French Selections Friday 24th

R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX ZOSMA – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 53,000

KATIM DU GOUTIER – Well-beaten 5th of 9 in a 2700m monte Class C here 10 days ago. Has been showing his harness form on the Riviera but is being aimed too high this time
KIKI AND CO – Eliminated in a 2700m harness Class B here 10 days ago. Is preparing for a campaign in the other code and can be ruled out
KOALA BLUE – 8th of 10 finishers in a 2700m Class B here 10 days ago. Alexandre Abrivard in the bike this time but others still preferred
KAZACHOK – Winner at Cabourg before coming 2nd of 14 in a 2700m Class C here on 19 September. Enjoys a good spot behind the car and Mathieu Mottier will be eager to take advantage
KAZY MERITE – 5th of 16 in a 2725m Lisieux Class B a month back. Has never excelled at Vincennes though and can be passed over
KHARNAS – Won a brace in the provinces before running 6th of 9 finishers in a 2875m Enghien Class B on 29 September, and already looks out of his depth
KING GEORGES – Eliminated in a 2700m Class B here 10 days ago. Is competitively-shod this time but would have better prospects at a lower level
KELLY JANE – 12th of 14 finishers when preparing for this in a 2800m Rambouillet Class B on 5 October. Barefoot this time but still faces a stern challenge
KUEEN’S PRIDE – Failed to make it 6 on the trot when disqualified in a 2800m Class B at Le Croise-Laroche in mid-September. Is as capable racing left-handed as right- and will be expected to return to winning ways
EMPIRE AS – Back under harness after running 3rd of 8 in a 2700m monte Class C a month ago. Is patently in excellent shape and unlikely to let the side down
ELEONORA GRIF – Like a horse reborn since coming to France and even though unraced since running 2nd of 15 in a 2150m Enghien Class C in July, will be barefoot for re-entry and will be one to monitor
ETRANGER JOYEUSE – Returns to a track he adores after running 3rd of 14 over 2060m in Turin on 29 September. Unbeaten in 3 Vincennes starts, twice over course and distance, races barefoot, and will justifiably garner support
KALINKA DU GRENAT – Won over track and trip in late-August but disappointing in 2 since, most recently 6th of 15 in a 2850m Class C here 2 weeks ago, and is unlikely to spring any surprises
KER POULGWEN – 3rd of 15 in a 2800m Chartres Class B last week. Is reunited with Benoît Robin who has won 5 times with him, is barefoot for the occasion, and cannot be ruled out
ENAOZ – 2nd of 16 to KILGORE (16) a Class D over course and distance late last month. Tricky sort but has never disappointed under these conditions and despite the draw should not be underestimated
KILGORE – Opened Vincennes account at first time of asking, winning a Class D over course and distance with authority late last month. Pulled a poor number but will not be available at 53-1 this time. Chance
Summary: A fine campaigner with an enviable strike-rate, KUEEN’S PRIDE (9) was disqualified last time out, and has never raced at Vincennes, but Theo Duvaldestin will be minded to put things right. Winner on his first start for Christophe Martens, KILGORE (16) has pulled a tough number but the nature of his victory bodes well for his prospects. KAZACHOK (4) enjoys a better spot in front and, clearly at the top of his game, will be no easy touch. Winner over track and trip on his penultimate outing, EMPIRE AS (10) races barefoot and will not go down easily.
SELECTIONS
KUEEN’S PRIDE (9) – KILGORE (16) – KAZACHOK (4) – EMPIRE AS (10)
C2 – PRIX PIERRE VAN TROYEN – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Gr3 – Harness – EUR € 80,000
LIBERTE DE CHOISEL – Classy filly making first appearance since winning a Gr.2 over course and distance in early-June. Stays shod for re-entry but is not incapable of getting a look in
LORD DU GERS – Beat Lancier Du Goutier in Gr.2 Prix Gaston Brunet before being eliminated after interference in 2850m Gr.1 Criterium des 4 Ans on 13 September. Is clearly at the top of his game and can set the record straight
LIVE TO TELL – 7th of 18 in 2850m Gr.1 Criterium des 4 Ans on 13 September. Has otherwise been excelling and will have a claim on the spoils
LITTLE BROWN – Lost his action early in 2850m Gr.1 Criterium des 4 Ans on 13 September. Has not been the most performant over recent months and will need to show improvement
LUCKY JACKSON – Eliminated in last 3, most recently a 2175m monte Gr.1 on 28 September. Is clearly better under the saddle and can be passed over
KOBAYASHI – Ran 3rd to KARAMBAR (9) before losing his action in a monte Gr.2 over course and distance 2 weeks ago. Form is not in question though and on good behaviour can finish close
KAVIARISSIME – Good 4th of 14 to KARAMBAR (9) in a Class B over course and distance late last month. Mixes the good with the less good but is confirmed at this level and can play a small part
L’ECRIN D’OR – Lost his action in a 2175m monte Gr.1 here on 28 September. Has harness form but not at this level
KARAMBAR – Made it 2 in a row when comfortably winning a Class B over course and distance late last month. Boasts a 60 percent win-rate over 2700m here and looks primed to improve on that
KAMEHAMEHA – 5th of 13 in 2850m Gr.1 Criterium des 5 Ans here on 13 September. Is not a priority but with form maintained can pick up a cheque
KID BELLAY – 11th of 16 in a 3125m Angers Gr.3 on 1 October. Enjoys a wonderful entry and will be reined by Eric Raffin, but will have other ambitions
Summary: Twice a winner last month, most recently over course and distance, KARAMBAR (9) steps back up in category and looks thoroughly capable of securing the hat-trick. It won’t be all plain sailing though given the presence of LORD DU GERS (2) who won a Gr.2 under these conditions before his Gr.1 Critérium des 4 Ans elimination. 7th that day, LIVE TO TELL (3) has nothing to prove at this level and will also have his chances. KOBAYASHI (6) is never one to be underestimated and will be barefoot for his return to the discipline.
SELECTIONS
KARAMBAR (9) – LORD DU GERS (2) – LIVE TO TELL (3) – KOBAYASHI (6)
C3 – PRIX JUNO – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 59,000
IGGY POP DE CHENU – 3rd of 12 in a 2850m Lyon-Parilly Class C on 9 October. Has been plying his trade in good order recently and a place in first 5 is well within his capacity
IDEAL DE CASTELLE – Unbeaten in 2 since returning from his spell, latterly a 2850m Class D here a week ago. Hind shoes back on but with Eric Raffin in the bike must be considered a leading contender
IN EN VRIE – Encouraged at La Capelle in late-august before being eliminated in a 2700m Class D here 3 weeks ago, and will have nothing to contribute
IQUITO PLANCHETTE – Eliminated in a 2700m Class D here on 3 October. Disappointing on the whole lately and can be passed over
IMAGE D’ATALANTE – Beat a number of these at Laval in early-September before running 6th of 16 in a 2850m Class D at the same venue 3 weeks ago. With Franck Nivard back in the bike can make a big impact
GROUPIE DU QUENNE – Last but one behind IXELLE BLEUE (9) in a 2400m Amiens Class D early last month. Has been off the boil for some time and is unlikely to make any impression
INSTINCTIF – 10th of 16 when being conditioned in a 2825m Chartres Class E last week. Races barefoot this time, has decent references over course and distance, and must not be overlooked
INES DE LA ROUVRE – Won 2 of 3 before finishing 11th of 13 in a 2725m Pornichet Class E on 20 September. Should not be too quickly condemned though and can be brought back into the fold
IXELLE BLEUE – 3rd of 16 in a 2750m Cabourg Class E 3 weeks ago. Has yet to deliver under these conditions but is plainly on the way up and must be considered a player
HAROLD SAUTONNE – Pleasantly surprising 4th of 13 in a Class E under these conditions on 21 September. Tristan Ouvrie reining this time and cannot be considered a priority
IQUEM – Eliminated in 3 of last 4, most recently a 2850m Laval Class D 3 weeks ago, and can expect to have few friends
IMPERIALE DU MONT – 7th of 18 on re-entry in a 2700m Segre Class F just over a month back. Is otherwise highly consistent but in this company will struggle to make her mark
HERAKLION DESBOIS – Put in quite the finish to run 7th of 16, a place behind IMAGE D’ATALANTE (5), in a 2850m Laval Class D 3 weeks ago. Has little chance of imposing but with form maintained can play an active role
GITANO JACK – Lost his action in a 2850m Laval Class D 3 weeks ago and even with hind shoes off has no possible chance
IKYTA DE LA VALLEE – Lost her action in a 2700m monte Class D here a month ago. Is not without ability but would be preferred barefoot
IRRESISTIBLE PAJ – Returns to Vincennes after smartly winning a 2825m Durtal Class F 12 days ago. Is quite clearly at the top of his game and will be dangerous if Paul Ploquin successfully navigates the start
Summary: A winner of 3 on the trot and very much at home here, IDEAL DE CASTELLE (2) is less competitively-shod this time but is still easy to like for the 4-timer. Eric Raffin will want to be wary though of the less favourably-drawn, but in-form, IRRESISTIBLE PAJ (16), and the well-positioned IMAGE D’ATALANTE (5) who is better than her latest performance would suggest. IXELLE BLEUE (9) has done nothing but improve lately and, reconfigured with Yoann Lebourgeois reining, is easy to recommend.
SELECTIONS
IDEAL DE CASTELLE (2) – IRRESISTIBLE PAJ (16) – IMAGE D’ATALANTE (5) – IXELLE BLEUE (9)
C4 – PRIX ORIONIS – 2850m (a2m) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 59,000
INCISIF VAUCEEN – 3rd of 18 in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class F late last month. Has won 2 of 3 with Benjamin Rochard and from the front row can challenge for a place in the picture
HAPAX – In the frame in last 3, most recently 2nd of 14 in a 2850m Hyeres Class F a fortnight ago. David Thomain in the bike this time but still has more to find
HUMOUR D’HAUFOR – 9th of 18 in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class F late last month and is unlikely to create an upset
INTELLO D’ERABLE – 10th of 16 in a 2450m Caen Class D on 11 October. Yoann Lebourgeois at the helm this time, but still not a concern
HORUS DE VAL – Won a 3125m Angers Class E from pillar to post early this month. On front line and will be competitive for a place on the podium
HENRIQUE – Disqualified in a 2300m Class E at Marseille-Borely on 1 October. Is reconfigured, with Mathieu Mottier reining, but still not a priority
ILLICO DE BOUTEAU – Quality element that ran 6th of 14 in a 2850m Lyon-Parilly Class E earlier in the month, but would be preferred a level down
INHERIT – Would have finished closer than 5th of 13, a place behind INSTRUCTOR (12), in a 2150m Enghien Class D late last month, had he not encountered traffic problems, but Matthieu Abrivard will be keen to put things right
IGRISONI – Respectable 5th of 16 in a 2450m Caen Class D a fortnight ago. Consistently gives his best and will not be far off the mark
ISYBOY DE CINGLAIS – 4th of 11 to ILEO PIERJI (15) in a 2650m Cordemais Class D early this month. Barefoot with Jean-Michel Bazire in the bike this time and should logically take all the beating
HERMES LUDOIS – Has not been seen out since finishing 9th of 11 in a 1609m Vichy Class D in July and will have nothing to offer
INSTRUCTOR – 8th of 11 to ILEO PIERJI (15) in a 2650m Cordemais Class D on 5 October. Is considerably better than that, goes barefoot this time, and Alexandre Abrivard will be out to prove the point
HAPPY DANOVER – Disappointing on the whole for some time, latterly 10th of 14 in a Class C over course and distance 2 weeks ago. Franck Nivard gets the nod but others still preferred
INDIGO PIERJI – Disappointing in last 2, latterly 12th of 14 in a 2700m Class D here on 19 September. Goes barefoot this time and should not be ruled out
ILEO PIERJI – Made up for Enghien elimination when victorious in a 2650m Cordemais Class D on 5 October. Incurs the penalty but Eric Raffin has stayed faithful and should not be underestimated
GERSHWIN DE CHENU – Has not been seen out since running 3rd of 14 in a Class C over course and distance on New Year’s Day and is going to need the race
Summary: Beaten only by the excellent Insight Spoken under these conditions in August, ISYBOY DE CINGLAIS (10) goes barefoot for the occasion, is reunited with JMB, and should be able to wrap this up. INHERIT (8) put in an excellent effort at Enghien last time out and looks competitively well in. Winner of his last 2, 25m better off, and terrifically entered, HORUS DE VAL (5) is easy to recommend. Clearly in excellent shape, INCISIF VAUCEEN (1) will have his chances if Benjamin Rochard keeps him focused. ILEO PIERJI (15) won for Eric Raffin at Cordemais and even with pads fitted still warrants respect.
SELECTIONS
ISYBOY DE CINGLAIS (10) – INHERIT (8) – HORUS DE VAL (5) – INCISIF VAUCEEN (1)
C5 – PRIX BELLONA – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 46,000
LOVELY DU VALLON – Eliminated in last 2, most recently a 2825m Lyon-Parilly Class B a fortnight ago. Capable on a good day but has no references over 2100m here and others easier to trust
LAMONT DU DOUET – 2nd of 16, at 23-1, in a 2700m Class C here late last month. Nicely-placed on front row but a repeat seems most improbable
LAGUNE PIYA – Unlucky 8th of 18 on comeback in a 2200m Caen Class D last Sunday. Benefits from an excellent spot in front and is unlikely to go home empty-handed this time
LEWIS RIVER – Useful colt making first start since running 5th of 13 in a 2700m Gr.3 here last May and is going to need the race
LE CASHMAKER – Quality element that was surprisingly eliminated in a 2800m Cordemais Class B on 5 October. Is patently in shape though and will be no soft touch if he stays in stride
LOTUS GRIFF – Won over 2175m here on 5 September but unable to confirm when eliminated in a 2700m Class B here 8 days later. Comes here fresh and is sufficiently well-drawn to make a big splash
FUNNY GIRL (ITY) – Failed to confirm fine Argentan performance when unluckily eliminated in a Class D under these conditions late last month. Breaks in front, is confirmed under these conditions, and can finish thereabouts
KING LEGEND – Makes French debut just 12 days after winning over 2950m at home in Charlottenlund. Gets a top driver for the occasion and can get straight down to business
LYNYRD SKYNYRD – Finished last but one after having briefly lost his action in a 2700m Class B here on 13 September. Has pulled a tough number but will be driven by JMB for the first time and must be respected
FLAMENCO FER – Last but one over 3140m in Solvalla a fortnight back. Out of the picture in all 3 this term and can be disregarded
FARAMIR AS – Surprisingly lacklustre last of 12 in a Class D over track and trip late last month. Has references under these conditions but others still easier to back
NGANNOU – Starts for the first time since coming 3rd of 14, a place behind FUNNY GIRL (ITY) (7), in a 2150m Argentan Class D in early-August. Is shod as he was that day but may be a race shy
FLY TOP – Quality Italian import starting for new trainer, not having raced since coming 2nd of 8 over 2140m in Solvalla in early-July. Eric Raffin’s services have been engaged and is unlikely to let the side down
FORT WASHAKIE – Won in Cesena before running 4th of 11 over 1660m in Bologna a month back. Takes on a better lot this time though and is unlikely to shake things up
OLYMPUS DRAGON – Won 4 on the trot before being pulled-up over 2140m in Jagersro early last month. Hind shoes off with Matthieu Abrivard in the bike, and despite the draw cannot be ruled out
FORCE OF NATURE – Serious type that lost his action in a Class D over course and distance late last month. Is confirmed at Vincennes but the draw will do him no favours
Summary: Something of an open affair but it is still hard to ignore the talented Danish raider KING LEGEND (8) who despite being drawn wide is plainly in form, and will be barefoot and reined by Matthieu Mottier for his French bow. The complicated but talented LOTUS GRIFF (6) is better-placed behind the car and can win this if Alexandre Abrivard keeps him trotting. Starting just to his inner, LE CASHMAKER (5) should not be condemned for faulting at Cordemais and can be backed with confidence. Reliability may not be his strong suit but LYNYRD SKYNYRD (9) receives a JMB drive this time and should not be far from the action.
SELECTIONS
KING LEGEND (8) – LOTUS GRIFF (6) – LE CASHMAKER (5) – LYNYRD SKYNYRD (9)
C6 – PRIX URANIE – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Gr2 – Harness – EUR € 120,000
MOSTRA DE BANVILLE – Returned to winning ways last week in a 2825m Chartres Class B. Is no slouch when focused and with application can hold her own
MARILOU – Unremarkable 6th of 18 in a 2725m Lisieux Class B a month back and is unlikely to generate much interest
MAYA DU SURF – 2nd of 18 in a 2750m Craon Class B conditioner late last month. Has never disappointed over 2175m here and in present shape is easy to like for a place in the frame
MIRISS DE GUEZ – Eliminated, on return to competition, in a 2825m Chartres Class B last week, and will not be troubling the judge
MIDWAY LADY – 4th of 14 to MAGIC NIGHT (10) in 2700m Gr.1 Criterium des 3 Ans here on 13 September. Boasts a good record over the trip and while unlikely to impose can nevertheless pick up a first-5 cheque
MELBA DU GERS – 10th of 15 to MOSTRA DE BANVILLE (1) in a 2825m Chartres Class B last week. Showed significant ability last winter and, if fully fit, can play a prominent part
MADRID HAUFOR – Reassuring 5th of 14 to MAGIC NIGHT (10) in 2700m Gr.1 Criterium des 3 Ans here on 13 September, however a repeat seems rather unlikely
MY PRINCESS – Complicated sort that failed to confirm late-September victory when eliminated in a 2450m Caen monte Gr.1 a fortnight ago. Ability is not in question and will have a part to play if she keeps trotting
MORALITY – Ran 5th in Prix Annick Dreux before coming honourable 6th of 14 to MAGIC NIGHT (10) in 2700m Gr.1 Criterium des 3 Ans here on 13 September. Seems to be nearing her spring form and should not be written off
MAGIC NIGHT – Won a 2700m Gr.2 her before being disqualified in Gr.1 Criterium des 3 Ans over course and distance on 13 September. Imposed last time under these conditions and can win this if kept out of trouble
MILLE ETOILES – Strangely below-par 9th of 14 in 2700m Gr.1 Criterium des 3 Ans here on 13 September. Is significantly sharper than that, has 2175m form, and will be expected to give MAGIC NIGHT (10) a run for her money
Summary: Disqualified from 2nd place in the Gr.1 Criterium des 3 Ans, MAGIC NIGHT (10) has since been given ample time to freshen back up and Paul Ploquin will be determined to set the record straight. She will still be up against the Bazire pair of MILLE ETOILES (11), who should not be judged for her Criterium blip, and the promising MELBA DU GERS (6) who has 2 races under her belt. MAYA DU SURF (3) has a particular liking for the distance and will be reunited with Anthony Barrier.
SELECTIONS
MAGIC NIGHT (10) – MILLE ETOILES (11) – MELBA DU GERS (6) – MAYA DU SURF (3)
C7 – PRIX VICTOR REGIS – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Gr2 – Harness – EUR € 120,000
MAGICO DE LOU – Takes a notable step up in category after running 4th of 15 in a 2825m Chartres Class B last week and can be confidently ruled out
MISTRAL CASTELLE – Below-par 5th of 8 finishers in a 2700m Graignes Class B 12 days ago. Takes on an exalted bunch here and chances appear slim
MEMPHIS DE BRASSE – Back under harness after dominating the 2450m Gr.1 Saint-Leger des Trotteurs on monte debut 2 weeks ago. Is less performant under harness but still looks capable of picking up a minor place cheque
MONZON NORMAND – Makes first appearance since being eliminated in 2875m Gr.3 Prix de Berlin in early-August. Is no slouch when focused, appreciates 2175m on the main track, and has every chance of picking up some prizemoney
MAGNUM DU CHOQUEL – 3rd of 10 finishers to MACK DE BLARY (8) in 2700m Gr.1 Criterium des 3 Ans here on 13 September. Put in an excellent time that day and while unlikely to get his nose in front, must still be respected
MAT MANATHIS – Produced a good Prix Abel Bassigny performance before finishing 8th of 10 finishers to MACK DE BLARY (8) in 2700m Gr.1 Criterium des 3 Ans here on 13 September. Has had time to recalibrate and can finish close this time
MAITRE JACQUES – Critérium des Jeunes winner that faulted early, and subsequently eliminated, in Criterium des 3 Ans. Has never failed to deliver over 2175m here however and is not about to start now. Chance
MACK DE BLARY – Winner of 2700m Gr.1 Criterium des 3 Ans here on 13 September, at the expense of the classy Magic Night. Is clearly up to the task and is easy to fancy for the double
Summary: After flying up in a valuable sales race, MACK DE BLARY (8) missed out by little in the Criterium des 3 Ans only to pick up the win in the stewards’ room, but is clearly the horse to beat. Already a Gr.1 winner, MAITRE JACQUES (7) lost his action early that day but will have his chances if Alexandre Abrivard keeps him focused. Excellent since the spring, MAT MANATHIS (6) failed to deliver on that occasion but Eric Raffin has stayed faithful and will be determined to put things right. MAGNUM DU CHOQUEL (5) sprang a 159-1 surprise in the Criterium and must be taken more seriously this time around.
SELECTIONS
MACK DE BLARY (8) – MAITRE JACQUES (7) – MAT MANATHIS (6) – MAGNUM DU CHOQUEL (5)
C8 – PRIX LETO – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Mounted – EUR € 41,000
KHEOPS DORE – 3rd of 15, on return to the code, in a 2875m Enghien Class E on 29 September. Is plainly in shape and will be competitive if Benjamin Rochard keeps him focused
KRISTAL DE JANZE – Won 2 of last 3, most recently making short work of a 3000m Nantes Class F on 26 September. Is new to the venue but in current condition could well contest the finish
KAPORAL DU PONT – 5th of 13 in a 2850m harness Class D here late last month. Makes first appearance in the discipline since July 2024, and races shod, but has been entrusted to Eric Raffin and must be considered a player
KOLOSSE RHODES – 6th of 15 behind KHEOPS DORE (1) in a 2875m Enghien Class E on 29 September. Damien Bonne aboard this time but still no more than a minor place chance
KENJI D’AUBERVILLE – Eliminated in last 2, latterly a 2750m Cabourg Class E mid-month, and can be confidently passed over
KRUNCH DE L’ITON – Eliminated in a 2700m harness Class E at La Capelle a month ago. Is not as sharp as he was in the spring and chances appear limited
KOKTAIL DE JANZE – Serious type making first appearance since running 4th of 11 in a 2275m Nantes Class E in early-June. Shoes on for re-entry and is unlikely to be given a hard race
KADOR DELO – 3rd of 7 finishers in a 2750m Cabourg Class E on 15 October. Has been reconfigured for the occasion but presents no Vincennes references and others easier to back
KENTUCKY DANICA – Won 4 of last 5, most recently a 2725m Pornichet Class F with ease on 25 August. Mathieu Mottier back in the irons and will be expecting to continue his productive ways. Claim
KEROS DE BEAULIEU – Imposed in Lyon before running 4th of 15, a place behind KHEOPS DORE (1), in a 2875m Enghien Class E on 29 September. Unlikely to get his nose in front but can still finish in the mix
KOMDAPI DIESCHOOT – Eliminated in a 2700m harness Class E here 2.5 weeks ago. Races barefoot for first time under the saddle and with application can go far
Summary: A wonderful servant that went into his spell on a high note, KENTUCKY DANICA (9) runs over the main track for just the 2nd time but has been reconfigured and can wrap this up he keeps his action together. KRISTAL DE JANZE (2) has being going from strength to strength though and will be no pushover if he takes to the new profile. Nicely-engaged at the limit of earnings, KOMDAPI DIESCHOOT (11) has no monte references but is plainly in form and deserves to take his chances. KHEOPS DORE (1) is never easy to handle but he ran well for Benjamin Rochard last month and must be taken seriously.
SELECTIONS
KENTUCKY DANICA (9) – KRISTAL DE JANZE (2) – KOMDAPI DIESCHOOT (11) – KHEOPS DORE (1)
R3 STRASBOURG [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LA MEINAU – 2800m (a2m) – Class G Amateur Drivers – Harness – EUR € 6,000

JOCKO MESLOIS – In very good shape and was runner-up in a Class G at Le Touquet over 2600m on 21 September. Should be competitive in this line-up
JEROME PICOULERIE – Disqualified last time out at Chalons-En-Champagne on 21 September. Yet to win a race and others are preferred
HONNEUR D’OCQUE – Unreliable but was runner-up in Class G at Amiens over 2400m on 20 September. Can be a threat to these rivals
HAZARD EDEN – Only modest of late and finished 6th in Class G at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 12 October. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
HELENA DU MOUCHEL – Has struggled of late and finished 8th in Class H at Montier-En-Der over 3025m on 31 August. Needs to find a few lengths to win
JIBILIE DU DAMIER – Disqualified last time out at Amiens over 2400m on 20 September. Capable of making the frame if staying in stride
ISOCRATE DU CITRUS – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in Class G at Amiens over 2400m on 20 September. Needs major improvement to win
IRMA BABEL – In good shape and finished 4th in a Class H at Vittel over 2700m on 3 August. Can be competitive in this line-up
HELLO CAUVELLIERE – Disqualified last time out at Carpentras over 2650m on 4 October. Might play a minor role at very best
JACKPOT DE VIETTE – Did not show his best when 7th in Class F at Feurs over 2100m on 15 October. Did win his penultimate start and can bounce back to score
ISCO DE CORDAY – Has some fair form and was not disgraced when 5th in Class E at Le Croise – Laroche over 2825m on 1 October. Can contest the finish
FIER D’ARS – Unreliable but finished 4th at Mons over 2300m on 30 September. More is needed to beat these rivals and others are preferred
Summary: JACKPOT DE VIETTE (10) is best judged on his penultimate start when a good winner. He gets a narrow vote to score. ISCO DE CORDAY (11) has been fair of late and is confirmed in this division, so should be a threat to these rivals. IRMA BABEL (8) has been in good form of late and would not be a surprise winner. JIBILIE DU DAMIER (6) fluffed her lines with a disqualification last time out but can be a lively danger when staying in stride.
SELECTIONS
JACKPOT DE VIETTE (10) – ISCO DE CORDAY (11) – IRMA BABEL (8) – JIBILIE DU DAMIER (6)
C2 – PRIX FLORESTAN – 2800m (a2m) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 19,500
KAUDAN D’HOULBEC – Has really struggled of late and finished 12th in a Class F harness race at Montier-En-Der over 3025m on 31 August. Needs to do a lot more to beat these rivals
KING SIZE RENKA – A winner of his last two starts, the latest at Tongres over 2650m on 4 October. Capable of making the frame
KEEP ON RUNNING – In good form and finished 3rd at Berlin-Karlshorst over 2000m on 11 October. Has more to do beat these rivals
JAILLIR – -Has not shown much so far and was unplaced in a Class H harness race at Les Andelys over 2525m on 30 August. Others are much preferred
KHEOPS DE L’EST – Disappointing last run when 6th in Class G at Nancy over 2600m on 28 September. Capable of better but is trying a mounted race
KISQALI – Victorious in a Class H mounted race at Villedieu-Les-Poeles over 2800 on 28 September. Has major disqualification issues but can follow up
J’ADORE DES FANES – A winner of five races this year, including last time out in a harness race at Mons over 2300m on 14 October. Can be a threat trying a mounted race
KISS ME SYGA – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a Class Fharness race at Arras over 2900m on 5 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
JULIOSCA MANNETOT – Has improved of late and was a winner at Tongeren over 2650m on 14 September. Has a tougher task in this line-up
KISS ME DE CORTEM – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a Class H harness race at Villedieu-Les-Poeles over 2800m on 28 September. Did better earlier this year and has a place chance
JEUDI D’AUBRIERE – Disqualified last time out at Jarnac over 2850m on 12 October. Capable of better and might play a minor role
JULKO D’OCQUE – Very unreliable and finished 8th in a Class F mounted race at Le Croise-Laroche over 2825m on 29 September. Others make more appeal
KOKA DE MALAC – Disqualified at Lyon-Parilly over 2875m on 5 September. A winner of a mounted race before that and could bounce back to score
KILLER DE BEAULIEU – Has struggled of late and finished 9th in a Class B harness race at Rambouillet over 2800m on 5 October. Needs major improvement to win
KAP NORMAND – Did not show his best when 13th in a Class E harness race at Le Croise – Laroche over 2700m on 1 October. Capable of better but others are preferred
Summary: KISQALI (6) is not easy to trust but was a good winner under the saddle at Villedieu-Les-Poêles last time out and could follow up in a very competitive field. KOKA DE MALAC (13) won a mounted race in his penultimate start and should be a real threat to these rivals. J’ADORE DES FANES (7) has won five harness races this year and looks the type who will handle this discipline, so must be respected. KING SIZE RENKA (2) is hat-trick seeking but does tackle stronger opposition this time around.
SELECTIONS
KISQALI (6) – KOKA DE MALAC (13) – J’ADORE DES FANES (7) – KING SIZE RENKA (2)
C3 – PRIX TITAN – 2800m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 19,500
MARKSMAN – Disqualifiedlast time out at Amiens on 6 September. Hard to trust but has won a race and could surprise
MAJIRO KALOUMA – In good form and was runner-up in Class F at Amiens over 2400m on 4 October. Capable of making the frame
MISS EVER – Disqualified last time out in a mounted race at Enghien on 9 October. Did better in harness races and has a place chance
MAM’ZELLEPAZENAISE – Not disgraced when 4th in a Class F at Amiens over 2400m on 4 October. Can be competitive over this track and trip
MIAMI SAUTREUIL – Holding form well and was runner-up in a Class F at Carpentras over 2100m on 4 October. Be right there at the finish
MY VICTORY APPLE – Victorious last time out in a Class F at Laon over 2850m on 28 September. Not easy to trust but could double up
MICKAELLA – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a Class E at Divonne-Les- Bains over 2600m on 19 August. Could earn some money
MOANA DE WALLIS – Unreliable and was runner-up in a Class F at Amiens over 2400m on 20 September. Has a place chance in this line-up
MUST WIN DE REM – A winner of a Class F at Saint-Omer over 2625m on 14 September. Has talent and is capable of folowing up in this line-up
MANGO PAULO – Has struggled of late and finished 8th in a Class E at Vertou over 2650m on 31 August. Capable of better but others are preferred
MAMOUR DU CHENE – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up in Class E at this track over 2200m on 28 August. Should be a threat to these rivals
MORGANE DE HOERDT – Did not show her best when 6th in Class E at Reims over 2550m on 14 September. Had some good form before that and could play a minor role
MURPHY DU PONCELET – Did not show his best when 9th in a Class B at Le Croise- Laroche over 2825m on 1 October. In good form before that and can contest the finish
MADE IN CASTELETS – Has struggled of late and finished 11th in a Class D at Enghien over 2150m on 18 October. Needs major improvement to win
Summary: MUST WIN DE REM (9) has not been reliable but looked good when scoring at Saint-Omer last month. He may well follow up in this line-up, but it is a very open race. MURPHY DU PONCELET (13) is better than what he showed at Le Croisé-Laroche earlier this month and should be a threat. MAMOUR DU CHÊNE (11) is threatening a first win and must be respected for some solid runner-up performances. MIAMI SAUTREUIL (5) is in good shape and another to consider.
SELECTIONS
MUST WIN DE REM (9) – MURPHY DU PONCELET (13) – MAMOUR DU CHENE (11) – MIAMI SAUTREUIL (5)
C4 – PRIX FRANCE 3 ALSACE – 2800m (a2m) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 25,000
JACK FLUSH – Has struggled of late and finished 13th in Class F at Rambouillet over 2800m on 5 October. Capable of better but others are preferred
JUST BE GOOD – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest at Le Touquet on 21 September. Capable of contesting the finish if smart
HALLO DE MANCHE – Disqualified at Agon-Coutainville on 25 August. Has major disqualification issues and is probably best watched for now
INSIDER – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a Class Gharness race at Amiens over 2400m on 4 October. Could do better trying a mounted race
JIZUKE JIEL – Improving and was victorious in a Class G mounted race at Cholet over 2800m on 28 September. Can complete a hat-trick
ISIDORE BONHEUR – Did not show his best when 6th in a Class E mounted race at La Capelle over 2750m on 22 September. In good form before that and can contest the finish
ISOLINA – Unreliable and was runner-up in a Class F mounted race at Graignes over 2700m on 12 October. Can contest the finish
IGANA D’ALB – Disqualified last time out at Rambouillet over 2825m on 5 October. Capable of better and might play a minor role
IDEAL D’ARTONGES – Unreliable and finished 10th in Class D at Enghien over 2875m on 29 September. Battling to find best form and others are preferred
Summary: JIZUKE JIEL (5) is improving and was a good winner of his last two starts. He has every chance of completing the hat-trick. ISOLINA (7) is not easy to trust but has ability and should contest the finish. ISIDORE BONHEUR (6) is better than his last run would suggest and has claims in this line-up. JUST BE GOOD (2) is hard to trust but tends to be competitive when in the right mood and can make the frame.
SELECTIONS
JIZUKE JIEL (5) – ISOLINA (7) – ISIDORE BONHEUR (6) – JUST BE GOOD (2)
C5 – PRIX ALSANETT – 2800m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 17,000
LIESSE DE L’ITON – Showed some improvement when 5th in a Class G at Nancy over 2600m on 28 September. Could be the surprise package of the race
LANDRE DU CHIFFRES – Has improved of late and was a winner at Mons over 2300m on 14 October. Tougher task this time but has a place chance
LYNKO DE REM – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in Class F at Arras over 2900m on 5 October. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
LATITUDE CASTELETS – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest at Divonne-Les- Bains on 22 August. Probably best watched for now
LAROSA – Did not show her best when 7th in Class F at Laon over 2850m on 28 September. Capable of better but has yet to win a race. Can make the frame
LOLITA CLUB – Unreliable but finished 3rd in Class F at Compiegne over 2800m on 7 September. Capable of winning a race of this nature
LABUAN BAJO – Unreliable and finished 7th in a Class F at Reims over 2550m on 11 October. Might play a minor role at very best
LIBERTA BEJI – In good shape and finished inished 3rd in Class F at Rambouillet over 2000m on 21 September. Has claims in this line-up
LOLITA DE LANDEMER – Showed some improvement when 4th in a Class F at Reims over 2550m on 11 October. Can contest the finish
LORIQUET – Only modest of late and finished 5th in Class F at Graignes over 2700m on 18 October. Might play a minor role
LOOK DAIRPET – Has only been modest of lare and finished 6th in Class E at Laon over 2650m on 13 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
LUNE DE MEMARTIN – Only modest of late and finished 6th at Wolvega over 2100m on 11 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
LITTLE MAN – Disqualified last time out at Laon over 2650m on 19 October. Has ability and can bounce back to score if staying on stride
Summary: An interesting race, and LITTLE MAN (13) gets the vote to score. He fluffed his lines with a disqualification last time out, but he does have talent and can bounce back if smart. LIBERTA BEJI (8) is a lively danger and is in good form. LOLITA CLUB (6) is not reliable but is not out of it either and must be respected for a good recent performance. LAROSA (5) has yet to win a race but is clearly better than her last run would suggest and can contest the finish.
SELECTIONS
LITTLE MAN (13) – LIBERTA BEJI (8) – LOLITA CLUB (6) – LAROSA (5)
C6 – PRIX DE GROSBOIS – 2800m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 22,000
KRAC D’OCQUE – Has struggled of late and finished 9th in Class G at Nancy over 2600m on 28 September. Needs to do more to win this race
KAKI DE VAL – Did not show his best when 6th in a Class F at Chalons-En-Champagne over 2600m on 21 September. Capable of better and has a place chance
KRISTAL DES MOYEUX – Needed the last run when 9th in Class F at Saint-Omer over 3175m on 12 October. Capable of better but others are preferred
KROKEUSE – Battling to find best form and was unplaced in Class F at Evreux over 2750m on 28 September. Others make more appeal
KITA MESLOISE – Unreliable and finished 5th in a claimer at Vincennes over 2850m on 14 October. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
KALOU D’IROISE – Disqualified last time out at Evreux over 2750m on 28 September. Very hard to trust but can surprise when smart
KYROC D’ERPION – Finished 9th in a Class E at La Capelle over 2700m on 22 September. Capable of better but others are preferred
KASIMODO DREAM – Needed the last run when 6th in Class E at Challans over 900m on 12 October. Capable of better and has a place chance
KAPITEN DU MELEUC – Disqualified at Enghien over 2875m on 6 October. Not easy to trust but can contest the finish when staying in stride
KUZCO – Has won three times this year, the latest in Class E at La Capelle over 2700m on 22 September. Can win again
KABOTIN CHENEVIERE – Has only been modest of late and finished 9th in a Class D at Enghien over 2875m on 6 October. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
KARAMBA KARACHO – Disappointing last run when unplaced in a Class D at Enghien over 2875m on 6 October. In good form before that and can be competitive in this line-up
KAISER DE MORTREE – Unreliable and was unplaced in Class D at Feurs over 2850m on 15 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
KLASSIKA DIDALO – In good shape and finished 3rd in Class D at Angers over 3125m on 1 October. Has winning claims in this line-up
Summary: A very open-looking race. KLASSIKA DIDALO (14) has been in good form of late and could strike again. KUZCO (10) knows how to win and has done just that a couple of times this year, so should be a threat to these rivals. KAPITEN DU MELEUC (9) has disqualification issues but is also capable of getting into the mix. KARAMBA KARACHO (12) was in good shape before a disappointing last run and is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
KLASSIKA DIDALO (14) – KUZCO (10) – KAPITEN DU MELEUC (9) – KARAMBA KARACHO (12)
C7 – PRIX DE VITTEL – 2800m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 19,500
JOLIE AGATHA – Has struggled of late and was 9th in class H at Bohoerel-les-Rouen over 2500m on 19 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
JOYAU DE MASSARA – Has some fair form and finished 4th in class F at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 20 September. Could play a minor role
JIVAGO DU VIVIER – Ultra-consistent and was runner-up in class F at Montier-en-Der over 3025m on 31 August. Can be competitive yet again
JERIDAN – Disqualified in class F at Bollene over 2825m on 12 October. Has major disqualification issues and is best watched for now
JAIS BLACK – Has struggled of late and was 8th in a claimer at Lisieux over 2750m on 5 October. On a long losing streak and needs to do better
JOYAU D’INFREVILLE – Showed some improvement when 6th in class F at Bohoerel-les-Rouen over 2500m on 19 October. Needs to do more to win this race
JOKAI DES ROIS – Disqualified in class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 31 March. Has room to improve but could need this run returning from a break
JACKPOT DES THUYAS – Unreliable and was 5th in class F at Bohoerel-les-Rouen over 2500m on 19 October. Needs to do better against these rivals
JUNIOUS HEOT – Unreliable and finished unplaced in Class F at Les Andelys over 2525m on 14 September. Won a good race before that and is not out of it
JOAL FIX – Unreliable but was 3rd in class F at Rambouillet over 2800m on 5 October. Has shown improvement but others make more appeal
JIOTTO – In very good form and finished third in class H at Jarnac over 2450m on 12 October. Can be right there at the finish once again
JARODE PAULOIS – Unreliable and finished 7th in class F at Saint-Omer over 3175m on 12 October. Victorious in September and is capable of making the frame
JOUR DES RACQUES – Unreliable and finished 8th in class F at La Capelle over 2100m on 3 September. Could pop up in a place
JUNO DAY – Has struggled of late and finished 12th in class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 29 September. Capable of a surprise on best form
JESSY D’ARCY – In good form and was runner up in class C at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 19 October. Can go one better
JAYZI DU BOURG – Has struggled of late and was 11th in Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 29 September. Needs to do more to win this race
Summary: JESSY D’ARCY (15) has yet to win a race but has been in very good form this year and can go one better this time with luck in running. JIOTTO (11) is very consistent and threatening another win, so should be involved in the finish. JUNIOUS HEOT (9) has won a couple of good races of late and is quite capable of winning again. JIVAGO DU VIVIER (3) is ultra-consistent and would certainly not be a surprise winner.
SELECTIONS
JESSY D’ARCY (15) – JIOTTO (11) – JUNIOUS HEOT (9) – JIVAGO DU VIVIER (3)
C8 – PRIX JAMIN – 2800m (a2m) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 32,000
IN YOU – Unreliable and was 4th in class D at Caen over 2450m on 11 October. Quite capable of getting into the mix of things again
HORUS DES DUNES – Did not show his best when 6th in class F Arras over 2900m on 5 October. Victorious back in August and is not out of it
GHOST DE BEAULIEU – Did not show his best when 8th in class E at Amiens over 2900m on 4 October. Capable of better but others are preferred
GOELAND GEMA – Disqualified in class F Carpentras over 2650m on 4 October. Battling to find best form and others are preferred
INEDIT DU PAVILLON – Only modest of late and finished 6th in class E at Enghien over 2150m on 27 September. Capable of better and is not out of it
GALION DES THIRONS – Unreliable but was 3rd in class D at Toulouse over 2950m on 19 September. Has a place chance in this line-up
FILOU SMILING – Only modest of late and finished 6th in class C at Vincennes over 2850m on 10 October. Might play a minor role
FAVICI PASMARICK – Not disgraced when 5th in class C at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 1 October. Should be competitive in this line-up
HORS BORD – In good form and was runner up in class C at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 1 October. Can take out this lucky last race
HIWI ROCQ – In good shape and finished 4th in class B at Caen over 2200m on 19 October. Can get involved with the finish this longer distance
Summary: HORS BORD (9) has been very consistent of late and that can be rewarded with a winning turn in a race of this nature. HIWI ROCQ (10) is in good shape and should do even better this time around. FAVICI PASMARICK (8) has held his form very well of late and will not go down easily. IN YOU (1) has won a couple of times this year and is one of several who should be competitive in this line-up.
SELECTIONS
HORS BORD (9) – HIWI ROCQ (10) – FAVICI PASMARICK (8) – IN YOU (1)
R4 CLAIREFONTAINE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX LA GRANDE RECRE DE TOUQUES (PRIX DES BALSAMINES) – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 3 Claiming – Flat – EUR € 18,200

ROMANELLO – Good win over 1600m in a Class 4 handicap at Nantes on October 15th, and consistent form before that with three other wins this year. Player
ROUGEGARDE – He has won two of his last three runs, the latest win was over 1700m at La- Roche-Posay on September 14th in a Class 4 race. Can play a leading role
YOOX – Several unplaced efforts of late, well beaten over 2800m in a Class 3 handicap on September 16th at Compiegne. Former winner of a Class 2 race and Listed placed. Out of form and needs to get back on track
CHIRIMIRI – He has not been placed this year. 5th two runs back over 1400m in a Class 3 claimer at Compiegne on September 16th is the best of recent efforts. Each way possibilities
DOM BERTRAND – Unplaced last time, 2nd previously over 1600m at La Teste on September 6th in a Class 3 handicap. One to pay attention to
WHILAND – Two unplaced runs since a win in June 2024 over 1400m in a handicap at Compiegne. Not seen since September 2024 and is best watched
MARLOWE – Three solid efforts of late, a win on the latter at this track over 1600m in a Class 4 race on October 21st. Hard to ignore at this racecourse
BOMARO – Three unplaced efforts of late, the most recent over 1600m in a Class 3 claimer at Chantilly on October 2nd. Unlikely to threaten
LA PELEMOISE – Two unplaced runs since a 3rd over 1600m at Angers on September 22nd in a Class 4 race. Opposable
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DANELO – Ran well to be 3rd over 150m in a conditions race at Honzrath (DEU) on October 2nd. Useful in his younger days, and was a Listed winner in Germany in 2024. Enters calculations
ROSE ACADEMY – Recent 4th over 1400m in a Class 3 race at Nancy on October 12th. Capable of making the top three with improvement
Summary: ROMANELLO (1) looks the one to beat after a solid win at Nantes nine days ago in a Class 4 handicap. He may have the edge over DOM BERTRAND (5), who ran a credible second in a Class 3 at La Teste in early September. ROUGEGARDE (2) is in strong form, with two wins from his last three starts, the most recent at La- Roche-Posay in September. MARLOWE (7) comes into this off a recent win at this track just three days ago and can’t be overlooked.
SELECTIONS
ROMANELLO (1) – DOM BERTRAND (5) – ROUGEGARDE (2) – MARLOWE (7)
C2 – PRIX CLOTURE DU MEETING CLAIREFONTAINE EST MAGIQUE(PX CHARLIE ELLIOTT) – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 16,500
DOURIANN – Four good efforts of late, 3rd on the most recent over 1800m in a Class 3 race at Le Croise-Laroche on October 6th. Player
LORIA – Four unplaced runs since a win over 1400m at Compiegne on April 25th in a conditions race. Others seem in better form
ZELMAN – 5th on the most recent start over 1800m at Le Croise-Laroche on October 6th in a Class 3 race. Class 2 handicap winner in February at Deauville (PSF). Leading player
GALORD – Three unplaced runs of late, well beaten at Chantilly over 1800m in a Class 1 handicap on June 15th. Back from a break and capable of being involved
AMEDRAS – Several unplaced runs of late, well behind in a Class 1 handicap at Parislongchamp on October 5th last time out. Capable on his day, but he has to bounce back to form
WHAT DO YOU SAY – Out of form of late, 9th on the latest start over 1800m at Le Croise-Laroche on October 6th in a Class 4 handicap. Look elsewhere
ESTELLA MOBRAY – Credible 4th at Saint-Brieuc on October 5th over 1700m in a Class 4 race last time out. Might find a few of these too smart
MINE DE RIEN – Three unplaced runs since a win on debut over 2900m at Molieres on July 27th in a Class 4 race. Unlikely to feature
Summary: ZELMAN (3) looks like the safest option. He is a former Class 2 handicap winner in February and ran a credible race when fifth over 1800m earlier this month at Le Croise-Laroche in a Class 3 race. DOURIANN (1) looks like the main danger. He has shaped well in the last four starts and can not be discounted. GALORD (4) is also capable of having a say in proceedings back from a layoff. AMEDRAS (5) looks best of the remainder.
SELECTIONS
ZELMAN (3) – DOURIANN (1) – GALORD (4) – AMEDRAS (5)
C3 – PRIX DE LA FETE DE LA CITROUILLE (PRIX DU LIEU GODEFROY) – 2200m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,300
CHARLES LEGEND – Two unplaced runs since a 3rd at Deauville on August 30th in a Class 3 handicap. Capable of being on the premises
YSOIE – Four unplaced runs since a 3rd over 2100m at Argentan on June 4th in a Class 4 handicap. Look for an alternative
JARDIN BLEU – 6th on his last run, a win previously over 2900m at Cavaillon on September 6th in a Class 4 race. Others rate higher
SUMMER FLIRT – Placed on five of her last six runs, 4th on the latter over 2000m in a Class 3 handicap at Saint-Cloud on October 16th. Can get off the mark
NEW TOWN – Two unplaced runs since a 4th at Le Lion D’Angers on August 14th in a Class 4 handicap. Enters calculations
COLE CHOP – Four unplaced runs of late, below par effort over 2200m at Lyon Parilly on October 7th last time out. He needs to be more reliable
PARK OF DIAMOND – Pleasing second at Lyon Parilly on October 7th in a Class 4 handicap when last seen over 2200m. Capable of making an impact
KALEOBAYANE – Two 4th placed runs of late, the latter over 2200m at Lyon Parilly on October 7th in a Class 4 handicap. In the mix
PUERTA DEL SOL – Three unplaced runs of late, 10th at Saint-Cloud on her latest start on October 16th in a Class 3 handicap. She makes limited appeal
ENORA SENORA – 6th last time, 3rd previously over 1900m on September 11th in a Class 3 handicap at Parislongchamp. Player
LHASA – Credible run to be 2nd over 2100m at Argentan on October 8th in a Class 4 handicap. One to look at each way
RIVER DAVEN – 5th on her last run over 2100m at Argentan on October 8th in a Class 4 handicap. Unlikely to trouble some of these
BOKRA FIL MISHMISH – Credible 4th on her last run over 2000m at Auch on October 5th in a Class 4 race. She looks safely held
LA CRACK PRECIEUSE – 5th on her last two runs, the latter over 2200m at Amiens on September 28th in a conditions race. Little to be enthusiastic about
CARIBBEAN PEARL – Out of form with numerous unplaced runs, the latter over 2900m at Argentan on October 8th. Hard to be enthusiastic about
SLON HE – He has shown very little form this year, well beaten in a Class 4 claimer at Le Croise-Laroche on his last start on October 6th. One to avoid
Summary: SUMMER FLIRT (4) has been running well with five placed efforts from her last six starts. She deserves to get off the mark under Cristian Demuro. PARK OF DIAMOND (7) knows how to win and is looking for his eighth success. He was a pleasing second at Lyon Parilly on October 7th in a Class 4 handicap when last seen. ENORA SENORA (10) ran a credible race at Parislongchamp when third two runs back in early September and can be involved. KALEOBAYANE (8) heads the rest.
SELECTIONS
SUMMER FLIRT (4) – PARK OF DIAMOND (7) – ENORA SENORA (10) – KALEOBAYANE (8)
C4 – PRIX CIRCUIT DE CAEN (PRIX DE LA CROIX FERRET) – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 16,500
GOT HAWK – Unplaced last time, 3rd previously over 3000m at Le Lion D’Angers on September 20th in a conditions race. Others rate higher
LITTLE HEART – Out of form with numerous unplaced runs, well beaten at Argentan on October 8th in a Class 4 handicap. Avoidable
BRIVIDO MOON – Several unplaced runs, the latter over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on October 9th in a handicap. Looks to be out of his depth
FAN DE CHOP – Two unplaced efforts so far, the most recent over 2000m at Compiegne on September 16th in a maiden. Look elsewhere
LOOK OF CECCA – Unplaced last time, 4th twice before that, the latter over 2500m at Saint-Malo on August 29th in a maiden race. He looks unlikely to be a threat
BRILLADOR – Credible 2nd on debut at Angers on September 22nd over 2100m in a maiden race. He will make progress from that and should not be ignored
BRASILIA – Three unplaced runs since a 3rd over 2300m at Angers on April 26th in a maiden race. Difficult to know what distance she likes
BAYTIKA – Fair debut to be 5th at Saint-Cloud on March 20th in a conditions race. She should be fit to go after an absence and is open to improvement
QUEEN D’AUNOU – Placed on both starts, 3rd on the latter over 3000m at Craon on September 29th in a Class 3 race. Among the leading each way options
HIGHARA – Placed on her last four runs, 2nd on the latter over 3000m at Saint-Cloud on July 9th in a maiden race. Key chance
FORNALI – Ran well to be 3rd last time out at this track over 2400m in a maiden race on August 8th. Ought to be thereabouts
MORANCIA – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 2100m on the PSF on February 20th in a maiden race. Hard to recommend
MOUSSE – 5th on her last run over 2200m in a conditions race on October 12th at Haras Du Pin. Seems to be of limited ability
REMOONDER – Four tame efforts so far, beaten a long way over 2900m at Argentan on October 8th in a conditions race over 2900m last time. Opposable
QUE BELLA – 6th last time, 2nd previously over 2200m in a conditions race on August 9th at Munich-Riem (DEU). Capable of being involved
LADY ACHILLIA – Placed on the last two runs, 4th on the latter over 2400m at Le Lion D’Angers on September 20th in a maiden race. Each way angle
JERUSALEMA – Two unplaced runs over hurdles of late, the latest over 3400m at Dieppe on June 19th. Does not appeal now on the flat
Summary: HIGHARA (10) looks the one to beat in this open maiden, having placed on her last four starts and appearing overdue for a win. BAYTIKA (8) ran well on debut at Saint-Cloud in March and, despite the layoff, is expected to be ready to challenge. BRILLADOR (6) showed promise when second at Angers in September and is open to further improvement. FORNALI (11) ran a solid third here in August and is the next best.
SELECTIONS
HIGHARA (10) – BAYTIKA (8) – BRILLADOR (6) – FORNALI (11)
C5 – PRIX HIPPOWEEN (PRIX DE LA BRECHE AU DIABLE) – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 18,200
PONY BOY – Two unplaced runs since a 2nd at Saint-Cloud over 1600m in a handicap on September 12th. Ought to be thereabouts
LAFORMUL SANSOUCI – Two unplaced efforts since a 2nd over 1700m at Divonne on August 31st in a claiming race. Others preferred
KATANA DES ROCS – Several unplaced runs, 6th at Saint-Cloud on September 12th in a handicap on the last run. Hard to fancy
SYBARIS JEWEL – Three good efforts of late, 3rd on the latter over 1400m in a claimer at Niort on October 12th. Looks ready to get off the mark
ARYVESAN – Three unplaced runs since a win over 1700m at Castera-Verduza on July 13th in a Class 3 race. Has work to do
PREA GIANCA – Ran well to be 2nd over 1100m at Le Croise-Laroche in a conditions race on October 6th. Hard to overlook and should like this distance
JOUKOVKA – 6th on the last start over 1800m in a claimer at Le Croise-Laroche on October 6th in a claiming event. Capable of being competitive
CAP HORN – Four unplaced runs of late, the latter over 1400m at Niort on October 12th in a claimer. Can be opposed
PIECE MAITRESSE – Two unplaced runs since a 4th over 1800m in a claimer at Morlaix on September 28th. One to look at each way
ORLOVKA – Fair 3rd two runs back over 1550m at Strasbourg on October 5th in a conditions race. Place contender
TIME TO GALI – Out of form with four unplaced runs of late, 10th at Chantilly on October 14th over 1800m in a handicap last time. Pass over
CIACCINO – Out of form with several unplaced runs, 8th at Fontainebleau on October 17th in a handicap last time. Opposable
MISTER BRYAN – Has several unplaced runs of late, well beaten over 1800m in a handicap at Chantilly on October 14th. Looks of limited talent
Summary: SYBARIS JEWEL (4) has been performing well with four placed runs from her last five runs. Her latest run, when third at Niort, was in a claimer, and she can take advantage of her reasonable handicap rating and get a deserved success. PREA GIANCA (6) could be the main threat to the selection after a pleasing second at Le Croise-Laroche on October 6th over 1100m. PONY BOY (1) has recent form over this distance and can have a say. PIECE MAITRESSE (9) is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
SYBARIS JEWEL (4) – PREA GIANCA (6) – PONY BOY (1) – PIECE MAITRESSE (9)
C6 – PRIX CAP ORNE (PRIX DE LA MARE A TOUQUES) – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,200
RUE DE L’ODEON – Ran a nice 2nd over 1800m at Le Croise-Laroche on October 6th in a claimer last time out. Barzalona booked to ride, and she enters calculations
PUNICA – 7th on the last run over 1800m in a Class 3 race at Compiegne on September 16th. Handicap debut, and she has work to do
MANNEVILLE – Five good performances of late, 2nd on the latter over 1600m in a handicap at Chantilly on September 30th. Key player
AURORA BOREALIS – Placed 4th over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in a handicap on his last run on September 12th. Capable of making his presence felt
PERGOLOR – Four unplaced runs since a win over this track over 1400m on July 2nd in a handicap. He needs to get back on track
VIOLIN – Credible run to be 3rd over 1600m at Compiegne on September 24th in a maiden race last time out. One to keep onside
GOLDEN MAJESTY – 4th two runs back over 1800m in a handicap at Compiegne on June 16th in a handicap. Poor run on July 2nd. Not sure what is to be expected, and is hard to fancy
MODERN SPIRIT – Ran well to be 5th at Niort over 2250m in a conditions race on October 12th on his last start. Among the leading each way options
POKROV – Two unplaced runs of late, one over hurdles and the latter over 1800m at Chantilly on the flat in a handicap on October 14th. Look elsewhere
HALL OF FAME – Four unplaced runs since a 3rd over 1100m at Le Croise-Laroche on May 18th in a maiden race. Little to recommend
CLEOPATRE – Four unplaced runs, the most recent over 2000m in a handicap at Saint-Cloud on October 9th. Looks vulnerable
PURBRIGHT DRALLIV – Unplaced last time, 3rd previously over 1650m at Amiens on September 28th in a handicap. Hard to rule out
LISIPPO – Five unplaced runs, 8th on the latter over 1800m in a handicap at Chantilly. Little to be enthusiastic about
Summary: MANNEVILLE (3) brings strong credentials into this competitive handicap after a recent second at Chantilly at the end of September and looks the most likely winner. PURBRIGHT DRALLIV (12) may pose the biggest threat, having finished a solid third at Amiens two starts ago. AURORA BOREALIS (4) ran well for fourth at Saint-Cloud last time and remains a contender, while RUE DE L’ODEON (1) is also worth a look despite carrying top weight.
SELECTIONS
MANNEVILLE (3) – PURBRIGHT DRALLIV (12) – AURORA BOREALIS (4) – RUE DE L’ODEON (1)
C7 – PX CONCOURS DE SCULPTURE DE CITROUILLES(PX DES CYCLAMENS-HAND. CHALL.) – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 4 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,300
PISORNO – Unplaced last time in late September over 1600m, he won previously over the same trip at Lyon Parilly on September 9th. Ought to be in the shake-up
BLUE DREAM – 5th last time, a win previously over 1100m in a Class 3 handicap at Chantilly on October 2nd. Hard to dismiss
ALBERI – Credible 3rd last time out at Les Sables behind SLEIPNIR NORMANDY (5) on October 11th. He has a couple of lengths to find, but can have a say
DRACO – 5th on the most recent start over 1400m at Compiegne in a Class 3 handicap on October 10th. One to look at each way
SLEIPNIR NORMANDY – Solid form of late with four placed efforts, the latter when winning at Le Sables over 1200m in a Class 4 race on October 11th. Consistent performer
PROLETARIAT – Two unplaced efforts since a 4th at this track on August 8th over 1600m in a Class 4 handicap. Consider
KHAN – Several unplaced runs of late, the latter when 8th over 1200m at Chantilly on October 14th in a Class 3 handicap. Unlikely to be a threat
LES TROIS VALLEES – Three unplaced efforts of late, the latter over 1200m at Chantilly on October 14th in a Class 3 handicap. Best avoided
DZARINA – Four unplaced runs this year, the most recent over 1600m at Compiegne on September 24th in a Class 3 handicap. Look elsewhere
PENRHEAD – Three tame efforts since a win over 1600m in a Class 4 race at Pompadour on July 26th. Capable of making the frame at attractive odds
MAKENO – Four unplaced runs since a 3rd in a Class 4 claimer in February, 7th on the latest start over 2150m in a Class 4 race on June 9th at Wissembourg. Opposable
WEEKEND WARRIOR – Unplaced last time, 4th previously over 1600m at Chantilly on September 30th in a Class 4 handicap. Has work to do
REDRUNNER – Recent success over 1400m at Compiegne in a Class 4 handicap on October 10th. One to pay attention to
RUE MIA – Several unplaced runs, well beaten over 1400m at Compiegne on October 10th in a Class 3 handicap last time out. Can be avoided
BAWE ISLAND – Ran well to be 2nd over 1400m at Compiegne on October 10th in a Class 4 handicap and a winner at Le Mans in September over 1400m. Capable of being involved
EL PROFESSOR CHOP – Shaped better to be 3rd over 1400m at Compiegne in a Class 4 handicap on October 10th. Not the most reliable and others make more appeal
Summary: SLEIPNIR NORMANDY (5) has been in consistent form recently, with three placed runs before getting off the mark at Les Sables over 1200m 13 days ago in a Class 4 race. He is given the nod ahead of BLUE DREAM (2), who won two runs back at Chantilly on October 2nd over 1100m in a Class 3 handicap on turf. BLUE DREAM (2) acts on all kinds of surfaces and is versatile trip-wise. He looks like a sensible option each way. DRACO (4) is also worth considering.
SELECTIONS
SLEIPNIR NORMANDY (5) – BLUE DREAM (2) – PISORNO (1) – DRACO (4)
C8 – PRIX LOISIRS NORMANDIE (PRIX DU CHEMIN DU DROUET) – 2200m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
CHUBASCO – Recent success over 2100m at Argentan on October 8th in a Class 4 handicap by 5L. Capable of following up
FELIX FELICIS – Five unplaced runs of late, well held over 2100m at Argentan on October 8th in a Class 4 handicap. Makes limited appeal
PRINCESS KARA – Three unplaced runs of late, 8th on the latter over 2400m in a Class 3 handicap on September 19th at Saint-Cloud. Look elsewhere
REACHING THE MOON – Ran well to be 2nd over 2200m at Amiens on September 28th in a Class 4 handicap. Ought to be in the shake-up
WINGS OF FIRE – Two unplaced efforts since a 2nd over 2400m at Vichy on August 13th in a Class 4 handicap. In the mix
HAMILTON DESJY – Two good runs of late, a win at Angers on September 11th over 3150m in a Class 4 handicap on his penultimate start. Sets the standard
MALYA – Two unplaced efforts of late, 2nd previously over 2400m in a Class 4 handicap at Lyon Parilly on September 3rd. Unlikely to trouble a few of these
CANNELLO – Placed 2nd on his last two runs, the latter over 2100m at Argentan on October 8th in a Class 4 handicap. One to pay attention to
COGNAC – Ran well to be 4th at Saint-Cloud on October 16th in a Class 3 handicap. Cristian Demuro has been booked to ride, and he warrants respect
GOOD QUESTION – Recent 3rd at Lyon Parilly over 2200m on October 7th in a Class 4 handicap. Has to show a lot more to trouble the judge
BUSINESS PLAN – Three unplaced runs of late, the most recent over 2600m in a Class 4 race at Marseille Borelly on September 27th. Others more likely
KARMINA BELLA – 4th on the last run over 2000m at Strasbourg on October 5th in a Class 4 handicap. She needs to be more reliable
MEARAS STYLE – Ran well to win over 2250m in a Class 4 race at Niort on October 12th. This is a much stiffer challenge
MR GOODNIGHT – Four unplaced runs of late, 8th on the latter over 1600m at Nantes on October 15th in a Class 4 handicap. Avoidable
VIANETA – Credible 2nd over 2100m at Argentan on October 8th in a Class 4 handicap. Capable of making the top four
LIBERTE CHERIE –
Summary: HAMILTON DESJY (6) gets the tentative nod in a wide-open handicap. He won at Angers in early September and followed up with a solid third at Saint-Cloud last month. CANNELLO (8) has been knocking on the door with two recent runner-up efforts and rates the main danger. CHUBASCO (1) carries top weight but holds each-way claims, while COGNAC (9) is also of interest with Cristian Demuro booked to ride.
SELECTIONS
HAMILTON DESJY (6) – CANNELLO (8) – CHUBASCO (1) – COGNAC (9)
C9 – PRIX DEAUVILLE AVENTURE (PRIX DU LIEU BILL) – 2200m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 30,700
MON RICIN – Two wins of late, the latter over 2500m at Parislongchamp on October 4th. He is in a rich vein of form and looks like he will be hard to beat
BAD BOY – Unplaced last time, a win previously over 2400m in a Class 2 handicap at Parislongchamp on August 31st. Among the leading contenders
DRUMARD – Solid effort to be 3rd over 2200m at Parislongchamp on September 14th in a Class 3 handicap. One to pay close attention to
CENTRICAL – 6th on the last run over 2400m in a Class 3 handicap at Salon Provence on September 30th. Looking for win number 10, and this might be beyond him
DEEP SEA – 6th on her latest start over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on October 16th in a Class 3 claimer. Not the most reliable
ALATHEA – Ran well to be 2nd over 2300m at Angers on September 22nd in a Class 3 handicap. One to consider each way
ZILRAK – Two 5th placed runs of late, the latter over 2200m at Parislongchamp on September 14th in a Class 3 handicap. Capable of making an impact
LE SAGE – Placed 2nd on his last two runs, the most recent over 2150m in a Class 4 race at Landivisiau on September 21st. Opposable
CANATIYANN – Three unplaced runs since a win over 2200m at Dieppe on June 14th in a conditions race. Place contender
SWIFT FLIGHT – 8th on the last run over 2000m in a Class 1 handicap at Parislongchamp on October 5th. This is a drop-down in class, and he can be involved at the business end
BENIMARU – Out of form with three unplaced efforts of late, the latter over 1950m at Le Mans on October 6th in a Class 3 handicap. Pass over
SIM CARD – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on September 2nd in a class 3 claimer. Hard to fancy
SHIRBAWI – Unplaced last time, a win previously over 2300m at Redon in a Class 4 race on August 15th. This requires a good deal more to score
FOLLOW YOU – Two unplaced runs since a 4th over 2000m at Vichy on September 23rd in a Class 3 race. Makes limited appeal
ATHINEOS – Unplaced last time, 3rd previously over 2800m at Compiegne on September 16th in a Class 3 handicap. Others seem better equipped
MAIZIERES – 5th on her last run over 2400m at Saint-Cloud on September 26th in a Class 3 handicap. Ought to be thereabouts
Summary: MON RICIN (1) has been in top form with two wins recently. He scored over 2500m at Parislongchamp earlier this month, and the slight drop in distance should not be a concern. He can get the hat-trick of wins. DRUMARD (3) will be no pushover and was not beaten far when third at Parislongchamp in a Class 3 handicap in mid-September. BAD BOY (2) could be an option for the each-way players to look at. ZILRAK (7) makes up the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
MON RICIN (1) – DRUMARD (3) – BAD BOY (2) – ZILRAK (7)
C10 – PRIX CABOURG JET (PRIX DU LIEU GAMARD) – 2200m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,100
RIDWAAN – Nice effort to be 2nd over 2100m at Marseille Borely on October 13th in a Class 3 handicap last time out. Capable of being competitive
EASTERN STAR – Ran on well to win over 2800m at Saint-Cloud on October 3rd in a Class 3 handicap. Hard to rule out of the top three
LIKING – Fair run to be 3rd over 2000m in a Class 4 handicap at Strasbourg on October 6th when last seen. Ought to be in the shake-up
READY KING – Credible effort to be 2nd over 2100m in a Class 4 handicap at Argentan on October 8th. One to pay attention to
LUCY GALESTE – 5th last time out, 2nd previously over 2000m at Deauville on August 19th in a Class 3 handicap. Among the leading each way players
LOFSONGUR ISLANDE – Two unplaced runs since a win over 2600m at Josselin in a Class 4 race on August 10th. Likely to find a few too smart
ODIN NORMANDY – 5th last time out over 2100m in a Class 4 handicap at Argentan on October 8th. Capable of making the top four
KARIOITAHI – Several unplaced efforts of late, well beaten at Chantilly in a Class 3 handicap on October 11th over 1900m. Hard to recommend
TENNESSEE JOHN – Two tame efforts this year, the most recent over 1800m in a Class 4 handicap at Le Croise-Laroche on October 6th. Faces a stiff task
STORMY NIGHT – Out of form with several unplaced efforts, 11th at Saint-Cloud in a Class 4 race on September 2nd. One to steer clear of
KAHOUNA – Four unplaced runs since a win over 1950m at Chateaubriant on July 10th in a Class 4 event. Unreliable, and best to look elsewhere
WHAT A FAIR FOOT – Won on her last start over 2400m in a Class 4 race on September 20th at Le Lion D’Angers. Capable performer who can have a say
AL SKA – 6th on her latest start over 2400m in a Class 3 handicap at Saint-Cloud on October 9th. Look for an alternative
LILI FOR MOMS – Three unplaced efforts of late, the latter over 2100m at Argentan on October 8th in a Class 4 handicap. Unlikely to feature
DRIP – Seems to be regressing with several unplaced runs, below par over 2100m at Argentan in a Class 4 handicap on October 8th last time out. Avoidable
LA DOLOISE – Four placed runs of late, the latter over 1900m at Chantilly on September 25th in a Class 3 handicap. One to consider
Summary: RIDWAAN (1) was a decent second at Marseille Borely in a Class 3 handicap 11 days ago and can score despite having to concede weight all around. His chief threat could be WHAT A FAIR FOOT (12), who scored on the most recent of her runs at Le Lion D’angers in a Class 4 event. LIKING (3) looks like a decent option each way after a credible third at Strasbourg earlier this month. EASTERN STAR (2) is also worth a mention.
SELECTIONS
RIDWAAN (1) – WHAT A FAIR FOOT (12) – LIKING (3) – EASTERN STAR (2)
R5 LYON LA SOIE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE SAINT RAMBERT-L’ILE-BARBE – 2150m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400

STEELHAMMER – Ran 9th in a Handicap over 2000m at Strasbourg on 14 September. Needs to do more but could place
RIO GRANDE – Finished 5th in a conditions race over2400m at this course on 3 October. Ran on well and could be a factor in the outcome
SIR WALTER – Ended up in 13th place in a Handicap over 1800m at this course on 3 October. Could do well if he handles the extra 350m
JAGDA – 5yo mare who ran 12th in a Handicap over 1800m at this course on 3 October. Racing off her lowest rating and is capable of a surprise
NIKITA DU MAZET – Could only finish 9th in a Handicap over 2400m at Toulouse on 1 October. A repeat of his penultimate start could help his cause
BEST SHALAA – Decent filly who ran 7th in a Conditions race over 2000m at Marseille Vivaux on 8 October. Has run well at this course previously so must be a contender.
EXHIT – Useful gelding who won a Conditions race over 2400m at this track on 3 October. Was a comfortable winner and will be highly competitive back in a Handicap
VALLANDO – Improving 3yo gelding who ran 2nd in a Handicap over 2000m at Strasbourg on 5 October. He has been putting in a string of good performances and a win will not be far away
GREEN CURRY – Finished 8th in a Handicap over 1900m at Chantilly on 11 October. He appears to prefer racing on the sand
SKADOOSH – Ran 7th in a Handicap over 2400m at this track on 3 October. Looks held by others on that last run
BREMONTIER – Finished 4th in a Handicap over 1900m at Chantilly on 11 October. He shows a level of consistency both on turf and sand and is proven at this level
CAPABLE – Last time out she finished 11th in a Conditions race over 2400m at this track on 3 October. Will be hard pressed to perform based on that run
Summary: EXHIT (7) demonstrated of what he is capable with a solid victory in a stronger field last time and could have the edge back in a Handicap. BEST SHALAA (6) finished in third place the last time she ran at this course and should have a say in the finish. VALLANDO (8) looks to have still more to offer and should go close while BREMONTIER (11) has proven himself at this level.
SELECTIONS
EXHIT (7) – BEST SHALAA (6) – VALLANDO (8) – BREMONTIER (11)
C2 – PRIX DE CONFLUENCE – 2150m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
EVERSTORM – Disappointing last run when 8th in a handicap at Strasbourg over 2000m on 5 October. Did win three in a row before that and is not out of it
WALDKAUZ – Disappointing recent form and finished 8th in a handicap at this track over 1800m on 3 October. Capable of an upset in this line-up
INDIAN SUNSET – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a handicap at this course over 1800m on 3 October. Capable of an upset
LA SAUZEE – Disappointing last run when 7th in a handicap at Vichy over 2000m on 22 September. Capable of better and could make the frame
HER CHRISTOPHER – Much improved last run when third in a claimer over this track and trip on 3 October. Can contest the finish
BRAVE SHIINA – Showed some improvement and was runner-up in a handicap at this track over 1800m on 3 October. Can go one better this distance
VALERTA – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a handicap at Strasbourg over 2000m on 5 October. Can get involved with the finish
WINDJANA – Has only been modest of late and finished 9th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 16 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
MONA TREZY – Only modest of late and finished 7th in a claimer over this track and trip on 3 Otober. More is needed to win this race
MOWGLI – Battling to find best form and was 7th in a handicap at Strasbourg over 2000m on 5 October. More is needed to win this race
THE CHARMER – Has struggled of late and was tenth in a handicap at this track over 1800m on 3 October. Others make more appeal
JOBOAH – Showed some improvement when third in a handicap at this track over 2400m on 3 October. Has a place chance in this line-up
CARTIMANDUA – Much improved last run when runner-up in a handicap at this track over 2400m on 3 October. Should be competitive again
Summary: A competitive handicap. BRAVE SHIINA (6) put in a decent performance at this track earlier this month. The extra distance should not be a problem, and he can go one better this time. VALERTA (7) has held her form of late and should be competitive yet again as she remains open to improvement. HER CHRISTOPHER (5) showed improvement last time out and could be ready to score. LA SAUZEE (4) is also capable of winning a race of this nature.
SELECTIONS
BRAVE SHIINA (6) – VALERTA (7) – HER CHRISTOPHER (5) – LA SAUZEE (4)
C3 – PRIX JEAN CUVELETTE – 2150m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 11,500
SIGTUNA – A winner of a claimer over this course and distance on 3 October. Has done well in this division and should contest the finish
NUNUKA – Unreliable but was third in this division over this track and trip on 3 October. Capable of making the frame
VINGT SEPT – A winner last time out at Cluny over 2450m on 27 September. Might play a minor role in this line-up at very best
BALTIC DUKE – Consistent and finished fifth in a Conditions race at Dax over 2300m on 21 September. Big chance dropped to a claimer
DSCHINGIS GALILEI – Has struggled of late and was 10th in a claimer at Chantilly over 1900m on 20 September. Capable of better but others are preferred
BELLE FLEUR – Finished 7th in a Conditions race at Le Lion D’Angers over 2400m on 20 September. Capable of an upset dropped to a claimer
ISPERIA – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2400m on 11 September. Capable of improvement at this level and could be a threat
MAHJOUBA – Finished 11th in a handicap at Clairefontaine over 2200m on 6 August. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
MIAIMAOU – Only modest of late and was fifth in a claimer at Le Croise-Laroche over 1800m on 6 October. More is needed to beat these rivals
BIG SURPRISE – Unreliable and finished 6th in a claimer over this track and trip on 3 October. Capable of playing a minor role
Summary: BALTIC DUKE (4) has been consistent in conditions races and, dropped to this level, should prove hard to beat. SIGTUNA (1) has already won a claimer over this track and trip, so should be a lively danger. ISPERIA (7) has been modest in handicaps of late but is capable of improvement at this level. NUNUKA (2) showed improvement over this course and distance and could make the frame again.
SELECTIONS
BALTIC DUKE (4) – SIGTUNA (1) – ISPERIA (7) – NUNUKA (2)
C4 – PRIX DES PENTES DE LA CROIX-ROUSSE – 2150m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 12,500
ANTINEA – Showed some improvement when fourth in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 31 March. Returns from a break but is not out of it
POET’S BLACK – Has some fair form and finished fourth in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 3150m on 15 June. Might sneak some minor money
SPIRIT GREY – Unreliable but was third in a handicap at Hyeres over 1850m on 11 October. Could play a minor role in this line-up
SECOND TO NONE – Showed some improvement and was fifth in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 11 October. Capable of doing even better this time around
VINO – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 16 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
LIGHTED GLORY – Has really struggled of late and was 9th in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 2600m on 17 October. Needs major improvement to win
FETE JOYEUSE – Unreliable and finished 7th in a handicap at Vittel over 2100m on 25 July. Might play a minor role at very best
LADYBUG – Not disgraced when fifth in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 9 September. Capable of better and has claims
GO GO BLITZ – Has really struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 16 August. Can pop up in a place at this track
PREFERENCIA – A winner of her last two starts, the latest at Auch over 2650m on 5 October. Tougher task in this line-up
SPACE QUAKE – Unreliable but was third in a Conditions race at Divonne-les-Bains over 1700m on 19 October. Can be a threat to these rivals
SOIZIYA – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2200m on 7 October. Capable of better but others are preferred
Summary: SECOND TO NONE (4) showed improvement at Chantilly earlier this month. He has done well at this track before and can score in a competitive race. LADYBUG (8) has shown fair form of late and has claims in a race of this nature. SPACE QUAKE (11) is in good form and should be involved in the finish once again. ANTINEA (1) showed improvement last time out and could have more to offer this time around.
SELECTIONS
SECOND TO NONE (4) – LADYBUG (8) – SPACE QUAKE (11) – ANTINEA (1)
C5 – PRIX ROUVIGNAC – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
DSCHINGIS POWER – Holding form and finished fourth in a claimer at Compiegne over 2400m on 10 October. Should fight out the finish
ALASTOR MAUGREY – Much improved last run when runner-up in a handicap at Nancy over 2500m on 12 October. Can go one better this time
LELIO – Showed some improvement and was runner-up at Haras Du Pin over 2200m on 12 October. Tougher task but can make the frame
DIEGO BELLO – Holding form and finished fourth in a claimer at Deauville over 2500m on 12 August. Can get into the mix of things
BLANCHE SACREE – Only modest form of late and finished 7th in a claimer at Marseille-Borely over 2100m on 15 September. Needs to do more to win this race
CASHLYN CAVALIER – Showed some improvement when fifth in a claimer at Marseille-Vivaux over 2000m on 8 October. Can contest the finish
DREAM IN BROOKE – Unreliable but was a winner of a handicap at Hyeres over 2500m on 11 October. Can follow up in this line-up if in the same mood
THE PRESIDENT – Has some fair form and was third at Auch over 2650m on 5 October. This looks a tougher task but might play a minor role
SARDINIA MOON – Has not shown much and finished 7th in a Conditions race at Nancy over 2000m on 12 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
TOVABIEN – Has struggled of late and was 8th in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 2200m on 21 September. Needs to do more to win this race
Summary: An interesting race. ALASTOR MAUGREY (2) is threatening a success and can go one better after his last run at Nancy earlier this month. DSCHINGIS POWER (1) has been very consistent so far and should be competitive yet again. CASHLYN CAVALIER (6) showed improvement at Marseille-Vivaux and, with further progress possible, could be a threat to these rivals. LELIO (3) is improving but does tackle tougher opposition this time.
SELECTIONS
ALASTOR MAUGREY (2) – DSCHINGIS POWER (1) – CASHLYN CAVALIER (6) – LELIO (3)
C6 – PRIX DU HARAS DE POUJUX – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 12,000
OTHON – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a claimer at Chantilly over 1600m on 14 October. Can be competitive in this line-up
HABIBA – Does well in this division and was third in a claimer over this track and trip on 3 October. Has a big winning chance
CIRCION CHOP – Showed some improvement and was fifth in a claimer over this track and trip on 3 October. Can contest the finish
BODEGA BAY – Unplaced on debut in a Conditions race at Strasbourg over 1550m on 5 October. Capable of improvement and could be a threat at this level
ZENATA – Has not shown much in two starts and was 10th in a Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m on 7 October. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
NOBLE RED – Has not shown much in two starts and was 10th in a Conditions race at Amiens over 1650m on 28 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
VIDEO GAMES – Has struggled of late and finished 7th in a claimer over this track and trip on 3 October. Might play a minor role
IVRA CHOPE – A two-year-old filly by CaptainChop out of HuitDivresse who is making her debut. Her Dam was unraced. Watch the betting
WELLANA – Finished 9th on debut in a Conditions race at Marseille-Vivaux over 2000m on 8 October. Capable of improvement but others make more appeal
Summary: HABIBA (2) has a good record in this division and was unlucky not to win last time out over this course and distance. She should make a bold bid to beat these rivals. CIRCION CHOP (3) was not far behind that runner when they met and can get involved in the finish once again. BODEGA BAY (4) needed the first run and can show marked improvement dropped to a claimer. OTHON (1) looks better than some modest recent performances and can make the frame.
SELECTIONS
HABIBA (2) – CIRCION CHOP (3) – BODEGA BAY (4) – OTHON (1)
C7 – PRIX DROIT DIVIN – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
HAZA – Disappointing recent form and finished 7th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1800m on 14 October. Capable of an upset on best form
LE SID – Did not show his best when 7th in a Conditions race at Craon over 1600m on 29 September. In good form before that and can contest the finish
GLAVIA – Improving and was a winner in a handicap at Marseille-Vivaux over 2000m on 8 October. Can double up in this line-up
WICKBURY – Showed some improvement when runner-up in a handicap over this track and trip on 3 October. Can go one better
FIUMICCINO – A winner last time out in a Conditions race at Marseille-Borely over 2000m on 13 October. Can follow up
BELLE LUMIERE – Disappointing form of late and was unplaced in a handicap over this course and distance on 3 October. Capable of better and is not out of it
LADY MADEIRA – Only modest form of late and finished 9th in a handicap at this track over 1800m on 3 October. Capable of better but others are preferred
MOKKA LATTE – Did not show her best when 7th in a handicap at Vichy over 1400m on 22 September. Has a place chance in this line-up
ACE – Much improved last run when third in a handicap at this track over 1800m on 3 October. Can contest the finish
STAR CREEK – Has only been modest so far and finished fifth in a handicap at this track over 1800m on 3 October. Can play a minor role
Summary: A very competitive-looking race. WICKBURY (4) is improving and was runner-up over this course and distance earlier this month. She could score with luck in running. FIUMICCINO (5) showed what he is capable of with an easy victory at Marseille-Borély and would not be a surprise winner. GLAVIA (3) is improving and should be a competitive runner yet again. BELLE LUMIÈRE (6) is capable of better and could make the frame.
SELECTIONS
WICKBURY (4) – FIUMICCINO (5) – GLAVIA (3) – BELLE LUMIERE (6)
C8 – PRIX DE LA ROSERAIE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 12,800
BLANC BLEU – A winner of a Conditions race at Marseille-Vivaux over 2000m on 8 October. Can follow up if in the same mood
MAGIC STARS – In good shape and was fifth in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 11 October. Be right there at the finish once again
THREE DREAMS – Has lost the way of late and was unplaced in a handicap at this track over 1800m on 3 October. Capable of better but others make more appeal
CEDRUS – Unreliable and finished 10th in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2200m on 7 October. Better judged on a good penultimate start and can bounce back to score
AERION – A winner of his last two starts, the latest at Saarbrucken over 1900m on 20 September. Tougher task in this line-up
HAPPY HUNTER – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 30 September. Capable of better but others make more appeal
GREAT CHARLIE – Showed some improvement and was runner-up at Fontainebleau over 2000m on 21 September. Can contest the finish
ALEXEJ – Holding form and finished third at Castera-Verduza over 2400m on 28 September. Could earn some minor money
PIERRE PREMIER – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a claimer at this track over 2150m on 3 October. Might play a minor role at best
THARPE – Battling to find best form and was unplaced in a handicap at this track over 1800m on 3 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
CHIAREGGIO – Battling to regain best form and was 10th in a handicap at Le Croise-Laroche over 1800m on 6 October. Needs to do more to win
Summary: A difficult lucky last race. CEDRUS (4) is probably best judged on his performance at ParisLongchamp and could bounce back to score on a course he likes. MAGIC STARS (2) is in good form and should challenge for top honours once again. BLANC BLEU (1) arrives for this race after a nice win at Marseille-Vivaux and should be very competitive. GREAT CHARLIE (7) hit the woodwork last time out and can shine again.
SELECTIONS

French Selections Friday 24th

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