French Selections Thursday 27th

R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE BOURIGNY – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class A – Harness – EUR € 71,000

JUST A LADY (DEN) – Quality mare that made short work of a 2700m monte Class B on her re-entry here in early-October. Comes here fresh and is eminently capable of confirming
KEMIA DU CHENE – Not the most dependable of horses but ran an excellent 2nd in a Class B over 2700m here 3 weeks ago. Has form under these conditions and from the 2-spot should not be far off the mark
IVANA NORDIC – Good Danish mare taking first steps south of the border. Benefits from a good draw, and goes barefoot, but takes on too much this time
KENO PETTEVINIERE – Hardy element with a race under his belt since the spell. Will be barefoot for the occasion but is out of his depth here
FELDENKRAIS PAL – Talented individual that was going well in a Gr.2 here last winter before being unluckily eliminated. Has struggled since moving yards but has been re-shod and enjoys a good spot behind the car. With application, first 5
BROTHERS IN ARMS – Races barefoot for the first time since leaving France in May 2024. Boasts a good record here, Paul Ploquin drives, but others still easier to back
KEVIN PRINCE – Versatile sort that has won twice over the distance this autumn. Boasts solid main-track references and with Eric Raffin in the bike for the first time will be afforded every chance
RIKITA JP – Hardy element making first appearance following the summer break. Is barefoot for the occasion, appreciates the trip, and will prove competitive provided she settles early
CAVIAR FROM MINE – Flew up on re-entry over track and trip on 18 September, before repeating 11 days later in a 2875m Enghien Class B. Will have been specifically prepared for this and can wrap it up if Benjamin Rochard successfully negotiates the start
ENOCK – Drops marginally in category after finishing down the field in a Gr.3 under these conditions mid-month. Forced to start on 2nd line and in this company is not about to create an upset
LAPIS LAZULI – Produced a 115-1 surprise when 3rd in a 2850m Class A here a week ago. Takes on his elders this time and can be passed over
SPEEDRISE LADY S – Useful mare with form in good company, won here in summer 2024, but is up against it this time around
FELLOW WISE AS – Useful Italian import getting acquainted with main-track conditions and even though barefoot again still has little going for him
LISSANDRO – Tricky but classy colt that has struggled with stride woes since the spring. Still has the faith of Jean-Michel Bazire who will pose a danger if he can keep his colt trotting
KAVALA DE PADD – Oddly below-par 10th behind KEMIA DU CHENE (2) in a 2700m Class B here earlier in the month, after having impressed at Enghien. Handed a rough draw but is first-time barefoot and cannot be ruled out
KEY LADY – Ran good 5th behind KEMIA DU CHENE (2) in a 2700m Class B here earlier in the month, on first start since August, however a repeat seems most improbable
Summary: Already a classy mare in the nordics, JUST A LADY (DEN) (1) has excelled since coming to France and was most impressive on her monté comeback run. She cut her teeth on the day’s distance and looks marginally better than the less favourably drawn CAVIAR FROM MINE (9) who also comes here on a hat-trick. The capricious LISSANDRO (14) may have pulled a tough number but on a good day is better than most here, and JMB will be reining. RIKITA JP (8) has not been seen out since July but will be barefoot for her re-entry and boasts a 50 percent win-rate over 2100m here. KEMIA DU CHENE (2) received a resounding thumbs-up for her recent run and the draw will do her prospects no disservice.
SELECTIONS
JUST A LADY (DEN) (1) – CAVIAR FROM MINE (9) – LISSANDRO (14) – RIKITA JP (8)
C2 – PRIX DE MASSIAC – 2200m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Mounted – EUR € 41,000
KARTING BOY – Takes to the inner track after a lacklustre 6th of 12 over the main track here last week and is not about to spice things up
KENZO BENOIS – Returns to competition following time on the sidelines. Won over 2140m in northern Sweden late last month but a repeat on monte bow seems unlikely
KILT – Modest individual that has done nothing of note for some time and is not about to start now
KNOKKE DE HOUELLE – Pleasant 2nd of 11 in a 2850m Lyon-Parilly Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Has previously placed over the short course but already looks out of his depth
KANGCHENJUNGA – Takes first competitive ridden steps following some promising harness results in the south. Paul Ploquin riding but still not more than a minor place chance
KIDAM DU METZ – Most impressive winner here on 8 November, his first ridden start for over a year. Will have progressed for the race and will not be available at 31-1 this time
KENTUCKY DANICA – Serious element that ran 2nd to KHEOPS DORE (9), on return to competition, in a 2700m Class E here on 24 October. Has had time to come on, will be shod to preference, and should logically take all the beating
KRISTAL DE JANZE – Made up for last Vincennes effort with victory in Marseille and a 2nd place at Graignes a week ago. Has been reconfigured for the occasion and will have his supporters
KHEOPS DORE – Undefeated in 2 starts over the main track, latterly beating KENTUCKY DANICA (7) here just over a month ago. Eliminated on sole appearance over 2200m here but with application will be no shrinking violet
KARAYAN DES IRIS – Showed his form after faulting in a Lyon harness Class E on 11 November. Has otherwise been enjoying a fine run of form and warrants respect on return to the discipline
KENDO JIEL – Disappointing in both codes this autumn. Is barefoot for 2nd crack of the whip but has no possible chance
KANKAL – Flattering 4th to KIDAM DU METZ (6) in a 2700m Class E here on 8 November. Has shown promise but in this company will have his work cut out
KING SUN DRALIAM – Debuts in the code following a pair of Nantes preps. Has shown decent aptitude for the other code and with Guillaume Martin in the irons will be afforded every chance
KING DU RIL – Reliability not his strong suit but has buckets of ability. Makes first appearance since being unluckily eliminated at Enghien in July, and races shod, but is still worth monitoring
Summary: Simply superb in this branch of the business, KENTUCKY DANICA (7) thrives in the day’s configuration and will be expected to turn the tables on KHEOPS DORE (9) who had his measure when fitted with front pads for his comeback. KIDAM DU METZ (6) made short work of a Class E over the main track earlier in the month and must be taken more seriously this time. KARAYAN DES IRIS (10) has decent monte references and in current condition is easy to like for a podium finish.
SELECTIONS
KENTUCKY DANICA (7) – KHEOPS DORE (9) – KIDAM DU METZ (6) – KARAYAN DES IRIS (10)
C3 – PRIX D’AVRANCHES – 2850m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 35,000
MINYA KONKA – Honest mare that ran 4th of 15, a place behind MELICIANA (6), in a 2100m Class E over the inner course here on 30 October. Is unlikely to repeat but should nevertheless hold her own
MONZA SEMILLY – Quality filly making first appearance since June but has shown buckets of promise, will have come on over the summer, and is not incapable of getting off the mark
MIA DE SIMM – Got off the mark at Le Mont-Saint-Michel before running 4th in a 2700m Class E over the main track 2 weeks ago. Alexandre Abrivard in the bike again and has a reasonable chance of making first 5
MADE IN CARLESS – Takes the long trip north after getting off the mark in a 2650m Marseille-Vivaux Class E on 2 November. Eric Raffin reining this time and while not a priority should still be taken seriously
MY WILD – Imposed on turf at Nuillé-sur-Vicoin before easily repeating at Graignes late last month. In better company this time but should take well to the inner track and is unlikely to be far off the mark
MELICIANA – Ran good 2nd on re-entry at Laval before coming 3rd of 15 in a 2100m Class E over the inner course here on 30 October. Will appreciate this longer trip and can open her Vincennes account
MIRTHE DE REUX – Imposed on comeback before running 2nd at Enghien. Failed to deliver in better company next time and will again have too much to do
MY LADY DESBOIS – Nicely-related filly that did not skip a beat on her Reims comeback 2.5 weeks ago, coming close 2nd of 12 in a Class E. Is just as capable racing left-handed and represents a decent podium prospect
MIRELLA DE LOU – Moderate filly starting for first time since finishing last but one in a Class D here on 23 September, and can be ruled out
MARAVIGLIA – Won 2 of 3 before being sent for a layoff. Left a good impression at Bordeaux on re-entry and will not be far from the action if she turns
MARGOT DE BETAN – Lost her maiden tag at Lyon-Parilly in early-October before coming 2nd in a monte Class E here next time. Has evident ability but is biting off more than she can chew this time
MERRY RIVER – Put her main track elimination somewhat behind her when 4th of 13 in a 2875m Enghien Class D on 16 October, but still has more to find
Summary: Hard to fault going left-handed, MELICIANA (6) has twice come close since returning to competition and the nature of her recent run bodes well for her prospects this time. Another good future prospect, MONZA SEMILLY (2) may not have been seen out since June but she will not be coming here unprepared and merits significant respect. MY LADY DESBOIS (8) got straight back in the game on her Reims comeback and looks competitive on her Vincennes bow. Winner of 2 straight, MY WILD (5) faces a stiffer test here but has ample potential and is unlikely to let the side down.
SELECTIONS
MELICIANA (6) – MONZA SEMILLY (2) – MY LADY DESBOIS (8) – MY WILD (5)
C4 – PRIX DE GENSAC – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C – Mounted – EUR € 46,000
MATFABEN D’ENJE – Complicated but talented type that made short work of a 2750m Cabourg Class E on comeback a month ago. Has no left-handed references but still looks a potential spoiler
MYTIC RENARDIER – Put away after a mediocre Class C run over the inner course in August. Has not been seen since but will be partnered by Mathieu Mottier and must be considered a player
MEANDRE DE VANDEL – In the frame in last 4 starts, 3 of them under the saddle. Is patently close to his race and it will not be long before he finally loses his maiden status
MAESTRO MUSIC – Was not at his ease on recent return to the code but was victorious on monte debut and will be expected to show marked improvement
MAMBO DE LA VALLEE – Winner over the short course but has failed to deliver over the trickier outer track and others easier to back
MAITRE PAJELO – Solid as a rock under the saddle, latterly winning a 2200m Class E with authority mid-month. On a more demanding track this time but still has the class to make this his own
MONACO – Should not be condemned for losing his action under harness at Chartres earlier in the month. Returns to the code with Eric Raffin in the irons, however a surprise seems unlikely
MYSTIC PARKER – Comfortable winner of an Enghien Class E last month prior to finishing well-beaten 3rd in a 2175m Class D here last week. Should acquit himself honourably but cannot be considered a priority
MAURICIO DU DERBY – Dynamic 31-1 winner of an Enghien Class D on 18 October, but bit off too much in a Gr.2 here a fortnight later, and is not about to trouble the judge
MAJOR MESLOIS – Disappointing in both recent harness starts, has shown little flair for the ridden code, and can be confidently disregarded
MAESTRO DU VOYAGE – Beat a good horse to win over course and distance on 16 November but failed to confirm when eliminated in a Class B a month later, and will first need to show it was no flash in the pan
Summary: Like a horse reborn since switching disciplines, MAITRE PAJELO (6) laid down the law over the short course a fortnight ago and will be heavily-backed to complete the hat-trick. Considerably better than his recent main-track result would suggest, MAESTRO MUSIC (4) will be justifiably well-supported, as will the consistent MEANDRE DE VANDEL (3) who ran 2nd under these conditions earlier in the month. Sanctioned more often than not, MATFABEN D’ENJE (1) trounced the opposition on his return to competition and will be no pushover if he takes to the new profile.
SELECTIONS
MAITRE PAJELO (6) – MAESTRO MUSIC (4) – MEANDRE DE VANDEL (3) – MATFABEN D’ENJE (1)
C5 – PRIX DU SAP – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 68,000
GUAPO MARBOULA – Back under harness after finishing last but one in an Enghien monte Class C early last month. Has been reconfigured but will have other priorities and can be passed over
HAMONET DE CHOISEL – Somewhat unlucky 4th of 16 in a 3000m Nantes Gr.3 3 weeks ago. Trainer could not have wished for a better engagement and Anthony Barrier will be determined to make hay. Claim
HOVE PONT VAUTIER – Tough element making first appearance since August. Is reunited with Alexandre Abrivard though who placed with him over track and trip in June, and must be retained. First 5
HIGH PROPULSION – Could have finished closer than 5th of 14, ahead of GEANT SARTHOIS (6), in a Class C here in late-October had she been able to launch her run sooner, and will have her chances if Benoit Robin keeps her out of trouble
HELIOS SI – Drops in category after running 7th of 13 in a Mauquenchy Gr.3 last week, but still appears to have too much to do
GEANT SARTHOIS – Blows hot and cold but should not be too hastily-judged for recent disappointment behind HIGH PROPULSION (4) here on 30 October. Starts in front and will be dangerous if afforded a run this time
HOCHE – Showed improvement, on 2nd start back, when 7th of 15 in a 2850m Class C here a week ago. Will be fully fit by now and should logically prove more competitive
GUERRIER CASTELETS – Eurotrotting individual returning to the mainland after losing his action in Palma. Tends to go well for Matthieu Abrivard though and must not be overlooked
HAWAI PONT VAUTIER – Showed form during the summer but has since lost his way. Mathieu Mottier gets the nod this time and will assure his charge a competitive drive
HECTOR DE BASSIERE – Completed the hat-trick when comfortably winning a 2575m Agen Class C 9 days ago. Forced to break from behind but in present shape must still be considered a contender
GEDEON DAIRPET – Sprang something of a surprise when 2nd in a Salon-de-Provence Class D a month ago and is not about to confirm
ASTRONASCENTE ZAC – Gave a reassuringly good account in Mons last month but has placed just once in 6 starts under these conditions and can be ruled out
BAHIA DEL CIRCEO – Returns from a brief autumn campaign at home in Italy, but has little love for Vincennes these days and will have few friends
ADAMO DIPA – Has done nothing but improve lately, most recently running 4th behind GEDEON DAIRPET (11) at Salon-de-Provence, however in this company will have nothing to contribute
Summary: Ideally-engaged here, 4th in a Nantes Gr.3 earlier in the month, HAMONET DE CHOISEL (2) boasts fine credentials over these shorter trips and from the 2-spot can open his 2025 account. GEANT SARTHOIS (6) was very unlucky here in late-October and Christophe Martens will be keen to put things right. HECTOR DE BASSIERE (10) made it 3 wins on the trot when having his way at Agen last week and although currently winless at the venue, has been reconfigured and could finally put that fact to bed. HIGH PROPULSION (4) gave a most encouraging account here late last month and in similar form can finish closer.
SELECTIONS
HAMONET DE CHOISEL (2) – GEANT SARTHOIS (6) – HECTOR DE BASSIERE (10) – HIGH PROPULSION (4)
C6 – PRIX DE MAINTENON – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 52,000
LE REVE D’OLMEN – Quality element starting for first time since winning a 2100m Class D here on 9 September, but has not been seen since and is clearly in conditioning-mode
LABEL DE LARRE – Quality trotter being conditioned ahead of a campaign under the saddle and can be passed over
LORIGRE – Enjoyed first win of the year when getting his nose in front over 2100m here on 18 September. Ran 3rd at Graignes last month though and will need to find more
LIVANTO KALOUMA – Capable type but stays shod for 2nd start since the break and best to keep one’s powder dry
LEWIS RIVER – Justifiably well-regarded colt with a pair of return runs under his belt. Has not won for over a year and is unlikely to this time either, but nonetheless has the wherewithal to finish in the mix
LAGNU MAG – 42 runs and still chasing that elusive first win. Consistently gives everything he has though and has been reconfigured for the occasion. First 5
LUPIN D’OLMEN – Fine colt with an enviable strike-rate but stays shod for comeback and is not a concern
LOBBING DE BLARY – Runner-up to LEONARDO VICI (11) in September prior to coming 2nd again at Le Croisé-Laroche a month ago. Seldom disappoints in the day’s configuration and is not about to start now. Chance
LEADER DE JOUDES – Quality element that placed in a Gr.3 last winter. Has 3 races under his belt and, barefoot for the first time over 2700m here, looks the pick of the field
LOUP INDIEN – Won 2 of last 3, courageously securing an Agen Class A last week. Has no left-handed references but is still easy to like for a place in the frame
LEONARDO VICI – Has won 3 of 4 starts when barefoot, including over 2700m here, and after blowing the cobwebs away here early this month, returns in competition-mode and can bring home the bacon
Summary: Given three conditioners following a long layoff, LEADER DE JOUDES (9) races barefoot for his first objective of the winter meeting and, confirmed at a superior level, should be good enough to win his first race since August 2024. Theo Duvaldestin will be unsurprisingly wary of the terrifically-entered, and talented, LEONARDO VICI (11) who is barefoot after his own comeback run earlier in the month. LOBBING DE BLARY (8) has excelled since the spell and is clearly close to winning another. A model of consistency, LOUP INDIEN (10) gives Vincennes another go and will be no easy touch if he stays in stride.
SELECTIONS
LEADER DE JOUDES (9) – LEONARDO VICI (11) – LOBBING DE BLARY (8) – LOUP INDIEN (10)
C7 – PRIX PAUL BUQUET – 2850m (a2m) – Gr2 – Mounted – EUR € 120,000
JE M’ENVOLE – Won a Class B over 2175m before running 3rd behind FULTON (4) in the 2175m Gr.2 Prix Reynolds here on 3 November. Will race barefoot this time though, and although not his favourite trip, should not be underestimated
GOOD GIRL MARCEAUX – Moderate mare that is clearly the weak link here. Goes barefoot for the occasion but others still preferred
IMPALA DE VAL – Superb winner of a 2850m Laval Class A on 1 November. Thrives over 2850m here and could well bring the fight to IDEALE DU CHENE (7)
FULTON – Courageous 2nd to the good It’s A Dollarmaker in the 2175m Gr.2 Prix Reynolds here on 3 November before being conditioned under harness at Mauquenchy. Has nothing to prove over track and trip and can play a leading role
JEAN BALTHAZAR – Gr.1 Prix des Centaures winner earlier in the year but has just the one race in him since his holiday and is unlikely to make any waves
HIRONDELLE DU RIB – Has not been seen under the saddle since winning Gr.1 Prix Henri Desmontils over course and distance last March, at 24-1. Will be fit by now but would be preferred barefoot
IDEALE DU CHENE – Classy mare with form at the highest level. Faces first leg of winter campaign with shoes off and every chance of imposing
Summary: Winner of this race 12 months ago as Julien Le Mer plotted her course to the Prix de Cornulier, IDEALE DU CHENE (7) has had the benefit of 4 conditioning runs, will be barefoot for her first goal of the winter, and should be able to wrap this up. Benjamin Rochard can still expect to come under pressure from recent Laval winner IMPALA DE VAL (3) who has a particular liking for these precise conditions, and FULTON (4) who will be barefoot as he was when runner-up in the Gr.2 Prix Reynolds early this month.
SELECTIONS
IDEALE DU CHENE (7) – IMPALA DE VAL (3) – FULTON (4) – JE M’ENVOLE (1)
C8 – PRIX DE LA VILLE DE ROYAN – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 53,000
KENOR DESBOIS – Useful element that seldom disappoints when focused but has not been seen out since June and is going to need the race
KITKO DAIRPET – Surprise 3rd in a Class D under these conditions a fortnight ago, but the step up in category appears a step too far
KAZAN BEACH – Going well when eliminated here late last month. Is patently in good shape though and the presence of Eric Raffin in the bike will do his chances no harm. Place chance
KAZAR – No slouch on a good day and ran 7th behind KOVES DU PONT (12) in a 2100m Class C here last week, on his first start for 2 months, but still needs to show improvement
KILOU D’YMER – Hardy sort switching codes for a change of scenery and will have other ambitions
KAMIKAZE DU CAMPUS – Respectable trotter with form here, but starts for the first time since February and will have nothing to offer
KER POULGWEN – Surprisingly below-par in a 2100m Class C here on 24 October. Is some way off last winter’s form, but it will not be long before he starts to come good again
KEN FERFAY – 5th behind KOVES DU PONT (12) in a 2100m Class C here last week. Goes well for Paul Ploquin and while unlikely to win this, can nevertheless pick up some prizemoney
KATIM DU GOUTIER – Disappointing on the whole over recent weeks. Goes barefoot this time but still has a lot more to find
KING DE L’OUEST – Has won 3 of last 4 barefoot starts, most recently flying up in a 2850m Class C on 10 October. Prepped nicely at Châtelaillon and looks a serious proposition
KING GEORGES – Tricky sort but not short of ability. Races barefoot for the first time and can get in on the action if Damien Bonne manages to keep him focused
KOVES DU PONT – Made up for late-October run when 3rd in a 2100m Class C here last week despite a poor trip. Has placed just once in 4 over course and distance, but in present shape is easy to like for a first-5 cheque
KAISER DES GRANGES – Produced a fine effort to run 2nd in a Class C over course and distance late last month. Has clearly found his feet again and will not be sent out at 37-1 this time
KISS ME AGAIN – Imposed at Bordeaux before being conditioned at Laval early this month. Is hard to fault in the day’s configuration and with Benjamin Rochard back in the bike, can play a leading role
KONDOR – Useful type with a pair of runs in him following the break. Is barefoot for the occasion, and is proven over track and trip, but still no more than a minor place chance
KIKI AND CO – Useful individual prepping for a campaign under the saddle and can be confidently passed over
Summary: In fine shape and a tough nut to crack when barefoot, KING DE L’OUEST (10) presents decent course-and-distance credentials and has a realistic shot at confirming last month’s impressive success. KAZAN BEACH (3) ran 2nd to him that day and with application can again figure prominently, but the better-engaged, reconfigured, and more dependable KISS ME AGAIN (14) looks a marginally better bet. In the frame in two recent starts under these conditions, KAISER DES GRANGES (13) is easy to like.
SELECTIONS
KING DE L’OUEST (10) – KISS ME AGAIN (14) – KAZAN BEACH (3) – KAISER DES GRANGES (13)
R3 SALON-DE-PROVENCE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX MARINA JACQUIN – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 1 – Flat – EUR € 34,800

MORPHEWAN – Finished 5th on his last run over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 1 race on November 6th. Class 2 winner at Pau in October. Holds leading claims for success
MAX VERST – Finished 5th last time on November 9th over 1600m in a Class 2 handicap at Saint-Cloud. Others seem better equipped
DAMASK BLADE – Nice win by 4.5 lengths over 2000m at Vichy in a Class 3 handicap on September 22nd. Capable of making the top three
FUTURE FATE – 7th on the one run this year over 2000m in a Listed race on March 22nd at La Teste. Ought to be involved at the finish and should be fit after an absence
COMME QUOI – Unplaced last time, 4th previously over 2000m in a Group 3 race at Saint-Cloud on March 16th. Merits close consideration
TULPAR – 3rd two runs back over 1900m in a conditions race at Saarbucken (DEU) on September 20th. Unlikely to trouble some of these
Summary: MORPHEWAN (1) won two runs back over 2000m at Pau on the PSF and ran a good race at Deauville early this month. COMME QUOI (5) ran a good race in a Group 3 race at Saint-Cloud in March and ran a credible race at Clairefontaine in a Listed race in August. FUTURE FATE (4) has been absent since running in a Listed race in late March and is capable of playing a lead role with fitness taken on trust.
SELECTIONS
MORPHEWAN (1) – COMME QUOI (5) – FUTURE FATE (4) – DAMASK BLADE (3)
C2 – PRIX JULES MORGAN – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 21,000
MARTAGNY – Placed 3rd on his debut at Marseille Borely over 1800m on October 13th. Open to improvement and warrants respect
LOHENGREEN – Showed ability when 7th on debut at Parislongchamp over 1600m in a conditions race on August 31st. Can make the frame
MOUSTIQUE – Two unplaced efforts of late, 3rd previously over 1800m at La Teste on September 6th in a maiden race. Unlikely to be involved
TI AMO BELLO – Ran well when 4th on his debut at Marseille Borely over 1800m on October 13th. He can make progress from that effort and be involved
SAINT MARTIN – Showed a good amount of promise when 4th at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on September 8th over 1600m in a conditions race. Can improve for the step up in trip
MISTRALOU – Unplaced on the only start over 2000m at Lyon Parilly on October 30th in a maiden race. Needs to make progress to be involved
THE FIST – Unplaced on the sole start over 2000m at Pau on October 22nd in a maiden event. This will be challenging for him
SPRINGSTEEL – Well beaten on the one run over 2000m at Lyon Parilly on October 30th in a maiden race. One to watch for the time being
TACHELIHT – Unraced colt by Literato, the dam ran a few times. Likely to improve for this run unless the betting market is vibrant
Summary: SAINT MARTIN (5) ran a race full of promise on debut when he was fourth over 1600m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in September. He will improve for the step up in distance today and is preferred ahead of TI AMO BELLO (4), who shaped well when fourth at Marseille Borely in early October. He was only a length behind MARTAGNY (1) that day, and they can both make the likely favourite work hard. LOHENGREEN (2) showed ability on debut and warrants respect.
SELECTIONS
SAINT MARTIN (5) – TI AMO BELLO (4) – MARTAGNY (1) – LOHENGREEN (2)
C3 – PRIX FLORENCE FORNERON – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 21,000
BEDDA VITA – Placed 3rd on her second start over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on October 8th in a maiden race. She looks like she can keep progressing and should like the turf
ZARALADY – Finished 5th on her last run over 2000m at Lyon Parilly on October 30th in a maiden race. This requires a good deal of progress to have a say
BLANCA – Showed ability when 7th in a maiden at Lyon Parilly on October 30th on her sole run. One to watch for the time being
PERSIANA – Two unplaced runs, 6th on the most recent over 2000m on the PSF on November 12th in a maiden race. Pass over
LUZZU TRAOU LAND – Placed 4th on her one start over 1900m at Nimes on November 1st in a maiden event. She can improve and has outside place claims
I AM STILL STANDING – Three unplaced runs, 5th on her latest over 1800m at Lyon La Soie on November 17th in a maiden race. Has shown ability and can be on the premises
LOOK – Placed 3rd on her last run over 2000m at Lyon Parilly on October 30th in a maiden race. Among the leading players
HAVEN LAKE CITY – Unraced filly by Recorder, the dam won 1 race. From a respected trainer who knows how to ready a newcomer. Opposable unless the betting speaks volumes
LACALAS – Unraced filly by Stunning Spirit, the dam won 2 races. Her trainer is a shrewd operator who does well with newcomers. Watch the betting patterns for clues
PRINCESS ALMA – Newcomer by Kendargent, the dam never raced. Likely to need this debut run unless the betting vibes are strong
PRINCESS ALICE – Unraced filly by Stunning Spirit, the dam won 2 races. Her trainer is a shrewd operator who does well with newcomers. Watch the betting for clues
LA GRANDE JOA – Unraced filly by The Grey Gatsby, the dam won 1 race. Stable runners warrant respect. The betting patterns can be the best guide
MAMA STRALIA – Filly on debut by Australia, the dam won 1 race. Nice profile and from a respected stable. One to look at in the betting for any market moves
Summary: BEDDA VITA (1) has shown enough on her two runs to take a race of this nature. She was a pleasing third on the artificial surface last time and could be even better on turf. Her main threat could be LOOK (7), who was a decent third at Lyon Parilly in late October in a maiden at the end of October. I AM STILL STANDING (6) has shown ability in her three runs and is one to look at each way. LACALAS (9) could be the best of the newcomers and is worth a market check.
SELECTIONS
BEDDA VITA (1) – LOOK (7) – I AM STILL STANDING (6) – LACALAS (9)
C4 – PRIX ROBERT ESPOSITO (PRIX DE PARISLONGCHAMP) – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 24,700
FRENCH COLORADO – Fair 5th last time at Saint-Cloud on October 3rd in a Group 3 race and a 2nd over track and trip on September 13th before that in a Class 2 race. Key chance
YSER – 5th on his second start in a Class 2 race on October 25th, a win before that over 2000m at Vichy on September 22nd in a maiden race. Others preferred
MON PAULIN – Credible 3rd on his last run, a win before that over 1800m at Clairefontaine on October 21st in a maiden race. Among the leading chances
BARISTO – 4th on his last run in a Class 2 race at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on October 25th over 1900m and a win over track and trip on September 30th in a maiden race. In the mix
SCHACHEN – Nice win on her only start over 1900m in a conditions race at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on September 29th. Merits consideration
HABIBI – She ran well to be 2nd over 1900m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on October 25th in a Class 2 race. Hard to overlook
NEWS DES BRIERES – Decent win over 1900m at Nimes on November 1st in a maiden race by 9 lengths. This requires a good deal more in a stronger race
JUST FOR MEME – Won on her sole start over 1800m at this track on September 30th in a maiden race. Can be competitive
Summary: FRENCH COLORADO (1) ran a decent race at Saint-Cloud in a Group 3 race in early October. He was a good second over track and trip in September in a Class 2 event, and he gets the nod over JUST FOR MEME (8) won nicely on the track over 1800m late in September and can make progress from that. MON PAULIN (3) is an honest performer who can give a good account of himself. HABIBI (6) is also worth considering and can make the frame.
SELECTIONS
FRENCH COLORADO (1) – JUST FOR MEME (8) – MON PAULIN (3) – HABIBI (6)
C5 – PRIX DES TURFISTES – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
WONDER BOY – Recent success at Nancy over 2000m in a claiming race on November 16th. Hard to rule out of the top three
NOCE DE RUBIS – 5th on the last run on October 27th in a handicap, a win before that over 1500m on the PSF on October 8th in a handicap. Place contender
SENONNIAN – Two 7th -place efforts since a win on debut at this track over 2000m on June 9th. Capable of bouncing back on his handicap debut
COLONEL MITCH – Solid form, three wins in September- two claimers and a handicap over 2000m on September 27th. Two 2nd placed runs of late in handicaps, the latter 27 days ago. Player
PASTISSE – Three unplaced runs of late, a win before that over 1600m at Chantilly in a claiming race on September 1st. One to keep onside
BON DERNIER – Unplaced last time, success before that over 2000m at this track in a maiden race on September 30th. Others preferred
DENGIE – 8th on her last run, 2nd before that over 1600m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in a handicap on September 8th. Has work to do to feature
LE TOLIER – Placed on his last two runs, 4th on the most recent over 1500m on the PSF in a handicap on October 8th. Can be opposed
GYP SEA – Five placed runs of late, a win two runs back over 1900m in a handicap at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on October 25th. Capable of having a say
TIBERIANA – Placed on her last three runs, 3rd on the latter over 2600m at Nimes in a Class 3 race on November 11th. Down in trip, but won over 1900m on November 1st at Nimes. Can be involved
Summary: SENONNIAN (3) has performed well enough in two decent races since a win on debut over 2000m at this track in June. He tries a handicap for the first time and is given the verdict over COLONEL MITCH (4), who scored three times in September and has two second-placed runs since those efforts. WONDER BOY (1) looks like a sensible option each way. TIBERIANA (10) is another to look at each way after three placed runs of late.
SELECTIONS
SENONNIAN (3) – COLONEL MITCH (4) – WONDER BOY (1) – TIBERIANA (10)
C6 – PRIX GERARD SAMOUN – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
ASKARI – Three decent efforts of late, 2nd on the most recent over 2200m in a Class 3 race at Fontainebleau on November 3rd. Can score off top weight
TIAMOWAY – 5th on the last start, 2nd previously over 2400m at this track in a handicap on September 30th. Can make the top four
FIUMICCINO – Three nice efforts of late, two wins in October on turf and the PSF, and a 2nd at Toulouse on November 11th over 2000m in a handicap last time. One to consider
ROSSONERA – Recent success over 2000m at Nancy in a conditions race on November 16th. She can play a leading role each way
LE CONQUERANT – Got off the mark over 2400m at Toulouse on October 27th in a conditions race. Handicap debut and warrants respect
GOLDEN BLUSH – Two fair efforts of late, a win two runs back over 2500m in a claiming race at Le Croise-Laroche on October 17th. More needed in a better race
BLARNEY – Four honest efforts of late, a win two runs back at Marseille Borely over 2100m in a Class 3 handicap on October 13th. Hard to ignore
PAPILLE D’ARGENT – Two wins of late, the latter over 2900m at Angers on October 29th. Has risen in the weights and others seem better treated
MEME TOI – Lightly raced, 3rd over 2100m at Marseille Borely on the latter on October 31st in a maiden race. Improving and can feature on handicap bow
BERLINETTA – Two unplaced runs of late, the most recent over 2600m on the PSF on November 12th in a claiming race. Unlikely to trouble some of these
THE PRESIDENT – Two wins of late, the latter over 2450m at Mont-De-Marsan on November 15th in a claiming race. He might find this more challenging
Summary: ASKARI (1) has improved with each run since his debut in Italy in May. He was a decent second at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 race 25 days ago. His main danger could be MEME TOI (9), who is now trying a handicap after three runs. His third at Marseille Borely in late October was encouraging. ROSSONERA (4) is hard to rule out of the top three after recent success at Nancy 11 days ago. BLARNEY (7) makes up the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
ASKARI (1) – MEME TOI (9) – ROSSONERA (4) – BLARNEY (7)
C7 – PRIX DE L’ASSOCIATION DES ELEVEURS DU SUD-EST – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,400
PROPRE SOEUR – 7th on her last run, 3rd twice before that, the most recent over 2600m at Marseille Borely on October 13th in a conditions race. Consider each way
AMAZING CONTROL – Two unplaced runs this year, 8th on the PSF over 2600m in a Class 4 handicap on November 12th on his last start. Capable of being involved if back on song
FOLLOW YOU – Several unplaced efforts of late, poor run at Lyon La Soie over 2150m in a Class 4 handicap 10 days ago. Look elsewhere
KING ZARAK – Nice success over 3150m at Lyon Parilly on November 7th in a Class 3 handicap. Capable of following up under a penalty
MOUTRAKI – 5th last time, 3rd before that over 2600m at Marseille Borely on October 18th in a Class 4 handicap. Among the leading contenders
LIYA CHOPE – Unplaced last time, a win previously over 2600m in a Class 4 handicap on October 18th at Marseille Borely. Others rate higher
BONNY WAY – Three unplaced runs since a 3rd over 3000m at Fontainebleau on September 21st in a Class 4 handicap. In the mix
PATZESTEVE – Three unplaced runs since a 2nd over 2400m at Vichy on July 25th in a Class 4 handicap. One to pay attention to
LAZULITE – Out of form with numerous unplaced efforts, well beaten at Saint-Cloud over 2000m in a Class 4 handicap a week ago. Makes no appeal
HASHTAG JOA – Five unplaced runs of late, 7th on the PSF over 2600m in a Class 4 handicap on November 12th when last seen. She needs to bounce back to form to be involved
Summary: KING ZARAK (4) scored at Lyon Parilly earlier this month in a Class 3 handicap and has strong claims of following up. PATZESTEVE (8) could be a threat. He has a few unplaced runs of late, but is a capable performer on his day and has run well at this track before. MOUTRAKI (5) looks like a good option for the each-way backers to latch on to. PROPRE SOEUR (1) is also worth strong consideration from the top of the weights.
SELECTIONS
KING ZARAK (4) – PATZESTEVE (8) – MOUTRAKI (5) – PROPRE SOEUR (1)
C8 – PRIX DENIS BENSUSSAN – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
BOOGIE – Placed on the last two runs, 4th on the most recent over 2500m at Deauville on November 7th in a Class 3 race. Others seem better equipped
CENTRICAL – Unplaced last time, 4th previously over 2200m at Clairefontaine on October 24th in a Class 3 handicap. Hard to discount
I’M A BELIEVER – Placed 4th on his last two runs, the latter over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on November 5th in a handicap. He looks ready to win again
IL CAPO – Credible 4th over 2400m at Lyon Parilly on October 30th in a Class 3 handicap. Ought to be involved in the shake-up
MOZART DES BRIERES – Recent success over 2500m at Saint-Cloud on November 14th in a Class 3 claimer. Capable of making his presence felt
NO BAY – Two unplaced runs of late, 6th on the PSF on November 5th over 2600m in a Class 3 handicap on the latest start. Unlikely to feature
AVERNES – 9th last time, a win before that over 2400m at this track in a Class 3 handicap on September 30th. Outside place contender
AMELIELYMPIQUE – Four unplaced runs of late, 8th at Toulouse over 2400m on November 11th in a Class 3 handicap. Capable if in the mood
COUPE D’EUROPE – Nice win over 2600m in a Class 4 race at Marseille Borely on October 31st on her most recent start. Hard to rule out of the frame
LAGOONE CHOPE – Placed on the last three starts, 3rd at Vichy on her latest over 2400m on August 13th in a Class 4 handicap. Others seem better handicapped
SYLVER SAMBA – 7th on her last run, a win before that over 2400m at this track on September 13th in a Class 4 handicap. Capable on a track she likes and can be involved at nice odds
Summary: I’M A BELIEVER (3) could be the answer to this handicap. He has been performing well with two fourth-placed runs of late and is sure to give another good account of himself. CENTRICAL (2) ran well when fourth in a Class 4 handicap two runs back at Clairefontaine and can make the selection work hard. MOZART DES BRIERES (5) has solid each- way credentials after success at Saint-Cloud in a claimer 13 days ago. IL CAPO (4) is also worth a mention.
SELECTIONS
I’M A BELIEVER (3) – CENTRICAL (2) – MOZART DES BRIERES (5) – IL CAPO (4)
R4 MAUQUENCHY [L-H]

C1 – PRIX ICI NORMANDIE & PICARDIE – 2850m (a2m) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 21,000

KRAC D’OCQUE – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a Class D harness race at Le Croise-Laroche over 2825m on 8 November. Needs major improvement to win
KEEPER BAY – Unreliable and finished 8th in a Class G harness race at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 16 November. Can be a threat trying a mounted race
KILLER DRY – Has shown improvement of late and was victorious in a Class F mounted race at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 15 November. Can double up
KOPRIORO – Has only been moderate of late and finished 8th in a Class D mounted race at Enghien over 2250m on 14 October. Others make more appeal
KARA DU FER – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a Class F mounted race at Reims over 2550m on 10 November. Has a place chance
KALICO JACK – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest at this track on 9 November. Very hard to trust and others are preferred
KEILA TREMBLADAISE – Has only been modest of late and finished 5th in a Class F mounted race at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 19 October. Capable of contesting the finish
KENJY LUCAXELO – Has struggled of late and was 7th in a Class F harness race at Graignes over 2725m on 20 November. Needs to do more to win
KLARCK – Battling to find best form and was 7th in a Class F mounted race at Reims over 2550m on 10 September. Others are preferred
KIBBLE – Disqualified last time out in a harness race at this track over 2875m on 15 November. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
KARLITO DU CAMPDOS – Battling to find best form and was 9th in a Class H harness race at Gournay-En-Bray over 2575m on 2 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
KENTUCKY DU CAIEU – Not disgracd when 5th in a Class F mounted race at Graignes over 2700m on 15 November. Hard to trust and others are preferred
KANDICE DU LOISIR – Showed some improvement when third in a Class F mounted race at La Capelle over 2750m on 26 October. Should be competitive in this line-up
KERVIGNAC – In good form and finished fourth in a Class F mounted race at 2725m on 25 August. Has a big chance if fit from a break
Summary: KERVIGNAC (14) returns from a break but did show improvement and is capable of scoring this opening event if fit. KILLER DRY (3) has improved of late and it would not be a surprise if he were to follow up with another victory. KEILA TREMBLADAISE (7) is usually competitive and can get involved with the finish this time around. KEEPER BAY (2) is capable of improvement trying a mounted race and must be considered.
SELECTIONS
KERVIGNAC (14) – KILLER DRY (3) – KEILA TREMBLADAISE (7) – KEEPER BAY (2)
C2 – PRIX L’ECLAIREUR / LA DEPECHE – 2850m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 21,000
LAMENTIN – Much improved of late and was runner-up in Class F over this track and trip on 15 November. Can go one place better
LEGASSOV – Battling to find best form and was disqualified in Class D at Cabourg over 2750m on 15 October. Hard to trust and others are preferred
LUTIN DU BUST – Disqualified last time out at Vire over 2800m on 16 November. Battling to find best form and others are preferred
L’AS DE LA COUDRE – Did not show his best when unplaced in Class F at Chateaubriant over 3000m on 11 November. In good form before that and is not out of it
LUTIN QUICK – Disqualified four times in a row, the latest at Avignn-Le Pontet over 3025m on 13 April. Gelded and could be capable of being a threat
LUCKY ROSE – Has really struggled of late and was unplaced in Class F at Reims over 2550m on 10 November. Others make more appeal
LUCIFER MELOC – Has struggled of late and finished 9th in Class F at Reims over 2550m on 10 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
LILBERT DU CHENAIS – Very consistent and finished fourth in Class F at Graignes over 2700m o 11 November. Would not be a surprise winner of this
LOHENGRIN – Battling to find best form and was 9th in Class E at Graignes over 2725m on 20 November. Needs to do more to win this race
LE BOSS DANOVER – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest at Vincennes over 2175m on 9 May. Returns from a break and could need this run
LOUPIAC DE GODREL – In good shape and finished fourth in Class E at Graignes over 2725m on 20 November. Could earn some more money
LORD OF WIND – Unreliable but was runner-up in a Class D mounted race at Graignes over 2875m on 17 April. Could need this run returning from a break
LITTLE KING – Disqualified in his last two starts, the latest at Graignes over 2725m on 20 November. Others are much preferred
LED ZEP VET – Showed some improvement when fourth in Class E at Laval over 2850m on 7 November. Not barefoot this time but could play a minor role
LUKARI DE FONTAINE – Showed improvement when runner-up in Class E at Vincennes over 2200m on 2 November. Can be competitive once again
LARRY DU DOUBS – Holding form and finished third in Class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 31 October. Should contest the finish
Summary: LAMENTIN (1) only found one better on the day over this course and distance earlier this month. He can go one better and is a confident pick. LARRY DU DOUBS (16) has run some nice races at Vincennes of late and could be a threat yet again. LILBERT DU CHENAIS (8) is usually competitive and should be right there at the finish once again. LUTIN QUICK (5) returns from a break and was gelded so could improve.
SELECTIONS
LAMENTIN (1) – LARRY DU DOUBS (16) – LILBERT DU CHENAIS (8) – LUTIN QUICK (5)
C3 – PRIX HAGER – 2850m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 21,000
LOU DE LOSQUE – Battling to find best form and was 11th in Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 8 November. Unreliable and others are preferred
LABELLE DU JOUR – Has some fair form and finished 4th in class F at Pornichet-La Baule over 2725m on 31 October. Capable of making the frame
LEXI BIRDIE – Has struggled of late and was 10th in class F at Vire over 2800m on 16 November. Has disqualification issues and others are preferred
LIO DU MESNIL – Not reliable and was 8th in class F at Graignes over 2700m on 11 November. Capable of better and is not out of it
LOUVE DE BAIS – Battling to find best form and was 7th in class F at Angers over 3125m on 11 November. Capable of better but others make more appeal
LUBIE DE LOIRON – Only moderate of late and was 10th in class F at Graignes over 2700m on 11 November. Barefoot this time and can contest the finish
LEFFE DU BRISSE – Unreliable and finished 4th in class F at Vire over 2800m on 16 November. Might play a minor role at very best
LANHELEN DU PILET – Unreliable and finished 3rd in class F at Vire over 2800m on 16 November. Has a place chance in this line-up
LADY D’ECOTAY – Disqualified in class E at Graignes over 2725m on 20 November. Has major disqualification issues and others are preferred
LEONA JENILOU – Not reliable but was 3rd in class E at Marseille-Borély over 3000m on 21 March. Likely to need this run returning from a break
LA CALLAS – Unreliable and was 5th in class E at Graignes over 2725m on 20 November. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
LOMBARDINA – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest in class D at Enghien over 2875m on 9 October. Capable of a surprise when smart
LORA SCOTIA – Has only been modest of late and finished 6th in class E at Amiens over 2400m on 13 November. Victorious in June and can bounce back to score
LUCIA DU CHATELET – Disqualified four times in a row, the latest in class E at Amiens over 2400m on 13 November. Victorious in August and can be a threat when smart
L’ORANGE – Finished 9th in class E at Vincennes over 2850m on 16 November. Not easy to trust and others make more appeal
LOLITA STEED – Victorious in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 6 January. Has ability but is likely to need this run returning from a break
Summary: A very open race and the list of possible winners is a lengthy one. LORA SCOTIA (13) has not been at her best of late but is capable of winning a race of this nature. LUBIE DE LOIRON (6) is racing without shoes this time so expect a much better performance. LIO DU MESNIL (4) is not reliable but can be a threat if getting off to a decent start. LUCIA DU CHATELET (14) has a string of recent disqualifications but can contest the finish when staying on the trot.
SELECTIONS
LORA SCOTIA (13) – LUBIE DE LOIRON (6) – LIO DU MESNIL (4) – LUCIA DU CHATELET (14)
C4 – PRIX ATLANTIC – 2850m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 30,000
IBIS D’AUVRECY – In good shape and finished 3rd in class E at Chartres over 2825m on 16 October. Capable of earning some more money
HORACE DU VIVIER – Disqualified in Class E at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 11 November. Has a place chance in this line-up
ISIS DU LEARD – Has only been modest and was 9th in class E at Laval over 2850m on 27 November. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
GAVROCHE ANABA – Disqualified in class E at Laval over 2850m on 15 November. Has disqualification issues and is best watched for now
IVO LE COUP – A winner in class E at Pontchâteau over 2800m on 1 November. In good form and could finish in the money
IT’S EAGLE COGLAIS – Unreliable and was unplaced in Class E at Caen over 2450m on 15 November. On a long losing streak and needs to improve to win
IMAKO VERDERIE – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up in class E at Reims over 2500m on 10 November. Can go one place better
IN VIVO – Not disgraced when 5th in Class G at Laval over 2875m on 1 November. Can get involved with the finish
IBRAHISCO – Unreliable and finished 4th in class D at Nantes over 3000m on 26 November. Capable of contesting the finish again
IRIS FARCEUSE – Battling to regain best form and was 7th in class D at La Capelle over 2700m on 26 October. Needs to do a bit more to win
IMAGE CHARENTAISE – Unreliable and was 11th in Class E at Laval over 2850m on 15 November. Others are much preferred this time
HUGO D’HERTALS – Did not show his best when 6th in class D at La Capelle over 2700m on 26 October. Capable of better and has claims
FLAMENCO – Disqualified in class E at Laval over 2850m on 15 November. Has disqualification issues and others are preferred
GERONIMO MATICA – In good shape and was runner-up in class D at La Capelle over 2700m on 26 October. Threatening to win and must be respected for that
IMHOTEP FROMENTRO – Has struggled of late and was 10th in class D at Laval over 2850m on 4 October. Barefoot and can bounce back to win
IRMYLA DE SOMMAIRE – Unreliable and finished 9th in class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 8 November. Probably needs to find a few lengths to win
FUNNY HORSE – Unreliable and finished 5th in class D at Laval over 2850m on 4 October. Capable of making the frame
GAMINE DE RIBEAU – Has struggled of late and was 12th in class D at Vincennes over 2850m on 26 September. Barefoot here and can upset
Summary: A very competitive looking race. IMHOTEP FROMENTRO (15) is barefoot this time so should improve and can win over this course and distance. IBRAHISCO (9) does not always show his best form but he is capable of getting involved with the finish. GERONIMO MATICA (14) remains in very good form and should be right there at the finish yet again. HUGO D’HERTALS (12) is one of a few more that are capable of making the frame.
SELECTIONS
IMHOTEP FROMENTRO (15) – IBRAHISCO (9) – GERONIMO MATICA (14) – HUGO D’HERTALS (12)
C5 – PRIX ACOVA – 2850m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 21,000
KOBALT APPLE – Did not show his best when 10th in Class E at La Capelle over 2750m on 6 April. Returns from a break and could need this run
KERU DE LOU – Has struggled of late and finished 11th in Class E at Saint-Brieuc over 2500m on 26 October. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
KUROS PONT VAUTIER – Battling to find best form and finished 10th in Class F at Durtal over 2825m on 12 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
KLIF DU DEZERT – Disqualified last time out at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 November. Can make the frame when smart
KILLER D’ENFER – Unreliable and finished 5th in Class F at Caen over 2450m on 15 November. More is needed to win this race
KILIANA DU VAUTOUR – Unreliable and finished 6th in Class F at Paray-le-Monial over 265m on 16 November. Could play a minor role at very best
KYLEBEAU DU LUOT – Not reliable and finished 7th in Class E at Saint-Brieuc over 2500m on 26 October. Did win his penultimate start and is not out of it
KING OF RACE – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest at Reims on 10 November. Hard to trust and others make more appeal
KYRA GIO – Not reliable and finished 3rd in Class F at Reims over 2500m on 10 November. Be right there at the finish
KATAVIA PRESS – Has struggled of late and finished 10th in Class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 12 November. Capable of better but others are preferred
KAPI D’ARPENT – Unreliable and finished 8th in Class F at this track over 2150m on 9 November. Capable of an upset this longer distance
KERRA UP STAR – Disqualified last time out at Saint-Brieuc over 2500m on 26 October. Unreliable and is capable of contesting the finish
KING DE FOURCHES – In good form and was runner-up in Class F at Reims over 2500m on 10 November. Has a big winning chance
KAMELIA VIVANCIERE – Has battled of late and finished 8th in a claimer at Vincennes over 2850m on 13 November. Capable of better and could make the frame
Summary: KING DE FOURCHES (13) has been in very good form of late and sets the standard for the race. He does look the right one. KERRA UP STAR (12) is best judged on her run before her disqualification and can be a threat if staying on the trot. KYRA GIO (9) is unreliable but did run well at Reims and can get into the mix of things once again. KAMELIA VIVANCIERE (14) is capable of being a lively danger but needs to find her best form.
SELECTIONS
KING DE FOURCHES (13) – KERRA UP STAR (12) – KYRA GIO (9) – KAMELIA VIVANCIERE (14)
C6 – PRIX LEGRAND – 2850m (a2m) – Class F Amateur Riders – Harness – EUR € 23,000
IDEAL DE FOUQUE – Has struggled of late and finished 9th in Class G at Cherbourg over 2625m on 23 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
INOX MAZA – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest at Le Croisé-Laroche on 24 November. Needs major improvement to win this race
IDOLE DU MONCEL – Only modest of late and finished 7th in Class G over this track and trip on 15 November. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
INDY PIQUENARD – Unreliable and finished 7th in Class F at Nantes over 3000m on 26 October. Capable of being competitive in this field
IRON DES RACQUES – Disqualified in three of last four starts, the latest at Saint-Malo on 1 November. Hard to trust and others are preferred
INCROYABLE TALENT – Disqualified nine times in a row, the latest at Marseille-Borély on 14 November. Hard to trust but can surprise when stayng on stride
ICONE PONT VAUTIER – Not reliable and finished 4th in Class F at Chartres over 3300m on 16 November. Could play a minor role
IN LOVE DE CHARDET – Did not show his best when 7th in Class F at Lisieux over 2725m on 1 November. Capable of conesting the finish
I FEEL PRETTY – Needed the last run when 5th in a Class F at this track over 2850m on 15 November. Fitter now and could earn some money
IXTREM D’OURVILLE – Has disqualification issues and faulted at Lyon-Parilly on 9 November. Does well for this driver and should be a threat
INDULGENTE – Disqualified last time out at Graignes over 2725m on 20 November. Hard to trust and others are preferred
ICARE D’ACADIE – Did not show his best when 8th in Class D at Reims over 2550m on 10 November. Capable of better and could make the frame
ILMENITE – Disappointing last run when unplaced in Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 8 September. Capable of better and can bounce back to score
IAGO DE SENOVILLE – Unreliable and finished 4th in Class G at Nantes over 3000m on 16 November. Might play a minor role at very best
Summary: ILMENITE (13) returns from a short break but is capable of winning a race like this and gets a narrow vote to score. IN LOVE DE CHARDET (8) races without shoes and could be a real threat over this track and distance. IXTREM D’OURVILLE (10) is not easy to trust but does do well for this driver and must be respected for that. INDY PIQUENARD (4) is not reliable but is capable of shining when in the right mood.
SELECTIONS
ILMENITE (13) – IN LOVE DE CHARDET (8) – IXTREM D’OURVILLE (10) – INDY PIQUENARD (4)
C7 – PRIX DEEP JAZZ QUARTET – 2850m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 21,000
MARLEY – Has won her last three starts, the latest in Class G at Wolvega over 2600m on 14 November. Should contest the finish
MAPLE LEAF – Unreliable and finished 4th in Class E over this track and trip on 9 November. Might play a minor role at best
MAITRE DU CHENE – Did not show his best when 7th in Class E at this track over 2700m on 17 November. Capable of better and can be competitive
MUST GO FAST – Has only been modest of late and finished 6th in Class E over this track and trip on 9 November. More is needed to beat these rivals
MAESTRO D’ELFE – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in D at Enghien over 2875m on 24 May. Likely to need this run returning from a break
MUTINE DE L’ITON – Did not show her best when 7th in Class E at Laval over 2850m on 7 November. Capable of better and can contest the finish
MAGIC DE VAUVILLE – Unreliable but was runner-up in Class E at Laval over 2850m on 7 November. Should be competitive in this line-up
MISTER D’ECROVILLE – Unreliable and finished 9th in Class C at Enghien over 2875m on 19 April. Returns from a break and could need this run
MASSILIO BLOND – Unreliable and was unplaced last time out in Class E at Bordeaux- Le Bouscat over 2550m on 12 November. Others are preferred
MAYA D’AUBRIERE – Did not show her best when unplaced in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 31 October. Consistent before that and can make the frame
MINOTOR D’ALOUETTE – Unbeaten in three starts, the latest being in Cass E over this track and trip on 9 November. Big chance
MADONE DU TRIEUX – Disappointing form of late and finished 8th in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 31 October. Might play a minor role
Summary: MINOTOR D’ALOUETTE (11) has looked good so far, being unbeaten in three starts. He did win at this course last time out and sets the standard. MAITRE DU CHENE (3) was not disgraced at Vincennes and is clearly talented so could be a threat. MARLEY (1) fluffed her lines with a disqualification on debut but has won her last three starts so must be respected for that. MAYA D’AUBRIERE (10) is better than her last run and could make the frame.
SELECTIONS
MINOTOR D’ALOUETTE (11) – MAITRE DU CHENE (3) – MARLEY (1) – MAYA D’AUBRIERE (10)
C8 – PRIX REXEL – 2850m (a2m) – Class G Amateur Drivers – Harness – EUR € 6,000
ITALIENNE IDEF – Has struggled of late and was 8th in Class G at Le Croise-Laroche over 2700m on 24 November. More is needed to win this race
HELENA DU MOUCHEL – Disqualified last time out in Class G at Nancy over 2625m on 9 November. Did better in her penultimate start and is capable of an upset
HELOISE DU RIS – Battling to regain best form and was unplaced in Class G at Cherbourg over 2625m 23 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
HELIOS DES LANDES – Unreliable and finished 6th in Class G at Amiens over 2400m on 13 November. Might earn some minor money
HAKA DANCER – Only modest of late and finished 6th in Class G at Vire over 2800m on 9 November. Might play a minor role at best
IVELTAL – Did not show his best when unplaced in Class D at Amiens over 2400m on 13 November. Barefoot and capable of fighting it out
GRAZIELLA MIP – Not reliable and finished 6th at this course over 2150m on 9 November. Can be competitive in this line-up
ICARE DU FAOUET – Unreliable and finished 9th in Class G at this track over 2150m on 9 November. Capable of better and could make the frame
ILOULOU JASMA – Has only been modest of late and finished 9th in Class F at Vincennes over 2700m on 6 November. Capable of better and has claims in this line-up
IL MIO – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in Class G at Cherbourg over 2650m on 23 November. Might play a minor role at best
HEPAX SPEED – Disqualified last time out in Class E at Lisieux over 2725m on 1 November. Did win his penultimate start and is not out of it
Summary: A very weak race and anything can win this lucky last race. ILOU LOU JASMA (9) is clearly better than some modest recent performances and gets a narrow vote to score. IVELTAL (6) races without shoes and is likely to improve, so could be a serious challenger. ICARE DU FAOUET (8) is not reliable but is capable of winning a race of this nature. GRAZIELLA MIP (7) was not disgraced over a shorter distance at this track and is another that can shine.
SELECTIONS – ILOULOU JASMA (9) – IVELTAL (6) – ICARE DU FAOUET (8) – GRAZIELLA MIP (7)

French Selections Thursday 27th

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