French Selections Saturday 22nd

R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX VOURASIE – 2200m (a1m1/2) – Gr3 – Harness – EUR € 60,000

NOVA DE CELLAND – Would have finished closer in Gr.3 Prix Marcel Dejean over course and distance on 17 October had she been afforded a run. With form maintained, and a better trip, can play an active role this time
NESTOLA – Takes a leap in category after running 2nd in a Class D over course and distance 3 weeks ago and appears to have very limited prospects
NACRE DU MOUTHIEUX – Won a Class D over course and distance with authority on 12 September. Has not raced since, and is untried at this level, but has buckets of talent and will be justifiably well supported
NOVA ISTORIA CHOC – Solid in all 3 so far, latterly 2nd to NANIKA DU PONT (5) in a 2875m Enghien Class B on 16 October, but would be preferred a category down
NANIKA DU PONT – Got off the mark in good order here in mid-October, securing a 2875m Enghien Class B, but in this company will have her work cut out
NYMPHE D’ELLE – Close 2nd to NAYARA (7) in a Class B here on 3 November. Has done everything asked of her to date but represents no more than a minor place chance
NAYARA – Improving sort that won a Class B over course and distance early this month, on first start for new trainer. Still has ground to make up but is a progressive filly that can make her presence felt
NORMANDIE NIEMEN – Classy future prospect that could well have won a Class A here in late-September had she not lost her action. More than made amends at Graignes and David Thomain will be out to prove a point. Claim
NOCIVE DU CHOQUEL – Runner-up in both starts here, most recently to NOUBA DU BAS BOSQ (10) in Prix Marcel Dejean last month, and has every right to take her chances here. First 5
NOUBA DU BAS BOSQ – Has gone from strength to strength since her July debut, making it 4 for 4 in Gr.3 Prix Marcel Dejean under these conditions on 17 October. Faces main threat from her stable companion but is still a leading proposition
Summary: Philippe Allaire has won four of the last 6 renewals of this race, presents NORMANDIE NIEMEN (8) who has won 3 of her 4 starts to date, and looks set to add another Prix Vourasie to his tally. David Thomain will still want to be wary of stablemate NOUBA DU BAS BOSQ (10) who has yet to taste defeat, and the Duvaldestin NACRE DU MOUTHIEUX (3) who starts for the first time since flying up over course and distance over 2 months ago. NOVA DE CELLAND (1) ran 2nd to her that day before being denied a run in the Gr.3 Prix Marcel Dejean.
SELECTIONS
NORMANDIE NIEMEN (8) – NOUBA DU BAS BOSQ (10) – NACRE DU MOUTHIEUX (3) – NOVA DE CELLAND (1)
C2 – PRIX TIMOKO – 2200m (a1m1/2) – Gr3 – Harness – EUR € 60,000
NET MONEY – Opened Vincennes account late last month at first time of asking. Is clearly a useful future prospect and even though in superior company this time still looks a major player
NAT KING COLE – Made short work of an Enghien Class C before losing his action in Gr.3 Prix Louis Cauchois on 17 October. Was plainly in form that day, has had ample time to recalibrate, and must not be underestimated
NELSON DE BUSSET – Last of 5 finishers to NECTAR D’AVIGNERE (9) in Gr.3 Prix Louis Cauchois here last month, and would have better chances at a lower level
NEW SUCCESS – Made short work of a 2875m Enghien Class B 9 days ago. NELSON EMGE (7) is the only horse to beat him and Yoann Lebourgeois can be legitimately confident of a competitive performance
NEVER FORGET – Sent for a rest after winning a 2100m Class B here on 1 September. Has bags of promise but is unlikely to be pushed hard on his first start back
NITRO DAIRPET – 4th in race of reference before coming 2nd in a Class B under these conditions early this month. Alexandre Abrivard in the bike this time but still not a priority
NELSON EMGE – Good 2nd in a Class A over course and distance before coming in a fast-finishing 2nd to NECTAR D’AVIGNERE (9) in Gr.3 Prix Louis Cauchois over track and trip on 17 October, and with form maintained should have the upper hand this time
NOBEL VENESI – Has hardly put a foot wrong since starting to race left-handed, latterly 3rd to NECTAR D’AVIGNERE (9) in 17 October race of reference. Is not about to cause an upset but can still pick up a first-5 cheque
NECTAR D’AVIGNERE – Won 2 of last 3 starts, most recently the Gr.3 Prix Louis Cauchois over course and distance on 17 October. Eric Raffin stays faithful and will not be satisfied with 2nd place. Chance
Summary: A serious colt that just missed out in the Gr.3 Prix Louis Cauchois here last month, NELSON EMGE (7) most certainly has the class to turn the tables on NECTAR D’AVIGNERE (9) who had his measure that day. NET MONEY (1) imposed with ease on his Vincennes bow in late-October and has progress written all over him. Back at Vincennes after comfortably imposing across town, NEW SUCCESS (4) must be considered a decent place chance.
SELECTIONS
NELSON EMGE (7) – NECTAR D’AVIGNERE (9) – NET MONEY (1) – NEW SUCCESS (4)
C3 – PRIX JOSEPH LAFOSSE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Gr2 – Mounted – EUR € 120,000
EMPIRE AS – In the frame in both monte starts to date, most recently 2nd in a Class C here late last month. Appears to have considerable untapped potential, and runs barefoot, but still cannot be considered a priority
KATCHINA FOR CLARA – Honest mare that always gives her best but will need to show marked improvement on recent 5th to KEENGAME (5) in 2175m Gr.2 Prix Xavier de Saint Palais here on 7 November
KID BELLAY – Fine campaigner that seldom disappoints in the day’s configuration. Has had the benefit of a pair of return runs and is in with a realistic shout of making the frame
KATINKA AIMEF – Sent for a break after dominating the Gr.1 Prix de Normandie last June. Has one conditioner in him since and if fully fit can deny KEENGAME (5) the double
KEENGAME – Made up for Gr.2 Prix Edmond Henry elimination when courageously winning 2175m Prix Xavier de Saint Palais here a fortnight ago. 2700m not her favourite trip but still has the class to give KATINKA AIMEF (4) a run for her money
KELLY DE BANVILLE – Can prove a handful but has bags of ability, latterly 2nd to KEENGAME (5) in 2175m Gr.2 Prix Xavier de Saint Palais here on 7 November, and with application can again finish in the mix
KYRIELLE DES VAUX – Gr.1 winner at 4 but has not been as sharp since. Has 2 conditioners in her following a long layoff, and even though shod to preference, still looks an outsider
KYT KAT – Showed great tenacity to win the Gr.2 Prix Edmond Henry over course and distance on 10 October. Is a tough nut when barefoot and focused but looks more a place prospect this time around
Summary: Mares appear to have the upper hand here in what looks a particularly interesting duel between brilliant Gr.1 Prix de Normandie winner KATINKA AIMEF (4), who will be barefoot following her Laval harness conditioner, and runner-up KEENGAME (5) who most recently secured the Gr.2 Prix Xavier de Saint Palais. Normandie 3rd, KID BELLAY (3), has a pair of runs in him since the break, will be shod to preference, and Eric Raffin can justifiably expect to finish close. KYT KAT (8) put on quite the show to win the Gr.2 Prix Edmond Henry in early-October and deserves to be taken seriously.
SELECTIONS
KATINKA AIMEF (4) – KEENGAME (5) – KID BELLAY (3) – KYT KAT (8)
C4 – PRIX DANIEL MIETTE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 75,000
IACYNTHE DIDJEAP – Disappointing 8th in a Class C here late last month. Takes a notable hike in category and chances appear slim
HELLO PANAME – Starts for the first time since mid-September. Out of the picture in last 4 Vincennes starts and can be passed over
HOLD UP DU DIGEON – Sprang a 33-1 surprise when 2nd in a 3000m GNT Gr.3 at Nantes 2.5 weeks ago. Alexandre Abrivard in the bike this time but a repeat seems unlikely
HEADSCOTT – Ran 6th to IN RED (7) in 4 November race of reference over a trip which was far from ideal. Is in his element this time and, if fully fit, will not be far off the mark
GORDON MIJACK – Has not been seen out since running 3rd in a monte Class B under these conditions on 12 September. Shoes fitted and no threat
GIMS DU PLESSIS – Reassuring 2nd over course and distance on 3 November before being eliminated early over 2850m next time. Is plainly in fine form and can pick up some prizemoney if he gets off on the right foot
IN RED – A veritable metronome in the day’s configuration, beat a number of these over 2100m here on comeback earlier in the month, and will be reined by JMB this time. Attention
INDUS VAL – Quality individual facing first goal of the winter meeting after having made his comeback in Mons 10 days ago. Is proven at this level but takes on some very good horses this time and looks a minor place chance at best
INDY DARK – Made up for October run when close 2nd in a Class B under these conditions a fortnight back. Is a tough nut when barefoot over 2700m here and must be considered a contender
HARISON DU PLESSIS – Ran 4th to IN RED (7) here on 4 November before coming 5th in a Bordeaux Class C conditioner 10 days ago. Has never failed to fire under these conditions and is not about to start now. First 5
HURRICANE CARTER – Fine servant that has been knocking at the door for some time. Is in his category and deserves to be rewarded one of these days. Claim
GINO VIVA – Left a good impression when 5th of 10 to IN RED (7) in a 2100m Class B 2.5 weeks ago, however confirmation will not be forthcoming
ISOFOU DU CHENE – Put in a superb finish to run 3rd of 10 to IN RED (7) in a 2100m Class B 2.5 weeks ago. Is as versatile as they come and should again figure prominently
ISTER MAN – Had been shaping up well in the provinces before coming an unlucky 7th of 10 in 4 November race of reference, and will not be far from the action if afforded a run this time around
IROISE DE LA NOE – Classy mare with form at a superior level and boasts an excellent record over 2700m here. Makes just 2nd start back but is plainly in competition-mode and can get her nose in front
HERADAMES – Drops back in category after failing to deliver in a 2850m Gr.3 here 9 days ago and is not about to create an upset
Summary: A wonderful servant that has taken his game to a new level this year, the reconfigured HURRICANE CARTER (11) has finished 2nd in his last 3 starts and it is only a question of time before he gets back in the winners’ enclosure. He will still face opposition from the well-engaged IROISE DE LA NOE (15) who sports a new configuration for her first objective of the winter, and ISOFOU DU CHENE (13) who has finished a place behind Yoann Lebourgeois’ horse in 2 of his last 3 starts, and who will be barefoot for the occasion. HEADSCOTT (4) has a pair of runs under his belt following a lengthy layoff and should be fit enough to contest the finish this time. INDY DARK (9) just missed out here 2 weeks ago and will be no pushover.
SELECTIONS
HURRICANE CARTER (11) – IROISE DE LA NOE (15) – ISOFOU DU CHENE (13) – HEADSCOTT (4)
C5 – PRIX DE CHAROLLES – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 35,000
LA STAR DES ISLES – Hardy element making first appearance in the capital. Is barefoot following a necessary conditioner but would be preferred going clockwise
LADY D’ECAJEUL – Pleasant 4th of 8 in a 2175m Class D here a month back. Has been reconfigured, will be fully fit, and from the 2-spot can give this a good go. Place chance
LUNA DE MALAC – Completely out of the equation on comeback here 2.5 weeks ago, and with shoes fitted will have nothing to offer
LACIENDA FLASH – Not without merit but has not been seen out since 12 September. Has previously won over the main track but represents a minor place chance at best this time
LILOU DE GUOZ – Sent for a rest after securing the hat-trick in early-August. Is in competition-mode this time and will be expected to bring the fight to LAMBADA GIRL (11)
LUNE LUMALO – Honest mare that came 5th of 13 in a 2850m Class E here last weekend. Runs barefoot this time and, while not a priority, cannot be entirely ruled out either
LIBERTY HEROLD – Has demonstrated quite a liking for 2100m over the main track. Is unlikely to impose this time but will not be far off the mark
LUCKY STAR JIEL – Scored for the first time in 20 months when dominating a 2400m Amiens Class E 9 days ago. Is forced to start wide but enjoys a fine entry and Franck Ouvrie will be keen to deliver
LOZEN DE BANVILLE – Gave a reassuring account in a claimer over the short course late last month. In this company though has no possible chance
LUTECE PLANCHETTE – Has done nothing but improve over recent weeks, latterly running 2nd in a Graignes Class E. Is in a totally different category this time though and is unlikely to spice things up
LAMBADA GIRL – Stormed up at Challans before losing her action when full of running over the short course 12 days ago. Has already won 3 times for Eric Raffin who will be determined to set the record straight
LISA DE PERVENCHE – Eliminated early over course and distance 2.5 weeks ago, but redeemed herself 8 days later at Bordeaux when 3rd on 15 in a 2550m Class E. Alexandre Abrivard in the bike this time and, despite the draw, still looks competitively well in
LUDMILLA HAUFOR – Has looked decidedly ordinary since moving back to Paris and can be confidently ruled out
Summary: LAMBADA GIRL (11) fell foul of her own temperament here recently, when clearly in excellent shape; she goes barefoot again and should have this in the bag provided Eric Raffin manages to keep her focused. Better-placed on the front line following her re-entry run, LILOU DE GUOZ (5) will be shod as she was when victorious across town in August, and looks the main danger. LADY D’ECAJEUL (2) drops down the category-ladder, seldom disappoints at Vincennes, and can make the frame this time. LISA DE PERVENCHE (12) is not ideally-drawn but she returns to Paris 10 days after reassuring in Bordeaux and with application will not be far off the mark.
SELECTIONS
LAMBADA GIRL (11) – LILOU DE GUOZ (5) – LADY D’ECAJEUL (2) – LISA DE PERVENCHE (12)
C6 – PRIX DE MANCIET – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 41,000
KIBORA BUISSONAY – Unremarkable 6th to KOTKITA GIRL (14) over shorter here earlier this month. Has no particular love for Vincennes and can be passed over
KAI LA SHA – Bought out of a recent claimer, makes first start for new handler and with Anthony Barrier in the bike will generate interest
KUNZITE D’EM – Below-par in all 3 starts this autumn. Is not the biggest fan of Vincennes and can be ruled out
KINOU DAB – Produced a pair of decent runs before disappointing over 2150m at Enghien just over a month back. Has previously won under these conditions and while not a priority should not be overlooked either
KOH PHI PHI ISLAND – Progressive mare that has had this moment on her agenda for some time. Races barefoot, with Jean-Michel Bazire reining, and can win this if she takes to the new profile
KATINKA COTON – Unable to confirm Caen success when last of 11 in an Enghien Class D late last month. Form is not in question though, ran 2nd over track and trip on sole start here, and must be respected
KATINA DE TOUSSAC – Opened her Vincennes account on 28 October, at first time of asking. In better company this time but still looks a major player
KALAMITY DE CHENU – Imposed at La Capelle in September before being eliminated at Saint-Malo 3 weeks ago. Is shod again and will have nothing to offer
KASA DJANGA – Improving sort that ran 4th, at 49-1, in a 2150m Enghien Class E on 18 October. Pleased on Vincennes debut in September but faces a stiffer test this time around
KADIJA MESLOISE – Last of 16 in a Class E over course and distance 2 weeks ago. Hind shoes off this time but others still easier to trust
KACHA DE L’ITON – Good, consistent mare making first appearance since late-September. Shoes fitted this time though and best to hold off
KALINKA MOYA – Went into her summer break on a low note and has picked up this term where she left off. Disregard
KEA DES RACQUES – Faces first goal of the winter meeting after a pair of provincial return runs. Matthieu Abrivard at the helm but still not a player
KOTKITA GIRL – Made no bones about winning over shorter here on 4 November. Simply excels with Eric Raffin who can be confident of another big run
KYA D’ERABLE – Drops to a more reasonable category after flopping in a 2875m Enghien Class D early last month, her first start for new stable. Is well-entered this time and will be expected to show a more competitive side
KENISA – Did not enjoy the best of trips in a similar event here 2 weeks ago. Her form is sure and with more luck in running can figure prominently
Summary: Given a freshener earlier in the month after having lost her action on her previous start, KOH PHI PHI ISLAND (5) is new to Vincennes but has shown significant talent. Barefoot for the big day, she will take her win-rate to 50 percent if she gets her nose in front. She will still be up against KOTKITA GIRL (14) who made short work of a competitive Class F here 2.5 weeks ago, and KATINA DE TOUSSAC (7) who lifted a Class E with similar ease late last month. Terrifically engaged here, KENISA (16) has the wherewithal to put her recent woes behind her.
SELECTIONS
KOH PHI PHI ISLAND (5) – KOTKITA GIRL (14) – KATINA DE TOUSSAC (7) – KENISA (16)
C7 – PRIX DE CHENONCEAUX – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Gr3 – Harness – EUR € 80,000
LEMON TREE – Has done nothing of note at this level since last Christmas. Is barefoot this time but can still be ruled out
L’AS DESBOIS – Group-class colt that impressed more than once here last winter. Returns to racing barefoot after easily imposing at Laval last weekend, and looks game once more. First 5
LITTLE BROWN – 4th to KARAMBAR (6) in Gr.3 Prix Pierre Van Troyen but failed to confirm last Sunday and others easier to back
L’ECRIN D’OR – Fine colt preparing for his next objective in the other code and can be passed over
KILLIAM FROMENTRO – Serious type that won a Gr.3 here during the spring. Returns to the capital after a Laval conditioner and can play a leading role if JMB keeps him focused
KARAMBAR – Made it 3 straight successes when comfortably winning the Gr.3 Prix Pierre Van Troyen over track and trip on 24 October. Is clearly at the top of his game and securing this is well within his capability
ICEBREAKER (DEN) – Speedy sort that has raced little to date. Has nothing to prove at this level and under these conditions can make his Vincennes debut a winning one
LEARN TO FLY – Serious colt that has not put a foot wrong of late. Has form over course and distance at a superior level and his recent Prix Marcel Laurent performance stands him in good stead
LONDON – Lost his action in Gr.1 Critérium des 4 Ans before faulting again at Laval. Already counts a Gr.1 to her name, has been reconfigured, and it is only a question of time before she gets back in the game
LIGHT MY FIRE – Gr.1 Grand Prix de l’UET 3rd in Solvalla early last month but was disappointing behind L’ECRIN D’OR (4) under the saddle in Gr.2 Prix Ceneri Forcinal recently, and others preferred
Summary: Runner-up in a Solvalla Gr.1 during the summer, ICEBREAKER (DEN) (7) makes his French debut in excellent form, with Eric Raffin reining, and can get straight down to business. That being said, it is hard to ignore the reinvigorated KARAMBAR (6) who secured the hat-trick under similar conditions a month ago. KILLIAM FROMENTRO (5) gets his winter campaign under way in earnest and with JMB in the bike must be regarded a player. Fourth in the Critérium des 4 Ans before confirming in the Prix Marcel Laurent earlier in the month, LEARN TO FLY (8) should again finish close.
SELECTIONS
ICEBREAKER (DEN) (7) – KARAMBAR (6) – KILLIAM FROMENTRO (5) – LEARN TO FLY (8)
C8 – PRIX DE LA CLAYETTE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Mounted – EUR € 49,000
INVISIBLE SUN – Capricious but capable Scandinavian type making Vincennes, and monte, debut on first outing since the summer. Guillaume Martin in the irons and is worth keeping an eye on
LEROY BOKO – Has yet to make any impact in 2 monte starts. Is new to the venue and is unlikely to make much of an impact
IBIZA DE CONNEE – Imposed at Enghien last month before running 5th in a Class E over the inner track a fortnight ago. Is reunited with Clément Frecelle though and could prove something of a spoiler
IONA GENDREENNE – Returns to the code after being conditioned under harness at Nantes recently but at this level will have too much to do
IMHOTEP BUROIS – Unseen under the saddle in over 2 years. Is barefoot with Eric Raffin aboard but still not an obvious choice
IMAGE D’HERFRAIE – Made no impact on recent return to the code here. Alexandre Abrivard in the saddle this time but others still easier to trust
IKITORI – Courageous 3rd over 2850m here on 10 November. Drops marginally in category and, confirmed in the day’s formula, looks the one to beat
ROBTHEBANK – Capable nordic import making first appearance for new trainer. Is untried in the discipline but the choice of jockey speaks volumes. Chance
ILLICO JULRY – Has excelled in the code in the southeast despite the occasional fault. Shoes off for Vincennes debut and does not make the long trip to Paris just to return home empty-handed
IBILI D’OCCAGNES – Showed improvement when 5th behind IKITORI (7) here recently but still has more to find
IQUEM NARCY – Returns to a more suitable level after running respectable 5th in a 2175m Class D here a month ago. Goes well for Mathis Champenois who will be eyeing a place in the frame this time
ILIEN DE VRIE – Beaten only by a very good horse in a Saint-Omer Class F on 12 October. Is not easy to knock when barefoot and has solid references under these conditions. Place prospect
INFLUENCE JULRY – Has been in fine form for most of the year, and made a pleasant return to the code in the summer. Is new to Vincennes but is barefoot for the occasion and in current condition will have a claim on a first-5 cheque
Summary: Clearly back in business following a pair of conditioners, IKITORI (7) returns to the main track after having put on a good show over the short course earlier in the month and, reconfigured for the occasion, can impose. Mathieu Mottier will be aboard ROBTHEBANK (8) for his monte debut and could yet prove the fly in Andréa Roussel’s ointment. Not once out of the first 2 when focused, ILLICO JULRY (9) is barefoot and very easy to like. Winner of his last 2 barefoot starts, ILIEN DE VRIE (12) will not be sent out unsupported.
SELECTIONS
IKITORI (7) – ROBTHEBANK (8) – ILLICO JULRY (9) – ILIEN DE VRIE (12)
C9 – PRIX D’ANGLES – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class A – Harness – EUR € 62,000
MOUSKIE DE GUEZ – Won a Class D here 3 weeks ago before coming 3rd in better company 8 days ago. Secured both victories with JMB in the bike and will again be afforded every chance
MOANA MESLOISE – Winner of all 3 races she has finished so far. Would have contested the finish had she not been eliminated in race of reference, and is in with a realistic shout of setting the record straight
MACANA MONNERIE – Serious filly that caught the eye after losing her action in a Class B over 2175m here a fortnight back. Looks better than most others here and with application can return to winning ways
MY QUALITA PIYA – Spirited but talented filly that was eliminated early in 8 November race of reference. Left a very good impression thereafter and will be no easy touch if Anthony Barrier keeps her focused
MAIA JIEL – Eliminated in both 2700m starts here but ran reassuring 3rd to MABELLISSIME (8) in a 2175m Class B a fortnight ago. On this occasion though is unlikely to shake things up
MIDNIGHT EXPRESS – Looked very ordinary behind MARION D’ATOUT (10) here on 17 October. Is not without merit but needs to get her house in order
MIRA DE FROULAY – Imposed on comeback but out of the picture in next 2, and will need to show marked improvement on recent Laval performance
MABELLISSIME – Comfortable winner of a 2175m Class B here 2 weeks ago, on Vincennes bow. Was somewhat fortunate that day but is still a quality filly in her own right and David Thomain will be eager to double up
MARGAUX DES ARRIS – Showed some improvement when 5th of 7 in a Gr.3 under these conditions on 6 November, but not enough to be considered a player
MARION D’ATOUT – Ran 2nd ahead of a number of these in a Class A under these conditions on 17 October, before losing her action in a Gr.2 last Sunday. Is racing at a more reasonable level this time and should be good enough to finish in the mix
Summary: Eliminated 2 weeks ago, for the first time in her short career, MACANA MONNERIE (3) should not be too hastily-judged. She subsequently showed her form and can more than make amends if she stays in stride. MOANA MESLOISE (2) was also eliminated that day when plainly competitive, and represents the main danger. MY QUALITA PIYA (4) suffered the same fate but will have progressed for the run at least, and can play a prominent role if she keeps her action together. MABELLISSIME (8) was not inconvenienced by the woes of others that day and a repeat is not out of the question.
SELECTIONS
MACANA MONNERIE (3) – MOANA MESLOISE (2) – MY QUALITA PIYA (4) – MABELLISSIME (8)
R2 LYON-PARILLY [L-H]

C1 – PRIX JEAN BOULARD – COURSE DE HAIES DES 3 ANS – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 1 – Hurdles – EUR € 34,000

MANGOS – He won at Auteuil over 3500m in a Class 2 chase last time out on November 5th. Capable of following up back over hurdles
SO RISKY – Two good efforts over hurdles, a 2nd on debut at Auteuil in September, and a win at Compiegne over 3400m in a claiming hurdle on October 20th. Player
MARIUS – Three unplaced runs so far, the latter over 3600m at Auteuil over hurdles on October 18th. Look elsewhere
VIVRE LE REVE – Unraced gelding by Pether’s Moon, the dam won 3 races on the flat and was placed. From a good stable who knows the time of day. Monitor the betting for clues
MOUILLE TA CHEMISE – Placed 4th on his last two runs, the latter over 3400m in a Class 2 hurdle on October 30th. Unlikely to feature
SUNDAYS CHILD – Placed 4th at Moulins on her last run over 3500m in a Class 4 hurdle on November 9th. Others make more appeal
Summary: MANGOS (1) stayed on strongly to win over 3500m in a Class 2 chase at Auteuil earlier this month. He is capable of following up back over hurdles. SO RISKY (2) has two decent performances over hurdles, the latter when scoring at Compiegne on October 20th in a claiming race. He can make the selection work hard. VIVRE LE REVE (4) has a taking profile and is from a respected stable that will have this gelding well prepared. SUNDAYS CHILD (6) is also worth considering.
SELECTIONS
MANGOS (1) – SO RISKY (2) – VIVRE LE REVE (4) – SUNDAYS CHILD (6)
C2 – PRIX DE LAMORLAYE – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Claiming – Hurdles – EUR € 19,000
SPEED PARK – Finished 4th over 3400m in a claiming hurdle at Lyon Parilly on October 30th on his second start. Others make more appeal
MANDATORY – Fair 3rd over 3400m in a claiming hurdle at Lyon Parilly on October 31st. One to pay close attention to
BAR A TOUS – Placed on the last two runs, 4th in a claiming hurdle over 3600m at Agen on November 9th on his last start. Hard to ignore
MISTER DES PLACES – Two unplaced runs since a 2nd over 3500m at Le Touquet in a Class 4 hurdle on September 7th. Tries a claimer for the first time and warrants respect
KING IMPERIAL – Two unplaced runs on the flat, the latter over 2300m in a maiden race at Montlucon on April 20th. Hurdles debut and is best watched for now
MISS TAHOE – Four unplaced runs so far, her 5th two runs back at Dieppe was encouraging in early June over 3400m in a Class 4 event. Capable playing a lead role down in class
BELLE NANAS – Two unplaced efforts on the flat, the latter over 2000m at Nancy on October 12th in a conditions race. Hurdling debut and others rate higher
MINUIT DU SEUIL – 7th on her second start over 3550m in a claiming hurdle at Fontainebleau on November 6th. Has work ahead to make the top four
BLUE ELIE – Placed on the flat a few times, 6th on her last start over 1600m in a Class 3 race at Parislongchamp on June 12th. Place chance on hurdling bow
Summary: MISS TAHOE (6) drops in class after four unplaced efforts over hurdles. Her fifth at Dieppe in June was a decent effort, and she is the tentative selection in a race that lacks depth. MANDATORY (2) acquitted himself well when third at Lyon Parilly late in October in a claiming hurdle and looks like the main threat. MISTER DES PLACES (4) has shown enough to be considered each -way. BAR A TOUS (3) makes up the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
MISS TAHOE (6) – MANDATORY (2) – MISTER DES PLACES (4) – BAR A TOUS (3)
C3 – VETAGRO SUP – PRIX DU CAMPUS VETERINAIRE DE LYON – 5200m (a3m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 – Cross – EUR € 28,000
DROP D’ESTRUVAL – Reliable performer in this discipline. He won over 5200m in a Class 2 cross-country at this track on October 19th last time. Hard to ignore
IRUNDO – He won three cross-country races in 2024, off the track since finishing 2nd over track and trip in a Class 2 cross-country in November 2024. He will be fit and ready to go
JALOGNY – Two 6th placed runs of late, the latter over 4400m in a Class 2 chase at Auteuil on November 5th. Cross-country winner at Cluny in July over 4500m. He needs a few to falter
GO’N WIN – Placed 3rd over track and trip behind DROP D’ESTRUVAL (1) in a Class 2 cross-country at this track on October 19th. One to keep safe
HISO – Finished 4th over 5200m in a Class 1 cross-country at Haras Du Pin on October 12th on his last start. Others make more appeal
FIANCEE DU LARGE – Two unplaced runs of late, the latter over 4600m in a cross-country at Fontainebleau on November 6th. Faces a stiff task
THATSMYSEAT – Ran well to be 2nd over track and trip behind DROP D’ESTRUVAL (1) in a Class 2 cross-country at this track on October 19th . Can get closer this time
INTRIGANTE – Placed on her last three runs, the latest over 5000m at Nancy in a Class 4 cross-country race. Unlikely to trouble some of these
Summary: DROP D’ESTRUVAL (1) is rock solid in these type of races and can follow up on a win over track and trip in a Class 2 cross-country on October 19th. He sets the standard. THATSMYSEAT (7) can be a threat. She was second in the same race last time in October and is better off at the weights this time. IRUNDO (2) looks like a good option for the each way backers to latch on to. GO’N WIN (4) heads the rest.
SELECTIONS
DROP D’ESTRUVAL (1) – THATSMYSEAT (7) – IRUNDO (2) – GO’N WIN (4)
C4 – PRIX PATRICK DE SLANE – 3800m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 2 – Hurdles – EUR € 28,000
OUPSS – Fair 5th at La Teste over 3400m in a Class 2 handicap hurdle on July 12th. He will be fit to go after a nice break
KISS GAME – Three wins so far, over hurdles on debut, and twice over fences in May. She was 3rd on her last run over 4100m in a Class 1 on June 22nd at Lyon Parilly. Player
FILIPPINO – 4th on his last run over 3400m at Angers on November 2nd in a Class 2 hurdle race. Hard to recommend
LENZA CONTI – Credible effort when 2nd at Lyon Parilly over 3400m in a Class 3 hurdle on October 30th. Ought to be thereabouts
LIBERTY FLY – Recent success over 3400m at Nimes on November 1st in a Class 4 hurdle. Flat winner and placed who can make the frame
AL FONCE – She scored by 11 lengths over 3400m at Lyon Parilly in a Class 3 hurdle on her second start. Open to progress and she looks like the one to beat
LYRIC MOON – Got off the mark over 3400m in a hurdle race at Pardubice(CZE) on November 1st. This will be more challenging
LOU GIRL – Placed on both of her runs, 3rd on the latter over 3500m at Moulins on November 9th in a Class 3 hurdle. Has work to do
Summary: AL FONCE (6) won with plenty of authority at Lyon Parilly in a Class 3 hurdle on her latest start in late October. She is open to plenty of improvement and should be hard to beat. KISS GAME (2) looks a threat and has won three of her five starts, and was a decent third in a Class 1 chase at Lyon Parilly in June. OUPSS (1) has strong credentials each way and is hard to rule out. LENZA CONTI (4) ran well when second at this track recently and is capable of making the frame.
SELECTIONS
AL FONCE (6) – KISS GAME (2) – OUPSS (1) – LENZA CONTI (4)
C5 – COURSE DE HAIES D’AUTOMNE – 4000m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 42,000
KING TO BE – Unplaced last time out in a Listed hurdle at Auteuil over 4400m on 15 June. Returns from a break but can be a lively danger
HAUT LES COEURS – Did not show his best when unplaced in a claiming hurdles at Auteuil over 3600m on 29 October. Did win a claimer at that track before that and has claim
GROOM BOY – Very consistent this year and was fourth in a Conditions hurdle at this track over 3800m on 30 October. Big chance
LE GENE BLEU – Has improved of late and was a winner of a handicap hurdle at Strasbourg over 4200m on 11 November. Should be a threat in this line-up
BY EXETER – Did not show his best when 5th in a handicap hurdle at Fontainebleau over 4200m on 28 October. Consistent before that and should contest the finish
ESCORT’JET – Not disgraced when third in a handicap hurdle over this track and trip on 22 June. Capable of an upset if fit from a break
BURGANDY – Has only been modest of late and finished 8th in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 4200m on 28 October. Others are preferred
Summary: A competitive race. GROOM BOY (3) has a good record at this track and should make a bold bid at beating these rivals. HAUT LES COEURS (2) is not reliable but can be a threat in this line-up off this handicap mark. BY EXETER (5) is usually competitive so the last run is safely ignored. He can bounce back and contest the finish. LE GENE BLEU (4) is improving and clearly not out of it.
SELECTIONS
GROOM BOY (3) – HAUT LES COEURS (2) – BY EXETER (5) – LE GENE BLEU (4)
C6 – PRIX DU COL DE PORTE – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 2 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 28,000
HELSINJO – Very consistent of late and was runner-up in a Conditions chase at Meslay-Du-Maine over 3500m on 26 October. Be right there at the finish
FORREST INDIAN – Has yet to win a race and was 5th in a Conditions chase at Nimes over 3400m on 16 November. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
MULOUGHBOY – Has shown promise so far and was victorious in a Conditions hurdle at Clairefontaine over 3400m on 16 July. Can follow up trying a chase
MALIGNE – Not at all disgraced when third in a Conditions hurdle at Fontainebleau over 3550m on 4 October. Can be a threat trying the larger obstacles
JEANNE D’O – Has only been modest of late and was 5th in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 3600m on 28 October. Might play a minor role
Summary: A small field but an exciting finish is likely. MULOUGHBOY (3) makes his chase debut after some promising hurdle performances. MALIGNE (4) was not disgraced on debut and should do even better now trying a chase. HELSINJO (1) has experience in this discipline so should be right there at the finish yet again. JEANNE D’O (5) probably needs to find a few lengths to beat those three rivals but can earn some money thanks to her experience in chases.
SELECTIONS
MULOUGHBOY (3) – MALIGNE (4) – HELSINJO (1) – JEANNE D’O (5)
C7 – PRIX ETIENNE MAZOYER – 4100m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Steeple Chase – EUR € 26,000
LOVELY DINO – Has been a disappointment of late and was 6th in a Conditions chase at Auteuil over 3500m on 7 October. Has won over this track and trip and is not out of it
MANNEKEN KING – Consistent so far and finished fourth in a Conditions chase at Dieppe over 3500m on 19 June. Returns from a break but should fight it out
BITTERSWEET – Did not show her best when 7th in a handicp hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m on 29 October. Capable of better and could score back in a chase
JOCASTA – Not reliable but did finish fourth in a handicap chase at Compiegne over 3450m on 11 November. Has a place chance in this line-up
WELL DESTINY – Has yet to win a race and was 7th in a handicap hurdle at Compiegne over 3800m on 20 October. Capable of improvement trying a chase
LADY DU CLOS – Yet to win a race but did finish fourth in a Conditions chase at Fontainebleau over 3850m on 28 October. Others are preferred
LINDA SLIDE – Yet to win a race but did finish fourth in a Conditions chase at Toulouse over 3500m on 21 June. Returns from a break but can earn some money
ARISTOCRATIE – Not reliable and finished 5th in a handicap hurdle at Strasbourg over 3600m at Strasbourg over 11 November. Can do better back in a chase and has a place chance
Summary: BITTERSWEET (3) has been unreliable over hurdles. She is probably best judged on her only chase run when finishing runner-up and can go one better in this line-up. MANNEKEN KING (2) returns from a break but is usually competitive and can be a threat if fit. LOVELY DINO (1) struggled a couple of times at Auteuil but has won over this course and distance, so must be respected for that. WELL DESTINY (5) has yet to score but can improve on chase debut.
SELECTIONS
BITTERSWEET (3) – MANNEKEN KING (2) – LOVELY DINO (1) – WELL DESTINY (5)
C8 – PRIX MERCIER – 4100m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Steeple Chase – EUR € 26,000
JOLI LOOK – Broke the ice with a victory in a chase at Pardubice over 4400m on 11 October. Can be a threat in this small field
GAZ GAZ – Did not show his best when 5th in a claiming chase at Fontainebleau over 3600m on 6 November. Capable of better and is not out of it
MARECHAL DESJY – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap hurdle at Auteuil over 4300m on 15 November. More is needed to win
LAGUINTE – Very consistent and was a winner of a claiming chase at Fontainebleau over 3600m on 6 November. Can follow up
KARPALINE – Holding form and finished fourth in a Conditions chase at Gemozac over 3900m on 6 July. Can earn some more money
Summary: A small field and none of them can be safely ruled out in this lucky last race. LAGUINTE (4) is consistent and is coming off a good win at Fontainebleau, so sets the standard for the race. JOLI LOOK (1) returns to France after scoring in the Czech Republic. GAZ GAZ (2) is capable of better than some modest recent performances. MARECHAL DESJY (3) is not in good shape but is capable of earning some minor money.
SELECTIONS
LAGUINTE (4) – JOLI LOOK (1) – GAZ GAZ (2) – MARECHAL DESJY (3)
R3 FONTAINEBLEAU [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LA TOUCHE AUX MULETS – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Newcomers – Flat – EUR € 27,400

LA ZARRA – A two-year-old filly by Motamarris out of Sucaille who is making her debut. Her Dam won 3 of her 26 starts. Watch the betting
BORN TO SUN – A two-year-old filly by Born To Sea out of Zillione Sun who is making her debut. Her mother won 4 of her 44 starts. Can score
VALENTIA – A two-year-old filly by Telecaster out of La Vive Parence who is making her debut. Her mother was unraced. Watch the betting
ROCCAMARE – A two-year-old filly by Camelot out of Cala Violina who is making her debut. Her mother won her second start before retiring. Can score
SHIRDIHENGE – A two-year-old filly by Seahenge out of Shirdiya who is making her debut. Her Dam was unplaced in her only start. Watch the betting
CUNCERTINA – A two-year old filly by Galiway out of Fa Ul Cuncert who is making her debut. Her mother remained winless after 6 starts. Watch the betting
SOFTBELLA – A two-year-old filly by Soft Light out of Sublima Bella who is making her debut. Her Dam was unraced. Watch the betting
MAJOIE – A two-year-old filly by Cloth Of Stars out of Makana who is making her debut. Her mother won 2 of her 9 starts. Can contest the finish
BOURBON MOON – A two-year-old filly by Sea The Moon out of Bourbonesque who is making her debut. Well bred and could be a threat
DAKOTA GRACE – A two-year-old filly by Sea The Moon out of Djumay who is making her debut. Her mother did win a race in Germany. Watch the betting
Summary: Ten unraced fillies are carded for this opening event. BORN TO SUN (2) is well bred and represents a formidable jockey and trainer combination. MAJOIE (8) is well bred and her mother did win a couple of races. BOURBON MOON (9) is a Sea The Moon filly who should run well on debut. The dam of ROCCAMARE (4) won on her second start and this filly can contest the finish, but it is possible that the betting will be the best guide.
SELECTIONS
BORN TO SUN (2) – MAJOIE (8) – BOURBON MOON (9) – ROCCAMARE (4)
C2 – PRIX DU MONT PIERREUX – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Newcomers – Flat – EUR € 27,400
DOLMALAN – A two-year-old colt by by Zarak out of Dolianova who is making his debut. His mother won 2 of her 13 starts. Watch the betting
SHALAZI – A two-year-old colt by Churchill out of Shamiyla who is making his debut. His mother won 1 out of her 3 starts. Watch the betting.
BAHI – A two-year-old colt by Camelot out of Soul Music who is making his debut. His Dam never raced. Watch the betting
AY – A two-year-old colt by Ardad out of Al Daiha who is making his debut. His mother did not win a race after 10 starts. Watch the betting
MARANELLO – A two-year-old colt by Taj Mahal out of Melbourne Shuffle who is making his debut. His Dam did win 1 start in her 5 starts. Watch the betting
MUST BE CRACKERS – A two-year-old gelding by Cracksman ou of Blessed To Empress who is making his debut. His mother did not win a race after 4 starts. Watch the betting
LOS MARINOS – A two-year-old colt by Zarak out of Popular who is making his debut. His Dam was unplaced in all three of her starts. Watch the betting
CITY SLICKER – A two-year-old colt by Telecaster out of Style Icon who is making his debut. is mother won 3 of her 10 starts. Including a Listed race. Watch the betting
YARDBIRD – A two-year-old colt by Ectot out of Hello Lady who is making his debut. His Dam was unraced in France. Watch the bettting
ABRONZAL – A two-year-old colt by Zelzal out of Abbronzatissima who is making his debut. His Dam won three of her 9 starts, including a Listed race. Watch the betting
TARASOFT – A two-year-old colt by Soft Light out of Galitara who is making his debut. His mother was unraced. Watch the betting
HERVAS – A two-year-old gelding by Waldgeist out of Sandbar wo is making is debut. His Dam won 4 of her 7 starts, imcluding a Group 3 and a Listed race. Can score
REVEUR – A two-year-old colt by Frankel out of Romantic Song who is making his debut. His mother won twice, including a Listed race in Germany. Watch the betting
BRIZIANO – A two-year-old colt by Penny’s Picnic out of Brise Océanne who is making his debut. His mother won 1 of her 6 starts. Watch the betting
Summary: A very interesting Juvenile race where 14 males are carded, all unraced. HERVAS (12) catches the eye on breeding as his mother was a Group 3 and Listed race winner of four races. CITY SLICKER (8) is also well bred and his mother won three times, including at Listed level. SHALAZI (2) is nicely bred and could get involved with the finish. REVEUR (13) is a son of Frankel and would not be a surprise winner.
SELECTIONS
HERVAS (12) – CITY SLICKER (8) – SHALAZI (2) – REVEUR (13)
C3 – PRIX JACQUES DE VIENNE – 2600m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Gr1 APQS – Flat – EUR € 64,000
MONDIALITO D’HUEZ – Unbeaten in three starts, including a Group 2 last time out at Saint-Cloud over 2500m on 9 October. Can win again
MAGICIEN D’OR – Has some fair form and was fourth in a Group 3 at Lyon-Parilly over 2400m on 30 October. Might play a minor role at very best
MATCH AMICAL – A winner of both starts so far, the latest a Group 3 at Nantes over 2400m on 1 November. Be right there at the finish
MYSOKO STAR – Very consistent so far and finished third in a Group 2 At Saint-Cloud over 2500m on 9 October. Can contest the finish again
MERVEILLE ALLEN – Not disgraced when third in a Group 3 at Lyon-Parilly over 2400m on 30 October. Can play a minor role.
MABRISKA – Has won both her starts so far, the latest in a Conditions race at Vichy over 2400m on 25 June. Returns from a break but could make the frame
MATHILDE DU BERGER – A runner-up in three of her last four starts, including last time out in a Group 2 at Lyon-Parilly 2400m on 30 October. Clearly is not out of it
MADRINHA ROSA – Finished third on debut in a Conditions race at Nantes over 2400m on 16 October. Tougher task in this line-up
Summary: MONDIALITO D’HUEZ (1) has won all three of his starts so far. He is already a Group 2 winner and should step up and take out this Group 1. MATCH AMICAL (3) has impressed in both wins and should be right there at the finish yet again. MYSOKO STAR (4) is very consistent and can get involved with the finish. MATHILDE DU BERGER (7) keeps running very well but is battling to get her head in front at the post.
SELECTIONS
MONDIALITO D’HUEZ (1) – MATCH AMICAL (3) – MYSOKO STAR (4) – MATHILDE DU BERGER (7)
C4 – PRIX CONTESSINA – 1100m (a5f1/2) – TURF – Class 1 – Flat – EUR € 34,800
LESSLEPASSER – Holding form and finished fourth in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 3 November. Can make the frame
BLAZES BOYLAN – Has struggled of late and finished tenth at Wolverhampton over 1000m on 25 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
GAME RUN – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a Conditions race at Marseille-Vivaux over 1500m on 6 November. Capable of playing a minor role
ALPARSLAN – Consistency rewarded with a handicap win at this track over 1200m on 3 November. Quite capable of doubling up
PRADARO – Victorious in a claimer at this track over 1200m on 13 November. Tougher task in this line-up
JAZIRA – Did not show her best when 6th in a Listed race at Milan over 1000m on 12 October. Capable of being competitive in this line-up
UNE POINTURE – Not reliable and finished 9th in a Listed race at Chantilly over 1200m on 1 June. Returns from a break but is not out of it
ALREYYAH – Has struggled of late and finished tenth in a Listed race at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 19 October. 19 October. Capable of better and was not out of it
Summary: A very open-looking race. ALPARSLAN (4) is game and competitive and picked up a confidence-boosting win in a handicap last time out. He can double up in this line-up. UNE POINTURE (7) returns from a break but is quite capable of scoring at this level. JAZIRA (6) did not shine in Italy but can contest the finish back here in France. ALREYYAH (8) is also capable of improvement at this level and is a possible winner.
SELECTIONS
ALPARSLAN (4) – UNE POINTURE (7) – JAZIRA (6) – ALREYYAH (8)
C5 – PRIX CERES – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 1 – Flat – EUR € 34,800
FELICIA – Ran 13th in a Listed over 1400m at Deauville on the 2nd of November 2025. Best to include in larger quartets
LORIA – Non partante
SECRET WOOD – Trying 6th in a Listed over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 19th of October 2025. Good place chance on form
BRIGHTON BEACH – Finished 8th in a Handicap over 2500m at Croise-Laroche on the 3rd of November 2025. Others make more appeal
ASHERAH – Tough 14th in a Handicap over 1400m at Chantilly on the 27th of October 2025. Others preferred on overall form
SCATTERING LIGHT – Consistent 4th in a Listed over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 19th of October 2025. Looks prepped to strike solid
PARIS BABE – A winner in a Handicap over 1300m at Deauville on the 7th of November 2025. Has the form to end up in exotic plays
Summary: SCATTERING LIGHT (6) and SECRET WOOD (3) are no strangers to each other when meeting in their last start in a Listed and are confidently selected to fill in the first and second place positions and certainly holds the form to back them up to do so. PARIS BABE (7) comes into the race off a victory but does meet a tougher opposition. She can be involved in the shakeup on form. FELICIA (1) has not been in the greatest shape but does meet a smaller field where she can polish up on her current self.
SELECTIONS
SCATTERING LIGHT (6) – SECRET WOOD (3) – PARIS BABE (7) – FELICIA (1)
C6 – GRAND PRIX DE FONTAINEBLEAU – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Listed – Flat – EUR € 47,600
VILLA CASTELLO – Finished 9th in a Listed over 1800m at Parislongchamp on the 19th of October 2025. Others make more appeal
PRINCESS BADEE – Ran 7th in a Listed over 1800m at Dortmund on the 29th of May 2025. Hard to recommend in this lineup
QUALIXIA – Trying 4th in a Listed over 1800m at Parislongchamp on the 19th of October 2025. Include at the backend of quartets
MAIA STAR – Pleasant 3rd in a Class 2 Handicap over 2500m at Saint-Cloud on the 26th of October 2025. One to respectfully pass by
ISFAND – Ran 5th in a Class 1 Conditional over 1950m at Le Mans on the 29th of October 2025. Others seem more intriguing
SEA POETRY – A firm winner in a Conditional over 2050m at Nottingham on the 29th of October 2025. Can follow up on her win here
MIA SUNSHINE – Encouraging winner in a Class 3 Handicap over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on the 9th of November 2025. Good test for her and will be up to it
NIGHT TARA – A winner in a Conditional over 2200m at Kempton Park on the 5th of November 2025. Must be thrown into larger exotics
AGLAIA – Finished 4th in a Group III over 2200m at Hanovre on the 26th of October 2025. Others weigh more attraction
UNWAVERING MONARCH – Debut winner in a Conditional over 1600m at Naas on the 11th of October 2025. One for the larger quartet plays
PLACE FONTENOY – Hearty effort finishing 6th in a Group II over 2000m at Rome on the 2nd of November 2025. Strong winning chance
Summary: PLACE FONTENOY (11) delivered a warm sixth in a Group II last time out and ran an encouraging second over the distance in a Listed in his penultimate start. She has all the checkpoints ticked to claim this Listed race. SEA POETRY (6) comes into the race off a stylish victory and she could make a big splash on her French soil debut. MIA SUNSHINE (7) has won her last two and will be of no surprise if she continues her upwards trend. NIGHT TARA (8) is in fine shape and must be given solid consideration.
SELECTIONS
PLACE FONTENOY (11) – SEA POETRY (6) – MIA SUNSHINE (7) – NIGHT TARA (8)
C7 – PRIX CHLORIS – 2600m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Gr2 APQS – Flat – EUR € 46,000
LOUISA BANBOU – Phenomenal winner in a Group II over 2500m at Saint-Cloud on the 26th of October 2025. Certainly can continue winning
LILI STAR – Good 3rd in a Group II over 2500m at Saint-Cloud on the 26th of October 2025. One to include in all plays
KHALEESI DE CHAIS – Tough 7th in a Conditional over 2400m at Nantes on the 12th of November 2025. Others weigh more attraction
LEMON SWEET – Ran 6th in a Class 2 Conditional in a steeplechase over 3500m at Auteuil on the 29th of October 2025. One for the larger exotics
LIBERTE D’ESPRIT – Went missing in his last start over the Hurdles over 3500m in a Class 2 Conditional at Auteuil. One to overlook here
LANANA DE CHABA – Finished 4th in a Conditional over 2400m at Saint-Brieuc on the 11th of November 2025. One to pass by
LOUANGE D’ESTRUVAL – Finished 5th in a maiden over 2400m at Nantes on the 12th of November 2025. Still a maiden contender and needs to meet a maiden field
KAMELIA DE CORTON – Trying 3rd in a Conditional over 2700m at Les Sables on the 11th of October 2025. Others preferred
KALLIA – Forgivable 8th in a Conditional over 2700m at Les Sables on the 11th of October 2025. She is better than her last start suggests
KAHULA – Credible 4th in a Group II over 2500m at Saint-Cloud on the 26th of October 2025. Good each way shout
LA VIVA – Pleasurable 2nd in a Group II over 2500m at Saint-Cloud on the 26th of October 2025. Solid place chance
Summary: All top four choices represent the same form from their last start but the winning machine LOUISA BANBOU (1) secured a Group II last time out and was impressive in her penultimate start when winning a Group I. She has every chance to reel off the hattrick win here in this Group II. KAHULA (10) gets the world class services of Christophe Soumillon and can erupt the play. LA VIVA (11) holds admirable form and is a candidate that can awaken this field if caught asleep. LILI STAR (2) completes the quartet mix.
SELECTIONS
LOUISA BANBOU (1) – KAHULA (10) – LA VIVA (11) – LILI STAR (2)
C8 – PRIX DE LA MARE AUX CORNEILLES – 3000m (a2m) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,100
KALEONA – Difficult 14th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2500m at Saint-Cloud on the 26th of October 2025. One to overlook here
KEEN APPROACH – Finished 15th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2500m at Saint-Cloud on the 26th of October 2025. Others preferred
ILUMINE PRECIEUSE – Forgivable 12th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2400m at Saint-Cloud on the 9th of October 2025. Can redeem herself here
NUMERUS BORGET – Decent 2nd in a Class 4 Conditional over 2350m at Machecoul on the 11th of November 2025. Lurker chance of popping up
EMBIEZ – A winner in a Class 4 Conditional over 3150m at Lyon Parilly on the 7th of October 2025. Can continue the winning trough
MISSION SECRETE – Discouraging 10th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2500m at Saint-Cloud on the 26th of October 2025. Hard to recommend
ZLARA – Trying 7th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2400m at Lignieres on the 1st of November 2025. One for the larger exotic plays
MARIOENTO – Disappointing 8th in a Class 3 Handicap over 4000m at Angers on the 2nd of November 2025. Others seem more intriguing
ESPRIT DE LA FORET – A winner in a Handicap over 2500m at Deauville on the 7th of November 2025. One to include in all plays
FOLLY FOOT – Courageous winner in a Class 4 Handicap over 2900m at Amiens on the 10th of November 2025. Place chance
ZALETTO – Ran 9th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2500m at Nancy on the 18th of October 2025. Top choices look more attractive
GREASE – Hard trying 6th in a Class 3 Handicap over 3200m at Chantilly on the 31st of October 2025. Can pop up in larger quartets
HAPPY CHRISNAT – Ran into 2nd in a Class 4 Handicap over 2400m at Nantes on the 12th of November 2025. One for the backend of quartets
BECQUATHUNDER – A winner in a Class 3 Handicap over 3100m at Saint-Cloud on the 8th of July 2025. Returns after 2 years and will need the run
Summary: ILUMINE RECIEUSE (3) can be forgiven for her last effort as her earlier form suggests she is much capable of performing better. She meets a division where she can redeem herself. EMBIEZ (5) looks to be on the rise as she won her last two starts and with confidence in her favor, she could certainly score again and make it three in a row. FOLLY FOOT (10) achieved his victory since returning to the flat surfaces and is in with a considerable place chance. ZLARA (7) wraps up the mix.
SELECTIONS
ILUMINE PRECIEUSE (3) – EMBIEZ (5) – FOLLY FOOT (10) – ZLARA (7)
C9 – PRIX DU BELVEDERE DES DRUIDES – 3000m (a2m) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 28,800
MON RICIN – Trying 6th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2200m at Clairefontaine on the 24th of October 2025. Lurker chance to fight for 4th spot on form
DIALLA – Forgivable 12th in a Class 2 Handicap over 2500m at Saint-Cloud on the 26th of October 2025. Good place chance
NASDAQ – A winner in a Class 3 Handicap over 3400m at Deauville on the 31st of January 2025. Returns after 10months and will need the run
L’AMIE LARISSA – Off form in her last run in a Handicap over 3600m over the hurdles at Auteuil. Others weigh more attraction
DEMPY – Went missing in a Listed over the hurdles over 3600m at Auteuil on the 29th of October 2025. Can polish up on his latest form
CRISTABEL – A winner in a Class 1 Conditional over 3000m at Angers on the 2nd of November 2025. Hard to recommend with confidence
ORION ROCK – A firm winner in a Class 3 Handicap over 4000m at Angers on the 2nd of November 2025. Can follow up on win if wise
ZAHYANA – Ran 7th in a Class 2 Handicap over 2400m at Toulouse on the 11th of November 2025. One to respectfully pass by
MEHLANGO – Good 3rd in a Class 2 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 19th of October 2025. Strong winning chance
KER STORMY – Ran 14th in a Class 2 Handicap over 3100m at Parislongchamp on the 19th of October 2025. Erratic on current form
KING KARA – Bold winner in a Class 3 Handicap over 2600m at Fontainebleau on the 17th of October 2025. One to include in all plays
DJHANSY – Tough 13th in a Class 2 Handicap over 2500m at Saint-Cloud on the 26th of October 2025. Others preferred
KALEO CAESAR – A winner in a Class 3 Handicap over 3100m at Parislongchamp on the 19th of October 2025. One to include in exotic plays
FLAMINGWAY – Credible 4th in a Class 3 Handicap over 4000m at Angers on the 2nd of November 2025. One for the larger quartet spend
Summary: MEHLANGO (9) ran a positive third in Class 2 company last time out and he now takes on a Class 3 division where he can possess a solid winning performance and claim his third career victory. ORION ROCK (7) was a victor in his last effort and if he reproduces that run, he can be majorly competitive and disrupt the finishing order. DIALLA (2) is much better than what her last start dictated and if the top two fluff their lines, she could have the perfect opportunity to bounce back confidently. KING KARA (11) was a bold winner at the track and will fight to hold his throne here.
SELECTIONS
MEHLANGO (9) – ORION ROCK (7) – DIALLA (2) – KING KARA (11)
R4 PORNICHET [L-H]

C1 – PRIX CONSEIL DES EQUIDES PAYS DE LOIRE – 2100m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300

OASIS BAY – Held in 12th over 2700m at Les Sables-D’Olonne in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 11th of October 2025. Erratic sort who is capable of earning
UNEXPECTED GIRL – Finished 14th over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 6th of November 2025. Would be a shock winner
BAILEYS ILLUSION – Finished 3rd over 1300m at Chantilly in a Class 4 value claiming handicap on the 28th of October 2025. Has place credentials
NEKOLETO – Finished 8th over 2200m at Amiens in a Class 4 value claiming handicap on the 29th of October 2025. Huge rating drop and one to include
SOGYNT – Moderate run in 6th over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 2nd of November 2025. Chance on penultimate win
INTELLITA – Poor run in 11th over 2400m at Nantes in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 12th of November 2025. Will battle to play a role
ODIN NORMANDY – Finished a fair 7th over 2200m at Clairefontaine in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 24th of October 2025. Should be in the shake up
LUNATICOS – Lackluster performance in 8th over 2400m at Nantes in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 12th of November 2025. Will battle here
MARA WOOD – Finished 10th over 1600m at Nantes in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 15th of October 2025. Best form at track and one to include
EMPRESS STAR – Finished 6th over 1650m at Amiens in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 29th of October 2025. Others make more appeal
NIGHT ACTION – Failed to shape up in 15th over 2200m at Craon in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 6th of September 2025. Will struggle to land a blow
TWIN BOY – Disappointing run in 12th over 1500m at Deauville in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 24th of January 2025. Faces an uphill task
GWENN HA DU – Poor display in 12th over 1950m at Le Mans in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 29th of October 2025. Easy to look elsewhere
ARGYRON – Beaten out of sight in 11th over 3000m at Le Lion D’Angers in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 29th of May 2025. Will be a surprise winner
GOLDEN RIVER – Solid run in 3rd over 2400m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 26th of March 2025. Returns off a long layoff but can feature
ESKANDANI – Held in 11th over 2000m at Le Lion D’Angers in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 6th of May 2025. Rating continues to tumble and he can earn
Summary: MARA WOOD (9) doesn’t jump off the page on current form but seems to save her best efforts for this track. She has a very good record at this venue and is likely to show a major form reversal. ODIN NORMANDY (7) hasn’t been far off the action in recent efforts and despite not winning since 2022, he is in the right form to potentially win again. ESKANDANI (16) and NEKOLETO (4) are both big rating droppers who are capable of showing their best form in a winnable contest.
SELECTIONS
MARA WOOD (9) – ODIN NORMANDY (7) – ESKANDANI (16) – NEKOLETO (4)
C2 – PRIX SAINT-NAZAIRE AGGLO – 2100m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400
DARIYANGEL – Moderate run in 7th over 2400m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 8th of December 2024. Returns off a long layoff and may need
DRIP – Finished 3rd over 2400m at Nantes in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 12th of November 2025. Bright winning chance
SPRINGBOKS – Pleasing run in 4th over 2400m at La-Roche-Posay in a Class 4 value claimer handicap on the 14th of September 2025. Can run into the money
GREAT CHARLIE – Finished 5th over 1900m at Chantilly in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 10th of November 2025. Should be in the shake up
PROXIMA CENTAURI – Runner up over 2100m at Chantilly in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 10th of November 2025. Should run well
LUCAS TREZY – No type of run in 13th over 2100m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 22nd of December 2024. Hard to recommend
TWENTY SEVEN JET – No type of effort in 10th over 2100m at Argentan in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 8th of October 2025. Others make more appeal
MURANO – Average performance in 7th over 2600m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 17th of October 2025. Faces an uphill task
TUNDRA – Held in 7th spot over 2400m at Lignieres En Berry in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 1st of November 2025. Others inspire more confidence
HARMATTAN – Finished 10th over 1600m at Nantes in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 1st of November 2025. Can pop up off current mark
COMTESSE VERA – Finished 16th over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 6th of November 2025. One to pass by
ROYAL ETINCELLE – Solid run in 4th over 1900m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 14th of October 2025. Include in all bets
MEARAS STYLE – Not beaten far in 6th over 1700m at Saint-Brieuc in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 9th of November 2025. Others inspire more confidence
SEMEUR – No show in 12th over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 10th of August 2025. Others inspire more confidence
SPINNING MIST – No show in 11th over 2400m at Nantes in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 12th of November 2025. Will be a shock winner
Summary: DRIP (2) showed vast improvement last time out when dropping to a suitable mark in the right race and is back at the scene of his last win. He could well confirm his latest effort to go close again. PROXIMA CENTAURI (5) just found one too good last time out and from a plum draw, he should get the right run in transit which could see him fighting this out. ROYAL ETINCELLE (12) is in solid consistent form and is getting closer to that next career win which appears to be on the horizon. GREAT CHARLIE (4) has bits and pieces of form but that could be good enough to see him featuring.
SELECTIONS
DRIP (2) – PROXIMA CENTAURI (5) – ROYAL ETINCELLE (12) – GREAT CHARLIE (4)
C3 – PRIX DE BAGUENEAU – 2100m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 12,500
SUPER CUTE – Moderate run in 7th over 1900m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 4th of November 2025. Others inspire more confidence
LA MOMY – Finished 6th over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 6th of November 2025. Can earn a cheque
CATELLE ROSE – Finished a clear 5th over 2400m at Nantes in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 12th of November 2025. Place credentials at best
MR GABRIEL – Poor run in 10th over 3100m at Saint-Brieuc in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 9th of November 2025. Hard to recommend
BELLA CIAO – Runner up over 1900m at Chantilly in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 10th of November 2025. Strong contender for top honors
MONDAINAI – No show in 11th over 2700m at Les Sables-D’Olonne in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 11th of October 2025. Easy to pass by
COCO LIGHT – Comfortably held in 8th over 1700m at Saint-Brieuc in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 9th of November 2025. More needed on current form
USNAVYGIRL – Finished 7th over 3900m at Machecoul in a Class 4 hurdles contest on the 11th of November 2025. Back on the flat and should feature
CASH RULER – Finished 5th over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 6th of November 2025. Each way chance
PEYTON PLACE – Moderate run in 8th over 1900m at Parislongchamp in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 11th of September 2025. Others inspire more confidence
ROCK OF SPIRIT – Finished 6th over 2250m at Niort in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 12th of October 2025. Can run into the money
BOKRA FIL MISHMISH – Finished 3rd over 1700m at Saint-Brieuc in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 9th of November 2025. More to do on overall form
VENT DU REVE – Beaten out of sight in 9th over 2400m at Nantes in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 12th of November 2025. Will battle to land a blow
PADDY WHITE HEART –
COL NEM – Finished 15th over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 6th of November 2025. Will be a shock winner
Summary: BELLA CIAO (5) ran a super race last time out and with a repeat performance, she could well land the spoils in this event. CASH RULER (9) hasn’t been far off them in recent outings and in a race of this nature, he should be capable of being a real threat. USNAVYGIRL (8) is back on the flat after trying her hand at jumping and will be a very competitive contender on her previous flat form. ROCK OF SPIRIT (11) gets weight off the back and has earning potential in this contest.
SELECTIONS
BELLA CIAO (5) – CASH RULER (9) – USNAVYGIRL (8) – ROCK OF SPIRIT (11)
C4 – PRIX CAP ATLANTIQUE – 1700m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
BELLE LUMIERE – Moderate performance in 7th over 1800m at Lyon La Soie in a handicap on the 24th of October 2025. Uninspiring sort who will struggle here
REDSIA FAL – Finished 6th over 1400m at Le Mans in a handicap on the 29th of October 2025. Long standing maiden who should go close
HAYA LAND – Runner up over 1950m at Les Sables-D’Olonne in a maiden on the 11th of October 2025. Has the right form to challenge strongly
RAIDEN – No show in 10th over 1900m at Deauville in a divided handicap on the 2nd of November 2025. Can get involved for the minor spots
RAFIKI – Dominant winner over 1600m at Pompadour in a Class 3 course qualifier on the 31st of August 2025. Looks to reel off the hat-trick
MAKE ME DREAM – Finished 5th over 1400m at Niort in a claimer on the 12th of October 2025. Could show some improvement to place
LOVELY DREAM – Fair run in 5th over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 3 course qualifier on the 7th of November 2025. Should be in the money
CHAPEL HILL – Finished 9th over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 3 course qualifier on the 7th of November 2025. Hard to recommend
RODANYA – Finished 8th over 1950m at Parislongchamp in a handicap on the 19th of October 2025. Could benefit from the light weight in a moderate race
LAVIS – Moderate run in 7th over 1600m at Fontainebleau in a divided handicap on the 3rd of November 2025. Has poor form and will be outgunned here
GOT PLAY – No show in 11th over 1400m at Deauville in a maiden on the 6th of November 2025. Will likely remain a maiden after this
DAHARIZ – No type of run 8th over 1600m at Vichy in a divided handicap on the 18th of July 2025. Faces an uphill battle to land a blow
BAY MOON – Failed to feature in 8th over 1400m at Le Mans in a handicap on the 29th of October 2025. More needed to feature
DRINK THAT SMILE – Poor run in 13th over 1400m at Clairefontaine in a divided handicap on the 2nd of August 2025. Will be a surprise winner
WIXON’S MEMORY – Finished 6th over 1200m at Agen-La-Garenne in a claimer on the 26th of October 2025. More needed to play a role
KARAWAN – Lackluster run in 10th over 1900m at Deauville in a divided handicap on the 2nd of November 2025. Will be a shock winner
Summary: REDSIA FAL (2) has had many chances to get it right but appears to be in the right form to get it right in this contest. She should get all the favors from the ace gate and will be the one to beat. RODANYA (9) is a daughter of Camelot who hasn’t hit her straps yet but with a light weight, she could find herself being a real threat. HAYA LAND (3) just found one too good last time out and with a bit of luck in transit, he should go well. RAIDEN(4) isn’t the most genuine sort around but has a couple of runs which will see him being a force here.
SELECTIONS
REDSIA FAL (2) – RODANYA (9) – HAYA LAND (3) – RAIDEN (4)
C5 – PRIX LE GUALES DE MEZAUBRAN – 1700m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,300
NOARA FOR FUN – She is taking a long time to record the next win, finished way back in 10th last time and would be a huge surprise if placing. Ignore from all bets
UNE AVENTURE – Was a winner four starts back, finished 7th at Deauville last time over 1900m in a Handicap and can go close. Strong each way chance
VILLA ADRIENNE – Ignore last run, finished 4th at Saint-Cloud over 1600m before that in a Handicap and rates the one to be with. Good chance
DOLLAR DES BOIS – Lightly raced, ignore last run, was a winner before that over 1650m and has to be given the utmost respect. Include in all bets
ALINKA – Comes into the race fresh off a victory at Croise-Laroche over 1800m in a claiming race and will be a competitive runner here. Bright chance
YOHIO – Ran well on the 1st of the month over 1200m at Durtal finishing 3rd and is one for the shortlist. Strong first four claims
ROBERTO PESTO – Lightly raced, finished 8th at Angers on the 2nd of November over 2000m and has scope to improve and run well. Strong place chance
LAKE DREAM – She has placed eight times from ten starts and seems limited. The win should come soon. Placed only 5th at Argentan over 1900m on the 8th of October and despite being an outsider, could earn
ZOLINA – Attractive 3rd over 1650m at Machecoul on the 2nd of this month and despite being in a weak field then, if reproducing that, can earn again
BORN TO DEFEAT – Not showing much thus far, will need huge progression on form and is therefore hard to make a case for. Pass by
Summary: VILLA ADRIENNE (3) can be forgiven for the last run when downfield and judged on solid earlier form. She finished 4th at Saint-Cloud before that and has an obvious lively winning chance. UNE AVENTURE (2) has won once from five starts and can be expected to do way better than recent efforts. ALINKA (5) was a winner of her last start which was at Croise-Laroche and can follow up. It was however a weak claiming race. ROBERTO PESTO (7) has a huge place chance and is a must for the quartet.
SELECTIONS
VILLA ADRIENNE (3) – UNE AVENTURE (2) – ALINKA (5) – ROBERTO PESTO (7)
C6 – PRIX VICOMTE DU BOISPEAN – 3100m (a2m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 13,700
GOLDEN BELLE – Holding Handicap form, finished 4th in penultimate start and 6th over 2500m at Saint-Cloud on the 26th of October. Include in all bets. Big chance
DEVIL IN THE SKY – Passed the line in first place at Durtal on the 1st of this month over 2900m and has every chance of following up. Good each way claims
RAIMONDIN – He finished 8th at Nantes over 2400m on the 1st of the month and takes a drop in class which makes him the horse to be with. Win
JOLEK LISES – Won a Handicap at Vichy over 3000m on the 15th of August and might need a run or two to shake off the dust. Others are preferred and this can be passed by
YEMASKA – Caught the eye when 5th at Angers over 4000m in a Handicap and will need to build off that for the win but can certainly run a place
HERMANO – Placed 7th at Chantilly over 3200m in a Handicap on the 31st of October and has every chance of being competitive here. Good chance
FALIMAX – Takes on tougher, was victorious at Saint-Brieuc over 3100m on the 9th of this month. The win came after a string of poor runs. Happy to pass by
AS DESJY – Long time maiden, has no form and is hard to make a case for. Would be a shock if placing and can be dismissed from all bets
MILORD DE BAREL – Won three races back, placed 5th at Durtal last time and could represent some small, outside place value. Include in larger quartet perms
DEVILLA – Finished 4th at Lyon Parilly over 3150m in a Handicap on the 7th of this very month and can get way closer this time. Big danger to the top few
AMAZONE ISLAND – Won on debut, finished 2nd at the second start and was 4th at Machecoul on the 11th of this month. Lightly raced, competed against weaker but could give a good account of herself. Watch
DONA CASTA – Finished 2nd over 3200m last time at Landivisiau and was 4th before that at Morlaix over 3300m. Interesting runner and might be worth including as the place value
Summary: RAIMONDIN (3) goes well over this trip and was last seen in a Listed race in early November where far from disgraced. His penultimate run when second at Toulouse is good and that piece of form adds to his winning chances. GOLDEN BELLE (1) has been prominent in Handicap races and is a massive runner. Can go close to winning. DEVIL IN THE SKY (2) was victorious at Durtal over 2900m and can follow up. Big danger to the first choice. HERMANO (6) has a first four chance.
SELECTIONS
RAIMONDIN (3) – GOLDEN BELLE (1) – DEVIL IN THE SKY (2) – HERMANO (6)
C7 – PRIX MADAME FRANCOIS ANDRE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 15,600
BARITON BEAR – Only had five starts, ignore last run when disappointing at Saint-Cloud and is a must for all bets. Placed 2nd at Machecoul over 2950m in the penultimate and can be given a good chance
MAESTRAL – Should get it all right one of these days. Was 3rd at Saint-Brieuc over 2400m last time and can make a race of it. Strong place chance
ZODD – Rates the one to beat. He has placed six times from nine starts and looks ready now. Placed 3rd at Chantilly over 1900m earlier this month and is the firm first choice
MONSIEUR SHELBY – Will need to improve a few places on debut effort for the win but surely has scope. Placed 7th at Craon over 3000m back in September. Include in the quartet
SEEYOUGO – Has shown very little in two runs thus far and it is therefore hard to make a case for. Would be a shock winner, happy to pass by
KEEN LADY – She ran an absolute cracker at Haras Du Pin over 2200m on the 26th of October and should provide plenty cheek all the way home to the first pick. Can win
MOHYRA – She made no impression on debut when only 10th over 1950m at Le Mans in late October and will need significant improvement to threaten. Pass by
DOUBLE JEU – She is taking forever to get it all right, is currently badly off form and only placed twice in her career thus far. Hard to make a case for and would be a shock winner
BREIZH DANSE – Made a pleasing debut at Machecoul over 1650m on the 2nd of this month finishing 5th. There should be any amount of improvement to come. Strong each way claims
ORIENTAL TIGER – Makes his racing debut and is by tip top Teofilo out of a mare called Oriental Road. She won two races in her career and a sparkling first up run could be on the cards here. Watch the betting
IT’S GENETIC – This horse has a shallow pedigree being by It’s Gino out of a mare that never raced and is likely to be an outsider first up. Prefer others
LA COMEDIENNE – She is by Elm Park out of a one time winning mare that could find the opposition here on debut a touch too strong. Watch the market trends with regards to the chances
BALENTINE – A first timer filly that is more than likely to be found at the bottom end of the Bookmakers boards on debut and others will be far preferred. Happy to ignore first up
LUCINE – A daughter of It’s Gino out of a Sunshack mare that might need the experience. Check the betting market for confirmation of that
MILESSIA PARADISE – A daughter out of Silverwave that gets her career underway. She is out of a Le Harve mare and might need a run or two to learn what racing is all about
MONDINE – She is by Mondialiste out of a Take Risks mare. Watch the betting trends as race time looms but she will possibly need the first run
Summary: ZODD (3) finished an encouraging 3rd at Chantilly over 1900m last time intimating that the maiden win is now very near. KEEN LADY (6) has placed five from nine and finished a good 2nd over 2200m last time. She can finally get it all right and go one more today. BARITON BEAR (1) can be forgiven for the below par last run and judged on the very good penultimate effort when placing 2nd. Big danger to the first choice. BREIZH DANSE (9) should be right there at the finish and is a natural inclusion for the quartet.
SELECTIONS
ZODD (3) – KEEN LADY (6) – BARITON BEAR (1) – BREIZH DANSE (9)
C8 – PRIX MOULIN D’ARGENT – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 13,700
ROYAL ENCLOSURE – He is taking time to find the winners enclosure to record his next win. Last run was at Deauville over 2500m in a Handicap placing 9th and might well be the value. Respect and include
PONTE DE LIMA – Was a winner at the penultimate run but only managed 7th place at Agen over 2500m last time. Others are preferred for the shortlist
ENERGIA TOURISMO – Two time winning son of Tourist, finished 4th at Machecould over 2350m on the 11th of this month and has respectable enough form to make a race of it. Good chance
LOUISE GREEN – Placed 5th at Machecoul over 2350m on the 11th of this month and will need to serve up more than that to win but can certainly place
BANMA – Was a winner three starts back at Niort but two runs since then have been on the decline at two different tracks over two different distances. Off form and hard to make a case for
KATIE LIGHT – She has placed 50% of the time and should be able to get it right soon despite competing in some low grade races. Include in the quartet as the place value
LA FLANDRINE – Placed 6th at Chantilly in a fairly competitive race over 1900m on the 8th of this month and bumps the right field here. Bright winning chance
BYGOUDINE – Ignore last run, placed 2nd at Niort over 2250m in the penultimate and will be able to go close based on that run alone. Each way chance
HELP DAVIER – Posted a much better effort last time when racing at Niort over 2250m on the 12th of October placing 4th. Strong place claims
MEKHTALIA – She has only placed once in her career, her last run is a worry and she will need considerable progression to threaten here. Small, outside place chance at best
Summary: LA FLANDRINE (7) is lightly raced, ran well on debut and meets the right field to run a huge race. Her last two runs can be progressed on. BYGOUDINE (8) will have a huge chance if dismissing the last run when not finding a place. The penultimate start was good enough to suggest she has solid claims here. HELP DAVIER (9) is a tad erratic but on very best form, can finish in the first four. ENERGIA TOURISMO (3) is another one that must be given consideration.
SELECTIONS – LA FLANDRINE (7) – BYGOUDINE (8) – HELP DAVIER (9) – ENERGIA TOURISMO (3)

French Selections Saturday 22nd

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