User's blog

French Selections Wednesday 21st

—

by

keith
in

R1 CAGNES-SUR-MER [L-H]

C1 – PRIX UNE DE MAI – 2925m (a2m) – Class A – Harness – EUR € 58,000

  1. HERALDIQUE – Returns to France, and debuts at the venue, after running 2nd over 2000m in Gelsenkirchen 2 months ago. Comes here fresh but others still easier to back
  2. GOLDEN VISAIS – 5th to FUTUR DU CHENE (6) in a Class B over course and distance late last month, but faces a stiffer test this time around
  3. GREGOR – Surprise 7th of 15 in 2900m Gr.3 Prix de la Côte d’Azur here on 8 January, however chances of a repeat seem limited
  4. GREAT OF MADRIK – Encouraging, but surprise, 3rd to FUTUR DU CHENE (6) in a Class B over course and distance late last month, and is not about to confirm
  5. HEROS DES MOTTES – Was not disgraced on debut for new trainer when 9th of 15 in a Gr.3 here a fortnight ago. Sports modified shoeing and cannot be discounted
  6. FUTUR DU CHENE – Made amends for Bordeaux elimination when courageous winner of a Class B over course and distance late last month. Seldom disappoints when barefoot, presents solid Cagnes credentials, and is unlikely to be far off the mark
  7. GIMY DU POMMEREUX – Unremarkable 6th behind HUDO DU RUEL (12) in a Gr.3 over track and trip on 20 December, and has no possible chance
  8. GALA DE CRENNES – 12th of 14 in Gr.3 Prix de la Côte d’Azur here on 8 January. Will be competitively-shod this time and will have his supporters
  9. ISTER MAN – Twice disappointed in Paris before making short work of a 2650m Marseille-Vivaux Class C on 11 December. Is new to the venue but it is still hard to see him disappointing. First 5
  10. GIBUS – Back at a more reasonable level after running 10th in Gr.3 Prix de la Côte d’Azur here on 8 January. Front shoes off this time but still no more than a minor place chance
  11. IBISCUS MAN – Made up for mid-December elimination when 4th in a 2100m Vincennes Class A 2.5 weeks ago. Made short work of last summer’s Cagnes debut and with application has a decent chance of confirming
  12. HUDO DU RUEL – First-rate trotter that ran 2nd in a Gr.3 over track and trip a month back. Simply thrives at the venue and will be expected to figure prominently
  13. HAPPY DANICA – Serious mare with a particular appreciation for Cagnes-sur-Mer. Won this very race 12 months ago and in current condition should prove competitive for a place in the frame
  14. HYMNE DU GERS – Wonderfully-entered element facing first target of the winter. Won an Angers Gr.3 last time barefoot and will be expected to give IBISCUS MAN (11) a run for his money
    Summary: Fourth in the Class A Prix de Lille at Vincennes earlier in the month, IBISCUS MAN (11) flew up under these conditions last summer and clearly has a claim on the silverware. It will not be all plain sailing though given the presence of HYMNE DU GERS (14) who benefits from a golden entry. Simply superb at Cagnes-sur-Mer, HAPPY DANICA (13) held her own in a Gr.3 recently and is not about to let the side down. HUDO DU RUEL (12) has had bags of time to recuperate from his Gr.3 Grand Prix de Noël second place and will justifiably garner support. Reassuring at Marseille-Vivaux last month, ISTER MAN (9) warrants respect.
    SELECTIONS
    IBISCUS MAN (11) – HYMNE DU GERS (14) – HAPPY DANICA (13) – HUDO DU RUEL (12)
    C2 – PRIX DES ANCOLIES – 2925m (a2m) – Gr3 – Harness – EUR € 47,000
  15. MANHATTAN ROUSSAC – 27 runs and still to lose his maiden tag. Continues to race barefoot but can expect to have few takers
  16. MAESTRIA GALAA – Respectable but unthreatening 4th to MAASAI (4) in a Class B over course and distance a fortnight ago, but is being asked to do too much this time
  17. MAFIATIME DUCAMPUS – Sprang a 39-1 surprise when winning a Class A over course and distance on 20 December. Is barefoot for first time but still not a priority
  18. MAASAI – Dependably-performant type that showed determination to win a Class B over course and distance a fortnight back. Takes on some better horses this time but is plainly on the right trajectory and can trot his way onto the podium
  19. MISTER BARRA – Generous trotter that has been consistently going close, latterly tight runner-up to MAASAI (4) in a Class B over course and distance a fortnight ago, and can compete for a place in the frame once again
  20. MOUFFETARD – 6th in Gr.3 Prix de Mansle over 2100m at Vincennes on 13 December after having lost ground at the start. Gets to race with a fresh configuration and can turn the tables on MANHATTAN EMGE (7) who beat him that day
  21. MANHATTAN EMGE – Quality colt that passed important left-handed test when 4th in Gr.3 Prix de Mansle over 2100m at Vincennes on 13 December. Benefits from a good entry here and Lana Henry will be eager to capitalise
    Summary: On paper, this looks a 2-horse race between the promising MOUFFETARD (6) who will be competitively-shod for the first time, and a similarly-reconfigured MANHATTAN EMGE (7) who finished just ahead of him in the Gr.3 Prix de Mansle at Vincennes last month. Locally-trained MAASAI (4) has shown a particular liking for these conditions and looks the best of the rest.
    SELECTIONS
    MOUFFETARD (6) – MANHATTAN EMGE (7) – MAASAI (4) – MISTER BARRA (5)
    C3 – PRIX GELINOTTE – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 16,000
  22. NARKOS DU CHATAULT – Pleasant at Nantes on debut before finishing 4th of 5 in a 2425m Angers Class F against some better horses. Is just 1 of 2 horses sporting pads and if Jean-Philippe Monclin sends him here, one should sit up and take notice
  23. NOVA DE VISAIS – Unremarkable filly making first start since early-October and is unlikely to generate much interest
  24. NOTHING FOR MONEY – Showed his form here on 2nd start despite being eliminated early. Races shod for the occasion, with David Bekaert in the bike, and will not be far off the mark if he keeps his charge focused
  25. NOTRE SAXO D’AURE – Qualified pleasantly in 1’18″2 at Grosbois in September. Has not been rushed to the track and will be worth monitoring on career debut
  26. NEEDLE OF DEATH – Did not enjoy the best of trips in a 2925m Class C here last Friday. Takes a dip in category but still not an obvious choice
  27. NEURO BELLA – Held her own in both starts to date, most recently 4th in as Class F over course and distance on 23 December. Is better-positioned this time, sports 4 pads, and can again make first 5
  28. NOMAN’S POINT – Qualified in 1’17”1 at Grosbois last October. Is clearly an interesting future prospect and is not incapable of imposing at the first time of asking
  29. NORTHFIELDS – Unlucky on debut at La Capelle when stumbling in the final turn, arguably costing him a debut success. Has had over 2 months to get back in shape and Romain Derieux will be eager to put things right
  30. NEWLIFE DE CAHOT – Set off no fireworks in last spring’s Caen qualification. Has been afforded time to come on however and, even though starting on the 2nd row, should nevertheless acquit herself competitively
  31. NINA DE MALAC – Has not been seen since qualifying in 1’20″2 at Le Mans in early-October, and is unlikely to spring any surprises
    Summary: A well-related colt that qualified nicely at Grosbois in October, NOMAN’S POINT (7) has had time to come on and makes his career debut with a realistic chance of making it a victorious one. Christophe Martens will still be keeping a keen eye on NORTHFIELDS (8) who would have fought out the finish on last November’s debut had he not briefly blundered turning for home, and the padded NARKOS DU CHATAULT (1) who does not travel south for a walk on the beach. NEWLIFE DE CAHOT (9) hails from a good home and takes her first competitive steps with a seemingly good hand to play.
    SELECTIONS
    NOMAN’S POINT (7) – NORTHFIELDS (8) – NARKOS DU CHATAULT (1) – NEWLIFE DE CAHOT (9)
    C4 – PRIX TIGRE ROYAL – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 26,000
  32. MAGICAL – Never far from faulting but is by some margin the best horse here and, if kept trotting, will take all the beating
  33. MINOS DE BERLES – Gave a fine account on return to Cagnes on 5 January, coming 2nd in a 2925m Class D. Goes barefoot again and is not incapable of imposing this time
  34. MICHIGAN HAWK – Complicated but capable colt that was eliminated on comeback in race of reference. Trainer in the bike this time but others still easier to back
  35. MYSTERE DE L’AVRE – Flattering 3rd of 3 finishers in 5 January race of reference. Runs first-time barefoot but still not a priority
  36. MADNESS DOLCE – Tenacious 4th of 9 in a 2700m Class E here last Friday but has better references in the other code
  37. MOTTEAUX DAIRPET – Showed a different side to himself at Toulouse on 9 January, winning a Class D over 2150m. Benefits from a good entry and, barefoot again, should not be underestimated
  38. MISTER MAGIC – Lost his action in a 2925m Class D here on 5 January. Has otherwise been showing his form and Theo Briand gets the nod this time. Place chance
  39. MIGUEL DU CHERISAY – Handy sort that was quickly eliminated in 5 January race of reference. Has otherwise raced respectably since the autumn break and cannot be discounted
    Summary: Even though eliminated as often as not, MAGICAL (1) is nevertheless a serious talent, and will be shod this time. He should appreciate the new profile, is already twice a winner for his Italian driver, and with application, can make this his own. Gabriele Gelormini will still want to be mindful of MINOS DE BERLES (2) who missed out by little here early this month, and the in-form MISTER MAGIC (7) who was surprisingly eliminated that day.
    SELECTIONS
    MAGICAL (1) – MINOS DE BERLES (2) – MISTER MAGIC (7) – MOTTEAUX DAIRPET (6)
    C5 – PRIX DU CAIRE GROS – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 22,000
  40. LEGEND SMART – Quality element that was put away after faulting twice during the autumn. Hind shoes off for comeback but many just be a race shy
  41. LINAS – Failed to confirm Montauban performance when eliminated in a Class E over track and trip a fortnight ago. Did look to be in shape though and, while not a priority, he will be reconfigured and should not be entirely written off
  42. LAMIA DU VIVIER – Progressive sort that would have finished closer than 5th in a Class E under these conditions 5 days ago had she been afforded a run. Well-positioned behind the car here and should not be underestimated
  43. LANCELOT ELLIS – Returns to the harness code after pleasing in a monte Class E in Bordeaux 2 weeks ago. David Bekaert in the bike this time but still not a concern
  44. LELOUP VALLEE – Tough element that was beaten only by a very good horse in a Class E over course and distance 2.5 weeks ago. Is dangerous when barefoot and has every chance of wrapping this up
  45. LEADER RASTID – Ran 2nd over longer here 3 weeks ago, then came 3rd, a place behind LELOUP VALLEE (5), in better company 6 days later. Is clearly close to his race and his trainer-driver will be quietly confident of getting back to winning ways
  46. LA LIFE – Failed to deliver in 5 January race of reference but certainly redeemed herself at Marseille-Vivaux last week and must be taken more seriously
  47. LEADER DES APRES – Did not enjoy the best of trips here on 8 January. Is no slouch when barefoot and focused, and even in spite of a wide draw, can still get in on the action. First 5
  48. LE BON MAYENNAIS – Showed improvement at Marseille-Vivaux last week after having been dropped in category. Is plainly not devoid of ability and is not incapable of picking up some prizemoney
  49. LUNE SMILE – Plainly useful but eliminated in last 4 and must first get her house in order
    Summary: A tough nut to crack when barefoot, LELOUP VALLEE (5) gave a fine account here on just his 2nd start back, has pulled a good number, and could well get his nose in front this time. A place behind behind him that day, LEADER RASTID (6) has come into himself this winter and again looks the principal danger. LAMIA DU VIVIER (3) has yet to impose at Cagnes but she was most unlucky here last Friday and, even against the boys, must be taken seriously. Unplaced behind Nicolas Ensch’s horse in the race of reference, LA LIFE (7) returned to the winners’ enclosure just 8 days later and will be no shrinking violet.
    SELECTIONS
    LELOUP VALLEE (5) – LEADER RASTID (6) – LAMIA DU VIVIER (3) – LA LIFE (7)
    C6 – PRIX RASTEL BIHAN – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 31,000
  50. JOLYSTAR GEDE – Has bags of ability but is as tricky as they come. Starts in front, races barefoot, with David Bekaert in the bike this time, and has the wherewithal to get in on the action, but must first stay in stride from one end of the race to the other
  51. IPSOS D’ARIANE – No champion but always gives what he can. Encouraged here late last month but still has more to find
  52. JOLAN BOY – Defied his odds to run 2nd in a 2925m Class E here 10 days ago. Is clearly close to his race and should represent main threat to JIQUEL (8)
  53. JOCKSTRAP – Unlikely to play much of a supporting role after twice failing to deliver here recently. Yannick-Alain Briand in the bike this time but others still easier to trust
  54. ISAAC DE SYVA – Faces first objective of the winter after 3 conditioners. Is barefoot for Cagnes bow but in this company will have his work cut out
  55. JOE TEJY – Not always the most dependable but can trot when focused. Was quickly eliminated behind JOLAN BOY (3) last time but has a decent spot in front here and can play a small role
  56. ISEA DU QUENNE – Returns to racing barefoot after failing to deliver behind JOLIE SMART (13) in a 2925m Class E here on 8 January, and even with shoes off this time will have too much to do
  57. JIQUEL – Quality individual that was unlucky in a 2925m Class E here 10 days ago. Form is not in question and can more than make amends if kept out of harm’s way. Claim
  58. HAYRTON MAGIC – Pleasantly surprising 3rd of 11 to JOJO LAPIN (16) in an amateurs Class F over course and distance 10 days ago, however a repeat seems improbable
  59. IDEAL DU BRIEU – Modest individual that has done nothing noteworthy for some time and is not about to start now
  60. ISLA – Fine servant with nothing to prove over course and distance, but is not ideally-positioned and would have better prospects at a lower level
  61. INTREPIDE TURGOT – Returns to France after winning over 2180m in Modena on 12 January. Starts on back line but is barefoot for first time at Cagnes and must not be underestimated
  62. JOLIE SMART – Respectable 4th in a 2925m Class E here on 8 January before running 2nd to JOJO LAPIN (16) in an amateurs Class F over course and distance 3 days later. Cannot be considered a priority but is still worth keeping an eye on
  63. JEALOUS GIRL – Went into the winter in decent shape but out of the picture in last 2, latterly 9th of 10 behind JOLIE SMART (13) in a 2925m Class E here on 8 January, and can be passed over
  64. JELGA DU VIVIER – Won a Class E over longer here before faulting early under similar conditions a fortnight ago. Has to contend with a poor draw but in current condition is easy to like for a podium place
  65. JOJO LAPIN – Took no time getting back in the game following his 2nd semester holiday, running 2nd at Toulouse on re-entry before winning an amateurs Class F over course and distance 10 days ago, and despite the draw looks a major player
    Summary: JIQUEL (8) was clearly in fine shape before having a brush with another sulky here recently. He is forced to break wide but still looks a marginally better bet than the well-positioned, and in-form, JOLAN BOY (3) who ran 2nd that day. The hardy JOJO LAPIN (16) easily won an amateurs event under these conditions the same afternoon and will be no pushover if Christophe Martens successfully negotiates the start. Breaking just to his inside, a similar caveat applies to the reconfigured JELGA DU VIVIER (15) who has shown a liking for Cagnes-sur-Mer.
    SELECTIONS
    JIQUEL (8) – JOLAN BOY (3) – JOJO LAPIN (16) – JELGA DU VIVIER (15)
    C7 – PRIX HOUSTON LAUKKO – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 33,000
  66. KAPORAL VISAIS – Has looked a different horse since returning to Cagnes. Has lucked out in last 2 but has been reconfigured and can impose if kept out of trouble
  67. KIRA BO FACE – Pleasantly surprising 2nd to KLASSE DE BRUZEAU (5) in a 2925m Class E here on 8 January. Has ground to make up though and is unlikely to sway the status quo
  68. KAZAR – Talented type making Cagnes debut after a short spell. Finds himself in more reasonable company this time and will be no easy touch
  69. KAMOUR – Steps up in category after coming 2nd in a 2925m Class D here on 13 December. Has shown fine aptitude for racing barefoot and must be considered a player
  70. KLASSE DE BRUZEAU – Opened her Cagnes account when inheriting success from KATIA DHELPA (7) in a 2925m Class E here on 8 January. Is plainly in fine fettle but a repeat seems improbable
  71. KASH SNIPER – Good servant with a particular liking for the venue but has better references over longer and can be passed over
  72. KATIA DHELPA – Won a 2925m Class E here on 8 January but was subsequently eliminated. Starts wide here but that may just work to her advantage. Chance
    Summary: A fine campaigner in excellent shape, KAPORAL VISAIS (1) was most unlucky over longer here 10 days ago, as he was on the previous occasion, but sports modified shoeing, and in this small field can bring home the bacon. KAZAR (3) drops down the category-ladder and reverts to a previous formula for his debut on the Riviera and should be good enough to contest the finish. KATIA DHELPA (7) imposed a fortnight ago only to lose it in the stewards’ room, but returns to racing barefoot and Theo Briand will be out to set the record straight.
    SELECTIONS
    KAPORAL VISAIS (1) – KAZAR (3) – KATIA DHELPA (7) – KAMOUR (4)
    C8 – PRIX HENRI ESTABLE – 2925m (a2m) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 38,000
  73. I AM DES MOTTES – Capable on a good day but returns shod from a spell and best to keep one’s powder dry
  74. GAI LOGIS – Excellent here last summer but has been less-effective since. Encouraged here earlier in the month and with Romain Derieux reining can start to come good again
  75. JAGUAR WIT – Raced honourably here a month back prior to being eliminated at Agen last Saturday. Is patently in decent shape though and can play a role if Pierrick Le Moel manages to keep him focused
  76. IRISH NICE ELGE – 6th of 15 on re-entry in a 2700m Class C here just 5 days ago. Will have progressed for the run and will be expected to finish closer
  77. HIVER D’AUTHISE – Races shod following a pair of modest harness runs. Has other ambitions and can be passed over
  78. FULGURER – Not the easiest of horses to handle but can trot when applied. Is barefoot for the occasion and, on good behaviour, can pick up a cheque
  79. GRIZMAN – Returned to productive ways when 2nd in a 2925m claimer here 10 days ago. Is unlikely to spice things up but sports 4 pads for the first time and in this field can make his presence felt
  80. INVISIBLE SAM – Previously a good sort but has made no impact in either code recently and is not about to change his ways
  81. IDEAL DE JEAN – Gave a good account at Le Mans before enduring a tough run in Paris on New Year’s Day. Yet to impose here but has come close more than once and will be competitive at the business end of the race
  82. HESCORT LOVE – Gave a fine account on comeback a month ago, running 3rd of 11 in a Class D under these conditions. Is reunited with Gabriele Gelormini for the occasion and has every chance of contesting the finish this time
  83. IVANA DE BERTRANGE – Back under harness after failing to make any impression under the saddle. Sports a revised formula but still not a priority
  84. GIVE ME CASH – Unexceptional sort that finished 6th behind GRIZMAN (7) in a 2925m claimer here 10 days ago, and can expect to have few friends
  85. IBROX PARK – Won 2 of last 3, most recently a 2200m Vincennes monte Class D a month back. Enjoys a good entry and Theo Briand can be confident of another big performance
    Summary: Generous and performant, and winner in both disciplines this winter, IBROX PARK (13) is difficult to criticise when barefoot and once again looks the horse to beat. That said, HESCORT LOVE (10) got back in the game here a month ago and will be reconfigured for the occasion. Back at a track he appreciates, IDEAL DE JEAN (9) should not be too hastily-condemned for his Vincennes performance. IRISH NICE ELGE (4) held his own here last Friday and Christophe Martens will be reining this time.
    SELECTIONS
    IBROX PARK (13) – HESCORT LOVE (10) – IDEAL DE JEAN (9) – IRISH NICE ELGE (4)
    R2 MAUQUENCHY [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DU GROS HORLOGE – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 18,000

  1. LOVERMAN D’HERTALS – A promising 2nd in a Class F over 2500m at Reims on 7 December. Still without a win but from stall No 1 should be competitive
  2. LENZO – A decent 3rd in a Class F over 2700m at Graignes on 30 December. Ran 3rd in his only other race at this track and gets on well with his driver
  3. LORD SAINT MARTIN – Pulled up in a Class F over 2625m at Cherbourg on 1 November. Needs to sort out his issues but will race unshod behind this time
  4. LUCKY ROSE – A moderate 5th in a Class F over 2700m a Le Croise-Laroche on 8 January. Will need to make marked improvement to feature
  5. LOULOU DEL GREEN – Pulled up in a Class F over 2900m at Argentan on 8 January. Form is poor and he looks an unlikely contender
  6. LE BIG JANJAN – Disqualified in a Class F over 3000m at Chateaubriant on on 5 January. He was hampered in that race and did finish second in his previous event so he should be a factor
  7. LUCKY LUCIANO – Disqualified in Class F Over 2800m at Pontchateau on 21 December. He did win his two previous races and deserves another chance. Will have padded shoes in front
  8. LORD EOLE – Disqualified in a Class E over 2850m at this course on 12 January. Will jump widest on the front row but if he overcomes that barrier, he should be right there. Races without shoes
  9. LOUP DE MER – Never in contention when 8th in a Class F over 2700m at Graignes on 30 December. Will race fully shod this time
  10. LEWIS KING – Disqualified in a Class E over 2925m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on 20 August. Comes back from a lengthy layoff and should need the outing. Fully shod this time
  11. LOOKING DU CAIEU – Disqualified in a Class E over 2700m at Lyon Soie on 10 January. Has suffered a series of disqualifications but will try racing unshod this time
  12. LINCOLN RENKA – Won a race in over 2100m at Wolvega in The Netherlands on 31 December. Has won hs last five races, including a victory at Laon in June, and has his eyes set on this prize on his return to France
  13. LITTLE DREAM – A reasonable 4th in a Class F over 2950m at Le Man on 15 December. Will need to do better to feature
  14. LOUZAC – Disqualified in a Class F over 2700m at Graignes on 30 December. Did finish 2nd in his penultimate start
  15. LUCAS D’AVRIL – A mediocre 5th in a Class F over 2500m at Reims on 7 December. Could improve racing fully shod this time
  16. LINDIR – Disqualified in a Class F over 2700m a Le Croise-Laroche on 8 December. Having his 3rd run for his new trainer so there could be some progress
    Summary: LINCOLN RENKA (12) may have been disqualified on debut run but since then he has notched up five successive victories. Under the race conditions a sixth victory is a real possibility. LE BIG JANJAN (6) was unlucky when disqualified last time out but his previous second puts him in the mix. LENZO (2) has form at this course and can go well again. LUCKY LUCIANO (7) may have been disqualified last time but did finish runner-up in his previous two starts.
    SELECTIONS
    LINCOLN RENKA (12) – LE BIG JANJAN (6) – LENZO (2) – LUCKY LUCIANO (7)
    C2 – PRIX DE L’ABBAYE SAINT-OUEN – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 18,000
  17. LA BARAKA – Finished 4th in a Class F over 2700m at La Croise-Laroche on 5 December. Is rarely too far behind the contenders and could place
  18. LUMIERE DES ISLES – Disqualified in a Class E over 2850m at this course on 12 January. Back in harness racing this time and with no shoes, she could provide some value for bettors
  19. LOVHELEN D’OR – Finished 5th in a Class F iover 3000m at Chateaubriant on 8 December. Ran 3rd in his only race at this course and now racing unshod, could have winning hopes
  20. LOVELY BRUYERE – Disqualified in a Class F over 3000m at Chateaubriant on 5 January. Disqualified in last three races so must have issues. Is best ignored
  21. LEGENDE CHENEVIERE – Ran 5th in a Class F over 2700m at Craignes on 11 January. She is in good form and could place. Will race unshod behind
  22. LEXIE D’ERONVILLE – Finished 8th in a Class F over 3000m at Chateaubriant on 5 January. Will have more to do in this event to feature
  23. LA DESIRADE – A decent 2nd in a Class F over 2650m at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat on 22 December. She has ability and will be real threat without any hoes at the back
  24. LUNIDOLE – Disqualified in a Class E over 2725m at Graignes on 12 December. She was travelling well at the time she was disqualified and must have a chance in this field. Will race fully shod
  25. LOVELY DU RABUTIN – Winner of a Class G over 2125m at Grenade on 7 December. Has run well at this course and deserves consideration. Will be shod behind
  26. LITTLE MARY – Unplaced in a Class F over 2875m at Argentan on 8 January. Very disappointing currently. Will race unshod in front
  27. L’ELITE DU CHOQUEL – Showed up well when 3rd in a race at Mons in Belgium on 31 December. With Yoann Lebourgeois driving and racing unshod this time, she should be highly competitive
  28. LAKOUNA DU DOME – Disqualified from a Class F over 2700m at Graignes on 11 January. Second disqualification in a row but could go better without shoes this time
  29. LOLITA DE LANDEMER – Ran 4th in an event at Mons over 2300m in Belgium on 8 January. Will battle in this field and looks outclassed. Will be shod in front
  30. LADY DE BOUERE – Disqualified in a Class F over 2550m at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat on 4 January. That was her second mistake in a row and she will now wear shoes in front
  31. LERIDA STED – Finished 8th in a Class F over 2725m at Pornichet on 31 October. Coming back from a layoff and will need to do more
    Summary: The only time Franck Ouvrie partnered LA DESIRADE (7) it turned into a winning performance and with his return and racing without back shoes, she could be the one to beat. LOVHELEN D’OR (3) looks ideally suited to this track and has some quality. Racing barefoot she looks a lively threat. L’ELITE DU CHOQUEL (11) showed up well racing in Belgium last time and could make a positive transition. LUMIERE DES ISLES (2) has been racing under the saddle and could do well returning to harness racing.
    SELECTIONS
    LOVHELEN D’OR (3) – LA DESIRADE (7) – L’ELITE DU CHOQUEL (11) – LUMIERE DES ISLES (2)
    C3 – PRIX DE LA PLACE DU VIEUX MARCHE – 2850m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 21,000
  32. KARACHO – Disqualified in a race over 2550m at Reims on 7 December. Form is poor and is best overlooked
  33. KANTONIN DU GUIVON – A reasonable 3rd in a Class F over 2725m at Grenade on 21 December. Inconsistent sort who will need to find his best form
  34. KENZO DE L’ETOILE – Disqualified in a Class F over 3000m at Nantes on 16 January. This was his third in a row and he cannot be followed
  35. KINBALL – A poor 9th in a Class F over 3000m at Nantes on 7 December. Will need to regain some of his earlier form to feature,
  36. KALOU DE LODEON – Was 8th in a race over 2300m at Mons in Belgium on 12 November. A natural front runner he could try and run this field off their feet
  37. KAOLIN MOUROTAIS – Finished 7th in a Class F over 2750m at Pornichet on 11 July. Coming back from a lengthy layoff. Will race fully shod
  38. KARLITO DU CAMPDOS – A poor 8th in a Class F over 2700m at Le Croise-Laroche on 15 December. Form is not great so ignore. Will race fully shod
  39. KRAC BOREAL – Disqualified in a Class F over 2900m at Argentan on 8 January. Notched up two successive wins late last year and is better than his last two runs.
  40. KID DE CAPONET – Won a Class F over 2650m at Cherbourg on 23 November. Has won four out of four with Yoann Lebourgeois as driver and could increase that tally
  41. KIBRILLE MONTAVAL – A promising 2nd in a Class F over 3150m at Angers on 11 January. Looks to be coming back to form and is worth following
  42. KAID FORTUNA – Unplaced in a Class E over 2850m at Vincennes on 26 December. Faced tough opposition in his last three races and will be better suited to this course
  43. KOMAN – Finished 6th in a Class E over 1609m at Argentan on 9 August. Coming back from a layoff but could surprise in a weak field. Will race fully shod
    Summary: This is a weak field and KID DE CAPONET (9) stands out. He has an excellent record and an unbeaten rapport with Yoann Lebourgeois. He looks very hard to oppose in this line-up. KRAC BOREAL (8) has a good relationship with Pierre Vercruysse and the impression coming from his trainer is positive. KAID FORTUNA (11) will be suited to a major drop in class and should do well at this track. KIBRILLE MONTAVAL (10) seems to be returning to his best form and could be worth following.
    SELECTIONS
    KID DE CAPONET (9) – KRAC BOREAL (8) – KAID FORTUNA (11) – KIBRILLE MONTAVAL (10)
    C4 – PRIX DE L’AITRE DE SAINT-MACLOU – 2850m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 21,000
  44. JONVILLE DU BARBEY – Unreliable and was 10th in class F at Pornichet-La Baule over 2725m on 28 August. Returns from a break and should need this run
  45. JAFFNA SHAN – Finished 11th in Class F at Rambouillet over 2800m on 5 October. Could need this run returning from a break
  46. JET MENCOURT – Showed some improvement when 5th in class F at Nantes over 3000m on 16 December. Has a place chance in this line-up
  47. JADE PAROYO – Has some fair form and finished 4th in class D at Cordemais over 2825m on 14 Janurary. Remains barefoot and can make the frame
  48. JAR BEN – Disqualified in class E at Graignes over 2700m on 30 December. Battling to find best form and others make more appeal
  49. JULES DES CHAMPS – Disqualified in class F at Argentan over 2875m on 23 December. Victorious back in November and can contest the finish
  50. JORGIO DE VANDEL – Battling to find best form and was 12th in class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 15 December. Needs to do more to score
  51. JOS DU PILET – Off form and was 13th in class G at Cordemais over 2825m on 4 January. A winner back in November but others are preferred this time
  52. JOY CAPTAIN – Unreliable and was 9th in class F at Cabourg over 2725m on 16 December. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
  53. JET SPE – Not reliable and was 5th in class F at Graignes over 2725m on 30 December. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
  54. JIVRY – Unreliable but was 3rd in class E at Amiens over 2400m on 9 December. Might play a minor role at very best
  55. JOYEUX NONNA – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class F at Argentan over 2875m on 23 December. Has run well at this track before and is not out of it
  56. JUST A MAN – In good form and was runner-up in class E at Vincennes over 2850m on 26 December. Be right there at the finish
  57. JADE D’ERABLE – Finished 7th in class E over this track and trip on 2 December. Barefoot this time and has major claims if on good behavior
  58. JUPITER MADRIK – Disqualified in class E at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 12 January. Not easy to trust but can score if smart
  59. JAMAICA DE LOU – Finished 16th in class E at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 18 December. Unreliable and others make more appeal
    Summary: Another very open race. JADE D’ERABLE (14) is best judged on her good penultimate start, is barefoot, and is capable of scoring if repeating this effort. JOYEUX NONNA (12) has some faults of late but has also run well at this course before and could be a lively danger if smart. JADE PAROYO (4) remains in good shape and can be competitive once again. JUST A MAN (13) is in very good form too and would not be a surprise winner over this course and distance.
    SELECTIONS
    JADE D’ERABLE (14) – JOYEUX NONNA (12) – JADE PAROYO (4) – JUST A MAN (13)
    C5 – PRIX BAPTISTE MASSEGUIN – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 27,000
  60. ILUCE DE BEAUCAMPS – Victorious in Class D at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 2 December. Going through a purple patch and can score again
  61. ICARE D’ACADIE – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class E at Vincennes over 2175m on 29 December when barefoot. Not this time and others are preferred
  62. IDYLLE DE MAHEY – Showed some improvement when 5th in class E at Vincennes over 2175m on 29 December. Has room to improve and is barefoot. Place chance
  63. KRACKER PIYA – Victorious in Class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 5 December. Has improved of late and could follow up
  64. KINASSE DE VIVOIN – A winner of a Class D at Vincennes over 2175m on 4 January. Not reliable but is capable of doubling up if in the same mood
  65. INDULGENTE – Finished 3rd in class F at Vincennes over 2100m on 5 January. Remains barefoot and might earn some more minor money
  66. JASMIN DU NORD – Unreliable but was 3rd in class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 15 December. Has shown improvement and could make the frame
  67. JIMBO SPORT – Successful in a Class E at Amiens over 2400m on 9 December. Very consistent of late and can be involved with the finish once again
  68. KING DE GINAI – Has struggled of latea nd was 8th in class D at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 5 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  69. KOQUERY DU BUISSON – Not reliable and was 8th in class E at this track over 2850m on 12 Janurary. Capable of doing better and is not out of it
  70. KEITHOS DU RHIN – Off form and was 13th in class D at Vincennes over 2175m on 3 January. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  71. KROSS FINGERS – Disqualified four times in a row, the latest in a claimer at Vincennes over 2850m on 9 December. Has major disqualification issues and is best watched for now
  72. KOUROUX – Only modest of late and was 9th in class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 5 December. Victorious back in October and is capable of an upset
  73. I FEEL PRETTY – Disqualified in class E at Vincennes over 2175m on 29 December. Remains barefoot but needs to improve to win
    Summary: KRACKER PIYA (4) has progressed of late and was an impressive winner last time out at Vincennes. He is quite capable of winning this as well. JIMBO SPORT (8) is a game and competitive fellow and should be the main danger. KINASSE DE VIVOIN (5) is not reliable, but she was a good winner at Vincennes earlier this month and must be respected for that. KOQUERY DU BUISSON (10) is capable of doing better and might make the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    KRACKER PIYA (4) – JIMBO SPORT (8) – KINASSE DE VIVOIN (5) – KOQUERY DU BUISSON (10)
    C6 – PRIX DE LA NOUVELLE ANNEE – 2850m (a2m) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 21,000
  74. KILLER DRY – Disqualified in class E at Graignes over 2700m on 30 December. In very good form before that and can bounce back to score
  75. KYO FERFAY – Has struggled of late and was 13th in class E at Cherbourg over 2150m on 9 November. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  76. KILLER ANGOT – Has struggled of late and was 10th in a class F harness race at Vincennes over 2850m on 31 December. Can earn some money back under the saddle
  77. JOE LE VEINARD – Battling to find best form and was 12th in class E at Laval over 2850m on 16 May. On a long losing streak and should need this run returning from a break
  78. JORKY D’ALOUETTE – Faulted in class C at Vincennes over 2850m on 22 February 2024. In very good form before that can score if smart an fit from a long break
  79. JACADY SLY – Disqualified in class E at Vincennes over 2200m on 30 December. Unreliable but is also capable of earning some money
  80. JULIUS DU THEIL – Disqualified in class E at this track over 2850m on 2 December. Hard to trust but is also not out of it
  81. JAMAIQUE DE HOERDT – In good shape and was 4th in a class G harness race over this track and trip on 2 December. Victorious back in November and can be a threat
  82. KENENISA SKILL – Consistent and finished 4th in a class D mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 30 December. Holding form and could beat these rivals
    Summary: KENENISA SKILL (9) has held her form well of late and is a confident bet in a race of this nature. KILLER DRY (1) and JORKY D’ALOUETTE (5) are both coming off disqualifications. KILLER DRY (1) was in good form before faulting and has scope for improvement, so is the biggest threat. JORKY D’ALOUETTE (5) has ability and will not go down easily if smart this time. JULIUS DU THEIL (7) has disqualification issues but can make the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    KENENISA SKILL (9) – KILLER DRY (1) – JORKY D’ALOUETTE (5) – JULIUS DU THEIL (7)
    C7 – PRIX DE LA CATHEDRALE DE ROUEN – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 18,000
  83. MUST DE LOU – Finished 5th in class E at Argentan over 2875m on 8 January. Has soem fair form and could play a minor role
  84. MISTER LA NUIT – Not disgraced when 5th in class E at Pontchâteau over 2200m on 21 December. Victorious back in May and is barefoot. Can get involved with the finish
  85. MAIA D’ATOUT – Not reliable and finished 7th in class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 13 January. Races without shoes and could be a threat this time around
  86. MICHELANGELO ZEN – Only modest of late and finished 9th in class E over this course and distance on 24 July. Should need this run returning from a break
  87. MOON NORMANDY – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class E at Saint-Brieuc over 2575m on 5 December. Barefoot this time and could score
  88. MADOVA DU RILER – 9th in class E at Amiens over 2400m on 9 December. Unreliable since July and others are preferred this time
  89. MYSTIC DES THUYAS – Victorious in Class G over this course and distance on 30 November. Has disqualificatio issues but can also follow up
  90. MISTRAL DE JAUNOUX – Victorious in Class G at Argentan over 2875m on 8 January. Improving with each run and could double up
  91. MEPHISTO JAVANAIS – Disqualified in class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 22 December. Victorious in his pneultimate start and is not out of it
  92. MAUVE D’ERABLE – Has struggled of late and was 12th in class F at Argentan over 2875m on 17 January. Others are much preferred
  93. MONSTER WILLIAMS – Disqualified in class F at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 12 January. Has disqualification issues and is best watched for now
    Summary: MOON NORMANDY (5) has some recent disqualifications to her name, but she is barefoot this time and could bounce back to win. MYSTIC DES THUYAS (7) is not easy to trust but did win over this course and distance in November and could follow up if fit enough. MISTRAL DE JAUNOUX (8) has improved with each run and could be a threat but does drop in distance. MAIA D’ATOUT (3) has been unreliable but races without shoes and could contest the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    MOON NORMANDY (5) – MYSTIC DES THUYAS (7) – MISTRAL DE JAUNOUX (8) – MAIA D’ATOUT (3)
    C8 – PRIX DE L’HISTORIAL – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class G Amateur Drivers – Harness – EUR € 6,000
  94. IPSOS MARANCOURT – Unreliable and finished 4th in class G at Graignes over 2700m on 11 Janurary. Might earn some minor money
  95. JOY EASTER – Off form and was 9th at Mons over 2300m on 14 December. Needs major improvement to win this race and others are preferred
  96. JOYAU DE L’ITON – Disqualified in class F at Vincennes over 2850m on 30 December. Victorious back in November and can win again if smart
  97. JIVE BOY – Very consistent and was 3rd in class E at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 18 December. Can get involved with the finish once again
  98. ISIMONEY DU CHENE – Unreliable and finished 7th in class F at Vincennes over 2850m on 30 December. More is needed to beat these rivals
  99. JULLIAN DADDY – Successful in Class F at Argentan over 2875m on 13 December. Remains in very good shape and can follow up
  100. HE MISS DEIHA – Unreliable and was 10th in class F at Vincennes over 2850m on 14 Janurary. Has a very good record for this driver and must be respected for that
  101. JAZZ – Battling to find best form and was 9th in class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 29 August. Others make more appeal
  102. JAVA CAILLERIE – Has struggled of late and finished 11th in Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 15 December. More is needed to score
  103. JOYEUX DE FONTAINE – Only modest of late and was 7th in class F at Graignes over 2700m on 11 Janurary. Might play a minor role at best
  104. IRANCY CODIE – Not disgraced when 5th in class G at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 8 December. Two good wins before that and can contest the finish
  105. JOKER DREAM – Has struggled of late and was11th in Class E at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 30 November. Capable of an upset on best form
  106. JOKER VANCEEN – On a long losing run and was 9th in class G at Graignes over 2700m on 11 January. Has disqualification issues and is best watched for now
  107. JUDICIOUS DAYDREAM – Disqualified in class G at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 12 Janurary. Capable of earning some money when staying in stride
    Summary: JOYAU DE L’ITON (3) did not have much luck at Vincennes. He was in very good form before that and can bounce back to win. HE MISS DEIHA (7) has a very good record with Barbara Guenet and can be a threat yet again. JULLIAN DADDY (6) was a game winner last time out and that boost in confidence could spark another victory. JIVE BOY (4) is usually competitive and can get into the mix of things yet again.
    SELECTIONS
    JOYAU DE L’ITON (3) – HE MISS DEIHA (7) – JULLIAN DADDY (6) – JIVE BOY (4)
    R3 CHANTILLY [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LA CROIX VAILLANT – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 24,700

  1. ALAM – Finished 4th on debut in a Conditions race at this track over 1600m on 11 December. Big chance on the back of this effort
  2. GUSTO – Finished 8th on debut in a Conditions race at Deauville over this distance on 29 December. Capable of improvement and is not out of it
  3. BLEU NUIT – Showed promise when 3rd on debut in a Conditions race at this track over 1600m on 19 December. Should be right there at the finish
  4. TREAT ME NICE – Finished 10th on debut in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 27 December. Capable of improvement but others make more appeal
  5. SPACER – Did not show much on debut when 11th in a Conditions race at Deauville over this distance on 29 December. Others are preferred
  6. ZIFULOTT – Only modest on debut when 6th in a Conditioins race at Craon over 1300m on 29 September. Returns from a break and could need this run
  7. CONSPIRATOR – Finished 4th on debut in a Conditions race over this track and trip on 27 December. Should be competitive once again
  8. PIYANGO – A three-year-old colt by Waldpfad out of Dayala who is making his debut. His mother won a race in Germany over 1800m. Might play a minor role
  9. MISTER BLACK – A three- year-old gelding by Zoustar out of Koneko who is making his debut. His Dam was unraced. Watch the betting for clues
    Summary: A competitive start to the card. ALAM (1) showed promise with a good run on debut at this track. He steps up in distance and looks the one to be with. BLEU NUIT (3) also ran very well on debut over 1600m and should have no problems with this longer distance. GUSTO (2) was slow away on debut but finished off his race well enough and can be a threat. CONSPIRATOR (7) was not disgraced on debut, which was over this course and distance, and could contest the finish again.
    SELECTIONS
    ALAM (1) – BLEU NUIT (3) – GUSTO (2) – CONSPIRATOR (7)
    C2 – PRIX DE LA HAUTE POMMERAIE – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 24,700
  10. AUSPICIOUS – Threatening to win a race and finished 3rd in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1900m on 29 December. Should be closely involved at the finish
  11. BIHOTZ BASC – Has not shown much and finished 11th in a Conditions race at Deauville over this distance on 29 November. Needs major improvement to win
  12. REVE DE VIE – Has struggled in both starts and finished 14th in a Conditions race at this track over 1600m on 19 December. Needs major improvement to win
  13. SHELZAWA – Only founf one better on the day on debut when runner-up in a Conditions race at Pornichet-La Baule over 2100m on 3 January. Big chance
  14. HATANKA FAL – Finished 11th on debut in a Conditions race over this track and trip on 27 December. Capable of improvement and has a place chance
  15. SAILOR’S RETURN – Has not shown much and finished 7th in a Conditions race at Le Mans over 1600m on 29 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  16. THE MAGPIE – Has improved with each start and finished 4th in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1900m on 29 December. Can be competitive once again
  17. PERFECTDAY – Not disgraced when 6th on debut in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1900m on 2 December. Likely to improve and can contest the finish
  18. AUSTRALIAN ROMANCE – Finished 13th on debut in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 27 December. Others make more appeal
  19. SITULA – A three-year-old filly by Galiway out of Sileel who is making her debut. Likely to need this debut and others are preferred
  20. BLOOM DANCER – A three-year-old filly by Ghaiyyath out of Obama Rule who is making her debut. Well bred and could be a threat on debut
  21. NOVELA – A three-year-old filly by Kendargent out of Mezna who is making her debut. Her mother was unraced. Others make more appeal
    Summary: SHELZAWA (4) is well bred and only found one better on the day on her debut. She should be smarter this time and can score. AUSPICIOUS (1) has been consistent so far and is knocking hard at victory’s door. She is a real threat again. THE MAGPIE (7) continues to improve and can get involved with the finish. PERFECTDAY (8) is not well drawn again but is capable of improvement and could make the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    SHELZAWA (4) – AUSPICIOUS (1) – THE MAGPIE (7) – PERFECTDAY (8)
    C3 – PRIX DU CHEMIN DE CHANTILLY – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,300
  22. FILLE DU ROI – Finished 7th in a handicap at Mons over 1500m on 29 December. Probably needs to do more to beat these rivals
  23. MOONWALKER – Has really struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 9 January. Others make more appeal
  24. WEEKEND WARRIOR – Has some fair form and finished fourth in a handicap at this track over 1400m on 8 November. Might play a minor role
  25. SAMAGACE DU VIVIEN – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a handicap over this course and distance on 27 December. Capable of doing better and has a place chance
  26. RUBIS GOLD – Has lost the way and was unplaced in a handicap at Deauville over 1500m on 17 December. Others are preferred
  27. L’AIR DU TEMPS – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a handicap over this track and trip on 27 December. More is needed to beat these rivals
  28. KIWICAT – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap over th couse and distance on 27 December. Needs major improvemet to win
  29. ZYGFRYD – Unreliable and was unplaced in a handicap over this track and trip on 27 December.. Capable of an upset on best form
  30. PEYTON PLACE – Off form and finished 9th in a handicap at Pornichet-La-Baule over 1700m on 7 January. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  31. BLACK PANTHER – Showed improvement when third in a handicap over this track and trip on 27 December. Capable of making the frame
  32. GIN GEMBRE – Knocking at the door and was a game runner-up in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 9 January. Can go one better
  33. ZANTARIO – Not reliable and finished 7th in a handicap over this course and distance on 27 December. He did much better in his penultimate start and is not out of it
  34. MEHANYDREAM – Improving and was fourth in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 18 December. Can get involved with the finish again
  35. KIASTEP – Not reliable but was third in a handicap at Pau over this distance on 2 January. Might play a minor role
    Summary: A very open race. GIN GEMBRE (11) is threatening to win a race and has hit the crossbar twice of late. He deserves another winning turn. MEHANYDREAM (13) has shown some improvement of late and can get into the thick of things. ZANTARIO (12) is unreliable but does have claims if showing the form of his penultimate run. BLACK PANTHER (10) did run well over this course and distance last month and is one of many more that can score.
    SELECTIONS
    GIN GEMBRE (11) – MEHANYDREAM (13) – ZANTARIO (12) – BLACK PANTHER (10)
    C4 – PRIX JIM AND TONIC – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 24,700
  36. CLAVUS – Returned to form and was runner-up in a Class 2 Conditions race at this track over 1600m on 19 December.. Be right there at the finish
  37. FERRARI FEVER – Not reliable and finished 8th in a Class 3 Conditions race at Deauville over 1400m on 8 January. Can do better this distance and is not out of it
  38. WAKABURN – Has struggled of late and finished 9th in a Conditions race at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 1800m on 2 August. Returns from a break but is not out of it
  39. ROCK BLANC – Very consistent and was runner-up in a Class 1 Conditions race at Deauville over 1900m on 12 December. Should go one better this time
  40. WHY’S WHYOMING – Consistent in Germany and finished 3rd at Quakenbrück over 2450m. Might play a minor role at very best
  41. CHAUMIERE DE PRE – Not disgraced when 5th in a handicap at Deauville over this distance on 30 December., Capable of making the frame
  42. MIGHTY BOY – Finished 7th in a Class 1 Conditions race at this track over 1600m on 19 December. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  43. LA FERRETCAPIENNE – Uneliable and finished 14th in a Class 3 handicap at this track over 1600m on 10 January. Did win over a lot further before that and others make more appeal
    Summary: ROCK BLANC (4) continues to hold his form very nicely. He has numerous wins at this track and should make a bold bid to beat these rivals. FERRARI FEVER (2) has ability and the step up to this distance could make a difference. CLAVUS (1) bounced back to form with a cracking run last time out and would not be a surprise winner. WAKABURN (3) returns from a break but is capable of making the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    ROCK BLANC (4) – FERRARI FEVER (2) – CLAVUS (1) – WAKABURN (3)
    C5 – PRIX SOLOW – 1400m (a7f) – ALL WEATHER – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 24,700
  44. BREIZH SKY – Showed improvement when runner-up in a Listed race at Deauville over 1500m on 3 December. Can be a threat once again
  45. KESHAPOUR – Returned from a break and was runner-up in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1400m on 8 January. Fitter this time and can go one better
  46. QUASAR – Successful in his last two starts, the latest a Class 2 Conditions race at this track over 1600m on 19 December. Clearly not out of it
  47. NOSHOWLIKEAJOESHOW – Non runner
  48. TOMAKAY – A winner of his last two starts, the latest in a Class 2 Conditions race at this track over 1300m on 9 December. Be right there at the finish
  49. WILD CITY – Not reliable and finished 5th in a Class 3 handicap at Marseille-Vivaux over 1500m on 5 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  50. SIAM PARAGON – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a Listed race at Deauville over 1500m on 3 December. Might play a minor role
  51. SILIUS – In good form and was runner-up in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 November. Returns from a break but can fight out the finish again
    Summary: A very competitive-looking race. KESHAPOUR (2) returned from a break and only found one better on the day at Deauville earlier this month. He should strip fitter this time and sets the standard for the race. SILIUS (9) returns from a short break but was in good form and is clearly not out of it if fit enough. TOMAKAY (5) has a good record at this track and should contest the finish. BREIZH SKY (1) is fit and in good form, so is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    KESHAPOUR (2) – SILIUS (8) – TOMAKAY (5) – BREIZH SKY (1)
    C6 – PRIX DU CHEMIN DE COMPOSTELLE – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,200
  52. MARKSWOMAN – Not reliable and finished 7th in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 23 December. Might play a minor role at very best
  53. AMOUAGE – Only modest of late and finished 7th in a handicap over this course and distance on 9 December. More is needed to win
  54. LES TROIS VALLEES – Unreliable and was unplaced in a handicap at Deauville over 1500m on 17 December. Capable of doing better but others make more appeal
  55. RAVEN’S SPIRIT – Off form and finished 10th in a handicap at this track over 1400m on 8 November. Others are much preferred
  56. SUN PROJECT – Showed some improvement when fifth in a handicap over this course and distance on 27 December. Could earn some money
  57. RED IN SIGHT – Not reliable but was a winner of a handicap at Deauville over 1500m on 17 December. Can follow up under a penalty
  58. MIA GRANDE – In good form and was fourth in a handicap over this track and trip on 27 December. Can contest the finish
  59. MICOLEO – Successful in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 9 January. Carries a penalty but is clearly not out of it
  60. MINO PICO – A winner of a handicap at Pornichet-La-Baule over 1700m on 7 January. Showed vast improvement that day and will need to confirm that form
  61. THE CHARM – Battling to regain best form and was 10th in a Conditions race over this track and trip on 19 December. Needs majro improvement to win
  62. ANTICO – In very good form and was runner-up in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 30 December. Should contest the finish
  63. LOUVE PRECIEUSE – In good shape and finished fourth in a handicap at Marseille-Vivaux over 1500m on 5 January. Can win a race of this nature
  64. PROLETARIAT – Has struggled of late and finished 10th in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 9 January. Others make more appeal
  65. KING HARTWOOD – Off form and was unnplaced in a handicap at this track over 1900m on 11 December. Needs to do more to score
    Summary: LOUVE PRÉCIEUSE (12) is capable of a victory off her current mark. Her form has been fair of late, but she will need to show her best side at this track. ANTICO (11) remains in very good shape, will not go down easily, and must be respected on her recent form. MIA GRANDE (7) is also in good form and should be involved with the finish. MICOLEO (8) carries a penalty for a recent win at Deauville but might well follow up.
    SELECTIONS
    LOUVE PRECIEUSE (12) – ANTICO (11) – MIA GRANDE (7) – MICOLEO (8)
    C7 – PRIX DU CHATEAU DE LA TOUR – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 25,600
  66. IKOTOFETSY – Showed some improvement when 3rd in a Class 2 Conditions race at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Clearly not out of it
  67. MY WAY – In good shape and finished 3rd in a Class 2 Conditions race at Lyon-La Soie over 1800m on 15 December. Should be competitive again
  68. APOLIDE – Unreliable but was a winner of a handicap over this course and distance on 10 January. Tougher task this time but can earn some money
  69. SEEWAY – Successful in a Conditions race at this track over 1600m on 19 December. Not reliable but can double up
  70. EL VEGAS – Only modest of late and finished 7th in a Class 2 Conditions race at this track over 1900m on 10 January. Needs to do a bit more to score
  71. NOBLE D’ARGENT – Finished 5th in a Class 2 Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 20 August. Returns from a break and needs to do more to beat these rivals
  72. NURLAT – A winner on debut of a Conditions race at Amiens over 1650m on 28 September. Returns from a break and tackles stronger this time
  73. BAYOUQUEEN – Unreliable and finished 6th in a Class 2 Conditions race at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Might play a minor role at very best
  74. VATICANA – A good 3rd in a Class 2 Conditions race at Pau over 1600m on 28 December. Won well on debut and can score again
  75. ANASHKAYA – Has improved of late and finished runner-up in a Class 2 Conditions race at this track over 1900m on 10 January. Can fight for top honours
    Summary: An interesting race. VATICANA (9) has shown ability in her first two starts and has scope for further improvement, so gets a narrow vote to score. ANASHKAYA (10) drops in distance after a solid run at this track earlier this month and has major claims. MY WAY (2) likes this surface and is in good form, so must be respected. IKOTOFETSY (1) showed some improvement last time out and has the highest handicap rating in the race, making her another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    VATICANA (9) – ANASHKAYA (10) – MY WAY (2) – IKOTOFETSY (1)
    C8 – PRIX DU CHEMIN DE PARIS – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,100
  76. SON VIDA – Showed vast improvement when runner-up in a handicap over this track and trip on 19 December. Can be competitive again
  77. BOLZANO – Battling to find his best form and was 8th in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 30 December. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  78. YOU’VE GOT SAIL – Did not show his best when 8th in a handicap at Nancy over 1400m on 30 November. Needs to do more to score
  79. MAAVAH – Showed improvement when third in a handicap over this course and distance on 27 December. Likes the surface and has claims
  80. MOON RIDER – Unreliable but did finish fourth in a handicap over this course and distance on 27 December. Capable of getting into the mix of things once again
  81. MONTE LINAS – Unreliable and finished 10th in a handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 30 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  82. D DAY MAN – Did not show his best when 9th in a handicap over this track and trip on 27 December. Capable of doing better and could earn some money
  83. ICE CLIMBER – Unreliable and finished 8th in a handicap over this track and trip on 27 December. Could pop up in a place when in the right mood
  84. MISSOURI – Has some fair form and finished fifth in a handicap at this track over 1600m on 27 December. Can be a threat to these rivals
  85. HAYEJOHN – Returned to form and was runner-up in a handicap over this track and trip on 27 December. Can go one place better
  86. BEJAR – Not reliable and finished 10th in a handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 30 December. Others are preferred
  87. SPEED HUNTER – Has struggled of late and was 10th in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 9 January. Capable of doing better and might play a minor role
  88. LE CHAT BOTTE – Unreliable and was unplaced in a handicap at this track over 1600m on 27 December. More is needed to score
  89. ORANGE VIF – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap over this course and distance on 27 December. Others make more appeal
    Summary: HAYEJOHN (10) had eight of these rivals behind him when he was runner-up over this course and distance last month. He is the one to beat in a very open handicap. MAAVAH (4) showed improvement and was not far off that rival that day, so has claims. SON VIDA (1) put up a good performance over this track and trip in a different race last month and is not out of it. MOON RIDER (5) is not reliable but is another one to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    HAYEJOHN (10) – MAAVAH (4) – SON VIDA (1) – MOON RIDER (5)
    C9 – PRIX DU CHEMIN ROYAL – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 28,800
  90. LEOPARDUCCIO – Not reliable and finished 9th in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 9 January. Did better at this track before that and could surprise
  91. GAILLARD – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 23 December. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  92. SPEEDSTER – Did not show his best when 7th in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 9 January. In good form before that and can contest the finish
  93. ROI DE L’AIR – In good shape and was third in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 9 January. Should be right there at the finish once again
  94. RANCON ROYALE – Unreliable and was 8th in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 9 January. Tries further and could contest the finish
  95. MARHARRY – Unreliable but was runner-up in a handicap at this track over 1600m on 27 December. Can get involved with the finish once again
  96. MONTGAUDRY – Has improved of late and was successful in a handicap at this course over 1600m on 27 December. Carries a penalty but can follow up
  97. PLACEHOLDER – Unreliable and finished 9th in a handicap at this track over 1600m on 9 December. Did win before that and has a place chance
  98. CALYPSO – Unreliable and finished tenth in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 18 December. Might play a minor role at best
  99. MICHIGAN FIRE – Unreliable but did finish third in a handicap at this track over 1600m on 27 December. Could earn some minor money
  100. RIVAL ORDER – A winner of his last two starts, the latest in a handicap at this track over 1600m on 27 December. Carries a penalty but is not out of it
  101. SPRING HEART – Returned to form and was runner-up in a handicap at this course over 1600m on 9 December. Can make the frame
  102. NEWKIDONTHEBLOCK – Did not show his best when 13th in a handicap at this track over 1600m on 18 November. Returns from a break but could earn some money
  103. TERANGA – Has struggled on this surface and was tenth in a handicap at Pornichet over 1700m on 7 January. Needs major improvement to score
    Summary: A very interesting lucky last race. RANCON ROYALE (5) was unlucky last time out at Deauville. He tries a longer distance this time around and that might work for him. MARHARRY (6) was behind rival MONTGAUDRY (7) over this track and trip last month but may turn the tables on that rival. SPRING HEART (12) is threatening to win and must be respected on a good last performance. MONTGAUDRY (7) carries a penalty for his recent success but is not out of it.
    SELECTIONS
    RANCON ROYALE (5) – MARHARRY (6) – SPRING HEART (12) – MONTGAUDRY (7)
    R4 LYON LA SOIE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LIGNIERES-EN-BERRY – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 12,800

  1. EXHIT – Consistent individual. Finished behind LIO DE LA PLATA (12) when third over 2150m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 15 December. There should not be much separating the pair at the finish
  2. MR RIEM – Finished fifth over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Class 4 Handicap on 4 January. Will need luck from the wide draw
  3. JAGDA – Finished behind LIO DE LA PLATA (12) when fourth over 2150m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 15 December. She may have to settle for the same result
  4. MOMO NELSON – Finished behind LIO DE LA PLATA (12) when eighth over 2150m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 15 December. He may battle to turn the form around
  5. WAZLAW – Finished ninth over 1600m at Chantilly in Class 2 Conditional on 19 December. Is yet to shape on French soil
  6. FIRSTMAN – Finished fifth over 2500m at Deauville in Class 4 Handicap on 9 January. Tony Piccone is booked to ride, and he should have a say in the outcome of this contest
  7. AMAZING CONTROL – Finished seventh over 2400m at Salon-De-Provence in Class 4 Handicap on 27 November. Needs to find best form to have a say here
  8. ELKABIER – Supplemented for this race. Finished unplaced over 2000m at Nancy in Class 4 Handicap on 30 November. Chance if finding form of previous two efforts
  9. PERLE DE BEAUVAIS – Did not finish over 3500m at Moulins in Claimer over hurdles on 13 December. Back on the flat and look elsewhere
  10. CAPABLE – Unplaced in last two starts, the latest of which was over 2600m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Class 4 Handicap on 21 December. Others are preferred
  11. FORCE TRANQUILLE – Finished strongly when fourth over 2500m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 22 December. She is suited to this course and has a good winning chance
  12. LIO DE LA PLATA – Finished second over 2150m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 15 December. Marie Velon takes the weight off her back and she is a threat
    Summary: FORCE TRANQUILLE (11) produced a strong finish when fourth at Deauville, on 22 December. She has run well on this track previously and is the first choice. LIO DE LA PLATA (12) comes off a good second-place finish and is perfectly suited to this course. She is one of the leading contenders. FIRSTMAN (6) ran a fair race when fifth at Deauville last time. Tony Piccone does duty and he should have a say. EXHIT (1) has good consistent form lines to his credit and merits healthy respect.
    SELECTIONS
    FORCE TRANQUILLE (11) – LIO DE LA PLATA (12) – FIRSTMAN (6) – EXHIT (1)
    C2 – PRIX DE CHATILLON-SUR-CHALARONNE – 2150m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 11,500
  13. PAGAN SUN – Finished unplaced in last two starts, the latest of which was over 2400m at Pornichet in Class 4 Handicap on 28 December. Needs to produce best form to feature
  14. THARPE – Finished fifth over 2150m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 15 December. Can surprise with luck from his wide barrier position
  15. SAN TEODORICO – Finished sixth in last two starts, the latest of which was over 2500m at Le Croise-Laroche in Class 4 Handicap on 3 November. He is well drawn and should go close
  16. AGOUREIL – Finished fifth over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Class 4 Handicap on 4 January. He is having his peak run and should be competitive
  17. FRESH DADDY – Not much promise shown. Finished unplaced over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Conditional Maiden on 5 January. Needs to show improvement
  18. DOWN TOWN – Finished second over 2400m at Aurillac in Class 4 Handicap on 14 September. She returns from a rest and may need the outing
  19. SIGRUNE – Finished seventh over 2600m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Class 4 Claimer on 21 December. Overlook
  20. MOODY CHOP – Poor form. Finished unplaced over 3200m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 5 December. Look elsewhere
  21. VAS Y LEZ – Finished unplaced over 2400m on this course in Handicap on 7 December. Chance on best form shown
  22. INTER POL – Poor form. Finished unplaced over 1800m on this course in Claimer on 15 December. Others are preferred
  23. LA HAUTE ISLE – Finished unplaced over 2500m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 22 December. Drops back in class and can feature on best form shown
  24. SAMBA – Finished sixth over 2100m at Pornichet in Class 4 Handicap on 7 January. She will strip much fitter and from pole position, she can return to winning ways
    Summary: SAMBA (12) made an encouraging return at Pornichet on 7 January. She is well-weighted and from pole position, she is the horse to beat. SAN TEODORICO (3) should be ideally suited to this distance and from his good draw of three, he should throw out a big challenge. LA HAUTE ISLE (11) took on stronger last time and drops back in class. With luck from the widest draw, she should be competitive. AGOUREIL (4) is having his third run after a short rest. Sylvain Ruis does duty and he should feature.
    SELECTIONS
    SAMBA (12) – SAN TEODORICO (3) – LA HAUTE ISLE (11) – AGOUREIL (4)
    C3 – PRIX DE VICHY – 2150m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 14,600
  25. SOFT DREAM – Finished sixth in both efforts, the latest of which was over 1900m at Deauville in Conditional Maiden on 29 December. She has a strong winning chance in this field
  26. MISTRALOU – Not much promise shown. Finished ninth over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Conditional Maiden on 6 December. Needs to show improvement to feature
  27. PEGASUS D’AZUR – Finished unplaced on debut over 1800m on this course in Conditional Unraced on 15 December. Needs to improve
  28. JOHNNY DRIVE – Finished eighth over 1800m at Marseille Borely in Claimer on 15 September. Returns from a break and may need this outing
  29. PERD PAS L’NORD – Finished unplaced on debut over 1600m at Lignieres in Conditional Maiden on 29 November. Look elsewhere
  30. GOLDY FILLY – Finished unplaced on debut over 1800m on this course in Conditional Unraced on 15 December. Will need to improve to have a say
  31. NEW PEARL – Finished second over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Handicap on 5 January. She is one of the leading contenders
  32. FONROMY – Supplemented for this race. Finished seventh over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Handicap on 5 January. She can feature on best form shown
  33. ATALAYA – Finished fourth over 1900m at Deauville in Claimer on 9 January. She is a filly with scope and should be involved at the finish
    Summary: SOFT DREAM (1) has finished sixth in both his efforts against stronger company. In this type of field, he can notch up his first-career victory. NEW PEARL (7) comes off a good second-place finish over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux. With the natural improvement that is expected, she should be right there. ATALAYA (9) ran well at Deauville recently and from pole position, she should have a say in the outcome of this contest. FONROMY (8) is inconsistent but can finish on the podium if producing her best.
    SELECTIONS
    SOFT DREAM (1) – NEW PEARL (7) – ATALAYA (9) – FONROMY (8)
    C4 – PRIX PAMPERODINE – 2150m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 14,400
  34. MUST BE CRACKERS – Finished unplaced in both starts, the latest of which was over 1900m at Deauville in Claimer on 17 December. Needs to improve
  35. RAGE CHOPE – Finished third over 1900m at Deauville in Claimer on 16 January. With luck from her awkward draw, she can win a race of this nature
  36. PRINCESS ALICE – Finished seventh over 2000m at Pau in Conditional Maiden on 26 December. She has scope to show improvement in this line-up
  37. CITY OF ANGELS – Finished unplaced over 1500m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in Conditional Maiden on 14 January. Chance if finding form of penultimate effort
  38. BABADOO – Finished ninth over 2000m at Toulouse in Claimer on 30 November. Needs to show improvement
  39. LIGHTIANA – Finished fifth over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Claimer on 4 January. She has scope and can improve from a good draw of three
  40. AVATINE IMPACT – Finished fourth over 2100m at Pornichet in Claimer on 7 December. Is a progressive individual but more is needed
  41. ZELZANA – Finished fourth over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Claimer on 4 January. She is well drawn in barrier two and is one of the leading contenders
  42. NANALA – Finished unplaced over 1600m at Chantilly in Handicap on 10 January. This is her first run in a Claimer, and she can show good improvement
  43. ARTISTA – Finished unplaced in both starts, the latest of which was over 1900m at Chantilly in Claimer on 27 December. Look elsewhere
    Summary: RAGE CHOPE (2) has shown consistency in this category and if this outing has not come too soon, she can notch up her first-career victory. ZELZANA (8) finished strongly at Marseille Pont de Vivaux recently and with Sylvain Ruis in the saddle, she should go close. NANALA (9) is having her first run in a Claimer, and she has plenty of scope to show good improvement. CITY OF ANGELS (4) was supplemented for this race. If finding the form of her third-place finish on 16 December, she should feature.
    SELECTIONS
    RAGE CHOPE (2) – ZELZANA (8) – NANALA (9) – CITY OF ANGELS (4)
    C5 – PRIX DE MONTLUCON – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
  44. TREIZIEME MOIS – Finished sixth over 1900m at Deauville in Class 4 Handicap on 8 January. He takes on weaker opposition and cannot be discounted
  45. AGRIMONIA – Finished eighth over 2400m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 7 December. Others are preferred
  46. KAPETANIOS – Finished second over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Class 4 Handicap on 4 January. He is consistent and should throw out a big challenge
  47. RIDWAAN – Is better than recent form. Finished ninth over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Class 4 Handicap on 16 December. Chance if putting best foot forward
  48. QUEEN SINGER – Battling to find best form. Finished ninth over 2150m on this track in Class 3 Handicap on 15 December. Others have a stronger winning chance
  49. THE CHARMER – Finished fourth over 2150m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 7 December. Can finish on the podium with luck in running
  50. THREE DREAMS – Finished eighth over 1800m on this track in Class 4 Handicap on 5 December. Needs to produce best form to have a say here
  51. THUNDERHEART – Finished eighth over 1600m at Cagnes-Ser-Mur in Class 3 Handicap on 12 January. Will need luck from the widest barrier position
  52. INTUITION – Supplemented for this race. Finished unplaced over 1600m at Cagnes-Ser-Mur in Class 3 Handicap on 12 December. Needs to find form of penultimate run when victorious at Chantilly
  53. BEST SHALAA – Victorious over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Class 4 Handicap on 4 January. She is in a good space and can follow up with another victory
  54. COGOLIN – Finished fifth over 1900m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 23 December. Can go close if finding form of penultimate outing when second over this course and distance
  55. ONCHAO – Finished unplaced over 2000m at Salon-De-Provence in Class 3 Handicap on 9 September. He returns from a rest and may need the outing
    Summary: COGOLIN (11) took on stronger at Deauville last time. He was narrowly beaten over this course and distance in his penultimate start. If finding the form of that run, he has a winning chance. KAPETANIOS (3) is suited to this track and has consistent recent form lines. He is one of the leading contenders. TREIZIEME MOIS (1) takes on weaker opposition and with Tony Piccone in the saddle, he cannot be ignored. BEST SHALAA (10) comes off a victory at Marseille Pont de Vivaux and merits healthy respect.
    SELECTIONS
    COGOLIN (11) – KAPETANIOS (3) – TREIZIEME MOIS (1) – BEST SHALAA (10)
    C6 – PRIX CRIS KRAFT – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  56. VARESI – Finished third on debut over this distance on this course in Conditional Unraced on 15 December. He would have gained from the experience and has a winning chance
  57. LINDEN BLOSSOM – Finished unplaced over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Conditional Maiden on 4 January. Needs to produce best form to have a say
  58. JIVEDA – Finished behind PERSIANROMY (8) when seventh over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Conditional Maiden on 4 January. She may have to settle for the same result
  59. SHATIVA – Finished eighth on debut over 1400m at Vichy in Conditional Maiden on 23 September. Needs to show improvement
  60. TEMADIVA – Finished seventh in last three starts, the latest of which was over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Conditional Maiden on 21 December. Others have a stronger winning chance
  61. BLANCA – Not much promise shown. Finished unplaced over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Conditional Maiden on 21 December. Others are preferred
  62. FIDJI – Finished unplaced over 1900m at Deauville in Conditional Maiden on 29 December. Overlook
  63. PERSIANROMY – Supplemented for this race. Finished second over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Conditional Maiden on 4 January. She is a progressive type and is a threat
  64. I AM STILL STANDING – Disappointing latest when eighth over 1500m at Cagnes-Ser-Mur in Conditional Maiden on 14 January. She is suited to this course and cannot be ignored
    Summary: VARESI (1) produced a promising debut effort when third over this course and distance. He would have gained from the experience and with the natural improvement that is expected, he should win. PERSIANROMY (8) is a progressive individual and is not far off a victory. I AM STILL STANDING (9) was disappointing last time but returns to a course that suits her well. Tony Piccone does duty and she cannot be discounted. JIVEDA (3) has fair recent form lines to her name. She jumps from a handy draw and can show.
    SELECTIONS
    VARESI (1) – PERSIANROMY (8) – I AM STILL STANDING (9) – JIVEDA (3)
    C7 – PRIX DE MOULINS – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400
  65. SKIPPER – Finished unplaced in last two starts, the latest of which was over 1900m at Deauville in Class 4 Handicap on 30 December. Others have a stronger winning chance
  66. FEE DU VIVIEN – Has been campaigning over hurdles. Did not finish over 4000m at Cagnes-Ser-Mur in Claimer on 29 December. Back on the flat and others are preferred
  67. ROI DE FLANDRE – Finished unplaced over 1900m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 23 December. Drops back in class and can feature on best form
  68. SPIRIT GREY – In good form. Finished second over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Class 4 Handicap on 4 January. May be rewarded for consistency
  69. EMPRESS STAR – Finished ninth over 2400m at Pornichet in Class 4 Handicap on 28 December. Others look stronger
  70. SECRET FEELING – Finished ninth over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Class 4 Handicap on 4 January. Chance if finding form of penultimate run when second on this course
  71. ANTINEA – Finished eighth over 1900m at Deauville in Class 4 Handicap on 30 December. Will need to produce best form to have a say
  72. AS A CHARM – Finished second over 1800m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 5 December. He has freshened up and can go one better
  73. SPACE QUAKE – Finished eighth over 2150m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 15 December. Chance on previous form
  74. SECRET GLORY – Finished eighth over 1900m at Deauville in Class 4 Handicap on 30 December. Chance with luck from the wide draw
  75. KARINATA – Finished unplaced over 1700m at Divonne in Conditional Maiden on 19 October. Can easily be overlooked
  76. CALAS QUEEN – Finished eighth over 1800m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 5 December. Unlikely to trouble the judge
    Summary: SPIRIT GREY (4) has consistent form lines to his credit. He jumps from pole position and may be the one to side with. AS A CHARM (8) is in good form heading into this contest. He has freshened up since his good second-place finish and can go close. SECRET FEELING (6) is better than her last start. She finished second in her penultimate run on this course and cannot be discounted. ROI DE FLANDRE (3) is inconsistent but if finding the form of his penultimate outing, he should have a say.
    SELECTIONS – SPIRIT GREY (4) – AS A CHARM (8) – SECRET FEELING (6) – ROI DE FLANDRE (3)

Comments

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *