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French Selections Wednesday 3rd

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R1 LA CAPELLE [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DU CREDIT AGRICOLE NORD-EST – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 35,000

  1. IT’S MY DREAM – Pulled-up in a 2875m Enghien monte Gr.2 early last month. Has done nothing noteworthy under harness for some time and will have little to offer
  2. INDIEN DE FONTAINE – Imposed here in July before coming 5th of 18 in a 2825m Sable-sur-Sarthe Class E 3.5 weeks ago. Front pads fitted this time though and others preferred
  3. GASOLIN – Showed a marked return to form when 4th of 13 in a 2750m Cabourg Class D on 22 August. Handed an excellent draw and will be dangerous if he takes to the new profile
  4. FEUX VERTS – Surprise 3rd of 15 in a 2150m Enghien claimer on 9 August. Races barefoot this time, has never disappointed here when focused, and the draw will do his chances no disservice
  5. HUNT – Failed to deliver when 6th of 11 in a 2400m Amiens Class D on 30 July. Won his only start here and from the 5-spot will be no easy touch
  6. NICE PRESENT – Drops to a more reasonable level after finishing last of 9 in a 2875m Enghien Class B early last month. Is new to La Capelle but should nevertheless appreciate the new conditions. Place chance
  7. HERCULE DE LEAU – Tenacious winner of a 2150m Enghien Class D in late-July. Comes here fresh and, already proven over track and trip, should have a good hand to play
  8. GOUROU – Unlucky 5th of 15 in a 2850m Vincennes Class C on 25 August. Has form here and despite the wide draw still looks capable of winning this
  9. HORSY ROYAL – Last of 7, on return to competition, over 2700m in Mons 2 weeks ago. Has other priorities though and can be ruled out
  10. OSCAR VAN HALBEEK – 7th of 8 on re-entry over 2650m at Tongres a fortnight ago. Is barefoot this time and considering how well he performs in Paris, a first-5 place is well within his capacity
  11. FERVENTE – Comfortable winner of a 2150m Enghien Class E on 7 August. Races shod this time though and best to wait
  12. BEAT GENERATION – Starts for first time since finishing last but one in a 2850m Laval monte Class E last March. Not an obvious choice on paper but racing barefoot with Alexandre Abrivard reining, must not be overlooked
  13. MISTER DONALD – Very disappointing over recent months, latterly eliminated in a 2250m Enghien monte Class C a month ago, and is unlikely to create an upset
  14. DONIZETTI (SWE) – Quickly sanctioned in a 1609m Cagnes Gr.2 10 days ago. Has nothing going for him here and can be passed over
  15. IVANA DE BERTRANGE – Useful dual-discipline mare that held on to secure a 2875m Enghien monte Class D early last month. Is proven here but still represents no more than a minor place prospect
    Summary: GOUROU (8) is forced to take on some good younger horses but he showed he was up to the task when imposing here in early-July and his Vincennes run stands him in good stead. GASOLIN (3) showed recently that he is close to his race and enjoys a better spot behind the car. Back to the provinces after having bitten off too much at Enghien last time, NICE PRESENT (6) should prove significantly more competitive this time. HERCULE DE LEAU (7) has hardly put a foot wrong this term and placed last time at the venue. Oddly below-par at Amiens, HUNT (5) has otherwise been in fine form and must not be underestimated.
    SELECTIONS
    GOUROU (8) – GASOLIN (3) – NICE PRESENT (6) – HERCULE DE LEAU (7)
    C2 – PRIX GROUPE LANIE 02 – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class B Race – Harness – EUR € 30,000
  16. MUST WIN DE REM – Disappointing since his June debut, most recently eliminated in a 2200m Agon-Coutainville Class F last week, and is not about to create an upset
  17. MUNCH CLUB – Decent type that ran 3rd of 7 in a 2700m Class D here in early-July. Is not a priority but always gives his best and can play a small role
  18. MONDIAL DE FAVEROL – Runner-up in 3 of last 5, latterly a 2150m Cagnes Class D on 4 August. Has form here and while unlikely to have his way, can nonetheless pick up a cheque
  19. MAIA JIEL – Capable filly but makes first appearance since being eliminated in a 2700m Vincennes Class C in early-May and is going to need the outing
  20. MORE LOVE DUCAMPUS – Improving colt that was just headed in a 2150m Enghien Class D on 27 July. Comes here fresh and is close to winning one for his new trainer. Chance
  21. MAKIAVEL DE BUSSET – Debuts at La Capelle after winning 2 straight at Amiens, latterly a 2400m Class E in late-July. Looks a serious colt in the making and is in with a realistic shout of completing the 3-timer
  22. MILKA LIO – Eliminated in a 2875m Enghien Class C on 10 August, but has otherwise been acquitting himself well in good company and must be taken seriously
  23. MAMBO THORIS – 2nd to MAVERICK ELLIS (9) at Aix before losing his action in a 2950m Vichy Class B last week. Is ideally engaged on the front row and on good behaviour will not be far off the mark
  24. MAVERICK ELLIS – Returns to racing left-handed after securing the hat-trick in a 2700m Aix Class D on 5 August. Incurs the penalty once more but still looks a threat to MAKIAVEL DE BUSSET (6)
  25. MANHATTAN JIEL – Hardy element making first start since running 5th of 8 in a 2200m Vincennes monte Gr.3 last February, and will not be given a hard race
  26. MARA BEST – Quality filly but has not been seen out since running 3rd of 10 in a 2700m Vincennes Gr.3 last March, and best to hold off
  27. MIRATISSIME – Has not raced since coming 3rd of 9 in a 2175m Vincennes monte Class A in early-June and will have other ambitions
    Summary: As solid as a rock since his first competitive steps, MAKIAVEL DE BUSSET (6) is new to racing left-handed but looks a thorough professional and can secure a first hat-trick. MAVERICK ELLIS (9) may be 25m worse off he made it 3 in a row at Aix and should not disappoint. MORE LOVE DUCAMPUS (5) gave a reassuringly fine account at Enghien and, from the front row, will be no pushover if he stays in stride. Regularly in the thick of things, MILKA LIO (7) is not about to lose his maiden status but can nevertheless play a prominent role.
    SELECTIONS
    MAKIAVEL DE BUSSET (6) – MAVERICK ELLIS (9) – MORE LOVE DUCAMPUS (5) – MILKA LIO (7)
    C3 – PRIX CHAMBRE D’AGRICULTURE DE L’AISNE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – Class G Amateur Drivers Race – Harness – EUR € 6,000
  28. HORACE – Out of the picture since returning to competition, latterly 9th of 13 in a 2625m amateurs Class H at Le Sap 9 days ago, and can be ruled out
  29. GODWIN DJOC – Last of 8 in a 2700m Vittel amateurs Class H a month ago. Returns to a track he appreciates but in current form is not easy to make a case
  30. GIORGIO DU VIVIER – Imposed at Divonne-les-Bains before running 3rd of 9 in a 2800m Compiegne amateurs Class H last Sunday, and from the 3-spot is easy to recommend for another podium place
  31. IPSON WIND – Placed among amateurs in Amiens before finishing 7th of 10 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F 3 months ago. Is barefoot this time though and will be no easy touch
  32. GRAPPILLEUR – Eliminated in a 2900m Arras amateurs Class G 9 days ago. Has merit though, races barefoot for the occasion, is nicely-placed on the front row, and should be taken seriously
  33. IPOCALYPSE LOVE – Unplaced in a 2475m Francheville Class H on 17 August. Races barefoot for first time since March 2022 but still not an obvious choice
  34. HENZO D’ARC – 7th of 10 when preparing for this in a 2150m Enghien amateurs Class F on 14 August. Is a category above most here and can make this his own
  35. GOPTION MONTAVAL – Last but one in a 2150m Enghien amateurs Class G late-July. Breaks wide here but ran 3rd last time under these conditions and cannot be ruled out
  36. HETRE DU JOUR – Won over course and distance in early-July before running 4th of 11 in a 2400m Amiens amateurs Class G 2 weeks later. Is plainly close to winning another and Geert De Waele can be confident of a good performance
  37. ISCO DE WATOU – Drops back down the category-ladder after running 3rd of 14 in a 2800m Strasbourg Class F last week. On back row, and shod for the occasion, but is very much at home here and can contest the finish
    Summary: Barefoot this time, after having prepped at Enghien, HENZO D’ARC (7) looks a marginally better bet than the less favourably drawn, and shod, ISCO DE WATOU (10) who is nevertheless in great shape, and the useful HETRE DU JOUR (9) who has not pulled a great number either. Hard to knock in the amateur division, GIORGIO DU VIVIER (3) has been handed an excellent draw and left a very good impression here in July.
    SELECTIONS
    HENZO D’ARC (7) – ISCO DE WATOU (10) – HETRE DU JOUR (9) – GIORGIO DU VIVIER (3)
    C4 – PRIX FRANCOIS CAILLE – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Mounted – EUR € 35,000
  38. NYMKE BRIGADOON – 7th of 8 behind STACCATO HL (3) in a 2250m Enghien Class E 3 weeks ago and can expect to remain friendless in the markets
  39. HONNEUR DU CEBE – Back under the saddle after finishing last of 9, a place behind HURLEVENT (6), in a 2150m Enghien harness Class E on 7 August, and can expect to have few takers
  40. STACCATO HL – Quality German sort that ran 5th of 8 in a 2250m Enghien Class E 3 weeks ago. Sports a new configuration and debuts at the venue with a reasonable chance of picking up some prizemoney
  41. IGOR DU PARC – Winner of all 3 starts this summer, latterly dominating a 2750m Pornichet Class E on 7 August, and will be hard to oppose
  42. FASCINANT – Eliminated in a Class E over course and distance last week and recent form does nothing to inspire confidence
  43. HURLEVENT – Back in his code of choice after finishing last but one in a 2150m Enghien harness Class E on 7 August. Has no references here but still looks good enough to finish in the mix
  44. MISTER INVICTUS – Good 2nd of 9 in a 2800m Langon monte Class E in late-July. Enjoys a fine entry here and is not without a chance of getting his nose in front
  45. INDICE DELADOU – Close 2nd of 9 in a 2875m Enghien Class D on 9 August. Is clearly at the top of his game, simply excels in the day’s configuration, and should logically give IGOR DU PARC (4) something to think about. Chance
    Summary: A wonderful servant in this branch of the game, and unbeaten in 3 starts this season, IGOR DU PARC (4) comes to La Capelle on a 4-timer and has every chance of pulling it off. INDICE DELADOU (8) has not put a foot out of line under the saddle this term and his latest run augurs well for his prospects. MISTER INVICTUS (7) made up at Langon for his Caen blip and will be no soft touch if Florian Desmigneux keeps him focused.
    SELECTIONS
    IGOR DU PARC (4) – INDICE DELADOU (8) – MISTER INVICTUS (7) – HURLEVENT (6)
    C5 – GRAND PRIX DE LA FEDERATION REGIONALE DU NORD – 1800m (a1m1/8) – Gr2 Race – Harness – EUR € 120,000
  46. DEUS ZACK – Returns to France after coming 4th of 10 over a mile at Taranto in late-July. Goes barefoot with Gabriele Gelormini in the bike this time and is by no means out of the picture
  47. INEXESS BLEU – Remarkably consistent campaigner that has not raced since dominating the 2850m Gr.2 Prix Chambon P on 7 June, but oozes class and is very easy to fancy for the win
  48. JUSTIN BOLD – Put a trio of eliminations behind him when 3rd of 8 in a 2700m Grenade-sur-Garonne Gr.3 mid-August. Shod as he was when 7th in Prix d’Amerique and with application is unlikely to go home empty-handed
  49. FALCO KILLER GAR – Imposed at Enghien before coming 5th of 13 in a 1609m Argentan Gr.2 early last month. Takes on older horses again and from the 4-spot should figure prominently at the business end of the race
  50. HULYSSE DIGEO – Starts for first time at this level after running 5th of 17 in a 2850m Carentan Class A on 6 July. Has freshness on his side, will appreciate the long straight, and can pick up some prizemoney
  51. ELVIS DU VALLON – Disappointing in last 2, latterly 8th of 13 behind FALCO KILLER GAR (4) in a 1609m Argentan Gr.2 early last month. 3rd in 2022 edition, 2nd in 2023, but will have his work cut out this time
  52. INMAROSA – Classy campaigner making first appearance since winning the 3140m Gr.1 Harper-Hanover in Solvalla late-May. Shoes fitted for re-entry though and not a priority
  53. BANDERAS BI – Quality Italian import that ran 4th of 9 over 1640m in Montecatini mid-August. Barefoot this time, with new trainer in the bike, and is not about to let the side down
  54. DIAMOND TRUPPO – Has thrived since moving yards, latterly completing the hat-trick in a 2700m Vincennes Gr.3 10 days ago. Boasts good speed and can make a big impact if Theo Duvaldestin successfully navigates the start
  55. JANGO VICI – Eliminated in a 2700m Vincennes Gr.3 10 days ago. Shoes fitted this time and has no realistic chance
  56. HAPPY DANICA – Back in the discipline after being eliminated in a 2875m Enghien monte Gr.2 3 weeks ago, but is clearly out of her depth
  57. KAPAULA DE L’EPINE – 3rd of 5 finishers in a 2750m Cabourg monte Class A on 18 July and plainly has different objectives
    Summary: Sent for a rest after winning a Vincennes Gr.2 in early-June, his 9th straight victory, and although unseen since, he will be barefoot and is going to take some beating. That being said, DIAMOND TRUPPO (9) is undefeated in 2 for his new trainer and, in spite of a 2nd line draw, will not go down without a fight. FALCO KILLER GAR (4) did not enjoy the best of runs at Argentan but is plainly in excellent shape and must be considered a player. The talented Euro-trotting BANDERAS BI (8) makes his first start for the Duvaldestin yard and despite a wide draw, still looks thoroughly up to the task.
    SELECTIONS
    INEXESS BLEU (2) – DIAMOND TRUPPO (9) – FALCO KILLER GAR (4) – BANDERAS BI (8)
    C6 – PRIX DE L’AISNE NOUVELLE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 30,000
  58. HAPPY ATOUT – Returns to a track he likes after finishing last but one in a 2150m Enghien Class E 3 weeks ago. Placed on lone start over course and distance but others still preferred
  59. GALON D’AMIRAL – Imposed over 2750m here before finishing 9th of 13 in a 3150m Abbeville Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Is not a priority but in this small field can make first 5
  60. IROISE QUESNOT – Raced better in a 2000m Divonne-les-Bains Class E a fortnight ago than her 5th of 10 would suggest. Handed a fine draw and Franck Nivard can be justifiably confident of picking up a cheque
  61. GOSSIP BOY – 7th of 15 in a 2150m Enghien claimer on 9 August. Has been out of sorts for some time and is not about to shake things up
  62. GREFFIERS FLINOIS – Has been struggling over recent weeks, latterly 7th of 10 behind IROISE QUESNOT (3) in a 2000m Divonne-les-Bains Class E a fortnight ago, and will have nothing to contribute
  63. ILIADE MENCOURT – 2nd over longer here before coming 5th of 13 in a 3150m Abbeville Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Has never disappointed when barefoot here and will be expected to play an active role. Chance
  64. HERMES DELUSS – 4th of 13 in a 2400m Class E at Beaumont-de-Lomagne 10 days ago, on first start for new handler, and in similar shape can wrap this up
  65. HORSERIS – 4th of 15 in a 2900m Class F at La Chartre-sur-le-Loir 2.5 weeks ago. Regularly in the thick of things here and has the wherewithal to contest the finish
  66. HIRO MAGIS – Last of 14 in a 2700m Graignes Class F on 23 August. Has been a write-off since late-spring and has no possible chance
    Summary: A relatively open affair this but it is difficult to see HERMES DELUSS (7) being beaten if he replicates his Beaumont form. Although starting wide, HORSERIS (8) consistently gives his best and boasts solid references at La Capelle. ILIADE MENCOURT (6) ran close here in late-July and recent form bodes well for her prospects. IROISE QUESNOT (3) left a very good impression last time out and the draw will do her chances no harm.
    SELECTIONS
    HERMES DELUSS (7) – HORSERIS (8) – ILIADE MENCOURT (6) – IROISE QUESNOT (3)
    C7 – PRIX DES HIPPODROMES FEDERATION DU NORD – 1800m (a1m1/8) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 21,000
  67. JOG DE JAVIE – Surprise 5th of 15 in a 3475m Agon-Coutainville claimer 12 days ago but a repeat seems most improbable
  68. INTEMPOREL – Back under harness after finishing last of 9 in a 3050m Class F at Montier-en-Der in late-August, but still looks out of his depth
  69. JACARTO DE HOUELLE – Useful type that was surprisingly eliminated in a 2750m Class F here in late-July. Has otherwise been acquitting himself competitively and can be brought back into the fold
  70. JAYZI DU BOURG – Ran 6th here before coming a flattering 4th of 10 in a 2775m Class F at Les Sables-d’Olonne on 22 August. Drawn well but is not about to shake things up
  71. JACO LE GRAND – Eliminated on re-entry before winning a 2725m Vittel Class F mid-August. Enjoys a terrific entry and Pierre-Yves Verva will be eager to oblige
  72. JADA MOKO – In the frame in 3 of last 4, most recently 2nd of 10 in a 2150m Cagnes amateurs Class G on 18 August. Alexandre Abrivard in the bike and will be expected to give JUDICIEUSE ZAILER (7) a run for her money
  73. JUDICIEUSE ZAILER – Won 2 mobile start events before coming 3rd of 13 in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class F on 12 August. Won over a mile in July and looks the pick of the field
  74. JAMAIQUE DE HOERDT – Ran 2nd over 2750m here prior to losing her action in a 2850m Vincennes amateurs Class F 2 weeks ago. Breaks wide but in this small field can get in on the action
  75. JOUR DES RACQUES – Ran 5th over longer here before coming 2nd of 13 in a 2000m Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel 2.5 weeks ago. In his element in a mobile start and despite the draw can still play a leading role
  76. INDIEN PASS – Makes the long trip north after running 4th of 10 in a 2925m Cagnes Class F on 23 July. Will be fresh but in this company will need to find more
    Summary: Denied the hat-trick last time out, JUDICIEUSE ZAILER (7) returns to a mobile start and even though drawn wide, is still preferred to JADA MOKO (6) who has been knocking at the door all summer, and JOUR DES RACQUES (9) who would be better served by a front-line start. JACO LE GRAND (5) imposed going clockwise on just his 2nd start back and, reconfigured for the occasion, is well-placed to give this a good go.
    SELECTIONS
    JUDICIEUSE ZAILER (7) – JADA MOKO (6) – JOUR DES RACQUES (9) – JACO LE GRAND (5)
    C8 – PRIX DE LA COM DE COM THIERACHE DU CENTRE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 24,000
  77. LEGACY JIEL – One-paced last of 9 in a 2700m Vincennes Class C on 25 August. Is patently better than that and can get back in the winners’ circle if Franck Ouvrie assures his charge’s initial strides
  78. KING GEORGES ELLIS – Eliminated in last 5 starts, most recently a 2875m Enghien Class E on 13 August, and others easier to trust
  79. KALAO TOURNIBOIS – Imposed here late-July before running 6th of 14, a place behind LEGACY JIEL (1), in a 2725m Cabourg Class E on 8 August. Is plainly in rude health but looks more a first-5 chance this time around
  80. LADY OF DURBUY – Made up for Enghien clinker when 2nd of 9 over 2300m in Mons early-August. Tends to go well for Pierre-Yves Verva and should not be far from the action
  81. KUZCO – Imposed at Divonne-les-Bains on 19 August and repeated over course and distance a week later. Unlikely to secure a 3rd straight success but, with form maintained, can challenge for a place in the frame
  82. L’HAVANA D’ELMA – By no means fortunate 5th of 14 in a 2875m Enghien Class D on 14 August. Caught the eye nevertheless and can make a big splash if kept out of trouble
  83. L’AMIRAL TURGOT – Sent off favourite but failed to deliver when 7th of 10 behind LAST DES BROUSSES (12) in a 2150m Enghien Class D a month back. Has had ample time to recalibrate and looks a serious proposition
  84. LENSOIS DU DOLLAR – Starts for first time since finishing last of 8 in a 2175m Vincennes Class C on 3 June. Shoes fitted and will have nothing to contribute
  85. LIFOU IRIS’EYES – Won a brace before finishing last of 10 in a 2150m Enghien Class D in early-July. Shoes on for comeback and can be passed over
  86. LOVI CADENCE – Returns to racing with 4 pads fitted after running 6th of 11 in a 2875m Enghien Class D on 13 August and the draw will do him no favours
  87. KEFIR COHIAIS – Last of 4 over 2840m in Mons last week. Has won twice at La Capelle but would be preferred barefoot
  88. LAST DES BROUSSES – Has turned a corner over recent weeks, most recently 4th of 12 in a 2750m Cabourg Class D 11 days ago. Hind shoes off this time and, in spite of the draw, must be afforded respect
  89. LIBERTY AVENUE – Useful on a good day but has not raced since being eliminated in a 2700m Vincennes Class D on 13 June and has no possible chance
  90. KIDAM DU METZ – Winner here in the spring but mostly disappointing since, latterly eliminated in a 2850m Laval Class F last week, and can be ruled out
  91. LADY DU CHENE – Eliminated, on first start since the spell, in a 2700m Vincennes Class C a fortnight ago. Shoes fitted and not a concern
    Summary: Considerably better than his recent performance would suggest, LEGACY JIEL (1) will benefit from the mobile start and can return to triumphant ways. Winner of his only start at the venue, L’AMIRAL TURGOT (7) was denied the hat-trick at Enghien but Gabriele Gelormini will be determined to set the record straight. L’HAVANA D’ELMA (6) would have finished closer last time had she been afforded a run and Franck Nivard will also be redemption-hunting. KUZCO (5) returns on a 3-timer after pulling off quite the coup here last week and is barefoot this time.
    SELECTIONS
    LEGACY JIEL (1) – L’AMIRAL TURGOT (7) – L’HAVANA D’ELMA (6) – KUZCO (5)
    R3 LYON-PARILLY [LYON-PARILLY]

C1 – PRIX DES ORCHIDEES – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 12,000

  1. NOCTURNE BLOU – Ran 3rd in a Claimer over 1200m at Pompadour on 31 August. Will have no problem with the distance but has to concede a lot of weight
  2. RAGE CHOPE – Ran 3rd in a Claimer over 1600m at Vichy on 13 August. On her breeding she should have no issue racing on heavy ground
  3. ROSE PRAIRIE – Ran 3rd in a Claimer over 1600m at Vichy on 30 July. Has finished 3rd in her last three races, all Claimers, and has the benefit of jumping from No 1 draw
  4. ALLEE MIA – Ran 2nd in a Claimer over 1600m at Vichy on 13 August. She had RAGE CHOPE (2) behind her and is expected to confirm that form
  5. ALINKA – Finished 7th in a Maiden over 1600m at Vittel on 12 August. She will need to make major improvement to feature.
  6. EARTHLIKE – Ran 7th in a Claimer over 1600m at Vichy on 13 August. She looks well held by others in this field based on her last run
  7. VLADIVIA – Finished 7th in a Claimer over 1600m at Vichy on 30 July. Has only raced twice so there could be some progress on the cards
    Summary: ROSE PRAIRIE (3) has been ultra-consistent in Claiming races and that could well be rewarded in this event. NOCTURNE BLOU (1) carries top weight which is concern but she has earned that weight and cannot be ignored. ALLEE MIA (4) made huge strides in her Claimer debut last time and will benefit from a wet track. She does hold RAGE CHOPE (2) on their last run but this filly could run into the places.
    SELECTIONS
    ROSE PRAIRIE (3) – NOCTURNE BLOU (1) – ALLEE MIA (4) – RAGE CHOPE (2)
    C2 – PRIX DES BRUYERES – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Newcomers Race – Flat – EUR € 21,000
  8. SENEQUE – Unraced 2yo colt by Zarak out of Gleneagles mare Tabera trained by Andre Fabre. Mare’s second foal, neither of which has raced, but the stable has been having a good run with their youngsters and this could be another

Trainer A. FABRE (S)

  1. MUSICAL ROSE – Unraced 2yo colt by Ghaiyyath out of Big Top Cat mare Lexi’s Love trained by Amy Murphy. This sire has had a decent enough start to his breeding career. The dam, however, did not race
  2. DEVIL’STORY – Unraced 2yo colt by Victor Ludorum out of Wootton Bassett mare Denitza trained by Alessandro Botti. Mare did contest a Listed race
  3. NORTHERN TERRITORY – Unraced 2yo colt by Australia out of Nayef mare Ghaim. He has a strong maternal line and will enjoy any soft conditions.
  4. MELKISEDEK – Unraced 2yo colt by Ectot out of Dubawi mare Pearly Goddess trained by Mikel Delzangles. Dam has produced three winners from six foals
  5. REAL NEWS – Unraced 2yo colt by New Bay out of Showcasing mare Lady Light trained by Christopher Head. He is related to Gr 1-placed Tasleet so should have good speed
  6. MATAURI QUEEN – Non partante
  7. ANAHEIM – Unraced 2yo filly by Zelzal out of Acclamation mare Ana Clamation trained by Mathieu Pitart. Dam has yet to produce a winner from four foals
  8. NAOS MOON – Unraced 2yo filly by Wonderful Moon out of Campanologist mare Wind Cries Mary trained by Dominique Chenu. Mare has yet to produce a winner from three earlier foals
  9. CHILL Y FLAMA – Unraced 2yo filly by Lope Y Fernandez out of Dark Angel mare Chill out trained by Henri-Alex Pantall. First foal of dam but Granddam did win a Gr 1 race in the UK
  10. ZELZANA – Unraced 2yo filly by Zelzal out of Frankel mare Bursa trained by Manon Scandella-Lacaille. Unraced dam has produced a winner from her four previous foals
    Summary: This is a field of unraced two-year-olds but there are some well-bred youngsters among them. SENEQUE (1), whose dam won a Gr 3 in Germany, comes from an in-form yard and the engagement of Maxime Guyon is worth noting. Filly MATAURI QUEEN (7) is a decent mix of speed and stamina while stable companion REAL NEWS (6) is bred for speed. NORTHERN TERRITORY (4) was entered for a feature at Deauville so must be showing decent form at home.
    SELECTIONS
    SENEQUE (1) – REAL NEWS (6) – NORTHERN TERRITORY (4) – MUSICAL ROSE (2)
    C3 – PRIX DE VENISSIEUX – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 12,500
  11. GOLDEN BEACH – Finished 10th in Handicap over 1400m at Moulins on 25 August. Looks unlikely to have any impact on the result
  12. BLANC BLEU – Ran 11th in a Handicap over 1600m at Vichy on 4 August. Did finish 4th in a Claimer three runs back but will need to show more
  13. LAMENTO – Ran 3rd in a claimer over 2500m at Saint-Malo on 29 August. He is in good form and should be rewarded for his consistency
  14. THREE DREAMS – Finished 9th in a Handicap over 1600m at Vichy on 4 August. Ran well in a Claimer two runs back but that may not be good enough
  15. MAMA IMELDA – Ran 2nd in a Handicap over 1600m at Vichy on 4 August. She runs well for jockey Cristian Demuro so she has place prospects
  16. MUELHEIMER PERLE – Ran 6th in a Claimer over 1500m at Deauville on 16 August. She is drawn well and that gives her the chance to launch her attack at the right moment
  17. THAT’S LIFE – Finished 8th in a Claimer over 1500m at Deauville on 16 August. She is held by MUELHEIMER PERLE (6) on that run
  18. LARNO – Finished 11th in a Handicap over 1800m at Clairefontaine on 2 August. He might be getting on a bit but he loves soft underfoot conditions
  19. DORIANELLO – Finished 9th in a Qualifying Handicap over 1400m at Deauville on 28 August. Will need to up his game to feature
  20. GRECIAN STAR – Ran 3rd in a Claimer over 1500m at Deauville on 16 August. Made his return on the sand and will need to confirm the form
  21. SADAK – Ran 5th in a Claimer over 1800m at Dieppe on 4 August. He should be ideally suited to the race conditions
  22. THUNDERHEART – Finished 7th in a Handicap over 1300m at Vittel on 12 August. Could be outclassed in this line-up over this distance
    Summary: Although running well last time LAMENTO (3) is likely to benefit from the drop in distance and could have the edge over this field. SADAK (11) is well weighted and well drawn and could show further improvement after his decent last race. MUELHEIMER PERLE (6) needs to have her run timed to perfection and Maxime Guyon knows how to do just that. Veteran LARNO (8) grows another leg in the wet and he could pose a threat.
    SELECTIONS
    LAMENTO (3) – SADAK (11) – MUELHEIMER PERLE (6) – LARNO (8)
    C4 – PRIX DES NOUVEAUX PARTENAIRES PMU (PRIX JEAN-NOEL GABOLDE) – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 20,100
  23. CHIBITTY – Ran 9th in a Group 3 over 1600m at Deauville on 10 August. Raced against much stronger last time and is the runner to beat
  24. TYSON – Won a Maiden over 1400m at Lion D’Angers on 3 August. Takes a jump in class but could make the required improvement
  25. CIEL DE PARIS – Won a Maiden over 1600m at Clairefontaine on 8 August. He will find this field a lot more competitive
  26. AMIDARGENT – Won a Maiden over 1600m at Vichy on 30 July. That was only his second race and he could progress well from that run
  27. SQUARE CARNOT – Ran 2nd in a Conditions race over 1400m at Lion D’Angers on 14 August. Maxime Guyon rode her last time and he is back in the irons once again
  28. NARKALA – Won a Maiden on 1 September 2024 over this course and distance. Makes a return in almost a year but could have matured nicely
  29. WHI PUMP PUMP – Finished 3rd in a Maiden over this course and distance on 14 June. Hard to judge on one run but there could be some level of improvement
  30. QUEEN’S TRIAL – Ran 6th in a Conditions race over 1800m at Clairefontaine on 26 July. She has run well on soft ground so be wary of her
  31. ALMAROMY – Finished 4th in a Conditions race over 2000m a Vichy on 19 July. Seems to be better over longer distances
    Summary: Lots with winning claims but after competing in a Gr 3 race last time CHIBITTY (1) drops considerably in class and has good form on soft ground. SQUARE CARNOT (5) has been consistently placed recently and with a top jockey up should provide a strong threat. It has been almost a year since NARKALA (6) last ran but she does looks promising. QUEEN’S TRIAL (8) could be better than recently shown and she likes the wet.
    SELECTIONS
    CHIBITTY (1) – SQUARE CARNOT (5) – NARKALA (6) – QUEEN’S TRIAL (8)
    C5 – PRIX OAKLAND – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  32. LA CEIBA – Solid effort in 3rd over 1600m at Deauville in a divided handicap on the 19th of August 2025. Big runner
  33. HAZA – Winner over 1600m at Clairefontaine in a claimer on the 15th of August 2025. Goes for a hat-trick bid
  34. MALA WYSKA – Finished 4th over 1600m at Clairefontaine in a claimer on the 15th of August 2025. Include in the play
  35. CAHAGNES – Finished 4th over 1400m at Vichy in a claimer on the 19th of July 2025. Others inspire more confidence
  36. KOHANA – Winner over 1600m at Deauville in a claimer on the 12th of August 2025. Should run well here
  37. MON SEUL DESIR – Winner over 1600m at Vittel in a handicap on the 25th of July 2025. Further scope for improvement and can feature
  38. GOLDEN ALQA – Runner up over 1900m at Deauville in a divided handicap on the 28th of August 2025. Can pop up
  39. CASHLYN CAVALIER – Fair run in 4th over 1600m at Vichy in a handicap on the 30th of July 2025. Can run into the money
  40. KAWAALOT – Well held in 5th over 2000m at Lyon Parilly in a maiden on the 23rd of April 2025. Goes handicapping and he can improve
  41. ROSES AND DREAM – Not disgraced in 3rd over 1600m at Vichy in a handicap on the 15th of August 2025. Place claims `
  42. GOOD ORPEN – Finished 6th over 1800m at Clairefontaine in a divided limited handicap on the 18th of August 2025. Others make more appeal
  43. MORUS – Moderate run in 7th over 1600m at Vichy in a handicap on the 15th of August 2025. Could sneak into a minor spot
    Summary: LA CEIBA (1) produced a pleasing run last time out and despite having to concede weight all round here, she could go very close to notching up that second win. KOHANA (5) put her best foot forward to land the spoils at her latest outing and with her confidence up, she can make her presence felt. MON SEUL DESIR (6) is an improving sort who will have more to offer and needs to be taken seriously here. MALA WYSKA (3) is in good form at present and should be in the shake up.
    SELECTIONS
    LA CEIBA (1) – KOHANA (5) – MON SEUL DESIR (6) – MALA WYSKA (3)
    C6 – PRIX GERARD LIARTE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 11,500
  44. RAW ENERGY – Winner over 2450m at Mont-De-Marsan in a handicap on the 24th of August 2025. Each way claims
  45. LOUIS OTHON – Finished 3rd over 2500m at Deauville in a claimer on the 12th of August 2025. Can build on latest run to feature
  46. THUNDERBIRD – Finished 3rd over 2300m at Brehal in a Class 3 on the 18th of August 2025. Can run into the money
  47. HUNGER GAMES – No show in 10th over 2400m at Lyon La Soie in a maiden on the 2nd of March 2025. Would be a shock winner
  48. DALECARLIAN – Finished 4th over 2400m at Compiegne in a claimer on the 29th of July 2025. More to come and can go close
  49. BLANCHE SACREE – Finished 3rd over 2400m at Vichy in a claimer on the 13th of August 2025. Place chance
  50. NIVE – Not beaten far in 5th over 2400m at Vichy in a maiden on the 7th of August 2025. Include in all bets
  51. ROSALITA – Finished 4th over 2100m at Le Touquet in a claimer on the 17th of August 2025. Can earn a cheque
  52. BLEKOU – Dismal run in 13th over 2200m at Clairefontaine in a divided limited handicap on the 6th of August 2025. Would be a surprise winner
  53. SUPERMAX – No type of run in 15th over 2400m at Compiegne in a limited handicap on the 21st of July 2025. Hard to fancy
  54. ROCK SINGER – Dam won five times from 1300m – 2100m and she is an unlikely type on debut. Trainer isn’t known for debut winners
  55. VAS Y LEZ – Held in 8th over 2100m at Vittel in a limited handicap on the 12th of August 2025. Will battle here
    Summary: LOUIS OTHON (2) showed up well with Mikael Barzalona and a repeat effort should see him landing a blow here. DALECARLIAN (5) has run two pleasing races to date and remains with further scope for improvement which should see him having a say in the outcome. NIVE (7) produced a fair run on his flat debut and can certainly take a step forward from that outing to pose a threat. RAW ENERGY (1) registered his maiden success last time out and with some confidence on his side, he could be very effective once again.
    SELECTIONS
    LOUIS OTHON (2) – DALECARLIAN (5) – NIVE (7) – RAW ENERGY (1)
    C7 – PRIX DE TASSIN-LA-DEMI-LUNE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400
  56. QUEEN BAY – Finished close up in 3rd over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 21st of June 2025. Each way claims
  57. MISTER POWER – Moderate run in 7th over 2400m at La Teste in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 11th of August 2025. Can outrun odds
  58. PERRINE – Finished 9th over 2400m at Clairefontaine in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 25th of August 2025. Others make more appeal
  59. GOOD QUESTION – No type of run in 11th over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 16th of August 2025. Can earn on previous form
  60. THE ROOM – Finished a fair 4th over 2000m at Divonne-Les-Bains in a Class 4 value claiming handicap on the 31st of August 2025. Can run into the money
  61. SARIMARES – Not seen to best effect in 14th over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 16th of August 2025. Better than latest and can pop up
  62. GO FOR IT – Weak performance in 10th over 2400m at Vittel in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 12th of August 2025. Will battle here
  63. KALEOBAYANE – Finished 3rd over 2400m at Vittel in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 12th of August 2025. Should be on the premises
  64. REGINA LILLIE – Dismal run in 11th over 2400m at Vittel in a maiden on the 25th of July 2025. Would be a shock winner
  65. LE HOULME – Fair run in 3rd over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 16th of August 2025. Should be in the shake up
  66. LE RAVI – Held in 4th over 2900m at Cavaillon in a Class 4 on the 17th of August 2025. One to pass by
  67. TARCENAY – Poor run in 16th over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 16th of August 2025. Erratic sort but capable
    Summary: KALEOBAYANE (8) arrives in some hard knocking form and should have every opportunity of landing the spoils although winning seems to come at a premium given that she is a one time winner. LE HOULME (10) is another who has only won once so doesn’t appear to be worth a strike on the nose but should be involved at the finish. SARIMARES (6) and GOOD QUESTION (4) both didn’t perform well last time out but can show some promise on their prior form.
    SELECTIONS
    KALEOBAYANE (8) – LE HOULME (10) – SARIMARES (6) – GOOD QUESTION (4)
    C8 – PRIX D’ECULLY – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
  68. MEASTER OWEN – Finished close up in 5th spot over 2400m at Vichy in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 13th of August 2025. Winning claims
  69. INTO FAITH – Not seen to best effect in 13th over 2400m at Vichy in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 25th of July 2025. Each way claims on prior form
  70. RIO GRANDE – No show in 10th over 2400m at Vichy in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 13th of August 2025. Others make more appeal
  71. DARLYVI – Finished 7th over 2500m at Aix-Les-Bains in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 13th of July 2025. Others preferred
  72. LADY MANA – Fair 4th over 2400m at Vichy in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 25th of July 2025. Can outrun odds
  73. CHANAZ – Finished 3rd over 2000m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided limited handicap on the 19th of August 2025. Should run well
  74. KIROZ – Held in 5th over 2650m at Chateaubriant in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 21st of August 2025. Faces an uphill task
  75. PATZESTEVE – Not seen to best effect in 10th over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 7th of August 2025. Better than latest and can fight it out
  76. MALYA – Finished 6th over 2400m at Clairefontaine in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 25th of August 2025. Place chance
  77. SKADOOSH – Finished 3rd over 2400m at Vichy in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 13th of August 2025. Can run into the money
  78. IPHITOS – Lackluster run in 15th over 2000m at Vichy in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 14th of July 2025. Would be a surprise winner
  79. SECOND TO NONE – Poor effort in 8th over 2000m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided limited handicap on the 19th of August 2025. Would be a shock winner
  80. DARLING CHALLENGE – Not disgraced in 7th spot over 2400m at Vichy in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 25th of July 2025. Can earn a cheque
    Summary: MEASTER OWEN (1) has been holding solid form throughout the season and appears to be ready to strike for that next win. He should fight this out. CHANAZ (6) arrives in pleasing form and with Maxime Guyon in the irons he should be right in the thick of things. PATZESTEVE (8) is far better than his latest run and on his prior form, he will mount a strong challenge as he bids to notch up another win this season. MALYA (9) hasn’t been too far off the action recently and can get involved.
    SELECTIONS
    MEASTER OWEN (1) – CHANAZ (6) – PATZESTEVE (8) – MALYA (9)
    R4 TOULOUSE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX GERARD SEREYS – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 24,000

  1. SAFILLE DE HOUELLE – Victorious last time out in Conditions hurdle at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 4200m on 7 August. Unreliable in chases but is capable of winning
  2. KAOLAK – A winner of five races last year, including last time out in a handicap hurdle at Fontainebleau over 3500m on 10 December. Unbeaten in chases and can score again
  3. SIR BECQUAILLE – Has only been modest this year and was 6th in a handicap chase at La Roche-Posay over 4200m on 23 August. More is needed to win
  4. GENTEEL STAR – Has won twice this year, including last time out in a Conditions hurdle at Gramat over 3500m on 4 August. Capable of making the frame
  5. TAFEDNEY – Has some fair form and finished fourth in a claiming hurdles at Royan La Palmyre over 4100m on 17 August. Consistent in chases and could play a minor role
  6. BLOOMING – Fit and is unbeaten in three starts this year, the latest being a Conditions hurdle at Pompadour over 3900m on 15 August. Just as good in chases and can score again
  7. L’ANGE VERT – Holding form and was runner-up in a claiming hurdles at Royan La Palmyre over 4100m on 17 August. Has a place chance in this line-up
  8. DALPALACE – Unreliable so far and finished tenth in his only start of the year, in a handicap hurdle at Châteaubriant over 3800m on 21 August. More is neede to beat these rivals
  9. WALKYRIA – Unreliable and finished 12th in a handicap hurdle at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 3600m on 11 August. Capable of better and is not out of it
  10. FULL KRISTALLIS – Consistent in hurdle races and was third in Conditions hurdle at Jarnac over 3800m on 22 September. Returns from a break and tries a chase. Might place
    Summary: KAOLAK (2) has won 5 of just 9 starts, including two chases, and clearly has ability. He returns from a break for his first start of the year but can win if fit. BLOOMING (6) completed her hat-trick nicely enough at Pompadour and can be a threat again. SAFILLE DE HOUELLE (1) is probably better in hurdle races these days but would not be a surprise winner. WALKYRIA (9) is not reliable but cannot be ruled out.
    SELECTIONS
    KAOLAK (2) – BLOOMING (6) – SAFILLE DE HOUELLE (1) – WALKYRIA (9)
    C2 – PRIX SAINT-LAURENT – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 20,000
  11. MAHROUSE – Victorious in a conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1400m on 11 August. Quite capable of following up
  12. GHAZAN DU SOLEIL – Unreliable and finished 3rd in a conditions race at Mont-de-Marsan over 1600m on 16 July. Can be very competitive in this line-up
  13. MARZOOG – Not disgraced when 5th in a conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 16 May. Capable of better and is not out of it
  14. ALYAH – Finished 8th in a conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 12 July. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  15. MAAD DE FLAUZINS – Finished 8th on debut in a conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1400m on 11 August. Capable of improvement but others make more appeal
  16. NERCI D – Showed improvement when runner-up in a conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 20 August. Might prefer that longer distance but could earn some money
  17. AAMEED – Hs not shown much and was 9th in a conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1400m on 11 August. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  18. MAJEEBAH MM – Did all that was asked of her when victorious on debut in a conditions race at Langon over 1800m on 23 June. Tougher task this time
  19. ASHALEEA DU NIL – Finished 10th in a conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 20 August. Capable of better but others make more appeal
  20. MALAKA – Disappointing last run when 10th in a conditions race at Dax over 2100m on 31 July. Capable of an upset if repeating her debut performance
  21. RAHAF – Modest debut when 9th in a conditions race at Dax over 2100m on 31 July. Has room to improve but others are preferred
  22. AMBRA SAINT LON – Showed some improvement and was 4th in a conditions race at Mont-de-Marsan over 2000m on 24 August. Might play a minor role
  23. TS WASEEMA – Runner up on debut in a conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1400m on 11 August. Can score one better
  24. MARTA DE FAUST – Only modest of late and was 6th in a conditions race at Mont-de-Marsan over 2000m on 24 August. More is needed to win this race
  25. DHARIYA – A three-year-old filly by Al Mouwaffak out of Asdabya who is making her debut. Well bred and can contest the finish
  26. TAFSER – A three- year-old filly by Nieshan out of Myzoon making her debut. Her half brother won a Group 1. Watch the betting
    Summary: TS WASEEMA (13) finished off her debut well at La Teste-de-Buch last month. This distance should suit her, and she can go one better. Trainer Jean de Mieulle has two nicely bred fillies making their debut. TAFSER (16) is a half-sister to a Group 1 winner. DHARIYA (15) also looks capable of being a threat on debut. MAHROUSE (1) gives weight away to all his rivals, but he has already won a race and can follow up.
    SELECTIONS
    TS WASEEMA (13) – TAFSER (16) – DHARIYA (15) – MAHROUSE (1)
    C3 – PRIX DE LA SOCIETE DES COURSES DE POMPADOUR – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 12,000
  27. ANOLANTE – Has only been modest so far and finished 6th in a claimer at Deauville over 1300m on 21 August. Might play a minor role
  28. SARI MAN – Has some fair form and finished 4th in a claimer at Mont-de-Marsan over 1600m on 1 August. Can earn some more money
  29. LOVATREE PARIS – Has run well in both starts and was 4th in a conditions race at Le Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 5 August. Be right there at the finish
  30. KODVEDEV – Did not show his best when 8th in a conditions race at Vichy over 1400m on 7 August. Did better on debut and can bounce back to score
  31. LEGACY OF SAINTS – Not disgraced when 7th in a conditions race at Vichy over 1600m on 20 August. Capable of improvement and has claims
  32. MORHISSONNE – A two- year-old filly by Yafta out of Cleverleyca making her debut. Her mother did not win a race after three starts but her sister did win on debut at this course
  33. SHEMANA – Finished 8th on debut in a claimer at Dax over 1200m on 31 July. Needs to find a few lengths to win this race
  34. MAKE LOVE NOT WAR – Finishd 6th on debut in a in a conditionsrace at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 11 August. Capable of improvement and has a place chance
  35. SCHIZZO – Has struggled twice and was 10th in a claimer at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 1800m on 22 August. Needs major improvement to win
    Summary: A tricky claimer. KODVEDEV (4) made a good debut but failed to reproduce that performance on his second start. He can bounce back to win at this level. LEGACY OF SAINTS (5) did not beat a rival home on debut but can show vast improvement in this company. LOVATREE PARIS (3) has run well in both starts and should be right there at the finish. MORHISSONNE (6) makes her debut for a trainer who knows what is required, and she can be a threat.
    SELECTIONS
    KODVEDEV (4) – LEGACY OF SAINTS (5) – LOVATREE PARIS (3) – MORHISSONNE (6)
    C4 – PRIX DE FRONTON – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 24,000
  36. L’ODYSSEE – Disappointing last run when 7th in a Conditions hurdle at La Teste-de-Buch over 3400m on 12 July. Capable of better and has a place chance
  37. MANGOS – A three-year-old gelding by Désinvolte out of Pink Shuttle who is making his debut. His mother won once on the flat. Could contest the finish
  38. DEHADAME – A three-year-old filly by Doctor Dino out of Perfect Impulse who is making his debut. Her dam was Group 1 placed and also won a Group 2. Can score
  39. MARGAUX ROUGE – A three-year-old filly by Sageburg out of Rouge Fuisse who is making her debut. Her mother was unraced. Expected to be in the mix
  40. MAIA KELLE – Not disgraced when fourth on debut, in a Conditions hurdle at Royan La Palmyre over 3500m on 17 August. Can earn some more money
    Summary: A small field, and it does look likely that the newcomers are the ones to concentrate on. DEHADAME (3) is well bred, being out of the very good Perfect Impulse, who won a Group 2 and was runner-up in a Group 1. MANGOS (2) makes his debut for a very successful team and should be a threat. MARGAUX ROUGE (4) has claims on paper and should be respected. MAIA KELLE (5) was not disgraced on debut and can do even better this time.
    SELECTIONS
    DEHADAME (3) – MANGOS (2) – MARGAUX ROUGE (4) – MAIA KELLE (5)
    C5 – PRIX DE GAILLAC – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 24,000
  41. BATH LAU – Ultra-consistent and has won his last two starts, the latest in a Conditions hurdle at Royan La Palmyre over 3500m on 17 August. Has obvious claims
  42. GIFT DU BERLAIS – Did not show her best when 7th in a handiap hurdle at La Teste-de-Buch over 3400m on 12 July. Did better before that and could earn some money
  43. PIERRE EN RIT – Improving and was a winner of a Conditions hurdle at Gramat over 3500m on 4 August. Could make the frame
  44. BELLE ROCHELAISE – Finished a good third in a Conditions hurdle at Dieppe over 3400m on 8 August. Can do better with improvement expected
  45. LARA DES MOTTES – Unreliable but was third in a Conditions hurdle at Royan La Palmyre over 3500m on 17 August. Only win was a chase but is not out of it
  46. LUBIE D’ESTRUVAL – Improving and has won her last two starts, the latest in a Conditions chase at Gémozac over 3900m on 6 July. Can complete a hat-trick
    Summary: None of the six runners carded can be ruled out of winning. LUBIE D’ESTRUVAL (6) has impressed with some solid recent chase wins and can complete her treble. BATH LAU (1) has been very consistent with some nice recent wins and has every chance of landing the hat-trick. BELLE ROCHELAISE (4) is threatening to win a race and can get involved in the finish. LARA DES MOTTES (5) is not reliable but is not out of it on her best form.
    SELECTIONS
    LUBIE D’ESTRUVAL (6) – BATH LAU (1) – BELLE ROCHELAISE (4) – LARA DES MOTTES (5)
    C6 – PRIX ALBERT LABORDE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 15,600
  47. YOGUI – Threatening to win a race and was runner-up in a Conditions race at Mont-de-Marsan over 2450m on 16 July. Leading chance
  48. LIBERTY WAY – Has some fair form and was not disgraced when 5th in a Conditions race at Vichy over 2000m on 16 July. Capable of getting involved with the finish
  49. ZORBA – Has not been disgraced in both starts and was 5th in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 2200m on 11 August. Has a place chance
  50. HENSHAW – Has not shown much in two starts and was 8th in a Conditions race at Tarbes over 1500m on 19 April. Capable of improvement returning from a break
  51. NARAKA – Struggled on her debut when 14th in a Conditions race at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 2400m on 6 August. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
  52. MAROLLES – Showed some improvement and was 5th in a Conditions race at Vichy over 2400m on 18 July. Can have more to offer and is not out of it
  53. JURMALA – In good form and finished fourth in a Conditions race at Vichy over 1850m on 20 August. She should make a bold bid at scoring
    Summary: JURMALA (7) has been consistent in stronger fields and should be hard to oppose in a race of this nature. YOGUI (1) has finished runner-up three times, including last time out, and could go one better here. LIBERTY WAY (2) has some fair form and can contest the finish. MAROLLES (6) has scope for improvement and could get into the thick of things over this track and distance.
    SELECTIONS
    JURMALA (7) – YOGUI (1) – LIBERTY WAY (2) – MAROLLES (6)
    C7 – PRIX H.H. SHEIKH HAMDAN AL MAKTOUM – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 16,000
  54. MEDAN – Finished 7th on debut in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1800m on 20 August. Capable of improvement and has a place chance
  55. ALMURJANAH – Much improved of late and was runner-up in a Conditions race over this track and trip on 22 June. Be right there at the finish
  56. MOMINA – Unreliable but was runner-up in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 4 July. Can go one better this time
  57. TEXAS PEARL – Not disgraced when 5th last time out in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1800m on 20 August. Can make the frame
  58. MUGHAYRH ALFALAH – Showed some improvement and was a winner in a Conditions race at Gramat over 2200m on 4 August. Tougher task in this line-up
  59. SAWARIM – Did not show her best when 8th in a Conditions race at Mont-de-Marsan over 2000m on 1 August. Did win two on the PSF before that but might like that surface better
  60. ALGHEED – Has some fair form and finished fourth in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1800m on 20 August. Has claims in this line-up
  61. AWA TOURETTES – In good form and finished third in a Conditions race ar Gramat over 2200m on 4 August. Tackles stronger but could have some money
  62. HM TASSABIH – Only modest on debut when 5th in a Conditions race at Royan La Palmyre over 1600m on 3 August. More is needed to win this race
    Summary: ALGHEED (7) has been consistent so far without winning and has decent claims in a race of this nature. ALMURJANAH (2) is improving and only found one too good over this course and distance in June. She will challenge for top honours. MOMINA (3) has not been very reliable but is capable of contesting the finish once again. TEXAS PEARL (4) may need to lift her game to beat these three rivals but can make the frame in this lucky last race.
    SELECTIONS – ALGHEED (7) – ALMURJANAH (2) – MOMINA (3) – TEXAS PEARL (4)

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