| R1 CHANTILLY [R-H] |
| C1 – PRIX D’ORGEMONT – 1100m (a5f1/2) – TURF – Newcomers Race – Flat – EUR € 50,000 |
1. SAM PRESSAO – Lionel Larrigade-trained Threat newcomer to be ridden on debut by Jacky Nicoleau. Best watched for now
2. STORMY DONALD – Fabrice Chappet-trained Hello Youmzain colt whose second dam, Stormyra, was placed at Listed and Group II level as a two-year-old. Keep safe
3. ABLAZE – Adrien Fouassier-trained Le Brivido colt whose dam performed well as a two-year-old. Potential winner
4. HADDAJ – Precociously bred Frankel colt (whose dam won her first two outings) from the André Fabre stable. Has a winning chance with Mickaël Barzalona on board
5. HEY VINCE – Nicely bred Stéphane Wattel-trained Siyouni colt to be ridden on debut by Théo Bachelot. Not taken lightly
6. HAPPY TOGETHER – Fabrice Vermeulen-trained Wooded colt to be ridden on debut by Aurélien Lemaitre. Shouldn’t be underestimated
7. MAHJONG – Galiway newcomer from the stable of Victoria Head who has engaged Ludovic Boisseau tom ride this colt on debut
8. ITSATENFROMLEN – Sergei Prokofiev first-timer trained by Amy Murphy who has engaged Tom Marquand to ride this colt. High on the shortlist
9. PARAMECIUM – Newcomer to note with Tony Piccone engaged to ride this Romanised colt on debut for trainer Mauricio Delcher-Sanchez
Summary: André Fabre-trained HADDAJ (4) is bred to be precocious, as a son of Frankel and a mare who won her first two appearances for the Master Trainer, so could be worth following closely. ABLAZE (3), whose dam Loutil excelled as a two-year-old, and ITSATENFROMLEN (8), from the stable of Amy Murphy, are likely to fight for victory. Well-bred STORMY DONALD (2) was supplemented in the race so is another one to keep on the short list.
| SELECTIONS |
| HADDAJ (4) – ABLAZE (3) – ITSATENFROMLEN (8) – STORMY DONALD (2) |
| C2 – PRIX LA FLECHE – 1000m (a5f) – TURF – Listed Race – Flat – EUR € 60,000 |
1. FRANCISCO’S PIECE – Confirmed the promise of his winning debut at Pontefract by finishing 2nd in a Novice Stakes over 1000m at York on 15 May. Winning chance
2. KAADI – Confirmed the promise of her debut 2nd on PSF by winning her next start at Windsor in April. Finished 7th of 15 in a Listed race at York over 1000m on 17 May
3. CONVO – Debut winner over 900m at Saint-Cloud in March and confirmed that promise by finishing 3rd over 1000m at Salisbury on 5 May. Warrants respect
4. ALLEE DE BERCY – Debut winner over course and distance on 7 May and is open to any amount of improvement so could remain unbeaten
5. HERRENCHIEMSEE – Has revealed considerable promise by winning once and finishing 2nd twice in 3 starts. Runner-up in a 1000m Listed race at Vichy on 15 May
6. CENDRE – Caught the eye on debut when finishing a close-up 2nd behind ALLEE DE BERCY (4) over this track and trip on 7 May. Dark horse
7. SUNSET BIKINI – Improving last-start winner over the straight 1000m at Dieppe on 13 May. Should have a role to play
8. RUBY’S PROFIT – Debut winner on PSF at Kempton before finishing 11th of 15 in a Listed race at York over 1000m on 17 May. Improvement needed
Summary: FRANCISCO’S PIECE (1) has revealed considerable means in two starts across the Channel and shown enough to suggest that he could give weight and a beating to his female opposition. Last-start winner SUNSET BIKINI (7), consistent HERRENCHIEMSEE (5), and debut scorer on this course ALLEE DE BERCY (4) are all unexposed fillies with scope to improve, so could pose a threat to the selection.
| SELECTIONS |
| FRANCISCO’S PIECE (1) – SUNSET BIKINI (7) – HERRENCHIEMSEE (5) – ALLEE DE BERCY (4) |
| C3 – PRIX DU GROS-CHENE – 1000m (a5f) – TURF – Gr2 Race – Flat – EUR € 130,000 |
1. BATWAN – Well-traveled veteran with sound references but has been out of sorts recently. Absent since finishing 9th over 1200m at Meydan on 8 March
2. VICIOUS HARRY – Consistent colt with sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 5th in the 1000m Group III Prix de Saint-Georges at PairsLongchamp on 12 May. Place chance
3. COEUR DE PIERRE – Returns from Qatar where he finished 7th of 9 over 1200m in a 17 February Group III sprint at Doha. Has references over track and trip, including an unlucky 9th in last year’s edition
4. PONNTOS – Impressive winner of the 1000m Group III Prix de Saint-Georges at ParisLongchamp. Not as effective at Chantilly but shouldn’t be underestimated all the same
5. TUDO BEM – Honest veteran boasting sound references/form credentials, including a recent 6th in the Group III Prix de Saint-Georges over 1000m at PairsLongchamp on 12 May. Not taken lightly
6. GAME RUN – The defending champion. Has been carefully prepared for the defence of his title and showed his form/well-being by finishing an eye-catching 3rd in a 12000m Listed race at this venue on 2 May
7. LESSLEPASSER – Consistent sprinter with sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 4th in the Group III Prix de Saint-Georges over 1000m at PairsLongchamp on 12 May. Place chance
8. PRADARO – Winner of this race three years ago and has been rejuvenated recently as a nine-year-old. Confirmed as much by winning a 1000m ParisLongchamp handicap on 23 May
9. ALBASHEER – Consistent hard-knocker with sound references on both turf and PSF. Absent since finishing 7th over 1200m on PSF at Newcastle on 29 March
10. MGHEERA – Has regained momentum with each outing this year and confirmed as much by finishing 3rd in the 1000m Group III Prix de Saint-Georges at PairsLongchamp on 12 May. Warrants respect
11. LA ROCHETTE – Progressive three-year-old filly with back-to-back recent wins over 1200m on heavy ground, the latest at Chantilly on 2 May
Summary: GAME RUN (6) has regained momentum after three comeback appearances this year and, after an encouraging last start (3rd), is good value to make a successful defence of this title that he won 12 months ago. He will need to thwart the likely challenge of veteran PRADARO (8) who proved his form and well-being by winning recently. COEUR DE PIERRE (3), unlucky in this race last year, and the British raider ALBASHEER (9) complete the shortlist.
| SELECTIONS |
| GAME RUN (6) – PRADARO (8) – COEUR DE PIERRE (3) – ALBASHEER (9) |
| C4 – GRAND PRIX DE CHANTILLY – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Gr2 Race – Flat – EUR € 130,000 |
1. GOLIATH – Progressive sort who confirmed the promise of his reappearance (2nd) in a Listed race by winning the 2400m Group III Prix d’Hédouville at ParisLongchamp on 5 May. Will be a factor
2. JUST LIGHT – Consistent veteran performer with sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 2nd in a 2300m conditions race at Angers on 4 May
3. GALASHIELS – Finished 2nd to GOLIATH (1) in the Group III 2400m Prix d’Hédouville at ParisLongchamp last month (5 May). Dark horse
4. MARQUISAT – Runner-up in the Group II Prix du Conseil over 2200m last year and finished 3rd in the Group III Prix Exbury on his reappearance at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 16 March. Keep safe
5. AL QAREEM – Consistent hard-knocker who has resumed this season in good order – confirmed as much by finishing 4th in the Group II Yorkshire Cup Stakes over 2800m on 17 May
6. DUBAI HONOUR – Finished a creditable 7th in the Group I QE II Cup at Sha Tin on 28 April. Boasts impressive form credentials
7. JUNKO – High-class performer who won two Group I races last year. Wasn’t disgraced when finishing 7th of 12 in the Group I SHeema Classic at Meydan on 30 March
Summary: The winner of both the Hong Kong Vase and Grosser Preis Von Bayern last year, JUNKO (7) is again expected to fight for victory on his return to French soil after a disappointing latest performance in Dubai. DUBAI HONOR (6), who wasn’t beaten far in Hong Kong recently, and last-start winner GOLIATH (1) who was impressive in the Prix d’Hédouville, are those best equipped to pose a threat. MARQUISAT (4) was supplemented for this race and has claims too.
| SELECTIONS |
| JUNKO (7) – DUBAI HONOUR (6) – GOLIATH (1) – MARQUISAT (4) |
| C5 – QATAR PRIX DU JOCKEY CLUB – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Gr1 Race – Flat – EUR € 1,500,000 |
1. WAHDAN – Finished 4th of 4 runners in the Listed Prix de Suresnes at Chantilly on 2 May in his first start on turf. Has a lot to do
2. RAMADAN – Winner of the Group III Prix de Fontainebleau and acquitted himself well (5th) in the Group I Poule d’Essai over 1600m at ParisLongchamp on 12 May. His wide draw is a concern
3. GRECIAN STORM – Made a winning reappearance at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 5 April and ran on well to finish 3rd in the 1800m Group III Prix de Guiche at Chantilly on 11 May. Dark horse
4. FIRST LOOK – Finished 3rd in a Group III on his reappearance at ParisLongchamp in April and confirmed that form/improvement by finishing 2nd in the Group III Prix de Guiche over 1800m at Chantilly on 11 May
5. DOLLAR INDEX – Runner-up in the Listed Prix de Suresnes behind FAST TRACKER (13) over 2000m at Chantilly on 2 May. Has a bit to find
6. MONDO MAN – Has caught the eye by running on from last to finish on the podium in consecutive recent outings – was 3rd in an 1800m Listed race before finishing 2nd in an 1800m Group III on 7 April at ParisLongchamp
7. SUNWAY – Group I Critérium International winner last year. Showed his form and well-being when 2nd in the Group II Prix Greffulhe over 2100m at Saint-Cloud on 6 May
8. LOOK DE VEGA – Impressive winner of his only outing last year and was equally – if not more so – impressive when winning on his reappearance at ParisLongchamp over 2000m on 5 May. Will be a factor
9. ALCANTOR – Runner-up to SUNWAY (7) in the Group I Critérium International last year and caught the eye when 3rd in the Group I Poule d’Essai at ParisLongchamp on 12 May. May improve over this distance
10. GHOSTWRITER – Undefeated in 3 outings as a two-year-old before losing his unbeaten record when 4th in the Group I 2000 Guineas on his reappearance at Newmarket over 1600m on 4 May. Keep safe
11. DIEGO VELAZQUEZ – Made an encouraging debut on French soil when finishing 4th in the Group I Poule d’Essai (at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 12 May. The step up to this distance should work in his favour
12. ARROW EAGLE – Gleneagles half-brother to champion Ace Impact (last year’s winner). Runner-up to SOSIE (15) ion a Class 1 conditions race at ParisLongchamp over 2150m on 25 April in his first start on turf
13. FAST TRACKER – Progressive Churchill colt at the top of his game, having won the Listed Prix de Suresnes over 2000m by 7 lengths at Chantilly on 2 May. Place chance at a big price
14. ATLAST – Won the Group III Prix la Force before causing a great disappointment when only finishing 5th in an 1800m Group III at Chantilly on 11 May. Needs to reaffirm
15. SOSIE – Well-related colt and winner on his reappearance in a Class 1 conditions event over 2150m at ParisLongchamp on 25 April. Can follow in the footsteps of Intello who won this Group I event for the Wertheimer brothers in 2013
Summary: SOSIE (15) revealed considerable ability as a two-year-old last year and confirmed his undoubted talent/quality by winning a Class 1 event at ParisLongchamp on his reappearance, so could be worth siding with in this Group I contest from stall No 1. However, unbeaten LOOK DE VEGA (8) has won many fans with his speed and poise, so is likely to to fight for victory at the highest level with improvement on the cards. GHOSTWRITER (10) was beaten for the first time in the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket but should hold his own here. Respectively 3rd, 5th and 4th in the Group I Poule d’Essai des Poulains, all of ALCANTOR (9), RAMADAN (2) and DIEGO VELAZQUEZ (11) possess the means to make their presence felt.
| SELECTIONS |
| SOSIE (15) – LOOK DE VEGA (8) – GHOSTWRITER (10) – ALCANTOR (9) |
| C6 – PRIX DE ROYAUMONT – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Gr3 Race – Flat – EUR € 80,000 |
1. SIYANDRA – Fair 4th last time at Parislongchamp over 2200m in a Listed race on May 5th. Needs more to be competitive
2. SHEEMA’S ROSE – 2nd last time over 2100m in a Group 3 race at Saint-Cloud on April 1st and won in March in a maiden. Can not be discounted
3. QUE BELLA – Won her last two races, the latest over 2400min a handicap at Chantilly on May 2nd. Up in class and others rate higher
4. HAVRIANKA – Won her last two races, the latter a Class 2 race at Nantes over 2400m on April 18th. Opposable in a better race
5. AMOR A MANI – Won on the last run at Angers on May 4th over 2300m in a maiden. Among the leading place chances
6. EARENDEL – Won on her debut at Chantilly over 2100m on April 29th. Each way option as she can improve from her debut
7. STRASSIA – Won nicely last time at Parislongchamp on May 5th over 2200m on a maiden. Can improve further and has a leading chance
8. VIGATATA – Nice effort when 3rd last time in a Listed race over 2100m at Toulouse on April 21st having won her two races before that. Live chance
9. AVENTURE – Decent 2nd at Parislongchamp last time on May 5th when last seen in a Listed race over 2200m. Consider
10. MOSAIQUE – Won last time over 2400m at Saint-Cloud on May 14th in a maiden race. Needs a few of these to falter
Summary: A competitive Group 3 for fillies with the improving VIGATATA (8) chosen as the most likely winner. She ran well when third in a Listed race at Toulouse last time and has plenty more to come. Her main threat could be STRASSIA (7) who scored at Parislongchamp cosily last time in early May and is one to keep safe. AVENTURE (9) ran well when second in a Listed race last time and is on the rise. EARENDEL (6) looked useful when winning on her debut and can be involved at the finish.
| SELECTIONS |
| VIGATATA (8) – STRASSIA (7) – AVENTURE (9) – EARENDEL (6) |
| C7 – RMC GRAND HANDICAP DE CHANTILLY – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 1 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 75,000 |
1. WATCH HIM – 5th last time in a Listed race at Toulouse on April 21st over 2000m. Will be sharper for that recent run and is one to keep safe
2. SACRED SPIRIT – Good effort when 2nd in a Class 1 handicap over 2000m last time on May 5th. Has placed form at this track two runs ago when 2nd in a Class 2 race. Form choice
3. HAPTICS – 3rd last time over 2400m at this track on May 5th in a Class 2 race. Ought to be in the shake-up
4. DEVIL IN THE SKY – Four unplaced runs of late, the latter at this track on May 11th over 2400m in a Class 2 race. Needs to boiunce back to form
5. KOSAKENZIPFEL – 5th last time over 2400m at Lyon Parilly in a Class 2 handicap on May 8th. Can make his rivals work hard
6. PRESAGE NOCTURNE – 2nd last time on April 18th in a Class 2 race over 3000m at Parislongchamp. Can be effective on the drop in trip
7. EYVANN – Won last time over 1800m in a Class 4 race on May 20th. Has an outside place chance
8. KALEO PALACE – Won two runs back over 2300m at le Mans on April 23rd in a Class 3 handicap. Others more likely
9. KANESHYA – 2nd last time over 2400m in a Class 2 handicap at Lyon Parilly on May 8th. Honest colt who can not be overlooked
10. BARBATE – Unplaced last time, won before that over 2200m in a Class 3 race at Fontainebleau on March 3rd. Others rate higher
11. SNUGGLES – Won two runs ago over 2400m in a Class 2 handicap at this track on April 4th. Looks a threat
12. UTAMARO – 3rd two runs ago over 2400m at Lyon Parilly in a Class 2 handicap on May 8th. Among the leading place chances
13. LORENZO DE MEDICI – 6th last time in a Class 2 handicap on February 12th over 2000m. Makes limited appeal
Summary: SACRED SPIRIT (2) can get back in the winner’s enclosure after a solid effort last time when second in a similar type of event to this. He was second before that at this track in a Class 2 race. HAPTICS (3) looks more at home back on the flat after trying hurdles in December and looks like the main danger. WATCH HIM (1) is one for the each-way backers to latch on to. PRESAGE NOCTURNE (6) should be fine with the drop back in trip and can be competitive.
| SELECTIONS |
| SACRED SPIRIT (2) – HAPTICS (3) – WATCH HIM (1) – PRESAGE NOCTURNE (6) |
| C8 – PRIX DE SANDRINGHAM – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Gr2 Race – Flat – EUR € 130,000 |
1. LES PAVOTS – 5th last time at Parislongchamp over 1400m in a Listed race on May 16th. Warrants respect and is not discounted
2. SPARKLING PLENTY – 6th in the Poule D’Essai Des Pouliches (Gr.1) last time when running a good race, beaten just over 1L. Can score in this
3. RIBALTAGAIA – Nice win in a Listed race over 1600m at Chantilly last time on May 11th. Ought to be thereabouts
4. ROLICA – 6th in the English 1,000 guineas (Gr.1) last time at Newmarket over 1600m on May 5th. Can improve and be involved
5. CETERA – 2nd last time over 1600m in a Listed race at this track on May 11th behind RIBALTAGAIA (3). In the mix
6. FATHOM – 2nd on her last two runs, the latest in a Class 2 race at Chantilly over 1600m on April 29th. Might find a few of these too smart
Summary: Some smart fillies line up for this Group 2 event. SPARKLING PLENTY (2) was a good sixth in the Poule D’Essai Des Pouliches (Gr.1) when last seen on May 12th when not beaten far. She is preferred to the English raider ROLICA (4) who ran a cracker when sixth in the 1,000 Guineas (Gr.1) at Newmarket in May on her seasonal return and can only improve off that run. RIBALTAGAIA (3) got back on track last time when winning at Chantilly in a Listed race and can have a say.
| SELECTIONS |
| SPARKLING PLENTY (2) – ROLICA (4) – RIBALTAGAIA (3) – CETERA (5) |
| C9 – PRIX MARCHAND D’OR – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Listed Race – Flat – EUR € 55,000 |
1. TOMAKAY – Looked useful last year, won all of his three runs, with the latter at Toulouse over 1200m on October 23rd in a Class 2 race. Can score on seasonal return
2. GRAND SCOOP – Fair 4th at this track last time in a Group 3 race on May 17th over 1200m. Can be involved at the finish
3. MEGARRY – 4th last time over 1400m in a Group 3 race at Deauville on April 9th. Might find a few of these too smart
4. GRAND GREY – 5th last time over 1200m in a Group 3 race at this track on May 17th. In the mix
5. SYMMETRIC POWER – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 1200m at Chantilly in a Group 3 race on May 17th. Looks vulnerable
6. WOOTTON MELODY – Won last time over 1000m in a maiden race on May 9th at Lyon Parilly. Looks up against it in a hot race
7. ARMY ETHOS – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that at Newcastle(GBR) in a Group 3 race over 1400m. Place chance
8. FLERS – Nice 2nd over 1200m at Chantilly last time on May 2nd in a Class 1 race. Looks progressive and can not be ruled out
9. LA BELLE POETE – Won two runs ago over 1200m at Toulouse in a Class 1 race on March 11th. More required in a stronger race
10. ROYAL GREY – 7th last time in a Group 3 race at this track over 1200m on May 17th. Ought to be in the shake-up
11. PARISIAN LEAH – 5th last time at Chantilly in a Class 1 race on May 2nd over 1200m. Hard to fancy
12. DYPTIQUE – 3rd last time over 1200m at Chantilly in a Class 1 race on May 2nd. Others make more appeal
13. DAWN CHARGER – 2nd two runs ago in a Group 2 race at this track over 1200m on October 7th. Will strip fitter for a recent run in May
14. JASNA’S SECRET – 3rd two runs back over 1400m at this track on March 28th in a Class 1 race. Merits consideration
Summary: TOMAKAY (1) looks like the best option in this Listed race. He has won all three starts so far and won with a bit to spare last time in late October. He will be ready for this return to action. GRAND SCOOP (2) has claims for success having run well when fourth at this track over 1200m on May 17th. ROYAL GREY (10) and DAWN CHARGER (13) both warrant respect and can fight it out for minor honours.
| SELECTIONS |
| TOMAKAY (1) – GRAND SCOOP (2) – ROYAL GREY (10) – DAWN CHARGER (13) |
| C10 – PRIX ALY KHAN – TROPHEE STUDIO HARCOURT – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 19,000 |
1. BLACK LIVES MATTER – Unplaced on the last two runs, 2nd before that over 1600m in a Class 4 race at Saint-Cloud on April 12th. Has an outside place chance
2. VIOU – Three unplaced runs since a win at Deauville over 1300m in a Class 3 handicap on February 2nd. In the mix
3. SIRIUS SLEW – Won last time over 1400m in a Class 3 handicap on May 12th at Parislongchamp. Has place claims
4. AVRILOMANOIR – Won two runs ago over 1200m in a Class 3 race at Chantilly on April 15th. Can make the frame
5. SWEET AS – Won three runs ago over 1100m at Le Croise- Laroche in a Class 4 handicap on April 20th. Needs to be more consistent
6. SEGERA – Won last time over 1100m in a Class 4 race at La Teste on May 17th. Honest performer who can make an impact
7. BACCHILIDE – Nice 4th last time at Chantilly over 1200m in a Class 3 handicap on May 7th. Can not be overlooked
8. DROIT DE PAROLE – Two unplaced runs of late, 4th before that over 1100m at La Teste on April 25th in a Class 3 handicap. Looks vulnerable
9. NOCE D’OR – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 1600m at Royan on April 7th in a Class 4 race. Has work to do
10. VISIR IZNOGUD – 6th last time over 1100m in a Class 4 handicap on May 17th at La Teste. Among the leading place chances
11. INVESTISSEUR – 6th last time over 1400m in a Class 3 race on May 16th. Has dropped in the ratings and can be competitive
12. INVERINATE – Has three unplaced runs of late, 4th before that over 1600m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 race on April 2nd. Hardly inspiring
Summary: INVESTISSEUR (11) could bounce back to form and score in what looks like a modest race. Lots of the runners are inconsistent and have been out of form. VIOU (2) won at Deauville in early February and is one to consider. AVRILOMANOIR (4) is also a capable performer if in the right frame of mind. If emulating his win two starts ago he can not be ruled out. BACCHILIDE (7) makes up the shortlist.
| SELECTIONS |
| INVESTISSEUR (11) – VIOU (2) – AVRILOMANOIR (4) – BACCHILIDE (7) |
| R4 CHARTRES [L-H] |
| C1 – PRIX HOMMAGE A GUY FOIRET – 2825m (a2m) – Class G Amateur Drivers Race – Harness – EUR € 6,000 |
1. IRON WILD – Disappointing on the whole for some time, latterly sanctioned in a 3225m Fougères claimer early-May, and can be confidently disregarded
2. IT’S DU QUENNE – Makes just 2nd appearance in the amateur division after trotting 8th of 12 in a 2800m amateurs Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche on 22 May, and will have few takers
3. HORYVIL DES MOYEUX – Sanctioned in a 3000m Eauze amateurs Class F a week ago. Has solid references in this category and it is only a question of time before he comes good again. Place chance
4. GALET DU LEON – Won a 2800m Rambouillet amateurs Class G last weekend. Starts in front but races shod this time and others preferred
5. HARCANGE – Seldom gets his nose in front but is consistently in the thick of things, latterly 3rd of 16 in a 2825m Cordemais amateurs Class F on 24 May and, barefoot for the occasion, looks a dependable first-5 prospect
6. HEROIQUE LANCELOT – Modest trotter that finished 6th of 13 in a 2800m Carhaix Class F last weekend and, with shoes on, has no possible chance
7. IPSOS MARANCOURT – Faulted in a 2725m Graignes Class F 3 weeks ago. Can lose focus but has excellent amateur credentials and, if applied, can win this
8. GANAABA BLUE – Good servant that finished 2nd of 12 in a 2575m Gournay-en-Bray Class H last weekend. Benefits from an excellent entry here and Jeanne Lenault will be loathe to let it slip by. Chance
9. GALAXY VAUCEENNE – Has not been seen out since coming 4th of 9 in a 3000m Marseille-Borély amateurs Class F late-March. Is confirmed here, is barefoot for re-entry, but the penalty does her no favours
10. GAGA LADY BENACH – Runner-up to GALET DU LEON (4) in a 2800m Rambouillet amateurs Class G a week ago. In better company this time though and a minor place prospect at best
11. GAELINE SERVINOISE – Has done nothing but improve over recent weeks. 2nd of 16 in a 2825m Durtal Class H a fortnight back and, despite the handicap, can figure prominently
12. GOOD MORNING ELGE – Won an Angoulême claimer before faulting in a 2625m Châlons-en-Champagne claimer last weekend. Has references at this level but others easier to trust
13. GERGOVIE QUESNOT – Drops back to the amateur ranks after coming last of 13 in a 3200m Fougères Class F early-May. Is in her category though and, even with an extra 25m to travel, can still finish in the mix
Summary: A winner at Graignes before running 2nd over course and distance late-April, IPSOS MARANCOURT (7) faulted next time but reverts to racing with front pads and, from the first row, looks a serious proposition. 3rd to him earlier in the season, GANAABA BLUE (8) has hardly put a foot wrong since and can make a big splash on her Chartres debut. GERGOVIE QUESNOT (13) excels in the amateur division and, shod to preference this time, still looks competitive from the 2nd line. HORYVIL DES MOYEUX (3) lost his way somewhat after trotting 2nd to Matthieu Corbin’s charge, but is back to racing shod and can start to put things right.
| SELECTIONS |
| IPSOS MARANCOURT (7) – GANAABA BLUE (8) – GERGOVIE QUESNOT (13) – HORYVIL DES MOYEUX (3) |
| C2 – PRIX TOUR CYCLISTE D’EURE ET LOIR – 2300m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 19,500 |
1. LADY LUNA PARK – Unexceptional filly that finished last but one in a 2200m Pontchâteau Class F early-April and has no realistic chance
2. LEADER DU LOISIR – Sanctioned on first start since the spell in a 2700m Class E at La Capelle 3 weeks ago and is unlikely to be springing any surprises
3. LUIGI MESLOIS – 2nd of 6 finishers in a 2750m Elbeuf Class G early last month. Trainer in the sulky this time but still no more than a minor place prospect
4. LISTAO – Debuts on a hard surface after opening his account in a 2000m Rambouillet Class F a month ago. Will appreciate the trip and will be no pushover if he takes to the Chartres profile
5. LOLITA D’ECOTAY – Won at Villedieu-les-Poëles before finishing a modest 7th of 13 in a 2550m Reims Class E 2 weeks ago, and will need to pull her socks up
6. LUCKY JOSSELYN – Won a 2850m Laval Class F in good order on 17 April. Is a colt with considerable potential and has every chance of doubling up
7. LOLITA DE LANDEMER – Lost her maiden tag in a 2900m Arras Class F 2 weeks ago. Front pads fitted this time but takes on some superior horses and chances limited
8. LEBOSS D’HAVAROCHE – Still somewhat green but showed his aptitude when victorious in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class F a fortnight ago. Goes well for Romain Marty and has the wherewithal to challenge for the win
9. LOUIS QUATORZE – Respectable 5th of 9 in a 2700m Vincennes Class D mid-May. Is aimed lower this time and looks a solid place prospect
10. LAISSEZ FAIRE – Kicked the year off well but below-par in last 2, most recently 6th of 7 in a 2450m Caen Class E a fortnight back. Can however make amends if Giuseppe Porzio assures her initial strides
11. LANKA – Uneasy at the start when sanctioned in a 2275m Nantes Class D on 9 May. Gets a good opportunity to make amends and Eric Raffin is unlikely to let the same thing happen again. Chance
Summary: Two weeks after debuting nicely, LUCKY JOSSELYN (6) went on to impose at Laval, and may just have the edge over LEBOSS D’HAVAROCHE (8) who himself got off the mark at Saint-Malo last time out. LOUIS QUATORZE (9) drops back in category and will be more competitive than he was in Paris. LANKA (11) enjoys a good entry and will be no easy touch if Eric Raffin keeps her trotting.
| SELECTIONS |
| LUCKY JOSSELYN (6) – LEBOSS D’HAVAROCHE (8) – LOUIS QUATORZE (9) – LANKA (11) |
| C3 – PRIX DU RESTAURANT MON PARIS IV – 2850m (a2m) – Class F Amateur Riders Race – Mounted – EUR € 18,000 |
1. JAGUAR SEPTHEMA – Showed a different side to himself when 2nd of 18, on re-entry, in a 2800m Rambouillet Class F last Weeknd. In better company this time but is still worth monitoring
2. HEROS JARZEEN – Modest trotter that lost his action in a 2850m Maure-de-Bretagne harness Class G 3 weeks ago and already looks out of his depth
3. JACALA DE FONTAINE – Trotted 12th, behind JAGUAR SEPTHEMA (1), on monté debut in a 2800m Rambouillet Class F a week ago. Barefoot this time but still not a priority
4. JOTT DU BOCAGE – Very good 2nd of 6 finishers in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F in early-April. Has freshness on his side, is confirmed here and the front-line start only enhances his prospects. Claim
5. HETRE DU JOUR – Makes his monté debut after faulting in a 3000m Le Neubourg Class H 2 weeks ago. Benefits from a good entry though, sports front pads this time, and will generate some interest
6. HOGAN DE HOUELLE – Ideally-engaged but makes first appearance since being sanctioned in a 2850m Laval Class E last November. Shoes on and no threat
7. IPOLITE DE THIEZAC – Delicate sort that is proven here but faulted in a 2550m Gournay-en-Bray Class F a fortnight ago and, from the back row has little chance of influencing the result
8. HAPPY CHICHEVET – Debuted poorly in the discipline last month, faulting in a 2975 Jallais Class H, and can be ruled out
9. JOYAU DE SOYORA – Lost his action in a 2850m Lyon-Parilly Class F a month ago. Seldom lets the side down when applied and must be afforded respect
10. ILEA D’IRATY – Faulted, on comeback early last month, in a 2525m Class F at Savigny-sur-Braye and is unlikely to garner much support
11. HERACLES DU LAYON – Sprang quite the surprise when 3rd of 10 finishers in a 3000m Nantes Class G on 9 May. Unlikely to repeat but will not be available at 56/1
12. JULIENAS DE VRIE – Sanctioned, on re-entry, in a 2850m Laval harness Class E 10 days ago. Should appreciate Chartres conditions and is very much in the picture
13. ILOS DU GOUTIER – Hardy campaigner with good aptitude for the code, latterly 4th of 4 finishers in a 2825m Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche 11 days ago. Not a leading contender but can still make first 5
14. JET MESLOIS – Would have finished 5th in a Class E over course and distance last month had he not faulted more than once. Has an abundance of ability and, with his mind on the game, will be no pushover
Summary: Most of the big guns break from the second line except for the in-form JOTT DU BOCAGE (4) whose 25m head-start could make all the difference here. JULIENAS DE VRIE (12) was solid in Paris over the winter and, barefoot after a much-needed harness conditioner, will be expected to get straight back in the game. JET MESLOIS (14) missed out by little at Graignes before losing his action here, when full of running, and on better behaviour can trot his way onto the podium. JOYAU DE SOYORA (9) has references at this level and, with application, will not be far off the mark.
| SELECTIONS |
| JOTT DU BOCAGE (4) – JULIENAS DE VRIE (12) – JET MESLOIS (14) – JOYAU DE SOYORA (9) |
| C4 – PRIX CENTURY 21 – 2825m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 23,000 |
1. JIPSIE DU LAYON – Sanctioned in a 2400m Châteaubriant Class F 2 weeks ago. Front pads fitted for Chartres bow but still not an obvious choice
2. JULIETTA MOOD – Capable mare but sanctioned in both since returning to the track, most recently a 2400m Châteaubriant Class F 2 weeks ago. Shoes back on but still not to be entirely ruled out
3. JOVIAL DE ROCK – In the frame in 3 of last 4, most recently 3rd of 14 in a 2700m Graignes Class E 9 days ago, and will not be sent out at 32/1 this time
4. JAZIE PONT VAUTIER – Races shod this time after coming 6th of 10 in a 2500m Reims Class E a fortnight ago, and best to wait
5. JUPITER D’ALIENIS – A model of consistency that came 2nd of 12, after a 5 months’ break, in a 3000m Le Neubourg Class F. Will have come on for the run and Philippe Daugeard will have justified visions of victory
6. JEAN D’HOLLENBOURG – Encouraged at La Capelle before faulting early in a 2700m Graignes Class E late last month. Does trot when focused and can get in on the action if Marius Coignard assures his initial strides
7. JOKER THOURJAN – Sanctioned in a 2500m Valognes Class F on 9 May. Has previously won here but in current form can be ruled out
8. JAGUAR D’HERMES – Has bags of ability but sanctioned in 2 of last 3. Gets another crack at racing barefoot and, if focused, can apply the pressure on JUPITER D’ALIENIS (5)
9. JELLA DE LA NOEMIE – 4th of 13 in a 2975m Jallais Class F on 5 May. Switches back to a hard surface after a good stint on turf and, with the champion driver reining, will be afforded every chance
10. JOYEUX DES SOURCES – Mixes the good with the less good but won a 2700m Méral Class H on his first start back, late-April, and the engagement of Franck Nivard will do his chances no harm
11. JULEJACQ – Has 2 runs under his belt, latterly 9th of 11 in a 2950m Le Mans Class E early-May. Hind shoes off but incurs the penalty and appears to be biting off too much
12. JEWEL TOUCH – Sent for a spell late-March after faulting in a 2700m Vincennes Class D. Shod for return and has no realistic chance
13. JAHINA VITA – 6th of 14 in a 2850m Vincennes Class D on 21 May. Drops back in category, will be fully fit by now and, even from the 2nd row, must be taken seriously
14. JEREZ – Talented type making his first appearance since coming 3rd of 14 in a 2100m Vincennes Class D last November. Shoes on and best to hold off
15. JALAPA DU BUISSON – 6th of 7 finishers in a 2825m Cordemais Class C, on her comeback 9 days ago. Drops in category but still has more to find
Summary: Resurgent last season when racing barefoot, JUPITER D’ALIENIS (5) left a very good impression on re-entry and, confirmed at the venue, looks the one to beat. That said, JAGUAR D’HERMES (8) has had time to recuperate from his Enghien sanction and Paul Ploquin will be eager to set the record straight. JOYEUX DES SOURCES (10) won on turf on his first start back and makes his Chartres debut with morale intact. Entrusted to Eric Raffin for the first time, and sporting a proven configuration, JELLA DE LA NOEMIE (9) is not one to be underestimated.
| SELECTIONS |
| JUPITER D’ALIENIS (5) – JAGUAR D’HERMES (8) – JOYEUX DES SOURCES (10) – JELLA DE LA NOEMIE (9) |
| C5 – PRIX PMU LE BON COIN A CLOYES – 2825m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 23,000 |
1. ISEO PRIOR – 11th of 15 in a 2825m Durtal Class E 2 weeks ago. Shoes back on and other more attractive options available
2. INDIANA BUROISE – Has merit but below-par 11th of 13 in a 2900m Amiens Class E last week. Unshod-all-4 this time, with Adrien Lamy reining, and will have her supporters
3. IRONWOOD PARIS – Came a good 3rd of 18 in a 2825m Sablé-sur-Sarthe Class F last weekend. Shoes off again and looks capable of making the frame once more
4. IMPRESSION HAUFOR – In the frame in last 2, most recently 2nd of 11 in a 2475m Royan La Palmyre Class F a fortnight back. Sports pads all around and, from the front line, looks competitively well-in
5. IASELMA – 7th of 12 behind INDIANA BUROISE, on return to competition, in a 2550m Gournay-en-Bray Class F 2 weeks ago. Front pads fitted this time but still not an obvious choice
6. ICONE PONT VAUTIER – Encouraging 5th of 10 finishers in a 2725m Graignes Class F 3 weeks ago. Seldom disappoints when barefoot, pleased on lone start here, and is unlikely to disappoint. First-5 prospect
7. INASCOT THEO – 8th of 13 in a 2900m Amiens Class E last weekend. Has little love for Chartres, has few attributes of her namesake, and can be written off
8. INCANTATOR – Sanctioned on re-entry 3 weeks ago in a 2725m Graignes Class F. Races barefoot this time and can apply the pressure on IMPACT SPORT (13). Chance
9. IROISE DES BAULTS – Twice showed her form before coming last of 9 when preparing for this in a 2550m Gournay-en-Bray Class F a fortnight back. Shoes on again though and best to keep one’s powder dry
10. HOMER DES PRES – Reassured somewhat early last month when 4th of 14 in a 3000m Senonnes-Pouancé Class F, but still has more to find
11. HEROIC DES BOSC – Sent for a break last season after securing the hat-trick. Has picked up where he left off, winning a 2800m Rambouillet amateurs Class G a month ago and, even though in better company, can still pick up a cheque
12. IDEAL DE SASSY – 5th of 14 in a 2725m Graignes Class E on 24 May. Is new to Chartres and may find the going a bit too tough
13. IMPACT SPORT – Going well when sanctioned in a 2725m Graignes Class E 9 days ago after having come close at Nantes. Has won 3 of 4 here though and with Raffin in the sulky, can set the record straight
14. ILARIA KILY – Made up for her early-May disappointment here with 2nd of 15 in a 2550m Reims Class F a fortnight ago. Has never delivered with front pads fitted however and others preferred
15. ILLICO DU GUESNE – 6th of 15 in a 2825m Durtal Class E 2 weeks ago when preparing for this, after having trotted 3rd here early last month. Barefoot this time and should not be written off
16. IMPERIAL DE FORGAN – Has not been seen out since coming 5th of 10 in a 2800m Pontchâteau Class E late-March. Shoes on this time and best to hold off
Summary: Not an easy race to decipher but a tentative preference nevertheless goes to the hardy IMPACT SPORT (13) who, despite faulting last time out, simply excels at Chartres, and the Eric Raffin-factor tips the scales away from INCANTATOR (8) who has a 25m head-start. IMPRESSION HAUFOR (4) has taken no time getting back in shape and is clearly close to her race. IRONWOOD PARIS (3) races barefoot again and will endeavour to complement his Sablé performance.
| SELECTIONS |
| IMPACT SPORT (13) – INCANTATOR (8) – IMPRESSION HAUFOR (4) – IRONWOOD PARIS (3) |
| C6 – PRIX HOMMAGE A JEAN MAIZERET – 2825m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 29,000 |
1. HIPPO DE POMMERAYE – 9th of 14 in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E a fortnight ago and makes his Chartres debut with limited aspiration
2. HOMMAGE DU TRIO – Put in a fine finish, coming 6th of 12 in a 2825m Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche 11 days ago. Came close on penultimate start here and the Adrien Lamy engagement must be factored in. Chance
3. GALCINOIS – Sprang a small surprise winning a 2700m Graignes Class F 3 weeks ago. Unlikely to repeat but will be reined by Eric Raffin and must not be underestimated
4. HAUCKLAND – 9th of 12 in a 2700m Méral Class H on 12 May. Paul Ploquin at the helm this time but still not a priority
5. HAMILTON DU LUPIN – Went into his spell on a high note. Lacklustre 9th behind HOMMAGE DU TRIO (2) in a 2825m Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche 11 days ago, but is fitted with front pads this time and can make first 5
6. HIMOKA – Won a 3000m Class E at Le Neubourg 2 weeks ago. Very much at her ease at Chartres and will be competitive for a place payout
7. GIANT DREAM – Has ability but very complicated. Returned to winning ways in a 2625m Morlaix Class F 3 weeks ago. Not a priority this time but should nevertheless acquit himself honourably
8. FALMACO DES ANGLES – 7th of 12 in a 2800m amateurs Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche on 22 May and will struggle to make any impact
9. HAVANE DE CHENU – Has done nothing but improve since returning from her break, most recently winning a 2625m Class F at La Rochelle 3 weeks ago. Nivard at the helm this time and will be expected to confirm
10. GANOVO – 10th of 17 in a 2950m Le Mans Class F early last month. Has been off the boil for some time and can be ruled out
11. FRISE PONT VAUTIER – Made the frame at Saint-Omer before faulting in a 2550m Reims Class E 2 weeks ago and the extra 25m will do her no favours
12. GUCCI DE BARB – Raced well in both return races, latterly 5th to GALCINOIS (3) in a 2700m Graignes Class F on 12 May. Has form here and despite the handicap, can figure prominently at the business end of the race
Summary: Tenacious winner of a Class F three weeks ago, HAVANE DE CHENU (9) enjoys a very good entry here and, associated with Franck Nivard this time, has every chance of imposing. GUCCI DE BARB (12) is 25m worse off but reverts to racing unshod-behind, has references at the venue, and is always game. HOMMAGE DU TRIO (2) raced better at Le Croisé-Laroche recently than the result would suggest, and the engagement of Adrien Lamy confirms the confidence of his handler. HIMOKA (6) defied expectations at Le Neubourg last time out and must be taken more seriously.
| SELECTIONS |
| HAVANE DE CHENU (9) – GUCCI DE BARB (12) – HOMMAGE DU TRIO (2) – HIMOKA (6) |
| C7 – PRIX MIDI AUTO CHARTRES – 2300m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 19,500 |
1. KADO DE VANDEL – Opened his 2024 account 3 weeks ago, winning a 2850m Laon claimer. In more exalted company this time though and chances limited
2. KENZO GRIFF – Won at Beaumont-de-Lomagne before trotting 3rd of 12 in a 2625m Class E at La Rochelle in early-May and does not make the trip to Paris without a paycheque in mind
3. KIARHA DE NAPPES – Never at her ease when sanctioned in a 2175m Vincennes Class D early last month but returns to her venue of choice and will be no soft touch
4. KALENCIO FLAC – Improving sort that came 4th of 13 in a 2750m Class E at La Capelle. Races with hind shoes off, Eric Raffin in the hot seat, and will justifiably garner support
5. KARLOS DU LOISIR – Imposed at Méral before faulting early, finishing 10th of 16 in a 2850m Laval Class E 10 days ago, but can bounce back and make amends
6. KIEVEL – Useful colt that finished a well-beaten 6th of 9 finishers, on his comeback, in a 2150m Enghien Class E last weekend. Races shod this time though and represents no more than a minor place prospect
7. KAISER DE CESNY – Has been struggling lately, most recently last but one in a 2675m Lisieux Class E 3 weeks ago, and can be passed over
8. KALAMATA BEACH – Makes first appearance since trotting 4th of 6 finishers, at 85/1, in a 2550m Reims Class E mid-April. Adrien Lamy reining this time but already looks outclassed
9. KING PAPY JOE – Off the boil over recent weeks, most recently last of 9 in a 2150m Enghien Class E last weekend, and can be written off
10. KEN ZAO DE NAPPES – Has failed this year to make good on his 3yo promise. 8th of 16 in a 2850m Laval Class E 10 days ago and will have few, if any, friends
11. KAVAROLIKA – Sanctioned in a 2850m Laval Class E late last month. Talent is not in question and can pleasantly surprise if Romain Marty keeps her trotting
12. KING LUCKY – Still being conditioned when 6th of 8 finishers in a similar event here late-April. Will be fit by now, the stars appear aligned, and can bring home the bacon
Summary: Perfectly-engaged at the limit of earnings, KING LUCKY (12) has 2 races under his belt, is confirmed at this level and, entrusted to Franck Nivard, can finally get that maiden monkey off his back. Clearly talented but not the easiest to handle, it will again be a case of all-or-nothing for KAVAROLIKA (11). KIARHA DE NAPPES (3) won 2 in a row here before faulting in Paris, and returns to the venue with a chance of maintaining a perfect Chartres record. KENZO GRIFF (2) confirmed her left-handed credentials at La Rochelle last month and Paul Ploquin looks to have a decent chance of making the frame.
| SELECTIONS |
| KING LUCKY (12) – KAVAROLIKA (11) – KIARHA DE NAPPES (3) – KENZO GRIFF (2) |
| C8 – PRIX DU PMU ANCRE DE MARINE A LUISA – 2800m (a2m) – Class F Race – Mounted – EUR € 26,000 |
1. HYPERION DU BOCAGE – Returns to the monté code after trotting 10th of 12 finishers in a 2825m harness Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche 11 days ago. Pitted against some good horses here and is unlikely to shake things up
2. GALOPIN DE POTES – Sanctioned in a 2600m Class F at Le Touquet 2 weeks ago. Entrusted to Eric Raffin this time and will be competitive for a slice of the pie
3. HAMOUR DE SISSI – Pleasantly surprised when 3rd of 12 in a 2600m Class F at Le Touquet a fortnight ago but, in this company, will need to find significantly more
4. ICARE WILLIAMS – Excellent in 2 April starts before coming 5th of 13 in a 2950m Vichy Class F early last month. Is not a priority but can still finish close to the action
5. IGNACE GUENESERIE – Last of 11 finishers in a 2850m Laval harness Class D 10 days ago. Is back under the saddle, should adapt well to Chartres conditions, and can finish in the mix
6. IGOR DU PARC – Quality element that made short work of a 2825m Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche mid-May and, in similar form, can wrap this up
7. GUOPECK DE VIVOIN – Out of the picture in all 3 since the break, most recently sanctioned, when never dangerous, in a 2825m Class D at Le Croisé-Laroche 11 days ago, and can be ruled out
8. HOMMAGE LUDOIS – 2nd only to a very good horse in a 2800m Cholet Class F on 14 May. Has been knocking at the door and deserves to be rewarded with victory one of these days
Summary: IGOR DU PARC (6) didn’t beat about the bush at Le Croisé-Laroche last month, clocking a fast time, and with Adrien Lamy in the irons, can double his money. Runner-up in his last three, the versatile HOMMAGE LUDOIS (8) looks to be in with a realistic shout. IGNACE GUENESERIE (5) has solid monté credentials and will be expected to make up for being trounced under harness last time out.
| SELECTIONS |
| IGOR DU PARC (6) – HOMMAGE LUDOIS (8) – IGNACE GUENESERIE (5) – GALOPIN DE POTES (2) |
| R5 ALENCON [L-H] |
| C6 – PRIX SECHE ENVIRONNEMENT – VILLE D’ALENCON – 2625m (a1m1/2) – Class A Race – Harness – EUR € 50,000 |
1. FLORALYSE D’AUTHOU – Unplaced in class D at Châteaubriant over 2400m on 19 May. Two poor runs back from a break and others are preferred
2. IN LOVE WITH CHENU – Disappointing 7th last time out in class F at Saint-Malo over 2950m on 19 May. Remains barefoot and has sufficient means to fight for victory
3. HEUREUX DE BOUERE – Was 7th in class E at Liseux over 2725m on 26 May. Reverts to barefoot and has not been placed since November
4. GALEO D’AMARO – Unplaced in class E at Graignes over 2700m on 18 April. Reverts to barefoot and placed third on 31 March at Ecommoy on turf. Must be respected
5. HOBAMA – Fair fourth in class F at Saint-Malo over 2950m on 19 May. Reverts to barefoot and is well positioned in the front row. Capable of contesting the finish
6. GARANCIO BELLO – A winner in class D at Prunelli di Fium’Orbo over 2400m on 12 May. He remains barefoot and can stake a claim with a good run
7. FELINE DE CALVI – Disappointing last run when unplaced on a class E at Vire over 3475m on 25 May. She remains barefoot and did win the Ecommoy stage on 31 March. Hard to trust but can earn
8. ENZO DU KLAU – A winner on turf in class A at Carpentras over 2650m on 14 April. Remains barefoot and performs very well on turf. Should make a bold bid
9. GALA DE CRENNES – He was 6th in class C at Caen over 2450m on 11 May. Was not that far off them at Ecommoy on 31 March. Can play a role in the finish
10. HALICIA BELLA – Disappointing 9th in class A at Vincennes over 2850m on 19 April. Reverts to barefoot and she is proven on turf, can be involved in the finish
11. FORUM MESLOIS – Unreliable and was 8th in class D at Cordemais over 2825m on 24 April. Best watched until better form is shown
12. FIESTA DU BELVER – Finished 6th in a class C at Vincennes over 2700m on 4 May. Others are preferred in this line-up
13. FEE DE RANCHVAL – Unplaced in class A at Eauze on turf over 3000m on 26 May. Not barefoot and in poor form of late. Ignore
14. GEORGICA GEDE – Fourth in a class E Mounted race at Liseux over 2725m on 26 May. Better in Mounted events and others are preferred
15. ESPACE WINNER – Was 6th in a Group 2 Mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 19 April. Seems better in Mounted races and is best to watch for now
16. FOUGUE DU DOLLAR – Unreliable and unplaced in a Group 3 at Vincennes over 2850m on 6 April. Unplaced in five attempts this year
17. ELITE DE JIEL – Finished 9th in a Group 3 at Vincennes over 2100m on 27 January. Poor form and others are preferred
18. FIGARO DE LARRE – Well beaten and unplaced in a Group 3 at Vincennes over 2850m on 24 May. On a long losing streak and happy to pass by
Summary: ENZO DU KLAU (8) is best after a short break and he can follow up on his good last win on the grass last month. HALICIA BELLA (10) is proven on the turf, runs barefoot and capable of fighting out the finish. HOBAMA (5) is unshod and could get the run of the race. GALEO D’AMARO (4) deserves some respect being yet another reverting to barefoot.
| SELECTIONS |
| ENZO DU KLAU (8) – HALICIA BELLA (10) – HOBAMA (5) – GALEO D’AMARO (4) |
| R6 REIMS [R-H] |
| C1 – PRIX PMU LA TABATIERE DU PADDOCK – 2550m (a1m1/2) – Class F Amateur Riders Race – Harness – EUR € 24,000 |
1. HERACLES DU MONT – Disqualified in his last three starts, with the latest being at Châlons-en-Champagne on 25 May. Others are much preferred
2. GOLOVKIN NATHANPI – On a long losing run and was 7th last time out in Class G at Amiens over 2400m on 4 May. More is needed to win this race
3. FLEURON DE PADD – Disqualified in his last five starts with the latest being at Gournay-en-Bray on 26 May. Hard to trust and is best watched for now
4. GUESS LUFFY – Not easy to trust but she did run well last time out when runner-up in Class F at Villedieu-les-Poëles over 2800m on 20 May. Can make the frame if wise
5. HORSE DE GRAMMONT – Has won at this course but has been disappointing of late and was disqualified last time out at Arras on 20 May. Capable of winning if in the mood
6. FRINGANT PACHA – Struggling to regain best form and was disqualified last time out at Le Touquet on 19 May. Best watched for now
7. FAIRWAY LA VITARD – Has struggled of late and was disqualified last time out at Châlons-en-Champagne on 25 May. Others are preferred
8. GALANTE DE TILLARD – Has not won in some time now but was third last time out in Class F at Amiens over 2900m on 6 April. Keeps that shoe arrangement and can contest the finish
9. GALON D’AMIRAL – Has lost his way of late with two disqualifications, with the latest being at Châlons-en-Champagne on 25 May. Capable of better but others are preferred
10. FOR DADDY – On a very long losing run and was disqualified last time out at Villedieu-les-Poëles on 20 May. Unlikely to win
11. HIBOU D’ERPION – Unreliable and was 9th last time out in Class F at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2400m on 25 May. Can do a lot better this time around
12. HOLDING GIRL – Disappointing of late and was 9th last time out in Class F at Villedieu-les-Poëles over 2800m on 20 May. Capable of better and is not out of it
13. HILDA DU THYRAL – In fine form of late having won twice in her last three starts, including last time out in Class G at Vincennes over 2850m on 7 May. Can double up
Summary: HILDA DU THYRAL (13) is in very good form and should follow up on the nice last win at Vincennes. GALANTE DE TILLARD (8) showed some improvement with this shoe arrangement last time out and can do even better this time around. HIBOU D’ERPION (11) is unreliable but is also capable of contesting the finish. HOLDING GIRL (12) has been disappointing of late but deserves some respect.
| SELECTIONS |
| HILDA DU THYRAL (13) – GALANTE DE TILLARD (8) – HIBOU D’ERPION (11) – HOLDING GIRL (12) |
| C2 – PRIX AXA AGENCE SONIA CANNEAU – 2550m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 27,000 |
1. INDYDARCHE – Has lost his way of late with two disqualifications, with the latest being at Laon on 26 May. Best watched for now
2. INESTELLE – On a very long losing run and was disqualified last time out at Gournay-en-Bray on 20 May. Others are much preferred
3. HOT SHOT – Holding form and was fourth last time out in Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2800m on 222 May. Barefoot this time and can finish in the money
4. HAZIEL DU VAL D’OR – Has lost his way and was 12th last time out in Class E at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2825m on 12 May. Needs major improvement to win
5. IVO SIVED – Has struggled this year and was disqualified last time out at Graignes on 12 May. Others are preferred
6. IMPERATRICE LOVE – Disappointing last run when 6th last in Class D at Caen over 2450m on 5 May. In good form before that and can contest the finish
7. IPATINGA – Showed some improvement when runner-up last time out in Class H at Le Grand-Fougeray over 2750m on 9 May. Needs to do more to win this race
8. HAOUSSA DE VENNES – Unreliable but was not disgraced when fourth last time out in Class G at Amiens over 2400m on 4 May. Could play a minor role
9. HELMA D’OCQUE – On a very long losing run and was unplaced last time out in Class F at Elbeuf over 2750m on 8 May. Capable of earning some money
10. HUGOLINO – Unreliable but did run well when third last time out in Class F at Strasbourg over 2800m on 16 May. On a long losing streak but is not out of it
11. IGOVE DE LUNE – In good form of late and was fourth last time out in Class D at Nantes over 3000m on 9 May. Should fight out the finish
12. HOUFFE DU FLINOIS – Disappointing form of late and was 8th last time out in Class F at Strasbourg over 2800m on 16 May. Others are preferred
13. HERMINE DE RHEVE – On a very long losing run and was 6th last time out in Class D at Enghien over 2875m on 25 May. Unreliable but can make the frame
Summary: IGOVE DE LUNE (11) remains in good form and gets the vote to score. IMPERATRICE LOVE (6) seems best on right-handed tracks and should fight out the finish once again. HUGOLINO (10) is unreliable but could break a long losing run. HERMINE DE RHEVE (13) probably needs to do more to win a race like this but could make the frame.
| SELECTIONS |
| IGOVE DE LUNE (11) – IMPERATRICE LOVE (6) – HUGOLINO (10) – HERMINE DE RHEVE (13) |
| C3 – PRIX GARAGE DURAND OIRY – 2500m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 24,000 |
1. JOY EASTER – Did not show his best when 7th last time out at Mons over 2300m on 15 May. Capable of much better and could surprise
2. JACO LE GRAND – In good form and was a winner last time out in Class E at Gournay-en-Bray over 2250m on 20 May. Be right there at the finish
3. JAURIAS – Disappointing last run when tenth in Class E at Ecommoy over 2750m on 18 May. Won his penultimate start and can bounce back to score
4. JOSIO DU POMMEREUX – Disappointing this year but was barefoot and 5th last time out in Class E at Saint-Malo over 2950m on 19 May. Remains barefoot and could be the surprise package of the race
5. JACK DU CEBE – In good form of late and was fourth last time out in Class E at Caen over 2200m on 29 May. Can contest the finish again
6. JACKPOT JOMUNA – Unreliable but did run well when runner-up last time out in Class E at Amiens over 2400m on 4 May. Can go one better this time
7. JACKPOT DE VIETTE – Battling to regain winning form and was 5th last time out in Class E at Laon over 2650m on 26 May. More is needed to win this race
8. JAGUAR DE KARA – Unreliable of late and was disqualified last time out at Meslay-du-Maine on 16 May. Won his penultimate start and has a winning chance
9. JULKO D’OCQUE – Unreliable and was disqualified last time out at Arras on 20 May. Won a Mounted race in the penultimate start but others are preferred
Summary: JAURIAS (3) did not show his best last time out but won well in his penultimate start and can bounce back to score. JAGUAR DE KARA (8) was disqualified last time out but won well in his penultimate start so can be a real threat to these rivals. JACK DU CEBE (5) is in good form and would not be a surprise winner. JACKPOT JOMUNA (6) can go one better this time but is not reliable.
| SELECTIONS |
| JAURIAS (3) – JAGUAR DE KARA (8) – JACK DU CEBE (5) – JACKPOT JOMUNA (6) |
| C4 – PRIX DU CHAMPAGNE JOSEPH PERRIER – 2500m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 24,000 |
1. JAGAWA MATCH – On a long losing run but did run well when runner-up last time out in Class E at Gournay-en-Bray over 2550m on 20 May. Can contest the finish
2. JUMEIGE DE GODREL – In good form of late, winning two of her last three starts, with the latest being in Class E at Meslay-du-Maine over 2600m on 16 May. Can follow up
3. JAVADA DU MONT – Unreliable and was well beaten last time out in Class E at Argentan over 2875m on 28 March. Capable of an upset when in the mood
4. JESS D’HERTALS – Holding her form nicely and was third last time out in Class E at Amiens over 2400m on 4 May. Barefoot and can fight out the finish
5. JOMOLUNGMA – Very unreliable and was disqualified last time out at Rambouillet on 1 May. Capable of earning some money when in the mood
6. JUSTESS VIKING – Yet to win after 42 starts and was 7th last time out in Class E at La Capelle over 2750m on 10 May. Needs to do more to win a race
7. JUSTICE DE JOUDES – Very consistent of late and was runner-up last time out in Class E at Vichy over 2800m on 18 May. Can go one better this time
8. JADE DE NAVARY – Unreliable and was disqualified last time at Laon on 26 May. Capable of earning some minor money at very best
9. JOLIE PLANTE – Disqualified in her last three starts, with the latest being at Amiens on 27 May. Best watched for now
10. JUBILIS – Not disgraced when fourth last time out in Class F at Laon over 2800m on 1 October. Likely to need this run returning from a break
11. JASMINE DES FLOTS – Disqualified in her last five starts, with the latest being at Saint-Malo on 19 May. Others are much preferred
12. JUVENTINA DE LOU – Yet to win a race and was 5th last time out in Class E at this course over 2500m on 20 May. Capable of making the frame
Summary: JUSTICE DE JOUDES (7) is in very good form and should make a bold bid of scoring this time around. JUMEIGE DE GODREL (2) has won two of her last three starts and is sure to be a lively danger. JAGAWA MATCH (1) ran well last time out and deserves respect for that run. JESS D’HERTALS (4) is holding form, is barefoot and ready to be very competitive once again.
| SELECTIONS |
| JUSTICE DE JOUDES (7) – JUMEIGE DE GODREL (2) – JAGAWA MATCH (1) – JESS D’HERTALS (4) |
| C5 – PRIX DE LA SOCIETE DU CHEVAL FRANCAIS – 2550m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 21,000 |
1. KING DU TRY – Unreliable of late and was 5th last time out in Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 13 May. Capable of playing a minor role
2. KALYPSO MI AMOR – Disappointing last run when 7th in Class D at Vincennes over 2175m on 7 May. Has a place chance
3. KALINE D’ERPION – Disappointing last run when 6th in Class E at Laval over 2850m on 25 April. In good form before that and can make the frame
4. KARTER LEWIS – Usually gives of his best and he was not disgraced when third last time out in Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 13 May. Can contest the finish again
5. KALLAGAN – Unreliable and was disqualified last time out at Enghien on 25 May. Capable of better but others are much preferred
6. KAMOUR – Returned from a break in fine form and was runner-up last time out in Class E at Chartres over 2825m on 28 April. Be right there at the finish once again
7. KILLER DE BEAULIEU – Has struggled in both his starts this year and was 8th last time out in Class E at Enghien over 2150m on 25 May. Best watched for now
8. KING GEORGES ELLIS – Needed his only run of this year when 5th in Class D at La Capelle over 2750m on 10 May. Fitter now and should fight out the finish
9. KIWI DE LARRE – Unreliable and was runner-up last time out in a claimer at Vincennes over 2850m on 14 May. Others are preferred
10. KANSAS DE CASTELLE – Has struck a purple patch of form, pulling off a hat-trick of wins with the latest being in Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 13 May. Can win again
11. KOKIN DE BELLANDE – Showed some improvement when fourth last time out in Class D at La Capelle over 2750m on 10 May. Could earn some minor money
12. KALISTA JIEL – Unreliable and was tenth last time out in Class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 29 December. Capable of running well if fit from a break
Summary: KANSAS DE CASTELLE (10) has already bagged a treble and has every chance of completing the four-timer. This course and distance suits. KING GEORGES ELLIS (8) needed the last run and should do a lot better this time around. KAMOUR (6) is in good heart and is a lively danger. KARTER LEWIS (4) is consistent and could also get involved with the finish yet again.
| SELECTIONS |
| KANSAS DE CASTELLE (10) – KING GEORGES ELLIS (8) – KAMOUR (6) – KARTER LEWIS (4) |
| C6 – PRIX DES PAPILLONS BLANCS – 2550m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Mounted – EUR € 21,000 |
1. KALIE GEMA – Was not disgraced on debut and was disqualified last time out at Savigny-sur-Braye on 9 May. Capable of improvement and could make the frame
2. KARL – Disqualified in both starts this year, with the latest being at Bihorel-lès-Rouen on 9 May. Tries a Mounted race but others are much preferred
3. KINGSTON DU MINON – Showed slight improvement when 9th last time out in a Class H Mounted race at Gournay-en-Bray over 2550m on 20 May. Best watched for now
4. KENNEN JIEL – Disqualified in all three of his starts this year, with the latest being at Caen on 5 May. Did better last year and is not out of it if smart
5. KALIE DU BLEQUIN – Yet to win after 18 attempts and was 5th last time out in a Class F harness race over this course and distance on 20 May. Place chance
6. KIARA D’ECOTAY – Unreliable and was 6th last time out in a Class E Mounted race Caen over 2450m on 5 May. Capable of better and can contest the finish
7. KARLA D’AVENIR – Yet to win and was disqualified last time out at Argentan on 26 May. Capable of better and deserves a Mounted race win
8. KABOBBY SANT – Battling to regain best form and was tenth last time out in Class F at Chartres over 2800m on 8 May. Needs to do more to win this race
9. KOQUINE D’HERIPRE – Showed improvement when runner-up last time out in a harness claimer at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2600m on 25 May. Has struggled under the saddle and others are preferred
10. KIMBERLY DU LOISIR – Much improved of late and she pulled of a hat-trick of claimer wins in harness races of late, with the latest being at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2600m on 26 May. Not barefoot and tries a Mounted race
Summary: KARLA D’AVENIR (7) ran well earlier last month at La Capelle and if running to that level of form should be the right one in this line-up. KIARA D’ECOTAY (6) is unreliable and was only sixth last time out but is capable of better and is not out of it. KENNEN JIEL (4) has faulted three times in a row but did well enough without winning last year and is capable of scoring. KALIE GEMA (1) could also show improvement.
| SELECTIONS |
| KARLA D’AVENIR (7) – KIARA D’ECOTAY (6) – KENNEN JIEL (4) – KALIE GEMA (1) |
| C7 – PRIX ZETURF – 2550m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 18,000 |
1. LASCAUX – A three-year-old colt by Dijon out of Pin Up de la Loge who is making his debut. Watch the betting
2. LUCIOLA DE LOU – A three-year-old filly by Real de Lou out of Vikivera de Lou who is making her debut. Watch the betting
3. LUIS ANGEL AIMEF – A three-year-old colt by Brillantissime out of Amaparnassa Aimef who is making his debut. Watch the betting
4. LUCKY STAR – Disqualified in her first two starts and was 9th last time out in Class F at Lisieux over 2725m on 26 May. Bestwatched for now
5. LARABELLO DE LOU – Did not show much on debut and was disqualified last time out at Laon on 26 May. Others are preferred
6. LA FEE DES BAUX – Finished fourth on her debut which was in Class F at Le Touquet over 2600m on 19 May. Could play a minor role
7. LADY LOUISE ROCQ – Disqualified in two of four starts including last time out at Graignes on 18 April. Capable of earning some money if smart
8. LEGENDE DE NILREM – Was not disgraced when runner-up on debut in Class G at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2600m on 8 May. Not out of it
9. LE LAUREAT DU PARC – Disqualified last time out at Cagnes-sur-Mer on 15 February. Did enough in his first two starts to hold a winning chance
10. LOLA DU CAMPUS – Returned from a break and was fourth last time out in Class F at Lisieux over 2675m on 20 March. Capable of making the frame
11. LOZA – Only found one better when runner-up on debut in Class F at Saint-Omer over 2625m on 1 May. Can contest the finish
12. L’AS DU CHATELET – Disqualified twice since running very well on debut, with the latest disqualification being at Meslay-du-Maine on 16 May. Can bounce back to score
Summary: L’AS DU CHATELET (12) has faulted twice since a good debut but can bounce back to win the lucky last race. LASCAUX (1) has done well in qualifying and could be a threat on debut. LE LAUREAT DU PARC (9) faulted last time but did well before that and can fight out the finish if smart. LOZA (11) ran well on debut and deserves respect for that performance.
| SELECTIONS |
| L’AS DU CHATELET (12) – LASCAUX (1) – LE LAUREAT DU PARC (9) – LOZA (11) |
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