric Raffin will be eager to set the record straight ahead of next month’s Prix du Président de la République. Last but one that day, LEXIE DE BANVILLE (15) reverts to racing with hind shoes on and should more than make amends, as should a shod L’ECRIN D’OR (5) who was going well before being sanctioned. For good reason, LITTLE ORELIE (16) is the richest horse here and, arguably better over shorter, is barefoot and still a major player.
SELECTIONS
LIONHEART (11) – LEXIE DE BANVILLE (15) – L’ECRIN D’OR (5) – LITTLE ORELIE (16)
C6 – PRIX TROPIQUES FM (PX DE CLAIREFONTAINE) – 2850m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 59,000
GO CHICAGO – 10th of 12 finishers in a 2700m Class F at Le Croise-Laroche on 14 April and races here on a prayer
GOLOSSO DE BRY – Handy trotter but has not been seen out since running 9th of 12 in a 2200m Salon Class E last November, and will need the race
FUNNY HORSE – Dependably performant type that ran 4th of 15 in a Class D over course and distance on 3 May. Takes on a marginally better lot this time but still looks competitive for a first-5 cheque
GREAT ROCK – 5th of 18 when preparing for this in a 2800m Vire Class F 11 days ago. Has otherwise been in flying form, appreciates the main track, and must be considered a contender
HUGO DU BOURG – Steps back up in category after running 6th of 11 in a 2700m claimer here a month ago and will have few friends
FERVENTE – 15th of 18 behind HIP HOP DE MADKER (12) in a 2950m Le Mans Class E on 8 May, on first start since October. Barefoot this time and although not a priority should not be entirely overlooked
GIPSY BOND – Last but one behind GREAT ROCK (4) in a 2800m Vire Class F 11 days ago and even though reconfigured will struggle to make his mark
GUESS FOUTEAU – 4th of 11 in a Class D over course and distance 3 weeks ago. Is as honest as they come and will be expected to finish in the mix once more
HIATUS – Last of 7 when being conditioned in a 2825m Class E at Le Croise-Laroche 2.5 weeks ago. Has never delivered under these conditions but the engagement of Matthieu Abrivard will help his cause
FUN LOVER – 10th of 18 behind HIP HOP DE MADKER (12) when preparing for this in a 2950m Le Mans Class E on 8 May. Barefoot this time and can make this his own
FLAMENCO – Flopped at Landivisiau before being sanctioned in a 2825m Class E at Le Croise-Laroche last week and even though reconfigured still looks to be out of his depth
HIP HOP DE MADKER – 8th of 18 when being conditioned in a 2950m Le Mans Class E on 8 May. Front pads fitted and can challenge for the win
HEXCELLENTE – Has not raced since finishing 11th of 16 in a 2100m Class E here 2 months ago. Not the most reliable but will be dangerous if she replicates her late-February performance
GAMINE DE RIBEAU – 8th of 16 in a 2100m Class D here on 14 May and can be confidently disregarded
GOLD PEJI – 9th of 16, a place behind GAMINE DE RIBEAU (14), in a 2100m Class D here on 14 May and is not about to upend the formbook
GEDEON DAIRPET – Returns to Vincennes after being sanctioned in a 2725m Lisieux Class E on 18 May. Enjoys an excellent entry though and Anthony Barrier will be determined to take advantage
Summary: A faithful servant that has clearly been prepared for this, FUN LOVER (10) races barefoot for the occasion and looks thoroughly capable of getting off the mark for 2025. Paul Ploquin will still be wary of the Eric Raffin-partnered HIP HOP DE MADKER (12) who will be shod as he was when imposing under these conditions last autumn, and the returning HEXCELLENTE (13) who struck gold here on her penultimate start. GUESS FOUTEAU (8) is difficult to knock in her current condition and will be competitive for a place on the podium.
SELECTIONS
FUN LOVER (10) – HIP HOP DE MADKER (12) – HEXCELLENTE (13) – GUESS FOUTEAU (8)
C7 – PRIX VICTOR CAVEY – ETRIER 5 ANS Q3 – 2700m (a1m1/2) – – Mounted – EUR € 120,000
KOURGA DE LOU – Sanctioned in last 3, latterly a 2200m Caen harness Class C on 10 May. Sports a fresh configuration for ridden bow but best to monitor
KASBAH PERRINE – 5th of 8 to KANO (3) in 2175m Gr.2 Prix Jean Gauvreau here 3 weeks ago but a repeat seems highly unlikely
KANO – Held off some very good horses to win 2175m Gr.2 Prix Jean Gauvreau here 3 weeks ago. Wearing shoes this time but still displayed notable class and commands respect
KEYNOTE – 4th of 8 to KANO (3) in 2175m Gr.2 Prix Jean Gauvreau here 3 weeks ago, on first start under the saddle, but looks out of his depth this time
KEENGAME – Decent mare but has not been seen out since faulting in 2200m Gr.1 Prix des Centaures in early-March and is not a concern
KATINKA AIMEF – Valiant 3rd of 5 finishers to KID BELLAY (7) in 2850m Gr.2 Prix Louis Forcinal here on 25 April, but will have ground to make up this time
KID BELLAY – Facile winner of 2850m Gr.2 Prix Louis Forcinal here on 25 April. Has turned a corner since being associated with Eric Raffin and pulling off the double is well within his capacity
KALIF LANDIA – 3rd of 8 to KANO (3) in 2175m Gr.2 Prix Jean Gauvreau here 3 weeks ago. Is plainly in excellent shape and can lift this if he gets off on the right foot
KAPAULA DE L’EPINE – In the frame in last 3, latterly 3rd of 8 to KANO (3) in 2175m Gr.2 Prix Jean Gauvreau here 3 weeks ago, but has been reconfigured and may not be quite as competitive this time around
KELLY DE BANVILLE – Ran on well to come 2nd of 8 to KANO (3) in 2175m Gr.2 Prix Jean Gauvreau here 3 weeks ago. Consistently in the thick of things when focused and is not about to disappoint
KYT KAT – Leader of his generation but sanctioned in last 2, latterly 2175m Gr.2 Prix Jean Gauvreau here 3 weeks ago. Should however win this if Mathieu Mottier manages to keep him focused
Summary: A high-class horse with nothing to prove under these conditions, KYT KAT (11) may have failed to deliver in his last 2 but will be fully fit by now and Mathieu Mottier will be eager to set the record straight. Gr.1 Prix Jag de Bellouet winner, KALIF LANDIA (8), has crossed swords with him on numerous occasions and, following a convincing conditioner, will be shod to preference and no soft touch. KID BELLAY (7) was unassailable in the Gr.2 Prix Louis Forcinal and constitutes a serious threat, as does a shod KANO (3) who won a Gr.2 on his first start under the saddle.
SELECTIONS
KYT KAT (11) – KALIF LANDIA (8) – KID BELLAY (7) – KANO (3)
C8 – PRIX SAPPHO – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 40,000
LOOK QALI – Respectable 4th over track and trip prior to being sanctioned in a 2875m Meslay-du-Maine Class D on 5 May but will still need to take his game up a notch
LUCIANO VREDEBEST – Ran 2nd at Caen before coming 4th of 11 in a Class D under these conditions 2 weeks ago. Races barefoot again and looks the pick of the field
LODESTAR – Made amends for a brace of sanctions when making short work of a 2850m claimer over the inner track here on 13 May. Takes on a better lot this time but still has a lot to contribute
LOIC D’AVEL – Steps up in category after comfortably winning a 2800m Tours Class E 12 days ago, on first start for Paul Ploquin. Is competitively-shod for first time and will generate interest
LUCERO TEJY – Comfortable winner of a 2875m Enghien monte Class D on 17 April. Has other ambitions and can be passed over
LUCIANO ROYAL – 8th of 14 in a Class D over course and distance on 2 May and in this company has no realistic chance
LOIR ET CHER – Goes barefoot for just 2nd time after running 5th of 6 over 2840m in a Mons conditioner 2.5 weeks ago. Thrives with Franck Ouvrie and is in with a reasonable chance of imposing
LAPS GEDE – Imposed at Chartres before running 3rd of 6 finishers in a 2475m Royan Class C on 4 May but will still need to find more
L’AMIRAL STREET – In the frame in 2 of last 3, latterly 3rd of 11 in a 2550m Beaumont-de-Lomagne Class C on 20 April. Goes barefoot but would be preferred racing clockwise
LATINO AU CROSNIER – Made short work of a 2800m Bernay Class E on 1 May, his first start for 5 months. Has previously imposed here for Robin Lamy and can do so again
LATHOS DE VIVOIN – Makes first start since running 4th of 8 finishers in a 2100m Class D here on 7 February. Enjoys a good entry though and, reconfigured with Eric Raffin reining, must not be underestimated
LOTUS DE BEYLEV – Won over 2200m at Caen before coming 7th of 17 in a 2875m Argentan Class E on 14 April. Goes left-handed for first time, is ideally-engaged, and looks a serious proposition
Summary: In form and by no means disgraced on his main-track debut mid-month, LUCIANO VREDEBEST (2) will be expected to continue his forward march and win this. He will still encounter resistance from the progressive LOIR ET CHER (7) who left a good impression here last month, and Vincennes debutant LOTUS DE BEYLEV (12) who imposed at Caen on his penultimate outing. LATINO AU CROSNIER (10) got straight back in the game earlier in the month, on his first start since December, and will have a legitimate claim on a place in the frame.
SELECTIONS
LUCIANO VREDEBEST (2) – LOIR ET CHER (7) – LOTUS DE BEYLEV (12) – LATINO AU CROSNIER (10)
R2 NANCY [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LA PLACE D’ALLIANCE – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Mounted – EUR € 19,500

JOKE DU HOUSSEL – Battling to regain best form and was disqualified at Chalons-en-Champagne on 25 May. Hard to trust and others are preferred
JULIOSCA MANNETOT – Unreliable and was 8th in a Class F mounted race at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 21 May. Might play a minor role at very best
JANGO DE GRAIS – Finished 12th in a Class E harness race at Reims over 2550m on 20 October. Likely to need this run returning from a break
INFAILLIBLE – Has major disqualification issues and has 7 of them in a row, the latest being at Le Croisé-Laroche on 21 May. Probably best watched for now
KALONEK DU MONT – On a very long losing run but is consistent and was fourth in a Class E Mounted race at Toulouse over 2325m on 9 May. Has a place chance
KANCAENNAISE – Knocking very hard at the door, with four runner-up performances in a row, with the latest being in a Class E mounted race at Cholet over 2800m on 13 May. Can go one better
JIZUKE JIEL – Unreliable and was 6th in a Class F harness race at Strasbourg over 2800m on 15 May. Fair form under the saddle and might play a minor role
JUST PACHA – Showed vast improvement when runner-up in a Class E mounted race at Lisieux over 2725m on 18 May. Can make the frame
KHARTOUM DE LA FYE – Has major disqualification issues and is coming off two of them, with the latest being at Salon-de-Provence on 22 May. Does better in mounted races and has a winning chance
JASMINE DANCER – Disqualified in a harness race at Vincennes on 9 May in her only start of the year. Fitter this time and can score back under the saddle
Summary: JASMINE DANCER (10) does not always show her ability and she was disqualified in her only start this year. That was in a harness race, and she is better under the saddle. She gets a narrow vote to score. KHARTOUM DE LA FYE (9) has disqualification issues, but he does like this discipline and can contest the finish. KANCAENNAISE (6) clearly deserves a winning turn after four runner-up performances in a row. JUST PACHA (8) bounced back with a better run at Lisieux and is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
JASMINE DANCER (10) – KHARTOUM DE LA FYE (9) – KANCAENNAISE (6) – JUST PACHA (8)
C2 – PRIX DE LA PLACE ST-EPVRE – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 22,000
MARGUERITE – Disqualified on her debut at Strasbourg on 9 March. Capable of improvement but is probably best watched for now
MURMURE – Returned to form and finished fourth in Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 12 May. Can contest the finish again
MORGANE DE HOERDT – Did not show her best when 7th in Class F at Strasbourg over 2800m on 15 May. Did much better in her first two starts and is not out of it
MIGNON DES MACE – Only modest of late and finished 6th in Class E at Vire over 2150m on 2 March. More is needed to beat these rivals
MASSALIA DU BOURG – Has disqualification issues and faulted last time out at Amiens on 17 May. Could be the surprise package of the race
MAFIA DU BAS BOSQ – Unreliable and finished 8th in Class E at Reims over 2550m on 17 May. More is needed to win but might play a minor role
ME AND YOU – A good debut winner in Class F at Saint-Omer over 2625m on 1 May. Has the ability and can double up in this line-up
MISS STORY – Did all that was asked of her when scoring on debut in Class F at Strasbourg over 2200m on 27 April. Can follow up
MELKIOR DE BAILLY – Yet to win a race but was not disgraced when 6th in Class C at Vincennes over 2700m on 6 May. Has a winning chance
Summary: ME AND YOU (7) impressed when scoring on debut, and he does look to have ability. This is a tougher race, but he can follow up. MISS STORY (8) steps up in distance after her good debut win and should be right there at the finish once again. MELKIOR DE BAILLY (9) did not run too badly in a better race than this at Vincennes and must be respected. MURMURE (2) is another who is also capable of getting into the mix again.
SELECTIONS
ME AND YOU (7) – MISS STORY (8) – MELKIOR DE BAILLY (9) – MURMURE (2)
C3 – PRIX DE LAXOU – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class G Amateur Riders Race – Harness – EUR € 19,500
IBELLO DU BOCAGE – Consistent of late and was runner-up at Wolvega over 2100m on 17 May. Tougher task this time but might earn some minor money
IZZY LISZT – Disqualified last time out at Lisieux on 22 September. Returns from a break and needs to find a few lengths to win
ILLICO DUPUITVERT – On a very long losing run and was 7th in Class F at Strasbourg over 2800m on 15 May. More is needed to beat these rivals
IT’S ME DIESCHOOT – In good shape of late and was not disgraced when 5th in Class F at Strasbourg over 2800m on 15 May. Should contest the finish
ISALIO JIDO – Has only been modest of late and was 5th in Class G at Amiens over 2400m on 17 May. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
INKERMAN DE PLAY – Unreliable and finished 5th in Class G at Laon over 2850m on 1 May. Capable of better and could be competitive in this line-up
IZGOOD DU ROEN – Unreliable and was only 5th at Mons over 2300m on 6 May, Capable of better and might play a minor role in this line-up
ISOCRATE DU CITRUS – On a very long losing run but was runner-up in Class G at Strasbourg over 2800m on 15 May. Has a place chance if in the same mood
IASALA DE COQUERIE – Has struggled of late and finished tenth in Class F at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 25 May. Needs to find a few lengths to win
IPSON WIND – Unreliable but did run well when third in Class G at Amiens over 2400m on 17 May. Barefoot and can do better this time
IN YOU – On a very long losing run but was barefoot and third in a claimer at Bernay over 2825m on the grass on 19 May. Remains barefoot and has a winning chance
Summary: A weak race and anything can happen. IN YOU (11) ran well at Bernay earlier this month. He has his first run for Antonin André and could score. IT’S ME DIESCHOOT (4) has been in very good shape this year and should challenge for top honours. INKERMAN DE PLAY (6) has disqualification issues but does have a winning chance when wise. IPSON WIND (10) showed good improvement at Amiens but is not reliable.
SELECTIONS
IN YOU (11) – IT’S ME DIESCHOOT (4) – INKERMAN DE PLAY (6) – IPSON WIND (10)
C4 – PRIX DE LA PLACE CARRIERE – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 17,000
LOLITA CLUB – Has been fair so far and was 5th in Class F at Strasbourg over 2800m on 15 May. Can play a minor role in this line-up
L’HISTOIRE SECRETE – Probably needed her only run of the year when 8th in Class F at Reims over 2550m on 17 May. Unreliable but is capable of winning
LEONY DE LA VITARD – Yet to win a race and was disqualified last time out at Laon on 18 May. More is needed to beat these rivals
LISA D’OURVILLE – Has yet to taste winning success and faulted last time out at Lisieux on 18 May. Has major disqualification issues but could play a minor role when wise
LOVE STORY BOND – Showed some improvement when third in Class F at La Capelle over 2700m on 4 May. Could do a lot better this time
LIPINSKA – Has some fair form of late and finished 5th in a claimer at Bernay over 2825m on 19 May. Might sneak some minor money
LOVE LETTERS FERM – Has major disqualification issues and faulted last time out at Angers on 10 April. Hard to trust but could make the frame
LUNA KALOUMA – Disappointing form of late and finished 6th in Class E at La Capelle over 2750m on 6 April. Capable of improvement and is not out of it
LLUNA DES BOSC – Has lost her way and was disqualified last time out at Vincennes on 6 February. Returns from a break and others are preferred
Summary: L’HISTOIRE SECRÈTE (2) needed her only run of this year. She will strip fitter this time and does look the best in a modest field. LOVE STORY BOND (5) showed improvement at La Capelle and could have more to offer. LUNA KALOUMA (8) is improving and can get involved in the finish this time around. LOVE LETTERS FERM (7) has disqualification issues and has yet to win a race, but can make the frame if at her best.
SELECTIONS
L’HISTOIRE SECRETE (2) – LOVE STORY BOND (5) – LUNA KALOUMA (8) – LOVE LETTERS FERM (7)
C5 – PX ASSO. DES COURSES DE MONTIER EN DER – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 17,000
LEVIATHAN – Has major disqualification issues and faulted last time out at Laon on 18 May. Hard to trust but can contest the finish if wise
LOTTERIO – Unreliable but was victorious in Class G at Saint-Omer over 2625m on 1 May. Tackles tougher but is clearly not out of it
LORD DE JAFA – Yet to win a race but did not run too badly when barefoot and 5th in Class F at Lisieux over 2725m on 18 May. Remains barefoot but more is needed to beat these rivals
LOVE DE BEAULIEU – Has major disqualification issues and faulted last time out at Lignieres on 25 May. Very hard to trust but could play a minor role when smart
LATINO DE CANCHY – Much improved of late and was victorious in Class H at Ranes over 2150m on 18 May. Can follow up in the same mood
LYS DU CAIEU – Returned from a break and was a good third in Class F at Laon over 2850m on 18 May. Fitter this time and has a place chance
LINDY HOP – Disappointing form of late and was tenth in Class F at Amiens over 2400m on 17 May. Did better last year and could earn some money
LOOK DAIRPET – Disappointing form this year and was 9th in Class D at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 21 May. Needs to find a few lengths to win
LOTUS JIEL – Bounced back to form when third in Class F at Strasbourg over 2800m on 15 May. Keeps that shoe arrangement and has a winning chance
LORENT CHALEONAIS – Needed his only run of the year when 7th in Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 24 March. Can bounce back to score fitter this time
LIVE ON – Needed his only run of the year when 9th in Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 12 May. Fitter this time and is capable of an upset2
Summary: LATINO DE CANCHY (5) has improved of late and was a winner on the grass earlier this month. He can double up if in the same mood. LOTUS JIEL (9) showed improvement at Strasbourg and keeps that shoe arrangement, so should have more to offer this time. LOTTERIO (2) showed what he is capable of with a good win at Saint-Omer and must be respected. LEVIATHAN (1) is hard to trust but did show ability the only time he didn’t falter.
SELECTIONS
LATINO DE CANCHY (5) – LOTUS JIEL (9) – LOTTERIO (2) – LEVIATHAN (1)
C6 – PRIX GEORGES GIRONDE – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 22,000
KAUDAN D’HOULBEC – Yet to win a race but did run well when third in Class F over this track and trip on 21 April. Could earn some more money
KALAO TOURNIBOIS – Returned from a break in good form and was runner-up in Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 12 May. Can go one better
KRISTAL DES MOYEUX – Has some fair form of late and was 5th in Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 12 May. Can make the frame
KROKEUSE – Yet to win a race but was fourth in Class F at Strasbourg over 2800m on 15 May. Might play a minor role
KOBE EIGHT – Returned from a break and was victorious in Class E at Reims over 2550m on 17 May. Barefoot this time and can complete a hat-trick
KAFIA DE CERISY – In good shape and finished fourth in Class F at Amiens over 2400m on 17 May. Can be compeitive in this line-up
KERMES – Has major disqualification issues and faulted last time out at Vichy on 17 May. Not easy to trust but is capable of winning when in the right mood
KALIKA DU RIS – Unreliable and finished 5th in Class E at La Capelle over 2750m on 8 May. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
KANEM – Much improved last run when third in Class E at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 15 May. Capable of contesting the finish
KAISER DE MORTREE – Broke a long losing run when scoring in Class E at Vichy over 2950m on 17 May. Can contest the finish
Summary: This shapes up to be a highly competitive contest with the potential for a thrilling finish. KERMES (7) is undoubtedly talented but inconsistent—difficult to fully trust, yet arguably the most capable in this field if bringing his A-game. KAISER DE MORTREE (10) ended a lengthy winless streak with a strong performance at Vichy and looks a genuine danger if building on that effort. KOBE EIGHT (5) is chasing a hat-trick after back-to-back wins and will be tough to dismiss in his current vein of form. KANEM (9) offers mixed form but certainly has the ability to feature prominently when things fall into place.
SELECTIONS
KERMES (7) – KAISER DE MORTREE (10) – KOBE EIGHT (5) – KANEM (9)
C7 – PRIX DES MIRABELLES DE LORRAINE – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 19,500
JUST LOVE D’ALSACE – Yet to win a race but was runner-up in Class F over this course and distance on 21 April on 21 April. Could earn some minor money
JEANNE D’ANJOU – On a very long losing run but did run well when barefoot and third in Class F at Vichy over 2950m on 11 May. Remains barefoot and can do be in the mix of things once again
JERIDAN – Disqualified in his last two starts, the latest at Chalons-en-Champagne on 8 May. Capable of better but others are preferred
JACKPOT DES THUYAS – Battling to regain form and was 9th in Class F at Strasbourg over 2800m on 15 May. Needs major improvement to win
JOEYSTAR DE NIRO – Proved in need of his only run of the year when 8th in Class F at Strasbourg over 2800m on 15 May. Fitter and barefoot this time so could score
JET DU CAIEU – Has major disqualification issues and was disqualified last time out at Strasbourg on 15 May. Hard to trust and others are preferred
JUBEO VEDAQUAIS – On a long losing run but is in good form and was runner-up in Class F at Amiens over 2900m on 26 April. Could play a minor role
JALISCA D’ARBAZ – Unreliable but did show improvement when third in Class F at Strasbourg over 2800m on 15 May. Can get involved with the finish
JAD DES ELIES – Showed some improvement when third in a claimer at Cherbourg over 2625m on 11 May. Could play a minor role
JUNON DES ROSES – Needed her only run of the year and was 7th in Class D at Argentan over 2875m on 25 May. Fitter this time and capable of impovement
JUMEIGE DE GODREL – Disqualified last time out at Graignes on 23 May. Battling to regain best form and needs major improvement to win
JOYCE DU VAL – Not easy to trust and was disqualified at Moulins on 18 May. In very good form before that and has a winning chance
JERONIMO DU CAUX – Ony modest form of late and was 7th in Class G at Arras over 2900m on 27 April. Did better last year and is not out of it
JACK QUICK – Has disqualification issues but did run well when fourth in Class E at Marseille-Borély over 2300m on 16 May. Big chance if wise
Summary: Another very open looking race. JACK QUICK (14) looks the right one but he does have disqualification issues, so one never knows which version will show up on the day. JOYCE DU VAL (12) fluffed her lines at Moulins but was in very good form before that and can bounce back to score. JEANNE D’ANJOU (2) usually runs well when barefoot and is unshod here, ready to be a threat. JERONIMO DU CAUX (13) did better last year and is capable of getting into the mix.
SELECTIONS
JACK QUICK (14) – JOYCE DU VAL (12) – JEANNE D’ANJOU (2) – JERONIMO DU CAUX (13)
C8 – GRAND PRIX PARIS-TURF – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 28,000
BEAU LEVALLO – Has some fair form of late and was fourth in Class E at Marseille-Borely over 3000m on 4 May. More is needed to beat these rivals
ONE LOVE BIANCA – Disappointing form of late and was disqualified at Strasbourg on 15 May. Capable of better but others are preferred
GLOBAL ATTENTION – Unreliable but was runner-up in Class F at Moulins over 2600m on 18 May. Could earn some minor money in this line-up
THE WORLD IS MINE – Disappointing form this year and was 8th at Orebro over 1609m on 26 April. Capable of better but others are preferred
COSMICO POLARE – In very good form of late and was runner-up in Class E at Cordemais over 2825m on 20 April. Has a winning chance
CANTAB AS – Holding form and finished fourth in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 3 May. Capable of making the frame
GHOST DE BEAULIEU – Unreliable but was barefoot and fifth in Class F at Toulouse over 2750m on 9 May. More is needed to beat these rivals
PURPLE RAIN (GER) – Disqualified last time out in a Mounted race at Le Croisé-Laroche on 21 May. Consistent harness form in Germany and could earn some money
GOWEN CHALEONNAIS – Has been struggling for some time now and was 7th in Class F at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2600m on 25 May. Needs major improvement to win
ISSU DE CORTEM – Unreliable and finished 7th in Class F at Vichy over 2150m on 11 May. Capable of better and is not out of it
INVICTUS DE HOERDT – Disqualified in his latest start, at Le Croisé-Laroche on 12 May. In good form before that and is capable of an upset
BAYARD (GER) – Holding form and was runner-up in Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 21 May. Should be right there at the finish again
IDOLE OF LOVE – Showed improvement when 5th in a Group 2 at Caen over 2450m on 10 May. Has a winning chance in this line-up
FAVICI PASMARICK – Unreliable and was unplaced last time out in Class D at Cherbourg over 2625m on 6 April. Capable of better and is not out of it
Summary: IDOLE OF LOVE (13) was fully shod last time in a competitive Group 2 at Caen and has a lighter shoeing arrangement today so should be able to score in a lesser grade. BAYARD (GER) (12) finished a close second in a similar contest last time out and should not finish far off it again. FAVICI PASMARICK (14)’s last run is best to be forgotten. He runs barefoot and can easily bounce back. COSMICO POLARE (5) was beaten by a smart horse last time and is another one who has a leading chance here.
SELECTIONS
IDOLE OF LOVE (13) – BAYARD (GER) (12) – FAVICI PASMARICK (14) – COSMICO POLARE (5)
R4 COMPIEGNE [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DES FRONDAISONS – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 28,000

BATAL YOUMZAIN – Finished 3rd in a Conditions race over 2000m at ParisLongchamp on 7 May. Ran well to end up just 1.25 lengths behind some talented runners
MONDO – Finished 4th in a Conditions race over 2000m at Paris Longchamp on 7 May but is held by BATAL YOUMZAIN (1) on that run
MERANO – Ran 4th in a Handicap over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on 13 May. Tries further this time but will need to improve to feature
ACACUS – Finished 4th in a Conditions race over 2150m at ParisLongchamp on 24 April. He has run well in all three of his races and has a chance
ZAGOR – Ran 6th in a Conditions race over 2400m at Lyon Parilly on 8 May. This gelding was well beaten and looks outclassed
AMILCARE – Non-Runner
QUEEN OF SCIENCE – Finished 4th in a Listed race over 2200m at ParisLongchamp on 4 May. Drops in Class and is the runner to beat
Summary: QUEEN OF SCIENCE (7) ran against a lot stronger in a Listed race last time and dropping in class will be the runner to beat. BATAL YOUMZAIN (1) also put up a good performance when a close-up third behind some decent runners and looks the main threat. AMILCARE (6) has run well in all three of his races, winning well last time and should show further improvement. ACACUS (4) pulled hard in his first attempt at racing on the turf and deserves another chance.
SELECTIONS
QUEEN OF SCIENCE (7) – BATAL YOUMZAIN (1) – ACACUS (4) – MERANO (3)
C2 – PRIX D’AMELIE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,000
PLAIN BEAU – Won a Claimer over 2100m at Saint-Cloud on 23 May and this gelding now looks ready to move up to the next level
SWEET MASTER – Finished 6th in a Handicap over 2500m at Croise-Laroche on 18 May. This gelding was well beaten and looks outclassed
PINGO – Finished 8th in a Claimer over 2500m at Saint-Cloud on 19 May but she is better than that run suggests
IL GRANDE BLACK – Ran 5th in a Claimer over 2400m at Compiegne on 28 March. That was his best run in a while and it was at this course. Chance
NATH SHOW – Ran 14th in a Divided Handicap over 2400m at ParisLongchamp on 7 May. Poor last run but was better in his penultimate
DIAMOND STAR – Finished 10th in a Claimer over 2000m at Nancy on 20 May. Will need to find more in order to be competitive
Summary: This race does look quite competitive but there was a lot to like about the win of PLAIN BEAU (1) in a similar race last time and he now looks ready to take on stronger company. PINGO (3) did not perform well in her last start but is better than that and could have a chance. IL GRANDE BLACK (4) had his best run since moving to France from Italy last time and it was at this course. He looks to be improving with each run. DIAMOND STAR (6) will probably need to find more to feature but could run into a place.
SELECTIONS
PLAIN BEAU (1) – PINGO (3) – IL GRANDE BLACK (4) – DIAMOND STAR (6)
C3 – PRIX DE SAINT LEGER AUX BOIS – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 23,000
GERARD TER BORCH – Finished 4th in a Conditional race for three-year-olds over 2100m at Saint Cloud on 9 May. Ran on well from last
WAKIF – Won a Maiden over 2550m at Gabarret on 8 May. This gelding won well but takes on a lot stronger this time
CHEVALDOR – Finished 4th in a Maiden over 2000m at Le Lion D’Angers on 6 May but uncertain to improve over the extra distance
DON’T SHUT ME DOWN – Ran 5th in a Maiden over 2000m at Le Lion D’Angers on 6 May and is another who should appreciate the longer trip
CARISHA – Finished 8th in a Conditional Qualifier over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 13 May. Needs to find more to be a contender
KETMIE QUEEN – Ran 4th in a Maiden over 2400m at Saint-Cloud on 23 April. She clearly appreciated the extra distance and is improving
CLAIRE – Ran 3rd in a Maiden over 2400m at Le Lion D’Angers on 6 May but was beaten by seven lengths and might struggle
ROSSONERA – Finished 6th in a Maiden over 1800m at this course on 10 May. She tries further but her last run indicates it will suit her
Summary: There was a lot to like about the manner in which GERARD TER BORCH (1) ran on strongly from the back of the field to finish fourth and should be even better over this distance. KETMIE QUEEN (6) ran 4th in a Maiden over 2400m and she clearly benefitted from the extra distance. ROSSONERA (8) showed a liking for this course having an improved run over 1800m and should enjoy the longer trip. That should also apply to DON’T SHUT ME DOWN (4) who ran well over 2000m and should appreciate the move up to 2400m
SELECTIONS
GERARD TER BORCH (1) – KETMIE QUEEN (6) – ROSSONERA (8) – DON’T SHUT ME DOWN (4)
C4 – PRIX DU PUITS D’ANTIN – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000
DARAYDANA – Finished 3rd in an event for unraced three-year-old fillies over 2000m at Chantilly on 2 May. With natural improvement she is the runner to beat
RODOYA – Finished 5th in a Maiden over 2100m at Haras Du Pin on 13 April. Ran well enough on debut to expect further improvement.
JANAH – Ran second in a Maiden over 2400m at Lyon Parilly on 8 May. She is getting better with each start and is one to watch
BELLE STAR – This filly finished 6th in a Maiden over 2400m at Saint-Cloud on 19 May. Has had a run at this track
MISAFIR – Ran 7th in a Maiden over 2200m at Fontainebleau on 12 April. Has shown little in her two starts and is held by others
WOLKE SIEBEN – Finished 9th in a Maiden over 1800 at this course on 10 May. Tries further this time but will need to do better
GALIA CI – Ran 9th in a Maiden over 2400m at this course on 10 May. She was well beaten and does evoke much confidence
MEKHTALIA – Finished 5th in a Maiden over 2300m at Angers on 26 April. Ran well enough to indicate that more can be expected
LADY ACHILLIA – Ran 3rd in a Maiden over 2200m at Fontainebleau on 12 April. This filly finished just 1.50 lengths behind Melanesia
MELANESIA – This filly finished 2nd in a Maiden over 2200m at Fontainebleau on 12 April. She can only improve on that performance
NOTTE STELLATA – Ran 8th in Maiden over 2400m at Saint-Cloud on 25 March and will need to show vast improvement to feature
Summary: DARAYDANA (1) ran well to finish third on debut and there looks to be a lot more to come from this three-year-old filly. Beaten just two lengths on debut MELANESIA (10) passed a few others in her debut run and is expected to do well over a little further. JANAH (3) has raced three times and has improved with each run. She has more experience than some of her rivals. RODOYA (2) finished fifth on debut in quite a big field and one can expect more from her this time.
SELECTIONS
DARAYDANA (1) – MELANESIA (10) – JANAH (3) – RODOYA (2)
C5 – PRIX DES BEAUX MONTS – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 20,000
MOOREA – Ran 4th in a Handicap over 1400m at Strasbourg on 8 May. She won her two races prior to that and is ideally distance suited
KEY TO VICTORY – Ran 4th in a Handicap over 1400m at ParisLongchamp on 15 May. That run was good enough to give her a chance.
LILAS TREZY – Ran 12th in a ]Handicap over 1400m at Chantilly on 28 April. Little to get excited about in her recent form
BEECHCRAFT – Won a Claimer over 1650m at Sable-Sur-Sarthe on 27 April. This gelding has won two Claimers in just five starts
HAZA – Ran 2nd in a Maiden over 1400m at Nancy on 20 May and will take a jump in class in this line-up
DIAMANTINE – Won a Maiden over 1200m at Monte-De-Marsan in 13 April. She will have gained confidence from the win
MISS DAVIER – Finished 8th in a Handicap over 1600m at ParisLongchamp on 4 May. She should be competitive at this level
JOUKOVKA – Finished 8th in a Claimer over 1600m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on 19 February. Recent form is not encouraging
WIXON’S MEMORY – Finished 14th in a Handicap over 1600m at ParisLongchamp on 14 May and looks unlikely to feature
LA CACHUCHA – Finished 3rd in a Handicap over 1400m at ParisLongchamp on 11 May. Showed improved form in that run
ZYA D’AUMONT – Ran 7th in a Handicap over 1400m at ParisLongchamp on 15 May. She looks to be held by other runners
MY QUEEN – Ran 6th in a Handicap over 1600m at ParisLongchamp on 4 May. Drops in distance and that might help
Summary: Another challenging race but BEECHCRAFT (4) could be the right one. This gelding has won two Claimers in his five starts and changed hands on both occasions. MOOREA (1) ran a decent 4th in her last start which followed on two successive victories. She loves the distance. DIAMANTINE (6) has not run badly in any of her six races and a win last time will boost her confidence. KEY TO VICTORY (2) finished a good 4th last time and should be competitive.
SELECTIONS
BEECHCRAFT (4) – MOOREA (1) – DIAMANTINE (6) – KEY TO VICTORY (2)
C6 – PRIX DE SAINT-JUST EN CHAUSSEE – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 18,000
MAJOR OAK – Finished 16th in a Handicap over 1200m at Chantilly on 6 May. This gelding is better than that run
CELESTIAL – Won a Conditions race over 1600m at Chantilly on 14 March 2024. He is unbeaten in two starts but has not raced in over a year
AGAT – Finished 3rd in a Handicap over 1300m at ParisLongchamp on 6 October last year. Was rested during the winter
TALENTUOSO – Ran 7th in a Conditions race over 1400m at Chantilly on 15 October last year. Will need to prove his fitness
WAPI – Ran 15th in a Handicap over 1600m at Chantilly on 27 March. Will need to improve markedly to feature
ROYAL RIGHT – Finished 14th in a Handicap over 1900m at Chantilly on 12 November last year. Unlikely to be a threat
KUMITE – Ran 11th in a Conditions race over 1600m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on 25 January. He will be fitted with blinkers and has Maxime Guyon in the irons
LAPPUHRCHE – Ran 6th in a Conditions race over 1400m at this track on 25 April. Up in class but track knowledge could help
GREY MAN – Finished 8th in a Conditions race over 1600m at ParisLongchamp on 30 April. May have been the effects of a second run after a one-year layoff
PTIT PEDRO – Won a Handicap over 1600m at Chantilly on 19 November last year. Has best form on the sand but should run well in this event
TORPEN – Finished 12th in a Handicap over 1200m at Fontainebleau on 4 November last year. Looks outclassed in this field
RAAGI – Won a Novice Stakes over 1400m at Southwell in the UK on 21 November last year. Has won both his starts in the UK
CORTADO – Ran 7th in a Handicap over 1400m at ParisLongchamp on 27 April. It was an improved second race after a layoff
FREJA – Finished 7th in a Qualifying Handicap over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on 1 May. She will be having her 3rd run back from a rest and will improve
LA MANDALA – Ran 15th in a Handicap over 1200m at Fontainebleau on 18 March. It was her first run back from a five-month break
PINTA – Won a Maiden over 1400m at this course on 31 May last year. A promising filly but has not raced for a year
Summary: This race is complicated by the fact that many runners will be racing after lengthy breaks. Topping that list is CELESTIAL (2) who won both his starts in 2024 but has not raced for more than a year. He does look to be the most progressive runner and should make a winning comeback. PINTA (16) is in the same boat. This filly won a Maiden on 31 May and has not been seen since. She also looks decent and should run well. GREY MAN (9) made a solid comeback but disappointed in his second start. AGAT (3) performs best on sand but has proven fitness.
SELECTIONS
CELESTIAL (2) – PINTA (16) – GREY MAN (9) – AGAT (3)
C7 – PRIX DU CARREFOUR NAPOLEON – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,500
MOASA – Unreliable and was 11th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 24 April. Did win her penultimate start and is capable of an upset
ANONYME – Showed some improvement when 7th in a handicap at Compiegne over 1800m on 21 May. Has a place chance this distance
KAVAKNEY – Unreliable and was 12th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 17 April. Did better on the PSF before that but can surprise on best form
ALPENGEIST – Has been campaigning on the PSF of late and was 9th in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 8 April. Better on the grass and has a winning chance
BLACK PANTHER – Disappointing last run when 7th in a handicap at Nantes over 1600m on 22 May. Did win her penultimate start and is not out of it
BOW LANE – Has struggled this year and was 13th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 14 April. Needs to find a few lengths to win
QUIZ EVOLUTION – Has been a disappointment this year and finished tenth in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 14 April. Did better last year and could surprise
SPACE QUAKE – On a very long losing run but did not run too badly when 6th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 4 May. Can play a minor role
RED CRAZY – Has been kept to the PSF for some time now and was fourth in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 14 April. Competitive off current handicap mark and could score
PRINCE DES DUNES – Has struggled all year and was 11th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 16 May. Can be competitive back on the grass
GIN GEMBRE – On a very long losing run and was 9th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 4 May. Has run well at this course before and is not out of it
WEEKEND WARRIOR – Yet to win a race and was 11th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1400m on 10 April. Needs to find a few lengths to win
MEHANYDREAM – On a very long losing run and was tenth in a handicap at Evreux over 1200m on 27 May. Capable of doing better this distance
GOT FROST – Battling to find best form and was 9th in handicap at this course over 1800m on 21 May. More is needed to beat these rivals
MY PREMIER COUNTY – Has struggled of late and finished 14th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 14 April. Others are much preferred
GALA DE CERISY – Has really struggled of late and was 15th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 16 May. Needs major improvement to win
Summary: This wide-open handicap could fall the way of RED CRAZY (9), who has been in solid form on fibersand and now returns to turf with the benefit of Maxime Guyon in the saddle. ALPENGEIST (4) is another back on turf but he is also a course & distance winner and surely has a good chance. GIN GEMBRE (11)’s last good run was at this track back in March and he seems well weighted so best to keep on the shortlist. PRINCE DES DUNES (10) has been eased in the handicap and could be competitive at present.
SELECTIONS
RED CRAZY (9) – ALPENGEIST (4) – GIN GEMBRE (11) – PRINCE DES DUNES (10)
C8 – PRIX DE LA GARDE IMPERIALE – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000
QUEEN FLO – Has struggled for some time now and was 12th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 3 April. Others are much preferred
AMOUAGE – Has struggled all year and was 6th in a handicap at this course over 800m on 21 May. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
SUHAAS – Yet to win a race but was runner-up in a handicap at this course over 1800m on 21 May. Can contest the finish
AKAGERA – In good form of late and finished third in a handicap at this course over 1800m on 21 May. Should be very competitive in this line-up
GOLDEN TRIP – Very unreliable but was victorious in a handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 3 April. May be better on the PSF but is not out of it
SHOWBOATED – Has lost his way of late and was 16th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 May. Needs to do more to win
PENNY DE CERISY – Did not show her best when 12th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 2 May. In good form before that and has a winning chance
VIKING D’AUMONT – Showed what he is capable if with a victory in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 May. Can double up
FRENCH DEFENSE – On a very long losing run but was runner-up in a handicap at Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne over 1600m on 19 May. Might play a minor role
PRINCESSE BLONDE – Unreliable but was runner-up in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 May. Can go one better this time
SUMMER FLIRT – Yet to win a race and finished 9th in a handicap at Dieppe over 1800m on 24 May. Needs to find a few lengths to win
PARMENIDE – Yet to win a race and was a bit of a disappointment when only sixth in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 24 April, Capable of an upset
WHATEVER IT COSTS – Only modest of late and was 5th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 May. More is needed to beat these rivals
RUM TUM TUGGER – Has been struggling for some time now and was 12th in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 31 January. Needs to find a few lengths to win
ZYGFRYD – Ket to the PSF of late and was third in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 16 May. Has a place chance
PRINCESSE VERA – Holding form and was fourth in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m on 19 April. Might play a minor role
Summary: PENNY DE CERISY (7) did not enjoy the best of run last time on the fibersand but was in good form prior to that and is given the nod. Course winner AKAGERA (4) comes in the race at the top of her game and looks another sound winning prospect. PRINCESSE BLONDE (10) showed last time out that she remains competitive despite her rise in the handicap. VIKING D’AUMONT (8) won with enough in hands at Saint-Cloud to suggest that he can defy the penalty.
SELECTIONS
PENNY DE CERISY (7) – AKAGERA (4) – PRINCESSE BLONDE (10) – VIKING D’AUMONT (8)
C9 – PRIX DU THEATRE IMPERIAL – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,000
SIMONS KING – Very unreliable and was unplaced in
WOFF –
L’IENISSEI –
CELTIC ARYAAN – Unreliable and finished 6th in a
EAGLEHAWK – In very good form and was victorious last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 May. Carries a 3kg penalty but can follow up
HAYEJOHN – In good shape and was runner-up in a handicap at Marseille-Borely over 1200m on 9 May. Has a winning chance
NEWKIDONTHEBLOCK –
BAKHCHISARAY –
PRAIRIE GLORY – Showed some improvement when 5th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 May. Has won this course and distance and is not out of it
LA DESINENCE –
MARKSWOMAN – On a very long losing run but was runner-up in a handicap at Nantes over 1600m on 5 May. Can go one better
SHANNA ROSE – Did not show her best when 7th in a
MONTGAUDRY – Yet to win a race but is in good form and was third in a handicap at Fontainebleau ovr 1800m on 12 April. Be right there at the finish
GALILEE DREAM – Non partante
KING HARTWOOD – Hard to trust and was unplaced last time out
ABISOLA –
Summary: A sound winner of a Saint-Cloud handicap last time out, EAGLEHAWK (5) has been flying high lately and is taken to defy the three kilos penalty. HAYEJOHN (6) is currently on the upgrade curve and ships a long way for the race so should be kept high on the shortlist. MONTGAUDRY (13) who keeps running well without winning and MARKSWOMAN (11) who was narrowly beaten at Nantes are best of the remainder.
SELECTIONS
EAGLEHAWK (5) – HAYEJOHN (6) – MONTGAUDRY (13) – MARKSWOMAN (11)
C10 – PRIX DU PALAIS IMPERIAL – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000
URI – On a very long losing run but was not disgraced when 5th in a handicap at this course over 1800m on 21 May. Could contest the finish
NICE PAULI – Has struggled this year and finished 8th in a handicap at Nancy over 2000m on 20 May. Needs to find a few lengths to win
ALAMSAR – Has struggled all year and was 12th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 May. Needs to do a bit more to win
THE TIME – Has lost the way and was 15th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 May. Others make much more appeal
VALENTO – Has struggled twice this year and was 8th in a handicap at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1100m on 18 May. Has won a couple of times at this track and could surprise
FASTER – In good form of late and weas runner-up in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 May. Can go one better this time
RUMPLETEAZER – Has improved this year and was victorious in a handicap at Marseille-Borely over 1200m on 22 April. Carries a 2kg penalty but can follow up
RUBIS GOLD – Holding his form this year and was third in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 May. Be right there at the finish once again
MAGURO – Has won twice on the PSF this year, including last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 16 May. Carries a 3kg penalty but could earn some money
PLANTHALYA – Unreliable and was 14th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 4 May. Did better in her penultimate start and could pop up in a place
J’AURAIS DU – Has struggled this year and was 14th in a handicap at this track over 1800m on 21 May. Others are much peferred
KOOL FIRST – Has struggled of late and finished 11th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 May. Capable of better but others are preferred
CARIBBEAN PEARL – Has not shown much so far and was 15th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 3100m on 9 May. Others are preferred
TAIKINABOLT – Has not shown much in four starts and finished 10th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 May. Needs to find a few lengths to win
SEVENTH WONDER – Has really struggled of late and was 13th in a handiap at Strasbourg over 2000m on 8 May. Needs major improvement to win
RUE DU SAHEL – Has struggled in three starts this year and was tenth in a handiap at this track over 1400m on 25 April. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
Summary: FASTER (6) has been knocking loudly at the door and could score on a track that she relishes. She is retained ahead of RUMPLETEAZER (7) who has taken a step forward this season and looks quite capable of defying the penalty for her last success. RUBIS GOLD (8)’s last run at Saint-Cloud was very good and in similar form he will have his chances here too. URI (1) always gives everything he has and can also be given some serious consideration.
SELECTIONS
FASTER (6) – RUMPLETEAZER (7) – RUBIS GOLD (8) – URI (1)
R5 SENONNES-POUANCE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DES BENEVOLES D’ECOMMOY (PRIX RENE COUETIL) – 4750m (a3m) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Cross – EUR € 23,000

GUMPCHOP – 5th on the last start over 4900m in a Class 1 cross-country at Durtal on December 15th. Won twice last year and is one to keep onside
ETOILE DU PILORI – Two unplaced runs this year, the most recent over 4700m in a Class 3 cross-country at Compiegne on May 26th. Twice successful last winter in cross-country events and warrants respect
KARL EDOUARD – 4th on his last start over 4800m in a Class 4 cross-country at Segre on October 6th. Faces a stiff task
NUEVITAS – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 4800m in a Class 4 cross-country at Blain on March 23rd. Looks vulnerable
DAKODAC – 5th on the last run, a win before that over 4250m in a cross-country at Nuille-sur-Vicoin on October 14th. Makes limited appeal
JARDIN D’EOLE – Three unplaced runs of late, the latter over 4750m in a Class 4 cross-country at this track on May 4th. Capable of a better performance
ICE FLAG – 4th on the most recent start over 4900m at Durtal on November 10th in a Class 4 cross-country. Can be overlooked
JOLY GIRL – Ran well to be 4th over 4600m in a Class 4 cross-country on April 13th at Haras-Du-Pin on her last start. Live chance
MISTER SECRET – Three unplaced runs this year, he failed to finish at Orleans over 3500m on May 11th in a Class 5 chase. Tries a new discipline, and others preferred
Summary: JOLY GIRL (8) was a decent fourth at Haras-Du-Pin in mid-April on her latest start and could be the answer to this open cross-country race. Her main danger could be ETOILE DU PILORI (2), who has a couple of unplaced runs recently. She won twice last year in cross-country races and warrants respect. GUMPCHOP (1) was fifth last time and is also a winner twice last year. He looks like one to be with each way. JARDIN D’EOLE (6) is also worth a mention.
SELECTIONS
JOLY GIRL (8) – ETOILE DU PILORI (2) – GUMPCHOP (1) – JARDIN D’EOLE (6)
C2 – PRIX ABRIVERT (PRIX DE LA VIEILLE FORGE) – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,000
FLAMBOYANTE – A winner in a Handicap at Chateaubriant over 2650m on 12 May. Up in the weights, but should be competitive again
NICE RULER – Finished 9th in a Condition race at ParisLongchamp over 2000m on 7 May. Others make more appeal in this line-up
LELLA DESJY – Winner of a Condition race at Plestin-Les Grèves over 2600m on 18 May. Has won twice from four starts this year and can play a minor role
CHUBASCO – Unplaced in a Handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 24 January. Needs to improve to feature in this line-up
OASIS BAY – Fifth in a Condition race at Le Lion-d’Angers over 2000m on 21 April. Won at this track in July and can be competitive again. Good chance
L’ETOILE DE FRANCE – Finished 7th in a Handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 2400m on 26 March. Needs to find a few lengths to win
PAMELA BOUM – Well beaten 10th in a Handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 1700m on 26 March. Others are preferred in this line-up
BOB LA BIDOUILLE – Unplaced in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2100m on 18 April. Penultimate start winner at Saint-Cloud and can bounce back to score
REVIVANCE – Runner-up in a Claimer at Vannes over 1500m on 8 May. Debuts in the Handicaps. Consistent sort who has place prospects
BAIKAL – Unplaced in a Handicap at Chateaubriant over 2650m on 12 May. Others are much preferred in this line-up
MARCELINE DESJY – Finished 6th in a Handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers over 2000m on 6 May. Equipped with cheek-pieces and was a winner here in March. Not out of it
DARK EMERY – A winner in a Handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 3100m on 10 December. Might need the run back and is best watched for now
KAHOUNA – Finished 9th in a Handicap at Angers over 2300m on 20 May. Likely to improve on the last effort and can make the frame
COSQUER VRAS – A runner-up in a Condition race at Orleans over 2200m on 11 May. Tried hard in the latest and must be respected
SAMOA – Finished 7th in a Handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2600m on 15 May. Unlikely to be involved in the finish
BALERION – Unplaced in a Condition race at Chateaubriant over 1950m on 12 May. Unlikely to be involved in the finish
Summary: OASIS BAY (5) has been consistent of late and was a winner the last time he raced at this track. This is a competitive handicap, but he gets a narrow vote to prevail. FLAMBOYANTE (1) is unreliable but was a convincing winner at Châteaubriant and can follow up despite carrying a penalty. COSQUER VRAS (14) has been in top form recently and commands respect. BOB LA BIDOUILLE (8) has won over this course and distance and is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
OASIS BAY (5) – FLAMBOYANTE (1) – COSQUER VRAS (14) – BOB LA BIDOUILLE (8)
C3 – PRIX DE LA ROCHE AUX FEES – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,000
SPRINGBOKS – Finished 10th in a Handicap at Angers over 2300m on 26 April. Ran a much better race before that and can be given consideration
SEMEUR – Third in a Handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 8 April. Consistent sort who has every chance again. Can go close
SPRING EVE – Finished 8th in a Handicap at Chateaubriant over 2650m on 12 May. Dropping in trip and this could suit. Deserves some attention
IN THE ARMY NOW – Unplaced in a Handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 2100m on 25 January. Others make more appeal in this line-up
DAFNE – Unplaced in a Handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers over 2000m on 6 May. Has been struggling this year and is easily passed over
OUI JE L ADORE – Finished 10th in a Condition race at Sablé-sur-Sarthe over 1650m on 27 April. Needs to show major improvement to feature
MARANADO – Third in a Claimer at Morlaix over 1800m on 11 May. Could have place prospects in this line-up but needs to do more to win
GALIWAY D’ANGE – Unplaced in a Handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2400m on 7 May. Not far behind SEMEUR (2) in March, and has dropped in the weights
KONIG CHOUCHEN – Finished 6th in a Handicap at Chateaubriant over 2650m on 12 May. Needs to improve massively to feature in this line-up
TRUST ON ME – Unplaced in a Handicap at Lyon-La Soie over 1800m on 18 November. Unlikely to be involved in the finish
ATHENA DES BOIS – Finished 8th in a Condition race at La Roche-Posay over 2400m on 18 May. Probably needed the run and could pop up at a price
USNAVYGIRL – Unplaced in a Handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2000m on 29 August last year. Off since then and can be overlooked
BELLA CIAO – Finished 6th in a Handicap at Compiegne over 1800m on 21 May. Always gives everything she has and must be respected
SORTOSVILLE – Finished 6th in a Condition race at Loudeac over 2200m on 27 April. Others are much preferred in this line-up
LA PALOMBIERE – Finished 6th in a Handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers over 2000m on 6 April. Has generally been struggling this season and is hard to like
ALF A STAR – Unplaced in a Handicap at Chateaubriant over 2650m on 12 May. Well weighted with the apprentice allowance and can be competitive
Summary: SEMEUR (2) has been remarkably consistent of late, making the frame in eight of his last nine outings. He is a very tempting selection here ahead of SORTOSVILLE (14), whose last effort at Compiègne is better than the placing shows. SPRING EVE (3) made the running last time but did not see the trip out. She takes a drop in distance and could be a worthy each-way play. SPRINGBOKS (1) has claims if he can run as well as he did two starts ago.
SELECTIONS
SEMEUR (2) – BELLA CIAO (13) – SPRING EVE (3) – SPRINGBOKS (1)
C4 – PRIX ANJOU BLEU COMMUNAUTE (LA VERZEE – CH. APPRENTIS/JEUNES JOCKEYS) – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 27,000
LADY COEUR – Unplaced last time out, a win before that over 3900m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on March 5th in a Class 2 hurdle. Can make the top three
KING OF SAINTLY – Fell last time, but won before that over 3900m at Machecoul in a Class 3 hurdle on February 23rd. Leading contender
LILLOU – Four unplaced runs of late, the latter over 3900m when unseating his rider in a Class 4 handicap chase on May 11th at Morlaix. He won at Angers in a Class 2 handicap hurdle in February. In the mix
FRAMATHO – Two 3rd placed runs of late, the latter over 3800m on May 4th in a Class 3 chase at Pontivy. Hard to rule out
ASTALAVISTA – Creditable 3rd over 3900m on May 22nd at Nantes in a Class 1 hurdle on his last start. Placed in a Class 1 chase at Auteuil in March. Among the leading chances
BARONNE DU BRIZAIS – Two unplaced runs this year, the latter over 3900m on May 8th at Auteuil in a Class 2 hurdle. Capable of being competitive
I RISK – Two unplaced efforts of late, the latter over 3600m in a Class 3 handicap hurdle on April 12th at this track. Others seem in better shape
DAILY QUEST – Won over 2600m on May 11th in a Class 4 race at Morlaix. Back over hurdles and was unplaced on her last run over hurdles on February 16th. Others preferred
J’IRAI LOIN – Two unplaced runs this year, the latest in a claiming hurdle on March 16th at Loudeac over 4000m. Unlikely to threaten
HOCK NOIR – Unplaced on the last run over 4100m in a Class 3 chase on November 5th, 2023, at Saumur. Opposable
MAGMA DODVILLE – Four unplaced runs this year, the most recent over 4200m on May 12th at Chateaubriant in a Class 3 handicap hurdle. Pass over
CELTIC JABAAR – Two unplaced runs of late, the latter over 4200m at La-Roche-Posay on May 18th in a Class 4 chase. Makes limited appeal
Summary: KING OF SAINTLY (2) failed to finish last time but previously secured a victory at Machecoul in February. If he has recovered well from his fall, he could be competitive under Simon Planque. ASTALAVISTA (5) looks like the main threat after finishing third in a Class 1 hurdle at Nantes just eight days ago. LADY COEUR (1) won on her penultimate start in early March and presents a solid each-way option. FRAMATHO (4) is also worth considering after placing in his last two runs.
SELECTIONS
KING OF SAINTLY (2) – ASTALAVISTA (5) – LADY COEUR (1) – FRAMATHO (4)
C5 – PRIX DANIELLE GODDE – 1350m (a7f) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,000
ALBERI – Third in a Condition race at La Roche-Posay over 1700m on 18 May. That was an improved performance and could have a chance if building up on this effort
FULL GAIN – Finished 6th in a Handicap at Dax over 1400m on 19 May. Always gives everything she has and can pick up some prize money
FLEUR DE SEL – Fifth in a Handicap at Nantes over 1600m on 5 May. Was unlucky that day and can make amends. Good chance
ISCREAMFORICECREAM – Finished 6th in a Handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 4 May. Equipped with cheek-pieces for the first time and is well drawn. Warrants attention
PRINCESS ZIZOU – A winner in a Handicap at Nancy over 2000m on 20 May. Looking for a hat-trick, but is dropping significantly in distance
EL MEASTRO – Finished 7th in a Handicap at Vichy over 1600m on 14 May. has too much to find and others are much preferred in this line-up
THEOTOKOS – Unplaced in a Condition race at Nort-sur-Erdre over 1800m on 20 April. Probably best watched until improvement is shown
CHILLI PRINCESS – Fifth in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1200m on 9 May. Holding form well and cannot be discounted I a race of this nature
BIENNE – Finished 6th in a Handicap at Evreux over 1200m on 27 May. Quick turn around and a big chance on that evidence
SYMBOLE – Well beaten 8th in a Handicap at Compiegne over 1800m on 10 May. has a few lengths to find and others make more appeal
MARQUISE VERA – Unplaced in a Handicap at La Teste-du-Buch over 1100m on 16 May. Well held that day and is hard to make a case for
TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL – Finished 8th in a Handicap at Nantes over 1600m on 22 May. Was a winner two starts ago and cannot be ruled out
IRAJA – Finished 7th in a Claimer at Sablé-sur-Sarthe over 1650m on 27 April. Drops in distance but remains very hard to fancy
Summary: FLEUR DE SEL (3) did not enjoy the best of run last time at Nantes and would have gone much closer with a clear run. Reunited with Anthony Crastus, she is the pick to redeem herself in this line-up. Fitted with cheekpieces for the first time, ISCREAMFORICECREAM (4) can make amends for her last below-par effort and it would be no shock at all to see her break her maiden tag. BIENNE (9) and TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL (12) head the remainders.
SELECTIONS
FLEUR DE SEL (3) – ISCREAMFORICECREAM (4) – BIENNE (9) – TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL (12)
C6 – PRIX DU SUD-MAYENNE – PRIX DU CERGO – 1350m (a7f) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,000
LAGOA SANTA – Finished 6th in a Condition race at La Roche-sur-Yon over 1700m on 11 May. Had run well before over today’s trip and must have solid claims
ANDINO – Finished 10th in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 May. Had run a better race over 1400m before that and os one to watch
SHOWMAN – Finished 9th in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1400m on 10 April. Supplemented for this race and cannot be excluded of the equation
KOL – Unplaced in a Handicap at Nantes over 1600m on 5 May. Needs to find a few lengths and others are much preferred in this line-up
BLUE DREAM – Unplaced in a Handicap at Le Croise-Laroche over 1100m on 18 May. Has a lot to find and can be overlooked
CAP SKIRRING – Finished 6th in a Claimer at Vannes over 1500m on 8 May. has been struggling this season and is hard to make a case for
LADY PINK – Unplaced in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 14 April. Unlikely to be involved in the finish and is best watched
L’AIR DU TEMPS – Finished 10th in a Claimer at Vannes over 1500m on 8 May. Needs to find a few lengths to be competitive
VEGA DREAM – Runner-up in a Handicap at Nantes over 1600m on 22 May. Seems to be back on song and warrants serious consideration
EL BNOUD – Runner-up in a Condition race at La Roche-Posay over 1700m on 18 May. Drops back in trip and looks a solid proposition off this current mark
SWEET DAMIANA – Finished 7th in a Handicap at Nantes over 1600m on 5 May. Down in the weights and must be respected
SHAMABEND – Finished 10th in a Condition race at La Roche-Posay over 1700m on 18 May. Others make more of an appeal
PREDETERMINED – Well beaten 9th in a Claimer at Morlaix over 1800m on 11 May. Unlikely to be involved in the finish
Summary: VEGA DREAM (9) has dropped considerably in the handicap and his last runner-up effort at Nantes suggests that he could be back soon in the winner’s enclosure. EL BNOUD (10) ran well last time but should show some progress back over a more suitable distance this Friday. LAGOA SANTA (1) is another one who is suited by the drop back in trip and must be followed closely. The same analysis applies to ANDINO (2) who did not see out the mile at Saint-Cloud last time.
SELECTIONS
VEGA DREAM (9) – EL BNOUD (10) – LAGOA SANTA (1) – ANDINO (2)
C7 – PRIX GLOBAL RECOV (PRIX DE POUANCE) – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 26,000
LUCKYMIX – Two unplaced efforts of late, the most recent when pulled up over 3700m at Angers on December 7th in a Class 3 chase. Needs to get back on track
L’OR DE CHABA – Two unplaced runs over hurdles lately, 6th at Compiegne on the most recent on May 7th in a Class 3 hurdle. Place chance
LARMENAY – Two placed runs on the flat, 4th on the latest over 3000m at Le Lion d’Angers on May 6th. Hurdling debut, and he will be well-prepared.
LE RISKEL – He has won his last two races on the flat, the latest a Group 3 AQ race at Nantes on November 1st over 2400m. Hurdling bow, and he can score
LEBOURGE DU BOULAY – Three unplaced runs on the flat, the latest over 2400m at Pornichet on December 8th in a conditions race. Unlikely to threaten
LIVADI – Placed on the last two runs, 2nd on the latest over 3800m at Pontivy on May 4th in a Class 5 chase. Among the leading each-way chances
LUTTEUR DU GITE – Two unplaced runs this year, Fell on the last run over 3800m on May 4th at Pontivy in a Class 5 chase. Can be competitive
L’JANY DE JAUZE – 5th last time over 3000m on the flat on May 6th at Le Lion d’Angers. Hurdles debut and has work ahead
LOVE ME BAIE – Unplaced last time, 2nd on the run before that over 2400m on September 8th at Ajaccio on the flat. Hurdling debut and can make the frame
LARA CROFT – Unplaced on the one run on the flat over 2400m on October 6th at Saint-Brieuc. Tries hurdles for the first time and might find a few too smart
Summary: LE RISKEL (4) has secured back-to-back wins on the flat, most recently in a Group 3 AQ race at Nantes in November. He should be well-prepared for his hurdle debut. LARMENAY (3) has placed twice on the flat recently and now steps up for his first hurdle race. He could push the likely favorite. LIVADI (6) finished second over fences last time and looks like a solid each-way option. LUTTEUR DU GITE (7) appears to be the best of the remainder.
SELECTIONS
LE RISKEL (4) – LARMENAY (3) – LIVADI (6) – LUTTEUR DU GITE (7)
C8 – PRIX DU VERGER – PRIX DES BENEVOLES DE PORNICHET – 1350m (a7f) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 12,000
RASTRELLARE – A winner in a Handicap at this track over 1350m on 15 March. Was a late scratch last time and must respected
KENMADA – Well beaten 8th in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 13 September. Off since then and could need the run. Pass by
RAOUZA – Winner in a Condition race at Limoges over 1400m on 4 May. This is a much stiffer task but cannot be totally ruled out
ASHIKIDAH – Finished 9th in a Listed race at Chantilly over 1600m on 6 May. Big drop in Class and should make a bold bid for victory
TELCHERBOLINE – Winner of a Handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 24 October. Very consistent and warrants consideration despite returning from a break
SOMMERBLAU – Unplaced in a Handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 4 May. Needs to show vast improvement to feature in a race of this nature
FORT ETNA – Finished 8th in a Condition race at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 9 May. Expected to improve on this last run and can surprise
LADY JULIANE – A 3-year-old filly by Tamayuz out of Maoineas who makes her debut. Watch the betting as a guide to her chances
Summary: Initially entered in the Poule d’Essai des Pouliches, ASHIKIDAH (4) has not performed up to expectations but she could still prove far too good for her rivals in this line-up. She is a strong fancy to score. Course & distance winner RASTRELLARE (1) will lead the opposition alongside TELCHERBOLINE (5), a consistent performer who should be fit enough to run a big race. FORT ETNA (7) was a nice winner at two and should come on a lot from a modest comeback run effort.
SELECTIONS
ASHIKIDAH (4) – RASTRELLARE (1) – TELCHERBOLINE (5) – FORT ETNA (7)
C9 – PRIX RACE AND CARE (PRIX DU FER A CHEVAL) – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 26,000
ROIMIX – Won on his second start over 3500m at Royan on April 21st in a Class 3 hurdle by 2L. Leading contender
LE DIVIN – Two 4th placed runs over hurdles, the latest over 3600m on October 6th at Saint-Brieuc in a Class 4 race. Can not be ruled out
LEWIS BAIE – Four unplaced runs so far, 9th on the latter over 3600m at Compiegne on May 14th in a claiming hurdle. Opposable
PIRATE REBEL – Two unplaced runs since a 2nd over 3100m on January 28th on the PSF on the flat in a Class 4 handicap. Hurdling debut and is worth considering
L’AMIE LARISSA – Two placed runs over hurdles this year, 2nd on the most recent over 3400m at Dieppe on May 1st in a Class 4 race. Looks like the one to beat
LUBIE D’OUDAIRIES – Two unplaced runs so far, 7th on the latest over 3700m in a Class 3 hurdle on April 21st at Le Lion d’Angers. Others preferred
Summary: L’AMIE LARISSA (5) has shown promise in both of her hurdle races so far. Her latest second-place finish at Dieppe earlier this month, in a large field, suggests she is close to securing her first win over hurdles, having already won on the flat last year. ROIMIX (1) claimed victory on his second hurdle start at Royan in April and will aim to challenge the selection. LE DIVIN (2) has finished fourth in both of his hurdle runs and leads the remaining contenders.
SELECTIONS – L’AMIE LARISSA (5) – ROIMIX (1) – LE DIVIN (2) – PIRATE REBEL (4)

French Selections Friday 30th

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