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French Selections Sunday 28th

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R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DELTA CAFES (PRIX DE CHAUMONT) – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 46,000

  1. LUCKY D’AURCY – 10th of 12, on first run since last December, in a Class D over track and trip mid-month and will have nothing to offer
  2. LOOKING D’AURCY – Last of 9, on return to competition, in a 2850m Class D here a week ago and can be ruled out
  3. LUCIFER DU CAIEU – Last but one behind LORD DE BANVILLE (7) in a 2100m Class C here 10 days ago, his first start since March, and with shoes on is unlikely to shake things up
  4. LOIC D’AVEL – 5th of 9, a place behind LE MAC (5), in a Class C under these conditions a month ago. Sports 4 pads for the first time, is very much at home over 2700m here, and looks competitively well in
  5. LE MAC – 4th over course and distance before running 3rd of 12, a place behind LEGACY JIEL (14), in a 2825m Chartres Class B on 12 September. Champion driver back in the bike and has a decent chance of making the frame
  6. LEXCELLENT DU METZ – Missed out by little in a 2100m Class D here on 9 September. Is proven here, races barefoot again, and is unlikely to disappoint
  7. LORD DE BANVILLE – Got back in the game 10 days ago when 5th of 8 finishers in a 2100m Class C here. Matthieu Abrivard reining this time but still not a concern
  8. LAMONT DU DOUET – Unraced since being eliminated in a 2250m Enghien monte Class C on 19 July, and best to hold off
  9. LE METEQUE – Opened his 2025 account in a 2775m Class C at Les Sables-d’Olonne early last month. Comes here fresh and while not a priority still merits respect
  10. LOBSTER DU BELLAY – 9th of 12 behind LEGACY JIEL (14) in a 2825m Chartres Class B conditioner earlier in the month. Is in competition-mode though and can contest the finish this time
  11. LICAR SOMOLLI – Won 2 in a row before running 2nd of 7 to LE METEQUE (9) in a 2775m Class C at Les Sables-d’Olonne early last month. Takes on a better lot here but should nevertheless hold his own
  12. LEMON FLEURY – Quickly eliminated in a 2750m Class B at Les Sables-d’Olonne 3.5 weeks ago. Goes barefoot this time but will have other ambitions
  13. LE JIBAY – 6th of 7 finishers in a 2875m Enghien Class C early last month. Comes here fresh, barefoot, and with Adrien Lamy in the bike, but others still easier to back
  14. LEGACY JIEL – Runner-up in last 2, latterly a place in front of LE MAC (5), in a 2825m Chartres Class B earlier in the month, and is unlikely to let the side down
  15. LORENZO BERRY – Quality element making first appearance since winning a 2175m Class C here last February. Is still in conditioning mode though and best to wait
  16. LEDZEP – Made amends for Cagnes elimination when dominating a 2525m Cavaillon Class C 9 days ago. Has solid Vincennes references and even though discovering 2700m here still looks the pick of the field
    Summary: Ideally-engaged at the limit of earnings after having imposed with authority at Cavaillon recently, LEDZEP (16) has already won for his driver and is thoroughly capable of doing so again. LOBSTER DU BELLAY (10) is plainly at his best though and will be competitively-shod for the first time, and reunited with David Thomain who won with him in Cabourg. LEXCELLENT DU METZ (6) has hardly put a foot out of line for 6 months and is confirmed under these conditions. LE MAC (5) has been improving all the while lately and has yet to disappoint for Eric Raffin.
    SELECTIONS
    LEDZEP (16) – LOBSTER DU BELLAY (10) – LEXCELLENT DU METZ (6) – LE MAC (5)
    C2 – PRIX FIDELIDADE ASSURANCES – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 46,000
  17. OIS TSCHIKAGO – Won over 1900m on comeback in Berlin-Mariendorf on 24 August, his 4th straight victory, but is taking on too much here
  18. KILGORE – Makes first appearance south of Scandinavia after finishing 7th of 11 over 2140m in Ostersund in early-August. New trainer will not give him a hard race and best to monitor this time
  19. KELLOU DES BRUMES – Scored smartly at Meslay-du-Maine before being eliminated in a 3000m Chateaubriant Class D 2 weeks ago. Is reunited with Eric Raffin but others still easier to support
  20. ERES DORIAL MAIL – Won a similar event across town in early-August before running 5th of 9 finishers, a place behind THE LION (11), in a Class D over track and trip late last month, and from the 4-spot will not be far from the action
  21. LOVEBIRD – 3rd of 8 in a 2700m Class B here a fortnight ago. Has been entrusted for the first time to Yoann Lebourgeois who can be confident of a competitive performance
  22. KASH DES RIOULTS – Left a good impression, on just 2nd start back, when 2nd of 10 in a 2675m Class E at Le Mont-Saint-Michel on 17 August. Barefoot as he was when 4th over track and trip in April, and will be worth watching
  23. ENAOZ – Complicated but capable Italian sort that won his only start under these conditions. Is barefoot for comeback, with JMB reining, but latest eliminations do little to inspire confidence
  24. EL DORADO BAR – Finished last but one, on return from a break, in a Class B under these conditions 10 days ago. Is no stranger to these shorter trips and, shod to preference this time, is not to be overlooked
  25. KANKAN – 3rd at La Rochelle before coming 2nd of 10 in a Class D over track and trip mid-month. Not ideally-drawn but in current shape will be no pushover last the business end of the race
  26. FARAMIR AS – Returns to Vincennes after being eliminated in a 2150m Argentan Class D in early-August. Boasts good speed, appreciates these conditions, and with application can make this his own
  27. THE LION – Quality nordic import that ran 4th of 9 finishers in a Class D under these conditions late last month. Has the 4 year-olds to deal with this time but still represents a respectable first-5 chance
  28. ESPRESSO ITALIA – Useful Italian raider returning to Paris after finishing unplaced over 2120m at San Siro earlier in the month. Eliminated on lone Vincennes start and is unlikely to shake things up
  29. KITKO DAIRPET – Showed improvement when 4th of 10 behind KANKAN (9) in a Class D over course and distance on 16 September. Pulled a 2nd row number but still has the wherewithal to finish close
  30. FOLLETOCAR – Made little impression over 2120m in Milan on 12 September. Not devoid of talent but has little love for Vincennes and can be passed over
  31. FORCE OF NATURE – 2nd of 11 over 2140m in Jagersro 3 weeks ago. Is barefoot with Mathieu Mottier in the bike, has previously won here, but the draw will do him no favours
  32. PURE STEEL – Good 2nd at Enghien before losing his action in a Class D under these conditions late last month. Unfavourably-positioned and can be ruled out
    Summary: Runner-up in both starts over course and distance after leaving his native Italy, FARAMIR AS (10) comes here fresh and even from the 2nd line can impose. Gabi Gelormini will still be keeping a keen eye on the widely-drawn, and reconfigured, KANKAN (9) who was beaten only by a very good horse here recently, and KITKO DAIRPET (13) who finished not far behind. LOVEBIRD (5) has been enjoying a fruitful run of form and the draw will only work to his advantage.
    SELECTIONS
    FARAMIR AS (10) – KANKAN (9) – KITKO DAIRPET (13) – LOVEBIRD (5)
    C3 – PX BANQUE CAIXA GERAL DEPOSITOS FRANCE – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 46,000
  33. FUNNY GIRL (ITY) – 2nd of 11 in a 2150m Argentan Class D on 9 August. Has been afforded ample time to recover and will not be available at 31-1 this time
  34. KARA POU RAFAL – Encouraged at Argentan before finishing 7th of 9 behind ELEGANZA AV (8) in a Class D over course and distance on 30 August, and is unlikely to make her presence felt
  35. LUNGA DES BROUSSES – Speedy filly that ran 3rd of 8 in a 2175m Class C here 3 weeks ago. Enjoys an excellent spot on the front line and must be considered a player
  36. LERIKA DU CHENE – Has shown marked improvement since starting to race barefoot, most recently winning a Class C under these conditions 9 days ago, and from the 4-spot is very easy to recommend
  37. KOSY D’ERONVILLE – 4th of 9 behind ELEGANZA AV (8) in a Class D over course and distance on 30 August. Handed the 5-spot and will have her supporters
  38. KLASSICA BLEUE – Comfortable winner in Cabourg before being eliminated in a 2750m Ecommoy Class B in late-August. Is hard to knock when applied though and should not be underestimated
  39. ELTYME – Reassuringly close 2nd of 8 in a 2150m Enghien Class D on 10 August. Has placed in 2 of 3 Vincennes runs but would have better prospects a level down
  40. ELEGANZA AV – 13th of 15 when prepping for this in a Class B over track and trip a fortnight ago. Goes barefoot for the occasion and even though breaking wide, still has a lot to offer
  41. ESTEREL GI – Faithful mare returning to Vincennes after finishing last of 5 in a mile conditioner in Turin 2 weeks ago. Has previously trotted 1’10”4 here and despite the draw could well get her nose in front
  42. LISBETH DRY – Imposed on re-entry in late-August, comfortably winning over 2300m in Mons. Takes on a better lot here however and chances limited
  43. FIRST KISS BI – Has not been seen out since being eliminated in a 2850m Class D here last June, and is going to need the race
  44. RAGAZZA DU CHENE – Put in a solid performance, on first start for 5.5 months, when 5th of 9 behind ELEGANZA AV (8) in a Class D over course and distance on 30 August. Will have come on for the run and cannot be ruled out
  45. FINLANDIA TOR – Eliminated in last 2, latterly a 2150m Argentan Class D early last month, and has nothing to offer here
  46. QUEEN OF THE NIGHT – Failed to confirm Enghien effort when 6th of 9 behind ELEGANZA AV (8) in a Class D over course and distance on 30 August, and the draw only compounds matters
  47. KENISA – Fine 3rd of 13 in a Class E over course and distance on 12 September. Will not be available at 170-1 this time but will not be the most competitive either
  48. LOVE ME AGAIN – Last of 8 on re-entry behind LUNGA DES BROUSSES (3) in a 2175m Class C here 3 weeks ago. Is still being conditioned and best to keep one’s powder dry
    Summary: A capable Italian mare that won under these conditions during the spring, ESTEREL GI (9) may be starting wide but she runs barefoot and can wrap this up if Andrea Guzzinati successfully negotiates the start. Significantly better positioned-behind the car, and sharp course-and-distance winner recently, LERIKA DU CHENE (4) is easy to fancy, as is the similarly well-placed and in-form LUNGA DES BROUSSES (3) who put on a reassuringly good show here 3 weeks ago. FUNNY GIRL (ITY) (1) pleasantly surprised in Argentan and with form maintained will be no pushover.
    SELECTIONS
    ESTEREL GI (9) – LERIKA DU CHENE (4) – LUNGA DES BROUSSES (3) – FUNNY GIRL (ITY) (1)
    C4 – GRAND PRIX DU PORTUGAL (PRIX D’ARGELES) – 2850m (a2m) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 56,000
  49. HAND FULL – Excellent in 4 provincial runs before finishing last but one to NEO TURBO (2) in a 2100m Class E here last weekend, and would be preferred a level down
  50. NEO TURBO – Won 3 of last 4 starts, latterly a 2100m Class E with ease here a week ago. Alexandre Abrivard in the bike again and has a realistic chance of confirming
  51. HIBISCUS DE LATOM – Encouraged at Amiens before finishing 8th of 10 behind GARTH VADER (4) in a 2500m Reims Class E a fortnight ago and has no realistic chance
  52. GARTH VADER – 5th of 11 in a 2500m Reims Class E a fortnight ago. Arguably engaged the wrong tactics that day but is plainly better than that and Matthieu Abrivard will be keen to put things right
  53. HIP HOP DE MADKER – 4th of 7 finishers in a 3450m Agon Class E on 25 August. Has previously won under these conditions and with the help of David Thomain can play a part
  54. HALL BLACK MESS – Not the luckiest 7th of 10 finishers in a 2750m Cabourg Class D late last month. Boasts a decent barefoot record but still looks out of his depth
  55. FIGHTER SIMONI – Stayed on well to come 3rd of 12, a place behind HANDZARO DU BOCAGE (15), in a 2100m Class D here late last month. Is patently close to his race and will be reunited with Benjamin Rochard
  56. HERMES PAT – Takes a notable step up in category after running 2nd of 12 in a 2850m claimer over the inner track here last Tuesday, and is biting off more than he can chew
  57. HUGO DU BOURG – 7th of 10 in a 2100m Class D here on 5 September. Out of the picture in last 3 and, even racing barefoot, will first need to get his house in order
  58. HAJIME – Unopposed winner of a 2150m Cagnes Class E on 16 August. Has not put a foot wrong all year and is not about to start now. Chance
  59. HELECHO – Made up for Agon elimination when victorious in a 2400m Amiens Class D 3 weeks ago. Is not about to repeat but can still get in on the action
  60. HIPPOCRATE DU TRIO – 6th of 7 in a 2800m Rambouillet Class D last Sunday and is not about to influence the result
  61. HANA D’OCCAGNES – 7th of 9 finishers in a 2175m monte Class D here 3 weeks ago, but ran 4th over course and distance last month and is unlikely to be far off the mark
  62. HEAVEN STAR – 6th of 12, a place behind HAIKIDO (16), in a 3350m Pornichet Class E in late-July. Reverts to his formula of preference but still has more to find
  63. HANDZARO DU BOCAGE – 2nd of 12, at 15-1, in a 2100m Class D here on 30 August. Has never excelled under these conditions but can nonetheless hold his own
  64. HAIKIDO – Finished well to run 7th of 13 in a 2100m Class D here on 12 September. Guillaume Beaufils could not have wished for a better entry and will be hoping Franck Nivard takes advantage
    Summary: Not the luckiest at Reims two weeks ago, GARTH VADER (4) returns to a track he appreciates and if he takes to the specificity of the 2850m course, will be in a position to win this. That said, NEO TURBO (2) set his personal best time over shorter here last weekend and will be no soft touch. New to Vincennes but barefoot and plainly in rude health, HAJIME (10) must be considered a major player, as should FIGHTER SIMONI (7) who just had the measure of Matthieu Abrivard’s horse last time out. HAIKIDO (16) may not have been delivering lately but he benefits from an excellent entry here and Franck Nivard will be eager to get him back in the game.
    SELECTIONS
    GARTH VADER (4) – NEO TURBO (2) – HAJIME (10) – FIGHTER SIMONI (7)
    C5 – PRIX DES ELITES – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Gr1 – Mounted – EUR € 240,000
  65. LAGUNE – Non partante
  66. LAMBADA DU GOUTIER – Unsurprisingly eliminated in 2700m Gr.2 Prix Camille de Wazières here in early-September and can expect to have few friends
  67. LOLITA BOURBON – Makes monte bow after running 4th of 13 in a 2150m Enghien Class C in early-July. Has evident ability but still seems to be facing a stiff test
  68. LOVE LETTER – Quickly eliminated in a 2850m harness Gr.1 here 2 weeks ago. Unseen in the code since last November but showed considerable aptitude and, freshly-reconfigured, will have her supporters
  69. LIBERTE DU GOUTIER – Won monte debut in early-August before easily winning 2700m Gr.2 Prix Camille de Wazieres on 5 September. Is patently a high-class filly and looks main threat to L’ECRIN D’OR (11)
  70. LAPIS LAZULI – Well-beaten last of 7 in Prix Camille de Wazières earlier this month and can be confidently disregarded
  71. LOUVE DE REVE D’OR – Debuts in the discipline after running 5th of 11 finishers in 2850m Gr.1 Criterium des 4 Ans a fortnight ago. Benjamin Rochard has been bullish but understands that this depends on getting his filly off on the right foot
  72. LIONHEART – 3rd in Prix du President then 5th of 7 finishers to LIBERTE DU GOUTIER (5), on re-entry, in 2700m Gr.2 Prix Camille de Wazieres on 5 September. Goes first-time barefoot and should not be underestimated
  73. LUCKY JACKSON – Out of the picture in last 4 harness starts, most recently eliminated in a 2825m Chartres Class B earlier in the month. Makes first appearance under the saddle for new trainer but others easier to trust
  74. LOVISSIME – 4th of 7 finishers to LIBERTE DU GOUTIER (5) in 2700m Gr.2 Prix Camille de Wazieres on 5 September. Will not be available at 36-1 this time and Guillaume Martin can be quietly confident
  75. L’ECRIN D’OR – 2nd of of 7 finishers to LIBERTE DU GOUTIER (5) when preparing for this in 2700m Gr.2 Prix Camille de Wazieres on 5 September. Barefoot as he was when victorious at Gr.1 level and will take all the beating
  76. LISBONNE DRY – Serious filly that was a surprisingly below-par 6th of 7 in Gr.2 race of reference. Sports pads this time and will be no soft touch if Paul Ploquin assures her initial strides
  77. LEXIE DE BANVILLE – Gr-1winning filly making first start since coming 4th of 13 to L’ECRIN D’OR (11) in 2850m Gr.1 Prix du President on 22 June. Is barefoot for comeback and, arguably better over longer, could still make first 5
    Summary: The 2025 edition of the Prix des Elites looks a proper cracker and while Gr.1 Prix du Président winner L’ECRIN D’OR (11), barefoot for the occasion, will be a tough nut to crack, he is still going to face considerable resistance from monte revelation, and recent Gr.2 Prix Camille de Wazieres winner, LIBERTE DU GOUTIER (5), and a reconfigured LISBONNE DRY (12) who should not be hastily-condemned for failing to deliver that day. It has taken some time but LOVISSIME (10) reassured on that occasion and must be taken more seriously this time around.
    SELECTIONS
    L’ECRIN D’OR (11) – LIBERTE DU GOUTIER (5) – LISBONNE DRY (12) – LOVISSIME (10)
    C6 – PRIX RADIO LATINA (PRIX OVIDIUS NASO) – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 75,000
  78. COOL KRONOS – Unreliable but was a good third in Class D over this track and trip on 19 September. Can be competitive once again
  79. HABIT DE SOIREE – Disappointing form of late and was 8th in this class at this track over 2850m on 30 August. Capable of better but others are preferred
  80. HURRICANE CARTER – In very good form and was runner-up in this class at this track over 2850m on 13 September. Be right there at the finish
  81. ILAYA – In good shape and finished fourth in this class at this track over 2850m on 13 September. Can make the frame
  82. ISOFOU DU CHENE – Returned to form and was barefoot and third in this class at this track over 2850m on 13 September. Big chance in this line-up
  83. TOTO BAROSSO – Not disgraced when 5th in this class at this track over 2850m on 13 September. Needs to do more to win this race
  84. ESTEBAN JIEL – Battling to find his best form and finished 5th at Avenches over 2350m on 14 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  85. HERADAMES – Unreliable but was victorious in Class A at Cabourg over 2750m on 18 July. Hard to trust but can double up if in the same mood
  86. HORATIUS D’ELA – Disqualified last time out at Meslay-du-Maine over 2850m on 10 September. Capable of contesting the finish when smart
  87. HERO SIBEY – Did not show his best when 12th in a Group 3 at Craon over 2775m on 8 September. Can get involved with the finish
    Summary: A competitive-looking race. ISOFOU DU CHENE (5) bounced back with a decent performance last time out and can do even better this time. HURRICANE CARTER (3) has won nearly half of his starts and is quite capable of adding another victory. He remains in very good form. COOL KRONOS (1) has not been reliable of late but did recently run well over this track and trip. HORATIUS D’ELA (9) suffered a rare disqualification at Meslay-du-Maine and can contest the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    ISOFOU DU CHENE (5) – HURRICANE CARTER (3) – COOL KRONOS (1) – HORATIUS D’ELA (9)
    C7 – PRIX DE GAILLON – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 60,000
  88. JOLVIK DE GUEZ – Has struggled of late and finished tenth in this class over 2100m on 23 January. Likely to need this run returning from a break
  89. KIKI AND CO – Has won both his two starts this year, the latest in Class C at this track over 2850m on 18 January. Could need this run returning from a break
  90. JAMAICA BROWN – Proved in need of her only run of this year when 14th in a Class C over this course and distance on 18 September. Could need this run as well
  91. KEMIA DU CHENE – Unreliable and finished 11th in this class at Feurs over 2850m on 8 September. Capable of an upset this distance
  92. IRON DU GERS – Did not show his best when 12th in Class D over this track and trip on 19 September. Needs to do more to win this race
  93. JAPAROV LIRE – Did not show his best when barefoot and 9th in a Class D at this track over 2100m on 5 September. Remains without shoes and can surprise this distance
  94. KNOCKONWOOD – Disqualified in his last four starts, the latest at this track over 2850m on 6 September. Hard to trust and others are preferred
  95. KARAKA WOOD – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a Group 2 mounted race at this track over 2850m on 13 September. Capable of earning some money
  96. JOS MAZA – In very good form and was victorious last time out at Wolvega over 2600m on 11 September, Tougher task this time but might make the frame
  97. KELLE BEAUTE – Did not show her best when 8th in Class A at this track over 2850m on 6 September. Better judged on her good penultimate start. Has claims
  98. KARAMBAR – Returned to form with a barefoot win on this class at this track over 2850m on 6 September. Remains without shoes and can follow up
  99. KOBAYASHI – Unreliable and was 8th in a Group 2 at this track over 2150m on 16 August. Better this distance and can contest the finish
  100. INSTINCT D’AM – Has struggled this year and was unplaced in a Group 3 at Meslay-du-Maine over 2850m on 10 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  101. KAVIARISSIME – Not easy to trust and finished 9th in a Group 3 at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 10 September. Capable of popping up in a place when in the mood
    Summary: KARAMBAR (11) does his best when racing without shoes and was a good winner last time out. He can follow up if in the same mood. KOBAYASHI (12) has a mixed bag of form this year but is capable of winning a race of this nature. KELLE BEAUTE (10) has not won for some time but did put in a good effort in her penultimate start and is not out of it. JOS MAZA (9) has been very good of late, but this is a tougher race.
    SELECTIONS
    KARAMBAR (11) – KOBAYASHI (12) – KELLE BEAUTE (10) – JOS MAZA (9)
    C8 – PRIX D’ARLES – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Mounted – EUR € 59,000
  102. HEROIC PARK – Struggling to find best form and finished 6th in a Class D mounted race at Laval over 2850m on 15 September. More is needed to beat these rivals
  103. GO GARFIELD – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a Class F harness race at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 8 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  104. HARENA DE MARZY – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest at Laval over 2650m on 5 September. Needs major improvement to win
  105. HENZO DE CARSI – Has been kept to harness races this year and was victorious in Class D at this track over 2100m on 12 September. Very consistent and has claims
  106. HATE YOU BEYLEV – Returned to form with a good runner-up performance in a Class R mounted race at this track over 2200m on 5 September. Remains barefoot and could make the frame
  107. HANIELLE CREPIN – Did not show her best when 6th in a Class D mounted race at Pornichet-La Baule over 2725m on 31 July. Better this distance but is not out of it
  108. HADDOCK DU CLOS – Very consistent under the saddle and was runner-up in a Class D mounted race over this course and distance on 6 September. Big chance in this line-up
  109. HADRIEN – Has been kept to harness races for some time now and was unplaced last time out in Class E at Ecommoy over 2750m on 14 September. Could surprise back in a mounted race
  110. HEADLINE FAC – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a Class E mouted race at Divonne-les-Bains over 2675m on 21 August. Can get into the mix of things
  111. HUMOUR FESTIF – Disqualified last time out in a harness race at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 14 September. Can do better back under the saddle and has a place chance
  112. HIMALAYA NARCY – Has struggled of late and was 13th in a Class C at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 15 September. Capable of an upset back under the saddle
  113. HERMES D’ECROVILLE – Kept to harness races and finished 11th in Class D at this track over 2100m on 12 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
    Summary: A very competitive-looking race. HADDOCK DU CLOS (7) continues to improve under the saddle and can go one better this time. HENZO DE CARSI (4) is very game and consistent and could be a serious threat returning to a mounted race after some time. HANIELLE CREPIN (6) is at her best over this type of distance and could also be a threat. HATE YOU BEYLEV (5) has disqualification issues but can contest the finish when in the right mood.
    SELECTIONS
    HADDOCK DU CLOS (7) – HENZO DE CARSI (4) – HANIELLE CREPIN (6) – HATE YOU BEYLEV (5)
    C9 – PRIX DE TROYES – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Gr3 – Harness – EUR € 70,000
  114. MISTRAL CASTELLE – Very consistent and finished third in a Group 3 over this track and trip on 23 August. Be right there at the finish
  115. MONEYTIME FLAC – A winner of his last three starts, the latest in Class A at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 23 August. Can win again
  116. MISSANDEI – Unreliable of late and finished tenth in a Group 1 over this track and trip on 13 September. Capable of better but others make more appeal
  117. MISTRAL DU GOUTIER – Dis not show his best when 7th in a Group 1 over this course and distance on 13 September. Capable of an upset
  118. MAESTRO RIVER – Has major disqualification issues and faulted last time out at this course over 2700m on 13 September. Can score if smart
  119. MELBA DU GERS – Not disgraced when 5th in a Group 2 over this course and distance on 25 January. Returns from a break and is not out of it
  120. MY PRINCESS – Has disqualification issues and faulted last time out at this track over 2700m on 12 September. Not easy to trust but might play a minor role
  121. MADEMOISELLE JANE – Has only been modest of late and finished 6th in a Group 2 mounted race over this track and trip on 12 September. Capable of better and can be a threat
    Summary: A very competitive lucky last race where none of them can safely be ruled out. MAESTRO RIVER (5) is hard to trust but is quite capable of winning at this level. MONEYTIME FLAC (2) continues to improve and completed a hat-trick of wins last month, so must be respected. MISTRAL DU GOUTIER (4) is very consistent and ran well over this track and trip last month, so should be a threat. MADEMOISELLE JANE (8) has only one win to her name but can earn some more money.
    SELECTIONS
    MAESTRO RIVER (5) – MONEYTIME FLAC (2) – MISTRAL CASTELLE (1) – MADEMOISELLE JANE (8)
    R4 CRAON [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DOCTEUR GUY JALLOT – PRIX ASSELCO – 4100m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Steeple Chase – EUR € 26,000

  1. HERE WE GO – Unplaced last time, 2nd twice before that, the latter of them over 3900m in a handicap chase at Le Lion D’Angers on May 29th. Ought to be in the shake-up
  2. GRAND DISCOURS – Two unplaced runs since a 4th at Compiegne on April 2nd in a Class 2 handicap over 3850m. One to pay attention to
  3. HARTHUR DES OBEAUX – Good 2nd over 3700m at Craon in a Class 2 chase on September 8th on his chasing debut. Looks ready to win
  4. KIND OF MIX – Unplaced last time out, 4th previously over 3800m at Vittel on July 25th in a Class 2 hurdle. Can make the top-four
  5. LOWRY – Ran well to be 3rd over 3700m in a Class 2 chase at Craon on September 8th on the latest start, 2nd twice over fences in February. Live chance
  6. STYLE DE BATHY – Three placed runs of late, 4th on the most recent over 3700m at Craon on August 23rd in a handicap chase. Place contender
  7. LE CHAMP DU CYGNE – Several unplaced recent efforts, 6th over 3400m at Lyon Parilly on September 16th in a handicap chase on the latest. Looks vulnerable
  8. ROYAL PONT AVEN – 5th on his last run over 3700m at this track in a Class 2 chase on September 8th. More is needed to be involved
  9. L’EPALE DE TUNIS – Credible 4th on his last start over 3700m at Craon in a Class 2 chase on September 8th. One to consider each way
  10. LOLITA DU BREUIL – Four unplaced efforts this year, she failed to complete the course over 3400m in a Class 4 chase at Nort-Sur-Erdre on September 7th on her last start. Makes no appeal
    Summary: HARTHUR DES OBEAUX (3) produced a strong effort when finishing second over 3700m in a Class 2 chase at this track earlier in the month and looks poised to go one better today. LOWRY (5), who finished third in that same race on September 8th, shapes as the main danger, and the contest could come down to these two once again. GRAND DISCOURS (2) was a respectable fourth at Compiègne three starts ago and remains capable of getting involved. HERE WE GO (1) also merits inclusion on the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    HARTHUR DES OBEAUX (3) – LOWRY (5) – GRAND DISCOURS (2) – HERE WE GO (1)
    C2 – PRIX V AND B – HANDICAP DE CRAON – CHALLENGE APGO – 3000m (a2m) – TURF – Class 4 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,400
  11. KERDINA – Broke a long losig run when winning a handicap at Dax over this distance on 13 September. Carries a 1kg penalty and can follow up
  12. SIXUNION – Unreliable but was runner-up in a Conditions race at Guincamp over 2700m on 14 September. Better over shorter but might play a minor role
  13. GREASE – Has struggled of late and was 11th in a handicap at Angers over 3150m on 11 September. Capable of better but others are preferred
  14. JOSHUA MOON – Mostly consitent this year and was third in a handicap at Châteaubriant over 2650m on 21 August. Can be competitive once again
  15. DSCHINGIS HEIGHTS – Very consistent of late and finished third in a Conditions race at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2500m on 18 September. Just as good this distance but has yet to win a race
  16. JEAN DU DYP – Did not show his best when 9th in a Conditions race at Guincamp over 2700m on 14 September. First time in a handicap and could earn some money
  17. VIANETA – Disapointing recent form and finished 6th in a Conditions race at Guincamp over 2700m on 14 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  18. KAY DELA BARRIERE – Only modest of late and finished 5th in a Conditions race at Guincamp over 2700m on 14 September. Might needs to find a few lengths to win
  19. MONSIEUR GEORGE – Holding form and finished fourth in a handicap at Angers over 3150m on 11 September. Should contest the finish
  20. MY LORD – Battling to find best form and was 7th in a Conditions race at Niort over 2250m on 14 September. Needs to do a lot more to beat these rivals
  21. JOURDEGLOIREDARMOR – Did not show his best when unplaced in a Conditions hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m on 10 September 2024. Did much better on the flat but could need this run
  22. SUNBEAM – Has struggled of late and was 6th in a handicap at Châteaubriant over 2650m on 21 August. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  23. MUNAADRAM – Did not show her best when tenth in a handicap at Angers over 3150m on 11 September. Capable of earning some minor money
    Summary: KERDINA (1) returned to form with a very easy win at Dax over this distance and can follow up if in the same mood. JOSHUA MOON (4) was not disgraced at Châteaubriant last month and is always a threat at this level. DSCHINGIS HEIGHTS (5) has yet to win a race but is consistent, and his turn to score should not be far away. MONSIEUR GEORGE (9) has not won for some time now, but he is holding his form and can get involved in the finish once again.
    SELECTIONS
    KERDINA (1) – JOSHUA MOON (4) – DSCHINGIS HEIGHTS (5) – MONSIEUR GEORGE (9)
    C3 – PRIX BMA / ROMAIN TUAULT IMMOBILIER (PRIX OLIVIER D’ANDIGNE) – 3700m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Handicap – Steeple Chase – EUR € 26,000
  24. JAZZ ROQUE – Unplaced last time, 4th previously over 2850m at Sable-Sur-Sarthe on August 31st in a Class 4 flat race. He won over hurdles and fences earlier this year. Has to bounce back to form
  25. I AM A DOCTOR – 5th on his last run at Craon over 4100m on September 8th in a handicap chase. Capable performer who can be competitive
  26. KING DU MAFFRAY – Three decent efforts of late, a win over 3600m on May 3rd on his last start at Jallais in a Class 4 chase. Honest gelding who warrants respect
  27. NIGHT ARIA – Placed several times recently, 3rd on her last start over 4300m at Granville on August 24th in a handicap chase. Among the leading chances
  28. JOE DE TEILLEE – Placed 2nd on both runs last year, the latter over 4200m in a Class 4 chase at Meslay-Du-Maine on October 27th. Might need this after a layoff
  29. HADDEXA DES OBEAUX – Three unplaced efforts of late, well beaten over 4000m at Le Lion D’Angers on May 6th in a handicap chase. Others rate higher
  30. FAN OF SEA – Ran well to be 2nd at Granville over 4300m on August 24th in a handicap chase. Can have a say in proceedings
  31. IRON SACRE – Nice 2nd on his one start this year over 4200m at Nort-Sur-Erdre on September 7th in a Class 4 chase. Likely to be a live contender
  32. IMAGINE D’ALENE – Three decent placed efforts recently, 2nd on her last start at Craon over 4000m in a handicap chase on September 7th. Key chance
  33. JOYFULL – Four unplaced runs over fences recently, 7th at Compiegne on September 10th in a handicap chase on the most recent. Makes limited appeal
  34. IAKA – Several unplaced runs of late, He failed to finish over 3850m in a handicap chase on September 10th at Compiegne on the latter. Look elsewhere
  35. ROI D’OUDALLE – 5th on his one run over 3800m at Moulins on September 17th in a Class 1 handicap chase. Outside place contender at attractive odds
  36. INFANTE DE L’ISLE – Unplaced last time out, 4th previously over 3400m at Beaupreau in a Class 5 chase on August 24th. Opposable
    Summary: IMAGINE D’ALENE (9) could be the answer in this competitive handicap chase. She has been holding her form well and produced a strong effort when runner-up at Craon on September 7th in similar company. She is preferred ahead of I AM A DOCTOR (2), who looks a genuine threat after finishing fifth in a competitive handicap chase at this track last time. NIGHT ARIA (4) is consistent, with several recent placings, and has solid each-way claims. IRON SACRE (8) is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    IMAGINE D’ALENE (9) – I AM A DOCTOR (2) – NIGHT ARIA (4) – IRON SACRE (8)
    C4 – PRIX JUGE TP (PRIX VOLNEY) – 1650m (a1m) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 21,000
  37. WAPEKA – Not disgraced when 5th on debut in a Conditions race at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 1600m on 25 August. Should improve and is not out of it
  38. LE SENONNAIS – Only modest on debut when 6th in a Conditions race at Saint-Malo over 1800m on 29 August. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
  39. GLORIOUS CROSS – Did not show her best when 6th in a Conditions race over this track and trip on 6 September. A good debut before that and could earn some money
  40. ADVENTURA – Has struggled so far and finished 9th in a Conditions race over this track and trip on 6 September. Needs major improvement to win
  41. EAU DE ROSE – Finished a good third on debut in a Conditions race at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 31 August. Be right there at the finish
  42. POET’S LYRICS – Only found one better on the day when runner-up in a Conditions race over this track and trip on 6 September. Big chance in this line-up
  43. NISSAKIA – Did not show much on her debut when 8th in a Conditions race at Vichy. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
  44. INDIFFERENTE – Not disgraced when 5th in a Conditions race in Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 12 September. Capable of improvement and has claims
  45. NEWTON PARK – A two-year-old gelding by Al Wukair out of Octeville who is making his debut. His mother won 3 of his 12 starts. Watch the betting
  46. DHIFFUSHI – A two-year-old filly by Wooded out of Tejaara who is making her debut. Her Dam won once in 9 starts. Watch the betting
  47. NATURAL GAMES – A two-year–old filly by Churchill out of Otambura who is making her debut. Her mother won 3 of her 15 starts. Watch the betting
    Summary: POET’S LYRICS (6) was not disgraced on debut and did even better last time out over this track and trip. She can go one better this time. INDIFFERENTE (8) has produced some fair runs, looks open to improvement, and could be a threat to these rivals. WAPEKA (1) was not disgraced on debut and is likely to progress, so must be respected. EAU DE ROSE (5) was a well-beaten third at ParisLongchamp, but that form might be good enough to win a race of this nature.
    SELECTIONS
    POET’S LYRICS (6) – INDIFFERENTE (8) – WAPEKA (1) – EAU DE ROSE (5)
    C5 – PRIX HARAS DE BEAUMONT (PRIX DU POINT DU JOUR) – 1650m (a1m) – TURF – Listed – Flat – EUR € 47,600
  48. SAIDI EL FAL – Hat-trick seeking after some solid wins, the latest in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 27 July. Tougher task this time but has claims
  49. FAST RAAJ – Has only been modest of late and was 5th in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1400m on 24 August. Might play a minor role
  50. JEFF KOONS – Did not show his best when 11th in a handicap at Sandown Park over 1990m on 30 August. Did better before that and has a place chance
  51. NO LUNCH – May have needed his last run when 7th in a Group 3 at Deauville over 1600m on 30 August. Capable of an upset on best form
  52. LOVE RUSH – Not disgarced when 5th in a handicap at Deauville over 1600m on 10 August. Capable of making the frame
  53. LA PELEMOISE – Has some fair form of late and finished third in a Conditions race at Angers over 1600m on 22 September. More is needed to win this race
  54. EXCELLENT BELIEVE – Still improving and was runner-up in a Group 3 at Haydock Park over this distance on 6 September. Big chance in this line-up
  55. ALEM – Still progressing and was runner-up in a Listed race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 29 August. Be right there at the finish
  56. CHARENGO – Did not show his best when 8th in a Listed race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 29 August. Capable of better and is not out of it
    Summary: EXCELLENT BELIEVE (7) has ability and is still improving. He ran a cracker at Haydock Park earlier this month and should be the right one in this line-up. ALEM (8) has won three times in just seven starts and is still progressing, so can challenge for top honours. SAIDI EL FAL (1) is a dangerous sort when allowed to lead. This is a tougher race, but he is clearly not out of it. LOVE RUSH (5) needs to do more to beat these rivals but can make the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    EXCELLENT BELIEVE (7) – ALEM (8) – SAIDI EL FAL (1) – LOVE RUSH (5)
    C6 – PRIX CREDIT MUTUEL (PRIX DU VAL D’ATHEE) – 1300m (a6f1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400
  57. MINO PICO – Showed vast improvement when third in a handicap at Niort over 1400m on 14 September. Has claims in this line-up
  58. PICANES – Has struggled all year and was unplaced last time out in a handicap at Le Mans over 1400m on 12 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  59. BLUE DREAM – Bounced back to win his latest, a handicap at Niort over 1400m on 14 September. Carries a 2kg penalty but can follow up
  60. HAMARS – Unreliable but did finished third in a Conditions race at Aurillac over 1600m on 14 September. Tougher task in this line-up
  61. CAP SKIRRING – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up in a handicap at Niort over 1400m on 14 September. Be right there at the finish
  62. LADY PINK – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a handicap at Niort over 1400m on 14 September. Capable of better and has a place chance
  63. DIEPPE – Battling to regain her best form and finished tenth in a handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 1700m on 26 March. Likely to need this run returning from a break
  64. RED THE WEST – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a handicap at Nantes over 1600m on 22 May. Returns from a break but can contest the finish
  65. ROYAL VATI – Has struggled of late and finished 11th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 12 June. Might play a minor role
  66. PREDETERMINED – Unreliable of late and was 6th in a handicap at Le Mans over 1400m on 12 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  67. STRANGER – Showed some improvement when fourth in a claimer at Royan La Palmyre over 1600m on 20 September. More is needed to win this race
  68. SWEET DAMIANA – Has struggled all year and was 11th in a handicap at Niort over 1400m on 14 September. Needs major improvement to win
    Summary: There was not much between MINO PICO (1), BLUE DREAM (3), and CAP SKIRRING (5) when they met over a similar distance at Niort earlier this month. MINO PICO (1) does appeal as the right one for this race, with further improvement expected. BLUE DREAM (3) carries a penalty for beating those rivals but remains a threat. CAP SKIRRING (5) is threatening another win, though he does look a difficult horse to score with. RED THE WEST (8) returns from a break but also has claims.
    SELECTIONS
    MINO PICO (1) – BLUE DREAM (3) – CAP SKIRRING (5) – RED THE WEST (8)
    C7 – GRAND STEEPLE-CHASE DU CONSEIL DEPARTEMENTAL DE LA MAYENNE – 4200m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 1 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 69,000
  69. GO FAST DU BERLAIS – Won a Listed chase at this track in September 2024 and ran well when 3rd behind QUEL PATRON (3) in a Class 1 chase 21 days ago over track/trip. Key player
  70. BAHIOSUN – Five unplaced runs of late, 7th over 3800m in a Class 1 handicap chase at Moulins on September 17th on his last start. Out of form and best watched for now
  71. QUEL PATRON – Game success over 4200m in a Class 1 chase at this track on September 7th on his last start. Likes this track and can not be overlooked
  72. KERBOCHET – 5th on his last run over 4200m at Craon on September 7th in a Class 1 chase behind QUEL PATRON (3). Has to improve to turn that form around
  73. SURINFIL – Won on his last start over 3800m at Moulins on September 17th in a Class 1 handicap chase. He might not be as effective over this extended trip
  74. SLICE AND DICE – Two unplaced efforts of late, 2nd before that over 3800m at Les Sables on July 22nd in a Class 3 hurdle. Others make more appeal
  75. KABUKI A LA MOTTE – Two nice runs of late, a win over 4000m on May 6th on his penultimate run at Le Lion D’Angers in a handicap chase, and a 2nd over the same track over 4600m in a Class 1 chase on June 8th. Player
  76. FIDELE AU POSTE – Failed to finish last time out at Auteuil in a Listed chase over 4400m on May 17th, a win before that over 3500m at the same track in a Class 3 handicap chase in April. Can be opposed
  77. BRIAC D’ECHAL – Placed in his last three starts, 2nd on the most recent behind QUEL PATRON (3) in a Class 1 chase 21 days ago at this track/trip. Among the leading chances
  78. SACRED UNION – Two wins of late, the latter over 4100m at Craon on September 8th in a handicap chase. Hard to rule out
  79. SWING DU MATHAN – Two unplaced runs of late, 5th on her last start over 3600m at Clairefontaine on September 5th in a Class 4 hurdle. Back over fences looks like a positive
    Summary: GO FAST DU BERLAIS (1), a Listed chase winner over this track and trip in 2024, ran a solid race when third in a Class 1 chase here 21 days ago and looks tough to oppose at a track where he performs well. QUEL PATRON (3), who won that same contest, now meets GO FAST DU BERLAIS on 2kg worse terms, which could tip the balance. BRIAC D’ECHAL (9) finished between the pair in that race and must also be considered a serious player. SWING DU MATHAN (11) looks best of the remainder.
    SELECTIONS
    GO FAST DU BERLAIS (1) – QUEL PATRON (3) – BRIAC D’ECHAL (9) – SWING DU MATHAN (11)
    C8 – PRIX EQUIDIA (PRIX DE PARISLONGCHAMP) – 1300m (a6f1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
  80. MONSIEURVALCHOP – In good form and finished fourth in a handicap at Le Mans over 1400m on 12 September. On a long losing run but could break the ice
  81. JASMIN DORE – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1000m on 21 September. Needs to do a bit more to win over this distance
  82. JUST IN TIME GAME – Not disgraced when 5th in a Conditions race at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 14 September. Can contest the finish
  83. MIA BELLA – Has really struggled of late and was tenth in a handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers over 1400m on 29 September. Needs major improvement to win
  84. BAILEYS TOPAZE – Unreliable and finished 6th in a handicap at Le Mans over 1400m on 12 September. Might play a minor role
  85. JUMANO – Did not show his best when 11th in a handicap at Le Mans over 1400m on 12 September. Quite capable of bouncing back to score
  86. ALBERI – Holding form and finished third in a handicap at this course over 1600m on 6 September. Has a place chance in this line-up
  87. SLEIPNIR NORMANDY – Yet to win a race but is in good form and finished fourth in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 4 September. Should contest the finish
  88. CHILLI PRINCESS – Unreliable and was 6th in handicap at Saint-Malo over 1100m on 18 August. Capable of earning some money
  89. MR GOODNIGHT – Unreliable and was unplaced last time out in a handicap at Le Mans over 1400m on 12 September. Capable of better but others make more appeal
  90. TERANGA – Struggling to find best form and finished 8th in a handicap at Le Mans over 1400m on 12 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  91. ANDINO – Did not show his best when 8th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 15 September. Did win his penultimate start and is not out of it
    Summary: MONSIEURVALCHOP (1) has been in good form of late and is clearly capable of winning off this handicap mark. He does, however, need to break a long losing run. JUST IN TIME GAME (3) hinted at a return to form when not disgraced at ParisLongchamp and could be a threat. ANDINO (12) has been a bit unreliable of late but would not be a surprise winner. BAILEYS TOPAZE (5) is capable of better and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    MONSIEURVALCHOP (1) – JUST IN TIME GAME (3) – ANDINO (12) – BAILEYS TOPAZE (5)
    C9 – PRIX GO INTERIM (PRIX DE L’OUDON) – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 26,000
  92. VILLA LOUISE – Decent 2nd in a handicap hurdle over track and trip on September 8th when last seen. Can get off the mark today
  93. SOBEST – Placed 3rd on his last two runs, the most recent over 3600m in a Class 4 hurdle on September 5th. Capable of being on the premises
  94. CHOUCHOU D’ANJOU – Unplaced last time out over fences at Clairefontaine on June 17th in a Class 3 chase over 3700m. 3rd previously in a Class 3 chase in mid-May. Others seem better equipped
  95. SATCHMO – Five unplaced runs this year, the latter over 3600m at Auteuil when he was well beaten in a handicap hurdle on September 13th. A winner on debut on June 18th, 2024, over 3400m in a hurdle race at Clairefontaine. If back on song, he can figure
  96. QUEEN DE TEILLEE – Nice effort to finish 3rd in a handicap hurdle over the track and trip on September 8th, when last racing. One to pay close attention to
  97. PRECIOUS STAR – Placed 4th on her last run over 3700m at Vertou on August 31st in a hurdle race. She might find a few of these too smart
  98. LEGENDE D’AINAY – 5th on her one run this year over 3500m at Pau on January 29th in a Class 2 hurdle race. Tries a handicap, and if fit after a layoff, she can make her presence felt
  99. BIG ZOU – 9th in a handicap hurdle at Auteuil on September 13th on his last run, 3rd previously over 3400m at Dieppe on June 4th in a Class 3 hurdle race. Consider each way
  100. LEOPARD BLUE – Four unplaced runs, 8th on the latter over 3400m at Craon in a handicap hurdle. He needs to make vast progress to be involved
  101. LAMIRIK – Five lack-lustre efforts this year, 9th on the latest over 3600m in a Class 4 hurdle race on September 5th. One to steer clear of
    Summary: VILLA LOUISE (1) has progressed with racing and ran a strong second over course and distance earlier this month. She looks ready to shed her maiden tag and is narrowly preferred to QUEEN DE TEILLEE (5), who finished just behind her in third in that same race. With identical terms again, the pair are likely to fight out the finish. SOBEST (2) is a consistent type with two recent third-placed efforts and appeals as a solid each-way option. LEGENDE D’AINAY (7) heads the rest.
    SELECTIONS
    VILLA LOUISE (1) – QUEEN DE TEILLEE (5) – SOBEST (2) – LEGENDE D’AINAY (7)
    R5 AMIENS [R-H]

C1 – PRIX PMU + (PRIX YVES SAINT MARTIN) – 2200m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 15,600

  1. FAVOLO – Disappointing latest when unplaced over 2000m at Compiegne in Conditional Maiden on 21 May. He returns from a rest and may need the run
  2. REACH THE STARS – Finished behind Lady Danbury when ninth over 2400m at Compiegne in Class 3 Conditional on 16 September. Look elsewhere
  3. ESPRIT DE LA FORET – Finished seventh in first run this year over 2000m at Compiegne in Conditional Maiden on 16 September. He will strip fitter, but more is needed
  4. BRIVIDO MOON – Finished sixth over 2350m at Strasbourg in Handicap on 14 September. He is back in Maiden Company and can finish in the placings
  5. ART PIECE – Finished ninth over 2000m at Deauville in Conditional Maiden on 28 August. He has plenty of scope and can show good improvement
  6. MISSION D’ESPOIR – Unplaced in all three starts, the latest of which was over 2200m at Fontainebleau in Conditional Maiden on 1 March. Others are preferred
  7. SEVARA – Finished second over 2400m at Clairefontaine in Conditional Maiden on 8 August. She may be rewarded for consistency in this line-up
  8. DAME MEVANWI – Finished seventh over 2700m at Le Touquet in Conditional Maiden on 27 July. Well drawn but others have a stronger winning chance
  9. LADY DANBURY – Finished eighth on debut over 2400m at Compiegne in Class 3 Conditional on 16 September. Needs to show improvement
  10. SPRING LILY – Supplemented for this race. Finished fourth over 1800m at Saint-Malo in Conditional Maiden on 24 July. With luck in running, she should be involved
  11. SPANISH TOWER CEN – Unraced son of Australia out of the Head Chopper mare, London Tower. He hails from the Victoria Head yard and may produce a promising showing on debut
  12. WITCHES FAMILIAR – First-timer by Zarak out of the Nickname mare, Buck’s Babe. With a bit of luck from the widest draw, she may start her career on a positive note
  13. CYANN MONET – First-timer by Attendu out of the Muhtathir mare, Love Money. The mother has produced two winning foals, and an encouraging debut run is possible
  14. FEELINGNUIT – Supplemented for this race. Unraced daughter of Elm Park out of the Elusive Quality mare, Elusive Feeling. She jumps from pole position, and the betting market will be the best guide
    Summary: SEVARA (7) has been consistent and carries a nice galloping weight. She is the horse to beat in this line-up. SPANISH TOWER CEN (11) is an unraced son of Australia. He hails from the Victoria Head stable and may start his career on a positive note. SPRING LILY (10) was supplemented for this race. Her last two starts have been encouraging and with luck in running, she should be right there. CYANN MONET (13) is an unraced daughter of Attendu. She is well-bred and can produce a positive showing from a good draw.
    SELECTIONS
    SEVARA (7) – SPANISH TOWER CEN (11) – SPRING LILY (10) – CYANN MONET (13)
    C2 – PRIX DU POINT DE VENTE PMU LE KHEDIVE (PRIX EDOUARD ACKER) – 2200m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,400
  15. EMPRESS STAR – Unplaced in last two starts, the latest of which was over 1950m at Chateaubriant in Class 4 Handicap on 25 June. The rest may have been what she needed and chance on best form
  16. ZELINA – Finished ninth over 2500m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 30 August. Needs to find best form to feature
  17. LE GARDOLOT – Finished third over 2900m at Clairefontaine in Class 4 Handicap on 26 July. Drops back in trip and cannot be discounted
  18. WINGS OF FIRE – Is better than latest when unplaced over 2500m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 30 August. Big runner on previous form
  19. REACHING THE MOON – Finished seventh over 2000m at Strasbourg in Class 4 Handicap on 14 September. Others have a stronger winning chance
  20. SAN TEODORICO – Finished fourth over 1900m at Parislongchamp in Class 3 Handicap on 11 September. With luck in running, he should be the horse to beat in this field
  21. PREMIERE ETOILE – Won over 2100m in Belgium on 18 August. May be outgunned in this line-up
  22. HENRIETTA BLACK – Finished fourth over 2700m in Belgium on 2 September. May find it tough to win a race of this nature
  23. ALAMSAR – Finished sixth over 2000m at Vichy in Class 4 Handicap on 22 September. He is well drawn and is one of the leading contenders
  24. PIANTARELLA – Finished seventh over 1900m at Parislongchamp in Class 3 Handicap on 11 September. Can feature with luck in running
  25. NOBLE ANGEL – Finished fifth in last two starts, the latest of which was over 1800m at Croise-Laroche in Class 4 Handicap on 18 September. Place chance at best
  26. KENOR – First outing this year. Finished unplaced over 2200m at Chantilly in Class 3 Handicap on 26 October 2024. May be in need of this run
  27. SILVER CONDOR – Finished unplaced over 2500m at Deauville in Class 4 Handicap on 7 August. Look elsewhere
  28. LE CHAT BOTTE – Supplemented for this race. Won over 1600m at Compiegne in Class 4 Handicap on 24 September. Can follow up if this run has not come too soon
    Summary: SAN TEODORICO (6) comes off a decent fourth-place finish. With luck from his wide draw, he may be the one to beat. ALAMSAR (9) ran a fair race at Vichy last time and on best form shown, he should pose a massive threat in an open race. EMPRESS STAR (1) has been disappointing in her last two starts. She is better than those efforts suggest and if putting her best foot forward, she should have a say. WINGS OF FIRE (4) was supplemented for this race. He was disappointing last time but on previous form, he can show.
    SELECTIONS
    SAN TEODORICO (6) – ALAMSAR (9) – EMPRESS STAR (1) – WINGS OF FIRE (4)
    C3 – PRIX DU POINT DE VENTE PMU LE DREAM BAR (PRIX DE LONGPRE) – 1650m (a1m) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 14,600
  29. TONNANT – Finished fifth over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in Conditional Maiden on 2 September. He finished behind Artoa when third on debut
  30. ROMANCIER NOCTURNE – Finished eighth over 1950m at Le Mans in Conditional Maiden on 12 September. He has scope and can improve with luck in running
  31. KAPKAN – Supplemented for this race. Finished unplaced on debut over 1300m at Saint-Cloud in Conditional Unraced on 12 September. Needs to improve
  32. MELKISEDEK – Finished sixth over 1600m at Lyon Parilly in Conditional Unraced on 3 September. Has scope to improve
  33. MARIE JANE – Unplaced on debut in Conditional Unraced over 1600m at Deauville on 19 August. She would have come on from the run and good improvement is expected
  34. HATSLIANA – Unplaced over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in Handicap on 12 September. She can show on earlier form
  35. ROSA MIA – Improved when second over 1650m at Sable-Sur-Sarthe in Conditional Maiden on 31 August. Needs to confirm that effort to have a say here
  36. ARTOA – Produced a promising debut effort when second over 1800m at Clairefontaine in Conditional Maiden on 15 August. She should take a power of beating
  37. MIA FAST – Finished fourth in last two starts, the latest of which was over 1600m at Chantilly in Claimer on 5 September. Place chance in this line-up
  38. NAVACERRADA – Unplaced on debut over 1400m at Deauville in Unraced Conditional on 14 August. Will need to improve to have a say here
  39. ELISE – Finished sixth on debut over 1600m at Vittel in Conditional Maiden on 12 August. Should make the natural improvement
  40. NOBLE RED – Supplemented for this race. Finished ninth on debut over 1600m at Vittel in Conditional Maiden on 12 August. Look elsewhere
  41. NURLAT – Unraced son of De Treville out of the Samum mare, Elle Same. With a bit of luck from the wide draw, he can produce a promising showing on debut
  42. L’ESPELETTE – First-timer by Hot Streak out of the Timboroa mare, Marthamia. Overlook unless the betting market suggests otherwise
    Summary: ARTOA (8) finished strongly when second on debut and with the natural improvement that is expected, she can go one better. TONNANT (1) finished behind Artoa on debut. He has had one run since and has the scope to be involved. MARIE JANE (5) was disappointing on debut and would have come on from the outing. She carries a nice galloping weight and there should be good improvement to come from her. NURLAT (13) is an unraced son of De Treville and may be worth following from the start.
    SELECTIONS
    ARTOA (8) – TONNANT (1) – MARIE JANE (5) – NURLAT (13)
    C4 – PRIX DU POINT DE VENTE PMU L’USINE CAFE (PRIX DU STADE DE LA LICORNE) – 1650m (a1m) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
  43. BANDALIGHT – Won over 1400m at Niort in Class 3 Handicap on 14 September. In a good space and she can follow up
  44. EAGLE OFWATERVILLE – Finished unplaced over 1900m at Chantilly in Claimer on 5 September. He is equipped with blinkers and has scope to improve
  45. NIIA – Has good consistent form lines to her credit. Finished fourth over 1500m at Deauville in Handicap on 30 August. She may be the one to beat
  46. SANS REGRETS HEM – Finished unplaced over 1500m at Deauville in Handicap on 30 August. Is better than recent form suggests and would not be a shock winner
  47. FISFUL OF LOVE – Won over 1600m at Vittel in Handicap on 27 August. She jumps from pole position and has a place chance in this field
  48. TADUKHIPA – Finished sixth over 2400m at Parislongchamp in Handicap on 31 August. Big runner if finding form of penultimate outing
  49. KAOUASAKI – Three poor runs to date. Finished unplaced over 1600m at Chantilly in Conditional Maiden on 1 September. Needs to improve to have a say
  50. CHILLS – Finished ninth over 1850m at Vichy in Claimer on 17 July. Needs to show more to win this
  51. PURBRIGHT DRALLIV – Not much promise shown. Finished seventh over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in Handicap on 12 September. More needed to win
  52. LADY LUCK – Finished fifth over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in Handicap on 12 September. Will need luck in running from the wide draw
  53. LIKETHEWIND – Poor recent form. Finished unplaced over 1500m at Deauville in Handicap on 30 August. Others have a stronger winning chance
  54. MAYA CHOP – Is better than recent form. Finished behind Niia when seventh over 1500m at Deauville in Handicap on 30 August. May have to settle for the same result
  55. CIACCINO – Finished eighth over 1900m at Deauville in Handicap on 28 August. He gets the blinkers re-fitted and can win on his day
  56. ZERALDA – Poor form. Finished unplaced over 2000m at Compiegne in Handicap on 24 July. Look elsewhere
    Summary: NIIA (3) is in good form heading into this race. She meets the right field and may be the one to beat. She will have to be wary of MAYA CHOP (12) who beat her at the beginning of June at Argentan. With luck from the widest draw, she should be competitive. SANS REGRETS HEM (4) is inconsistent but on best form shown, she cannot be discounted. TADUKHIPA (6) is lightly raced and has plenty of scope. If finding the form of her penultimate run when second in a Handicap, she should be right there at the finish.
    SELECTIONS – NIIA (3) – MAYA CHOP (12) – SANS REGRETS HEM (4) – TADUKHIPA (6)

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