| R1 VINCENNES [L-H] |
| C1 – PRIX KISSA – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 68,000 |
1. ELMER DU BELVER – Has raced just once since 24 December 2022. Makes first appearance for 9 months and will need the run
2. GOLDEN VISAIS – 8th of 9 finishers when prepping for this in a monté Class D over course and distance mid-month. Races barefoot this time and will have his supporters
3. GYS – 4th of 15, behind HERALDIQUE (9), in a 2100m Class D here on 3 June. Gabriele Gelormini reining this time and will be expected to finish close once more
4. ELIXIR DE CRENNES – Modest sort that has done nothing noteworthy for some time. 10th of 16 in a 2850m Laval Class D late-April and, in this company, has no realistic chance
5. HISTOIRE MODERNE – Sanctioned in both since returning to competition, latterly a 2850m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Entrusted to Matthieu Abrivard this time and will be assured every chance
6. FILOU DE LA ROUVRE – Quality element but lost his way late last season and picked up this year where he left off, sanctioned in a 2850m Laval Class D 3 months ago. Is competitively-shod but other more attractive options are available
7. HORATIUS D’ELA – Tough crusader that finished 4th behind HUDO DU RUEL (16) in a 2850m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Has never won over 2700m in Paris but is in good enough shape to trot his way onto the podium
8. GARUDA FLIGNY – 7th of 15 when being conditioned for this over 2950m at Charlottenlund on 12 May. Races barefoot this time but chances still limited
9. HERALDIQUE – Won over course and distance before coming 2nd to the fine Global Agreement in a 2100m Class D here on 3 May. Thrives with his driver of the day and can win this
10. DORUN BEAM – 3rd of 16 in a 2400m Montauban Class D 10 days ago. Mathieu Mottier in the sulky but will struggle to make his mark
11. HEMMA DE BRIKVIL – Hardy mare returning to the venue on a hat-trick after winning a 2850m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Takes on the boys this time but will still be competitive for a first-5 payday
12. HOTLINE DE CARSI – Makes first appearance since coming 5th of 18 in a 3025m Châteaubriant monté Class D early-February, and can be passed over
13. HOBBES – Capable on a good day but as capricious as they get. Has not been seen out since faulting in a 2850m Class D here early-February and, with front pads fitted, is unlikely to cause an upset
14. FILARETE DU VERGER – Pleasantly surprised on re-entry 2 weeks ago when 4th of 16, at 111/1, in a 2100m Class C here. Shoes on again and is not to be underestimated this time
15. EGINE PRECIEUSE – Showed a different side on 20 April when 3rd of 15 in a 2875m Enghien monté Class C, but will have nothing to offer here
16. HUDO DU RUEL – Serious sort that missed out by little in a 2850m Class D here on 10 May. Has an entry-made-in-heaven and David Thomain will be loathe to squander it
Summary: Remarkably consistent, and winner over course and distance last month, HERALDIQUE (9) continues his march forward with Yoann Lebourgeois and can expect to garner the lion’s share of support. Ideally-engaged at the limit of earnings, and in the form of his life, HUDO DU RUEL (16) will not go down without a fight. Impressive 3rd to him here 3 weeks ago, HORATIUS D’ELA (7) must be taken seriously, as should GYS (3) who trotted 4th to the favourite earlier this month.
| SELECTIONS |
| HERALDIQUE (9) – HUDO DU RUEL (16) – HORATIUS D’ELA (7) – GYS (3) |
| C2 – PRIX VICTOR CAVEY – ETRIER 5 ANS Q3 – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Gr2 Race – Mounted – EUR € 120,000 |
1. JASMINE DE NEUVY – Capable under the saddle, and steps up in class, but has not raced since faulting in a 2175m Gr.2 late-January. Shod to preference but risks being race-rusty
2. JADE DE CASTELLE – Respectable but never-dangerous 5th to JUS DE FRUIT (3) in a Class C over course and distance 2 weeks ago and will need to find considerably more
3. JUS DE FRUIT – Sanctioned in 2 Gr.2’s before trotting 2nd of 9 in a Class C over course and distance a fortnight ago but still represents no more than a minor place prospect
4. JANE AIMEE – 4th in Prix Louis Forcinal before faulting in Prix Jean Gauvreau 3 weeks ago. Showed her form that day but not an obvious choice this time around
5. JULIANA DE RETZ – Seldom gets her nose in front but always gives what she can. Faulted when well-backed in Gr.2 Prix Louis Forcinal behind JEROBOAM D’ERABLE (6) late last month but, with application, will not be far off the mark
6. JEROBOAM D’ERABLE – Can prove a handful but has bags of ability. 6th of 8 finishers in a harness Gr.3 over course and distance mid-month and returns to conditions he appreciates with a good hand to play
7. JOUMBA DE GUEZ – 3rd of 16 when preparing for this in a 2150m Enghien harness Class A last Saturday. Reunited with Eric Raffin for whom he won Gr.1 Prix Jag de Bellouet, and looks a serious proposition
8. JEEGHA PRIDE – Superb in both codes, 3 weeks ago making short work of 2175m Gr.2 Prix Jean Gauvreau, and with form maintained can double her money
9. JESSY DE BANVILLE – 13th of 14 in a 2625m La Rochelle Class B harness conditioner on 12 May after having come 3rd in Prix Louis Forcinal. In better company this time but is unshod-behind, and still capable of making first 5
10. JUBILE PRIOR – Well-beaten 5th of 7 finishers in 2175m Gr.2 Prix Jean Gauvreau here 3 weeks ago and is not about to shake things up
11. JEAN BALTHAZAR – Top-drawer crusader that came 2nd to JEEGHA PRIDE (8) in 10 May race of reference. May not have her measure this time either but can still trot his way onto the podium
Summary: Currently on an excellent run of form, JEEGHA PRIDE (8) stormed up in the Gr.2 Prix Jean Gauvreau 3 weeks ago and, if still on the boil, can confirm. The ever-consistent JEAN BALTHAZAR (11) finished runner-up to her that day and will again be competitive, but may first have to give way to Gr.1-winning JOUMBA DE GUEZ (7) who showed her form under harness last weekend, and who goes unshod-behind for the occasion. JEROBOAM D’ERABLE (6) won the Gr.2 Prix Louis Forcinal with ease late last month and, shod to preference, will have his chances.
| SELECTIONS |
| JEEGHA PRIDE (8) – JOUMBA DE GUEZ (7) – JEAN BALTHAZAR (11) – JEROBOAM D’ERABLE (6) |
| C3 – PRIX DE CLAIREFONTAINE – 2850m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 59,000 |
1. GAGNANT DE BRIKVIL – Won at Laval late-March but failed to confirm when 10th of 11 in a Class D at the same venue early-May. Has evident merit but others still easier to back
2. GRAND PAJELO – Never far from faulting but form is not in doubt, most recently 5th of 15 in a similar event here 2 weeks ago. No younger horses to contend with this time and can bring home the bacon
3. ETHAN DRIVE – Pleased around the turn of the year but lacklustre since. 9th of 15 finishers, behind FEDER PERRINE (9), in a Class D under these conditions earlier this month, and will have few friends
4. FLAMBEUR DU DIGEON – 4th of 14 in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class E 10 days ago. Reunited with the champion driver and is not about to let the side down. Place chance
5. FERIA DE LIGNY – Unlucky 7th of 14 finishers in a 2100m Vincennes Class D mid-May. Entrusted to Benjamin Rochard this time and should be good enough to challenge for a place in the frame
6. FOKKER DE BAILLY – Sanctioned in last 2, most recently a 2550m Reims Class E 10 days ago, and has no love for Vincennes
7. GAGNEUR – Close 2nd of 16 in a Class D over course and distance late-April before coming 7th under similar conditions 3 weeks ago. Just hind shoes on this occasion and looks capable of opening his Vincennes account
8. ESPIT CHUPITOS – Steps back up in category after trotting 5th of 15 in a 2850m claimer here late-April, but still has more to find
9. FEDER PERRINE – Showed his form when 2nd of 11 in a 2175m monté Class E here a fortnight ago, races barefoot this time, and if forms transitions, his place is in the first 5
10. FIRST LADY BLEUE – Unraced since coming 6th of 12 in a 2950m Toulouse Class E on 10 February and will need the outing
11. EIGHT – Modest individual starting for first time since coming 9th of 12 in a 2550m Bordeaux Class D early-December, and can be ruled out
12. GET UP DES PLAINES – Very ordinary since the winter break, most recently last of 14 in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E, and is unlikely to generate much interest
13. FAKIR DE GESVRES – Last of 14 in a 2100m Class D here mid-month. Barefoot for the occasion but still no threat
14. GLOWING MOKO – Never far from faulting, which he demonstrated in a 2825m Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche on 13 May, but can play a small role if he reproduces his previous performance
15. EQUIDO ALFA – Handy trotter with 3 runs in him since the break, latterly one from last in a 3475m Vire Class E last weekend. Shoes off though for just 2nd start at the venue and should not be ruled out
16. FAUBOURG DU PERCHE – 14th of 18 in a 3475m Vire Class E last weekend and, even unshod-in-front, will have nothing to offer
Summary: In the absence of 7 year-olds, 3 of which had his measure here a fortnight ago, GRAND PAJELO (2) races barefoot for just the 2nd time in his career and can win this if he stays in stride. In the frame in 2 of his last 3, GAGNEUR (7) has solid references under these conditions, reverts to racing unshod behind, and also has a claim on the prize. FLAMBEUR DU DIGEON (4) encouraged at Saint-Malo recently and the engagement of Eric Raffin has not gone unnoticed. FERIA DE LIGNY (5) was by no means disgraced here mid-month but nevertheless sports a revised configuration and can play a prominent role.
| SELECTIONS |
| GRAND PAJELO (2) – GAGNEUR (7) – FLAMBEUR DU DIGEON (4) – FERIA DE LIGNY (5) |
| C4 – PRIX PYTHIA – 2850m (a2m) – Class B Race – Harness – EUR € 75,000 |
1. GHOSTBUSTER – Fine servant but has not been seen out since faulting in a 2100m Class C here late-February. Shoes on and no threat
2. GUINESS D’HERFRAIE – Briefly lost her way earlier in the year but reassured with an authoritative victory in a 2700m Class C here on 4 May. Steps up in category but, with form maintained, will not be far from the action
3. GOLD DAIRPET – Superb servant but below-par in last 2, latterly 12th of 15 in a 2150m Enghien Class B last Saturday. Should not be too hastily judged and it is only a matter of time before he comes good again
4. INSHORE – Unraced since faulting in a 2200m monté Gr.1 here early-March. Has other priorities and can be ruled out
5. ELISKA BERRY – Bites off more than she can chew again after finishing 10th of 17 in a 2625m Class B at La Rochelle on 12 May
6. I CAN DREAM – Classy individual but is being prepared for a campaign in the other code and can be disregarded
7. GIBUS – Returns to the harness game after coming 6th of 17 in a 2450m Caen monté Class B on 11 May. Won his only start under these conditions and must not be underestimated
8. FELIX DU BOURG – Seldom gets his nose in front but has been knocking at the door lately, most recently 3rd of 15 in a 2150m Enghien Class B last weekend and, while unlikely to repeat, should still acquit himself honourably
9. HONKY TONK BLUES – Off the boil all year, most recently last in 4 May race of reference and, sporting a new configuration or not, can be passed over
10. HIDALGO DES NOES – Erratic but is plainly back in shape, coming 4th of 14 in a similar event 2 weeks ago and, with form maintained, can pick up another minor place cheque
11. CASH BANK BIGI – Serious mare but difficult to handle. Has never disappointed under these conditions however and will be competitive for a place in the frame
12. FAUBOURG – Oddly not disgraced when 11th of 15, behind GUIDE MOI FORGAN (15) in a 2100m Class B here on 4 May, but will struggle to make any impact this time around
13. FLOREAL – Cagnes Gr.3 winner earlier in the year. Would have finished close in a 2525m Cavaillon Class B early-April had he not blundered in the turn for home. Eric Raffin reining this time though and looks a player
14. INEXESS BLEU – Fine campaigner that showed his form when 2nd of 10 in a Class A over course and distance on 19 April. Comes here fresh and with Alexandre Abrivard back in business, can impose
15. GUIDE MOI FORGAN – Would have finished closer than 9th in a 2100m Class B here earlier in the month had he not quickly faulted and Mathieu Mottier will be out to make amends
16. EQUINOXE JIEL – Made little impact before being sanctioned in a similar event mid-month and is not about to spring a surprise
Summary: Runner-up to the excellent Ino Du Lupin over course and distance last month, INEXESS BLEU (14) seldom disappoints under these conditions and will take some beating. Alexandre Abrivard would still be wise to be wary of the delicate CASH BANK BIGI (11) who has group-form over 2850m on the main track, and GIBUS (7) who has yet to be beaten when barefoot. The capable GUIDE MOI FORGAN (15) raced better last time than the result would suggest and will be no easy touch if Mathieu Mottier gets him off on the right foot.
| SELECTIONS |
| INEXESS BLEU (14) – CASH BANK BIGI (11) – GIBUS (7) – GUIDE MOI FORGAN (15) |
| C5 – PRIX LAVATER – ETRIER 4 ANS Q3 – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Gr2 Race – Mounted – EUR € 120,000 |
1. KINGSTON DE BLARY – Unexceptional colt making his first appearance under the saddle since last June. 6th of 14 in a harness Class C over 2700m here 10 days ago and even with hind shoes off, looks outclassed
2. KELVALSE CASTELETS – Courageous winner of a Class C over course and distance 10 days ago but takes on a serious bunch this time and others preferred
3. KEL AIR D’EOLE – Opened his account at Enghien late-March before repeating in a Class C over track and trip on 23 April. Returns fresh to Paris and, although not a priority, should nevertheless hold his own
4. KANTHABELLA – Showed marked improvement when 3rd to KELLY DE BANVILLE (10) in Caen race of reference. Unlikely to repeat but can still make the first 5
5. KIRCIE DE GUEZ – Went into her winter break on a high note but below-par in 3 so far this term and can be confidently passed over
6. KARMA – Progressive colt with a 50% win-rate and thrives under these conditions. Made short work of a Class B over track and trip 3 weeks ago and steps up in category with justified ambition
7. KILLER QUICK – Picked up victoriously this term where he left off last January, latterly flying up in a 3000m Marseille-Borély Class B 2 weeks ago. Has previously imposed over course and distance and looks a serious player
8. KONDOR – Looked rather ordinary when 7th of 9 in a Class C under these conditions 2 weeks ago and, even though entrusted to Eric Raffin and barefoot for the first time, is unlikely to shake things up
9. KAYA DREAM – 11th of 12 finishers in a harness Gr.3 over course and distance on 3 May. Has previously won a Gr.2 over 2700m here but is not about to repeat any time soon
10. KELLY DE BANVILLE – Hardy filly that opened her Gr.2 account in style on 11 May, winning 2450m Prix Henri Ballière at Caen earlier this month, and looks main threat to KYT KAT (13)
11. KARLA DE MAI – Has been going well this term, most recently 4th to KYT KAT (13) in 2175m Gr.2 Prix René Palyart here late last month, but nonetheless represents no more than a minor place chance
12. KABAKA DE GUEZ – Sanctioned when preparing for this in a 2450m Caen harness Gr.3 3 weeks ago. Is no slouch on a good day, sports modified shoeing, but appears to have her work cut out
13. KYT KAT – High-class colt that set his personal best chrono when winning a 2175m Gr.2 here on 26 April. Comes here fresh and should have the measure of the field
14. KYRIELLE DES VAUX – Ended winter meeting with 2 successive Gr.2 victories. Courageous 4th to KELLY DE BANVILLE (10) in a 2450m Caen Gr.2 on 11 May and, shod as she was here in February, will again be competitive for a place on the podium
Summary: An exceptional campaigner under the saddle, KYT KAT (13) set the record straight on her first start since the break, beating a number of these in Gr.2 Prix René Palyart over 2175m here late last month, and is similar form, should have this in the bag. Mathieu Mottier will nevertheless be keeping an eye on the recently rejuvenated KELLY DE BANVILLE (10) who was imperious at Caen 3 weeks ago, and the course-and-distance hat-trick-seeking KARMA (6) who races shod on her first foray into this class of race. Alexandre Abrivard takes over on KILLER QUICK (7) who is unbeaten in 2 since returning from his layoff.
| SELECTIONS |
| KYT KAT (13) – KELLY DE BANVILLE (10) – KARMA (6) – KILLER QUICK (7) |
| C6 – PRIX BILLETS DISCOUNT (PRIX KLOTHO) – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 53,000 |
1. DONATUSS – Disappointing on the whole this year, latterly 8th of 15 in a 2100m Class E here 2 weeks ago, and will struggle to make any impact
2. DIE HARD (ITY) – Rather unlucky not to finish closer than 5th in a Class D over course and distance 3 weeks ago. Caught the eye in the final stages and, if still on the boil, can win this
3. DAMISELA – Unraced since winning a 2850m monté Class D here late-March. Is barefoot for re-entry and while not a priority, can still get a look-in
4. DIAPASON (ITY) – Respectable behind JEU COQUIN (11) on re-entry before faulting in a 2850m Class B here on 12 April. Is clearly in shape though, sports a new configuration, and will generate interest
5. DEXTER ORS – Useful Italian import that has yet to take to Vincennes profile. 10th of 11, behind JEU COQUIN (11) in a 2875m Enghien Class B on 2 April and, even with front pads fitted, looks out of his depth
6. MISTER INVICTUS – Capable in both codes but has not been seen out since finishing 8th of 11 in a 2850m Class B here on 10 December and best to hold off
7. JUNKIE (SWE) – Clear 2nd to a very good horse in a 2875m Enghien Class B on 2 May. Appreciates these conditions and is not going to be far from the action
8. ILIADE (SWE) – Sprang a 13/1 surprise winning a 2100m Class E here on 26 April. Has had ample time to recuperate and will be interesting to watch
9. COCIS MP – Ended 2023 on a low note and picked up where he left off, coming 12th of 16 in a 2150m Argentan Class D mid-April, and already looks outclassed
10. JASON GINYU – Came 2nd over course and distance late-April before finishing an unthreatening 7th of 16 in a 2850m Class B here a week ago. Excels over 2700m here though and must not be underestimated
11. JEU COQUIN – 8th of 11 in a 2875m Enghien Class B earlier this month after having encouraged at Vincennes but still has a lot more to find
12. JAB DE MYE – Unremarkable 12th of 16, on re-entry, in a 2850m Class B here a week ago, and appears to need another outing
13. JEANNETTE PRIORY – Unremarkable mare making first appearance since being sanctioned in a Class A under these conditions late-February. Unseen for 3 months and not an obvious choice
14. IDEAL DE RIVRAY – Clearly on the right road, coming 2nd of 7 finishers in a 2625m Class G at La Rochelle 10 days ago. In better company this time but will still acquit himself competitively
15. JACADI BROUETS – Last of 11 finishers in a 2875m Enghien Class B on 2 May. Barefoot for this excellent entry and François Lagadeuc will be eager to take advantage of the opportunity. Place prospect
16. JADE D’AMOUR – Out of sorts when sanctioned in a 2875m Enghien Class B on 2 May. Benefits from a good entry though and can make this her own if Benjamin Rochard keeps her trotting
Summary: Third in an Enghien Class A before coming 5th over course and distance earlier this month,
DIE HARD (ITY) (2) will be reined by Eric Raffin this time and deserves to be rewarded with victory. After winning 2 in a row straight after her winter break, JADE D’AMOUR (16) was never at her ease across town earlier in the month but is twice a winner under these conditions and Benjamin Rochard will be out to set the record straight. A good dual-discipline trotter with 2 races under his belt, JACADI BROUETS (15) is barefoot for his first objective of the season and is unlikely to disappoint. Second in an Enghien Class B earlier this month, JUNKIE (SWE) (7) has never disappointed over 2700m here and warrants respect.
| SELECTIONS |
| DIE HARD (ITY) (2) – JADE D’AMOUR (16) – JACADI BROUETS (15) – JUNKIE (SWE) (7) |
| C7 – PRIX TROPIQUES FM (PRIX ABUNDANTIA) – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B Race – Harness – EUR € 52,000 |
1. KEPI DEL – Won at Beaumont-de-Lomagne early-April before trotting 3rd of 14 in a Class B over course and distance mid-month, and can play a leading role
2. KEVIN PRINCE – Useful sort but lacklustre 9th of 11 finishers in a Class B over course and distance on 15 May. Is clearly better than that though, goes first time barefoot, and can get a look-in this time
3. KALAO DU VIVIER – Gives a good account for the most part but unlucky 7th to KEPI DEL (1) mid-month. Alexandre Abrivard takes over and will attempt to put things right
4. KATIM DU GOUTIER – Failed to impress when 10th of 11 behind KRAKEN CASTELETS (11) in a Class B over track and trip 3 weeks ago. Will need to pull his socks up, but races first time barefoot and will have his supporters
5. KALINOU QUICK – Won here earlier in the year but disappointing in 2 since, most recently 8th in race of reference. Not a priority but should nevertheless show signs of improvement
6. KITTS ET NEVIS – Quality trotter that excels over 2700m here. Returns to the venue on a hat-trick and has every chance of pulling it off
7. KRISTO BOURBON – Capable trotter but sanctioned in both this term, most recently in race of reference, and others easier to support
8. KISS ME BOURBON – Moderate filly that could manage no closer than 6th behind KIVALA RENARDIER (10) in a 2700m Class B here on 4 May and is not about to spring any surprises
9. KIWI DE TREMONT – Encouraging 5th on comeback, 2 places behind KEPI DEL (1), in 15 May race of reference. Will have progressed and must be considered a decent first-5 chance
10. KIVALA RENARDIER – Decent 3rd of 16 in a Class B over course and distance on 4 May. Thrives with Benjamin Rochard reining and must be considered a contender
11. KRAKEN CASTELETS – Courageous 2nd to a good colt in a Class B over track and trip 3 weeks ago. Raffin reining again and will be competitive for the win
Summary: Clearly talented but also somewhat capricious, KITTS ET NEVIS (6) has turned a corner recently, winning two over course and distance, and the nature of his latest victory bodes well for the hat-trick. Good second under these conditions 3 weeks ago, KRAKEN CASTELETS (11) enjoys an excellent entry here and will be no soft touch. Back on the right track after a difficult start to the season, KEPI DEL (1) beat a number of these here mid-month and can again finish close. KIVALA RENARDIER (10) is one of the more dependable elements in the field and will once again be expected to compete for a first-3 cheque.
| SELECTIONS |
| KITTS ET NEVIS (6) – KRAKEN CASTELETS (11) – KEPI DEL (1) – KIVALA RENARDIER (10) |
| C8 – PRIX TRACE TV (PRIX SAPPHO) – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 40,000 |
1. KAMES – Returns to the harness code after winning a 2750m monté Class F at La Capelle on 5 May. Goes first time barefoot, with Eric Raffin reining, and will be worth monitoring
2. KADEHO DE FRAMIST – Continued his unproductive ways when 7th to KISS ME AGAIN (10) in a 2950m Vichy Class E 2 weeks ago and has no realistic chance
3. KASSOUMAYE – Imposed at Graignes before confirming in a 2850m Maure-de-Bretagne Class E on 12 May. Is proven under these conditions and is very easy to like for a spot in first 3
4. KRICK DU GUESCLIN – Placed in 1 of 2 under these conditions. 8th behind KENOR DESBOIS (6) in a 3000m Nantes Class E on re-entry. Will have come on for the run, sports a new configuration, and should be able to get in on the action
5. KONG – Delicate but capable type that won 3 on the trot last season, including over the main track. Sanctioned on comeback in a 2475m Royan La Palmyre Class F 12 days ago but will nonetheless generate some interest
6. KENOR DESBOIS – Won over track and trip in December but disappointing in 3 this term, latterly 7th of 13 in a 3000m Nantes Class E 3 weeks ago. Alexandre Abrivard reining this time though and should show some improvement
7. KILIMANDJARO – Quickly sanctioned in a 2700m Class D at Le Croisé-Laroche 9 days ago. Has no love for Vincennes and with shoes on can be passed over
8. KENZO DU MONT – Never far from faulting but has excelled lately, scoring a brace, latterly a 2450m Caen Class E on 5 May. Has references racing left-handed and, even racing barefoot this time, can pleasantly surprise
9. KING MOKO – Last of 8 in a 2050m Lyon-La Soie Class D on 10 April. Placed just once in 8 starts this year and is unlikely to rock the boat
10. KISS ME AGAIN – Returns to racing left-handed after winning a 2950m Vichy Class E smartly 2 weeks ago. Sports modified shoeing for Vincennes debut and is not going to be far off the mark
11. KITALIANO ALGREF – Showed significant promise last season. Has yet to get into his stride this term but will be sufficiently prepared by now and can give KALEO DU BELLAY (13) a run for his money
12. KATSUKI – 8th of 13 finishers in a 2100m Class D here mid-month and in order to compete in this category will need to raise his game
13. KALEO DU BELLAY – Makes first appearance since coming last of 9 in a Class C over track and trip last December. Has ample ability though, comes here with freshness on his side, and has a realistic chance of opening his 2024 account
Summary: Perfectly-engaged at the limit of earnings, KALEO DU BELLAY (13) may not have been seen out since December but he goes unshod-behind for comeback and can debut victoriously for his new handler. A winner over the main track last season, KITALIANO ALGREF (11) will be fully-fit by now and is not incapable of getting straight down to business. KASSOUMAYE (3) steps up in category after winning 2 on the trot and must be afforded respect, as should a newly-configured KISS ME AGAIN (10) who has been enjoying something of a renaissance since starting to race barefoot.
| SELECTIONS |
| KALEO DU BELLAY (13) – KITALIANO ALGREF (11) – KASSOUMAYE (3) – KISS ME AGAIN (10) |
| R3 NANCY [R-H] |
| C1 – PRIX DE LA PLACE ST-EPVRE – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 22,000 |
1. LA NESLOISE – Disqualified in the last four, the latest in class D at Enghien over 2875m on 25 May. Hard to trust and needs to be wise
2. LATINO THE BEST – Finished 7th in class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 13 May. Others are preferred in this line-up
3. LISA D’OURVILLE – She was disqualified in class G at Gournay-en-Brayover 2550m on 19 May. Can improve on the latest effort
4. LUCKY BOY VERTRAC – Third in class F at Strasbourg over 2800m on 16 May. Fair form but has yet to win, can earn some minor money
5. L’HISTOIRE SECRETE – A winner on debut in class G Gournay-en-Bray over 2550m on 12 May. Capable of following up
6. LADRA DI MALAVITA – A decent 5th in class D at Reims over 2550m on 17 April. Third run back and will be fitter but more if needed to win
7. LOOKING D’AURCY – Probably needed the latest in class G at Durtal over 2825m on 19 May. A debut winner who can bounce back and be concerned for the places
8. LUNA DOMA – Disqualified in class D at Vincennes over 2850m on 22 March. She has shown ability but has been on a break for two months. If fit can get involved
9. LOKY DE JIEL – A runner-up in class D at Reims over 2550m on 17 April. He has the ability but needs to be wise to get involved
10. LEGACY JIEL – A winner in class F at Strasbourg over 2800m on 16 May. Has sufficient means to fight for victory
11. LE SAP – Undefeated in two starts, the latest in a class G at Durtal over 2825m on 19 May. Big chance for a treble
12. LOTTA LOVE – Unplaced in class D at Enghien over 2150m on 2 May. Fluffed her lines in the latest but was a runner-up in the previous two. If smart can play a minor role
Summary: LE SAP (11) has won both her starts and has looked good so far. She can take out this opening event. L’HISTOIRE SECRETE (5) won nicely on debut and will make a race of it. LEGACY JIEL (10) bounced back to his best last time out and can contest the finish once again. LEGACY JIEL (10) ran well last time out and deserves respect as well.
| SELECTIONS |
| LE SAP (11) – L’HISTOIRE SECRETE (5) – LEGACY JIEL (10) – LOKY DE JIEL (9) |
| C2 – PRIX DE LA PLACE CARRIERE – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 17,000 |
1. KANNELLE DE BAIS – Was 8th in class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 26 May. Probably needed the last start but others are preferred
2. KELIA DES CHARMES – Well beaten 7th in a class F at Jullouville-les-Pins over 2700m on 9 May. Remains barefoot and would be a shock winner
3. KISS ME DU RIL – Disqualified in class H at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2600m on 8 May.Has disqualification issues and must be wise
4. KINKY PAN – A runner-up on class G at Arras over 2900m on 20 May.Remains barefoot. Improved effort when barefoot but others are preferred
5. KEEP ON RUNNING – Was 5th in Mounted race class D at Vincennes over 2175m on 14 May. Reverts to barefoot and does appreciate this track. Respect
6. KIARA UTINGEOISE – A runner-up in class H at Cluny over 2700m on 15 May. Yet to taste victory but did improve in the latest and has a place chance
7. KATALINA DU DOLLAR – Finished 5th in class F at Saint-Malo over 2950m on 20 May. Unplaced in four attempts this year and others are preferred
8. KEEN DE MAHEY – Disqualified in class F at Saint-Malo over 2950m on 20 May. Capable of bouncing back to score
9. KORDELIA – A winner in class F at Carpentras over 2100m on 26 May. Others are preferred in this line-up
10. KALINE DE FAEL – Disappointing 8th in class F at Cholet over 2800m on 29 April. She has had two runs back from a break and should be ready to go close
11. KYRIELLE JOMUNA – Disqualified in the last two attempts, the latest in a class E at Amiens over 2400m on 27 May. Can make the frame on the best form
12. KLEOPATRA BLUE – Finished 6th in class F at Durtal over 2825m on 19 May. Remains barefoot and has sufficient means to fight for a place
13. KELOWA STARDUST – Finished 7th in class F at Durtal over 2825m on 19 May. Others are preferred in this line-up
14. KALA DES RACQUES – She was disqualified in class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 13 May. Finds an easier task than in her last two attempts and can earn some money
15. KISS ME DUTOLLEM – A winner in class F at Reims over 2500m on 25 April. Her current shoeing arrangement remains and can be involved in the finish
16. KIARA DE JADE – Disappointing 9th in class E at Laval over 2850m on 23 May. Reverts to barefoot. On best efforts must have a chance
Summary: KALINE DE FAEL (10) did not get a clean run last time out and will be fitter this time so can bounce back to win. KISS ME DUTOLLEM (15) keeps the same show arrangement that saw a win last time out so she should be a threat. KYRIELLE JOMUNA (11) is not easy to trust but is capable of an upset. KEEN DE MAHEY (8) fluffed her lines with a disqualification last time out but did run well in her penultimate start.
| SELECTIONS |
| KALINE DE FAEL (10) – KISS ME DUTOLLEM (15) – KYRIELLE JOMUNA (11) – KEEN DE MAHEY (8) |
| C3 – PRIX STE DES COURSES DE MONTIER EN DER – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 17,000 |
1. KUZCO – Much improved this year and was runner-up last time out in Class H at Elbeuf over 2750m on 5 May. Could finish in the money
2. KEEPER BAY – Yet to win but is holding his form well and was third last time out in Class F at Châlons-en-Champagne over this distance on 25 May. Not out of it
3. KENZO DE LA CRIERE – Yet to win a race but he wasn’t disgraced when third last time out in Class H at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2600m on 8 May. Might play a minor role
4. KOBALT HENJO – Unreliable and was 8th last time out in Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 29 April. Capable of earning some money if in the mood
5. KORLEON – Not easy to trust and was disqualified at Gournay-en-Bray on 19 May. Capable of popping up in a place of smart
6. KRISTAL DE JIEL – Disqualified last time out at Strasbourg on 16 May. Likes this course and should be right there at the finish again
7. KRONOS JIEL – Unreliable and is not easy to trust but did run well when runner-up last time out in Class F at Strasbourg over 2800m on 16 May. Keeps that shoe arrangement and can contest the finish
8. KINGPIN – Showed improvement when barefoot and third last time out in Class E at Meslay-du-Maine over this distance on 16 May. Remains barefoot and should do even better this time around
9. KENNY NELGER – Holding his form well and was a winner last time out in Class F at Reims over 2550m on 20 May. Can follow up
10. KING DU PONT – Looks much improved this year and was runner-up last time out in Class F at Cholet over 2800m on 14 April. Should make a bold bid at scoring
Summary: KING DU PONT (10) has improved of late and should make a bold bid at winning this. KINGPIN (8) was doing good work at the finish last time out and deserves respect in this line-up. KRONOS JIEL (7) keeps the same shoe arrangement that saw a good run last time out but he has tended to be unreliable. KRISTAL DE JIEL (6) likes this course and would not be a surprise winner.
| SELECTIONS |
| KING DU PONT (10) – KINGPIN (8) – KRONOS JIEL (7) – KRISTAL DE JIEL (6) |
| C4 – PRIX DE LAXOU – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class G Amateur Riders Race – Harness – EUR € 19,500 |
1. HELIOT DES LANDES – At very best when fully barefoot and was a winner last time out in a Claimer at Angoulême over 2750m on 13 May. Not unshod this time but could make the frame
2. HABY DE GOUYE – Has struggled again this year and was disqualified last time out at Châlons-en-Champagne on 8 May. Unlikely to win
3. HISTORY DE BELFOND – Battling to regain best form and was 9th last time out in Class F at Landivisiau over 3200m on 8 May. Needs major improvement to win
4. HELLO DU MOULIN – On a very long losing run and was 7th last time out in Class G at Strasbourg over 2800m on 16 May. Needs to do more to win this race
5. HARMONIE BLONDE – In good form of late and was runner-up last time out in Class H at Gournay-en-Bray over 2550m on 19 May. Should be right there at the finish once again
6. HOOKER DU PECH – On a very long losing run but he did only find one better last time out in Class G at Laon over 2850m on 1 May. Deserves respect for that run
7. HELENA DU MOUCHEL – Has struck a purple patch of form and was a winner last time out in Class G at Strasbourg over 2800m on 16 May. Can complete a treble
8. HOLAF D’OURVILLE – Disappointing last run when 8th in Class F at Carhaix over 2800m on 26 May. Capable of better and has a place chance
9. HIRONDELLE D’AVEZE – Has been struggling to regain winning form for some time now and was well beaten last time out in Class F at Strasbourg over 2800m on 16 May. Others are preferred
10. HAUTE VOLTIGE – Showed some improvement when barefoot and 6th last time out in a claimer at Bernay over 2825m on 27 May. Needs to do more to win this race
11. HOCCO DARCHE – Broke a long losing run when he was victorious last time out in Class G at Lisieux over 2725m on 26 May. Can follow up
Summary: HELENA DU MOUCHEL (7) has won her last two starts and has every chance of turning that into a hat-trick. HELENA DU MOUCHEL (7) has not won for some time but got close last time out and can go one better. HARMONIE BLONDE (5) is in good shape and should be involved with the finish yet again. HELIOT DES LANDES (1) is best when unshod and that will not be the case this time around.
| SELECTIONS |
| HELENA DU MOUCHEL (7) – HOOKER DU PECH (6) – HARMONIE BLONDE (5) – HELIOT DES LANDES (1) |
| C5 – PRIX DES POINTS PMU DE LORRAINE – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Mounted – EUR € 19,500 |
1. HURRY UP DE HOERDT – Has struggled all year and was 11th last time out in a Class G harness race at Strasbourg over 2800m on 16 May. Disqualified when last in a Mounted race and others are preferred
2. JALIENORTH GAME – Very hard to trust and was disqualified in both starts this year, with the latest being at La Capelle on 5 May. Best watched for now
3. ICARINO DU CHOQUEL – Broke a string of disqualifications when 6th last time out in a Class H Mounted race at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2600m on 25 May. Needs to do more to win
4. IMPACT DU CAUX – Battling to regain winning form but he was not disgraced when fourth last time out in a class G Mounted race at Vichy over 2950m on 18 May. Place chance
5. HELKO DEL SOL – Probably needed both runs this year and he was 7th last time out in a Class H harness race at Gournay-en-Bray over 2575m on 12 May. Capable of an upset on best form
6. HATTRICK – Only fair this year and was 5th last time out in a Class H Mounted race at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2600m on 25 May. Might play a minor role
7. ISIS DU LEARD – Disqualified in her last three starts, with the latest being at Amiens on 27 May. Can score when in the mood
8. IDEAL D’ARTONGES – Heavily raced this year and is coming off two disqualifications, with the latest being at Le Croisé-Laroche on 22 May. Capable of an upset if smart
9. JANARDAL CLUB – In very good form of late winning his last two starts, with the latest being in a Class E harness race at Strasbourg over 2800m on 16 May. Unproven in Mounted races but can score
10. HARLEY DE JANEIRO – Showed some improvement when third last time out in a Class F harness race at Le Touquet over 2600m on 19 May. Could earn some more money
11. JUSTICE D’EOLE – Only modest for of late and was 6th last time out in a Class E Mounted race at Tours over 2800m on 14 April. Capable of being a threat
Summary: JANARDAL CLUB (9) has been very good in harness races of late, winning three of his latest four starts and is interesting going under the saddle this time around. ISIS DU LEARD (7) is hard to trust but on best form could be a lively danger. JUSTICE D’EOLE (11) has been modest of late but can bounce back and score. IDEAL D’ARTONGES (8) has been disqualified twice in a row but is capable of of running well.
| SELECTIONS |
| JANARDAL CLUB (9) – ISIS DU LEARD (7) – JUSTICE D’EOLE (11) – IDEAL D’ARTONGES (8) |
| C6 – PRIX DES MIRABELLES DE LORRAINE – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 19,500 |
1. INFALLA – Needed his last run when 8th in Class F at La Capelle over 2750m on 28 April. Fitter now and could contest the finish
2. ILLICO DUPUITVERT – Has major disqualification issues and was 7th last time out in Class E at Strasbourg over 2800m on 16 May. Others are preferred
3. ISA LEPINE – Very unreliable and was tenth last time out in Class F at La Capelle over 2750m on 28 April. Ran well in her penultimate start but is very hard to trust
4. IKKO DES RACQUES – Unreliable and was disqualified last time out at Reims on 3 December. Likely to need this run returning from a break
5. INFINIE DU SOLEIL – Did not show her best last time out when 9th in Class F at Reims over 2550m on 20 May. Capable of playing a minor role at best
6. ISCHIA – Disqualified in her last three starts, with the latest being at Neuillé-Pont-Pierre on 26 May. Best watched for now
7. INES DES CHAMPS – On a very long losing run and was 6th last time out in Class F at Gournay-en-Bray over 2550 on 26 May. More is needed to win but could earn some minor money
8. IBRA DE LOU – Struggling to find his best form and was 8th last time out in Class E at La Capelle over 2750m on 5 May. Capable of better and could play a minor role
9. IPIPOURAX PAULOIS – Has major disqualification issues but was not disgraced when 5th last time out in Class F at Reims over 2550m on 20 May. Fitter now and could score
10. INCENIA DE HOUELLE – Very hard to trust and was tenth last time out in Class E at Strasbourg over 2800m on 16 May. Has won at this course before and could bounce back to score
11. IBRAHIM DU RIB – On a very long losing run but did only find one better last time out in Class E at La Capelle over 2750m on 5 May. Should fight out the finish
Summary: INCENIA DE HOUELLE (10) is very hard to trust but is quite capable of picking off these rivals if at her best. IPIPOURAX PAULOIS (9) is also hard to be with but is also capable of being a threat if smart. IBRAHIM DU RIB (11) deserves respect for the good last run. INFALLA (1) will be fitter this time so expect an improved performance and a possible victory.
| SELECTIONS |
| INCENIA DE HOUELLE (10) – IPIPOURAX PAULOIS (9) – IBRAHIM DU RIB (11) – INFALLA (1) |
| C7 – PRIX GEORGES GIRONDE – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 22,000 |
1. JETLAG D’AMOUR – His only win was back in 2021 but he is in good form and was fourth last time out in Class G at Arras over 2900m on 20 May. Might play a minor role
2. JADOR JOSSELYN – Won all five starts before returning from a break and being disqualified last time out at Carpentras on 5 May. Can return to winning ways
3. JO DE L’ETANG – On a very long losing run but did run well when runner-up last time out in Class F at Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne over 2675m on 20 May. Place chance
4. JAZZMAN SYGA – Disappointing last run when 9th in Class E at Reims over 2550m on 20 May. in good form before that and can earn some money
5. JERK DE PLANCHETTE – Broke a string of disqualifications when third last time out in a Class F Mounted race at Gournay-en-Bray over 2550m on 26 May. Better in Mounted races and others are preferred
6. JARDIN D’ERABLE – Disappointing of late and was 7th last time out in Class D at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 22 May. Capable of an upset on best form
7. JENTIL DIESCHOOT – Much improved of late and was third last time out in Class E at Vichy over 2950m on 18 May. Can be involved with the finish once again
8. JACK DES ASS – Disappointing form with a string of disqualifications, with the latest being at Vincennes on 10 May. Capable of winning if smart
9. JEU MAJYC – He has won two of his last four starts and he was not disgraced when third last time out in Class D at Vichy over 2950m on 6 May. Should contest the finish
Summary: JADOR JOSSELYN (2) won his first five starts but was disqualified in his only start this year. He has the ability and can bounce back to score. JEU MAJYC (9) is in good form and will be right there at the finish once again. JACK DES ASS (8) is hard to trust but can win if wise. JENTIL DIESCHOOT (7) has improved of late and could get into the mix of things once again.
| SELECTIONS |
| JADOR JOSSELYN (2) – JEU MAJYC (9) – JACK DES ASS (8) – JENTIL DIESCHOOT (7) |
| C8 – GRAND PRIX PARIS-TURF – 2600m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 28,000 |
1. NEVELE HALL GRAUX – On a very long losing run and was 7th last time out in Class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 26 April. Capable of contesting the finish in this line-up
2. TRUMPIE – On a very long losing run and was 7th last time out in Class F at Reims over 25O0m on 17 April. Might play a minor role
3. FORESTRELLO – Battling to regain winning form but was not disgraced last time out in Class D at Strasbourg over 2800m on 16 May. Might earn some minor money
4. GASPARD DES LOUPS – Unreliable and was tenth last time out in Class E at La Capelle over 2700m on 29 August. Returns from a lengthy break and should need this run
5. REDDINGTON – Unreliable but was not disgraced when 6th last time out in Class F at Caen over 2200m on 11 May. Capable of making the frame
6. HERA DU DONJON – Has struggled all year and was 8th last time out in Class F at Villedieu-les-Poëles over 2800m on 28 May. Needs major improvement to win
7. MISTER DONALD – On a long losing run and was 6th last time out in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 17 May. Unreliable but is capable of winning
8. GARNEMENT BLEU – Has struggled this year and was disqualified last time out at Enghien on 12 March. Probably best watched for now
9. DOMINO DE LA BRISE – Battling to regain best form and was tenth last time out in Class E at Reims over 2550m on 20 May. Needs to find a few lengths to win
10. NICE PRESENT – in good form of late and was a winner last time out in Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 22 May. Big chance
11. MARION FOUTY BON – Unreliable and was 6th last time out in Class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 3 May. Capable of contesting the finish when in the mood
12. FERLAINE – Has struggled this year and was 7th last time out in Class E at Lignières over 2825m on 14 April. Needs to find a few lengths to win
13. FALCON D’OURVILLE – Disappointing form this year and was disqualified last time out at Caen on 11 May. Capable of better but others are preferred
14. GENERAL DU NORD – Unreliable of late and was 8th last time out in Class D at Strasbourg over 2800m on 16 May. Capable of earning some money when in the mood
Summary: NICE PRESENT (10) was impressive last time out and is a confident pick for the lucky last race. MARION FOUTY BON (11) was not disgraced in a higher division than this last time out so can get involved with the finish. MISTER DONALD (7) is unreliable but is capable of contesting the finish if in the mood. REDDINGTON (5) did not run too badly last time out and can do even better this distance.
| SELECTIONS |
| NICE PRESENT (10) – MARION FOUTY BON (11) – MISTER DONALD (7) – REDDINGTON (5) |
| R4 COMPIEGNE [L-H] |
| C1 – PRIX DES NEUF FONTAINES – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Newcomers Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000 |
1. BY FAR – A three-year-old gelding by Recoletos out of Barbayam who is making his debut. Watch the betting
2. MASSIMO MERIDIO – A three-year-old gelding by Wootton Bassett out of Thrust Home who is making his debut. Watch the betting
3. ZEOLAKIS – A three-year-old gelding by Lawman out of Zaya who is making his debut. Watch the betting
4. DAREMBERG – A three-year-old by Gleneagles out of Danvina who is making his debut. Watch the betting
5. HIGHFIELD MYSTERY – Non-Runner
6. ROMIEU – A three-year-old colt by Lope de Vega out of Beautiful Romance who is making his official debut. Watch the betting
7. VITUS – A three-year-old colt by Manduro out of Vidiyna who is making his debut. Watch the betting
8. EARTHMAN – Non-Runner
9. FIRE REBEL – A three-year-old gelding by Le Rebel out of Orange de Juilleywho is making his debut. Watch the betting
10. LADY LAWA – A three-year-old filly by Dabirsim out of Sileel who is making her debut. Watch the betting
11. AMARENA DODVILLE – A three-year-old filly by Waldgeist out of Aimara who is making her debut. Watch the betting
12. RIVER FALLS – A three-year-old filly by Dubawi out of Inner Secret who is making her debut. Watch the betting
13. KOUROUNADO – Non partante
14. WESTERNER THEYSS – A three-year-old filly by Polarix out of Katherine Deux who is making her debut. Watch the betting
Summary: ROMIEU (6) won a trial race and beat the very useful Tigrr that day. He looks a nice horse and could be the one to follow on his official debut here. Stablemate EARTHMAN (8) is out of a dam that won thrice over a mile and could be the main threat. RIVER FALLS (12) is a well related filly by the great Dubawi and has to be closely monitored in the betting market. BY FAR (1) is out of a dam that was a Listed winner over 7f and has produced a few winners already.
| SELECTIONS |
| ROMIEU (6) – RIVER FALLS (12) – BY FAR (1) – ZEOLAKIS (3) |
| C2 – PRIX DE LA DIVETTE – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000 |
1. MARTIN – Produced a good debut when runner-up on debut in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1500m on 30 October. Returns from a break and can go one better
2. SPEED FOR FUN – Ran well on his debut when fourth in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 2100m on 29 April. Should fight out the finish
3. HAWK POWER – Did not show his best when tenth last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 2000m on 29 April. In good form before that and can contest the finish
4. OURO PRETO – Has not shown his best of late and was 8th last time out in a Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m on 20 April. Capable of better and has a place chance
5. GOLD NUGGET – Ran well on is debut when only finding one better and runner-up in a Conditions race at Dieppe over 1800m on 13 May. Deserves respect
6. JETLINER – Only modest in two starts so far and was 6th last time out in a Conditions Race at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 14 May. Could improve this shorter distance
7. BABAKOOL – Has shown promise in his two starts and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at ParisLongchamp over 2000m on 18 April. Big chance
8. BULLANT – A three-year-old gelding by Caravaggio out of Masaaqaat who is making his debut. Watch the betting
Summary: BABAKOOL (7) has been supplemented for the race and the forms of his two previous runs have been franked. That could be just enough to see him go off the mark this time around. HAWK POWER (3) ran a better race than his placing shows in his last start in a competitive handicap and is worth some serious consideration. MARTIN (1) returns from a lengthy break but the form of his debut race is rock solid. SPEED FOR FUN (2) should have come on a lot from his first run.
| SELECTIONS |
| BABAKOOL (7) – HAWK POWER (3) – MARTIN (1) – SPEED FOR FUN (2) |
| C3 – PRIX DE L’AILETTE – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000 |
1. LEMSAIRBAT – She was not disgraced when 6th on her debut in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 2100m on 29 April. Likely to improve and could make the frame
2. AQUILAE – Disappointing second run when 7th in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 2000m on 30 April. Did better on debut and could play a minor role
3. RAPIDE – Ran well on debut when fourth but did not repeat it when 7th last time out in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 1400m on 3 May. Could improve this longer distance
4. QUEENFLEUR – Improving slowly and was 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 2000m on 11 May. Could finish in the money
5. SAILAWAYWITHME – Gets closer to winning with each run and was runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 2000m on 11 May. Go close
6. LA VENEZZIA – Proved in need of her debut when 9th in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 2000m on 11 May. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
7. AQUA AUGUSTA – Showed promise when third on debut last year and did even better when runner-up in a Conditions race at ParisLongchamp over 2200m on 5 May. Can go one better this time
8. IL MENITE – Has not shown much in her two starts and she was 7th last time out in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 14 May. More is needed to win this race
9. MIXED APPROVAL – Only 9th on her debut in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 6 May. Capable of improving this longer distance
10. MQSE DU BERGER – Much improved last run when fourth in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 2000m on 11 March. Can contest the finish again’
11. QUESTURA – Only found one better on her debut at Chantilly over 2100m on 29 April. She should fight out the finish once again
12. FASHIONABLY – Ran well on her debut when fourth but she did not repeat it when 12th last time out in a Conditions race at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1800m on 20 April. Might place
Summary: AQUA AUGUSTA (7) posted a very promising comeback run early May at Longchamp and with the natural improvement, she will be very hard to beat today. QUESTURA (11) ran a creditable second on debut at Chantilly at the end of April and is another one who has a solid chance in this line-up. SAILAWAYWITHME (5) has a progressive profile and it will not be long before she gets off the mark. LEMSAIRBAT (1) did not get the best of run on debut and is worth another chance.
| SELECTIONS |
| AQUA AUGUSTA (7) – QUESTURA (11) – SAILAWAYWITHME (5) – LEMSAIRBAT (1) |
| C4 – PRIX D’AMELIE – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,000 |
1. WAITARA – In good form of late and picked up a claimer win last time out at Dieppe over 2200m on 13 May. Capable of following up
2. L’INDOMPTABLE – At the top of her game and is hat-trick-seeking after two handicap wins, with the latest being at Marseille-Borély over 2600m on 3 May. Big chance
3. CAP FAREWELL – Has been kept to the PSF for some time now and was 5th last time out in a Claimer at Chantilly over 1900m on 7 May. Could play a minor role
4. MOWGLI – Has only been modest in his three starts this year and was 9th last time out in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 2100m on 6 May. Drops in class and could improve
5. BAIKAL – Struggling to regain best form and he was only 9th in his only start of this year in a claimer at Dieppe over 2200m on 13 May. Needs to find a few lengths to win
6. REVENTADOR – In good form and was runner-up last time out in this division over this distance on 30 April. Can get involved with the finish once again
7. HERMEVILLE – Ran well on her debut when third but she did not repeat it in two runs since then and was 6th last time out in a Conditions race at Saint-Brieuc over 1700m on 9 May. Can surprise dropped to a claimer
8. NEVA NEVADA – Unreliable and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2100m on 25 April. Capable of winning when in the mood
9. ROHIRRIM LASS – Showed some improvement when 6th last time out in a Claimer at Evreu24 Aprilx over 1600m on 24 April. More is needed to win this race
10. AKAGERA – Disappointing form this year and was 6th last time out in a Claimer at Saint-Cloud over 2500m on 10 May. Needs to find a few lengths to win
11. PUERTA DEL SOL – Yet to win and was 5th last time out in this division at Dieppe over 2200m on 13 May. Can do better this time
Summary: WAITARA (1) won well at Dieppe in a similar contest and has been supplemented by her new connections. She can follow up and is the selection ahead of veteran mare L’INDOMPTABLE (2) who remains as game as ever at the age of nine. PUERTA DEL SOL (11) was well behind the selection at Dieppe last time but she is much better off in the weight today and warrants some consideration. HERMEVILLE (7) runs for the first time in a claimer and could surprise.
| SELECTIONS |
| WAITARA (1) – L’INDOMPTABLE (2) – PUERTA DEL SOL (11) – HERMEVILLE (7) |
| C5 – PRIX DE BETHISY SAINT-MARTIN – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 28,000 |
1. MIZ VEGA – Won on her debut last year and she probably needed her only start of this year when 5th in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 26 March. Can contest the finish
2. HOPIC – Only 7th on her debut in a Conditions race at ParisLongchamp over 2000m on 26 May. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
3. AZILIA – Did all that was asked of her on debut when scoring a Conditions race at Le Pin au Haras over 2100m on 21 April. Tackles stronger but deserves respect
4. BELSIANA – Unreliable and was third last time out in a Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 2200m on 18 May. Place chance
5. ZANDY – Finished tenth and last when trying GR.1 Company last time out at ParisLongchampover 1600m on 1 October. Returns from a break but deserves the utmost respect
6. GOLIGHTLY – Improving and won her only start of the year, a Conditions race at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 18 April. Should fight out the finish
7. BLUSH – Probably better on the PSF and was 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1900m on 7 May. Not out of it
Summary: The well related ZANDY (5) finished unplaced in the G.1 Prix Marcel Boussac in her last start of 2023 and finds here a great spot for her seasonal debut. She should be a tough nut to crack. MIZ VEGA (1) was well backed on her return to competition this year and could be worth another chance. A winner of her only start this season, GOLIGHTLY (6) has more to offer. BLUSH (7) is not the easiest to assess but she can pick up some prize money.
| SELECTIONS |
| ZANDY (5) – MIZ VEGA (1) – GOLIGHTLY (6) – BLUSH (7) |
| C6 – PRIX DE FRANCIERES – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000 |
1. BASSETT BELLE – Much improved this year and was runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at ParisLongchamp over 1850m on 5 May. Drops in distance but can still win
2. SPRING HEART – Fit and was runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1600m on 26 April. Can contest the finish again
3. MY DESERT QUEEN – Has only been modest so far and was 7th last time out in a Conditions race at ParisLongchamp over 1850m on 5 May. More is needed to win
4. IRAJA – Well beaten on her debut last year in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1300m on 18 November. Returns from a break and is capable of improvement trying the turf
5. LA LANDONNE – Has been fair in two starts, including last time out when fourth in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 30 April. Could play a minor role once again
6. SALVA MEA – Very consistent so far and was third last time out in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over this distance on 3 May. Be right there at the finish once again
7. LYCADA – Showed improvement when 5th on her debut in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 6 May. Capable of improvement and is not out of it
8. PINTA – Showed promise on her debut when third in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 6 May. Big chance
9. SULTANE – Finished 8th on her debut in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 6 May. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
10. BONITA SUISSE – Finished 7th on debut in a Conditions race over this track and trip over this course and distance on 19 March. Improvement is likely and could play a minor role
11. ONE MISTRESS – Very consistent and was third last time out in a Condition race at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 30 April. Be right there once again
12. SULAYA – A three-year-old filly by Shalaa out of Salve Diana who is making her debut. Watch the betting
Summary: SALVA MEA (6) has finished consistently in the thick of things and could register a much deserved first career success after an excellent last run over the same trip at Fontainebleau. PINTA (8) should be a lot smarter after a good first attempt at Saint-Cloud. ONE MISTRESS (11) will benefit from the rise in trip and can be at the premises. LYCADA (7) is opened to progress and cannot be ruled out for a place.
| SELECTIONS |
| SALVA MEA (6) – PINTA (8) – ONE MISTRESS (11) – LYCADA (7) |
| C7 – PRIX DE LA CLAIRIERE DE L’ARMISTICE – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,000 |
1. ATLANTIGO – Unreliable and was tenth last time out in a handicap at Tarbes over 1500m on 11 May. Capable of better and is not out of it
2. AINT MISBEHAVING – Has struggled in both starts this year and was 12th last time out in a Conditions race at Dieppe over 1000m on 13 May. Best watched for now
3. PERMENTON – Showed some improvement when fourth last time out in a claimer at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1100m on 19 May. Could play a minor role
4. ULTIMATE FIGHT – Has lost his way in his last four starts and was 9th last time out in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m on 8 May. Could upset on best form
5. BOW LANE – Has really struggled this year and was 11th last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 17 May. Needs to find a few lengths to win
6. MALLORCA SUN – Has lost his way of late and was 12th last time out in a handicap at this course over 1600m on 24 May. Capable of better and deserves respect
7. URI – On a very long losing run but is in good form and was fourth last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over this distance on 12 May. Big chance in this line-up
Summary: In a very open race, URI (7) is the most reliable candidate and could be the one to side with. MALLORCA SUN (6) has got a good draw and is well placed in the weight. He can bounce back and score. ATLANTIGO (1)’s last run at Tarbes is best to be forgotten. He has plenty of speed and should be well suited here. ULTIMATE FIGHT (4) is on a workable mark at present and can spring a surprise.
| SELECTIONS |
| URI (7) – MALLORCA SUN (6) – ATLANTIGO (1) – ULTIMATE FIGHT (4) |
| C8 – PRIX DE SAINT-JUST EN CHAUSSEE – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 18,000 |
1. ROCK BOY – Continues to improve and was a winner last time out in a Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 1350m on 17 April. Can follow-up
2. SOUS LA NEIGE – Very consistent so far and was third last time out in a Conditions race at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 25 April. Be right there at the finish once again
3. KING OF BAVARIA – Doing better in France and was third last time out in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1300m on 8 March. Place chance
4. SOCIETY MAN – Improving and was a winner of a Conditions race last time out at Strasbourg over this distance on 8 May. Not out of it
5. CLIMATE CHANGE – Has ability but did not show his best when 8th last time out in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 17 November. Returns from a break but would not be a surprise winner
6. ARDITO – Disappointing last two runs, including when 7th last time out in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1600m on 14 December. Likely to need this run returning from a break
7. SABLE DU PYLA – Did not show much when 6th on debut in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 1800m on 3 May. Capable of improvement but others are much preferred
8. LOUBEISIEN – In fair form this year and was 5th last time out in a claimer at ParisLongchamp over this distance on 16 May. More is needed to win this race but could play a minor role
9. KILOECHO – Talented on his debut but did not show his best when 9th last time out in a GR.2 at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 30 September. Deserves respect returning from a break
10. TERTIUS – Has done best in claimers and was runner-up last time out at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 16 May. Might play a minor role
11. ALEXANDRETTA – Yet to win but is consistent and was third last time out in a Conditions race at Strasbourg over this distance on 8 May. Tougher task but could earn some money
Summary: SOUS LA NEIGE (2) has done well for his new connections thus far and if he is in the same form as he was at Longchamp last time out, he will be very hard to beat. ROCK BOY (1) showed last time out that he has retained some of his ability and warrants the utmost respect. A winner of his only previous start over the course & distance, SOCIETY MAN (4) arrives here in great shape. CLIMATE CHANGE (5) showed plenty of promise last year and cannot be discounted despite the layoff.
| SELECTIONS |
| SOUS LA NEIGE (2) – ROCK BOY (1) – SOCIETY MAN (4) – CLIMATE CHANGE (5) |
| C9 – PRIX DE MARGNY-LES-COMPIEGNE – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,000 |
1. KARMINA BELLA – Not disgraced when 5th last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2400m on 16 May. Yet to win but is distance-suited and should fight out the finish
2. HOLLY COLOUR – Liked it back on the turf when third last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2100m on 9 May. Can contest the finish again
3. BANDASTAR – Has struggled this year and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over this distance on 12 May. Capable of better but others are preferred
4. HADLEIGH – Heavily raced this year but is in good form and was a runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1800m on 19 May. Can get involved with the finish once again
5. MISS SUPERNOVA – Yet to win but did run well when third last time out in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1800m on 7 May. First time in a handicap and could score
6. GALILEE DREAM – Has not shown much in three starts and was 8th last time out in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 1800m on 3 May. Makes her handicap debut and others are preferred
7. DAFNE – Yet to win a race and was 6th last time out in a handicap at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1900m on 16 March. Needs to do more to win this race
8. KOLPLET – Distance suited and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Châteaubriant over 1950m on 12 May. Might play a minor role at best
9. FOXEY LADY – Yet to win a race and was 8th last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 12 April. Better this distance and can contest the finish
10. LIB APACHE – Probably needed the only start of the year when 8th in a Conditions race at Durtal over 2900m on 21 April. First time in a handicap and can improve
11. BELLE – In fair form of late and was 5th last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2100m on 5 May. Can make the frame
12. CALA MOLI – Has lost her way this year and was well beaten in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 3 February. Best watched for now
13. DANSEUSE CELEBRE – In good form of late and was third last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2100m on 5 May. Can contest the finish again
14. TREVOR SENORA – Yet to win and was tenth last time out in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over this distance on 19 February. Can do better back on the turf but others are preferred
15. VOLCAN – Has struggled all year and was well beaten last time out in a handicap Chantilly over 1600m on 17 May. Others are much preferred
Summary: MISS SUPERNOVA (5) remains a long time maiden but she is very effective on turf and faces a task well within her range. She gets a tentative vote ahead of DANSEUSE CELEBRE (13) whose last run in this division is very good. HADLEIGH (4) has been busy all year but should once again be closely involved. KARMINA BELLA (1) carries a lot of weight but cannot be ruled out in a race of this nature.
| SELECTIONS |
| MISS SUPERNOVA (5) – DANSEUSE CELEBRE (13) – HADLEIGH (4) – KARMINA BELLA (1) |
| R5 MARSEILLE-BORELY [L-H] |
| C1 – PRIX DE CHAVAGNAC – 1700m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000 |
1. EKTORIA – Good last effort when 2nd over 2000m in a Handicap at Marseille Borely and can go one better. Big danger
2. BREIZH MOON – Won three races back, finished 6th last time over 1900m at Chantilly. More needed for the win but can place
3. RED TORCH – Holding form, placed 4th over 1600m in a claiming race at Lyon Parilly on the 8th of this month and must be respected. Good chance
4. SLEEPY SUZY – Solid form, never far off the action and can build on latest 5th at Vichy. Each way chance
5. HEYTESBURY LANE – Knocking loudly at the door, finished 2nd over 2000m at Marseille Vivaux on the 24th of May and is the confident first choice
6. GO LOVE – Last two runs were way below best and will need huge improvement to threaten against these. Pass by
7. LOKI – Current form has been on the decline over various distances and needs improvement to threaten. Happy to ignore
8. HAARICIA – Hard to fancy on recent dismal efforts and would be a shock winner. Prefer others
9. KHABESA – Will need to build on latest 6th over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 12th in a Handicap and can. Place claims
10. GUGUS DES BRIERES – Will need to improve on latest 6th over 1800m at Evreux in a Handicap last month. Much prefer others
11. ORKAN – Lightly raced, not showing much, finished 16th over 2000m at Lyon Parilly last time. Hard to like
12. FLORIDA SPRING – Would be a surprise winner as finished only 13th last time over 2600m at this track. Unlikely. No
Summary: HEYTESBURY LANE (5) is knocking loudly at the door and looks cherry ripe for her next career victory. She ran over 2000m at Marseille Vivaux last time out and is confidently selected to go one better. EKTORIA (1) is a tad in and out but on very best form can be competitive in this field and has to be respected. RED TORCH (3) has a strong place chance. He is holding form encouragingly well. SLEEPY SUZY (4) is a natural inclusion for the quartet as is never far off the action.
| SELECTIONS |
| HEYTESBURY LANE (5) – EKTORIA (1) – RED TORCH (3) – SLEEPY SUZY (4) |
| C2 – PRIX DE CORNILLON – 1700m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000 |
1. TO BE QUEEN – Good run in 3rd over 1600m at Chatillon on the 20th of this month and can place again. Bright chance
2. TURTLE CHOPE – Solid form, finished 2nd over 1600m at Chatillon on the 20th of this month and can go one better. Bright win chance
3. JOYEUSE DE ROMAY – Comes into the race fresh off a victory at Vichy over 1600m in Handicap class. Serious chance
4. FOLLOW YOU – Ran way back in the field last time when 11th over 1500m and is hard to fancy on that run alone. Unlikely. No
5. ZAVADREAM – Will need to progress on latest 6th place finish at Chatillon on the 20th of May to threaten in this. Pass by
6. KARIBBEAN DREAM – In very attractive form, finished 2nd over 1600m at Carcassonne on the 12th of May and can earn again. Good chance
7. PRINCE LOS – Disappointed last time when way downfield at Vichy over 1600m in a Handicap but was a winner before that. Hard to assess
8. MAKHZEN – Taking time to win again, finished 5th over 1500m in a Handicap at Marseille Vivaux last time and far prefer others. Pass by
9. EMPIRIC – Ignore last effort, placed 2nd over 1600m in a Handicap at Chantilly earlier this month and is one for the shortlist
10. CHARM WRENS – She is a long time maiden but can progress off recent run when 7th at Vichy. Will need to. Place chance
11. LILY APPLE – Finished a fair 4th over 1600m at Chatillon on the 20th of this month and has a quartet chance again. Include
12. WAYNE – Placed 5th over 1900m at Chantilly on the 26th of April in Handicap class and is a likely outsider that will have a small place chance
Summary: TURTLE CHOPE (2) is a 5 time winner and in very good form of late. She finished 2nd at Chatillon last time at the races and is confidently selected to go one better. EMPIRIC (9) knows what racing is all about and what it takes to win. He is a big danger to the first suggestion. JOYEUSE DE ROMAY (3) won a tad cozily last time and could certainly record back-to-back victories. A must for all bets. CHARM WRENS (10) is taking an age to win the maiden but can be expected to serve up more than she has been recently. Place possibility.
| SELECTIONS |
| TURTLE CHOPE (2) – EMPIRIC (9) – JOYEUSE DE ROMAY (3) – CHARM WRENS (10) |
| C3 – PRIX JULES MORGAN – 2600m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000 |
1. WUKHANN – Very good last run when 2nd over 2600m in a Claiming race at this venue and has a bright chance of going one more. Big chance
2. BEAUTIFUL MEMORY – Ignore last run when 13th at Saint-Cloud over 2100m in Handicap class in March. Bright chance on earlier form. Strong each way
3. KAYRAT – Ignore last run, was a winner before that over 3000m in a Handicap at Toulouse. Strong each way claims
4. DECBOU – A tad off form currently, can build on latest 15th over 3000m at Fontainebleau and has a small place chance
5. ZOOM CHOP – Comes into the race fresh of a victory at Angers over 2300m in a competitive Handicap. Include in all bets
6. STELVIO – Placed 4th over 3100m at Saint-Cloud on the 14th of May. This was the local debut and plenty more can be expected
7. COCKLINA – Was a winner four starts back and has been average since. Others boast better form and are preferred. Pass by
8. PICNIC ROYAL – Ignore last run when 6th, won over 2600m at Nimes at penultimate and has to be taken seriously
9. MY LENNY – Finished 4th over 2600m at Marseille Borely on the 10th of May and can go close. Strong place chance
10. BOOGIE – Will need to progress on last run when 7th over 2100m at Saint-Cloud. Not impossible to threaten but unlikely
Summary: BEAUTIFUL MEMORY (2) is a tad off form recently but has shown potential and ability before. Her last two races were in competitive Handicaps and she can be expected to go close in this. WUKHANN (1) did catch the eye last time when 2nd at this track albeit in a weak Claiming race and it would come as no surprise if he were to go one more and win. KAYRAT (3) can be forgiven for his last run and given a bright chance based on attractive earlier form. DECBOU (4) is a tad off form currently but can improve to feature in the quartet.
| SELECTIONS |
| BEAUTIFUL MEMORY (2) – WUKHANN (1) – KAYRAT (3) – DECBOU (4) |
| C4 – PRIX DE L’ISLE-SUR-LA-SORGUE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000 |
1. PESTACLE – Disappointing last effort when 16th over 2000m at Chantilly in a Handicap. Prefer others and can be ignored
2. ALBINE – Raced five times for five places. Last run was 3rd over 1700m in a Handicap at this track on the 10th of May. Big runner
3. CLASH OF CURRENTS – Started off slowly but is now in a rich vein of form. Posted a good 3rd over 2000m last time out. Obvious, good chance
4. VULDETRADE – She ran a good race last time when 3rd over 1600m in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud on the 6th of May. Include in all bets
5. SWEET NEBULA – Was doing fairly until last time when 6th over 1800m. Will need to build on that to threaten here. Unlikely winner
6. DA VINCI – Still a maiden but should win soon. Finished 4th over 1600m in a claiming race at Saint-Cloud last time. Place chance
7. UGATZAI – Placed 5th over 2000m at La Teste recently and will need to improve off that to feature. Pass by
8. DELPHINE – She is in good form, finished 2nd over 1700m in a Handicap at Marseille Borely on the 10th of this month and has strong winning claims
9. MOUJDAB – Taking time to record the maiden victory and finished 7th last time over 2000m at Salon Provence. Happy to ignore
Summary: DELPHINE (8) is lightly tested and boasts a very impressive performance recently when 2nd in a Handicap at this track. She could be tough to get past. CLASH OF CURRENTS (3) is clearly talented and has ability. He won his penultimate start and has strong each way claims. ALBINE (2) has placed five times from five starts and should not been a maiden for too much longer. She has huge claims today. VULDETRADE (4) has a very strong place chance and is a must for the quartet.
| SELECTIONS |
| DELPHINE (8) – CLASH OF CURRENTS (3) – ALBINE (2) – VULDETRADE (4) |
| C5 – PRIX CLINTON – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 15,000 |
1. POMELEO – Won at the venue two runs back before finishing 5th on the all-weather at Vivaux last time out. Each-way play
2. CRICRI D’AMOUR – Off the mark at Hyères on 13 April but finished 6th of 7 in a Class 3 condition at Vichy on 15 May and has work to do here
3. DALKAVA – Finished 5th in a handicap at the venue on 24 April. Has won two of her three previous attempts and has a good entry here. Leading claims
4. COMTE DE LA ROSE – Finished 6th of 7 at Salon de Provence on 20 May in a maiden. Faces an easier task today and enters calculations
5. DREAM RONY – Came 5th in a handicap on 10th May over shorter at this track. A maiden from four starts but a player all the same
6. LIANE – Runner-up at Chatillon sur Chalaronne on 20th May in a modest condition race. Can get involved with a good run
7. SARALUCA – Finished 6th in a claimer on 10th May at the venue on first start for new connections. Has more to offer and can pop up at a price
8. HOPEFULLY – Finished a good 2nd at La Teste on 23 Mars before flopping at Saint-Cloud in last run. Well entered and expected to bounce back
Summary: HOPEFULLY (8) was in excellent form prior to her last effort and should show a better face this time around. She faces a task well within her range and is the selection ahead of DALKAVA (3) who was in flying form prior to her last outing. DREAM RONY (5) did not go unnoticed at the venue last time in a handicap and in similar form can make his presence felt. POMELEO (1) is one to follow back on turf today.
| SELECTIONS |
| HOPEFULLY (8) – DALKAVA (3) – DREAM RONY (5) – POMELEO (1) |
| C6 – PRIX D’ENSUES – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,000 |
1. INTERSTELLA – Flopped at Salon de Provence on 20 May in a Class 4 but had strong form prior to that. Has been supplemented and cannot be ruled out
2. JUSSIFER – Bounced back to winning form at the venue on 10th May in a handicap but remains reliable and has an outside chance
3. DENIA – Has been in excellent form of late winning a handicap at Lyon-Parilly on 18 May in her most recent outing. Can follow up
4. L’IBANETA – Flopped in last two outings including in a handicap at Saint-Cloud on 6th May and must reaffirm. Others are preferred
5. BAILEYS ECLAIR – Finished 5th in a Class 4 at Salon de Provence on 20 May but won at the venue before and is expected to bounce back soon or later
6. LAKE NAIVASHA – Has been in excellent recent form, finishing 3rd in a handicap at Vichy on 15 May. Is confirmed at the track and should go well
7. ESTOKENIA – Well held in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly on 18th May and has been in modest form in recent weeks. Best to watch for now
8. GOLDINO BELLO – Finished 3rd in a similar contest on 20 May at Salon de Provence in last start. A dual winner this year already and can score here again
Summary: GOLDINO BELLO (8) has yet to shine at this track but he is well placed in the weight and has a leading chance judged on his last run at Salon de Provence. DENIA (3) has a good record at this venue and comes in at the top of her game. She has strong claims too. BAILEYS ECLAIR (5) faces an easier task than in his last run and can bounce back. LAKE NAIVASHA (6) has never run a bad race at this course.
| SELECTIONS |
| GOLDINO BELLO (8) – DENIA (3) – BAILEYS ECLAIR (5) – LAKE NAIVASHA (6) |
| C7 – PRIX HENRI ROSSI – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 22,000 |
1. MANGAKEN – Unplaced at Longchamp in a handicap on 9th May. Has plenty of early speed and can make his presence felt if back at his best
2. WILD CITY – Has been off since finishing 4th in a 6.5f maiden on the all-weather at Chantilly on 23rd February. Could just need the run
3. ODONNELL’S ORCHARD – UK import who went off the mark at Le Croisé-Laroche on 19 May over 5.5f. Has been supplemented and has every chance
4. BEAU LINGE – Won well first time out at Agen before finishing a close 6th in a Class 2 on 22 April at Bordeaux. Has solid claims on the back of her two runs thus far
5. HERA – Finished 5th in a competitive handicap at Chantilly on 18 March. Has refreshed since then and can go close
6. MARIE MANCINI – Finished 4th in a 7f handicap at Chantilly on 17 May and in similar form will have her chances in a race of this nature
7. ASTRA DREAM – A winner of a handicap over the course & distance on 3rd May. Tougher task assigned today but a player all the same
Summary: A winner of her first start and a close sixth in a good race at Bordeaux last time out, BEAU LINGE (4) has shown enough ability to win a race of this nature. She gets the vote ahead of UK import ODONNELL’S ORCHARD (3), who has been rather convincing in his two starts on French soil. ASTRA DREAM (7) won well over the course & distance last time out and looks a solid proposition too. HERA (5) is off since mid-March but should be fit enough to get involved at the business end.
| SELECTIONS |
| BEAU LINGE (4) – ODONNELL’S ORCHARD (3) – ASTRA DREAM (7) – HERA (5) |
| C8 – PRIX GERARD SAMOUN – 2600m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 22,000 |
1. BAD BOY – Runner-up in his last two starts including in a handicap at the venue on 26th April over 10f. Tries the trip and could pose a threat
2. SISKARO – Finished 6th of seven on debut in a claimer at Saint-Cloud on 10 May over 10f. Big step up in distance today and is hard to make a case for
3. BASHEER – Went off the mark on fifth career start at Pau on the all-weather on 25th January over 10f. Off since then and is hard to fancy
4. ARIGATO – Finished 5th in a Class 2 at the track on 10th May over 10.5f. Tries the trip today and could bounce back to winning form
5. ROSE D’ETE – Won two of her last three starts including a handicap over the course & distance on 10th May and can follow up
Summary: A sound handicap winner over the course & distance on 10 May, ROSE D’ETE (5) remains well placed in the weight and looks a solid winning prospect. ARIGATO (4) boast the highest rating in this contest and could surprise on his first attempt over the trip, which is also the case for stablemate BAD BOY (1) who has been knocking hard at the door. BASHEER (3) has been supplemented and could be worth a check in the market.
| SELECTIONS |
| ROSE D’ETE (5) – ARIGATO (4) – BAD BOY (1) – BASHEER (3) |
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