French Selections Saturday 17th

R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE MAISONS-LAFFITTE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class A – Harness – EUR € 51,000

NIKITA GOLD – Respectable for the most part but disappointed in a Class B under these conditions last Saturday and, sporting front pads or not, is still not an obvious choice
NIKITA – Failed to confirm November performance when eliminated in a Class B over course and distance last weekend and will have few takers
NORD AMERICAINE – Gave a good account on Vincennes bow on 12 December, running 2nd in a Class B over the inner course. Faces a tougher test this time but is still one to keep an eye on
NINA HAGEN – Showed a different side 11 days ago when 2nd in a 2100m Class C. Will be pitted against a better lot this time but still cannot be discounted
NOT FOR FUN – Made up for Prix Une de Mai performance when 4th in a Class A over the inner track on Christmas Day. Is not about to create an upset but can still finish in the mix
NO WORRY – Won 2 in a row in October and latterly ran 3rd in a Class B over course and distance on 3 December. Has been afforded ample time to return to her best and the addition of pads will only enhance her prospects
NEW QUALITY – Well-regarded filly that finished last of 5 behind NOT FOR FUN (5) in a 2850m Class A over the inner track on Christmas Day. Stays shod this time though and not a concern
NESPERA – First-rate filly that has won 3 of 4, most recently a Class C over the inner track on 19 December. Sports a fresh formula and can take her win percentage to 80
NEREIDA – Ran 6th in Gr.2 Prix Une de Mai before being eliminated in Prix Gélinotte a fortnight ago. Has placed in a Gr.3 and appears to be main danger to NESPERA (8)
NYMPHE D’ELLE – Held her own in 2175m Gr.2 Prix Gelinotte here on 4 January. Will not have the best fillies to contend with this time and will have a decent chance finishing close
Summary: Thierry Duvaldestin has successfully debuted a number of his younger elements at Vincennes this winter and NESPERA (8) is a case in point. She made no bones about imposing over the short course last month and, with front pads fitted, could well make her main-track debut a successful one. NEREIDA (9) should not be too hastily-condemned for faulting in the Gr.2 Prix Gelinotte; she plainly has ample ability and at this level looks particularly dangerous. NO WORRY (6) has come on for every run, gave a good account over course and distance in early-December, and with pads fitted for the first time will have her chances. 6th in the Gelinotte, and well-engaged here, NYMPHE D’ELLE (10) should be afforded respect.
SELECTIONS
NESPERA (8) – NEREIDA (9) – NO WORRY (6) – NYMPHE D’ELLE (10)
C2 – PRIX D’AGEN – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 52,000
LIBERTA MESLOISE – Enjoyed a productive spring and summer before losing her way later last year and in current condition will have little to contribute
LEDA MESLOISE – Fine element in 2024 but did nothing noteworthy in 2025. Runs shod this time and can be ruled out
LA DIVA SUPREME – Won a Cagnes Class D on 13 December, then 2nd in a Class C over course and distance late in the month. Seldom disappoints when focused and must be considered a player
LARA DE CHENU – Is back in business since returning to racing barefoot, and is comfortable over 2700m. Takes on some better horses this time but still has the wherewithal to make first 5
LUMINOUS STAR – Eliminated in 2 before coming 5th, a place behind LOVELY DU VALLON (9), in a 2175m Class C here on 20 December. Races barefoot for the occasion but others still preferred
LITTLE STAR FLEURY – No slouch on a good day, and has Gr.2 form. Unexceptional lately but has been freshly re-configured and, although not a priority, cannot be discounted
LILI DRY – Excellent since starting to race barefoot, beating a number of these in a Class C prior to running 3rd in a Class B under these conditions in late-November. Has freshness on her side and in current form can fight out the finish
LALUNA DES FORGES – Serious mare with solid course-and-distance credentials. Latest run should not be taken at face value and can be backed with confidence. Place chance
LOVELY DU VALLON – 4th in a 2175m Class C here on 20 December. Can trot but appears to be taking on too much this time
LADY DADA – Has not been as sharp over recent months as she was last winter, but gets to race barefoot for the first time and, on good behaviour, can open her 2026 account
Summary: Nicely-engaged close to the earnings threshold, LADY DADA (10) is not always the easiest of horses to gauge but she races barefoot for the first time and, if applied, can finally open her winter account. She will still be opposed by LILI DRY (7) who has taken her game to a new level over recent months, and LALUNA DES FORGES (8) who is better than her latest result would suggest. LA DIVA SUPREME (3) has not put a foot out of line lately and moves up in category with a decent card to play.
SELECTIONS
LADY DADA (10) – LILI DRY (7) – LALUNA DES FORGES (8) – LA DIVA SUPREME (3)
C3 – PRIX DE PARDIEU – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Gr2 – Mounted – EUR € 120,000
MARIEVA DE LOU – It took 10 starts but opened her account over the short course earlier this month. Runs barefoot this time but is still taking on too much
MA LIBERTE – Started to come into herself over the autumn and early-winter, superbly completing the hat-trick in a 2700m Class D here on 13 December. Takes a notable hike in category but is unlikely to be far off the mark
MADAME CHENU – Just headed by MIRATISSIME (5) in a Class B over course and distance on 26 December. Is undeniably useful, and will be barefoot, but in this company will have too much to do
MOJITO FRAISE – 4th in the Gr.1 Prix de Vincennes, a place ahead of MHUM FLYNG (10), before running 5th to him in 2700m Gr.3 Prix d’Enghien on 4 January. Is not about to open his monte account but can nevertheless challenge for a spot on the podium
MIRATISSIME – Opened her monte account with a fast, late run in a Class B over track and trip on 26 December. Sports pads this time and although unlikely to create an upset, can nevertheless get a look in
MELBA DU GERS – Opened her Gr.2 account over course and distance 12 months ago, but has looked decidedly ordinary since. Sports a fresh configuration, with Eric Raffin aboard for monte debut, and could pleasantly surprise
MANITAS DE TRUCHON – Good Gr.2 Prix Raoul Ballière winner before failing to make any impact in Gr.1 Prix de Vincennes in mid-December. Has otherwise been in fine fettle and racing barefoot will help her to redeem herself
MELODY DE VIVOIN – Has done little of note since placing in a Gr.2 here last September, and will need to show marked improvement on latest effort behind MHUM FLYNG (10)
MISS DES BESACES – Has not won since last April but is as tough as they come. Ran 4th in 2700m Gr.3 Prix d’Enghien on 4 January and must be taken seriously
MHUM FLYNG – Dual Gr.2 winner that ran 5th in Gr.1 Prix de Vincennes before dominating 2700m Gr.3 Prix d’Enghien on 4 January. In similar form, the race will be his for the taking
Summary: By some margin the best horse in the field, MHUM FLYNG (10) comfortably won the Gr.3 Prix d’Enghien here a fortnight ago on his first association with Alexandre Abrivard and looks thoroughly capable of repeating. Fourth that day, MISS DES BESACES (9) made up a lot of ground in the final stages and should finish closer this time. MOJITO FRAISE (4) finished a place behind her and should again figure prominently, but may first have to see off a barefoot MANITAS DE TRUCHON (7) who beat Christophe Clin’s colt in the Gr.2 Prix Raoul Ballière over course and distance in late-November.
SELECTIONS
MHUM FLYNG (10) – MISS DES BESACES (9) – MANITAS DE TRUCHON (7) – MOJITO FRAISE (4)
C4 – PRIX DE GRANVILLE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 68,000
JOLYDOLE – Useful mare that easily won a Class D over track and trip on 19 December. Has never been seen at this level though and is unlikely to make her presence felt
IVRIG VIKING – Has looked rather ordinary under harness recently and appears to be biting off more than he can chew
ICONE D’ERABLE – Went off the boil after winning over course and distance last September. Was most unlucky behind INHERIT (4) here a fortnight ago though and cannot be ruled out
INHERIT – Beaten only by 2 classy elements here in early-December, then comfortably won a Class D over shorter. Has never disappointed with Benjamin Rochard and is not about to start now
JASMINE DE VAU – Game mare that excels in both codes. Has not put a foot wrong since last summer and returns to 2700m with a lot to offer. First 5
IRON DU GERS – Superb here this winter with 3 straight victories and most recently ran 3rd in a 2850m Class C here a month back. Trainer in the bike this time and should logically finish thereabouts
ICARE DU BERYL – Surprise 4th of 17 in a Bordeaux Class D on 22 December. Has otherwise been in good shape, races barefoot this time, but still appears to be taking on too much
JALENDRA DE MALAC – It took a couple of runs but returned to the winners’ circle after clinching a Class C over 2700m here 2 weeks ago. Excels under these conditions and has every chance of repeating
HOVE PONT VAUTIER – Capable on a good day but has failed to make any impact this winter and, even racing barefoot, will have too much to do
HIGH PROPULSION – Seldom gets her nose in front these days but has been giving an honest account here over recent months. Is unlikely to create an upset but can be counted on to give what she can
JESON BOY – Won 3 straight before running respectable 10th of 18 in a 2850m Gr.2 here on 30 November. Will be barefoot for just 2nd start at the venue and will be expected to finish close
IRON MESLOIS – Has just 2 runs under his belt following a lengthy layoff, latterly 6th of 15 in a Class B over track and trip 2.5 weeks ago. Is not a priority but is still good enough to pick up some prizemoney
JASON GINYU – Fine servant with form at a superior level and finished runner-up in last 2. Has not raced for 2 months but will have been specifically prepared for this and looks the main danger to JALENDRA DE MALAC (8)
GUERRIER CASTELETS – Has not won since June 2024 but has been acquitting himself honourably here recently. His latest Class B performance did not go unnoticed and, considering the entry, should not be overlooked
Summary: Courageous winner under these conditions 3 weeks ago, JALENDRA DE MALAC (8) is now unbeaten in 4 barefoot runs over 2700m here and Eric Raffin will be hoping to extend that number. He will, however, be legitimately wary of the first-rate JASON GINYU (13) who is both nicely-engaged and close to his race. A Gr.3 winner at Feurs, JESON BOY (11) drops to a more reasonable level after failing to deliver in a Gr.2 last time out and looks a solid place prospect. INHERIT (4) ran away with a 2100m Class D here 2 weeks ago and steps up in category with a good card to play. In cracking form over recent months, JASMINE DE VAU (5) ran 2nd to Alexis Grimault’s mare on Boxing Day and must be taken seriously.
SELECTIONS
JALENDRA DE MALAC (8) – JASON GINYU (13) – JESON BOY (11) – INHERIT (4)
C5 – PRIX DE LA CAPELLE – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 40,000
MISS DE LA FERME – Steps up in category after running 4th behind MERRY RIVER (4) in a 2100m Class E here on 1 January, but will need to find more
MY CHARMING – Opened Vincennes account in a Class E on 10 December but was quickly eliminated in 26 December race of reference. Has been configured for the occasion but looks a minor place prospect at best
MIRABELLE DE LARRE – Ran 2nd under these conditions last season but has been less than convincing lately and and even with shoes off will have few takers
MERRY RIVER – Unlucky 2nd in a 2100m Class E here on New Year’s Day. Takes on a better lot this time but can still play an active role
MONEY MONEY PIYA – Respectable filly with a brace of conditioners to her name. Will be first-time barefoot but still seems to be a race shy
MELINA SUPREME – Serious future prospect racing first-time barefoot after a pair of conditioners. Will be fit by now and faces her first objective of the winter with a lot to contribute. Chance
MARION D’HAFLING – Unexceptional filly with better monte form. Has been reconfigured for the occasion but still poses no threat
MAGIQUE HAUFOR – Romped over 2700m here early last month then ran 3rd in a 2100m Class D on Boxing Day. Gets to race barefoot this time and can make this her own
MARVA CALENDES – Handy sort that showed a lot of promise last season. Made little impression in either comeback run but will be barefoot for the occasion and must not be underestimated
MENTHE FRAICHE – Pleasant 4th, a place behind MAGIQUE HAUFOR (8), in a 2100m Class D late last month. Is competitively-shod for the first time and is unlikely to let the side down. Place prospect
MY LOVE AFFAIR – Honest type that ran 3rd in a 2700m Class D here early this month. Faces a tougher challenge this time but should nevertheless acquit herself honourably
MISS DE LA COTE – Promising individual with 2 runs under her belt following 8 months off. Runs first-time barefoot, has raced over 2175m before, and looks capable of getting in on the action
MAKARINA DE BOMO – Pleasantly surprising 3rd in a 2700m Class D here on 13 December. Will not be available at 84-1 this time but is unlikely to be as performant either
MISS DISCO – Speedy filly that left a good impression when 6th behind MAGIQUE HAUFOR (8) in a 2100m Class D late last month. Goes barefoot for the first time and Eric Raffin can be confident of a big run
Summary: Although still a little tricky, MAGIQUE HAUFOR (8) left us in no doubt last month about her ability. She is new to 2175m here, but races barefoot for the first time and is easy to fancy for the win. MELINA SUPREME (6) has a pair of conditioners in her following the autumn break and with shoes off this time will be no pushover. Confirmed over course and distance and also first time barefoot, MISS DISCO (14) will be partnered by Eric Raffin who will be eyeing a step on the podium. Regularly in the thick of things when focused, MENTHE FRAICHE (10) sports front pads for the occasion and looks particularly competitive.
SELECTIONS
MAGIQUE HAUFOR (8) – MELINA SUPREME (6) – MISS DISCO (14) – MENTHE FRAICHE (10)
C6 – PRIX DE BREST – 2850m (a2m) – Gr3 – Harness – EUR € 90,000
COMBAT FIGHTER – Failed to confirm decent Class C performance when denied a run in a 2100m Class A here early this month, but still has his work cut out
KILLIAM FROMENTRO – Excellent here last spring but subsequently lost his way. Has been totally out of sorts this winter and can be passed over
ICEBREAKER (DEN) – Placed at Gr.3 level on Vincennes debut in November. Drops back in category after running 6th in Gr.2 Prix de Bourgogne 3 weeks ago and should prove more competitive this time
JONGLEUSE DE LUNE – Third place in last 3 starts, latterly a Class A over course and distance 3 weeks ago. Is not about to win this but current form augurs well for her chances of picking up a cheque
JEWELCANDLE FAC – Has done nothing of note since running 3rd in last year’s Gr.1 Prix de Cornulier and is unlikely to have many friends in the markets
INDUS VAL – Pleasant 4th in a 2700m Class B here 2.5 weeks ago. Has delivered just once in 4 starts under these conditions though and others easier to back
HEADSCOTT – Quality individual stepping up in category after 2 fine runs over 2700m here recently. He presents solid credentials under these conditions and can open his 2026 account
IZNOGOUD AM – Returns to France after prepping twice at home in Sweden. Will be competitively-shod this time but others still preferred
HARISON DU PLESSIS – Honest trotter that finished 3rd, a place ahead of HEADSCOTT (7), in a 2700m Class B here on 20 December. Has been hard to fault this winter and although not a priority, can nevertheless finish in the mix
DOLCE VIKY – Impressively won a 2100m Class B here on 13 December, on just 2nd start at the venue. Will have no issue with the distance and appears to be competitively well in
JEEGHA PRIDE – Got back in the winners’ circle after securing victory in a Class B over track and trip on 7 December. Is nicely-entered here and will not be available at 14-1 this time. Place chance
INO DU LUPIN – Has not put a foot wrong since September, most recently winning a 2925m Gr.3 at Cagnes-sur-Mer on 20 December. Boasts fine references over 2850m on the main track and must be considered a contender
FULTON – Classy veteran in the monte code. Here for reasons of conditioning and has nothing to offer
Summary: Winner of a Class B in late-November, beating recent Prix de Belgique champion Iroise de la Noé, HEADSCOTT (7) did not enjoy the best of trips next time, but his form is not in question and he is in with a realistic shout of winning this. A serious horse returning to Paris after lifting a Cagnes Gr.3, INO DU LUPIN (12) is 25m worse off but can still contest the finish. JEEGHA PRIDE (11) defied her odds here early last month when lifting a Class B and must be taken more seriously this time. The Italian, DOLCE VIKY (10) comfortably imposed over 2100m here last month and a repeat is not beyond the realm of possibility.
SELECTIONS
HEADSCOTT (7) – INO DU LUPIN (12) – JEEGHA PRIDE (11) – DOLCE VIKY (10)
C7 – PRIX ROXANE GRIFF – 2850m (a2m) – Class C – Mounted – EUR € 46,000
FALSTAFF FONT – Fine servant that consistently gives his best. Debuted unremarkably under the saddle last month and even though in form is not an obvious choice
ONANA BOKO – Switches to the monte code after being quickly eliminated in Gr.1 Criterium Continental on 21 December. Has shown his capacity under harness and may yet prove even better in this discipline. Claim
LIONEL MEARAS – Serious Swedish import that gave a fine account under harness here on Christmas Day. Takes first competitive steps in the discipline and while not a contender is still worth monitoring
LAREINE D’OURVILLE – Produced 3 straight eliminations before finishing last of 8 to LELIA FRANCE (8) in a Class D over course and distance on 30 December, and can be ruled out
LOUVE ANGEL – Respectable mare that always gives her best and is confirmed here, but in this company will have too much to do
LENSOIS DU DOLLAR – Has done nothing but improve lately, winning a 2700m Class D here on Christmas Eve. Takes on a better bunch this time but given the nature of her success, must be respected
LASKA DU LEVANT – Drops back down the class-ladder, and returns from a spell, after failing to deliver in a Gr.2 here on 6 November. Shoes fitted this time but has form in this configuration and could even impose
LELIA FRANCE – Versatile mare that won over the inner course prior to missing out to LUKAS D’OLIVERIE (13) here earlier this month. Goes barefoot for the first time in almost 12 months and is worth keeping an eye on
LOVE ME AGAIN – Twice a winner in 4 starts under the saddle. Lost her action behind LUKAS D’OLIVERIE (13) here earlier this month and Eric Raffin will be keen to put things right
LUCIFER D’ORPHEE – Got back in the game when 3rd to LUKAS D’OLIVERIE (13) here earlier this month. Has ground to make up but should nevertheless hold his own
FORT WASHAKIE – Has taken well to Vincennes conditions since leaving her native Italy. Is new to the discipline, but is clearly in excellent shape and with Paul Ploquin in the irons will be afforded every chance
LOLO DU VELO – Has finished just once out of first 2 at Vincennes. Takes a dip in category after coming 2nd in a 2175m Class B here 3 weeks ago and with Alexandre Abrivard aboard is unlikely to disappoint. Chance
LUKAS D’OLIVERIE – Excellent servant when focused and barefoot, latterly clinching a 2700m Class C here 11 days ago. Is as tenacious as they come and can be backed with confidence once more
Summary: ONANA BOKO (2) takes his first steps under the saddle following a pair of conditioners for his new handler and can get straight down to business. Adrien Lamy will still want to be mindful of LASKA DU LEVANT (7) who ran 3rd in a Gr.3 here before being dominated in a Gr.2 in early-November. She has not been seen since, and races shod, but still looks a serious proposition. LOLO DU VELO (12) returned to competition in excellent shape and it will not be long before he picks up a first victory of the new year. A fine campaigner in this branch of the business, LUKAS D’OLIVERIE (13) showed great tenacity to get his nose in front here recently and has a respectable chance of doubling his money.
SELECTIONS
ONANA BOKO (2) – LASKA DU LEVANT (7) – LOLO DU VELO (12) – LUKAS D’OLIVERIE (13)
C8 – PRIX DE DOUVRES – 2850m (a2m) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 53,000
KARVINA D’ELA – Won over course and distance during the spring but disappointing since returning to competition and is not about to set off any fireworks
KAYA DU SAPTEL – Has been on a rich vein of form since last summer. Is back under harness after pleasing on her monte bow, goes barefoot this time, and is easy to like for a first-5 payout
KARA D’OR – Steps up in category after running surprise 3rd in a 2175m Class D earlier in the month, and others easier to back
KAROLENE D’ETANG – Won a Class D here on 17 November before disappointing behind KLASS HAUFOR (5) on 20 December. Can be forgiven that run though and should be brought back into the fold. Place chance
KLASS HAUFOR – Eliminated in 31 December race of reference when patently in excellent shape. Ran 5th on sole start over 2850m here and, if kept out of trouble this time, can redeem herself and trot her way into the frame
KALINKA DU GRENAT – Sprang a 36-1 surprise when imposing over 2100m here early last month. Is unlikely to repeat but, with form maintained, should finish thereabouts
KASSYA – Moderate sort that ran 6th in race of reference. Is clearly in good shape but is being aimed too high once more
KELLY JANE – Produced a better effort than expected on re-entry on 31 December, coming 4th behind KANAKA DE BUSSET (10) in a 2700m Class C here. Eric Raffin in the bike this time and should not disappoint
KALINE DU LOCHEUR – Fast-finishing 5th behind KANAKA DE BUSSET (10) in a 2700m Class C here on 31 December. Has references in superior company and will be expected to bring the fight to KUEEN’S PRIDE (11)
KANAKA DE BUSSET – Mixes the good with the less-good but has placed in 2 of last 3, most recently 2nd in a 2700m Class C here on 31 December and, while not a priority, should not be underestimated either
KUEEN’S PRIDE – First-rate mare that was denied a run, but still ran 2nd, in a 2100m Class C here on 21 November. Is plainly in rude health and can win this time if kept out of harm’s way
Summary: A wonderful campaigner in the provinces, KUEEN’S PRIDE (11) was rather unlucky on her main-track debut in late-November. She is, however, just a few Euros from elimination and Theo Duvaldestin will be determined to set the record straight. KALINE DU LOCHEUR (9) produced a fine late run here 2.5 weeks ago and if still on the boil can play a leading role. Eliminated that day when clearly going well, KLASS HAUFOR (5) will be no easy touch if he stays in stride. Stablemate KAROLENE D’ETANG (4) is in better shape than her latest run would suggest and Damien Bonne will be out to prove the point.
SELECTIONS
KUEEN’S PRIDE (11) – KALINE DU LOCHEUR (9) – KLASS HAUFOR (5) – KAROLENE D’ETANG (4)
C9 – PRIX DE DARNETAL – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 35,000
MELODY DE L’EPINE – Looked very ordinary here late last month when last of 5 in a 2700m Class E, and even though barefoot this time, still looks an outsider
MUSE DE BEYLEV – Placed twice at Graignes before running 4th over the short course on 25 December. Sports modified shoeing and, with Mathieu Mottier back in the bike, should prove competitive for a cheque
MAITIKA DE PEBRISY – Ran 6th at Argentan on 23 December, her first start since September. Hind shoes off but in this field appears to be out of her depth
MEDUSA DU PONT – Made it 3 straight eliminations, in a Cagnes Class E, on 23 December but showed her form nevertheless. Is undeniably talented and will not be far off the mark if Franck Ouvrie keeps her mind on the game
MACARENA – Has won 2 of 3 to date but has not been seen out since August and is going to need the run
MA ROSE DE SARTHE – Imposed at Pontchateau on 21 December on just 2nd start since the break. Is unlikely to repeat but with Anthony Barrier in the bike will be afforded every chance
MAYA PONT VAUTIER – Produced some decent performances before faulting in a Saint-Brieuc Class E on 5 December. Is first-time barefoot and should not be far from the action if she takes to the main-track profile
METALLICA SMART – Got straight down to business at Graignes on early-December re-entry. Goes first-time barefoot and considering the form of the Alain Chavatte yard, a place on the podium looks highly likely
MISS MOCCA – Took little time showing her form following the break, running 3rd in a Graignes Class E on 20 November. Comes here fresh, competitively-shod, and with a realistic chance of imposing
MAJESTE DAB – Never far from faulting but produced a superb finish over the short course early last month. Shoes off for main track bow and, with application, can trot off with the silverware
Summary: An interesting future prospect, MISS MOCCA (9) passed her left-handed test at Graignes, will be competitively-shod for the first time, and can get her nose in front. Complicated she may be but MAJESTE DAB (10) gave an excellent account of herself here last month and, racing barefoot for the first time, should be good enough to challenge for the win. Convincing winner on her Graignes comeback, METALLICA SMART (8) is in more elevated company this time but will have come on for the race and will run barefoot. MEDUSA DU PONT (4) is still green but her ability is not in question, and it is only a matter of time before she comes good again.
SELECTIONS
MISS MOCCA (9) – MAJESTE DAB (10) – METALLICA SMART (8) – MEDUSA DU PONT (4)
R2 AGEN LA GARENNE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE CUQ – 2575m (a1m1/2) – Class F Amateur Riders – Harness – EUR € 23,000

JAVA DE ROUAISSE – Has struggled of late and finished 12th in Class G at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December. Barefoot this time but others are preferred
JOSVIL – Has struggled of late and was 11th in Class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 16 December. Barefoot this time and could be a threat
JASPER DU BELLAY – Did not show his best when 11th in a Class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 21 December. Races without shoes and can get involved with the finish
JOSIO DU POMMEREUX – Successful in a Class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 21 December. Not reliable but is in good shape and can score again
JAFAR DE FAEL – Off form and finished 10th in a Class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 21 December. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
IBIS DE FRECA – Victorious in a claimer at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 8 December. Tougher task this time but has a place chance
HIRO DE LA LUNA – In good shape and finished 3rd in Class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 30 December. Can be a threat to these rivals
ISBA DU DOME – In good form and was runner-up in Class G at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December. Can be competitive once again
JUNTA DES THIRONS – Unreliable and finished 9th in Class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 14 December. Might play a minor role at very best
JOURNEE A LA GRAVE – Holding form and finished 4th in Class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 21 December. Capable of earning some money
HOMME D’ETAT – Has lost the way and finished 10th in Class F at Meslay-du-Maine over 2850m on 10 September. Returns from a break and others make more appeal
JEAN NO DU MARGAS – Disqualified at Toulouse on 9 January. Hard to trust and does need major improvement to win this race
JOHNDEER DU DROPT – Battling to regain best form and finished 10th in a Class G at this track over 2625m on 11 January. Others are preferred
JOYAU DE BELLANDE – Has really struggled of late and finished 10th in Class F at Toulouse over 2150m on 19 September. Could need this run returning from a break
Summary: A competitive start to the card. JOSIO DU POMMEREUX (4) has won two of his last four starts, including last time out at Grenade-sur-Garonne. He is capable of another victory. ISBA DU DOME (8) remains in good form and should be involved with the finish. JASPER DU BELLAY (3) and JOSVIL (2) have both been struggling of late but are barefoot this time and could show vast improvement, so are threats.
SELECTIONS
JOSIO DU POMMEREUX (4) – ISBA DU DOME (8) – JASPER DU BELLAY (3) – JOSVIL (2)
C2 – PRIX DE DONDAS – 2575m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 21,000
MARLEY QUICK – Very consistent and was runner-up in Class E at Toulouse over 2750m on 3 January. Should fight it out once again
MAYA DES BAUX – Consistent and finished 5th in Class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 2 January. Might play a minor role at very best
MY DREAM DES MONTS – Only modest of late and finished 7th in Class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 22 December. Others make more appeal
MADEMOISELLE DELF – A winner of her last two starts, the latest in Class F at Toulouse over 2150m on 9 January. Unbeaten barefoot and can complete the hat-trick
MELBA DU PADOUENG – Only modest of late and finished 6th in Class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 8 January. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
MONEY AIMEF – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest in Class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 2 January. Can be a threat if smart
MEDEE DU VIVIER – Not reliable but was not disgraced when fourth in Class E at Vincennes over 2200m on 4 November. Capable of getting into the mix of things
MAJOR DU PADOUENG – Victorious in Class E at Toulouse over 2325m on 5 September. Returns from a break but is not out of it
MISSION DU GILET – Unreliable but did finish third in Class E at Toulouse over 2750m on 3 January. Has a place chance in this line-up
MAGNUM DAIRPET – Battling to regain best form and was 6th in Class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 22 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
Summary: MADEMOISELLE DELF (4) has shown good improvement since racing without shoes and is a winner of her last two starts. She remains barefoot and can complete her hat-trick. MARLEY QUICK (1) continues to threaten to win a race and will not go down easily yet again. MONEY AIMEF (6) is very hard to trust but does have ability and could challenge for top honours if staying in stride. MEDEE DU VIVIER (7) might need to do more to beat these rivals but can make the frame.
SELECTIONS
MADEMOISELLE DELF (4) – MARLEY QUICK (1) – MONEY AIMEF (6) – MEDEE DU VIVIER (7)
C3 – PRIX D’ENGAYRAC – 2575m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 24,000
JASMIN DHELPA – Continues to struggle and finished 7th in Class E at Royan La Palmyre over 2475m on 3 August. Should need this run returning from a break
JEUNE PRODIGE – In very good form and was runner-up in Class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 16 December. Can go one place better
JUNIOR DU VIVIER – Very consistent and finished 4th in a Class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 5 January. Be right there at the finish
JOYEUSE DE LAVANCE – Did not show her best when 11th in Class E at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December. Capable of doing better and has a place chance
JALNA DU PALAIS – A winner in Class F at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 2 September. Returns from a break and could need this run
JICOMTE – Disqualified twice in his last three starts, including last time out at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat on 16 December. Can earn some money when smart
JUSTIN DE MARCAY – Only modest of late and finished 9th in a Class F at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 19 December. Barefoot this time and could be a lively danger
JAVA DE CAPONET – Disqualified at Grenade-sur-Garonne on 14 December. Had some fair form before that and can make the frame if smart
JUST ELGE DESBOIS – Not disgraced when 5th in Class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 14 December. Can be competitive again
JESSY D’ARCY – Did not show her best when 8th in Class E at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December. In good form before that and is not out of it
Summary: The list of possible winners goes very deep in this event. JEUNE PRODIGE (2) remains in very good form, so gets the narrow vote to score. JUSTIN DE MARCAY (7) races without shoes this time around and a much better performance can be expected. JUNIOR DU VIVIER (3) is very consistent, so should challenge for top honours yet again. JESSY D’ARCY (10) is clearly better than her last run would suggest and is a lively danger.
SELECTIONS
JEUNE PRODIGE (2) – JUSTIN DE MARCAY (7) – JUNIOR DU VIVIER (3) – JESSY D’ARCY (10)
C4 – PRIX DE CASTELCULIER – 2575m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 30,000
GENERAL D’AMOUR – Off form and was unplaced in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 27 December. Others are much preferred
HA YES MAX – Only modest of late and finished 7th in Class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 26 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
ITALO DUEM – Battling to find best form and finished 6th in Class D at Toulouse over 2950m on 9 January. More is needed to beat these rivals
KOOL AND THE GANG – Not reliable and finished 7th in Class C at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 2 January. Remains barefoot and quite capable of winning
HAKIM DES CHAMPS – In very good form and was runner-up in Class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 26 December. Big chance
ILTON CASH – Has some fair form and finished fourth in Class E at Bordeaux-Le-Bouscat. Could play a minor role at very best
GAVROCHE DU GADE – Has struggled of late and finished 8th in Class F at Castelsarrasin over 2400m n 9 November. Others make more appeal
IRRATI DUEM – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in Class E at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2575m on 19 December. Races without shoes and could be a lively danger
HILAIRE DES PLANS – Disqualified last time out at Cavaillon over 2625m on 17 June. On a long losing run and is returning from a break
KAVALEUR D’ENFER – Victorious in his last two starts, the latest in Class D at Toulouse over 2975m on 3 January. Has claims for a hat-trick
KING DRY – Showed some improvement when barefoot and third in Class E at Toulouse over 2750m on 3 January. Can make the frame
INVICTUS MADRIK – Unreliable and was unplaced in Class D at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 27 December. Needs major improvement to win
Summary: A very open-looking race. HAKIM DES CHAMPS (5) is at the top of his game and is the one to beat, but his rivals are younger and capable of improvement. KOOL AND THE GANG (4) is talented but does not always show it. KAVALEUR D’ENFER (10) has struck form with some good wins and could complete a hat-trick. KING DRY (11) was a good third in a similar race and should be right there at the finish once again.
SELECTIONS
HAKIM DES CHAMPS (5) – KOOL AND THE GANG (4) – KAVALEUR D’ENFER (10) – KING DRY (11)
C5 – PRIX FAUSTIN SEMEILLON – 2625m (a1m1/2) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 45,000
IGGY ROCK – Usually competitive and was runner-up in Class D at Toulouse over 2,950m on 9 January. Can go one better
GOODMORNING CHARLY – Unreliable and finished 5th in Class D at Vincennes over 2,700m on 27 December. Barefoot that day and is not this time. Others are preferred
KINGSLAYER PELLINI – Consistent and was runner-up at Mons over 2,300m on 24 December. Has won over this course and distance. Big chance
IPSON DU VERNAY – Did not show his best when 9th in Class D at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 16 December. Did better before that and has a place chance
JAGUAR WIT – Finished 6th in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2,150m on 20 December. Unreliable and needs to do more to score
JOIE DE LA COTE – In good form and finished 3rd in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2,150m on 20 December. Should be competitive once again
IDEAL DE RIVRAY – Has struggled of late and finished 9th in Class E at Argentan over 2,875m on 23 December. Races without shoes and could surprise
GRISBI DU PERSIL – Has struggled of late and finished 12th in Class D at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2,650m on 8 January. Barefoot and could be a threat this time around
GAJAC – Off form and finished 11th in Class D at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2,550m on 8 December. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
JOJOBA DE QUERAY – Victorious in a Class E at Montauban over 2,400m on 28 December. Has improved of late and is not out of it
INDOCILE – Disqualified at Vincennes on 1 January. Capable of contesting the finish when staying on the trot and can bounce back to score from the front row
HASARD – Disqualified at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat on 8 December. Battling to regain best form and others are much preferred
GENEROUS CHARM – Only modest of late and finished 8th in Class D at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2,650m on 22 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
HAPPYJO DE LIGNY – Has struggled of late and finished 11th in Class B at Vincennes over 2,700m on 20 December. Needs major improvement to win
GALANT DE CAREL – Unreliable and finished 9th in Class A at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 30 November. Needs to do more to score
FEMTO DE VAUVERT – Very consistent and finished 3rd in Class B at Vincennes over 2,100m on 13 December. Be right there at the finish
IDEAL SAN LEANDRO – Disqualified at Montegiorgio on 23 November. Capable of doing betetr but others make more appeal in this line-up
HARRY CARISAIE – Finished 10th in Class B at Enghien over 2,875m on 12 July. Returns from a break and is likely to need this run
Summary: A very open-looking race. KINGSLAYER PELLINI (3) is very consistent and was a good winner in September over this particular course and distance. He could be the one to beat. JOIE DE LA COTE (6) remains in good form and should contest the finish yet again. INDOCILE (11) seems to have been prepared with this race in mind and is not out of it. JOJOBA DE QUERAY (10) has shown improvement of late and could follow up on his win at Montauban.
SELECTIONS
KINGSLAYER PELLINI (3) – JOIE DE LA COTE (6) – INDOCILE (11) – JOJOBA DE QUERAY (10)
C6 – PRIX D’ESTILLAC – 2625m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 23,000
LATINA PENEME – Not reliable and finished 6th in Class F over this course and distance on 11 January. More is needed to score
LEONA JELMA – Disqualified at this track on 11 January. Not easy to trust but is capable of earning some minor money when smart
LEADER BAROQUE – Off form and finished 10th in Class F over this track and trip on 11 November. Needs major improvement to win
LIMBOURGOIS – Has struggled of late and finished 11th in a Class E at Vincennes over 2200m on 10 November. Hard to trust and others are preferred
L’ARTISTE D’AVENIR – Successful in a Class E at Bordeaux -Le -Bouscat over 2650m on 26 December Has improved of late and can double up
LE LAUREAT DU PARC – Only modest of late and finished 9th in a Class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 17 December. Capable of winning a race of this nature
LUCIDE CASTELETS – Not reliable and finished 6th in Class D at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 26 December.. Might play a minor role
LOCKWOOD EFJI – Disappointing form of late and finished 12th in Class E at Toulouse over 2950m on 9 January. Remains barefoot and could make the frame on best form
LIKELY DU PADOUENG – Unreliable and finished 6th in a Class A over this course and distance on 18 November. Can be a threat to these rivals
Summary: A very tricky race. LE LAURÉAT DU PARC (6) is clearly better than his recent form suggests. He is quite capable of bouncing back to beat rivals in this division. L’ARTISTE D’AVENIR (5) is in very good form and is sure to be competitive once again. LIKELY DU PADOUENG (9) races without shoes, so an improved performance is surely on the card. LOCKWOOD EFJI (8) is another that has not been seen at his best of late but is capable of shining brightly.
SELECTIONS
LE LAUREAT DU PARC (6) – L’ARTISTE D’AVENIR (5) – LIKELY DU PADOUENG (9) – LOCKWOOD EFJI (8)
C7 – PRIX DE FALS – 2625m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 15,000
NASON – A three-year-old colt by Gelati Cut out of Barbue who is making his debut. His mother won 13 of her 66 starts. Could earn some money
NOUMEA D’AMOUR – A three-year-old filly by Follow You out of Ua Damour who is making her debut. Her Dam did not win a race after two starts. Others are preferred
NUBA DE PERVENCHE – A three-year-old filly by Gotland out of Aimée de Pervenche who is making her debut. Her Dam won 11 of her 96 starts. Can win on debut
NORTON KADESH – Disqualified on debut in Class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 4 January. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
NORRIS DU YUCCA – Has not shown much in three starts and was 7th in Class F at Toulouse over 2150m on 9 January. Needs to do more to score
NEMESIS DU METZ – Finished 5th on debut in Class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2125m on 23 November. Tougher task this time and others are preferred
NEZHA DU PATURAL – Finished 5th on debut in Class F at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December. Might play a minor role at very best
NORMAN DE BLARY – Showed some improvement second time out when 5th in Class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 13 December. Can be more competitive and is not out of it
NEVIDENCE ROC – Finished fourth on debut in Class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 4 January. Can be a threat once again
NARRETEPAS GIO – Showed improvement in her second start when fourth in Class B at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 22 December. Should contest the finish
NUCERA BELLA – Showed some promise when third on debut in Class F at Toulouse over 2150m on9 January. Can win over this distance
Summary: A competitive lucky last race. NUCERA BELLA (11) produced a good debut at Toulouse and is likely to get her first win on the board very soon. NARRETEPAS GIO (10) showed improvement second time around and should have plenty more to offer. NUBA DE PERVENCHE (3) had a good qualifying time, and her dam won many races. Betting trend will tell us more closer to the race. NORMAN DE BLARY (8) is improving and can also get involved with the finish over this track and trip.
SELECTIONS
NUCERA BELLA (11) – NARRETEPAS GIO (10) – NUBA DE PERVENCHE (3) – NORMAN DE BLARY (8)
R3 CAGNES-SUR-MER [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DES GRILLONS – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400

AUTEUR – Finished 4th over 2600m in a Class 4 race at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on January 4th. One to pay attention to
INTERSTELLA – Recent success over 2600m in a Class 4 handicap at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on January 5th. Hard to rule out of the frame
RED GRACE – Placed on the last two runs, 4th at Deauville over 1900m in a Class 3 handicap on December 23rd. In the mix
VASIGREEN – Placed 2nd over 2900m in a Class 4 race at Durtal on December 14th. Lacks consistency and others preferred
USER KINDLY – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 2400m at Lyon La Soie on November 17th in a Class 3 handicap. Player
GLACIER PEAK – Several unplaced runs, well beaten over 2500m in a Class 3 handicap at Deauville on August 16th. Hardly inspiring form
MEYUDINE’K – Finished 6th last time at Deauville over 2500m in a claiming race on December 18th. Can make the top four
PICNIC ROYAL – Two unplaced runs since a win over 3400m at Clairefontaine on August 8th in a Class 4 handicap. Might need a few to falter
MAJESTIC HILL – Has been out of form with numerous unplaced runs, 6th at Lyon La Soie on November 17th over 2400m in a handicap. Look elsewhere
MONA TREZY – Two wins of late, the latest over 2600m in a Class 4 race at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on January 4th. Leading contender
Summary: MONA TREZY (10) has scored on her last two starts and is expected to register another success. Her main threat could be USER KINDLY (5), who was a pleasing third at Lyon-La Soie in mid-November in a Class 3 handicap on the all-weather surface. INTERSTELLA (2) scored over a slightly longer trip at Marseille Pont de Vivaux last time and can be involved at the finish. AUTEUR (1) is also one to keep onside.
SELECTIONS
MONA TREZY (10) – USER KINDLY (5) – INTERSTELLA (2) – AUTEUR (1)
C2 – PRIX DE COGOLIN – 2150m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 21,000
ALINKA – Finished 6th over 1900m in a handicap at Deauville on January 2nd. Won a claimer in November and has work to do
HAVEN LAKE CITY – Showed promise when 6th on her debut at Salon Provence over 2000m in a maiden race on November 27th. Each way angle
LA PETITE PIERRE – Finished 4th on her second start over 2000m at Nancy in a maiden race on November 16th. Unlikely to be involved
RED MOON – Showed progress when 4th on her second run at Deauville over 1900m in a maiden race on November 25th. Competitive run expected
LA BELLE OTERO – Two unplaced runs, 6th over 1900m at Chantilly on December 19th, on the most recent of them. Others preferred
HEPBURN – Six placed runs, 4th on her latest over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on December 21st in a maiden race. Can make her presence felt
LOOK – Finished 5th over 2000m at Salon Provence on November 27th in a maiden race last time. Makes limited appeal
JOJO FANTAISIE – Finished 7th over 1800m at Lyon La Soie on December 15th in a conditions race. Vast progress required to feature
LA GRANDE JOA – Two unplaced runs, 9th on the PSF in a maiden race on December 21st. This might be a step too far
FIGMA – Showed improvement when 4th on her second start at Compiegne over 1800m in a maiden on October 10th. Can keep progressing and play a lead role
MARYCHA – Finished 4th on her sole start over 1400m at Pau in a maiden race on October 22nd. One to pay attention to
RIGEL BLUE – Unraced filly by Almanzor, the dam won 1 race. From a respected trainer who can ready one to strike on debut. The betting can guide
Summary: FIGMA (10) showed progress on her second start when she was fourth at Compiegne in a maiden race in early October. She will be ready to go after a layoff. Her main threat could be RED MOON (4), who also shaped better on her second start at Deauville on November 25th in a maiden race. MARYCHA (11) ran with promise on debut when fourth in a maiden at Pau in October and can improve from that. HAVEN LAKE CITY (2) looks best of the remainder.
SELECTIONS
FIGMA (10) – RED MOON (4) – MARYCHA (11) – HAVEN LAKE CITY (2)
C3 – PRIX DE GRIMAUD – 2150m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 21,000
BIG VICTOR – Placed 4th over 2100m at Pornichet on January 3rd in a maiden race. He has work to do to trouble the principles
YODA – Unplaced on the sole run over 1800m at Lyon La Soie on December 15th in a conditions race. Look elsewhere
BLACK THUNDER – Ran well to be 2nd over 2000m at Angers in a maiden on November 2nd. He seems to be improving and has amore to come
TOREBEK – Two unplaced runs. He showed promise on debut at Deauville on December 2nd over 1900m in a conditions race. Each way possibilities
IDOLE DU FRAISSE – Three unplaced runs of late, the latter over 1600m at Pau in a maiden race on December 4th. Hard to recommend
TI AMO BELLO – Has shown plenty in two runs, 2nd on the most recent over 2000m at Salon Provence in a maiden on November 27th. Can get his first success
WOLVERINE – Placed on his last three runs, 2nd at Lyon La Soie over 1800m in a maiden race on December 7th. Can be competitive
GRASWANG – Finished 5th over 1800m at Lyon La Soie in a maiden on December 7th and 2nd before that at Pau in November. One to keep onside
SAINT MARTIN – Placed 4th on both starts, the most recent over 2000m at Salon Provence on November 27th in a maiden race. One to consider
LIGHT L’AUDRIELLE – Unplaced last time, 3rd previously over 2000m at Lyon Parilly in a handicap on November 7th. Outside place contender
TACT – Three unplaced runs, 7th at Pornichet over 1700m in a maiden race on January 7th on the latter. Pass over
MILANO – Finished 6th on his second start over 1950m in a maiden race on October 6th. Capable of making the top four
EL PROFESSOR – Unraced gelding by Intello, the dam won 2 races. Best watched in the betting exchanges for any market support
RAPIDO – Unraced gelding by Mr. Owen, the dam was placed once. Stable runners tend to improve for a run or two and he is best watched on debut
SKY IS THE LIMIT – Unraced gelding by Victor Ludorum, the dam won 3 races. Likely to improve for this run unless the betting market is active
Summary: TI AMO BELLO (6) can overcome a wide draw after two solid placed runs. His second at Salon-de-Provence in late November was full of encouragement. WOLVERINE (7) can make life difficult for the selection, having recorded three recent placed runs, the latest when second in a maiden at Lyon-La Soie in early December. GRASWANG (8) has plenty of talent and can have a say if putting his best foot forward. TOREBEK (4) has shown ability and can be more involved than in his latest disappointing effort.
SELECTIONS
TI AMO BELLO (6) – WOLVERINE (7) – GRASWANG (8) – TOREBEK (4)
C4 – PRIX DES ORANGERS – 1500m (a7f1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,400
DON FALCO – Placed 2nd on his last run over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on January 5th in a Class 4 handicap. Others seem more likely
SANKA CHOP – 5th last time in December, a win before that over 2000m in a Class 4 handicap at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on November 24th. In the mix
LOGIS – Four placed runs recently, 2nd at Lignieres on November 29th in a Class 4 handicap over 2000m. Merits close attention
ELUSIVE NELSON – Placed 3rd on her last run over 2000m in a Class 4 handicap at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on December 16th. Looks vulnerable
POLO BABY – Unplaced last time, 3rd over 1600m in a Class 4 handicap at Chantilly on December 9th. Among the leading contenders
IMAYA – Two nice 3rd place runs recently, the latter over 1400m at Deauville in a handicap on December 13th. Can get off the mark
BOSQUET – 7th on his last start, 2nd before that over 1500m in a Class 4 race on December 16th at Marseille Pont De Vivaux. Hard to recommend
TOO EMIN – Finished 8th over 2000m in a Class 4 race at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on January 5th. Looks safely held
SILVER SCHNOK – Has been placed on her last four runs, 3rd at Toulouse in a Class 4 handicap on November 23rd over 2000m. Enters calculations
MERI SHARMA – Has numerous unplaced runs, 9th over 1500m in a claimer on the PSF on December 8th. One to steer clear of
MAPLE GIRL – Three unplaced runs since a 3rd over 1650m at Amiens on October 29th in a Class 4 handicap. Can make the frame
ROSISSIM – Placed 4th on his last start over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 handicap on December 16th. Opposable
SWEET DAMIANA – Finished 4th at Nancy over 1400m in a Class 4 handicap on November 30th. Unlikely to trouble the principles
BAWE ISLAND – Placed 3rd at Nancy over 1400m in a Class 4 handicap on November 30th. She might find this challenging
LORD ASRIEL D ALME – Placed 2nd on his last run over 1600m at Chantilly on December 27th in a Class 4 handicap. Unlikely to be involved
EL PROFESSOR CHOP – Ran well to be 2nd over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 handicap on December 21st. Hard to overlook
Summary: IMAYA (6) has been third on her last two runs, and her latest at Deauville was a solid performance in mid-December. She can get off the mark and is marginally preferred ahead of EL PROFESSOR CHOP (16), who ran well to be second at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on December 21st in a Class 4 handicap. POLO BABY (5) could be an option for the each-way backers to latch on to. LOGIS (3) is capable of bouncing back to form and be on the premises.
SELECTIONS
IMAYA (6) – EL PROFESSOR CHOP (16) – POLO BABY (5) – LOGIS (3)
C5 – PRIX DES LACS – 1500m (a7f1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
ESSAI TRANSFORME – Two unplaced runs since a 2nd over 1600m at Nantes on November 1st in a Class 4 handicap. One to keep onside
COME TI AMO – Two unplaced runs since a win over 1900m in a Class 4 handicap at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on November 4th. Faces a stiff task
ARCUBIATU – Several unplaced runs of late, 5th two runs back over 2000m at Lyon Parilly on November 7th in a Class 4 handicap. Among the leading chances
LONG STORY SHORT – Four unplaced efforts since a 4th over 1400m at Vichy on August 13th in a Class 4 race. Capable of bouncing back to form and being involved
SLEEPY SUZY – Finished 6th at Saint-Cloud over 1400m in a Class 3 handicap on November 14th. Capable of making the frame
TOOGOODFORSCHOOL – Four unplaced runs since a win over 1400m at Strasbourg in a Class 4 handicap on September 27th. Look for an alternative
MAGIC TREVILLE – Placed 3rd on her last run over 1500m in a Class 4 handicap at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on January 5th. Hard to discount
EKTORIA – Placed 3rd on her last two runs, the latter over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on December 6th in a Class 4 handicap. Not the most reliable
J’AURAIS DU – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 1600m at Chantilly on October 28th in a Class 3 handicap. Others make more appeal
SAINT FIACRE – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 1600m at Chantilly on December 9th in a Class 4 handicap. Player
MONTIGNY – Placed 4th on his last start over 1500m in a Class 4 race on the PSF on December 16th. Unlikely to be a threat
SAOGAWA – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 1400m at Limoges in a conditions race on November 29th. Hard to be enthusiastic about
KATHALINA – Two unplaced runs since a 3rd at Nantes over 1600m in a Class 4 handicap on November 1st. Consider each-way
GRAND MACHO – Two unplaced runs since a 2nd over 1650m at Amiens on November 10th in a Class 4 race. Might find this challenging
SISSI IMPERATRICE – Four unplaced runs of late, 7th on the latter over 2000m on the PSF in a Class 4 handicap on January 4th. Lacks consistency
AUTUMN TWILIGHT – Numerous unplaced runs, well beaten over 1500m in a Class 4 handicap on December 6th in a PSF race. Needs to get back on track
Summary: SAINT FIACRE (10) was a good second two runs back in early December at Chantilly in a Class 4 handicap and is the tentative selection over ESSAI TRANSFORME (1), who has a couple of unplaced runs since a credible second at Nantes in early November in a Class 4 handicap. ARCUBIATU (3) has been a tad below par recently, but is capable of making the top three if getting back on track. LONG STORY SHORT (4) is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
SAINT FIACRE (10) – ESSAI TRANSFORME (1) – ARCUBIATU (3) – LONG STORY SHORT (4)
C6 – PRIX PAUL-ANTOINE PULVENIS DE SELIGNY – 1500m (a7f1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
KARINAS DREAM – Three unplaced runs of late, well beaten over this track over 1600m in a Class 3 handicap on January 12th. Pass over
FOUR FOUR FOUR – Numerous unplaced runs, below par over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on November 20th in a Class 3 handicap. Can be avoided
NOBLE AMBER – In decent form with two 2nd place runs of late, the latter over 1600m in a Class 3 handicap at Saint-Cloud on November 20th. Key chance
BATESCA – Out of form of late, 6th at Deauville on December 22nd over 1500m in a Class 4 race. Needs to be more reliable
WIND OF CHANGE – Finished 4th over 1600m in a Class 4 race at Chantilly on December 19th. Capable of playing a leading role
RUMPLETEAZER – Decent 2nd over 1200m in a Class 3 handicap at Toulouse on November 30th. One to pay close attention to
WONDER BOY – Ran well to be 2nd over 1600m at this track in a Class 3 handicap on January 12th. Can make the top three
BLANC BLEU – Three unplaced runs of late, 8th on the PSF in a Class 3 handicap over 1500m on January 5th. Hardly inspiring
MAMA IMELDA – Finished 5th over 1800m in a Class 4 race at Lyon La Soie on December 7th. Faces a stiff task to be involved
LARNO – Four unplaced efforts of late, the most recent over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 3 handicap on December 27th. Look for an alternative
TANIS – Finished 4th on the last start over 1200m at Nimes in a Class 4 handicap on November 11th. In the mix
AMORCITA – Out of form, well beaten over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap on December 3rd. Unlikely to be a threat
ROMANCE MARINE – Placed on her last four runs, 3rd on the most recent over 1400m at Compiegne in a Class 3 handicap on October 10th. Among the leading each way options
VIVE LA REINE – Two unplaced runs since a 3rd on the PSF over 1500m in a Class 3 handicap on November 12th. Might find a few of these too smart
BAIGNADE – Four unplaced runs of late, 8th at Chantilly over 1600m in a Class 4 race on December 19th. One to consider
CHIVERE – Two unplaced runs since a win over 1400m at Moulins on August 25th in a conditions race. Others rate higher
Summary: NOBLE AMBER (3) has been in good shape and can get a win after two recent second-place efforts. The most recent at Saint-Cloud in late November in a Class 3 handicap. Her main danger could be WIND OF CHANGE (5), who was a pleasing fourth at Chantilly in mid-December in a Class 4 race on his latest start. RUMPLETEAZER (6) could be one for the each-way players to latch on to. ROMANCE MARINE (13) looks best of the others.
SELECTIONS
NOBLE AMBER (3) – WIND OF CHANGE (5) – RUMPLETEAZER (6) – ROMANCE MARINE (13)
C7 – PRIX DU VAL CAREI – 2000m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
ROYAL ENCLOSURE – Placed 4th on his last run over 1900m at Deauville in a handicap on December 30th. Can be on the premises
MAGIC TUNIS – Finished 2nd over 1900m in a Class 3 handicap at Deauville on December 30th. One to pay attention to
DIAMOND ROAD – He has been out of form of late, 6th on the PSF over 2000m in a Class 4 handicap on January 4th. Hard to recommend
OLAF THE BIG ONE – Nice success over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 race on January 5th. Place contender
PARVA SCURRA – Placed 3rd over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 race on January 5th. Ought to be thereabouts
DON NIKOLAOS – Recent success over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 4 handicap on December 30th. Can make the frame with consistent efforts
RABBAH – Finished 3rd on his last run over 2600m in a Class 4 handicap on the PSF on January 5th. He has not been reliable of late
PAS DE VELOURS – She won on her penultimate start on turf at Bordeaux Le Bouscat over 1900m in a Class 4 handicap on November 4th. Seems better suited to the grass tracks
BOLSHKINOV – Placed 2nd over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 handicap on December 16th. Others make more appeal
DREAM WUKAIR – Two unplaced runs since a 4th over 2350m at Strasbourg on March 22nd in a Class 4 handicap. One to avoid
VINO – Placed 3rd over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 handicap on January 4th. Might find a few too smart
MARCAN – Ran well to be 2nd over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 4 handicap on December 30th. Can go one place better this time
RECOLEROS – Two unplaced runs since a 4th over 1850m at Hyeres on April 21st in a Class 4 race. Has work to do to be involved
Summary: MARCAN (12) ran a pleasing race when second at Deauville in a Class 4 race late in December and can get back in the winner’s enclosure at the expense of MAGIC TUNIS (2), who was also second at Deauville in late December in a Class 3 handicap over 1900m. OLAF THE BIG ONE (4) won on the latest start at Marseille Pont De Vivaux earlier this month and can not be overlooked. PARVA SCURRA (5) is another to keep onside.
SELECTIONS
MARCAN (12) – MAGIC TUNIS (2) – OLAF THE BIG ONE (4) – PARVA SCURRA (5)
C8 – PRIX DU PETIT JUAS – 2000m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
CHARLESQUINT – Fair 4th two runs back over 1900m in a claiming race on January 8th. Looking for his 11th success and has outside place claims
VENTS CONTRAIRES – Finished 5th over 1600m in a Class 3 handicap at this track on January 12th. Among the leading contenders
LEPARD – Has dropped in the handicap after a few unplaced runs, 6th two runs back at Deauville in a Class 3 race on December 12th. Place contender
SAINT HELLIER – Unplaced last time, a win previously over 1900m in a Class 4 race at Deauville on November 25th. Can not be discounted
BLUFF – Three unplaced efforts of late, 8th over 2000m in a Class 4 handicap on the PSF on December 16th. Capable on his day and needs to bounce back to form
MADOUSS – Ran well to be 3rd two runs back at Biguglia over 2400m in a Class 4 race on October 5th. This will be challenging
LUCERO – Two unplaced runs since a 4th over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on November 24th in a Class 4 race. Enters calculations
BOSIOH – Has several unplaced runs, showed very little over 2000m in a Class 3 handicap on the PSF on December 6th. Hard to fancy
PIERRE LE GRAND – Five unplaced runs of late, the latter over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on November 24th in a Class 4 handicap. He has eased to a good handicap rating and can be on the premises
ELKABIER – Unplaced once since a 2nd over 2000m at Lyon Parilly in a Class 4 handicap on November 7th. Others make more appeal
PALAZZO – Has been out of form recently, 9th at Deauville on January 8th over 1900m in a Class 4 race. Look elsewhere
STADE VELODROME – Two unplaced runs since a win over 2400m at Prunelli on September 28th in a Class 4 race. Looks vulnerable
MELANIES JOY – Two solid placed runs of late, 3rd on the latest at Deauville on December 30th over 1900m in a Class 3 handicap. Can make his presence felt
TRIPTAJIKA – Three unplaced efforts since a win over 1900m at Deauville on August 23rd in a Class 3 handicap. In the mix
Summary: MELANIES JOY (13) has been in fair form with two placed efforts recently. She is at the right end of the handicap and can get a deserved success. SAINT HELLIER (4) is capable of making the selection work for success. He scored two runs back at Deauville on November 25th in a Class 4 race. VENTS CONTRAIRES (2) has each-way credentials, as does TRIPTAJIKA (14), who is racing from a low weight.
SELECTIONS
MELANIES JOY (13) – SAINT HELLIER (4) – VENTS CONTRAIRES (2) – TRIPTAJIKA (14)
R4 LYON LA SOIE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX PARC DE L’AVESNOIS – 2050m (a1m1/4) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 17,500

MOON DE MONTCIANT – Victorious in Class G at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 30 November. Drops in distance but can follow up
MAHRANA DU HAUTY – Battling to regain best form and finished tenth in Class E at Amiens over 2400m on 9 December. Needs to do more to score
MANY LOULOU – Unreliable but was a good third in Class F over this course and distance on 1 November. Can contest the finish again
MILADY D’ALEX – Usually competitive and finished fourth in Class F over this track and trip on 1 November. Can get involved with the finish once again
MA BELLA DE JED – Yet to win a race and finished 8th in a Class F mounted race at Laval over 2850m on 7 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
MON ENIGME – Did not show her best when 6th in Class E at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2125m on 15 August. Returns from a break but has a place chance
MYSTIQUE LOULOU – Successful in Class G at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 7 December. Drops in distance but is capable of doubling up.
MANITA D’ESPOIR – Did not show much when 8th on debut in Class F at Vichy over 2200m on 26 May. Returns from a break and is capable of improvement but is probably best watched this time
MAM’ZELLE GEM – Showed vast improvement when runner-up in Class G at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 30 November. Can be competitive once again
MADAME BUTTERFLY – Much improved of late and was a barefoot runner-up in Class F at Toulouse over 2350m on 3 January. Remains without shoes and could be ready to score
MISS DU RABUTIN – Showed promise on debut when runner-up in Class G at Chartres over 2800m on 16 November. Can go one better this time around
Summary: A very open-looking first event. MADAME BUTTERFLY (10) has shown improvement in the South-West provinces and looks ready for a first victory, but this is an in-form field of rivals. MISS DU RABUTIN (11) did not do much wrong when runner-up on debut and could go one place better. MOON DE MONTCIANT (1) and MYSTIQUE LOULOU (7) are both recent winners dropping in distance but are clearly capable of winning at this level of competition.
SELECTIONS
MADAME BUTTERFLY (10) – MISS DU RABUTIN (11) – MOON DE MONTCIANT (1) – MYSTIQUE LOULOU (7)
C2 – PRIX PARC DE LA MONTAGNE DE REIMS – 2050m (a1m1/4) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 17,500
MONTOYA – Disappointing form of late and finished 11th in Class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 13 December. Barefoot and could contest the finish
MAVRIK CHICHEVET – Unreliable and finished 8th in Class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 21 December. Capable of better and is not out of it
MISTRAL DES SABLES – Has major disqualification issues and faulted last time out at Grenade-sur-Garonne on 14 December. Hard to trust and needs major improvement to win
MAIK DU HAUTVENT – Disqualified in 5 of his 6 starts so far, including last time out at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 19 October. Could be the surprise package of the race if staying on the trot
MERKEL DE CURBINS – Has disqualification issues but did run well when third in Class F at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 30 August. Returns from a break but is not out of it
MIO DE ROSAN – Has only been modest of late and was 7th in Class E at this track over 2700m on 10 January. Capable of earning some minor money
MAGIC PEGASUS – Not reliable and finished 6th in Class E at this course over 2700m on 10 January. Needs to do a bit more to score
MEGA HORSE – Has not shown much so far and was 7th in Class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2100m on 20 April. Returns from a break and could need this run
MAGIC DU SABLIER – Disqualified last time out at Vichy over 2150m on 13 September. Returns from a break and could need this run.
MINERAL DE PLAY – Finished 11th on debut in Class G at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 30 November. Capable of improvement and should be a threat
MICHEL ANGE – A four-year-old colt by Village Mystic out of Cottie Cash who is making his debut. His dam won 3 of her 18 starts. Can score for Theo Briand
Summary: A very tricky race and anything is possible. MICHEL ANGE (11) is well bred and looks capable of scoring on debut for Théo Briand. MINERAL DE PLAY (10) did not show much first time out but represents a successful trainer-driver combination. MONTOYA (1) is better than his recent form suggests, and will strip fitter this time and be a threat. MAVRIK CHICHEVET (2) is clearly not reliable but also has claims of winning a race of this nature if in the right state of mind.
SELECTIONS
MICHEL ANGE (11) – MINERAL DE PLAY (10) – MONTOYA (1) – MAVRIK CHICHEVET (2)
C3 – PRIX DU PARC DE LA CHARTREUSE – 2050m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 23,000
LIBERTY DU MORTIER – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in Class D at Marseille Borely over 300m n 17 OCtober. Could need this run returning from a break
LAGON DES BROUETS – Did not show his best when 6th in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 2 January. Should be competitive this time around
LEADER CATZ – Successful n Class E at Salon-de-provence over 3000m on 7 December. Drops in distance but is not out of it
LUTIN DU JOUR – Showed some improvement when third in Class E at this course over 2700m on 10 January. Can make the frame
LEADER DES RIOULTS – Disqualified last time out in Class A at Lyon-Parilly over 2650m on 15 November. Some good wins before that and can bounce back to win
LUEGO CONTIGO – Successful in Class E at this track over 2700m on 10 January. Drops in distance but is capable of following up
L’AMBASSADEUR – Did not show his best when unplaced in Class E at this track over 2700m on 10 January. Capable of doing better and is not out of it
Summary: An interesting race. LEADER DES RIOULTS (5) has tried his luck in better races than this. His recent disqualification is easily ignored, and he can bounce back to score. LUEGO CONTIGO (6) was a good winner at this course last week and should be a threat over this shorter distance. LAGON DES BROUETS (2) has ability and is clearly better than his last run. He can contest the finish if back in form. L’AMBASSADEUR (7) is capable of making the frame as well.
SELECTIONS
LEADER DES RIOULTS (5) – LUEGO CONTIGO (6) – LAGON DES BROUETS (2) – L’AMBASSADEUR (7)
C4 – PRIX PARC DE LA FORET D’ORIENT – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 20,000
KRYSTAL DE BERAR – Disqualified last time out in Class F over this course and distance on 10 December. Unreliable but is capable of making the frame
KATIEU DE COUZAN – Disqualified in Class F over this course and distance on 10 December. Not reliable but is capable of winning if in the mood
KEIKO DU CHALET – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a Class F mounted race at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 12 October. Others make more appeal
KALIN ELDE – Knocking very hard at the door and was runner-up in Class F at Marseille-Borely over 2300m on 1 October. Returns from a break but can win if fit enough
KANNIBAL LEKTOR – Did not show his best when 8th in a Class F mounted race at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 12 October. Returns from a break but has a place chance
KILL BILL MARGOT – Unreliable and finished 9th in Class E at Toulouse over 2950m on 9 January. Can get into the mix of things
KAWASI JACK – Disappointing last run when unplaced in Class F at Saint-Galmier over 2050m on 23 August. Returns from a break but can earn some money
KILLER CHARM – Battling to regain best form and was 8th in Class E at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 12 October. Could need this run returning from a break
KING DE BASSIERE – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in Class E over this course and distance on 10 January. Needs to do more to score
KAPORAL DU JOUR – Off form and was unplaced in a Class F mounted race over this course and distance on 10 December. Needs major improvement to win
KABOTIN CHENEVIERE – Not reliable and finished 7th in Class D at Vincennes over this distance on 6 January. Capable of contesting the finish
Summary: A very tricky race. KATIEU DE COUZAN (2) has not won for some time now but did run a lot better than the disqualification suggests last time out. He can win a race of this nature if staying on the trot. KABOTIN CHENEVIERE (11) has only been modest of late but does drop in class and would not be a surprise winner. KALIN ELDE (4) returns from a break but has been hitting the crossbar in his last two starts. KRYSTAL DE BERAR (1) is unreliable but could spring a surprise if applied.
SELECTIONS
KATIEU DE COUZAN (2) – KABOTIN CHENEVIERE (11) – KALIN ELDE (4) – KRYSTAL DE BERAR (1)
C5 – PRIX PARC D’ARMORIQUE – 2050m (a1m1/4) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 23,000
KISS ME DOMPIERRE – Not reliable and finished 7th in Class A at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 15 November. Capable of making the frame
JUSTE PARFAITE – Has disqualification issues but did run well when fourth in Class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2675m on 22 December. Can get involved with the finish again
IDYLLE EVER – Holding form and finished fourth in Class E at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December. Be right there at the finish
HULK DU SABLIER – Much improved last run when runner-up in Class E at Paray-Le-Monial over 2625m on 16 November. Can go one better
IRA STAR – Did not show her best when 7th in Class E at Paray-Le-Monial over 2625m on 16 November. Can earn some minor money at best
KEROS DES BAUX – Disqualified in Class E at Marseille-Vivaux over 2650m on 4 December. Capable of doing better and winning claims
KHEOPS AIREMME – Showed some improvement when fourth in Class E at Marseille-Vivaux over 2675m on 4 December. Can be a threat to these rivals
HYPOLIT DE BEL AIR – Off form and finished 9th in Class G at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 13 December. Needs to find a few lengths to score
INVAR HIGHLAND – Battling to regain best form and was 8th in Class E at Vichy over 2950m on 11 June. Could need this run returning from a break
ISA DES GENIEVRES – Off form and was unplaced in Class F at Vichy over 2950m on 26 August. Should need this run returning from a break
JEZABELLE BEZILLAT – Disqualified last time out in Class G at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 13 December. Unreliable but is capable of a surprise when smart
INCAS D’EURVAD – Disqualified last time out in Class G at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 13 December. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
ILIADE DU GOUTIER – Unreliable and finished 8th in Class H at Paray-Le-Monial over 2850m on 1 June. Others are preferred returning from a break
JACKIE IS BACK – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a Class F mounted race at Vichy over 2950m on 13 September. Could need this run returning from a break
Summary: KEROS DES BAUX (6) faulted last time out at Marseille-Vivaux but is quite capable of bouncing back to win a race of this nature. IDYLLE EVER (3) has a very good record at this course and should be right there at the finish. JUSTE PARFAITE (2) is not easy to trust but can get into the mix of things if staying in stride. KISS ME DOMPIERRE (1) needed her last run and is also capable of winning when if the right mood.
SELECTIONS
KEROS DES BAUX (6) – IDYLLE EVER (3) – JUSTE PARFAITE (2) – KISS ME DOMPIERRE (1)
C6 – PRIX PARC DES GRANDS CAUSSES – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 20,000
JANOT DE TOUCHYVON – Finished 11th in Class G at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 7 December. Might play a minor role at very best
JASMINE LOULOU – Disqualified last time out over this course and distance on 10 January. Battling to regain form and others make more appeal
JALENCIA BELLA – Disqualified at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 15 November. Not easy to trust but has a place chance
JOLIE ARCTIC – Off form and finished 9th in Class G at Lyon-Parilly over 2600m on 30 November. More is needed to score
JUNIOR DU GRENIER – Returned to form with a barefoot win in Class E over this course and distance on 10 January. Can follow up
JAMY DE SAMPANGES – Disqualified last time out over this course and distance on 11 Hanuary. Races without shoes and can bounce back to score
JEANNOT DU SABLIER – Disqualified last time out in a mounted race at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 4 November. Not easy to trust and others are preferred
JOLLY LOOK – Only modest of late and finished 6th in Class G at Lyon-Parilly over 2600m on 30 Nivember. Might play a minor role at best
JALEZIO – Only modest of late and finished 7th in Class E at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 30 November. Needs to do more to score
JASPER JOHNS – Unreliable and finished 9th in Class E over this track and trip on 10 January. Others are much preferred
JAWENN DE KERYANN – Unreliable and finished 6th in a Class F mounted race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 11 January. Better in that discipline and others make more appeal
JOHNNY MIX – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest at Cabourg over 2725m on 16 December. Has done well at this track and could be a threat
JENJOY MAYBE – Consistent of late and finished third in Class H at Paray-Le-Monial over 2625m on 16 November. Could make the frame
JIRARDIERE MERITE – Disqualified last time out in a mounted race at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 4 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
JULIAN DARK – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 31 August. Could need this run returning from a break
JOFESCA BUISSONAY – Very consistent and was runner-up in Class F at Argentan over 2875m on 23 December. Races without shoes and can go one better
Summary: JUNIOR DU GRENIER (5) bounced back to form with a good barefoot win over this track and trip and can follow up if in the same mood. JOHNNY MIX (12) has been struggling of late but does like this track and is a lively danger. JOFESCA BUISSONAY (16) remains in very good form and can challenge for top honours again. JENJOY MAYBE (13) has been consistent in lower-stakes races but can also make the frame.
SELECTIONS
JUNIOR DU GRENIER (5) – JOHNNY MIX (12) – JOFESCA BUISSONAY (16) – JENJOY MAYBE (13)
C7 – PRIX PARC DE LA HAUTE VALLEE DE CHEVREUSE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 20,000
KATINKA MIXO – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 21 December. Struggling to find best form and others are preferred.
KOLYTA DU CHENE – Disqualified at Castelsarrasin over 2375m on 19 October. Very unreliable but is capable of a surprise when in the right mood
KELLY DU LYONNAIS – Battling to find best form and finished tenth in Class F at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 21 November. Very hard to trust and others make more appeal
KAMELIA DE BUSSET – Has some fair form and finished 5th in Class F at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 21 November. Could play a minor role
KAVALE DE BOLERO – Off form and finished 11th in Class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 4 January. Capable of doing better and is not out of it
KAEDI DJOC – Only modest of late and finished 7th in Class E over this course and distance on 10 December. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
KAZANKINA SPORT – Not reliable and finished 6th in Class F over this course and distance on 10 December. Might earn some minor money at very best
KIMBRA DJOC – Has some fair form and finished 5th in Class F over this track and trip on 10 December. Has a place chance in this line-up
KEIRA SMART – Not disgraced when 5th in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 5 January. Can get involved with the finish this time around
KALLISTEE – Disqualified last time out over this course and distance on 11 November. Returns from a break but can win if smart
KYARA – Unreliable and finished tenth in Class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 20 December. Barefoot and is capable of winning
Summary: A very open and tricky race, with not many having recent form. KYARA (11) did not show her best last time out but remains barefoot and could contest the finish this time around. KALLISTEE (10) returns from a break and was disqualified last time out, but is capable of winning a race of this nature. KEIRA SMART (9) hinted that a winning turn may be soon with a good run at Cagnes-sur-Mer earlier this month. KAVALE DE BOLERO (5) is also capable of scoring at this level.
SELECTIONS
KYARA (11) – KALLISTEE (10) – KEIRA SMART (9) – KAVALE DE BOLERO (5)
C8 – PRIX PARC LIVRADOIS-FOREZ – 2050m (a1m1/4) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 14,500
NUNKI QUEEN – Finished 7th on debut in Class F at Angers over 2425m on 11 January. Capable of improvement and might play a minor role
NEO WYNN – Disqualified last time out in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 5 January. Did better on debut and could score if staying on the trot
NOBLE CHARM – Finished 7th on debut in Class F at Angers over 2425m on 11 January. Capable of improvement and could make the frame
NEW YORK D’ATOUT – Only fair so far and finished 5th in Class B at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 22 December. Has a place chance in this line-up
NEUVILLOISE – Has improved with each run and was runner-up in Class F at Montauban over 2400m on 28 December. Should contest the finish
NEMROD KYDE – Only found one better on debut when runner-up in Class F over this course and distance on 10 January. Can go one place better
Summary: A small field, but this should at least be an exciting lucky last race. NEMROD KYDE (6) only found one better on debut. This looks a tougher task, but he may well be up to it with plenty of progress expected. NEO WYNN (2) faulted in his second start, and that run is best ignored. His debut race was a good one, and he will be a threat if smart. NEUVILLOISE (5) is improving and would not be a surprise winner. NOBLE CHARM (3) is another one who should be given some consideration.
SELECTIONS – NEMROD KYDE (6) – NEO WYNN (2) – NEUVILLOISE (5) – NOBLE CHARM (3)

French Selections Saturday 17th

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