| R1 VINCENNES [L-H] |
| C1 – PRIX DES HIPPODROMES DU MORBIHAN – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 68,000 |
1. CHERRY TOP – 3rd of 13, on 2nd start back, in a 2700m Class D at La Capelle a fortnight ago. Hind shoes off, with Franck Nivard in the bike, and is not going to be far off the mark
2. HAWAI PONT VAUTIER – Won over 2625m before coming 4th, a place behind CHERRY TOP (1), in a 2700m Class D at La Capelle a fortnight ago. Hard to knock when focused, in this configuration, and should not be overlooked on Vincennes debut
3. IBERIK DE MONGOCHY – Sanctioned in a 2875m Enghien monté Class C on 27 July. Shod for the occasion and has other priorities
4. IGUSKI SAUTONNE – Impressive 2nd in a 2950m Le Mans Gr.3 8 days ago. Has previously won at the venue and, with form maintained, can go one better
5. HERALDIQUE – Would have finished 3rd had he not faulted in final stages of a 2875m Enghien Class C early-July. Has excelled at Vincennes this year and will be no soft touch
6. CYRANO DE B. – Has 2 races under his belt after a long absence, latterly last but one in a 2875m Enghien Class B late-July. Goes barefoot for the occasion, has been entrusted to Eric Raffin for first time, and is not to be underestimated
7. FOLLOW ME FLASH – Failed to confirm his late-August success when 10th of 14, behind GINO VIVA (11), in a Class C over track and trip 12 days ago. Has never delivered over 2700m here and is not about to start
8. IRON MESLOIS – Has done nothing but improve lately, most recently winning a 2925m Cagnes Class A 3.5 weeks ago, and returns to Paris with a good hand to play
9. IBISCUS MAN – Sanctioned in a 2875m Enghien monté Class C late last month, but showed his form all the same. Has nothing to prove at this level and will be competitive for a place on the podium
10. FLUO MESLOIS – 10th of 13 in a Class C over course and distance a month ago and, better under the saddle, is not about to cause an upset
11. GINO VIVA – Close 3rd of 14 in a similar event here on 7 September. Has a fine Vincennes record and must be considered a contender
12. EL SANTO HAUFOR – Modest type that finished last of 13 in a 2650m Alençon Class D on 1 September and has no possible chance
13. FALCO DES ROCHERS – Sanctioned, when unsupported, in a Class C over course and distance a month ago. Shoes back on and will pose no danger
Summary: Versatile and in form, IGUSKI SAUTONNE (4) drops back in category after missing out by little in a Le Mans Gr.3 last week and looks to have the measure of most here. He will be directly opposed though by the remarkably consistent HERALDIQUE (5) who has had time to recuperate following his unexpected Enghien sanction, and IBISCUS MAN (9) who tends to be seen more often at a superior level. Winner at Enghien before coming 3rd under these conditions 12 days ago, GINO VIVA (11) looks a major player.
| SELECTIONS |
| IGUSKI SAUTONNE (4) – HERALDIQUE (5) – IBISCUS MAN (9) – GINO VIVA (11) |
| C2 – PX HIPP. GUER-COETQUIDAN ET LA GACILLY – 2850m (a2m) – Class D Race – Mounted – EUR € 46,000 |
1. HAPPY DU LAS VEGAS – Was on a fine run of form before being sanctioned in a 2725m Pornichet Class E a month back. Returns to racing with front shoes off and but appears to have too much to do
2. IVALO DU BOCAGE – Disappointing for much of 2024, latterly sanctioned in a 2700m harness Class E here 2 weeks ago. Has no monté references and, even with hind shoes off, can be ruled out
3. INDICE DU CAIEU – 5th of 9 in a 2675m harness Class E at Le Mont-Saint-Michel 11 days ago. Is not without merit, and will be ridden by Alexandre Abrivard, but chances still limited
4. IGGY DE FLORANGE – Faithful servant that finished 4th of 6 in a 2875m Enghien Class F mid-August. Unlikely to get his nose in front here but can still finish close
5. IAROSLAVA – Tricky character that imposed at Les Andelys before faulting in a 3100m Nort-sur-Erdre Class H last Sunday. Won her only appearance under these conditions though and, reconfigured, will generate interest
6. IXOR DE L’ITON – Comfortable winner at Pornichet before running 5th of 9, behind IGGY DE FLORANGE (4), in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F early-August. Won under these conditions last winter and is not to be ignored
7. IBILI D’OCCAGNES – Won nicely at Cabourg before coming 5th of 6, a place behind IGGY DE FLORANGE (4) in a 2875m Enghien Class F mid-August. Needs to step up his game to win this but can nevertheless get a look-in
8. ISLAMORADA – Won 3 of last 4 monté starts before finishing last but one in a 2750m Cabourg harness Class E conditioner late last month. Shoes off, as is her preference, and can impose
9. INSTINCT DE CLERCE – 9th of 12 in a 2100m harness Class E here 3.5 weeks ago and debuts under the saddle with hind shoes off and limited aspiration
10. HISTOIRE THORIS – Makes first public appearance under the saddle after coming last but one in a 2400m Ploublay harness Class F 11 days ago, and seems to have nothing to offer
11. IN LOVE DE BLARY – Inherited victory in a 2850m Laval Class E 3 weeks ago, but this takes nothing away from her ability. Is clearly in fine condition, should appreciate the more even surface, and is capable of making a big impact
12. HERCULE DU PARC – 7th of 9 in an 1800m harness Class F at La Capelle a fortnight ago. Returns to a more suitable distance but still not an obvious choice
13. HOUSTON DE BLARY – Very disappointing this term, latterly 8th of 9, behind IGGY DE FLORANGE (4), in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F early-August. Shoes on and no chance
14. IGNACE GUENESERIE – Won at Carentan before coming 3rd of 6 finishers in a 2625m Class F at La Rochelle on 7 August. Likes Vincennes and, in present shape, is an obvious choice for a place on the podium
Summary: ISLAMORADA (8) achieved her first goal of the season last month and goes barefoot again, at a track she appreciates, and has a realistic chance of repeating. Camille Levesque will still be keeping a keen eye on IN LOVE DE BLARY (11) who showed her form at Laval late last month, and IGNACE GUENESERIE (14) who is very hard to fault at present. IGGY DE FLORANGE (4) always gives his best and will not be going home empty-handed.
| SELECTIONS |
| ISLAMORADA (8) – IN LOVE DE BLARY (11) – IGNACE GUENESERIE (14) – IGGY DE FLORANGE (4) |
| C3 – PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME DE PLOERMEL – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 46,000 |
1. LAUREATE DRY – Won 2 in a row before coming 4th of 11, despite faulting, in a 2875m Enghien Class C late-July. Comes here fresh and can make a big splash if Alexandre Abrivard keeps her trotting
2. L’ETOILE – Left a good impression when 2nd of 14 in a 2150m Enghien Class D mid-August. Enjoys a decent place on front line and is unlikely to disappoint
3. LUNA DOMA – Returns to racing left-handed after winning a 2550m Class D at Beaumont-de-Lomagne 3.5 weeks ago. Nicely-placed behind the car, has 4 pads fitted for the occasion, but others still preferred
4. LAST QUEEN – Has 2 runs under her belt, latterly last of 9 in a 2850m Class C here earlier in the month. Will appreciate the drops in distance and, from the 4-spot, will be no pushover
5. LAVANDE DE ROCHE – 7th of 11, on return to competition, in a 2850m Class C here on 3 August. Will have come on for the run and can get in on the action if Eric Raffin keeps her stride in check
6. LATINA QUICK – Made short work of a Class E over course and distance 2 weeks ago. Is clearly a filly for the future and should be able to wrap this up
7. LYRA DU METZ – Has 2 races under her belt since the spell, most recently sanctioned in a 2875m Enghien Class C a fortnight ago, and is unlikely to influence the result
8. LINOTTE DU MOUCHEL – Unraced since trotting an unexceptional 4th of 5 in a 2875m Enghien Class C on 3 July. Debuts over the main track but may find the going a bit too tough
9. L’HAVANA D’ELMA – Made up for her sanction at La Capelle with an 86/1 victory in a 2700m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Forced to start wide but is evidently on the way up and must be taken more seriously
10. LADRA DI MALAVITA – Won over 2150m at Enghien before running 5th of 9 in a 2875m Class C at the same venue on 14 August. Has had time to freshen up and, with hind pads fitted for first time, will be worth monitoring
11. LYLOU DES THUYAS – Well-beaten 10th of 11 in a 2875m Enghien Class C, on return to competition late-July, and will need another outing
12. LUGACHA – 6th of 9, a place behind LADRA DI MALAVITA (10), in a 2875m EnghienClass C mid-August and even with Yoann Lebourgeois reining, will have too much to do
13. LOUISA D’ATOUT – In the frame in last 3, most recently valiant 2nd of 9 in a 2950m Le Mans Class D last week. Tough draw but will not be far off the mark if Matthieu Abrivard successfully navigates the start
14. LUCIOLE DU VERTAIN – Did not enjoy the best of runs before causing interference, being disqualified in a 2850m Class C here on 3 September. Gabi Gelormini takes over in the wagon and, despite the draw, can start to put things right
15. LA DAME DE COEUR – Debuts at Vincennes after trotting 4th of 11 in a 2750m Cabourg Class D late-August. Handed a tough draw though and has no left-handed references
16. LAGUNE – Sanctioned early in a 2875m Enghien Class C mid-August. Showed her form nevertheless, but the draw will do her no favours
Summary: Unbeaten in 3 starts to date, most recently flying up here a fortnight ago, LATINA QUICK (6) will take all the beating. Leading the opposition is Vincennes debutante LAUREATE DRY (1) who has won 2 of her last 3, and second-line starter LOUISA D’ATOUT (13) who has been hovering lately. Better-placed behind the car, L’ETOILE (2) missed out by little last time out and makes her Vincennes bow with a claim on a spot in the frame.
| SELECTIONS |
| LATINA QUICK (6) – LAUREATE DRY (1) – LOUISA D’ATOUT (13) – L’ETOILE (2) |
| C4 – PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME DE PONTIVY – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Mounted – EUR € 40,000 |
1. KERIDA DE VIVOIN – 6th of 9 in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E 11 days ago and makes her Vincennes debut with little to offer
2. KOUREAS D’ELA – Produced 2 good efforts at Cabourg before faulting in a 2625m Class E at Saint-Jean-de-Monts a month ago. Benjamin Rochard reining this time and can figure prominently if he can keep her trotting
3. KOOKIE DE BELLANDE – 3rd at Cabourg before repeating in 28 August race of reference. Gets a 4kg allowance and will have her chances if still on the boil
4. KARA MIA – Makes first appearance since faulting in a 2750m Cabourg Class D on 16 July. Has previously won over course and distance, sports a fresh configuration and, while not a priority, is still worth monitoring
5. KANDICE DU LOISIR – Well-beaten 5th, behind KOOKIE DE BELLANDE (3), in a Class D over course and distance 3 weeks ago and will have little to contribute
6. KEMETCHA DES BAUX – Good, consistent sort that finished 7th of 8, on return from a spell, in a 2775m harness Class E at Les Sables-d’Olonne late last month. Has a conditioner under her belt and every chance of winning this
7. KENA DE PADD – Sanctioned early in a 2250m Enghien Class D on 11 August. Is never easy to gauge but Alexandre Abrivard stays faithful and will not be far from the action if he can keep her focused
8. KALINE DE VIVOIN – Ran 5th at Enghien before losing her action in a Class D under these conditions 3 weeks ago. Form is not in question and the engagement of a top jockey will be expected to pay dividends
9. KITENA – Sanctioned, on return to competition mid-August, in a 2950m Saint-Malo harness Class E. Front shoes off as they were when imposing over track and trip last February, but others still preferred
10. KHALEESI LA VIE – Won 3 from 5 before coming 3rd of 11 in a 2100m harness Class D here on 24 August, and returns to the code with a decent chance of contesting the finish
11. KALY D’EOLE – Beaten 4th, behind KOOKIE DE BELLANDE (3), in a Class D over course and distance 3 weeks ago, and will need to find considerably more
Summary: Simply excellent under the saddle, KEMETCHA DES BAUX (6) is shod to preference for her return to the code following a much-needed harness conditioner, and looks very much the pick of the field. She will still encounter resistance from KOOKIE DE BELLANDE (3) who is plainly close to her race, and KHALEESI LA VIE (10) who has hardly put a foot out of line since the spring. KALINE DE VIVOIN (8) failed to make it around unscathed here late last month but returns to racing shod and being reunited with Eric Raffin will only work in her favour.
| SELECTIONS |
| KEMETCHA DES BAUX (6) – KOOKIE DE BELLANDE (3) – KHALEESI LA VIE (10) – KALINE DE VIVOIN (8) |
| C5 – PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME DE JOSSELIN – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 46,000 |
1. JOYCE DE LA COUR – 11th of 13, when preparing for this, in a 2950m Le Mans Class E last week. Boasts good speed and is here on her merits. Place chance
2. JUNE D’ERABLE – Authoritative winner of a 2700m Class E here 3 weeks ago. Rarely disappoints when barefoot and, from the 2-spot, is the horse in the cross-hairs. Claim
3. JUVENIA DU CLOSET – Decent but never-threatening 7th of 13 in a 2700m Class D at La Capelle late-August. Tends to acquit herself respectably here when focused though and is sufficiently well-placed to get a look-in
4. JUMBY BAY – Considerably better than her 10th of 11 in a 2625m Cherbourg Class E a month ago would suggest. Has already won over track and trip, and with application, can give this a good go
5. JUSTICE DE JOUDES – Made up for her early-August clinker when close 2nd of 8 in a 2150m Enghien Class D 8 days later. Comes here fresh, is well-placed on the front line, and even with shoes on can still get in on the action
6. JEMILLIA BELLA – Takes a notable step up in class after running 2nd of 11 in a 2875m claimer here 9 days ago. Is unbeaten in the day’s configuration, but others still preferred
7. JASMINE D’OUILLY – 11th of 15 in a 2850m Class D here a fortnight ago. Gets a front-row start but others still easier to back
8. JALENDRA DE MALAC – Returns to racing barefoot after trotting 10th of 13 in a 2700m Class D at La Capelle 3.5 weeks ago. Has decent references over these shorter trips and, despite a wide draw, still merits respect
9. JUVAMINE RENARDIER – 10th of 14 in a similar event here late last month, but in the absence of foreign horses, and the males, can get back in the game
10. JESSY DES PISTES – Has not been seen out since finishing last of 11, behind JOYCE DE LA COUR (1), in a 2200m Le Mans Class D mid-July. Shoes on and no threat
11. JULIA QUESNOT – Runner-up to JUNE D’ERABLE (2) in a 2700m Class E here late last month. Races shod this time though and best to wait
12. JALAPA DU BUISSON – Unraced since being sanctioned in a 2200m Le Mans Class D mid-July. Just front shoes off this time but has been lacklustre this year and will have few takers
13. JISMIE GRIFF – 9th of 12, on return from a break, in a 2550m Dieppe Class E last Saturday. Stays shod and can be ruled out
14. JADE VENESI – Has struggled lately, most recently sanctioned in a 2400m Class D at Beaumont-de-Lomagne 3.5 weeks ago. On the back line, but returns to racing barefoot, and will have her supporters
15. JIVA – Fine servant that finished last but one, on return from a spell, in a 2950m Le Mans Class E last week. Is still in conditioning-mode and not a priority this time
16. JUMEIGE DE GODREL – Sanctioned when never dangerous in a 2950m Vichy Class E earlier in the month. Handed an unfavourable draw but is not devoid of ability and should not be written off
Summary: Successful here last month, on her first objective of the new season, JUNE D’ERABLE (2) finds herself nicely-positioned on the front line and can make this her own. Consistent for the most part, unshod for the occasion, and with a Le Mans conditioner under her belt, JOYCE DE LA COUR (1) pleased on her lone start at the venue and is not going to be far off the mark. JUMBY BAY (4) seldom disappoints under these conditions, has the plum spot in front, sports a new configuration, and will be dangerous if Matthieu Abrivard can keep her trotting. Although drawn wide, JUVAMINE RENARDIER (9) can play an active role if she replicates her Argentan performance.
| SELECTIONS |
| JUNE D’ERABLE (2) – JOYCE DE LA COUR (1) – JUMBY BAY (4) – JUVAMINE RENARDIER (9) |
| C6 – PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME DE VANNES-SENE – 2850m (a2m) – Class D Amateur Riders Race – Mounted – EUR € 54,000 |
1. HOUARNEAU – Unlucky to be sanctioned in 6 September race of reference. Has bags of ability though and will be expected to play an active role if Lilian Bertin can keep him trotting
2. HOLESHOT – 9th of 11 on comeback run in a 3100m Nort-sur-Erdre Class F early-September. Barefoot this time but still has nothing to contribute
3. HELIUM DE L’ITON – Pleasant 6th of 10 in 6 September race of reference. Mathias Potier in the irons this time and has the wherewithal to make first 5
4. HETRE CHANGEEN – In the frame in last 2, latterly 2nd of 10 finishers in a 2200m Class E here a fortnight ago. Has previously won over the main track and can do so again
5. HAMISH – Below-par since winning over 2700m here in June, latterly 5th of 6 in a 2675m Class E at Le Mont-Saint-Michel on 8 September. Is better than that though and can eke out a cheque
6. HELDIEN ALFA – Oddly out of sorts when 8th of 14 in a 2450m Castillonnès harness Class F 11 days ago. Is plainly in excellent shape though and returns to the code with every chance of finishing in the mix
7. HEDEN CRUZ – Won 3 of last 4, most recently a 2850m Feurs Class F earlier in the month. Shoes on again but still has a lot to contribute. Place chance
8. FOSTER DE L’ITON – Pleased on first objective of the season, most recently 3rd, a place behind HETRE CHANGEEN (4), in a 2200m Class E here a fortnight ago. 2nd on only start under these conditions and looks a serious contender
9. FERIA DE LIGNY – 8th to HETRE CHANGEEN (4) in race of reference. Has done nothing of note for some time and, even reverting to a previous formula, can be passed over
10. GAVROCHE BEST – Has struggled for much of the year, latterly pulled-up in a 2850m Laval Class D on Monday. Starts on 2nd row and backs up with no realistic chance
11. HAKIM DE CHENU – Shod to preference for first objective of the season after finishing last but one in a 2650m Alençon Class D earlier in the month, and the extra 25m does him no favours
Summary: One of the more faithful elements under the saddle, HETRE CHANGEEN (4) left a good impression here on his return to the venue 2 weeks ago and looks the one to beat this time. That said, FOSTER DE L’ITON (8) finished just behind him that day and will have a better chance over this longer trip. As good in one code as the other, HEDEN CRUZ (7) is proven over the main track and in current condition is very hard to ignore. Winner of his only start in the discipline, and a multiple winner already this year, HELDIEN ALFA (6) will be no easy touch.
| SELECTIONS |
| HETRE CHANGEEN (4) – FOSTER DE L’ITON (8) – HEDEN CRUZ (7) – HELDIEN ALFA (6) |
| C7 – PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME DE MAURON – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B Race – Harness – EUR € 52,000 |
1. KOMEDIE SOMOLLI – Won over course and distance during the spring but disappointing since, latterly sanctioned in a 2700m Graignes Class B on 2 August, and can be passed over
2. KISS ME DE JEAN – Made up for faulting here a month ago when victorious in a 2750m Cabourg Class F on 27 August. Pleased here during the spring but appears to have her work cut out this time
3. KINGA SUPREME – Has 2 races under her belt since the break, most recently sanctioned in a 2175m Vincennes Class C on 7 September. Has talent to burn but is never far from faulting and other more reliable options available
4. KATE MESLOISE – Going well when sanctioned in 7 September race of reference. Seldom puts a foot wrong though and looks a serious player
5. KISS ME DE NAVARY – 4th, a place behind KRACKMANIA (7), in a 2175m Class C here 12 days ago. Has no particular love for the distance but in current form is easy to like for a shot at first 5
6. KAPUSHA MIP – At the top of her game this summer, most recently 3rd of 9 in a 2850m Feurs Class B 2.5 weeks ago. Is confirmed here but in this company represents a minor place prospect at best
7. KRACKMANIA – In the frame in last 2, latterly 3rd in 7 September race of reference. Has never delivered over 2700m here but is barefoot for first time over the distance and must be afforded respect
8. KILL JOY LADY – Classy filly that flew up in a 2175m Class C here recently only to be disqualified and placed last for interference. Has talent in spades and will have this wrapped up if Théo Duvaldestin keeps her out of trouble
9. KOTKIE – Won at Cagnes in July before finishing 8th of 9 in a 2175m Gr.2 here mid-August. Sports a fresh configuration, ran 2nd on lone start under these conditions, and can make the frame this time
Summary: Despite an excellent run here earlier in the month, KILL JOY LADY (8) found herself on the wrong side of the stewards that day but she is by some margin the best horse here and Théo Duvaldestin will be keen to set the record straight. Closest rivals to her take the form of a reconfigured KOTKIE (9) who drops back to a more reasonable class for the occasion, and the course-and-distance-loving KATE MESLOISE (4) who will be expected to make amends for her recent sanction.
| SELECTIONS |
| KILL JOY LADY (8) – KOTKIE (9) – KATE MESLOISE (4) – KRACKMANIA (7) |
| C8 – PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME DE QUESTEMBERT – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class B Race – Harness – EUR € 60,000 |
1. IQUEM – Reassuring 3rd over course and distance before faulting in a 2950m Le Mans Class E last week. Pierre-Yves Verva takes over and will not be far from the action if he manages to keep his charge applied
2. JEUNE AMI – Won in either code at Enghien before being beaten by a very good horse in a 2175m monté Class C here late last month. At this level, would be preferred under the saddle but with Alexandre Abrivard reining must be respected
3. DRAGOWSKI – Won 2 of last 3, latterly with ease in a 2700m Class C here 3 weeks ago. Benjamin Rochard in the hot-seat this time and will be expected to confirm
4. JIGSAW PUZZLE – One-paced 6th of 10 in a 2925m Cagnes Class A on 24 August, and will need to take his game up a notch
5. CHEMAR – Returns to a track he appreciates after coming last of 5 in a 1600m Turin conditioner on 1 September. Will be suitably fit and expected to continue his Vincennes love-affair
6. JIBI DU FRUITIER – Got back in the game when 3rd to DRAGOWSKI (3) in a 2700m Class C here 3 weeks ago. Thrives with Eric Raffin and is very hard to ignore
7. JEWEL DE LA COTE – Out of sorts when 11th of 13 in a 2850m Class B here a month ago. Has little room for manoeuvre in this category and a minor place prospect at best
8. DESTINO D.J. – Has thrived since coming to France, most recently 2nd to DRAGOWSKI (3) in a Class C over course and distance 3 weeks ago. Forced to break wide but can still apply the pressure. Chance
9. MAX OCCAGNES – Sanctioned in 30 August race of reference, on Vincennes debut. Nevertheless showed his form that day and considering he ran 3rd in a Berlin-Mariendorf Gr.2 last month, is not to be underestimated
10. COSMOS DEL RONCO – Has struggled since coming to France, latterly sanctioned in a Class D over course and distance on 31 August, and has no possible chance
11. IDAHO (SWI) – Put in a good effort to run 4th of 14 in a Class D over course and distance late-August. Takes on a better lot this time though and chances limited
12. LET IT BE VP – Showed improvement when 4th to DRAGOWSKI (3) in a 2700m Class C here 3 weeks ago. Shoes back on and a repeat seems unlikely
Summary: Currently enjoying something of a renaissance, winning 2 of his last 3, DRAGOWSKI (3) made short work of a 2700m Class C here late last month and will take some beating. The closest chance lies with the wonderfully-consistent, although widely-drawn, DESTINO D.J. (8) who ran 2nd to him that day. Barefoot on return to his favoured Vincennes, the Italian CHEMAR (5) benefits from a JMB drive for the first time and the draw will do his prospects no disservice. IQUEM (1) pleasantly surprised under these conditions late last month and, if focused, can play a prominent part.
| SELECTIONS |
| DRAGOWSKI (3) – DESTINO D.J. (8) – CHEMAR (5) – IQUEM (1) |
| R3 AUTEUIL [L-H] |
| C1 – PRIX HENRI GLEIZES – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 1 Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 62,000 |
1. WINSTONPRESIDENT – Won a handicap chase at this track on his last outing over 3500m on June 25th. More needed in a better race
2. PRESTIGE D’OLVA – Won his last two chases, the latter over 3700m in a Class 3 race at Clairefontaine on July 25th. One to keep safe
3. KUARTZ – Won a Class 2 chase at this track over 3500m last time on May 28th. Jumped well and can not be overlooked
4. GARIBALDI – Two unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 3600m in a Class 1 hurdle at Clairefontaine on July 17th. Needs to convince over fences
5. KILT ECOSSAIS – Won narrowly on his chase debut at Dieppe on August 30th in a Class 3 race over 3500m. Grade 3 placed over hurdles at Auteuil in June. Live chance
6. BON GARCON – Unplaced last time in a Grade 1 hurdle, 2nd before that in the Prix Amadou hurdle (Grade 2) at Auteuil on April 27th over 3900m. Can be involved on his chase debut
7. ALTESSEROYALETAVEL – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 3700m in a Class 3 chase on July 25th at Clairefonatine. Might find this too much
Summary: KILT ECOSSAIS (5) won in a workmanlike fashion on his chase debut at Dieppe in late August and this useful hurdler can step forward from that effort and is the marginal choice ahead of BON GARCON (6) who is making his chase debut after some decent form over hurdles. He found a Grade 1 a bit too much last time but was second in the Prix Amadou (Grade 2 ) hurdle in April. KUARTZ (3) won over track and trip in May when last seen and is in the mix. PRESTIGE D’OLVA (2) heads the remainder.
| SELECTIONS |
| KILT ECOSSAIS (5) – BON GARCON (6) – KUARTZ (3) – PRESTIGE D’OLVA (2) |
| C2 – PRIX FINOT (POULICHES)-PEL.A – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Newcomers Race – Hurdles – EUR € 62,000 |
1. LA BOUM – 3rd on the only run on the flat over 2600m at Pompadour in a Class 4 race on September 1st. Best watched for now on hurdles debut
2. LENVIED’AVOIRENVIE – Unraced by Tunis, judged on jockey bookings this filly could be the third-string of the Nicolle-trained runners. Watch the betting exchanges
3. LIONESS – 4th on her only run on the flat over 2300m at Corlay on June 30th. Watch the betting trends for any interest
4. LADY LEGEND – Unraced by Doctor Dino, stable runners are well prepared and this filly should be watched in the betting for any support
5. LA MESSE EST DITE – Newcomer by Vadamos, the dam won five races over hurdles and fences. From a top stable who can ready a newcomer to strike. Watch the betting for clues
6. PLACE DE LA NATION – Newcomer by Masked Marvel, Yannick Fouin her trainer can have this filly ready to go. Monitor the betting for clues
7. LA PALMERAIE – Unraced by Saint Des Saints, stable runners from this stable usually benefit for a run. Monitor the betting market for clues
8. BITTERSWEET – Newcomer by Doctor Dino, the dam won over hurdles. One to watch for any support in the betting market
9. GINO’S LINE – Nice 3rd on her sole start on the flat over 2500m at Argentan on August 26th. Has a nice pedigree for jumping and will be expected to be involved
10. EMMA DU GOUET – Unraced by Pour Moi, the dam never ran. Stable runners warrant respect and any market support should be noted
11. BEAUTIFUL GLORY – Newcomer by Beaumec De Houelle, the dam won one race on the flat and was Listed placed. Should know what is required on debut. The betting can guide
12. LE NEZ CREUX – Newcomer by No Risk At All, the stable runners from this stable are respected on debut and any market interest should be noted
13. MITIDJA – Unraced filly by Ectot, the dam never won. Will likely need this outing for experience. The betting can be informative
Summary: GINO’S LINE (9) showed plenty when she was third on her debut on the flat at Argentan in late August. She has a taking profile and is the tentative selection ahead of LA MESSE EST DITE (5) who is a newcomer. Her dam was a five-time winner over jumps and this filly will be well prepared for this race. BEAUTIFUL GLORY (11) is also making her debut and is out of a useful performer who won a Listed race on the flat. EMMA DU GOUET (10) should be monitored in the betting for any support.
| SELECTIONS |
| GINO’S LINE (9) – LA MESSE EST DITE (5) – BEAUTIFUL GLORY (11) – EMMA DU GOUET (10) |
| C3 – PRIX RECRUIT II – 3700m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Claiming – Steeple Chase – EUR € 26,000 |
1. ROSA KLEB – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 4300m at Aix-Les-Bains on July 14th in a handicap chase. Can make the frame
2. ROMARIUS – 6th when last seen over 3800m in a Class 1 chase at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on December 24th. Place chance
3. DENVER STRAIGHT – 5th last time over 4200m in a Class 4 chase on September 9th, that was his first run for over two years. Placed twice over fences in 2022. Opposable
4. HAKERMAN – Unplaced last time, he won before that over 3900m in a claiming chase at Compiegne on May 27th. Has place claims
5. WHY – Two unplaced runs over hurdles since a win over fences at Dieppe in a Class 3 race on June 6th over 4400m. Likely threat
6. DIFFLY RIVER ANN – Fair 3rd last time in a handicap chase over 3900n at Dieppe on August 30th. Hard to dismiss
7. JANGO D’AIRY – Decent 4th last time over 3800m at Dieppe on July 13th in a handicap hurdle. He won a claiming chase at Compiegne in May. Player
8. ZAPOROGUE – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 3900m in a claiming hurdle at Clairefontaine on August 5th. Needs a few to falter
9. ZEN LIGHT – Three unplaced runs of late, the latter over 3900m in a claiming hurdle at Nantes on September 10th, Chase debut and can make the frame
10. PRINCE DE LA BARRE – 3rd last time over 3900m at Nantes in a claiming hurdle on September 10th. Others rate higher
Summary: JANGO D’AIRY (7) was a good fourth at Dieppe over hurdles last time in mid-July and won a claiming chase in May. He can score from the likely main threat WHY (5) who has been out of the frame over hurdles of late but won a Class 3 chase at Dieppe in June. He can be competitive. ROSA KLEB (1) was a credible third two starts ago over fences and looks like a good each-way option. ZEN LIGHT (9) is also worth a mention.
| SELECTIONS |
| JANGO D’AIRY (7) – WHY (5) – ROSA KLEB (1) – ZEN LIGHT (9) |
| C4 – PRIX FINOT (POULICHES)-PEL.B – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Newcomers Race – Hurdles – EUR € 62,000 |
1. NIKKI FLIGHT – 2nd on the only run on the flat over 2600m at Pompadour on August 15th. Others make more appeal on hurdles debut
2. LA ROULADE – Unraced by Cokoriko, from a good stable who can ready a newcomer. Any market support should be noted
3. LADY DES BORDES – A newcomer by Cokoriko, might benefit from this opening run. The betting can be the best guide
4. WALK OF FAME – Unraced filly by Walk In The Park, the dam never ran. Should know her job from the Gabriel Leenders stable. The betting can guide
5. WEBCAM – Nice 3rd last time over 2800m on the flat at Compiegne on July 9th. Looks the type to do well over hurdles
6. MASKIDA – 3rd on her debut on the flat over 2400m at Clairefontaine on August 9th. Should be followed in the betting exchanges for clues
7. LET US BREATHE – 3rd on her second start over 3000m in a Class 3 race at Craon on the flat on August 31st. Best watched on hurdles debut
8. LA LIGNE ROUGE – Won at Moulins on April 14th over 2400m on her second start on the flat. She can make a bold show on her debut over hurdles
9. CELESTIAL SEA – Newcomer by Sea The Moon, from a leading stable who will have this filly well prepared. Watch the betting trends
10. FEMME BLEUE – Newcomer by Gemix, stable runners warrant respect on debut. Any market support should be noted
11. LOVELYMATCH – 3rd last time in a Class 3 race over 2000m in June at Strasbourg, she won before that on debut at Vichy in May. Can be in the mix on hurdling debut
12. LAZONE MOME – Unraced by Kapgarde, from a respected trainer. One to keep a close eye on in the betting market for clues
Summary: WEBCAM (5) has shown ability in all of her flat runs and was a good third at Compiegne last time. She will be well-schooled for this debut over hurdles. LA LIGNE ROUGE (8) is a winner on the flat at Moulins in April and could be the main threat. LOVELYMATCH (11) was third last time and won before that at Vichy in May. both on the flat. She is another to keep an eye on in the betting along with CELESTIAL SEA (9) who is making her debut on the racecourse and is from a leading stable.
| SELECTIONS |
| WEBCAM (5) – LA LIGNE ROUGE (8) – LOVELYMATCH (11) – CELESTIAL SEA (9) |
| C5 – PRIX ROBERT LEJEUNE – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Gr3 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 135,000 |
1. NIETZSCHE HAS – Has won all three starts, the latest over 3500m in a Grade 3 hurdle at this track on May 19th. Can remain unbeaten
2. ROOSTER CROWING – Good placed form of late, the latest when 3rd in a Listed hurdle at this track on June 8th, 2nd before that to NIETZSCHE HAS (1) in May. Hard to ignore
3. BON PRINCE – Won his last two runs, the most recent at Clairefontaine over 3400m in a Class 4 handicap on September 6th. He is improving but the hat-trick will be hard
4. RAFFLES DOLCE VITA – Two promising runs, the latest when he won a Class 2 hurdle at this track over 3500m on June 1st. Needs a good deal more in a strong race
5. KIVALA DU BERLAIS – Two nice runs over hurdles, the latest when 3rd in a Grade 3 hurdle at this track behind NIETZSCHE HAS (1) over 3500m on May 19th. Consider
6. DJIN’S – Won a Class 1 hurdle at this track over 3500m last time on June 25th. Lightly raced and has more to come
7. MOTY MARC – Unplaced last time, won before that over 3600m in a handicap hurdle at Clairefontaine on August 19th. Others look more likely
Summary: NIETZSCHE HAS (1) scored by a length and a half when he won the Prix Aguado (Grade 3 ) on his latest start from what looks like his main threat today in ROOSTER CROWING (2) who has since that run been third in a Listed hurdle in June. Back in third in the Prix Aguado was KIVALA DU BERLAIS (5) who has over five lengths to find with the main selection. He can make things competitive. DJIN’S (6) is a promising gelding and can not be discounted.
| SELECTIONS |
| NIETZSCHE HAS (1) – ROOSTER CROWING (2) – KIVALA DU BERLAIS (5) – DJIN’S (6) |
| C6 – PRIX PIERRE ET BERNARD CYPRES – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Condition Race – Hurdles – EUR € 55,000 |
1. KREATION ALLEN – Three runs over hurdles, 4th on the latest over 3500m in a Class 3 hurdle at Auteuil on June 1st. Can make the frame
2. JAINA KELLE – Unplaced on the flat last time over 2700m in July, did have a spin over hurdles at this track in September last year over 3600m and a win over 3000m on the flat last year in July. Consider
3. KOOL DOUCE – Nice 4th on her sole start over hurdles at this track in a Class 3 race on April 6th. Should improve and have a say
4. KABYLIE – Unplaced on the sole start over hurdles at this track on September 19th, 2023. Will likely need this run
5. KASBAH ROYALE – Unraced by Kapgarde, stable runners tend to need a run or two. Watch the betting for clues
6. KAZAKHE D’AIRY – Unplaced on the one run on the flat over 2400m at Craon on September 1st. Best watched for any market support on hurdling debut
7. KIMBORAZA – 4th on the flat last time over 2400m at Le Lion D’Angers on August 18th. From a good yard and makes her hurdle race debut
8. KORONA PHIL – Unplaced last time, won before that over 2400m at Le Lion D’Angers on the flat on April 1st. Hurdle debut and should know what is required
Summary: KORONA PHIL (8) can get her jumping career off to a winning start. She will be well prepared and won on the flat two starts ago at Le Lion D’Angers in April. KOOL DOUCE (3) shaped with promise when she was fourth on her hurdle race debut at this track in early April and can come forward from that experience. KREATION ALLEN (1) looks like a good option for the each-way backers. JAINA KELLE (2) is a winner on the flat and heads the remainder.
| SELECTIONS |
| KORONA PHIL (8) – KOOL DOUCE (3) – KREATION ALLEN (1) – JAINA KELLE (2) |
| C7 – PRIX D’ANGERS – 3900m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 95,000 |
1. ALCYONE ROUGE – Unplaced last time, won before that in a Listed chase over 4400m at this track on March 24th. Off since April but will be fit for this
2. IMPRESSIVE MACHIN – Unplaced on the only run last year in a Listed hurdle on April 13th, 2023 over 3900m. Has been off the track for 17 months and is best watched
3. JAVA – Won over 3500m on her last run in a Class 2 chase at this track on October 24th. Might need this run for fitness
4. JOST – Unseen since a 3rd placed run in a Grade 3 chase on December 2nd, 2023 over 4400m at this track. Will benefit for this run
5. IN LOVE – Fair 4th on the latest run-over 6000m at this track in the Grand Steeple-Chase (Grade 1 ) on May 19th. One to keep safe
6. INGA KAM – Unplaced last time, won before that over 3500m in a Class 3 hurdle at Pau on January 14th. Won a Grade 3 chase in November at this track. In the mix
7. IMBATABLE DU SEUIL – Won on his last run over 4700m in the Prix William Et Alec Head (Grade 3 ) chase at this track on April 16th. Honest chance of success
Summary: ALCYONE ROUGE (1) has won four times this year and was a credible sixth in a Grade 3 chase in April last time. She won a Listed chase at this track in March and goes well fresh. She is preferred to IMBATABLE DU SEUIL (7) who won the Prix William Et Alex Head chase (Grade 3) when last seen in April at this track. IN LOVE (5) is a useful operator and was a credible fourth in the Grand Steeple-Chase (Grade 1) when last racing in May. INGA KAM (6) makes up the shortlist.
| SELECTIONS |
| ALCYONE ROUGE (1) – IMBATABLE DU SEUIL (7) – IN LOVE (5) – INGA KAM (6) |
| C8 – PRIX DE CHAMBLY – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Gr3 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 135,000 |
1. SHIKA DU BERLAIS – Won a the Prix Sagan (Grade 3 ) hurdle at this track by 6L when last seen on May 18th over 3500m. Merits consideration
2. OLYMPIC STORY – Two good wins, the latter in a Listed hurdle at this track on April 27th. Should be fit and ready to go
3. TIDE OF DREAMS – 3rd last time in a Listed hurdle at this track over 3500m on June 8th. Lightly raced and has place claims
4. MOLLY DE BURGE – Unplaced last time, won before that in a Class 3 hurdle at Senonnes on August 3rd over 3800m. Opposable
5. CHLOE DU BERLAIS – Won on her only start over 3500m in a Class 2 race at this track on June 1st. Can improve but is unlikely to trouble some of these
6. TRAMONTANE – Unplaced on the last two runs, won before that over 3700m in a chase at Clairefontaine on July 17th. Pass over
7. ZAINE – Promise on debut when 2nd and then won over 3400m at Clairefontaine on July 17th in a Class 2 hurdle. One to keep safe
8. SOBRIQUETTE – Two good 2nd placed runs of late, the latter at this track in a Grade 3 hurdle on May 18th over 3500m, 2nd to OLYMPIC STORY (2) before that in April. Hard to ignore
9. BAHYADAME – Won on her second start over 3400m at Dieppe in a Class 4 hurdle on August 30th. Progressive but might come up short in this company
Summary: OLYMPIC STORY (2) is unbeaten in two starts over hurdles. Both of her wins have been at this track and the latest was in a Listed hurdle in late April. She will be ready for this assignment. SOBRIQUETTE (8) is a threat as she was second to the selection when they met in April and is 2 kilos better off this time. SHIKA DU BERLAIS (1) was third in that same race, then won easily in the Prix Sagan (Grade 3) at this track in May beating SOBRIQUETTE (8) into second. ZAINE (7) is also worth a mention.
| SELECTIONS |
| OLYMPIC STORY (2) – SOBRIQUETTE (8) – SHIKA DU BERLAIS (1) – ZAINE (7) |
| C9 – PRIX MELI MELO – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 59,000 |
1. KLITCHKO DE BELAIR – Fair 2nd last time over 4400m in a Grade 3 chase at this track on December 2nd. Honest performer who goes well fresh
2. GARE AU MARIN – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 4200m in a handicap chase at Vittel on August 12th. Has work to do
3. JUST A CASTLE – 2nd on his last two runs, the most recent over 3800m at Pau in a Class 3 chase on February 14th. Can make the top four
4. JEUNE COKO – Decent 2nd last time over 4400m in a Listed chase at this track on June 15th. Leading chance
5. JOLIVENT – 5th last time in a Class 3 chase at this track over 4400m on April 21st. Finds it hard to win and others are preferred
6. BON CONSEIL – Unplaced last time on April 2nd, 2023, 3rd before that over 3500m in a Grade 3 chase at this track on March 11th that year. Leading chance if fit to go
7. ISALINE DE CHANDOU – Two 3rd placed efforts of late, the latter over 3500m in a Class 2 chase at this track on June 15th. Can be on the premises
8. LA GRILLERE – Won last time over 3600m in a Class 3 chase at Lignieres on August 4th. Up in class and looks safely held
9. BLEKOLINA – Unplaced on seasonal return over 4600m in a Grade 3 chase on January 7t. Has been absent since then and might need this return outing
10. JURY BLEU – 2nd last time over 3900m at Clairefontaine in a handicap hurdle on August 19th. Place chance
11. JAGUAR DES OBEAUX – 4th last time over 3500m at this track in a Class 2 chase on April 11th. Might find a few of these too smart
Summary: KLITCHKO DE BELAIR (1) was a good second last time over 4400m in a Grade 3 chase at this track in December last year. He goes well fresh and should be fit enough to get off to a winning start this year. BON CONSEIL (6) has been absent since April 2023 but is a useful gelding and with fitness taken on trust he could be the main threat. JEUNE COKO (4) should have fitness issues and looks like the solid each-way option. ISALINE DE CHANDOU (7) heads the remainder.
| SELECTIONS |
| KLITCHKO DE BELAIR (1) – BON CONSEIL (6) – JEUNE COKO (4) – ISALINE DE CHANDOU (7) |
| R4 LE CROISE-LAROCHE [L-H] |
| C1 – PRIX DE LILLE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000 |
1. PRINCESS ZIZOU – Has done best in claimers and was 9th last time out in a handicap at Vichy over 1600m on 23 August. Others are preferred
2. WAITARA – Has struggled of late and was 12th last time out in a handicap at Strasbourg over 2000m on 8 September. Others are much preferred
3. COGOLIN – did not show his best when 8th last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2000m on 29 August. Capable of better and could make the frame
4. NO CURE NO PAY – At the top of his game and broke the ice with a Condiions race win last time out at Argentan over 2100m on 26 August. Not out of it
5. FREE BREATH – On a very long losing run and was 5th last time out at Mons over 2100m on 8 September. Others are preferred
6. MY FLINDERS – Did not show her best when unplaced last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 8 September. In good form before that and can get involved with the finish
7. ROUVRAY – Struggled in a handicap last time out when 11th at Deauville over 1600m on 18 August. Was in good shape before that and could upset
8. PUERTA DEL SOL – Yet to win a race but did show some improvement last time out on the PSF at Mons when fourth over 2100m on 8 September. Needs to find a few lengths to beat these rivals
9. ZWIALH – A runner-up in three of her last four starts, including in a handicap last time out at ParisLongchamp over 2000m on 29 August. Can go one better this time
10. FAMILY SMILE – Only modest of late and was 6th last time out at Mons over 1500m on 10 September. Tougher task in this line-up
11. MURANO – Unreliable again this year and was 5th last time out in a claimer at Royan La Palmyre over 1600m on 15 September. Needs to do more to win this race
12. PORTRERO – Unreliable but was not disgraced when 5th last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2000m on 29 August. Can contest the finish
13. DOWNEVA – Unreliable and did not show his best when 11th last time out in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 22 August. won his penultimate start and is capable of an upset
14. DORIANELLO – On a long losing run but did not run too badly when fourth last time out in a handicap at Craon over 1600m on 31 August. Has a place chance
15. DON ILIAS – Showed some improvement when fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Pompadour over 2400m on 1 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
Summary: ZWIALH (9) is knocking hard at the door and deserves a victory. She may well get it in this handicap. PORTRERO (12) is better than the last run would suggest and can fight out the finish. NO CURE NO PAY (4) has improved of late and can be competitive once again. MY FLINDERS (6) was in good form before a disappointing last run and could make the frame.
| SELECTIONS |
| ZWIALH (9) – PORTRERO (12) – NO CURE NO PAY (4) – MY FLINDERS (6) |
| C2 – PRIX DE PAU – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000 |
1. JOJO – More than a year since her last win and was 5th last time out at Ostende over 2200m on 286 August. Others are preferred
2. CUSTARD TARTE – Yet to win a race and was 9th last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2500m on 5 September. Could be the surprise package this shorter distance
3. GOLDEN BEACH – Unreliable of late but was runner-up last time out in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 1350m on 11 September. Just as good this distance and is not out of it
4. MAKENO – Very unreliable and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at Clairefontaine-Deauville over this distance on 24 August. Others are preferred
5. FRAICHE – Has struggled all year and was 7th last time out in a handicap at Vichy over 1600m on 23 August. Others are preferred
6. MAGNETIQUE – Has lost his way of late and was tenth last time out in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 10 August. Likes this course and could surprise
7. JOAO – Unreliable of late and was 9th last time out in a handicap at Compiegne over this distance on 7 June. Capable of better but could need this run
8. WHATEVER IT COSTS – Has not been at best this year and was 9th last time out in a handicap at Clairefontaine-Deauville over this distance on 12 August. Best watched for now
9. SHANNA ROSE – On a very long losing run but is in good form and was fourth last time out in a handicap at Vichy over 1600m on 20 July. Has a winning chance
10. PALANZANO – Yet to win a race and was 8th last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 8 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
11. EVER READY – Disappointing of late and was 11th last time out in a handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers over 2000m on 18 August. Capable of winning when in the mood
12. MEARAS STYLE – Has won twice this year and was not disgraced when 5th last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 8 September. Be right there at the finish
13. GOLDEN TRIP – Has some fair recent form and was 5th last time out at Mons over 2100m on 8 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
14. BOW LANE – On a very long losing run and was 6th last time out in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 22 August. Needs to find a few lengths to win
Summary: SHANNA ROSE (9) is in good form and could end a long losing run. MEARAS STYLE (12) was not disgraced at ParisLongchamp last week and should do even better this time around. GOLDEN BEACH (3) ran well over much shorter last time out but is just as good this distance so deserves some respect. MAGNETIQUE (6) has struggled lately but does like this course and could surprise.
| SELECTIONS |
| SHANNA ROSE (9) – MEARAS STYLE (12) – GOLDEN BEACH (3) – MAGNETIQUE (6) |
| C3 – PRIX DE PORNICHET – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000 |
1. AFRIQUE ADIEU – Unreliable and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 1800m on 28 June. Capable of a surprise when in the mood
2. ETEL – Showed some improvement when fourth last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 6 September. Can make the frame
3. PIRATE REBEL – Has struggled so far and was 11th last time out in a handicap at Compiegne over 2000m on 28 August. Needs major improvement to win
4. READY KING – Has lost his way of late and was 13th last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 3 September. Others are much preferred
5. SANTO – Not disgraced when 5th last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 6 September. Can contest the finish again
6. LOVEFORCE – Holding form well and was third last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 6 September. Has a winning chance
7. ROAST CHESTNUT – Yet to win a race but was third last time out in a claimer at Divonne-les-Bains over 1700m on 1 September. Could play a minor role
8. MAGIC WORLD – Much improved of late and was runner-up last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900 on 3 September. Could be ready to crack the ice
9. GALIMATIA – Broke the ice with a Conditions race win at Montignac over 2100m on 22 August. Has a tougher task this time
10. FRIST GLORY – Well beaten on handicap debut when 13th at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 6 September. Needs to do more to win
11. SIJOUX – Has not shown much in three starts and was 11th last time out in a Conditions race at Dieppe over 2200m on 21 August. Can improve on handicap debut
12. GOLDEN GLOBE – Disappointing last run when 8th in a handicap at Deauville over 1400m on 25 August. Won his penultimate start and is capable of an upset
13. STARGOLD – Needed his last run when 7th in a handicap at Châteaubriant over 1950m on 16 August. Has a place chance
14. YAWARA – Finished 7th on handicap debut at Chantilly over 1900m on 3 September. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
15. JIJI MY LOVE – Has not shown much in 6 starts and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 1800m on 28 June. Needs major improvement to win
Summary: MAGIC WORLD (8) is improving and can go one better on a good recent runner-up performance at Chantilly. LOVEFORCE (6) is in good shape and should be very competitive once again. SANTO (5) ran well at Saint-Cloud earlier this month and has a winning chance. ETEL (2) showed improvement last time out and is another that can get involved with the finish.
| SELECTIONS |
| MAGIC WORLD (8) – LOVEFORCE (6) – SANTO (5) – ETEL (2) |
| C4 – PRIX D’HALLUIN – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,000 |
1. VARINKA – Did not show her best when tenth last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 7 September. Will do better back on the grass and is not out of it
2. PRINCEDESCHAMPS – Battling to regain best form and was 11th last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 7 September. Others are preferred
3. GRACE OF CLIFFS – Unreliable but did run well when third last time out in a handicap at Vichy over 2000m on 15 July. On a very long losing run but can score
4. ERNAN CORTES – Has been kept to the PSF all year and was 11th last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 24 February. Could need this run returning from a break
5. MAGURO – Yet to win a race but was not disgraced when fourth last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 7 September. Can make the frame again
6. STORMY BABY – In fair form and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Mauron over 2000m on 28 July. Might play a minor role
7. MANDLYX LOVE – Has shown very little so far in 6 starts and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 2200m on 16 August. Needs major improvement to win
8. OCTOBER CHOPE – Holding form well and was third last time out in a handicap at Compiegne over 1400m on 28 August. Should fight out the finish
9. MOASA – did not show her best when well beaten last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 8 September. Others are preferred
10. GARDOL MOON – Unreliable of late and was 7th last time out in a handicap at deauville over 1900m on 4 August. Capable of playing a minor role
11. WARNING AT SEA – On a very long losing streak and was 7th last time out at Mons over 2300m on 10 September. Might play a minor role at best
12. BLACK PANTHER – On a very long losing run and was 7th last time out in a handicap at this course over 1600m on 30 August. Capable of playing a minor role
13. TAAL – Has struggled all year and was 12th last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 7 September. Others are preferred
14. BELLE IMPRESSION – Has really struggled this year and was 12th last time out in a handicap at Craon over 2400m on 31 August. Best watched for now
Summary: GRACE OF CLIFFS (3) ran well in July when third at Vichy but is on a long losing run. OCTOBER CHOPE (8) is holding form and should be right there at the finish once again. MAGURO (5) showed he could be ready to win a race when fourth at Chantilly and deserves respect in this open-looking race. VARINKA (1) is back on the grass so look for a much better performance.
| SELECTIONS |
| GRACE OF CLIFFS (3) – OCTOBER CHOPE (8) – MAGURO (5) – VARINKA (1) |
| C5 – PRIX WWW.CROISE-LAROCHE.FR – 2500m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming – Flat – EUR € 16,000 |
1. PENTAOUR – Did not show his best when 9th last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2400m on 1 September. Won two in a row before that and can bounce back to score
2. FELIPPO – Has won two handicaps in Germany including last time out at Baden-Baden over 2200m on 25 August. Not out of it
3. CAP FRANCAIS – Unreliable but was runner-up last time out at Waregem over 2700m on 27 August. Has a tough task this time
4. HOLLYWOOD AFRICANS – Holding form and was fourth last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2400m on 1 September. Has a winning chance
5. SKIP CHOP – Holding form and was a winner last time out at Waregem over 2700m on 27 August. Needs to do a lot more to beat these rivals
6. NORTHERN STARLET – Unreliable but did run well when runner-up last time out in a handicap at Baden-Baden over 3200m on 25 August. Could go one better
7. SUNNY STAR – Finished third last time out at Düsseldorf over 2200m on 18 August. Has a tougher task this time
8. RUE DE VOLGA – Has some fair form of late and was third last time out at Waregem over 2700m on 27 August. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
9. MOONWALK STEP – Has lost his way of late and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2400m on 1 September. Can be a serious threat in this division
10. GAIDAR – Not disgraced when 5th last time out in a handicap at Salon-de-Provence over 2000m on 9 September. Struggled in a claimer before that and others are preferred
11. SITUMELEDEMANDAIS – On a long losing run and was 9th last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2400m on 1 September. Others are preferred
12. PALUS ARGENTEUS – In fair form and was 5th last time out in a claimer at Dieppe over 2400m on 21 August. Can contest the finish
13. SOUL OF FREEDOM – A four-year-old gelding by Tai Chi out of Seven Shares who is making his debut. Watch the betting
14. MOUKOKO – Showed improvement when third in this division at Dieppe over 2400m on 21 August. Has a winning chance
Summary: MOONWALK STEP (9) has not been showing his best of late but dropped down in the division he can bounce back to score. His stable companion PENTAOUR (1) was in good form before flopping last time out but can be a serious threat. PALUS ARGENTEUS (12) has some fair recent form and is not out of it. NORTHERN STARLET (6) was not disgraced in Germany last time out and could also get involved in the mix of things.
| SELECTIONS |
| MOONWALK STEP (9) – PENTAOUR (1) – PALUS ARGENTEUS (12) – NORTHERN STARLET (6) |
| C6 – PRIX DE BONDUES – 2500m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 15,000 |
1. POTE – Holding form well and was a winner of a handicap last time out at Strasbourg over 2350m on 8 September. Be right there at the finish
2. LIKING – Has good form in this division and was runner-up last time out at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 6 September. Should fight out the finish again
3. STRANGELOVE – Well beaten in all three starts, including when tenth last time out in a claimer at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 1800m on 2 August. Others are much preferred
4. TENYEARSAFTER – Did not show his best when 9th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2400m on 12 September. In good form before that and has a winning chance
5. SKY GOLD – Did not show his best when well beaten last time out in a handicap at Compiègne over 2000m on 28 August. Did better earlier this year and can win in this division
6. BIRTHDAY GIFT – Showed some improvement when 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Granville over 3100m on 15 August. Others are preferred
7. FATHER DAY – Did not show much when unplaced on debut at Craon over 3000m on 31 August. Needs to do more to win this race
8. LUNETTA – Finished 11th on his debut in a claimer at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 1800m on 2 August. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
9. L’INITIE – Yet to win a race but was not disgraced when 5th last time out in this division at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 6 September. Capable of making the frame
10. FRENCH NANA – Finished 6th on debut in a Conditions race at Pompadour over 1600m on 3 August. Has a tougher task this time
11. SUMMER BAY – Yet to win but was runner-up last time out at Mons over 2300m on 10 September. Has a tougher task this time
Summary: SKY GOLD (5) is better around this distance so the last run is best ignored and he gets a narrow vote to score. POTE (1) got a confidence-boosting win last time out and should be contesting the finish yet again. TENYEARSAFTER (4) was in good form before disappointing last time out and is in with a winning chance. LIKING (2) does well in claimers and is another to consider.
| SELECTIONS |
| SKY GOLD (5) – POTE (1) – TENYEARSAFTER (4) – LIKING (2) |
| C7 – PRIX DU TOUQUET – 1100m (a5f1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,000 |
1. TRUE ROMANCE – Holding his form well and was third last time out in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 1350m on 11 September. Be right there at the finish once again
2. GIORGIANA – Did not show her best when 7th last time out in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 8 August. Won her penultimate start and is not out of it
3. MADDOX – Unreliable and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1100m on 3 September. Others are much preferred
4. PAPATEOU – Unreliable and was 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Le Touquet over 1300m on 1 July. Has good form in this division and has a big winning chance
5. ROYALTIES – Disappointing recent form and was 8th last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1300m on 6 September. Others are preferred
6. KANDERAS – Unreliable and was 6th last time out in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 2 February. Could need this run returning from a break
7. PERMENTON – Did not show his best when 9th last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1100m on 3 September. In good form before that and is not out of it
8. ABRASSO – Disappointing of late and was 6th last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1300m on 6 September. Could be the surprise package of the race
9. KOUTSOUNAKOS – In good shape and was third last time out in a claimer at Chantilly over 800m on 7 September. Can contest the finish
10. JAVA JAMES – Yet to win a race and was 12th last time out in a handicap at Vichy over 1600m on 20 July. Needs major improvement to win
Summary: PAPATEOU (4) likes this track and is at home in this division so is a confident selection to score. TRUE ROMANCE (1) continues to hold form and will not go down without a fight for top honours. GIORGIANA (2) won her penultimate start but did not repeat it last time out. KOUTSOUNAKOS (9) is in good form and should be competitive in this line-up.
| SELECTIONS |
| PAPATEOU (4) – TRUE ROMANCE (1) – GIORGIANA (2) – KOUTSOUNAKOS (9) |
| C8 – PRIX D’AMIENS – 1100m (a5f1/2) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 12,500 |
1. SUNSET BIKINI – Bounced back to her best by winning a claimer last time out at Chantilly over 1300m on 3 September. Can follow up
2. POSAFOLIE – Consistent and was not disgraced when 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Deauville. Big chance dropped to a claimer
3. PAMPELONNE – Unreliable and was 7th last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 7 September. Has won a claimer and is not out of it
4. MAMINOA – Ran well on debut but did not repeat it when 8th last time out in a Conditions race at Compiegne over 1400m on 28 August. Could be the surprise package of the race
5. PEARL WOOD – Did not show her best when 8th in a claimer at Dieppe over 1100m on 21 August. Capable of better and has a place chance
6. TWILLY LIGHT – Has lost his way of late and was 11th last time out in a claimer at Chantilly over 1300m on 3 September. Needs major improvement to win
7. LAHOMI – Yet to win a race but was third last time out in a claimer at Chantilly over 1300m on 3 September. Capable of contesting the finish
8. STRAIGHTTOTHEPOINT – Disappointing form of late and was 6th last time out in this division at Chantilly over 1300m on 3 September. Capable of better and could make the frame
Summary: SUNSET BIKINI (1) reminded us what she is capable of with a good win last time out. She looks likely to follow up and win again. POSAFOLIE (2) is consistent and does look the only serious threat to the selection. PAMPELONNE (3) has won in this division before and could make the frame. STRAIGHTTOTHEPOINT (8) has been disappointing of late but could earn some minor money.
| SELECTIONS |
| SUNSET BIKINI (1) – POSAFOLIE (2) – PAMPELONNE (3) – STRAIGHTTOTHEPOINT (8) |
| C9 – PRIX DE CYSOING – 1100m (a5f1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000 |
1. PACOSTAR – Disappointing last run when 8th in a handicap at Dieppe over 1000m on 21 August. Capable of earning some money
2. QUITE RIGHT TOO – Disappointing of late but did not run too badly when 6th last time out in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1200m on 3 September. Capable of contesting the finish
3. LOLLIPOP STAR – Showed some improvement when third last time out in a handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers over 1400m on 18 August. Could do even better this shorter distance
4. FIRE REBEL – Has struggled of late and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 6 September. Drop in distance could spark improvement
5. BOTTOMS UP – Did not show her best when 9th last time out in a claimer at Chantilly over 800m on 7 September. Capable of better and is not out of it
6. WAITING CALL – Has won over this track and trip and was not disgraced when fourth last time out in a handicap at Vittel over 1300m on 18 August. Has a winning chance
7. GO WITH THE ROSES – Yet to win a race but has some fair form and was 5th last time out in a handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers over 1400m on 18 August. Can make the frame
8. CHUNKA WAKAN – Has struggled this year and was 6th last time out in a claimer at Saint-Cloud over 1300m on 9 September. Others are preferred
9. HIGHFIELD MYSTERY – Showed vast improvement last time out when fourth in a handicap at Moulins over 1000m on 26 August. Should be competitive once again
10. ENNEDI – Has struggled this year and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 6 September. Did better last year and is best watched for now
Summary: WAITING CALL (6) indicated in his last start that a win could be forthcoming. He has won over this track and trip so gets the vote to win this lucky last race. LOLLIPOP STAR (3) ran well last time out and could do even better this shorter distance. QUITE RIGHT TOO (2) did not run badly last time out and can contest the finish. BOTTOMS UP (5) is capable of better and could be a threat for the places.
| SELECTIONS |
| WAITING CALL (6) – LOLLIPOP STAR (3) – QUITE RIGHT TOO (2) – BOTTOMS UP (5) |
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