French Selections Saturday 20th

R1 CHANTILLY [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE VILLEBON – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Newcomers – Flat – EUR € 45,700

ZARFAL – Dam won twice over 1800m and this colt gets the services of Christophe Soumillon which catches the eye. Monitor the market
MIA LOT – Dam remained a maiden after four starts and this newcomer doesn’t appear to be a likely type on paper. Others make more appeal
SCHWANGAU – Dam was a maiden who raced in feature company but this colt is more than likely to need the run on debut. Others inspire more confidence
GOLDEN MAZEL – Dam won three times from 1800m – 2200m and this colt may just need a run or two before being ready to put his best foot forward. One to pass by
ROI DE LA LIBERTE – Dam won five times from 1600m – 2400m and that included two wins each at Listed and Group 3 level. Trainer is operating at a 21.5% win strike rate
BLANC CARAT – Dam won nine times but this colt comes from a yard that aren’t known for debut winners. Would be a surprise winner
WATERFALL BLUES – Dam won once over 1600m in Germany and this colt represents a yard that aren’t shy to ready them up on debut. Trainer is currently going at 11% winners to runners
FREEZE THE MOMENT – Dam won on debut over 1200m and was sent to stud there after. One to watch on debut especially if the market speaks volumes
MUTANT KING – Dam won four times from 1800m – 2400m which included three wins at Group 3 level. This colt hails from a strong yard and should go close
WOOTTON CENTURION – Dam was unraced and there’s no siblings to compare this one with. Son of Wootton Basset who could earn
Summary: MUTANT KING (9) is a nicely bred son of Kingman who steps out over an ideal trip on debut. He represents strong connections and will more than likely know the job on debut. ROI DE LA LIBERTE (5) gets the services of leading rider Christian Demuro and is also a son of Kingman who will be forward on debut and can produce a strong performance. WATERFALL BLUES (7) could ultimately be wanting more ground but this is a nice starting point and he can earn first up. FREEZE THE MOMENT (8) is from a yard that have had success with 2yos and this colt is one of interest.
SELECTIONS
MUTANT KING (9) – ROI DE LA LIBERTE (5) – WATERFALL BLUES (7) – FREEZE THE MOMENT (8)
C2 – PRIX ECLIPSE – FONDS EUROPEEN DE L’ELEVAGE – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Gr3 – Flat – EUR € 73,200
ULYMINE – Facile winner over 1200m at Deauville in a Class 2 on the 28th of August 2025. Include in all bets
SAMANGAN – Winner over 1100m at Deauville in a maiden on the 26th of August 2025. Plenty scope for improvement and can feature
GRAFT – Solid run in 4th over 1000m at Parislongchamp in a Group 3 on the 31st of August 2025. Big runner
NO REMORSE – Runner up behind a reopposing sort over 1100m at Deauville in a maiden on the 26th of August 2025. Held on form
WOR FAAYTH – Not disgraced in 8th over 1200m at York in the Group 2 Sky Bet Lowther Stakes on the 21st of August 2025. Can surprise in this company
DAISY DAISY – Winner over 1100m at Deauville on the 26th of August 2025. Work cut out to feature at this level
CERAMIC – Finished 4th over 1400m at Deauville in a Group 2 on the 24th of August 2025. Should run well here
ROYAL BAY CEN – Finished 4th over 1400m at Deauville in a Group 3 on the 3rd of August 2025. Place chance here
Summary: GRAFT (3) has solid form to his name and wasn’t far off the action at his latest outing. He is drawn right down the middle here and should run a bold race. SAMANGAN (2) was only a maiden winner last time out and meets a lot stronger but could be up to the task at hand. He represents a powerful combination and can make his presence felt. ULYMINE (1) won as he liked at his latest outing and could take that next step in his stride. CERAMIC (7) ran a pleasing race in defeat and shouldn’t be discounted in this competitive event.
SELECTIONS
GRAFT (3) – SAMANGAN (2) – ULYMINE (1) – CERAMIC (7)
C3 – PRIX DE TOUTEVOIE – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Newcomers – Flat – EUR € 45,700
SENTOSA – Dam won twice over 1900m/2100m and this newcomer doesn’t make much appeal in black and white. Others preferred
BAYRAMOVA – Dam was a one time winner and this filly is more than likely going to need a few runs. Others inspire more confidence
ZAYIDA – Dam won twice over 2000m from a few starts which included a win at Listed level and this well-bred daughter of Frankel makes plenty of appeal on debut. Massive winning chance
DAWN ECLIPSE – Dam won three times over 2100m/2200m which included a Group 1 win. This filly ticks a lot of boxes on debut. Trainer is currently operating at a 17% win strike rate
WALMORYA – Dam was a debut winner over 2000m but this daughter of Waldgeist will need to be rather useful to feature. Others preferred
ECIJA – Dam won three races from 1600m – 2100m which included a Group 2 and 3. Yard aren’t known for getting them ready first up
BIHOTZ BASC – Dam won four times from 2400m – 2600m but this newcomer will more than likely be outpaced and very green on debut. Hard to make a case for
JOUR DE COEUR – Dam registered three wins but this filly doesn’t spark much interest on debut. Yard aren’t known for debut winners
RUBIA QUEEN – Dam was unraced but this filly is a full sister to Understated who won three times over 2000m and was tested at feature race level. Trainer is operating at a 11% win strike rate
EVITA – Dam was unraced but there is a bit of speed and stamina in her pedigree and she should have no issues with the trip first up. Booking of Christophe Soumillon catches the eye
WOOTTON DANCER – Dam was unraced and there’s no sibling to use as a yardstick with regards to her pedigree. One for minor spots at best
KOZLOVSKHA – Dam won twice over 1200m/1300m and this filly may just need the experience first up. Follow the market
PROXIMA DU CENTAUR – Dam won twice over 2000m and this nicely bred filly is one that could be forward enough on debut. Yard is going at a 21.5% win strike rate this year
LOVE MY LIFE – Dam won once over 2400 but this filly appears to be the second elect from the yard. One to pass by
AMIE AMOUR – Dam raced once for a second placed effort in a Group 3 in Sweden. Hard to fancy first up
KYTHIRA – Dam notched up five wins from 1200 – 1400m which included three Group 3’s and one Group 1. Yard can get them ready on debut
Summary: ZAYIDA (3) is a well related filly who could hit the ground running. She hails from a prolific yard and makes a lot of appeal on debut. She could turn out to be the right horse here. DAWN ECLIPSE (4) is a daughter of booming sire Wootton Bassett and she appears to be one that could be quite forward on debut. KYTHIRA (16) represents a combination that know what it takes to get them firing on debut and this filly is most likely going to know the task at hand first up. EVITA (10) gets the services of a top jockey who is fresh of Group success last weekend and she could be ready to produce a pleasing run.
SELECTIONS
ZAYIDA (3) – DAWN ECLIPSE (4) – KYTHIRA (16) – EVITA (10)
C4 – PRIX DU CABINET DES LIVRES – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Class 2 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 50,900
FELICIA – Not seen in the best light when in 11th over 1600m at Deauville in a Class 1 divided handicap on the 10th of August 2025. Prior form inspire confidence
MAJOR OAK – Poor display in 13th over 1200m at Deauville in a Class 1 divided handicap on the 16th of August 2025. Can surprise on penultimate win
CIAO PA’ – Not seen to best effect in 8th over 1000m at Parislongchamp in a Group 3 on the 14th of September 2025. Can show up here
EGIATEGIA – Finished 9th over 1000m at Deauville in a Listed contest on the 10th of August 2025. Can run into the money on prior form
FORCHESTER – Winner over 1200m at Deauville in a Class 1 divided handicap on the 16th of August 2025. Big runner
TERRITORYWAR – Finished 5th over 1100m at Dieppe in a Class 2 on the 31st of July 2025. Outside place chance
TERTIUS – Runner up over 1200m at Deauville in a Class 1 divided handicap on the 16th of August 2025. Bright winning chance
WILD WEST – No type of run in 16th over 1200m at Chantilly in a Class 2 divided handicap on the 20th of July 2025. More needed on last three runs
TUDO BEM – Dismal run in 12th over 1000m at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap on the 30th of August 2025. Others make more appeal
FORZA CAPITANO – Finished 5th behind a couple of reopposing sorts over 1200m at Deauville in a Class 1 divided handicap on the 16th of August 2025. Could sneak into a minor spot
TALENTUOSO – Far from disgraced in 5th spot over 1400m at Parislongchamp in a Class 2 divided handicap on the 7th of September 2025. Include in the play
IMPITOYABLE – Moderate run in 6th spot over 1000m at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap on the 30th of August 2025. Would be a surprise winner
SCARFACE – Poor effort in 12th over 1500m at Deauville in a Class 2 divided handicap on the 21st of August 2025. Will battle here
LICHTSTERN – Finished 6th over 1400m at Parislongchamp in a divided handicap on the 4th of September 2025. More needed to threaten
BAILEYS BACHELOR – Finished close up in 7th over 1000m at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap on the 30th of August 2025. Can run into the money
SPIRIT D’OR – Finished a clear 4th over 1100m at Deauville in a Class 2 on the 26th of August 2025. Work cut out to play a role
Summary: TERTIUS (7) arrives in solid hard knocking form as he looks to go one better on his last two efforts. He comes in with a nice pull at the weights with a reopposing rival which should be good enough to see him reverse the form. TALENTUOSO (11) lost his way a bit but showed signs of life with a pleasing run last time out and with a repeat performance, he should have a say in the outcome. FORCHESTER (5) bounced back to winning ways with a hard fought win and with his confidence restored, he will be very effective once again despite being 3kgs worse off at the weights with the top choice. BAILEYS BACHELOR (15) hasn’t been too far off them and with a nice galloping weight, he should be a threat. CIAO PA’ (3) will appreciate the drop back in class and can find himself mounting a challenge against this lot.
SELECTIONS
TERTIUS (7) – TALENTUOSO (11) – FORCHESTER (5) – BAILEYS BACHELOR (15)
C5 – PRIX DES CHENES – FONDS EUROPEEN DE L’ELEVAGE – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Gr3 – Flat – EUR € 73,200
SYNARAN – Winner over 1400m at Chantilly in a maiden on the 24th of June 2025. Held on form but can earn
IKOTOFETSY – Held in 4th spot over 1200m at Deauville in a Group 3 on the 3rd of August 2025. Could outrun the odds
SEGALL – Facile winner over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in a maiden on the 3rd of June 2025. Open to any amount of improvement
OCEANS FOUR – Finished 3rd over 1400m at Sandown in a Group 3 on the 30th of August 2025. Should run a big race
ROCHFORTBRIDGE – Finished 4th over 1400m at York in a Group 3 on the 20th of August 2025. UK raider with upset potential
CANALEJAS – Runner up over 1500m at Deauville in a Class 2 on the 5th of August 2025. Others make more appeal
ELASTIC – Won with a bit in hand over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in a maiden on the 2nd of September 2025. Can run very well
Summary: SEGALL (3) won doing cart wheels on debut and he appears to be a rather smart sort in the making. This will be a good test but he could be too good for this lot. ELASTIC (7) progressed from one run to the next and did it in good style last time. He will be in the shake up. OCEANS FOUR (4) ran a pleasing race in defeat against some nice sorts in the UK and may end up being the biggest threat to the top choice. SYNARAN (1) was well beaten by the top pick on debut but won a solid race last time out and can run into the money.
SELECTIONS
SEGALL (3) – ELASTIC (7) – OCEANS FOUR (4) – SYNARAN (1)
C6 – PRIX TILBURY – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 24,700
OLYMPIC MESSAGE – A winner in a Class 2 Handicap over 1600m at Deauville on the 9th of August 2025. Hard to recommend with confidence
MERKUR – Credible effort finishing 5th in a Group III over 1800m at Dortmund on the 22nd of June 2025. Bold winning chance if the run is not needed
HYPERCORE – A winner in a Class 3 Conditional over 1700m at Chantilly on the 5th of September 2025. Good place chance
QUASAR – Hearty 3rd in a Class 1 Conditional over 1400m at Deauville on the 24th of August 2025. Others preferred
WILL SCARLET – Trying 6th in a Class 2 Conditional over 2000m at Compiegne on the 9th of June 2025. Minor each way shout
CENTRAL PARK WEST – Finished 4th in a Class 3 Conditional over 1700m at Chantilly on the 5th of September 2025. Others weigh more attraction
ROCK BLANC – Finished 5th in a Class 3 Conditional over 1700m at Chantilly on the 5th of September 2025. One for all exotic plays
RIKA DE LA VIS – Discouraging 11th in a Class 2 Handicap over 2400m at Clairefontaine on the 18th of August 2025. Others make more appeal
RODAINAH – Finished 10th in a Listed over 2400m at Clairefontaine on the 2nd of August 2025. One for the larger backend of quartets
Summary: MERKUR (2) brings consistent Group and Listed form into this contest. He last won a race almost a year ago and meets the right division where he can boost his confidence and regain winning ways. WILL SCARLET (5) is a honest candidate and is hardly out the money. He looks to have the ability to disrupt the winning podium position. HYPERCORE (3) was a winner last time out and will strongly be involved in the shakeup. ROCK BLAC (7) completes the mix.
SELECTIONS
MERKUR (2) – WILL SCARLET (5) – HYPERCORE (3) – ROCK BLANC (7)
C7 – PRIX BERTRAND DE TARRAGON – FONDS EUROPEEN DE L’ELEVAGE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Gr3 – Flat – EUR € 73,200
ZABEEL LIGHT – Pleasing 2nd in a Listed over 1600m at Parislongchamp on the 31st of August 2025. Include in all exotic plays
IRADIE – Visited German surfaces last time when finishing 4th in a Listed over 1800m at Baden-Baden. Others preferred
WALDORA – Finished 8th in a Listed over 2400m at Chantilly on the 15th of June 2025. Returns after a small break and may need it
RIYABOVKA – Finished 4th in a Listed over 1600m at Parislongchamp on the 31st of August 2025. Include in larger perms
ROYAL DRESS – Hearty 8th in a Group I over 2000m at Deauville on the 24th of August 2025. Include in all plays
MME JOURDAIN – Finished 7th in a Listed over 2100m at Chantilly on the 20th of July 2025. Hard to recommend with confidence
EUBOA – Finished 3rd in a Listed over 2400m at Clairefontaine on the 2nd of August 2025. Harder opposition to oppose this time
ZUNA – Hard 12th in a Listed over 2100m at Chantilly on the 20th of July 2025. One to respectfully pass by
AL UQDA – Was not disgraced finishing 7th in a Group III over 2000m at Deauville on the 3rd of August 2025. Can hold a podium position
ILDA ROSA – Encouraging 3rd in a Listed over 1900m at La Teste-Bassin Arcachon on the 29th of August 2025. One for the backend of quartets
AMERICAN GAL – Trying 7th in a Group III over 1600m at Sandown on the 30th of August 2025. Unlucky in last run but expected to bounce back
MQSE DES NYMPHES – A winner in a maiden over 2000m at Deauville on the 28th of August 2025. Others weigh more attraction
RELAXX – Good 2nd in a Group III over 1600m at Deauville on the 16th of August 2025. Strong winning chance
PLACE FONTENOY – Decent 2nd in a Listed over 1900m at La Teste-Bassin Arcachon on the 29th of August 2025. Include in all quartet plays
Summary: RELAXX (13) ran a cracking second last time out in a Group III and will make amends on her last start and go one more in snatching this Group III victory. AMERICAN GIRL (11) is lightly raced on French surfaces having two starts here with one victory in a Listed. She will provide a threatening performance to the top choice. ROYAL DRESS (5) took on a tough Group I when she made her French debut and now faces a division where she can be major competitive. AL UQDA (9) holds a good place chance.
SELECTIONS
RELAXX (13) – AMERICAN GAL (11) – ROYAL DRESS (5) – AL UQDA (9)
C8 – PRIX DU BOSQUET SAINT-ROMAIN – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 22,100
DSCHINGIS GALILEI – Finished 12th in a Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on the 2nd of September 2025. Hard to recommend with confidence
NORMANDY MAN – Supplemented Normandy Man can be forgiven 8th in a Class 2 Conditional over 1800m at Clairefontaine. Minor each way chance
FEVE – Met stronger when running 9th in a Listed over 1600m at La Teste-Bassin Arcachon on the 27th of July 2025. Can redeem herself
MY SECRET LIGHT – Finished 13th in his post maiden run over 200m at Saint-cloud in a Handicap. Larger exotic inclusion
SORENGO – Hard 7th in a maiden over 2000m at Deauville on the 28th of August 2025. Others make more appeal
MISS ANGEL – Tough 9th in a Handicap over 1600m at Deauville on the 19th of August 2025. Needs to polish up on form
PERIHELIO – Credible 2nd in a Claimer over 2000m at La Teste-Bassin Arcachon on the 6th of September 2025. Good winning chance
DAVALLIA – Supplemented Davallia finished 3rd in a Claimer over 1900m at Chantilly on the 5th of September 2025. Could sneak into backend of quartets
KUPKA – Finished 12th in a maiden over 1600m at Angers on the 11th of September 2025. Tough challenge at hand
LE TYCOON – Pleasing 3rd in a Handicap over 2500m at Croise-Laroche on the 198th of May 2025. Returns after 3 months and may need it
FADO – Finished 4th in a Claimer over 1900m at Chantilly on the 5th of September 2025. Others preferred
SILVER RHYME – Out of the mare Rime De Boitron who had 3 starts and did not feature much. This filly will need the experience
Summary: MISS ANGEL (6) can be forgiven for her last two starts and bumps up the right field where she can polish up on her current state. She must be given respect. PERIHELIO (7) produced a credible second last time out and a repetition of that run could see him electrifying at the finishing line. Supplemented Normandy Man (2) is lightly raced with eight starts and two wins. He looks well entered to make a big splash. FEVE (3) brings Listed form into the race and looks like the candidate that can spark up this field if they are not alert.
SELECTIONS
MISS ANGEL (6) – PERIHELIO (7) – NORMANDY MAN (2) – FEVE (3)
C9 – PRIX DE LA GALERIE DE LA PEINTURE – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 25,900
PAINTELLO – Tough 8th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1000m at Deauville on the 30th of August 2025. Place chance at best
TORPEN – Positive 2nd in a Class 3 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 7th of September 2025. Lively contender here
MARKUS – A winner in a Claimer over 1500m at Tarbes on the 30th of August 2025. Is met with a harder challenge at hand
AWJ – Difficult 9th in a Claimer over 1200m at Chantilly on the 15th of September 2025. Hard to recommend with confidence
ALPARSLAN – Finished 4th in a Conditional over 1000m at Baden Baden on the 31st of August 2025. Others preferred
SNOW GHOST – Has not been in the best shape of late when missing over 1400m in a Class 3 Handicap at Parislongchamp. One to pass by
ELUSIVE FOOT – Finished 9th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1500m at Deauville on the 21st of August 2025. Distance if short of his best trip
YOKEN – Finished 9th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 4th of September 2025. Others make more appeal
REGALIEN – Difficult 6th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 7th of September 2025. Tough task at hand
BACCHILIDE – Decent 3rd in a Class 3 Handicap over 1000m at Deauville on the 30th of August 2025. Bold winning chance
MICHELANGELO – Disappointing 5th in a Claimer over 800m at Chantilly on the 5th of September 2025. Others weigh more attraction
GOLDFIELD – Forgivable 10th in a Class 2 Handicap over 1200m at Deauville on the 16th of August 2025. Penultimate start makes him a big runner
CROWDFUNDING – Discouraging 13th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1600m at Chantilly on the 1st of September 2025. Others seem more intriguing
LA PAMPA – Tried her best finishing 6th in a Handicap over 1100m at Dieppe on the 22nd of July 2025. Could feature at the backend of quartets
KING ROBBE – Finished 6th in a Class 3 Claimer over 800m at Chantilly on the 5th of September 2025. One for the quartets
Summary: BACCHILIDDE (10) has been in fine shape in his last two starts when finishing third and looks poised to strike in this type of field. He has a good winning chance. GOLDFIELD (12) may hold erratic form of late but will certainly be involved in the thick of things. PAINTELLO (1) does seem to prefer the 1400m and will be a strong finisher over the 1200m in this straight course track. TORPEN (2) wraps up the mix.
SELECTIONS
BACCHILIDE (10) – GOLDFIELD (12) – PAINTELLO (1) – TORPEN (2)
C10 – PRIX DU ROI DES MANUSCRITS – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000
TIME SIGNATURE – Discouraging 10th in a Class 3 Claimer over 800m at Chantilly on the 5th of September 2025. Others preferred
PERLI CHOPE – Supplemented Perli Chope was a winner in a Class 4 Conditional over 1100m La Teste-Bassin Arcachon. Can disrupt the top four play
REVANCHE – Sweet 2nd in a Class 3 Claimer over 1100m at Deauville on the 23rd of August 2025. Lively threatening candidate
AVRILOMANOIR – Finished 7th in a Class 3 Claimer over 1100m at Deauville on the 23rd of August 2025. Hard to recommend with confidence
BID FOR CHESTER – Still a maiden contender finishing 3rd in a Class 3 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 4th of September 2025. Tough race ahead
ZAHARO – Enjoyed the 800m finishing 2nd in a Class 3 Claimer at Chantilly on the 5th of September 2025. Include in larger exotics
DROGO – Finished 9th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1000m at Deauville on the 30th of August 2025. Needs to show improvement on current form
LOUBEISIEN – Finished 7th in a Class 3 Claimer over 800m at Chantilly on the 5th of September 2025. Highly erratic form
LE CENTRAL – A winner in a Class 4 Conditional over 1400m at Deauville on the 28th of August 2025. Firm place chance
VICTORY SALUTE – Off form finishing 11th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 7th of September 2025. Others weigh more attraction
BABA SIM – Encouraging 4th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1000m at Deauville on the 30th of August 2025. Bold winning contentions
TREMBLANT – A firm winner in a Class 3 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 7th of September 2025. Positive each way shout
BOKEN – Not the best run finishing 9th in a Class 4 Conditional over 1600m at Parislongchamp on the 14th of September 2025. Others make more appeal
LES TROIS VALLEES – Hearty 3rd in a Class 3 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 7th of September. Lurker chance of finishing at the backend of quartets
RED IN SIGHT – Disappointing 14th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1600m at Deauville on the 17th of August 2025. Top choices are more fancied
Summary: BABA SIM (11) may not have the most sparkling form of late but is one to be known as a honest trier. He takes his place against a Class where he could rejuvenate his current form and finish closer than his last start. REVANCHE (3) delivered a sweet second last time out and is a lively threat that could cause havoc to the top choice. TREMBLANT (12) seems to enjoy the 1400m and although stepping back to the 1200m, we could see him running on strongly. LE CENTRAL (9) is no slouch and is another that must be given serious consideration.
SELECTIONS
BABA SIM (11) – REVANCHE (3) – TREMBLANT (12) – LE CENTRAL (9)
R2 LE LION D’ANGERS [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE CHAMBELLAY – 3700m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 – Hurdles – EUR € 24,000

SPECIALS ONE – Two 2nd placed runs so far, the latter over track/trip in a Class 3 hurdle on August 14th. Can be competitive
NOTHING EYE’S – Good 2nd on his only run over 3600m in a Class 4 hurdle at Clairefontaine on September 5th. Leading player with improvement expected
MIND OF LOVE – Credible 4th on both starts, the most recent over 3400m at Clairefontaine on August 27th on his second start. Merits strong consideration each way
CADELO – Fair 4th last time out at Moulins in May, and a win on debut over track and trip on April 6th in a Class 4 hurdle. Ought to be thereabouts
LOULOU D’ALENE – Three unplaced efforts so far on the flat, the latter over 2300m at Durtal on January 26th. Unlikely to be a threat
APERO SECRET – Two unplaced runs since a 3rd on the flat over 3100m at Corlay on July 14th. Hurdles debut and others preferred
LOOK AT ME NOW – 7th on the one run over hurdles this year,3500m in a Class 4 at Pau on January 10th. Flat winner last year over 2450m. Consider
LILI DE BERSY – Three promising runs on the flat, a win on debut in mid-March over 2950m at Machecoul, and two placed runs since, the latter when 4th at Nantes on May 5th. Hurdles debut and can be involved
LOUVE D’AINAY – 7th on her one run over 3600m in a Class 4 hurdle at Compiegne on April 7th. Has to make good progress to be involved
LOGUIVY SAPI – Unraced filly by Kap Rock, the dam never raced. From a respected trainer. Watch the betting patterns for clues
LATERANORE – 7th last time out over 3550m at Fontainebleau in a Class 4 hurdle on April 16th, 4th on debut over the same track/trip in late March. Can make the top-four
LYKORLANN – Two unplaced efforts on the flat, the most recent over 2500m at Molières on July 27th. Hurdling debut and might need this for experience
LAGGY STAR – She failed to complete the course on her debut at Saint-Malo on August 18th in a Class 3 hurdle. Look elsewhere
ZAUBA – Several unplaced runs on the flat and over hurdles, the latter over 1800m at Chantilly on the flat on September 5th in a Class 3 handicap. Pass over
Summary: NOTHING EYES (2) could be the best option in this Class 3 hurdle. He ran a promising debut second at Clairefontaine 15 days ago and can improve from that run. SPECIALS ONE (1) has solid placed form, with a second over track and trip in a Class 3 hurdle in mid-August when last seen. MIND OF LOVE (3) was a pleasing fourth at Clairefontaine late last month over hurdles and looks like a good option each way. CADELO (4) makes up the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
NOTHING EYE’S (2) – SPECIALS ONE (1) – MIND OF LOVE (3) – CADELO (4)
C2 – PRIX DE SAUTRE – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 12,000
ASIF ALI – Five placed runs of late, 3rd on his most recent over 1200m at Mont-De-Marsan on September 10th in a maiden race. Can get a deserved success
EXTRAVAGANZA – 5th on the latest start over 1800m in a claimer on August 22nd at Clairefontaine. She needs more to have a say in the finish
RETT LIKE – Two unplaced runs, the latter over 1600m in a maiden race at Clairefontaine on July 2nd. Unlikely to trouble some of these
BAILEYS HIGHFLYER – Unplaced on her one run over 1200m in a claimer at Deauville on August 14th. She has to show a good deal of improvement to feature
BEST SISTER – Two unplaced runs since a 3rd over 1600m in a claimer at Clairefontaine on July 26th. One to keep onside
CAPOUCHINE – Several unplaced runs in claiming races recently, the latter over 1800m on August 22nd. One to avoid
VANINA RUNAWAY – Two unplaced efforts of late, the latter in a maiden race at Craon on September 6th over 1650m. 2nd in a claimer at Senonnes on August 2nd over 1350m. In the mix
LAKE DREAM – 7th last time 14 days ago at Craon in a maiden race, 3rd previously over 1800m in a claimer on August 22nd. Enters calculations
NIKITA SMART – Well beaten on debut in a maiden race at Caron over 1650m on September 6th. Others look better equipped
Summary: ASIF ALI (1) has strong credentials and should be more than good enough to land this claiming race. He has been placed on his last five runs in maiden races. LAKE DREAM (8) could be the one that makes him work hard for the victory. She was a fair third in a claiming race at Clairefontaine late in August on her penultimate start. BEST SISTER (5) has placed form in this class of race and can make the frame. VANINA RUNAWAY (7) is also worth a mention.
SELECTIONS
ASIF ALI (1) – LAKE DREAM (8) – BEST SISTER (5) – VANINA RUNAWAY (7)
C3 – PRIX DU SALON DU CHEVAL D’ANGERS (PRIX E. ET L. DE TREDERN) – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 15,600
TALAKAN – Two 3rd placed runs this year, the latter over 1800m at Saint-Malo in a maiden race on August 29th. Leading contender
BEST OF – Placed 3rd on his two runs, the most recent over 2400m at Moulins on August 25th in a maiden event. Player each way
TRIOMPHE DES BOIS – Fair 3rd on debut at Beaupreau on August 23rd in a maiden race. Might find a few of these too smart for him
TORREADOR – Showed promise when 8th on his only run over 2400m at Clairefontaine on July 2nd in a conditions race. Ought to be in the shake-up
HERMETIC – 5th on debut at Compiegne on June 27th over 2800m in a maiden race. He can improve from that effort and make the top-three
LA FRENAYE – Placed on both of his runs, the latter when 4th over 2000m at Deauville in a maiden race on August 28th. She can not be ruled out
BELLE FLEUR – Two 3rd placed runs, the most recent at Redon over 2300m in a maiden race on September 7th. Others seem better equipped
BELLA D’ANJOU – Credible 3rd on her second start over 2500m at Saint-Malo on August 29th in a maiden race on August 29th. Opposable
LADY ACHILLIA – 4th on her last run over 2200m in a maiden race on August 18th at Clairefontaine. Can make her presence felt
ZEPHYR SONG – Unraced filly by Al Wukair, the dam won 3 races. Likely to improve for this debut run and is best watched in the betting for clues
Summary: TALAKAN (1) has shown more than enough ability to win a race of this kind. He looked in need of the run when finishing third at Saint-Malo in late August and should strip fitter this time. He may prove too sharp for LA FRENAYE (6), who has placed in both starts, most recently at Deauville late last month. HERMETIC (5) caught the eye on debut when fifth at Compiègne and is open to progress. TORREADOR (4) looks best of the remainder.
SELECTIONS
TALAKAN (1) – LA FRENAYE (6) – HERMETIC (5) – TORREADOR (4)
C4 – PRIX CLAUDE ROUGET – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 3 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
ZVALIKOVA – Recent winner over 1650m in a Class 4 race at Sable-Sur-Sarthe on August 31st. Among the leading chances
CHIRICCO – Unplaced last time out over 1200m at Deauville on August 16th in a Class 1 handicap. Unlikely to feature
STORMYGO – Ran well to be 2nd at this track over 1400m in a Class 3 handicap on August 3rd when last seen. One to pay attention to
WHITE PLATIN – Unplaced on the last two runs, a win before that over 1400m at Vichy on July 15th in a Class 3 handicap. Player
STELLANIA – Two unplaced runs since a 4th at this track in a Class 3 handicap on July 18th, when not beaten far. Each way contender
LIGHT WAKEUP – Placed on his last two runs, 3rd on the most recent over 1400m at Parislongchamp on September 7th in a Class 3 handicap. Live contender
COOLMEEN ROYAL – A win two runs back over 1300m at Vittel on August 12th in a Class 4 handicap. Outside place contender
WONDER BOY – Three unplaced runs since a 3rd in a Class 4 race over 1400m at Vichy on July 18th. Can make the top four
MRS HOLIDAY – Won on the last run over 1400m at this track on July 28th in a Class 4 handicap. Can make the frame at attractive odds
MASTER PAT – 7th on the last run at Parislongchamp on September 4th in a Class 3 handicap over 1400m. He needs to be more reliable
MARA WOOD – Three unplaced runs of late, the latter over 1800m at Saint-Malo on August 29th in a Class 3 handicap. Needs to get back on track
MIA BELLA – Several unplaced runs recently, well beaten over 1800m at Saint-Malo on August 29th in a Class 3 handicap when last seen. Out of form and hard to recommend
Summary: LIGHT WAKEUP (6) is seeking win number eleven. He has shaped well on his last two runs, the most recent when third in a competitive Class 3 handicap at Parislongchamp 13 days ago. He is preferred ahead of STORMYGO (3), who was a decent second over the course and distance in a Class 3 handicap in early August on his last start. STELLANIA (5) ran well when fourth over track and trip three runs back in mid-July and can make the frame. ZVALIKOVA (1) won recently in August and can not be ignored.
SELECTIONS
LIGHT WAKEUP (6) – STORMYGO (3) – STELLANIA (5) – ZVALIKOVA (1)
C5 – PRIX LABEL EQUURES – 3000m (a2m) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 11,900
AIMANT – He is a 4-time winner over jumps. 7th on the last run over 2300m at Angers on the flat on September 11th on his flat debut. Can improve and make the top-four
STYLE FLIGHT – Placed 2nd on his last two runs, the latter over 2300m at Redon on September 7th in a Class 4 race. One to keep onside
GOT HAWK – Credible effort to be 2nd on his sole run in 2024 at Deauville in January on the PSF. He is talented, and if fit to go after an absence, he can make his presence felt
HILODELAFONTAINE – Two 4th-place efforts of late. the most recent over 2300m at Redon in a Class 4 race on September 7th. In the mix
ARION COCO TRIP – Unplaced on the one run this year over 2300m on September 11th at Angers in a conditions race. Placed in 2023 on both starts. Hard to fancy
MINNATA – Fair effort to be 2nd over 3400m at Les Sables on August 7th in a conditions race. Leading chance of getting off the mark
SOTCHI – 5th on her last run at Saint-Malo on August 29th in a Class 4 hurdle race. Poor form previously on the flat. Opposable
ROSIMIX – Decent 2nd two runs back on May 3rd at Le Mans in a conditions race over 3200m. Can amend her below-par effort last time out and be involved
LITTLE HEART – Five unplaced runs of late, 8th at Guingamp over 2700m in a Class 4 race on September 14th on her last start. Others rate higher
RED IRIS – Has been out of form, unplaced at Angers on September 11th in a Class 4 handicap over 3150m when last seen. Avoidable
PLUIE D’ARAIZE – Unplaced on the one run this year over 2300m at Angers on September 11th. She makes limited appeal as she only beat one rival last time out
YAMAMAH – Four unplaced runs of late, the latter over 2000m at Lingfield (UK) on November 13th. French debut, and is best watched
DAFFODIL – Unplaced last time out, 4th previously over 3550m in a national hunt flat race at Fontwell Park (UK) on January 26th. Unlikely to be a threat
INSIDE MONTLIOUX – Three runs over fences of late, 2nd two runs back over 4700m at Pau on January 29th in a handicap chase. 7-time winner over jumps. Tries the flat and is best watched
KATANA SEI – Unraced gelding by Doctor Dino, the dam won 7 times over jumps. He has more of a jumping profile and is best watched unless the betting speaks volumes
KASSEL ALLEN – Two unplaced runs over jumps recently, the latter over 4400m in a Listed chase at Auteuil on May 17th. Flat debut and a 3-time winner over jumps. One to consider each way
Summary: MINNATA (6) ran a good race when second at Les Sables in early August in a conditions race. He is marginally preferred ahead of ROSIMIX (8), who was a tad below par last time, but is better judged on her penultimate start when second at Le Mans in early May. GOT HAWK (3) has been lightly raced, with only two runs in his life, both on the PSF at Deauville. His second in January 2024, when last seen, was promising. If he is fit to go, he can be a live threat. HILODELAFONTAINE (4) heads the rest.
SELECTIONS
MINNATA (6) – ROSIMIX (8) – GOT HAWK (3) – HILODELAFONTAINE (4)
C6 – PRIX DU MONDIAL DU LION (PRIX JEHAN-YVES JALLOT) – 3700m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 26,000
JUST FOR WIN – 9th in a Listed hurdle at Auteuil on May 31st over 3600m in a Listed hurdle on his latest start. Placed 3rd in a Class 2 hurdle before that in May at Auteuil. Live chance off top-weight
PAU CLERMONT – Unplaced last time out, 2nd previously over 3600m at Senonnes on April 12th in a Class 3 handicap hurdle. Ought to be in the shake-up
WORTH A TEAM – He has eased in the handicap, unplaced over 3600m in a Class 4 hurdle on September 5th at Clairefontaine last time out. Can make the frame if back on song
ARTABAN SLATE – Two wins and a 2nd from three runs in 2024. He won over 3800m at Angers in a Class 3 hurdle on November 25th on his most recent run. Fitness to prove
IGOR DES ONGRAIS – 8th last time out in late March, a win before that at Auteuil in a Class 2 handicap hurdle on March 8th over 3900m. Hard to ignore
NIL DE BALLON – Nice run when 3rd at Clairefontaine on September 5th in a Class 4 chase over 3900m on his last start. Capable of being involved
VERY NICE DREAM – Two wins of late, the latter over 3700m in a claiming hurdle at Sable-Sur-Sarthe on August 31st. One to pay attention to
SIRLIGHT – 4th over 3600m at Waregem (BEL) in a hurdle race on September 2nd on his last start. Others make more appeal
TRIOMPHE DE MAINE – Recent success over 3500m in a claiming chase at Mauron on August 24th. This looks a stiffer test
ASTON D’ENOCQ – Fair 2nd over 3800m in a claiming hurdle at Dieppe on August 31st on his last start. He can make the top four at nice odds
ELIITE – He fell over 4000m in a claiming chase at Le Touquet on September 7th on his last outing. Hard to recommend
TRESOR DE BALLON – Not seen since an unplaced run in June 2024 at Orleans in a Class 5 chase over 4000m. Likely to need this run after an absence
JOXANA – 4th on her last run over 3900m at Saint-Malo on August 1st in a handicap hurdle. Merits consideration each way
FUEGO DE SOMOZA – Unplaced over 3800m at Dieppe on August 8th in a Class 4 hurdle on his last run. Hardly inspiring form
JOKER CAUVELLIERE – Unplaced last time, 3rd previously over 4200m in a claiming chase at Questembert on May 25th. Can be opposed
CELTIC JABAAR – Several unplaced runs of late, 6th at Ploermel in a Class 4 chase over 4000m on August 30th when last seen. Look elsewhere
Summary: JUST FOR WIN (1) has to deal with top-weight, but has been racing in stronger company recently. His third in a Class 2 hurdle at Auteuil two runs back was encouraging. He can get off the mark. NIL DE BALLON (6) could be the main danger. He ran a solid race when third over fences in a Class 4 race 15 days ago at Clairefontaine and can build on that. PAU CLERMONT (2) ran well when second two runs back at Senonnes and warrants respect. IGOR DES ONGRAIS (5) heads the remainder.
SELECTIONS
JUST FOR WIN (1) – NIL DE BALLON (6) – PAU CLERMONT (2) – IGOR DES ONGRAIS (5)
C7 – PRIX DE LA REGION DES PAYS DE LA LOIRE (PRIX RAYMOND MARSAULT) – 3700m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 – Hurdles – EUR € 28,000
METRONOMY – Two pleasing runs, a win on debut at Royan on August 3rd in a Class 4 hurdle, and a 2nd at the same track over 3500m on August 17th in a Class 3 hurdle. Player
OPERA LIGHT – Credible 4th on June 19th at Dieppe over 3400m in a Class 3 hurdle. Capable of being on the premises
VISTA OF DOVER – Placed on the last two runs over hurdles, the most recent when he was 4th at Saint-Malo on August 29th in a Class 3 hurdle. Has work to do
CASTLE DE VEGUY – 9th on the last run over 3200m at Compiegne on April 22nd in a Class 3 hurdle. Faces a stiff task. Opposable
BASCA – Recent win at Les Sables on August 7th over 3450m in a Class 4 hurdle. Improving, and is hard to rule out
KELLY ANN SAGA – Nice win on debut at Saint-Malo over 3200m in a Class 4 hurdle and a fifth at Dieppe on August 31st over hurdles. Can keep improving and be involved
MON VIEUX JEAN – Unraced gelding by Arrigo, the dam won 3 races on the flat. Nice profile, and he can be expected to play a leading role. The betting can guide
OPTIMUS – 4th on his debut over hurdles on August 31st at Dieppe in a Class 3 hurdle last time out. A win on the flat at Durtal on June 9th, before that over 2900m. Respect and keep safe
RAFFLES PRINCE – Credible 4th on his debut at Sable-Sur-Sarthe on August 31st in a Class 5 hurdle over 3700m. He will know more this time and merits consideration
CYBELLE DE L’AUNAY – 4th on her second run over hurdles in a Class 4 hurdle at Chateaubriant over 3550m on May 12th. Avoidable for the time being
DINADAME – 6th on the one run over 3400m at Dieppe on June 31st in a Class 3 hurdle. She needs to step forward from her debut to make the frame
Summary: METRONOMY (1) has run two good races, a win on debut in early August at Royan, and he followed up with a second over the same track and trip in a better race on August 17th. He is given the nod ahead of KELLY ANN SAGA (6), who was fifth in a Class 3 hurdle at Dieppe 20 days ago, which came after a debut win at Saint-Malo on August 1st. OPTIMUS (8) is a flat winner and can be sharper from that experience. BASCA (5) heads the rest.
SELECTIONS
METRONOMY (1) – KELLY ANN SAGA (6) – OPTIMUS (8) – BASCA (5)
C8 – PRIX DU PONT AUX FILLES – CHALLENGE FRANCE SIRE (PX PAS ROBIN) – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 12,800
LHOMMAIZE – Two good wins of late, the most recent over 2400m at this track in a Class 4 race by 3.5L. Can make it a hat-trick
LA TORNADE – 5th on her last run at Vertou on September 1st in a Class 5 hurdle over 3700m. She won twice before that on the flat, the latter of them at Redon in a Class 4 race on August 15th over 2300m. Key chance
KHAMEPHIS GAME – Fair 3rd last time over 2300m at Redon on September 7th in a Class 4 race. Capable of a prominent role
FELIPPO – Several unplaced runs of late, 6th at this track on August 14th in a Class 4 handicap last time out. Hard to recommend
WHAT A FAIR FOOT – 5th last time out, 2nd previously over 2150m at St-Jean De Mont in a Class 4 race on August 17th. Among the top chances
STELLO TALLY – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 2600m at Montignac in a Class 4 race on August 21st. Look elsewhere
SCAT LADY – 4th on the one run this year over 2400m in a Class 4 handicap at Pornichet on January 5th. Unlikely to threaten some of these
SAMOA – Unplaced last time, 4th at Josselin in a Class 4 race on August 10th previously over 2600m. Makes limited appeal
Summary: LHOMMAIZE (1) looks like the one to beat after two wins recently. His most recent over course and distance by 3.5L in early August. A hat-trick of wins is on the cards. LA TORNADE (2) won twice on the flat in August and ran over hurdles 19 days ago. KHAMEPHIS GAME (3) has been placed on two of his last three starts and was a decent third at Redon when last seen 13 days ago. WHAT A FAIR FOOT (5) is another worth considering.
SELECTIONS
LHOMMAIZE (1) – LA TORNADE (2) – KHAMEPHIS GAME (3) – WHAT A FAIR FOOT (5)
R3 CAEN [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE GLANVILLE – 2450m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Mounted – EUR € 21,000

MADEMOISELLE BOND – Has not been seen out since being eliminated on debut in a Class F cover course and distance 3 months ago and is going to need the run
MAHIAHIASTART – Should not be too hastily-judged for being eliminated in a 2650m harness Class G at Les Sables-d’Olonne mid-July. Debuts fresh under the saddle and is not to be underestimated
MISS BELLA DE JUCE – Eliminated in a 2750m Cabourg Class F on debut in early-August and will have nothing to contribute
MONEY WINNER AS – Unplaced in a 2800m Argentan harness Class F last March. Has not been seen since and can be ruled out
MARCIANA JEEP – Sanctioned in both starts since the spring spell, latterly a 2300m Class E at Trie-sur-Baise a fortnight ago. Debuts under the saddle for new trainer and is expected to show another side
MASTERCLASS – 7th of 8 in a 2700m Vincennes Class C 2.5 weeks ago. Takes a notable dip in category but still looks an outsider
MAYO DES FLOTS – Eliminated in 3 of 4 monte starts, most recently a 2750m Cabourg Class E on 22 August. Adrien Lamy in the irons this time and can pick up some prizemoney provided he keeps her focused
MA ROBERTA – Eliminated in a Class E over course and distance earlier this month. Luka Ott aboard this time but still not an obvious choice
MADONE ROCHEL – Back under the saddle after finishing 6th of 7 finishers in a 2850m Class F at Bagnoles-de-l’Orne 3 weeks ago, and in this category will struggle to make her presence felt
MISS TAVEL – 4th of 15 in a 2200m Lannemezan harness Class F 3.5 weeks ago and makes her monte debut with limited prospects
MARGOT PIERJI – 4th of 14 in a 2775m harness Class F at Les Sables-d’Olonne 8 days ago. Alexiane Lepage aboard for ridden bow and is unlikely to disappoint
MELBA DES VAUX – 2nd of 9 finishers in a Class E over course and distance earlier in the month, her first public appearance in the code, and looks thoroughly capable of imposing this time
MY LADY HERMA – 2nd of 9 finishers behind MELBA DES VAUX (12) in a Class E over course and distance earlier in the month, and looks the main threat
MARGOT DU HOULET – In the frame in 2 before running last of 8 in a 2200m Strasbourg harness Class E on 28 August. Is new to the code but should nevertheless acquit herself respectably, however she cannot be considered a priority
MIMI D’AUVILLIER – 4th of 7 finishers in a 2750m Cabourg Class E a month back. Produced her best time that day and in similar form can challenge for a place in the frame
MY LOVELY EBONY – Eliminated in last 3, most recently a 2800m Bernay harness Class E 3 weeks ago, but has nonetheless shown decent aptitude when focused and makes her ridden bow with a realistic chance of finishing close
Summary: Beaten only by a very good horse on her recent monte bow, MELBA DES VAUX (12) will be partnered by Mathieu Mottier and could well get off the mark this time. 4th that day, MY LADY HERMA (13) is clearly on the way up and can go closer. Undeniably capable but decidedly complicated, MY LOVELY EBONY (16) enjoys a good entry and debuts in the discipline with a potentially good hand to play. MIMI D’AUVILLIER (15) has so far held her own in the code and should generate more interest than she did at Cabourg.
SELECTIONS
MELBA DES VAUX (12) – MY LADY HERMA (13) – MY LOVELY EBONY (16) – MIMI D’AUVILLIER (15)
C2 – PRIX DE DARNETAL – 2450m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 21,000
MADAME D’ERABLE – 2nd of 12 in a 2375m Dozule Class F a month back. Is plainly in fine shape and can make the frame if David Thomain keeps her mind on the game
MERRY DES VAUX – Got off the mark at Berck-sur-Mer prior to finishing 8th of 10 in a 2600m Class F at Le Touquet 3 weeks ago and is not about to create an upset
MADISON KAT – Eliminated in last 2, latterly a 2600m Class F at Le Touquet 3 weeks ago. Has shown serious potential and Thomas Levesque will be keen to prove the point
MASSALIA DU BOURG – Eliminated in 4 of last 5, most recently a 2750m Ecommoy Class E last Sunday, and backs up with limited prospects
MOOVIESTAR SOMOLLI – Pleasant 2nd at Francheville but showed the limit of her capacity when 8th of 9 in a 2700m Vincennes Class D 3.5 weeks ago and will have nothing to contribute
MANILLE SOMOLLI – Produced a good performance to run 3rd of 11 in a 2625m Cherbourg Class E on 17 July. Comes here fresh and will be dangerous if she turns
MARQUISE DES ARRIS – Eliminated when pulling hard in a 2100m Vincennes Class E a fortnight ago. Form is not in question though and returning to racing clockwise may be just the ticket. Claim
MISS COCO – Sprang quite the surprise when successful in a 2400m Granville Class F on 24 August. Takes on a better bunch this time and will struggle to repeat
MAMZELLE DREAM – Unremarkable 5th of 8 finishers in a 2725m Pornichet Class E late last month and is clearly taking on too much
MONALISA CELO – Beat MARQUISE DES ARRIS (7) at Cabourg prior to being eliminated in a 2850m Brehal Class D a month back. On good behaviour, can make amends. Attention
MASSILIA D’ALESA – Made the frame in 3 of 4 starts to date, lastly 3rd of 12 in a 2800m Bernay Class E 3 weeks ago. Climbs the class-ladder here but is eminently up to the task. Chance
MAMOON – Produced career-best performance when 2nd of 8 in a 2750m Class E at La Capelle earlier in the month but is being aimed too high this time
MISS LADY DU DAN – Unplaced in 2 since getting off the mark at Graignes in June, latterly 6th of 11 in a 2850m Laval Class E 3 weeks ago, but it is only a question of time before she gets back in the game
MAMACITA – Made the frame in 3 of last 4, most recently 2nd of 5 finishers in a 2800m Chartres Class E 8 days ago. Entrusted to Adrien Lamy this time and is still very much in the picture
Summary: Difficult to knock when focused, MARQUISE DES ARRIS (7) has shown significant promise and can win this if Mathieu Mottier manages to keep her trotting. He will still want to be wary of the improving MASSILIA D’ALESA (11) who will be no easy touch if she takes to the Caen profile, and MANILLE SOMOLLI (6) who has been thoroughly professional to date. MADAME D’ERABLE (1) redeemed herself at Dozule and on good behaviour will be competitive for a step on the podium.
SELECTIONS
MARQUISE DES ARRIS (7) – MASSILIA D’ALESA (11) – MANILLE SOMOLLI (6) – MADAME D’ERABLE (1)
C3 – PRIX DE DIVES – 2450m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 21,000
MEILLEUR KURYS – Rather surprising 3rd of 12 to MONEY DU CORTA (8) in a 2700m Graignes Class F a fortnight ago. A repeat however seems most improbable
MARIO DE SIERRA – Faulted on re-entry in a 2400m Class F at Nort-sur-Erdre 2 weeks ago. Showed form on turf earlier in the year, and even with Adrien Lamy reining, may still find the going somewhat tough
MOONLIGHT DJOC – Respectable 5th of 10 in a 2800m Chartres Class E on 12 September. Is no star but should nevertheless acquit himself honourably
MANOUCHE – Unraced since running 2nd of 10 in a 2850m Laval Class E last April and will need the outing
MATADOR DU PALAIS – Got off the mark at Les Sables-d’Olonne before losing his action in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E last Sunday. Has no shortage of ability and with stride in check can figure prominently
MANHATTAN CERA – Has done nothing but improve since his July debut, latterly securing a 2750m Ecommoy Class F 3 weeks ago. Is unlikely to repeat but will not be far off the mark
MYSTIC PARKER – Lost his maiden tag in a 2700m Graignes monte class F on 23 August. Here for reasons of conditioning and can be passed over
MONEY DU CORTA – Made short of work of a 2700m Graignes Class F a fortnight ago. Races clockwise for the first time but is a category above most here and can repeat
MILLION DREAMS – Placed twice before finishing last but one in a 2800m Bernay Class E 3 weeks ago. Would be preferred a level down
MALICIEUX SAMCOF – Superb winner of a 2150m Vichy Class F a week ago. Steps marginally up in category but with form maintained could pleasantly surprise
MANFREDO – In the frame in last 2, most recently 3rd of 10 in a Class E over course and distance earlier this month, and is easy to like for a place in the frame
MAJOR DU MAINE – Oddly below-par 9th of 14 in a 2050m Cabourg Class E a month back. Has had time to recalibrate and cannot be ruled out
MYTHE D’ERABLE – Eliminated early in a 2800m Vire Class E early this month. Has otherwise been in fine condition and can be confidently brought back into the fold. Chance
Summary: Easy winner on his return to competition following an 11-months’ hiatus, MONEY DU CORTA (8) is very easy to like for the double. Leading the opposition, MYTHE D’ERABLE (13) benefits from a terrific entry and will have a lot to contribute if he gets off on the right foot. MANFREDO (11) has been close to his race for some time and can be counted on for another competitive run. MATADOR DU PALAIS (5) will have a part to play provided Hugo Marie keeps him focused.
SELECTIONS
MONEY DU CORTA (8) – MYTHE D’ERABLE (13) – MANFREDO (11) – MATADOR DU PALAIS (5)
C4 – PRIX VICTOR HUNGER – 2450m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 18,500
LOVER BOY – Never dangerous last of 5 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E on 11 September and will have few friends
LEGEND DREAM – Disqualified in a 2550m Gournay-en-Bray Class F a fortnight ago. Has been reconfigured for the occasion, with Adrien Lamy in the saddle, but still looks an outsider
LEOPOLD DU BANNEY – Showed improvement when 5th of 9 finishers behind LOVELY ONE (16) in a Class F over course and distance earlier in the month and with shoes back on is unlikely to repeat
LOVE DE BEAULIEU – Eliminated in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E 9 days ago. Has looked ordinary for some time and even with shoes off will have too much to do
LEROCKY DES APRES – Useful type that finished last but one on re-entry in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E last Sunday. Goes barefoot for the first time and should not be too far from the action
LATINO ELDE – Was on course for victory when faulting in a 2850m Class H at Bagnoles-de-l’Orne 3 weeks ago, and can again figure prominently if he stays in stride
LITTLE DREAM – Debuts in the discipline after running 4th of 14 in a 2400m Class F at Nort-sur-Erdre 2 weeks back. Has demonstrated decent aptitude in the harness code and looks competitively well in
LUIGI KALOUMA – 5th of 9 finishers in a 2775m Class F at Les Sables-d’Olonne on 12 September. Is not a priority but still has the wherewithal to get a look in
L’ULTIME D’AXEL – Ran 2nd at Le Mont-Saint-Michel before coming 5th of 13 in a 2775m Class F at Les Sables-d’Olonne 8 days ago. Barefoot this time though and should be good enough to make first 5
LE COQUIN – Returns to racing barefoot after finishing last of 8 in a 2700m Graignes Class F 3 weeks ago, and even racing barefoot is not about to create an upset
LAVATER GEDE – Got off the mark in early-August but disappointing in 2 since, most recently eliminated in a 2525m harness Class F at Les Andelys last weekend, and returns to the code with modest ambition
LUMIO FALL – Eliminated in last 2, latterly a 2750m Ecommoy Class E last weekend, and must get his house in order
LORD TRAPASSOU – Totally out of the picture since the spring, latterly eliminated in a 2925m Cagnes harness Class F on 23 July, and debuts under the saddle with little to offer
LOTUS DU RIB – Going well before losing his action in a 2750m Cabourg Class F on 8 July. Finally gets to race on level terms and with application can trot his way into the winners’ enclosure
LASCO DE L’ITON – Surprise 4th of 12 in a 2625m Cherbourg Class E a month back. Reverts to a previous formula, has placed under these conditions, and could finally lose his maiden tag
LOVELY ONE – 3rd of 9 finishers, on monte bow, in a Class F under these conditions on 4 September. Will have come on for the run and must be taken more seriously this time
LABUAN BAJO – 5th of 8 in a 2575m Reims harness claimer 3 weeks ago. Acquits himself honourably for the most part but still has too much to do
LE PRINCE DU RIS – Eliminated in a Class F over course and distance on 4 September. Has been a write-off this term and has no possible chance
Summary: Very much an open affair this, but it is still easy to like a reconfigured LASCO DE L’ITON (15) who held his own in good company last month, and the tricky but useful LOTUS DU RIB (14) who has been competitively-shod for the first time. Not without his own issues, LATINO ELDE (6) could nevertheless have imposed late last month had he stayed focused. LOVELY ONE (16) debuted nicely under the saddle here in early-September and will not be available at 22/1 this time.
SELECTIONS
LASCO DE L’ITON (15) – LOTUS DU RIB (14) – LATINO ELDE (6) – LOVELY ONE (16)
C5 – PRIX D’ANNEBECQ – 2450m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 21,000
LA BELLE MARJACK – Trounced in last 2, most recently 9th of 10 in a 2900m Clairefontaine Class F 2 months ago, and even though fresh, will first need to re-establish her credentials
LAMYA DES LANDES – Makes Caen debut after finishing 8th of 11 in a 2800m Bernay Class E 3 weeks ago and has no possible chance
LILI DE POMMERAYE – Made up for a pair of eliminations when 4th of 15 in a 2700m Graignes Class F 2 weeks ago. On front row this time and with application can again finish in the mix
LAURE DE LORIOL – Last of 14 when preparing for this in a 2800m Bernay Class E late last month and in this company will have too much to do
LARISSE D’ECHAL – Showed improvement when 4th of 12 in a 2950m Vichy Class F a fortnight ago. Is well in on the front line and with Adrien Lamy in the bike will be afforded every chance
LEGENDE DRY – Shod to preference after being eliminated in a 2725m Lisieux Class E a week ago. Breaks from the front line and on good behaviour can play a leading role
LUMIERE BLUE – Consistent sort that ran 4th of 14 in a 2750m Ecommoy Class F last weekend. Enjoys a superb entry on front line and has a decent chance of making first 5
LITTLE DU RIB – Returns to a track she appreciates but will need to improve on latest last of 6 finishers in a 2675m Class E at Le Mont-Saint-Michel 2 weeks ago
LOVELY TO SEE YOU – Sprang a 30/1 surprise when imposing over track and trip earlier in the month. Is similarly shod and must be taken more seriously this time
LUCRECE HAUFOR – Starts for the first time since running 3rd of 12 in a 2700m Vincennes Class D last February and will need the race
LYRIDE ORLOVE – Drops back to a more reasonable level after running 9th of 11 in a 2750m Class B at Les Sables-d’Olonne on 4 September. On 2nd row this time and unlikely to spring any surprises
LOU D’ECROVILLE – Failed to confirm Cabourg performance when 7th of 12 finishers in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E late last month and represents no more than a minor place prospect
LUNA HAUFOR – Excellent filly making first appearance since faulting in a 2700m Vincennes Class B last February and best to hold off
LARA MAKS – Makes first appearance since winning a 2750m Cabourg Class E on 22 July. Has freshness on her side, is confirmed here, and is not about to let the side down
LETTRE D’ERABLE – Came close to confirming Carentan victory when 2nd of 16 in a 2800m Vire Class E on 1 September, and should prove the one to beat this time
Summary: Like a horse reborn since July, LETTRE D’ERABLE (15) benefits from a terrific entry here and a repeat of her Vire performance would see her impose this time. LOVELY TO SEE YOU (9) returned to victorious ways earlier in the month when securing a Class E over course and distance ; she incurs the penalty but can still bring the fight to the Thomain’s horse. LEGENDE DRY (6) is difficult to knock when unshod-behind and focused and, 25m better off, must be considered a player. Sent for a brief spell after prevailing at Cabourg, LARA MAKS (14) is barefoot for her re-entry and will be no pushover.
SELECTIONS
LETTRE D’ERABLE (15) – LOVELY TO SEE YOU (9) – LEGENDE DRY (6) – LARA MAKS (14)
C6 – PRIX DE MORTREE – 2450m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 21,000
KE J’AIME VENISE – Last of 10 behind KELLY D’ACADIE (6) in a 2750m Cabourg Class F late last month and has nothing to contribute
KIBELLE DE VIETTE – 9th of 16 in a 2650m Alencon Class F earlier in the month. Has done nothing noteworthy for some time and is not going to start now
KALISTA D’AVRIL – Put a string of eliminations behind her to win a 2650m Vertou Class F early this month, however others still easier to trust
KAMYNA DE GUEGUE – 13th of 15 in a 2800m Rambouillet harness class F a fortnight ago. Pleased last time under the saddle but is biting off more than she can chew
KENTIA DES RIOULTS – 3rd of 10, a place behind KELLY D’ACADIE (6), in a 2750m Cabourg Class F late last month. Will not be available at 58-1 this time but will not be as competitive either
KELLY D’ACADIE – Imposed at Saint-Malo before coming 2nd of 10 in a 2750m Cabourg Class F 3.5 weeks ago. Is clearly at her best and even though yet to deliver at Caen, she is very hard to ignore
KISS SYMPHONY – Unable to confirm fabulous Mauquenchy victory when eliminated in a 2400m Amiens Class E a fortnight back. Front shoes off this time and with application can make a big impact
KANAILLE DU LUPIN – 2nd of 12 in a 2775m Class F at Les Sables-d’Olonne early last month. Will be better served by racing clockwise and can challenge for the win this time
KIRA DE CHARENCEY – Last of 11 when preparing for this in a 2725m Lisieux harness Class E a week ago. Runner-up in 2 of 3 here and will again be competitive for a place in the picture
KOM KHALEESI – 2nd of 7 finishers in a 2900m Dozule Class F a month ago. Has been alternating nicely between the 2 codes but represents no more than a minor place chance this time
KISSME COOL D’EB – 3rd of 10 finishers to KALISTA D’AVRIL (3) in a 2650m Vertou Class F early this month. Is back to racing unshod-behind and has a reasonable chance of picking up some prizemoney
KEILA TREMBLADAISE – Fine 3rd of 10 in a 2750m Cabourg Class F in mid-August. Won over course and distance last season and looks a player
KAROLYNE DE MALAC – 5th of 9 in a 2175m Vincennes Class E 2 weeks ago. Faces a less-exalted lot this time and considering the superb entry can bring home the bacon
Summary: Fifth over the Vincennes main track on the first start for her new trainer, KAROLYNE DE MALAC (13) has previously shown potential in the monte discipline and drops down the category-ladder with every chance of opening her monte tally. Lilian Bertin will still be keeping a keen eye on the spirited, but barefoot, KANAILLE DU LUPIN (8) who gave a reassuringly good account of herself last time out, and the Caen-loving KIRA DE CHARENCEY (9) who is barefoot following her harness prep. KEILA TREMBLADAISE (12) is clearly close to her race and Adrien Lamy has stayed faithful.
SELECTIONS
KAROLYNE DE MALAC (13) – KANAILLE DU LUPIN (8) – KIRA DE CHARENCEY (9) – KEILA TREMBLADAISE (12)
C7 – PRIX DE CONDE-SUR-NOIREAU – 2450m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 21,000
LORD DU GRAIS – 4th of 10 finishers in a 2725m Lisieux Class E last weekend but will need to find more this time around
LOST IN PARADISE – Returns to racing barefoot after being eliminated in a 2150m Enghien Class E on 14 August. Cannot be regarded a priority but on good behaviour can get in on the action
LIZAO DU GUESCLIN – Eliminated in 2 after getting off the mark, latterly a 2775m Class F at Les Sables-d’Olonne 8 days ago, but given the opportunity can finish in the mix
LACERTOSUS – Eliminated in a 2725m Lisieux Class E after having produced a fine performance in race of reference and on better behaviour can play a leading role
LE TANGO DU RENARD – Lost his action in a 2750m Class E at Cabourg on 12 August. Gave an excellent account thereafter and with application will be no easy touch
LORIQUET – Won 3 from 4 prior to running 6th of 12 in a 3125m Granville Class F 2 months ago. Is barefoot for re-entry but in this category is unlikely to influence the result
LAUREL LA RAVELLE – Makes first appearance since running 3rd of 8 in a 2725m Pornichet Class D 12 months ago and best to hold off
LANCIER DE REANA – Capable type but has not been seen out since running 6th of 15 in a Class E over course and distance last March and is going to need the race
LET’S GO VAL – 3rd of 13 in a 2100m Vincennes Class E 2 weeks ago, but shoes fitted this time and can be passed over
LOVELY TRIP – Looked decidedly ordinary when 7th of 14 behind LEONARD DE VINCI (13) in a 2800m Vire Class E on 1 September and is not about to shake things up
LUCKY JOSSELYN – 6th of 11 finishers in a 2750m Class B at Les Sables-d’Olonne on 4 September. Races first-time barefoot and can play a part if he replicates his penultimate performance
LOOK PEJI – Made up for Argentan blip when 3rd of 14, a place behind LEONARD DE VINCI (13), in a 2800m Vire Class E on 1 September, and again looks the principal danger
LEONARD DE VINCI – Close 2nd of 14 in a 2800m Vire Class E on 1 September. Is plainly back at his best and looks the pick of the field
LEWIS D’ALEXIANE – Good, consistent type that ran 4th of 16 in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E 3 weeks ago. Benefits from a good entry, is shod as he was at Meslay, and is unlikely to be heading home empty-handed
Summary: Given a prep in Cabourg paid dividends at Vire for the nicely-entered LEONARD DE VINCI (13) and, barefoot as he was when victorious at Le Mont-Saint-Michel, looks the horse to beat. He will still face resistance again from LOOK PEJI (12) who finished a place behind him that day, and the in-form LACERTOSUS (4) who was disqualified for interference, but who breaks from the front row. LE TANGO DU RENARD (5) left no doubt about his condition after being eliminated last time out and makes his Caen debut with a lot to contribute.
SELECTIONS
LEONARD DE VINCI (13) – LOOK PEJI (12) – LACERTOSUS (4) – LE TANGO DU RENARD (5)
C8 – PRIX DE CINTHEAUX – 2450m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 29,000
IROISE DES BAULTS – Well-beaten in last 2, latterly 8th of 16 in a 2850m Vincennes amateurs Class G 2.5 weeks ago, and will have nothing to bring to the party
IRIS DES MAUPI – 7th of 9 in a 2800m Moulins Class F last Sunday. Barefoot this time but still not easy to make a case
ISA TILLAYE – Encouraged at Vertou before being eliminated in a 2800m Villedieu-les-Poëles Class F last weekend, and even though reconfigured still has a lot more to find
IBANA DE MONTI – Eliminated in a 2525m amateurs Class F at Les Andelys 3 weeks ago and under these conditions can be confidently disregarded
IMPERATOR VRIE – Last but one in a 2800m Compiegne monte Class F on 7 September and will have other ambitions
INTOUCHABLE AR – Returns to the professional ranks after running solid 2nd of 10 in a 2850m Class F at Meslay-du-Maine 10 days ago. Unlikely to get his nose in front but sports 4 pads this time and can pick up some prizemoney
INDIENNE DE VAL – Surprisingly eliminated in a 3100m Chinon Class F mid-August, but with a top driver in the bike will be no soft touch
IT’S THE KING – Should not be hastily-judged for finishing last but one behind IMMIX PONT VAUTIER (10) in a 2700m Graignes Class F on 6 September. Has otherwise been in good shape and a first-5 spot is well within his reach
ISIS DU CORTA – Unremarkable 10th of 16 in a 2800m Compiegne Class F a fortnight ago. Has produced some decent runs this summer and although not a contender can still get a look in
IMMIX PONT VAUTIER – Failed to secure the hat-trick when 6th of 12 in a 2700m Graignes Class F on 6 September. Thrives with the day’s driver though who will be determined to set the record straight
ICE HAUFOR – Unable to confirm Pornichet triumph when 7th of 15 in a 2100m Vincennes Class D 8 days ago. Is plainly in shape though and in this category must be taken more seriously
IROISE QUESNOT – 3rd of 8 in an 1800m Class E at La Capelle 2.5 weeks ago. Has done nothing but improve lately, goes barefoot for the occasion, and even from the 2nd line could well spice things up
IRENO DES PLAINES – Returns to racing clockwise after finishing 10th of 13 in a 2650m Laval Class E a fortnight ago. Is the richest horse here, has never disappointed when barefoot at Caen, and with David Thomain in the bike must be afforded respect
Summary: Nicely-entered on the front line and entrusted to Francois Lagadeuc, who has never failed to deliver with him, IMMIX PONT VAUTIER (10) will be expected to bounce back from his Graignes blip and win this. INDIENNE DE VAL (7) will be partnered by Mathieu Mottier for the first time and has a lot to offer, as does the erratic but useful IRENO DES PLAINES (13) who is just 685 Euros from elimination. ICE HAUFOR (11) also starts on the back row and even though shod as she was in Paris, can nevertheless finish close.
SELECTIONS
IMMIX PONT VAUTIER (10) – INDIENNE DE VAL (7) – IRENO DES PLAINES (13) – ICE HAUFOR (11)
R4 PORNICHET [L-H]

C1 – PRIX HOTEL SUD BRETAGNE – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Mounted – EUR € 30,000

ISOLINA – Unreliable but did run third in a Class G mounted race at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 11 September. Has a place chance in this line-up
DYNAMITE SENSATION – Kept to harness races of late and finished 6th in Class H at Beaupréau over 2400m on 24 August. Has run well in a mounted race before and can upset
IDEAL D’URZY – Disqualified in his last two starts, the latest in a mounted race at Laval over 2850m on 15 September. Has a good record under the saddle and can bounce back to score
GIFTOVER – Has improved of late and was barefoot and victorious in a Class F mounted race at Les Andelys over 2525m on 14 September. Not barefoot this time but is not out of it
IGGY DE FLORANGE – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up in a Class D mounted race at Vincennes over 2850m on 19 September 2024. Returns from a break but does have a good record with this shoeing
HAPPY INTRIGANT – Has really struggled of late and finished tenth in a Class E harness race at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 10 September. Needs major improvement to win
HARRYBEAU DE COUET – Unreliable and finished 8th in a Class E harness race at Le Mont-Saint-Michel over 2600m on 17 August. Did better in a mounted race before that and could be the surprise package of the race
INDIEN DE FAEL – Has struggled this year and was tenth in a Class F mounted race at Cherbourg over 2625m o 18 August. Needs to find a few lengths to win
IXOR DE L’ITON – Battling to find his best form and was 9th in a Class F mounted race at Nort-sur-Erdre over 3100m on 7 September. Did better in his penultimate start but others are preferred
HAZOE DES GLENAN – Did not show her best when 8th in a Class E mounted race at Cabourg over 2750m on 22 August. In good form before that and can contest the finish
ZANZA FRANK – Showed some improvement when fourth in a Class D mounted race at Craon over 2775m on 8 September. Did better last year and can make the frame
Summary: A competitive-looking opening event. IDEAL D’URZY (3) is not reliable but is probably the most talented in this line-up. He has had some disqualifications of late but is capable of bouncing back to score. HAZOE DES GLENAN (10) is more reliable than that rival but was a disappointment last time. She had shown consistent form before that and must be respected. GIFTOVER (4) is in good form and could follow up. ZANZA FRANK (11) has claims if rediscovering his form from last year.
SELECTIONS
IDEAL D’URZY (3) – HAZOE DES GLENAN (10) – GIFTOVER (4) – ZANZA FRANK (11)
C2 – PRIX DAVID PAYSAGE – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 26,000
KRALL DE CORDAY – Disqualified at this track over 2725m on 28 August. Not easy to trust and others make more appeal in this line-up
KIRMANE DE LAVAU – Disqualified last time out at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2775m on 22 August. Not easy to trust but is capable of playing a minor role
KENJY LUCAXELO – A winner of his last two starts, the latest in Class F at this track over 2650m on 25 August. Can complete a hat-trick
KOUIDITCH D’ABOMEY – Has some fair form and finished fourth in Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 7 September. Might earn some minor money at best
KAROLENE D’ETANG – Showed some improvement when runner-up in Class D at Laval over 2850m on 4 June. Not barefoot this time but has a place chance
KELLE HAUFOR – Returns from a break and was runner-up in Class D at Enghien over 2875m on 18 March. Likely to need this run and others are preferred
KRICK DU GUESCLIN – Showed some improvement when 3rd in Class D over this course and distance on 17 July. Might earn some minor money
KOPECK DE CHENU – Only modest form of late and finished 8th in Class C at Enghien over 2250m on 5 July. Needs to find a few lengths to win
KAROLINE CALINE – Unreliable but was barefoot and finished 4th in Class D at Vincennes over 2850m on 5 September. Can contest the finish
KASSANDRA WIND – Did not show her beat when 6th in a Class F mounted race at Sainte-Marie-du-Mont over 2425m on 3 August. In good form before that and could upset
KID LEA DRIVER – Holding form and finished 4th in Class D at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2650m on 27 August. Be rght there at the finish
KARLA DE BANVILLE – Disappointing last run when 9th in Class D at Craon over 2775m on 8 September. Better over a shorter distance but could earn some money
KELYO DU SOLNAN – Disappointing of late and finished 10th in Class B at Ecommoy over 2750m on 31 August. Unreliable but is also not out of it
KHAMSA – Has struggled this year and finished 12th in Class D at Craon over 2775m on 8 September. Needs major improvement to win
KING DE L’OUEST – Unreliable and finished 8th in Class D at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2650m on 27 August. Btter when barefoot and is capable of winning
KEDEA DE GINAI – Has good form this year and was runner-up in Class D at Craon over 2775m on 8 September. Also has disqualification issues but can make the frame
Summary: KENJY LUCAXELO (3) seems to have put his disqualification issues behind him and has impressed with some nice wins of late. He can complete a hat-trick. KAROLINE CALINE (9) is not reliable but did run well at Vincennes and, with Eric Raffin booked, could be a threat. KID LEA DRIVER (11) has been in good form all year and should be involved in the finish once again. KING DE L’OUEST (15) has won his last two starts when barefoot, and Benjamin Rochard will give him every chance of another success.
SELECTIONS
KENJY LUCAXELO (3) – KAROLINE CALINE (9) – KID LEA DRIVER (11) – KING DE L’OUEST (15)
C3 – PRIX LOXAM POWER – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 30,000
IESOLO – Has won three of five starts this year, including last time out in a Class F at Graignes over 2700m on 6 September. Can win again
HISTOIRE D’ELLE – Showed some improvement when 3rd in Class F at Vire over 2800m on 1 September. May need to do more to win this race
IBOY DES TITHAIS – Unreliable and finished 6th in Class E at Laval over 2850m on 15 September. Hard to trust but could be the surprise package of the race
GREAT KOOL – Only modest of late and finished 6th in Class F at Les Andelys over 2525m on 30 August. Needs to to do a bit more to win this race
ILDA DE BERTRANGE – Disqualified at Landivisiau over 3200m on 7 September. Did win her penultimate start but she is hard to trust. Can upset
HAPPY NONANTAIS – Finished 15th in Class E at Saint-Jean-de-Monts over 2625m on 13 July. Battling to regain best form and others are preferred
ISENGRINE ABSOLUTE – Very consistent and finished 3rd in Class E at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2775m on 22 August. Has a place chance in this line-up
INVASION D’OEILLET – Unreliable and finished 7th in Class G over this track and trip on 14 August. More is needed to beat these rivals
GITANO JACK – On a long losing run but finished 3rd in Class E at Laval over 2650m on 5 September. Not barefoot this time but could play a minor role
ILMAT DES KECHES – Victorious in Class E at Cherbourg over 2550m on 18 August. Not fully barefoot this time but can follow up
INES DE LA ROUVRE – A winner of a Class E at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 15 August. In good shape and can double up in this line-up
INTELLO DE CHENU – Disqualified at Ecommoy over 2750m on 14 September. Hard to trust but is capable of earning some money
INSTINCT SAINT BAR – Finished 11th in Class E at Redon over 2950m on 7 September. Barefoot this time and could score for Eric Raffin
ISERIA GRIFF – Unreliable and finished 7th in Class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 13 September. Capable of better and could be competitive in this line-up
Summary: INSTINCT SAINT BAR (13) has struggled of late, but he is barefoot this time and did win some nice races earlier this year. With Eric Raffin aboard, he can get back on track. INES DE LA ROUVRE (11) is in very good shape and should be involved in the finish once again. ILMAT DES KECHES (10) is best when fully barefoot and is not this time, but he can still be a threat. ISERIA GRIFF (14) is not reliable but is capable of making the frame.
SELECTIONS
INSTINCT SAINT BAR (13) – INES DE LA ROUVRE (11) – ILMAT DES KECHES (10) – ISERIA GRIFF (14)
C4 – PRIX CONSEIL REGIONAL DES PAYS DE LOIRE – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 26,000
JOB KERVILOU – Unreliable but was runner-up in E at Cabourg over 2750m on 29 August. On a long losing run but has a place chance
JUDICIEUSE ZAILER – In good shape and was not disgraced when 5th in Class F at La Capelle over 1800m on 3 September. Just as good this distance and is not out of it
HEKI DU COURTILS – Unreliable and finished 7th in Class F at Graignes over 2700m on 6 September. Did win his penultimate start and is cpable of an upset
JOG DE JAVIE – Has shown some improvement of late and was third in Class F at La Capelle over 1800m on 3 September. Might play a minor role
HERCULE BRILLOUARD – Unreliable and finished 7th in Class F at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2650m on 4 September. Might play a minor role at very best
HAGUAIS DE LAYE – Disqualified 7 times in a row, the latest being at Jallais over 3000m on 14 June. Probably best watched for now
JOLYDOLE – Very consistent of late and was runner-up in Class F at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2625m on 4 August. Can go one better
JANKO HAUFOR – Unreliable but was runner-up in Class E at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 5 May. Could need this run returning from a break
HORACE D’ARTHENAY – Did not show his best when 12th in Class F at Nort-sur-Erdre over 3100m on 7 September. Capable of better but others make more appeal
JACKMAN – Disqualified last time out at Nort-sur-Erdre over 3100m on 7 September. In very good form before that and can bounce back to score
JEWEL TOUCH – In very good shape and was runner-up in Class A at Montier-en-Der over 3025m on 24 August. Can be competitive once again
JAGUAR DU FAN – Has some fair form and finished 5th in Class F at Nort-sur-Erdre over 3100m on 10 August. Capable of earning some money
JERENAL D’HAMELINE – Very consistent and finished fourth in Class F at Nort-sur-Erdre over 3100m on 7 September. Be right there at the finish once again
GOGO DES MALBERAUX – Has really struggled of late and was 12th in Class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 6 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
Summary: JACKMAN (10) fluffed his lines with a disqualification at Nort-sur-Erdre earlier this month. He will prefer this surface and can bounce back to score. JOLYDOLE (7) is usually very competitive and can contest the finish once again. JERENAL D’HAMELINE (13) remains barefoot and has been solid all year, so must be respected. JEWEL TOUCH (11) is also in good heart and can get involved in the finish.
SELECTIONS
JACKMAN (10) – JOLYDOLE (7) – JERENAL D’HAMELINE (13) – JEWEL TOUCH (11)
C5 – PRIX PMU LES PALMIERS – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 20,000
LOVE TO RUN – Unreliable but was runner-up in Class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 26 August. Has a place chance in this line-up
LIGNEE VENDEENNE – Very consistent of late and was runner-up in Class E over this track and trip on 14 August. Can go one better
LUMINOSO JYL – Very consistent so far and was runner-up in Class E at Ecommoy over 2750m on 31 August. Big chance in this line-up
LUXOR DE MARZY – Disqualified at this track over 2650m on 21 August. In very good form before that and can bounce back to beat these rivals if smart
LEFORT FLIGNY – Disqualified at Le Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 7 September. Hard to trust but could surprise if staying on the trot
LE TAJ MAHAL – Disqualified at Vincennes over 2100m on 6 September. Needs major improvement to win this race so others are preferred
LOUSTIC VERT – A winner of a Class E at Ecommoy over 2750m on 31 August. Not fully barefoot this time but can complete a hat-trick
LIDO DE LOU – Showed some improvment when runner-up in Class E at Laval over 2850m on 29 August. Not easy to trust but can go one better
LE VOILA SAUTONNE – Disqualified at Enghien over 2875m on 30 July. Did win his penultimate start and is capable of an upset
LE GRISBI – Disqualified at Landivisiau over 2600m on 7 September. Probably needs to find a few lengths to win this race
LOVELY DREAM – Has struggled of late and finished 14th in a Class D at Laval over 2850m on 26 June. Capable of better but others make more appeal
LADY AURELIA – Only modest of late and finished 5th in Class E at Bernay over 2800m on 31 August. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
LILI DU CHERISAY – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest at Le Mont-Saint-Michel over 2600m on 17 August. Capable of a suprise when staying on the trot
LINO DU POMMEREUX – Showed some improvement when 4th in Class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 25 July. Could play a minor role at best
Summary: LIGNEE VENDEENNE (2) has done very little wrong all year and should make a bold bid to beat these rivals. LOUSTIC VERT (7) has shown vast improvement of late and did win at this track in his penultimate start, so could complete his hat-trick. LIDO DE LOU (8) is not easy to trust but did get close at Laval and has claims once again. LUXOR DE MARZY (4) was in very good form before faulting at this track and would not be a surprise winner.
SELECTIONS
LUMINOSO JYL (3) – LOUSTIC VERT (7) – LIDO DE LOU (8) – LUXOR DE MARZY (4)
C6 – PRIX PMU CHEZ LES COPAINS – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class F Amateur Riders – Harness – EUR € 18,500
JUNINHO – Only modest of late and finished 5th in class F at Landivisiau over 2600m on 7 September when barefoot. Not this time and needs to find a few lengths to win
JACK WIJUDECY – Disqualified in class F at Pornichet-La Baule over 2725m on 31 July. Has major disqualification issues and is best watched for now
JOLIE BREIZH RUSH – Disappointing last run when unplaced in Class F at Agon-Coutainville over 3450m on 31 August. Capable of better and could play a minor role
JEWEL OF SEBHA – Disqualified twice in a rwo, the latest in class G at Graignes over 2700m on 6 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
JOYCE D’YVI – Finished 9th in class E at Landivisiau over 3200m on 7 September. Remains barefoot but is on a long losing streak. Others aree preferred
JESS D’ANARDEL – Disqualified in class G at Royan La Palmyre over 2475m on 31 August. Hard to trust and is probably best watched for now
JAG DE LAYE – Has lost the way and was 9th in class F at Craon over 2775m on 7 September. Has disqualification issues and others make more appeal
JACKPOT D’AXEL – Only modest of late and was 8th in class F at La Capelle over 2700m on 5 September. Capable of better and is not out of it
JOYAU DU PASSAGE – Battling to find best form and finished 10th in class F at Craon over 2775m on 7 September. Needs to do more to win this race
JHALA LAUAR – In good shape and was runner-up in class F at Moulins-Le Marche over 2800m on 14 September. Should be competitive in this line-up
JOBIC KERGWEN – Victorious in Class E at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2775m on 27 August when barefoot. Not this time but can bea threat on hat-trick attempt
JALAPA DU BUISSON – Has struggled of late and was 11th in Class F at Cabourg over 2725m on 4 July. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
JAVOTTE MADRIK – Not reliable and finished 12th in class E at Craon over 2775m on 7 September. Capable of contesting the finish when in the right mood
JIM DU PALAIS – Disqualified in class E at Rambouillet over 2800m on 7 September. Victorious in May and can bounce back to beat these rivals on this surface
JOYCE DREAM – Knocking very hard at the door and was runner-up in class E at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2150m on 11 September. Can go one better
JUPITER DE MAISY – Disqualified in class E at Laval over 2850m on 15 September. Returns barefoot and was very consistent before that. Has claims
Summary: JIM DU PALAIS (14) faulted at Rambouillet earlier this month. He is at his best on this surface and gets a narrow vote to score. JOYCE DREAM (15) was runner-up over this track and trip in her penultimate start. She followed that up with another runner-up performance and can go one better. JUPITER DE MAISY (16) will strip fitter after faulting at Laval and could be a threat. JAVOTTE MADRIK (13) is not reliable but is better judged on her good penultimate run and is not to be ruled out.
SELECTIONS
JIM DU PALAIS (14) – JOYCE DREAM (15) – JUPITER DE MAISY (16) – JAVOTTE MADRIK (13)
C7 – PRIX HENRI-GEORGES MENAGER – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 20,000
MISSING YOU – Showed some improvement and was 5th in class F at Carentan over 2850m on 15 August. Hard to trust and others make more appeal
MARTEL PIERJI – Disqualified in class F at Laval over 2850m on 5 September. Not easy trust but is capable of making the frame
MAISY DU DONJON – Victorious in Class G at Laval over 2850m on 24 August. Looked good when scoring on debut and can follow up
MELODICA BELLA – Victorious in Class G at Laval over 2850m on 24 August. A good debut and can challenge for top honours again
MYSTIC HAUFOR – Victorious in Class G at Laval over 2850m on 24 August. Showed promise when winning on debut and should be a big threat
MINYA KONKA – Holding form and finished 4th in class F at Rambouillet over 2000m on 7 September. Can get involved with the finish once again
MITSUKI DU BOURG – Only modest of late and was 6th in class F at La Ferte-Vidame over 2750m on 24 August. Victorious in July and is capable of an upset
MISTRAL DU PORET – Showed some improvement when runner-up in class F at Sable-sur-Sarthe over 2825m on 8 June. Might play a minor role at very best
MARCELLO – Disqualified in class E at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2650m on 4 September. Has major disqualification issues and others are preferred
MARSTON VICTORY – Has some fair form and finished 4th in class E at Laval over 2850m on 5 September. Yet to win a race but might play a minor role
MERVEILLE MIKA – Only modest of late and finished 5th in class E at Chartres over 2800m on 12 September. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
Summary: MAISY DU DONJON (3) impressed when winning at Laval on debut and, with Eric Raffin booked, can double up. MYSTIC HAUFOR (5) won over the same course and distance on the same day as that rival and should be a threat. MELODICA BELLA (4) also scored over that track and trip on debut that day and must be respected. MARTEL PIERJI (2) is not easy to trust but has run some nice races when staying in stride, so can also contest the finish.
SELECTIONS
MAISY DU DONJON (3) – MYSTIC HAUFOR (5) – MELODICA BELLA (4) – MARTEL PIERJI (2)
C8 – PRIX PMU CH’TI BREIZH – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class F Amateur Drivers – Harness – EUR € 6,000
HORYVIL DES MOYEUX – Did not show his best when 12th in class G at Vincennes over 2850m on 2 September. Capable of better but others make more appeal
IBIS DU LYS – Unreliable and was 9th in class G at Vincennes over 2850m on 2 September. Hard to trust but can pop up in a place when in the right mood
HAUGAIN – Unreliable and finished 10th in class F over this track and trip on 28 August. Not easy to trust but has a place chance
HERMINE SIMARDIERE – In good form and was 3rd in class G at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2150m on 11 September. Barefoot and can earn some money
INGLORIOUS – Did not show his best when 8th in class F at Meslay-du-Maine over 2850m on 10 September. Could be the surprise package of the race
HADDOCK D’ECOUVES – In good shape and was 3rd in class F at Meslay-du-Maine over 2850m on 10 September. Victorious in July and can be a threat
IVOIRE D’AUTHISE – Only modest of late and finished 5th in class H at Thouars over 2700m on 24 August. Unreliable and others are preferred
INTRIGUE DE VIETTE – In good shape and was 3rd in class F at Graignes over 2700m on 6 September. Has a place chance in this line-up
HERMES DE L’ISAC – Has really struggled of late and finished 10th in class F at Nort-sur-Erdre over 3100m on 7 September. Needs major improvement to win
HISTOIRE DE LIERRE – Unreliable and finished 12th in class F over this track and trip on 28 August. Victorious in July and can be competitive once again
IVAN DE L’ERDRE – Victorious in Class G at Laval over 2850m on 5 September. Remains barefoot and can follow up in this line-up
HARIBO DE REGO – Very consistent and was runner up in class G at Laval over 2850m on 5 September. Fitter this time and can go one better
HYROPHARE – Holding form and finished 4th in class G at Laval over 2850m on 5 September. Capable of playing a minor role
GOOD COMPUTER – Has improved of late and was 4th in class F at Meslay-du-Maine over 2850m on 10 September. Could earn some more money
FIFTY WINNER – Only moderate of late and was 12th in class F at Laval over 2650m on 24 August. Needs to find a few lengths to win
HIGH MONEY D’AVRAN – Showed some improvement when 3rd in class F over this course and distance on 28 August. Capable of making the frame
Summary: A very open-lucky last race. HARIBO DE REGO (12) will strip fitter after a good last run and gets the narrow vote to score. IVAN DE L’ERDRE (11) broke a long losing run when winning at Laval earlier this month, and the boost to his confidence could spark a follow-up win. HISTOIRE DE LIERRE (10) has been unreliable all year but is quite capable of winning when in the right frame of mind. HIGH MONEY D’AVRAN (16) showed some improvement and could break a very long losing streak.
SELECTIONS
HARIBO DE REGO (12) – IVAN DE L’ERDRE (11) – HISTOIRE DE LIERRE (10) – HIGH MONEY D’AVRAN (16)
R5 VICHY [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DU CHER – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 26,000

KIKI – Bounced back to form when a runner-up in class E at Castéra-Verduzan over 2800m on 29 June. Can go one better this time
KING OF DAY – Disappointing form of late and was unplaced in class F at Laval over 2850m on 5 September. Reverts to barefoot and could be a threat this time
KAID DU WALLON – Usually competitive and was third in a class F mounted race at Cabourg over 2750m on 29 August. Remains barefoot and should be right there at the finish
KERIDO D’ALOUETTE – Disappointing form of late and ran 9th in class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 8 August. Capable of better and is not out of it
KAISER BEGONIA – Has some fair form and was not disgraced when fifth in class E at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2500m on 28 July. Can contest the finish
KARAYAN DES IRIS – Has only been modest of late and finished 6th in class E at Lignieres over 2775m on 13 July. Not barefoot and more is needed to win this race
KARMA DE MONTCIANT – Has some fair form and finished fifth in class F at Aix-les-Bains over 2700m on 9 August. Capable of earning some minor money
KATHEO WINDER – Disqualified in class E at Dozule over 2900m on 20 August. Remains barefoot and has won three times this year. Can upset
KARTA KING – Disqualified in class F at Castelsarrasin over 2375m on 14 September. Reverts to barefoot but is hard to trust and others are preferred
KINGLY DREAMS – Disappointing last run when 10th in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 5 September. Capable of a surprise on best form
KID PADDLE – Only modest form of late and finished 7th in class E at Paray-le-Monial over 2625m on 1 June. Not barefoot this time and others make more appeal
Summary: KIKI (1) has had a good year so far, winning three times, and indicated at Castéra-Verduzan in June that another win could be forthcoming. KAISER BEGONIA (5) has disqualification issues and was better last year, but is not out of it. KERIDO D’ALOUETTE (4) is best judged on some good earlier wins this year and must be respected. KAID DU WALLON (3) continues to be very competitive and is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
KIKI (1) – KAISER BEGONIA (5) – KERIDO D’ALOUETTE (4) – KAID DU WALLON (3)
C2 – PX SELLERIE EQUIRACING(PX DE NOIRETABLE) – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 26,000
KASA DJANGA – Disappointing of late and finished 7th in class D at Compiegne over 2800m on 7 September. Probably better over further but is not out of it
KALINE DU CORTA – Only modest of late and finished 6th in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 5 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
KIRA DE CAHOT – Has some fair form and was fifth in class F at Cabourg over 2750m on 29 August. Reverts to barefoot and can contest the finish
KAMELIA VIVANCIERE – Disappointing last run when 6th in a class F at Graignes over 2725m on 30 August. Capable of better and could make the frame
KISS ME MATCH – Disqualified in class F at Royan La Palmyre over 2450m on 31 August. Unreliable and is hard to trust so others make more appeal
KAHINA DE FAEL – Much improved last run when third in class F at this track over 2800m on 13 September. Has a place chance in this line-up
KLASS DE DOMPIERRE – Returned to form with a good runner-up peformance in class E over this track and trip on 30 June. Big chance in this line-up
KELLY DE CERISY – Consistent of late and was fourth in class F at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 30 August. Remains barefoot and can play a minor role
KOETANE D’AVRIL – Only modest of late and ran 8th in class H at Cluny over 2700m on 31 August. Needs major improvement to win
Summary: KLASS DE DOMPIERRE (7) returns from a break but has been prepared for this race and gets the vote to score. KASA DJANGA (1) struggled twice on the grass, but those runs are best forgotten, and she will be a real threat this time around. KIRA DE CAHOT (3) has some fair recent form and can get involved in the finish. KAMELIA VIVANCIERE (4) is not reliable but has won twice this year and can shine again.
SELECTIONS
KLASS DE DOMPIERRE (7) – KASA DJANGA (1) – KIRA DE CAHOT (3) – KAMELIA VIVANCIERE (4)
C3 – PX JEFF DE BRUGES VICHY (PX DE STRASBOURG) – 2800m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 22,000
LELLAMIKA – In good shape and finished third in class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 26 August. Can get involved with the finish once again
LOUNA CHIC – Disqualified in class E at Saint-Galmier over 2000m on 23 August. Very hard to trust and is probably best watched for now
LADY PETTEVINIERE – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class E at Le Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 7 September. Reverts to barefoot but others make more appeal
LILIBETH SMART – Disappointing of late and finished 9th in class E at Laval over 2850m on 29 August. Capable of better but others are preferred
LIEUTENANT COLUMBO – Disqualified in class E at Cabourg over 2725m on 19 August. In good form before that and can be a threat if smart this time
LAZZARO THE BEST – Unreliable and ran 8th in class E at Divonne-les-Bains over 2600m on 21 August. Did better at this course before that and can make the frame
LAMPEE DES GOUJONS – Has some good recent form and finished third in class E at Saint-Galmier over 2000m on 23 August. Can be competitive in this line-up
LET IT BE PIPOL – Showed some improvement when third in class E at Saint-Galmier over 2000m on 23 August. Capable of better and is not out of it
LETTY D’ARGENVIERE – Holding form and finished fourth in class E at Saint-Galmier over 2000m on 23 August. Has a place chance in this line-up
LABLETTE JIHEM – Did not show her best when 7th in class D over this track and trip on 1 July. Did win over the same course and distance before that so can surprise
LILY JAC – In good shape and finished fourth in class F at Divonne-les-Bains over 2600m on 22 August. Might play a minor role
L’ARTISTE DE BOMO – Only modest this year and was 7th in class E at this track over 2150m on 30 June. Did better last year and can score
LOLITA DE JEMAX – Has struggled of late and finished 7th in class E at Saint-Galmier over 2000m on 23 August. Needs to find a few lengths to win
LIBERTY BOY – Disqualified in class E at Saint-Galmier over 2000m on 23 August. Yet to win and is hard to trust. Best watched for now
LEGENDE DU BUGEY – Disqualified four times in a row, the latest in class E at Saint-Galmier over 2000m on 23 August. Hard to trust but is capable of a surprise when smart
Summary: A weak race and anything is possible. L’ARTISTE DE BOMO (12) proved in need of both starts this year but would not be a surprise winner in this line-up. LELLAMIKA (1) has run some nice races since going barefoot and could be ready for a winning turn. LIEUTENANT COLUMBO (5) faulted last time out and has yet to win a race but is capable of troubling this line-up. LET IT BE PIPOL (8) showed improvement at Saint-Galmier and should be right there at the finish.
SELECTIONS
L’ARTISTE DE BOMO (12) – LELLAMIKA (1) – LIEUTENANT COLUMBO (5) – LET IT BE PIPOL (8)
C4 – PRIX BONVIN DESMERCIERES (PX DE CLOTURE) – 2800m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 22,000
MAX DU POMMEREUX – Has struggled of late and finished 6th in class E at Ecommoy over 2750m on 14 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
MARGOTIN – Has struggled of late late and finished 10th in class E at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2150m on 11 September. Capable of better but others make more appeal
MAYA DES CAILLONS – Disqualified in a class F at Rambouillet over 2000m on 7 September. Hard to trust and is probably best watched for now
MY NAME IS CHENU – Unreliable and was a runner-up in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2100m on 5 September. Has disqualification issues but can go one better
METALLICA SMART – Showed improvement when a winner in class F at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2775m on 20 August. Can follow up
MULAN DES HARAS – In good shape and finished fourth in class F at Oraison over 2200m on 14 September. Might play a minor role at very best
MOON NORMANDY – Returned to form and was fourth in class E at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2650m on 4 September. Not easy to trust but can win a race of this nature
MEETIC DE BEAULIEU – Unreliable but was runner-up in class F at Reims over 2500m on 30 August. Has disqualification issues but is capable of an upset if staying on the trot
MOGADOR JEALILY – Showed some promise when a runner-up on debut in class G at Feurs over 2100m on 7 September. Can contest the finish
MARGOT DE BETAN – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest in class E at Divonne-les-Bains over 2600m on 22 August. Hard to trust but could be the surprise package of the race if smart
MISTRAL DE CERISY – Has improved with each run and was third in class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 16 August. Can get involved with the finish once again
MAKEMYDAY – Disqualified in both starts, the latest in class G at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2775m on 25 July. Hard to trust and others are preferred
Summary: Alain Chavatte has a good hand to play in this race. MOON NORMANDY (7) has disqualification issues but has shown talent and can win a race like this. METALLICA SMART (5) demonstrated what she is capable of at Les Sables-d’Olonne and can double up as she continues to improve. MY NAME IS CHENU (4) has potential but also comes with major disqualification issues. MOGADOR JEALILY (9) ran well on debut and is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
MOON NORMANDY (7) – METALLICA SMART (5) – MY NAME IS CHENU (4) – MOGADOR JEALILY (9)
C5 – PX ALAIN DAVID ADS EVEN(PX JOEL DESPRES) – 2200m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 18,000
NECTAR DE CHANLECY – A two-year-old colt by Village Mystic out of Fast Destinée who makes his debut. His mother won once in 18 starts. Watch the betting
NINJA UP STAR – A two-year-old colt by Booster Winner out of Cagnotte who makes his debut. His Dam never won after 8 starts. Watch the betting
NOUVELLE MODE – A two-year-old filly by Ganay de Banville out of Vahiné du Vivier who makes her debut. Her mother won 3 of her 29 starts. Watch the betting
NEO VANILLA – Disqualified on debut in class F at Reims over 2550m on 14 September. Capable of improvement but others make more appeal
NEW ATOUT – Disqualified on debut in class E at Chateaubriant over 2400m on 14 September. rated by is connections and can bounce back to score if smart this time
NUIT DES LOUANGES – Only modest on debut when 9th in class F over this track and trip on 6 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
NANCY DE GOUYE – Only modest on debut when 7th in class F ove tthis course and distance on 6 September. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
NEMO DES BROUETS – Only modest on debut when 6th in class F over this track and trip on 6 September. Capable of improvement and could play a minor role
NEPAL MISA – Showed some improvement when fifth in class E at Saint-Malo over 2150m on 15 August. Can do even better this time
NOBLE COEUR – Ran well when fourth on debut in class F over this track and trip on 6 September. Should fight out the finish
NEEDREAM – Unreliable and finished 7th in class E at Chateaubriant over 2400m on 14 September. Capable of better and could make the frame
Summary: NEW ATOUT (5) faulted on his debut at Châteaubriant earlier this month. He is reportedly much better than that and can make amends to score this time around. NOBLE COEUR (10) has course and distance experience and was not disgraced on debut, so should be a real threat. NEPAL MISA (9) showed improvement second time out and should do even better this time. NEEDREAM (11) has experience and could be a lively danger to these rivals.
SELECTIONS
NEW ATOUT (5) – NOBLE COEUR (10) – NEPAL MISA (9) – NEEDREAM (11)
C6 – PX DE LA SUITE PONT DU CHATEAU (PX DE BOURBON-LANCY) – 2200m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Mounted – EUR € 25,000
MAESTRO DES GIRES – Disqualified in class E at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 23 August. Had to trust and others make more appeal in this line-up
MEMPHIS GRIFF – Disqualified in a class E at Feurs over 2225m on 7 September. Not easy to trust but can contest the finish when smart
MANY LOULOU – Kept to harness races and was runner-up in class F at Jullianges over 2450m on 24 August. Tougher task under the saddle
MUSIQUE AMOUR – Disqualified in a class E at Feurs over 2225m on 7 September. Has major disqualification issues but is capable of earning some money
MAKING TIME – Unreliable and finished fourth in a class E mounted race at Feurs over 2225m on 7 September. Might play a minor role
MISS DE COQUERIE – Unreliable but was runner-up in a class E mounted race at Feurs over 2225m on 7 September. Can be competitive when in the right mood
MAMZELL L’AVENTURE – In good form form and finished third in a class E mounted race at Caen over 2450m on 4 September. Has a place chance in this line-up
MELODIE DE FAEL – Disqualified in a class D mounted race at Vincennes over 2175m on 9 September. Did look good when scoring before that and is not out of it
MYRTILLE UP STAR – A winner in a class E mounted race at Trie-sur-Baïse over 2300m on 5 August. Unreliable and has a tougher task this time
MUSE DE VANDEL – Did not show her best when 7th in a class C harness race at this track over 2950m on 6 September. Has run well in a mounted race and could surprise
MADE IN FIVE – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a class C aharness race at Auch over 2700m on 25 August. Needs to find a few lengths to win
MAGGIOTTA – Holding form and finished fifth in a class E mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 27 August. Can make the frame
MACKER D’ERONVILLE – A winner in a class E mounted race at Feurs over 2225m on 7 September. Improving and can complete a hat-trick
MILTON BROWN – Unbeaten in two starts, the latest in a class D mounted race over this track and trip on 30 June. Can complete the treble
MALICIA – Showed improvement and was a winner in a class E mounted race at Cabourg over 2750m on 22 August. Can double up
Summary: MILTON BROWN (14) has won both his starts, the latest over this track and trip, and he has every chance of remaining unbeaten and completing his hat-trick. MACKER D’ERONVILLE (13) has improved markedly of late and impressed with some good wins under the saddle, so will not go down easily. MELODIE DE FAEL (8) is not reliable but has shown some talent and could be a threat. MALICIA (15) was a winner the only time she tried a mounted race and must be respected for that.
SELECTIONS
MILTON BROWN (14) – MACKER D’ERONVILLE (13) – MELODIE DE FAEL (8) – MALICIA (15)
C7 – PX HOTEL KYRIAD SPA (CRIT DE VITESSE VICHY) – 1609m (a1m) – Class D Amateur Drivers – Harness – EUR € 8,000
JAGUAR MARANCOURT – Disqualified in class C at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2000m on 22 August. Drops in class and can win a race like this
FILOU DU BERGER – Showed some improvement and was 6th in class D at this track over 2800m on 2 June. Remains barefoot and could play a minor role
IDEAL DE RIVRAY – Disappointing form of late and was unplaced in lass E at Villeréal over 2450m on 6 September. Capable of an upset on best form
HALTESS GRIFF – Very consistent and was third in a class E mounted race at Feurs over 2225m on 8 September. Can contest the finish again
GATSBY WIC – Finished 10th in class D at Cabourg over 2750m on 22 August. Reverts to barefoot and has run well over this course and distance. Has claims
HIANT DU VAL – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a class D at Jullianges over 2425m on 14 July. Not barefoot this time and others make more appeal
FERIA DU METZ – Disappointing form of late and was 9th in class E at Redon over 2950m on 7 September. Drops in distance but is not out of it
Summary: A very tricky lucky last race. JAGUAR MARANCOURT (1) is not easy to trust but does look the class animal of the race and can bounce back to beat these rivals. GATSBY WIC (5) has run well over this course and distance before and should be a real threat barefoot this time. HALTESS GRIFF (4) is very consistent and is likely to be competitive once again. FERIA DU METZ (7) drops in distance but would not be a surprise winner.
SELECTIONS – JAGUAR MARANCOURT (1) – GATSBY WIC (5) – HALTESS GRIFF (4) – FERIA DU METZ (7)

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