French Selections Friday 21st

R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX TRITON – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 56,000

JOURNAL INTIME – Won a 2100m Class E here before repeating in a Laval Class D 3 weeks ago. Excels with Matthieu Abrivard and although unlikely to impose can nevertheless finish in the mix
JAGUAR DJOB – Has a pair of runs in him since the summer spell but is far from his spring form and will have little to offer
JAG HAUFOR – Very hard to fault this term when barefoot, latterly running 2nd to JOURNAL INTIME (1) in a 2850m Laval Class D on 1 November. Will struggle to win this but is unlikely to be far off the mark
IRIS INTENSE – Unplaced on re-entry at Le Mont-Saint-Michel recently on first start since December 2024. Stays shod and not a concern
JEDI DES BROUETS – Modest element that has done nothing of note for some time and even racing barefoot has no possible chance
JERICHO DU RIB – Won 2 on the trot before coming 5th behind JABLONSKI (11) in race of reference. Has talent in spades though and, given the chance, can make a big splash
JAGUAR D’OBRET – Placed twice in the provinces before losing his action in an Enghien Class C on 18 October. Goes barefoot, with Eric Raffin reining this time, but looks a minor place prospect at best
IQUEM – Has form in this category but has looked decidedly ordinary for much of the year and is unlikely to shake things up
JANKO HAUFOR – Should not be too hastily-condemned for coming last of 11 behind JABLONSKI (11) here 2.5 weeks ago. Boasts superb references over 2700m here and will be expected to apply the pressure this time
JUPITER DU CORTA – Returns to the harness code after some fine monte performances. Is shod as he was here late last month and could pleasantly surprise
JABLONSKI – In the frame in last 2 and is terrifically-engaged here. Has started to show his 4yo form and should be good enough to get his nose in front this time
Summary: A serious trotter with nothing to prove at this level, JABLONSKI (11) has returned from his lengthy absence in fine condition and has twice gone close recently. JMB gives him another go and looks the pick of the field this time. JANKO HAUFOR (9) did not enjoy the best of trips behind him here recently but Damien Bonne will be out to set the record straight. Enjoying something of a renaissance since starting to race barefoot, JERICHO DU RIB (6) raced better that day than the result would suggest and should prove more competitive this time around. JOURNAL INTIME (1) has never been in better shape and even though in superior company this time, still looks a major player.
SELECTIONS
JABLONSKI (11) – JANKO HAUFOR (9) – JERICHO DU RIB (6) – JOURNAL INTIME (1)
C2 – PRIX FLORENTINA – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 41,000
KARAT DEFF – Tricky but talented type returning to Vincennes after returning to competition early last month. Has placed just once in 5 Vincennes appearances but, if given the chance, will not be far from the action
KEZIO JOSSELYN – Won 2 on the trot racing clockwise before failing to deliver behind KREIZ DE PRAT GUEN (7) at Enghien last month. Has previously acquitted himself well here and although not a priority is still worth keeping an eye on
KELLER DE L’ITON – Good, consistent campaigner making first appearance since running 2nd at Reims in mid-September. Shod to preference for re-entry but is being aimed too high
KAIROS DE BOMO – Going well when eliminated in a 2850m Class D here a month ago. Has never delivered over 2700m here but has been reconfigured and in current condition is not to be ignored
KAID FORTUNA – Starts for the first time since 11 September. Hind shoes off for the occasion, with Eric Raffin in the bike, but others still easier to back
KANAK DU BOCAGE – Imposed at Feurs in September but has twice failed to confirm. Front shoes off this time and with Alexandre Abrivard in the bike will be afforded every chance
KREIZ DE PRAT GUEN – Has taken his game to a new level since starting to race barefoot, most recently 3rd in an Enghien Class E in mid-October. Debuts at Vincennes but with Yoann Lebourgeois reining is not to be underestimated
KILLER BOND – Has not got his nose in front for 17 months but has decent references under these conditions and, if fully fit, can play an important role
KELAS – Fine servant with excellent clockwise references but under these conditions has no possible chance
KAPITEN DU MELEUC – Solid during the summer but has since come off the boil and can be confidently ruled out
KEOPS DE JUMILLY – Ran 3rd in a 2850m Class D on Vincennes debut in late-September before winning a Class E at Enghien. Takes on a better lot here but in current condition is still worth keeping an eye on
KING DE CHOISEL – Comfortable winner of a Class E over track and trip before freshening up at Graignes late last month. Has won 3 of 5 when barefoot this term and is expected to add another to his tally
KILLER DE CAHOT – Did not enjoy the best of trips when eliminated in a Laval Class C 3 weeks ago. Has no Vincennes references but will not be far off the mark if he stays in stride
KYSKO DE FAEL – Flattering 3rd of 6 finishers in a monte Class E at Laval 2 weeks ago. Has never disappointed here, and sports a fresh formula, but looks to be out of his depth
KAVANI – 4th over course and distance on 6 October. Seldom disappoints under these conditions and is competitively well in. Place chance
KRISTO STAR – Solid during the summer but out of the picture in last 2. Has yet to produce the goods at Vincennes and is not about to start now
Summary: The wealthier elements appear to have the upper hand here with early-October course-and-distance winner KING DE CHOISEL (12) barefoot and easy to like for a repeat. KILLER DE CAHOT (13) raced better at Laval earlier in the month than the result would suggest and Guillaume Martin will be eager to put things right. Just 300 Euros from elimination, KAVANI (15) was not the luckiest here a fortnight ago but can more than make amends if Mathieu Mottier keeps him out of trouble. KILLER BOND (8) has a pair of runs under his belt, races barefoot for the first time this season, and is unlikely to let the side down.
SELECTIONS
KING DE CHOISEL (12) – KILLER DE CAHOT (13) – KAVANI (15) – KILLER BOND (8)
C3 – PRIX KERONIS – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 40,000
LADY OF DURBUY – Returns to racing barefoot after her Tongres comeback run early this month but in this company will struggle to make her presence felt
LAMBADA TURGOT – 5th, a place behind LOVELY FACE (7), in a Class D over track and trip 2 weeks ago after having being denied a run. Form is not in question and can finish in the mix if Cedric Terry keeps her out of harm’s way
LUTECE D’ELA – Respectable element starting for the first time since placing at Enghien in mid-August and others preferred this time around
LASSIE – Confirmed Enghien success over course and distance on 8 November only to lose the race in the stewards’ room. Mathieu Mottier in the bike this time and looks main threat to LOUANGE CASTELETS (9)
L’ETOILE D’URSIN – Showed promise at 3 but disappointing on the whole since, and even racing barefoot will have few friends
LEONTINE CASH – Returned from her summer break in fine fettle, most recently winning a Class D under these conditions late last month, but in this category will struggle to make her mark
LOVELY FACE – 4th of 9 finishers, on comeback, in 8 November race of reference. Will have progressed for the race and can repeat
LYRA POTERIE – Complicated but talented filly that would have finished close under these conditions 2 weeks ago had she not endured traffic woes, and Yoann Lebourgeois will be determined to set the record straight
LOUANGE CASTELETS – Serious sort that has taken no time showing her form following a lengthy layoff. Faces first objective of the winter and looks primed for success
LATINA QUICK – Capable filly making her first appearance since faulting at Enghien in March. Will have come on during her layoff and with shoes off for re-entry will be worth monitoring
LINOTTE DU MOUCHEL – Unremarkable filly making first appearance since late-July. Tends to prefer a shorter trip and can be passed over
LOVELY GODIVA – Surprise winner of a Class D over course and distance in September before failing to impress across town early last month, and is not about to create an upset
LOLA D’OHARA – Placed at Enghien and over 2175m here before running 4th of 16 in a Nantes Class B early this month. Takes on a better lot this time and represents no more than minor place prospect
LADY STARLIGHT – Like a horse reborn since starting to run barefoot. Has not raced for 4 months but has shoes off for the occasion and Anthony Barrier will be keen to take advantage of the good entry
LONG LEGEND – Has looked decidedly ordinary since the summer and even though reconfigured still has nothing to offer
Summary: A lightly-raced filly, LOUANGE CASTELETS (9) showed significant talent last season, has been quick to pick up where she left off and, barefoot for the first time, can open her 2025 account. Eric Raffin will still want to be wary of the reinvigorated LASSIE (4) who should not be too hastily-judged for being eliminated here a fortnight back. 5th that day after having pleased at Cabourg, LAMBADA TURGOT (2) has a decent chance of making the frame this time, as will LYRA POTERIE (8) who is clearly in excellent shape.
SELECTIONS
LOUANGE CASTELETS (9) – LASSIE (4) – LAMBADA TURGOT (2) – LYRA POTERIE (8)
C4 – PRIX OSTARA – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 53,000
KUEEN’S PRIDE – Won 6 of last 7 starts, most recently at Châtelaillon. Is still behind in earnings and has a realistic chance of imposing
KASSYA – Twice a winner here last winter but has done little of note over recent months and even racing barefoot will have her work cut out
KANDIE D’ORCO – Back to the capital after being well-beaten in a Class A at Lyon-Parilly. Enjoys a good draw but little else
KOMERE DE CORDAY – Made short work of a 2850m Class C here on 10 October before coming competitive 4th in a Laval Class C 3 weeks ago. Benefits from a terrific draw and Mathieu Mottier will be eager to make hay
KIKA JOSSELYN – Won 2 in a row last winter before being put away. Has a race under her belt and, shod to preference and nicely-drawn, is not to be underestimated
KNITULIA – Left a good impression in a Class B over 2700m here on 17 October prior to pleasing at Saint-Malo 3 weeks ago. Starts in front, imposed under these conditions during the spring, and must be respected
KALINE DE VIVOIN – Put a trio of eliminations behind her to trounce the opposition in a 2700m Class C here on 4 November. Is barefoot this time and will have this in the bag if Eric Raffin keeps her mind on the job
KANAKA DE BUSSET – Got back in the game when runner-up to KALINE DE VIVOIN (7) in a 2700m Class D here 2.5 weeks ago. A repeat, however, seems unlikely
KORALIA DE CROUAY – Made up for October run here when 2nd to KUEEN’S PRIDE (1) in a Châtelaillon Class D earlier in the month. Cannot be considered a priority, and is drawn wide, but can still get a look in
KALINKA DU GRENAT – Imposed over course and distance in August but has failed to impress in 3 starts since and can be confidently passed over
KELLE CLASS – Started to come good late-summer but has since come off the boil and even with shoes off will have little to contribute
KRAKANTE – 2nd to KOMERE DE CORDAY (4) here on 10 October before failing to fire over 2700m. Reverts to her preferred configuration and even from the 2nd line can redeem herself
KLASSICA BLEUE – Won 2 of 3 before losing her action in a 2700m Class C here on 4 November. Imposed over course and distance 5 weeks earlier and will have her chances if her driver successfully negotiates the start
Summary: It took time and patience but KALINE DE VIVOIN (7) more than made amends for a series of eliminations when dominating a Class C here 2.5 weeks ago. She goes barefoot this time and with application should logically repeat. KLASSICA BLEUE (13) would have been competitive that day had she kept trotting but Alexandre Abrivard will be mindful to keep her focused. KOMERE DE CORDAY (4) won comfortably over longer here last month and the engagement of Mathieu Mottier will only enhance her already good prospects. Simply dynamic when barefoot, KUEEN’S PRIDE (1) is new to Vincennes but has demonstrated good versatility and must be considered a serious proposition. KNITULIA (6) has been lurking over recent months and can finish in the mix.
SELECTIONS
KALINE DE VIVOIN (7) – KLASSICA BLEUE (13) – KOMERE DE CORDAY (4) – KUEEN’S PRIDE (1)
C5 – PRIX VICTORIA – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Mounted – EUR € 46,000
KARTING BOY – Has pleased for the most part since returning to the discipline. Won under these conditions at 3, sports a new formula, but is not a major concern
KORINTO BELLO – Opened his monte account on 7 October when dominating a Class D over course and distance. Mathieu Mottier stays faithful and will have KHEOPS TURGOT (12) in his crosshairs. Chance
KEPHYR D’ESTE – Serious type starting for the first time since February. Presents fine course-and-distance credentials but may just be a race shy
KENYAN BLUES – Valiant 3rd to KORINTO BELLO (2) in a Class D over course and distance on 7 October, before flopping here later in the month. In the frame in both starts with his jockey and can challenge for a place in the picture
KAVALO BELLO – Back under the saddle after running 3rd in a harness Class E under these conditions a fortnight ago. Has no monte references but François Lagadeuc knows him and should be taken seriously
KAIROUAN GLAM – Comfortable winner at Enghien in September on return to the discipline. Guillaume Martin back aboard following a harness freshener, goes unshod behind, and with application can finish close
KEPI ROUGE – Capable type returning to the venue after being conditioned at Nantes. Is barefoot for the occasion but others still easier to back
KRONOS DE VANDEL – Well-beaten in a Gr.2 here on 10 October before losing her action in a Class C 3 weeks later. Is no slouch when focused though and is worth retaining for a first-5 payout
KING DE PLAY – Failed to confirm Laval victory when trounced in a Class C here 2 months ago, and can expect to have few takers
KEY BISCAYNE – Returns to the ridden code after some lacklustre harness conditioners and appears to have no realistic chance
KANSAS QUESNOT – Finished last of 6 in a Gr.2 here before running lacklustre 8th of 11 in a harness conditioner at Le Croise-Laroche 2 weeks ago, and is not about to influence the result
KHEOPS TURGOT – Left quite the impression last June when storming up in a similar event here. Has a pair of runs under his belt and Alexandre Abrivard can be confident of a big run
Summary: Put away after winning his monte debut over course and distance last June, the well-engaged KHEOPS TURGOT (12) is shod as he was that day, reunited with Alexandre Abrivard, and is just marginally preferred to KORINTO BELLO (2) who won unopposed here in early-October. KAIROUAN GLAM (6) has something of a love-hate relationship with Vincennes but showed his form at Enghien on his penultimate start, and will be reconfigured for the occasion. KENYAN BLUES (4) is never the easiest to gauge but he has never failed to deliver for Eric Raffin and, barefoot this time, must be regarded a player.
SELECTIONS
KHEOPS TURGOT (12) – KORINTO BELLO (2) – KAIROUAN GLAM (6) – KENYAN BLUES (4)
C6 – PRIX HERMANTARIA – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class A – Harness – EUR € 62,000
MY NAME IS BOND – Has done nothing noteworthy since the spring and latest Reims performance does nothing to inspire confidence
MIRAKALU MANAZIF – Has won 3 of last 4, most recently a 2100m Class C in early-October. Comes here fresh and has a realistic chance of contesting the finish
MODERN STYLE – Has gone from strength to strength recently, latterly 2nd in a 2175m Class B here 2 weeks ago. Has bags of untapped potential and can go far
MISTER CHARLY – Has not put a foot wrong since returning to competition, latterly a place behind MODERN STYLE (3) in a Class B here a fortnight ago, and can again challenge for a place on the podium
MONEY CASH – Clearly capable but has shown better aptitude for the inner course and his recent Nantes run did nothing to reassure
MAESTRO DU CHOQUEL – Imposed over the inner track in September before running 4th in a Class A over track and trip in mid-October. Is clearly at the top of his game and looks a respectable first-5 prospect
MACHIAVEL BOURBON – Quality future prospect that is clearly close to his first success of the winter meeting. Will not have Mister Dream Ty to contend with this time and can expect the lion’s share of support
MANASLU – Talented colt making first appearance since July. Is clearly in conditioning-mode though and is unlikely to trouble the judge
Summary: A good race in prospect despite the small number of runners, however most of the money will still be aimed at the fine MACHIAVEL BOURBON (7) who makes his much-awaited Vincennes bow with every chance of making it a successful one. Eric Raffin will be justifiably concerned though by MIRAKALU MANAZIF (2) who opened his Vincennes account in good order early last month. MODERN STYLE (3) has done nothing but improve lately, has shown a liking for the main track, and steps up in category with a good hand to play.
SELECTIONS
MACHIAVEL BOURBON (7) – MIRAKALU MANAZIF (2) – MODERN STYLE (3) – MISTER CHARLY (4)
C7 – PRIX EURYNOME – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 38,000
NOSTRA COSA – Easily imposed at Cabourg before coming 5th here last week. Would have made a bigger impact had she not faulted and David Thomain will be eager to put things right. Chance
NORMA JEANE – Surprise 4th of 11 in a 2850m Class D here 8 days ago. Will not be sent out at 116-1 this time, but will not be as competitive either
NOUMBA AS – Unexceptional in 2 starts to date and is not about to take advantage of the good draw. Disregard
NESPERA – Comfortable winner of both starts to date. Has yet to be properly tested and despite the presence of some better horses, still looks the one to beat
NATURALLY STAR – Set off no fireworks in qualification but imposed on debut 3 weeks ago, easily securing a 2625m Cherbourg Class F. At this level however, may just be taking on too much
NOLITA MADRIK – Ran 2nd at Cabourg before coming 3rd of 7 in a 2200m Class B here 2.5 weeks ago. Takes a dip in category and is unlikely to disappoint. Place chance
NOT FOR FUN – Nicely-related filly that was never pushed when successful 10 days ago in a Chateaubriant Class E first time out. Will have come on for the race and should again prove competitive at the business end of affairs
NOVA TURGOT – Qualified respectably in August and made good on her promise first time out, winning a Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel late last month. Is in better company this time but should nevertheless hold her own
NACHYMA BERRY – Pleased on her turf debut on 19 October before enduring a tough trip behind NOSTRA COSA (1) here 8 days ago. Is plainly better than that and despite the draw will be expected to get back in the game. First 5
NORDIC GIRL – Eliminated in all 4 starts to date and debuts at Vincennes with limited prospects
Summary: Winner first time out during the summer, NESPERA (4) went on to easily confirm at Caen last month and is ideally-positioned to keep her undefeated record intact. She will still be up against Philippe Allaire’s promising NOSTRA COSA (1) who would have finished closer here last week had she got off on the right foot. NOT FOR FUN (7) did everything expected of her at the first time of asking and even though drawn wide still looks capable of trotting her way into the picture. NOLITA MADRIK (6) is unlikely to lose her maiden status but she has shown considerable potential and will generate interest.
SELECTIONS
NESPERA (4) – NOSTRA COSA (1) – NOT FOR FUN (7) – NOLITA MADRIK (6)
C8 – PRIX LEONA – 2850m (a2m) – Class B – Mounted – EUR € 52,000
LOUVE ANGEL – Eliminated in a 2175m Class D here on 4 November. Has form here and although unlikely to impose, can nevertheless pick up a first-5 cheque
LAREINE D’OURVILLE – Has yet to impress since returning from her break, latterly losing her action in a Class D here on 4 November, and can expect to have little support in the markets
LUCIFER D’ORPHEE – Quality trotter but has not raced since early-August. Goes shod for re-entry and best to hold off
LEMON FLEURY – Fine dual-discipline colt that has taken to the ridden game like a duck to water. Imposed in 1’10″5 here earlier in the month and will take all the beating
LE PRIEURE – Superb winner of a 2175m Class C here on 7 October. Has been afforded ample time to get back in shape and, barefoot again, is not incapable of repeating
LE VOYOU D’ALMO – Well-regarded but erratic colt starting for the first time since late-May. Shoes fitted and not a priority
LAFOLLY DELO – Returned from her break in excellent form. Not beaten by much in a 2850m Gr.3 here last month and tends to go well for Alexandre Abrivard. Place chance
LYZIA DES AGETS – 4th of 13 in a 2700m Gr.2 here on 6 November. Races at a more reasonable level this time and will not be available at 132-1
LOTUS ZEN – Useful type but has not been seen out since running 4th in a Gr.3 here last August. Will be barefoot though and can get a look in
LUCAS – Out of the picture in all 3 return runs. Goes barefoot this time but others still preferred
Summary: Yet to disappoint in this branch of the business, LEMON FLEURY (4) would prefer the main track but he outclassed the opposition here 2.5 weeks ago and even with shoes fitted is eminently capable of repeating. Mathieu Mottier will still be mindful of LE PRIEURE (5) who made no bones about securing his first goal of the winter, and the serious LAFOLLY DELO (7) who ran 2nd in a Gr.3 over the long course a month ago. LYZIA DES AGETS (8) sprang quite the surprise in a Gr.2 here a fortnight ago and should prove more competitive at this level.
SELECTIONS
LEMON FLEURY (4) – LE PRIEURE (5) – LAFOLLY DELO (7) – LYZIA DES AGETS (8)
R2 BORDEAUX-LE BOUSCAT [R-H]

C1 – PRIX JEAN-LUC KIRCHHOFF – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 1 – Flat – EUR € 34,800

AIDAN’S PHONE – He won three races earlier this year, including a Listed race at Saint-Cloud in March. 3rd over 1700m in a Class 1 race on October 13th when last seen. Key chance
AFRICAN GREY – Placed on his last three runs, 2nd over 1900m at this track in a Class 4 handicap on November 4th. This requires a good deal more
BAYAMOON – Two unplaced runs of late, 6th on the latter over 1500m in a Class 2 race at Deauville on November 7th. Unlikely to trouble some of these
LAITH – Finished 4th on his last run over 1400m in a Class 1 race at this track on October 25th. Hard to rule out of the frame
FELIX AUX ORMES – Ran well two runs back over 1400m at this track in a Class 1 race on October 25th. Capable of being competitive
DIVINE CHRISNAT – She scored 19 days ago at Angers in a Class 2 race over 1600m in a close finish. Capable of making her presence felt
JOH SPIRIT – Unplaced last time, a win before that over 1600m at this track in a Class 3 handicap on October 25th. Others rate higher
BLOWN BY THE WIND – 7th on her last run 19 days ago at Angers, 4th previously over 1950m at Le Mans on October 6th in a Class 2 race. Others make more appeal
Summary: AIDAN’S PHONE (1) holds leading claims, he is a previous Listed winner in March over 2100m at Saint-Cloud and ran a decent race when third over 1700m in mid-October, when last seen at Marseille Borely in a Class 1 race. DIVINE CHRISNAT (6) looks like the chief threat. She scored in a Class 2 race at Angers 19 days ago over this trip. FELIX AUX ORMES (5) was a decent third two runs back at this track and warrants respect.
SELECTIONS
AIDAN’S PHONE (1) – DIVINE CHRISNAT (6) – FELIX AUX ORMES (5) – LAITH (4)
C2 – GRAND STEEPLE-CHASE DE BORDEAUX – 5300m (a3m1/4) – TURF – Class 1 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 69,000
GLASGOW DU BERLAIS – Two decent runs of late, 2nd over 4200m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 hurdle on October 13th on his most recent. Capable chaser who warrants respect
PERSYAMBRE – Ran well to be 2nd over 3700m in a handicap chase at Auteuil on October 29th. Among the leading contenders
IGUANE DES ONGRAIS – Recent success over 4500m at Lignieres on November 1st in a handicap chase. Has work to do to trouble some of these
GLORICE – Won nicely by 2.5 lengths over 4200m at Meslay-Du-Maine on October 26th in a Class 4 chase. Former Listed chase winner in 2023/2024. Sets the standard
EXUPERY – Placed 2nd on his last run over 4000m at Durtal on November 9th in a handicap chase. He needs a few to falter
FUNWAY – 7th over hurdles late in October, a win over 3800m at this track before that in a Class 3 chase on March 5th. He will strip fitter today and can not be discounted
ROYALCLETY – He won over 3850m at Compiegne on September 10th in a handicap chase on his latest outing. This will be more of a test
Summary: Former Listed chase winner GLORICE (4) won well at Meslay-Du-Maine in late October in a lower grade event last time and will be full of confidence after that success. He is preferred ahead of GLASGOW DU BERLAIS (1), who has performed well over hurdles recently. He is a useful chaser who should appreciate the return to the larger obstacles. FUNWAY (6) will strip fitter for a run over hurdles in October and can have a say. PERSYAMBRE (2) heads the remainder.
SELECTIONS
GLORICE (4) – GLASGOW DU BERLAIS (1) – FUNWAY (6) – PERSYAMBRE (2)
C3 – PRIX DU CHATEAU GRANDIS – 1900m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 11,000
HURLEVENT – Showed improvement when third in a claimer at Agen over 1200m on 26 October. Might earn some minor money
COUR SAINT ELOI – Battling to find best form and was 7th in a handicap at this track over 1600m on 4 November. Others are preferred
LACHOP – Holding form and was fourth in a Conditions race at Pau over 2000m on 13 November. Can contest the finish
BATTISTERO – Finished 6th in a claimer at Castera-Verduza over 2400m on 2 Movember. Needs major improvement to win
DADEICOS LAER – Finished 6th in a handicap at Nantes over 2400m on 1 November. Might play a minor role at very best in a weak race
HENSHAW – Has only been modest of late and was 7th in a claimer at Mont-de-Marsan over 2450m on 15 November. Others make more appeal
ARYVESAN – Showed some improvement when fourth in a handicap at Clairefontaine over 1600m on 24 October. Could be a threat
FLEUR D’AQUITAINE – Has only been moderate of late and finished 8th in a handicap at this track over 1600m on 4 November. Others are preferred
BULGROOM – Much improved last run when runner-up in a Conditions race at Auch over 2650m on 5 October. Has a place chance
BIRCHPACOLAURGREEN – Not disgraced when fourth in a Conditions race at Chateaubriant over 1950m on 25 June. Returns from a break but can score
MOON OF THE NIGHT – Unreliable but was third in a claimer at Castera-Verduza over 2400m on 2 November. Tougher task in this line-up
DIMANCHE SOIR – Unreliable and was 6th in a handicap at this track over 1800m on 4 November. Should be competitive in this line-up
GAYLE – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a Conditions race at Agen over 2500m on 26 October. Has claims in this line-up
Summary: A very weak race and very few of them can safely be ignored. BIRCHPACOLAURGREEN (10) returns from a break but makes a long journey for this and gets the narrow vote to score. LACHOP (3) is in good shape and is capable of winning a race of this nature. GAYLE (13) has some fair form and should be competitive enough to make the frame. DIMANCHE SOIR (12) is not reliable but is quite capable of challenging these rivals.

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SELECTIONS
BIRCHPACOLAURGREEN (10) – LACHOP (3) – GAYLE (13) – DIMANCHE SOIR (12)
C4 – PRIX CALICEO BORDEAUX (PRIX CHERCO) – 3700m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 – Hurdles – EUR € 24,000

MORFALOU AA – Flat winner on debut over 2100m at Dax in June, placed three times since. 6th on his hurdling debut at Toulouse on October 27th over 3500m in a Class 3 race. Merits consideration
ABOU AA – Ran with promise on his second run, his first over hurdles at Toulouse, when finishing 4th on October 27th in a Class 3 over 3500m. Hard to ignore
ME VOICI FOREZ AA – Improved effort on his second start at Toulouse when 3rd in a Class 3 hurdle over 3500m on October 27th. Looks progressive and can play a lead role
L’AUTONOME AA – Showed ability until getting tired over 2150m at Mont-De-Marsan on August 24th on his sole start on the flat. Jumping pedigree and he is one to consider
MORDERIRE AA – He failed to complete the course on his one run over 3100m in a Class 3 hurdle at Castera-Verduza on November 2nd. Best watched for the time being
MICMAC DE BRABOIS AA – 8th on his second run over hurdles at Toulouse on October 27th over 3500m, placed 3rd previously at Dax in September in a Class 3 hurdle. Others preferred
MOON VERGOIGNAN AA – Three unplaced runs, the latter over 3500m at Toulouse on October 27th in a Class 3 hurdle. Makes limited appeal
FUNKY GIRL PECOS AA – Unraced filly by Clovis Du Berlais, the dam was placed over jumps. Likely to need this run for experience unless the betting vibes are strong
TROMPE DE CHASSE AA – Fair 5th at Toulouse over 3500m on October 27th on her hurdling debut after one spin on the flat. Open to progress and is in the mix
HAPPY BIRTHDAY AA – Good form on the flat, three-time winner and a 2nd on her last run over 2300m in an International race for Anglo Arabs on October 19th. Hurdles debut, and she will be well schooled
Summary: HAPPY BIRTHDAY AA (10) is a useful performer on the flat. She has won three races this year and her second at Tarbes in an International Anglo Arab race in October on her latest start was another solid effort. She will be well schooled and is given the nod over ME VOICI FOREZ AA (3), who shaped with promise when third at Toulouse late last month over hurdles. ABOU AA (2) was fourth in the same race and is hard to overlook. MORFALOU AA (1) is a flat winner who is also worth considering.
SELECTIONS
HAPPY BIRTHDAY AA (10) – ME VOICI FOREZ AA (3) – ABOU AA (2) – MORFALOU AA (1)
C5 – PRIX SERGE LORAND – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400
LOKI – Showed some improvement when third in a Conditions race at Amiens over 1650m on 10 November. Can earn some more money
SHADE – Only moderate form of late and was 7th in a Conditions race at Agen over 1200m on 26 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
GARMI – Disappointing last run when 7th in a handicap at Lignieres over 1600m on 1 November. Capable of better and is not out of it
MAPLE GIRL – Much improved last run when third in a handicap at Amiens over 1850m on 29 October. Has claims in an open race
LA PORTUGAISE – Only modest of late and finished 5th in a Conditions race at Agen over 1200m on 26 October. More is needed to beat these rivals
GOOD’ID – In good shape and was fourth in a handicap at Pau over 1600m on 13 November. Can contest the finish again
THE GREAT HEAVEN – Has only been modest of late and finished 6th in a Conditions race at this track over 1600m on 25 October. Others are preferred
HURRICANE LIGHT – Victorious last time out in a Conditions race at agen over 1200m on 26 October. Not reliable but could play a minor role
ADELA – Not reliable but was runner-up in a handicap at La Teste-de Buch over 1600m on 29 August. Can go one better
ROYAL NINIAN – Only modest of late and finished 5th in a Conditions race at Saint-Brieuc over 1700m on 9 November. Yet to win a race and others are preferred
DO IT FOR ME – Unreliable and was tenth in a handicap at Pau over 1600m on 13 November. Capable of better but others make more appeal
PETITE COQUINE – Has really struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap at Pau over 1600m on 13 November. Others make much more appeal
Summary: A competitive race. MAPLE GIRL (4) is at her best on heavy tracks so could make a bold bid at beating these rivals. GOOD’ID (6) has yet to win a race but is in good form and should fight out the finish. ADELA (9) returns from a break but can be competitive in this line-up. This course and distance does suit her. GARMI (3) is better than the last run would suggest and can get involved with the finish.
SELECTIONS
MAPLE GIRL (4) – GOOD’ID (6) – ADELA (9) – GARMI (3)
C6 – PRIX UBU III – 3700m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 – Hurdles – EUR € 24,000
STAR CARIBEAN – Recent success over 3600m at Argentan on November 9th in a Class 4 hurdle. He seems to be improving and can feature
MELEZE HANA – He won over 3600m in a claiming hurdle at Agen on November 9th last time out. This will be a much sterner test
GUIDO D’ONEIX – 6th on his last run at Nantes over 3500m in a Class 3 hurdle on June 17th. 4th on debut over hurdles at Compiegne in May in a Class 2 race. Hard to rule out
ESTO MEMOR – Two good runs over hurdles, 3rd on the latter over 3400m at Nancy on October 12th in a Class 4 hurdle. Can get off the mark
BILLE EN TETE – Gelding on debut by Walzertakt, the dam won 1 race over fences. From a top stable that can ready a newcomer to strike at the first time of asking. Respect and keep safe
KAMCHATSKY – Unraced gelding by Moises Has, the dam was placed over jumps. From a respected trainer who knows the time of day. The betting can be the best guide
MARVEL D’AUBRELLE – Unraced gelding by Cokoriko, the dam never raced. Likely to need this run for experience unless he is well found in the betting market
MORNING SEI – Unraced gelding by Hunter’s Light, the dam won 1 race over fences. Stable runners warrant respect on debut and any market support should be noted
THEOPHILUS – Unplaced on the one run over 3400m at Compiegne on October 20th over hurdles. From a good stable, although progress is needed from debut to be involved
MAYRA DU PECOS – Placed 4th on her one run over 3100m over hurdles in a Class 3 race at Castera-Verduza on November 2nd. Has work to do
Summary: ESTO MEMOR (4) has performed well on both of his runs over hurdles. The latter when third in October at Nancy. The winner got first run that day, and with a more positive ride, he can get off the mark. STAR CARIBEAN (1) is a threat after scoring at Argentan 12 days ago over hurdles. He is improving with experience. KAMCHATSKY (6) has a choice profile and is one to consider if the betting vibes are strong. BILLE EN TETE (5) also looks good on paper and could be smart.
SELECTIONS
ESTO MEMOR (4) – STAR CARIBEAN (1) – KAMCHATSKY (6) – BILLE EN TETE (5)
C7 – PRIX DU MERLOT – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
DANCE AHEAD – Not reliable but did finish fourth in a handicap at Pau over 1600m on 22 October. Could earn some money
WATHAB – Only fair of late and finished 5th in a handicap at Pau over 1600m on 22 October. Might earn some minor money
CHILLI PRINCESS – A winner of her last two starts, the latest in a Conditions race at Amiens over 1650m on 10 November. Can complete a hat-trick
FOR WIN – Much improved last run when runner-up in a handicap at Toulouse over 1200m on 27 October. Can contest the finish
LOYAL PRINCE – Has really struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap at Strasbourg over 1400m on 11 November. Others are much preferred
HONG KONG STAR – Very consistent of late and finished third in a handicap at Toulouse over 1200m on 27 October. Be right there at the finish
TERANGA – Victorious last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 14 November. Carries a penalty but is in good form and can double up
DRACO – Unreliable and finished 11th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 14 November. Could pop up in a place
MACANELLA – Showed some improvement when 5th in a handicap at Toulouse over 1400m on 10 October. More is needed to beat these rivals
ALEXEJ – Has only been modest of late and finished 6th in a Conditions race at Mont-De-Marsan over 1600m on 15 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
PENAGOS – Not reliable but was runner-up in a Conditions race at this track over 1600m on 25 October. Can make the frame
BECHO – Not reliable and finished 5th in a handicap at this track over 1900m on 4 November. Could surprise this shorter distance
MADIGAN – Unreliable and finished 9th in a handicap at Pau over 1600m on 22 October. Others make more appeal
Summary: A competitive race. CHILLI PRINCESS (3) is hat-trick seeking after some solid wins. She travels a long way for this race and enjoys heavy ground, so she could pull it off. TERANGA (7) is in good form and was a nice winner at Saint-Cloud, so will not go down easily. FOR WIN (4) is coming off a good performance at Toulouse and can contest the finish. HONG KONG STAR (6) has been consistent of late and is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
CHILLI PRINCESS (3) – TERANGA (7) – FOR WIN (4) – HONG KONG STAR (6)
C8 – PRIX DU BASSIN D’ARCACHON – 1900m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
VERITABLE – Has shown some improvement of late and finished in a handicap at Toulouse over 2400m on 11 November. Can get involved with the finish once again
NOLITO – Did not show his best when tenth in a handicap at Toulouse over 2400m on 11 November. Capable of better and can get involved with the finish
KIRBY – A winner of a Conditions race at Dax over 2100m on 19 October. Tougher task this time but is not out of it
VA S’Y MIX – Did not show his best when tenth in a handicap at Toulouse over 2000m on 27 October. Unreliable but might play a minor role
HIGHBARI – Has improved of late and was third in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 9 November. Should be right there at the finish again
DENISJONH – Remains in good shape and finished fourth in a handicap at Toulouse over 2000m on 27 October. Can make the frame
ALPHABIA – Has only been modest of late and finished 7th in a handicap at this track over 1600m on 25 October. Might play a minor role at best
HAUSSEZ – Not reliable and was well beaten in a handicap at this track over 2400m on 21 October. Others make more appeal
SILVER SILENT – Battling to find best form and finished 8th in a handicap at this track over 1600m on 25 October. Needs to do a bit more to win
CAVANI KAIZEN – Has only been moderate of late and finished 7th in a handicap at Marseille-Vivaux over 2000m on 6 November. Needs major improvement to win
REMIX – Showed some improvement when runner-up in a handicap at Toulouse over 2000m on 27 October. Has a place chance
CHAI D’OEUVRE – Victorious in a handicap over this course and distance on 4 November. Carries a penalty but is capable of following up
Summary: A very open lucky last race. HIGHBARI (5) is in good form and gets a narrow vote to score over a distance that clearly suits. CHAI D’OEUVRE (12) was a solid winner over this course and distance earlier this month but does need to overcome a penalty. KIRBY (3) is in good form and is capable of following up on the Dax win. VERITABLE (1) has shown improvement of late and is a threat to these rivals as well.
SELECTIONS
HIGHBARI (5) – CHAI D’OEUVRE (12) – KIRBY (3) – VERITABLE (1)
R3 CHANTILLY [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE L’EPERON – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 27,400

ALHAEBA – Has some good form and was third in a handicap at this track over 1400m on 31 October. Be right there at the finish
PEARLED MAJESTY – Showed some improvement when third in a Conditions race at Compiegne over 1800m on 10 October. Big chance
RODCHENKO – Did not run too badly when 7th in a Conditions race at Deauville over this distance o 22 October. Capable of improvement and has a place chance
BATTLE DRUM – Did not show his best when 6th in a Conditions race over this track and trip on 8 November. Capable of better and is not out of it
FREEZE THE MOMENT – Has only been modest so far and was 7th in a Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 30 October. More is needed to beat these rivals
FILICUDI – Finished 8th on debut in a Conditions race at Compiegne over 1800m on 10 October. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
WOOD MING – A two-year-old gelding by Birchwood out of Lady Ming who is making his debut. His mother won once in 8 starts. Watch the betting
RECOLLECT – A two-year-old gelding by Recoletos out of Haziyna who is making his debut. His mother did not race. Watch the betting
RODRIGUE – A two-year-old gelding by Dark Angel out of Mizz Money who is making his debut. His mother was unraced. Can be a threat
Summary: PEARLED MAJESTY (2) showed good improvement at Compiègne. This shorter distance should suit, and Christophe Soumillon can get the gelding past the post in front. RODRIGUE (9) makes his debut and could be a lively danger if ready for this. ALHAEBA (1) has some good form and did run well at this track last time out, so should be right there at the finish. BATTLE DRUM (4) is better than the last run would suggest and is clearly not out of it.
SELECTIONS
PEARLED MAJESTY (2) – RODRIGUE (9) – ALHAEBA (1) – BATTLE DRUM (4)
C2 – PRIX DE L’ETRIER – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 27,400
COCO VANILLE – Did not run too badly when 6th on debut in a Conditions race at Deauville over this distance on 22 October. Likely to improve and has claims
MACKAYA – Did not run too badly when 7th on debut in a Conditiosn race at Saint-Cloud over 1500m on 9 October. Capable of improvement and could play a minor role
MIA L’HOMBRE – Not disgraced on debut when 7th in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 8 November. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
SHOWNA – Has only been modest so far and was 6th in a Conditions race at Chantilly over this distance on 8 November. Could earn some minor money
FASHION CITY – Showed promise when third on debut in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1600m on 22 October. Be right there at the finish
ASHIPCALLEDDIGNITY – Hs not shown much in two starts and finished 9th in a Conditions race at Le Mans over this distance on 29 October. Others are preferred
HAPP’INES – Well beaten in both starts, the latest when 9th in a Conditions race over this track and trip on 25 September. Others make more appeal
VYSHYVANKA – Showed promise on debut when third in a Conditions race at Le Mans over 1600m on 29 October. Can earn some more money
VANTA – Showed improvement second time out when runner-up in a Conditions race at Le Mans over 1600m on 19 October. Can get involved with the finish
GOLD QUEEN CEN – Not disgraced when fourth on debut in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1600m on 22 October. Clearly not out of it
PERSIAN CENTURION – Has improved with each start and finished third in a Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m on 7 October. Capable of making the frame
BASANTI – A two-year-old filly by Zelzal out of Balamani who is making her debut. Her mother ws unraced. Watch the betting
Summary: There was not much between the top three selections when they met at Deauville over this distance last month. It is different conditions this time out and COCO VANILLE (1) could come out best over this course and distance. FASHION CITY (5) and PASTEL ROSE (3?) both ran with credit that day and neither would be surprise winners. VANTA (9) showed improvement second time out and is also capable of getting into the mix of things.
SELECTIONS
COCO VANILLE (1) – FASHION CITY (5) – GOLD QUEEN CEN (10) – VANTA (9)
C3 – PRIX DE LA PETITE SINGERIE – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 1 – Flat – EUR € 32,000
CIARAN – Did not show his best when tenth in a Listed race at Saint-Cloud over this distance on 9 November. In good form before that and should contest the finish
MATAURI BAY – Did not show his best when 12th in a Listed race at Deauville over 1400m on 2 November. Capable of better but others are preferred
LES PETITS PRINCES – Consistent so far and finished fourth in a Conditions race at Marseille-Borely over 1700m on 13 October. Has won over this course and distance and can score again
HEYBETLI – Has struggled of late and finished tenth in a Listed race at Deauville over 1400m on 2 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
PURE LEGEND – Did not show his best when 6th in a Conditions race at this course over 1400m on 11 October. Capable of better and can contest the finish
TIGRESS OF GAUL – Has only been modest of late and finished 7th in a Group 2 at this track over 1800m on 1 June. Returns from a break but is clearly not out of it
SOUTH BAY – Not disgraced when 5th in a Conditions race at ParisLongchamp ovr 1800m on 10 July. Capable of making the frame
GAGA GIRL – Has fair form and was fourth in a handicap at this track over 1900m on 31 October. Might play a minor role
WASSAIL – Remains in good shape and finished fourth in a Listed race at ParisLongchamp over 1800m on 22 May. Returns from a break but has claims
ANNIE’S SONG – Finished 6th at Madrid over this distance on 28 September. Needs to do a lot more to beat these rivals
Summary: LES PETITS PRINCES (3) did not have things go his way last time out at Marseille-Borély. He is unbeaten at this track and can bounce back to score. CIARAN (1) is clearly better than his performance at Saint-Cloud and would not be a surprise winner. TIGRESS OF GAUL (6) has impressed on this surface before and is in with a shout. PURE LEGEND (5) also likes this course and can get involved with the finish.
SELECTIONS
LES PETITS PRINCES (3) – CIARAN (1) – TIGRESS OF GAUL (6) – PURE LEGEND (5)
C4 – PRIX D’ORROUY – 1500m (a7f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,100
MISTY CITY – Unreliable but was runner-up in a claimer at Le Mans over 1400m on 17b November. Can make the frame
FIVESTARS – Not reliable but was not disgraced when 5th in a handicap at this track over 1400m on 31 October. Not out of it
LIEBEROSE – Only modest of late and finished 7th in a claimer at Deauville over this distance on 7 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
PLAY THE GAME – Has struggled of late and finished 8th in a handicap at this track over 1800m on 10 November. Others make more appeal
OFF TO DUBAI – Showed improvement when fourth in a handicap at this track over 1400m on 31 Octovber. Capable of scoring a race like this
NEW PEARL – Much improved last run when third in a handicap at this course over 1800m on 10 November. Capable of an upset
ARTEMISE – Showed some improvement when third in a claimer at Deauville over this distance on 7 November. Can be competitive once again
CIRCION CHOP – Has struggled of late and finishe 12th in a handicap at this course over 1800m on 10 November. Others are preferred
ZENATA – Showed improvement when third in a claimer at Lyon-La Soie over 1800m on 24 October. Might play a minor role
ARKEN – Has some fair form and finished fourth in a claimer at Deauville over 1900m on 8 November. Has a place chance
ST GERMAIN – In good shape and was runner-up in a claimer at Nancy over 1400m on 16 November. Could earn some more money
NEAR FLY – Did not show his best when 9th in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 13 November. Did better at this track and should contest the finish
SATOSHI – Has only been moderate of late and finished 7th in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 7 November. More is needed to win
Summary: A very open-looking handicap. OFF TO DUBAI (5) showed improvement at this track last month and gets a narrow vote to score. NEAR FLY (12) did better at this track in his penultimate start and could fight out the finish yet again. ARTEMISE (7) was not disgraced in a claimer and could be a threat trying a handicap. MISTY CITY (1) is not reliable but did run well at Le Mans and can go one place better this time.
SELECTIONS
OFF TO DUBAI (5) – NEAR FLY (12) – ARTEMISE (7) – MISTY CITY (1)
C5 – PRIX DE L’ABBAYE – 1500m (a7f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 25,900
ARLONG FAL – Unreliable and finished 8th in a Listed race at Bordeaux over 1600m on 29 September. Capable of an upset
HONEY PEARL – In good form and was fourth in a Conditions race at this track over 1300m on 28 October. Not out of it
PITCH PERFECT – Victorious in a handicap at this track over 1400m on 31 October. Has improved of late and can double up
MUSICAL ROSE – Has some fair form and was fourth in a Conditions race at Le Mans over 1600m on 29 October. Should contest the finish
DELIRE D’AMOUR – Victorious last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1800m on 9 October. Can follow up this shorter distance
DONNALUCATA – Unreliable and finished fourth in a Conditions race at Bordeaux over 1600m on 21 October. Could earn some money
FALOU CHOPE – Unreliable and was fourth in a claimer at Deauville over this distance on 7 November. Might earn some minor money
MONCLAR – A winner of a claimer at this course over 1800m on 14 October. Tougher task this time and others make more appeal
ALEXANDER MAXIMUS – Unreliable and finished tenth in a handicap at this course over 1800m on 10 November. Might play a minor role at best
DUCHESSE MANOIR – Much improved last run when runner-up in a handicap at this track over 1400m on 31 October. Can go one better this time
PROTAGONIST – Holding form and finished fourth in a handicap at this track over 1800m on 10 November. Can be competitive yet again
Summary: PITCH PERFECT (3) has shown good improvement of late. He picked up a heavy penalty for that win at this track but could be good enough to follow up. DUCHESSE MANOIR (10) was second best on the day behind that rival and should get a lot closer to him at these revised weights, so must be respected for that. PROTAGONIST (11) is suited to this distance and can get involved with the finish. MUSICAL ROSE (4) has run well on this surface before and is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
PITCH PERFECT (3) – DUCHESSE MANOIR (10) – PROTAGONIST (11) – MUSICAL ROSE (4)
C6 – PRIX JACKIE TAILLARD – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 22,100
MY SECRET LIGHT – Finished seventh over 1900m on this course in Claimer on 20 September. He is drawn in pole position and cannot be discounted
FERDINAND PREMIER – May not have seen out the distance when ninth over 2500m at Deauville in Handicap on 7 November. On best form shown, he should be involved at the finish
FINK PLOYD – Supplemented for this race. Finished fifth over 1900m at Deauville in Claimer on 23 October. He is well drawn in barrier two and may be the one to side with
SATURDAY NIGHT – Unplaced over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in Handicap on 9 October. She showed promise earlier in her career and can notch up her first-career victory
I AM PARADOU – Took on stronger when sixth over 2000m at Vichy in Class 2 Conditional on 22 September. Drops back in class and chance on penultimate outing
WITHOUTFURTHERADO – Finished seventh over 1600m at Galway in Ireland on 9 September. Has first run on French soil and is looking for first-career victory
BOUSSANT – Finished eighth over 2500m at Deauville in Handicap on 7 November. Others are preferred
AZ ZEIVA – Finished seventh over 1900m at Deauville in Claimer on 23 October. Needs to put best foot forward
KAWAALOT – Fair recent form. Finished fifth over 1900m at Deauville in Handicap on 2 November. He carries a light weight and would not be a surprise winner
NORDWALDE – Finished ninth over 1750m in Germany on 26 October. Others have a stronger winning chance
IFFROCTA FAL – Finished third over 2000m at Nancy in Claimer on 16 November. Chance if confirming recent improvement
GENTLE BEAR – Supplemented for this race. Finished sixth over 1900m on this course in Claimer on 31 October. Has scope and needs to improve
ABBA CHOP – Not much promise shown. Unplaced over 1900m on this course in Claimer on 31 October. Look elsewhere
SERENA – Won over 1650m at Machecoul in Conditional Maiden on 2 November. She faces stronger opposition but is well drawn in barrier three
Summary: This is a very open race. FINK PLOYD (3) was supplemented for this contest and comes off a creditable fifth-place finish at Deauville. He jumps from a good draw and may be the one to beat. FERDINAND PREMIER (2) is better than his latest effort over 2500m and can feature on best form shown. SATURDAY NIGHT (4) has scope and on her earlier form, she is more than capable of fighting out the finish. I AM PARADOU (5) drops in class and with luck from his wide barrier position, he should be competitive.
SELECTIONS
FINK PLOYD (3) – FERDINAND PREMIER (2) – SATURDAY NIGHT (4) – I AM PARADOU (5)
C7 – PRIX DU BOIS D’ENFER – 1400m (a7f) – ALL WEATHER – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 18,200
LILAS TREZY – Finished sixth over 1300m at Deauville in Handicap on 23 October. She takes on weaker and with luck in running, she can return to winning ways
BANDALIGHT – Finished behind UNE FRAGRANCE (14) when third over 1400m at Le Mans in Handicap on 29 October. There should not be much separating the pair at the finish
LA FERRETCAPIENNE – Finished seventh over 1900m on this course in Conditional Maiden on 8 November. Others are preferred
ZYA D’AUMONT – Finished fourth over 1400m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 7 November. Needs to confirm recent improvement to have a say here
MORUS – Finished fifth over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 27 October. Marie Velon knows her well, and she should be involved at the finish
BEST FIRE – Supplemented for this race. Finished behind MORUS (5) when seventh over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 27 October. May have to settle for the same result
KEY TO VICTORY – Finished behind ZYA D’AUMONT (4) when sixth over 1400m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 7 November. There should not be much separating the pair at the finish
AIR DE SAMBA – Unplaced over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 27 October. Well drawn but others are preferred
HALL OF FAME – Poor recent form. Unplaced over 1400m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 7 November. Look elsewhere
CIACCINO – In good form. Finished second over 1600m at Fontainebleau in Handicap on 3 November. Merits healthy respect
KAOUASAKI – Yet to show any promise. Unplaced over 1400m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 7 November. Overlook
PREA GIANCA – Finished ninth over 1600m at Clairefontaine in Handicap on 24 October. She is looking for her first-career victory
MAYA CHOP – Unplaced in Class 3 Handicap over 1400m at Deauville on 7 November. Will need some luck from the wide draw
UNE FRAGRANCE – Finished second over 1400m at Le Mans in Handicap on 29 October. She has a wide draw to contend with but cannot be ignored
ORLOVKA – Unplaced over 1600m at Clairefontaine in Handicap on 24 October. Drawn in pole position but more is needed to win
IMAYA – Has lost best form. Finished eighth over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in Conditional Maiden on 12 November. Others have a stronger winning chance
Summary: LILAS TREZY (1) has faced stronger in recent outings. She does have a wide draw to overcome but with luck in running, she may be the one to beat. MORUS (5) comes into this contest in fair form and is suited to the all-weather surface. He is one of the leading contenders. BEST FIRE (6) should have finished closer to the winner last time and on her penultimate effort, she should have a say in the outcome of this contest. If there is a fast pace, UNE FRAGRANCE (14) should produce another honest performance.
SELECTIONS
LILAS TREZY (1) – MORUS (5) – BEST FIRE (6) – UNE FRAGRANCE (14)
C8 – PRIX DE L’ARBRE A FOUGERES – 1400m (a7f) – ALL WEATHER – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,200
BELLA INDIA – Poor last two starts. Unplaced over 1200m at Deauville in Handicap on 22 October. Is looking for first-career victory
DESERT ROSE – Finished seventh over 1200m at Deauville in Handicap on 22 October. Needs to find form of penultimate outing when runner-up on this course
GOLDEN ALQA – Good consistent form lines. Finished second over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in Handicap on 5 November. Merits healthy respect
STUNNING HERO – Unplaced over 1300m at Deauville in Handicap on 23 October. Needs to put best foot forward to have a say
ASTON CLINTON – Finished ninth over 1400m at Clairefontaine in Claimer on 21 October. Needs to find best form to feature
MY QUEEN – Unplaced over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 27 October. She will need luck from the wide barrier position
POSAFOLIE – Finished ninth over 1100m at Le Croise-Laroche in Class 4 Handicap on 6 October. Look elsewhere
TOOGOODTOBEROOD – Unplaced over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in Claimer on 9 July. Returns from a rest and may be in need of the outing
FIREMAN – Finished fifth over 1400m at Le Mans in Handicap on 29 October. Chance if finding form of penultimate run when victorious at Nantes
MISS DAVIER – Unplaced over 1400m at Le Mans in Handicap on 29 October. Chance on previous form shown
HAPPY SPIRIT – Unplaced in both outings this year, the latest of which was over 1400m at Compiegne in Conditional Maiden on 16 June. Needs to show improvement
TIZIAN – Won over 1400m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 7 November. Drawn in pole position and cannot be discounted
OAXACA – Finished second over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 27 October. She is in a good space and can go one better
NIKULYA FAL – Finished behind OAXACA (13) when fourth over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 27 October. May have to settle for the same result
UMAMI – Finished third in last two starts, the latest of which was over 1400m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 7 November. The booking of Maxime Guyon is a big plus
REUX – Decent recent form. Finished third over 1600m at Fontainebleau in Handicap on 3 November. Eddy Hardouin rides and is one of the leading contenders
Summary: UMAMI (15) has finished third in her last two starts and carries a nice weight. Maxime Guyon rides and she can return to winning ways. REUX (16) has decent recent form lines to his credit. Eddy Hardouin rides and he is a big threat. OAXACA (13) ran a good race when second over this course and distance last time. If repeating that effort, she should be competitive. GOLDEN ALQA (3) is an honest individual who always gives of her best. With luck in running, she may be rewarded for consistency.
SELECTIONS
UMAMI (15) – REUX (16) – OAXACA (13) – GOLDEN ALQA (3)
C9 – PRIX DE LA ROUTE DE L’ARBRE A FOUGERES – 1400m (a7f) – ALL WEATHER – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 24,000
APOGEO – Finished sixth over 1200m on this course in Class 2 Conditional on 25 September. He is ideally suited to this course and should be involved at the finish
HEMEVEZ – Finished third over 1600m at Angers in Class 2 Conditional on 2 November. He is in a good space and cannot be discounted
COKTAIL – Finished seventh over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in Class 2 Conditional on 16 October. Look elsewhere
DOBBA – Had excuses when eighth over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 27 October. Christophe Soumillon rides and big chance on previous form
PRECIOSO – Unplaced in last two starts, the latest of which was over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 27 October. Overlook
AL MAX – In good form. Finished third over 1800m on this course in Handicap on 14 October. He should have a say in the outcome of this contest
FAR BEYOND – Finished sixth over 1400m at Parislongchamp in Class 3 Handicap on 19 October. Others have a stronger winning chance
VICTORY FOLIE – Finished fourth over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 27 October. Chance with luck from the wide barrier position
THE DOCTOR – Had to overcome the widest draw when ninth over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 27 October. Jumps from barrier five and can go close on best form shown
MARKUS – Won over 1500m at Deauville in Handicap on 23 October. Will need some luck from the wide barrier position
MAROONED – Finished third over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 27 October. Needs to confirm recent improvement
THE SHADOW – Has good consistent form lines to her name. Finished second over 1200m on this course in Class 2 Conditional on 25 September. Merits healthy respect
ANANTEAL – Won over 1400m at Le Mans in Handicap on 29 October. Is in a good space but may find this to be a difficult task
CALA ROSSA – Finished fifth over 1400m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 23 October. Is looking for first-career victory
BREIZHY BOY – Finished second over 1300m at Deauville in Claimer on 1 November. Has scope but others are preferred
PHILARMONIQUE – Won over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 27 October. Drawn in pole position and merits obvious consideration
Summary: THE DOCTOR (9) is better than recent form and had to overcome the widest draw over this course and distance last time. He jumps from a handy barrier position and can go close. DOBBA (4) had excuses in his last outing and is a big runner on previous form. APOGEO (1) carries a big weight, but he is ideally suited to this course. He jumps from a good draw of four and Marie Velon is booked to ride. HEMEVEZ (2) is an inconsistent individual and on best form shown, he should have a say in the outcome of this contest.
SELECTIONS
THE DOCTOR (9) – DOBBA (4) – APOGEO (1) – HEMEVEZ (2)
R4 SAINT GALMIER [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DES TOURNESOLS – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class G Amateur Drivers – Harness – EUR € 6,000

IZZIA HIGHLAND – Only modest of late and finished 8th in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. Capable of better and is not out of it
INTEL – Disappointing last run when 6th in class E at Marseille-Vivaux over 2650m on 2 November. Capable of better and has claims
GIN KAS – Has only been modest of late and was 6th in class G at Lyon-Parilly over 2700m on 11 November. Others make more appeal
INDIGO – Unreliable and was 6th in class G at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 1 November. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
INDY VET – In very good form and was 3rd in class E at Marseille-Vivaux over 2650m on 2 November. Be right there at the finish
GAROU DE BOURGOGNE – Unreliable and finished 7th in class G at Hyeres over 2050m on 9 November. Can be competitive in this line-up
HELLINE SERVINOISE – Only modest of late and was 7th in class G at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 11 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
IVAN LENDEL – Disqualified in class G at Bollene over 2800m on 12 October. Victorious in September but this is a tougher task
JOLIE LAURA – Did not show her best when 10th in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. Has a place chance on best form
HORTANCE FOLLE – Has struggled of late and was 9th in class H at Paray-Le-Monial over 2625m on 16 November. Needs major improvement to win
IAKA – Not reliable and was 6th in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. Can get involved with the finish
HACKER JULRY – Not disgraced when 5th in class F at Paray-Le-Monial over 2625m on 16 November. Quite capable of making the frame
Summary: INTEL (2) did not show his best side last time out at Marseille-Vivaux but he boasts a nice record in the amateur division and has to be hugely respected. A winner at this very same course last month, INDY VET (5) is another one who always enjoys racing in this division and is shortlist material. IAKA (11) does not have much room for maneuver but still brings fair consistent form in the amateur division and must be given consideration. IZZIA HIGHLAND (1) runs barefoot for the first time in an amateur race and could be another one worth a good look in.
SELECTIONS
INTEL (2) – INDY VET (5) – IAKA (11) – IZZIA HIGHLAND (1)
C2 – PRIX ICI SAINT-ETIENNE LOIRE – 2000m (a1m1/4) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 16,500
NOT ALONE – Only modest so far and was 5th in a claimer at Agen-Le Passage over 2650m on 3 November. More is needed to beat thes rivals
NUIT DES LOUANGES – Disqualified in class E at Lyon-Parilly over 2100m on 5 October. Has not shown much so far and others are preferred
NAXOS DIBAH – Not disgraced when 3rd in class G on debut at Montier-En-Der over 2300m on 24 August. Can make the frame
NEMO DES BROUETS – Improving and was 3rd in class E at Salon-De-Provence over 2200m on 25 October. Can contest the finish again
NAFI DE REVE D’OR – Victorious in Class F on debut at Alencon over 2650m on 19 October. Can double up this shorter distance
NO QUARTER – A winner of a Class F on debut at Strasbourg over 2200m on 2 November. Capable of following up with another win
NOBLE CHARM – Disqualified in class D on debut at Lyon-La Soie over 2050m on 1 November. Has room to improve but others are preferred
NOVERRIO – Showed promise when third in class F on debut at Montier-En-Der over 2025m on 12 October. Can be competitive again
NIFTY DREAM – A two-year-old gelding by Fifty Kalouma out of Chance To Dream who is making his debut. His mother did not win a race after 4 starts. Watch the betting
NOW AND THEN – A two-year-old colt by Boccador de Simm out of It’s Now Or Never who is making his debut. His mother won 4 of her 21 starts. Watch the betting
NEW YORK D’ATOUT – Debut attempt for two-year-old filly by Fabulous Wood out of New York Jet. Her mother won 1 of her 20 starts. Watch the betting
Summary: NAFI DE REVE D’OR (5) was a nice winner of her first career start and left an excellent visual impression that day. She has plenty more to offer and can follow up, but the same can be said of NO QUARTER (6) who was very dominant first time up at Strasbourg. NEMO DES BROUETS (4) has a nice progressive profile and has a solid each-way chance. NAXOS DIBAH (3) made a promising debut to his career on turf and should enjoy the switch to a hard surface.
SELECTIONS
NAFI DE REVE D’OR (5) – NO QUARTER (6) – NEMO DES BROUETS (4) – NAXOS DIBAH (3)
C3 – PRIX DES LAVANDES – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 20,000
LOLITA DE JEMAX – Disqualified in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. Has major disqualification issues and is best watched for now
LAO DE NAPPES – Improving and was runner-up in class E at Carpentras over 2650m on 4 October. Victorious in September and should be a lively danger
LOTUS DE CHANTEINS – Did not show his best when 7th in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November when barefoot. Not barefoot this time and others make more appeal
LIBRE D’EMOTION – Unreliable but was 3rd in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. Might play a minor role at very best
LOLITA D’ECOTAY – Has struggled of late and was 11th in Class D at Lyon-Parilly over 2600m on 27 October. Unreliable and others are preferred
LITCHI JULRY – Not disgraced when 4th in class F at Marseille-Vivaux over 2650m on 2 November. Victorious in October and has a place chance
LEADER RASTID – A winner in Class F at Hyeres over 2650m on 9 November. Not easy to trust but is capable of earning some money
LOULOU DU SABLIER – A winner of a Class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. Victorious in two of last three races and is not out of it
L’ILE DU TRIEUX – Victorious in Class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. Has disqualifiation issues but could follow up
LEXUBERANDS – Showed improvement when 4th in class E at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 11 November. Has won three of nine career attempts and can contest the finish
LOLLIPOP THE BEST – Has some fair form and finished 4th in class E at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 11 November. Can contest the finish
LEADER OAKS – Disqualified five times in a row, the latest n class E at Lyon-Parilly over 2600m on 15 November. Capable of making the frame when smart
LUPIN D’ETE – Victorious in Class D at Vichy over 2800m on 30 June. A winner of two of last three races, Can win again
Summary: LUPIN D’ETE (13) is a smart horse and showed before that he can run well fresh off a break. He gets the vote ahead of LEXUBERANDS (10) whose last effort at Lyon la Soie did not go unnoticed. LAO DE NAPPES (2) has a nice progressive profile and could have a say in the outcome. LOLLIPOP THE BEST (11) was a game fourth in her last run in this division and has obvious claims on the back of this performance.
SELECTIONS
LUPIN D’ETE (13) – LEXUBERANDS (10) – LAO DE NAPPES (2) – LOLLIPOP THE BEST (11)
C4 – PRIX SAINT-ETIENNE LA METROPOLE – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 30,000
HERMINE DU SABLIER – Has struggled of late and finished 9th in class E at Lyon-Parilly over 2600m on 15 November. Capable of better but others are preferred
INES GRIFF – Showed some improvement when 3rd in class E at Paray-Le-Monial over 2625m on 16 November. Could play a minor role
ILLUSTRE DE CHENOU – In good shape and was 4th in class E at Marseille-Borély over 2300m on 14 November. A winner in October and is barefoot. Consider
INDY DE LANDEMER – Disqualified in class E at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 11 November. A winner in September but others are preferred
HARPIE GIBUS – Has only been modest of late and was 7th in class E at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
ITEM DE MONTCIANT – Not reliable but was 3rd in class E at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 11 November. Has a place chance in this line-up
ISCHIA SAINT CLAIR – Disappointing of late and was 9th in class E at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. A winner in August but others make more appeal
INES D’HERMES – Disqualified in class F at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 4 November. Capable of a surprise when in the right mood
HARLEQUIN – Unreliable and was 7th in class D over this track and trip on 4 November. Needs to do a bit more to win
HOUPETTE ROSE – A good 3rd in class D over this track and trip on 4 November. Can get into the mix of things once again
HELMA DE BUSSET – Disqualified in class E at Paray-le-Monial over 2625m on 16 November. Victorious in November and is barefoot and ready to strike
IRIS RIVOISE – Unreliable and was 6th in class E at Marseille-Vivaux over 2650m on 2 November. May play a minor role at very best
IDEAL DE RIVRAY – Disqualified in class D at Laval over 2850m on 7 November. Victorious in April and is not out of it in this line-up
IPPON DE MONTCEAU – Disqualified in class E at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 11 November. Was threatening to win before that and must be respected for that
IRIS FROM – Has some fair form and was 5th in class E at Machecoul over 2700m on 2 November. Capable of winning a race of this nature
GHOST DES CHARRONS – Has struggled of late and finished 6th in class E at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 11 November. Remains barefoot but others are preferred
Summary: IRIS FROM (15) was a very good finisher in her last run at Machecoul and ships a long way for this race. She is a tentative pick despite her tricky starting position on the second row. IPPON DE MONTCEAU (14) looked like a potential winner of his last race before a late sanction and is worth another chance. IDEAL DE RIVRAY (13) is not the most reliable performer but he can win a race like that if applied. HELMA DE BUSSET (11) is best judged on her win at this course two starts ago and warrants some consideration too.
SELECTIONS
IRIS FROM (15) – IPPON DE MONTCEAU (14) – IDEAL DE RIVRAY (13) – HELMA DE BUSSET (11)
C5 – PRIX SERGE PELTIER – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 20,000
KATINKA MIXO – Disqualified in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 15 November. Has major disqualification issues and is best watched for now
KINGSTON SPORT – In good shape and finished 3rd in class E at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 11 November. Can be competitive again
KALI DU PERIGORD – Unreliable and finished 4th in class G at Pontchâteau over 2800m on 1 November. Can earn some minor money
KAMELIA DE BUSSET – Not reliable but was 3rd in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. Place chance on best form
KRYSTAL DE BERAR – Only modest of late and finished 7th in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. Needs to do more to win this race
KEBIR JOLI – Disqualified in class E at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 27 October. Others are much preferred this time
KIDS DU BASSIN – Disqualified in class E at Marseille-Borély over 3000m on 17 October. Unreliable and needs to do more to beat these rivals
KELLY DU LYONNAIS – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest in class E at Paray-Le-Monial over 2625m 16 November. Has major disqualification issues and others are preferred
KAISER DE CHANLECY – A winner of a Class E at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 11 November. In good form and can double up in this line-up
KID PADDLE – Battling to find best form and was 5th in class F at Paray-Le-Monial over 2625m on 16 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
KLIC JULRY – Disqualified in class F at Marseille-Borély over 2300m on 8 November. Inconsistent but is capable of earning some money
KEROS DU BAS BOSQ – Only modest of late and finishd 7th in class E at Salon-de-Provence over 2200m on 25 October. Victorious in June and is capable of an upset
KARLTON DE JOUX – Very consistent and was runner-up in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. Big chance
KOTKITA – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. Capable of winning when staying on the trot
KUNG FU FAMILY – Disqualified in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. In very good form before that and can contest the finish
KINGSLEY – Not disgraced when 5th in class E at Salon-De-Provence over 2200m on 25 October. Victorious in September and can make the frame
Summary: KARLTON DE JOUX (13) is still lightly raced at the age of 5 and looks a nice horse on the making. Without incident he should prove hard to beat. KUNG FU FAMILY (15) runs barefoot this Friday and should leave behind his last below-par effort. KOTKITA (14) is expected to show a better side of herself back over a right-handed course and can make amends following a disappointing last run. KINGSTON SPORT (2) is not devoid of ability and could make an impact from a good starting berth on the front line.
SELECTIONS
KARLTON DE JOUX (13) – KUNG FU FAMILY (15) – KOTKITA (14) – KINGSTON SPORT (2)
C6 – PRIX DES OEILLETS – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class F Amateur Riders – Harness – EUR € 18,500
JUNON DU VASSET – Victorious in Class F at Toulouse over 2750m on 31 October. A winner of two of last three races and can score again
JACKPOT MATH – Disqualified in class F at Saint-Galmier over 2600m on 4 November. Very unreliable and others are preferred
JOLIE CADENCE – Holding form and finished 4th in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2600m on 27 October. Should be competitive once again
JIPSY DES AIRES – Knocking very loudly and was runner-up in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2600m on 27 October. Be right there at the finish
JINGLE KOP – Showed some improvement when 3rd in class F at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 1 November. Can contest the finish
JASMIN D’ENOGAT – Disqualified in class D at Saint-Galmier over 2600m on 4 November. Not easy to trust but could play a minor role
JYSKO DE GODREL – Not reliable and was 3rd in class G at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 1 November. Could earn some minor money at very best
JOKER DU BOIROND – Not reliable and finished 6th in class E at Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 2 November. A winner in June and is not out of it
JULIANA DU LOISIR – Disqualified in class G at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 11 November. Has major disqualification issues and others are preferred
JADE D’ALLIGNY – Did not show her best when 7th in class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2700m on 27 October. Has a place chance in this line-up
JAMBEROO – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class G at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 1 November. Unreliable and others make more appeal
JUNGLE DU CAUX – Disqualified in class G at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 12 October. Hard to trust and others make more appeal
JOURNEY – Not disgraced when 5th in class F at Saint-Galmier over 2600m on 4 November. Has shown improvement and can earn some minor money
JUST DO IT FOR ME – Has struggled of late and was 11th in Class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2600m on 27 October. Needs to do more to win this race
JUDYRA BOISSIERE – Has struggled of late and was 11th in Class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2600m on 27 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
Summary: JUNON DU VASSET (1) is clearly a nice filly on the making and surely has the ability to continue her winning sequence. JIPSY DES AIRES (4) has been knocking hard at the door and looks the biggest danger to the selection. JOLIE CADENCE (3) seems to have come to terms with herself and could be absolutely anything. JINGLE KOP (5) appears to be back on song and must enter calculations.
SELECTIONS
JUNON DU VASSET (1) – JIPSY DES AIRES (4) – JOLIE CADENCE (3) – JINGLE KOP (5)
C7 – PRIX DES ANCIENS COMMISSAIRES – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 20,000
KERMES QUICK – Not reliable and finished 7th in a Class F at Paray-le-Monial over 2625m on 16 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win trying a mounted race
JECKO DE MORGE – Unreliable and finished fourth in a Class F mounted race at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 9 November. Has a place chance in this line-up
JEUDI D’AUBRIERE – Unreliable and was 12th in a Class F mounted race at Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 2 November. Did better before that and could earn some minor money
JOUVENCE – Disqualified in four of his last five starts, including last time at Bollène over 2800m on 12 October. Hard to trust and others are preferred
KENYA D’HERFRAIE – Disqualified last time out at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 11 September. Has won at this course but others make more appeal
KAZANKINA SPORT – Holding form and finished fourth in a Class E harness race over 2700m on 11 November. Tries a mounted race and could earn some minor money
JORDEN VET – Unreliable and finished 7th in a Class G harness race at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 17 September. Tries a mounted race and might play a minor role
KALISTA TILOU – Has only been modest of late and finished 8th in a Class F harness race at this track on 4 November. Can bounce back to score under the saddle
KANELLE DU VAL – Only modest of late and finished 9th in a Class F harness race at this track over 2600m on 4 November. Capable of making the frame
KOLBY DE GORGERE – Only moderate of late and finished 6th in a Class G harness race at Toulouse over 2950m on 14 November. More is needed to beat these rivals
IBANQUI – Struggling to find best form and finished 8th in a Class H harness race at Paray-le-Monial over 2625m on 16 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
JACEE DE BUSSIERES – Disqualified in her last three starts, the latest at Graison over 2650m on 28 September. Hard to trust and others are preferred
JEANNOT DU SABLIER – Has struggled of late and finished unplaced in a Class F harness race at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 15 November. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
HADRIEN MERITE – Has major disqualification issues and finished 8th in a Class G mounted race at Marseille-Borély over 3025m on 28 August. Hard to trust and others are preferred
JASON D’EOLE – Victorious in a Class G mounted race at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 11 November. Can double up in a competitive race.
JINGLE DES BROUETS – Not reliable and finished 9th in a Class E mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 14 November. Others make more appeal
IDEAL DU GROIZEAU – Not disgraced when fourth in a Class F mounted race at Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 2 November. Can get involved with the finish again
Summary: An interesting race. JASON D’EOLE (15) was a very easy winner at Lyon-La Soie earlier this month and that form should set the standard for the race. IDEAL DU GROIZEAU (17) is clearly capable of challenging for top honours. KALISTA TILOU (8) was a winner the only time she tried a mounted race and could be a real threat to these rivals. KANELLE DU VAL (9) is not reliable but is barefoot and capable of making the frame.
SELECTIONS
JASON D’EOLE (15) – IDEAL DU GROIZEAU (17) – KALISTA TILOU (8) – KANELLE DU VAL (9)
C8 – PRIX DES LUPINS – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 20,000
MERINDOL – Showed some improvement when 4th in class E at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 27 October. A winner back in April and is not out of it
MAREVA – Has struggled of late and was 12th in Class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 30 October. Victorious on debut in March and is not out of it
MY STAR HIGHLAND – Victorious in Class E at Salon-de-Provence over 2200m on 19 October. Unbeaten in two starts and can complete the hat-trick
MY LADY ISLAND – Disqualified in class E at Toulouse over 2150m on 27 October. Had some fair form before that and can contest the finish
MILLENIUM ROC – Unreliable and was runner-up in class F at Nimes over 2750m on 1 November. Can go one place better this time
MADISON DE JOUDES – Not reliable and was 6th in class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 3 November. Capable of an upset on best form
MISAKI D’OURVILLE – Did not show her best when 10th in class D at Feurs over 2100m on 15 October. In very good form before that and can bunce back to score
MIDAHO – Unreliable and finished 11th in Class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 17 September. Victorious in August and could earn some money
MAESTRO D’ESPACE – Disqualified in class F at Lyon-La Soie over 2050m on 1 November. Has disqualification issues and others are preferred
MAN CITY – Has only been modest of late and finished 6th in class D over this track and trip on 29 June. More is needed win this race
MY GIRL DEHEL – Not disgraced when 5th in class D at Lyon-Parilly over 2100m on 8 June. A winner in May but might need this run returning from a break
MEMPHIS ROCK – Disqualified ifour times in a row, the latest in class E at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 27 September. Capable of being a threat when staying in stride
MOGADOR DE LATZ – In good shape and was runner-up in class F at Lyon-La Soie over 2050m on 1 November. Can be competitive yet again
MANON DES CHAMPS – Unreliable and was 3rd in class E at this track over 2650m on 23 August. Might play a minor role at very best
MAGNUS ROMO – In good shape and was 3rd in class F at Lyon-La Soie over 2050m on 1 November. Might be better that shorter distance
Summary: MY STAR HIGHLAND (3) has looked very good so far. She won her first two starts and David Békaert can complete the hat-trick with her. The lucky last race is at her mercy. MISAKI D’OURVILLE (7) drops in class and could be a threat to these rivals. MAREVA (2) is best judged on the good win in March and can contest the finish. MY LADY ISLAND (4) is also capable of making the frame, as the last-start disqualification is best ignored.
SELECTIONS – MY STAR HIGHLAND (3) – MISAKI D’OURVILLE (7) – MAREVA (2) – MY LADY ISLAND (4)

French Selections Friday 21st

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