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French Selections Thursday 18th

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R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX BERNARD LE QUELLEC – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 68,000

  1. JAMAICA BROWN – Starts for first time since winning a 2100m Class D here last December. Shoes on and will have nothing to contribute
  2. DIVA DEL RONCO – 8th of 10 finishers in a Gr.3 under these conditions late last month and has no realistic chance
  3. DIE HARD (ITY) – Back to a track he appreciates after being eliminated on re-entry in a 3100m Class F at Nort-sur-Erdre earlier this month, and should again finish close to the action
  4. DESTINY DI POGGIO – Excellent servant making first start since being eliminated in a 3100m Vibraye Class D mid-August. Stays shod and best to wait
  5. JIBI DU FRUITIER – Steps up in category after running 3rd of 12 in a 2100m Class D here a fortnight ago. Is plainly in form and can play a small part
  6. IMPERIAL DURABUTIN – Impressive winner of Grand Prix de la Ville d’Eauze before faulting in a 3025m Class A at Montier-en-Der on 24 August. Has won 2 of 3 starts under these conditions and must be retained
  7. JAPPELOUP TURGOT – 5th of 16 in a 2625m Alencon Class A on 7 September. Enjoys a good record under these conditions and in present form is easy to like for a first-5 placing
  8. GERICAULT – Has not been seen out since finishing 7th of 10 in a 2100m Gr.3 here last December and is going to need the run
  9. COLBERT WF – Failed to pull off the hat-trick when eliminated in a 2550m Class B at Beaumont-de-Lomagne on 2 September. Is clearly at the top of his game though and with application can get his nose in front
  10. ASTRONASCENTE ZAC – 8th of 10 when preparing for this over 2350m in Waregem on 2 September. Barefoot with Alexandre Abrivard in the bike this time but a minor place chance at best
  11. FAKIR DE L’AULNE – Last of 13 in a 2775m Craon Gr.3 10 days ago. Pleasant during the spring but has since lost his way and is not about to trouble the judge
  12. CANTO DEI VENTI – Unable to confirm Enghien effort when lacklustre 9th of 13 behind INDY DARK (15) in a Class C over course and distance on 20 August. Form is not in question though and given the chance can play a leading role
  13. DANGER BI – Out of the picture in last 2, latterly 10th of 11 behind FURIOSO FLIGNY (14) in a 2000m Class C at Les Sables-d’Olonne 3 weeks ago, and will have few friends
  14. FURIOSO FLIGNY – Unplaced in last 2, most recently 6th of 11 in a 2000m Class C at Les Sables-d’Olonne 3 weeks ago. Has merit though and with hind shoes off cannot be ruled out
  15. INDY DARK – 2nd to a very good horse in a Class C over track and trip on 20 August. Thrives under these conditions and is in with a realistic shout of imposing this time
    Summary: INDY DARK (15) has hardly missed a beat since returning earlier in the year from a long absence and considering the engagement must be considered a leading contender. Benjamin Rochard will still be wary of a reinvigorated COLBERT WF (9) whose recent blip should not be taken seriously. Oddly below-par here a month ago, CANTO DEI VENTI (12) is confirmed over 2700m and Gabriele Gelormini will be eager to put things right. Winner of 3 from 4 before being sent for a break, DIE HARD (ITY) (3) has a race under his belt and is unlikely to let the side down. Three timer a winner over course and distance, JAPPELOUP TURGOT (7) returns to a hard surface with every chance of finishing in the mix.
    SELECTIONS
    INDY DARK (15) – COLBERT WF (9) – CANTO DEI VENTI (12) – DIE HARD (ITY) (3)
    C2 – PRIX DE GAP – 2850m (a2m) – Class D – Mounted – EUR € 46,000
  16. KING CHAOS – Flattering 5th of 8 finishers in a 2850m Laval Class D 3 weeks ago. Has placed twice from 5 since coming to France and is not about to shake things up
  17. JEDI – Returns to racing barefoot after coming 2nd of 4 finishers in a 2750m Cabourg amateurs Class F a month back, but at this level will have too much to do
  18. JET DES MALBERAUX – Made a respectable return to the monte code when 4th of 10 in a 2875m Class E at Meslay-du-Maine last week. Cannot be regarded a priority but runs barefoot and could pick up some prizemoney
  19. JOIE DES VENTES – Just missed out on the hat-trick when 2nd of 15 in a 2700m Class D here early this month and Francois Lagadeuc will be keen to reassert her authority
  20. IMTITI – Ran 4th at Argentan before losing his action in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class G a week ago, and is being aimed too high this time
  21. JOKER DU MIDI – 10th of 12 finishers when preparing for this in a 2300m Marseille-Borely Class F a week back. Hind shoes off this time and is unlikely to be far from the action. Place prospect
  22. JASMINE DE FORGAN – Comfortable winner of a 2725m Pornichet Class E on 21 August. Is unlikely to repeat but can nevertheless make first 5
  23. JIHERE DU PORET – Alternates the good with the less good, most recently eliminated quickly in a 2225m Feurs Class E on 8 September. Is not short of ability though and can play a prominent role if he gets off on the right foot
  24. JASMINE DE NEUVY – Made up for Mauquenchy elimination when 2nd of 9 in a 2850m Carentan Class E mid-August. Is as tenacious as they come and Adrien Lamy can be confident off another competitive performance
  25. JOLLY CHIC – Facile winner of a 2850m Mauquenchy Class G this day last week. Has won 5 of last 6 and has every chance of maintaining a perfect ridden record
  26. CAPIROSKA FONT – Makes monte bow after being eliminated over 1750m in Mons last week. Reverts to a previous formula but still looks out of her depth
  27. JACK DES MALBERAUX – Makes first appearance since coming 10th of 13 in a 2875m Enghien harness Class D on 12 July. Can trot but others still easier to trust
  28. JAMES OF CARLY – Placed in last 2, latterly 3rd of 10 in a 2800m Compiegne Class F on 7 September. Boasts solid references with Eric Raffin reining but looks more a minor place chance this time
    Summary: Particularly convincing on her monte debut at Mauquenchy a week ago, JOLLY CHIC (10) appears thoroughly capable of confirming. An absolute dynamo when fitted with 4 pads, JOIE DES VENTES (4) takes to the short course for the first time and will be no pushover, and neither should a reconfigured JOKER DU MIDI (6) who twice showed his form last month. JASMINE DE NEUVY (9) has hardly put a foot wrong since April and will have her supporters.
    SELECTIONS
    JOLLY CHIC (10) – JOIE DES VENTES (4) – JOKER DU MIDI (6) – JASMINE DE NEUVY (9)
    C3 – PRIX DE COURTENAY – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 46,000
  29. MARIE OH FREDLAU – Last of 7 in a 2950m Vichy Class B on 26 August and will first need to reassure
  30. MARINELLA VRIE – Made it 3 for 3 in a 2750m Cabourg Class D a month ago. Is new to Vincennes but has been a thorough professional and can impose
  31. MELINA SUPREME – Put in a fine effort to run 2nd of 13 in a 2725m Pornichet Class B on 14 August. Comes here fresh and has every chance of opening her 2025 account
  32. MASAI MARA – Stylishly opened her Vincennes account 2 weeks ago when storming up in a Class E under these conditions. Takes on a better lot this time but is not incapable of doubling her money
  33. MERRY – Fortunate 2nd of 7 finishers in a 2150m Enghien Class D on 14 August. In superior company here and unlikely to spring any surprises
  34. MARINE D’ERABLE – Won 2 in a row before being eliminated in a 2875m Enghien Class C on 13 August. Has merit and can pick up a cheque, but cannot be considered a leading candidate
  35. MAIA JIEL – Very good, but surprising, 2nd of 12 on re-entry in a 2750m Class B at La Capelle on 3 September. Will have come on for the race and can make first 5
  36. MADE IN ATALANTE – Eliminated in last 2, latterly a 2175m Class D here last week. Breaks wide and while obviously talented, others are still easier to trust
  37. MANON DU CHENE – 2nd of 9 finishers in a 2750m Cabourg Class D 3 weeks ago. Has no left-handed references but could pleasantly surprise if she turns
  38. MILADY OF PARIS – Gave a good account to run 3rd of 12 to MASAI MARA (4) in a Class E over track and trip earlier in the month. Has ground to make up on her but can again make the frame
    Summary: MELINA SUPREME (3) got back in the game last month, missing out by just a small margin, and with form maintained, can win this. Romain Congard will want to be wary of the unbeaten MARINELLA VRIE (2) who could well leave the venue with her perfect record intact, and MASAI MARA (4) who encountered no resistance over course and distance a fortnight back. 3rd to her that day, and unfavourably-drawn once more, MILADY OF PARIS (10) is nevertheless a contender.
    SELECTIONS
    MELINA SUPREME (3) – MARINELLA VRIE (2) – MASAI MARA (4) – MILADY OF PARIS (10)
    C4 – PRIX DE DRANCY – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Mounted – EUR € 40,000
  39. LA SOL FA – Eliminated in a Class D over course and distance on 27 August and quite simply has no possible chance
  40. LA BELLE MISS – Eliminated in a 2675m harness Class E at Le Mont-Saint-Michel on 7 September. Gets a leading jockey for monte debut and can wrap this up if she takes to the new profile
  41. LEXA DE LA CROIX – Lost her action in a 2200m Class E here on 2 September. Shoes fitted this time though and others preferred
  42. LAZULITE GEDE – Makes first public appearance under the saddle after being eliminated in a 2875m Class E at Meslay-du-Maine last week. Mathieu Mottier aboard and will be expected to play a prominent role
  43. LUTTE DU LOGIS – 5th of 11 finishers in a 2200m Class E here on 2 September. Takes on a better lot here and will have to find more
  44. LILIEME FOR CLARA – 7th of 8 finishers behind LA GARBO (7) in a Class D under these conditions on 27 August. Hind shoes off this time but still not a concern
  45. LA GARBO – Tricky character that has shown a liking for the code and, 4th in a Class D under these conditions late last month, has been reconfigured for the occasion and is easy to like for a spot in the mix
  46. LA STORIA DE LOU – Made short work of a 2675m Class E at Divonne-les-Bains a month ago. Moves up in category but the nature of her last performance bodes particularly well for her prospects of repeating
  47. LEGEND DARLING – 5th of 8 finishers, a place behind LA GARBO (7), in a Class D under these conditions on 27 August. Races barefoot again and can play a small part
  48. LAPONIE D’EMMA – Eliminated in a Class D over course and distance on 27 August. Has otherwise demonstrated solid aptitude for the code and will have a lot to contribute if Adrien Lamy keeps her focused
  49. LADY DE GREZ – Returns to code of preference after running 9th of 12 when preparing for this in a 2750m Ecommoy harness Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Shoes off this time and looks a respectable first-5 prospect
    Summary: After a pair of unconvincing harness performances, the talented LA BELLE MISS (2) debuts under the saddle, with Eric Raffin in the irons, and has a realistic chance of getting straight off the mark. He will still be keeping a watchful eye on LA STORIA DE LOU (8) who met no opposition last time out, and the freshly-configured LAZULITE GEDE (4) who has been entrusted to Mathieu Mottier for her ridden debut. Similarly reconfigured following last month’s blip here, LAPONIE D’EMMA (10) can begin to redeem herself.
    SELECTIONS
    LA BELLE MISS (2) – LA STORIA DE LOU (8) – LAZULITE GEDE (4) – LAPONIE D’EMMA (10)
    C5 – PRIX DE CORBEIL – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 46,000
  50. KALANDA D’ELVIE – Lost her action on re-entry in a 2850m Feurs Class E 10 days ago. Starts on the inside and with Eric Raffin in the bike should be taken seriously
  51. KELLE CLASS – Gave a fine account to run 2nd of 14 in a 2700m Class D at La Capelle on 26 August. Handed a decent draw and while unlikely to win this can still put in a good performance
  52. KANEA DE L’ABBAYE – Makes Vincennes bow after coming 2nd of 9 in a 2600m Divonne-les-Bains
    Class D a month ago and even from the 3-spot will have too much to do
  53. KANELLE DE TILLARD – Returns to racing barefoot after running 9th of 13 finishers behind KETAMINE D’UZE (6) in a 2750m Ecommoy Class B late last month. Benefits from a good draw but others still preferred
  54. KELOWNA LEGEND – 7th of 11 in a 2625m Cherbourg Class E a month back. Did score over course and distance in June though and the draw will only enhance her chances
  55. KETAMINE D’UZE – Won 2 of 3 before running 6th of 13 in a 2750m Ecommoy Class B late last month. Has never disappointed in the day’s configuration and can make this her own
  56. KAHIRA DES MARES – Unable to confirm Enghien success when unluckily eliminated in a Class D over course and distance late last month. Is plainly in fine shape though and Benjamin Rochard can be quietly confident. Attention
  57. KARLA JALLERIE – Useful type that could have finished 5th had she not lost her action in a Class D over course and distance late last month. Breaks wide but will be partnered by Mathieu Mottier and should not be overlooked
  58. KARA D’OR – Got back in the game when 3rd of 14, a place behind KELLE CLASS (2) in a 2700m Class D at La Capelle on 26 August. Forced to break wide but has form over 2100m here and looks main danger to KETAMINE D’UZE (6)
  59. KIRA BO FACE – 5th of 7, on return to competition, over 1900m at Berlin-Mariendorf on 23 August. Has no love for Vincennes though and can be passed over
  60. KALINKA MOYA – Handy mare making first appearance since running 13th of 16 in a 2850m Class D here 4 months ago and is going to need the race
  61. KAMELIA DE JEAN – Reassuring 2nd of 11 in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class E on 6 August. Goes barefoot this time and will have a lot to offer if KETAMINE D’UZE (6) successfully navigates the start
    Summary: A fine campaigner that has turned a corner since the spring, KETAMINE D’UZE (6) starts in front here and, shod to preference, is going to take all the beating. She will still come under some pressure from the widely-drawn KARA D’OR (9) who gave an excellent account at La Capelle late last month. KELLE CLASS (2) pleasantly surprised that day and can again get in on the action, but may first have to see off KELOWNA LEGEND (5) who imposed under these conditions last time here.
    SELECTIONS
    KETAMINE D’UZE (6) – KARA D’OR (9) – KELOWNA LEGEND (5) – KELLE CLASS (2)
    C6 – PRIX GASTON ROUSSEL – 2850m (a2m) – Class D Amateur Riders – Mounted – EUR € 54,000
  62. GUOPECK DE VIVOIN – Eliminated on re-entry in a 2150m Mauquenchy harness Class E a week ago and will have nothing to offer
  63. HYM SUBLIGNAIS – Runner-up in 3 before coming valiant 5th of 10 in a 2750m Cabourg Class E on 22 August. Is not a priority but debuts at the venue with a chance of picking up a minor place cheque
  64. HUELVA DUPEROUZEL – Surprise 2nd of 13 in a 2800m Vire harness Class F early this month but debuts in the discipline with only moderate ambition
  65. IGGY POP DE CHENU – 4th of 14 in a harness Class D over course and distance mid-August. Put in 1’09”7 for the final km that day, goes as well in one code as the other, and should not be underestimated
  66. INDICE DELADOU – Comfortable winner of a 2750m Class D at La Capelle a fortnight ago. Takes on a better bunch this time but still looks competitive for a place on the podium
  67. IN LOVE DE JIEL – Back under the saddle after finishing last but one behind HONEY KING (9) in a harness Class C over track and trip 12 days ago. Left his mark here last time in the code and can bring the fight to IGO CLEA (8)
  68. HUGO OCCAGNES – Respectable 3rd of 10 finishers in a 2775m Craon Class D 10 days ago. In good company once more but at this more reasonable level looks competitively well in
  69. IGO CLEA – In the frame in last 5, latterly close 2nd of 11 in a 2250m Enghien Class C on 3 September, and it will take a big performance to beat him
  70. HONEY KING – 10th of 13 in a harness Class C over track and trip earlier in the month. Has yet to deliver under the saddle and is unlikely to create an upset
  71. FOREVER JIEL – Last of 13 behind HONEY KING (9) in a harness Class C over track and trip 12 days ago and can be confidently disregarded
  72. GREZ – Last but one when preparing for this in a 2625m Alencon harness Class A 11 days ago. Has otherwise shown serious monte form and with shoes off must be taken seriously
    Summary: Wonderfully consistent in this branch of the business, IGO CLEA (8) starts on the back row here but has been excelling all year and appears to have the advantage over the better-placed, and reconfigured, IN LOVE DE JIEL (6) who imposed over the main course last time under the saddle. IGGY POP DE CHENU (4) has been knocking at the door lately and will not be available at 85/1 this time. Like a horse reborn this term, INDICE DELADOU (5) must be afforded respect.
    SELECTIONS
    IGO CLEA (8) – IN LOVE DE JIEL (6) – IGGY POP DE CHENU (4) – INDICE DELADOU (5)
    C7 – PRIX DE NARBONNE – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 46,000
  73. L’INTOUCHABLE – Has show the limits of his capacity this year, most recently 8th of 9 in 25 August race of reference, and has limited prospects
  74. LE BOLIDE – In the frame in last 2, most recently 2nd of 9 finishers in a 2700m Class C here on 25 August. Is plainly close to his race and the draw will do his prospects no disservice
  75. LAGO DE PERVENCHE – Shod to preference after coming last of 7 in a 2175m Class C conditioner here 2 weeks ago. Ran 2nd on sole appearance under these conditions and from the 3-spot looks a leading contender
  76. LE RETOUR VRIE – Finished good 3rd of 9, a place behind LE RETOUR VRIE (4), in a 2700m Class C here 3.5 weeks ago. Enjoys a fine spot on the front row and should again figure prominently
  77. LANSKY VALLEE – Encouraging 6th of 9 finishers in a 2700m Class C here on 25 August. Races first-time barefoot and considering the draw, a first 5 place is well within his capacity
  78. LION SUR MER – Eliminated after having run 3rd in a 2700m Class C here on 25 August. Showed considerable courage that day, will be reined by Eric Raffin, and from the front line should not disappoint
  79. LORD TURGOT – Fine servant but makes first appearance since running 2nd of 10 in a 2700m Class C here last April and with shoes on is unlikely to spring any surprises
  80. LORIGRE – Has demonstrated good consistency this term, most recently 4th of 11 in a Class D under these conditions early last week, and even though in superior company can still get a look in
  81. LORD DE BANVILLE – Eliminated in last 2, latterly a 2850m Lyon-Parilly Class D a fortnight back, and will first need to reassure
  82. LENSOIS DU DOLLAR – 11th of 14 on comeback in a 2700m Class E at La Capelle on 3 September. Is better than his numbers would suggest, races unshod-behind, and is not incapable of playing a small part
  83. L’ARTISTE ZEN – Last of 12 on re-entry in a 2700m Graignes Class B late last month and is being prepared for a campaign in the other discipline
  84. LOVE D’AUTHISE – Last but one in a 2700m monte Class C here in May and will have other priorities
  85. LUCIFER DU CAIEU – Handy element but has not been seen since coming 8th of 12 in a Class C over track and trip last March, and is not about to be given a hard race
  86. LASCAR PILE – 2nd of 11 in a 2700m Class D here on 2 September but could well have won had he been afforded a run, and Damien Bonne will be out to set the record straight
  87. LINDSTEDT – Starts for first time since finishing 7th of 11 in a 2150m Cagnes Class D on 12 July. Poorly-drawn and will struggle to make his presence felt
    Summary: Very unlucky on his return to Vincennes earlier in the month, LASCAR PILE (14) has a tough draw to contend with this time but still looks the one to beat. It’s unlikely to be all plain-sailing though given the form the well-positioned LAGO DE PERVENCHE (3) has demonstrated in the day’s configuration. LE BOLIDE (2) had the measure of LE RETOUR VRIE (4) here in late-August and once again appears to have the edge.
    SELECTIONS
    LASCAR PILE (14) – LAGO DE PERVENCHE (3) – LE BOLIDE (2) – LE RETOUR VRIE (4)
    C8 – PRIX DE MEHUN SUR YEVRE – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 60,000
  88. KRAFEN – Eliminated in last 3, most recently a 2950m Class F at Beaumont-de-Lomagne on 2 September, and can be confidently passed over
  89. KRACK CLEA – Fine campaigner making first appearance since coming 3rd of 11 in a 2850m monte Class B here last June, and will have other ambitions
  90. ERNESTO ROC – Eliminated in last 2, most recently a 2850m Class B here on 20 August. Won over course and distance earlier in the year and will have his chances if Alexandre Abrivard keeps him focused
  91. KAISER – 5th of 17 in a 2750m Ecommoy Class B late last month. Tends to go better on a flatter surface but nevertheless has the quality to get in on the action
  92. NELSON GREENWOOD – Back at a track he appreciates after running 4th of 11 over 2140m in Jagersro early last week and, already a winner at this level in France, must be considered a serious proposition
  93. ENOCK – 3rd of 8 to EXPRESS D’ARC (9), on re-entry, in a 2850m Class B here a month back. Breaks in front, will have come on for the race, and must not be ignored
  94. CAVIAR FROM MINE – Starts for first time since running 5th of 13 in a 2850m Class B here in late-May. Has solid credentials at this level and can get straight down to business
  95. KARMA – Sent for a spell after finishing 9th of 11 behind KAISER (4) in a 2875m Enghien Class B 2 months ago. Not ideally-placed but has freshness on his side and must not be underestimated
  96. EXPRESS D’ARC – Made an excellent re-entry on 20 August when victorious in a 2850m Class B here. Has pulled a tough number but still looks a significant player. Chance
  97. MERCEDES STAR – Good, consistent servant that ran 2nd of 11 in a 2100m Class D here in late-August but faces a stiffer test this time and chances limited
  98. EL DORADO BAR – Starts for the first time since winning a Class D under these conditions in May. Shoes fitted and no threat
  99. ECLIPSE GAR – Eliminated in a Class E under these conditions on 6 September. Has yet to get around the track unscathed and is not about to create an upset
  100. BATTUTA FACE – Switches code after running 2nd of 10 in a 2800m Compiegne monte Class F on 7 September and will not be troubling the opposition
  101. DERBY KRONOS – Fine Italian import that ran 2nd of 14 to GLOBAL DUTY (15) in a 1609m Argentan Class F early last month. Handed a rough draw but will not be far off the mark if Gabi Gelormini successfully navigates the start
  102. GLOBAL DUTY – Sprang a 64/1 surprise when successful in a 1609m Argentan Class F on 9 August. Has pulled a tough number and in his new configuration is not about to repeat
    Summary: Twice a winner here earlier in the year, CAVIAR FROM MINE (7) may not have raced since May but he is clearly in competition-mode and from the front row can finally break his Vincennes duck. Compatriot NELSON GREENWOOD (5) made his mark here last winter and is better-positioned behind the car. EXPRESS D’ARC (9) is forced to break wide but imposed on his first start back and could well repeat. ERNESTO ROC (3) is not the easiest of horses to handle but has form under these conditions and with application will be competitive at the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    CAVIAR FROM MINE (7) – NELSON GREENWOOD (5) – EXPRESS D’ARC (9) – ERNESTO ROC (3)
    R3 AUTEUIL [L-H]

C1 – PRIX MELANOS – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Listed Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 105,000

  1. NIKKALUOKTA – Decent 4th in the Prix Alain du Bresil Hurdle (Grade 1) over 3900m at this track on May 18th, and a win before that in a Listed hurdle race over the same trip in April. Key chance
  2. IT’S WIN O’CLOCK – Useful operator, good 3rd in the Prix Amadou Hurdle (Grade 2) over 3900m at this track two runs back on April 20th. Unplaced in May on his last start in late May. Can be competitive
  3. LA PALMERAIE – Two wins this year, one over hurdles, the other over fences in a Class 2 over 3500m at this track on March 23rd. Her best run was when 2nd over 4400m in the Prix Jean Stern (Grade 2) Chase on April 20. Player
  4. TANTE ZENA – 5th on her last start over 3600m in a Grade 3 hurdle at this track on May 27th. Lightly raced and should improve, although others rate higher
  5. LAUTHENTYKO – Two unplaced runs of late, the latter in a Grade 3 chase over 4400m on March 30th. 2nd in the Prix Congress (Grade 2) last November. Ought to be thereabouts
  6. LEGOLAS TEK – Unplaced last time out, he won before that over 3500m in a Listed chase at this track on May 8th. Respected hurdler who warrants respect
    Summary: NIKKALUOKTA (1) won over 3900m in a Listed hurdle at this track in late April and followed that up with a good fourth in the Prix Alain du Bresil Hurdle (Grade 1) in mid-May on his last start. He will be fit and ready to go. IT’S WIN O’CLOCK (2) could be the main threat. He was a decent third on his penultimate start in late April in the Prix Amadou Hurdle (Grade 2) at this track. LA PALMERAIE (3) is useful over both codes and is one to pay attention to.
    SELECTIONS
    NIKKALUOKTA (1) – IT’S WIN O’CLOCK (2) – LA PALMERAIE (3) – LAUTHENTYKO (5)
    C2 – PRIX ROBERT LEJEUNE – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Gr3 – Hurdles – EUR € 125,000
  7. WILD BILL HICKOK – 7th last time out in May, a win before that over 3000m in a Listed hurdle at Auteuil on April 18th. In the mix
  8. HELL STORM – Recent win over 3400m at Clairefontaine on August 27th in a Class 3 hurdle. Others look better equipped
  9. ROMAN SKIES – Four unplaced runs of late, he failed to complete the course on September 9th in a claiming hurdle at Auteuil on his last start. Opposable
  10. SHANNON MAESTRO – Nice effort to be 2nd in a Listed hurdle at this track over 3500m on May 31st, and a win over 3000m in a Class 3 hurdle at this track in May. Hard to ignore
  11. MIDNIGHT COWBOY – Decent 3rd over 3500m in a Grade 3 hurdle at this track on May 18th, and a win before that on April 3rd in a Class 1 hurdle on March 15th. One to keep onside
  12. LE PALEFRENIER – Three unplaced efforts so far. He failed to complete the course on his last run over 3500m on September 9th. Looks vulnerable
  13. MATIN MIDI ET SOIR – Good form earlier this year, 2nd on his last run over 3500m in a Grade 3 hurdle at this track on May 18th, and a win before that on debut in late March at this track. Player
    Summary: MATIN MIDI ET SOIR (7) won on debut in March at this track and followed up with a second in the Prix Aguado (Grade 3) Hurdle at this track in mid-May. He is given the edge over SHANNON MAESTRO (4), who ran well when second in a Listed hurdle at Auteuil in late May and scored in a Class 3 hurdle on May 8th. MIDNIGHT COWBOY (5) has good course form and can not be overlooked. WILD BILL HICKOK (1) is a Listed hurdle winner at this track in April and makes up the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    MATIN MIDI ET SOIR (7) – SHANNON MAESTRO (4) – MIDNIGHT COWBOY (5) – WILD BILL HICKOK (1)
    C3 – PRIX MELI MELO – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 55,000
  14. KAPACA DE THAIX – 3rd on the flat over 2400m at Craon on September 7th in a conditions race last time out. He won over hurdles and fences at Pau in December 2024 and January 2025. Needs to get back to his best to feature
  15. KING CONTI – Two 3rd placed runs this year, the latter over 4400m in a Listed chase at Auteuil on May 3rd. Live chance of scoring
  16. KILT ECOSSAIS – Two decent efforts this year, 2nd over 3900m at Dieppe on July 12th in a Class 3 race last time out. Others preferred
  17. CHARDASSO – Two placed runs this year, 2nd on the latter over 3500m at Auteuil in a Class 1 chase on March 15th. Hard to ignore
  18. KING SAINT – He won on the one run this year at Clairefontaine in a Class 3 hurdle over 3600m on July 28th. Opposable in a stronger race
  19. CI PPO RA – 7th on the last run in late May, 2nd previously over 3600m in a Listed hurdle at Auteuil on May 3rd. Among the leading chances
  20. KIRIKOU DES MERS – 7th on the one run this year over 4400m at Auteuil on April 10th in a Class 2 chase. Opposable
  21. KARAM LE ROUGE – 4th on the last run over 3700m in a Class 3 chase on June 17th. Two 2nd’s and two wins in 2024 over both codes. Can make the frame at nice odds
  22. SAGA GIRL – Not seen since a 3rd in the Prix Congress (Grade 2 ) Chase on November 11th, 2023. Can be competitive if fit
    Summary: KING CONTI (2) can get back in the winner’s circle after two pleasing third-place efforts this year in the Spring. He should be too smart for SAGA GIRL (9), who has a touch of class, and despite a prolonged absence, she warrants respect if fit to go. CHARDASSO (4) looks like a good option for the each-way backers to latch onto. CI PPO RA (6) ran a good race when second in a Listed hurdle in May at Auteuil and should have a say in proceedings.
    SELECTIONS
    KING CONTI (2) – SAGA GIRL (9) – CHARDASSO (4) – CI PPO RA (6)
    C4 – PRIX DE CHAMBLY – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Gr3 – Hurdles – EUR € 125,000
  23. OLGA DE KIEV – Good win over 3500m in the Prix Sagan (Grade 3) Hurdle on May 17th by 8L on her latest start. Looks like she is a useful performer
  24. COLADAMASS – Four placed runs of late, 3rd over 3400m at Clairefontaine on September 5th in a Class 4 handicap hurdle. Place chance
  25. SELMA DE VARY – 5th on her last start in May, 2nd before that over 3000m at Auteuil in a hurdle race on March 30th. Capable of being involved
  26. TELETROPE – Nice success in a Class 1 hurdle at Clairefontaine on August 11th over 3400m on her last run. Can make the top three
  27. GOOD GIRL DE FAUST – 3rd on the flat in August last time out, a win before that over 3200m at Compiegne on April 22nd in a Class 3 hurdle. Consider each way
  28. NOIRE WULF – 6th on the last run over 3400m at Clairefontaine on August 27th in a Class 3 hurdle, and a win before that at Compiegne on May 14th. Others seem better equipped
  29. MAPROTEGEE – Solid win over 3000m at this track on debut on April 20th by 4L. She will improve from that, and looks like a nice prospect
    Summary: OLGA DE KIEV (1) was an impressive winner of the Prix Sagan (Grade 3) over 3500m at this track on May 17th, scoring by 8 lengths. If returning in similar form after a four-month break, she will be tough to beat. TELETROPE (4) looks the main danger, having won a Class 1 hurdle at Clairefontaine in August and showing clear signs of progression. MAPROTEGEE (7) made a winning debut here in April by four lengths and cannot be ignored. SELMA DE VARY (3) leads the remainder.
    SELECTIONS
    OLGA DE KIEV (1) – TELETROPE (4) – MAPROTEGEE (7) – SELMA DE VARY (3)
    C5 – PRIX CADOUDAL – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 – Hurdles – EUR € 51,000
  30. DSCHINGIS TOKEN – He won over 3400m at Clairefontaine on August 27th in a Class 3 hurdle last time out. He must be considered
  31. LISKARIA – Two wins from two runs, the latter over 3500m in a Class 3 hurdle at Auteuil on April 15th by 2.5L. He can keep improving and looks like a key player
  32. LABELLEVIE – 2nd on her last run over 3600m at Compiegne in a Class 2 hurdle on April 22nd, and a win on debut at Auteuil in late March over hurdles previously. Respect
  33. KRYPTONITE – Decent debut when 2nd over 3600m at Compiegne on May 7th in a Class 3 hurdle. One to pay attention to with improvement expected
  34. LANCRAY – 5th on his only start over 3500m on March 8th in a hurdle race at this track. Others rate higher
  35. LOCQUIREC – Placed on both runs over hurdles, 4th on the latter over 3600m in a Class 2 race at this track on May 17th. Has work ahead to feature
  36. LURON D’OUDAIRIES – Showed talent when 6th on his debut at Auteuil over 3500m in a Class 3 hurdle on May 31st. Among the leading each way chances
  37. LEWIS DU SEUIL – 8th on the one run this year on September 5th in a Class 4 hurdle over 3600m. Placed last year on the flat and over hurdles in October. Best watched for the time being
  38. LILETTE – She won on debut at Aix Les Bains over 3800m in a Class 4 hurdle on July 1st and followed up with a 2nd at Dieppe in a Class 3 hurdle in August. Hard to discount
  39. ROSE DE LURCY – Unraced filly by Goliath Du Berlais, the dam never ran. Likely to need this run for experience unless the betting market says otherwise
    Summary: LISKARIA (2) could be the best option in this competitive Class 2 hurdle. He won by over two lengths at Auteuil in April after winning on debut at Senonnes on the flat in March. KRYPTONITE (4) ran a pleasing race when second on debut at Compiegne over hurdles in May and can only improve from that run. He can have a say in proceedings, as can LURON D’OUDAIRIES (7), who showed promise on debut in May and can improve from that. LILETTE (9) is also worth considering.
    SELECTIONS
    LISKARIA (2) – KRYPTONITE (4) – LURON D’OUDAIRIES (7) – LILETTE (9)
    C6 – PRIX PIERRE ET BERNARD CYPRES – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 – Hurdles – EUR € 51,000
  40. KIKEA DU MOU – Unplaced last time out over 3600m at Clairefontaine in a Class 4 hurdle on September 5th. Unlikely to trouble some of these
  41. KAFKAIENNE – Four placed runs of late over both codes, a win on the flat at Cluny in April over 2450m, and on the latest, she was a good 2nd at Moulins in a Class 4 hurdle on June 8th. Player
  42. LYCIE – 6th last time out, 2nd previously over 3500m at Auteuil on March 23rd in a Class 2 hurdle. One to keep onside
  43. LADY RAFFLES – 7th last time out, a win previously over 3500m in a Class 4 hurdle at Pau on January 10th. Competitive run expected
  44. LINOTTE D’AUBRELLE – She got off the mark over 3800m in a Class 3 hurdle on July 14th on her last run. This requires more progress to be involved
  45. LABELLE MANS – Fair 4th on her last run at Le Lion D’Angers on August 14th in a Class 3 hurdle. She might find a few too smart
  46. LEIKA – Recent success at Saint-Malo over 3900m in a Class 4 hurdle on August 1st. Outside place chance
  47. LASCA DE THAIX – Three unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that in a Class 2 hurdle at Compiegne in a Class 2 race on March 4th. Top three contender
  48. LILI BALL – Fair 3rd over 3500m in a Class 2 hurdle on March 23rd at this track last time out. Can make the top three
  49. L’ALEXIA – Unraced by Doctor Dino, the dam won 4 races over jumps and was Listed placed over fences. Stable runners warrant respect on debut. Watch the betting patterns for clues
  50. LOVELY JAP – 3rd on the flat over 3100m at Niort on May 25th on her last run. Bred to jump and is best watched on her second run over hurdles
  51. LOVELY LOUED – She won on the flat over 2400m at La -Roche-Posay on June 15th last time out. Hurdles debut and faces a stiff task
    Summary: LADY RAFFLES (4) was a tad below par on her last run in March at Auteuil, but a win before that in January at Pau was a much better performance. She can score from KAFKAIENNE (2), who has been placed on her last two starts over hurdles. The most recent over 3800m in June at Moulins. L’ALEXIA (10) has a taking pedigree and is one to watch out for in the betting exchanges. LYCIE (3) makes up the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    LADY RAFFLES (4) – KAFKAIENNE (2) – L’ALEXIA (10) – LYCIE (3)
    C7 – PRIX HENRI GLEIZES – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 55,000
  52. SAISHO – 4th last time out in June, two wins before that, the latter over 3450m at Compiegne on May 14th in a Class 3 chase. Place contender
  53. LUCKY D’OLVA – Two unplaced runs of late, a win before that over 3900m at Pau in a chase on January 14th. Look for an alternative
  54. LA VANILLE – 4th on her last run over 3700m at Clairefontaine in a handicap chase on August 11th. She might find this challenging
  55. LOLA DES MOTTES – Unplaced last time, a win previously over 3400m in a Class 3 chase at La-Roche-Posay on May 18th. Player
  56. LOVELY DINO – Won last time out over 4100m at Lyon Parilly on May 29th in a Class 2 chase by 7L. Hard to ignore
  57. BEST OF US – Unplaced last time out, 2nd previously over 3500m at Auteuil on March 23rd in a Class 3 chase. Others seem better equipped
  58. WELLS PARK – Three unplaced runs of late, 6th over fences at Auteuil in a Grade 3 chase over 4400m on May 31st last time out. Has work to do
  59. HANI BAL – Placed on the last two runs, 3rd over 4400m at this track in a Class 3 chase on May 27th. One to pay attention to
  60. MUSIQUE MAESTRO – Nice effort at Auteuil to be 2nd over 3900m in the Prix Alain Du Breil- Course De Printemps Des Quatre (Grade 1) Hurdle on May 18th. Solid claims of success on chase bow
  61. COEUR D’AMOUR – Two wins of late, the latest a Grade 3 hurdle at Compiegne on November 29th over 3400m. Key chance on chase debut
  62. LEADER SPORT – 7th last time, two wins before that, the latter over 3600m in a Class 2 hurdle at Auteuil on April 10th. In the mix
    Summary: MUSIQUE MAESTRO (9) was an excellent second in the Grade 1 Prix Alain du Breil – Course de Printemps des Quatre at this track in May. A repeat of that effort should make him hard to beat on his chase debut. COEUR D’AMOUR (10) arrives with strong form, having won his last two races over hurdles, including a Grade 3 at Compiègne in November. He should take well to fences. LEADER SPORT (11) won twice over hurdles, including a Class 2 race, and warrants respect. LOLA DES MOTTES (4) heads the rest.
    SELECTIONS
    MUSIQUE MAESTRO (9) – COEUR D’AMOUR (10) – LEADER SPORT (11) – LOLA DES MOTTES (4)
    C8 – PRIX DE L’ORLEANAIS – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 – Hurdles – EUR € 51,000
  63. FOLLY FOOT – Unplaced last time out, 3rd previously over 4400m at Dieppe on June 28th in a Listed chase. Opposable
  64. ROSARIO BARON – Top-class performer, he won the Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris (Grade 1) in 2023. Two wins in the Spring, the latter over 4700m in a Grade 3 chase at Auteuil on April 10th. Leading contender back over hurdles
  65. GENERAL EN CHEF – Nice win over 3800m at Compiegne in a Class 1 hurdle on March 24th last time out. Grade 3 chase winner in 2024 and can not be ignored
  66. OKKIDO – Ran well to be 3rd over 3800m in a Class 1 hurdle at Compiegne on March 24th behind GENERAL EN CHEF (3). Ought to be thereabouts
  67. EL PEDRO – 5th last time out, a win before that over 4300m in a Class 1 chase at Nantes on May 5th. Can be opposed
  68. QUEL TYRAN – 3rd on the one run over 3600m at Auteuil on September 10th in a hurdle race. Tough task against some useful rivals
  69. IRADIUS – Unplaced last time out, 3rd previously over 4400m at Auteuil on March 23rd in a Listed chase. Merits consideration
  70. HURRICK DES OBEAUX – Two unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 3800m at Compiegne on April 7th. Unlikely to trouble the principles
  71. FILE AU POTEAU – Unplaced last time out, 4th before that over 3900m in a Class 2 chase at Dieppe on June 4th. Place contender
  72. EDEN BLEU – 7th on the one run in April 2023 over 4400m in a Listed chase at Auteuil. Prolonged absence to deal with and is best avoided
  73. KOLOKICO – Classy gelding, 2nd over 6000m in the Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris (Grade 1) in 2025 at Auteuil in May. He can make his presence felt
  74. KELTIMI DE RUILLE – 4th on her last start over 3600m at Clairefontaine on July 28th in a Class 3 hurdle. Hard to recommend
    Summary: Top-class performer ROSARIO BARON (2), winner of the Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris (Grade 1) in 2023, won a Grade 3 chase in April at Auteuil and should prove too smart for his rivals now switching back to hurdles. KOLOKICO (11), runner-up in this year’s Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris at this track in May, looks the main danger and can feature. GENERAL EN CHEF (3) landed a Class 1 hurdle at Compiègne in March and can be involved again. OKKIDO (4), third in that same race, heads the rest.
    SELECTIONS
    ROSARIO BARON (2) – KOLOKICO (11) – GENERAL EN CHEF (3) – OKKIDO (4)
    R4 LE CROISE-LAROCHE [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DU TOUQUET – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,400

  1. LAMENTO – Did not show his best when 8th in a claimer at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m on 3 September. Very consistent before that and can make the frame
  2. DORIANELLO – Showed some improvement when a runner-up in a claimer at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m on 3 September. Can go one better
  3. SWEET MASTER – Has shown improvement of late and was victorious in claimer at Le Touquet over 2700m on 17 August. Better that distance and others make more appeal
  4. ZANONA – Showed what she is capable of with a win in a Conditions race at Ostend over 1600m on 25 August. Tackles stronger this time and others are preferred
  5. TIGER KING – In good shape and finished fourth in a handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 1 September. Can get involved with the finish once again
  6. TOLLEVAST – Showed improvement when third in a handicap at La Teste-de-Buch over 2000m on 20 August. Might play a minor role
  7. COGOLIN – Only modest of late and finished 7th in a handicap at Deauville over 2000m on 19 August. Did better earlier this year and is not out of it
  8. JOAO – Has been in good form this year and was not disgraced when 5th in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 10 August. Capable of an upset back on the grass
  9. MOUDA – Disappointing form this year and was 13th in a handicap at Craon over 1600m on 6 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  10. L’ENNEMI – Yet to win a race and finished 12th in a handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 30 August. Capable of better but others are preferred
  11. ON Y VA – Has struggled all year and was unplaced last time in a handicap at Deauville over 10 August. Needs major improvement to win
  12. BEAUTIFOAL – Not reliable but she was not disgraced when 5th in a handicap at Craon over 1600m on 6 September. A good winner of her penultimate start and can bounce back to score
  13. TARNAC – Holding form and finished fourth in a handicap at Chantilly over 1800m on 5 September. Be right there at the finish
  14. NOBLE ANGEL – Has some fair form and was 5th in a handicap at Craon over 2200m on 6 September. Has a place chance in this line-up
    Summary: A very competitive handicap to open the card. BEAUTIFOAL (12) did well to finish fifth last time out and has made the long trip for this race, so gets the vote to score. TIGER KING (5) is not well drawn but has won over this track and trip, and will be a threat. DORIANELLO (2) is at his best on grass and can contest the finish. COGOLIN (7) won this race last year and is capable of beating these rivals.
    SELECTIONS
    BEAUTIFOAL (12) – TIGER KING (5) – DORIANELLO (2) – COGOLIN (7)
    C2 – PRIX DE BONDUES – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 11,500
  15. GOLDEN ALQA – Not disgraced when 5th in a handicap at Salon-de-Provence over 1800m on 13 September. Has already won twice in this division this year and has claims
  16. COME ALONE – Not disgraced when 5th in a claimer at Chantilly over 1600m on 1 September. Capable of improvement and should make the frame
  17. MODERN SPIRIT – Finished 5th in a claimer at Vichy over 1400m on 20 August. Capable of improvement and is not out of it
  18. LORD ASCOT – Finished 6th at Vittel over 2400m on 15 August. Capable of improvement but others make more appeal in this line-up
  19. MR HARPAGON – Has not shown much yet and finished 8th in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 28 August. Capable of improvement first time in a claimer
  20. DUCKSFLYTOGETHER – Has struggled in all three starts and was 12th in a Conditions race Le Touquest over 1300m on 1300m on 27 July. Needs to find a few lengths
  21. EASILY CONVINCED – Kept to the PSF so far and finished tenth in a claimer at Deauville over 1300m on 21 August. Capable of improvement trying the grass
  22. MAGIC TOPISSIMA – Has struggled of late and was 9th in a claimer at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 July. Needs major improvement to win
  23. IFFROCTA FAL – Has struggled in two handicaps of late and was 9th, at La Teste-de-Buch over 1800m on 5 August. Can bounce back to win in this division
  24. RUE HELENE – Not reliable and finished 5th in this division at Vichy over 1850m on7 August. Has won twice in this division this year and must be respected for that
  25. MON BLACK DU LIVET – Knocking at the door and was runner-up in a Conditions race at Sablé-sur-Sarthe over 1650m on 31 August. Has a place chance in this line-up
  26. BLUE VELVET – A three-year-old filly by Xi out of California Blue who is making her debut. Dam never raced. Watch the betting
  27. MIAIMAOU – Yet to win a race and finished 7th in a claimer at Le Touquet over 2100m on 17 August. Needs to do more to win this race
  28. INHEBHAA – Has shown very little so far and was 11th in a claimer at Chantilly over 1600m on 1 September. Needs major improvement to win
    Summary: If the official ratings are correct, then IFFROCTA FAL (9) is clearly the one to beat dropped into a claimer, although she has not been at her best of late. GOLDEN ALQA (1) is proven in this division and should be right there at the finish once again. MODERN SPIRIT (3) has yet to win a race but was not disgraced in his first claimer and should do much better this time around. COME ALONE (2) is also capable of improvement and must be considered.
    SELECTIONS
    IFFROCTA FAL (9) – GOLDEN ALQA (1) – MODERN SPIRIT (3) – COME ALONE (2)
    C3 – PRIX DE PORNICHET – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 11,500
  29. QUEEN’S ANGEL – Unreliable but was victorious at Ostende over 1800m on 15 August. Hard to trust and this does look a tougher race
  30. HUNTER VALLEY – Very consistent of late and was runner-up in a conditions race at Ostende over 1600m on 25 August. Has a place chance in this line-up
  31. AMOUAGE – Only modest of late and finished 9th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 1 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  32. COMTESSE VERA – Did not show her best when 8th in a handicap at Le Touquet over 2100m on 17 August. Might play a minor role at very best
  33. L’ELU DE SADDLE – Unreliable and was 6th in a handicap at Ostende over 1600m on 18 August. Yet to win a race and needs to do more to beat these rivals
  34. PEARL HARBOUR – In good shape and was 3rd in a handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 1 September. Be right there at the finish
  35. PALETUVIER – Has struggled of late and was 16th in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 10 August. Hard to trust and others make more appeal
  36. LE CHAT BOTTE – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a handicap at Compiegne over 1600m on 9 June. Quite capable of making the frame
  37. ANTICO – Has struggled all year and was 12th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 15 September. On a long losing streak and is best watched for now
  38. SUBLIME CHOPE – On a very long losing run and finished 9th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1900m on 11 September. Could earn some minor money
  39. WHATEVER IT COSTS – Battling to regain form and was 14th in a handicap at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 1600m on 11 July. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  40. PRINCEDESCHAMPS – Showed improvement when 3rd in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 26 August. Has claims in this line-up
  41. EVER READY – Showed improvement when 3rd in a handicap at Craon over 2200m on 6 September. Liked the grass and can contest the finish
    Summary: A very weak-looking race and anything is possible. PRINCEDESCHAMPS (12) showed improvement on the PSF last time out and can win this, but he will need to prove he is as effective on grass. EVER READY (13) also showed improvement and has been supplemented for this race, so is a lively danger. PEARL HARBOUR (6) remains in good form and would not be a surprise winner. LE CHAT BOTTE (8) has some fair recent form and can also get involved at the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    PRINCEDESCHAMPS (12) – EVER READY (13) – PEARL HARBOUR (6) – LE CHAT BOTTE (8)
    C4 – PRIX WWW.CROISE-LAROCHE.FR – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 12,500
  42. GOLDEN BEACH – Has lost his way of late and was 12th in a handicap at Le Mans over 1400m on 12 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  43. ROMANELLO – Very consistent and was runner-up in this division at Salon-de-Provence over 1800m on 13 September. Can go one better
  44. CARLSTON – Has struggled of late and was 11th in a claimer at ParisLongchamp over 2000m on 12 June. Capable of better and is not out of it
  45. RIYAK – Did not show his best when 9th in a claimer at ParisLongchamp over 2000m on 3 July. Clearly capable of better and has claims
  46. INATTENDU – Disappointing form of late and was 13th in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 2 September. Capable of better and has a place chance
  47. PIERRE PREMIER – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a claimer at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 2 September. Could be the surprise package of the race
  48. LIDISBARN – Has struggled of late and was 14th in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 2 September. Capable of being a threat in this division
  49. MANOIR – Did not show his best when tenth in a handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 1 September. Better judged on his good penultimate start and can be competitive
  50. FINE ANYWAY – Has only been moderate of late and finished 8th in a claimer at ParisLongchamp over 2400m on 14 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  51. BEJAR – Unreliable and was 13th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 1 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
    Summary: ROMANELLO (2) has been good without winning of late and can go one better after a runner-up effort at Salon-de-Provence earlier this month. RIYAK (4) is better judged on some good performances earlier this year and should be a threat over this track and trip. CARLSTON (3) has been a disappointment of late but is not out of it. MANOIR (8) is clearly better than his last run and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    ROMANELLO (2) – RIYAK (4) – CARLSTON (3) – MANOIR (8)
    C5 – PRIX DE CYSOING – 1100m (a5f1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
  52. WESTI CHOPE – Only moderate of late and was 8th in a handicap at Deauville over 1500m on 30 August. Victorious in February but others are preferred
  53. EAGLE GATE – Only modest of late and was 6th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1300m on 24 April. Capable of better and would not be a surprise winner
  54. VALENTIA ISLAND – Finished 12th in a handicap at La Teste-de-Buch over 1400m on 27 July. Victorious in May at this course and can bounce back to score
  55. STUNNING HERO – In good form and finished 4th in a handicap at Deauville over 1000m on 23 August. Yet to win a race but should be very competitive in this line-up
  56. AUDELADESETOILES – Unreliable but was 3rd in a handicap at Deauville over 1000m on 23 August. Victorious in March and is clearly not out of it
  57. KEY TO VICTORY – Only modest of late and was 6th in a conditions race at Chantilly over 1400m on 20 June. Probably better on the PSF but can earn some money
  58. REUX – Unreliable and was 5th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 12 September. Victorious in May and can do better. Place chance
  59. YAKFEEK – Only modest of late and was 8th in a handicap at Deauville over 1000m on 23 August. Has yet to be victorious and others make more appeal
  60. BEST FIRE – Unreliable and was 5th in a handicap at Deauville over 1000m on 23 August. Needs to do a biit more to win this race
  61. PEGGIES REVENGE – Has not shown much so far and was 6th in a handicap at Deauville over 1000m on 23 August. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  62. WILD MOOR – Unreliable and was 3rd in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 19 August. Has shown improvement and could be the surprise package of the race
  63. WHYWHYWHY DELILAH – Only modest of late and was 6th in a claimer at Vichy over 1850m on 7 August. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  64. GUALTALLARY – Has not shown much so far and was 6th in a handicap at Compiegne over 2000m on 24 July. Needs to find a few lengths to win
    Summary: VALENTIA ISLAND (3) was a good winner of a Conditions race over this track and trip in May. She has struggled in handicaps since then but can bounce back if repeating that level of form. STUNNING HERO (4) is in good form and looks ready to get back to winning ways. AUDELADESETOILES (5) is not the most reliable but ran well in a handicap at Deauville last month and could be a lively danger. EAGLE GATE (2) has been disappointing of late but produced some nice efforts earlier this year.
    SELECTIONS
    VALENTIA ISLAND (3) – STUNNING HERO (4) – AUDELADESETOILES (5) – EAGLE GATE (2)
    C6 – PRIX D’AMIENS – 1100m (a5f1/2) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 14,400
  65. SAHMAT – Not disgraced when fourth in a Conditions race at Krenfeld over 1400m on 17 August. Could earn some more money
  66. EPI – Has some fair form and was fourth in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1100m on 26 August. Be right there at the finish
  67. ST GERMAIN – Showed some improvement when 5th in a Conditions race at Strasbourg over 1400m on 14 September. Capable of an upset
  68. BALTA – Did not show his best when 9th in a claimer at Chantilly over 1300m on 5 September. Capable of making the frame
  69. AVENUE CHOPE – Has struggled so far and was 8th in a claimer at Nantes over 1400m on 17 June. Needs major improvement to win
  70. ANESIDORA – A bit of a disappointment of late and finished 5th in a claimer at Moulins over 1000m on 25 August. Might play a minor role
  71. BAKI CHOPE – A runner-up in three of her four starts, the latest in a claimer at Chantilly over 1300m on 5 September. Big chance in this line-up
  72. HAYANDEE – Has improved of late and was a winner of a claimer at Moulins over 1000m on 25 August. Can follow up
  73. AVEC DES SI – Has not shown much in two starts and was 6th in a claimer at Chantilly over 1600m on 5 September. More is needed to win
  74. EL TORO GRIS – Much improved last run when runner-up in this division at Moulins over 1000m on 25 August. Can be a threat in this line-up
    Summary: BAKI CHOPE (7) has been a bit unlucky not to have won yet, with some good runner-up performances. She gets blinkers this time and can go one better. HAYANDEE (8) had a couple of these rivals behind her when scoring at Moulins and should be a threat. EL TORO GRIS (10) showed improvement when runner-up to HAYANDEE (8) and is capable of further progress. EPI (2) was a well-beaten fourth at Deauville last time but can challenge for top honours on his first start in a claimer.
    SELECTIONS
    BAKI CHOPE (7) – HAYANDEE (8) – EL TORO GRIS (10) – EPI (2)
    C7 – PRIX DE LILLE – 1100m (a5f1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 12,500
  75. PAPATEOU – Has struggled of late and was 14th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 7 September. Did win two handicaps earlier this year and is not out of it
  76. EXCALIBUR – Not reliable and finished 11th in a handicap at Deauville over 1000m on 30 August. Capable of contesting the finish when in the right mood
  77. KOUTSOUNAKOS – Has improved of late and was victorious in this division at Chantilly over 800m on 5 September. Can double up
  78. TOLLARD ROYAL – Unreliable and was 12th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 7 September. Might prefer the PSF and others are preferred
  79. JESS LIVERMORE – Unreliable but was a good third in a Conditions race at Baden-Baden over 1600m on 31 August. Should be competitive in this line-up
  80. GIORGIANA – Unreliable and finished tenth in a handicap at Le Mans over 1400m on 12 September. Has won a claimer and is capable of an upset
  81. VALENTO – Has really struggled this year and was 16th in a handicap at Deauville over 1100m on 10 August. Did better last year and others make more appeal
  82. RUE MIA – Yet to win a race and was 7th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 4 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  83. CLAIM THE STARS – Disappointing recent form and finished tenth in a handicap at Chantilly over 1100m on 1 September. Capable of doing better and has a place chance
  84. WRONG COLOUR – Has only been modest of late and was 6th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1100m on 1 September. More is needed to win this race
  85. FUCHSIA – Only modest of late and was 8th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1100m on 1 September. Can break a long losing run
    Summary: KOUTSOUNAKOS (3) is in good form and won nicely at Chantilly in this division. He likes this track and can follow up. EXCALIBUR (2) is unreliable but can be a danger to these rivals when in the right mood. JESS LIVERMORE (5) has yet to win but ran well at Baden-Baden and could be ready to score. FUCHSIA (11) is also unreliable but is a threat at this level.
    SELECTIONS
    KOUTSOUNAKOS (3) – EXCALIBUR (2) – JESS LIVERMORE (5) – FUCHSIA (11)
    C8 – PRIX DE PAU – 2500m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 11,900
  86. HUNKY DORY – Has lost his way and was 11th in handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 10 August. Needs major improvement to win
  87. SUN PROJECT – Has shown improvement of late and was third in a Conditions race at Angers ver 2300m on 11 September. Can get involved with the finish once again
  88. CONQUER ALL – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a Conditions race at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 2400m on 22 August. Capable of improvement and has a place chance
  89. DSCHINGIS HEIGHTS – Very consistent of late and was third in a handicap at Angers over 3150m on 11 September. Can contest the finish
  90. ALSEBARAN – Holding form and finished third in a handicap at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 2400m on 25 August. Be right there at the finish
  91. SOURCE YVETTE – In good shape and finished third in a Conditions race at Montignac over 2600m on 21 August. Can be competitive once again
  92. LA CRACK PRECIEUSE – Showed improvement when runner-up in a Conditions race at Angers over 2300m on 11 September. Can go one better
  93. PUERTA DEL SOL – Unreliable but did run third at Mons over 2300m on 12 September. Tackles tougher and others are preferred
  94. COMPOSITION – Has not shown much so far and finished 7th in a handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 30 August. More is needed to beat these rivals
  95. EMBIEZ – Did not show her best when 8th in a Conditions race at Compiegne over 2800m on 29 July. Capable of better and could make the frame
    Summary: A very open lucky last race, and only a few can be ruled out of winning. ALSEBARAN (5) has been in good form and is overdue a first victory, so he gets the narrow vote to score. DSCHINGIS HEIGHTS (4) drops in distance but is very consistent and should be a threat. SUN PROJECT (2) remains in good shape and would not be a surprise winner. EMBIEZ (10) is better than her last run suggests and is not out of it.
    SELECTIONS – ALSEBARAN (5) – DSCHINGIS HEIGHTS (4) – SUN PROJECT (2) – EMBIEZ (10)

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