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French Selections Wednesday 18th

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R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LA TREMBLADE – 2850m (a2m) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 68,000

  1. HERMES EXPRESS – Capable on a good day but has just the one race in him since the autumn break and can be ruled out
  2. HAUTBRION COLMI – Undeniably capable but out of the picture in last 2 and even with Matthieu Abrivard reining will have few friends
  3. HAPPY DANOVER – Won over track and trip early last month but has failed to confirm on 3 occasions and will have nothing to offer
  4. IPALIO – Ran 2nd in a valuable race at Mons on 25 October, but was unconvincing at Le Croise-Laroche on 24 November, and can be passed over
  5. ILEO PIERJI – Gave IRON DU GERS (9) a run for his money in a Class C over 2700m here on 24 November. Is plainly at the top of his game and once again looks the main danger
  6. HOLD UP DES VENTES – Won a race at this level during the summer only to lose it later on. Boasts solid harness references and Martial Gilard will be hoping to make good on his charge’s form
  7. FAVICI PASMARICK – Failed to confirm Strasbourg performance when 6th behind FEU DE REVOLTE (12) at Le Croise-Laroche late last month. Faces an even better lot this time but can still hold his own
  8. HALMA D’AMER – Has less room for manoeuvre these days after a productive 2024 season. Pleased over course and distance though last month and has a reasonable chance of making first 5 this time
  9. IRON DU GERS – Made it 3 in a row when unopposed in a 2100m Class D here on 6 December. Has twice won over course and distance, Jean-Michel Bazire reins this time, and is going to take all the beating
  10. HAIDA SAUTONNE – Serious mare presenting excellent references under these conditions, but has not been seen out since June and will need the race
  11. HISTOIRE PHILS – 4th to IMPULSE JULRY (15) at Lyon-Parilly a month ago but was eliminated under the saddle here 11 days ago, and cannot be regarded a priority
  12. FEU DE REVOLTE – Not the most reliable but gave a fine account at Le Croise-Laroche on 24 November. Has already won twice with Franck Nivard and will legitimately generate interest
  13. HECTOR DE BASSIERE – Won 3 in a row in the provinces before blowing up in a 2100m Class C here 3 weeks ago. Is nicely-engaged, has placed on both runs with his driver, and must be taken seriously
  14. HORS BORD – In the frame in 5 of last 7 starts. Has placed just once in 4 starts here, but finished a place behind FEU DE REVOLTE (12) at Le Croise-Laroche, and in present form is easy to recommend for a minor place cheque
  15. IMPULSE JULRY – Sprang a small surprise when successful in a 2850m Class D at Lyon-Parilly in mid-November, however chances seems particularly slim this time around
  16. HONEY KING – Encouraging 5th of 14 behind FEU DE REVOLTE (12) in a 2700m Class C at Le Croise-Laroche on 24 November. Benefits from a terrific entry, however a repeat seems unlikely
    Summary: Very hard to fault when focused and barefoot, IRON DU GERS (9) steps back up in category after pulling off the hat-trick here earlier in the month, and looks primed to make it 4 on the trot. JMB will still want to keep a keen eye on a freshly-unshod ILEO PIERJI (5) who ran him close here 12 days earlier. Back under harness following a fruitful stint in the other code, HOLD UP DES VENTES (6) is unlikely to be far from the action, and neither is FEU DE REVOLTE (12) who beat a number of these at Le Croise-Laroche recently. HECTOR DE BASSIERE (13) should not be too quickly-judged for failing to deliver last time out; his form is sure and Francois Lagadeuc will be keen to prove the point.
    SELECTIONS
    IRON DU GERS (9) – ILEO PIERJI (5) – HOLD UP DES VENTES (6) – FEU DE REVOLTE (12)
    C2 – PRIX DES IRIS – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 38,000
  17. NOTABLE – Is reunited with Eric Raffin after winning a pair going right-handed. Is plainly a decent future prospect and will be expected to complete the hat-trick
  18. NEWTON DE CORS – Should not be too hastily-condemned for finishing 9th of 11 in a 2850m Class C over the inner course last week. Is confirmed over 2200m here and can make amends
  19. NELATI DE MORGANE – Produced career-best performance when 3rd, a place behind NEWTON DE CORS (2), in a Class C over 2200m here in late-October. Appears to be on the way up and is unlikely to be far from the action
  20. NON STOP MESLOIS – Respectable 5th over 2200m here in early-November before flopping behind NAPOLEON AS (10) here a fortnight later. Is unlikely to cause an upset but is still capable of getting a look in
  21. NADIR – Ran 2nd at Reims on debut before comfortably winning a 2400m Amiens Class D last week. Goes left-handed for the first time but still looks competitively well in
  22. NIKY ELDE – Pleased in first 2 before disappointing at Enghien in early-October. May be a little race-rusty but is still worth keeping an eye on
  23. NELOMBO BELLO – Useful sort whose recent results belie his ability. By no means disgraced over the main track a fortnight ago and the drop in trip may be just the ticket
  24. NINJA DE L’ENVOL – Steps back up in category after winning a claimer over course and distance 2 weeks ago. Takes on a better lot this time though and the draw will do him no favours
  25. NATIF DES CAILLONS – Takes a big leap in category after winning a Class E at Grenade-sur-Garonne 10 days ago and is not about to set off any fireworks
  26. NAPOLEON AS – Hardy element that endured some traffic problems here a month back. Was clearly in form that day, has had ample time to recover, and despite the draw will be expected to figure prominently
  27. NEW YORK D’OYSE – Quickly eliminated in a 2700m Class D here earlier in the month, and appears to be out of his league once again
  28. NEMO D’ARNHEM – Takes to Vincennes for the first time after being eliminated in both starts to date and can be confidently ruled out
  29. NUMBER ONE CHOC – Lost her action early in a 2175m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Has yet to show any particular aptitude for the game and others easier to back
    Summary: Sanctioned at Reims first time out, NOTABLE (1) nevertheless went on to win his next two with room to spare, and with Eric Raffin in the bike this time, can continue the winning spree. Leading the opposition, NELOMBO BELLO (7) is better than recent results would suggest, and NAPOLEON AS (10) has bags of untapped potential. NEWTON DE CORS (2) ran 2nd over course and distance first time out and returns to these conditions after disappointing over 2850m.
    SELECTIONS
    NOTABLE (1) – NELOMBO BELLO (7) – NAPOLEON AS (10) – NEWTON DE CORS (2)
    C3 – PRIX D’ISSOUDUN – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Mounted – EUR € 40,000
  30. MINILADY DE CHOC – Showed considerable tenacity to run 3rd in a Class C under these conditions 3 weeks ago. Improves for every run and should again figure prominently
  31. MONALYSA DU ROEN – On a fine run of form during the autumn but well-beaten in last 2 and others preferred
  32. MOLLY MADRIK – Blows hot and cold, most recently eliminated early in a 2175m Class D here 2 weeks ago, and others easier to trust
  33. MALLAURY D’AVEL – Imposed over the inner course on 13 November but disappointing 5th behind MINILADY DE CHOC (1) in a Class C under these conditions 3 weeks ago. Is patently better than the result would suggest and should logically finish closer this time
  34. MARVINA BELLA – Debuts in the discipline after 6.5 months off. Has evident talent and if fully-fit can make a big splash
  35. MAMZELL L’AVENTURE – Ran close 2nd to MILLESIMA (10) on 17 November before finishing courageous 4th behind MINILADY DE CHOC (1) in a Class C under these conditions 9 days later, and is unlikely to be far off the mark
  36. MORANE D’AVEL – Returns to competition after 3 months off, winning twice over the main track with ease. Has significantly more to offer and can make it 3 on the trot
  37. MAYA DES GENETS – Capable filly that has references over 2700m here but has not been seen out since July and is unlikely to shake things up
  38. MY BLACK CADENCE – Modest sort that made no impact in a Class B over course and distance on 10 November, and is not about to spring any surprises
  39. MILLESIMA – Made up for comeback elimination when securing victory in a 2175m Class D here on 17 November. Boasts a 75 percent win-rate and has every chance of taking it to 80
    Summary: MORANE D’AVEL (7) took some time to come to hand but has blossomed into a fine campaigner this term. Unbeaten in 2 starts at the venue, the 3-timer is still very much in play. MILLESIMA (10), however, has won 3 of 4, opened her Vincennes account a month back, and will be no easy touch. Sent for a break in May after failing to secure the hat-trick, MARVINA BELLA (5) is reunited with Eric Raffin who won with her under harness last April, and if as good under the saddle, will have her chances. MINILADY DE CHOC (1) is clearly improving and her recent performance bodes well for her chances of picking up some place prizemoney.
    SELECTIONS
    MORANE D’AVEL (7) – MILLESIMA (10) – MARVINA BELLA (5) – MINILADY DE CHOC (1)
    C4 – PRIX DE PONS – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 35,000
  40. LORD DE VANDEL – Useful sort in the provinces but disappointed at Nantes early this month, and would be preferred barefoot
  41. L’ESPOIR BELRI – Progressive individual that comfortably secured a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E on 2 December, but pitted against better this time and not an obvious choice
  42. LISCADO DE HOUELLE – Quality colt facing first challenge of the meeting. Will be fit by now, races barefoot as he did when victorious here last winter, and is unlikely to disappoint
  43. LE LAUREAT DU PARC – Complicated but talented element that was eliminated through no fault of his own here 2.5 weeks ago. Is a tough nut when focused and with application should finish close
  44. LEADER OAKS – Put 5 consecutive eliminations behind him to come 2nd in a Saint-Galmier Class E last month, but would have better prospects racing clockwise
  45. LATHOS DE VIVOIN – Unexceptional sort with a pair of runs under his belt since the autumn break. Is reunited with Eric Raffin but others still preferred
  46. LUTHIER DE PAIL – Remarkably performant when barefoot, and consistently in the thick of things with his driver. Shook the cobwebs off here earlier in the month and will not be going home empty-handed
  47. LOUISDOR DECHAMBOU – 5th, a place behind LATINO PURA VIDA (10), in a Class E under these conditions 2.5 weeks ago, and will have nothing to contribute
  48. LUX DE LA MESLIERE – Defied his odds to run 4th of 11 in a 2100m Class E here on 20 November. Reliability not his strong suit but with Matthieu Abrivard reining will be afforded every chance. First 5
  49. LATINO PURA VIDA – Flattering 4th in a Class E under these conditions 2.5 weeks ago, and is not about to influence the result
  50. LAWMAN – Has done nothing but improve lately, most recently dominating a 2850m Laval Class E. Theo Briand in the bike once more and although unlikely to repeat, should nevertheless acquit himself honourably
  51. LORENZO GEDE – Not as sharp as he was here during the summer, most recently 7th behind LUX DE LA MESLIERE (9) here on 20 November. Alexandre Abrivard in the bike this time and should not be overlooked
  52. LOUSTIC DU VIVIER – Serious sort making his first appearance since March and will have other ambitions
  53. L’AMOUR D’ETANG – Has turned a corner over recent weeks, winning 2 on the trot, latterly with authority here, and in similar form can make this his own
  54. LOVI CADENCE – Modest sort with a great entry but has had nothing to say for himself for some time and can be ignored
  55. LAVALO BELLO – Opened his Vincennes account early this month, at first time of asking. Won a Class E under these conditions with ease and is not incapable of repeating
    Summary: Victorious at Laval in early-November on his return to competition, L’AMOUR D’ETANG (14) went on to confirm here 3 weeks later, and the nature of that run bodes well for his chances. Just 25 Euros from elimination, and also recently a winner over course-and-distance, LAVALO BELLO (16) will have his chances. LISCADO DE HOUELLE (3) has a pair of races under his belt following a lengthy break, is barefoot for his first objective of the winter, and is reunited with Mathieu Mottier who won with him here in February. LE LAUREAT DU PARC (4) was unlucky here late last month and can make amends if kept out of harm’s way.
    SELECTIONS
    L’AMOUR D’ETANG (14) – LAVALO BELLO (16) – LISCADO DE HOUELLE (3) – LE LAUREAT DU PARC (4)
    C5 – PRIX PIERRE GIFFARD – 2850m (a2m) – Class B – Mounted – EUR € 75,000
  56. FIRST ONE DIAMOND – Excellent at home in Scandinavia but faces a totally new challenge here and is not about to set Vincennes alight
  57. GOUTIER CELESTE – Quality trotter that ran good 3rd in a Nantes Class D early last month, on first start for over 10 months. Will have come on for the run and is not to be underestimated
  58. ISLAMORADA – Made it 3 straight monte victories when dominating a Class B under these conditions on 20 November and, with application, can add another to her tally
  59. HARDI CROWN – Takes a leap in category after finishing a one-paced 5th in a 2175m Class C here 11 days ago, and is not about to influence the outcome
  60. IMAGINE D’ATOUT – Enjoyed a productive summer but has since lost her way and will first need to reaffirm
  61. GADGET DU GADE – Imposed over course and distance last winter but has been disappointing since and can expect to have few takers
  62. HOLLYWOOD DU BOIS – Good campaigner in this branch of the game but latest effort in the race of reference did nothing to inspire confidence
  63. GREZ – Has bags of ability but has been off the boil for past 2 months and needs to get his house in order
  64. HEROS DES MOTTES – Returns to a code he appreciates after a pair of harness conditioners. Goes barefoot this time but still not a concern
  65. HANNAH – Close 3rd in 4 December race of reference, at 20-1. Eric Raffin stays faithful but still no more than a minor place chance
  66. FICIMER – Quality element under the saddle and presently at the top of his game. Set his personal best chrono here earlier in the month and will again be competitive for a place on the podium
  67. ILTON ROYAL – Finished 4th to FICIMER (11) in a 2700m Class B here on 4 December. In this company though, a repeat seems improbable
  68. HEURISTIQUE – Classy mare but was never at her ease in a 2700m Class B here earlier in the month. Has talent to burn and Paul Ploquin will be eager to set the record straight. Chance
  69. FARANDOLE DI PALBA – Not the most reliable of horses but did win at this level during the autumn. Finished well to come 6th in race of reference and cannot be ruled out
  70. HEDEN CRUZ – Put in a fine effort to run 2nd to FICIMER (11) in a 2700m Class B here on 4 December. Is clearly nearing his best and can again challenge for a place in the frame
  71. FONZY D’HERIPRE – Won an Enghien harness claimer in mid-October before running 5th in a harness Class D over course and distance early last month. Makes just 2nd monte appearance but enjoys a terrific entry and can play a small role
    Summary: A superb campaigner in this branch of the business, ISLAMORADA (3) comfortably won over course and distance last month and is thoroughly capable of repeating. HEURISTIQUE (13) boasts arguably better monte credentials but, in current form, may have to play second fiddle this time. Not once out of the first 3 when barefoot, FICIMER (11) beat a host of the day’s runners here a fortnight ago and will not be sent out at 20-1 this time. HEDEN CRUZ (15) finished a place behind that day and will be expected to play another active role.
    SELECTIONS
    ISLAMORADA (3) – HEURISTIQUE (13) – FICIMER (11) – HEDEN CRUZ (15)
    C6 – PRIX DE FLORAC – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 46,000
  72. MACAREUX DU TRIEUX – Looked rather ordinary when 7th of 13 in a Class D over course and distance last Friday and will need to find more
  73. MEYOU DU CAMPUS – Capable colt that ran 3rd of 14 to MON PLAISIR (6) in a 2200m Class D here 2 weeks ago. Has ground to make up but is unlikely to be too far off the mark
  74. MUST DE CAHOT – Produced a fine effort to win a Class E over 2175m here late last month. Will have no issue with the longer trip and cannot be entirely ruled out
  75. MILLIUM QUESNOT – Encouraged at Le Croise-Laroche last month but was unable to confirm when last of 9 behind MERMOZ (11) in a 2100m Class D here on 6 December, and will need to show another side
  76. MAGIC INSTINCT – Ran good 5th behind MERMOZ (11), in a blanket finish, in a 2100m Class D here on 6 December, and should again prove competitive for a place in the frame
  77. MON PLAISIR – Like a horse transformed this term, winning 3 of last 4, most recently over the inner course. Keeps on progressing and winning this would be no great surprise
  78. MALUMA D’ANGIS – Makes first main-track appearance after 2 solid performances on the inner course, latterly imposing with authority. Goes well for Eric Raffin and is not about to let the side down
  79. MAMBO PLANCHETTE – Won first time here before coming 2nd to a very good horse over the short course on 24 November. Is unlikely to get his nose in front but can nonetheless finish thereabouts
  80. MISTER YELLOW – Fine colt that defied his 59-1 to come 3rd in a Class D over course and distance on 13 November, his first start for 3 months, and looks good enough to win a race of this nature
  81. MELKIOR CASTELLE – Is not short of ability but is as tricky as they come. Eliminated in all 4 Vincennes starts though and can be passed over
  82. MERMOZ – Left a good impression on Vincennes debut on 6 December when 3rd in a 2100m Class D. Was not the luckiest that day and if kept out of trouble will be expected to bring the fight to MISTER YELLOW (9)
    Summary: Justifiably well-regarded at home, MISTER YELLOW (9) gave a fine account on his re-entry here last month, will have come on for the race, and can finally break his Vincennes duck. Alexandre Abrivard can still expect resistance from the well-engaged MERMOZ (11) who has been knocking at the door, and the in-form MON PLAISIR (6) who has taken well to Vincennes conditions. MAGIC INSTINCT (5) should be fully-fit by now and is in with a realistic chance of making the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    MISTER YELLOW (9) – MERMOZ (11) – MON PLAISIR (6) – MAGIC INSTINCT (5)
    C7 – PRIX DE BEAUPREAU – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 35,000
  83. LUNE DE L’EMION – 3rd under these conditions 3 weeks ago before running solid 4th in a 2850m Class E last week. Takes a notable step up in category and is unlikely to influence the outcome this time
  84. LESDY MAGODA – Did not enjoy the best of trips when 2nd over track and trip 10 days ago. Mathieu Mottier renews his faith though and will be no pushover if he keeps her out of trouble
  85. LADIVA DE VILLABON – Returns to the harness code after placing twice under the saddle here over recent weeks, but will have her work cut out
  86. L’ETOILE DE ROCHE – Has done nothing but improve recently, latterly 2nd in a Nantes Class E early this month. Ran 3rd under these conditions when similarly-shod but is still not a contender
  87. LADY MAJOR – Encouraged at Graignes before finishing last of 7 over track and trip early this month, and others easier to back
  88. LAURA SISSI – Ran 2nd at Laval before coming 4th, a place behind L’ILE D’HAUFOR (12), in a 2850m Class E here on 16 November. Is not about to win this but can nonetheless play an active role
  89. LETTY DE BEYLEV – Delicate filly making first appearance since June. Is barefoot for the occasion but can be confidently disregarded
  90. LOULIANA DE VANDEL – Showed her form when 2nd in a Graignes Class E on 20 November, but takes on a better bunch here, and has placed just once in 5 starts over the main track
  91. LORA SCOTIA – Made short work of a 2850m Class E 3 weeks ago. Is similarly-shod this time and has a decent chance of confirming
  92. LADY D’ECAJEUL – Encouraged here on 21 October before flopping in a 2100m Class E here 3.5 weeks ago. Returns to racing barefoot and should be in a position to challenge for a first-5 cheque
  93. LUCKY STAR JIEL – Failed to confirm her Amiens victory when 9th of 11 in a 2100m Class E here on 22 November, and can be passed over
  94. L’ILE D’HAUFOR – 3rd in a Class E over 2700m here a month ago, on just 2nd start back. Has previously imposed under these conditions and on good behaviour can finish close
  95. LOU D’ECROVILLE – Back under harness after running 2nd of 9 in a 2550m Reims monte Class F on 10 November, and chances appear limited
  96. LAURENE DE BAILLY – Moderate individual that has done little of note in either code for some time and with shoes on will have nothing to give
  97. LOTTA ROSIE – Has done everything right since returning from a lengthy break. Should prove sharper this time and can trot her way into the picture
  98. LUNA DE JOUDES – Got straight back in the game when flying up over the inner course on 10 November. Faces a different challenge this time but has significant ability and once again looks the pick of the field
    Summary: Unbeaten in 3 barefoot starts, and most impressive on her recent comeback, LUNA DE JOUDES (16) runs over the main track for the first time, could not have asked for a better entry, and is in with a realistic shout of completing the hat-trick. She will, however, be pitted against LORA SCOTIA (9) who was an impressive winner at Mauquenchy, and the well-entered LOTTA ROSIE (15) who is clearly close to her race. L’ILE D’HAUFOR (12) is never far from faulting but she is hard to knock when focused.
    SELECTIONS
    LUNA DE JOUDES (16) – LORA SCOTIA (9) – LOTTA ROSIE (15) – L’ILE D’HAUFOR (12)
    C8 – PRIX DE NEUILLE PONT-PIERRE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 46,000
  99. JAIFA DE L’ITON – Handy mare with a pair of fresheners under her belt. Was eliminated in a Class E here last week and others easier to back
  100. JUMBY BAY – Fast-finishing 2nd of 13 in a 2100m Class D here on 1 December. Mathieu Mottier stays faithful and will be minded to keep her out of trouble. Claim
  101. JAVOTTE MADRIK – Returns to the capital after winning 3 straight in the provinces, all going clockwise. Is confirmed under these conditions however and while not a priority must still be respected
  102. JOUEUSE DU MIREL – Unremarkable mare that has made no impact in last 4 starts and must first re-establish her credentials
  103. JINA FOUTEAU – In the frame in 5 of last 6 barefoot runs. Disappointing in 1 December race of reference though and will need to raise her game
  104. JEREMICE MERITE – Has hardly put a foot out of line this term, latterly 4th in a Reims Class E. Presents decent Vincennes references and will be in the running for a first-5 payout
  105. JISMIE GRIFF – Useful element that ran better in the race of reference than her 5th behind JUMBY BAY (2) would suggest. Is plainly on the way up, has previously imposed over 2700m here, and could well make the frame this time
  106. JANDICE STAR – Ran 2nd at Lyon-Parilly in mid-November prior to coming 4th behind JUMBY BAY (2) in a 2100m Class D here on 1 December. Has a lot of ground to make up though
  107. JIMBA BERRY – Won a 2100m Class E for apprentices here late last month. Benjamin Rochard in the bike this time and is unlikely to disappoint
  108. JOYCE DES GRANGES – Put a pair of eliminations behind her to come 3rd of 13, a place behind JUMBY BAY (2), in a 2100m Class D here on 1 December, and with application can pick up another cheque
  109. JOYEUSE ENTREE – Useful mare with solid monte references. Here for reasons of conditioning and can be ruled out
  110. JEUNESSE ETERNELLE – Won a brace during the spring but has looked decidedly ordinary since returning to competition and can be passed over
  111. JAMAICA PHEDO – Reliability not her strong suit but is useful in both codes. Thrives with Eric Raffin and has been reconfigured for the occasion. Chance
  112. JOLIE INDIENNE – Drops back down the category-ladder after disappointing in better company here on 24 November. Is nicely-engaged, has won over track and trip, and at this level will not be far off the mark
  113. JADE DE NAVARY – Capable on a good day but will need to improve on recent 5th in a Class E here 10 days ago
  114. JUNON DE LOU – Not as sharp as she was during the autumn. Was well-beaten here 10 days ago and will need to find considerably more
    Summary: A fine mare with solid Vincennes credentials, JUMBY BAY (2) put in quite the showing here early this month and a similar performance would see her win this. JAMAICA PHEDO (13) has 3 runs under her belt since the layoff, will be partnered by the champion driver, and can contest the finish. JISMIE GRIFF (7) ran 5th in the 1 December race of reference, on just her 2nd start for the Grimault yard, and Paul Ploquin will be quietly confident of a big run. JIMBA BERRY (9) was a convincing winner here 3 weeks ago and although unlikely to repeat, can still finish in the mix.
    SELECTIONS
    JUMBY BAY (2) – JAMAICA PHEDO (13) – JISMIE GRIFF (7) – JIMBA BERRY (9)
    R3 CAGNES-SUR-MER [L-H]

C1 – PRIX ANDRE ADELE – 3800m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 1 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 45,000

  1. PAINT FOR FUN – Has done little wrong so far and was runner-up in a Conditions chase over this track and trip on 1 December. Big chance
  2. NUIT DE L’HOMME – Holding form and was third in a Conditions chase over this course and distance on 1 December. Should be competitive once again
  3. GEMMA INVICTA – Not reliable but was victorious in a Conditions chase over this track and trip on 1 December. Could follow up if in the same mood
  4. BOULEVARD BOURDON – Unreliable but was third in a Listed hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m on 15 November. Should be involved with the finish again
  5. NO LIMITS STEVE – Consistent so far and finished third in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 3550m on 2 December. Can contest the finish again
  6. HELIOS DU LUY – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap hurdle at this track over 3400m on 11 December. Yet to win and others are preferred
  7. BISTROT PARISIEN – Finished 7th in a Listed hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m on 7 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win this race
    Summary: Trainer David Cottin has a decent hand in this race. PAINT FOR FUN (1) is very consistent and was only narrowly beaten by his stable companion GEMMA INVICTA (3) last time out. The change of weights could see the positions reversed. GEMMA INVICTA (3) is not as reliable as that rival, but she did win last time out and should be very competitive once again. BOULEVARD BOURDON (4) has been placed in a Listed hurdle and could be a lively danger on his chasing debut. NUIT DE L’HOMME (2) has held his form well and can make the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    PAINT FOR FUN (1) – GEMMA INVICTA (3) – BOULEVARD BOURDON (4) – NUIT DE L’HOMME (2)
    C2 – PRIX CYBORG – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 1 – Hurdles – EUR € 45,000
  8. WOODS – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a handicap hurdle at this track over 3400m on 11 December. Can contest the finish
  9. MULOUGHBOY – Continues to improve and was third in a Conditions chase at Lyon-Parilly over 3400m on 22 November. Should be right there at the finish
  10. PADDOCKWOOD – Victorious in a Conditions hurdle at this course over 3300m on 1 December. Looked good that day and can follow up
  11. THE PRINCE – A winner of a Conditions hurdle at this track over 3300m on 1 December. Shows promise and is capable of doubling up
  12. BANDJO – Returned to form with a win in a Conditions hurdle at this track over 3400m on 3 December. Not out of it
  13. MAKAO’K – Improving and was runner-up in a Conditions hurdle at this course over 3400m on 3 December. Has a place chance
  14. MELINOS DE CHARNIE – Not disgraced on hurdle debut when 4th in a Conditions race at this course over 3300m on 1 December. More is needed to beat these rivals
    Summary: A very interesting race. PADDOCKWOOD (3) was a good winner at this track last time out and could follow up, but this is a tougher race. THE PRINCE (4) also won that day and will not go down without challenging all the way to the line. MULOUGHBOY (2) is improving and can get into the mix of things once again. BANDJO (5) could have more to offer after a solid enough win at this track and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    PADDOCKWOOD (3) – THE PRINCE (4) – MULOUGHBOY (2) – BANDJO (5)
    C3 – PRIX DU COMTE DE NICE – 4200m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Listed – Steeple Chase – EUR € 66,000
  15. KROKODILE DUNDEE – Battling to find his best form and finished 6th in a Conditions chase at this track over 3800m on 1 December. Might play a minor role
  16. HILL OF BAMBOO – Knocking very loudly at the door and was runner-up in a Conditions chase at this track over 3800m on 1 December. Can go one place better
  17. ICARE DU SEUIL – A winner of three of his last four starts, including a Conditions chase at this track over 3800m on 3 December. Can win again
  18. ANGE PITOU – Holding form and finished fourth in a Conditions chase at this track over 3800m on 3 December. Can contest the finish
  19. JOST – Yet to win this year and was 7th in a Group 1 hurdle at Auteuil over 4800m on 15 November. Not out of it in this line-up
  20. VEZZANA – Did not show her best when 7th in a handicap hurdle at this track over 4000m on 8 December. More is needed to beat these rivals
    Summary: ICARE DU SEUIL (3) continues to improve and win races. He looks hard to oppose and should take out this Listed race. His stable companion HILL OF BAMBOO (2) tried his luck unsuccessfully in Group 1 company at Auteuil last time out but will do much better at this level and could be the biggest threat. ANGE PITOU (4) has held his form nicely and can contest the finish again.
    SELECTIONS
    ICARE DU SEUIL (3) – JOST (5) – ANGE PITOU (4) – HILL OF BAMBOO (2)
    C4 – PRIX DU BREIL – 4000m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 1 – Hurdles – EUR € 60,000
  21. LE ROI DAVID – Returned to form with a Conditions chase win at this track over 3800m on 3 December. Not reliable but quite capable of following up
  22. KEL STORY – Bounced back to form with a handicap hurdle win over this track and trip on 3 December. Can double up
  23. MOHICAN – Has only been modest of late and was 6th in a handicap hurdle over this course and distance on 3 December. Might play a minor role
  24. KAJA – Completed a hat-trick when winning a Conditions chase at this track over 3800m on 1 December. Must be respected for that win and win again
  25. GOLDEN BEACH – Victorious last time out in a Conditions hurdle at this track over 3500m on 3 December. Should be right there at the finish
  26. WINSTONPRESIDENT – Returned to form with a win in a Conditions chase at Pisa over 3500m on 11 December. More is needed to beat these rivals
  27. MOTU FAREONE – Showed some improvement when third in a Conditions hurdle at this track over 3500m on 3 December. Might earn some minor money
    Summary: A competitive race. KAJA (4) has won her last three starts, including a chase over this particular course and distance. She is in a tougher race but does look the one to be with. KEL STORY (2) indicated his well-being with a good handicap hurdle win and can fight it out again. GOLDEN BEACH (5) was a good winner at this course and would not be a surprise winner. LE ROI DAVID (1) is unreliable but is another in this small field who is quite capable of doubling up.
    SELECTIONS
    KAJA (4) – KEL STORY (2) – GOLDEN BEACH (5) – LE ROI DAVID (1)
    C5 – PRIX DE L’ESCOURS – 3800m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Claiming – Steeple Chase – EUR € 19,000
  28. JARZE – A winner of a Claiming chase at this track over 4200m on 8 December. Quite capable of following up
  29. STETTEN – Unreliable and was unplaced in a claiming chase at this track over 4200m on 8 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  30. MARECHAL DESJY – Unplaced in a handicap chase at this track over 4200m on 8 December. Capable of better and can bounce back to score at this level
  31. MON EMPEROR – Not disgraced when fourth in a Claiming chase at this track over 4200m on 8 December. Can be competitive once again
  32. THE GALAHAD KID – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a claiming hurdle at this track over 4000m on 11 December. Can surprise if at best
  33. JILAIJONE – Showed some improvement when third in a claiming hurdle at this track over 4000m on 11 December. Can contest the finish
  34. KERNATH – Unreliable and finished 7th in a claiming chase at this track over 4200m on 8 December. Capable of an upset on best form
  35. KAPCHOUNIKA – Unplaced in a claiming chase at this track over 4200m on 8 December. Clearly capable of better and has a place chance
    Summary: A weak and very open claimer. JARZE (1) has the form behind him and was a good winner in this division over this course and distance earlier this month. He does give plenty of weight away, so he has his dangers. MON EMPEROR (4) ran well enough over this course and distance last time out to be a real threat to these rivals. JILAIJONE (6) attracted betting support when showing improvement last time out and could do better over these fences. MARÉCHAL DESJY (3) is also capable of winning at this level.
    SELECTIONS
    JARZE (1) – MON EMPEROR (4) – JILAIJONE (6) – MARECHAL DESJY (3)
    C6 – PRIX DE CAMBRIDGE – 3300m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 3 – Hurdles – EUR € 34,000
  36. RYGIA – Finished 10th in a handicap hurdle at this track over 3400m on 11 December. Won a claimer before that and is not out of it
  37. PHILADELPHIE – Has run well in both starts and was fourth in a Condition hurdle at this track over 3500m on 1 December. Has claims of winning this race
  38. STELLINA ROSE – A winner of a claiming hurdle at this track over 3400m on 11 December. Can be competitive once again
  39. APRIL FLOWER – Finished 9th in a handicap hurdle at this track over 3400m on 11 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  40. FUJI HANA – Very consistent and was third in a Conditions hurdle at this track over 3400m on 8 December. Should fight out the finish yet again
  41. BAIE DES ANGES – Unplaced in a Condition Hurdle at this track over 3400m on 8 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  42. ROCK PEARL – Not reliable and finished fifth in a claiming hurlde at this track over 3400m on 11 December. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  43. VIE SECRETE – Not disgraced when fourth in a Condition hurdle over this track and trip on 3 December. Be right there at the finish
  44. MAFIA – Finished 10th on debut in a Conditions hurdle over this course and distance on 3 December. Needs major improvement to win
  45. SORIA – Only modest so far and was fifth in a Conditions Hurdle at Fontainebleau over 3550m on 19 November. Can earn some minor money
    Summary: PHILADELPHIE (2) has run well in both her starts and should make a bold bid at beating these rivals. VIE SECRÈTE (8) ran well on hurdle debut and should have improvement to come, so will be a lively danger. STELLINA ROSE (3) picked up a confidence-boosting claimer win at this track and could make the frame. FUJI HANA (5) is very consistent and would not be a surprise winner over this course and distance.
    SELECTIONS
    PHILADELPHIE (2) – VIE SECRETE (8) – STELLINA ROSE (3) – FUJI HANA (5)
    C7 – PRIX JEAN DOUMEN – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 3 – Hurdles – EUR € 34,000
  46. KARMA D’OLIVATE – Dislodged the rider in a handicap hurdle at this track over 4000m on 8 December. Capable of earning some minor money on best form
  47. COOKYNELLE – Unplaced in a Condition hurdle over this track and trip on 3 December Did run some fair races before that and could play a minor role
  48. MAGIC TANIT – Has lost the way and was unplaced in a Claiming chase at this track over 3800m on 11 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  49. POURQUOI PAS SOLO – Has really struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap hurdle at this track over 4000m on 8 December. Needs major improvement to win
  50. L’AZIZA DES PLACES – A winner of a claiming chase at Fontainebleau over 3600m on 2 December. Tougher task but can contest the finish
  51. BEAUTYFULL EYES – Much improved last run when third in a Conditions hurdle at Fontainebleau over 3550m on 19 November. Should be competitive once again
  52. LADY PALMA – Holding form and finished third in a Conditions hurdle over this track and trip on 8 December. Big chance
  53. LINDA SLIDE – Unreliable and finished 6th in a handicap chase at this track over 3800m on 1 December. Has a place chance
  54. NATT JELOIS – Has not shown much so far and finished 6th in a Condition hurdle at this track over 3300m on 4 December. Capable of improvement and might play a minor role
  55. LUNA LUPA – Did not show her best when 8th in a claiming hurdle at this track over 3400m on 11 December. Fair form before that and could earn some money
  56. LADIVA DES PINS – Unplaced on debut in a Conditions hurdle at this track over 3400m on 8 December. Others are much preferred
  57. FEE DU VIVIEN – Finished 8th in a Conditions hurdle at this track over 3500m on 3 December. Capable of improvement and could make the frame
  58. LIBRE ET FIERE – A faller in a Conditions hurdle at this track over 3400m on 8 December. Needs to do a lot better this time around
    Summary: A competitive-looking race. LADY PALMA (7) remains in good shape and her recent run over this course and distance suggested a winning turn was not far away. L’AZIZA DES PLACES (5) picked up a win in a chase claimer and will be a real threat back in a hurdle race. BEAUTIFUL EYES (6) showed some improvement at Fontainebleau and can contest the finish again. FÉE DU VIVIEN (12) is likely to improve and is not out of it.
    SELECTIONS
    LADY PALMA (7) – L’AZIZA DES PLACES (5) – BEAUTYFULL EYES (6) – FEE DU VIVIEN (12)
    C8 – PRIX DE CARDIFF – 4000m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 37,000
  59. INSTAR DE REVE – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap over this course and distance on 8 December. Others make more appeal
  60. JABOROSA – Did not show her best when unplaced in a handicap hurdle over this course and distance on 3 December. Could be the surprise package of the race
  61. SOPRAN LEGER – Has not shown much so far and was 8th in a handicap hurdle over this course and distance on 1 December. Others are peferred
  62. ESCORT’JET – Unplaced in a handicap hurdle over this course and distance on 8 December.. Capable if playing a minor role on best form
  63. ESPRIT TRANQUILLE – Victorious in a Conditions hurdle at Strasbourg over 3800m on 11 November. Not reliable but can follow up
  64. ROYAL MOON – A winner of a handicap hurdle over this track and trip on 1 December.. Carries a penlaty but can double up
  65. GUETTA – Has struggled of late and finished 9th in a handicap hurdle over this course and distance on 8 December. Capable of an upset on best form
  66. VIOLET HILL – Only modest of late and finished fifth in a Conditions hurdle at Nancy over 3800m on 30 November. More is needed to beat these rivals
  67. TOUGH TIMES – Not disgraced when 6th in a handicap hurdle over this track and trip on 8 December. Capable of an upset
  68. FORZA – Has struggled of late and finished 8th in a Conditions chase at this track over 3800m on 3 December. Meeds to find a few lengths to win
  69. NOVA SCOTIA – Not reliable and finished 6th in a claiming hurdle over this course and distance on 11 December. Capable of making the frame
  70. CLO DES FLOS – Holding form and finished fourth in a handicap hurdle over this course and distance on 8 December. Should contest the finish
  71. CELEB – Unreliable of late and was unplaced in a handicap hurdle over this course and distance on 1 December. Might play a minor role at very best
  72. JUNGLE SEA – Did not show his best when 7th in a handicap hurdle over this track and trip on 8 December. In good form before that and is not out of it
  73. JUST A GIGOLO – Only modest of late and finished 7th in a Conditions chase at this track over 3800m on 3 December. Yet to win a race and others are preferred
  74. QUICK DADDY – Has really struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap hurdle over this track and trip on 8 December. Needs major improvement to win
    Summary: ROYAL MOON (6) was a good winner over this course and distance at the beginning of the month. She carries a penalty for that win but looks the right one for this lucky last race. ESPRIT TRANQUILLE (5) produced a solid enough winning performance at Strasbourg and could be the biggest threat. CLOS DES FLOS (12) is consistent and can get involved with the finish once again. NOVA SCOTIA (11) is unreliable but is also capable of running into the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    ROYAL MOON (6) – ESPRIT TRANQUILLE (5) – CLO DES FLOS (12) – NOVA SCOTIA (11)
    R4 DEAUVILLE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE MORTAGNE-AU-PERCHE – 2500m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,400

  1. ALMACADO GREE – Ran an attractive race at this course on the 3rd of this month in a claiming race over 2500m and should again be very competitive. Strong place claims
  2. CARTIMANDUA – Placed 3rd at Lyon La Soie over 2150m in a weak Claiming race on the 1st of December and was a winner before that. Strong each way claims
  3. LAVENDIN – Was a winner of a Class 4 at Limoges on the 29th of November over 2100m and is confidently selected to follow up
  4. KING COBRA – His last two runs are a worry. Placed way back in 14th position last time when racing at Pornichet over 2400m in a Handicap. Is hard to fancy on current form
  5. ZABIR – Ran 4th in Germany on the 20th of September over 2450m and will need to find more for the win here. An outsider with a small place chance
  6. FIRSTMAN – Taking time for the next win, finished 3rd at Lyon La Soie over 2400m in a claiming race on the 7th of this month and can threaten. Good chance
  7. REVALITE – Finished 6th at this track over 2500m in Handicap class on the 25th of last month and can be expected to do way better now. Good chance
  8. KEEN APPROACH – Finished 9th at Fontainebleau over 3000m in a Handicap on the 22nd of November and can do way better than that. A must inclusion for the quartet
  9. NEKOLETO – His last few runs have been dismal over various tracks and trips. Last run was on the 11th of December over 1900m in a Handicap where he only managed 11th place. Pass by
  10. FIRST ONE – Lightly raced, still a maiden and has made very little impression thus far. Hard to make a case for and can be ignored from all bets
    Summary: LAVENDIN (3) comes into this contest fresh off a victory at Limoges and is confidently selected to follow up. CARTIMANDUA (2) is holding her form encouragingly well and will be a serious contender for top honors here. REVALITE (7) is a tad erratic but on very best efforts, can be competitive and has place claims. ALMACADO GREE (1) caught the eye with a good run last time and must be factored into all bets.
    SELECTIONS
    LAVENDIN (3) – CARTIMANDUA (2) – REVALITE (7) – ALMACADO GREE (1)
    C2 – PRIX DE BEUVRON-EN-AUGE – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 22,100
  11. SATURDAY NIGHT – She was a winner of her last start which was over 1900m at Chantilly in a weak claiming race on the 21st of last month and might well be able to follow up. Good each way chance
  12. ROMANESQUE – Hard to make a case for based on the dismal last run when only managing 16th place over 2500m at this course on the 25th of last month in a Handicap. Pass by
  13. INDIAN STREAK – Was a winner three starts back, finished 6th at Pau over 2000m in a Class 2 on the 13th of last month and will be competitive. Strong winning chance first time in a claimer
  14. PIQUOISEAU – Ignore last run, placed 8th at Parislongchamp before that on the 4th of October over 1600m in a competitive Handicap and in this class will have a bright winning chance down in grade here
  15. BLISTRO – Has shown absolutely nothing in three starts thus far finishing 11th, 14th and 11th respectively and would be a shock if placing. Can be ignored from all bets
  16. ALKIDAN – Finished 6th at Marseille Borely over 2000m in Handicap company on the 27th of September and might need a run or two to tighten up. Happy to pass by for today
  17. KAWAALOT – Has yet to win the maiden, placed 4th at Chantilly over 1900m in a weak claimer race on the 21st of November and can be competitive again. One for the shortlist
  18. OCTANE – Has only raced twice, finished 6th at Amines over 2900m on the 10th of November and surely has plenty of scope to improve. Respect and include in the quartet
  19. CORTELLA – Ignore last run, placed 4th at Chantilly over 1900m in a Class 3 on the 28th of October and can go close here. Strong place claims
  20. FADO – Was a winner at the penultimate run but disappointed last time when way back in 11th place at Chantilly over 1600m in a Handicap field. Others are preferred for the win
    Summary: PIQUOISEAU (4) can be expected to serve up plenty more than last time when only managing 14th place at Chantilly. His form before that is fair enough to think he has a bright winning chance in this field. INDIAN STREAK (3) is sparingly raced, was a winner three starts back and can be very competitive on his first run in a claimer. A must for all betting perms. SATURDAY NIGHT (1) passed the line first at Chantilly last time and there is no reason why she cannot follow up in a very open contest.
    SELECTIONS
    PIQUOISEAU (4) – INDIAN STREAK (3) – SATURDAY NIGHT (1) – CORTELLA (9)
    C3 – PRIX DU LIEU CALICE – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 23,000
  21. MUST BE CRACKERS – Only managed 12th place at this track over 1900m on the 2nd of this month and with natural progression can get much closer now. Expect way better today
  22. SISKA – Can improve on debut 6th place finish at Le Mans over 1600m on the 29th of October and is a must for all bets. First four aspirations
  23. BANKER NINE – Finished 5th at Chantilly over 1800m on the 10th of last month in a Handicap and has the ideal chance of securing the maiden win. Bright winning chance
  24. I LIKED IT – Will need to do more than latest 9th place over 1900m at Chantilly on the 9th of this month and might have found the right field to do that in. Small outside place chance at best
  25. MONAGHAN BOY – Has posted two uninspiring runs thus far, finished 6th at Lyon La Soie over 1800m on the 5th of this month in a weak race and others are far preferred. Pass by
  26. HERVAS – Will need to build on debut 16th place finish over 1900m at this track on the 2nd of December and can. If doing so, can finish in the first four. Good place chance
  27. EVEROSE – Placed 6th at Deauville on the 6th of November over 1900m in a claiming race and can do way better this time. Include in the quartet as place value
  28. RAGE CHOPE – Placed five from five, was 5th at Saint-Cloud over 1600m in a claiming race on the 19th of September and will race fresh. Solid overall form and will be competitive. Big chance
  29. CAPITOL HILL – Ran a good race at Toulouse on the 30th of last month over 2000m in a claiming race and if confirming that effort, can earn again. Bright place chance
  30. EAU DE ROSE – She is lightly raced, can improve, finished 8th at Lyon La Soie on the 17th of November over 1800m and can go very close here. Enters the equation
  31. IVRA CHOPE – Form has been dismal since debut 9th, placed 11th at Toulouse on the 30th of last month in a claiming race and is hard to fancy. Unlikely winner and can be passed by
  32. AEIH – Her recent form has been on the decline over various tracks and trips and it is incredibly hard to make a case for this one. Would be a shock if placing
  33. CAPOUCHINE – Placed 8th at Pornichet over 1700m earlier this month in a claiming race and will need to do more for the win. Happy to ignore
  34. NOUS TROIS – Made her debut on the 16th of November over 2000m at Angers finishing 8th and can show considerable improvement from that. Small outside place chance at best today
  35. AVADREAM – Placed 6th on the 12th of October at Nancy over 1400m in a claimer and will need to do way more than that to threaten for the first purse. Hard to fancy
    Summary: BANKER NINE (3) has placed four times from six starts and now looks cherry ripe and ready for the win. EAU DE ROSE (10) is lightly raced and surely has more to offer and can go very close to getting it all right. RAGE CHOPE (8) is never far off the action and has a huge place chance and must be included in all bet types. HERVAS (6) was way back on debut but finds the ideal field to improve to get way closer.
    SELECTIONS
    BANKER NINE (3) – EAU DE ROSE (10) – RAGE CHOPE (8) – HERVAS (6)
    C4 – PRIX DU SENTIER DU LITTORAL – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 20,100
  36. IRON ARROW – Made the debut in Germany, raced at Lyon La Soie last time finishing 7th over 2150m in the maidens and will need to do plenty more to threaten here. Happy to ignore
  37. SOGNIAMO INSIEME – Made a fair debut when 3rd at Machecoul but followed up with a bad run at Craon on the 30th of last month over 2400m in the maidens finishing back in 13th place. Would be a shock winner
  38. RINASCERO – Showed massive improvement at the second run when 2nd at Deauville over 1900m on the 23rd of October and might be very hard to beat. Strong winning chance
  39. SEVEN FOR ALL – Caught the eye when making an attractive debut at Chantilly over 1900m on the 8th of November finishing 5th and with natural improvement, will be able to go very close
  40. OPI DAQUI – Two uninspiring efforts thus far, placed 7th at Amiens over 1650m on the 10th of last month and based on that will find the opposition a tad on the strong side. Hard to fancy and can be ignored
  41. BAILEYS ROCK – Only managed 8th place on debut when racing over 1650m at Amiens on the 10th of November in the maiden race and others are far preferred. Pass by
  42. HIGHFIELD WORLD – Placed 4th at Amiens over 2200m on the 19th of last month in a maiden race and might have more to offer but others are preferred today. Small, outside place chance at very best as the value
  43. ZODD – He was 2nd at Pornichet on the 22nd of last month over 2400m in the maidens and can go one better now. Respect and include in all bets
  44. CHEVALDOR – Running well, always placing, finished 5th at Le Mans over 1950m in a Maiden race on the 29th of October and can go close. Respected
  45. GRAND CHELEM – Caught the eye at the last run when 2nd at Chantilly over 1900m on the 8th of November and should get it all right very soon. Big each way claims
  46. TAKEO – Is clearly enjoying France, placed 3rd at Lyon La Soie over 1800m on the 5th of December and can be involved at the finish again. Big chance and a must for all bets
  47. CATHERINE’S GIFT – Ran a fair race at Lyon La Soie last time over 1800m in the maidens on the 5th of this month and with some luck, could earn again but others are preferred
  48. IRISH QUEEN – Placed only 11th at Lyon La Soie over 1800m on the 5th of December and will need to improve before being considered for any bets. Happy to ignore
  49. WELYKA – Finished 7th at Chantilly on the 6th of this very month over 2700m in maiden class and will need to serve up plenty more than that for the win. Pass by
  50. DHALEM – A son of Night Of Thunder out of a War Front mare that might need a race or two to tighten up and learn what racing is all about. Watch the betting as race time looms
  51. BEAUTIFUL TIME – Daughter of Time Test out of a mare that never raced. Watch the betting as race time looms but is likely to need this run. Happy to ignore on debut
    Summary: RINASCERO (3) showed huge progression from run one to run two and with more improvement likely, could be a very hard horse to beat. GRAND CHELEM (10) has placed five from five and ran a particularly good race last time when 2nd at Chantilly. Big danger and a solid chance in this line-up. CHEVALDOR (9) is ultra-consistent, never far off the action and is one for the shortlist. A huge run can be expected. ZODD (8) has a quartet chance.
    SELECTIONS
    RINASCERO (3) – GRAND CHELEM (10) – CHEVALDOR (9) – ZODD (8)
    C5 – PRIX DE SAINT-VALERY-EN-CAUX – 1500m (a7f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,300
  52. MONSIEUR FANTAISIE – Dismal run in 14th over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 9th of December 2025. Will be a shock winner
  53. KAMETA – Far from disgraced in 6th over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 3rd of December 2025. Big runner for top honors
  54. HERODION – Finished 3rd over 1300m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 26th of November 2025. Strong winning chance
  55. DRACO – Not beaten far in 4th position over 1400m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 21st of November 2025. Could outrun odds
  56. RISING UP – Finished 6th over 1800m at Lyon La Soie in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 5th of December 2025. Easy to look elsewhere
  57. UNAMUNO – No type of run in 10th over 1400m at Toulouse in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 10th of October 2025. Will battle here
  58. LES TROIS VALLEES – Runner up over 1400m at Nancy in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 30th of November 2025. Erratic but can earn a cheque
  59. BLACK LIVES MATTER – Well beaten in 12th over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 3rd of December 2025. Hard to fancy
  60. RIVAL ORDER – Runner up behind a reopposing sort over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 3rd of December 2025. Should be in the shake up
  61. ITAEWON – Winner over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 3rd of December 2025. Back to best and can feature again
  62. INTUITION – Finished 4th behind a few of these over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 3rd of December 2025. Can run into the money at best
  63. TOLLARD ROYAL – Fair run in 3rd over 1400m at Deauville behind a couple reopposing sorts in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 3rd of December 2025. Place credentials
  64. MOWAEVA – Average performance in 9th over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 3rd of December 2025. Others make more appeal
  65. THE CAT’S – Moderate run in 7th over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 3rd of December 2025. One to pass by
    Summary: HERODION (3) is an old campaigner who is in some decent touch at present and has the right form figures to land a strong blow on his opponents. KAMETA (2) is in some pleasing form at present and despite a midfield finish last time out, she wasn’t beaten far and a repeat showing could see her going close. ITAEWON (10) showed a return to form with a commanding victory at his latest start and if in the same heart then he could win again. RIVAL ORDER (9) also improved in his last to finish behind Itaewon and a similar effort could likely be on the cards.
    SELECTIONS
    HERODION (3) – KAMETA (2) – ITAEWON (10) – RIVAL ORDER (9)
    C6 – PRIX DE VEULETTES-SUR-MER – 1500m (a7f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400
  66. SYMBOLE – Well held in 12th over 1600m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 9th of December 2025. Faces an uphill task
  67. MAGIC DYA – No show in 14th over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 3rd of December 2025. Could earn on penultimate run
  68. PROLETARIAT – Not seen to best effect in 10th over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 3rd of December 2025. Hard to recommend on current form
  69. SI CAPO SI – Pleasing effort in 3rd spot over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 18th of November 2025. Massive runner
  70. SULINA – Finished well downfield in 15th over 2000m at Toulouse in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 23rd of November 2025. Will be a shock winner
  71. CRACK CITY – Won with a bit in hand over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 3rd of December 2025. Should go close once again
  72. TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL – Runner up over 1700m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 29th of November 2025. Include in all bets
  73. FERNANDO – Lackluster run in 13th over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 14th of November 2025. Hard to make a case for
  74. MOONWALKER – Poor run in 12th over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 3rd of December 2025. Battling maiden and more is needed
  75. MAGIC VATI – No show in 12th over 2400m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 5th of December 2025. Will struggle to challenge
  76. RED IN SIGHT – No type of run in 14th over 1300m at Deauville in a divided handicap on the 26th of November 2025. Unlikely to pose a threat
  77. MONSIEUR DUPONT – Finished 3rd over 1100m at Le Croise-Laroche in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 15th of November 2025. Could show some improvement again
  78. MINO PICO – Moderate run in 8th over 1300m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 26th of November 2025. Others inspire more confidence
  79. RUBIS GOLD – Not seen to best effect in 12th over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 18th of November 2025. Rating on a competitive mark now
    Summary: SI CAPO SI (4) has improved of recent and on the back of those efforts, he appears to be in the right contest to produce a big effort to add another win to his tally. CRACK CITY (6) returned to best form when winning last time out and needs to be taken seriously once again as he bids to make it back to back wins. TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL (7) produced a much better effort last time out and with a repeat performance then she should be in the firing line. RUBIS GOLD (14) has poor form figures to his name but continues to drop in the ratings and could likely pop up one of these days.
    SELECTIONS
    SI CAPO SI (4) – CRACK CITY (6) – TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL (7) – RUBIS GOLD (14)
    C7 – PRIX DU HAUT GUE – 1400m (a7f) – ALL WEATHER – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 25,900
  80. KAILANI – Finished 3rd over 1300m at Deauville in a Class 2 on the 28th of November 2025. Should play a leading role in the outcome
  81. ALHAEBA – Pleasing run in 5th over 1600m at Chantilly in a maiden on the 21st of November 2025. One to include in all bets
  82. SHOWNA – Finished close up in 3rd over 1600m at Chantilly in a maiden on the 21st of November 2025. Coming along the right way and will feature
  83. CANENA – Comfortably beaten in 7th over 1650m at Craon in a Listed race on the 6th of September 2025. Down in company and can earn
  84. FALOU CHOPE – Moderate run in 6th over 1500m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 21st of November 2025. Will need to show more to play a role
  85. MONCLAR – Poor display in 9th over 1500m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 21st of November 2025. Will be a shock winner
  86. HORNIG – Runner up over 1200m at Fontainebleau in a handicap on the 13th of November 2025. Each way credentials in this event
  87. RUE EBLE – Fair performance in 3rd over 1300m at Craon in a maiden on the 29th of September 2025. Could outrun odds to earn a cheque
  88. AVEC DES SI – Not beaten far in 6th over 1200m in a handicap on the 13th of November 2025. More needed to mount a strong challenge
  89. THIBERVILLE – Finished 6th over 1400m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 31st of October 2025. More is needed to feature
  90. REDOUTABLE – Beaten by double digits into 4th over 1600m at Le Mans in a Class 2 on the 17th of November 2025. Hard to recommend on current form
  91. REMENBER CHOPE – Runner up over 1600m at Le Mans in a Class 2 on the 17th of November 2025. Has consistent form and should be competitive
  92. CORYPHEENE – Moderate ruin in 6th over 1300m at Deauville in a Class 2 on the 28th of November 2025. Others inspire more confidence
    Summary: KAILANI (1) showed up positively last time out and looks to be in the right grade to land the spoils. He rates the one to beat with Christophe Soumillon back in the saddle. SHOWNA (3) has improved with racing and produced a career best at her latest effort which could well see her challenging strongly. HORNIG (7) is a bit more exposed than the top two but has some fair form to his name and should be in the money. ALHAEBA (2) hasn’t been disgraced in some of his runs to date and will be competitive once again.
    SELECTIONS
    KAILANI (1) – SHOWNA (3) – HORNIG (7) – ALHAEBA (2)
    C8 – PRIX DU PETIT GUE – 1400m (a7f) – ALL WEATHER – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,100
  93. CONQUEST – No show in 11th over 1300m at Deauville in a maiden on the 28th of November 2025. Unlikely to play a role in this contest
  94. LIEBEROSE – Finished a fair 5th behind a couple of reopposing sorts over 1500m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 21st of November 2025. Place chance
  95. PERCEVAL – Beaten out of sight in 14th over 1300m at Deauville in a maiden on the 28th of November 2025. Will be a shock winner
  96. OFF TO DUBAI – Finished 3rd over 1800m at Chantilly behind a reopposing sort in a divided handicap on the 6th of December 2025. Should be in the firing line
  97. NEW PEARL – Not disgraced in 4th over 1500m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 21st of November 2025. Should be in the shake up
  98. ARTEMISE – Finished a solid 3rd behind a reopposing rival over 1500m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 21st of November 2025. Will be very competitive
  99. PROLIXE – No type of finish in 7th over 1200m at Mont-De-Marsan in a claimer on the 15th of November 2025. Others make more appeal
  100. UN PTI TRUC ENPLUS – Well held in 9th spot over 1500m at Deauville in a maiden on the 2nd of December 2025. Others inspire more confidence
  101. ARKEN – Finished a clear 2nd over 1800m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 6th of December 2025. Could go one better here
  102. ST GERMAIN – Not beaten far in 6th over 1500m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 21st of November 2025. Well tried maiden who can place
  103. NEAR FLY – No type of run in 10th over 1500m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 21st of November 2025. Will battle to challenge here
  104. FARAWAY TREE – Finished 10th over 1800m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 6th of December 2025. Will be a shock winner
  105. TOMOE GOZEN – Poor run in 8th over 1800m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 6th of December 2025. Will battle to compete
    Summary: ARKEN (9) has had to settle for second best at her last two but with some weight off the back and her having a couple of these held on form, she could get the job done. OFF TO DUBAI (4) was behind the top choice last time out and there shouldn’t be a lot to choose between them once again. ARTEMISE (6) is another who finished behind the top pick and could have a say in the outcome jumping from a neat gate. NEW PEARL (5) hasn’t been far off them in recent outings and has the form to earn a minor spot here.
    SELECTIONS – ARKEN (9) – OFF TO DUBAI (4) – ARTEMISE (6) – NEW PEARL (5)

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