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C1 – QATAR PRIX MARCEL BOUSSAC – CRITERIUM DES POULICHES – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Gr1 – Flat – EUR € 400,000

  1. NARISSA – Finished behind GREEN SPIRIT (8) when second over 1600m on this course in the Group 2 Prix D’Aumale on 11 September. She may have to settle for the same result
  2. AYLIN – Won the Group 2 Betfred May Hill Stakes over 1600m at Doncaster in the Great Britain on 11 September. She clearly has class about her and cannot be discounted
  3. CLEA CHOPE – Finished behind GREAT SPIRIT (8) when third over 1600m on this course in the Group 2 Prix D’Aumale on 11 September. She may battle to turn the form around
  4. BANDIAGARA – Comes off a third-place finish in a Conditional Listed over 1600m at Deauville on 23 August. She faces her toughest test to date and others are preferred
  5. ESNA – Made the natural improvement when winning over 1400m at Sandown in Great Britain on 17 September. She takes a massive rise in class and may be outgunned
  6. VENOSA – Stable companion of DIAMOND NECKLACE (7) and Wayne Lordan will do duty. Finished fourth over 1400m at Leopardstown in Ireland in a Listed race on 13 September. Look elsewhere
  7. DIAMOND NECKLACE – Unbeaten from two starts. She was victorious in a Listed race over 1400m at Leopardstown in Ireland on 13 September. Christophe Soumillon retains the ride, and she may be the one to side with
  8. GREEN SPIRIT – Unbeaten in four starts. Winner of the Group 2 Prix D’Aumale over 1600m on this course on 11 September. Merits healthy respect
  9. OZONE – Winner of both career efforts, the latest of which was in a Conditional Listed over 1600m at Lyon Parilly on 9 September. Maxime Guyon has decided to stick with GREEN SPIRIT (8)
    Summary: DIAMOND NECKLACE (7) hails from the visiting Aidan O’Brien stable. She won a good race at Leopardstown last time and looks to have quality about her. Unbeaten in four starts, GREEN SPIRIT (8) looks to be the biggest challenger with Maxime Guyon opting to ride her. OZONE (9) is a winner of both her career efforts to date. The daughter of Lope De Vega looks to be a progressive type and cannot be ignored. AYLIN (2) comes off a victory in the Group 2 Betfred May Hill Stakes and should give a good account of herself.
    SELECTIONS
    DIAMOND NECKLACE (7) – GREEN SPIRIT (8) – OZONE (9) – AYLIN (2)
    C2 – QATAR PRIX JEAN-LUC LAGARDERE – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Gr1 – Flat – EUR € 400,000
  10. RAYIF – Was an impressive winner in both his starts, the latest of which was in the Group 3 Prix Francois Boutin over 1400m at Deauville on 17 August. The son of Sea The Moon has class about him and can remain unbeaten
  11. VARDIF – Finished behind NIGHTTIME (8) when third in the Group 3 Prix la Rochette over 1400m on this course on 11 September. He may have to settle for the same result
  12. CAMPACITE – Won a Listed race over 1600m at Deauville on 23 August. Faces his toughest test to date but is in search of the hat-trick
  13. TIME TO TURN – Won a Listed race over 1400m at Ascot in Great Britain on 25 July. The combination of Charlie Appleby and William Buick cannot be discounted
  14. PUERTO RICO – Comes off a victory in the Group 2 Betfred Champagne Stakes over 1400m at Doncaster in Great Britain on 13 September. He is one of the leading contenders
  15. A BIT OF SPIRIT – Comes off a Group 3 victory over 1400m at Sandown in Great Britain on 30 August. The son of Palace Pier can finish on the podium
  16. CIELO DI ROMA – Made the natural improvement when winning over 1400m at Deauville in Conditional Maiden on 9 September. Takes on much stronger here
  17. NIGHTTIME – Winner of his last three starts, the latest of which was in the Group 3 Prix la Rochette over 1400m on this course on 11 September. Merits healthy respect
  18. IMPERIAL ME CEN – Finished sixth in the Group 1 Sumbe Prix Morny over 1200m at Deauville on 24 August. Others have a stronger winning chance
    Summary: RAYIF (1) is unbeaten from two starts and won a good race in the Group 3 Prix Francois Boutin last time. Mickael Barzalona retains the ride, and he may be the one to beat. PUERTO RICO (5) won the Group 2 Betfred Champagne Stakes easier than the official margin suggests. He should pose a massive threat. NIGHTTIME (8) is a winner of his last three starts, the latest of which was in the Group 3 Prix la Rochette on this course. He should be right there. TIME TO TURN (4) represents the Godolphin team and he can show.
    SELECTIONS
    RAYIF (1) – PUERTO RICO (5) – NIGHTTIME (8) – TIME TO TURN (4)
    C3 – PRIX DE L’ABBAYE DE LONGCHAMP LONGINES – 1000m (a5f) – TURF – Gr1 – Flat – EUR € 350,000
  19. AGAINST THE WIND – Finished third over 1000m at Southwell in Great Britain on 21 September. Look elsewhere
  20. WASHINGTON HEIGHTS – Finished unplaced in the Group 1 Nunthorpe Stakes over 1000m at York on 22 August. May be outgunned in this line-up
  21. AIN’T NOBODY – Unplaced in last two starts, the latest of which was over 1200m at Ayr in Great Britain on 20 September. Needs to find best form to have a say here
  22. MEGARRY – Finished third over 1200m at Deauville in the Group 3 Prix de Meautry on 30 August. Faces his toughest test to date and may find it difficult
  23. JM JUNGLE – Finished behind ASFOORA (17) when sixth in the Group 1 Nunthorpe Stakes at York in Great Britain on 22 August. Needs to find form of penultimate victory
  24. PONNTOS – Finished behind MONTEILLE (13) when third over 1000m at Parislongchamp in the Group 3 Prix Du Petit Couvert on 14 September. He may have to settle for the same result
  25. JAWWAL – Won over 1100m at Chantilly in Class 1 Conditional on 15 September. Takes on much stronger and may find this difficult
  26. RUMSTAR – Finished sixth over 1050m at Newbury in Great Britain in a Group 3 on 20 September. Finished behind ASFOORA (17) in his penultimate outing at York
  27. NIGHT RAIDER – Finished fifth over 1000m at the Curragh in Ireland in the Bar One Racing Flying Five on 14 September. He is yet to win at Group 1 level but cannot be ignored
  28. RAYEVKA – Finished behind MONTEILLE (13) when second in the Group 3 Prix du Petit Couvert over 1000m on this course on 14 September. She cannot be discounted with Mickael Barzalona doing duty
  29. FROST AT DAWN – Finished behind ASFOORA (17) when third over 1000m at York in Great Britain in the Group 1 Nunthorpe Stakes on 22 August. She is one of the leading contenders
  30. SHE’S QUALITY – Finished fourth over 1000m at the Curragh in Ireland in the Bar One Racing Flying Five on 14 September. Is yet to shape at Group 1 level
  31. MONTEILLE – Winner of the Group 3 Prix du Petit Couvert over 1000m on this course on 14 September. Cristian Demuro rides from an inside draw and she should give a good account of herself
  32. FIRST INSTINCT – Won a Group 3 over 1050m at Newbury in Great Britain on 20 September. Is an honest individual but may be outgunned in this line-up
  33. MGHEERA – Finished sixth over 1000m at the Curragh in Ireland in the Bar One Racing Flying Five on 14 September. Chance on best form shown
  34. STAR OF LADY M – Finished unplaced in a Listed race over 1100m at Ayr in Great Britain on 19 September. Others are preferred
  35. ASFOORA – Is better than latest when seventh over 1000m at the Curragh in Ireland in the Bar One Racing Flying Five on 14 September. Oisin Murphy is back in the saddle, and she may the one to side with
  36. SKY MAJESTY – Disappointing latest when eighth over 1200m at Haydock in the Group 1 Betfair Sprint Cup Stakes on 6 September. Has work to do to win this contest
  37. AFJAN – Won the Group 3 Prix D’Arenberg over 1000m on this course on 31 August. The son of Mehmas takes on older rivals but he looks to have plenty of class about him and gets a good weight allowance
    Summary: ASFOORA (17) is better than her last start in Ireland and she is a quality sprinter. Oisin Murphy steps back into the saddle and she should be the one to beat. FROST AT DAWN (11) finished behind ASFOORA (17) last time. William Buick will do duty, and she is one of the leading contenders. MONTEILLE (13) comes off a victory in the Group 3 Prix du Couvert on 14 September. She should be the first French based runner home. AFJAN (19) takes on older rivals but has plenty of class and carries a nice weight.
    SELECTIONS
    ASFOORA (17) – FROST AT DAWN (11) – MONTEILLE (13) – AFJAN (19)
    C4 – QATAR ARABIAN WORLD CUP – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 1,000,000
  38. JOE STAR – Finished behind AL ZEER (10) when second over 2170m in Belgium in a Group 3 on 2 September. Others have a stronger winning chance
  39. MOSHRIF – Finished third over 2000m at Parislongchamp in a Group 1 on 7 September. May find it difficult to win this contest
  40. AL GHADEER – Has won six times from seven starts in France. Winner of a Group 1 over 1600m at Goodwood in Great Britain on 30 July. Won this race last year and can defend his title
  41. AL ZWAIR – Battling to find best form. Finished fifth over 2000m on this course in a Group 1 on 7 September. Others look stronger
  42. LUWSAIL – Finished behind HM ALCHAHINE (6) when second over 2000m on this course in a Group 1 on 7 September. He may have to settle for the same result
  43. HM ALCHAHINE – Winner of last four starts, the latest of which was over 2000m on this course in a Group 1 on 7 September. Merits healthy respect
  44. RB KINGMAKER – Was victorious in his last two starts, the latest of which was in a Group 1 over 2000m at Deauville on 5 August. He finished second in this race last year
  45. CH’EZZA – Finished behind AL GHADEER (3) when third in a Group 1 over 1600m at Goodwood in Great Britain on 30 July. With luck in running, he can finish on the podium
  46. NABUCCO AL MAURY – Finished behind AL ZEER (10) when third over 2170m in Belgium in a Group 2 on 2 September. Others look stronger
  47. AL ZEER – Won a Group 3 over 2170m in Belgium on 2 September. He may be outgunned in this line-up
  48. MURAAD – Finished second in a Group 3 over 1900m at La Teste-Bassin Arcachon on 12 July. Maxime Guyon knows him well and the combination cannot be ignored
  49. RB MARY LYLAH – Winner of last two starts, the latest of which was over 1600m in Turkey in a Group 3 on 7 September. James Doyle rides but more is needed
    Summary: AL GHADEER (3) won this race last year and is in good form heading into this contest. Christophe Soumillon rides and he is the horse to beat. HM ALCHAHINE (6) is in top form and comes off a Group 1 victory over this course and distance. He should be involved at the finish. RB KINGMAKER (7) finished second behind AL GHADEER (3) in this race last year and should run another honest race. LUWSAIL (5) finished behind HM ALCHAHINE (6) last time and may have to settle for the same result.
    SELECTIONS
    AL GHADEER (3) – HM ALCHAHINE (6) – RB KINGMAKER (7) – LUWSAIL (5)
    C5 – QATAR PRIX DE L’ARC DE TRIOMPHE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Gr1 – Flat – EUR € 5,000,000
  50. GIAVELLOTTO – Won on his last run over 2400m in a Group 3 race at Kempton (UK) on September 6th. Group 1 success in the Hong Kong Vase at Sha Tin (HKG) in December. Well drawn and can make the top four
  51. WHITE BIRCH – 5th on his last start over 2000m in the Irish Champion Stakes (Gr.1) on September 13th behind a few of today’s rivals. Group 1 success in the Tattersalls Gold Cup in May 2024.
    Hard to recommend
  52. ARROW EAGLE – 6th on his last run over track and trip in the Prix Foy (Gr.2) behind BYZANTINE DREAM (6) on September 7th. Group 2 winner in June over 2400m at Chantilly of the Grand Prix De Chantilly. This will be more challenging
  53. SOSIE – Fair effort to be 2nd in the Prix Foy (Gr.2) behind BYZANTINE DREAM (6) over track/trip on September 7th. Group 1 success over 1850m at this track on May 25th in the Prix D’Ispahan. Player from stall 3
  54. LOS ANGELES – Placed 4th on his last two runs, the latter over track and trip behind BYZANTINE DREAM (6) in the Prix Foy (Gr.2) on September 7th. Won the Tattersalls Gold Cup (Gr.1) at the Curragh in late May over 2000m. Stall 14 is a slight worry, but he can be involved
  55. BYZANTINE DREAM – Won over track and trip on September 7th in the Prix Foy (Gr.2) on his last start. Stall 15 is not ideal, and he has work to do
  56. ESTRANGE – Fair 2nd on her last run over 2400m in the Group 1 Yorkshire Oaks behind MINNIE HAUK (17) on August 21st. She faces a tough challenge from stall 18
  57. QUISISANA – She has won all three starts this year, the latter over 2000m in the Prix Jean Romanet (Gr.1) at Deauville on August 24th. She is improving and is well drawn in stall 7. Consider each way
  58. KALPANA – Placed on all four runs this year, 2nd at Kempton (Gr.3) on the all-weather track in early September, and 2nd in the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes (Gr.1) at Ascot (UK) on July 26th. Can play a lead role
  59. AVENTURE – Top class filly, who has solid credentials. 2nd in this race last year, in top form this year. She won the Prix Vermeille (Gr.1) over track and trip on September 7th by 1.5L. Leading contender
  60. DARYZ – Ran well to be 2nd in the Prix Du Prince D’Orange (Gr.3) over 2000m at this track on September 14th behind CROIX DU NORD (15). Tries this distance for the first time and has a favoured stall in 2
  61. LEFFARD – 6th on his last run in the Prix Niel (Gr.2) behind CUALIFICAR (13) on September 7th over 2400m at this track. He won the Grand Prix De Paris (Gr.1) in July over track and trip. He is well drawn and has place claims at big odds
  62. CUALIFICAR – Won well over track and trip in the Prix Niel (Gr.2) on September 7th and 2nd in the Prix Du Jockey Club (Gr.1) in June at Chantilly over 2100m. Improving colt and is well drawn in stall 8
  63. HOTAZHELL – Placed 4th on his last two runs, the latter over 2000m at Leopardstown (IRL) over 2000m on September 13th in the Irish Champion Stakes (Gr.1). Opposable
  64. CROIX DU NORD – Two good wins of late, in Tokyo (JPN) over 2400m in the Japanese Derby (Gr.1) in June on his penultimate and the latter over 2000m in the Prix Du Prince D’Orange (Gr.3) over 2000m at this track on September 14th. One to keep safe despite stall 17
  65. ALOHI ALII – Won on his sole run in France on August 16th in the Prix Guillaume D’Ornano (Gr.2) on August 16th over 2000m. A winner in Japan. Lightly raced and he might find a few of these too smart
  66. MINNIE HAUK – Class filly who has won all four runs this year, three Group 1 races, including the Epsom Oaks in June, Irish Oaks in July and the Yorkshire Oaks on her last start on August 21st by 3.5L over 2400m. Well drawn and has a live chance
  67. GEZORA – Ran well to be 2nd behind AVENTURE (10) in the Prix Vermeille (Gr.1) over track and trip on September 7th last time. Prix De Diane (Gr.1) winner over 2100m in June. Can not be ruled out despite stall 13
    Summary: This could go to last year’s runner-up, AVENTURE (10), who has been in top form all year. She scored a convincing win in the Prix Vermeille (Gr.1) over this track and trip on September 7th, taking her Arc trial by 1.5 lengths. She clearly enjoys this course and could just edge out MINNIE HAUK (17), who has been targeted at this race all season. A triple Group 1 winner in the Oaks circuit—landing the Epsom Oaks, Irish Oaks, and the Yorkshire Oaks—she was last seen in late August, winning easily by 3.5 lengths. She is well drawn in stall 1 and has Christophe Soumillon booked to ride. GEZORA (18) was a solid second behind AVENTURE (10) in the Prix Vermeille and could be involved again. KALPANA (9) can rebound after her defeat on the artificial surface at Kempton in September and warrants respect. SOSIE (4) is well drawn and may also have a say in the closing stages.
    SELECTIONS
    AVENTURE (10) – MINNIE HAUK (17) – GEZORA (18) – KALPANA (9)
    C6 – PRIX DE L’OPERA LONGINES – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Gr1 – Flat – EUR € 500,000
  68. ROYAL DRESS – Placed 2nd on her last run over 1800m in a Group 3 race at Chantilly on September 20th. She might find this too much
  69. GRAND STARS – Placed on all five runs this year, 3rd on the most recent over 2000m in the Prix Jean Romanet (Gr.1) on August 24th at Deauville. Others rate higher
  70. TAMFANA – 7th last time out, 2nd previously over 1600m at Sandown (UK) in the Bet365 Mile (Gr.2) on April 25th. She has been given a break since May and has been trained for this race
  71. START OF DAY – 6th on her last run in late August, 3rd before that over 1600m in the Prix Rothschild (Gr.1) at Deauville on August 3rd. Capable of being involved
  72. SEE THE FIRE – Placed on her last three runs, 4th on the most recent over 2050m at York (UK) in the Juddmonte International (Gr.1) on August 20th. Hard to overlook
  73. ONE LOOK – Placed 2nd at the Curragh (IRL) over 2000m in the Moyglare Jewels Blandford (Gr.2) at the Curragh on September 14th behind BARNAVARA (7). Place chance
  74. BARNAVARA – Won on her last run over 2000m in the Moyglare Jewels Blandford (Gr.2) at the Curragh on September 14th by 3.5L. In the mix
  75. WEMIGHTAKEDLONGWAY – Good 2nd in the Irish Oaks (Gr.1) at the Curragh over 2400m on July 19th last time out. Capable of a bold show
  76. JANUARY – 7th last time out in September, 2nd before that over 1600m in the Prix Rothschild (Gr.1) at Deauville on August 3rd. Key chance
  77. MERVEILLEUX LAPIN – Fair 3rd last time out over 2100m in a Listed race at this track on September 4th. This looks like a step too far
  78. QILIN QUEEN – 4th last time out, a win before that over 2400m in the Prix De Malleret (Gr.2) at this track over 2400m on July 13th. The drop back in trip is not ideal
  79. NICORENI – Won on her last start over 2200m at Dusseldorf (DEU) in a Group 1 (German Oaks) on August 3rd. Can make the top three
    Summary: WEMIGHTAKEDLONGWAY (8) is given the vote after an excellent run in the Irish Oaks (Gr.1) at the Curragh in July, when she was a good second behind Minnie Hauk. She is preferred ahead of SEE THE FIRE (5), who has performed well all year. Her fourth in the Juddmonte International (Gr.1) in late August was a creditable effort. JANUARY (9) warrants respect. If she emulates her second in the Prix Rothschild (Gr.1) at Deauville in August, she can not be excluded. TAMFANA (3) heads the rest.
    SELECTIONS
    WEMIGHTAKEDLONGWAY (8) – SEE THE FIRE (5) – JANUARY (9) – TAMFANA (3)
    C7 – QATAR PRIX DE LA FORET – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Gr1 – Flat – EUR € 350,000
  80. ROSHVAR – Two wins this year, the latter over 1400m in a Group 3 race at this track on September 14th. Up in class, but he should be suited by a strong pace
  81. KING’S GAMBLE – Ran well to be 2nd at Doncaster (UK) over 1400m in the Betfred Stakes (Gr.2) on September 13th last time out. Can make the top four at big odds
  82. DEVIL’S POINT – 6th on the last start over 1400m in the Betfred Stakes (Gr.2) at Doncaster (UK) on September 13th. Group 2 winner in Germany in 2024. Opposable
  83. SAJIR – Three wins from four runs this year, the latest success was over 1300m in the Prix Maurice De Gheest (Gr.1) on August 10th. Speedy and can be involved if able to see out this trip
  84. ZOUM ZOUM – Credible 4th on his last run over 1400m at Doncaster (UK) on September 13th. This is a stronger race, and it will not be easy for him
  85. TOPGEAR – 5th on his last run over 1300m at Deauville in the Prix Maurice De Gheest (Gr.1) on August 10th behind SAJIR (4) on August 10th. Place chance
  86. WITNESS STAND – Placed on the last three runs, 2nd on the latter over 1400m in a Group 2 race at Newbury (UK) on August 16th. Looks vulnerable
  87. GEOGRAPHY – Two wins of late, the latter over 1600m at Baden -Baden (DEU) on September 7th. Down in trip and he can make his presence felt
  88. ZEROSTRESS – Placed on his last five runs, a win two runs back over 1200m in a Listed race at Hoppergarten (DEU) on August 10th. This requires a lot more to make the top four
  89. MORE THUNDER – Two wins of late, the latter over 1400m at Newbury (UK) in the Hungerford Stakes (Gr.2) on August 16th. Hard to overlook
  90. TEN BOB TONY – Unplaced last time out, a win previously over 1450m in a Group 3 race at Haydock (UK) on May 31st. He has work ahead to be involved
  91. MARANOA CHARLIE – Solid effort to be 3rd at York (UK) over 1400m in the City Of York Stakes (Gr.1) on August 23rd. Group 3 winner over track and trip on June 8th. Player
  92. EXXTRA – 4th on her last run over 1400m in a Group 3 race at this track on September 14th. She needs a personal best to score
  93. ZARIGANA – Top class operator, 2nd on her last run on June 20th in the Coronation Stakes (Gr.1) at Ascot (UK), and a win over 1600m in the Poule D’essai Des Pouliches (Gr.1) in May. Key chance
  94. EXACTLY – Ran well to be 2nd over 1600m at Leopardstown (IRL) on September 13th in the Matron Stakes (Gr.1). Ought to be thereabouts
  95. GODSPEED – Placed 4th on her last start over 1600m in the Prix Rothschild (Gr.1) on August 3rd at Deauville. Can place at attractive odds
    Summary: Classy filly ZARIGANA (14) should have no trouble with the drop in trip today. She was awarded the Poule d’Essai des Pouliches (Gr.1) in May in the stewards’ room and has shaped well in her runs since. MARANOA CHARLIE (12) is likely to set the pace and could establish a strong early tempo. His third-place finish at York in August was encouraging, and he’s capable of giving another solid account. MORE THUNDER (10) landed the Hungerford Stakes (Gr.2) in mid-August and commands respect. SAJIR (4) has plenty of speed, and if he stays the trip, he could prove dangerous.
    SELECTIONS
    ZARIGANA (14) – MARANOA CHARLIE (12) – MORE THUNDER (10) – SAJIR (4)
    C8 – QATAR GRAND HANDICAP DES FLYERS PRESENTE PAR RMC – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 1 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 72,000
  96. LANZELOT GOLD – Two unplaced runs of late, 2nd previously over track and trip on May 7th in a Class 1 race. Class 1 handicap winner over track/trip in April. Can be involved if overcoming a wide starting position
  97. REVERSO – Credible 3rd last time out over 1400m at Prague (CZE) on September 20th in a conditions race. Unlikely to trouble some of these
  98. MAJOR OAK – Ran well to be 4th over 1200m at Chantilly in a Class 2 handicap on September 20th. His better form recently has been over 1200m
  99. OMICRONE – Unplaced last time in August over 1200m, a win previously over this track and trip on July 13th in a Class 2 race. Hard to rule out of the top three
  100. HEYBETLI – Five unplaced runs of late, 6th on the latest over 1400m in a handicap at Saint-Cloud on September 19th. Capable of making the frame despite stall 16
  101. SKYLIGHT BROCHARD – Likes this track, 2nd on his last run over 1400m in a Class 2 handicap at this venue on September 7th. Good draw in 5 and can feature
  102. LANAKEN – Three good efforts of late, 2nd on the most recent over 1400m in a Class 2 handicap at Deauville on August 3rd. He can not be ruled out of the frame
  103. LAITH – Placed 2nd on the last run over 1600m at Lyon Parilly on September 21st in a Class 1 race. Outside place contender
  104. RASTRELLARE – 5th on the last run over 1400m at Saint-Cloud on September 19th in a handicap. This might be difficult for him
  105. EGIATEGIA – Two unplaced runs since a 3rd over 1000m in a Listed race at Chantilly on June 24th. Makes limited appeal
  106. BELLANO – Ran well to be 4th over 1400m at this track in a Class 2 handicap on September 7th. He is well drawn in stall 2 and can score
  107. TORTISAMBERT – Decent effort when 3rd over 1400m at this track on September 7th in a Class 2 handicap. Decent track form and he is well drawn. Player
  108. FELIX AUX ORMES – Three unplaced efforts of late, 7th over 1400m at Saint-Cloud on September 19th in a handicap last time. Has work to do to be involved
  109. HEMEVEZ – Recent success over 1400m in a handicap at this track on September 4th. Capable of making the top four at attractive odds
  110. LEOPARDUCCIO – Two unplaced runs of late, the latter over 1400m at this track in a Class 2 handicap on September 7th. Look elsewhere
  111. ROCK BOY – Unplaced last time out over 1400m at Deauville on August 3rd in a Class 2 handicap. He might find a few of these too smart
  112. AMEDRAS – Five unplaced runs of late, the most recent over track and trip in a Class 2 handicap on September 7th. Pass over
  113. PRINCE AUBOIS – 5th on his last start over track and trip in a handicap on September 4th. He is at the right end of the handicap and is well drawn in stall 3. Keep safe
    Summary: BELLANO (11) ran well over track and trip in a Class 2 handicap when last seen in early September and has an ideal draw in stall 2. His main threat could be SKYLIGHT BROCHARD (6), who finished second in a similar type of race over track and trip in early September and has a liking for this track. TORTISAMBERT (12) was back in third that day, narrowly beaten. He can once again be involved at the business end. OMICRONE (4) enters calculations on his win over track/trip in July in a Class 2.
    SELECTIONS
    BELLANO (11) – SKYLIGHT BROCHARD (6) – TORTISAMBERT (12) – OMICRONE (4)
    C9 – QATAR PRIX DE LA PLACE DE L’ETOILE – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 1 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 72,000
  114. BRISE NOIR – Placed on his last run over 2000m at Deauville on August 14th in a Class 1 race. Unlikely to trouble some of these
  115. COLGAN SENORA – Good win last time out over 1900m at Deauville on August 24th in a Class 1 handicap by 3L on the PSF. Handles the turf and will be hard to beat
  116. O’WOOD – Ran well to win over 2000m at Deauville on August 17th in a Class 2 handicap on the turf. Ought to be in the shake-up
  117. OLYMPIC GOAL – Three decent efforts of late, a win on the latest over 1850m at this track on September 14th in a Class 1 handicap. Player
  118. PRINCE DES VILLES – Four decent runs this year, 4th on the latter over 2000m at Deauville on August 17th in a Class 2 handicap. Place contender
  119. EVERILLO – 5th on his last start over 1850m at this track in a Class 1 handicap on September 14th. One to pay attention to
  120. PRINCE DE MONTFORT – 8th last time out, a win previously over 1800m in a Class 3 race at Dieppe on July 31st. Others rate higher
  121. EXCELSIOR – Three unplaced runs this year, the latter over 2200m at Clairefontaine on August 8th in a Class 3 race. Looks vulnerable
  122. SABROSO – Three placed runs of late, 2nd on the latter over 1850m in a Class 1 handicap at this track on September 14th. Makes limited appeal
  123. SOUS LA NEIGE – Credible 4th on his last run over 1600m at La Teste on August 29th in a Class 2 race. He has to enter calculations
  124. JUST JIM – 3rd on his last start over 1900m at Cholet on June 2nd in a Class 3 race. He might be out of his depth in this class of race
  125. JOHNNY HAMMER – Placed on his last three runs, 3rd on the most recent over 1850m at this track on September 14th in a Class 1 handicap. Can make the top four
  126. VERITABLE – Ran well to be 2nd last time over 1900m at La Teste on September 25th in a Class 2 race. Hard to fancy from a wide stall
  127. MELBORA – Two unplaced runs of late, a win before that over 2000m at La Teste on July 27th in a Class 3 handicap. She might find a few of these too smart
  128. BIG LOG – Recent win over 1850m at this track in a Class 2 handicap on September 14th. Capable of being competitive
  129. HAVIASSOR – Three wins of late, the latter over 2200m at this track in a Class 3 handicap on September 14th. Might be in the handicapper’s grip
  130. SWIFT FLIGHT – 4th on the most recent start over 2200m at this track on September 14th in a Class 3 handicap. Look for an alternative
    Summary: COLGAN SENORA (2) has improved with racing and scored easily at Deauville on the PSF in late August when last seen. He is versatile and has won on turf twice before. He is a marginal choice ahead of OLYMPIC GOAL (4), who scored at this track over 1850m in a competitive Class 1 handicap in mid-September when last racing. O’WOOD (3) is also a last-time-out winner at Deauville on August 17th and has to be considered, as does EVERILLO (6), who makes up the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    COLGAN SENORA (2) – OLYMPIC GOAL (4) – O’WOOD (3) – EVERILLO (6)
    R2 STRASBOURG [R-H]

C1 – PRIX MID DANCER – 3300m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 2 – Hurdles – EUR € 28,000

  1. SAINT GENY – Disappointing last run when fourth in a Conditions hurdle at Dieppe over 3400m on 28 June. Impressed on debut and can bounce back to score
  2. COLO – Improved to win second start, a Conditions hurdle over this track and trip on 14 September. Should fight out the finish
  3. LE PALEFRENIER – Has not shown much so far and was 5th in a Group 3 hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m on 18 September. Well beaten that day and others make more appeal
  4. OUBLIEUX – A faller on debut in a Conditions hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m on 13 September. Can be a threat this time around
  5. YSSI IMPERATRICE – Unreliable and was a faller last time out in a claiming hurdles at Auteuil over 3500m on 23 September. Might play a minor role at best
    Summary: SAINT GENY (1) impressed when scoring on debut. He did not show that level of form next time out but was not disgraced in a stronger field than this. He is the one to beat in this line-up. COLO (2) showed improvement from a modest debut to win over this track and trip last month. That was his first crack at a hurdle race, so he looks the main danger. OUBLIEUX (4) fell on debut and could be a threat with improvement likely. YSSI IMPERATRICE (5) is capable of earning some prize money.
    SELECTIONS
    SAINT GENY (1) – COLO (2) – OUBLIEUX (4) – YSSI IMPERATRICE (5)
    C2 – PRIX DU CANAL DE LA MARNE AU RHIN – 1550m (a1m) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 21,000
  6. YACOMO – Has some fair form and finished fourth in a Conditions race at this track over 1400m on 14 September. Can earn some more money
  7. QUEMAZAL – Showed promise on debut when third in a Conditions race at Angers over 1600m on 22 September. Big chance in this line-up with improvement expected
  8. LIVERPOOL – Did not show much on debut when 9th in a Conditions race at this track over 1400m on 14 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  9. NEW PEARL – Has not shown much so far and was 9th in a Conditions race at Vichy over 2000m on 22 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  10. ESTHETE – Has shown some improvement and was runner-up in a claimer at Deauville over 1200m on 14 August. Can contest the finish
  11. MARYLENE DU SERRE – Has only been modest so far and finished 7th in a Conditions race Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 12 September. Capable of improvement and is not out of it
  12. BODEGA BAY – A two-year-old colt by Mondialiste out of Billie Jo who is making his debut. His mother raced once and was unplaced. Watch the betting
  13. TABEO – A two-year-old colt by Accon out of Tilara who is making his debut. His mother was unraced. Watch the betting
  14. MELTING MOON – A two-year-old colt by Sea The Moon out of Melting Ice who is making his debut. His Dam only had one unplaced run to her name. Watch the betting
  15. NIGHT SESSION – A two-year-old colt by Waldpfad out of Night of Love who is making his debut. His mother was unplaced in her only start. Watch the betting
  16. THE WISER – A two-year-old colt by Sea The Moon out of Sage Melody who is making his debut. His mother won one race in 12 starts. Watch the betting
  17. ENTLEBUCH – A two-year-old colt by Zelzal out of Ehteyat who is mking his debut. His Dam only had one start and was unplaced. Watch the betting
  18. NAUGHTY MAN – A two-year-old gelding by Study of Man out of Not Now who is making his debut. His mother only raced once and was runner-up. Watch the betting
  19. WILD COOPER – A two-year-old colt by Almanzor out of Wild Lily who is making his debut. His Dam was unraced. Watch the betting
  20. AGNESI – A two-year-old filly by Zelzal out of Amelia May who is making her debut. Her mother was unraced. Watch the betting
    Summary: QUEMAZAL (2) was only run out of it very late at Angers on debut. Improvement should be forthcoming and he sets the standard in this race. ESTHETE (5) showed vast improvement when runner-up last time out and could have more to offer on stable debut. MARYLENE DU SERRE (6) ran better than her finishing position suggests and can contest the finish. MELTING MOON (9) makes his debut for a trainer with a good recent record with first-time starters.
    SELECTIONS
    QUEMAZAL (2) – ESTHETE (5) – MARYLENE DU SERRE (6) – MELTING MOON (9)
    C3 – PRIX BANQUE POPULAIRE D’ALSACE LORRAINE CHAMPAGNE (PRIX D’AUTEUIL) – 4200m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Steeple Chase – EUR € 26,000
  21. AVEL DE KERBARH – Showed some improvement when runner-up in a Conditions chase at Segré over 3800m on 21 September. Should be a threat in this line-up
  22. IGUANE DES ONGRAIS – Did not show his best when 9th in a handicap chase at Auteuil over 4400m on 23 September. Capable of better and is not out of it
  23. JOLIVENT – Unreliable and was a faller last time out in a Conditions chase over this track and trip on 14 September. Can make the frame
  24. FLEURIEU – Unplaced last time out in a handicap chase at Auteuil over 4400m on 23 September. Has won twice this year and is capable of an upset
  25. CELEB – Unreliable but was not disgraced when fourth in a claiming hurdle at Compiegne over 3600m on 10 September. Has run well in a chase before and has claims
  26. JUST A KISS SIVOLA – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up in a handicap chase at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 3700m on 11 August. Can go one better
  27. MONEY MONEY – Has struggled of late and was unplaced last time out in a Conditions chase at Nancy over 3800m on 28 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
    Summary: A competitive-looking event. JUST A KISS SIVOLA (6) has been runner-up in three chases this year and deserves a change of luck with a winning turn. CELEB (5) was not disgraced when last seen over the larger obstacles and can fight out the finish. AVEL DE KERBARH (1) has won off a higher mark than this and is clearly not out of it. JOLIVENT (3) is on a very long losing run but could still pick up some prize money.
    SELECTIONS
    JUST A KISS SIVOLA (6) – CELEB (5) – AVEL DE KERBARH (1) – JOLIVENT (3)
    C4 – PRIX FEDERATION FRANCAISE DU BATIMENT DU BAS-RHIN (PX COUPE DE L’EST) – 1550m (a1m) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 11,900
  28. ITAO DE BOUSSAY – Battling to find best form and was unplaced last time out in a handicap at Vichy over 2000m on 22 September. Others make more appeal
  29. FRANKINI – Has improved with each run and was runner-up in maidens race at Newcastle over 1410m on 29 March. Returns from a break but has claims
  30. STYLE DE MIMI – Has not shown much so far and was 9th in a Conditions race at Vichy over 1600m on 23 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win this race
  31. ALABAMA SUMMER – Did not show his best when 6th in a Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 1350m on 16 September. Can contest the finish
  32. PIZ PALU – Has really struggled of late and was unplaced at Baden-Baden over 1400m on 6 September. Needs to do a lot more to beat these rivals
  33. LE MANHATTAN – Has struggled of late and was 9th in a handicap at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 1800m on 18 August. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  34. GALIMIX – A four-year-old colt by Gémix out of Walimix who is making his debut. His mother won 7 of her 73 starts. Watch the betting
  35. ZAKOSHA – A runner-up in half of her six starts, including last time out in a Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 1350m on 16 September. Can go one better
  36. ANCOLIE – Disappointing form of late and was 6th in a Conditions race at Baden-Baden over 1600m on 31 August. Capable of better and can earn some money
  37. ORLOVKA – Has lost her way and was 8th in a Conditions race at this track over 2000m on 27 September. Needs major improvement to win
  38. ANONYMA – Unreliable and finished tenth in a Conditions race at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 2200m on 18 August. Capable of an upset, supplemented for this race
  39. NAIROBI NIGHTS – A three-year-old filly by Jimmy Two Times out of Petite Paradise who is making her debut. Her dam did not win a race. Watch the betting
    Summary: ZAKOSHA (8) is consistent and threatening to win a race. She was caught very late last time out at Lyon-Parilly and can go one better this time. FRANKINI (2) showed promise in his three starts in the United Kingdom and can be a serious threat returning from a break that saw him gelded. ALABAMA SUMMER (4) is better judged on his penultimate start and could contest the finish. ANCOLIE (9) has been supplemented for the race and holds place claims.
    SELECTIONS
    ZAKOSHA (8) – FRANKINI (2) – ALABAMA SUMMER (4) – ANCOLIE (9)
    C5 – PRIX DU CONSEIL DE L’EUROPE – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Handicap – Steeple Chase – EUR € 26,000
  40. COCOTTE ROYALE – Has lost the way this year and was a faller in chase claimer at Auteuil over 3600m on 23 September. Did better last year and is not out of it
  41. LYCIE – Has only been modest of late and was 7th in a Conditions hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m on 18 September. Big chance trying a chase this time
  42. VERONALE – Holding form and was third in a handicap hurdle at Dieppe over 3800m on 12 June. Has won a chase and can bounce back to score
  43. TWICKENHAM PARK – Probably needed his only run of the year when 5th in a handicap chase at Lyon-Parilly over 3400m on 16 September. Fitter this time but others make more appeal
  44. LEXINGTON DU SEUIL – Yet to win a race but is in good form and was third in a chase claimer at Auteuil over 3600m on 23 September. Can contest the finish
  45. BREEZE D’AUTEUIL – Only modest of late and finished 5th in a chase claimer at Auteuil over 3600m on 23 September. Might play a minor role
    Summary: A small field but a tricky race. LYCIE (2) has only been moderate of late but is best judged on her good run in March. She can win on her first crack over the larger obstacles. VERONALE (3) has improved lately and already has a chase win to her name, so will be a real threat. LEXINGTON DU SEUIL (5) is fit and in good shape and could pick up a first victory. COCOTTE ROYALE (1) is not the most reliable but could play a minor role.
    SELECTIONS
    LYCIE (2) – VERONALE (3) – LEXINGTON DU SEUIL (5) – COCOTTE ROYALE (1)
    C6 – PRIX CPME DU BAS-RHIN (PRIX DE LA MODER) – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,400
  46. MAGNETIQUE – Did not show his best when 7th in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 27 September. Did win his penultimate start and is not out of it
  47. AS DE JUILLEY – Broke a very long losing run when winning a handicap at this track over 2100m on 27 September. Carries a 2.50kg penalty but can follow up
  48. GO FOR IT – In good form and finished third in a handicap at this course over 2100m on 27 September. Be right there at the finish once again
  49. KARMINA BELLA – On a very long losing run and was 11th in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 27 September. Did better in her penultimate start and could play a minor role
  50. GEMMYO – Has struggled of late and finished 7th in a handicap at Vichy over 2400m on 23 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  51. MR RIEM – On a very long losing run and finished 12th in a handicap over this track and trip on 14 September. Might play a minor role at very best
  52. AKAGERA – Has some fair form of late and finished 5th in a handicap at Amiens over 2200m on 28 September. Should be a threat off this handicap mark
  53. ARAMIS D’AZUR – Unreliable and was unplaced last time out in a handicap at this track over 2000m on 8 May. Returns from a break and could need this run
  54. ACATANA – Has yet to win a race and was 6th in a handicap at this course over 2000m on 14 Eptember. Might play a minor role
  55. EVER READY – Has improved of late and was not disgraced when 5th in a handicap at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1800m on 18 September. Could break a long losing run
    Summary: There is not much between most of these rivals on recent form. EVER READY (10) has shown improvement of late and, with his only win coming at this track, gets a narrow vote to score. AS DE JUILLEY (2) bounced back to his best with a win at this course and could follow up under a penalty. GO FOR IT (3) remains in good shape and should challenge for top honours again. AKAGERA (7) is also capable of getting into the mix.
    SELECTIONS
    EVER READY (10) – AS DE JUILLEY (2) – GO FOR IT (3) – AKAGERA (7)
    C7 – PRIX CUPRA STRASBOURG (PRIX DU DABO) – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,400
  56. CALADBOLG – Has been struggling for some time now and finished 9th in a claimer at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1900m on 11 June. Needs major improvement to win
  57. MOWGLI – Has struggled of late and was 11th in a handicap over this track and trip on 14 September. Capable of better but others are preferred
  58. WAITARA – Not reliable and finished 5th in a handicap at Vichy over 2400m on 23 September. Has won over this course and distance and is not out of it
  59. LIKING – Unreliable but was not disgraced when fourth in a handicap at Craon over 2200m on 6 September. Can win a race of this nature
  60. TOSTADERO – Battling to find best form and was unplaced in a handicap at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1600m on 11 June. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  61. SKIPPER – Only modest of late and was 6th in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 8 May. Could need this run returning from a break
  62. TRIPTAJIKA – Holding her form and was not disgraced when 5th in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 27 September. Be right there at the finish
  63. AFTERGLOW – Disappointing last run when 9th in a handicap at Vichy over 2000m on 22 September. Has won three times this year and is capable of an upset
  64. SWEET BETSY – Has struggled of late and was 8th in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 27 September. Others make more appeal
  65. VALLANDO – In good shape and finished third at Baden-Baden over 2400m on 7 September. Can break a long losing run
  66. DARLING CHALLENGE – Showed some improvement when runner-up in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 27 September. Can go one better
    Summary: LIKING (4) could be progressing and was a good fourth at Craon last month. He looks the one to beat in this line-up. TRIPTAJIKA (7) has had a very good year so far, was not disgraced at this track a week ago, and should contest the finish. VALLANDO (10) is in good form but has not won for some time. DARLING CHALLENGE (11) has shown a liking for this track and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    LIKING (4) – TRIPTAJIKA (7) – VALLANDO (10) – DARLING CHALLENGE (11)
    C8 – PRIX RICHARD HARTLEY – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  67. SAVANNENSTERN – Has not shown his best of late and was unplaced last time out in a handicap at Compiegne over 2800m on 16 September. Better this distance and could be a threat
  68. CHIRIMIRI – Unreliable and finished 5th in a claimer at Compiegne over 1400m on 16 September. More is needed to beat these rivals
  69. EVERSTORM – A winner of his last three starts, the latest at Billigheim over 2250m on 21 September. Tougher task this time but must be respected
  70. IT’S EAGLE – Has struggled of late and was 8th in a handicap at Compiegne over 2800m on 16 September. Has won twice at this track this year and could surprise
  71. OCEAN DIAMOND – A winner of his last two starts, the latest a handicap at Vichy over 2000m on 22 September. Can complete the hat-trick
  72. RED NUREYEV – Has won three times this year at this track and was fourth last time out in a handicap here over 2100m on 27 September. Can make the frame
  73. STEADY SUCCESS – Knocking very loudly at the door and was runner-up in a handicap at Chantilly over 1800m on 5 September. Big chance in this line-up
  74. LALOU – Showed some improvement when runner-up in a handicap over this track and trip on 14 September. Can go one better
  75. SILVER BEAUTY – In good form and finished fourth in a handicap over this track and trip on 14 September. Has a place chance in this line-up
  76. VALERTA – Unreliable but was not disgraced when runner-up in a claimer at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2500m on 5 April. Better over further and could need this run returning from a break
  77. CANDYMAN – Unreliable but did bounce back to form with a good win in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 27 September. Carries a 4kg penalty and is not out of it
    Summary: STEADY SUCCESS (7) is still improving and has been runner-up in his last two handicaps. He can win this lucky last race but will need to fight off many challengers. SAVANNENSTERN (1) did better last year and will appreciate this shorter distance, so should be a threat. CANDYMAN (11) clearly likes this course and will contest the finish again. EVERSTORM (3) faces a tougher task in his attempt for a fourth consecutive win but is not out of it.
    SELECTIONS – STEADY SUCCESS (7) – SAVANNENSTERN (1) – CANDYMAN (11) – EVERSTORM (3)

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