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R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX D’ERBRAY – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 59,000

  1. CHITCHAT – Made up for 14 December blip when easily winning a 2700m Class C here 10 days later. In less-elevated company this time and is in with a realistic shout of imposing
  2. HISTORIC DAY – 4th in a Bordeaux Class D in mid-December. Has decent Vincennes references but races shod and will have other ambitions
  3. HYDROMEL – Returns to a track he likes after running 5th in a Cagnes Class C a fortnight ago. Eric Raffin in the bike this time but seems to have too much to do
  4. HOLD UP RANAIS – Oddly below-par under similar conditions on 3 January. Has been allocated a good number though, enjoys a fine entry, and can pick up some prizemoney
  5. GUCCI DE BARB – Showed the limit of his capacity when last of 14 in a Class D over track and trip early this month. Has no love for Vincennes and, even racing barefoot, can be passed over
  6. TURE L.A. – Serious nordic raider making Vincennes bow after beating Prix d’Amerique runner Francesco Zet at Solvalla in late-November. Top pilot in the bike here and looks every part the horse to beat
  7. GUMP DU PONCELET – Quality element that took little time getting back to successful ways, dominating a Bordeaux Class D in early-December. Comes here fresh, starts in front and, despite the hike in category, should still acquit himself competitively
  8. FORREST GUMP SET – Has been giving a good account for the most part but lacklustre in last 2. Excellent in last 2 Vincennes starts though and, barefoot for the occasion, should not be ruled out
  9. GLAMOUR YOMA – Went off the boil after completing the hat-trick last summer and will need to get his house in order
  10. GRAZIELA D’EL – Failed to confirm 5 December course-and-distance victory when eliminated over 2700m a fortnight later. Is not ideally-drawn but her form is sure and can play an active role if David Thomain positions her early
  11. FALCO DU HAMEL – 5th at 148-1, a place behind HISTORIC DAY (2), in a Bordeaux Class D in mid-December and is not about to create an upset
  12. NICE PRESENT – Raced better in a Class D under these conditions in early-December than the result would suggest. Has pulled a less-bad number this time and can challenge for a place in the frame
  13. CHESTNUT (SWE) – Got back in the game on Christmas Eve when 4th to CHITCHAT (1) in a 2700m Class C here and Alexandre Abrivard can be confident of another big performance
  14. FERGIE HIGHLAND – Moderate mare with a pair of conditioners in her since the layoff. Goes barefoot this time but still not an obvious choice
  15. CERTAINLY (SWE) – Produced a good run on re-entry here on 27 December. Will have come on for the race, but still faces a stiff test
  16. GOELAND DE JANZE – Would have finished 4th or 5th in a similar event here early this month had she not been eliminated. Did not win the draw-lottery though and looks a minor place prospect at best
    Summary: A first-rate element in his native Sweden, TURE L.A. (6) takes his first steps south of Scandinavia. He will be associated with Mathieu Mottier for the first time, is well-placed in front, and can get straight down to business. That said, he will still be taking on compatriots CHITCHAT (1) who ran out a commanding Class C winner over longer here recently, and CHESTNUT (SWE) (13) who has a particular appreciation for the Vincennes profile. NICE PRESENT (12) left a good impression against younger horses here last month and should prove considerably more productive. GRAZIELA D’EL (10) is never far from faulting but she won smartly over course and distance in early-December and, with application, can again figure prominently.
    SELECTIONS
    TURE L.A. (6) – CHITCHAT (1) – CHESTNUT (SWE) (13) – NICE PRESENT (12)
    C2 – PRIX DE JUVISY – 2200m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Mounted – EUR € 33,000
  17. NO LIMIT DRY – Not an easy horse to handle but showed promise in his October qualification. Has had time to come on and, if behaved, can contest a podium finish
  18. NEW LOOK BERRY – Eliminated in both starts to date, one in each code, and will first need to show some form
  19. NORGUSSON ATALANTE – Never-threatening behind NEWTON DES ANDIERS (6) in a Class D over course and distance, on monte debut, on 9 December. Appears to have too much ground to make up
  20. NECTAR DE LA FYE – Showed marked improvement when 3rd in a Vire Class F early last month. Is unlikely to take Vincennes by storm but in this small field can pick up a first-5 payout
  21. NAUTILIO BELLO – Tricky colt that was quickly eliminated under these conditions on Boxing Day. Is quite obviously talented and can make a big impact if Eric Raffin manages to keep him trotting
  22. NEWTON DES ANDIERS – Highly impressive 2nd in a Class D over course and distance, on debut, on 9 December. Clearly has a bright future and looks primed to lose his maiden tag
  23. NECTAR DE BOMO – Made up for early-December blip when runner-up to an excellent colt over course and distance 2.5 weeks later, and in similar shape, can again figure prominently
    Summary: After a most-promising qualification last October, NEWTON DES ANDIERS (6) put on a fine show under these very conditions first time out, and is easy to fancy for the win. A place behind him that day before faulting here on Boxing Day, NAUTILIO BELLO (5) sports hind pads this time and will have a lot to contribute if he gets off on the right foot. NECTAR DE BOMO (7) got back in the game 3 weeks ago and looks competitive once more.
    SELECTIONS
    NEWTON DES ANDIERS (6) – NAUTILIO BELLO (5) – NECTAR DE BOMO (7) – NO LIMIT DRY (1)
    C3 – PRIX LOUIS CUSSINET – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 33,000
  24. NEED YOU MESLOIS – Disappointing in all 3 starts to date and is unlikely to spring any surprises
  25. NIOKY DE BAILLY – 6th behind NEW MONEY (6) in a 2700m Class D here 2 weeks ago but still has a lot more to find
  26. NANTUS D’AVIGNERE – Distant 5th of 7 in a 2100m Class C here last week. Has yet to show much liking for Vincennes and is unlikely to start now
  27. NO TIME DU DONJON – Placed in 2 of 3 to date, latterly 3rd in an Angers Class F on Sunday, and backs up with a realistic chance of making a big impact
  28. NIMEO FLOWER – Placed in first 2 before being eliminated 10 days ago at Cagnes-sur-Mer. Is patently in tip-top shape and can make first 5 if he takes to the new conditions
  29. NEW MONEY – Looked thoroughly professional when 4th in a 2700m Class D here 2 weeks ago. Returns with morale intact and looks eminently capable of getting off the mark
  30. NAXOS DIBAH – Could have finished closer at Cabourg a fortnight ago had he kept his action together. Is still a good future prospect though and can play a role if he turns
  31. NAOS DES MARETTES – Pleased, although unplaced, in better company here last weekend. Drops back in category, is nicely-engaged, and Alexis Collette will be expecting to capitalise
    Summary: NEW MONEY (6) gave a very good account of himself on his debut over the main track here late last month; he has been learning his trade in good order and could well lose his maiden status this time. Benjamin Rochard will still be keeping a keen eye on NAOS DES MARETTES (8) who raced better over the short course last month than the result might imply and, despite his form-card, is still a major player. NO TIME DU DONJON (4) is a promising colt that will be reined by Eric Raffin for his return to the capital and will be expected to contest the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    NEW MONEY (6) – NAOS DES MARETTES (8) – NO TIME DU DONJON (4) – NAXOS DIBAH (7)
    C4 – PRIX DE LA FERTE BERNARD – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D Amateur Riders – Mounted – EUR € 50,000
  32. JIL – Tricky mare making first appearance since October. Sports pads for the occasion but still not a concern
  33. JACK DES MALBERAUX – Back under the saddle after a pair of harness disappointments and will have nothing to bring to the party
  34. JACK L’EVENTREUR – Debuts in the discipline after some disappointing harness runs here and appears to have no realistic chance
  35. JASMINE DE NEUVY – Returns to racing barefoot after being conditioned here on 21 December. Seldom disappoints when applied and should prove competitive for a place on the podium
  36. JUBLA VIKING – Back in her code of preference after prepping here on Sunday. Races barefoot for the occasion and, while not a priority, cannot be ruled out
  37. IBILI D’OCCAGNES – Gave a reassuringly good account at Le Croise-Laroche but was eliminated on 24 December next time. Is not a contender but should not be entirely written off
  38. JOYEUSE ENTREE – Gave a reassuringly good account when 3rd in a 2175m Class E here 2.5 weeks ago. The good Estelle Croisic in the bike and will be afforded every chance. Place prospect
  39. IMAGE D’HERFRAIE – Has returned to the discipline in good shape, most recently 4th to IKITORI (10) under these conditions on Christmas Eve despite being uneasy of stride. Is unlikely to get her nose in front but is unlikely to be far from the action either
  40. IXOR DE L’ITON – Imposed at Laval prior to running 4th in a 2850m Class D here early last month. Entrusted to Theo Raffin this time and should not be far off the mark
  41. IKITORI – Made up for late-November blip when winning a 2700m Class D with ease here 3 weeks ago, enjoys a good engagement, and Andrea Roussel will be justifiably confident of confirming
  42. JADE DE CASTELLE – Is significantly better than 21 December result would suggest. Boasts solid references over 2700m here and looks a serious proposition
    Summary: IKITORI (10) gave his entourage a fine Christmas present when dominating a Class D under these conditions on 24 December, and a similar performance would see him repeat. Shod to preference this time, JADE DE CASTELLE (11) benefits from a terrific entry and Justin Maillard will be out to make hay. Barefoot following a conditioner, JASMINE DE NEUVY (4) presents super credentials under these conditions and will be expected to finish in the mix, as will JOYEUSE ENTREE (7) who encouraged here late last month.
    SELECTIONS
    IKITORI (10) – JADE DE CASTELLE (11) – JASMINE DE NEUVY (4) – JOYEUSE ENTREE (7)
    C5 – PRIX DE CANTIN – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 41,000
  43. ERGA OMNES PAR – Surprise 5th of 17 in a 2850m Class E here on 28 October. Has not been seen since however and a repeat seems highly unlikely
  44. EMY STECCA – Capable Italian type but has placed just once in 12 main-track starts and can be ruled out
  45. ETOILE DU OZ – Moderate sort with just the one race under her belt since the spell. Is here for reasons of conditioning though and will have other priorities
  46. ESEDOMANI – Handy sort at home in her native Italy. Is clearly in form but in this company will need to find more
  47. KRACOTTE VERGNIER – Comfortable winner at Cagnes before running 2nd to a very good horse here on 1 January. Is clearly in excellent shape and has a realistic chance of imposing
  48. KEVIVE DE MAIL – Somewhat unlucky 4th to KANTARELLE (12) in a Class F over track and trip on Christmas Eve. Mathieu Mottier in the bike for the first time and is worth keeping an eye on
  49. KAMELIYA – Tricky element that gave a good account when 3rd, a place behind KRACOTTE VERGNIER (5), in a 2850m Class F here 2 weeks ago. Sports modified shoeing which should be enough to settle scores. Claim
  50. KELLY D’ERABLE – Returns to racing barefoot after finishing a one-paced 7th in a 2850m Class E here late last month and cannot be discounted
  51. KALIKA DU LEVANT – Useful mare with decent course-and-distance references. Has just the one run in her since the spell but, barefoot this time, is unlikely to disappoint
  52. NICE STEEL – Takes first competitive Vincennes steps after prepping twice at home in Sweden. Front shoes off for the occasion and the engagement of Benjamin Rochard will only work in her favour
  53. KIARA DE LANDEMER – Imposed under harness at Amiens prior to running 2nd in a 2175m monte Class F here on 24 December. Takes on a better class of mare this time and chances appear limited
  54. KANTARELLE – Got back in the winners’ circle on Christmas Eve, easily winning a Class F over course and distance. Has earned the right to step up in category and looks competitive once more
  55. RAGAZZA DU CHENE – Useful on a good day and impressed in last 3 starts over 2700m here. Has not been seen out since October but is competitively-shod, well-engaged, and must not be underestimated
  56. KOH PHI PHI ISLAND – Fine servant that lost her way during the autumn but encouraged at Pontchateau on 21 December. Benefits from a terrific entry, will be similarly-shod, and can pick up some prizemoney if she stays in stride
    Summary: She may not be the calmest horse in the field but KAMELIYA (7) is dynamic when focused and, with pads fitted for the first time, should logically turn the tables on KRACOTTE VERGNIER (5) who just had her measure here on New Year’s Day. KANTARELLE (12) has taken her game to a new level this winter and opened her Vincennes account 3 weeks ago. After a reintroduction run last month, KALIKA DU LEVANT (9) goes first-time barefoot and should be good enough to get in on the action.
    SELECTIONS
    KAMELIYA (7) – KRACOTTE VERGNIER (5) – KANTARELLE (12) – KALIKA DU LEVANT (9)
    C6 – PRIX JEAN-PIERRE REYNALDO – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 52,000
  57. LARIANO – Hardy type making first appearance since early-November. Has previously won a Class A under these conditions, but is unlikely to be given a hard race
  58. LOULOU DAB – Made it 3 in a row when winning a Class C over track and trip unopposed on 28 December. Has bags of untapped potential and it would be no surprise to see him have his way once again
  59. LAHIRE DE NAPPES – Has taken well to Vincennes conditions and was most recently given an easy conditioner. Shod to preference this time and should again prove competitive for a place on the podium
  60. LEGACY JIEL – Serious trotter that ran 2nd under these conditions earlier in the month before subsequently losing it in the stewards’ room. Has been reconfigured and can redeem himself if Benjamin Rochard keeps him out of harm’s way
  61. LEADER D’AIMTE – Game individual that ran 5th to LOUSTIC DE SALOMAX (10) in a 2175m Class C here on 19 December. Sports modified shoeing and one must bear in mind that he is also Gr.3-placed. First 5
  62. LAGNU MAG – Reassured somewhat when 5th in a 2850m Class B here a fortnight ago. Barefoot this time but others still easier to back
  63. LE PRIEURE – Fine element in the monte discipline. In this line-up for a change of scenery and will have nothing to offer
  64. LOBBING DE BLARY – 4th, a place behind LAGNU MAG (6), in a Class B over course and distance late last month, before losing his action next time, but on better behaviour can put things right. Place chance
  65. LE VOYOU D’ALMO – Has 3 runs under his belt since returning to competition, but is preparing for a campaign under the saddle and can be ruled out
  66. LOUSTIC DE SALOMAX – Dynamic since returning to competition in the autumn. Excels over 2700m here and, given the chance, can bring the fight to LOULOU DAB (2)
    Summary: Like a horse transformed over recent weeks, LOULOU DAB (2) trounced a good field here late last month, pulling off the hat-trick. He has progressed for every run and steps further up in category with the 4-timer a distinct possibility. It’s a similar case for LOUSTIC DE SALOMAX (10) who just missed out on his own hat-trick here almost a month ago. Winner of a Gr.3 here in late-November, LAHIRE DE NAPPES (3) will be shod as he was that day and looks a contender once more. LOBBING DE BLARY (8) is very much at home under these conditions and is not incapable of trotting his way into the picture.
    SELECTIONS
    LOULOU DAB (2) – LOUSTIC DE SALOMAX (10) – LAHIRE DE NAPPES (3) – LOBBING DE BLARY (8)
    C7 – PRIX DE BIARRITZ – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 40,000
  67. MALIUM – Showed promise last season but lost his way during the autumn. Races barefoot this time but others still easier to support
  68. MALICIOSO – Produced best Vincennes performance to date when 3rd to MILLE SABORDS DIVO (9) in a 2100m Class E here on New Year’s Day. Eric Raffin keeps the faith and is easy to like for a first-5 cheque
  69. MISTHOS CHRISTAL – Delicate colt but has ample ability. Has yet to deliver at Vincennes but races first-time barefoot and should not be written off
  70. MINUS DE CHENU – Honest type that always gives his best. Is clearly in form but would be preferred at a marginally lower level
  71. MALDRIC D’ECHAL – Good future prospect starting for first time since August and is going to need the run
  72. MAMBO DRY – Made up for 2 straight eliminations when outclassing the opposition in a 2100m Class E here on 20 December. Goes first-time barefoot and climbs the category-ladder, and on good behaviour can wrap this up.
  73. MUST DE CAHOT – Never troubled in late-November when dominating a Class E over course and distance. Bit off a little too much next time, but is plainly in form and with hind shoes off can make a big splash
  74. MORETIME DU CAMPUS – Quality element that has twice gone close recently, has references over course and distance, and it will not be long before he gets his nose back in front
  75. MILLE SABORDS DIVO – Took no time getting back to victorious ways, comfortably securing a 2100m Class E here on New Year’s Day. Appears to be back on the right trajectory and a repeat is not out of the question
    Summary: MAMBO DRY (6) got back in the winners’ circle here last month with a superb run over 2100m and, barefoot for the first time, has every chance of confirming. He will still face resistance from a freshly-configured MUST DE CAHOT (7) who was a commanding winner under these conditions in late-November. It took some time but MILLE SABORDS DIVO (9) came good during the summer, won his first target of the winter and, in similar shape, will be no easy touch. MORETIME DU CAMPUS (8) has been knocking at the door and will be barefoot for his return to the main track.
    SELECTIONS
    MAMBO DRY (6) – MUST DE CAHOT (7) – MILLE SABORDS DIVO (9) – MORETIME DU CAMPUS (8)
    C8 – PRIX DE BERNAY – 2850m (a2m) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 53,000
  76. KENNEDY FRANCE – Quality element that was out of sorts for much of 2025. Is unraced for 2 months and best to hold off
  77. KEMPEL DE GUEZ – Placed in last 2, most recently close 2nd in a 2175m Class D here on 3 January. Has been knocking at the door and can win this if he disposes of KATCHI QUICK (10)
  78. KID PARKER – Complicated but talented sort that lost his action behind KONG D’HOLLOW (12) on re-entry when competitive for a cheque. Is competitively-shod this time and with application will be no pushover
  79. KAISER DES GRANGES – Gave a fine account when 7th to KING GEORGES (9) in a 2700m Class C on 28 December despite never being at his ease, but should more than make amends if kept out of trouble
  80. KRAKEN CASTELETS – Produced some good performances at both Parisian tracks last season but out of the picture in last 2 and must first re-establish his credentials
  81. KHARNAS – Sprang a 36-1 surprise when 4th behind KING GEORGES (9) in 2700m Class C here on 28 December. Faces a much tougher challenge this time and can be passed over
  82. KARMA – Showed improvement when 5th behind KING GEORGES (9) in 2700m Class C here on 28 December, but will need to find more this time
  83. KOALA BLUE – Starts for first time in almost 2 months when 2nd in a 2100m Class C here. Cannot be considered a priority but always gives his best and has a reasonable chance of getting a look in
  84. KING GEORGES – Has left his woes in the past since starting to race barefoot, latterly 2nd in a 2700m Class C here on 28 December, and should play another active role
  85. KATCHI QUICK – Fine servant that came close under these conditions last winter. Will be fit by now and looks primed to add another win to his tally
  86. KOMPANY VINCENT – Runs barefoot for first time in Paris after placing in a Cagnes Class C last month, but still appears to be taking on too much
  87. KONG D’HOLLOW – Made short work of his re-entry run when comfortable winner of a 2700m Class C here on 19 December. Is better than most here and, shod or not, is never to be underestimated
  88. KISS ME SIMON – Placed in 2 before failing to fire on 1 December. Is just 20 Euros from elimination though and must not be overlooked
    Summary: Put away last February after his winter campaign, KATCHI QUICK (10) has a pair of conditioners in him by now, sports modified shoeing, and has every chance of bringing home the bacon this time. Theo Duvaldestin will still be mindful of KAISER DES GRANGES (4) who was not the most fortunate here late last month, and KEMPEL DE GUEZ (2) who is clearly close to his race. The excellent KONG D’HOLLOW (12) won smartly on his comeback and even with shoes fitted can get in on the action.
    SELECTIONS
    KATCHI QUICK (10) – KAISER DES GRANGES (4) – KEMPEL DE GUEZ (2) – KONG D’HOLLOW (12)
    R3 ANGERS [R-H]

C1 – PRIX TRIODE DE FELLIERE – 3125m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 17,500

  1. LUMIERE DU TREZON – Yet to win a race but did finish 5th in Class F at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 5 January. Others make more apeal
  2. LADY MAURE – Hs some fair form and finshed 5th in Class F at Argentan over 2875m on 8 January. More is needed to score
  3. LANA DES LANDES – Has yet to win a race and finished tenthin Class F at Argentan ver 2875m on 10 January. Needs makor improvement to win
  4. LA FLEUR JIBAY – Not reliable and finished 7th in class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 21 December. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  5. L’AGATHE VAUCEENNE – Uneliable and finished tenth in Class F at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 5 January. Others are preferred
  6. LA RIVER D’ECCAM – Finished unplaced only four day ago at this course over 3125m. Unreliable and needs to do more to beat these rivals
  7. LOUVIANA – Off form and finished 9th in class F at Saint-Malo over 2950m on 8 July. Could need this run returning from a break
  8. LHASSA – Only modest of late and finished 6th in Class F at Argentan over 2875m on 8 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  9. LYSSA DU SKY – Unreliable and finished 6th in Class F at Argentan over 2875m on 8 January. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  10. LUTECE DE L’ITON – Disqualified in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 22 December. Hard to trust but might play a minor role
  11. LISBETH DE BANNES – Disqualified in class F at Pontchateau over 2800m on 21 December. Very hard to trust and is best watched for now
  12. LA LA LAND – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in class F at Le Mans over 2950m on 15 December. Won only previous start unshod
  13. L’AVENTURE D’ANSY – A winner of her last two starts, the latest in class F at Vire over 2800m on 7 December. Can complete the hat-trick
  14. LOVE TO RUN – Has improved of late and finished fourth in class F at Argentan over 2875m on 23 December. Can be competitive
  15. LIBRE SAUTONNE – Holding form and finished fourth in class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 27 December. Has claims of winning
  16. LOUVE DE CHANLECY – Victorious in a class F at Saint-Brieuc over 3150m on 5 December. Not easy to trust but is capable of being successful
    Summary: An open race. LOUVE DE CHANLECY (16) is not reliable but did win at Saint-Brieuc over a similar distance and can follow up if in the same mood. LIBRE SAUTONNE (15) is consistent and was not disgraced at Vincennes last month so must be given consideration. LOVE TO RUN (14) has shown improvement of late and can be in the mix of things once again. LA LA LAND (12) is another one that can be given some consideration.
    SELECTIONS
    LOUVE DE CHANLECY (16) – LIBRE SAUTONNE (15) – LOVE TO RUN (14) – LA LA LAND (12)
    C2 – PRIX KING BLACK – 3125m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 17,500
  17. L’AS DU PERCHE – Showed some improvement when runner-up in a Class F mounted race at Chateaubriant over2400m on 5 January. Better under the saddle and others are prefered
  18. LAZIO DES TOUCHES – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest in Class F at Nantes over 3000m on 16 December. Can surprise if staying on the trot
  19. LOOK DES LANDES – Disqualified last time out in Class F at Nantes over 3000m on 16 December. Hard to trust and others are preferred
  20. LORD PAGUERIE – Not disgraced when 5th in Class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 21 December. More is needed to score
  21. LADISLAS DU CANET – Disqualified in class F at Argentan over 2875m on 14 December. Can contest the finish when staying on the trot
  22. LEADER DE LA FERME – Unreliable but was fourth in Class F at Chatauereux over 2900m on 24 August. Could need this run returning from a break
  23. L’IRLANDAIS – Disqualified last time out in Class F at Frenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 21 December. Others make more appeal
  24. LAVATER GEDE – Disqualified in two starts in a row, the latest in class F at Caen over 2450m on 20 September. Likely to need this run returning from a break
  25. LUCKY LUKE DANOVER – Has some fair form and finished 4th in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 22 October. Could earn some minor money
  26. LABEL DE CHENU – Unreliable and finished 6th in a Class F mounted race at Cordemais over 2825m on 4 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  27. LOUJYO VITA – Did not show his best when 7th in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 22 December. Capable of doing better and has claims
  28. L’ARTISTE DE BOMO – Disqualified in class E at Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 26 October. Returns from a break but can contest the finish
  29. LODEN D’HERFRAIE – Not reliable and finished 7th in Class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 3 January. Might play a minor role at very best
  30. LOTUS MADRIK – Victorious in two of last three starts, the latest in Class F at Nantes over 3000m on 7 December. Has improved of late and can win again
    Summary: A solid winner at Nantes last month, LOTUS MADRIK (14) boasts a good record of one win and one second place in two starts over right-handed tracks. He looks a solid candidate here and can be retained ahead of L’ARTISTE DE BOMO (12) who is off since end of October but runs without hind shoes, so must be fit and ready. LOUJYO VITA (11) is well entered on the front row and should be close to his peak form after two comeback runs. Barefoot for the first time and entrusted to Yoann Lebourgeois, LADISLAS DU CANET (5) cannot be ruled out.
    SELECTIONS
    LOTUS MADRIK (14) – L’ARTISTE DE BOMO (12) – LOUJYO VITA (11) – LADISLAS DU CANET (5)
    C3 – PRIX JEAN MARY – 3125m (a2m) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 26,000
  31. KENOBI D’HERFRAIE – Has improved of late and finished third in a class E mounted race at Saint-Brieuc over 3150m on 5 December. Be right there at the finish
  32. JEDEO DES VAUX – Disqualified in a class F harness race at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 16 December. Hard to trust and others are preferred
  33. HIER ENCORE – Has really struggled of late and finished 10th in a class F mounted race at Mont-de-Marsan over 2875m on 18 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  34. IANINA DES BORDES – Battling to find best form and finished 6th in a class F mounted race at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 30 November. More is needed to score
  35. INFINITIF D’ERABLE – In good shape and finished third in a Class F mounted race at Cabourg over 2750m on 2 January. Could be a threat again
  36. KWARTZ SIBEY – Showed improvement and was runner-up in a class D mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 21 December. Can go one place better
  37. GIRLY D’HUON – Did not show her best when 10th in a class D harness race at Pontchateau over 2800m on 21 December. Might earn some money back under the saddle
  38. JIHERE DU PORET – Only modest of late and finished fifth in a class E mounted race at Cabourg over 2750m on 8 December. Reverts to barefoot and could earn some money
  39. IRON BIRD DEVOL – Victorious in a class E mounted race at Pontchateau over 2800m on 21 December. Not reliable but can follow up
  40. JUST BIRD – Showed improvement and was a winner in a class F mounted race at Mont-de-Marsan over 2875m on 18 December. Keeps that shoeing and could double up
  41. JAMAIQUE DAIRPET – Very consistent and was runner-up in a class E harness race at Pontchateau over 2800m on 21 December. Can contest the finish again
    Summary: KWARTZ SIBEY (6) looked good when runner-up at Vincennes on his first start in the mounted code. He has it all to prove going right-hand but remains a solid chance. KENOBI D’HERFRAIE (1) is very consistent and expected to feature prominently once again. JUST BIRD (10) is back on song as shows his last winning start and must be given plenty of consideration. The consistent JAMAIQUE DAIRPET (11) is one to watch closely back in a mounted race after few good runs in the other code.
    SELECTIONS
    KWARTZ SIBEY (6) – KENOBI D’HERFRAIE (1) – JUST BIRD (10) – JAMAIQUE DAIRPET (11)
    C4 – PRIX GAUTIER DE LA SELLE – 3125m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 26,000
  42. JESABELLE DU JOUR – Disqualified last time out in Class E at Borseaix-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 8 January. Can earn some money when smart
  43. IVOIRE D’AUTHISE – Off form and was unplaced in Class F at Cordemais over 2825m on 4 January. Needs major improvement to win
  44. ILLICO FLIGNY – Only modest of late and finished 7th in Class F at Nantes over 3000m on 16 Decenber. Others make more appeal
  45. ILOWA D’OHARA – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest at Laval over 2850m on 7 December. More is needed to win this race
  46. JULIO DU RIB – Has some fair form and finished 5th in Class F at Graignes over 2725m on 30 December. Should be competitive
  47. JAG DE ROZEVIC – Disqualified twice in last three starts, the latest at Graignes over 2725m on 20 November. Hard to trust and others ae preferred
  48. JUNON DES ROSES – Victorious in a class G at Argentan over 2800m on 14 December. Not reliable but might well follow up
  49. JOKER DE LA BRETTE – Did not show his best when unplaced in class F at Vire over 2825m on 7 December. Remains barefoot and can be a threat when smart
  50. INDIRISS – Off form and finished 9th in class F at Nantes over 3000m on 16 December. Remains barefoot but needs major improvement to score
  51. ISIS DU CORTA – In good shape and was fourth in class F at Nantes over 3000m on 16 December. Might play a minor role at very best
  52. HELIOS BONBON – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class E at Cabourg over 2725m on 2 January. Tries barefoot but others make more appeal
  53. GISARO – Unreliable and was unplaced in Class D at Vincennes over 2850m on 12 December. Has claims on best form
  54. HIRIUS DE GUEZ – Unreliable and finished 6th in a Class E mounted race at Le Croise-Laroche over 2825m on 15 December. More is needed to beat these rivals
  55. IZZIE D’ERONVILLE – Finished 7th in class F at Nantes over 3000m on 16 December. Capable of doing better and has a place chance
  56. ISERE – Not reliable but was runner-up in class D at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 22 December. Can contest the finish
  57. HORN – Unreliable and finished 7th in a class E at Caen over 2450m on 15 November. Capable of doing better and is not out of it
  58. IRONIE DE CHENU – A winner of a class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 12 November. Hard to trust but can not be ruled out
    Summary: JOKER DE LA BRETTE (8) posted a below-par effort last time out and is best judged on his previous winning performance at Vire on 9 November. He gets a tentative vote here ahead of JULIO DU RIB (5) who has made the frame in both previous runs at this course. ISERE (15) is always very effective when racing barefoot and must be shortlisted. GISARO (12) ran well in his only previous outing over the course & distance and is another that is hard to rule out for top honors.
    SELECTIONS
    JOKER DE LA BRETTE (8) – JULIO DU RIB (5) – ISERE (15) – GISARO (12)
    C5 – PRIX ROSSIGNOL & ASSOCIES – 2350m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 26,000
  59. KAMIL VAN HALBEEK – Successful in Class E at Cahteaubrian over 3025m on 5 January. Not reliable but is quite capable of doubling up
  60. JADESKA – Not reliable and finished 5th in a claimer at Vincennes over 2100m on 9 January. More is needed to win this race
  61. JUST HAUFOR – Did not show his best when 11th in Class F at Cabourg over 2750m on 8 December. In good form before that and is not out of it
  62. KARAIELLA BOND – Successful in Class E at Vincennes over 2850m on 28 December. Very unreliable but can earn some money
  63. JAZZ VERONE – Not reliable but did finish 5th in Class D at Vire over 2800m on 7 December. More is needed to win this race
  64. KEOPS BEGONIA – Finished 5th in class D at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2400m on 19 December. Does well going right-handed and can score
  65. KELLER DE L’ITON – Victorious in Class E at Vincennes over 2850m on 26 December. In very good shape and should fight out the finish
  66. KOH I NOOR – Showed improvement and was runner-up in class C at Vincennes over 2850m on 20 February. Likely to need this run returning from a break
  67. KAZA ROCK – Finished 11th in Class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 6 December. Unreliable and needs to do more to score
  68. KASH QUICK – Needed the last run when 11th in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 14 November. Fitter this time and can score
  69. JETLAG DE BEAUFOUR – Finished 7th in Class E at Cabourg over 2725m on 2 January. Capable of an upset on best form so must be respected
  70. KORSIKO – Unreliable but was runner-up in class E at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2400m on 30 November. Can go one place better
  71. JEWELKIM – Disqualified last time out in a Class E mounted race at Vincennes over 2200m on 30 December. In good form before that and is not out of it
  72. KALAMITY DE CHENU – Inreliable and finished 9th in a Group 3 mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 3 January. A winner before that and has claims
    Summary: KASH QUICK (10) is not back at the top of his game yet but he has enough ability to win a race like this, in particular without hind shoes. He can be retained ahead of KELLER DE L’ITON (7), who is always very effective over right-handed courses. KEOPS BEGONIA (6) boasts solid credentials over short distances and is worth a good look in. JEWELKIM (13) posted an impressive performance at Cabourg mi-December and will be one to closely monitor.
    SELECTIONS
    KASH QUICK (10) – KELLER DE L’ITON (7) – KEOPS BEGONIA (6) – JEWELKIM (13)
    C6 – PRIX ALBERT VIEL – 2350m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 20,000
  73. MILKSHAKE – Has improved of late and finished third in class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 22 December. Races without shoes and could contest the finish
  74. MENTOR DU BOUILLON – Disqualified last time out at Graignes over 2725m on 30 December. Battling to find best form and others are preferred
  75. MON ROI – Has struggled of late and finished 8th in Class E at Arhentan over 2875m on 23 December. Yet to win ant others make more appeal
  76. MALICIEUX A JOJO – Has some fair form and finished fifth at Le Mans over 2200m on 15 December. Can be competitive this time
  77. MENTOR DE VILLABON – Disqualified last time out at Vincennes over 2700m on 29 December. Capable of winning when staying on the trot
  78. MEDOC DES GLENAN – Did not show his best when 7th in class F at Mont-de-Marsan over 2875m on 18 December. Capable of making the frame
  79. MOGADOR – Consistent so far and finished third in class C at Royan La Palmyre over 2475m on 4 May. Returns from a break and could need this run
  80. MON CARAT TONIQUE – Continues to shine and was third in class F over this course and distance on 8 December. Big chance on this line-up
  81. MARVEL – Unreliable and finished tenth in Class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 28 October. Returns from a break but could be the surprise package of the race
  82. MAJOR DE LARRE – Has struggled so far and finished unplaced in Class G at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 23 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  83. MISTER DES GLENAN – Unreliable and finished 11th in Class F at Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 2 November. Might just need this run
  84. MAN ON THE MOON – A winner of a class G at Nantes over 3000m on 7 December. Improving and is quite capable of doubling up
    Summary: MON CARAT TONIQUE (8) has been very consistent since the start of his career and must have the required ability to overcome his poor draw behind the car. Lightly shod this time around, he should be hard to beat. MAN ON THE MOON (12) was a sound winner on his first run for trainer Jean-Philippe Monclin and has plenty more to offer. MENTOR DE VILLABON (5) boasts some solid form and cannot be dismissed in a race of this nature. MILKSHAKE (1) runs barefoot and has an interesting progressive profile.
    SELECTIONS
    MON CARAT TONIQUE (8) – MAN ON THE MOON (12) – MENTOR DE VILLABON (5) – MILKSHAKE (1)
    C7 – PRIX NEW STAR – 2350m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 20,000
  85. MONIA SEVEN – In good shape and was third in class F at Cabourg over 2750m on 6 December. Can contest the finish once again
  86. MADO – Unreliable and was 10th in a class E mounted race at Vincennes over 2200m on 11 December. Tries barefoot and could suprise
  87. MALINKA DE GENNES – Has struggled of late and finished 9th in class E at Le Mans over 2200m on 15 December. Tries barefoot but others make more appeal
  88. MISS BABY DU SURF – Unreliable and finished 8th in Class D at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 10 September. Could need this run returning from a break
  89. MONEY DU CHATELET – Consistent and finished fourth in class E at Le Mans over 2200m on 15 December. Has claims to win a race of this nature
  90. MILONGA DU CHENE – Showed improvement when runner-up in class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 16 December. Tries barefoot and can go one better
  91. MAQUENZA DU BOCAGE – Disqualified in class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 8 December. Had two good wins before that and is not out of it if smart
  92. MIDNIGHT CHENU – Not reliable and finished 8th in class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 25 October. Capable of making the frame
  93. MIA STEJELO – Has some fair form and finished fourth in Class F at Graignes over 2700m on 12 December. Can be competitive in this line-up
  94. MOETE DE BELFOND – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in class E at Argentan over 2800m on 23 December. Has a place chance
    Summary: MILONGA DU CHENE (6) left a positive visual impression at Cabourg last time out and was runner-up to a smart filly, without having the best of run. She looks the one to side with here racing without her shoes. MONEY DU CHATELET (5) is well entered and runs without hind shoes so warrants the utmost respect. She can make amends for her last below-par effort. MAQUENZA DU BOCAGE (7) can make the frame is she stays in stride. MIDNIGHT CHENU (8) hinted at ability last year and is not without a chance.
    SELECTIONS
    MILONGA DU CHENE (6) – MONEY DU CHATELET (5) – MAQUENZA DU BOCAGE (7) – MIDNIGHT CHENU (8)
    C8 – PRIX GELINOTTE – 2350m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 18,500
  95. NELSON DE CHANLECY – Disqualified on debut in class E at Mont-de-Marsan over 2875m on 26 October. Returns from a break but is capable of improvement and is not out of it
  96. NEWCASH DE PHYT’S – Disqualified in a class D mounted race at Vincennes over 2200m on 26 December. Not easy to trust but can get involved with the finish
  97. NAUSICAA – Disqualified on debut in Class F at Argentan over 2875m on 8 January. Needs major improvement to score
  98. NORTHWOOD – Victorious in class F at Argentan over 2150m on 14 December. Disqualified on debut but can double up
  99. NERPRUN – A runner-up on debut in class F at Argentan over 2150m on 14 December. Should be right there at the finish once again
  100. NIARKOS DU CEBE – Showed good improvement when runner-up in Class F at Argentan over 2875m on 10 January. Can go one place better
    Summary: NORTHWOOD (4) outclassed his rivals last month at Argentan and in similar form will take a power of beating once again. NELSON DE CHANLECY (1) posted an impressive and promising first start effort and with improvement likely, looks the biggest danger to the selection. NIARKOS DU CEBE (6) posted a nice late finish effort in his last outing and should be be underestimated. back in a harness race, NEWCASH DE PHYT’S (2) is worth a good mention.
    SELECTIONS
    NORTHWOOD (4) – NELSON DE CHANLECY (1) – NIARKOS DU CEBE (6) – NEWCASH DE PHYT’S (2)
    R4 CAGNES-SUR-MER [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LA BOCCA – 2000m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Newcomers – Flat – EUR € 21,000

  1. DSCHINGIS NECKARA – Filly by Dschingis Secret, the dam won 1 race in Germany. Nice profile and she is one to pay close attention to in the betting exchanges
  2. BELLOUNIA – Filly by Wooded, the dam won 1 race. Should improve for this debut run. The betting can be the most informative guide to expected performance
  3. PINCOYA – Filly by Cloth Of Stars, the dam won 2 races. Likely to stay well judged on her pedigree and she is worth a market check
  4. EXELMANS – Filly by Blek, the dam won 1 race. Her trainer has two in the race, and this could be the second-string unless the betting market is positive
  5. DAMIETTA – Unraced by Almanzor, the dam won 2 races. Her half-brother Duke Of Hazzard, won at Listed and a Group 3 class. Can be expected to know what is required and can feature
  6. HARMONIZE – Unraced by Toronado, the dam won on her sole start over 1900m. Should improve for this debut run unless the betting says otherwise
  7. SUNDARA – Filly by Justify, the dam was unraced. Full sister to Starry Night ( placed in a Grade 3 in the USA). Taking pedigree and worth watching in the betting market
  8. ASTIRA – Filly by Persian King, the dam won 1 race. Stable runners are nicely tuned and she can get off the mark on her first day at school
    Summary: ASTIRA (8) looks smart on pedigree and should be well-tuned by her connections. She comes from the Jerome Reynier operation and reads well on paper. Her chief threat could be DAMIETTA (5), a half-sister to the classy Duke Of Hazzard, a Group 2 and Listed winner, and she is one to watch closely in the betting market. DSCHINGIS NECKARA (1) has a nice profile, with her dam having won a race in Germany. PINCOYA (3) completes the shortlist and is one to watch for the future.
    SELECTIONS
    ASTIRA (8) – DAMIETTA (5) – DSCHINGIS NECKARA (1) – PINCOYA (3)
    C2 – PRIX ACE IMPACT – 2000m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Newcomers – Flat – EUR € 21,000
  9. PURPLE BAY – Gelding by Zarak, the dam ran a few times on the flat. Should know what is required on his first day at school. Worth a market check
  10. HEAVEN’S STARKY – Colt by Waldpfad, the dam won 3 races. Should improve for this debut run unless the betting market is lively
  11. SULLY – Gelding by Chachnak, the dam won 1 race. From a respected trainer who will have this newcomer well prepared. Monitor the betting patterns
  12. HORDEARII – Gelding by Weltstar, the dam was placed on her sole start. Respected trainer who can ready one to do well on debut. The betting can be the most informative guide
  13. FARES – Colt by Flintshire, the dam won 4 races. Likely to step forward from this run and is one to watch in the betting for clues
  14. TOWER OF TRIPOLI – Colt by Complexity, the dam was unraced. Stable runners are nicely tuned, and this colt can play a leading role
  15. BAVAROIS – Gelding by Wooded, the dam was unraced. Should improve from this debut, and he is one to watch in the betting exchanges
  16. WAIT TO WIN – Gelding by Postponed, the dam never raced. From a respected trainer who knows the time of day. The betting can be the most informative guide
  17. TERRITOIRE – Gelding by Flintshire, the dam ran a few times. Stable runners are not known for scoring at the first time of asking. Best watched on opening run
  18. ADICCION – Colt by Toronado, the dam won 1 race. Improvement can be expected for this run and the betting patterns can be informative
  19. COSMIC BOY – Colt by De Treville, the dam never raced. Stable runners tend to improve for a run or two and he is one to watch for any market moves
  20. ARMANO – Colt by Waldgeist, the dam won 2 races and was Listed placed. From a leading stable that does well with newcomers. Bold show expected
  21. FRANKISH – Colt by Lope De Vega, the dam won 3 races, including a Group 3 and the 1000 Guineas (Group 1) at Newmarket. He will know his job and is hard to rule out
    Summary: ARMANO (12) has a taking profile and is from a leading stable that does well with newcomers. He will know what is required and is given the nod over FRANKISH (13), who looks good on paper. His dam was a top-class mare who won the English 1000 Guineas (Group 1), and this colt will be well prepared. TOWER OF TRIPOLI (6)is another to watch in the betting for any support. SULLY (3) is from a stable that does well with newcomers and could be the best of the remainder.
    SELECTIONS
    ARMANO (12) – FRANKISH (13) – TOWER OF TRIPOLI (6) – SULLY (3)
    C3 – PRIX HENRI VERAN – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 14,600
  22. MOPSO – Finished 5th on the latest start over 3200m at Le Mans in a conditions race on November 17th, and placed 3rd before that. Player
  23. LAMIRAL DARHAAN – Credible 5th over 2000m in a conditions race at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on January 5th. Merits close attention
  24. PURBRIGHT DRALLIV – Placed 4th on his last three runs, the most recent over 2500m in a handicap at Deauville on December 13th. Unlikely to be a threat
  25. LE TYCOON – Several unplaced runs of late, the latter over 3200m at Chantilly in a handicap on December 27th. Might find a few too smart
  26. YOGUI – He has been 2nd on his last four starts, the most recent over 2400m at Pornichet on January 3rd in a conditions race. Key chance t
  27. ZODD – Fair 4th over 1900m at Deauville in a handicap on December 30th on the last start. Among the leading contenders
  28. VOLT – Two unplaced runs so far, well beaten over 2200m in a claimer at Dieppe on June 14th. Others seem better equipped
  29. MAGIC LE DUN – Unplaced on the sole start over 2000m at Lyon Parilly on September 9th. Vast progress is required to make the frame
  30. PROPRE SOEUR – Ran well to be 3rd over 2400m at Salon Provence in a Class 4 handicap on November 27th. Capable of being competitive
  31. QUEEN D’AUNOU – She has been placed on five of her six starts, 3rd on the most recent over 3200m in a handicap at Chantilly on December 27th. Has each way claims
  32. ROSE OF MONTREUX – Three unplaced runs, the latter over 2150m at Lyon La Soie in a maiden race on December 1st. Looks of limited talent
    Summary: YOGUI (5) has been knocking hard at the door with four second place-efforts of late. His latest was over 2400m at Pornichet in a conditions race early this month. He can edge this over MOPSO (1), who has shown enough and was a fair fifth in a conditions race at Le Mans in mid-November. ZODD (6) has been placed several times and is hard to rule out of the top three. QUEEN D’AUNOU (10) looks best of the remainder.
    SELECTIONS
    YOGUI (5) – MOPSO (1) – ZODD (6) – QUEEN D’AUNOU (10)
    C4 – PRIX DES COQUELICOTS – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 16,300
  33. ILE AUX ROSES – Won on her last start over 2100m in a maiden at Pornichet on January 3rd last time out. Ought to be thereabouts
  34. DELIRE D’AMOUR – Finished 5th at Lyon La Soie in a claimer over 1800m on December 5th. Might find a few of these to smart
  35. MISTY CITY – Ran well to be 3rd at Deauville on January 2nd over 1300m in a claiming race. Won over 1500m in a handicap in November at Chantilly. Leading contender
  36. MAC TYSON – Five unplaced runs, 5th at Clairefontaine on August 6th over 1600m in a claiming race. Hard to recommend
  37. TOMOE GOZEN – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 1400m at Deauville on December 17th in a handicap. Outside place contender
  38. ANAHEIM – Has shown talent in only four runs, 5th over 2000m in a maiden at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on January 4th. One to keep onside
  39. FELDAFING – Two unplaced runs so far, the latter over 2000m in a maiden at Pau on December 26th. Hardly inspiring
  40. LA MARITZA – Finished 4th over 1300m in a claimer at Deauville on December 22nd. Capable of making her presence felt
  41. CAPITOL HILL – Nice effort to be 3rd over 2000m in a claimer at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on January 4th. Hard to rule out
  42. KHENOU CHOPE – Unraced filly by Gutaifan, the dam won 1 race. Likely to need this experience unless the betting says otherwise
  43. VICTORIA SECRET – Three unplaced runs so far, the most recent over 1600m in a maiden at Clairefontaine on August 2nd. Looks vulnerable
  44. SPARKS OF LOVE – Credible 5th over 2000m in a handicap at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on January 5th. Among the leading each way angles
    Summary: MISTY CITY (3) shaped well when third at Deauville earlier this month in a claiming race over 1300m, the step up in trip should not be too much of a concern, as she won over 1500m in November. She faces a live challenger in LA MARITZA (8), who was fourth over 1300m in a claimer last time out in late December at Deauville. SPARKS OF LOVE (12) looks like the safe option for the each way enthusiasts. CAPITOL HILL (9) is also worth considering.
    SELECTIONS
    MISTY CITY (3) – LA MARITZA (8) – SPARKS OF LOVE (12) – CAPITOL HILL (9)
    C5 – PRIX DE L’ESTRAGON – 1500m (a7f1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming – Flat – EUR € 15,400
  45. ROMANELLO – Not disgraced in 7th spot over 2000m at Pau in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 9th of January 2025. Could upset on best form
  46. THE DOCTOR – Not seen to best effect in 16th over 1900m at Deauville in a divided handicap on the 30th of December 2025. Better than last and should run well
  47. LUNANERA – Pleasing run in 3rd spot over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a claimer on the 21st of December 2025. Will be involved at the finish
  48. SILVER ARROW – Finished 9th behind reopposing sorts over 1300m at Deauville in a claimer on the 30th of December 2025. Unlikely to mount a challenge
  49. TALISMAN TOUCH – Lackluster run in 7th over 1350m at Angers in a Class 4 claimer on the 20th of May 2025. Returns off a lengthy layoff and others make more appeal
  50. CREW DRAGON – Runner up over 1300m at Deauville in a Class 3 claimer on the 30th of December 2025. Strong winning chance
  51. SELF SOLUTION – Poor performance in 10th over 2000m in Germany on the 26th of October 2025. Back on French soil and more will be needed to feature
  52. EURIALO – Finished 9th over 2400m at Pau in a Class 4 claimer on the 9th of January 2025. Faces an uphill task to challenge here
  53. PASAND – Runner up over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a claimer on the 8th of December 2025. Can sneak into a minor spot
  54. HERMES WOOD – Solid run in 3rd over 1900m at Deauville in a claimer on the 23rd of December 2025. One to include in all bets
  55. FRANKINI – Finished 5th over 1500m at Deauville in a claimer on the 23rd of December 2025. Capable of showing improvement to earn
  56. WHILAND – Dismal run in 13th over 1300m at Deauville in a Class 3 claimer on the 30th of December 2025. Will be a surprise winner
    Summary: CREW DRAGON (6) arrives in solid hard knocking form and is a leading contender for top honors. He could start 2026 on a winning note. THE DOCTOR (2) is a lot better than what he managed to produce last time out and on his penultimate run when winning, he will be in with a serious chance. LUNANERA (3) just found a couple too good as he tried to go back to back and is another who will be very dangerous in this contest. HERMES WOOD (10) is in the right space at the moment and with a bit of luck in transit, he will go close to adding another win to his cv.
    SELECTIONS
    CREW DRAGON (6) – THE DOCTOR (2) – LUNANERA (3) – HERMES WOOD (10)
    C6 – PRIX DE TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP – 3200m (a2m) – TURF – Class 3 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 24,000
  57. NO BAY – Solid run in 3rd over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 3 handicap on the 16th of December 2025. Capable of earning here
  58. TIAMOWAY – Poor run in 10th over 2400m at Salon-De-Provence in a handicap on the 27th of November 2025. Better than latest and can earn
  59. AVERNES – Moderate run in 8th over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 3 handicap on the 16th of December 2025. Can run into the money
  60. MOURAT – Finished a fair 5th over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 2nd of January 2025. Include in all bets
  61. GOLDEN BLUSH – Not disgraced in 5th spot over 2400m at Pau in a handicap on the 26th of December 2025. Should be in the shake up
  62. SHALAA DANCER – Failed to finish over 3500m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a divided handicap hurdle on the 15th of December 2025. Hard to fancy back on the flat
  63. RELY ON OLD SPORT – Not beaten far in 6th over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Claimer on the 12th of November 2025. Others preferred
  64. BARBADIN – Not seen to best effect in 12th spot over 3200m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 11th of December 2025. Should challenge off current mark
  65. BONNY WAY – Winner over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 8th of December 2025. Big runner
  66. KIND OF STAR – Finished 5th over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 21st of December 2025. Others make more appeal
  67. ORLHENA – Finished last of six over 3150m at Lyon Parilly in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 7th of October 2025. Will be a shock winner
  68. ZILCOVER – Comfortable winner over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a divided handicap on the 5th of January 2025. Each way claims
  69. AMOR A MANI – No type of effort in 13th over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided limited handicap on the 30th of December 2025. Hard to recommend
  70. ALGECIRAS – Beaten out of sight in 7th over 2500m at Nancy in a Class 4 value claiming handicap on the 30th of November 2025. Will battle to feature
    Summary: BARBADIN (8) needs to be forgiven for his latest outing when failing to put his best foot forward and is one that can show a form turnaround here of a mark that he should challenge off. BONNY WAY (9) brings winning form to the table and despite rising in class, she should be in with a bright chance over a suitable trip. ZILCOVER (12) won over this trip four starts back before winning over shorter last time out and should have every chance of landing the spoils here. TIAMOWAY (2) is a lot better than his latest outing and if staying the trip then he will be a factor.
    SELECTIONS
    BARBADIN (8) – BONNY WAY (9) – ZILCOVER (12) – TIAMOWAY (2)
    C7 – PRIX DU SERPOLET – 2150m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,200
  71. DEUXMILLE – Poor performance in 10th over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a maiden on the 8th of December 2025. Will struggle to land a blow
  72. GOT FLOWER – Finished a clear 4th over 2400m at Nantes in a handicap on the 1st of November 2025. Has the right type of form and should go well
  73. PEARL SPIRIT – Pleasing run in 4th over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a maiden on the 8th of November 2025. Will be in the shake up
  74. SCARLET VALENTINE – Finished 4th over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a handicap on the 18th of November 2025. Can earn a cheque
  75. HOWABOUTHATNOW – Comfortably beaten in 8th spot over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a handicap on the 16th of December 2025. Will be a surprise winner
  76. MR HARPIN – Finished 6th over 1900m at Deauville in a divided handicap on the 30th of December 2025. Unlikely winner here
  77. RUE DE L’ODEON – Dismal run in 15th over 1900m at Deauville in a divided handicap on the 30th of December 2025. Hard to recommend
  78. AMANDINES – Poor display in 14th over 1900m at Deauville in a divided handicap on the 28th of November 2025. One to pass by
  79. MAHJOUBA – Far from disgraced in 4th spot over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 handicap on the 4th of January 2026. Can sneak into the money
  80. CAPE OF FLAMES – Finished 3rd over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a maiden on the 5th of January 2026. Goes handicapping and should go close
  81. MIAIMAOU – Finished 8th over 2150m at Lyon La Soie in a handicap on the 1st of December 2025. Long standing maiden who needs to do more to win
  82. MIL’LEZ HYMME – No show in 10th over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in maiden on the 5th of January 2025. Hard to fancy
  83. EASTMAN – Fair effort in 7th over 2400m at Lyon La Soie in a handicap on the 7th of December 2025. Can run into the money
  84. BAI TU LONG – Held in 12th spot over 2400m at Lyon La Soie in a handicap on the 7th of December 2025. Others inspire more confidence
    Summary: CAPE OF FLAMES (10) has been improving with racing and should love this test of going handicapping for the first time. She is open to improvement and should have a lot more to offer. GOT FLOWER (2) has hit her straps quite nicely again and who could go back to back with confidence on her side. PEARL SPIRIT (3) has had a number of chances to get it right but continues to find one to beat here. She will be involved at the finish once again. EASTMAN (13) isn’t the most reliable sort but has bits and pieces of form which will see him being competitive.
    SELECTIONS
    CAPE OF FLAMES (10) – GOT FLOWER (2) – PEARL SPIRIT (3) – EASTMAN (13)
    C8 – PRIX DES VALLIERES – 2150m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 24,000
  85. SIGTUNA – Average run in 8th over 2500m at Deauville in a divided handicap on the 13th of December 2025. Work cut out in this class
  86. NOUS Y SOMMES – Runner up over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 3 on the 6th of December 2025. Bright winning chance
  87. ALMAROMY – Well beaten in 5th spot over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a handicap on the 21st of December 2025. Hard to fancy
  88. CORTELLA – Finished 3rd behind a reopposing sort over 1900m at Deauville in a claimer on the 17th of December 2025. Should be in the shake up
  89. SENONNIAN – Solid performance in 3rd spot over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a handicap on the 8th of December 2025. Include in all bets
  90. TULPAR – Fair effort in 5th over 2000m at Salon De Provence in a Class 1 on the 27th of November 2025. Open to improvement
  91. BEETLEJUICE – Moderate run in 9th over 1900m at Deauville in a divided handicap on the 30th of December 2025. Place claims at best
  92. BLARNEY – Finished 6th over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a handicap on the 16th of December 2025. Each way chance
  93. SCULPTURALE – Winner over 2100m at Vittel in a limited handicap on the 12th of August 2025. More needed to play a role here
  94. ORION CLASS – Finished a clear 5th over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 3 on the 6th of December 2025. Outside place chance
  95. UNFURLED – Finished last of six over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 3 on the 6th of December 2025. Others make more appeal
  96. KAWAALOT – Not beaten far in 6th spot over 1900m at Deauville in a divided handicap on the 30th of December 2025. Should be in the firing line
  97. MEME TOI – Lackluster effort in 8th over 2400m at Salon De Provence in a handicap on the 27th of November 2025. One to pass by
  98. BOAVISTA – Finished 5th over 1800m at Le Croise-Laroche in a divided handicap on the 15th of November 2025. Will need to show a lot more
  99. PLATA D OCTOBRE – Winner over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a maiden on the 8th of December 2025. Open to any amount of improvement
    Summary: NOUS Y SOMMES (2) ended off 2025 in excellent form and will be looking to go one better on his latest effort. He gets the services of Christian Demuro which catches the eye and he rates the one to beat. KAWAALOT (12) has some fairly solid form to his name and despite having not won a race just yet, he has the right credentials to get it right. SENONNIAN (5) started off his career on the right note but hasn’t kicked on since then although recent efforts suggest that win number two isn’t far away. PLATA D OCTOBRE (15) does meet the boys but slots in with a nice galloping weight and can be a factor here.
    SELECTIONS
    NOUS Y SOMMES (2) – KAWAALOT (12) – SENONNIAN (5) – PLATA D OCTOBRE (15)
    R5 TOULOUSE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE BELLEFONTAINE – 2325m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 21,000

  1. JAMAICAIN D’ORTUGE – Disqualified in class F at this course e over 2950m on 9 January. Has disqualification issues and others are preferred
  2. JEU MYSTIC – Disqualified in class E at this course over 2950m on 9 Janurary when barefoot. Not this time and is best watched for now
  3. KOURANE LA CHENAIE – Disqualified in class F at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 19 December. In good form before that and is not out of it
  4. KUNTA KINTE – Disqualified in class E mounted race at Montauban over 2425m on 28 December. A winner in December and can be a threat if smart
  5. KILT – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a class F mounted race at Vincennes over 2175m on 25 December. Needs to do a bit more to score
  6. LUTECIA ELLIS – Disqualified in class D at this track over 2950m on 3 Janurary. Not reliable but can earn some money when smart
  7. KAMARO DUEM – Not reliable and was 6th in class F harness race at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 5725m on 23 November. Has won a mounted race and can win again
  8. JUST PACHA – In good shape and finished 4th in a class G mounted race at Argentan over 2875m on 10 January. Can be competitive once again
  9. IGOR DE LA MORELLE – Battling to find best form and was 9th in class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 2 Janurary. Needs major improvement to win
  10. KANCAENNAISE – Disqualified in class E at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 16 December. Battling to find best form and others are preferred
  11. KIKO DU VIGNAC – Victorious in a Class E mounted race at Montauban over 2425m on 28 December when barefoot. Remains without shoes and can double up
    Summary: A competitive start to this card. KIKO DU VIGNAC (11) was a good winner at Montauban last month and has every chance of following up. KAMARO DUEM (7) was successful the only time he was under the saddle and should be a lively danger. KUNTA KINTE (4) faulted last time out but is quite capable of bouncing back to score and must be respected. JUST PACHA (8) remains in good shape and should get involved with the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    KIKO DU VIGNAC (11) – KAMARO DUEM (7) – KUNTA KINTE (4) – JUST PACHA (8)
    C2 – PRIX ANTONIN DUPUY – 2950m (a2m) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 27,000
  12. LE CARAT D’AS – Unreliable and finished 13th in class D at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 14 July. Could need this run returning from a break
  13. LOUPIOT JACTA – Victorious in Class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 3 Janurary. Remains barefoot and is capable of winning again
  14. LOLA D’AMOUR – Only modest of late and finished 6th in class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 11 January. More is needed to beat these rivals
  15. LAMBADA TURGOT – Victorious in Class E over this track and trip on 9 January. In decent form and can contest the finish
  16. LEDZEP – Improving and was runner-up in class B at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 5 Janurary. Can go one place better
  17. LEONARDO DE LOU – Only modest of late and finished 5th in class B at Vincennes over 2175m on 27 December. Might make the frame
  18. LOUP INDIEN – Not disgraced when 5th in class B at Vincennes over 2700m on 27 November. Should be right there at the finish
    Summary: LOUPIOT JACTA (2) was a very easy winner at Vincennes at the beginning of the month and that does set the standard for this race. LOUP INDIEN (7) has some ability and was not disgraced at Vincennes back in November, so could be a threat if fit enough after a break. LEDZEP (5) has shown some improvement of late and must be respected for that. LAMBADA TURGOT (4) is in good form and would not be a surprise winner.
    SELECTIONS
    LOUPIOT JACTA (2) – LOUP INDIEN (7) – LEDZEP (5) – LAMBADA TURGOT (4)
    C3 – PRIX TENOR DE BAUNE – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 21,000
  19. MA FANTASY D’AMOUR – Did not show her best when 9th in class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 12 November. Had solid form before that and has a place chance
  20. MA LEA DU GUESCLIN – Has struggled of late and finished 10th in class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 22 December. Needs to do a bit moe to score
  21. MAC DUEM – Holding form and 4th in class E at Toulouse over 2750m on 3 Janurary. Capable of earning some more money
  22. MELODISYVA – Only modest of late and was 7th in class E over this track and trip on 3 January. Tries different shoeing and could score
  23. MARPA D’IROISE – Not reliable and finished 9th in class E over this course and distance on 3 January. Capable of an upset on best form
  24. MY FIRST LADY – Has some some fair form and finished 5th in class E over this course and distance on 3 January. Could play a minor role
  25. MEMORY STAR ELGE – Disqualified in class E at this track over 2750m on 3 January. Capable of contesting the finish when smart
  26. MILADY CASTELETS – Did not show her best when 9th in class D at Agen-Le Passage over 2575m on 15 September. Victorious in August and can be competitive
  27. MENTHE A L’EAU – Not reliable but was runner-up in class F at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December. Can go one place better
  28. MILLEPASSI – Disqualified in class F at this track over 2325m on 3 Janurary. Needs major improvement to win this race
  29. MY DREAM DU GRAIS – Unreliable and finished 8th in class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 1 January. Capable of doing better and has claims
    Summary: A very tricky race and anything can happen. MELODISYVA (4) tries different shoeing and could be ready for a winning turn. MEMORY STAR ELGE (7) faulted at this track last time out but can bounce back to beat these rivals if at best. MY DREAM DU GRAIS (11) is not reliable but does have claims over this course and distance. MILADY CASTELETS (8) returns from a break but is capable of winning if fit enough.
    SELECTIONS
    MELODISYVA (4) – MEMORY STAR ELGE (7) – MY DREAM DU GRAIS (11) – MILADY CASTELETS (8)
    C4 – PRIX DE MONREYSSE – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 30,000
  30. INEDIT DU PAVILLON – Holding form and finished 3rd in class E at Cabourg over 2725m on 2 January. Is barefoot and can contest the finish
  31. GALA PRIMEUR – Has struggled of late and was 12th in class E over this course and distance on 3 January. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  32. I AM EAGLE – Only modest of late and finished 7th in class E over this track and trip on 3 January. More is needed to beat these rivals
  33. HARING OKINA – Unreliable and finished 4th in class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over this distance on 8 January. Can be a threat once again
  34. HARLEY DE QUARO – Has struggled of late and was 11th in Class E over this track and trip on 3 January when barefoot. Others make more appeal
  35. HEURE BLEUE – Not disgraced when 5th in class F at Vichy over 2950m on 16 June. Returns from a break and is likely to need this run
  36. JACANA – Has struggled of late and was 10th in class E over this course and distance on 3 January. Needs to do a bit more to score
  37. HORIZON DU THAY – Not disgraced when 5th in class E over this course and distance on 3 January. Might play a minor role at best
  38. JETPACK – Victorious in Class E at Cabourg over 2725m on 2 January. In decent form and can double up in this line-up
  39. ILOU FIRST RICHER – Disqualified in class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 21 December. Unreliable but is capable of a surprise when in the right mood
  40. HARLEM DE L’ITON – In good form and was runner-up in class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 3 January. Has improved of late and can make the frame
  41. INCREDIBLE GO – Victorious in Class F at Auch over 2800m on 11 November when barefoot. Not this time and others are preferred
  42. INCA DE MONE – Finished 7th in class D at this track over 2950m on 9 January. Victorious in November and can earn some money
    Summary: JETPACK (9) has a tricky starting position to navigate but is in good form and can follow up on an easy last win at Cabourg. HARING OKINA (4) is not reliable but did run well at Cagnes-sur-Mer over this distance and should be a threat again. INEDIT DU PAVILLON (1) is usually competitive, is barefoot, and looks ready to strike. ILOU FIRST RICHER (10) has improved of late and looks likely to get involved with the finish once again.
    SELECTIONS
    JETPACK (9) – HARING OKINA (4) – INEDIT DU PAVILLON (1) – HARLEM DE L’ITON (11)
    C5 – PRIX DE VILLENEUVE-SUR-LOT – 2950m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 21,000
  43. LORD DU GRAIS – Disqualified in class F at Argentan over 2875m on 23 December. Not easy to trust and others make more appeal
  44. LABUAN BAJO – Unreliable and finished 5th in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 4 January. More is needed to score
  45. LISSANDRO D’ARC – Much improved last run when 3rd in class F at Laval over 2050m on 7 December. Capable of making the frame
  46. LITTLE ATOUT – Disqualified in class F at Toulouse over 2325m on 3 Janurary. Battling to find best form and others are preferred
  47. LUCKY AIMEF – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 8 January. Has major disqualification issues and is watched for now
  48. LEMON CURD – Disqualified in class E at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December. Has ability and can bounce back to score
  49. LORKY RED – Unreliable but was 4th in class E at Montauban over 2400m on 18 December. Can get involved with the finish once again
  50. LUTTEUR DU RIEU – Finished 11th in Class E over this track and trip on 9 January. Unreliable but is capable of scoring when smart
  51. L’AMI DE LANCOUR – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class E at Vincennes over 2850m on 9 December. Needs major improvement to win
  52. LIBRE PENSEUR MEEK – Disqualified in class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 21 December. Has major disqualification issues and others are preferred
  53. LINOS DU GOUTIER – Finished 14th in class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 16 December. Capable of doing better and has a place chance
  54. LUPIN DE BEAUFOUR – Successful in Class E at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December. Not reliable but cannot be ruled out from a follow up win
  55. LASCO DES LUCAS – Ureliable and finished 9th in class D at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 26 December. Victorious back in December and is not out of it
    Summary: A very open race. LEMON CURD (6) is best judged on his good penultimate start performance and gets the vote to score. LORKY RED (7) is unreliable but did run well at Montauban and hinted that a winning turn may not be far away. LISSANDRO D’ARC (3) showed nice improvement last time out and can be competitive once again. LUTTEUR DU RIEU (8) is probably better than his last run over this course and distance and is another that could win.
    SELECTIONS
    LEMON CURD (6) – LORKY RED (7) – LISSANDRO D’ARC (3) – LUTTEUR DU RIEU (8)
    C6 – PRIX PALEO – 2950m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 21,000
  56. LOVALIE ROC – Only modest of late and finished 7th in class E at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December. More is needed to score
  57. LOULIE DE GUEZ – Only modest of late and finished 5th in class E over this track and trip on 9 January. Has shown improvement and is barefoot. Place chance
  58. LIBERTY DU RIF – Did not show her best when 7th in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 4 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  59. L’ETOILE MASCAR – Showed improvement when runner-up in class F at this course over 2325m on 3 January when barefoot. Not this time and others are preferred
  60. LENA ZEN – Victorious in Class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 14 December. Remains barefoot and is clearly not out of it
  61. LUCRECE – Finished 8th in class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 8 January. Very hard to trust but is barefoot and could be a lively danger
  62. LEGENDE D’ETE – Disqualified in class E at Toulouse over 2950m on 9 January. Remains barefoot and is capable of an upset on best form
  63. LA BELLE JAMINI – Off form and finished 6th in class E over this course and distance on 9 January. Needs major improvement to win
  64. LA VOICI DU PERCHE – Unreliable and finished 10th in class F at this track over 2325m on 3 January. Needs to find a few lengths to beat these rivals
  65. LICORNE QUICK – Only modest of late and finished 9th in class F at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 11 Janurary.Races without shoes and could be a threat
  66. LOVELY MARINA – Not reliable and finished 5th in class E at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December when barefoot. Not this time and others make more appeal
  67. LIBERTINE ECAJEUL – Unreliable and finished 6th in class E at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December. Remains barefoot but others are preferred
  68. LIZENN D’ERQUY – A winner of her last two starts, the latest in Class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 8 January. Can complete a hat-trick
  69. LEGYPTIA DE GUEZ – In good form ad finished 4th in class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 8 January. Can contest the finish
    Summary: A competitive race. LIZENN D’ERQUY (13) is seeking a hat-trick after some good wins, but she will need to beat off many challengers to win this race. LEGYPTIA DE GUEZ (14) remains in good shape and is a lively threat. LICORNE QUICK (10) is barefoot this time around, so expect a much better performance. LUCRECE (6) is very hard to trust but races without shoes and is clearly not out of it in this line-up.
    SELECTIONS
    LIZENN D’ERQUY (13) – LEGYPTIA DE GUEZ (14) – LICORNE QUICK (10) – LUCRECE (6)
    C7 – PRIX D’ABBEVILLE – 2950m (a2m) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 25,000
  70. NABUCCO JIJI – Disqualified in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 4 Janurary. Second attempt and could improve but others are preferred
  71. NEW LOVE D’AMOUR – Disqualified in class F at Toulouse over 2150m on 9 January. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
  72. NICE PACE – A good 3rd in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 4 Janurary. Has shown improvement and can be competitive again
  73. NUAGE DE MONTCEAU – Disqualified in class E at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 7 December. Not reliable and others make more appeal
  74. NO RISK FLIGNY – Did not show his best when 7th in class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 4 December. Capable of doing better and must be respected in this line-up
  75. NISLANDA – Successful in Class F at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December. Has shown improvement and does have claims in this line-up
  76. NINIA DOUNA – Did not show her best when 7th in class B at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 22 December. Victorious before that and is not out of it
  77. NOT ALONE – Not disgraced when 5th in class C at Vincennes over 2100m on 6 January. Consistent and can make the frame
  78. NATIF DES CAILLONS – Disqualified in class C at Vincennes over 2100m on 17 December. In good form before that and can bounce back to score if smart
    Summary: NATIF DES CAILLONS (9) faulted last time out at Vincennes but had solid form before that and can bounce back to beat these rivals. NISLANDA (6) has shown improvement and was a good winner at Montauban, so must be respected for that. NICE PACE (3) is improving and was a good third earlier this month, so can get into the mix once again. NOT ALONE (8) is consistent and can also get into the frame once again
    SELECTIONS
    NATIF DES CAILLONS (9) – NISLANDA (6) – NICE PACE (3) – NOT ALONE (8)
    C8 – PRIX DE CASTILLONNES – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class G Amateur Drivers – Harness – EUR € 6,000
  79. ISHOOP – Finished 10th in class G at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December. Remains barefoot and can upset on best form
  80. JORDANA – A barefoot winner in class G at Hyeres over 2050m on 9 November. Has shown improvement and can follow up
  81. IDEAL DE LANDEMER – Off form and finished 8th in class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2750m on 23 November. On a long losing streak and is best watched for now
  82. IVANHOE DU FIER – Holding form and finished 4th in class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2750m on 23 November. Can get competitive once again
  83. IBACA – Not reliable and finished 6th in class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2750m on 23 November. Capable of better and is not out of it
  84. JURQUES – Off form and finished 13th in class G at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December. Returns barefoot but others are preferred
  85. IMPEC DE BERTRANGE – Only modest of late and finished 7th in class F at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 30 November when barefoot. Not this time and others make more appeal
  86. JIKAO – Only modest of late and was 7th in a claimer at Vincennes over 2100m on 9 January. Remains barefoot and could make the frame
  87. ISLAND WIND – Ureliable and finished 9th in class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 14 December. Capable of doing better and has a place chance
  88. JAZZIE MARIVALOISE – Has struggled of late and was 11th in Class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 7 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
    Summary: JORDANA (2) returns from a break barefoot and does look likely to take out this lucky last race after a good win at Hyères in November. IVANHOE DU FIER (4) has been competitive of late and should challenge for top honours this time around. JIKAO (8) did not run too badly at Vincennes last time out and can make the frame. IBACA (5) does do well for this driver and is another that could be competitive.
    SELECTIONS – JORDANA (2) – IVANHOE DU FIER (4) – JIKAO (8) – IBACA (5)

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