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R1 COMPIEGNE [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE BEAUNE – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 98,000

  1. LA DELIRANTE – She won over 3700m in a Class 2 chase at Auteuil on February 24th on her last start. Listed hurdle winner in November 2024 over 3600m. Key chance
  2. EARL OF SHANNON – Unplaced last time, 4th previously over 4300m at Nantes in a Class 1 chase on May 5th. Hard to recommend
  3. KINGPARK – Two unplaced runs of late, the latter over 3800m in a Listed chase at this track on September 10th. One to look at each way
  4. KASSEL ALLEN – Three unplaced runs of late, 4th previously over track/trip in a handicap hurdle on March 23rd. Makes limited appeal
  5. KHAL TYRON – Decent effort to be 3rd on the flat over 2400m at Lyon Parilly on September 9th on his last run. Hurdle winner in December 2024 at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 3500m. In the mix
  6. MICKDEBOMEC – Two wins of late, the latter over 3800m at Angers on September 11th in a Class 3 hurdle. Simon Planque is in the saddle again, and he will be dangerous if allowed to dictate the pace
  7. MAGIC FLIGHT – Unplaced last time, 4th previously over 3900m in a Class 1 chase at Dieppe on August 8th. Look for an alternative
  8. KIKOUNETTE – Placed on her last three runs, the latter over 3900m at this track in a Class 2 chase on April 22nd. Useful over hurdles and had two 3rd placed efforts over hurdles in March at this venue and Auteuil. Outside place chance
  9. STYLE D’EMIRS – Two unplaced runs recently, 4th previously over 2650m in a Class 4 handicap on the flat on July 23rd. He won over hurdles in January at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 3 race. More needed to feature
  10. ROSEFILLY HAS – Failed to complete the course over 3500m at Pau on Janaury 8th in a handicap hurdle on her last start. Back from a layoff and best watched
  11. AUTHOBELLO – Two unplaced runs since a win over 3900m at Toulouse on May 21st in a Class 3 hurdle. Can make the top four
  12. KEL STORY – Unplaced last time out, 3rd before that over 3600m in a Listed hurdle at Auteuil on May 27th. Class 1 handicap winner over hurdles on May 3rd at Auteuil. Can make the frame at nice odds
  13. KREMLIN – Unplaced last time out, 2nd previously over 3800m at Angers on March 22nd in a Class 3 hurdle. Enters calculations
  14. POMPANO – Decent 2nd two runs back at Auteuil in a Grade 3 hurdle on April 26th over 4300m. Ought to be in the shake-up
  15. CHARMAVEL – Ran well to be 2nd at Clairefontaine in a Class 4 hurdle on September 5th over 3600m. At the right end of the handicap to be involved
  16. TATOO – Unplaced last time out, a win previously over 3800m at Compiegne on March 24th in a Class 3 handicap hurdle. This will be more testing
  17. KATHLEEN – 2nd on the most recent start over 3800m at Vittel in a handicap hurdle on July 25th. Others seem more likely
  18. ZANHOWE – Unplaced last time out, 3rd previously over 3800m at Compiegne on May 14th in a handicap hurdle. Others rate higher
    Summary: LA DELIRANTE (1) could be the answer despite having top-weight to deal with. She scored over fences at Auteuil in a Class 2 race in late February when last seen. She can adapt back over hurdles. POMPANO (14) is at the right end of the handicap and can make the selection work after a second in a Grade 3 hurdle at Auteuil two runs back in April. MICKDEBOMEC (6) has won recently under Simon Planque and can have a say if allowed to control the pace. CHARMAVEL (15) looks well handicapped and is a solid each-way option. KHAL TYRON (5) is another to keep onside.
    SELECTIONS
    LA DELIRANTE (1) – POMPANO (14) – MICKDEBOMEC (6) – CHARMAVEL (15)
    C2 – PRIX DANIEL MERLE – 3450m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 2 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 55,000
  19. METRONOMIQUE – Recent success over 3450m at this track in a Class 2 chase on September 10th. Capable of following up
  20. KOFFI KOMET – Fell last time out, a win previously over 3500m at Dieppe on August 31st in a Class 2 chase. Player
  21. NICOS INVICTA – 5th on his last run over 3600m in a Listed hurdle at Auteuil on September 9th. Chasing debut and is one to watch for the time being
  22. TRIBUTARIES – Ran better when 2nd over 3400m at Saint-Malo on August 29th over hurdles in a Class 3 race. Tries fences and faces some tough rivals
  23. PRESENT DU BERLAIS – 7th on his last run over fences at Auteuil on September 9th over 3500m. Unlikely to threaten the principles
  24. MARY SHELLEY – Fair 2nd on her chase debut over 3450m at Compiegne on September 10th behind METRONOMIQUE (1). Has ground to find, but warrants respect
  25. MA STAR SIVOLA – Two 2nd placed runs so far, both over hurdles. The latter over 3400m in a Class 3 race at Dieppe on August 31st. Looks like she can do well over fences, and she will be well drilled
    Summary: METRONOMIQUE (1) was an impressive winner over course and distance on September 10th, landing a Class 2 chase by a commanding 7 lengths. He jumped fluently that day and looks well capable of following up. KOFFI KOMET (2) fell at Auteuil late last month but had shown enough before to suggest he can be competitive if none the worse for that mishap. MA STAR SIVOLA (7) has placed on both hurdle starts and should adapt well to fences, while MARY SHELLEY (6) is another to keep in mind.
    SELECTIONS
    METRONOMIQUE (1) – KOFFI KOMET (2) – MA STAR SIVOLA (7) – MARY SHELLEY (6)
    C3 – PRIX D’AIX – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 1 – Hurdles – EUR € 54,000
  26. MALIN DU MATHAN – Placed on all three runs, 4th on the latter over 3500m in a Listed hurdle at Auteuil on May 31st. Can make the frame
  27. DIABOLO VERT – Not quite up to Grade 3 class at this Auteuil on May 18th, but 2nd on debut over 3000m at the same track on April 20th was promising. He can make his presence felt
  28. MONGARY – Good debut to be 2nd at Auteuil on May 8th over 3000m in a Class 3 hurdle. Open to improvement and can get off the mark
  29. JUST HAPPY – 7th on her last run, a win before that over 3200m in a Class 2 hurdle at this track on April 7th. Others seem better equipped
  30. DRAGON DU BERLAIS – Nice success over 3000m at Fontainebleau on March 29th in a Class 4 hurdle. He is capable of a prominent role
  31. POSITIF – Fair debut when 4th at Angers in a Class 4 hurdle on September 11th. More is needed in a much stronger race
  32. NOIRE WULF – Two unplaced runs since a win on debut at Compiegne on May 14th over 3200m in a Class 2 hurdle. In the mix
    Summary: MONGARY (3) gets the vote after a pleasing second on his debut at this track in a Class 3 hurdle in May. He can step forward from that and get the better of the likely main threat DRAGON DU BERLAIS (5), who scored in March at Fontainebleau on his second start by 3.5L. DIABOLO VERT (2) was not quite up to Grade 3 class last time at this track, but warrants respect after a second on debut in April at Auteuil. NOIRE WULF (7) makes up the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    MONGARY (3) – DRAGON DU BERLAIS (5) – DIABOLO VERT (2) – NOIRE WULF (7)
    C4 – PRIX DE SALERS – 3900m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Claiming – Steeple Chase – EUR € 25,000
  33. HOKUSAI VALLIS – Unplaced last time, 4th previously over 4000m in a handicap chase at Craon on September 23rd and 2nd in a Class 1 handicap chase at Compiegne on May 7th over 3800m. Player
  34. PARISIMIX – Two wins of late, the latter over 3700m in a claiming chase at Auteuil on September 9th. Can get the hat-trick
  35. JEU DE PISTE – Several unplaced efforts over fences recently, 5th two runs back over 3500m in a handicap chase at Auteuil on May 31st. Ought to be thereabouts dropping in class
  36. BAT DRIM – Two failed efforts of late, where he did not complete the course, the latter over 4000m in a Class 4 chase at Ploermel on August 30th. Opposable
  37. KFE KREOL – Two unplaced runs this year, 5th on the latter over 3700m in a claiming chase at Auteuil on September 9th. Look elsewhere
  38. THE MUST – Four unplaced runs of late, he failed to complete the course over 4400m at Auteuil in a handicap chase on September 23rd. Makes no appeal
  39. MON EMPEROR – Failed to complete last time out on September 7th over fences, a win previously over 3800m at Dieppe in a claiming hurdle on August 31st was a decent effort. Can make the top three
  40. GREAT PARADE – Unplaced last time out, 4th before that over 3700m at Auteuil on September 9th in a claiming chase. Unlikely to be a threat
  41. JARATATA DU DORAT – Unplaced last time out, 3rd previously over 4000m at Orelans on June 1st in a claiming chase. Hard to recommend
    Summary: PARISIMIX (2) arrives in top form, having won his last two starts, including a narrow victory in a 3700m claiming chase at Auteuil last month. He looks well placed to complete the hat-trick. HOKUSAI VALLIS (1) poses a serious threat, a close second in a Class 1 handicap chase over this track in early May and continuing to run with credit since. MON EMPEROR (7) can be forgiven a below-par effort over fences last time and is capable of bouncing back. JEU DE PISTE (3) looks best of the rest.
    SELECTIONS
    PARISIMIX (2) – HOKUSAI VALLIS (1) – MON EMPEROR (7) – JEU DE PISTE (3)
    C5 – PRIX BUCHEUR – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 69,000
  42. ROOSTER CROWING – 5th on his last run 5 days ago in a Grade 3 hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m. He won three times before that run, two at Clairefontaine over 3600m in August, and one at Vichy on the flat. Merits consideration
  43. LE PETIT CHEVAL – He won a Listed hurdle over 3600m at Auteuil on September 13th on his last run. Capable of making the top three
  44. FEU DE DIEU – Two unplaced runs since a win over 3600m at this track in a Listed hurdle on March 24th. Others seem more likely
  45. LANCIER – Good form recently. A win on two runs back over 3600m at Auteuil in a Class 2 hurdle on May 17th, and followed up with a 2nd over 4100m at the same track in a Grade 3 hurdle 14 days later. Can be ready for this after a break
  46. TANTE ZENA – Fair 4th over 3600m in a Listed hurdle at Auteuil on September 18th on her last start. Can make her presence felt
  47. REIMS – Placed on all three runs this year, 3rd in a Listed hurdle at Compiegne on April 22nd on the latest over 3600m. Has work to do
  48. FAMILIAR – Flat winner. He has taken well to hurdling, a second first time out in July, and then a win over 3400m at Dieppe in a Class 3 hurdle on August 8th. Improving and warrants respect
    Summary: LANCIER (4) scored in May in a Class 2 hurdle at Auteuil and followed that with a solid second in the Prix Questarabad Hurdle (Grade 3) when beaten less than a length on May 31st over 4100m. He will be ready for this and is preferred ahead of FAMILIAR (7), who won on the flat and has looked like a smart recruit to hurdling. He won nicely at Dieppe in a Class 3 hurdle in early August on his second attempt over obstacles. TANTE ZENA (5) and ROOSTER CROWING (1) can duel for minor honours.
    SELECTIONS
    LANCIER (4) – FAMILIAR (7) – TANTE ZENA (5) – ROOSTER CROWING (1)
    C6 – PRIX DE LA GASCOGNE – 3800m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Gr3 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 130,000
  49. LE PHILOSOPHE – 4th over 4300m in a Grade 3 hurdle at Auteuil on May 31st last time out. Course winner over fences in November 2024 of the Grand Steeple-Chase De Compiegne. Merits consideration
  50. KASHDAM – Fair effort to be 2nd over 4400m in the Prix Des Drags (Grade 2) Chase at Auteuil on May 31st and a Grade 3 winner over fences in February at Auteuil. Hard to ignore
  51. KAMARO D’HUEZ – Classy operator, two wins in the Spring at this track over fences, the latter a Grade 3 on April 2nd over 4100m. Ran well to be 4th on the flat over 2400m on September 4th in a Group 1 AQ race at Parislongchamp. Key chance
  52. CELTIC WARRIOR – He has won his last two races, the latest a Listed chase at this track over 3800m on September 10th. One to keep onside
  53. GAME OF STORM – Ran well to be 2nd in a Listed chase on September 10th at this track over 3800m and won previously in the Prix Romati (Grade 3) Chase in May. Player
  54. LE LISTRAC – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 4100m in a Grade 3 chase at Compiegne on May 7th. Needs to be more consistent
  55. PISTACHE DORE – 5th last time out, a win previously over 4400m in a Listed chase at Auteuil on May 3rd. Place contender
  56. MILANNE – 5th last time out in October 2024, a win before that at Compiegne in a Listed chase in September 2024 over 3800m. Likes this racecourse but has fitness to prove
  57. GLORICE – 5th on the one run this year over 3900m in a Class 1 hurdle at Auteuil on September 9th. Faces a stiff task
  58. IMPRESSIVE – 3rd last time out, two wins before that, the latter over 3800m in a Class 4 hurdle at Vittel on August 27th. Grade 1 placed over fences in 2022. One to pay attention to
  59. KADOR DE CIERGUES – Placed 4th on his last two runs, the latter over 3900m in a Class 1 hurdle at Auteuil on September 9th. In the mix
  60. INNOVANTE – Won on the last start over 3400m over fences at Quakenbruck on September 7th. Hard to see her troubling some of these
    Summary: KAMARO D’HUEZ (3) enjoyed a productive spring, landing two wins over fences at this track, including the Prix Journaliste (Grade 3) over 4100m on April 2nd. He should be spot on for this after a solid fourth in a Group 1 AQ flat race at ParisLongchamp on September 4th and is taken to return to winning ways. GAME OF STORM (5), winner of the Prix Romati (Grade 3) in May and runner-up in a Listed chase last month, is a major danger. Both CELTIC WARRIOR (4) and KASHDAM (2) are proven performers over fences and should be involved at the business end.
    SELECTIONS
    KAMARO D’HUEZ (3) – GAME OF STORM (5) – CELTIC WARRIOR (4) – KASHDAM (2)
    C7 – PRIX BAY ARCHER – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 – Hurdles – EUR € 51,000
  61. LACCIO CONTI – Unplaced last time out over hurdles in May at Auteuil, a win previously over 3600m in a Class 4 hurdle at this track on April 7th. Hard to overlook
  62. LOUP BLOND – Won on his sole start over 3500m at Nantes on October 7th over hurdles. Open to improvement and can make the frame
  63. DARLING DE CHAMDOU – Two good runs, a win on debut over 3400m at Dieppe and a 2nd at the same track and trip in a Class 3 hurdle on June 4th. Key player
  64. CAPBELLO DINO – Fair 3rd on his second start over 3200m at Compiegne in a Class 2 hurdle on May 7th, 2024. Can be expected to be fit and can be competitive
  65. SHANYADAME – Two wins last year, the latter over 3400m in a Class 4 hurdle at Lyon Parilly on September 4th, 2024. Has over a year’s absence to overcome but runs well fresh
  66. WELL DESTINY – 6th on the one run over hurdles this year at Strasbourg over 3600m in a Class 4 event on September 14th. Placed twice on the flat over middle distances. Needs to improve a good deal to have a say
  67. ACES AND EIGHTS – Unraced gelding by Saint Des Saints, the dam won 2 races over jumps. Likely to improve for this debut run. The betting can be the best guide
  68. GOLIATH D’AUNOU – Unraced gelding by Goliath Du Berlais, the dam never ran. Looks good on paper and is best watched for any market support
  69. RAFFLES CIPRIANI – Fair debut 4th over 3600m at Compiegne on May 7th in a Class 3 hurdle. He will know more this time, but others seem better equipped
  70. DEMOISELLE DE PAIL – Unplaced last time out, 2nd previously over 3600m at Clairefontaine on July 16th in a Class 3 hurdle. Opposable
    Summary: DARLING DE CHAMDOU (3) has solid form with a win and a second-place run at Dieppe. The latter was in a Class 3 hurdle in early June. She will be fit to go after a layoff. SHANYADAME (5) won twice last year, the latter over 3400m at Lyon Parilly in September. She has over a year away from the track to deal with, which sways the balance in the former’s favour. CAPBELLO DINO (4) has also been off the track since May 2024. If ready, he can be involved. LACCIO CONTI (1) is also worth a mention.
    SELECTIONS
    DARLING DE CHAMDOU (3) – SHANYADAME (5) – CAPBELLO DINO (4) – LACCIO CONTI (1)
    C8 – PRIX NORTHERNTOWN – 3450m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 1 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 58,000
  71. KOTKIDINA – Placed on her last three runs, 3rd on the most recent over 3700m at Clairefontaine on July 28th. Has work to do in a competitive race
  72. BELIZE – Won last time over 3900m in a Class 1 chase at Clairefontaine on August 27th. Honest performer who warrants respect
  73. LORENZO CONTI – Two wins over fences in June, a Class 4 at Wissembourg and a handicap at Craon. Nice 3rd over 3450m in a Class 3 chase at this track in September. Player
  74. LOLA DES MOTTES – 6th on her last run over 3500m at Auteuil on September 18th in a Class 2 chase. She won three chases in April and May. This is more challenging
  75. MOONRAKER CHIC – Unplaced last time out over 3600m in a Listed hurdle at Auteuil on May 17th. Unlikely to trouble the main protagonists
  76. NEVA – Three unplaced runs of late, the latter when failing to complete the course at Auteuil on May 18th in a Grade 1 chase over 4400m. Others preferred
  77. LOVELY GUY – Unplaced last time over hurdles, a win before that over 3500m at Pau on February 9th in a Listed hurdle. Chasing debut and is one to keep safe
  78. LACOKOKELDY – Solid form this year, a win over hurdles in March at this track, and three placed runs since. 3rd over 3600m in a Class 2 chase at Auteuil on the latter on September 13th. Live contender
    Summary: LACOKOKELDY (8) made an excellent start to her hurdling career with two wins at this track—one last year and another in March. She’s since posted solid placed efforts, including a runner-up finish in a Grade 3 hurdle in May and an encouraging third on her chasing debut at Auteuil on September 13th. She can score. LORENZO CONTI (3) was a good third in a Class 3 chase here earlier this month and rates the main danger. BELIZE (2) is a reliable type and appeals each-way, while LOVELY GUY (7) completes the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    LACOKOKELDY (8) – LORENZO CONTI (3) – BELIZE (2) – LOVELY GUY (7)
    R3 CHANTILLY [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE MAYSEL – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 3 Claiming – Flat – EUR € 18,200

  1. DAPANGO – Finished 3rd over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 2 divided handicap on the 1st of September 2025. Winning chance
  2. CORTADO – Fair run in 4th over 1400m at Compiegne in a Class 3 claimer on the 16th of September 2025. Could sneak into a minor spot
  3. PRINCESS ZIZOU – Moderate run in 5th over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 handicap on the 19th of September 2025. Could surprise winner
  4. DONAMAY – Winner over 1400m at Compiegne in a Class 3 claimer on the 16th of September 2025. Big runner in this division
  5. GREY TORNADO – No show in 14th over 1850m at Parislongchamp in a Class 1 divided handicap on the 14th of September 2025. Can earn in this grade
  6. CENTRAL PARK WEST – Moderate run in 6th over 1900m at Chantilly in a Class 2 on the 20th of September 2025. Each way chance
  7. BOMARO – Finished 6th over 1800m at Chantilly in a Class 3 claimer on the 15th of September 2025. Open to improvement
  8. LORIA – No type of run in 9th over 1800m at Saint-Malo in a Class 3 handicap on the 29th of August 2025. Will battle to feature
    Summary: DONAMAY (4) registered her second win for the year last time out with a pleasing victory and with her confidence on a high, it would come as no surprise to see her go back to back. DAPANGO (1) ran against a lot stronger last time out and with a repeat effort, he should be one of the leading contenders for top honors. CENTRAL PARK WEST (6) hasn’t been far off in recent starts and can make his presence felt in this grade. GREY TORNADO (5) has failed to feature in a couple of his recent efforts and will be far more effective in this claimer.
    SELECTIONS
    DONAMAY (4) – DAPANGO (1) – CENTRAL PARK WEST (6) – GREY TORNADO (5)
    C2 – PRIX DU GRAND VIVIER – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 27,400
  9. ALHAEBA – Well held in 3rd over 1100m at Deauville in a maiden on the 26th of August 2025. Others make more appeal
  10. PALLADIO – Finished 4th over 1300m at Saint-Cloud in a maiden on the 12th of September 2025. Can run into the money
  11. REAL NEWS – Finished a pleasing 4th over 1600m at Lyon Parilly in a maiden on the 3rd of September 2025. Has a leading chance
  12. CHARM PLATIN – No type of effort in 8th over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in a maiden on the 2nd of September 2025. Would be surprise winner
  13. TARATEEL – Runner up over 1400m at Deauville in a maiden on the 9th of August 2025. Winning chance
  14. ALMA MATER – Finished 6th behind a reopposing sort over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in a maiden on the 2nd of September 2025. One to pass by
  15. JOYOUS HEART – Not beaten far in 5th over 1400m at Deauville in a maiden on the 14th of August 2025. Minor money chance
  16. HELLO AVENUE – Runner up over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in a maiden on the 12th of September 2025. Should be involved at the finish
  17. SAGARMATHA – Pleasing run in 3rd over 1600m at Clairefontaine in a maiden on the 25th of August 2025. Could outrun odds
  18. LIZETTE – Dismal run in 8th over 1200m at Deauville in a maiden on the 5th of July 2025. Will battle here
  19. CELESTIAL VOICE – Comfortably held in 8th over 1200m at Saint-Cloud in a maiden on the 19th of September 2025. Faces an uphill task
  20. TICKLE – Fair run in 3rd over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in a maiden on the 2nd of September 2025. Should be involved in the shake up
  21. HELLO VEGA – Dam won over 950m but didn’t go on from there and this filly may just need the experience on debut. Yard aren’t known for debut winners
    Summary: REAL NEWS (3) shaped up with plenty of encouragement on debut and would have learnt plenty with that experience under the belt. He drops in trip which shouldn’t be a concern and he should be in the firing line. TICKLE (12) has posted two solid runs so far and looks just about ready to win. She meets male opposition but will make her presence felt in a big way. TARATEEL(5) showed very nice improvement last time out when 2nd and should have more to offer here. PALLADIO (2) wasn’t disgraced on debut and will know more about it in this event which should see him being very competitive.
    SELECTIONS
    REAL NEWS (3) – TICKLE (12) – TARATEEL (5) – PALLADIO (2)
    C3 – PRIX DES TERROIRS DE FRANCE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 27,400
  22. MY WAY – No show in 10th over 1600m at Angers in a maiden on the 22nd of September 2025. Work cut out to threaten
  23. SCOFIELD – Well beaten in 10th over 1800m at Compiegne in a maiden on the 16th of September 2025. Hard to fancy
  24. REGAL RESOLVE – Solid first up run in 4th over 1500m at Deauville in a maiden on the 3rd of August 2025. Improvement expected and should be a huge player
  25. MUSICAL ROSE – Pleasing run in 3rd over 1600m at Lyon Parilly in a maiden on the 3rd of September 2025. Should be in the shake up
  26. SANSURO – Poor run in 12th over 1600m at Deauville in a maiden on the 19th of August 2025. Will struggle here
  27. BOGLIASCO – No type of run in 8th over 2000 at Saint-Cloud in a maiden on the 12th of September 2025. Faces an uphill task
  28. BLACK SOLEA – Finished 4th over 1400m at La Teste in a maiden on the 27th of July 2025. Can earn a minor cheque
  29. NANALA – Beaten out of sight in 8th over 1800m at Saint-Malo in maiden on the 29th of August 2025. Will be a shock winner
  30. COLBERT – This nicely bred son of Frankel is a full brother to Rumi who won three times from 18-2000m which included a Group 2 and Group 3. Include in the play
  31. EL VEGAS – This son of Almanzor hails from a yard that know how to get them ready on debut and isn’t one to take lightly. Trainer is operating at a 17% win strike rate
  32. MELIORA – Dam won over 1400m and 1500m which included a debut win. Yard aren’t known for debut winners but the booking of Maxime Guyon catches the eye
    Summary: REGAL RESOLVE (3) caught the eye on debut when posting an encouraging first run. He will relish the step up in trip and rates the one they all have to beat. EL VEGAS and (10) and COLBERT (9) are first timers who represent stables that are more than capable of getting them ready on debut and can make their presents felt on debut. MUSICAL ROSE (4) would have learnt plenty with that experience under his belt and can challenge here.
    SELECTIONS
    REGAL RESOLVE (3) – EL VEGAS (10) – COLBERT (9) – MUSICAL ROSE (4)
    C4 – PRIX DU LAVOIR DE CHAUMONT – 1100m (a5f1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  33. ALBERTINELLI – Solid performance in 4th over 1000m at Fontainebleau in a Class 4 handicap on the 21st of September 2025. Include in all bets
  34. THE CAT’S – Fair run in 3rd over 1400m at Parislongchamp in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 4th of September 2025. Winning comes at a premium but he can earn
  35. HATFAVILLE – Poor effort in 13th over 1800m at Chantilly in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 5th of September 2025. Hard to fancy
  36. RED IN SIGHT – Not disgraced in 6th over 1200m at Chantilly in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 20th of September 2025. Battling maiden
  37. BIG BOOTS – No show in 11th over 1400m at Le Mans in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 12th of September 2025. Better than latest and can surprise
  38. INVIOLABLE SPIRIT – Finished 3rd over 1000m at Fontainebleau in a Class 4 handicap on the 21st of September 2025. Place chance
  39. BIG FREEZE – Finished 6th behind a couple reopposing sorts over 1000m at Fontainebleau in a Class 4 handicap on the 21st of September 2025. Money chance here
  40. BLUE DREAM – Finished close up in 4th over 1300m at Craon in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 28th of September 2025. Quick back up and has a bright chance
  41. HIGHFIELD MYSTERY – Held in 7th behind a couple reopposing sorts over 1000m at Fontainebleau in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 21st of September 2025. Others make more appeal
  42. KENZYDANCER – Moderate run in 9th over 1200m at Marseille Borely in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 15th of September 2025. Can run into the money
  43. LAGOA SANTA – Finished 7th over 1400m at Niort in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 14th of September 2025. Each way chance
  44. VALENTO – No type of run in 8th over 1100m at Le Croise-La Roche in a Class 4 value claiming handicap on the 18th of September 2025. Will struggle here
  45. ILLUMINATING – Dismal effort in 13th over 1300m at Le Touquet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 17th of August 2025. Will be a surprise winner
  46. TWO TWO TWO – Lackluster effort in 13th over 1100m at Deauville in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 10th of August 2025. Faces an uphill task
  47. MEHANYDREAM – Finished 9th over 1000m at Fontainebleau in a Class 4 handicap on the 21st of September 2025. Would be a shock winner
    Summary: BLUE DREAM (8) arrives in solid consistent form having won two starts back and followed that up with a useful 4th. He drops in trip here which should suit and he will be a major player. ALBERTINELLI (1) is yet to taste a win this year but has been such a solid performer and appears overdue for that next career win. INVIOLABLE SPIRIT (6) has not won a race since 2022 so it’s hard to have any confidence in him when it comes to winning this but from a place perspective, he should be involved. LAGOA SANTA (11) is better than her last and can earn a cheque.
    SELECTIONS
    BLUE DREAM (8) – ALBERTINELLI (1) – INVIOLABLE SPIRIT (6) – LAGOA SANTA (11)
    C5 – PRIX DU LAVOIR DE LA CHAUSSEE – 1100m (a5f1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 21,100
  48. MICHELANGELO – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a handicap at thist track over 1200m on 20 September. Capable of better and could make the frame
  49. ZAHARO – Has shown improvement of late and was third in a handicap at this track over 1200m on 20 September. Can win off this handicap mark
  50. REVANCHE – Did not show her best when 8th in a handicap at this track over 1200m on 20 September. In good form before that and could be a threat
  51. TIME SIGNATURE – Has struggled this year and was unplaced last time out in a handicap at this track over 1200m on 20 September. Others are preferred
  52. DROGO – Much improved last run when runner-up in a handicap at this track over 1200m on 20 September. Can be competitive again
  53. LE CENTRAL – Disappointing last run when 9th in a handicap at this track over 1200m on 20 September. Did win some nice races before that and is capable of an upset
  54. PERMENTON – Victorious last time out in a handicap over this course and distance on 1 September. Carries a 2.50kg penalty but can follow up
  55. LOUBEISIEN – Disappointing recent form and was unplaced in a handicap at this track over 1200m on 20 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  56. SHELBYLANDOR – Battling to regain best form and finished 5th in a handicap at Salon-de-Provence over 1100m on 9 June. Others make more appeal
  57. REMINISCE – Very unreliable but was third last time out in a handicap over this track and trip on 1 September. Has a place chance
  58. BOKEN – Has struggled of late and was 9th in a Conditions race at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 14 September. More is needed to beat these rivals
  59. SIXTUS – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1000m on 21 September. Can contest the finish
  60. COSTARMORICAIN – Has struggled of late and finished 9th in a handicap over this course and distance on 1 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  61. LES TROIS VALLEES – On a long losing run and finished tenth in a handicap at this track over 1200m on 20 September. Did better in his penultimate start and could play a minor role
  62. RAVEN’S SPIRIT – Unreliable and finished 8th in a handicap at Deauville 1300m on 24 August. Did win on the grass before that and could surprise
    Summary: A very open-looking race. ZAHARO (2) has shown improvement of late and is clearly capable of winning off this handicap mark. He is also suited to course and distance. DROGO (5) ran a much-improved race when finishing ahead of that rival last time out but is not reliable. MICHELANGELO (1) is better than his last run suggests and could be a threat. PERMENTON (7) is a recent winner over this track and trip and can follow up, despite the penalty.
    SELECTIONS
    ZAHARO (2) – DROGO (5) – MICHELANGELO (1) – PERMENTON (7)
    C6 – PRIX DE BONNEVAL – 1100m (a5f1/2) – TURF – Listed – Flat – EUR € 47,600
  63. BURHAN – Finished 5th in a Group 3 at ParisLongchamp over 1000m on 14 September. Better this distance and is capable of an upset
  64. TOLEBI – Has shown some promise and was third in a Listed race at Deauville over 1200m on 5 July. Be right there at the finish once again
  65. VICIOUS HARRY – Only modest of late and finished 6th at Baden-Baden over 1200m on 31 August. Might play a minor role at very best
  66. ZORKEN – Only modest of late and finished 5th in a Conditions race over this track and trip on 15 September. Might play a minor role
  67. GAME RUN – In good form and finished third in a Conditions race over this track and trip on 15 September. Can contest the finish
  68. ALZAHIR – In good shape and was runner-up in a Conditions race at Beverley over 1000m on 23 September. Can make the frame
  69. COEUR DE PIERRE – Very consistent and finished fourth in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 15 September. Likely to be competitive once again
  70. LESSLEPASSER – Only modest of late and was 7th in a Group 3 at ParisLongchamp over 1000m on 14 September. More is needed to beat these rivals
  71. KERKILA – Not disgraced when third in a Listed race at Deauville over 1200m on 10 August. Should fight it out
  72. DAIQUIBERRY – Very unreliable but did win a handicap at Deauville over 1000m on 30 August. More is needed to beat these rivals
  73. CHARIBELLE – Still improving and was runner-up at Baden-Baden over 1400m on 6 September. Has a place chance in this line-up
  74. LAULNE – Finished third at Santa Anita over 1200m on 22 February. Returns from a break but can earn some money
    Summary: A very competitive Listed race. KERKILA (9) finished off strongly at this level at Deauville and could set the standard. There was little between GAME RUN (5) and COEUR DE PIERRE (7) when they met over this track and trip last month, and both are capable of winning here. TOLEBI (2) has done little wrong in four starts so far and looks quite capable of striking in this division.
    SELECTIONS
    KERKILA (9) – GAME RUN (5) – COEUR DE PIERRE (7) – TOLEBI (2)
    C7 – PRIX DE L’HOTEL DE VERMANDOIS – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,200
  75. THALIA – Victorious at Dortmund over 1200m on 21 September. Improving and is capable of following up in this line-up
  76. EAGLE GATE – Needed his last run when 13th in a handicap at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1100m on 16 September. Fitter this time and could earn some money
  77. PERGOLOR – Only modest of late and was 7th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 12 September. Could surprise this shorter distance
  78. REUX – Disappointing of late and was 9th in a handicap at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1100m on 18 September. Ran better than his finishing position shows that day and can be a threat
  79. BAILEYS HONEYMOON – Disappointing form of late and was 12th in a handicap at Mont-de-Marsan over 1200m on 10 September. Capable of better but others are preferred
  80. KEY TO VICTORY – Has struggled of late and was 12th in a handicap at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1100m on 18 September. More is needed to win
  81. ZYA D’AUMONT – Unreliable and finished 8th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 12 September. Should do better this distance and has claims
  82. YAKFEEK – Unreliable but was 4th in a handicap at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1100m on 18 September. Has yet to be victorious but could play a minor role
  83. SIYI – Unreliable and finished 10th in a handicap at Angers over 1350m on 22 September. Capable of better but others are preferred
  84. ZARIYNDA – Only modest so far and was 6th in a conditions at Moulins over 1400m on 25 August. Capable of improvement first time in a handicap
  85. SOIF DE VIVRE – Disappointing last run when 10th in a conditions race at Craon over 1600m on 11 June. Yet to win a race and others make more appeal
  86. AIR DE SAMBA – Unreliable and was 13th in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 14 August. Might pop up in a place when in the right mood
  87. LEGAL EAGLE – Has some fair form and finished 4th in a conditions race at Niort over 1400m on 14 September. Has yet to be victorious and others make more appeal
  88. NEW WAY BABY – Showed some improvement when 4th in a handicap at Vichy over 1400m on 22 September. Capable of an upset
  89. WILD MOOR – Threatening a first win and was runner-up in a handicap at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1100m on 18 September. Can go one better
  90. CLEAN BOWLED – Showed some improvement when 3rd in a handicap at Dieppe over 1100m on 22 July. Yet to win a race but could play a minor role
    Summary: A very open-looking race. THALIA (1) showed what she is capable of when gaining a confidence-boosting first success in Germany last month and may well follow up. WILD MOOR (15) has yet to win a race but is very competitive off this handicap mark. REUX (4) has won over this distance and is better than his last run suggests. ZYA D’AUMONT (7) is likely to improve over this shorter trip and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    THALIA (1) – WILD MOOR (15) – REUX (4) – ZYA D’AUMONT (7)
    C8 – PRIX DE SENLIS – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 24,000
  91. DREAM OP FAL – Did not show his best when 16th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 4 September. Victorious in August but others are preferred
  92. PREMIUM PASS – Victorious in a handicap at Deauville over 1400m on 28 August. Carries a 3kg penalty for that win but can follow up
  93. TIME GOES ON – Has some fair form and finished 4th in a conditions race at Compiegne over 1400m on 27 June. Returns from a break but has claims
  94. MISTER CHANG – Has struggled of late and was 15th in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 14 August. Capable of an upset back at this track
  95. HEMATITE – Only modest of late and was 6th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 4 September. Could play a minor role
  96. GALLIUS – Not disgraced when 5th in a conditions race over this course and distance on 25 September. Be right there at the finish
  97. LOVER SONG – Has struggled of late and was 10th in a handicap at Marseille-Borély over 1200m on 15 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  98. BELVEDERE PALACE – Finished 8th in a claimer at this course over 1600m on 1 September. Victorious in August and could surprise
  99. BLUE HUNT – In good shape and was 3rd in a conditions race at Deauville over 1100m on 26 August. Can be competitive yet again
  100. AWJ – Did not show her best when15th in a handicap over this track and trip on 20 September. Others make more appeal
  101. SHEARKAN – Has improved of late and was 3rd in a claimer over this track and trip on 16 September. Can get involved with the finish
  102. LA PAMPA – Unreliable but was 3rd in a handicap over this track and trip on 21 September. Capable of making the frame
  103. BELLA INDIA – In good shape and was 3rd in a conditions race at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 21 September. In decent form and could be a threat off this handicap mark
  104. STUNNING HERO – Victorious in a handicap at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1100m on 18 September. Carries a 2kg penalty but does have a place chance
  105. DESERT ROSE – Battling to find best form and was 7th in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 14 August. More is needed to win this race
  106. FRANCISCANO – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 14 August. Can go one better
    Summary: Only a very few can be ruled out from winning this lucky last race. FRANCISCANO (16) has yet to win but has finished runner-up in three of his last four starts and could finally get his turn. TIME GOES ON (3) returns from a break and tries a handicap but would not be a surprise winner. SHEARKAN (11) has improved of late and ran well over this track and trip last month. GALLIUS (6) has been consistent for most of the year and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    FRANCISCANO (16) – TIME GOES ON (3) – SHEARKAN (11) – GALLIUS (6)
    R4 CABOURG [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DES PERDRIX – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 26,000

  1. KING OF THE WORLD – Has some fair form of late and was 5th in Class E at Nantes over 3000m on 26 September. Distance suited and has claims in this line-up
  2. KEMISSORO – Disqualified last time out at Vire over 2800m on 21 September. Does well going right-handed and is not out of it
  3. KANSAS DU RIB – Disqualified last time out at Vire over 2800m on 21 September. Did win two in a row before that and must be respected for that
  4. KICK DES LANDES – Only modest of late and finished 7th in Class F at Agon-Coutainville over 2200m on 17 August. More is needed to beat these rivals
  5. KLAUR VET – Disqualified last time out at Vire over 2800m on 21 September. Capable of better and can make the frame
  6. KANSAS DE DIGEON – Unreliable and finished tenth in Class F at Montier-en-Der over 3025m on 31 August. Needs to do more to win this race
  7. KILT DU RADON – Disqualified in Class F at Cholet over 2800m on 21 September. Did win before that and is capable of an upset if smart
  8. KEEP COOL BELRI – Showed some improvement when third in Class F at Cholet over 2800m on 21 September. Has a place chance in this line-up
  9. KING BLACK DANOVER – On a very long losing run but was runner-up in Class F at Ecommoy2750m on 14 September. Could make the frame
  10. KELAS – Unreliable but was third in Class E at Vire over 2800m on 1 September. Keeps that shoeing and can be competitive once again
  11. KREIZ DE PRAT GUEN – Victorious last time out in Class E at Caen over 2200m on 4 September. Not barefoot this time but can contest the finish
  12. KARAT DEFF – A winner of two of his last three starts, the latest in Class E at Caen over 2450m on 26 April. Could need this run returning from a break
  13. KANCALAIS – Has struggled of late and was tenth in E at Saint-Malo over 2950m on 6 August. Needs major improvement to win
  14. KLARCK DE VANDEL – Only modest of late and was 6th in Class E at Bagnoles-de-l’Orne over 2850m on 20 July. Might play a minor role
  15. KARAMEL DES BOSC – Unreliable and finished 5th in Class D at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2400m on 24 August. More is needed to win this race
  16. KOWEIT DE CHENU – Has struggled of late and was 11th in Class E at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 10 September. Needs major improvement to win
    Summary: KING OF THE WORLD (1) looked an unlucky loser at Nantes last week and could make amends in this competitive opening event over a distance that clearly suits. KREIZ DE PRAT GUEN (11) is not running without shoes this time but remains in good form and cannot be ruled out. KELAS (10) showed improvement at Vire, keeps the same shoeing, and can contest the finish. KEMISSORO (2) is on a long losing run but could still make the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    KING OF THE WORLD (1) – KREIZ DE PRAT GUEN (11) – KELAS (10) – KEMISSORO (2)
    C2 – PRIX DES OPHRYS – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class E Amateur Riders – Mounted – EUR € 23,000
  17. JOKE DU HOUSSEL – Has some fair form and finished fourth in a Class G moounted race at La Capelle over 2750m on 26 August. On a long losing run but might play a minor role
  18. JIVASO EFBE – Battling to regain best form and was 9th in a Class F harness race at Blain-Bouvron-Le Gâvre over 3200m on 21 September. Others make more appeal
  19. JASMINE DU BOCAGE – Disqualified last time out at Lisieux over 2725m on 13 September. Has struggled of late and more is needed to win
  20. JARKA DE BEYLEV – Disqualified last time out at Villedieu-les-Poëles over 2800m on 14 September. Hard to trust and others are preferred
  21. JAGUAR DU RIB – Hard to trust but did run well when fourth in a Class E mounted race at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2775m on 4 September. Can make the frame when smart
  22. JASMINE DE LYONS – On a long losing run and was 5th in a Class F mounted race at Toulouse over 2950m on 26 September. Has a place chance in this line-up
  23. JUNON DES ROSES – Has struggled of late and finished tenth in a Class F at Bernay over 2800m on 31 August. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  24. JASMIN DANOVER – Showd some improvement when runner-up in a Class F harness race at Lisieux over 2725m on 24 September. More is needed under the saddle
  25. JEWELKIM – Unreliable but did finish third in a Class F harness race at Lisieux over 2725m on 24 September. Better under the saddle and can be a serious threat
  26. JACANA DE BLARY – On a long losing run and was 8th in a Class F harness race at Chartres over 2825m on 12 September. Better in harness races and is not out of it
  27. JULIANA BREIL – In good form and finished third in a Class F harness race at this track over 2725m on 28 August. Can earn some money
  28. JEDI – Disqualified last time out at Vincennes over 2850m on 18 September. Likes this track and can bounce back to score
  29. JOKER DES ISLES – Unreliable of late and was 7th in a Class H mounted race at Bernay over 2800m on 21 September. Heavily raced but might play a minor role
  30. JOYCE DE LA COUR – Has struggled all year and was tenth in a F harness race at Caen over 2450m on 4 September. Needs major improvement to win
    Summary: An open-looking race. JEDI (12) is coming off a disqualification but does like this course and, with a promising apprentice on board, gets the vote to score. JEWELKIM (9) has not won for some time and is unreliable, but can strike in a race of this calibre. JACANA DE BLARY (10) does best in mounted races and can be a threat once again. JAGUAR DU RIB (5) is very unreliable but is one of several who could shine.
    SELECTIONS
    JEDI (12) – JEWELKIM (9) – JACANA DE BLARY (10) – JAGUAR DU RIB (5)
    C3 – PRIX DES DECUMARIAS – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 29,000
  31. JACINTHE DES BOIS – Disqualified last time out at Lisieux over 2725m on 24 September. Battling to find best form and others make more appeal
  32. JOY ERCA – Unreliable and finished tenth in Class E at Ecommoy over 2750m on 31 August. Needs to do more to win
  33. JALNA DES HAYES – Disqualified last time out at Villedieu-les-Poëles over 2800m on 28 September. Remains barefoot and could be the surprise package of the race
  34. JANETTE TY – Unreliable but did win last time out in Class H at Blain-Bouvron-Le Gâvre over 3200m on 21 September. More is needed to beat these rivals
  35. INES DE GLADJESS – Unreliable and finished 7th in Class F at Cholet over 2800m on 21 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  36. JUDIRA DE HOUELLE – Unreliable and finished 6th in Class F at Lisieux over 2725m on 13 September. Capable of better and is not out of it
  37. JUSTICE PROUVEE – Disqualified last time out in Class F at Lisieux over 2725m on 13 September. Hard to trust and others make more appeal
  38. ISCHIA – Battling to regain best form and finished 9th in Class F at Bernay over 2800m on 31 August. More is needed to win this race
  39. JAZZ SESSION – Did not show her best when 6th in Class E at Rambouillet over 2800m on 7 September. In good form before that and has claims
  40. JOCELYNE – Probably needed her last run when unplaced in Class H at Blain-Bouvron-Le Gâvre over 3200m on 21 September. Does best with this shoeing and is not out of it
  41. JOYCE DU VAL – Has already won four times this year, including last time out in Class E at Le Touquet over 2600m on 21 September. Can follow up
  42. JOLLY CHIC – A winner of her last three starts, the latest in a Class D mounted race at Vincennes over 2850m on 18 September. Can also win in harness races and is not out of it
  43. JOIA DU CITRUS – Did not show her best when unplaced in Class B at Vincennes over 2100m on 13 september. Barefoot and ready to strike back
  44. IDOLE JALLERIE – Disqualified last time out at Vire over 2800m on 1 September. Not easy to trust but is capable of earning some money
  45. JEUNESSE ETERNELLE – A winner of her last two starts, the latest in Class D at Vinceness over 2700m on 20 June. Could need this run returning from a break
  46. ILARIA KILY – Has disqualification issues but was runner-up in Class F at Cholet over 2800m on 21 September. Can get involved with the finish
    Summary: JOIA DU CITRUS (13) is at her best when barefoot. She loves this course and is a confident pick. JOYCE DU VAL (11) remains at the top of her game and should challenge for top honours once again. ILARIA KILY (16) is not always reliable but is usually very competitive when racing without shoes and can contest the finish. JOCELYNE (10) has a good record with this shoeing and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    JOIA DU CITRUS (13) – JOYCE DU VAL (11) – ILARIA KILY (16) – JOCELYNE (10)
    C4 – PRIX DE CATTEVILLE – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 22,000
  47. MA AM CHENU – Quality filly making first start since running 2nd of 9 in a 2450m Caen Class D mid-June and will not be given a hard race
  48. MELODISYVA – Took little time returning to successful ways, winning a 2500m Vibraye Class F in mid-August. Has had ample time to get back in shape and from the 2-spot can pick up a cheque
  49. MAGDALENA – 3rd over shorter here before losing her action in a 2575m Agen Class D 2.5 weeks ago. Is in her category and with stride in check is unlikely to disappoint
  50. MY LADY DE CAHOT – Failed to confirm Le Touquet victory when 7th of 9 in a 2700m Vincennes Class E 2 weeks ago. Well-placed on front line but others still easier to back
  51. MISS ROC – Eliminated in a 2650m Vertou Class E late-August. Is patently in decent form though and is well-positioned for her Cabourg bow. First 5
  52. MIRA DE BAFFAIS – 2nd over course and distance on 12 August before running 5th of 9 behind MAGDALENA (3) in a 2050m Class E here 2 weeks later. Comes here fresh, starts in front, and will be no soft touch
  53. MARA AULNAIES – Out of the picture in both return runs, lastly 7th of 9 in a 2275m Nantes Class D last week, and can be passed over
  54. MAHINE D’OCCAGNES – Showed improvement when 4th of 12 in a 2450m Caen Class E a fortnight back, however a repeat seems most improbable
  55. MAGIC GIRL – Modest individual that was eliminated in a 2800m Chartres Class E 3 weeks ago and can be confidently disregarded
  56. MINYA KONKA – Honest sort that ran 3rd of 10 in a 2725m Pornichet Class E on 20 September. On back row but always gives her best and Mathieu Mottier will be at the helm
  57. MAJESTE ROYALE – In the frame in last 3, most recently 3rd of 8 finishers in a 2400m Chateaubriant Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Steps up in category though and looks more a minor place prospect on this occasion
  58. MADISON KAT – Ran close 2nd of 11 in a 2450m Caen Class E 12 days ago. Clearly has a lot of untapped potential and will be dangerous if she keeps her action together
  59. MINOUCHE ERCA – Winner of a 2725m Lisieux Class F on 13 September. Faces a much stiffer test this time though and will struggle to make her mark
  60. MAYOLA VEDAQUAISE – Comfortable winner of a 2725m Lisieux Class F on 13 September. Has earned the right to step up in category and could well oblige. Chance
    Summary: Back in business last month following a pair of eliminations, MADISON KAT (12) is plainly close to her race and despite the draw still looks good enough to win this. Thomas Levesque will nevertheless be mindful of Philippe Allaire’s poorly-drawn, but rejuvenated, MAYOLA VEDAQUAISE (14) who lost her maiden tag just a fortnight ago, and MIRA DE BAFFAIS (6) who will appreciate returning to the day’s trip. MAGDALENA (3) has been handed an excellent spot behind the car, is confirmed here, and on good behaviour will not be far off the mark.
    SELECTIONS
    MADISON KAT (12) – MAYOLA VEDAQUAISE (14) – MIRA DE BAFFAIS (6) – MAGDALENA (3)
    C5 – PRIX DES ROUGES-GORGES – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Mounted – EUR € 22,000
  61. LOS PACOS – Sanctioned in all 4 starts to date, most recently a 2750m Ecommoy Class F on 22 June. Comes here fresh, is reunited with Mathieu Mottier, and with application is unlikely to disappoint
  62. LOOKING SMART – Eliminated in a 2900m Chateauroux harness Class F last Sunday and backs up with no realistic chance
  63. LOL DESBOIS – Eliminated in a 2775m Class F at Les Sables-d’Olonne 3 weeks ago. Ran unexceptional 5th here in August and has nothing to offer
  64. LOVIOU JOSSELYN – Eliminated in 5 of last 6, latterly a 2825m Class F at Le Croise-Laroche mid-September, and can expect to have few friends
  65. LEGEND DREAM – Sprang something of a surprise when 2nd of 11 finishers in a 2450m Caen Class F on 20 September. Adrien Lamy stays faithful but others still easier to back
  66. LOTUS DU RIB – Has struggled under the saddle this year, most recently 8th of 11 finishers behind LEGEND DREAM (5) in a 2450m Caen Class F on 20 September, and chances appear limited
  67. LE PRINCE DU RIS – 6th of 11 finishers behind LEGEND DREAM (5) in a 2450m Caen Class F on 20 September. Has yet to show any particular aptitude for the code and can be ruled out
  68. LORIS D’EMMA – 8th of 9 in a 3275m Saint-Ouen-des-Toits claimer on 13 September. Shoes on and poses no danger
  69. LOUISON DE FORGAN – Tricky type that was eliminated in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E 3 weeks ago. Has bags of ability however, and even though shod, can still get in on the action
  70. LAUREL LA RAVELLE – Eliminated when preparing for this in a 2850m Laval harness Class E a week ago. Sports a new formula for return to the code and will have his supporters
  71. LILIUM TUILERIE – 9th of 12 finishers in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E 3 weeks ago. Off the boil over recent months and even with shoes off will have few takers
  72. LOOK COURTAMBLAY – 2nd of 7 finishers in a 2675m Class E at Le Mont-Saint-Michel early last month. Has never failed to deliver when barefoot and even though stepping up in category still looks competitively well in
  73. LE RIB – Unplaced in last 2, most recently 6th of 15 to LOOPING SOLEDAD (15) in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E 2.5 weeks ago, and is not about to create an upset
  74. LIPTON NUEVO – Lost his action in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Reunited with Benjamin Rochard who will be rewarded if he keeps the gelding trotting
  75. LOOPING SOLEDAD – Lost his maiden status in August then confirmed in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Back on a hard surface but still has a realistic chance of securing the 3-timer
  76. L’AMI PRODIGIEUX – Lost his maiden status in August but failed to repeat when 4th of 7 finishers behind LOOK COURTAMBLAY (12) in a 2675m Class E at Le Mont-Saint-Michel early last month. Barefoot this time and can finish close
  77. LORD DE JAFA – Lost his maiden status, at 22nd time of asking, in a 2800m Class F at Villedieu-les-Poëles 2.5 weeks ago. Enjoys a good entry but a repeat seems most unlikely
  78. LOUDGI D’AZE – 2nd of 15 to LOOPING SOLEDAD (15) in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Has begun to learn his new trade well and will be competitive for the win this time
    Summary: Wonderfully-engaged at the limit of earnings, LOUDGI D’AZE (18) gave an excellent account at Ecommoy last time out and will have a reasonable chance of turning the tables on the improving LOOPING SOLEDAD (15) who bids for the hat-trick. LIPTON NUEVO (14) is never far from losing his action but has previously won here and his return may be just what the doctor ordered. LOOK COURTAMBLAY (12) debuts at the venue in fine shape and will not be far off the mark if he takes to the new conditions.
    SELECTIONS
    LOUDGI D’AZE (18) – LOOPING SOLEDAD (15) – LIPTON NUEVO (14) – LOOK COURTAMBLAY (12)
    C6 – PRIX DE COULVAIN – 2050m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 21,000
  79. NOUGAYORQUE – Lost his action on debut in a 2000m Class F at La Capelle early last month and in this company will have his work cut out
  80. NEW DESTIN – Very ordinary 8th of 9 in a 2100m Evreux Class G on debut last Sunday, and can expect to generate little support
  81. NEPTUNE AU VENT – Qualified in an excellent 1’16″7 early last month then ran 3rd of 8 on debut in a 2725m Lisieux Class E on 13 September. Well-positioned on the front line and is eminently capable of getting off the mark
  82. NASHAAB – 2nd of 11 in a 2200m Agon Class G on 25 August. Has had time to recharge his batteries and will be competitive for a place in the frame
  83. NON STOP MESLOIS – Last of 5 finishers in a Class D over course and distance on 19 August. Has been given time to recalibrate and could yet pick up some prizemoney
  84. NINJA DE CHANLECY – Eliminated in both starts to date, latterly a 2100m Cholet Class D last weekend, and others easier to trust
  85. NOVECENTO – 2nd of 10, first time out, in a 2200m Vichy Class F on 6 September. Wide draw should not prove a major issue in this small field and has a reasonable chance of bringing home the bacon
  86. NOT A BAD DEAL – Qualified in 1’15″4 at Caen in early-May. Starts on back row but is still easy to fancy for the spoils
    Summary: A number of interesting elements in this small field and NOT A BAD DEAL (8) is a case in point. Wonderfully-qualified going right-handed, he receives a Yoann Lebourgeois drive for his debut and if as good in competition, can run away with this. That said, the widely-positioned NOVECENTO (7) gave a fine account first time out and will be no easy touch. NEPTUNE AU VENT (3) will have come on for his career bow and the Cabourg profile should suit him well.
    SELECTIONS
    NOT A BAD DEAL (8) – NOVECENTO (7) – NEPTUNE AU VENT (3) – NASHAAB (4)
    C7 – PRIX DE FAVIERES – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Mounted – EUR € 22,000
  87. LUTINE DU CEDRE – Modest filly that ran 9th of 12 in a 2200m Caen harness Class F last Monday. Has yet to deliver under the saddle and is not about to start now
  88. LADY DE GUEHAM – 4th of 7 finishers to LADIVA DE PARIS (4) in a 2450m Caen Class F on 17 September. Has ground to make up though and is unlikely to spice things up
  89. LUMIERE D’AUVRECY – Failed to confirm Vichy triumph when quickly eliminated in a 2450m Caen Class F 2 weeks ago. Showed her form though and can make amends if she stays trotting
  90. LADIVA DE PARIS – Ran 4th here before making short work of a 2450m Caen Class F on 17 September. Sports front pads again and a repeat is not out of the question
  91. LINAROSA – 6th 7 finishers to LADIVA DE PARIS (4) in a 2450m Caen Class F on 17 September and can expect to have few friends in the markets
  92. LOVE ME JIVE – Eliminated in a 2650m Alencon Class E early last month. Disappointing on the whole for some time and returns to the discipline with nothing to contribute
  93. LA FLECHE – Made a solid return to the discipline a fortnight ago when 3rd of 7 to LADIVA DE PARIS (4) in a 2450m Caen Class F on 17 September. Runs barefoot again and must be taken more seriously
  94. LOVA DE SANA – Disappointing in last 2, most recently last but one in a 2825m Class F at Le Croise-Laroche mid-September, and can be passed over
  95. LADY DU PERCHE – Makes first appearance since running 6th of 8 finishers behind LIVIA DES LANDES (16) in a Class F over course and distance in early-July. Is barefoot for comeback though and must not be overlooked
  96. LOVE STORY GARDEN – 8th of 10 finishers in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E 2.5 weeks ago and runs here on a prayer
  97. LOVE ME PASS – Put in a good effort to run 2nd of 12 in a 2800m Tours harness Class F on 7 September but in this category will have too much to do
  98. LOVE ME DE DUSSAC – Back under the saddle after coming 8th of 12 in a 2850m Mauquenchy harness Class E on 11 September. Hind shoes off for first time in the code but still not an obvious choice
  99. LOVELY BRUYERE – Steps up in category, and switches code for the first time, after running 4th of 14 in a 2400m Amiens Class E 12 days ago. Benjamin Rochard in the irons but cannot be considered a contender
  100. LOLA DU LIVET – 5th behind LARA VRIE (17) here before being eliminated in a 2725m Graignes harness Class E a week ago. Takes on some good horses here and chances limited
  101. LADY SARAH – Won 2 of last 3, most recently a 2650m Saint-Galmier Class F in late-August. Is shod to preference and is in with a realistic shout of imposing
  102. LIVIA DES LANDES – Had been enjoying a fruitful run of form before being sanctioned in last 2, latterly a 2750m Ecommoy Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Is confirmed at Cabourg and returns to racing shod with a decent chance of getting back in the game
  103. LARA VRIE – Solid in 2 here before losing her action in a 2675m Class E at Le Mont-Saint-Michel 3.5 weeks ago. Enjoys a good entry and can make the frame this time
  104. LERMINE D’OLIVERIE – Eliminated in last 4 starts, most recently a 2850m Laval harness Class E a week ago. Debuts in the discipline with Florian Desmigneux in the irons but still not a priority
    Summary: Comfortable winner at Vichy before being eliminated at Caen, LUMIERE D’AUVRECY (3) is plainly in top condition and can wrap this up if Mathieu Mottier manages to keep her focused. She will still come under pressure from recent Saint-Galmier winner LADY SARAH (15) who has turned a corner since being competitively-shod, and LARA VRIE (17) who returns to a track she likes after being eliminated at Le Mont-Saint-Michel. It took nine runs but LADIVA DE PARIS (4) imposed in good order a fortnight ago and is not without her chances of confirming.
    SELECTIONS
    LUMIERE D’AUVRECY (3) – LADY SARAH (15) – LARA VRIE (17) – LADIVA DE PARIS (4)
    C8 – PRIX DE FERVAQUES – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 22,000
  105. MANHATTAN CERA – 5th of 10 in a 2450m Caen Class E on 20 September. Reunited with Benjamin Rochard who won with him at Ecommoy and will be expected to bring the fight to MEDOC PIERJI (3)
  106. MAJOR DE CHOC – Ran 2nd at Caen before finishing 9th of 10 behind MEETING MESLOIS (10) in a 2700m Vincennes Class E a fortnight back. Will appreciate racing right-handed this time and Mathieu Mottier will be eager to prove his charge’s form
  107. MEDOC PIERJI – Got off the mark in a 2800m Vire Class F on 21 September, on first start with Yoann Lebourgeois. Is plainly a good future prospect and the double is well within his capacity
  108. MISTER MOONLIGHT – Unable to confirm Bagnoles-de-l’Orne success when 5th of 8 finishers in a 2150m Argentan Class E on 9 August. Has freshness on his side, benefits from a good draw, and Pierre-Yves Verva will assure him a competitive run
  109. MY WAY D’ALB – Runner-up in last 2, latterly a 2100m Chateauroux Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Has been gifted a super draw and even though in superior company this time, still looks competitive for a place on the podium
  110. MICK DES PENDANTS – 9th of 12, on return from a short spell, in a 2850m Laval Class E mid-September. Will have progressed for the run and from the front row can give this a good go. First 5
  111. MATRIX DE LA BAIE – Pleasant 5th of 13, on return to competition 11 days ago, coming 5th of 13 in a Class E at Blain-Bouvron-Le Gâvre. In superior company this time and chances limited
  112. MAO DU CAMPDOS – 4th of 9 in a 2900m Amiens Class E on 6 September but is biting off too much this time
  113. MUSCAT DES EPINES – Got off the mark in August but disappointing in next 2, latterly last but one in a 2600m Class E at Blain-Bouvron-Le Gâvre on 21 September, and can be passed over
  114. MEETING MESLOIS – Eliminated in 3 before resurfacing in a 2700m Vincennes Class E a fortnight back, coming 3rd of 10, and will be no pushover if Pierre Belloche keeps him focused
  115. MASCARET DEFF – 6th of 8 finishers in a 2600m Class E at Le Mont-Saint-Michel on 17 August. Unexceptional in last 3 and will need to raise his game significantly
  116. MONACO DU LIVET – Honest sort that ran 5th of 7 finishers in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E 2.5 weeks ago but is simply not up to the task
  117. MISTER MARTIN – Eliminated on re-entry in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Has ability but the draw does him no favours
  118. MIVACHI – Sprang a 74-1 surprise when 3rd of 8 finishers in a 2200m Strasbourg Class E in late-August. Unlikely to repeat but will have more friends this time around
    Summary: Pleasant winner at Vire recently to get that maiden monkey off his back, MEDOC PIERJI (3) returns to Cabourg with morale intact and from the 3-spot could well repeat. He will be opposed by MANHATTAN CERA (1) whose recent Caen performance is better than the result would suggest, and the reinvigorated MEETING MESLOIS (10) who goes clockwise for the first time. MY WAY D’ALB (5) has been knocking at the door and the draw will only work to his advantage.
    SELECTIONS – MEDOC PIERJI (3) – MANHATTAN CERA (1) – MEETING MESLOIS (10) – MY WAY D’ALB (5)

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