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French Selections Sunday 29th

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R1 SAINT-CLOUD [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DU TRASQUET – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 27,000

  1. ZLARA – Ran an encouraging race last time when at Lyon Parilly over 2200m finishing 2nd but in a weak claiming race. Big danger to the top few
  2. AUTEUR – Comes into the race a recent winner at Parislongchamp over 2400m in a Handicap and can certainly go back-to-back. Big chance
  3. FORZA SEDACA – Recorded the 8th win last time at Lyon D’Angers over 2400m in a competitive race and has a chance of following up. Good chance
  4. BEAUTIFUL MEMORY – She finished 6th at this track on the 3rd of this month over 2400m in a competitive Handicap and can bounce right back to winning ways. First choice
  5. ATHINEOS – Ignore last run, placed a good 2nd at this course over 2500m in a Handicap before that and has fair overall form. Good each way claims
  6. MONA TREZY – Testing the patience for the next win, managed only 7th place last time and others will be way stronger. Not easy to fancy
  7. CREEKATTEMPS – Placed 5th at Lion D’Angers over 2400m last time and can get way closer now. Good chance and a must for all bets
  8. THEATRE LODGE – Needs to improve on local form and can. Placed 5th at Lyon Parilly last time and more can be expected. Include in the quartet
  9. GRAND ART – Placed 6th at Argentan over 2900m last time and will need to serve up plenty more than that to feature here. Can be overlooked
  10. HONGUEMARE – Finished 7th over 2100m on the 29th of May and will need to do more. Far prefer others and would be a shock winner
  11. HAMILTON – Was a winner on the 10th of this month at this venue over 2400m in a Handicap and should be very competitive again. Strong place chance
  12. KEEN APPROACH – Is taking time for the next win, placed 6th at the last run when racing over 2000m at Compiegne. Small, place chance
  13. PEACEFUL SEA – Will need to build on last run when 6th at this track in a weak claiming race late last month. Prefer others and can be passed by
  14. CLAIR DE LUNE – Will need to find a few lengths on last run when 6th in a weak claiming race at Pornichet. Hard to make a case for
    Summary: BEAUTIFUL MEMORY (4) is never too far off the action and can serve up way more than she did last time when 6th at this course. She is the first suggestion. ATHINEOS (5) caught the eye in the penultimate start at this venue and can be forgiven for the last effort. Strong each way chance. AUTEUR (2) comes into the race fresh off a victory at Parislongchamp over 2400m. He can follow up. CREEKATTEMPS (7) is always there and thereabouts and has to be factored into the quartet.
    SELECTIONS
    BEAUTIFUL MEMORY (4) – ATHINEOS (5) – AUTEUR (2) – CREEKATTEMPS (7)
    C2 – PRIX AMBER RAMA – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 34,000
  15. ZELZARA – Ran a cracker last time when 2nd at Saint-Cloud over 1400m and can go very close to getting it all right. Huge each way chance
  16. POLLY SHELBY – Made a sparkling debut at Cholet on the 2nd of this month over 1350m when winning well. She could be anything and is a big chance here
  17. GREEN SPIRIT – Has a stunning pedigree, showed talent on debut when winning over 1200m at this course on the 19th of last month. The one to beat. Clear win chance
  18. ANADONIYA – Finished only 7th last time over 1350m at Lyon Parilly and others are far preferred. Can be ignored
  19. VICTORIA SECRET – Daughter of Victor Ludorum out of a mare that raced 4 times for 4 blanks. Watch the betting market for more of an idea. More than likely will need the run
  20. SAMARTINA – Daughter of Chachnak out of a Showcasing mare that might be able to make her presence felt first time at school. Watch the betting trends as race time looms
    Summary: GREEN SPIRIT (3) will be ridden by Maxime Guyon. This unbeaten filly could be absolutely anything. She won over 1200m on the 19th of last month at this track and impressed. She is confidently selected to remain unbeaten after this. ZELZARA (1) is showing potential and ran a cracker last time when 2nd at this course. She is a massive danger to the first choice. POLLY SHELBY (2) is another that has an unblemished record having won at Cholet earlier this month. Serious chance. SAMARTINA (6) has a first four claim on debut. Watch the betting for more of a guide.
    SELECTIONS
    GREEN SPIRIT (3) – ZELZARA (1) – POLLY SHELBY (2) – SAMARTINA (6)
    C3 – PRIX EUGENE ADAM – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Gr2 Race – Flat – EUR € 130,000
  21. DARYZ – Clearly a very good horse having won three from three. Last win was at Parislongchamp over 2000m in a Listed race. Hard to oppose
  22. PARACHUTISTE – Last run when 10th was in a Group 1, was a winner before that over 2150m at Parislongchamp. One for all bets and has a strong each way chance
  23. SCORTHY CHAMP – Makes the local appearance, finished 6th at The Curragh over 1600m on the 24th of last month and will have a bright chance here. Respect and include
  24. DUMONET – Comes into the race off a Listed win at Bordeaux Le Bouscat and should be able to make the presence felt at the finish. Include as the place value
  25. BAY CITY ROLLER – Finished 2nd at Sandown on the 29th of May over 1600m in a competitive Listed race and can run well here first up in France. Outside chance
  26. SINILEO – Won on debut at Chantilly then finished back in 8th at the second run in a Group 1. Forgive that, expect way better. Good chance
    Summary: DARYZ (1) tackles his first Group 2 and comes into the contest having won impressively a Listed over 2000m at Parislongchamp. He is obviously talented and rather progressive so should be able to deliver to the task at hand. Firm first choice. PARACHUTISTE (2) lined up in a Group 1 last time at Chantilly and takes a slight drop-in class this time and can be expected to go very close in this. He won his penultimate start. Big chance. SINILEO (6) showed on debut that the last effort can be improved upon. It was a Group 1, and he has a strong place chance dropping back in class. SCORTHY CHAMP (3) can finish in the first four and must be respected for most bets.
    SELECTIONS
    DARYZ (1) – PARACHUTISTE (2) – SINILEO (6) – SCORTHY CHAMP (3)
    C4 – HANDICAP D’ETE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 2 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 53,000
  27. CHESS – Finished 7th in a Group 3 at ParisLongchamp over 3000m on 27 April. Returning from a break, and might need it
  28. ZOOM CHOP – A winner in a Condition race at Nancy over 2500m on 6 June. Has the confidence and is not out of it
  29. RAGNAR CITY – Fourth in a Handicap at Angers over 2300m on 20 May. Capable of contesting the finish again and must be respected
  30. NEPALAIS – Unplaced in a Handicap at Chantilly over 2400m on 1 June. Others are much preferred in this line-up
  31. O’WOOD – Fifth in a Handicap at Angers over 2300m on 20 May. Proven at this level and can be competitive again
  32. VENUS OCEANE – Fifth in a Condition race at Argentan over 2900m on 4 June. Others are much preferred in this line-up
  33. KING TREZY – Third in a Handicap at Chantilly over 2400m on 1 June. Christophe Soumillon reunites, and they should make a bold bid for victory
  34. TILILA – Fifth in a Handicap at this track over 2100m on 19 May. Track-suited and is capable of making the frame
  35. SHEEMA’S ROSE – Fourth in a Handicap at Compiegne over 2800m on 21 June. Drawn wide, and others are preferred in this line-up
  36. MASSIMO MERIDIO – Unplaced in a Handicap at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2400m on 11 June. Probably best watched for now
  37. TIGER ROCK – Fourth in a Handicap at Chantilly over 2400m on 1 June. Distance-suited and can play a minor role at best
  38. MAIA STAR – Finished 7th in a Handicap at this track over 2100m on 19 May. Unlikely to be involved in the finish
  39. LOUVAGNY – Fourth in a Handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2000m on 5 June. Has not been seen at Saint-Cloud since its debut effort, when it finished third. Warrants attention
  40. DREAMS – A winner in a Handicap at this track over 2500m on 23 April. Track-suited and can play a minor role
  41. STEP MORNING – Fourth in a Handicap at Nantes over 3100m on 22 May. Debuts at this track but needs to improve to feature
  42. CIRCEO – A runner-up in a Handicap at this track over 2400m on 3 June. Track-suited and has every chance again
    Summary: KING TREZY (7) is in good form, and Christophe Soumillon could get the winning tune out of the colt over a course and distance that suits. This is a competitive handicap, and LOUVAGNY (13) was not disgraced in his first attempt at this level and should have more to offer. RAGNAR CITY (3) is holding his form well and has an obvious winning chance. CIRCEO (16) is not the most reliable but is coming off a good run at this track and could go one better.
    SELECTIONS
    KING TREZY (7) – LOUVAGNY (13) – RAGNAR CITY (3) – CIRCEO (16)
    C5 – PRIX LA TROIENNE – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 28,000
  43. PIQUOISEAU – Won on debut, followed up with a 4th at Chantilly and last time lined up in a Group 3 finishing 4th at this track. Strong each way chance
  44. BONIFACE – Form of the last two has been a tad disappointing since winning two in a row. Placed 5th at Parislongchamp last time and might be able to build on that. Outside, place chance
  45. DARK SUMMIT – Was victorious at the third time of asking when racing over 1600m at Vichy on the 14th of May and can go one from that. Respect and include in all bets. Good chance
  46. TRUST ON – Ran on the 6th of this month at Compiegne over 1600m and won well by a margin of 4 lengths which was impressive. Big danger
  47. QUEEN’S TRIAL – Won with plenty in hand on debut over 2000m at Compiegne on the 9th of this month and is confidently selected to remain unbeaten after this. Win
  48. PYRAMIDE – Will need progression on latest 5th placing at this track earlier this month and others are preferred. Can be ignored
  49. KHADIDJA – Won at Strasbourg over 1400m on the 15th of September last year and against much weaker. Returns from a rest and should need. Happy to ignore
  50. PINKY CEN – Placed way back in 10th spot at Parislongchamp on the 17th of April and will need to serve up plenty more than that to feature. Can be overlooked
    Summary: QUEEN’S TRIAL (5) is well bred and showed on debut that she has gears. She won with a bit in hand and appears to be hard to oppose. DARK SUMMIT (3) is improving with each and every run and surely has scope to build off the last run which was a winning one at Vichy. TRUST ON (4) is one for the shortlist but has more of a place chance, than a winning one. PIQUOISEAU (1) can give a good account of himself especially after the good effort in the Group 3.
    SELECTIONS
    QUEEN’S TRIAL (5) – DARK SUMMIT (3) – TRUST ON (4) – PIQUOISEAU (1)
    C6 – PRIX DU DOMAINE DES FOSSES – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,000
  51. AL HABISSET – Inconsistent sort. Unplaced over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in Class 4 Handicap on 21 June. Needs to find form of penultimate run
  52. MISTER GOKEN – Has lost best form. Finished seventh over 2400m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 10 June. Others look stronger
  53. ATLANTIGO – Unplaced over 1900m in Class 4 Claimer at Bordeaux Le-Bouscat on 11 June. Needs to find best form
  54. EL INGRATO – Finished third over 2400m at La Teste-Bassin Arcachon in Class 4 Handicap on 16 June. He should handle the step up to Class 3 and an honest run is expected
  55. ZENITA – Comes off a good second-place finish over 2400m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 10 June. She jumps from a good draw of three and is the horse to side with
  56. LOLLIPOP DES PINS – Finished third over 2500m at Parislongchamp in Class 3 Handicap on 30 April. Merits obvious inclusion
  57. GREASE – Returned to winning ways over 3000m at Le Lion D’Angers in Class 4 Handicap on 29 May. Up in class but the booking of Cristian Demuro is a big plus
  58. JOYEUSE SAGE – Finished fourth over 2000m at Compiegne in Class 3 Handicap on 9 June. Remains in Class 3 and can feature from a good draw
  59. ANNA MANDARA – Decent recent form. Finished third over 2400m at Le Lion D’Angers in Class 4 Handicap on 8 June. Chance with luck in running
  60. SAVILE ROW – Is better than his last start when seventh over 2400m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 10 June. Chance if finding form of penultimate run
  61. ZARKAN – Has produced two good third place finishes this year, the latest in Class 4 Handicap over 2400m at Le Lion D’Angers on 8 June. Peak run and can show from pole position
  62. NEOWISE – Poor form this year. Finished unplaced over 2400m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 10 June. Look elsewhere
  63. SUCCESS STORY – Finished fifth over 2400m at Le Lion D’Angers in Class 4 Handicap on 8 June. More needed to win this
    Summary: ZENITA (5) comes into this contest in good form. She finished second over this course and distance on 10 June. She is ideally drawn and may be the one to side with. GREASE (7) won a Class 4 Handicap on 29 May. Cristian Demuro rides, he is in a good space and is one of the leading contenders. LOLLIPOP DES PINS (6) ran a decent race when third over 2500m on 30 April. It would be no surprise to see her win a race of this nature. SAVILE ROW (10) is better than his last outing and if finding the form of his penultimate run, he can show.
    SELECTIONS
    ZENITA (5) – GREASE (7) – LOLLIPOP DES PINS (6) – SAVILE ROW (10)
    C7 – GRAND PRIX DE SAINT-CLOUD – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Gr1 Race – Flat – EUR € 400,000
  64. CALANDAGAN – Found one too good in the form of Jan Brueghel when second in the Group 1 Betfred Coronation Cup over 2400m at Epsom on 6 June. He is capable of going one better in this line-up
  65. IRESINE – Finished behind Goliath when fourth in the Group 3 La Couple over 2000m at Parislongchamp on 8 June. May find it difficult to turn the form around
  66. GOLIATH – Returned to winning ways in the Group 3 La Coupe over 2000m at Parislongchamp on 8 June. He is having his peak run and merits healthy respect
  67. JUNKO – Finished third in a Group 2 over 2400m at Chantilly on 1 June. He is having his peak run and can show
  68. AVENTURE – Is a winner of her two starts this year, the latest was in the Group 2 Prix Corrida over 2100m on this course on 19 May. She is loaded with class and can bring up the hat-trick
    Summary: Group 2 Prix Corrida winner AVENTURE (5) is in search of the hat-trick. She is unbeaten from two starts this year and is loaded with class. Maxime Guyon rides and a big run is expected. CALANDAGAN (1) tried hard when second behind Jan Brueghel in the Group 1 Betfred Coronation Cup on 6 June. He should throw out the biggest challenge. GOLIATH (3) returned to winning ways in good fashion in the Group 3 La Coupe on 8 June. Christophe Soumillon retains the ride, and he merits healthy respect. JUNKO (4) is coming along the right way this year and is having his peak run. He should have a say in the outcome of this contest.
    SELECTIONS
    AVENTURE (5) – CALANDAGAN (1) – GOLIATH (3) – JUNKO (4)
    C8 – PRIX GENERAL DE SAINT-DIDIER – TROPHEE STUDIO HARCOURT – 3100m (a2m) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 18,000
  69. DEVIL IN THE SKY – Has consistent form lines. Finished third over 2500m at Le Croise-Laroche in Class 3 Conditional on 18 May. Merits obvious inclusion
  70. PAPER TROPHY – Comes into this contest in good form. Finished second over 2100m at Dax in Class 3 Conditional on 9 June. Is one of the leading contenders
  71. CHERGUI – Finished third over 2900m at Argentan in Class 3 Conditional on 4 June. Chance if repeating that effort in this field
  72. LUMINESCE – Unplaced in last two starts, the latest over 2500m at Parislongchamp in Class 3 Handicap on 25 May. Look elsewhere
  73. MONCLAR DE MIX – Unplaced over 2200m at Dieppe in Maiden on 14 June. May find this difficult
  74. ROYALE WELLS – First run this year. Finished fourth over 2900m at Durtal in Class 4 Conditional on 15 December 2024. May be in need of this outing
  75. LIGHTNING BOLT – Having first outing this year. Finished second over 2800m at Vichy in Class 2 Handicap on 18 July 2024. He drops in class and can go close if fit
  76. MONONOF – Finished fourth over 2400m at Parislongchamp in Class 3 Handicap on 19 June. Has a decent shout
  77. COCOON QUATRE – Disappointing last two starts. Finished ninth over 2400m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in Class 3 Handicap on 11 June. Others have a stronger chance
  78. LA GUERCHE – Fair latest when fifth over 2400m at Parislongchamp in Class 3 Handicap on 8 June. Well drawn and should run an honest race
  79. ONE POINT – Unplaced over 2400m on this course in Class 2 Handicap on 3 June. Drops back in class and needs to produce best form
    Summary: LIGHTNING BOLT (7) is having his first run this year. He clearly has ability and drops back to Class 3. If not in need of the outing, it would be no surprise to see him win a race of this nature. PAPER TROPHY (2) comes into this contest in good form and is one of the leading contenders. DEVIL IN THE SKY (1) has consistent recent form lines to his credit. He jumps from a handy barrier position and should have a say in the outcome of this contest. MONONOF (8) is coming along the right way this year and finished fourth over 2400m on 19 June. Chance if this run has not come too soon.
    SELECTIONS
    LIGHTNING BOLT (7) – PAPER TROPHY (2) – DEVIL IN THE SKY (1) – MONONOF (8)
    C9 – PRIX DE LA PLACE COLBERT – 3000m (a2m) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 25,000
  80. AZOU – Finished fourth over 2800m at Compiegne in Class 2 Conditional on 21 June. May find this outing difficult
  81. INNAMORATO – Is better than his last start when seventh over 2100m on this course in Handicap on 1 May. He finished second in his previous three outings and is a threat on that form
  82. DANSE ETOILEE – Finished sixth over 2700m at Parislongchamp in Handicap on 29 May. Will enjoy the step up to 3000m
  83. QUEST FOR MAGIC – Showed good natural improvement when second over 2500m at Evreux-Navarre in Maiden on 27 May. She should have no issues with the rise to 3000m and can go one better
  84. OVER THE CLOUDS – Finished sixth over 2500m on this course in Claimer on 10 June. Needs to put best foot forward
  85. DON’T SHUT ME DOWN – Disappointing latest when seventh over 2400m at Compiegne in Class 3 Conditional on 30 May. Maxime Guyon rides and needs to improve
  86. SO GATSBY – Finished fourth over 3200m at Le Mans in Maiden on 3 May. She has no stamina issues and should give a good account of herself
  87. BUBBLE ZARA – Showed some improvement when fifth over 3000m at Dieppe in Maiden on 24 May. She is coming along the right way and can show
  88. VENDOMYA – Won over 2500m at Croise-Laroche in Handicap on 18 May. Place chance if repeating that effort in this line-up
    Summary: QUEST FOR MAGIC (4) showed good improvement when second over 2500m on 27 May. She should love the rise to 3000m and may be the one to beat. INNAMORATO (2) found the 2100m on the short side on 1 May. He should be ideally suited to this distance and has a chance on previous form. BUBBLE ZARA (8) ran a fair race when fifth over this distance at Dieppe on 24 May. She has scope and may have more to come. SO GATSBY (7) comes off a fair fourth-place finish over further. She would not be a shock winner.
    SELECTIONS
    QUEST FOR MAGIC (4) – INNAMORATO (2) – BUBBLE ZARA (8) – SO GATSBY (7)
    R3 CHARTRES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX CAFE DU COMMERCE – AUNEAU – 2800m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 19,500

  1. MERVEILLE MIKA – In the frame in 2 of 3, latterly 2nd of 12 in a 2750m Elbeuf Class G on 18 May. Takes on a better lot this time and can pick up a first-5 payout
  2. MOURILLON – Stormed up on debut a month ago in a 2800m Rambouillet Class F. Makes Chartres debut with morale intact and can expect the lion’s share of support. Claim
  3. MAGIC DE VAUVILLE – Given time to recalibrate after finishing last but one in a 2875m Meslay-du-Maine Class E on 5 May but is unlikely to spring any surprises
  4. MIRABELLE DE LARRE – Moderate filly starting for first time since being sanctioned in a 2250m Enghien monte Class D in March and can expect to have few friends
  5. MILAN DU BOSQUET – Has done nothing but improve since his April debut, most recently 3rd of 10 in a 2775m Class F at Les Sables d’Olonne on 3 June, and looks main threat to MOURILLON (2)
  6. MAESTRIA DE YEDRAG – Sanctioned when competitive for a cheque 9 days ago in a 2700m Class E at La Capelle. Trainer back in the bike and can figure prominently if she maintains stride
  7. MACCHIATO ABSOLUTE – 4th of 6 finishers in a 2600m claimer at Châlons-en-Champagne 3 weeks ago and in this company will have nothing to contribute
  8. MARVIN D’ALGOT – Got off the mark at Alencon on 11 May before being sanctioned in a 2400m Amiens Class E a fortnight later. Entrusted to Franck Nivard this time and will appreciate the return to racing left-handed. Place chance
    Summary: Convincing winner on turf at Rambouillet first time out, MOURILLON (2) has been afforded ample time to recover and considering the form of Mathieu Mottier’s yard, is eminently capable of repeating. He will still come under pressure from the promising MILAN DU BOSQUET (5) who will be reined by Eric Raffin again, and MARVIN D’ALGOT (8) who should not be too hastily-judged for failing to confirm his Alencon victory. Although sanctioned more often than not, MAESTRIA DE YEDRAG (6) has bags of ability and will be no shrinking violet if Sylvain Roger keeps her trotting.
    SELECTIONS
    MOURILLON (2) – MILAN DU BOSQUET (5) – MARVIN D’ALGOT (8) – MAESTRIA DE YEDRAG (6)
    C2 – PRIX DE L’EPICERIE DE SAINVILLE – 2800m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 19,500
  9. LOUISE MONTBELLO – Sanctioned on re-entry before running 7th of 14 in a 2850m Laval Class F 9 days ago and can be ruled out
  10. LOVE YOUR SONG – Made amends for a pair of blips when winning a 3150m Mamers Class H on 9 June. Pleased on lone Chartres start and steps back up in category with a lot to contribute
  11. LALE – Placed at Les Sables before being sanctioned in a 2200m Caen Class E 10 days ago. Paul Ploquin reining this time and will be no pushover if he can keep her trotting
  12. LADY VICTORY – Makes first appearance since finishing 8th of 13 in a 2200m Caen Class F last March. Shoes on and poses no danger
  13. LA FRILEUSE – Made it 2 in a row when securing a 2950m Toulouse Class F 3 months ago. Unraced since but plainly has a lot of untapped potential and can pick up where she left off
  14. LIVINE – Ran 3rd at Le Croise-Laroche before coming in a somewhat unlucky 5th of 14 in a 2400m Amiens Class F on 12 June. Continues to race barefoot and while not a priority, should nevertheless acquit herself honourably
  15. LUTECE D’OUVILLE – Imposed at Gournay-en-Bray before being sanctioned when going well in a 2200m Caen Class E 10 days ago. Is plainly in fine shape and Grégoire Houel will be keen to put things right. First 5
  16. LILOU – 10th of 11 finishers in a 2200m Caen Class E 10 days ago. Form has done nothing but regress since the start of the year and chances appear slim
  17. LATINA DU FER – Last but one when being conditioned in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class E 3 weeks ago. Goes barefoot with Eric Raffin in the bike and will justifiably garner support
  18. LYXIE KNIGHT – Pleasant 2nd of 8 finishers in a 2700m Graignes claimer and already looks out of her depth
  19. LA FALINE – Placed on re-entry before coming 6th of 11 in a 2800m Pontchateau Class E on 5 June. Is shod as she was at Graignes though and has the wherewithal to finish in the mix
  20. LANGONE – Imposed at Le Croise-Laroche before running 7th of 10 in a Class E over course and distance in early-May. Has had time to freshen up and with shoes off this time must be considered a contender
    Summary: Like a horse reborn since starting to race barefoot, LA FRILEUSE (5) may not have been seen out since March, and sports 4 pads for the first time, but still seems good enough to win this. Adrien Ernault will still want to be wary of the tricky LOVE YOUR SONG (2) who got back in the game earlier in the month, and the nicely-entered LANGONE (12) who returns to racing barefoot after having prepped here in early-May. LALE (3) has pleased since coming south and on good behaviour can play a prominent role.
    SELECTIONS
    LA FRILEUSE (5) – LOVE YOUR SONG (2) – LANGONE (12) – LALE (3)
    C3 – PRIX DU PMU “L’ETINCELLE DE PAULINE” – VARIZENEVAL – 2800m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 19,500
  21. LUCKY SOTHO – 2nd of 13 in a 2700m Segre Class F on 14 June and even with Franck Nivard reining will struggle to make his presence felt
  22. L’HEMENCOURT – Showed marked improvement when 2nd of 8 in a 2550m Reims Class F on 9 June. Trainer in the bike this time but is proven here and with form maintained can get in on the action
  23. LOULOU DU PRATEL – Returns to racing left-handed after coming 5th of 13 in a 2200m Caen Class E 10 days ago. Cannot be considered a priority but has the wherewithal to play a small role
  24. LIOR DE SASSY – Surprisingly lost his action in a 2200m Caen Class E 10 days ago. Is an honest trotter but is unlikely to shake things up
  25. LARRE – Ran 2nd at Villedieu-les-Poëles before faulting in a 2700m Graignes claimer a fortnight ago and may just be taking on too much this time
  26. LUCIANO VET – Left a good impression when 4th of 13, on first start since late-March, in a 2650m Class F at Les Sables-d’Olonne on 3 June, and looks a leading contender this time around
  27. L’AMIRAL DE CHANGE – Got off the mark in a 2700m Avranches Class F mid-month. Entrusted to Paul Ploquin this time and although unlikely to double up, can nevertheless pick up a cheque
  28. LIEUTENANT COLUMBO – Last of 5 finishers in a 3000m Le Neuborg Class F on 9 June and has no possible chance
  29. LOUP DE MER – Last but one in a 2700m Graignes Class F on 5 June. Shod to preference this time but still has nothing to offer
  30. L’ELDORADO – In the frame in last 2, most recently 2nd of 12 in a 2850m Laon Class F 3 weeks ago. Steps up in category but can still challenge for a place in the frame
  31. L’AMI LUC – More than made up for Amiens clinker when victorious in a 2550m Gournay-en-Bray Class F 3 weeks ago. Top driver in the bike here and will be expected to contest the finish
  32. LEPIDOPTERISTE – Sanctioned in both since the break, latterly a 2400m Amiens Class D late last month. Has a lot going for him and can capitalise if his driver keeps him trotting
    Summary: A quality colt that produced a fine effort on his re-entry early this month, LUCIANO VET (6) will have come on for the run and can finally get that maiden monkey off his back. That said, Eric Raffin takes over on recent Gournay winner L’AMI LUC (11), while Mathieu Mottier has been drafted in for the complicated, but well-engaged and reconfigured, LEPIDOPTERISTE (12). L’ELDORADO (10) has turned a corner lately and returns to Chartres with a better hand to play.
    SELECTIONS
    LUCIANO VET (6) – L’AMI LUC (11) – LEPIDOPTERISTE (12) – L’ELDORADO (10)
    C4 – PRIX “AU BON COIN” – CLOYES SUR LE LOIR – 2800m (a2m) – Class E Amateur Riders Race – Harness – EUR € 20,000
  33. KOSTELLO DE LOU – Sanctioned in both starts since the break, latterly a 2800m Rambouillet Class F a month back. Has nothing to prove in this company and with application can challenge for the win
  34. KRYSTA DE KERYANN – Kicked the year off successfully but disappointing since, most recently 6th of 10 finishers in a 2975m Jallais Class F on 15 June, and can be passed over
  35. KENAVO PAROYO – Just missed out on the hat-trick when 2nd of 11 in a 2500m Reims Class E 3 weeks ago and in current condition is easy to like for a spot on the podium
  36. KOBALT APPLE – Has not been seen out since finishing 10th of 13 in a 2750m Class E at La Capelle in early-April. Shoes off for comeback but still not a priority
  37. KELOMA DREAM – Out of the picture in last 2, latterly 8th of 10 finishers in a 2100m Vincennes Class E last Tuesday. Unlikely to shake things up but can still get a look-in
  38. KILIM D’OMBLAIS – In the frame in last 3, latterly 3rd of 8 in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class E 3 weeks ago, and his candidacy must be taken seriously
  39. KEEPSAKE MOSSA – Ran an encouraging 5th of 15 in a 2100m Vincennes Class E on 13 June and will be no pushover if he can run to the same mark. Place chance
  40. KIARA DE JADE – Won last 2, most recently a 3150m Abbeville Class F on 11 May, but runs shod and not a concern this time
  41. KALI DES LANDIERS – Drops marginally in category after running 7th of 11 in a 2100m Vincennes Class E earlier in the month. Sanctioned on lone start at the venue but with application can play a small part
  42. KERIDA BEST – Sprang a 52/1 surprise when 2nd of 10 in a 2400m Amiens Class E 2.5 weeks ago, although a repeat seems improbable
  43. KATINKA COTON – Useful mare that finished last but one, on re-entry, in a 2800m Bernay Class E mid-month. Shoes on and best to wait
  44. KALAMA DE BEYLEV – Should not be too hastily judged for running 7th of 14 in a 2975m Jallais Class F a fortnight back. Has otherwise been in fine form and makes her Chartres debut with a good hand to play
  45. KLARISSE – Tricky sort that was sanctioned in a 2850m Laval Class E on comeback 2.5 weeks ago and is going to need another outing
  46. KADIJA MESLOISE – 10th of 13 when preparing for this in a 2700m Segre Class E mid-month. Showed her form at La Capelle and considering the entry, can impose
    Summary: Wonderfully engaged at the limit of earnings, KADIJA MESLOISE (14) returns to racing unshod-behind after having prepped at Segre and can win this if she replicates her late-May performance. KOSTELLO DE LOU (1) comes here on a hat-trick of sanctions but has the credentials to secure a race of this nature. KEEPSAKE MOSSA (7) gave a good account of himself in Paris recently and with form maintained can figure more prominently. KENAVO PAROYO (3) has not put a foot wrong all year and his recent Reims effort bodes well for his chances.
    SELECTIONS
    KADIJA MESLOISE (14) – KOSTELLO DE LOU (1) – KEEPSAKE MOSSA (7) – KENAVO PAROYO (3)
    C5 – PRIX DU PMU “LE BALTO” – LUCE – 2800m (a2m) – Class E Race – Mounted – EUR € 23,000
  47. KARL DU CHATELET – 8th of 12 finishers in a 2850m Laval Class E on Thursday and backs up with no realistic chance
  48. KIF DE COSSE – Won 2 on the trot before finishing 11th of 13 when preparing for this in a 2775m Craon harness Class F a week ago. Is back in his code of preference and although unlikely to impose should nevertheless hold his own
  49. KARNET DE VOYAGE – Romped at Le Neubourg on 9 June before repeating a week later in a 2950m Vichy Class F. Top jockey in the saddle this time and is expected to take all the beating
  50. KATLEEN REYOR – Sanctioned in last 2, latterly a 2450m Caen Class E last Monday. Seldom disappoints when focused and with application can play an active role
  51. KHEOPS DU LOISIR – Oddly lacklustre 8th of 13 in a 2850m Feurs harness Class E last weekend. Has otherwise been firing on all cylinders and, considering how well he imposed here in March, must be taken very seriously
  52. KARMA LIGHT – Back in the code after finishing 9th of 11 in a 2400m Amiens harness Class E 2.5 weeks ago and is unlikely to influence the outcome
  53. KAWASAKI ERA – 6th of 7 finishers in a 2450m Caen Class E late-May. Is not devoid of ability but nevertheless needs to pull her socks up
  54. KALINKA MELRIC – Runner-up in last 3, latterly a 2500m Savigny-sur-Braye Class E 2 weeks ago. Is patently close to her race but may have to settle for marginally less this time around. First 5
  55. KOUP DROIT – Opened his French account when lifting a 2650m Laon harness Class E 3 weeks ago and, if form transitions, can play a leading role on ridden debut
  56. KRESUS LOVE – Has 2 runs under his belt since the break, most recently 7th of 12 in a 2875m Argentan Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Is not without merit but others still easier to back
    Summary: KARNET DE VOYAGE (3) produced 3 solid performances following his lengthy break and with Mathieu Mottier in the irons looks throughly capable of securing the 3-timer. Course-and-distance winner earlier in the year, KHEOPS DU LOISIR (5) returns to the code with a lot to offer, as does monte debutant KOUP DROIT (9) who gets a Paul Ploquin ride for the occasion. KATLEEN REYOR (4) may not be the easiest of horses to handle but she will be partnered by Eric Raffin for the first time and will be no soft touch if she stays in stride.
    SELECTIONS
    KARNET DE VOYAGE (3) – KHEOPS DU LOISIR (5) – KOUP DROIT (9) – KATLEEN REYOR (4)
    C6 – PRIX DU PMU “A L’ANCRE DE MARINE” – LUISANT – 2825m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 26,000
  57. JOLI DE CONNEE – Unable to confirm Moulins victory when 12th of 14 in a 2825m Durtal Class E on 1 June. Is in decent shape though and should not be entirely written off
  58. JAZZMAN – Pulled-up in a 2825m Durtal Class E on 1 June. Yet to be beaten with his driver and, if focused, can win his first of the summer
  59. JACKPOT BOOSTER – 9th of 13 when prepping for this in a 3150m Abbeville Class F mid-month. Should be suited to Chartres profile, races barefoot this time, and with application will not be far from the action
  60. JISA DES LOYAUX – Encouraged at Erbray before finishing 10th of 16 in a 2775m Craon Class D last weekend, and is not about to spice things up
  61. JOKER DREAM – Got back in the winners’ circle at Amiens 3 weeks ago when successful in a 2400m amateurs Class G. Has placed in 1 of 2 here but others still preferred
  62. J’Y SUIS J’Y RESTE – Made it 3 on the trot when successful in a 3125m Ranes Class H on 9 June. In marginally better company here and will be no easy touch
  63. JOB KERVILOU – Pleasant 4th of 18 in a 2825m Sable-sur-Sarthe Class E 3 weeks ago. Goes barefoot this time, with Mathieu Mottier in the bike, and will be expected to finish in the mix
  64. JAVANAIS – Steps back up in category after winning a 2550m Class H at Gournay-en-Bray 3 weeks ago and will again be competitive at the business end of the race
  65. JOA DE LA LOUTRIE – Pleasantly surprising 2nd of 12 in a 2750m Elbeuf Class F a week ago. On this occasion though will have too much to do
  66. JEFF DE TILLARD – Winner under the saddle here in April but could manage no closer than 9th of 12 in a 2850m Laval Class E on 16 May and others easier to back
  67. JOADIE WIND – Last of 11, following an uneasy start, when being conditioned in a 2200m Caen Class D last Monday. Was by no means disgraced and can get a look-in if Franck Nivard keeps her focused
  68. JUSTE DU GERS – Last but one in a 2800m Pontchateau Class D on 5 June. Shoes fitted this time and is best left alone
  69. JORIA MESLOISE – Produced a brace of good efforts before being sanctioned in a 2825m Class E at Sable-sur-Sarthe 3 weeks ago. Starts on back row, which is not easy to do at Chartres, but still has the capacity to finish close
    Summary: JAZZMAN (2) may not be the most reliable of horses but he is reunited with Eric Raffin who won his only start with him and, shod to preference this time, looks the one to beat. JORIA MESLOISE (13) is 25m worse off but benefits from a terrific entry and Paul Ploquin can be confident of a big run. J’Y SUIS J’Y RESTE (6) pulled off the hat-trick last time out and even though in better company still looks a major player. Runner-up here before imposing at Gournay a week later, JAVANAIS (8) is hard to ignore.
    SELECTIONS
    JAZZMAN (2) – JORIA MESLOISE (13) – J’Y SUIS J’Y RESTE (6) – JAVANAIS (8)
    C7 – PRIX #RACEANDCARE – 2825m (a2m) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 26,000
  70. IDEAL DE REVAT – Oddly disappointing 7th of 17, a place behind INSTANT KARMA (4), in a 2800m Pontchateau Class F on 5 June. Has otherwise been in pretty good shape and the engagement of Mathieu Mottier will only work in his favour
  71. HARLEY DE JANEIRO – Placed just once in 9 this term, most recently 7th of 10 in a 2800m Rambouillet amateurs Class G a week ago, and races here with limited ambition
  72. ITALICA – Has struggled since returning to racing barefoot, latterly 6th of 12 finishers in a 2825m Durtal Class F last weekend, and is not about to create an upset
  73. INSTANT KARMA – Pleasant and surprising 6th of 17 in a 2800m Pontchateau Class F on 5 June. Front shoes off this time and with Paul Ploquin reining will be afforded every chance. First 5
  74. IYAR – Imposed at Orleans before repeating in a 3150m Abbeville Class F a month back, and returns to a hard surface with every chance of giving IGRISONI (12) something to think about. Chance
  75. GOLDEN LORD MIJACK – Returns to the professional ranks after coming 2nd of 12 in a 2850m Laon amateurs Class G 3 weeks ago. Starts in front this time but looks no more than a minor place prospect
  76. ILCAR QUARTMA – Disappointing lately, most recently 7th of 13 in a 3500m Class F at Savigny-sur-Braye a fortnight ago, and can be confidently ruled out
  77. INDIANO JIM – 9th of 12 finishers in a Class E over course and distance on 1 June and seems to be taking on too much once again
  78. IXIA DE BOUERE – Has looked ordinary since returning to competition, most recently well-beaten in a 2700m Thouars amateurs Class H on 9 June. Barefoot this time but still not a priority
  79. IFALCO DE MAY – Imposed at Argentan before running 4th of 13 in a 2500m Reims Class F 3 weeks ago. Champion driver at the helm and is not to be underestimated
  80. HORS SAISON – Sanctioned in a 2100m Vincennes Class E on 20 June. In less-exalted company this time and will be dangerous if she runs to her mark
  81. IGRISONI – Very hard to fault of late, most recently 3rd of 15 in a 2900m Amiens Class F on 7 June. Runner-up in both Chartres runs and with front pads fitted for first time here, can finally get back in the winners’ circle
    Summary: Clearly back at the top of his game over recent weeks, the terrifically-engaged IGRISONI (12) returns to a track he adores and if in the same shape as he was at Amiens, the race could well be his for the taking. The more complicated IYAR (5) however comes here on a hat-trick and, 25m better off, looks the main threat. HORS SAISON (11) is better than latest numbers would suggest and must be considered a player. IFALCO DE MAY (10) is not far off winning another and the engagement of Eric Raffin speaks volumes.
    SELECTIONS
    IGRISONI (12) – IYAR (5) – HORS SAISON (11) – IFALCO DE MAY (10)
    C8 – PRIX DU PMU “L’OLYMPIC” – COURVILLE – 2800m (a2m) – Class E Race – Mounted – EUR € 29,000
  82. IAGO DE SENOVILLE – Pleasantly surprising 3rd of 9 in a 2700m Avranches Class F 2 weeks ago. Front shoes back on and is not about to set Chartres alight
  83. INCROYABLE MORGAN – 2nd of 10 in a 3150m Abbeville Class F a fortnight back. Has not put a foot wrong under the saddle all season and will be competitive at the business end of affairs
  84. IDEAL D’ARTONGES – Failed to confirm Le Croise-Laroche performance when 8th of 10 finishers in a 2700m Vincennes Class E 12 days ago. Sanctioned in all 3 starts here, and races shod, but can play a small part if focused
  85. HYM SUBLIGNAIS – Modest 6th of 9 behind IAGO DE SENOVILLE (1) in a 2700m Avranches Class F 2 weeks ago. Has respectable Chartres references but still not a priority
  86. IGOR DU PARC – Quality element making first appearance since running 7th of 12 in a 2825m Cordemais Class D in late-February. Is clearly in competition-mode though and should bring the fight to IN LOVE DE BLARY (8)
  87. GAROU BEJI – Ended 2024 on a good note but disappointing since, latterly 9th of 11 to IN LOVE DE BLARY (8) in a 2800m Pontchateau Class E on 5 June, and must get his house in order
  88. ELDER SHADOW – Disappointing in both codes this year, most recently last but one in a 2825m harness Class E here on 1 June, and can be confidently disregarded
  89. IN LOVE DE BLARY – 11th of 12 in a 2100m Vincennes harness Class E conditioner on 20 June. Leading jockey aboard once more and has every chance of confirming his Pontchateau success
  90. HONNEUR DU CEBE – Returns to the code after coming 4th of 11 in a 3175m Saint-Omer Class E on 1 June. Shod to preference here and must not be underestimated
    Summary: When focused, IN LOVE DE BLARY (8) is an excellent servant in this branch of the game; she dominated at Pontchateau earlier in the month and, sporting a new configuration, can repeat. Paul Ploquin will still be keeping a keen eye on the Chartres-loving IGOR DU PARC (5) who is barefoot for his first start for 4 months, and the nicely-entered, and reconfigured, HONNEUR DU CEBE (9) who showed his form under harness as Saint-Omer last time out. A fine campaigner under the saddle, INCROYABLE MORGAN (2) has been reconfigured for his return to the venue and is very easy to recommend.
    SELECTIONS
    IN LOVE DE BLARY (8) – IGOR DU PARC (5) – HONNEUR DU CEBE (9) – INCROYABLE MORGAN (2)
    R4 ARRAS [ARRAS]

C3 – GRAND PRIX ARRAS PAYS D’ARTOIS TOURISME – 2875m (a2m) – Class A Race – Harness – EUR € 50,000

  1. JASMIN DU VALLON – Disqualified at Cagnes-sur-Mer on 24 January. Returns from a break and is likely to need some runs
  2. IDEAL DANCER – In good form and was third in Class E at Angers over 2350m on 10 June. Has won on the grass and is clearly not out of it
  3. JOYCE DELTO – Has already won three times this year, including when barefoot in Class A at Villeneuve-sur-Lot over 2600m on 25 May. Not fully barefoot this time but has a winning chance
  4. GLORIOSO BELLO – Has disqualification issues and was disqualified at Caen on 11 June. Capable of earning some money when wise
  5. FALCO DU HAMEL – Has struggled of late and was 11th in Class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 6 June. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  6. GROUPE DE POTES – Disappointing form of late and was 6th in Class E at Ecommoy over 2750m on 22 June. Might play a minor role
  7. JOUR DE FETE – In good form of late and was not disgraced when Class A at Montluçon – Néris-les-Bains over 3000m on 15 June. Unlucky that can make amends
  8. HOOPER DES CHASSES – Unreliable and was 11th last time out in Class C at Vincennes over 2700m on 30 May. Others are preferred
  9. GENERAL DU NORD – Showed some improvement when runner-up in Class A at Montluçon – Néris-les-Bains over 3000m on 15 June. Might play a minor role
  10. HELLO PANAME – Disappointing form of late and was 8th in Class A at Toulouse over 2950m on 6 June. Capable of better and has a place chance
  11. HELIOS SI – Disappointing form of late and finished 7th in a Group 3 at Laval over 2850m on 4 June. Capable of an upset on best form
  12. GORDON MIJACK – Showed some improvement and was runner-up in Class C at Vincennes over 2850m on 27 May. Better under the saddle and others are preferred
  13. JINGLE DU PONT – In good shape and was victorious in a Group 3 at Laval over 2850m on 4 June. Not barefoot this time and others are prefered
  14. HELIOT DE CAHOT – Has really struggled of late and was unplaced last time out in Class D at Graignes over 2700m on 5 June. Others make more appeal
  15. HERO SIBEY – Has some fair form this year and was not disgraced when 5th in Class B at Vincennes over 2850m on 30 May. Can contest the finish
  16. HIDALGO DES NOES – On a long losing run but was not disgraced when fourth in Class A at Montluçon – Néris-les-Bains over 3000m on 15 June. Could earn some minor money
    Summary: JOUR DE FÊTE (7) was unlucky at Montluçon – Néris-les-Bains earlier this month and can make amends by taking out this leg. JOYCE DELTO (3) has been very good all year and would not be a surprise winner. HERO SIBEY (15) has not been at his best this year but remains quite capable of winning. IDÉAL DANCER (2) is very consistent, and now barefoot, looks ready to strike. A very competitive-looking race.
    SELECTIONS
    JOUR DE FETE (7) – JOYCE DELTO (3) – HERO SIBEY (15) – IDEAL DANCER (2)
    R5 SAINT GALMIER [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LA PETANQUE DU PARC – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class G Race – Mounted – EUR € 24,000

  1. KAPTAIN LOVER – Disappointing last run when tenth in Class E at Marseille-Vivaux over 2650m on 14 June. Much better under the saddle and can bounce back to score
  2. KENZO D’EVA – Did not show his best when 7th in Class D mounted race at Mondoubleau over 2825m on 8 June. Has sone fair form this year and has a place chance
  3. IMPACT DU CAUX – Has really struggled of late and was 12th in a Class F harness race at Jullianges over 2425, on 22 June. Needs to find a few lengths to win this race
  4. JIHERE DU PORET – Has disqualification issues and faulted last time out at Vichy on 24 June. Has won twice this year and is not out of it if wise this time
  5. JACKPOT DU CHOQUEL – Has really struggled this year and was 8th in a Class F mounted race at Saint-Pierre-la-Cour over 2625m on 21 June. Needs major improvement to win
  6. JOAO DE VANDEL – Only modest for of late and was 5th in a Class F mounted race at Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne over 2675m on 9 June. Might play a minor role
  7. KADO SHINING – In good shape and was fourth in a Class C mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 16 May. Be right there at the finish once again
  8. JAMES DE LA VALLEE – Only modest of late and was 6th in a Class F harness at Feurs over 2850m on 21 June. Returns to a mounted race and could contest the finish
    Summary: KADO SHINING (7) has yet to win a race but has posted some decent efforts in defeat and could now be ready to score. KAPTAIN LOVER (1) has a very good record under the saddle and can bounce back to beat these rivals. JIHERE DU PORET (4) is not easy to trust but has the ability to win and must be respected. JAMES DE LA VALLÉE (8) hasn’t been seen in a mounted race for some time but is also not out of it.
    SELECTIONS
    KADO SHINING (7) – KAPTAIN LOVER (1) – JIHERE DU PORET (4) – JAMES DE LA VALLEE (8)
    C2 – PRIX ICI SAINT ETIENNE LOIRE – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class B Race – Harness – EUR € 30,000
  9. LOVER MAUZUN – In good shape and was a winner last time out in Class D at Feurs over 2850m on 13 June. Can get into the mix of things again
  10. LE MAC – Disqualified last time out at Vincennes on 3 June. Capable of playing a minor role when in the right mood
  11. LIBERTY DU MORTIER – Very consistent of late and was runner-up in Class C at Cavaillon 2525m on 17 June. Can earn some minor money
  12. LEOPOLD – In good form and was third in Class C at Cavaillon over 2525m on 17 June. Has a winning chance
  13. LUEGO CONTIGO – Much improved this year and finished third in Class A at Marseille-Borély over 3000m on 10 June. Big chance in this line-up
  14. L’ESPOIR – In good form and was victorious last time out in Class C at Cavaillon over 2525m on 17 June. Can follow up
  15. LEADER DU CHATELET – In good shape and was runner-up in Class A at Marseille-Borély over 3000m on 10 June. Be right there at the finish
  16. LUKE SKYWALKER – Disqualified last time out at Toulouse on 6 June. In good form before that and has a place chance in this line-up
  17. LIZZY DE JOUDES – Disappointing form of late and was 6th in Class B at Vichy over 2200m on 16 June. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  18. LAGNU MAG – In good form and was runner-up in Class B at Vichy over 2200m on 16 June. Can be competitive in this line-up
    Summary: LUEGO CONTIGO (5) has been consistent all year and looks the one they all have to beat over a distance that clearly suits. LEADER DU CHATELET (7) has to concede a 25m start to that rival but can still contest the finish. LAGNU MAG (10) has yet to win a race but is knocking on the door and can be involved at the finish once again. LEOPOLD (4) is holding his form and should be competitive again.
    SELECTIONS
    LUEGO CONTIGO (5) – LEADER DU CHATELET (7) – LAGNU MAG (10) – LEOPOLD (4)
    C3 – PRIX #RACEANDCARE – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  19. JASPER JOHNS – Disqualified last time out at Marseille-Vivaux on 14 June. Struggling to find best form and others are much preferred
  20. JE REVE DE TOI – Has struggled of late and was 9th in Class F at Vichy over 2150m on 16 June. Needs major improvement to win this race
  21. JAWENN DE KERYANN – Pulled off an upset when scoring in Class F at Jullianges over 2425m on 22 June. Not easy to trust and others are preferred
  22. JOYEUX DES VAUX – Disqualified last time out at Vichy on 16 June. Battling to regain best form and others make more appeal
  23. JOHNNY QUICK – On a very long losing run but was runner-up last time out in Class F at Saint-Brieuc over 2575m on 2 May. Could earn some minor money
  24. JAPON DAIRPET – Has disqualification issues but did run very well when third in Class G at Nimes over 2750m on 15 June. Can make the frame if wise
  25. JOKER CARISAIE – Not easy to trust but was victorious last time out in Class F at Angoulême over 2750m on 15 June. Can double up if wise again
  26. JYPSON KALOUMA – Disqualified last time out at Feurs on 13 June. In good form before that and can get involved with the finish
  27. JERK HAUFOR – Unreliable but was victorious last time out in Class F at Angoulême over 2750m on 15 June. Can follow up if in the same mood
  28. JENJOY MAYBE – Has lost the way of late and finished 9th in Class F at Jullianges over 2425m on 22 June. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  29. JOLAN BOY – Very consistent this year and was fourth in Class D at Feurs over 2850m on 13 June. Be right there at the finish once again
  30. JASPER QUESNOT – In good shape and was fourth in Class E at Toulouse over 2950m on 18 June. On a long losing run but has a place chance
  31. JACOBIN DU GOUTIER – Disqualified last time out at Vichy on 2 June. In good form before that and can bounce back to score if smart
    Summary: JOLAN BOY (11) has yet to win this year, but he has been consistent and remains barefoot. He gets a narrow vote to score. JACOBIN DU GOUTIER (13) fluffed his lines with a disqualification at Vichy but was in good form before that and has a winning chance. JYPSON KALOUMA (8) is not reliable but is capable of getting into the mix when in the right mood. JAPON DAIRPET (6) has disqualification issues but can make the frame when behaving.
    SELECTIONS
    JOLAN BOY (11) – JACOBIN DU GOUTIER (13) – JYPSON KALOUMA (8) – JAPON DAIRPET (6)
    C4 – PRIX SAINT ETIENNE LA METROPOLE – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 26,000
  32. IMAGIOUS DE VANDEL – Unreliable but was not disgraced when 5th in Class F at Vichy over 2950m on 24 June. Could play a minor role
  33. IDYLLE EVER – In good form and was victorious in G at Vichy over 2150 on 11 June. Remains barefoot and is clearly not out of it
  34. IMPACT OAKS – Disqualified last time out at Lyon-Parilly on 8 June. Needs major improvement to win this race and others are preferred
  35. ILLUSTRE DE CHENOU – Has soem good form this year and was third in Class G at Vichy over 2150m on 11 June. Has a place chance in this line-up
  36. ICE SCOTT – Disqualified in his last three starts, the latest being in Class G at Feurs over 2850m on 21 June. Quite capable of a surprise when wise
  37. HULK DU SABLIER – Has struggled of late and finished 6th in Class G at Vichy over 2200m on 24 June. Others are much preferred
  38. INDEX D’YVEL – Holding form and was fourth in Class F at Vichy over 2950m on 24 June. Capable of making the frame
  39. ILLUSION DE CHENU – Has really struggled of late and finished tenth in Class F at Erbray over 2675m on 7 June. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  40. ILIADE DU GOUTIER – Has struggled of late and was 8th in Class H at Paray-le-Monial over 2625m on 1 June. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  41. GALOPIN DE BIANCA – Only modest of late and was 9th in Class E at Vichy over 2200m on 19 June. Capable of doing better but others are preferred
  42. GRANTCHESTER – Only modest of late and finished 6th in Class F at Moulins over 2600m on 18 May. Others make more appeal
  43. HOUPETTE ROSE – Very consistent and was a barefoot winner in Class F at Vichy over 2950m on 16 June. Can follow up this shorter distance
  44. HELMA DE BUSSET – Has disqualification issues but was a good third in Class E at Vichy over 2800m on 20 May. Has won over this course and distance and has a winning chance
  45. GALOPIN DE BLOT – Has struggled of late and finished 7th in Class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 8 June. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  46. IBROX PARK – In very good form and was runner-up in Class E at Vichy over 2950m on 11 June. Has already won four times this year and can score again
    Summary: IBROX PARK (15) has been very good all year and is quite capable of adding another win to his tally. HELMA DE BUSSET (13) has had a couple of disqualifications this year but has also produced some solid runs and must be respected again. HOUPETTE ROSE (12) remains barefoot after a good win and could be a serious threat. INDEX D’YVEL (7) has improved recently and is another possible winner in this open-looking race.
    SELECTIONS
    IBROX PARK (15) – HELMA DE BUSSET (13) – HOUPETTE ROSE (12) – INDEX D’YVEL (7)
    C5 – PRIX DU DEPARTEMENT DE LA LOIRE – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 20,000
  47. LUTECE D’AVIGNERE – Victorious in Class F at Laval over 2850m on 20 June. Has major disqualification issues but could surprise if wise again
  48. LOLITA DE VITRAY – Finished 7th in class E at Argenten over 2875m on 25 May. Victorious back in August but unreliable since. Others preferred
  49. LILY JAC – In good form and was was 3rd in class F at Carpentras over 2100m on 25 May. Yet to win a race but could play a minor role
  50. LARINA DE LA MOIRE – Disqualified in class F at Segre over 2700m on 14 June. Has disqualification issues but is also capable of earning some money
  51. LOUANE DE VEAUCE – Finished 7th in class F at Vichy over 2800m on 14 June. Battling to find best form and others make more appeal
  52. LILA DES VALERINS – Only modest of late and finished 6th in class F at Feurs over 2850m on 21 June. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  53. LADY IMPERIALE – Disqualified in class F at Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne over 2675m on 9 June. Unreliable but is capable of making the frame
  54. LUNA DES MALBERAUX – Finished 5th in class F at Vichy over 2800m on 14 June. Victorious in April but needs to do more to beat these rivals
  55. LA RAISON D’ETRE – Has struggled of late and finished 10th in class F at Durtal over 2825m on 1 June. Yet to win a race and others are preferred
  56. LA BELLE AFFAIRE – Disqualified in class F at Feurs over 2850m on 21 June. Has major disqualification issues and others are preferred
  57. LADY DES GRAVELS – Unreliable and finished 11th in Class E at Vichy over 2150m on 11 June. Has a place chance on best form
  58. LEGENDE DU BUGEY – Finished 9th in class E at Vichy over 2150m on 11 June. Victorious in March but others make more appeal
  59. LOLITA D’ECOTAY – Unreliable but was third in class E at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 27 April. Has shown improvement and can contest the finish
  60. LA PRIMAVERA – Disqualified in class E at Vichy over 2950m on 25 June. Not easy to trust but is capable of winning when wise
  61. LIBERTY DE NERET – Victorious in Class D at Vichy over 2950m on 16 June. Remains barefoot and is capable of following up
    Summary: LIBERTY DE NÉRET (15) has shown her best form since racing barefoot. She remains unshod and can follow up on a solid recent win at Vichy. LA PRIMAVERA (14) has had some disqualifications lately but has plenty of talent and can bounce back to pose a real threat. LOLITA D’ÉCOTAY (13) is also not easy to trust but is capable of winning in this line-up. LADY IMPÉRIALE (7) is barefoot this time and should be in the mix at the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    LIBERTY DE NERET (15) – LA PRIMAVERA (14) – LOLITA D’ECOTAY (13) – LADY IMPERIALE (7)
    C6 – PRIX CREDIT AGRICOLE LOIRE HAUTE LOIRE – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  62. MACHTWO DU MORTIER – Showed vast improvement and was runner-up in class G at Paray-le-Monial over 2675m on 1 June. Has yet to win and others are preferred
  63. MY NAME IS CHENU – Victorious in Class G at Erbray over 2675m on 7 June. Has shown improvement and can repeat if in the same mood
  64. MORGANA GUILLERVIL – Has run well in both starts and was runner-up in class E at Marseille-Borély over 3000m on 20 June. Can get involved with the finish once again
  65. MANON DES CHAMPS – Unreliable but was 4th in class F at Feurs over 2225m on 21 June. Yet to win a race and others make more appeal
  66. MARIUS DE FEUGERES – Disqualified in class D at Vichy over 2950m on 14 June. Hard to trust but does contest the finish when wise
  67. MACCHIAVELLA – Very consistent and was 3rd in class E at Angouleme over 2750m on 15 June. Can contest the finish yet again
  68. MUSE D’EURVAD – Disqualified in class D at Chartres over 2800m on 18 June. Victorious in May and can bounce back if smart this time
  69. MAREVA – Finished 6th in class D at Lyon-Parilly over 2100m on 8 June. Victorious on debut and is capable of an upset
  70. MESTA ATALANTE – Unreliable and finished 6th in class D at Feurs over 2850m on 13 June. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
  71. MAN CITY – Has some fair form and was 4th in class D at Vichy over 2950m on 14 June. Can earn some minor money at best
  72. MEDEE DU CONROY – Disappointing last run when 8th in class D at Caen over 2450m on 11 June. Capable of better and has a winning chance
    Summary: MUSE D’EURVAD (7) fluffed her lines with a disqualification at Chartres but had been showing ability before that and could bounce back to win a race like this if behaving. MEDEE DU CONROY (11) has yet to win but has shown ability at times and can contest the finish. MACCHIAVELLA (6) is consistent and holds a winning chance. MORGANA GUILLERVIL (3) is knocking at the door and is also capable of winning.
    SELECTIONS
    MUSE D’EURVAD (7) – MEDEE DU CONROY (11) – MACCHIAVELLA (6) – MORGANA GUILLERVIL (3)
    C7 – PX DU CONSEIL DE LA FILIERE CHEVAL AURA – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class G Amateur Drivers Race – Harness – EUR € 6,000
  73. HAZARD EDEN – Has really struggled of late and was 7th in Class G at Strasbourg over 2800m on 15 May. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  74. IDEAL DE LANDEMER – Unreliable but did run well when tunner-up in Class F at Jullianges over 2425m on 22 June. Capable of going one better but is not easy to trust
  75. GAUCHO DE FELINE – Has major disqualification issues and faulted last time out at Nimes on 8 June. Hard to trust and is probably best watched for now
  76. HORTANCE FOLLE – Has disqualification issues but did run well when third in Class F at Jullianges over 2425m on 22 June. Capable of making the frame when wise
  77. INOX MAZA – Has only been modest this year and was 6th in Class H at Bollene over 2800m on 22 June. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  78. HALDO DE LA CLOUE – Has struggled of late and was 7th in Class H at Bollene over 2800m on 22 June. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  79. JASMIN DE LA COUR – Only modest of late and was 6th in Class E at Feurs over 2850m on 13 June. Needs to do more to win this race
  80. IPSY DJOB – Did not show his best when 8th in Class F at Feurs over 2850m on 7 April. Capable of better and has a winnng chance
  81. JAZZ MONEY – In very good form and was runner-up in Class F at Vichy over 2150m on 16 June. Big chance in this line-up
  82. IVAN LENDEL – Hard to trust and was disqualified last time out at Vitteaux on 18 May. Could be competitive if in the right mood
  83. HECATE DU DOLLAR – Unreliable but was not disgraced when 5th in Class G at Bernay over2800m on 15 June. Might play a minor role
    Summary: JAZZ MONEY (9) has already won twice this year and has every chance of taking out this lucky last race. IPSY DJOB (8) has been disappointing of late but has the ability to win a race of this nature and must be respected. HORTANCE FOLLE (4) remains difficult to trust but is capable of contesting the finish when in the right mood. IVAN LENDEL (10) was clearly better last year and could be a threat if rediscovering that form.
    SELECTIONS – JAZZ MONEY (9) – IPSY DJOB (8) – HORTANCE FOLLE (4) – IVAN LENDEL (10)

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