French Selections Friday 20th

R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

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

NOUNASSIMA – 2nd on debut 2.5 weeks ago in a 2825m Class F at Le Croise-Laroche. Sports pads this time but still faces a tough task
NO ONE – 2nd in a 2850m Laval Class E 3 weeks ago. Will have progressed for the run and with a leading driver at the helm, is easy to fancy for the win
NONOLETA – In the frame in 2 of 3, most recently runner-up to NAZZARENA (6) in a 2450m Caen Class F 11 days ago. Is unlikely to win this but can still challenge for a place in the picture
NIKITA DES ARRIS – Opened her account a month ago when comfortably winning a Graignes Class F, however in this company will struggle to make her mark
NIGHT DRESS – Got off the mark at Mauquenchy on 24 February before failing to deliver at Enghien. Is clearly better than the result would suggest and, with pads fitted this time, can get back in the game
NAZZARENA – Ran 3rd in Bordeaux on 22 February, then easily won a 2450m Caen Class F 11 days ago. Pads fitted again and makes her Vincennes bow with a good hand to play
NEW WAVE – Ran 3rd over the main track on re-entry, then pleased at Pontchateau 2 weeks ago. Has earned the right to race in this category and is also good enough to impose
NUT AND MONEY – Lost her maiden status at Mauquenchy in late-January prior to running modest 4th in a 2700m Class C 3 weeks later, and will have more to find
Summary: A trio of fillies in the running here but marginal preference must go to the well-related NO ONE (2) who left a good impression at Laval recently. He will be partnered by Mathieu Mottier this time and should be good enough to win a race of this nature. That said, NEW WAVE (7) has returned to competition in good shape and it will not be long before she loses her own maiden tag. NAZZARENA (6) debuts left-handed after flying up at Caen recently and is unlikely to be far off the mark.
SELECTIONS
NO ONE (2) – NEW WAVE (7) – NAZZARENA (6) – NONOLETA (3)
C2 – PRIX ATE – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 46,000
MELANCHOLY MAN – Capable sort in the monte code. Here for reasons of conditioning and can be passed over
MON PLAISIR – Not the easiest of horses to use but finished respectable 4th behind MERMOZ (4) over track and trip late last month. Starts in front here but still a minor place chance at best
MACINAGGIO – Fine colt that would have finished closer over 2700m here a month back had he been afforded a run. Will appreciate the drop in distance and the draw will only enhance his prospects. Claim
MERMOZ – Produced a 50-1 surprise when 2nd in a Class C under these conditions on 28 February. Enjoys another fine draw and has a reasonable chance of challenging for a place on the podium
MIKADO GEDE – Never at his ease but ran good 3rd in a 2175m Class B here on 15 February. Will be better off in this mobile start event and from the 5 slot has the ability to give MACINAGGIO (3) a run for his money
MOURILLON – Sports front pads for first time at Vincennes after having run 3rd in a 2700m Class B here on 20 February. Enjoys a decent spot on the front row and is unlikely to disappoint
MORETIME DU CAMPUS – Honest trotter that was not disgraced in a 2175m Class C here on 8 February. Paul Ploquin would have preferred a better draw though and others preferred
MUST DU BELLAY – Ran 2nd over 2700m here on 17 February before coming 3rd in a Bordeaux Class D a fortnight ago. Is placed wide on the first line but form is not in question and has a realistic chance of picking up a cheque
MANIGOD – Quality trotter with significant aptitude for the ridden code and will have other ambitions
MISTER ROYAL – Quality element starting for first time since September. Is competitively-shod though, with Eric Raffin reining, and should not be underestimated
MOZART DE L’ITON – Has not put a foot out of line over recent months . Faces a much tougher lot this time but should nevertheless be able to hold his own
Summary: MACINAGGIO (3) endured a tough trip over 2700m here a month ago when quite obviously in excellent shape and from the 3 slot can impose this time. Sporting pads as he did when winning in Bordeaux, MOURILLON (6) finished just ahead of him that day and should again figure prominently, but may first have to see off MIKADO GEDE (5) who returns to racing barefoot after having reassured here in mid-February. Runner-up over track and trip 3 weeks ago when competitively-shod for the first time, MERMOZ (4) is well-placed on the front line and Alexandre Abrivard finds himself in his bike for the occasion.
SELECTIONS
MACINAGGIO (3) – MIKADO GEDE (5) – MOURILLON (6) – MERMOZ (4)
C3 – PRIX DE TRAPPES – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 46,000
KORIGANE D’ERABLE – Just missed out on the hat-trick in November before being put away for the winter. Is barefoot for re-entry, has thrived since moving yards, and even though in better company cannot be ruled out
KEMILLA DE BRION – Has been suffering from seconditis over recent months but is clearly at the top of her game. Has yet to deliver under these conditions but in current form is easy to fancy for another podium finish
KOOL DU CHATELET – Would most certainly have imposed here on 7 February had he not run into trouble. Has a lot going for him this time and can put things right. Claim
KANELLE STAR – Surprise 2nd in a Class D over course and distance on 8 February but failed to confirm at Caen 2 weeks ago. Entrusted to David Thomain this time but still not a concern
KOUREAS D’ELA – Went into her spell on a high note and could arguably have picked up where she left off had she not lost her action but, on better behaviour, can make amends and contest the finish this time
KING D’HERMES – Somewhat made up for Nantes elimination when 3rd in a Cagnes Class F a fortnight ago. Goes well when barefoot and looks a respectable first-5 chance
KARMA TEJY – Left a good impression at Caen last month, is barefoot this time, and with Eric Raffin in the bike will be no easy touch
KOSY D’ERONVILLE – 4th behind KEMILLA DE BRION (2) in a Laval Class F on 18 February, at 81-1. A repeat, however, seems most improbable
KRISTO STAR – Out of the picture in last 2 but is reunited with Paul Ploquin for whom he goes well and, in spite of a wide draw, can pick up some prizemoney
KAIROS DE BOMO – Made the frame in 2 before being eliminated early in a 2700m Class D here on 22 February. Form is not in question though and even from the back row can redeem himself
KARAIELLA BOND – Disappointing in all 3 starts this term. Shod to preference on this occasion but still has nothing to contribute
KING CASH CEKE – Gives a good account for the most part but was pulled up at Enghien last time out. Is good in his category but is being aimed too high this time
Summary: A tough nut to crack when barefoot and focused, KOOL DU CHATELET (3) ran a close 2nd here last month despite suffering traffic problems. He benefits from a good spot behind the car this time and Thibaut Dromigny will be determined to set the record straight. He will still want to be wary of the well-positioned KOUREAS D’ELA (5) who left a good impression on re-entry at Lisieux last Saturday, and KARMA TEJY (7) who will be barefoot for her first goal of the spring. Runner-up in all 3 starts this term, KEMILLA DE BRION (2) also enjoys a front-row break and it will not be long before she gets her nose in front.
SELECTIONS
KOOL DU CHATELET (3) – KOUREAS D’ELA (5) – KARMA TEJY (7) – KEMILLA DE BRION (2)
C4 – PRIX FELICIEN GAUVREAU – ETRIER 3 ANS Q2 – 2700m (a1m1/2) – – Mounted – EUR € 120,000
NORGUSSON ATALANTE – Placed twice here in January before being eliminated in a 2200m Class B here 3 weeks ago, and is not a concern
NELATI DE MORGANE – Debuts under the saddle after 3 straight harness clinkers and looks the weak link here
NAMARETTI DEVOL – Ran 5th in 13 February race of reference before coming 2nd to the good Neo Vanilla in a Class B over the short course late last month. Is not about to get his nose in front but can still pick up a cheque
NEWTON DES ANDIERS – Ran 2nd to NICKEL DE BAILLE (7) over course and distance before running 4th to him in 2200m Gr.3 Prix Edouard Marcillac. Is unlikely to contest the finish but can still trot his way into the picture
NINJA DE L’ENVOL – Confirmed trainer’s belief when excellent 2nd to NICKEL DE BAILLE (7) in 2200m Gr.3 Prix Edouard Marcillac on 13 February. Returns with morale intact and once again looks the main threat to NICKEL DE BAILLE (7)
NEW SUCCESS – Failed to make any impact in Gr.3 Prix Edouard Marcillac when last of 7 finishers. Sports hind pads this time, and is reunited with Eric Raffin for the occasion, but others still easier to back
NICKEL DE BAILLE – Winner of all 3 monte starts to date and has improved with every run. Held off NINJA DE L’ENVOL (5) that day and can do so once more. Claim
Summary: Undefeated in 3 runs under the saddle, most recently the Gr.3 Prix Edouard Marcillac, NICKEL DE BAILLE (7) puts his perfect status on the line once again but still looks the horse to beat. Close runner-up to him that day, on his first start in the code, NINJA DE L’ENVOL (5) must be taken seriously, as should 4th placed NEWTON DES ANDIERS (4) who has taken particularly well to his vocation.
SELECTIONS
NICKEL DE BAILLE (7) – NINJA DE L’ENVOL (5) – NEWTON DES ANDIERS (4) – NAMARETTI DEVOL (3)
C5 – PRIX CANOPUS – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 49,000
KOUROUX – Opened his 2026 account in a Vire Class E early this month. Has placed in 1 of 2 under these conditions but others still preferred
KOQUERY DU BUISSON – Got back in the winners’ circle at Chartres on 1 March and was not disgraced at Enghien 10 days ago. Is not a priority but has solid course-and-distance credentials and will have his supporters
KING LOOK – Won at Nantes, then at Vincennes, but not the luckiest at Mauquenchy. Will appreciate the mobile start though and Théo Duvaldestin has an excellent opportunity to set the record straight
KENNEDY FRANCE – Enjoying something of a second wind, imposing under these conditions before repeating at Caen early this month, and Paul Ploquin will be justifiably confident of a big run
JOPLIN DES CROUAS – Delicate type that seldom makes his presence felt theses days and is unlikely to start now
KALMIO DE LOU – Not the easiest of horses to gauge but has been showing his form recently, latterly winning a Class E at Le Croise-Laroche with authority 2.5 weeks ago. Is not about to repeat but can nevertheless finish in the mix
KRAK D’AZUR – Recently returned to competition following a 10 months’ break. Shoes back on and has nothing to contribute
JAZZMAN – Eliminated in 3 of last 4 but nevertheless showed at Vire that he is close to his race. Placed on sole start over course and distance and despite the draw must still be taken seriously
KRACKER PIYA – Has turned a corner over recent weeks, posting 2 straight victories, including over course and distance. Benefits from an excellent draw and has a reasonable chance of completing the hat-trick
IMPERIAL DE FORGAN – Modest individual with better prospects at a lower level and can be confidently disregarded
JACKPOT D’ORGUEIL – Capable on a good day and appreciates 2100m of the main track, but has pulled a tough number and in this category will have too much to do
Summary: The talented KING LOOK (3) was unable to complete the hat-trick when missing the break at Mauquenchy, only to be subsequently pulled-up. Winner of his only start under these conditions, he is very easy to like for the win. Nicely-positioned just to his outside, KENNEDY FRANCE (4) won over course and distance before confirming at Caen and is clearly a contender, as is the less well drawn KRACKER PIYA (9) who similarly returns on a hat-trick. JAZZMAN (8) has been showing his capricious side but is plainly in race-mode and will be barefoot as he was when imposing here last September.
SELECTIONS
KING LOOK (3) – KENNEDY FRANCE (4) – KRACKER PIYA (9) – JAZZMAN (8)
C6 – PRIX ALI HAWAS – ETRIER 3 ANS Q1 – 2700m (a1m1/2) – – Mounted – EUR € 120,000
NATURE DU GOUTIER – Opened her monte account on 11 February before coming 4th to NEO VANILLA (6) in a 2200m Class B over the inner course 3 weeks ago. 4 pads fitted this time but still not easy to recommend
NAGINATA – Got off the mark in a Class C over course and distance on 5 February. Was never at her ease over the inner course next time, but is reunited with Benjamin Rochard who will endeavour to put things right. Place chance
NEBULEUSE FLIGNY – Debuts in the discipline, and makes first start since early-December, and is unlikely to spring any surprises
NIZZA ROCCA – 2nd over course and distance on monte debut mid-January. Has had time to get back in shape following her Gr.3 Prix Holly Du Locton disappointment, and should not be entirely overlooked
NESPERA – Debuted nicely in the discipline, finishing 3rd to NIKITA DES CHARMES (8) in Gr.3 Prix Holly Du Locton here on 13 February. Has ground to make up but is clearly a filly for the future and can repeat
NEO VANILLA – Takes a considerable leap in category after dominating a 2200m Class B over the inner course 3 weeks ago. Is not a priority but can trot and will be worth monitoring
NANIKA DU PONT – Eliminated in Gr.3 Prix Holly Du Locton, her public debut under the saddle. Is not easy to handle but she nevertheless showed serious aptitude that day and, if applied, can get in on the action
NIKITA DES CHARMES – Improving filly with considerable aptitude for the discipline. Is unbeaten in last 4, most recently 2200m Gr.3 Prix Holly du Locton here on 13 February, and once again has a legitimate claim on the spoils
NAYARA – Gave NIKITA DES CHARMES (8) a run for her money in Gr.3 Prix Holly Du Locton here on 13 February. Is sure to have come on for the race and once again looks the main danger
Summary: NIKITA DES CHARMES (8) has been quite the revelation since switching codes, winning 4 straight, including twice under these conditions. She is easy to fancy for the 5-timer but NAYARA (9) ran her close in the Gr.3 Prix Holly Du Locton, on her first monte start, and Anthony Barrier will be keen to turn the tables. Third that day, on her own ridden bow, NESPERA (5) will have progressed for the run and can again make the frame. NAGINATA (2) may still be rather green but she has buckets of potential and even though taking a significant hike in class, should prove competitive when it matters.
SELECTIONS
NIKITA DES CHARMES (8) – NAYARA (9) – NESPERA (5) – NAGINATA (2)
C7 – PRIX MAIA – 2850m (a2m) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 59,000
JAZZ D’OURVILLE – Failed to deliver in a Class E over course and distance a month ago before running a reassuring 3rd in a 2500m Reims Class F on 1 March. Trainer back in the bike and from the front row make a good go of this. First 5
JAURIAS – Pleased under these conditions in the autumn and has since continued his fruitful ways. Takes on some better horses this time but starts in front and is still competitive for a minor place cheque
IDEAL DU BOUILLON – Has looked decidedly ordinary over recent months and in this category has no possible chance
JARDYLAND – Has been pleasing since there turn of the year and starts on front line here. Has form under these conditions but may be taking on too much this time
IDEFIX DES LANDES – Ended 2025 on a pleasant note but has done nothing noteworthy since. Stays shod for return to Vincennes and is unlikely to create an upset
JASMIN VIVANCIERE – Imposed at Pontchateau in mid-February before running 3rd in a better lot 2 weeks ago. Is confirmed under these conditions and with hind shoes off this time may well prove the main threat to I STILL LOVING YOU (10)
IOUPY TOLLEVILLE – Somewhat disappointing since winning at Le Mans in December. Is barefoot though, with Franck Nivard in the bike, and should not be overlooked
INSTANT D’HAUFOR – Complicated but nevertheless a serious campaigner at this level. Has 3 conditioners under his belt and, twice a winner in 3 starts over course and distance, must be considered a player
JAPAROV LIRE – Made up for Lyon-La Soie elimination when 2nd in a Caen Class D a fortnight back. Tends to show more over longer but, given the conditions, is easy to like for a place in the picture
I STILL LOVING YOU – Imposed at Nantes in January before repeating in style over 2100m here just 3 weeks ago, and even though incurring the penalty will still take all the beating
IMOKO JIBELAU – Useful on a good day but failed to make any impact in last 2 and must get his house in order
IVRIG VIKING – Nicely-engaged but comes here off the back of 3 straight eliminations and others easier to trust
Summary: Like a horse reborn since moving yards, I STILL LOVING YOU (10) stormed up over 2100m here late last month and even with an extra 25m to travel this time still looks the one to beat. His owner-driver, Alexandre Abrivard, will still be keeping a watchful eye on a reconfigured JASMIN VIVANCIERE (6) who benefits from a terrific entry on the front row, and the complicated but talented INSTANT D’HAUFOR (8) who incurs the penalty but who will be competitively-shod. JAPAROV LIRE (9) reassured at Caen earlier in the month and Mathieu Mottier gets the nod.
SELECTIONS
I STILL LOVING YOU (10) – JASMIN VIVANCIERE (6) – INSTANT D’HAUFOR (8) – JAPAROV LIRE (9)
C8 – PRIX DE PREUILLY – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 46,000
MIYA DE JOUDES – Has returned to competition with 2 straight successes, most recently a Saint-Galmier Class B mid-February. Starts on the inside here but still looks dangerous. Chance
MAYOLA VEDAQUAISE – Has not won since coming to Paris but has gone close more than once. Would have preferred a better trip here last month but breaks from the 2 slot this time and can come close
MY HAPPY STORY – Has been acquitting herself honourably so far this year but to little effect. Sports front pads for the first time though and from the 3 slot cannot be discounted
MERYTATON – Sprang a 44-1 surprise when successful in a 2700m Class D here on 25 February. Has been handed a good draw, sports modified shoeing, and is capable of getting in on the action
MESSINA – Would have finished closer than 5th in a Class C under these conditions 3 weeks ago had she found her way through, and if kept out of trouble, can expect to go out heavily-backed
MAHIZ DE GUEZ – Serious filly with excellent monte credentials. Here for reasons of conditioning and can be ruled out
MYSTERY QUEEN – Showed marked improvement here 2.5 weeks ago when close 2nd in a 2700m Class B. Tends to go well for Matthieu Abrivard and, barefoot again, will not be sent out at 27-1 this time
MANHATTAN RAIN – Eliminated in 3 straight this term before running courageous 2nd in a Class C over course and distance 3 weeks ago. Forced to break wide but is plainly in shape and on good behaviour will be competitive once more
MAYA GERBEHAYE – Has yet to excel since starting to race barefoot, but did come 4th in a 2700m Class B here on 22 February, at 132-1. A repeat, however, seems unlikely
MAGGY JENILOU – It took over 2 years to win a 2nd race but she did that at Cagnes in late-January. Followed that up a month later with a disappointing performance in a Class C at the same venue, and even with Gabriele Gelormini reining, is not an obvious choice
MYRTILLE MARBOULA – Won her only start over course and distance, but that was last May, and recent re-entry run did little to convince
MAMZELLE D’HERIPRE – Ran 2nd over track and trip in late-December prior to winning a Cagnes Class D on 7 February. Forced to break from the rear but is still unlikely to be far off the mark
MOANA MESLOISE – Showed promise last summer and autumn but subsequently went off the boil. Returns to racing shod following a dismal re-entry here last month, but will first need to reassure
MEGANE DE CERISY – Complicated filly that lost her action here last month when first-time barefoot. Shod this time but still not a concern
Summary: Somewhat unlucky on her first objective of the year, MESSINA (5) nonetheless showed her form. She will have progressed for the race and from the 5 slot can win this. MIYA DE JOUDES (1) has hardly put a foot wrong though, comes here on a hat-trick, and can pull it off if she turns. MAYOLA VEDAQUAISE (2) has a pair of runs under her belt since the spell, is confirmed over 2100m here, and can play a prominent part. MYSTERY QUEEN (7) had her measure early last month and Mattheiu Abrivard will be eager to prove it was no flash in the pan. MANHATTAN RAIN (8) put a number of eliminations behind her to finish ahead of Alexander Abrivard’s filly here last time and will be similarly configured.
SELECTIONS
MESSINA (5) – MIYA DE JOUDES (1) – MAYOLA VEDAQUAISE (2) – MYSTERY QUEEN (7)
C9 – PRIX ENCELADUS – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 46,000
LIEGO – Left a very good impression at Laval despite a late fault. Is plainly close to his race and will be no pushover if he takes to the new conditions
LUTIN DE BAFFAIS – Eliminated on comeback at Caen 2.5 weeks ago. Has been reconfigured for the occasion but will find the going a bit too tough
LE BARON BEZILLAT – Tricky but capable element returning to racing barefoot after disappointing behind LEOPARD WIT (7) at Pontchateau. Is reunited with Tony Le Beller though and is unlikely to go home empty-handed
LET IT SNOW – Placed in 4 here prior to losing all chance early in a 2850m Class C here a month ago. Is quite obviously in good shape though and Pierre-Yves Verva will be expected to put things square
LANSKY VALLEE – Unremarkable individual starting for first time since December and is unlikely to cause an upset
LAVALO BELLO – Failed to secure the 3-timer when 5th behind LET IT SNOW (4) in a Class D over course and distance early last month. Is patently better than that though and improvement anticipated
LEOPARD WIT – Secured first objective of the year when winning a Pontchateau Class E 2 weeks ago. Takes on a marginally better lot this time, and debuts at the venue, but will be no soft touch if he takes to the new profile
LUGANO DE LOU – Moderate trotter back racing barefoot after running 7th in 7 February race of reference, on comeback. Has had time to progress but still represents no more than a minor place chance
LEONARDO DU DERBY – Useful type making first appearance since 11 January. Tends to be seen more often over shorter but did place on sole 2700m start here and should not be ignored
LE MAC – Has not been seen out since posting 2 straight eliminations last October. Front pads fitted and no danger
LUCKY MESLOIS – Capped the winter meeting off in good order, easily winning a 2100m Class D here on 5 February. Comes here fresh and looks thoroughly capable of repeating
LORDIUS – Hardy trotter with fine provincial credentials but bit off more than he could chew on sole start here. Is barefoot following a return run in Bordeaux but still not an obvious choice
Summary: LUCKY MESLOIS (11) may not have enjoyed the luckiest of winters in Paris but he ended the meeting with an authoritative victory over shorter here last month. He benefits from a good entry and with form maintained could well double his money. He should nevertheless encounter resistance from LIEGO (1) who would have finished close at Laval recently had he not blundered coming out of the final turn, and LAVALO BELLO (6) who steps up in category after having won 2 of last 3 over course and distance. New to Vincennes but an absolute dynamo when barefoot, LEOPARD WIT (7) comes to Paris with a good hand to play.
SELECTIONS
LUCKY MESLOIS (11) – LIEGO (1) – LAVALO BELLO (6) – LEOPARD WIT (7)
R2 MARSEILLE-BORELY [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE L’ILE DEGABY – 3000m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 21,000

MARBELLA DREAM – Unreliable and finished 6th in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2700m on 28 February. Yet to win a race but can play a minor role
MAYBE UP STAR – Only moderate of late and finished 6th in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2700m on 28 February. Needs to do a bit more to score
MA DALTON – Disqualified in a class F at Feurs over 2850m on 8 March. Has struggled this year and is probably best watched for now
MORGANA GUILLERVIL – In good form and was runner-up in a class F at Cavaillon over 2600m on 1 March. Remains barefoot and could earn some more money
MELANIE WELL – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 31 January. Remains barefoot but needs to find a few lengths to score
MIA FERM – A runner-up in her last three starts, the latest in a class E at Marseille-Vivaux over 2650m on 13 February. Big chance in this line-up
MAEVA DE COQUERIE – Only modest of late and finished fifth in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2700m on 28 February. More is needed to beat these rivals
MILADY DE NIMES – Disqualified in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 3 March. Tries barefoot and is capable of playing a minor role
MAGDALENA – Not reliable and finished 6th in a class E at Cabourg over 2725m on 2 October. Returns from a break and has yet to win a race. Others make more appeal
MISS MARGOT – Finished fifth in a class D over this track and trip on 13 March. Yet to win a race but might play a minor role
MAREVA – Has some fair form and finished fifth in a class E at Lyon La Soie over 2000m on 9 March. Tries barefoot and can contest the finish
MALIDA – Only modest of late and finished 7th in a class D at this track over 3000m on 13 March. Tries barefoot and can be competitve in this line-up
MORANE – Holding form and finished fourth in a class C at Marseille-Vivaux over 2650m on 11 December. Has a place chance in this line-up
MALAGA D’ATOUT – Disqualified in two of last three starts, the latest in a class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 28 February. Not easy to trust and could be a threat when smart
MELODIE D’HOULBEC – Battling to find best form and finished 8th in a class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 28 February. Has won over this track and trip and is not out of it
Summary: MIA FERM (6) has been a bit unlucky not to have had winning success so far. She has run well over this course and distance so gets a confident vote for this opening event. MAREVA (11) has some fair form and, being barefoot for the first time, she could go close to scoring. MALAGA D’ATOUT (14) has been plagued with disqualification issues of late but can be a real threat when smart. MALIDA (12) races without shoes and is also capable of getting into the mix of things.
SELECTIONS
MIA FERM (6) – MAREVA (11) – MALAGA D’ATOUT (14) – MALIDA (12)
C2 – PRIX DE L’ILE DE RIOU – 3000m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 21,000
MONTPELLIER – Unreliable and finished 8th in Class F at Agen-Le Passage over 2575m on 16 November. Returns from a break but might play a minor role
MONT VENTOUX – Finished 7th in Class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 18 December. Might play a minor role at very best
MILANAIS VRIE – Unreliable but was runner-up in Class E at Salon-de-Provence over 2200m on 31 August. Returns from a break but is not out of it if fit enough
MILOU DE CAZOULENE – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 28 January. Hard to trust and others are preferred
MICKEY MICHETTUDE – Faulted last time out at Feurs over 2225m on 8 March. Capable of doing better and could make the frame
MADISON ATALANTE – Disqualified last time out when returning from a break at Lyon-La Soie over 2000m on 9 March. In good form before that and can bounce back to score if smart
MUCHO CASH – Has lost the way this year and was disqualified last time out at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 28 February. Capable of doing better and is not out of it
MAD DREAM – In good shape and finished third in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 28 February. Should fight it out
MISTER MAGIC – Disappointing form this year and was 8th in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 28 February. Did better last year and can make the frame
MYSTIC BOND – In good form and finished fourth in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 28 February. Can contest the finish once again
Summary: MAD DREAM (8) has improved since going barefoot and deserves a winning turn and might just get it against these rivals. MYSTIC BOND (10) is consistent and remains in good shape so does look likely to fight out the finish once again. MISTER MAGIC (9) and MUCHO CASH (7) have both been disappointing of late. MISTER MAGIC (9) did a lot better last year and is capable of bouncing back to score. MUCHO CASH (7) has struggled of late but also has the ability to have success at this level.
SELECTIONS
MAD DREAM (8) – MYSTIC BOND (10) – MISTER MAGIC (9) – MUCHO CASH (7)
C3 – PRIX DE L’ILE DE L’EREVINE – 2300m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 24,000
LIZA MARCEAUX – Victorious last time out in Class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 10 March. Has improved of late and could double up
LAIKA D’ESPACE – Only modest of late and was 6th in Class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 28 February. Capable of making the frame
LASKA DU LIVIER – In good shape of late and was third in Class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 3 February. Should be involved with the finish once again
LETOILE AMERICAINE – Unbeaten this year in two starts, the latest in Class F over this course and distance on 13 March. Has disqualification issues but can complete a hat-trick
LILLY DE GOUYE – Unreliable but was barefoot and third in Class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 10 March. Might play a minor role
LOVICTORY WILLIAMS – Unreliable but was runner-up in Class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 28 February. Can be a threat once again
LECTURE PRIVEE – Disqualified last time out at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 7 December. Returns from a break and could need this run
LIBERTE DU RIB – Battling to regain best form and was 9th in Class D at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 9 March. Needs to do more to score
LESLEY ARCTIC – Disqualified last time out at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 10 March. On a long losing run and others are preferred
LA SAMBA DE LOU – Has disqualification issues and faulted last time out in Class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 30 December. Returns from a break but can score when smart
LAVINIA DES ILES – Not reliable and finished tenth in Class E over this course and distance on 1 October. Needs to do more to beat these rivals returning from a break
Summary: L’ETOILE AMERICAINE (4) has won both of her starts this year and that could be the pick of form on offer in the race so gets the vote to score. LOVICTORY WILLIAMS (6) is not reliable but did only find one better on the day last time out and could go one better this time around. LASKA DU LIVIER (3) is in good form and can get involved with the finish once again. LAIKA D’ESPACE (2) is capable of doing better than what she has been showing of late and is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
LETOILE AMERICAINE (4) – LOVICTORY WILLIAMS (6) – LASKA DU LIVIER (3) – LAIKA D’ESPACE (2)
C4 – PRIX DES ILES DU FRIOUL – 2300m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 24,000
LIPSTICK QUICK – Has improved of late and was runner-up in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 3 March. Likes this shorter distance and can score
LOOK AT ME – Successful in a class F at Feurs over 2850m on 8 March. Remains in good form and is clearly not out of it
LE ROI MARGOT – Not disgraced when fifth in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 3 March. Reverts to barefoot and is capable of scoring
LUTIN QUICK – Faulted last time out in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 3 March. Has major disqualificatio issues but can score when staying in stride
L’HEBUS – Holding form and finished fourth in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 28 January. Remains barefoot and has a place chance
LINCOLN HAWK – Disqualified in a class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 16 February. Not easy to trust but can be a threat when smart
LEMON JULRY – In very good form and was third in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 26 February. Should be right there at the finish once again
LELOUP VALLEE – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 20 February. Remains barefoot but more is needed to beat these rivals
LE POULIGUEN – In good form and was runner-up in a class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 10 March. Has major disqualification issues but is a danger when smart
LICINUS BOCAIN – Showed some improvement when fourth in a class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 10 March. Remains barefoot and can play a minor role
L’AIGLE – Not reliable but was third in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 3 March. Remains barefoot and could earn some more money
LAOS DE BANVILLE – Disqualified at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 7 March. Reverts to barefoot but is not easy to trust and others make more appeal
LAZZARO DREAM – Disqualified in a class E at this track over 2300m on 1 October. Returns from a break and could need this run
LUCKY ARCTIC – Unreliable but was a runner-up in a class E at Cavaillon over 2600m on 1 March. Might play a minor role
Summary: A very competitive race. LIPSTICK QUICK (1) has shown improvement of late and likes these shorter distance races so gets a narrow vote to score. LUTIN QUICK (4) has major disqualification issues but can be a threat when he stays in stride. LEMON JULRY (7) remains in very good shape and should be right there at the finish yet again. LINCOLN HAWK (6) is not easy to trust but can get involved with the finish when smart.
SELECTIONS
LIPSTICK QUICK (1) – LUTIN QUICK (4) – LEMON JULRY (7) – LINCOLN HAWK (6)
C5 – PRIX DE L’ILE DE RATONNEAU – 2300m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 24,000
KANTARELLINA CHIC – Unreliable and finished third in a class F at Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne over 2675m on 1 March. Has a place chance in this line-up
KAVALE DU CHOQUEL – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 7 March. Reverts to barefoot but has yet to win a race and others make more appeal
KIM BLUE – Disqualified in a class F at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 12 March. Reverts to barefoot but is unreliable and others make more appeal
KOTKITA – Finished third in a class E at Vincennes over 2850m on 28 December. Returns from a break but can be competitive once again
KISS THE MOON – A winner of a claimer at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2950m on 25 February. Remains barefoot but needs to do more to beat these rivals
KIMMERIDGIENNE – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a class G at Graignes over 2700m on 22 February. Remains barefoot but needs major improvement to win
KEIRA SMART – Not reliable but was third in a class F at Lyon La Soie over 2700m on 17 January. Capable of making the frame
KALOUGA – Only modest of late and finished 7th in a class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 5 January. Reverts to barefoot and could play aminor role at very best
KALINE D’ATOUT – Disqualified in a class F at Franchville over 2475m on 7 March. Reverts to barefoot but others are preferred
KATE DU RIL – Has won her last two starts, the latest in a class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 10 March. Has a very good record barefoot and could complete her hat-trick
KIARA DES MONTS – Unreliable and was runner-up in a class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 3 March. Remains barefoot and can go one place better
KATHLEEN D’ECOTAY – Returned to form a barefoot winner in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 20 February. Not fully barefoot this time but is not out of it
KALIE TEJY – In good shape and was fourth in a class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 3 March. Reverts to barefoot and has a place chance
KATCHINA DUEM – Unreliable and was fourth in a class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 10 March. Reverts to barefoot and could earn some money
Summary: KATE DU RIL (10) is clearly talented and has a very proud record when barefoot. She will not be easy to beat. KATHLEEN D’ECOTAY (12) was the last mare to beat rival KATE DU RIL (10) and remains barefoot and a lively danger. KOTKITA (4) was in good form before her short break and can contest the finish if fit enough. KEIRA SMART (7) is unreliable and may need to find a few lengths to beat those rivals but can make the frame.
SELECTIONS
KATE DU RIL (10) – KATHLEEN D’ECOTAY (12) – KOTKITA (4) – KEIRA SMART (7)
C6 – PRIX DE L’ILE DE PLANIER – 2300m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 24,000
KUNG FU FAMILY – Not reliable but was fourth in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 28 February. Better this distance and is capable of an upset
KASHMIR DU GERS – Holding form and was not disgraced when fifth in a class F at Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne over 2675m on 1 March. Reverts to barefoot and can contest the finish
KADENCE MAN – Did not show his best when 7th in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 3 February. Reverts to barefoot and can earn some money
KADO D’OCCAGNES – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a class D at this track over 2300m on 13 March. Needs to find a few lengths to win
KAMARO DUEM – Has some fair form and finished fifth in a class D over this track and trip on 13 March. Remains barefoot and has a place chance
KIDNAPPING – Not reliable but was victorious in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 17 February. Has been successful over this course and distance and can score again
KOOL LUDOIS – Unreliable and finished 9th in a class D over this course and distance on 13 March. Remains barefoot and might play a minor role
KRONOS DE BUSSET – Unreliable and finished 6th in a class F at Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne over 2675m on 1 March. Races without shoes and is capable of getting involved with the finish
KYLLIAN – Undefeated in two starts this year, the latest in a class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 10 March. Can complete the hat-trick
KLIMT MERITE – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 17 February. Hard to trust and others are preferred
KRAKATOA BAR – Showed some improvement when fifth in a class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 17 February. Remains barefoot and needs to do more to beat these rivals
KEEP TIME – Disqualified in a class D at this track over 2300m on 13 March. Remains barefoot but is not easy to trust and others make more appeal
KOSMOS DE SOCERY – Victorious in a class F at Carpentras over 2650m on 14 October. Returns from a break and could need this run
Summary: KIDNAPPING (6) does come with disqualification issues but he is clearly talented. He is at his best over these short distances and gets a confident vote to score. KASHMIR DU GERS (2) has some fair form. He is also barefoot and ready to strike. KRONOS DE BUSSET (8) is unreliable but does race without shoes and will be a threat. KYLLIAN (9) is unbeaten this year and will not go down easily this time around either.
SELECTIONS
KIDNAPPING (6) – KASHMIR DU GERS (2) – KRONOS DE BUSSET (8) – KYLLIAN (9)
C7 – PRIX DE L’ILE MAIRE – 3000m (a2m) – Class G – Harness – EUR € 25,000
JEUX DE L’ETRE – Unreliable and finished 5th in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. Returns from a break and could need this run
JALAPA – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest in class F at Marseille-Vivaux over 2650m on 13 February. Has major disqualification issues and is best watched for now
JOYEUX D’OUXY – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 12 February. Succesful back in November and again in December. Is a threat when staying on the trot
IPOTEK – Disqualified twice in a last three starts, the latest in class H at Sault over 3025m on 10 August when barefoot. Could need this run returning from a break
JACK FLAC – Victorious at Mons over 2300m on 3 March. In good form and is quite capable of fllowing up in this line-up
ILTON BEAUREGARD – Unreliable but did run well when 3rd in class F over this track and trip on 13 March. Victorious back in February and can contest the finish
J’ADORE CE MEC – Not reliable and was 4th in class G at this course over 2300m on 10 June. Likely to need this run returning from a break
INES DE MAJEAN – Finished 3rd in class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 8 March. Has shown improvement and is not out of it if staying in stride
JIM JULRY – Has struggled of late and was 14th in class E at Lyon-La Soie over 2050m on 9 March. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
IBERICO – Has some fair form and finished fourth in class E at this course over 2300m on 13 March. Remains barefoot and can challenge for top honours
ICARE DU POMMEREUX – Only modest of late and finished 7th in class E at this track over 2300m on 13 March. More is needed to beat these rivals
HAMYOT DE BOMO – Only modest of late and finished 7th in class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 7 March. Remains barefoot but more is needed to score
JINGALO BABEL – Unreliable but was 5th in class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2700m on 25 February. Has shown improvement and is barefoot. Can earn some money
JOKER DU MIDI – Only modest of late and finished 8th in class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 12 February. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
JUST D’ACADIE – Disappointing form of late and was 11th in Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 2 March. Capable of doing better and has a place chance
IWAN D’AVEL – Not reliable and finished 8th in class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 28 February. Needs to find a few lengths to score
Summary: JACK FLAC (5) returns to France after some solid wins in Belgium and looks the one to beat. JOYEUX D’OUXY (3) has faulted twice in a row but is certainly capable of winning when smart. IBERICO (10) was not disgraced at this track last time out and could have more to offer over this distance. INES DE MAJEAN (8) has disqualification issues but was good at Cagnes-sur-Mer and is capable of being a threat to these rivals.
SELECTIONS
JACK FLAC (5) – JOYEUX D’OUXY (3) – IBERICO (10) – INES DE MAJEAN (8)
C8 – PRIX DE L’ILE DE POMEGUES – 2300m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 30,000
HARENA DE MARZY – Unreliable and finished 8th in class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 8 March. Has disqualification issues and needs major improvement to win
JIGSAW PUZZLE – Has struggled of late and was 12th in class E at Cavaillon over 2600m on 1 March. Others make more appeal
INCAHUASI – Unreliable and finished 8th in class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 25 February. Victorious back in January and should be competitive once again
FAKIR DE LARRE – Only modest of late and finished 6th in class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 7 March. Remains barefoot but others are preferred
IRRATI DUEM – Not disgraced when 5th in class E at Agen-Le Passage over 2050m on 3 March. Unreliable but has a place chance
HOLD UP NOCTURNE – Off form and finished 10th in class E at Cavaillon over 2600m on 1 March. On a long losing streak and more is needed to score
GIRLY VICTORY – Finished 11th in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 5 January. Remains barefoot but is battling to find best form and others are preferred
I LOVE JOSSELYN – In good form and finished 4th in class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 8 March. Should fight out the finish
JALAPENO – Not disgraced when 4th in class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 28 February. Has shown improvement of late and has claims at scoring
HURRICANE FRANCE – Finished 3rd in class E at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 18 February. Unreliable bit can get into the mix of things
HELLO BOY DU PIC – Not reliable but was 4th in class F at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 12 March. Capable of making the frame
HARFAN DES GRANGES – Disqualified in a claimer at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 7 March. Remains barefoot but is not easy to trust and others are preferred
IROISE QUESNOT – Not reliable and finished 7th in class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 3 March. May need to do more than that to beat these rivals
HAPPY LYL – Only modest of late and finished 7th in class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 28 February. More is needed to beat these rivals
INSOLENT SOMOLLI – Finished 11th in Class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2700m on 8 January. Victorious back in November and likes this track and can earn some money
Summary: This lucky last race could shape into a two-horse race at the finish. I LOVE JOSSELYN (8) is in good form and looks the one to beat. JALAPENO (9) starts in the second row but has shown improvement of late and should be right there at the finish once again. HELLO BOY DU PIC (11) is not reliable but was not disgraced at Saint-Galmier and can get involved with the finish. INCAHUASI (3) is not reliable but cannot be ruled out from making the frame.
SELECTIONS
I LOVE JOSSELYN (8) – JALAPENO (9) – HELLO BOY DU PIC (11) – INCAHUASI (3)
R3 LE MANS [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LA SOCIETE DES COURSES DE SABLE-SUR-SARTHE – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 19,200

SOURDEVAL – Ran well to be 3rd on debut over 1900m at Chantilly in a conditions race on February 19th. Open to progress and can play a lead role
BAILEYS HIP HOP – Unplaced on the one run over 1900m at Deauville on January 30th in a conditions race. Has work to do to be involved
JABRACADABRA – Three runs so far, 4th on the latter over 1800m at Compiegne in a maiden race on October 10th. Leading chance of scoring
RED SCOTCH – Ran well to be 3rd on his last run over 1900m at Chantilly in a handicap on February 20th. One to pay attention to
SOCIANDO – Placed 4th on his last run at this track over 1950m on March 4th in a maiden race. Look for an alternative
MANGAS – Finished 9th on the one run over 1900m at Chantilly on February 19th when running green. Unlikely to be a threat
MISTER CHARMES – Unraced gelding by St Mark’s Basilica, the dam won 2 races. From a good stable that does well with newcomers and is worth a market check
GOT LOOK – Gelding by Almanzor, the dam was placed a few times. Likely to need this run unless the betting vibes are strong
BYZANTIN – Unraced gelding by Persian King, the dam won 3 races, including a Listed race and was placed in a Group 2 race. Monitor the betting for clues
Summary: JABRACADABRA (3) has finished fourth on two of his three runs, most recently over 1800m at Compiegne in a maiden race in early October last year. He has had time to mature and can be expected to be fit to go. He is preferred ahead of SOURDEVAL (1), who ran well to be third at Chantilly on debut in mid-February and can improve from that effort. MISTER CHARMES (7) has a taking pedigree and is one to watch in the betting for any support. RED SCOTCH (4) makes up the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
JABRACADABRA (3) – SOURDEVAL (1) – MISTER CHARMES (7) – RED SCOTCH (4)
C2 – PRIX DE RUAUDIN – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 19,200
ST KILDA – Finished 8th over 1900m on the one run at Chantilly on February 19th in a conditions race. Likely to find this difficult
GLORIOUS CROSS – Four unplaced runs of late, the latter over 1400m at this track on November 17th last time. Unlikely to be a threat
DARYA – Two unplaced runs of late, the most recent over 1600m at Chantilly on February 25th in a maiden race. Ought to be involved with progress expected
FRANCIGENA – Well beaten on the one run at Chantilly over 1600m in a conditions race on February 12th. Has work to do to be involved
FASHION CITY – Placed 2nd on her last run on December 19th at Chantilly in a maiden race. Expected to be fit from a layoff and can score
ESIOL – Placed second over 1600m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on November 4th in a maiden race. Lightly raced and looks progressive
NEVER LATE – Ran with promise over 1700m when 2nd on February 27th in a maiden race at Pornichet. Open to improvement and can feature
FILLETTE DU HOULEY – Finished 6th on February 27th at Pornichet on the one start over 1700m. Showed promise on debut and will know more this time and can be in the mix
VASUMATI – Placed 4th on her second start on August 17th at Varsovie (POL) over 1400m last year. Unlikely to trouble some of these
GRANDE MERCI – Unraced filly by Magna Grecia, the dam ran once. From a respected trainer that knows the time of day. Looks good on paper and warrants consideration
NAIDEE – Unraced filly by Territories, the dam won 2 races. Stable runners are well prepared and she is one to consider if the betting vibes are strong
COMMEVOUSSOUHAITEZ – Unraced filly by Tasleet, the dam never ran. Likely to improve for this run and is best watched for the time being
INCOMPRISE – Unraced filly by Flintshire, the dam won 3 races in the USA including a Listed event. One to monitor in the betting for any market support
Summary: FASHION CITY (5) has solid credentials and was a good second at Chantilly in a maiden race in mid-December when last seen. She can score at the expense of NEVER LATE (7), who showed plenty of promise when finishing second at Pornichet on her debut in late February. FILLETTE DU HOULEY (8) showed ability when sixth at Pornichet and can be involved, with improvement expected. GRANDE MERCI (10) has some positive aspects to her profile and is worth a market check.
SELECTIONS
FASHION CITY (5) – NEVER LATE (7) – FILLETTE DU HOULEY (8) – GRANDE MERCI (10)
C3 – PRIX DU CANTON DE SAVIGNE-L’EVEQUE (PX S.C. DE LA CHARTRE-SUR-LE-LOIR) – 2300m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 20,100
XTRAMOUR – Recent success over 1950m at this track in a maiden race on March 4th by a narrow margin. Ought to be in the shake-up
MICKAEL D’OO – Won on the only run over 2100m on January 24th at Pornichet in a maiden race by 0.75L. Can improve and now tries the turf
SALITOS – Won on the second start over 2200m on February 28th in a maiden race at Fontainebleau. Improving and warrants respect
CRACKON – Won on his second start over 2000m at Pau on December 26th in a maiden race by 4.5L. Easy winner on the PSF and now tries turf. Hard to ignore
SWEET FOR ME – Won on her second start over 2150m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on February 24th in a maiden race on turf by over 2 lengths. Key chance
OPENSOLA FAL – Two unplaced runs this year, 6th on the latter over 2100m at Pornichet in a handicap on February 27th. Look for an alternative
RISING WATER – Got off the mark on her latest start over 2150m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on February 18th. Might find a few of these too smart
ZENAYAH – Finished 7th on the only run over 1900m at Chantilly on February 19th in a conditions race. Might find this difficult
DELICADA – Two unplaced runs since a 2nd over 1950m at this track in a Class 2 race on October 6th. Consider back on this track each-way
Summary: SWEET FOR ME (5) won nicely at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in late February in a maiden race by two lengths in a maiden race. She is given a marginal vote over SALITOS (3), who won on his second start in a maiden race late in February at Fontainebleau. CRACKON (4) won well on his second start at Pau in late December and can be effective on his turf debut. XTRAMOUR (1) scored at this track over 1950m on his latest start and warrants consideration.
SELECTIONS
SWEET FOR ME (5) – SALITOS (3) – CRACKON (4) – XTRAMOUR (1)
C4 – PRIX DES MANCELLES – 1950m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 14,400
UNE AVENTURE – Placed on all four runs this year, the latter over 1400m when 4th on March 10th at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in a claiming race. Key chance
FASOLDOFA – Three unplaced efforts of late, the latter over 1700m at Ponichet on February 27th in a maiden race. Each way contender
KAMIKAZE – Four unplaced efforts of late, the most recent over 1900m at Deauville in a handicap on January 28th. Placed 2nd on debut and is capable of a better run down in class
VOGUE A L’AME – Finished 7th on her only run over 2200m at Fontainebleau on February 28th in a maiden race. Unlikely to trouble some of these
IVRA CHOPE – Finished 2nd on the latest start over 1800m in a claiming race at Fontainebleau on March 13th. Ought to be thereabouts
RAGE CHOPE – Placed 3rd on her latest start over 2100m at Saint-Cloud in a claimer on March 5th. Capable of making an impact
ORANGE SANGUINE – Finished 9th on the one run over 1500m at Saint-Cloud in a conditions race on November 9th. Look for an alternative
UNEHISTOIREANODINE – Well beaten on the one run over 2100m at Pornichet on February 18th in a maiden race. Needs vast progress to be involved
MAYBE – Two unplaced runs so far, the most recent over 2000m at Pau in a maiden race on February 20th. Drops in class and can make the frame
EFFET MER – Finished 9th on the one run over 1900m at Chantilly in a conditions race on March 3rd. Best watched for the time being
FINEPAL FAL – Unraced colt by Palace Pier, the dam won 2 races. Likely to improve for this run unless the betting market is lively
LES PATINS – Six unplaced runs and the latter was over 2200m on February 28th at Fontainebleau in a maiden race. Looks of limited talent
Summary: UNE AVENTURE (1) has shown consistent form this year, the most recent when fourth 10 days ago at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in a claiming race. He is the tentative selection ahead of RAGE CHOPE (6), who ran well to be third at Saint-Cloud in a claimer earlier this month. KAMIKAZE (3) is better than recent form figures and is capable of making the frame. IVRA CHOPE (5) ran well when second at Fontainebleau in a claimer 7 days ago and warrants respect.
SELECTIONS
UNE AVENTURE (1) – RAGE CHOPE (6) – KAMIKAZE (3) – IVRA CHOPE (5)
C5 – PRIX DE ROUILLON – 1950m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 11,900
CLIMATIC – Several unplaced runs of late, the latter over 3400m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a claiming hurdle on January 6th. Can be opposed
BAHIA WARANA – Placed 3rd on his last run over 1600m at Lignieres on March 7th in a conditions race. Among the leading each way options
NORTH COAST – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 2100m at Pornichet in a conditions race on February 5th. Can make the top three
PINK JIMMY – Unplaced last time over 3200m at Lignieres on March 7th in a conditions race. More expected and warrants consideration each-way
TILLMOUTH – Well beaten on the sole run this year over 2950m at Machecoul in a Class 3 race on February 10th. Needs vast progress to have a say
DHIGALI – Three unplaced runs this year, the latter over 2100m at Pornichet in a conditions race on February 27th. Look for an alternative
IRIDIA – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 1600m at Chantilly on February 12th in a conditions race. One to pay attention to
GOLDEN DISC – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 2000m at Vichy in a maiden race on July 16th. Can be competitive and looks like a strong contender
XCLUSIVITE – Two unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 2100m at Cholet on June 2nd in a maiden race. Ought to be on the premises
WAIWERA – Two unplaced runs so far, the latter over 2400m at Wissembourg in a maiden race on June 9th. Has work to do
NIGHT NURSE – Unplaced on the one run over 2100m at Pornichet in a conditions race on February 27th. Unlikely to be involved
GALIA CI – Two unplaced runs last year, the latter over 2400m at Compiegne in a maiden race on May 30th. Others rate higher
RECORDING QUEEN – Several unplaced runs, the latter over 3200m at Le Mans in a Class 4 handicap on March 4th. Can be passed over
Summary: GOLDEN DISC (8) was a decent second at Vichy in a maiden race two runs back and could be the best option in this maiden event. Her main threat could be XCLUSIVITE (9), who has a couple of unplaced runs since finishing second at Cholet in a maiden race in June last year and was placed before that on each start. IRIDIA (7), ran well on her penultimate start when fourth at Chantilly in February and has each-way claims. BAHIA WARANA (2) makes up the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
GOLDEN DISC (8) – XCLUSIVITE (9) – IRIDIA (7) – BAHIA WARANA (2)
C6 – PRIX DE LA SOCIETE DES COURSES D’ECOMMOY – 1950m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming – Flat – EUR € 15,400
ZOLIA – Two wins of late, the most recent over 2150m at Lyon La Soie in a Class 4 handicap on February 24th. Capable of getting a hat-trick
NEPALAIS – Three placed runs this year, the most recent over 2150m in a Class 4 claimer on March 2nd at Lyon La Soie. Can score back on turf
CHESTER SKY – Placed 2nd on the last start over 2100m at Pornichet on February 18th in a Class 4 handicap. Has work ahead to make the frame
DSCHINGIS GALILEI – Three unplaced runs of late, the most recent over 2200m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 handicap on February 28th. Needs to be more reliable
EDDY’S DREAM – Two unplaced runs of late, the most recent over 1600m at Seville (ESP) in a conditions race on February 28th. Makes limited appeal
MY SECRET LIGHT – Four unplaced runs this year, 6th over 1800m at Lyon La Soie in a Class 4 race on March 11th. Others look better equipped
ALKIDAN – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap on February 7th. Enters calculations
MEAUTIS – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap on January 16th. Among the leading each-way options
A NOS SOUVENIRS – Four unplaced runs of late, 7th at Amiens in a Class 4 race over 2200m on November 10th on the most recent. Look elsewhere
LE SAGE – Four unplaced efforts since a 2nd over 2000m at La Teste in a Class 4 claimer on September 6th. Has the talent to make the frame
MY EDEN JAMES – Four unplaced runs since a win over 2500m at Saint-Malo in a maiden race on August 29th. Capable of bouncing back to form
ROYALE WELLS – Unplaced over hurdles in September last year, 4th before that over 2400m at Parislongchamp on July 13th in a Class 3 race. One to avoid
ALMAROMY – Two unplaced runs this year, the latter over 2000m in a claimer at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on February 9th. Has the talent to be on the premises
LADIVA – Three unplaced runs this year, 9th at this track in a Class 4 handicap at this track over 1950m on March 4th. Pass over
TWIRLING – Two unplaced runs this year, the latter over 2600m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 claimer on February 28th. Looks vulnerable
Summary: NEPALAIS (2) ran well to be second on the PSF at Lyon La Soie on his latest start and is the tentative the pick ahead of ZOLIA (1), who has been in top form with two wins recently at the same track. She has shown ability on turf and the hat-trick of wins is possible. ALKIDAN (7), was a decent fourth two runs back at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap and can not be ruled out. MEAUTIS (8) looks best of the remainder.
SELECTIONS
NEPALAIS (2) – ZOLIA (1) – ALKIDAN (7) – MEAUTIS (8)
C7 – PRIX D’ARNAGE – 3200m (a2m) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 11,900
ZYMEK – Two unplaced runs this year, the latter over 2400m at Lignieres in a Class 3 race on March 7th. Capable of being involved
PICARNAUGAUTH – Unplaced last time, 3rd on debut before that over 2600m at Morlaix in a conditions race on September 22nd. Look elsewhere
TOUZ DREAM – Finished 7th over 3100m at Pornichet in a conditions race on February 18th. Can improve from that run
TRIOMPHE DES BOIS – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that on debut at Beaupreau in a maiden event over 2400m on August 23rd. Others seem better equipped
RAINBOW DANCE – Unplaced on the sole start this year over 2100m at Pornichet in a conditions race on February 27th. Might need a few to falter
HARTMAN – Two unplaced runs so far, the most recent over 3100m at Pornichet in a conditions race on February 18th. Can improve and make the frame
KEEN LADY – Three 2nd placed runs of late, the most recent over 3100m at Pornichet in a conditions race on February 18th. Can get a deserved win
BERYL MACNAB – Finished 7th on the one run over 2950m at Machecoul in a Class 3 race on February 10th. Might find this challenging
MISS ELORZ – Placed on the two runs this year, the most recent when 2nd over 2400m at Pornichet on January 27th. Each way contender
ROMANE LAHRA – Two unplaced runs this year, 6th over 2950m at Machecoul on February 22nd in a conditions race. Others rate higher
MADAMA – Three placed runs of late, 3rd on the most recent over 2400m at Craon in a maiden race on November 30th. Player
MANNITOL DE BALME – Unraced gelding by Silverware, the dam never ran. Stable runners tend to improve for a run or two and he is best watched for now
MISTRAL DE COCAGNE – Unraced gelding by Threat, the dam never ran, Some good aspects to his profile and he is one to watch in the betting for clues
Summary: KEEN LADY (7) has been knocking at the door with three second place efforts of late. She can get a deserved success. Her main danger could be MADAMA (11), who has been placed on the last three runs. Her latest over 2400m at Craon in a maiden race on November 30th. ZYMEK (1), has been a tad below par in two runs this year, but is capable of having a say in proceedings. HARTMAN (6) looks best of the rest.
SELECTIONS
KEEN LADY (7) – MADAMA (11) – ZYMEK (1) – HARTMAN (6)
C8 – PRIX ALEXANDRE ROUSSEL – PRIX DE LA SOC. DES COURSES DE MAMERS – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 3 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
ANANTEAL – Fair 5th last time over 1500m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 3 handicap on February 24th. Hard to rule out of the top-three
CHIRICCO – Credible effort to be 5th at Machecoul over 1650m in a Class 3 race on February 10th. Enters each-way calculations
SOMMERBLAU – Three unplaced runs this year, the latter over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 3 handicap on February 27th. has work ahead to feature
GALILODGE – Unplaced last time, 4th previously over 1500m in a Class 4 claimer at Marseille-Vivaux on November 24th. Likely to find this challenging
SOURCE CODE – Two unplaced runs this year, the most recent over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in a Qunte+ Class 2 handicap on March 5th. Capable of being competitive
CHIRIMIRI – Finished 5th last time, a win before that over 1300m at Chantilly in a Class 3 claimer on February 12th. Leading contender
BAILEN – Two unplaced runs this year, the latter over 1600m at Pau in a Class 4 claimer on February 23rd. Hard to recommend
LIGHT WAKEUP – Five unplaced runs of late, well beaten over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 handicap on March 5th. Ought to be thereabouts
MYBOYFRIEND – Two unplaced runs since a 2nd over 1600m at Pau on January 2nd in a Class 3 handicap. Needs to show more consistency
ON LOCKDOWN – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 1300m at Deauville on January 30th in a Class 3 handicap. Warrants respect and can be involved
CALYPSO – Unplaced last time, 4th previously over 1800m at Lyon La Soie on February 14th in a Class 4 handicap. Alternatives make more appeal
ISCREAMFORICECREAM – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 1700m at Pornichet in a Class 4 handicap on February 5th. Might find this difficult
DRUIDE – Two unplaced runs of late, 4th previously over 1700m at Pornichet on January 27th in a Class 4 claimer. Place contender
MANA MAHA – Three unplaced efforts of late, 7th at Toulouse over 1600m in a Class 3 handicap on March 1st. Capable if in the right frame of mind
TRACANFIELD – Numerous unplaced runs, the most recent over 2400m at Lyon Parilly in a Class 2 race on October 7th. Bottom weight and makes no appeal
Summary: CHIRIMIRI (6) ran a credible race at Saint-Cloud 15 days ago when fifth in a handicap, which came after scoring in a Class 3 claimer on the PSF at Chantilly in December. He could be the best option ahead of SOURCE CODE (5), who has a couple of unplaced runs recently, the latest when far from disgraced at Saint-Cloud in a competitve Class 2 Quinte+ handicap 15 days ago. ANANTEAL (1) look like a sensible option each-way despite top-weight. CHIRICCO (2) looks best of the rest.
SELECTIONS
CHIRIMIRI (6) – SOURCE CODE (5) – ANANTEAL (1) – CHIRICCO (2)
R4 LE CROISE-LAROCHE [L-H]

C1 – PRIX JEAN-MICHEL DE KERGORLAY – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 19,200

VATICAN – Not beaten far when 3rd in a Maiden over 1900m at Chantilly on 27 February. The form of his first race when finishing 2nd has also worked out well and he could prove hard to beat
BAYRAMOVA – A promising 5th in a Maiden over 1600m at Chantilly on 10 January. She ran on strongly in the closing stages and this longer distance should suit
DALKOLA – Finished 7th in a Conditions race over 1800m at Lyon La Soie on 7 December. She suffered interference in that race and did run 3rd on debut at Chantilly so she should put up a better performance
IRONWOOD – A poor 8th in a Conditions race over 1900m at Chantilly on 3 March. Was well beaten on debut and needs to make massive improvement
PERFECTDAY – A progressive 2nd in a Maiden over 1900m at Chantilly on 21 January. She is improving and looks one to follow
NO LIMIT PRECIEUSE – Unraced 2yo filly by Pour Moi out of Balko mare Histoire Precieuse trained by Mireille Desvaux. Mare’s first foal to race
WINTERSONNE – Unraced 2yo filly by Too Darn Hot out of Mount Nelson mare Weltmacht trained by Maxim Pecheur. Dam won 2 Listed races in Germany and has produced two Group-placed runners
MY GIRL MOLLY – Unraced 2yo filly by Invincible Spirit out of Galileo mare Awesome Girl trained by Francis Graffard. Full sister Spirit Gal who won a Listed race in Ireland and ran 3rd in a Gr3 over 1400m at Deauville
NEATIKAT – Unraced 2yo filly by Karakter out of Neatico mare Leatica trained by Mickael Seror. Mare’s first foal to race but is related to Group-placed runners in Germany
Summary: VATICAN (1) has placed in both of his starts and the form of his debut run has been franked. That could make him the one to beat. BAYRAMOVA (2) showed up well when putting in a powerful finish to run fifth over 1600m and should prefer this trip. PERFECTDAY (5) looks to be progressive and is one to watch, while unraced MY GIRL MOLLY (8) is well connected and could be the surprise package.
SELECTIONS
VATICAN (1) – BAYRAMOVA (2) – PERFECTDAY (5) – MY GIRL MOLLY (8)
C2 – PRIX ROBERT DIERS – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
SISKA – Only beaten 0.75 lengths when 2nd in a Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 10 March. She has put up 4 successive seconds and deserves a victory
TCHIKITA – A moderate 6th in a Claimer over 1500m at Marseille Vivaux on 4 March. She gets an allowance and could run well with her weight advantage
SALAMANQUE – A decent 5th in a Handicap over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on 5 March. That was a promising performance and should be competitive in this company
STILL LOVING DREAM – Not beaten far when 2nd in a Maiden over 1600m at Lignieres on 1 November. Was improving late in his 2yo career and looks well treated in this field
ZIFULOTT – Finished 9th in a Handicap over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on 5 March. Will need to up his game to feature
FRATERNITE – A disappointing 8th in a Maiden over 1900m at Chantilly on 27 February. Has done little in her three starts to offer any encouragement
ELISE – Well beaten when 8th in a Maiden over 1800m at Compiegne on 10 October. Comes back from a layoff and looks unlikely to feature
PEGASUS D’AZUR – Ran 8th in Maiden over 1800m at Lyon La Soie on 14 February. His three runs so far have not offered much
NOBLE RED – Finished 7th in a Handicap over 1800m at Chatilly on 10 November. There is little in his form so far to enthuse over
PLAY THE GAME – Finished 7th in a Handicap over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on 5 March. Her previous two runs were better and with a drop in weight could be competitive in this line-up
CAPOUCHINE – A promising effort when 4th in a Claimer over over 1800m at Fontainebleau on 13 March. She seldom runs a bad race and with her 1.5kg allowance, should be in the shake-up.
ROI DU CIEL – A mediocre 6th in a Claimer over 2150m at Lyon La Soie on 11 March. Would do well to place in this field
AQUA AURA – A moderate 7th in a Claimer over 1700m at Saint-Brieuc on 1 March. She could place on a good day
Summary: If ever a runner is deserving of a win it is SISKA (1). She has finished runner-up in her last four starts and needs to be rewarded for her consistency. SALAMANQUE (3) comes off an excellent last performance and should progress further. PLAY THE GAME (10) has seen her rating come down and the a 1.5kg claim this time will enhance her chances. STILL LOVING DREAM (4) produced an excellent last run and as a progressive sort should improve further, despite coming back from a rest.
SELECTIONS
SISKA (1) – SALAMANQUE (3) – PLAY THE GAME (10) – STILL LOVING DREAM (4)
C3 – PRIX DE SAINT ANDRE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 12,800
FOLLOW YOU – Finished 11th in a Handicap over 2150m at Lyon La Soie on 11 March. Recent form has been poor but he could place on a good day.
NARCOS – A gutsy winner of a Conditional Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 5 March. He is back in winning form and can carry on from there
MR RIEM – A gallant winner of a Handicap over 1800m at Lyon La Soie on 14 February. That was on the sand but he has run well in soft going
COGOLIN – Not beaten far when 4th in a Handicap over 1900m at Chantilly on 3 March. He is in top form and should be competitive once again
OLAF – A moderate 7th in a Handicap over 1900m on 11 December. Based on his recent form he looks unlikely to feature
RIDWAAN – A solid 3rd in a Handicap over 2150m at Lyon La Soie on 11 March. Is running well at this level and is ideally suited to the race conditions
LELIO – A disappointing 12th in a Handicap over 1600m at Chantilly on 27 Frebruary. His last run at this course saw him finish 2nd and should run well again
PORTRERO – Well beaten when 12th in a Handicap over 1800m at Fontainebleau on 13 March. Will need to up his game to feature
SPANISH VEGA – Finished 7th in a race over 2300m at Mons-Ghlin in Belgium on 12 January. This is his first run in France
WHIZALIO – A mediocre 10th in a Hnadicap over over 1950m at Le Mans on 4 March. Unlikely to be competitive in this field
PRAIRIE GLORY – Finished 12th in a Handicap over 1600m at Chantilly on 1 September. Coming back from a layoff and will need to do more
JOAO – Finished 6th in a Handicap over this course and distance on 15 November. He does run well at this course and his light weight makes him a threat
JOYCE GALESTE – A poor 15th in a Handicap over 1900m at Chantilly on 13 February. Her rating is coming down and she could have a chance if she can regain her earlier form
Summary: Despite being 8 years old, NARCOS (2) showed he has lost none of his ability when winning a similar race last time at Saint-Cloud. He could quite easily follow up. RIDWAAN (6) is another who is fiinding his best form and looks ideally suited to the race conditions. COGOLIN (4) is proving he can be competitive while MR RIEM (3) is another to come off a last-start win, although it was on the synthetic surface.
SELECTIONS
NARCOS (2) – RIDWAAN (6) – COGOLIN (4) – MR RIEM (3)
C4 – PRIX DE MONS-EN-BAROEUL – 1100m (a5f1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 11,500
SIXTUS – Finished 9th in a Handicap over 1100m at Fontainebleau on 6 March. He ran above his current rating in that event, so must be competitive in this race
PREA GIANCA – A well-beaten 11th in a Handicap over 1300m at Deauville on 31 January. Did finish 2nd in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 6 October
THE TIME – A decent 3rd in a Handicap over 1600m at Clairefontaine on 26 July. He has fair form but has not been seen in for eight months
MONSIEUR DUPONT – Was 11th in a Handicap over 1300m at Deauville on 30 January. He is better than that run and is proven on heavy ground
MI C’INFILO – Finished a tailed-off 8th in a Claimer over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on 10 March. Will need to find more to be competitive
TERRATINO FIRE – Was 9th in a race over 1200m at Dortmund in Germany on 4 January. He retunrs to France with a low rating and could pull off a surprise
PEGGIES REVENGE – A poor 8th in a Handicap over 1200m at Saint-Cloud on 20 November. She has not been in form for some time now and is best overlooked
WIXON’S MEMORY – Finished 8th in a Handicap over 1100m at Fontainebleau on 6 March. Ran on nicely and could provide some decent value
VALENTO – Won a race over 1500m at Mons-Ghlin in Belgium on 29 December. Form in France does not give any encouragement
ABRASSO – A promising 5th in a Handicap over 1300m at Chantilly on 19 February. He is running well this season and should have a say in the finish
MADDOX – Well beaten when 15th in a Handicap over 1100m at Dieppe on 7 July. Form is poor and comes back from an 8-month break
SWEET DAMIANA – Not disgraced when 6th in a Handicap over 1500m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on 15 February. She is near the bottom of the weights and that should make her a danger
TWO TWO TWO – A moderate 9th in a Handicap over this course and distance on 15 November. Will need to find more to feature
KOREM – Was beaten 3.5 lengths when 2nd in a Handicap over 1350m at Senonnes on 3 March. Loves the sticky gound and coming off a good run, should be competitive
MOONLIGHT DREAMER – Finished 6th in a race over 1500m at Mons-Ghlin on 5 November. Has run well at this course in a previous visit so should not be taken lightly
Summary: This looks to be a highly competitive event but perhaps SIXTUS (1) could find the winning touch. He enjoyed the return to turf and put up a top performance in a much stronger Handicap. He looks well weighted in this event and could lead the way. MONSIEUR DUPONT (4) may have disappointed last time but he is better than that and back on turf looks a real danger. ABRASSO (10) is in good form this season while KOREM (14) could rise to the task on a sticky track.
SELECTIONS
SIXTUS (1) – MONSIEUR DUPONT (4) – ABRASSO (10) – KOREM (14)
C5 – PRIX DE BOUVINES – 1100m (a5f1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
ZERO STRESS – Finished behind AVEC DES SI (2) when sixth over 1200m at Fontainebleau in Handicap on 6 March. She may have to settle for the same result
AVEC DES SI – Showed signs of a form return when third over 1200m at Fontainebleau in Handicap on 6 March. She is drawn in pole position and has a big chance
AMELIA – Finished unplaced over 1300m at Chantilly in Conditional Maiden on 20 February. The drop to 1100m may suit her well
ODEON TOWER – Finished unplaced over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in Handicap on 5 March. He should be ideally suited to the drop to 1100m and can surprise
CHARMING CAT – Finished behind AVEC DES SI (2) when ninth over 1200m at Fontainebleau in Handicap on 6 March. He may battle to turn the form around
FIRE UP THE JETS – Poor recent form. Finished unplaced over 1900m at Chantilly in Conditional Maiden on 27 February. Look elsewhere
AMICO PIETRO – Finished seventh over 1300m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Claimer on 1 February. On best form shown, he can feature in this line-up
FARAWAY TREE – Finished unplaced over 1400m at Deauville in Handicap on 17 December. First outing this year and others are preferred
IGETAKICKOUTOFYOU – Finished unplaced over 1300m at Chantilly in Claimer on 27 February. Her only career victory came on this track
NIOUININON – Yet to show any promise. Finished unplaced over 1400m at Chantilly in Handicap on 19 February. Others look stronger
MIEUX VAUT CROIRE – Finished unplaced over 1200m at Fontainebleau in Handicap on 6 March. More is needed to win
Summary: ODEON TOWER (4) tends to over race over further and the drop to 1100m may suit him well. He is ideally drawn in barrier five and can surprise. AVEC DES SI (2) has recently returned to form in this category. She is ideally drawn in pole position and is one of the leading contenders. ZERO STRESS (1) has run in much tougher races. Despite her big mass and wide draw, she merits obvious consideration. AMICO PIETRO (7) has been disappointing this year but on best form shown, he can feature.
SELECTIONS
ODEON TOWER (4) – AVEC DES SI (2) – ZERO STRESS (1) – AMICO PIETRO (7)
C6 – PRIX DE LENS – 2500m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
FORCE TRANQUILLE – Finished ninth over 2500m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 6 February. Chance on previous form shown
BANSHIE – Finished unplaced over 2150m at Lyon La Soie in Class 3 Handicap on 15 December. First outing this year and others are preferred
ALICANTO – Finished unplaced over 2400m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Class 3 Handicap on 24 February. Chance if finding form of penultimate run
SANTO – Finished unplaced over 3200m at Le Mans in Class 4 Handicap on 4 March. He has dropped to a competitive mark and Eddy Hardouin rides
MISTER POWER – Finished fifth over 2700m at Chantilly in Class 3 Handicap on 25 February. More is needed to win this contest
KIROZ – Did not finish over hurdles in Handicap over 3600m at Auteuil on 12 October. Back on the flat and others are preferred
PICNIC ROYAL – Finished sixth over 2600m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Class 4 Handicap on 16 February. Will need luck from the wide barrier position
ARMORIGENE – Finished behind HAPPY CHRISNAT (9) when fifth over 2300m at Senonnes in Class 4 Handicap on 13 March. He may have to settle for the same result
HAPPY CHRISNAT – Finished second over 2300m at Senonnes in Class 4 Handicap on 13 March. He always gives of his best and should be competitive
KENOR – Finished unplaced over 2700m at Chantilly in Class 3 Handicap on 25 February. Others have a stronger winning chance
GOT HAWK – Finished sixth over 2400m at Lyon La Soie in Conditional Maiden on 11 March. Is looking for first-career victory
FLY OF NIGHT – Finished unplaced over 2500m at Deauville in Class 4 Handicap on 29 December. Look elsewhere
VESINABA – Finished third over 2700m at Chantilly in Class 3 Handicap on 25 February. Is in a good space and may be the one to beat
Summary: VESINABA (13) comes off a good third-place finish at Chantilly. He is in good form, nicely drawn and may be the one to side with. HAPPY CHRISNAT (9) has some consistent form lines to his name and should pose a massive threat. ALICANTO (3) is better than his last start over 2400m at Cagnes-sur-Mer. On the form of his penultimate outing, he should have a say. SANTO (4) has dropped to a competitive mark. Eddy Hardouin rides and with luck in running, he can finish on the podium.
SELECTIONS
VESINABA (13) – HAPPY CHRISNAT (9) – ALICANTO (3) – SANTO (4)
C7 – PRIX DE LAMBERSART – 2500m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 12,500
USER AMISTOSO – Finished third over 2000m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Class 3 Handicap on 18 February. He is the best handicapped runner
OCTANE – Finished sixth over 2700m at Chantilly in Class 3 Handicap on 25 February. Big chance if finding form of penultimate run
LE TYCOON – Finished fifth over 2600m at Fontainebleau in Class 3 Handicap on 13 March. Supplemented for this race but others are preferred
SEDSER – Supplemented for this race. Finished seventh over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 10 March. Is inconsistent and needs to put best foot forward
MORSAN – Finished seventh over 2000m at Fontainebleau in Class 4 Handicap on 6 March. On best form shown, he can feature
QUARTZDARGENT – Finished sixth over 2900m at Durtal in Class 4 Conditional on 13 December. Look elsewhere
GRANDEZA – Finished fourth over 2150m at Fontainebleau in Class 4 Handicap on 14 February. Is looking for first-career victory
ANIMA SANA – Finished fourth over 2400m at Lyon La Soie in Class 4 Handicap on 11 March. Comes in at the bottom of the weights and has a winning chance
Summary: ANIMA SANA (8) comes in at the bottom of the weights and Alison Massin’s allowance will assist. She is in good form and can return to winning ways. USER AMISTOSO (1) is the best handicapped horse in this field. He has produced good form this year and is a threat. OCTANE (2) was an easy winner in his penultimate outing and if finding the form of that run, he can go close. MORSAN (5) is an older individual. On best form shown, he should have a say in the outcome of this contest.
SELECTIONS
ANIMA SANA (8) – USER AMISTOSO (1) – OCTANE (2) – MORSAN (5)
C8 – PRIX DE CALAIS – 2500m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400
TUNDRA – Finished unplaced in last two starts, the latest of which was over 2700m at Chantilly in Class 3 Handicap on 25 February. Back on the turf and can return to best form
GARUDA – Poor form. Finished unplaced over 2200m at Fontainebleau in Class 4 Handicap on 28 February. Overlook
MONT STEELE – Finished unplaced over 3100m at Pornichet in Class 4 Handicap on 18 February. Can feature on best form shown
FALABELLA – Finished unplaced in last two starts, the latest of which was over 2200m at Fontainebleau in Class 4 Handicap on 28 February. Others look stronger
LIGHTED GLORY – Finished second over 2150m at Lyon La Soie in Class 4 Handicap on 11 March. She is in a good space and cannot be discounted
FIVE BY FIVE – Finished unplaced over 3100m at Pornichet in Class 4 Handicap on 18 February. Chance if putting best foot forward
SILVER CONDOR – Showed good signs of a form return when second over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 10 March. Chance if confirming recent improvement
SHAMSABAD – Finished sixth over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 10 March. Others have a stronger winning chance
RED SUGAR – Has campaigned over hurdles in last two starts, the latest of which was over 4000m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Claimer on 11 December. Back on flat and look elsewhere
PENNYWELL – Finished unplaced over 2500m at Deauville in Class 4 Handicap on 6 February. Will need luck from the wide draw
LA CRACK PRECIEUSE – Finished fifth over 2950m at Machecoul in Conditional Maiden on 22 February. Is looking for first-career victory
SCHERWOOD – Finished unplaced over 1950m at Le Mans in Class 4 Handicap on 4 March. Needs to produce previous form to have a say
GRAND YAKA – Finished sixth over 2200m at Amiens in Class 4 Handicap on 28 September 2025. May need this outing
Summary: TUNDRA (1) is better than her last two starts on the all-weather surface. She will appreciate the return to the turf and Sophie Tison takes the weight off her back. SILVER CONDOR (7) showed good signs of a form return last time and with luck in running, he should be competitive. LA CRACK PRECIEUSE (11) returns to handicaps and on best form shown, she should feature. LIGHTED GLORY (5) has performed well in this category in her last two starts. She jumps from a handy draw and cannot be discounted.
SELECTIONS – TUNDRA (1) – SILVER CONDOR (7) – LA CRACK PRECIEUSE (11) – LIGHTED GLORY (5)

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