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French Selections Sunday 18th

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R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE BEAUCOURT – 2850m (a2m) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 40,000

  1. LUGANO – Unlucky to have been pushed out of the race here in late-November. Has been afforded ample time to recalibrate and his driver will be determined to keep him out of trouble
  2. LE BIEF – Has a pair of runs under his belt following the autumn break. Will be shod to preference this time and should not be overlooked
  3. LET IT SNOW – Has taken particularly well to the Vincennes main track, latterly running 3rd in a 2100m Class E here on 21 December. Takes on a marginally better lot this time and has a decent chance of running into the money
  4. LIGHTNING JIEL – Reliability not his strong suit but ran 3rd, a place behind LUCKY LOVE (10), in a 2700m Class E here in late-November. Sports 4 pads for the first time but others still easier to back
  5. LUCKY MESLOIS – Pleased during the autumn but unplaced in 2 of last 3 and is unlikely to have many friends
  6. LORD SUN DRALIAM – Can trot on a good day but eliminated in last 2. Returns to racing barefoot but has no love for the Vincennes main track and looks a minor place chance at best
  7. LISCADO DE HOUELLE – Can prove a handful but has bags of ability. Just headed in a similar event here 12 days ago and Mathieu Mottier will be expecting to have his way this time
  8. LAWMAN – Missed out by the smallest of margins for the double in a 2700m Class E here on 17 December. Has form with Eric Raffin who will be confident of testing the finish once more
  9. LUCIFER DU CAIEU – Switches code after 2 straight eliminations under the saddle. Is not the best horse in the Bazire stable but is confirmed at Vincennes and will be expected to make his presence felt
  10. LUCKY LOVE – 22 races and still waiting to get off the mark. Has been knocking at the door though and, in current condition, is unlikely to be far off the mark
  11. LITYGE DE CYM – Back under harness after being eliminated at Cabourg early this month and is not about to set off any fireworks
  12. L’ARC – Disappointing on the whole since returning to competition last autumn and can be confidently disregarded
    Summary: He can be a tricky sort on occasion but LISCADO DE HOUELLE (7) just missed out here earlier in the month and it is difficult to see anything else beating him this time. LAWMAN (8) though is plainly close to winning another and looks the main threat. LUGANO (1) has the wherewithal to play an important role in this company, and will be no easy touch if David Thomain keeps him out of harm’s way. LUCKY LOVE (10) has taken well to racing barefoot, is in his category, and can contest a place on the podium.
    SELECTIONS
    LISCADO DE HOUELLE (7) – LAWMAN (8) – LUGANO (1) – LUCKY LOVE (10)
    C2 – PRIX DE LA FERTE MACE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class A – Harness – EUR € 51,000
  13. NELATI DE MORGANE – Respectable sort that ran 4th behind NIKY ELDE (2) here on 11 January. Has ground to make up though and is not a priority
  14. NIKY ELDE – Useful element that ran 2nd to a superb colt last Sunday in a Class B over course and distance. Takes on a better lot this time but with front pads fitted could yet make first 5
  15. NATURALE MAG – Got off the mark in late-November but has twice failed to confirm and will struggle to make his mark
  16. NOTABLE – Completed the hat-trick when running out a commanding winner of a 2100m Class C here on 17 December. Looks the sort to appreciate the main track and has every chance of making it 4 on the trot
  17. NIKO DE TIMBOEUF – Has done everything asked of him to date, recently getting off the mark with ease here. Has earned the right to take to the main track and with pads fitted is unlikely to disappoint. Chance
  18. NOVECENTO – Produced some fine performances late last year including losing his maiden tag here 2 months ago. Was eliminated here on Christmas Eve but sports pads this time and can bounce back. Place chance
  19. NIKKEI PONT ROYAL – Decent type that always gives his best but will need to improve on latest effort here
  20. NEW SUCCESS – Returns to the main track, but at a more reasonable grade, after failing to deliver in a Gr.2 on 13 December. Sports pads this time and looks competitive for a place in the frame
    Summary: Winner of 3 in a row this winter, NOTABLE (4) steps up in category after dominating a Class C here last month; his limits have yet to be defined and Eric Raffin will be justifiably optimistic of securing the 4-timer. He will still be opposed by the freshly-padded NIKO DE TIMBOEUF (5) who opened his account with ease over the inner course just 9 days ago, and a similarly-padded NEW SUCCESS (8) who returns to a more suitable level after biting off more than he could chew in the Gr.2 Prix Emmanuel Margouty last month.
    SELECTIONS
    NOTABLE (4) – NIKO DE TIMBOEUF (5) – NEW SUCCESS (8) – NOVECENTO (6)
    C3 – PRIX LE PARISIEN (PRIX DE LA BEAUCE) – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 52,000
  21. MAJOR DU BISTON – Opened his Vincennes account at first time of asking, securing a 2700m Class D on 12 December. Faces a tougher task this time but is still good enough to finish in the thick of things
  22. MOHAWK – Serious colt that shown a preference for a flatter track. Gets to race without hind shoes this time though and is worth keeping an eye on
  23. MEA CULPA – No slouch on a good day but unremarkable 5th behind MOZART DU DOLLAR (8) here last month and will need to find considerably more
  24. MAMBO DE JAUDRAIS – Quality element that flew up in a 2175m Class D here in early-November. Has not been seen since but is confirmed over course and distance and is well-placed to give this a good go
  25. MANHATTAN JIEL – Handy sort with decent aptitude for both codes but is being aimed too high again
  26. MAITRE D’HOULBEC – Should not be too hastily-condemned for being eliminated in a 2925m Cagnes Class B on 8 January. Ran 5th in a Gr.3 on sole Vincennes appearance and will be competitive if Franck Nivard keeps him trotting
  27. MEYOU DU CAMPUS – Quality colt that has done nothing but improve lately, most recently opening his main-track account at the expense of MALUMA D’ANGIS (9). Hind shoes off for first time and is not incapable of confirming
  28. MOZART DU DOLLAR – Won over the inner course prior to running 2nd in a Class B over 2700m here on 11 December. Will not be sent out at 34-1 this time, is nicely-entered, and can again make the frame
  29. MALUMA D’ANGIS – Close runner-up to MEYOU DU CAMPUS (7) here on 17 December before faulting early 11 days later. Sports modified shoeing for the first time and can turn the tables if Eric Raffin gets him off on the right foot
    Summary: A fine servant, MALUMA D’ANGIS (9) was just edged out by MEYOU DU CAMPUS (7) over longer here last month. Both will be competitively-shod this time, but Eric Raffin’s charge still looks a marginally better bet. MOZART DU DOLLAR (8) put in a pair of fine performances here before being eliminated when full of running at Cagnes 10 days ago, however the new configuration may be just the ticket. MAITRE D’HOULBEC (6) also lost his action that day, but has otherwise been in decent shape, and Franck Nivard will be in the bike this time.
    SELECTIONS
    MALUMA D’ANGIS (9) – MEYOU DU CAMPUS (7) – MOZART DU DOLLAR (8) – MAITRE D’HOULBEC (6)
    C4 – PRIX DE CORNULIER – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Gr1 – Mounted – EUR € 700,000
  30. KID BELLAY – Ran 2nd to KEENGAME (7) in Gr.2 Prix Joseph Lafosse but eliminated in next 2. Is hard to fault when focused though and will have his supporters
  31. ISLAMORADA – A model of consistency over recent months. Winner of Prix du Calvados, at first attempt at this level, and should again prove competitive
  32. HANNAH – Previously a decent sort but current form does little to inspire confidence. Disregard
  33. HEURISTIQUE – Entered the big league late last winter with 2 straight monte victories. Respectable 4th in Prix du Calvados but will nonetheless need to find more
  34. JE M’ENVOLE – Won Gr.2 Prix Paul Buquet before running 4th, a place behind IDEALE DU CHENE (18), in Gr.2 Prix Jules Lemonnier here, when shod, on 20 December. Will be barefoot this time and it would be unwise to ignore his chances
  35. HARMONISTA – Pleasant 3rd in a Gr.3 over course and distance 3 weeks ago, however at this level has no possible chance
  36. KEENGAME – Won 3 on the trot, including Gr.1 Prix Bilibili, before prepping in Gr.3 Prix Léon Tacquet early this month. Takes on some tough older horses this time but should nevertheless hold her own
  37. HALFA – Got back in the game when 3rd to ISLAMORADA (2) in Gr.2 Prix du Calvados a fortnight ago, but still has significantly more ground to make up
  38. KAPAULA DE L’EPINE – Decidedly capable and has previously beaten KEENGAME (7), but takes on the best horses in the business this time and can be passed over
  39. JEROBOAM D’ERABLE – Top-tier trotter with nothing to prove at this level. Made short work of Gr.3 Prix Auguste François over course and distance last month and, in similar shape, can make this his own
  40. IBIKI DE HOUELLE – Gr.2 Prix des Ducs de Normandie winner last May, but has been markedly less-performant since and others easier to back
  41. KYT KAT – Serious sort that twice failed to deliver after winning Gr.2 Prix Edmond Henry in October, and in this company is unlikely to spring any surprises
  42. IGUSKI SAUTONNE – 3rd to JEROBOAM D’ERABLE (10) in Gr.3 Prix Auguste François on monte debut before coming 5th in Gr.2 Prix de Bourgogne under harness. Alexandre Abrivard back on board and looks good enough to finish in the mix
  43. IT’S A DOLLARMAKER – Did not miss a beat in either monte start this term, most recently dominating Gr.2 Prix Reynolds. Looks even better in this branch of the game and can bring the fight to JEROBOAM D’ERABLE (10)
  44. JEAN BALTHAZAR – 6th in 2025 edition and latterly runner-up to ISLAMORADA (2) in Gr.2 Prix du Calvados a fortnight ago. Will be barefoot for first time since winning Gr.1 Prix des Centaures last March and should not be underestimated
  45. INA DU RIB – Quality mare that ran 4th in 2024 and 2nd a year ago. Is a tough nut to crack when barefoot and must be considered a contender
  46. HIRONDELLE DU RIB – Placed just once in 4 Prix de Cornulier starts. Benefits from a progressive preparation, won Gr.1 Prix Henri Desmontils last time barefoot, and should not be discounted
  47. IDEALE DU CHENE – Placed in 1 of 2 Cornuliers, and placed in both starts this winter. Is clearly close to her race but may have to settle for a place cheque
    Summary: Won by mares on the last 6 occasions, it is time for the males to strike back, and JEROBOAM D’ERABLE (10) may be just the one to do it. Classy winner of the Gr.3 Prix Auguste François last month, he excels in the day’s configuration and looks a marginally better bet than fellow-male IT’S A DOLLARMAKER (14) who won his last 2 starts in a metaphorical canter. Barefoot for the first time this winter, INA DU RIB (16) was 2nd 12 months ago and should again figure prominently. IDEALE DU CHENE (18) ran 3rd in 2024, thrives when barefoot, and in current condition is easy to like for a place in the picture. IGUSKI SAUTONNE (13) tuned up superbly for this in the Prix de Bourgogne, having just debuted under the saddle 18 days earlier, and will be barefoot for the occasion.
    SELECTIONS
    JEROBOAM D’ERABLE (10) – IT’S A DOLLARMAKER (14) – INA DU RIB (16) – IDEALE DU CHENE (18)
    C5 – PRIX RADIO FG (PRIX D’ESPALION) – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 59,000
  48. JAMAICA BROWN – Never far from faulting but reassured somewhat in a similar event here a week ago. Front shoes off this time and will be no soft touch if David Thomain keeps her trotting
  49. JOYCE DES GRANGES – Placed in 2 prior to running 5th to JOY JENILOU (8) in a 2850m Class D here on 5 January. In better company this time though and chances appear limited
  50. JENNY DE JOUDES – Moderate mare that has done little of note lately, and has never produced the goods under these conditions. Ignore
  51. JORIA MESLOISE – Good, consistent sort that ran fine 3rd to JUSTICIA SMART (15) here on 21 December. Is barefoot this time, with Yoann Lebourgeois reining, and is worth keeping an eye on
  52. JITANE VALLEE – Gives Vincennes another shot after producing numerous good efforts in Lyon and Cagnes. Has placed just once in 6 main-track starts though and others easier to back
  53. JANE CASH – Serious mare facing first winter objective after a progressive preparation. Is consistently in the thick of things when focused and has every chance of challenging for a place on the podium
  54. JETIDA – 6th in a 2850m Class D on re-entry 2 weeks ago. Will have come on for the race but is still not a contender
  55. JOY JENILOU – Sprang a 14-1 surprise when courageous winner of a 2850m Class D here a fortnight back. Is clearly on the right trajectory and, while not a priority, can still get in on the action
  56. JALOUZ D’OLIVERIE – Going well when she lost her action in a 2850m Class E here last weekend. Has already won twice at Vincennes this term and is unlikely to go down without a fight
  57. IN RACE LORRAINE – Won 2 of last 3, most recently a 2100m Class D on 3 January. Has yet to deliver over 2700m here though and can be passed over
  58. JESTA BUISSONAY – 4th in a monte Class C here on 21 December. Will have other ambitions and can be ruled out
  59. JAFLOSA GIRL – Winner of 2 of 3 before being eliminated in a similar event on 19 December. Has already won twice for Eric Raffin and should be competitive for the win once more
  60. JOUVENCE DE CAREL – Hardy mare with solid references under these conditions, showed her form in good company last weekend, and will not be available at 38-1 this time. Claim
  61. HEXCELLENTE – Unexceptional element with a pair of conditioners in her, but is clearly taking on too much
  62. JUSTICIA SMART – Simply superb since starting to race barefoot. Easily won a 2850m Class E here on 21 December and even in this company looks a serious proposition
  63. IMAGE D’ATALANTE – Sports modified shoeing after failing to deliver in 2 here recently and will first need to get her house in order
    Summary: Seldom disappointing when she has her mind on the game, JOUVENCE DE CAREL (13) left a good impression here last weekend and with no 6 year-olds and foreign horses to contend with this time, she should be good enough to impose. She will, however, be up against Yves Dreux’s JAFLOSA GIRL (12) who should not be too hastily-judged for faulting here a month ago. JUSTICIA SMART (15) has been like a horse reborn over recent months and moves up in category with a lot to contribute. JANE CASH (6) imposed under these conditions last spring and, barefoot following a trio of return runs, will be expected to play a prominent role.
    SELECTIONS
    JOUVENCE DE CAREL (13) – JAFLOSA GIRL (12) – JUSTICIA SMART (15) – JANE CASH (6)
    C6 – PRIX CELINE LECLERCQ – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class C – Mounted – EUR € 68,000
  64. JOSHUA PEJI – First-rate horse for whom it is frequently a case of all-or-nothing. Put in a 1’10”2 performance last time under these conditions and on good behaviour can wrap this up
  65. JINGLE DELO – Enjoying something of a renaissance since being switched back to the monte code. Has never delivered under the saddle here but in present shape is easy to recommend. Place prospect
  66. STACCATO HL – Runner-up to JAG MAHCATH (4) here on 1 December before coming 3rd in a Class D over track and trip last weekend. Will struggle to win this but is in sufficiently good shape to eke out some prizemoney
  67. JAG MAHCATH – Honest element that consistently gives everything he has. Inherited success after disqualification of JOSHUA PEJI (1) here in early-December, but form still cannot be questioned and he must be respected
  68. JOY ALISSA – Undeniably capable but has done little of note in either code for some time and can be ruled out
  69. DOWHATYOUDODOWELL – Has demonstrated decent aptitude for the ridden code but has been found wanting of late and, even though reconfigured, is unlikely to spice things up
  70. JOUR DE FETE – Would have finished close had he not lost his action 50m out here in late-November. Is clearly in top shape and can fight out the finish if he stays in stride
  71. GOLDEN GRACE – Returns to the monte discipline following a pair of harness fresheners but is not the easiest of horses to handle under the saddle and others preferred
  72. GLADIATOR BOY – Back under the saddle after a harness freshener a week ago but in current condition is unlikely to influence the result
  73. HADDOCK DU CLOS – Fine campaigner that excels over 2175m here. Was surprisingly beaten into 2nd in a Class C under these conditions early last month, but Mathieu Mottier will be keen to put things right
    Summary: Exceptional when focused, JOSHUA PEJI (1) alternates the 2 disciplines with exceptional ease. He imposed under these conditions in November and after his recent harness romp looks set to take all the beating. Damien Bonne will still be mindful of JOUR DE FETE (7) who was going well before faulting here last time out, and the superbly-engaged HADDOCK DU CLOS (10) whose latest course-and-distance performance did not go unnoticed. JINGLE DELO (2) has returned to the discipline in cracking form and should again prove good enough to make the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    JOSHUA PEJI (1) – JOUR DE FETE (7) – HADDOCK DU CLOS (10) – JINGLE DELO (2)
    C7 – PRIX DE CHAMBORD – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 41,000
  74. JOBIC KERGWEN – Pleasantly-surprising 3rd of 14 in a Graignes Class F late last month. Runs barefoot this time but still not a priority
  75. JOKER DU PONT – Modest type that would have better prospects at a lower level and can be ruled out
  76. JEAN DES GLENAN – Last of 5, on re-entry, in a 2200m Vincennes monte Class E late last month. Has never produced the goods over the main track and is unlikely to begin now
  77. JOKER DU CHOQUEL – As solid as a rock since mid-November and caught the eye here earlier in the month. Alexandre Abrivard in the bike this time and has a realistic chance of contesting the finish
  78. JACKPOT D’ORGUEIL – Stormed up in a 2100m amateurs Class G here on 11 December. Champion driver at the helm this time and the double looks distinctly possible
  79. JAGUAR DE DALINE – Returns to racing barefoot after running 3rd, a place behind JOEY DU NOYER (12), in a 3000m Chateaubriant Class D on 5 January. Mathieu Mottier in the bike this time and will justifiably generate interest
  80. JERONIMO DU CAUX – Honest individual but has no particular liking for Vincennes. Has decent references when shod, but others still preferred
  81. JEANNOT BUISSONAY – Gave a reassuringly good account when 3rd, a place behind JASMIN VIVANCIERE (10) in a 2850m Class E a month back. Anthony Barrier takes the reins this time and although unlikely to win this, should nevertheless hold his own
  82. JADE – Has been disappointing since late last summer. Was unlucky here last month but is still not a concern
  83. JASMIN VIVANCIERE – Made up for Mauquenchy elimination when 2nd in a 2850m Class E a month back. Seldom disappoints at this level and is not about to start now
  84. JARVIS – Tenacious winner at Mauquenchy before running 2nd, despite a poor trip, in a Class E over track and trip on 20 December. Is in his category and should prove competitive at the business end of affairs
  85. JOEY DU NOYER – Nicely-engaged element that ran 2nd of 16 in a 3000m Chateaubriant Class D on 5 January. Will not be available at 79-1 this time but is unlikely to be as performant either
  86. JARDYLAND – Ran 4th in good company over 2700m here before being eliminated over course and distance late last month. If at ease though, can more than make amends
    Summary: After a few lacklustre performances late last year, JACKPOT D’ORGUEIL (5) got back in the game last month with a commanding victory in the amateur division. He will be reunited with Eric Raffin for the occasion and has a reasonable chance of repeating. He will still feel the heat from JOKER DU CHOQUEL (4) who has been revitalised since moving to Adrien Pereira’s yard, and JARVIS (11) who just missed out on the double under similar conditions late last month. JARDYLAND (13) may not be the most dependable horse here but he showed his form last month and will not be far from the action if Damien Bonne manages to keep him focused.
    SELECTIONS
    JACKPOT D’ORGUEIL (5) – JOKER DU CHOQUEL (4) – JARVIS (11) – JARDYLAND (13)
    C8 – PRIX MICHEL MARCEL GOUGEON – 2700m (a1m1/2) – – Harness – EUR € 90,000
  87. KASH DES CAILLONS – Ran 2nd at 122-1 in Finale Nationale du Trot Open des Régions des 5 Ans in late-November. Was unable to confirm a month later in a Class C over 2700m here however, and looks a minor place prospect at best
  88. KARNAC WOOD – Failed to secure the 4-timer when flopping in the Finale Nationale du Trot Open des Régions des 5 Ans in late-November. Returns fresh though and if there is any horse here that can take on KARMA POWER (8), this is it
  89. KALITA D’HENINEL – Oddly below-par 7th behind KASH DES CAILLONS (1) in 30 November race of reference, but prepped satisfactorily here last weekend, and has a realistic chance of picking up a first-5 payout
  90. KRACKMANIA – Twice runner-up in the provinces before coming 4th in a Class B over course and distance. Goes barefoot again and looks thoroughly capable of playing a prominent role
  91. KENO PETTEVINIERE – Useful trotter but has not been seen out since late-November. Races shod for re-entry and best to hold off
  92. KOTKIE – Won 3 of 5 before finishing 8th behind KASH DES CAILLONS (1) in 30 November race of reference. Is not about to create an upset but is in decent enough form to get in on the action
  93. KNOCKONWOOD – Has been completely out of the picture since imposing at Enghien in August 2024 and is not about to shake things up
  94. KARMA POWER – Remarkably performant when barefoot. Endured a terrible trip here earlier this month but is head-and-shoulders better than the field and, if kept out of trouble, should logically have this in the bag
  95. KOOL DES CHAMPS – Returns to the harness code after passing his monte debut test at Cagnes-sur-Mer 10 days ago, but others still easier to support
  96. KAVIARISSIME – Never the most dependable of horses but has buckets of talent. Showed his form on penultimate run and, given the opportunity, can make his mark. Place prospect
    Summary: KARMA POWER (8) has been a thorough professional since stepping foot on a racecourse. He is patently in rude health and Eric Raffin will be eager to make up for some poor luck he suffered earlier in the month. Leading the opposition, KARNAC WOOD (2) presents a similar profile and his latest performance should not be taken at face value. Far from his best over recent months, KAVIARISSIME (10) nevertheless caught the eye in the Gr.3 Prix de Boissy-Saint-Léger on his penultimate start and must not be underestimated. KRACKMANIA (4) encouraged in a tough Quinte+ race on Christmas Day and looks competitive for a spot in the mix.
    SELECTIONS
    KARMA POWER (8) – KARNAC WOOD (2) – KAVIARISSIME (10) – KRACKMANIA (4)
    C9 – PRIX DE MIRANDE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Gr3 – Harness – EUR € 90,000
  97. LUNELLA LEMAN – Got back in the winners’ circle a month back when superbly securing a 2175m Class C here. Takes on a better lot this time but can still make first 5
  98. LUTIN VENESI – Returns to Paris after running 5th behind LARGO DE CASTELLE (8) in a Cagnes Class D 10 days ago, and has no possible chance
  99. OMERTA BOKO – Finished on the heels of the subsequently-eliminated FELLOW WISE AS (5) in race of reference. Gave a fine account nevertheless and will be expected to apply the pressure on LORD DU GERS (6)
  100. FELDENKRAIS PAL – Was not disgraced in Gr.3 Prix Oscar Collard here on 13 December. Goes barefoot again and, if he gets the distance and stays trotting, there will be prizemoney in it for him
  101. FELLOW WISE AS – Ran 2nd in 2100m Prix Dominik Cordeau here on 1 January only to be subsequently eliminated. Has no references over 2700m but has talent in spades and still looks a major player
  102. LORD DU GERS – Serious, but occasionally capricious, individual that lost his action in 2100m Prix Dominik Cordeau here on 1 January. Looked better than most that day and with application can set the record straight
  103. LITTLE BROWN – Kicked the autumn off well but disappointing since. Returns to racing barefoot but will first need to re-establish his credentials
  104. LARGO DE CASTELLE – Takes a hike in category after running 3rd in a Cagnes Class D 10 days ago. In this company though, will need to be at his best
    Summary: A Gr.2 winner over course and distance last summer, LORD DU GERS (6) lost his action here on New Year’s Day, showing his condition nevertheless, and shod to preference this time, can impose. Runner-up that day, OMERTA BOKO (3) has taken superbly to Vincennes conditions and again looks dangerous. That said, FELLOW WISE AS (5) finished ahead of him before being eliminated, and with application, can fight out the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    LORD DU GERS (6) – OMERTA BOKO (3) – FELLOW WISE AS (5) – FELDENKRAIS PAL (4)
    R4 PAU [R-H]

C1 – PRIX D’ALBRET – 3900m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 32,000

  1. MAVERICK’AMSYL – Four unplaced runs, 5th over 3400m in a Class 3 chase at Lyon Parilly on September 28th. He needs vast progress to feature
  2. MONTGAZON – Showed improvement when 4th on his second try over fences at Pau over this trip in a Class 3 chase on December 20th. Player
  3. MAGNUM D’ERABLE – Two unplaced runs, 7th at this track over 3500m in a hurdle at this track on December 24th. Chase debut and others preferred
  4. MARNAGE – Two unplaced efforts since a 4th at Le Lion D’Angers over 24000m in a flat conditions race. Unplaced over hurdles on the latter in December. Chasing debut and is one to consider
  5. MONTANA DREAM – Two unplaced runs, the latter over 3500m in a hurdle race on December 24th. Tries fences and looks like he has the scope to do well over them
  6. MILLEETUNEVICTOIRE – Won over 3500m at this track in a Class 4 hurdle on December 16th. Could do well over the larger obstacles
    Summary: MILLEETUNEVICTOIRE (6) scored over hurdles at this track in mid-December and has the size and scope to do well over fences. He can follow up on his chasing debut. MONTGAZON (2) could be the one to make the selection work hard for success. He showed nice progress when fourth over the track and trip in a Class 3 chase late last month. MONTANA DREAM (5) has shown ability in the two runs over hurdles and is worth considering on his chase debut.
    SELECTIONS
    MILLEETUNEVICTOIRE (6) – MONTGAZON (2) – MONTANA DREAM (5) – MARNAGE (4)
    C2 – PRIX GUY LEFRANT – CHALLENGE DE L’OBSTACLE EQUINAXY – 4100m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 2 – Cross – EUR € 33,000
  7. AFFORTUNATO – Finished 7th at this track over 4100m in a Class 2 cross-country on January 3rd. Might need a few of these to misfire
  8. FALSTAFF – He has a hat-trick of wins recently, the most recent success was over 4600m in a Class 3 cross-country at Craon on November 30th. Improving and warrants respect
  9. JE SUIS DIVIN – Two solid efforts of late, 2nd at Craon on the most recent over 4600m in a Class 3 cross-country on November 30th behind FALSTAFF (2). Has work to do to reverse that form
  10. RISKMAN – Won over this track over 4700m in a Class 3 cross-country chase on January 9th. Thrives at this track and will be hard to beat
  11. ISAGIRL – Ran well to be 4th over the track and trip in a Class 2 cross-country on January 3rd. Track and trip winner in January 2025. Player
  12. HEMEVOICI – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 4650m at Mont-De-Marsan in a Class 1 cross-country on March 2nd. Should be fit after an absence since April
  13. GO’N WIN – Two unplaced runs since a 3rd at Lyon Parilly over 5200m in a Class 2 cross-country on October 19th. Look for an alternative
    Summary: RISKMAN (4) has plenty of experience at this track and scored in a Class 3 cross-country event nine days ago over 4700m. He was second over this track and trip on his penultimate start in a Class 2 contest. He can edge out ISAGIRL (5), a course-and-distance winner in January 2025 who ran well when fourth over the same route in a Class 2 cross-country event 15 days ago. HEMEVOICI (6) finished a respectable second two runs back and is worth considering, while FALSTAFF (2) heads the remainder.
    SELECTIONS
    RISKMAN (4) – ISAGIRL (5) – HEMEVOICI (6) – FALSTAFF (2)
    C3 – PRIX PAU FOOTBALL CLUB (PRIX JEAN BERNADOTTE) – 3900m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 1 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 50,000
  14. VOL AU VENT – He has won his last three races, all over fences. The most recent over 3450m at Compiegne in a Class 2 race on November 28th. Key chance
  15. BINISEGARRA – Finished 5th last time, a win before that over 4450m in a Class 3 chase at Mont-De-Marsan on December 7th. Has work to do
  16. BEL ENJEU – Placed on his last five runs, the most recent over 3900m at Pau in a Class 1 chase on January 3rd. Faces a stiff task
  17. MAVERIK – Two solid 2nd place efforts of late, the latter over 3400 in a Class 3 chase at this track on December 31st. Can not be overlooked
  18. MA FIERTE – Fair 2nd over 3900m at this track in a Class 1 chase on January 3rd. One to pay close attention to and is sure to be involved
  19. BELLINA DU BERLAIS – Three 2nd place efforts of late, the latter over 3500m in a Listed hurdle on January 4th. Can be competitive
    Summary: VOL AU VENT (1) has taken well to fences, recording three consecutive victories, the latest by 10 lengths in a Class 2 chase at Compiègne in late November. He can win again from his main danger, BELLINA DU BERLAIS (6), who has been knocking at the door with three recent runner-up finishes, the latest coming in a Listed hurdle at Cagnes-sur-Mer two weeks ago. MA FIERTE (5) is also one to note after a solid effort when second in a Class 1 chase at this venue 15 days ago.
    SELECTIONS
    VOL AU VENT (1) – BELLINA DU BERLAIS (6) – MA FIERTE (5) – MAVERIK (4)
    C4 – PRIX CALIXTE BAYROU – 2000m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  20. SOVEREIGNTY – Good 3rd on debut in a maiden over 2000m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Bold each way shout on debut performance
  21. TULSA KING – Solid 2nd in a maiden over 2000m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Has the greenlight to make strong winning claims
  22. SPIRIT BOY – Supplemented Spirit Boy finished 8th in a maiden over 1600m at Pau on the 7th of January 2026. Top choices are more attractive
  23. BEDAIO – Ran 8th in a Claimer over 2000m at Pau on the 2nd of January 2026. Can be considered for the backend of quartets
  24. WOOD STORM – Tough 9th in a maiden over 2000m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Needs to improve on debut run
  25. GARTREE – Difficult 11th in a Claimer over 2000m at Pau on the 2nd of January 2026. Others seem more intriguing
  26. ESPRONCEDA – Supplemented Espronceda was a winner in a Claimer over 2000m at Pau on the 2nd of January 2026. Well entered to make a decent stance
  27. WOOD LAND – Inconsistent 4th in a Claimer over 2000m at Pau on the 2nd of January 2026. Erratic and tough to consider with confidence
  28. SAND SWEEPER – Trying 7th in a maiden over 2000m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Has the potential to polish up on current self here
    Summary: TULSA KING (2) and SOVEREIGNTY (1) are no strangers to each other when meeting in their last start and as they renew their rivalry, they are confidently selected to fill in the first and second place positions. Both candidates have the form to back them up to do so. Supplemented ESPRONCEDA (7) has bagged a win over the track and trip and looks well entered to follow up on his win. SAND SWEEPER (9) has the ability to polish up on himself here.
    SELECTIONS
    TULSA KING (2) – SOVEREIGNTY (1) – ESPRONCEDA (7) – SAND SWEEPER (9)
    C5 – PRIX ELAN BEARNAIS (PRIX JOSEPH DE GONTAUT-BIRON) – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 1 – Hurdles – EUR € 46,000
  29. CALLISTO DU NORD – He has won all three of his starts over hurdles, the latter over 3500m in a Class 1 hurdle on December 14th at this track. Sets the standard
  30. MAGOT DES MOTTES – Three decent efforts, placed over hurdles and then a win over fences in a Class 3 race over 3400m at this track on December 31st. Place chance
  31. MAITRE D’ECOLE – Won on his sole start over 3500m at this track on December 14th.Looks like a nice prospect and can be on the premises
  32. MAGIC BEDE – A winner over 3500m over hurdles at Pau on December 24th on his hurdles debut after solid form on the flat. Player
  33. PHILADELPHIE – Won by 2L on her last start over 3500m in a Class 2 hurdle at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on January 4th. Others rate higher
  34. GEMMA INVICTA – Recent success over 3800m in a Listed chase at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on January 4th. Honest performer who should not be ignored
  35. MUSICA CONTI – 5th last time out over 3400m at Pau in a chase on December 14th. Unlikely to trouble the main protagonists
    Summary: CALLISTO DU NORD (1) has improved with each of his hurdle runs and won with plenty in hand in a Class 1 event over this track and trip in mid-December. He faces a strong challenge from GEMMA INVICTA (6), who scored in a Listed chase at Cagnes-sur-Mer two weeks ago and should have no issues reverting to hurdles. MAITRE D’ECOLE (3) won convincingly on his sole start over course and distance in December and remains open to further improvement. MAGIC BEDE (4) is also worthy of consideration.
    SELECTIONS
    CALLISTO DU NORD (1) – GEMMA INVICTA (6) – MAITRE D’ECOLE (3) – MAGIC BEDE (4)
    C6 – PRIX SECTION PALOISE BEARN PYRENEES-139E GRANDE COURSE DE HAIES DE PAU – 4100m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Listed – Hurdles – EUR € 84,000
  36. KYROV – Placed 3rd on his last two runs, the latter over 3800m at this track on December 28th in a Class 1 hurdle race. Respect and consider
  37. VISION DU RHEU – He has won his last two starts, the latter over 3800m in a handicap hurdle at Pau on January 7th. Likes this track and is hard to ignore
  38. LOVELY GUY – Four good efforts of late, 2nd over 3800m in a Class 1 hurdle at this track on December 28th. In good form and can win again
  39. NIKKALUOKTA – Finished 5th on his last start over 3800m at Pau in a Class 1 hurdle on December 28th. This will be more challenging
  40. KIRSCH PEPPER – Placed 4th last time out over 3800m at Angers in a Class 2 hurdle on December 6th. Unlikely to trouble some of these
  41. CAF’CONC – Two wins last year, the latter over 3800m at Angers in a Class 2 hurdle on December 6th. Improving but others preferred
  42. KIND LOVELY – Won on her last run over 3500m at this track on December 24th in a Class 3 hurdle race. Capable of being on the premises
    Summary: LOVELY GUY (3) has been in top form recently, and was a pleasing second in a Class 1 hurdle at this track late in December. He is marginally preferred ahead of VISION DU RHEU (2), who is seeking a hat-trick after scoring in a handicap hurdle at this track 11 days ago. KYROV (1) should not be ignored after a third in a Class 1 over this track over hurdles in late December. KIND LOVELY (7) makes up the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    LOVELY GUY (3) – VISION DU RHEU (2) – KYROV (1) – KIND LOVELY (7)
    C7 – PRIX XAVIER DE CHEVIGNY – 1400m (a7f) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,400
  43. DRACO – Pleasant 4th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1600m at Pau on the 2nd of January 2026. Strong place chance
  44. FRUITION – Decent 5th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1600m at Pau on the 2nd of January 2026. Will make her presence felt
  45. TOUT SCHUSS – Tough 8th in a maiden over 1600m at Toulouse on the 23rd of November 2025. Others preferred on overall form
  46. OLIVA – A firm winner in a Class 4 Handicap over 1600m at Pau on the 2nd of January 2026. Has every chance in following up despite the penalty
  47. SYMBOLE – Ran 9th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1300m at Deauville on the 9th of January 2026. Erratic but capable
  48. AIME VIPI – Supplemented Aime Vipi finished 8th in a Conditional over 2000m at Pau on the 7th of January 2026. Can be ignored
  49. POLIVATE – Finished 9th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1300m at Deauville on the 26th of November 2025. Tough task at hand
  50. BLOOD DIAMOND – Difficult 12th in a Class 4 Handicap over 1600m at Pau on the 13th of November 2025. One to overlook
  51. TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL – Forgivable 8th in a Class 4 Handicap over 1700m at Pornichet on the 7th of January 2026. Has the experience to be in the frame
  52. TOP GLORY – Disappointing 11th in a Class 4 Handicap over 1700m at Pornichet on the 7th of January 2026. One to respectfully pass by
  53. LADY PINK – Trying 6th in a Class 4 Handicap over 1600m at Pau on the 2nd of January 2026. One for the larger quartet plays
  54. GOOD’ID – Hearty 2nd in a Class 4 Handicap over 1600m at Pau on the 2nd of January 2026. Still a maiden contender but can be involved
    Summary: OLIVIA (4) was an easy winner at this track last time and and could defy the seven pounds penalty. Very effective over 7f, DRACO (1) is finding himself off a competitive mark and in this sort of field, he can make a bold appearance. FRUITION (2) is never far off the action and will once again be involved at the finish. She must be given acknowledgement. GOOD’ID (12) ran an encouraging second last time but is yet to win a race. It will be a dream come true if she pulls it off here.
    SELECTIONS
    OLIVA (4) – DRACO (1) – FRUITION (2) – GOOD’ID (12)
    C8 – PRIX PAU BILLERE HANDBALL (PRIX D’OGEU-LES-BAINS) – 2000m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  55. AMBROSIA DE VAIGE – Well trying 5th on debut in a maiden over 2000m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Can be threatening
  56. GREEN MISCHIEF – Good effort on debut finishing 4th in a maiden over 2000m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Can strike here
  57. DAMABIAH ANGEL – Warm 4th in a maiden over 1600m at Pau on the 7th of January 2026. Has the potential to place in this field
  58. BARENIA – Ran 6th on debut in a Claimer over 2000m at Auch on the 5th of October 2025. Returns after a minor break and may need the freshener
  59. OCEAN DROP – Trying 6th in a Claimer over 2000m at Pau on the 2nd of January 2026. Can feature into the larger quartet plays
  60. LANTEPENULTIMA – Difficult 12th in a maiden over 2000m at Pau on the 13th of November 2025. Others seem more intriguing
  61. SWEET OHANA – Tough 12th on debut in a maiden over 2000m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Needs to show improvement
  62. TOUCH IN THE NIGHT – Inconsistent 14th in a maiden over 2000m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Highly erratic of late
  63. UNICORN DELAFLEUR – Supplemented Unicorn Delafleur finished 10th in a Claimer at Toulouse over 2000m on the 30th of November 2025. One to pass by
  64. EAGLE SPEED – Supplemented Eagle Speed finished 10th in a maiden over 1700m at Pornichet on the 14th of December 2025. One for the exotics
  65. EAGLE TREE – Supplemented Eagle Tree finished 7th in a maiden over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on the 5th of January 2026. Others preferred
  66. TWO NIJINSKY CEN – Credible debut finishing 5th in a maiden over 1600m at Pau on the 4th of December 2025. Good winning chance
    Summary: TWO NIKINSKY CEN (12) delivered a credible performance when finishing fifth on debut and with improvement very likely, he can kickoff his winning ways in her second outing. GREEN MISCHIEF (2) opened her career running with a professional fourth and looks to pack some ability where she can threaten the top choice. AMBROSIA DE VAIGE (1) should improve a lot from her debut run and cannot be ruled out. DAMABIAH ANGEL (3) holds a strong place chance.
    SELECTIONS
    TWO NIJINSKY CEN (12) – GREEN MISCHIEF (2) – AMBROSIA DE VAIGE (1) – DAMABIAH ANGEL (3)
    C9 – 139EME GRAND PRIX DE PAU – BIRABEN FOIE GRAS – PRIX ANDRE LABARRERE – 5300m (a3m1/4) – TURF – Gr3 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 143,000
  67. METASEQUOIA – Two wins of late, the latter over 4400m in the Prix Georges (Grade 2) chase at Auteuil on December 7th. Course winner back in 2023 and a leading contender
  68. KIF KIF BOURRICOT – Below par on the last three runs, failing to finish over 4700m in a Listed chase at this track on December 28th when falling at the last. Looked in contention for podium that day and can redeem himself
  69. BREXIT – Recent success over 3800m in a Class 1 hurdle at this track on December 28th. Acts well over fences and will be ideally suited by the trip. Player
  70. KAPACA DE THAIX – He has won his last two races, the latter over 4700m in a Listed chase at this track on December 28th. One to take seriously with more progress to come
  71. KILOMETRE ILLIMITE – Three good efforts of late, 2nd on the most recent over 4700m in a Listed chase at Pau on December 28th. Place prospect
  72. EXUPERY – Finished 5th at this track over 4700m in a Listed chase on December 28th. Tough task ahead to make the top three
  73. SAINT CRUSH – Unplaced last time, 3rd previously at this track on December 10th over 4000m in a Class 1 chase. Others rate higher
  74. ROYAL PALOMA – Won on the most recent start over 3800m in a Class 4 chase at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on January 6th. This requires a good deal more
    Summary: METASEQUOIA (1) has scored on the last two starts, the most recent at Auteuil in the Prix Georges (Grade 2) chase on December 7th. He sets the standard in this Grade 3 chase. BREXIT (3) can make things interesting. He won over hurdles at this track in a Class 1 hurdle late in December, but is effective over fences. KAPACA DE THAIX (4) will be full of confidence after two wins in December and is hard to overlook. KILOMETRE ILLIMITE (5) looks best of the rest.
    SELECTIONS
    METASEQUOIA (1) – BREXIT (3) – KAPACA DE THAIX (4) – KILOMETRE ILLIMITE (5)
    C10 – PRIX EIRA DU BREIL – 2000m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,400
  75. ZELICA – Not a bad effort finishing 5th in a Class 4 Claimer over 2400m at Pau on the 2nd of January 2026. Holds a quartet chance
  76. GREAT CHARLIE – Pleasant 5th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2100m at Pornichet on the 3rd of January 2026. Must have an each way shout
  77. AGAMEMNON – Trying 7th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Pau on the 9th of January 2026. Experience can prevail here
  78. WHAT ELSE – Ran 11th in a Class 4 Claimer over 2100m at Pornichet on the 7th of January 2026. Hard to recommend with confidence
  79. L’ETOILE DE FRANCE – Inconsistent 12th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2400m at Pornichet on the 28th of December 2025. Erratic of late
  80. PERSEVERANZA – Good 2nd in a Class 4 Handicap over 2400m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Can disrupt the top 4 play
  81. AL AAMRIYA – Hearty 6th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2000m at Pau on the 20th of December 2025. One for all exotic plays
  82. XARUN – Hard knocking 7th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1600m at Pau on the 2nd of January 2026. One for the backend of quartets
  83. HAUTE GAMME – Solid 2nd in a Class 3 Handicap over 1600m at Pau on the 2nd of January 2026. Long overdue his 4th career win
  84. TORPILLON – Disappointing 15th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2000m at Pau on the 20th of December 2025. Top choices look more attractive
  85. LILY OFTHE KINGDON – Supplemented Lily OfThe Kingdon finished 12th in a Class 4 Claimer over 2100m at Pornichet on the 7th of January 2026. One to pass by
  86. PORT GALLAND – Difficult 13th in a Class 4 Handicap over 1600m at Pau on the 4th of December 2025. Can look elsewhere
  87. JUBBAH – Finished 6th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2100m at Pornichet on the 14th of December 2025. Others make more appeal
    Summary: HAUTE GAMME (9) is all the rage in this contest and is long overdue his fourth career success. If he knocks hard enough, the winning doors shall open for him this time around. GREAT CHARLIE (2) is in good condition and seems to be strongly motivated of late. He can catch the top choice if he is not quick enough to romp home. AGAMEMNON (3) is one that packs a bunch of experience and will be of no surprise if experience prevails here. AL AAMRIYA (7) completes the mix.
    SELECTIONS
    HAUTE GAMME (9) – GREAT CHARLIE (2) – AGAMEMNON (3) – AL AAMRIYA (7)
    C11 – PRIX SECTION PALOISE PELOTE (PRIX DES EAUX-BONNES) – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,100
  88. CHERGUI – A winner in a Conditional over 4000m at Madrid on the 30th of November 2025. Returns to French surfaces and can be encouraging
  89. SPANISH LIGHT – Supplemented Spanish Light finished 3rd in a Class 4 Claimer over 2400m at Pau on the 9th of January 2026. One for the backend of quartets
  90. HAUSSEZ – Supplemented Haussez was a winner in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Pau on the 9th of January 2026. Lurker chance to pop up
  91. ROYAUMONT – Inconsistent 8th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2400m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Others make more appeal
  92. SHALOHA – Promising 4th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2400m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. One for the exotic plays
  93. SHARP RISE – Smart 2nd in a Class 3 Handicap over 2400m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Can cause chaos at the finishing line
  94. HEAVEN CITY – Bold winner in a Class 3 Handicap over 2400m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Can follow up on his win
  95. GLORIETTE SAN – Forgivable 10th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2400m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Earlier form shows she can feature
  96. MAD WHIP – Encouraging 3rd in a Class 3 Handicap over 2400m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Solid each way chance
  97. PLATEADO – Difficult 6th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2400m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. One to pass by here
  98. I STILL DREAM – A winner in a Class 4 Handicap over 2400m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Can be visible in the mix if wise
  99. TEMPLE GATE – Finished 12th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2400m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Others weigh more attraction
  100. EL TIGRE – Discouraging 11th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2400m at Pau on the 26th of December 2025. Can be ignored this time
    Summary: Interesting event as the top four selections represent the same form from their last attempt. HEAVEN CITY (7) was a firm winner over the course and distance and he looks to have all accolades to follow up. MAD WHIP (9) was highly lethal when flying in for third and the team would have done their homework into executing a winning strategy this time. SHARP RISE (6) was second in command last time and can to go one closer. He deserves major consideration. SHALOHA (5) completes the quartet mix.
    SELECTIONS
    HEAVEN CITY (7) – MAD WHIP (9) – SHARP RISE (6) – SHALOHA (5)
    R5 PONT DE VIVAUX [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DU CASTELET – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class G Amateur Drivers – Harness – EUR € 6,000

  1. ICK DU VIVIER – Knocking very hard at the door and was runner-up in Class G at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 8 January. Be right there at the finish
  2. KEOPS DU CHATAULT – Did not show his best when 8th in a Class F mounted race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 11 January. Big chance back in a harness race
  3. JULES ET JIM – Battling to find best form and faulted last time out in Class F over this course and distance on 13 January. Others make more appeal
  4. JACOBS CREEK – Disqualified last time out in Class G at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 13 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  5. KEONA DELALANDE – In good form and was runner-up in Class E over this course and distance on 4 December. Not barefoot this time but can earn some money
  6. IMOKO MADRIK – Did not show his best when 9th in Class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 11 January. Capable of making the frame
  7. IDEAL DU BRIEU – Disqualified twice in his last three starts, including last time out at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2700m on 2 January. Capable of contesting the finish when smart
  8. FILOU RIEZAIS – Has struggled od late and was unplaced in Class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 11 January. Needs to do more to score
    Summary: KEOPS DU CHATAULT (2) did not shine last time out at Cagnes-sur-Mer. He does his best work with this shoeing and can bounce back to beat these rivals and take out this opening event. ICK DU VIVIER (1) is threatening to win and should contest the finish yet again. IDEAL DU BRIEU (7) is not easy to trust but can get into the mix when smart. IMOKO MADRIK (6) is also not reliable but is capable of making the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    KEOPS DU CHATAULT (2) – ICK DU VIVIER (1) – IDEAL DU BRIEU (7) – IMOKO MADRIK (6)
    C2 – PRIX DE POMEGUES – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Mounted – EUR € 28,000
  9. HORACE – Kept to harness races of late and was unplaced in Class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 5 January. Has run well in this discipline before and could make the frame
  10. ICARE DU POMMEREUX – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in Class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 18 December. Hard to trust and others are preferred
  11. HEPICETOU – Battling to find best form and was unplaced in a Class F harness race at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2950m on 2 September. Returns from a break and could need this run
  12. GALVESTON – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a Class D harness race at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 30 November. Can be a threat
  13. ILLICO JULRY – Unreliable and finished 6th in a Class E mounted race over this course and distance on 11 December. Likes this track and is capable of scoring
  14. ILLICO DE BOUTEAU – Did not show his best when 8th in a Class D mounted race at Vincennes over 2175m on 10 January. A winner at this track before that and can win again
  15. JOLIE DE L’AUMANCE – Not reliable and finished 9th in a Class E mounted race over this course and distance on 11 December. Capable of doing better and is not out of it
    Summary: A small field but a difficult race. ILLICO JULRY (5) has not been the force he was of old but is capable of bouncing back to win a race in this division. ILLICO DE BOUTEAU (6) is best judged on his win at this track in his penultimate start and has claims. JOLIE DE L’AUMANCE (7) is not reliable but has enough ability to win when in the right mood. HORACE (1) has yet to score under the saddle but could be competitive.
    SELECTIONS
    ILLICO JULRY (5) – ILLICO DE BOUTEAU (6) – JOLIE DE L’AUMANCE (7) – HORACE (1)
    C3 – PRIX MASINA – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 19,500
  16. MAELLIA – Finished fourth on debut in Class G at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 7 December. Can contest the finish again
  17. MYSTESS DE CANI – Disqualified last time out in Class F over this course and distance on 13 January. Capable of doing better and has a place chance
  18. MONEYTIME DUCAMPUS – Has improved of late and was runner-up in Class F at Saint-Omer over 2625m on 3 August. Can be a lively danger if fit from a break
  19. MISTER DES THUYAS – Disqualified last time out in Class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 11 January. Hard to trust and others make more appeal
  20. MAE DU RILER – Only modest of late and finished 9th in Class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 18 December. Could be the surprise package of the race
  21. MONEY SIXTY ONE – Has disqualification issues and faulted last time out in Class F over this course and distance on 13 January. Can make the frame when smart
  22. MON BEAU MEC – Unreliable and finished 6th in Class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 11 January. Might play a minor role
  23. MAKHILA D’HERIPRE – Improving and finished third in Class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 11 January. Big chance in this line-up
    Summary: MAKHILA D’HERIPRE (8) is improving and is coming off a good performance at Cagnes-sur-Mer, where he ran third last week. Barefoot this time, he could score but faces some talented rivals. MONEYTIME DUCAMPUS (3) returns from a break but gets a healthy start and could win if fit enough. MONEY SIXTY ONE (6) is not easy to trust but should challenge for top honours if staying on the trot. MAELLIA (1) was not disgraced on debut and could earn some money with improvement likely.
    SELECTIONS
    MAKHILA D’HERIPRE (8) – MONEYTIME DUCAMPUS (3) – MONEY SIXTY ONE (6) – MAELLIA (1)
    C4 – PRIX D’ALLAUCH – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 24,000
  24. JIVAGO DE BEYLEV – Has struggled of late and was 11th in Class F at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 10 September. Remains barefoot but could need this run returning from a break
  25. JACQUIE DU GARDEN – Not reliable and finished 8th in class E at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 10 January. Returns barefoot and could pop up in a place
  26. ILLUSTRE BLUE – Finished 6th in class F over this track and trip on 13 January. Might need to do more to beat these rivals
  27. JAIZKIBEL – Not reliable and finished 4th in class F at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 30 November. Capable of making the frame
  28. JACK DU TRUFIER – Usually competitive and was 4th in class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 14 December when barefoot. Can earn some more money
  29. JANTALINE – Has some fair form and finished 5th in class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 30 December. Can be competitive this time around
  30. JOB DE CORDAY – Only modest of late and was 8th in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 15 November when barefoot. Not this time and others are preferred
  31. JOLI CHARMEUR – Disqualified in class F over this course and distance on 4 December. Races without shoes and can bounce back to score
  32. JOLI MEC D’AMOUR – Victorious in Class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 23 December when barefoot. Not barefoot this time and others are preferred
  33. IBERICO – Finished 7th in class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 18 December. May need to find a few lengths to score
  34. JINGALO BABEL – Finished 10th in class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 11 January. Victorious in October and is not out of it
  35. JAGUAR JENILOU – Did not show his best when 9th in class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 13 December. Victorious in November and could earn some money
  36. JALAPENO – Not reliable and was 6th in class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 8 January. Has a place chance in this line-up
  37. JUST FOR YOU – Disappointing last run when 6th in class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 27 December. Had some nice wins before that and has claims
    Summary: A very open race. JOLI CHARMEUR (8) fluffed his lines over this course and distance when last seen at the beginning of December. He is barefoot this time and could make amends. JANTALINE (6) also races without shoes and is in good form, so she must be respected for that. JUST FOR YOU (14) had some nice wins before her modest last run and has claims in this line-up. JINGALO BABEL (11) is also capable of bouncing back to score at this level.
    SELECTIONS
    JOLI CHARMEUR (8) – JANTALINE (6) – JUST FOR YOU (14) – JINGALO BABEL (11)
    C5 – PRIX DE CAZAN – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 28,000
  38. REDBULL PELLINI – Not reliable and was 6th in class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 8 January. Might play a minor role at very best
  39. ILOUMAX – Unreliable and was 7th in class G over this track and trip on 13 January. More is needed to beat these rivals
  40. INDESKAYA BIRD – Victorious in Class F over this track and trip on 11 December. In good form and is clearly not out of it
  41. INTERMEDE DU RIL – Not reliable but was 3rd in class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 5 January. Can contest the finish
  42. JUST D’HERIPRE – In good shape and was 3rd in class G at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2700m on 30 December. Could play a minor role
  43. DINGO (ITY) – Victorious at Milan over 1600m on 8 January. Consistent and could be capable of getting involved with the finish
  44. JAMAIQUE TURGOT – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up in class G over this course and distance on 13 January. Can fight out the finish again
  45. HATOUT DE CONNEE – Disqualified in class G at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2700m on 30 December. Remains barefoot but has major disqualification issues and others make more appeal
  46. JUST VERY NICE – Holding form and finished 3rd in class E at Vincennes over 2850m on 26 December. Big chance in this line-up
  47. EVEN STEVEN – Not reliable and was 5th in class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2700m on 8 December. Might need to do more to beat these rivals
  48. HELIOT DE GACHERE – In good shape and was 3rd in class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 5 January. Has a place chance in this line-up
  49. HANA D’OCCAGNES – Only modest of late and was 6th in class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 5 January. Remains barefoot but needs to improve to score
  50. ILLICO DU JAS – Consistent and was runner-up in class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 5 January. Not out of it
  51. IDEM DU PONT – Not disgraced when 5th in class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 8 January. Victorious in October and is capable of an upset
    Summary: A very competitive race. HATOUT DE CONNEE (8) is holding his form nicely enough. He could have a winning turn over this course and distance. JAMAIQUE TURGOT (7) is threatening to score and can challenge for top honours once again. DINGO (ITY) (6) has proven capable of winning in France and is not out of it. INTERMEDE DU RIL (4) is not reliable but is one of a couple of other rivals that are capable of victory.
    SELECTIONS
    JUST VERY NICE (9) – JAMAIQUE TURGOT (7) – DINGO (ITY) (6) – INTERMEDE DU RIL (4)
    C6 – PRIX D’ANGERS – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 22,000
  52. KENJY BEL – Has some fair form and finished fourth in Class F over this course and distance on 13 January. Might play a minor role
  53. KECOU DE VILLABON – Showed vast improvement when runner-up in Class F over this course and distance on 13 January. Not easy to trust but can go one place better
  54. KEOPS JUTH – Disqualified in four of last five starts, the latest in Class F over this track and trip on 13 January. Capable of winning when smart
  55. KAPTAIN DE CRISTAL – Not reliable and finished 5th in Class F over this track and trip on 13 January. More is needed to beat these rivals
  56. KALL ME SIXTY ONE – Holding form and finished fourth in Class F over this track and trip on 11 December. Can get into the mix of things once again
  57. KRAC DE CAZOULENE – In good shape and was runner-up in Class D at argentan over 2150m on 14 December. Can be a threat once again
  58. JOJO DE BOURGOGNE – Successful in Class G at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 7 December. Has disqualification issues but can double up
  59. JOYAU DE FAEL – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in Class D at Agen-La Gaeonne over 2575m on 11 January. Needs major improvement to win
  60. KAWESAQUEL – Faulted last time out in Class E at Lyon-La Soie over 2725m on 11 November. Capable of earning some money when smart
  61. KING KONG SMILE – Usually competitive and finished third in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 11 January. Should contest the finish
  62. KENDO JIEL – Unreliable and faulted last time out in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 11 January. Has a place chance on best form
  63. JAVERT – Non runner
  64. KERNEL DE NUIT – Only modest of late and finished 5th in Class G at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2950m on 8 January. Can play a minor role at very best
  65. JUST SIXTY ONE – In good form and finished third in Class F over this course and distance on 29 October. Returns from a break and could need this run
    Summary: KEOPS JUTH (3) clearly has the ability to win a race of this nature and gets the narrow vote to score, but he is very hard to trust. JOJO DE BOURGOGNE (7) also has disqualification issues but was a good winner at Salon-de-Provence last time and can follow up. KING KONG SMILE (10) has not scored for some time but is consistent and clearly capable of winning again. KECOU DE VILLABON (2) can go one place better on the good last performance.
    SELECTIONS
    KEOPS JUTH (3) – JOJO DE BOURGOGNE (7) – KING KONG SMILE (10) – KECOU DE VILLABON (2)
    C7 – PRIX DU CHATEAU D’IF – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 22,000
  66. KORIGANE DE LARA – Has disqualification issues and faulted last time out in Class F at Carpentras over 2650m on 4 October. Could need this run returning from a break
  67. KAMELIE DU CAMPUS – Unreliable and finished 7th in Class E at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 10 January. Capable of an upset on best form
  68. JOIA DE PIENCOURT – Disqualified twice in her last three starts, including last time out in Class F over this course and distance on 13 January. Others make more appeal
  69. KOOKEY MELODY – Disqualified twice in her last three starts, the latest in a Class E mounted race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2950m on 2 January. Can make the frame when smart
  70. KOUROUKA BLUE – Faulted last time out in Class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 20 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  71. JUST PRETTY ONE – Only modest of late and finished 8th in Class D at Vincennes over 2850m on 4 January. Can be a threat to these rivals
  72. KALIE WOOD – In good form and finished third in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 5 January. Should contest the finish
  73. KAICHA – Holding form and finished fourth in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 11 January. Has claims in this line-up
    Summary: A very open race. KAICHA (8) has been consistent of late, is barefoot, and could be ready for a winning turn. JUST PRETTY ONE (6) has only been modest of late but is capable of winning a race of this nature. KALIE WOOD (7) remains in good shape and would not be a surprise winner over this track and trip. KOOKEY MELODY (4) has some ability and can be a lively threat if staying on the trot this time around.
    SELECTIONS
    KAICHA (8) – JUST PRETTY ONE (6) – KALIE WOOD (7) – KOOKEY MELODY (4)
    C8 – PRIX DE COURCHEVEL – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 19,500
  74. L’OCEAN – In good shape and finished third in Class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 30 December. Barefoot and is a threat
  75. LA QUICK – Unreliable and finished fourth in Class E at Nimes over 2750m on 16 November. Might earn some money
  76. LUCINDA WELL – Battling to find best form and was 7th in Class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 30 December. Others make more appeal
  77. LAURA DE CREPIN – Successful in Class E at Graignes over 2700m on 30 November. Remains in good shape and can score again
  78. LIBERTY FRANCE – Victorious in Class E at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 10 January. In good form and is quite capable of doubling up
  79. LETTY DE BEYLEV – Unreliable and finished 8th in Class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 17 December. Might play a minor role at best
  80. LISBETH – Very consistent and finished third in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 2 January. Be right there at the finish
  81. L’AMIRAL DARLING – Showed improvement when fourth in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 2 January. Can make the frame
  82. LAVAMA – Not disgraced when 5th in Class G at Marseille-Borely over 3000m on 17 October. Can get involved with the finish if fit enough
    Summary: A very open lucky last race. LISBETH (7) is very consistent and gets a narrow vote to score. She does, however, give a 25m start to some recent winners in LAURA DE CREPIN (4) and LIBERTY FRANCE (5), so it will not be easy for her. LAURA DE CREPIN (4) returns from a short break but can win if ready enough. LIBERTY FRANCE (5) is fit and in good form and will not go down easily. L’OCEAN (1) is barefoot for the very first time and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS – LISBETH (7) – LAURA DE CREPIN (4) – LIBERTY FRANCE (5) – L’OCEAN (1)

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