| R1 VINCENNES [L-H] |
| C1 – PRIX MIMAS – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 46,000 |
1. KEA DES RACQUES – 3rd to KLASSICA DESBOIS (9) in 7 May race of reference before coming 6th of 14 in a 2700m Class C here 3 weeks ago and will need to raise her game
2. KANTARELLINA CHIC – Below-par this year, latterly 12th of 13 in a 2100m Class D here a month ago. Shoes back on and even though Raffin stays faithful, she still looks to have her work cut out
3. KISS ME WINNER – Progressive filly starting for the first time since faulting in a Class C over course and distance almost 4 months ago and will be race-rusty
4. KEMILLA DE BRION – Barring a late-April sanction, has been in flying form this year, most recently 2nd of 14 in a Class D over track and trip a month back. Would have won had she been afforded a run and can redeem herself
5. KEMBLA – Makes first appearance since coming 10th of 15 in a 2700m Vincennes Class B 6 months ago and, even with hind shoes off, can be ignored
6. KASSANDRA WIND – 3rd of 13 in a 2100m Class D here on 10 May. Has never failed to deliver at Vincennes and has every chance of making the frame once more
7. KARINA STEED – Won a Class B at La Rochelle before faulting in a 2450m Caen Gr.2 on 11 May. Should not be too hastily judged and has the capacity to pick up some prizemoney
8. KISS ME DE NAVARY – Pleased at Enghien before finishing 7th of 14 in a 2700m Class C 3 weeks ago. Franck Nivard reining this time and can go closer
9. KLASSICA DESBOIS – Won a Class D over course and distance before trotting 5th of 14 in a 2700m Vincennes Class C 3 weeks ago and with shoes off again should logically finish closer this time
10. KISS ME DOMPIERRE – 11th of 14 in a 2700m Class C here 3 weeks ago. Unshod-all-4 on this occasion and has every chance of trotting her way onto the podium
Summary: KEMILLA DE BRION (4) has turned a corner this year, most recently missing out by the smallest of margins to KLASSICA DESBOIS (9) in a Class D over course and distance a month back, and Matthieu Abrivard will legitimately bid to turn the tables. KISS ME DOMPIERRE (10) is not the easiest of horses to gauge but is first time barefoot, with Yoann Lebourgeois at the helm, and can file his recent performance to the history books. The versatile KASSANDRA WIND (6) has been holding her own lately and is unlikely to go home empty-handed.
| SELECTIONS |
| KEMILLA DE BRION (4) – KLASSICA DESBOIS (9) – KISS ME DOMPIERRE (10) – KASSANDRA WIND (6) |
| C2 – PRIX RADIO LATINA (PRIX ADALBERTA) – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 59,000 |
1. FLAMBOYANT DU RIB – 4th over track and trip mid-May before being pulled-up in a 3000m Eauze Class A on 26 May and, even with modified shoeing, can expect to have few takers
2. GILBERTO – Last of 13 in a 2400m Montauban Class D on 20 May. Has been off the boil all year, and even though sporting a previous configuration, will have limited prospects
3. GRANIT DU FRESNE – Last of 12 when prepping for this in a 2400m Châteaubriant Class D on 19 May. Unshod-all-4 this time and must be considered a live chance
4. GRAND SOURIRE – Won at Fougères on 1 May before coming 7th of 12 in a 2850m Loudéac Class E 10 days later. Has fine Vincennes credentials and is very much in the running
5. FARCEUR DE MAI – Unraced since coming 4th of 12 in a 2875m Enghien monté Class D last October. Has other priorities and can be ruled out
6. GIPSY DU RIED – Going decently when sanctioned in a 2550m Reims Class E on 20 May. Starts in front here but appears to be biting off more than she can chew
7. GUI D’ERABLE – 9th of 15 when being conditioned in a 2850m Laval Class D 3 weeks ago. Has never delivered over this distance but is in his category, returns to racing barefoot, and can play an active role
8. GIANT MADRIK – 5th of 17 in a 2625m Class B at La Rochelle on 12 May. Excels with Matthieu Abrivard, ran 2nd on lone start under these conditions, and can impose
9. GARDON – Last but one in a 2150m Enghien Class B a fortnight ago, on first start since the spell. Shoes off this time and will be expected to apply the pressure on GIANT MADRIK (8)
10. GALIE DE CELINIERE – 8th of 12 in a 2850m Class D conditioner here 2 weeks ago. Barefoot as she was when imposing over course and distance earlier in the year, but takes on the boys and more a minor place chance this time
11. FILOU DE L’ELLE – 10th of 11 finishers in a 3225m Vitré Class E last Sunday. 6th of 16 under these conditions mid-May and will be worth monitoring
12. GENERAL – Below-par on the whole this year, latterly pulled-up in a 2875m Enghien monté Class D a fortnight ago and, shod this time, can be passed over
13. GETEHI DU NOYER – In the frame in last 2, most recently 3rd of 15 in a 2700m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Breaks from the rear, but Franck Nivard has stayed faithful, and should not be overlooked
14. FAUCON DE L’ALBA – Surprise 5th, behind FLAMBOYANT DU RIB (1), in a Class D over course and distance mid-May. Handed an unappealing draw and is not about to repeat
15. FELINE DE MIRANDA – Returns to racing left-handed after coming 5th of 18 in a 2725m Lisieux Class E on 26 May. Plainly in fine form but the draw will do her no favours
16. GUEPARD DE TILLARD – Disappointing since last autumn, most recently 8th of 12 in a 2400m Châteaubriant Class D on 19 May. Poorly-drawn and even with Yoann Lebourgeois reining, will struggle to make his mark
Summary: Solid 5th to the good Ibiki De Houelle last time out, GIANT MADRIK (8) has been aimed marginally lower this time and in spite of a wide draw, looks the one to beat. GARDON (9) has not been lucky with the draw either but is barefoot following his seasonal bow and looks the main threat. Back to conditions he appreciates, GRAND SOURIRE (4) races barefoot for the occasion, is ideally-positioned behind the car, and has already won for Benjamin Rochard. Starting on his inside, GRANIT DU FRESNE (3) is reunited with Eric Raffin who drove him close here earlier in the season.
| SELECTIONS |
| GIANT MADRIK (8) – GARDON (9) – GRAND SOURIRE (4) – GRANIT DU FRESNE (3) |
| C3 – PRIX TROPIQUES FM (PRIX MARSIK) – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 46,000 |
1. JAG ROYAL – Like a horse reborn since the start of the year, most recently winning a Class E under these conditions on 3 May. In better company this time but the nature of his success bodes well for his chances of securing the double
2. JO LIGNERIES – Unseen since coming 9th of 15 in a 2100m Class D here last September and will need the outing
3. JAMSHIR – Honest type that came 5th of 14 in a 2800m Bernay Class E on 12 May. Aimed higher this time and not an obvious choice
4. JUPITER MADRIK – Sanctioned, when unsupported, in a 2700m Class D at Le Croisé-Laroche late last month and can be confidently ruled out
5. JOYEUX DU LANDRET – Winner, for the 2nd time since returning to competition, of a 2850m Laval Class E on 25 April. Comes here fresh and, while unlikely to impose, can nevertheless make first 5
6. JOUTEUR D’AUGE – Has twice failed to confirm his Graignes victory, most recently 8th behind JOHORE (12) in a 2850m Laval Class E 2 weeks ago, and can be disregarded
7. JUSTIN DES MARAIS – Put behind him a string of disappointments when winning a 2950m Saint-Malo Class E on 19 May. Has no love for Vincennes though and can be passed over
8. JIOSCO DES OMBRES – Returned from his winter spell in fine fettle. 2nd of 18 in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E 3 weeks ago and, although unproven under these conditions, his form is hard to ignore
9. JUST FOR FUN – Respectable 6th of 11 finishers in a 2100m Class E here 3 weeks ago. Is not about to shake things up but can nonetheless get a look-in
10. JACK DU CAUX – Moderate 5th of 7 finishers in a 2700m Class D at Le Croisé-Laroche just over 2 weeks ago. Shoes on this time and will pose no danger
11. JUMBO JACK – Has not been seen out since trotting 5th of 14 in a 2875m Enghien Class D on 20 April. Not a priority but stable going strongly and is worth keeping an eye on
12. JOHORE – Showed improvement, on 2nd start back, when missing out by little in a 2850m Laval Class E a fortnight ago. Shod for the first time at Vincennes but should not be ruled out
13. JASMIN DU NORD – In the frame in last 3, latterly 3rd in a 2750m Class E at La Capelle on 10 May. Has placed twice under these conditions and, entrusted to Eric Raffin this time, is unlikely to be far off the mark
14. JUPITER DU CORTA – 3rd to JAG ROYAL (1) in a Class E over track and trip early last month and will be more performant if he stays in stride this time. Chance
15. JUST BUILT – Would have finished close in a 2700m Class D at Le Croisé-Laroche on 22 May had he stayed in stride. Is nevertheless in better company on this occasion and chances limited
16. JOUR D’ERABLE – Won at Lisieux before faulting in a 2450m Caen Class D a month ago. Is clearly in form though, has never disappointed over course and distance, and with application will be dangerous
Summary: Revitalised since moving to Eric Bondo’s yard, JAG ROYAL (1) romped home over course and distance early last month and is eminently capable of repeating. Gabriele Gelormini will still be keeping a watchful eye on a barefoot JUPITER DU CORTA (14) who finished 3rd to him that day before confirming at Meslay-du-Maine, and JASMIN DU NORD (13) who is plainly close to his race. JOUR D’ERABLE (16) has won 2 of his last 4, including under these conditions, and will be competitive if David Thomain keeps him trotting.
| SELECTIONS |
| JAG ROYAL (1) – JUPITER DU CORTA (14) – JASMIN DU NORD (13) – JOUR D’ERABLE (16) |
| C4 – PRIX TITANIA – 2850m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 59,000 |
1. STARO MOJITO – Has not been seen out since coming 9th of 13 in a 2050m Agen Class E 3 months ago and has no realistic chance
2. GAYLORD AM – Won well at Cholet before coming 3rd of 16 in a 2825m Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche on 22 May. Good under these conditions earlier in the year and can again make first 5
3. HIDDEN TEXAS – Sanctioned early in a 2625m Class B at La Rochelle on 12 May. Picks up a cheque for the most part when he can stay in stride but other more attractive options are available
4. KING COLE (SWE) – Won a Class D over course and distance a fortnight ago. Simply thrives under these conditions and has a realistic chance of repeating
5. HAMILTON DU HAM – Sanctioned on return from his spell before coming 6th to KING SCHERMER (7) in a 2150m Enghien Class A on 25 May. Is plainly on the way up and finds a good opportunity to successfully kickstart the summer
6. FOGO PICO – Produced the goods for Mathieu Mottier mid-May in a 2100m Class D here. Eric Raffin reining this time and will be assured a competitive drive
7. KING SCHERMER – Fine servant that finished a fine 2nd of 16 in a 2150m Enghien Class A 2 weeks ago. Has references over track and trip and can again finish close
8. ZINKO TOP – 11th of 16 in a 2100m Class C here 3 weeks ago. Respectable at the start of the year but has since gone off the boil and must get his house in order
9. HELP ME WIN – Has bags of ability but dependability not her strong suit, latterly 8th of 16 in a 2100m Class C here 3 weeks ago. Has decent references over 2850m here though and will have his supporters
10. GINO VIVA – 4th over course and distance before finishing 10th of 14 under these conditions a month ago. Just front pads fitted this time and others easier to back
11. HOVE PONT VAUTIER – Tricky character that came in 12th of 16 in a Class C over 2700m here 2 weeks ago. Is undeniably better than that though and can get a look-in this time
12. ROCKY TILLY – Encouraged at Toulouse before faulting in a 2950m Vichy Class D mid-May, and looks out of his depth
13. BOLERO GAR – Completely out of the picture this year, latterly last of 14 in a 2150m Enghien Class B 2 weeks ago, and can be written off
14. HOBBES – Last of 14 on comeback in a 2700m Class C here a week ago. Front pads fitted again and others preferred
15. EREGON DE JUPILLES – Won at Hyères before coming 4th of 17 in a 3000m Class C at Salon-de-Provence a fortnight ago. Is in more exalted company this time but will be reined by Benjamin Rochard and should not be overlooked
16. HAVE SEVEN – Drops back in category after coming 8th of 16 in a Class C over 2700m here a fortnight ago. Ideally-positioned at the limit of earnings and can challenge for a place on the podium
Summary: One of the most consistent horses in his category, KING COLE (SWE) (4) won smartly under these conditions just 2 weeks ago and, if still capable of trotting 1’12’’1, he can make it 2 on the trot. That said, HAMILTON DU HAM (5) showed improvement at Enghien following his spell and, even though new to 2850m over the main track, still looks capable of turning the tables on the faithful KING SCHERMER (7) who had his measure that day. HAVE SEVEN (16) may have been struggling lately but he benefits from a good entry here and can start to get back in the game.
| SELECTIONS |
| KING COLE (SWE) (4) – HAMILTON DU HAM (5) – KING SCHERMER (7) – HAVE SEVEN (16) |
| C5 – PRIX DE GIEN – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Gr3 Race – Harness – EUR € 70,000 |
1. FUNKY ROC – Sanctioned early in the race of reference but nevertheless showed his form, and can get in on the action if he stays in stride
2. LISSANDRO – Came 2nd over course and distance before faulting in a Class C under similar conditions a fortnight ago. JMB out to set the record straight and should not be underestimated
3. FIDELIS DANCE – Defied his 80/1 to finish 5th to FRANK GIO (13) in a Class A over course and distance on 21 May. A repeat however seems improbable
4. L’AS DESBOIS – Made up for April sanction when 3rd to FRANK GIO (13) in a Class A over course and distance on 21 May and the new configuration will do his place prospects no harm
5. FERAHAN AS – Gives a good account for the most part at home in Italy but can expect to find the going tough on French debut
6. OMERTA BOKO – Quality element making French debut after faulting in a 2140m Solvalla Gr.1 12 days ago. Stays shod and others easier to back
7. LE CAP – Has merit but 7th of 8 finishers behind FRANK GIO (13) last month and, even reverting to a previous configuration, will again have his work cut out
8. LOBBING DE BLARY – Honest mare that came 4th in the race of reference. First time with hind pads fitted but still has more to find
9. LOOPING DAY – Good 2nd to FRANK GIO (13) in 21 May race of reference after having imposed at Vichy. Is plainly a colt for the future and will be in the thick of things at the business end of the race
10. LIGHT MY FIRE – Won a Class A over course and distance by a good margin on 30 April. Has freshness on his side and can make a big splash if Franck Nivard keeps him trotting
11. LOGAN JIEL – Has not been seen out since faulting in a Gr.1 over track and trip last February. Hind pads fitted for re-entry and but still no more than a minor place prospect
12. LEONARDO ROC – Useful colt making his first start since coming last of 5 in a 2175m Gr.3 here on 19 April. Has excellent course-and-distance credentials though and must not be underestimated
13. FRANK GIO – Has won 2 on the trot since the spell, most recently imposing with ease in a Class A over track and trip on 21 May and has every chance of pulling off the 3-timer
Summary: Sébastien Guarato could not have asked for a better entry for his classy Italian import FRANK GIO (13) who has won 2 in a row over course and distance and who justifiably bids for the hat-trick. LOOPING DAY (9) finished a length behind him in 2nd that day and, with Eric Raffin reining, should again figure prominently, but may first have to give way to the complicated but talented LIGHT MY FIRE (10) who has had time to recuperate from his late-April course-and-distance romp. Very hard to knock when applied, L’AS DESBOIS (4) finished 3rd in the race of reference and, with 4 pads fitted for the first time, will be no easy touch.
| SELECTIONS |
| FRANK GIO (13) – LIGHT MY FIRE (10) – LOOPING DAY (9) – L’AS DESBOIS (4) |
| C6 – PRIX D’ISTRES – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Gr3 Race – Harness – EUR € 70,000 |
1. LISBETH DRY – Sanctioned on French debut on 21 May in race of reference and appears to have her work cut out
2. FANNY BREED – Seldom out of the picture when applied. Debuts in France after faulting in Naples but has front pads fitted, with Franck Nivard reining, and will be afforded every chance
3. LARA DU GOUTIER – Has ability but below-par 7th to LONDON (10) in race of reference and will need to raise her game
4. LUMINOUS STAR – Dependable filly that trotted 3rd to LONDON (10) in a Class A over course and distance on 21 May, and with pads fitted this time can again trot her way onto the podium
5. LIPANGA DE GUEZ – A place behind LOVE LETTER (8) in Gr.2 Prix Masina before faulting early in Gr.2 Prix Ozo, and not a priority
6. LUMINOSITY – Did not live up to expectations when 5th in race of reference but Matthieu Abrivard stays faithful and will be out to put things right
7. LUSH LIFE – Quality filly but has yet to impress since securing her hat-trick. Sanctioned in Gr.2 Prix Ozo over 2175m here 10 days ago but will have her chances if David Thomain assures her initial strides
8. LOVE LETTER – Justifiably well-regarded sort that faulted in a 2175m Gr.2 here 10 days ago. Reverts to racing with just front pads and can set the record straight. Claim
9. LAYLA – Showed the limit of her capacity when last of 9 in 2175m Gr.2 Prix Ozo here 10 days ago and can be passed over
10. LONDON – Capricious but capable type that won a Class A over track and trip with consummate ease on 21 May and looks the main danger to LOVE LETTER (8)
11. LIZY JOSSELYN – Has evident merit but sanctioned in 3 of last 4, latterly 2175m Gr.2 Prix Ozo here 10 days ago, and has nothing to offer
12. LA FEE DU NOYER – Impressive 2nd to LONDON (10) in 21 May race of reference on first start following the break. Will have come on for the run and looks a major player
Summary: 4th in the Gr.2 Prix Masina over course and distance a month ago, LOVE LETTER (8) lost her action next time in Gr.2 Prix Ozo, but nevertheless showed her form and, with just front pads fitted this time, can bring home the bacon if Julien Dubois keeps her trotting. It will not be all plane sailing though if the complicated LONDON (10) replicates her recent performance under similar conditions. Respectively 2nd and 3rd that day, LA FEE DU NOYER (12) and a padded LUMINOUS STAR (4) will be competitive for a place in the frame.
| SELECTIONS |
| LOVE LETTER (8) – LONDON (10) – LA FEE DU NOYER (12) – LUMINOUS STAR (4) |
| C7 – PRIX TRACE TV (PRIX KAITAIN) – 2200m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Mounted – EUR € 59,000 |
1. GASPARD DES LOUPS – 12th of 14 on re-entry in a 2600m Nancy Class E a week ago. Barefoot this time but others still preferred
2. ITALIA SOLO – 3rd of 11, behind IDOLA PHEDO (3), 1n a 2450m Caen Class F 3 weeks ago. Gets on well with Estelle Croisic and can make first 5
3. IDOLA PHEDO – Got back in the game 3 weeks ago when 2nd of 11 in a 2450m Caen Class F. Raffin back in the irons and must be taken seriously
4. IKURO JIEL – Complicated type but regularly in the thick of things when focused, most recently 3rd to IMPERIAL COGLAIS (6) in a 2875m Meslay-du-Maine Class F mid-May, and should not be too far from the action
5. IVANA DE BERTRANGE – Consistently acquits herself competitively, latterly 4th in a 2800m Rambouillet Class F on 26 May, but has more to find this time around
6. IMPERIAL COGLAIS – Dependable trotter that returned to winning ways mid-May when securing a 2875m Meslay-du-Maine Class F with authority. Is proven under these conditions and should not be far from the action
7. IDEAL GREEN – Switches code after coming an unlucky 12th of 15 in a 2100m Vincennes harness Class C mid-May. 2nd at Caen last time under the saddle and it would be no surprise to see him impose here
8. GRINGO SAVA – Sanctioned, when still being conditioned, in a 2825m harness Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche on 22 May. Shoes on again and no danger
9. FASCINANT – Starts for the first time since trotting 8th of 12 in a 2700m Vincennes Class D on 18 February and appears to need another run
10. INBREED – Seldom gets his nose in front, most recently a well-beaten 4th of 9 in a 2950m Vichy Class F on 13 May, and can expect to have few friends
11. ISOCRATE D’ELA – Makes first appearance since trotting 3rd of 11 in a 2175m Class D here on 30 April. Clément Frecelle onboard this time and will be expected to play an active role at the finish
12. HARDI CROWN – Stormed up in a 2175m Class E here 3 weeks ago. Steps up in category but still looks a leading contender
Summary: IDEAL GREEN (7) may not have been seen under the saddle since 2022 but has shown potential and, partnered by François Lagadeuc on his return to the code, can get straight down to business. HARDI CROWN (12) was rewarded with a maiden monté victory over 2175m here and a similar performance could well see him double up. Improving all the while, ISOCRATE D’ELA (11) has taken well to his new vocation, comes here fresh, and will be competitive for a spot in the first 3. IDOLA PHEDO (3) may not be the most dependable horse here but she reassured at Caen when entrusted to Eric Raffin and is unlikely to let the side down.
| SELECTIONS |
| IDEAL GREEN (7) – HARDI CROWN (12) – ISOCRATE D’ELA (11) – IDOLA PHEDO (3) |
| C8 – PRIX BILLETS DISCOUNT (PRIX LYDIA) – 2850m (a2m) – Class C Race – Mounted – EUR € 46,000 |
1. LOVE ME JIVE – Sanctioned in both public appearances to date, latterly a 2200m Mamers Class G on 20 May, and will garner little to no support
2. LIBERTE D’EOLE – 8th of 14 in a 2200m Vichy harness Class F late last month. Has yet to show any aptitude for either code and is not about to buck the trend
3. LEONA DU GITE – Authoritative winner of a 2850m Laon Class F on 26 May. Makes Vincennes debut with morale intact and the inner track should suit her to a tee. Place prospect
4. LIONELLE DU SOLEIL – Opened her account at Laon in early-May before having 5th taken away from her after a decent effort behind LA LAGOSTERIA (5) 3 weeks later. Front pads fitted this time but others still preferred
5. LA LAGOSTERIA – Left a good impression when 2nd of 11 in a Class D over track and trip on 21 May. Shoes back on but still has the class to win a race of this nature
6. LUXELLA – Sanctioned, when favourite, in a 2325m Toulouse Class D a week ago. Mathieu Mottier takes over in the saddle and can give this a good go
7. LOVELY CHENEVIERE – Missed out by little in a 2450m Caen Class E 3 weeks ago and can play a leading role if Victor Saussaye manages to keep her trotting
8. LA HAGUE – Gave a fine account to come 2nd of 10 in a 2325m Toulouse Class D on monté debut last weekend, and if still on the boil, can fight out the finish
9. LOLA DU CLOS – 8th of 10 finishers in a 2700m harness Class C here a fortnight ago when preparing for this. Should appreciate the shorter trip and can put things right. Chance
Summary: Sanctioned on debut, LA LAGOSTERIA (5) showed a different side to herself late last month when close 2nd over 2175m on the main track. She will have come on for the run, should take well to the inner course and, even though shod, can still make this her own. Alexandre Abrivard will nevertheless be wary of LOLA DU CLOS (9) who should not be too hastily judged for last month’s performance here. LOVELY CHENEVIERE (7) has started to make good on her promise and can play another active role, as can LEONA DU GITE (3) who steps up in category after making short work of a Laon Class F.
| SELECTIONS |
| LA LAGOSTERIA (5) – LOLA DU CLOS (9) – LOVELY CHENEVIERE (7) – LEONA DU GITE (3) |
| R3 LISIEUX [R-H] |
| C1 – PRIX ASSOCIATION CASSANDRA – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Mounted – EUR € 23,000 |
1. IDOLE DAIRPET – Disqualified last time out in class D at Lisieux over 2725m on 26 May. Has major disqualification and is best watched
2. INNATENDU STARDUST – Hard to trust and was 7th last time out in class D at Goumay-en-Bray over 2550m on 19 May. Has disqualification issues and is best watched for now
3. INDIANA D’AMOUR – Disqualified last time out in class D at Vire over 2850m on 8 May in a Mounted contest. Capable of doing better but others are preferred
4. JUMBO DE LUNESE – Ran well when third last time out in class D at Lisieux over 2725m on 13 May. Has shown progress of late and is not out of it
5. JACKPOT DE CHENU – Not disgraced last time out when 5th in class D at Cholet over 2800m on 29 April in a Mounted contest. Has shown progress and can make the frame
6. JOSELITO PHIL – Finished 8th last time out in class D at Ranes over 3150m on 28 April. On a long losing streak and needs to do more to win this race
7. ISAAC DE CONDE – Disappointed last run when 9th in class D at Bihorel-les-Rouen over 2500m on 17 March. Remains barefoot but is on a long losing streak and others are preferred
8. JACK DE MUZE – Won well last time out in class G at Rambouiliet over 2800m on 26 May. Remains barefoot and can contest the finish
9. INVICTUS PEJI – Finished 8th last time out in class D at Vire over 2825m on 25 May. Inconsistent of late and others are preferred
10. IDAHO PHIL – Well beaten last time out when 14th in class D at Fougeres over 3200m on 28 April when barefoot. Not unshod this time and others are preferred
11. IDOLE D’AUNOU – Finished third last time out in class D at Tours over 2800m on 12 May when barefoot. Not unshod this time and others are preferred
12. IRON MAN D’AVRIL – Finished 6th last time out in class D at Cholet over 2800m on 29 April. Needs to do a bit more to win this race
13. JABLO DU CHENE – Not disgraced when third last time out in class D at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 30 May. Won well in April and remains barefoot. Deserves respect
14. JAZZY FLIGNY – 7th last time out in class G at Nantes over 3000m on 3 June . Unreliable as of late and is best watched for now
15. JACADY SLY – Ran well when fourth last time out in class D at Cholet over 2800m on 14 May when barefoot. Won well in April and is not out of it
16. JAD DE CALIX – Disqualified last time out in class D at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 30 May. Wasn’t disgraced at 4th previous attempt and can bounce back. Place chance
17. JAVA DE CORDAY – Ran well last time out when third in class D at Toulouse over 2950m on 12 April in a Mounted race. Remains barefoot and can score
18. JOJO DE L’AUNAY – Showed improvement when third last time out in class G at Graignes over 2700m on 3 May in a Mounted race. Won well in January but others are preferred this time
Summary: JAVA DE CORDAY (17) is unreliable and she was not disgraced when third last time out. She could be the right one in an open race. JABLO DU CHENE (13) is in good form and should be right there at the finish once again. JACK DE MUZE (8) won well last time out but this looks a tougher race. JUMBO DE LUNESE (4) has shown improvement of late and could contest the finish.
| SELECTIONS |
| JAVA DE CORDAY (17) – JABLO DU CHENE (13) – JACK DE MUZE (8) – JUMBO DE LUNESE (4) |
| C2 – PRIX CASREC TROT GALOP – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 26,000 |
1. LORD LIGNERIES – Disqualified last time out in class D at Vire over 2825m on 25 May. Has major disqualification issues and is best watched for now
2. L’AS DE COEUR – Disqualified last time out in class D at Vichy over 2200m on 12 May. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
3. LADY AURELIA – Finished 8th last time out in class D at Saint-Malo over 2950m on 19 May. Has won once in the previous four attempts. Others are preferred
4. LAUREN DE BEYLEV – Has been good so far and was third last time out in class D at Lisieux over 2675m on 13 May. Has won once and placed twice in the previous three attempts. Respect
5. LOTTA LOVE – Not disgraced when fourth last time out in class D at Nancy over 2600m on 31 May. Yet to win and others are preferred
6. LANCELOT VENESI – Was a runner-up last time out in class G at Chartres over 2800m on 8 May. Placed well in both previous attempts. Place chance
7. LEXINGTON DANICA – Victorious last time out in Class D at Amiens over 2400m on 27 May. Capable of completing a hat-trick
8. LABORANTIN – Not disgraced when runner up last time out in class G at Le Croisé-Laroche 2700m on 22 May. Yet to win but could play a minor role
9. LAVASINA – Not disgraced last time out when 6th in class G at Vincennes over 2700m on 7 May. Ran well in the previous attempt and can contest the finish if smart
10. LITTLE LOVE – Won well last time out in class D at Argentan over 2800m on 15 April. Should fight out the finish
11. LADY DE GREZ – Won well last time out in class D at Caen over 2450m on 18 May. Placed once and won once in the previous two attempts. Respect
12. LUCKY CASTELETS – Not disgraced last time out when 4th in class G at Marseille-Borély over 2300m on 6 May. Won well in previous race over 2500m and can repeat if smart
Summary: LUCKY CASTELETS (12) has potential and was not disgraced when fourth last time out. LEXINGTON DANICA (7) has won his last two starts and would not be a surprise winner. LAUREN DE BEYLEV (4) has been good and consistent so far so should be involved with the finish once again. LITTLE LOVE (10) has also not done much wrong so far and deserves respect.
| SELECTIONS |
| LUCKY CASTELETS (12) – LEXINGTON DANICA (7) – LAUREN DE BEYLEV (4) – LITTLE LOVE (10) |
| C3 – PRIX NISSAN LISIEUX – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 23,000 |
1. JINA FAST – Finished a runner-up last time out in class D at Caen over 2200m on 18 May when barefoot. Place chance
2. JESSY D’ARCY – Did not run badly when 5th last time out in class D at Strasbourg over 2800m on 16 May. Inconsistent of late and more is needed to win this race
3. JOCONDE DE CONDE – Disqualified last time out in class D at Caen over 2200m on 18 May. Has major disqualification issues and others are preferred
4. JAFLOSA AR CARAC – Showed improvement when third last time out in class D at Châteaubriant over 2400m on 19 May. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
5. JORDANIE GLAM – Needs to do more and was 10th last time out in class D at Vire over 2825m on 31 March. Unreliable as of late and is best watched for now
6. JACINTHE DES BOIS – Not disgraced when fourth last time out in class D at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 26 May. Has disqualification issues but could earn some minor money
7. JASKA DES LANDES – Finished 8th last time out in class D at Bernay over 2800m on 12 May. Has disqualification issues and others are preferred
8. JADE DE COQUERIE – Showed improvement when fourth last time in class D at Pontivy over 2700m on 1 May when barefoot. Not unshod this time and is best watched this time
9. JAVA MIP – Finished 8th last time out in class D at Vichy over 2950m on 1 June. Barefoot and can contest the finish if smart
10. JENY DES MALBERAUX – Showed improvement when 8th last time out in class G at Vincennes over 2700m on 28 May. Returns barefoot but has major disqualification issues and others are preferred
11. JOUVENCE D’AVRIL – Disqualified last time out in class G at Vincennes over 2700m on 28 May when barefoot. Not unshod this time but can make the frame
12. JASMINE DE GREZ – Disqualified last time out in class D at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 30 May in a Mounted contest. Barefoot and can bounce back to score
13. JICKY GIRL – Not disgraced when third last time out in class D at Amiens over 2400m on 27 May. Returns barefoot this time and can contest the win
14. JOSY DES LANDES – Runner-up last time out in class D at Argentan over 2875m on 26 May. Won well in the previous attempt and can contest the finish
15. JAZZIE DE BERLES – Not disgraced when 5th last time out in class G at Vincennes over 2850m on 21 May when barefoot. Not unshod this time and needs to do more to win this race
16. JUVAMINE RENARDIER – Finished 9th last time out in class D at Caen over 2450m on 5 May. Remains barefoot but is on a long losing streak and others preferred this time
17. JULIA D’AMOUR – Ran well when 3rd last time out in class G at Vincennes over 2100m on 15 May. Remains barefoot and can contest the finish again
18. JYLVIE DE GUEUDE – Finished 7th last time out in class D at Amiens over 2400m on 27 May. Remains barefoot but others are preferred this time
Summary: A very competitive-looking race. JULIA D’AMOUR (17) ran well last time out and gets a narrow vote to score this time. JICKY GIRL (13) is barefoot and capable of being a lively danger if in the mood. JASMINE DE GREZ (12) is barefoot so the last start disqualification can be ignored. JOUVENCE D’AVRIL (11) is not barefoot this time but can contest the finish if smart.
| SELECTIONS |
| JULIA D’AMOUR (17) – JICKY GIRL (13) – JASMINE DE GREZ (12) – JOUVENCE D’AVRIL (11) |
| C4 – PRIX DU RESTAURANT TRAITEUR LE 110 – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 23,000 |
1. JET SIXTY ONE – Hard to trust and was 11th last time out in Class F at Vichy over 2950m on 1 June. Others are much preferred
2. JEDELWEIS D’URFIST – Returned to his best when picking up a claimer at Questembert over 3125m on 26 May. Tough task in this line-up
3. JEUNE PRODIGE – Moderate form this year and was 7th last time out in Class H at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2600m on 8 May. Needs to do a bit more to win this race
4. JUPITER THORA – Disqualified in his last two starts, with the latest being at Arras on 20 May. Hard to trust and others are preferred
5. JUSTE DE MELLERAY – Fluffed his lines with a disqualification last time out in Class F at Argentan on 26 May. Capable of better and could play a minor role
6. JACADI D’EVA – Disqualified in all four starts this year, with the latest being at Châteaubriant over 2400m on 19 May. Best watched for now
7. JAM DES LANDES – Struggling of late and was well beaten last time out in a Class F Mounted race at Rambouillet over 2800m on 26 May. Others are preferred
8. JAGUAR DU DOLLAR – Unbeaten in two starts this year with the latest being in Class E at Argentan over 2875m on 18 February. Can complete the hat-trick
9. JEANNOT BUISSONAY – Disappointing last run when 11th in Class E at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 26 May. Capable of better and could earn some money
10. JEWEL D’AUCHY – Best in Claimers and was 7th last time out in Class E at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 26 May. More is needed to win
11. JALICO DU FRUITIER – Battling to regain winning form and was 6th last time out in Class E at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 26 May. Needs to do a bit more to win this race
12. JAG DE ROZEVIC – Disappointing form of late and was disqualified last time out at this course on 13 May. Best watched for now
13. JOULYO VITA – Showed some improvement when barefoot and fourth last time out in Class E at Saint Malo over 2950m on 19 May. Not unshod this time and others are preferred
14. JAGUAR FLORAL – Disappointing last run when 11th in Class E at Argentan over 2875m on 26 May. Won two in a row before that and can bounce back to score
15. JACADI D’ARGILIN – Struggling of late and was 11th last time out in Class E at Laval over 2850m on 23 May. Others are preferred
16. JAPPELOU – In good form and was victorious last time out in Class E at this course over 2675m on 13 May. Keeps that shoe arrangement and should be a threat
17. JOHNY DU VIVIER – A winner of his last seven starts including both starts this year, with his latest being in Class D at Toulouse over 2325m on 20 January. Returns from a break but can score again
Summary: JOHNY DU VIVIER (17) returns from a break but has won seven in a row and can stretch that winning run to 8. JAPPELOU (16) keeps the same shoe arrangement that saw a victory last time out and deserves some respect. JAGUAR DU DOLLAR (8) is hat-trick-seeking and will not go down without a fight. JAGUAR FLORAL (14) is better than the last run would suggest and has to be considered a possible winner.
| SELECTIONS |
| JOHNY DU VIVIER (17) – JAPPELOU (16) – JAGUAR DU DOLLAR (8) – JAGUAR FLORAL (14) |
| C5 – PRIX LE GENTLEMAN – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class F Amateur Riders Race – Mounted – EUR € 24,000 |
1. HECTOR DES CAMBRES – Showed some improvement when 6th last time out in a Class F harness race at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 26 May when barefoot. Not unshod this time and others are preferred
2. GREAT GANGSTER – On a very long losing run but was third last time out in Class F at Villedieu-les-Poëles over 2800m on 20 May. Might play a minor role
3. FIRST DE PAQUES – Disappointing form of late and was 6th last time out in a Class H Mounted race at Gournay-en-Bray over 2550m on 26 May. Others are preferred
4. HORACE – Has struggled this year and was tenth last time out in Class F at Argentan over 2875m on 26 May. Needs major improvement to win
5. HARIBO DU SURF – Heavily raced this year and was 8th last time out in a Class E Mounted race at Cabourg over 2750m on 1 June. Needs to do more to win this race
6. FARAON D’EP – Battling to regain winning form and was 8th last time out in a claimer at Villedieu-les-Poëles over 2800m on 20 May. Others are preferred
7. DUCASTEL – Did not run badly when returning from a lengthy break and finishing fourth in Class F at Vitre over 3225m on 5 May. Could need this run
8. FEEL COOL D’EB – Has struggled this year and was 7th last time out in Class F Mounted race at Monflanquin over 2500m on 12 May. Others are much preferred
9. ENRIQUE – In good form of late and was a barefoot winner last time out in a Class E Mounted race at Vichy over 2200m on 21 May. Can follow up
10. FARCEUR DE CONDE – On a long losing run and was 5th last time out in a Class E Mounted race at Caen over 2450m on 29 May. Capable of making the frame
11. HOLIDAY WELL – Has disqualification issues but was runner-up last time out in a Class F Mounted race at Caen over 2450m on 29 May. Can go one better if smart
12. HILTON MAZA – Struggling to regain winning form and was 7th last time out in a Class D Mounted race at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 3 May. Could play a minor role
13. HELLO JADE RUSH – Disappointing last run when 6th in a Class F Mounted race at Saint-Malo over 2950m on 19 May. In good form before that and is not out of it
14. FALKIR BUIZARDERIE – Disappointing of late and was 7th last time out in a Class F Mounted race at Vichy over 2950m on 13 May. Capable of better and can contest the finish
Summary: HOLIDAY WELL (11) is not easy to trust but has also been in good form this year and could bounce back to score. ENRIQUE (9) has improved in this discipline and can fight out the finish once again. FALKIR BUIZARDERIE (14) has been disappointing of late but can be a threat. HELLO JADE RUSH (13) was in good form before the disappointing last run and can contest the finish.
| SELECTIONS |
| HOLIDAY WELL (11) – ENRIQUE (9) – FALKIR BUIZARDERIE (14) – HELLO JADE RUSH (13) |
| C6 – PRIX YEARLY-LA MAISON.FR – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 23,000 |
1. KAMA D’EM – Unreliable but did win last time out in Class E at Caen over 2450m on 22 April. Keeps that shoe arrangement and is not out of it
2. KIFILE DANICA – Showed improvement when 6th last time out in a Class F Mounted race at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2625m on 12 May. More is needed to win
3. KOURGA DE LOU – Has some disqualification issues but was a good winner last time out in Class E at Châteaubriant over 2300m on 26 26 May. Can follow up
4. KITA JADOR – Unreliable and was 7th last time out in Class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 28 May. Needs to do more to win this race
5. KISS ME BEJI – Bounced back to her best with a Class E win at Caen over 2450m on 18 May when barefoot, Not unshod this time but has a place chance
6. KISS QUICK – Has lost her way of late and was disqualified last time out at Hyeres on 1 May. Others are preferred
7. KINJAL DE BELLANDE – Finished 5th last time out in Class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 2 October. Likely to need this run returning from a break
8. KEYPTOWN – Battling to find winning form and was disqualified last time out at Vincennes on 28 May. Others are preferred
9. KELOWA STARDUST – Unreliable but she did show her best when winning last time out in Class F at Nancy over 2600m on 31 May. Can play a minor role
10. KARAIELLA BOND – In good form and was third last time out in Class E at Laval over 2850m on 23 May. Capable of making the frame
11. KISS CARISAIE – Disappointing form of late and was 8th last time out in Class D at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 30 May. Capable of better and can contest the finish
12. KENZA SUPREME – Unreliable and was 9th last time out in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 15 May. Has won twice with the shoe combination and can bounce back to score
13. KERIDA BEST – Unreliable but was disqualified last time out at Meslay-du-Maine on 30 May. Capable of winning when in the mood
14. KATSOUKA – Proved in need of both starts this year and was 11th last time out in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 23 April. Barefoot this time and is capable of winning
15. KALINA STAR – Has struggled this year and was 8th last time out in Class C at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 25 May. Others are much preferred
Summary: KOURGA DE LOU (3) is not easy to trust but was a good winner last time out and gets the vote to score again. KISS CARISAIE (11) has not shone of late and is capable of winning. KENZA SUPREME (12) has won a couple of races with this shoe arrangement and deserves respect. KATSOUKA (14) is barefoot so capable of vast improvement and is not out of it.
| SELECTIONS |
| KOURGA DE LOU (3) – KISS CARISAIE (11) – KENZA SUPREME (12) – KATSOUKA (14) |
| C7 – PRIX AEROPORT DEAUVILLE NORMANDIE – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 23,000 |
1. KARAMEL TENDRE – Yet to win after 15 attempts and was 8th last time out in Class E at Argentan over 2875m on 26 May. Others are much preferred
2. KAZAN BEACH – Disqualified twice in last three starts, including last time out at Laval on 23 May. Best watched for now
3. KALYPSO DE THIERRE – Showed some small improvement when 5th last time out in Class E at Tours over 2800m on 5 December. Won his first three starts and is not out of it
4. KERU DE LOU – Not disgraced when third last time out in Class E at Caen over 2450m on 5 May. Capable of making the frame
5. KING DE JADE – Better in Mounted races and was disqualified last time out at Vincennes on 19 February, Others are preferred
6. KESSERO – Disappointing last run when 7th in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 17 May. Capable of better and has a place chance
7. KING IMPERIAL – Has struggled this year and was barefoot and 6th last time out in Class E at Vichy over 2150m on 21 May. Needs to do more to win this race
8. KAID DUCAL – Disappointing form this year and was 8th last time out in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 20 February. Needs major improvement to win
9. KAISER LATAL – Has lost his way this year and was disqualified last time out at Vincennes over 2700m on 17 May. Others are preferred
10. KRISTAL CASH – Holding form well and was runner-up last time out in Class E at this course over a similar distance on 13 May. Not out of it
11. KORINTO BELLO – Disappointing last run when 5th in Class D at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 30 May. Won two in a row before that and should be a big threat
12. KEL DIABLO ERGEE – Has already won twice this year but was 5th last time out in Class E at Caen over 2450m on 5 May. Can contest the finish
13. KOUROU LATIN – In good form of late and was fourth last time out in Class D at Vincennes 2700m on 17 May. Clearly not out of it
14. KING BABEL – Unreliable and was third last time out at Lyon-Parrilly over 2850m on 27 May 2023. Likely to need this run returning from a break
15. KILIM QUICK – Disappointing last run when 6th in Class D at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 30 May. Threatened to win a race before that and should fight out the finish
Summary: KILIM QUICK (15) ran better than the sixth-place finish suggests last time out and should do a lot better this time. KORINTO BELLO (11) was just ahead of rival KILIM QUICK (15) that day so can fight out the finish. KEL DIABLO ERGEE (12) won two nice races before disappointing last time out. KEL DIABLO ERGEE (12) has also won twice this year and is not out of it.
| SELECTIONS |
| KILIM QUICK (15) – KORINTO BELLO (11) – KRISTAL CASH (10) – KEL DIABLO ERGEE (12) |
| C8 – PRIX LARCHER – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 24,000 |
1. HAMOUR TEJY – Showed improvement when 5th last time out in class D at Reims over 2500m on 20 May. Remains barefoot but others are preferred for this occasion
2. HARMONIA BELLA – Finished 12th last time out in class G at Le-Croise-Laroche over 2825m on 22 May. Won well in the previous attempt and can repeat if in the mood
3. HIROISE DU PARJAT – Finished 9th last time out in class D at Lisieux over 2725m on 26 May. Has disqualification issues and others are preferred
4. HEROS NUEVO – Disqualified last time out in class G at Rambouillet over 2800 on 26 May. Remains barefoot but others are preferred
5. HORS SAISON – Showed improvement when third last time out in class G at Neuille-Pont-Pierre over 3000m on 26 May. Has room to improve but is best watched for now
6. HARMATTAN DU RIB – Disappointing last run when 10th in class D at Lisieux over 2675m on 13 May. Unreliable as of late and others are much preferred
7. HUMEUR LA RAVELLE – Disappointed last run when 10th in class D at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 26 May. Inconsistent as of late and others are preferred
8. HELIOS D’ANCLEMAX – Won well last time out in class D at Reims over 2500m on 20 May. Won four and placed once in the previous five attempts. Has a winning chance
9. HOPE DU LOUVAIN – Finished 7th last time out in class D at Lisieux over 2675m on 13 May. Remains barefoot and is capable of making the frame
10. HUMOUR D’HAUFOR – Not disgraced when fourth last time out in class D at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 26 May. Remains barefoot and can bounce back to win
11. HALL BLACK MESS – Disappointing last run when 7th in class D at Ecommoy over 2750m on 18 May. Consistent before that and is not out of it
12. HORIZON D’AMARO – Finished 7th last time out in class D at Ranes over 3125m on 20 May. Barefoot this time and can show improvement. Place chance
13. HUMOUR FESTIF – Disqualified last time out in class D at Loudeac over 2850m on 11 May. Remains barefoot but others are preferred
14. HARTFORD – Won well last time out in class D at Gourney-En-Bray over 2575m on 27 April. Has won three times in the previous four attempts and is not out of it
15. HAMPTON DU VIVIER – Victorious last time out in Class D at Caen over 2200m on 29 May. Remains barefoot and can double up
Summary: HAMPTON DU VIVIER (15) won well last time out and has every chance of doubling up and taking out this lucky last race. HELIOS D’ANCLEMAX (8) continues to impress and won again last time out so will make a big fight of it. HUMOUR D’HAUFOR (10) was not disgraced last time out and can contest the finish again. HOPE DU LOUVAIN (9) seems better than the last run would suggest and could make the frame.
| SELECTIONS |
| HAMPTON DU VIVIER (15) – HELIOS D’ANCLEMAX (8) – HUMOUR D’HAUFOR (10) – HOPE DU LOUVAIN (9) |
| R4 COMPIEGNE [L-H] |
| C1 – PRIX DE CLERMONT DE L’OISE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Claiming – Flat – EUR € 19,000 |
1. REVAMP – 3rd last time, won before that over 1800m at Athens (Greece) on December 27th. Has work to do
2. ORION ROCK – 4th two runs back in a Class 2 race over 3100m at Nantes on April 6th. One to kep safe
3. PALUS ARGENTEUS – 3rd two runs ago in a Listed race at Saint-Cloud over 3000m on April 1st. Won before that in a Class 4 race in March. Should be too smart for his rivals
4. NASOMO – 2nd last time in a claimer at Compiegne over 1800m on May 24th. Place contender
5. YOU JUST ROCK – Four unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 2400m at Bratislava (SVK) on July 16th, 2023. Can make the frame
6. MAT LA FRISTOUILLE – 2nd two runs ago at Angers on October 27th over 2100m in a Class 3 handicap. Might need this outing for fitness
7. ALGECIRAS – 5th last time over 2000m at Divonne in a Class 4 race on May 24th. One to overlook
8. KATUNE – Two unplaced runs over hurdles of late, 4th before on the flat before that over 2500m at Nancy on September 17th. Looks vulnerable
Summary: Highly tried in a Group 3 race last time PALUS ARGENTEUS (3) should be too good for his rivals. He was third in a Listed race two runs back at Saint-Cloud. ORION ROCK (2) is rated lower than the selection and races of level weights. He looks the main threat having won a Class 2 handicap last November at Toulouse. NASOMO (4) and YOU JUST ROCK (5) can fight it out for minor honours.
| SELECTIONS |
| PALUS ARGENTEUS (3) – ORION ROCK (2) – NASOMO (4) – YOU JUST ROCK (5) |
| C2 – PRIX DE CAISNES (CHMPT PARIS TURF DES APPRENTIS & JEUNES JOCKEYS) – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,000 |
1. FERNANDO – Won two starts ago over 1400m in a Class 3 handicap at this track. One to pay attention too
2. LA GALOPINE – 4th last time over 1400m at Strasbourg in a Class 4 race on May 29th. Has work to do
3. RISING BLAST – 5th last time over 1800m at Evreux in a Class 4 race on May 20th. Ought to be thereabouts
4. VILLEMACHO – 6th last time over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 4 race on May 25th. makes limited appeal
5. RIYAK – Has five unplaced runs since a win over 1800m in a Class 3 handicap on October 11th. Opposable
6. MR GOODNIGHT – Won three runs back at Machecoul in a Class 4 race over 1650m on April 1st. Can not be discounted
7. EL MEASTRO – Three unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 1500m in a Class 3 race on February 19th. Drop in class and can have a say
8. KOOL FIRST – Two unplaced runs of late, won before that over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 3 handicap. Needs a few to falter
9. SUNSHINEFLED – Three unplaced run recently, 2nd before that over 1400m at this track in a Class 3 race on October 13th. Others rate higher
Summary: EL MEASTRO (7) could be the answer to this modest contest. He has slid in the ratings but has put in some credible efforts of late without success in much better races. RISING BLAST (3) was thought good enough to contest Listed races last March. He is another who had dropped in the ratings, if coming back to his best form he looks like a live danger. Won three runs ago and warrants respect. FERNANDO (1) heads the remainder.
| SELECTIONS |
| EL MEASTRO (7) – RISING BLAST (3) – MR GOODNIGHT (6) – FERNANDO (1) |
| C3 – PRIX D’AIGUISY – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 19,000 |
1. VICE CAPTAIN – 3rd at Compiegne over 1400m in a claimer last time on May 24th. Place contender
2. SESTO ELEMENTO – Won last time over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on his second run in a claimer on May 14th. One to consider
3. SOUTHERN METEOR – 3rd last time in a maiden at Deauville over 1300m on February 2nd. Down in class and has more to come
4. HAUTE GAMME – 4th last time over 1300m in a Class 3 race on May 10th at Saint-Cloud. Others seem better equipped
5. BAHIA BLANCA – Four unplaced runs of late, 4th before that over 1400m in a Class 2 race on October 21st. Down in grade and has place claims
6. LE JUSTICIER – 3rd last time at Saint-Cloud over 1600m in a claimer on May 14th. One to consider each-way
7. HONKY TONK WOMAN – 4th last time over 1400m at this track in a claimer on May 24th. Can not be ruled out in this type of race
8. BATESCA – Unplaced last time, won before that over 1300m at Saint-Cloud in a claimer on May 6th. Can be competitive
9. WIKENDA – Won last time in a claimer at this track on May 24th over 1400m. Can not be discounted
10. TIGER KING – Three unplaced runs of late, 4th before that over 1400m at Dundalk(IRL) on the PSF on November 15th. Hardly inspiring
11. MALTOCK D’ORGERES – 2nd two runs ago over 1900m in a claimer at Deauville on January 5th. Makes limited appeal
12. FALABELLA – 6th on the sole run so far in a claimer on May 12th over 2400m. One to watch for now
13. PICANES – Three unplaced runs this year, the latest over 1600m in a Class 3 race on May 23rd. Looks vulnerable
14. BLUE RIBBON – Two unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 1200m at Fontainebleau on September 14th in a handicap. Ought to be in the shake-up
Summary: BATESCA (8) gets the marginal vote having won a claimer two runs ago at Saint-Cloud in early May. She could have the most to fear from SOUTHERN METEOR (3) who drops into a claimer after only two runs. His latest effort was a credible run in a maiden at Deauville and he has more to come. SESTO ELEMENTO (2) has shaped well in both runs in claimers, he scored last time at Saint-Cloud in mid-May and can not be overlooked. VICE CAPTAIN (1) makes up the shortlist.
| SELECTIONS |
| BATESCA (8) – SOUTHERN METEOR (3) – SESTO ELEMENTO (2) – VICE CAPTAIN (1) |
| C4 – PRIX DE TRACY-LE-MONT – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000 |
1. MONTY – 6th last time in a Listed race at Deauville on November 28th over 1900m. One to keep safe
2. MONT DE SOLEIL – Two wins from only two starts, with the latest at Lyon Parilly in a Class 2 race on April 20th. Looks useful and can win again
3. MANIATIC – Nice 2nd in a Group 2 race at Saint-Cloud last time over 2000m on July 8th last year. Should be fit enough to be involved
4. PRINCIPE – 5th last time over 1800m in a Class 2 race on May 17th at Chantilly. Makes limited appeal
5. CASSIUS – 3rd two runs ago in a Class 2 race at Chantilly over 1900m on March 18th. Among the leading chances
6. AIGLE VAILLANT – 3rd last time at Chantilly in a Class 2 race on May 17th over 1800m. Looks vulnerable
7. LORD ACHILLES – 4th last time over 2000m in a Listed race at Toulouse on April 21st. Others rate higher
8. GOOD GIFT – 4th last time at Angers over 3000m in a Class 2 race on May 21st. Hard to recommend
Summary: MONT DE SOLEIL (2) won nicely in a Class 2 race last time and can remain unbeaten in the Class 2 race. MANIATIC (3) will make life as difficult as possible for the selection and should be fit enough after a long absence. CASSIUS (5) is also one to be considered having run some decent races of late which include a nice third in a Class 2 race two runs ago at Chantilly. MONTY (1) is also worth a mention.
| SELECTIONS |
| MONT DE SOLEIL (2) – MANIATIC (3) – CASSIUS (5) – MONTY (1) |
| C5 – PRIX DE LA FORET DE LAIGUE – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 21,000 |
1. NOUSDEUX – Won last time at Dieppe over 1800m in a claimer on May 29th. In good shape and will not lack fitness
2. ELEGANT FRIEND – 4th last time, won before that over 1700m in a Class 3 race on April 28th. Ought to be in the shake-up
3. FRIENDS DREAM – Three unplaced runs so far, the latter over 24500m in a maiden on May 20th. Handicap debut and can make the frame
4. COSTARMORICAIN – Two unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 1800m in a claimer on September 5th. Looks vulnerable
5. VAL DE SEINE – Has five unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 1900m in a claimer on October 31st. Opposable
6. ROYAL SOPRANO –
7. LORD MIESQUE – 4th last time, won before that over 2900m in a Class 3 race was on May 4th. Needs to be considered
8. SUMMER FLIRT – Has shown little in five runs so far, the latter over 2100m in a claimer on February 16th. Unlikely winner
9. PRINCE SHALAA – Won last time at Wissembourg over 2150m on May 20th in a Class 3 race. Can be competitive
10. LAMAJESTIK – Six unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that on October 11th over 1800m in a claimer. Makes little appeal
11. ENORA SENORA – Pleasing 3rd last time over 2000m in a handicap at Saint-Cloud on May 10th. Lightly raced and has more to come
12. ISLA COLUMBRETES – 6th last time over 1600m on May 11th in a maiden. Handicap debut and might find it hard to feature
13. JIJI MY LOVE – Four unplaced runs, the latter over 2000m on May 10th in a handicap. Hard to recommend
14. ANDIN – 3rd last time was on May 24th at Divonne in a claimer. Handicap bow and can make the frame
15. ASKAYA – 3rd last time over 1700m on May 1st in a Class 3 race. Needs more in what looks a better race
16. KALI JEM – 3rd last time over 2200m on May 20th in a Class 3 race. That was the best run of her six starts but others rate higher
Summary: ENORA SENORA (11) ran a pleasing race last time when third at Saint-Cloud over 2000m in early May at Saint-Cloud. She can improve and score here. Her main threat could be PRINCE SHALAA (9) who will be in a good frame of mind after winning at Wissembourg last time having been fifth in the Saint-Cloud race behind the selection on his penultimate race. NOUSDEUX (1) is also one to consider and ought to make the top four. FRIENDS DREAM (3) has had three and may be dangerous on handicap debut.
| SELECTIONS |
| ENORA SENORA (11) – PRINCE SHALAA (9) – NOUSDEUX (1) – FRIENDS DREAM (3) |
| C6 – PRIX DES FUTAIES – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 25,000 |
1. DSCHINGIS HORUS – Won last time at Nancy over 2500m in a Class 3 race on May 5th. Handicap debut and not be ruled out
2. CYNIC – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 2100m on April 14th in a handicap. Others more likely
3. GRAND LILI – Pleasing 2nd last time over 1800m in a Class 3 race on March 25th. Needs to be considered
4. PURE LOVE – 4th last time over 1700m in a maiden at Granville on May 19th. Looks vulnerable
5. SILLABUB – Decent 3rd last time over 2000m on May 23rd. Honest filly who can not overlooked
6. WARMY SUN – 5th last time over 1800m in a claimer on May 22nd at Evreux. Ought to be thereabouts
7. LA STRANEZZA – Three unplaced starts of late, 4th before that at Deauville over 1900m in a handicap on October 18th. Hard to fancy
8. SHARDANA – 2nd two starts ago in a maiden over 2700m on May 5th. Handicap debut and others seem better equipped
9. BE A LORD – Nice 2nd at Saint-Cloud over 2000m in handicap last time on May 10th. Leading chance
10. IRTYCH – Fair 4th last time at Chantilly over 2000m in a handicap on April 29th. Can make the frame at nice odds
11. AFRIQUE ADIEU – Won last time at Vichy over 1850m on May 15th in a Class 3 event. One to pay attention to
12. DA VINCI – 4th last time in a claimer over 1600m on May 14th. Handicap debut and has work to do
13. SAHIRAH – 7th last time over 2300m at Angers on May 4th in a maiden. Makes her handicap debut and has outside place claims
14. BRAMANS – 2nd two starts ago at Angers over 200m on May 4th in a handicap. Among the leading chances
15. QUEEN OF KAHRAMAN – Unplaced on her last two starts, 4th before that over 2400m on March 26th. Makes limited appeal
16. FEE DU VIVIEN – 4th last time in a handicap over 1800m on May 19th. Second try in a handicap and has place claims
17. LADY OF NABEUL – 3rd two starts ago at this track over 2000m in a Class 3 race on March 10th. Opposable
Summary: BE A LORD (9) was a pleasing second when last seen at Saint-Cloud on May 10th and can be competitive in this handicap. His chief threat could be SILLABUB (5) is an honest performer and can not be left out, she can make her rivals work hard. BRAMANS (14) looks like a good option for the each-way backers to latch on to. DSCHINGIS HORUS (1) won on the most recent outing and despite being allocated top-weight he can make an impact.
| SELECTIONS |
| BE A LORD (9) – SILLABUB (5) – BRAMANS (14) – DSCHINGIS HORUS (1) |
| C7 – PRIX DU PALAIS IMPERIAL – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000 |
1. HEATHERWOOD – Won two runs ago over 1600m in a Class 4 handicap on May 9th. Can not be ruled out
2. MAKENO – Fair 2nd at Nancy over 2000m in a Class 4 handicap last time on May 22nd. One to look at each-way
3. PEARL HARBOUR – 3rd two runs ago in a Class 3 handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on May 1st. Others preferred
4. JOAO – 4th last time over 1800m in a Class 4 race on May 19th. Makes limited appeal
5. CASLANA – 4th two runs ago over 1800m in a Class 3 handicap on May 3rd at Fontainebleau. Place chance
6. JOYCE GALESTE – Fair 3rd at this track in a Class 3 handicap on May 24th when last seen. Among the leading place chances
7. THINDY – Won his last two races, the latter a Class 4 handicap on May 19th over 2500m. Might be in the handicappers grip
8. PLENTY CITY – Has shown very little form of late, unplaced in a Class 3 when last seen on May 12th over 1400m. Hard to fancy
9. PENNY DE CERISY – 5th last time over 1600m in a Class 3 handicap at Chantilly on May 17th. Outside place chance
10. ALBERT BRIDGE – Has three unplaced runs of late, 4th before that at Chantilly on December 30th over 1900m. Opposable
11. BAILEYS DIABLE – Has lots of unplaced runs of late, the latter over 1800m in a Class 3 handicap on May 3rd. Unlikely
12. MIAMI BEET – 3rd last time over 1600m at Vichy on May 15th in a Class 4 handicap. Ought to have a say
13. ZOUBAREVA – 6th last time over 1600m in a Class 3 handicap at Chantilly on May 17th. Out of form and best watched
14. LOU BALICOT – 3rd last time at Chantilly over 1900m in a Class 3 handicap on May 11th. Ought to be competitive
15. RED CRAZY – Has several unplaced runs since a win over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 4 handicap on January 25th. Needs to get back on track
16. ATLANTICA – Nice 2nd last time over 2100m in a Class 3 handicap on May 26th. Can go one better this time
17. REINE LAND – Has been unplaced over fences on the most recent run in a Class 4 event on April 28th. One to pass over
Summary: ATLANTICA (16) is racing at the bottom of the handicap and was a good second last time in a Class 3 handicap on May 26th. She can go one better this time. LOU BALICOT (14) will likely make her rivals work hard having run a decent race when third in early May at Chantilly over 1900m. MAKENO (2) is one for the each-way backers to take seriously. HEATHERWOOD (1) is respected despite having top -weight.
| SELECTIONS |
| ATLANTICA (16) – LOU BALICOT (14) – MAKENO (2) – HEATHERWOOD (1) |
| C8 – PRIX DU THEATRE IMPERIAL – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,000 |
1. TWILIGHT – Has four unplaced runs of late, won before that over 2000m in a Class 3 race at Saint-Cloud on November 10th. Others preferred
2. HOLLY COLOUR – Fair 3rd last time over 2100m in a Class 3 handicap on May 9th. Among the leading place chances
3. RESTLESS SPIRIT – Nice 2nd last time over 1800m at Chantilly in a Class 4 race on May 7th. In the mix
4. KENDY TIME – Ran well when 2nd at Fontainebleau over 1800m in a Class 3 handicap on May 3rd last time. Ought to be in the shake-up
5. GO LOVE – Two recent unplaced runs, 3rd before that over 1800m at Deauville in a Class 4 race on April 9th. Needs a few to falter
6. BLACK WALL –
7. ORANGE VIF – 4th four runs back over 1800m at this track in a Class 3 handicap on March 19th. Needs to recapture that effort to be involved
8. ZELZEFYR – Hat-trick seeker who scored over 1800m at Le Croise- Laroche last time on May 19th in a Class 4 race. Contender
9. PRAIRIE GLORY – 6th last time over 1800m in a Class 4 race on May 19th. Has been out of form for some time and is best watched
10. SAMAGACE DU VIVIEN – Has been consistently placed of late, a 2nd last time at Chantilly over 1600m in a Class 3 handicap on May 17th was a pleasing effort. Consider
11. PORTRERO – Did well when 2nd at Le Croise-Laroche over 1800m in a Class 4 race last time on May 19th. Can feature
12. GREAT CHARLIE – Fair 4th at Le Mans last time over 1950m in a Class 4 handicap on May 15th. One to keep safe
13. SAINT FIACRE – Credible effort when 6th last time over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 3 handicap on May 17th. Leading chance
14. DOWNEVA – 5th last time over 1600m in a Class 4 handicap on May 9th. The last win was in August 2023 and needs to get back to form
15. SAN TEODORICO – Fair 3rd last time over 1650m in a Class 4 race on April 28th. More needed in a better race
16. EAGLEHAWK – Has five unplaced runs of late, 4th before that over 2400m on October 21st in a Class 4 race. Hardly inspiring
17. STEWART KOPELAND – Three unplaced runs, the latter over 1800m on May 5th at Fontainebleau. Handicap debut and might struggle to have a say
Summary: SAINT FIACRE (13) has been second on his last two runs at this track and can go one better this time. He ran well enough last time at Chantilly when sixth in a competitive handicap to warrant the vote. ZELZEFYR (8) is seeking a hat-trick of wins and will be full of confidence for this assignment. HOLLY COLOUR (2) is the each-way play having been placed three times of late from six runs. RESTLESS SPIRIT (3) can also make the top four.
| SELECTIONS |
| SAINT FIACRE (13) – ZELZEFYR (8) – HOLLY COLOUR (2) – RESTLESS SPIRIT (3) |
| C9 – PRIX DE LA GARDE IMPERIALE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000 |
1. KAHOUNA – 3rd last time over 1800m in a Class 4 race on June 2nd. Will not lack for fitness and can feature
2. SOHO VICKY – Nice 2nd over 2100m last time in a Class 4 handicap on May 26th. Can not be overlooked
3. TOPFINE – 3rd last time over 1900m in a Class 3 handicap on August 1st at Deauville. Might need this run for fitness
4. CLEOSTORM – Won last time over 1600m at Waregem (BEL) on May 14th. Has leading claims
5. BECH RIVER – 5th last time over 2100m in a Class 4 handicap on May 26th and a winner before that on May 3rd. Has outside place claims
6. PARISIAN BELLE – Three unplaced runs since a win over 1400m at this track in a Class 4 handicap on March 19th. Needs to bounce back to form
7. DIWAN SENORA – Three unplaced runs of late, the latter over 1900m in a Class 4 handicap at Chantilly on April 26th. Hard to fancy
8. ONCLE FERNAND – Won over 1900m at Chantilly on May 11th in a Class 4 handicap. Ought to be thereabouts
9. VARINKA – 2nd last time over 1600m in a Class 4 handicap at this track on May 24th. In the mix
10. KIASTEP – Four unplaced runs recently, 3rd before that over 1700m on the PSF in a Class 4 race on March 27th. Pass over
11. ASPHODELE MIA – Has several unplaced runs since a win over 1800m at Compiegne on October 13th in a Class 4 handicap. Out of form and best watched for now
12. GREEN CURRY – Has several unplaced runs of late, the latter in a Class 3 handicap on May 17th over 1600m at Chantilly. Hard to recommend
13. GRISBI – Has three unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that at Chantilly on March 28th over 1900m. Ought to ply a lead role
14. GOFAST – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 1800m in a Class 3 handicap at Fontainebleau. Among the leading chances
15. MA BEREZINA – 6th last time over 2500m in a Class 4 handicap on May 22nd. Needs to be more reliable
16. LADY VALOU –
17. COVADONGA – 4th last time over 1900m at Chantilly on May 11th in a Class 4 handicap. Needs a few to falter
Summary: SOHO VICKY (2) has eased to a fair rating and ran a pleasing race last time when second at Parislongchamp 10 days ago in a Class 4 race. She is the tentative selection ahead of CLEOSTORM (4) was a winner last time in Belgium at Waregem and can have a say in proceedings. ONCLE FERNAND (8) is one to include in all of the place bet permutations. VARINKA (9) has a nice racing weight and is sure to be on the premises.
| SELECTIONS |
| SOHO VICKY (2) – CLEOSTORM (4) – ONCLE FERNAND (8) – VARINKA (9) |
| R5 MARSEILLE-BORELY [L-H] |
| C1 – PRIX DE LA BARBEN – 1700m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 3 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000 |
1. WE RIDE THE WORLD – He improved when third in a Handicap at this track over 1700m on 10 May. Manon Germain is claiming and is course and distance suited. Big chance
2. ASHIKTASH – Disappointing 7th in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 14 May. A penultimate start runner-up and can bounce back
3. EDITED – Unplaced last time out in a Handicap at this track over 2000m on 27 May. Won the previous three in a row and can bounce back
4. BURSARD – Won a Handicap at Compiegne over 1600m on 24 May. In good form of late and can double up
5. MAX VERST – Unplaced in a Handicap last time out at this track over 2000m on 27 May. He has won twice at this track and deserves to be respected
6. BLANC BLEU – Disappointing 10th last time out in a Handicap at this track over 2000m on 27 May. Antonio Orani is in the irons and has enjoyed good success together
7. GOLDEN CITY – Winner of a Conditions race last time out at Niort over 2250m on 15 October. Likely to need the run but has the ability and can contest the finish
8. POP LIFE – Unplaced last time out in a Handicap at this track over 2000m on 27 May. Poor last three efforts and others are preferred
9. BEIJINHO – Third last time out in a Handicap at Vichy over 2000m on 17 August. He probably will need the run but has won twice at this track last year and can be involved in the finish
10. JOHEN – Unplaced last time outin a Handicap at this track over 2000m on 27 May. If ignoring the latest effort, he is seldom far off them and has a place chance
11. AQUILON – A winner of a Claimer last time out at Salon-de-Provence last time out over 1800m on 20 May. It is the first outing for the new entourage and has a place chance
12. KYNADA – Unplaced last time out in a Handicap at Compiegne over 1600m on 24 May. Three poor efforts this year after a break
13. ARCUBIATU – A consistent sort who was fourth in a Claimer at Salon-de-Provence over 1800m on 20 May. Can play a minor role
14. MERCI ELIE – Yet to win and 6th in A Claimer at Marseille-Vivaux over 2000m on 9 December. Might need the run
Summary: WE RIDE THE WORLD (1) returned to form with a solid run last time out and could be the right one in this opening event. BURSARD (4) is in good form of late and picked up a handicap win last time out at Compiegne. ASHIKTASH (2) is not reliable but is also clearly not out of it on best form. MAX VERST (5) was unplaced at this track last time out but has won a couple of times here in the past.
| SELECTIONS |
| WE RIDE THE WORLD (1) – BURSARD (4) – ASHIKTASH (2) – MAX VERST (5) |
| C2 – PRIX PIERRE THOMAS – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000 |
1. REUX – A winner of the latest, in a Conditions race at this track over 1200m on 10 May. Concedes weight to his rivals, but has track experience
2. BY SENSATION – She was rewarded for consistency when winning a Conditions race at this track over 1200m on 27 May. Can double up
3. PASTISSE – She finished 6th in a Conditions race at Vichy over 1000m on 15 May. The latest was a Listed race and can get back to winning ways
4. STUNNING ANGEL – A winner in a Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 1200m on 8 May. Capable of making the frame
5. TAVULLIA – Fifth in a Conditions race at this track over 1200m on 27 May. Others are preferred in this line-up
6. CAYSSIE MA STAR – A 2-year-old filly by Toronado out of Snow Valley who makes her debut. Betting best guide
7. STUPOR MUNDI – A 2-year-old filly by Invincible Spirit out of Regina Mundi who makes her debut. A well-bred filly who can open her account. Watch the betting
Summary: BY SENSATION (2) is consistent and was brave when scoring last time out so could follow up in a small field. REUX (1) won at this track last time out but will be giving weight to all the rivals. PASTISSE (3) drops back in class so can bounce back to score. STUPOR MUNDI (7) is fully supplemented for this race so would not be a surprise winner on debut.
| SELECTIONS |
| BY SENSATION (2) – REUX (1) – PASTISSE (3) – STUPOR MUNDI (7) |
| C3 – PRIX DE GRAVESON – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Class 4 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000 |
1. RED TORCH – A runner-up in a Handicap at this track over 1700m on 31 May. Track and trip runner- up three runs back and can go one better
2. MAFALDA STORY – A runner-up in a Handicap at Marseille-Vivaux over 1500m on 24 May. Dropping in the distance and can surprise
3. CRACK CITY – Finished 6th in a Handicap at Marseille-Vivaux over 1500m on 24 May.Unreliable and can play a minor role at best
4. TOUTELUSIVE – Was 5th in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 15 April. Dropping in distance, but has done well this track and trip previously
5. VANILLE BLEUE – In the latest was a good third in a Handicap at Salon-de-Provence over 1100m on 20 May. Consistently close up and she will get her day soon
6. WASACHOP – Finished 7th in a Handicap at Salon-de-Provence over 1100m on 20 May. Unplaced this year and is an unlikely winner
7. BOOMERANG – Was 7th in a Conditions race at Prunelli di Fium’Orbo over 2400m on 1 April. Will probably prefer further
8. I DARE – Unplaced in a Handicap at Salon-de-Provence over 1100m on 20 May. Well drawn and finished alongside KOUKEBAK (11) on 20 March
9. IDAHO JAMES – Finished 9th in a Handicap at Marseille-Vivaux over 1500m on 24 May. Others are preferred in this line-up
10. AS A CHARM – Finished 8th in a Handicap at Salon-de-Provence over 1100m on 20 May. Poor form and others are preferred
11. YAKAMETTE KOUKEBAK – Unplaced in a Handicap at Salon-de-Provence over 1100m on 20 May. Has run well at this course before and is not out of it
12. EXPLORAR – Finished tenth in a Handicap at Salon-de-Provence over 1100m on 20 May. Unplaced since winning in February
Summary: RED TORCH (1) still retains speed and gets a narrow vote to win a competitive-looking handicap. VANILLE BLEUE (5) has been very consistent of late and should be involved with the finish yet again. TOUTELUSIVE (4) has done well at this course before and can contest the finish dropping in distance. YAKAMETTE KOUKEBAK (11) could also run well back at this track.
| SELECTIONS |
| RED TORCH (1) – VANILLE BLEUE (5) – TOUTELUSIVE (4) – YAKAMETTE KOUKEBAK (11) |
| C4 – PRIX DU CLOS GUIOT – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 21,000 |
1. NOBLE COTAI – Finished 9th in a Conditions race at Vichy over 1600m on 15 May. Others are preferred in this line-up
2. NADYROSE – Was 9th in a Conditions race at this track over 1800m on 24 April. Unplaced in three attempts and best watched for now
3. LOLLIPOP STAR – Finished 9th on debut in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 30 April. Moderate on debut but can improve
4. BAIGNADE – Fourth on debut in a Conditions race at Salon-de-Provence over 1800m on 20 May. Debuted against more experienced Colts and she can contest the finish
5. FAST FLOWING – Finished 7th in a Claimer at Marseille-Vivaux over 1500m on 24 May. Has had two runs back from a break. Will be fitter
6. NEW YORK NEW YORK – A 3-year-old gelding by Territories out of Galaxie des Sables who makes his debut. Performed well in his trial when sixth. Can open his account on the official debut
7. ELUSIVE GLORY – A 3-year-old colt by Olympic Glory out of Elusive Pearl who makes his debut. Well-bred and any market support must be taken note of
8. NORTHERN SPY – A 3-year-old gelding by Siyouni out of Apple Charlotte who makes his debut. Coming from an interesting maternal line. Watch betting
9. GAZZIA – A 3-year-old filly by Birchwood out of Mapiya who makes her debut. Betting is the best guide
Summary: NEW YORK NEW YORK (6) ran well in an unofficial race and could score on debut. BAIGNADE (4) ran well on debut when fourth and should do a lot better with that experience behind her. ELUSIVE GLORY (7) and NORTHERN SPY (8) both make their debut and are stable companions to the selection NEW YORK NEW YORK (6). The betting is likely to be the best guide to the outcome of this race.
| SELECTIONS |
| NEW YORK NEW YORK (6) – BAIGNADE (4) – ELUSIVE GLORY (7) – NORTHERN SPY (8) |
| C5 – PRIX DU CONSEIL DEPARTEMENTAL – 2600m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000 |
1. KING ZARAK – Consistent performer with sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 3rd in a 2000m PSF claimer at Marseille-Vivaux on 24 May
2. LADY MANA – Finished an improved/encouraging 4th in a 2300m handicap at Tarbes on 11 May and should appreciate this extended distance. Keep safe
3. GALIGERA – Runner-up over track and trip before finishing 4th over 2400m at Salon-de-Provence on 20 May. Not taken lightly on handicap debut
4. IL CAPO – Runner-up in three of his six appearances, including consecutive recent outings – the latest over 2400m at Layon-Parilly on 18 May. Winning chance
5. MOULIN BLANC – Consistent for the most part and shouldn’t be hastily condemned following his last-start 6th in a 2400m conditions race at Lyon-Parilly on 18 May
6. L’HORLOGE – Caught the eye when straying on to finish 3rd behind IL CAPO (4) over 2400m at Lyon-Parilly on 18 May. SHould have a role to play on better weight terms
7. SOLTANA BELIEVE – Last-start winner of a minor 2600m conditions event at Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne. Has more to do here
8. PIERREPONT – Unplaced in all 4 starts, the latest )5th) over 2000m on PSF at Marseille-Vivaux on 24 May. Needs to improve
Summary: IL CAPO (4) has never finished worse than 5th and wouldn’t be winning out of turn after consecutive near misses recently. L’HORLOGE (6) is likely to emerge as his biggest threat if confirming the improvement of recent displays. LADY MANA (2) has shown enough to suggest that she could play a leading role too, especially if improving for the step up to this distance in her first outing for Maxime Cesandri. GALIGERA (3) completes the shortlist.
| SELECTIONS |
| IL CAPO (4) – L’HORLOGE (6) – LADY MANA (2) – GALIGERA (3) |
| C6 – PRIX GEORGES TRABAUD – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 1 Race – Flat – EUR € 30,000 |
1. CLIFFS OF MOHER – Finished an encouraging 3rd in his first for Christophe Escuder in the benchmark race over this track and trip on 10 May. Not taken lightly
2. PARADISE STORM – Ultra-consistent performer with sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 2nd in a 2200m conditions race at Lyon-Parilly on 18 May. Keep safe
3. MAKE A WISH – Led and stayed on gamely under pressure to share the spoils with PALMAROLA (4) in a recent (10 May) meeting over track and trip. Candidate for success
4. PALMAROLA – Dead-heated with MAKE A WISH (3) over this course and distance on 10 May. Will again fight for victory
5. DARLING DARLING – Revealed early promise but has finished unplaced in all three comeback outings this year. Has dropped in the weights/ratings as a result – must improve over finishing 6th over 1800m at this venue on 24 April
Summary: MAKE A WISH (3) and PALMAROLA (4) couldn’t be separated in a recent meeting over track and trip under similar weight conditions, so they are likely to find themselves fighting for victory once more. PARADISE STORM (2), who concedes 1,5kg to those rivals, has the means to join that fight. So, too, does CLIFFS OF MOHER (1) who has just a length to find on the principals
| SELECTIONS |
| MAKE A WISH (3) – PALMAROLA (4) – PARADISE STORM (2) – CLIFFS OF MOHER (1) |
| C7 – PRIX DE GARDANNE – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 12,000 |
1. TREIZE – The highest-rated runner in the race with sound/consistent form references, including a 3rd under 62kg in a 2000m handicap at this venue on 24 April. Candidate for success
2. TERRE BLANCHE – Consistent filly with the undeniable means to play a leading role in a race of this nature. Unlucky not to have achieved a better result last time when 4th over 2000m on PSF at Marseille-Vivaux on 24 May
3. DABASIR – Consistent performer at this level with sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 6th in a 2000m handicap at Salon-de-Provence on 20 May. Keep safe
4. JIL IS LUCKY – Unplaced in all 3 appearances in conditions races, the latest (7th) on 19 May at Granville over 1700m. Could show more at this level
5. YELLOW BRICK ROAD – Has finished 4th in all 3 comeback outings this year, the latest on PSF at Marseille-Vivaux over 2000m on 24 May. Place chance
6. LIBRE SAONOIS – Relatively consistent performer, albeit without success. Didn’t go unnoticed when finishing 5th in a 2400m conditions at Lyon-Parilly on 18 May
7. COMTE DE LA ROSE – Supplemented to run in this race and likely to be more competitive in this grade after finishing 6th over 2100m at this venue on 31 May. Not taken lightly
8. LA CARRA – Has references in the claiming category and showed her form/well-being recently by finishing 2nd on PSF at Marseille-Vivaux over 2000m on 24 May. Dark horse
Summary: Top-rated TREIZE (1), who was 3rd in a handicap under 62kg two starts back, has a good opportunity to return to winning ways. He gets the nod ahead of consistent TERRE BLANCHE (2) and DABASIR (3) whose competitiveness at this level and on this track is beyond doubt. Supplemented COMTE DE LA ROSE (7) isn’t underestimated either in his first appearance in this category.
| SELECTIONS |
| TREIZE (1) – TERRE BLANCHE (2) – DABASIR (3) – COMTE DE LA ROSE (7) |
| C8 – PRIX DANIEL VERGEZ – 2600m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 22,000 |
1. WUKHANN – Winner of a Quinté+ at Saint-Cloud over 2400m in March and is 1kg better off with KAYRAT (3) for a 1.50-length beating over track and trip on 31 May. Has legitimate claims
2. HELIOPOLIS – Last-start winner of a 2400m Quinte+ handicap at Lyon-Parilly on 8 May when refitted with this headgear. Ought to remain competitive under a 3kg penalty
3. KAYRAT – Undefeated in two appearances at this venue after winning handicap this over track and trip on 31 May. WIll fight for victory despite a 4kg penalty
4. ROYAL RIGHT – Consistent hard-knocker with sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 4th in a 2000m Quinte+ handicap at this venue on 27 May. Respect
5. BOSIOH – Versatile veteran who returned to form with an improved/encouraging 4th on PSF in a 1900m Quinté+ handicap at Deauville on 9 April. Keep safe
6. TARAJAL – Unplaced and soundly beaten in both starts/Quinte+ handicaps this year, the latest (15th) over 2400m at ParisLongchamp on 16 May. Outsider
Summary: KAYRAT (3) has an unbeaten two-from-two record at this venue and is good value to follow up his latest course-and-distance success under a 4kg penalty. HELIOPOLIS (2) was rewarded for her consistency with a recent Quinte+ victory over 2400m and is likely to pose a threat despite a 3kg penalty. Versatile veteran BOSIOH (5) lacks references beyond 2000m but has the means to make his presence felt in a small field. WUKHANN (1) ought to get closer to the selection on 1kg better terms.
| SELECTIONS |
| KAYRAT (3) – HELIOPOLIS (2) – BOSIOH (5) – WUKHANN (1) |
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