| R1 VINCENNES [L-H] |
| C1 – PRIX D’ARLES – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class D Race – Mounted – EUR € 59,000 |
1. GAROU BEJI – Has been firing on all cylinders this year, latterly 4th of 8 in a 2450m Caen Class E 11 days ago. Alexis Collette reining this time and has a very good hand to play
2. GYPSIE ROYALE – Back under the saddle after finishing 4th of 8 in a 1609m Vichy harness Class D last Saturday. Has previously placed at the venue and is absolutely worth retaining for a minor place cheque
3. EMILIE DES IRIS – Back under the saddle after coming 5th of 14, at 107/1, in a 2100m Vincennes harness Class E 3 weeks ago, but is not going to be bothering the opposition this time
4. GOUNIT DE L’AIROU – Sanctioned, on return to the code, in a 2200m Class E here on 6 September, and frankly looks out of his depth
5. GIBOLE DE L’ELLE – Last of 10 in a 2200m Class E here, on return to competition earlier this month, and can be confidently ignored
6. GRINGO SAVA – Got back in the game in a 2750m Class D at La Capelle on 4 September when 2nd to GALOPIN DE MARTHE (7). In the frame in both starts over 2175m here and looks eminently capable of trotting his way into the frame
7. GALOPIN DE MARTHE – Won without opposition at La Capelle before freshening up in a 2800m harness Class E at Rambouillet mid-month. Has never disappointed under these conditions and is not about to start. Claim
8. GET UP DES PLAINES – Trounced in last 2, most recently last but one in a 2400m Amiens harness Class D 3 weeks ago. Has respectable monté reference but is not about to influence the outcome
9. FASHION MAKER – Has hardly put a foot out of place recently, coming 3rd of 10 in a 2700m Class D here mid-month, and will be no easy touch
10. GENERAL – 6th of 8, behind ELIXIR (13), in a 2950m Le Mans Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Not a priority but can get a look-in if there is a bit of pace
11. GLADIATOR BOY – Honest trotter that finished a beaten 5th to GALOPIN DE MARTHE (7) in a 2750m Class D at La Capelle on 4 September. Unlikely to shake things up but will still have his supporters
12. FUTE BUROIS – Unthreatening 7th of 13 in a 2850m harness claimer here last Tuesday. Has been a write-off all year and will have nothing to offer
13. ELIXIR – Sprang a 19/1 surprise 2.5 weeks ago when 2nd of 8 in a 2950m Le Mans Class E. Races barefoot this time but a repeat seems improbable
14. GLOSSY BOY – Superbly-engaged here after winning a 3100m harness Class E at Nort-sur-Erdre 2 weeks ago. Has never been tested over 2175m here and in current condition is very easy to like
Summary: Highly-consistent over the summer, GALOPIN DE MARTHE (7) was rewarded with victory at La Capelle and, after a harness freshener, returns to a track he appreciates, shod to preference, and looks a better bet than the on-form GAROU BEJI (1) who sports front pads for the occasion. GRINGO SAVA (6) gave a reassuringly-good account behind Pierre-Yves Verva’s charge earlier in the month and with Benjamin Rochard back in the bike, can confirm. Winner in the provinces mid-month, GLOSSY BOY (14) enjoys a golden entry here and Estelle Croisic will be loathe to let the opportunity slip by.
| SELECTIONS |
| GALOPIN DE MARTHE (7) – GAROU BEJI (1) – GRINGO SAVA (6) – GLOSSY BOY (14) |
| C2 – PRIX DELTA CAFES (PRIX DE CHAUMONT) – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 46,000 |
1. KEN FERFAY – 11th of 12, on return to competition mid-month, in a 2550m Reims Class B a fortnight ago. May be a race shy but still looks good enough to challenge for a spot in first 3
2. KISS ME JO DARLING – Has not been seen out since coming 4th of 10 in a 2850m Mauquenchy monté Class E last April. Shoes on and can be passed over
3. KING TEJY – Switches back to his least-favourite discipline after running 7th of 8 in a 2700m monté Class C here 9 days ago, and will have few takers
4. KANEM – 5th over track and trip before finishing 6th, a place behind KILLER BOND (6), in a 2100m Class D here 2.5 weeks ago, and is unlikely to spring a surprise
5. KISS ME – 5th of 11 in a 2850m Parilly Class D 3.5 weeks ago. Boasts good references over 2700m here and, if all goes to plan, can finally get that maiden monkey off his back
6. KILLER BOND – Should not be too hastily-judged for recent 5th of 14 in a 2100m Class D here 2.5 weeks ago. All shoes off this time and has a reasonable chance of opening his Vincennes account
7. KING DE GINAI – Won 4 of last 5, latterly beating KILLER BOND (6) easily, to secure a 2875m Enghien Class D mid-August. Has freshness on his side and makes his Vincennes debut sporting a fresh configuration and with legitimate ambition
8. KAMILLE D’AUTHISE – 12th of 14, on return from her break, earlier in the month, in a 2750m Class B at Les Sables-d’Olonne. Preparing for a monté campaign and has nothing to contribute
9. KISS ME AGAIN – Encountered no opposition en route to victory in a Class D under these conditions, on return to competition, early this month. Returns to the venue with morale intact and is in with a realistic shout of confirming
10. KISS ME DE JEAN – Unable to confirm her Cabourg success when 7th of 9 in a Class B over course and distance 10 days ago, but enjoys a good entry and should not be overlooked
Summary: Easy winner over course and distance earlier in the month, on his first start since June, KISS ME AGAIN (9) receives a Benjamin Rochard drive this time and is eminently capable of repeating. That said, KISS ME (5) is, on the whole, a serious trotter and returns to a track he appreciates with every intention of giving the favourite a run for his money. KILLER BOND (6) did not enjoy the best of trips earlier in the month, but form is not in question, goes barefoot this time, and can play an important role if Antoine Wiels keeps him out of trouble. Solid for the most part over the main track, and barefoot for the occasion, KEN FERFAY (1) will have a lot to contribute if fully-fit.
| SELECTIONS |
| KISS ME AGAIN (9) – KISS ME (5) – KILLER BOND (6) – KEN FERFAY (1) |
| C3 – PX FIDELIDADE ASSURANCES (PX DE CORREZE) – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 46,000 |
1. GLOBAL DUTY – Smart winner of a 2850m Class E here a week ago. Steps up in category and breaks from the 1-spot but, with Eric Raffin reining, will not go down easily
2. EVERY TIME WINNER – Quality element that held off a serious challenge to win a 2175m Class C here 9 days ago. Appreciates Vincennes and the 4-timer looks a distinct possibility
3. JOPLIN DES CROUAS – Sanctioned in a 2750m Ecommoy Class B 3 weeks ago. Handed a good draw, with a leading driver reining, is proven over the distance and must not be underestimated
4. JERZINO VICI – Not the easiest of horses to handle, but ran an fine 2nd of 8 in a Class D over course and distance 12 days ago and, if still on the boil, can make a big impact
5. JOPH DE VANDEL – Made it 4 sanctions in 5 starts after faulting in a 2750m Ecommoy Class B 3 weeks ago. Has evident talent, sports hind pads, and is well-placed, but others still easier to trust
6. KOZIELLO DE LOU – Turned a corner over the summer, most recently coming 2nd of 8 in a 2850m Class C here late-August. Breaks in front and barefoot again, is unlikely to disappoint
7. JULEJACQ – Moderate type making first appearance since finishing 6th of 8 in a 2875m Enghien Class D on 10 July. Shoes on and no threat
8. JOJO TOONS – Dominated a 2500m Reims Class E 2 weeks ago. Starts wide here but has excellent speed and, confirmed over track and trip, will be no pushover
9. JE T’AIME – 4th of 11 in a 2775m Craon Class D early this month. Boasts a good record over course and distance and, although not ideally-drawn, he goes barefoot and can play an active part
10. DIE HARD (ITY) – Goes barefoot for his first start since finishing 7th of 9 in a 2150m Enghien Class D 2 months ago, however others still preferred
11. EMIRO CLEMAR – Has not been seen out since faulting over 2200m in Syracuse mid-June. Has evident talent but can be expected to spend more time finding his feet
12. DYNAMIC FLIGHT LF – Ran 3rd at Enghien but failed to confirm when sanctioned in a Class D under these conditions late-August. On back line and will have little to contribute
13. ELAND – Returns to France after coming 2nd of 5 over 1600m at San Siro a month ago, but has never delivered at Vincennes and, even with front shoes off this time, is not about to start
14. EGUADOR – Handy Italian colt with an enviable strike-rate, making Vincennes debut after finishing last of 5, behind EVERY TIME WINNER (2), in a a mile event in Milan on 22 August, and will have little to offer
15. ERNESTO ROC – Last of 12, on return to competition, over 2200m in Follonica late last month. Has form at a superior level, sports a fresh configuration, and despite the draw, can still get in on the action
16. DUMA NEH D’ASTI – 10th of 13 in a 2700m Class E here 3 weeks ago. Is proven here but in current form will have no possible chance
Summary: Twice a winner at San Siro before repeating in a Class C here recently, EVERY TIME WINNER (2) has been handed a terrific draw and is going to take all the beating. Leading the opposition is recent Reims winner, JOJO TOONS (8), who won over course and distance last winter, and the perfectly-positioned, and fully-padded, JERZINO VICI (4) who defied his odds here mid-month. JOPLIN DES CROUAS (3) is effective over these shorter trips, when focused, and the engagement of Benjamin Rochard will only work in his favour.
| SELECTIONS |
| EVERY TIME WINNER (2) – JOJO TOONS (8) – JERZINO VICI (4) – JOPLIN DES CROUAS (3) |
| C4 – GRAND PRIX DU PORTUGAL (PRIX GAILLON) – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B Race – Harness – EUR € 60,000 |
1. JONGLEUSE DE LUNE – Well-earned 3rd of 7 finishers in a 2850m Class A here on 7 September. Boasts a good record over track and trip and should logically finish close
2. JET EXPRESS – 5th of 7, behind JONGLEUSE DE LUNE (1), in a 2850m Class A here 3 weeks ago. Has never been tested over 2700m but is clearly in form and represents a decent place prospect
3. JUNON DU LEARD – A write-off so far this year, latterly last but one in a 2750m Ecommoy Class B 3 weeks ago, and is not easy to recommend
4. IGUANE DE CAPONET – Quickly broke into a gallop, being sanctioned, in a Class D over course and distance 9 days ago. Is quite obviously in form and even though in considerably better company, is still worth monitoring
5. HAWAI RIVER – Has not been seen out since being sanctioned in a 2175m monté Class C here last January. Has other priorities and can be ignored
6. IRINA DE BAILLY – 9th of 10 in a Class D over course and distance 2 weeks ago. Has done nothing noteworthy for some time and can be ruled out
7. JAGUAR MARANCOURT – Quickly sanctioned, on comeback, in a 2850m Class A here 3 weeks ago. Has struggled at Vincennes all year and others easier to back
8. HIGH DREAM – 8th of 14, when being prepared for this, in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E 3 weeks ago. Has never been beaten under these conditions and has a reasonable chance of maintaining his perfect record
9. INDUS VAL – Eye-catching winner of a 2850m Class D here earlier in the month. Pitted against 5 year-olds this time but can still get in on the action
10. ILAYA – Imposed at Le Mont-Saint-Michel 3 weeks ago before losing her action in a 2850m Laval Class D on Thursday, and backs up with a respectable chance of picking up some crumbs
11. JAGUAR GRIFF – Back in shape following a slow spring, most recently 5th of 14 in a 2850m Feurs Class B on 2 September. Reverts to a previous formula, but is possibly being aimed too high this time
12. IPALIO – Useful on a good day but is going to have to improve on his 11th of 13 in a 2700m Class D at La Capelle on 4 September
13. ISTER MAN – Won at Divonne on re-entry before finishing last but one, behind JAGUAR GRIFF (11), in a 2850m Feurs Class B early this month. Has never excelled over 2700m here but, barefoot for the occasion, is hard to ignore
14. JASON – Last but one when being conditioned for this in a Gr.2 over course and distance late-August. Goes over any trip, is head-and-shoulders better than others here, and will be expected to trot off with the silverware
15. IMPALA DE VAL – As sharp in one code as the other these days, latterly winning a 2775m Craon monté Class D, with ease, early this month. Is barefoot for the occasion, excels with Benjamin Rochard, and must be respected
16. INSTINCT D’AM – Failed to confirm his Saint-Malo performance when 7th of 15 in a 2950m Le Mans Gr.3 2.5 weeks ago. Drops back in class and has a reasonable chance of making first 5
Summary: Although yet to get into his stride lately, JASON (14) nevertheless has nothing to prove at this level and, barefoot this time, should be able to wrap this up. HIGH DREAM (8) may not be cut from the same cloth but he is masterful at this level and, with 2 races under his belt, and shod to preference, looks the principal danger. Solid as a rock in his last 2, JONGLEUSE DE LUNE (1) drops back in category with a lot to offer, as does JET EXPRESS (2) who did not finish far off him earlier this month.
| SELECTIONS |
| JASON (14) – HIGH DREAM (8) – JONGLEUSE DE LUNE (1) – JET EXPRESS (2) |
| C5 – PRIX BANQUE CAIXA GERAL DE DEPOSITOS – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B Race – Harness – EUR € 75,000 |
1. HERADAMES – 4th to HEDE DARLING (8) at Enghien before finishing 2nd of 13 to HAPPY DANICA (3) in a Class C over course and distance on 21 August, and if still on the boil, can play a dominant role
2. HERAUT D’ARMES – Failed to confirm his Alençon effort when 10th of 15 in a 2500m Craon Class B last Monday. Sports a fresh configuration but others still easier to back
3. HAPPY DANICA – Won a Class C over track and trip before finishing 6th to GOLD DAIRPET (11) in a 2850m Class B here late last month. Is significantly better than that though, and the engagement of Pierre-Yves Verva can help to put things right
4. HEDIC GEMA – Good 6th in a Craon Gr.3 before coming 2nd of 11, despite being denied a run, in a 2850m Class B here a fortnight ago, and looks main threat to HEDE DARLING (8)
5. GRINDELWALD – Not as sharp as she was last winter here but reassured somewhat when 5th behind HEDIC GEMA (4) in a 2850m Class B here mid-month. Not a leading contender but still a decent first-5 prospect
6. GIMY DU POMMEREUX – 9th of 14, behind GRECO BELLO (7), in a 2925m Cagnes Class B, on re-entry, late last month. Goes barefoot this time but may still be one race shy
7. GRECO BELLO – 4th of 14 in a 2925m Cagnes Class B on 24 August. Consistently gives his best, won his only start under these conditions, and will be no easy touch
8. HEDE DARLING – Good 6th of 15 in a 2950m Le Mans Gr.3 2.5 weeks ago. Has nothing to prove in this category, has form over track and trip, and looks the pick of the field
9. HONKY TONK BLUES – 3rd to GOLD DAIRPET (11) over 2850m here late last month, at 60/1, before finishing last but one in a 2850m Class B here mid-month, and has no realistic chance
10. FELIX DU BOURG – Disappointing since winning a brace at Divonne-les-Bains, most recently 9th of 11, behind HEDIC GEMA (4) in a 2850m Class B here mid-month. Has respectable credentials over 2700m but appears to be taking too much on
11. GOLD DAIRPET – 23/1 winner of a 2850m Class B here late-August but disappointing 8th of 11, behind HEDIC GEMA (4), in a 2850m Class B here mid-month, and can be disregarded
Summary: A tough nut to crack at this level of competition, HEDE DARLING (8) drops back in class and, considering how well he comported himself here recently, can make this his own. JMB will still be showing respect to HEDIC GEMA (4) who has been firing on all cylinders recently, and HERADAMES (1) who ran 2nd in a competitive Class C here last month. In cracking form but stepping back up the category-ladder, GRECO BELLO (7) is barefoot for the first time in 15 months and must be considered a player.
| SELECTIONS |
| HEDE DARLING (8) – HEDIC GEMA (4) – HERADAMES (1) – GRECO BELLO (7) |
| C6 – PRIX DES ELITES – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Gr1 Race – Mounted – EUR € 200,000 |
1. KEMETCHA DES BAUX – Last of 6 in a 2700m Class D here 10 days ago and, quite simply, runs on a prayer
2. KADANSE DU CORTA – Sanctioned in last 3, latterly when unsupported in race of reference, and is out of her depth here
3. KELVALSE CASTELETS – 8th of 9 in a 2700m Class C here a fortnight ago after twice pleasing across town. In this company though, will struggle to make her mark
4. KAYA DREAM – Produced a remarkable effort to win 2700m Gr.2 Prix Camille de Wazières here on 6 September. It was not unexpected in her own camp and, on good behaviour, will be no easy touch
5. KARLA DE MAI – Races barefoot for the occasion after prepping for this, coming last of 10, in a 2825m Chartres harness Class B on 13 September. Will nonetheless need to show another side
6. KALIF LANDIA – Put on a good show to come 2nd to KAYA DREAM (4) in Gr.2 Prix Camille de Wazières here earlier in the month. Shoes off for the occasion and, with form maintained, could pleasantly surprise
7. KAPAULA DE L’EPINE – Ran 2nd over course and distance before coming 4th of 6 finishers in race of reference. Barefoot this time and can pick up another cheque
8. KELLY DE BANVILLE – Could have finished in the money behind KAYA DREAM (4) in Gr.2 Prix Camille de Wazières here on 6 September had she not faulted. Paul Ploquin knows her well and will be keen to make amends. Attention
9. KYT KAT – 3rd to KAYA DREAM (4) in Gr.2 Prix Camille de Wazières here earlier in the month. Already a Gr.2 winner under these conditions and, in current form, may just be the horse to beat
10. KYRIELLE DES VAUX – Gr.1-winning filly that finished a lacklustre 5th of 6, on re-entry, in 2700m Gr.2 Prix Camille de Wazières here earlier in the month. Will have come on for the race though and has every chance of imposing
Summary: A veritable steamroller in 2023, KYT KAT (9) returns to his distance of choice after having reassured in the Gr.2 Prix Camille de Wazières here earlier in the month, and can have his way this time. Winner on that occasion, at 20/1, KAYA DREAM (4) should again have a good hand to play, but she will first have to defer to Gr.1 winner, KYRIELLE DES VAUX (10), who will be expected to improve on her 5th that day. Tenacious runner-up when shod, KALIF LANDIA (6) races first-time barefoot and a place on the podium is well within his reach.
| SELECTIONS |
| KYT KAT (9) – KYRIELLE DES VAUX (10) – KAYA DREAM (4) – KALIF LANDIA (6) |
| C7 – PRIX RADIO LATINA (PRIX D’ARGELES) – 2850m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 56,000 |
1. GADSEM – Failed to confirm his Pornichet victory when 7th, a place behind GAMINE DE RIBEAU (6), in a 2700m Class E here on 30 August. Has had time to get his house in order and will be competitive for a spot in first 5
2. GIGA DES PLAINES – Never-dangerous 6th of 10 in a 2100m Class D here last Sunday, and will not be influencing the outcome this time either
3. GRANDE SOIREE – Followed up 4 straight sanctions with 10th of 11 in a 2500m Reims Class E on 15 September, and has no possible chance
4. MISTER DONALD – 3rd of 11 in a 2500m Reims Class E a fortnight ago but less-effective at Vincennes 2 weeks earlier and others easier to support
5. GLAMOIRE – Made up for Cabourg sanction when 3rd of 13 in a 2850m Laval Class E on 6 September. Barefoot this time, will not be available at 100/1, but is unlikely to be as competitive either
6. GAMINE DE RIBEAU – Won 2 of last 3, most recently a 2100m Class E here 3 weeks ago. Takes on a tougher bunch this time but can still get a look-in
7. GAROU DU CHENE – Pleasant here late last month but last of 11 in a 2700m Class D here 9 days ago and is not about to cause an upset
8. GAGNEUR – 8th of 13 in a 2100m Class D here on 13 September. Has been off the boil this summer and must first re-establish his credentials
9. GETEHI DU NOYER – 4th to ASTRONASCENTE ZAC (12) here late-August before coming 3rd to GALANT DE BRUYERE (10) in a 2400m Amiens Class D 3 weeks ago. Unshod-all-4 this time and is unlikely to be going home empty-handed
10. GALANT DE BRUYERE – Has been firing on all cylinders in 2024, most recently dominating a 2400m Amiens Class D 3 weeks ago, and is not without a claim on the main prize
11. GO GO GIGI – Sanctioned, on return to competition, in a 2100m Class D here mid-month and has nothing to offer
12. ASTRONASCENTE ZAC – Won a valuable race at Waregem before running 2nd of 15 in a 2100m Class E here late last month. Races barefoot for the occasion, with Eric Raffin reining, and must be taken more seriously this time around
13. GRANIT DU FRESNE – 9th of 14, behind GALION (16), in a 2650m Laval Class D on 25 August. Is barefoot with Jean-Michel Bazire reining this time, and despite recent numbers, can play an active role
14. GUI D’ERABLE – Sanctioned in last 3, most recently a Class D over course and distance earlier this month, and will have few friends
15. GUCCI DE BARB – Left a good impression at Mauquenchy before finishing 3rd, a place behind GUCCI DE BARB (15), in a 2650m Laval Class D on 25 August. Is very close to his race and represents main danger to GUCCI DE BARB (15)
16. GALION – Winner of a 2150m Class E at Enghien before running 2nd of 2650m Laval Class D late last month. Seldom seen at Vincennes but is confirmed here and can add another win to his tally
Summary: Terrific in 4 of his last 5 starts, and ideally-engaged at the limit of earnings, GALION (16) has never come closer than 4th under these conditions but in present shape, can bring home the bacon. Esteban De Jesus can still expect to meet resistance from GUCCI DE BARB (15) who finished a place behind him at Laval last time out, and the dependably-performant GALANT DE BRUYERE (10) who trounced the opposition at Amiens recently. GRANIT DU FRESNE (13) returns to racing barefoot and even though yet to deliver for JMB, his presence in the bike is telling.
| SELECTIONS |
| GALION (16) – GUCCI DE BARB (15) – GALANT DE BRUYERE (10) – GRANIT DU FRESNE (13) |
| C8 – PRIX DE TROYES – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Gr3 Race – Harness – EUR € 70,000 |
1. LAGNU MAG – 3rd of 8 in a 2825m Parilly Class B last Sunday. Shoes on this time however and best to hold off
2. LUMINOSITY – 5th of 11, despite stride woes, in Gr.2 Prix Annick Dreux over course and distance late last month, before suffering interference, coming last but one in Critérium des 3 ans. With a trouble-free run though will be no pushover
3. LAPIS LAZULI – Won over track and trip before finishing 8th of 12 in Gr.1 Critérium des 3 ans mid-month. Shoes back on and has the class to throw a spanner in the works here. Chance
4. LEONARDO ROC – Unraced since finishing 7th of 11, behind LUNA NOVA GWEN (7), in a 2150m Enghien Gr.3 early-July. Is clearly in competition-mode and is not incapable of opening his autumn account
5. LEARN TO FLY – Sanctioned in a monté Gr.2 over course and distance on 13 September. Sports 4 pads for first time but others still preferred
6. LYZIA DES AGETS – Starts for the first time since faulting in a monté Gr.1 over course and distance late-June. Has other priorities and can be passed over
7. LUNA NOVA GWEN – Sanctioned early in a Gr.2 over course and distance late last month, but nevertheless showed her form and with stride in check can impose
8. LONDON – 2nd in a Gr.2 here before losing her action in Prix Annick Dreux late-August. Has merit but is never far from faulting and a minor place chance at best
9. LITTLE BROWN – Tricky character that faulted in a Gr.1 under these conditions a fortnight ago. Should not be hastily-judged, and can play a leading role if David Thomain keeps him focused
10. LUCKY SIBEY – Races shod for the occasion after trotting 5th of 7 in a monté Gr.2 under these conditions on 13 September, and will have nothing to offer
Summary: Quickly sanctioned in the Gr.2 Prix Annick Dreux, Philippe Allaire’s talented but complicated LUNA NOVA GWEN (7) drops back in class, is confirmed at Vincennes [not over 2700m though], and can win this if Yoann Lebourgeois manages to keep her trotting from one end of the race to the other. There will be considerable opposition though from the likes of stablemate LITTLE BROWN (9) who is arguably better over 2175m, but classy nevertheless, and the returning LEONARDO ROC (4) who sports front pads for his first objective of the autumn. Class A course-and-distance winner earlier this month, LAPIS LAZULI (3) returns to racing shod and has a realistic chance of securing his first black-type event.
| SELECTIONS |
| LUNA NOVA GWEN (7) – LITTLE BROWN (9) – LEONARDO ROC (4) – LAPIS LAZULI (3) |
| C9 – PRIX DE TOURS – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 46,000 |
1. JUSTICE DE JOUDES – Ran 2nd to DADA DEL RONCO (2) at Enghien before trotting 5th of 15 over track and trip 10 days ago. Keeps her shoes on but is still capable of fighting out the finish
2. DADA DEL RONCO – Got back in the winners’ circle at Enghien on 11 August after comfortably securing a 2150m Enghien Class D here. Has yet to produce the goods at Vincennes but can do so if she replicates her last performance
3. NIAGARA RIVER – Has hardly put a foot wrong all year, latterly 3rd of 4 in 2600m Wolvega 4yo Derby on Thursday. Has respectable Vincennes references, is barefoot for the occasion, breaks from the 3-spot, and must be respected
4. KASH LADY – Has not been seen out since finishing 8th of 10 in a 2700m Gr.2 here in June. Competitively-shod with Eric Raffin in the bike and, from the 4-spot, will have her chances
5. KATE MESLOISE – Raced better in a 2700m Class B here 10 days ago than her 5th place would suggest. Takes on the mares this time but still has a realistic chance of finishing on the podium
6. DESTINY DI POGGIO – 6th of 7, on re-entry, in a 2850m Class A here 3 weeks ago. Has won 3 of 4 under harness for her new trainer and has a decent chance of extending that percentage
7. EVA KANT GIO – Capable on a good day but finished last of 15 in a 2150m Enghien Class C on 10 July. Is barefoot for return and should not be entirely ruled out
8. JURELLA – Last of 7, on return from a break, in a 2700m Class C here late last month. Is still in conditioning-mode though and can be passed over
9. KANDIE D’ORCO – Secured first goal of the season, winning a 2600m Cavaillon Class C, in good order, 9 days ago. Has a lot less going for her here and cannot be considered a priority
10. DAYTONA DI CECCO – Unremarkable 7th of 14, a place behind MISS JAJA (15), in a Class D over course and distance late-August. Is not devoid of speed and can play a small part if Franck Nivard successfully navigates the start
11. ERICA JET – 5th of 10 in a 2150m Argentan Class D on 10 August. Won here earlier in the year but against older horses, will have too much to do
12. EMILY LP – Erratic filly but can trot. Starts for first time since finishing last of 8 over 2100m in Naples on 20 July. Competitively-shod for the occasion but others still easier to back
13. RAGAZZA DU CHENE – Won at Mons last month before coming 3rd of 11 in a valuable event over 2300m at the same venue last Saturday. Handed a tough draw though and chances limited
14. EMY STECCA – Somewhat reassuring 6th of 8 in a 2175m Class C here on 20 September, but still has more to find
15. MISS JAJA – Disappointing since winning at Enghien 2 months ago, most recently 6th of 14 in a Class D over course and distance late last month, and is unlikely to ruffle any feathers
Summary: It may have taken DADA DEL RONCO (2) some time to open her French account, but she did in in style across town early last month and, better-drawn on this occasion, can double her money. JUSTICE DE JOUDES (1) stays shod after a respectable effort here 10 days ago and looks a more serious proposition this time. A quality Italian mare, DESTINY DI POGGIO (6) has a run under her belt, goes unshod-behind, and poses a considerable threat. Twice a winner here over the summer, KATE MESLOISE (5) drops back in category and is thoroughly capable of making the frame this time.
| SELECTIONS |
| DADA DEL RONCO (2) – JUSTICE DE JOUDES (1) – DESTINY DI POGGIO (6) – KATE MESLOISE (5) |
| R3 LYON-PARILLY [LYON-PARILLY] |
| C1 – PRIX CHRISTIAN ROLLET – 1350m (a7f) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000 |
1. STUNNING ANGEL – Showed her best side when scoring last time out in a Conditions race at Marseille-Borély over 1700m on 2 September. Has run well this track and trip and looks the one to beat
2. LIBYAN PHAROAH – Did not show his best when 8th last time out in a Group 3 at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 8 September. Can bounce back to score
3. BIN ZARAK – Has run well in all three of his starts and he was third last time out in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 30 August. Not out of it
4. GREEN JASPER – Not disgraced when fourth on debut and she did win her second start, a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1200m on 12 September. Can follow up
Summary: A small field but a very competitive race. STUNNING ANGEL (1) won over further last time out bit has also run well over this track and trip before. She may be the best of this bunch. LIBYAN PHAROAH (2) did not show much in Group company last time out but had some fair form before that and would not be a surprise winner. GREEN JASPER (4) is improving and can follow up on a solid enough win. BIN ZARAK (3) has yet to win but is also not out of it.
| SELECTIONS |
| STUNNING ANGEL (1) – LIBYAN PHAROAH (2) – GREEN JASPER (4) – BIN ZARAK (3) |
| C2 – PRIX DES ORCHIDEES – 1350m (a7f) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 23,000 |
1. ZOWAL – Ran well on debut when third in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 21 August. Has a winning chance
2. ZIGGY STAR – Finished 7th on his debut in a Conditions race at this course over 1600m on 11 September. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
3. ALEKSINE – Consistent without winning so far and was fourth last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 7 September. Place chance
4. FELIX AUX ORMES – Not disgraced on his debut when third in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1300m on 9 September. Can contest the finish again
5. ZARREEN – Did not show much on her debut when 8th in a Conditions race at this course over 1600m on 11 September. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
6. JANAYEN – Showed promise when third on her debut in a Conditions race at ParislLongchamp over 1600m on 29 August. Big chance in this line-up
7. IRELIA – Has not show much in three starts and was 6th last time out in a Conditions race at this course over 1600m on 11 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
8. MORENA QUEEN – Not disgraced in both of her starts, including when fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1200m on 28 August. Should fight out the finish
9. DEVIL’S MARBLE – Finished 9th on her debut in a Conditions race at this course over 1600m on 11 September. Others are much preferred
10. DREAM TEST – A two-year-old filly by Time Test out of Dependable who is making her debut. Watch the betting
Summary: JANAYEN (6) showed promise when third on debut. That was a decent race and she could be hard to oppose dropped in distance. MORENA QUEEN (8) has run well in both starts and will not go down without a fight for top honours. ZOWAL (1) was not disgraced on debut and is likely to be smarter this time so is not out of it. FELIX AUX ORMES (4) was not beaten far on debut over a similar distance and deserves respect.
| SELECTIONS |
| JANAYEN (6) – MORENA QUEEN (8) – ZOWAL (1) – FELIX AUX ORMES (4) |
| C3 – PRIX DES CAMELIAS – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Newcomers Race – Flat – EUR € 23,000 |
1. STUNNING STAR – A two-year-old colt by Cloth Of Stars out Lilienbloom who is making his debut. Watch the betting
2. MILITARY AIR – A two-year-old colt by Frankel out ofTiadargent who is making his debit. Watch the betting
3. WAR PLANE – A two-year-old colt by Churchill out of Trail of Tears who is making his debut. Watch the betting
4. VILLAM MCQUEEN – A two-year-old colt by Romanised out of Vitizzas who is making his debut. Watch the betting
5. FOUR FOUR FOUR – A two-year-old colt by Wooded out of Helen Fourment who is making his debut. Watch the betting
6. POET ORTEN – A two-year-old colt by Zelzal out of High Live who is making his debut. Watch the betting
7. NOTA BENE – A two-year-old filly by Wooded out of Sacred Belief who is making her debut. Watch the betting
8. HARYANA STAR – A two-year-old filly by Cloth Of Stars out of Maharana who is making her debut. Watch the betting
9. MARETTA – A two-year-old filly by Recoletos out of Mahima who is making her debut. Watch the betting
10. THE ROSE – A two-year-old filly by Bow Creek out of Quanti who is making her debut. Watch the betting
11. JOKLA – A two-year-old filly by Zarak out of Matematica who is making her debut. Watch the betting
Summary: A race of newcomers. JOKLA (11) is out of a mare that was Group 1 placed and she would not be a surprise winner on her debut. HARYANA STAR (8) is well-bred and her trainer has a very good season with two-year-olds. WAR PLANE (3) is another that catches the eye and deserves some respect. MILITARY AIR (2) is a Frankel colt and they are always competitive.
| SELECTIONS |
| JOKLA (11) – HARYANA STAR (8) – WAR PLANE (3) – MILITARY AIR (2) |
| C4 – PRIX MOREL-JOURNEL – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 1 Race – Flat – EUR € 30,000 |
1. MATURLO – Did not show his best in the Italian Derby when 11th at Rome over 2200m on 19 May. Returns from a break but has a winning chance in this line-up
2. TIMBER LIGHT – Disappointing form of late and was 11th last time out in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 30 August. Others are preferred
3. TEN HORNS – Both of his wins were last year but he did run well last time out when runner-up in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 9 September. Be right there at the finish once again
4. TOYOTOMI – Did not show his best when 5th last time out in a Listed race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 30 August. Can contest the finish again
5. THOR LIGHTNING – Very consistent and was a winner of a Conditions race last time out over this track and trip on 4 September. Can follow up
6. IRON MAN – A winner of his French debut when picking up a claimer at Compiegne over 1400m on 12 July. tackles stronger this time around
7. FANG MICH – Did not show her best when 12th last time out in a Listed race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 30 August. Others are preferred
Summary: MATURLO (1) flopped in the Italian Derby but had good Italian form before that and could score in France. TEN HORNS (3) could be returning to his best form and has a chance of going one better on a solid last performance. TOYOTOMI (4) did not run too badly in a Listed race last time out and knows how to win so deserves respect. THOR LIGHTNING (5) has been consistent so far and can be competitive again.
| SELECTIONS |
| MATURLO (1) – TEN HORNS (3) – TOYOTOMI (4) – THOR LIGHTNING (5) |
| C5 – PRIX DU TREMBLAY – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Gr3 APQS Race – Flat – EUR € 37,000 |
1. LIVIO – A three-year-old gelding by Cokoriko out of Etoile du Berger who is making his debut. Watch the betting
2. LEKS DREAM – A three-year-old gelding by Arakan out of Unekaina who is making his debut. Watch the betting
3. LEADER ALLEN – Ran well when runner-up on debut and followed up with a good win in a Conditions race at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2700m on 20 July. Be right there at the finish
4. LANMADERLO – Consistent so far and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Vichy over 2400m on 15 August. Can earn some minor money
5. LORD ST GEORGES – Consistent so far and was a winner last time out in +a Conditions race at Le Mans over 2300m on 13 September. Might play a minor role
6. LEK WILL – Improving and was victorious last time out in a Conditions race at Vichy over this distance on 24 July. Has a winning chance
7. LEELOU BAIE – Has shown promise and was a winner of a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 2700m on 26 August. Can double up
8. LORCA EMERY – Much improved second starts when winning a Conditions race at Le Mans over 2300m on 13 September. Deserves some respect in this line-up
Summary: An interesting race for improving runners. LEELOU BAIE (7) looked good when quickening to win well last time out and could have more wins in the tank. LEADER ALLEN (3) has not done much wrong so far and won well last time out so can follow up. LEK WILL (6) won over this distance last time out and is improving so should have more to offer. LORCA EMERY (8) won her second start but this does look a tougher ask.
| SELECTIONS |
| LEELOU BAIE (7) – LEADER ALLEN (3) – LEK WILL (6) – LORCA EMERY (8) |
| C6 – PRIX ROUVIGNAC – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 12,000 |
1. ALTHURAYA – Has not been at her best of late and was tenth last time out in a Conditions race at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 2200m on 24 August. Capable of being the surprise package of the race
2. IL CAPO – Yet to win a race and was 6th last time out in a Conditions race at Cavaillon over 2200m on 25 August. Should fight out the finish dropped to a claimer
3. CANDYMAN – Not disgraced when fourth last time out in a claimer at Compiegne over 2000m on 17 September. Has a place chance
4. L’INITIE – Very consistent without winning and was fourth last time out in a claimer at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2500m on 19 September. Capable of making the frame
5. ELTON – Yet to win a race but did show improvement when a runner-up in a Conditions race at Sablé-sur-Sarthe over 2850m on 15 September. Tougher task in this line-up
6. HERM – She showed what she is capable of when scoring a claimer win at La Roche-Posay over 2400m on 8 September. Might play a minor role
7. SALMA – Unreliable but was not disgraced when fourth last time out in a claimer at Marseille-Borély over 2000m on 16 September. Can get involved with the finish again
8. BRIONA – Her only win was on the PSF but she has been in good shape of late and was third last time out in a claimer at Salon-de-Provence over 1800m on 9 September. Big chance
9. ELLE LA VITESSE – Yet to win a race and was 6th last time out in a handicap at Baden-Baden over 3200m on 25 August. Needs to find a few lengths to win
10. M’ENTENTU – Unreliable but was runner-up last time out in a claimer at La Roche-Posay over 2400m on 8 September. Has a place chance
11. TOILE DE MAI – Not disgraced when 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Nimes over 2600m on 8 September. Has won a claimer before and is not out of it
Summary: A very competitive claimer. BRIONA (8) has only won the once race and that was on the PSF but she is in good form and gets a narrow vote to score. IL CAPO (2) was not disgraced in a Conditions race and should do a lot better this time in a claimer. SALMA (7) is unreliable but is capable of winning a race like this. L’INITIE (4) is usually competitive but has yet to win a race.
| SELECTIONS |
| BRIONA (8) – IL CAPO (2) – SALMA (7) – L’INITIE (4) |
| C7 – PRIX DE LA MULATIERE – 1350m (a7f) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Flat – EUR € 14,000 |
1. WHEEL OF CHANCE – Ran fifth in a Handicap at this track over 1350m on 11 September. From the saddle, Mickaël Barzalona will give every assistance.
2. IDAHO JAMES – A winner in a Handicap at Marseille-Borely over 1200m on 2 September. Has confidence from the latest victory and can play a role in the finish
3. GREY BELLE – Finished 7th in a Handicap at this track over 1600m on 17 September. Poor recent efforts and others are preferred
4. MAFALDA STORY – Has won two in a row, the latest in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1500m on 25 August. Can carry the momentum forward and be involved in the finish
5. ZANTARIO – A runner-up in a Handicap at Deauville over 1500m on 11 August. Improved latest effort and has been victorious three times on this track
6. TRIESTE – A runner-up in a Handicap at this track over 1600m on 17 September. Good latest effort at this track but it does have a wide gate to contend with
7. JUMANO – Finished fourth in a Conditions race at Vannes over 1500m on 21 September. Maxime Guyon is in the irons and can get closer
8. OPPORTUN – Well beaten 8th in a Handicap at Wissembourg over 1350m on 20 May. Probably will need the run-back
9. ULTIMATE FIGHT – Unplaced in a Handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 20 August. Others are preferred in this line-up
10. SINNDARILLO – Ran fifth in a Handicap at this track over 1600m on 17 September. Dropping in distance and is well-weighted. Can be involved in the finish again
11. KAMINO – Finished 10th in a Handicap at Vichy over 1400m on 16 July. Disappointed in the latest and had fair form before that. Place prospects
12. WHY CHOPE – Unplaced in a Handicap at Strasbourg over 1400m on 15 September. Best watched for now
Summary: Another very open-looking race, this time a handicap. SINNDARILLO (10) was not disgraced over further last time out at this course and should do better this distance. WHEEL OF CHANCE (1) has a winning chance under jockey Mickaël Barzalona. TRIESTE (6) is not well drawn but would not be a surprise winner. JUMANO (7) will be given every assistance by jockey Maxime Gyon.
| SELECTIONS |
| SINNDARILLO (10) – WHEEL OF CHANCE (1) – TRIESTE (6) – JUMANO (7) |
| C8 – PRIX DES TRABOULES – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 3 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000 |
1. LARNO – A winner in a Handicap at this track over 1600m on 4 September. Penalized heavily on the latest victory and will find it tougher
2. DIVINE CHRISNAT – A winner in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 3 September. Twice a winner at the Handicap level this year
3. LIGHT WAKEUP – Unplaced in a Handicap at Deauville over 1500m on 25 August. Poor last two efforts and needs to find a few lengths
4. ASHIKTASH – A runner-up in a Handicap at this track over 1600m on 4 September. In five attempts at this track, he has won three and been a runner-up twice.
5. MR CASSIOPE – Finished 6th in a Handicap at this track over 1600m on 4 September. Showing signs of a return to form and is capable of making the frame
6. VERDANSK – Finished 9th in a Handicap at Deauville over 1500m on 25 August. Penultimate start runner-up and is not out of it. Track suited
7. JOH SPIRIT – Fifth in a Handicap at this track over 1600m on 4 September. Others are preferred in this line-up
8. MAX VERST – Fourth in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 13 September. Consistent of late and has sufficient means to fight for victory
9. FAMOSO – Unplaced in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 3 September. Poor recent efforts and must improve to feature
10. SLEEPY SUZY – A winner of a Claimer at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 12 September. Has won four times this year and can be competitive
11. PACO – Finished 7th in a Handicap at this track over 1600m on 4 September. Capable of contesting the finish
12. BOZZO – A runner-up in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 3 September. Seldom far off them and deserves to be respected in this line-up
13. OLAF THE BIG ONE – Fourth in a Handicap at this track over 1350m on 11 September. Can play a minor role
14. FLEXIBILITY – A winner in a Conditions race at Toulouse over 1400m on 18 September. Will find this tougher
Summary: ASHIKTASH (4) has a very good record at this course and could go one better on a solid last run. MAX VERST (8) is consistent and should be involved with this finish of the lucky last race. BOZZO (12) is seldom far off them and can contest the finish yet again. MR CASSIOPE (5) could be returning to form and is capable of making the frame this time.
| SELECTIONS |
| ASHIKTASH (4) – MAX VERST (8) – BOZZO (12) – MR CASSIOPE (5) |
| R4 AMIENS [R-H] |
| C1 – PRIX L’ELITE BAR (PRIX DE LONGPRE) – 2200m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 16,000 |
1. GOLDEN GLOBE – Won three starts back, finished 5th over 1800m in a Handicap last time and is a must for the quartet
2. CASH COLLECTOR – Ran a huge race last time when finishing 3rd over 2000m at Saint-Cloud and can win. Big chance
3. GARDEN CHOP – Long time maiden, placed only 17th last time when at Fontainebleau over 2200m in a Handicap. Pass by
4. PEPITO DES CARLES – Hard to make a case for based on two very average performances and would therefore be a shock winner. Unlikely. No
5. BATAVIUS – Shone on debut when 3rd but thereafter has not excelled. Will need to progress on latest 6th finish at La-Roche-Posay to threaten here. No
6. EL TIGRE – Huge improver, placed 4th at the second time of asking and can be expected to give plenty more today. Strong claims
7. LE NOTRE – Good chance, won on debut, followed up with a faithful 5th at Clairefontaine on the 24th of August. Go close
8. OURO PRETO – Finished 5th over 2000m at Lyon Parilly on the 4th of September and based on that, will have strong each way claims
9. QUEENFLEUR – Is testing our patience for the win, only managed 10th over 2000m last time and more required for the win. Outside place chance
10. MARINELLA – Only managed 18th last time over 2200m and will need to build a lot on that before being considered. Happy to ignore
11. KATNISS – Has only managed two 9th placings over 2400m and will need huge progression to win this. Others preferred and can be ignored
Summary: OURO PRETO (8) is lightly tried and still to secure the maiden victory. His last run when 5th at Lyon Parilly was fair enough to give him and each way chance. CASH COLLECTOR (2) ran a good race last time when finishing 3rd and should not be a maiden for too much longer. Strong chance. EL TIGRE (6) showed tremendous improvement at the second time of asking and surely has more to give. Respect and include in all bets. LE NOTRE (7) has a first four chance.
| SELECTIONS |
| OURO PRETO (8) – CASH COLLECTOR (2) – EL TIGRE (6) – LE NOTRE (7) |
| C2 – PRIX LE PROGRES D’ABBEVILLE (PRIX EDOUARD ACKER) – 2200m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000 |
1. L’ENFANT TERRIBLE – Won four races back, but has been on the decline since. Hard to like. Pass by
2. NO CURE NO PAY – Boasts good form, finished 2nd over 1800m in Handicap class at Croise-Laroche on the 19th of this month. Expected to win
3. VALWUGREEN – Lightly raced, has won once, placed only 9th at Clairefontaine on the 9th of last month. Hard to make a case for. No
4. ALGECIRAS – Has shown very little since winning the maiden and is therefore hard to fancy. Has been finishing downfield. Pass by
5. WAITARA – Would be a huge shock if finding form suddenly and winning. Seems very unlikely. Pass by
6. SAN TEODORICO – Four time winner, ignore last run, won penultimate start and is definitely one for the short list. Big runner
7. MEHGAWAY – Ignore last run when 6th at Moulins, was victorious before that over 2500m at Deauville and has to be taken seriously. Good chance
8. ROYAL MONARCH – Won four races back but has been seriously on the decline since then. Hard to assess of late and can be ignored
9. DRIP – Needs to open the taps and start performing because current form is hard to make a case for. Placed 12th over 2400m in a Handicap and much more is needed
10. MANDOKI – Can be expected to progress on latest run when 5th over 2100m at Vittel in a weak claimer race. Include in all bets
11. IANOVKA – Taking time to win again, only managed a dismal 13th at Chantilly last time and would be a shock winner. Pass by
12. SALSA DU DEMON – She was a winner of her penultimate start over 2500m at Evreux in a Handicap but in May. Last run not exciting. Can improve
Summary: NO CURE NO PAY (2) brings consistent and hot form into the race and might prove difficult to oppose. His last run was attractive when 2nd over 1800m in Handicap class. Strong first suggestion. MEHGAWAY (7) is a two time winning filly that can serve up way more than she did last time. Strong claims. SAN TEODORICO (6) can be forgiven for the bad last run and judged on penultimate win. Strong place chance. MANDOKI (10) has shown enough to warrant being considered for the first four.
| SELECTIONS |
| NO CURE NO PAY (2) – MEHGAWAY (7) – SAN TEODORICO (6) – MANDOKI (10) |
| C3 – PRIX LE RETRO L’ETOILE (PRIX DOMINIQUE GEROUX) – 2200m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000 |
1. VENICE WAY – Long time maiden, finished 8th over 1900m at Deauville on the 15th of last month in Handicap class and can place here
2. LE GARDOLOT – An outsider that will need to progress on last run to feature in the finish. Others preferred
3. TARCENAY – Won well last time over 2000m in a Handicap at Vichy on the 23rd of this month and can follow up. Serious claims
4. VESINABA – Can serve up way more than recent 9th at Saint-Cloud. Respect and include in all bets
5. GLORY DAYS – Hard to make a case for on current form and would be a shock winner. Others should be too strong
6. BRAMANTE – Is in good form, won penultimate, finished a fair 5th over 2400m at Clairefontaine last time. Big runner
7. GOLDEN TRIP – Long time maiden, has been racing in Belgium and will need serious improvement. Finished 5th over 2100m last time. Unlikely
8. PALANZANO – Taking forever to win, current form is on the decline and would be a shock winner. Very small place chance at very best
9. DE QUEVEDO – Finished 6th over 2000m at Vichy last time and will need to build on that for the win but does have a good chance. Big place chance
10. LOVELY MISS – Comes into the race fresh off a victory over 2000m in a Handicap at Parislongchamp on the 29th of August. Serious claims
11. LE HOULME – Finished 10th over 2000m in a Handicap at Strasbourg earlier this month and can be forgiven for that. Place
12. RUE DE VOLGA – Was only 11th at Croise-Laroche in a weak claimer and is hard to fancy. Pass by
Summary: BRAMANTE (6) is a tad erratic but if his recent trends are anything to go by, he is due up for a winning run. He was last seen at Clairefontaine when 5th over 2400m. LOVELY MISS (10) is certainly that, as she is in good winning form and if she were to follow up, it would be absolutely no shock at all. Big runner. VESINABA (4) has a strong place chance and is a must for all bets. TARCENAY (3) has a first four chance and can provide plenty cheek all the way home.
| SELECTIONS |
| BRAMANTE (6) – LOVELY MISS (10) – VESINABA (4) – TARCENAY (3) |
| C4 – PRIX LE CHALET LES ATTAQUES (PRIX FLORENT GEROUX) – 2200m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,000 |
1. PRINCEDESCHAMPS – Back to form last time when 3rd at Le Croise-Laroche over 1800m in a Class 4 handicap on September 19th. Looks like the one to beat
2. MAGURO – Has been 4th on his last two runs, the latter over 1800m in a Class 4 handicap at Le Croise- Laroche on September 19th. Can feature
3. MITARC – Decent 2nd last time over 2500m in a Class 4 handicap at Nancy on May 5th, and a win before that over 2500m in April. Hard to ignore
4. ARAMIS D’AZUR – Fair 3rd last time at Strasbourg over 2000m in a Class 4 handicap on September 8th. Can make the frame
5. DUBAI EMPIRE – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 2000m at Parislongchamp on September 15th in a Class 3 handicap. Needs a few to misfire
6. MANDLYX LOVE – Has several unplaced runs so far, the most recent over 1800m in a Class 4 handicap at Le Croise-Laroche on September 19th. Pass over
7. WALDENON – Three unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 2250m in a Class 4 handicap at Parislongchamp on September 5th. Among the leading place chances
8. RIVER DAVEN – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 2100m at Pornichet in a Class 4 handicap on February 9th. Better suited to the PSF
9. WARNING AT SEA – Three unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 1800m at Ostende (BEL) on August 12th. Unlikely to figure
10. LE CHAT BOTTE – Has dropped in the handicap after some unplaced efforts. Ran a credible race when 7th in a competitive handicap at Compiegne 4 days ago and warrants respect
11. GRAND YAKA – Has five unplaced runs of late, the latter over 2200m at Dieppe in a Class 4 handicap on August 5th. Makes limited appeal
Summary: PRINCEDESCHAMPS (1) ran a good race last time when he was third 10 days ago at Le Croise-Laroche and can get back in the winner’s enclosure this time. MAGURO (2) has been fourth on his last two runs and could be the one that makes the selection work hard for the win. ARAMIS D’AZUR (4) is one for the each-way backers to latch on to after an encouraging run at Strasbourg recently. WALDENON (7) makes up the shortlist.
| SELECTIONS |
| PRINCEDESCHAMPS (1) – MAGURO (2) – ARAMIS D’AZUR (4) – WALDENON (7) |
| C5 – PRIX LE VINCENNES A BEAURAINS (PRIX DES JARDINS FLOTTANTS) – 2200m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 15,000 |
1. ALMACADO GREE – Two good wins recently, the latter of them over 2300m at Royan on August 18th in a Class 4 race. Leading chance of a hat -trick
2. PONTY – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 2400m at Vichy in a Listed race on July 16th. Player
3. NACIDO – 5th two runs back over 2500m in a Class 2 handicap on August 1st at Deauville. Fair efforts in Class 2 races of late and is in the mix
4. LOUVAGNY – 6th on the only run this year over 2000m in a Class 3 race at Vichy on August 15th. Will be sharper for that recent run and can have a say
5. MAT LA FRISTOUILLE – 5th last time over 2200m in a Class 3 handicap at Nantes on September 10th. Won two Class 3 races last year. Consider
6. IRMINA – Has five unplaced runs over hurdles of late, the latter over 3800m at Vittel in a Class 2 race on July 25th. Hard to fancy
Summary: ALMACADO GREE (1) is seeking a hat trick of wins after recent success at Royan in mid-August. His confidence will be high and he can score from PONTY (2) who was an excellent fourth in a Listed race at Vichy two runs ago and was not quite up to Group 3 Class when he ran at Parislongchamp earlier this month. LOUVAGNY (4) will be a lot sharper for a recent run in mid-August and is also one to consider.
| SELECTIONS |
| ALMACADO GREE (1) – PONTY (2) – LOUVAGNY (4) – NACIDO (3) |
| C6 – PRIX LE TREFLE (PRIX DU STADE DE LA LICORNE) – 1650m (a1m) – TURF – Class 4 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000 |
1. EXQUISEMENT – Ran a nice race when 3rd at Nantes over 1600m in a maiden on September 10th. Tries a handicap and can score off top-weight
2. HOPIC – 5th last time in a claimer over 1800m at Compiegne on July 12th. Handicap debut but others are preferred
3. READY KING – Has poor form of late, unplaced over 1800m in a handicap at Le Croise-Laroche on September 19th when last seen. Can be overlooked
4. DEVIL’SPEAK – Good 2nd at Dieppe over 2200m in a Class 3 race on August 5th on his latest run. Handicap debut and can feature
5. PIRATE REBEL – Has yet to trouble the judge in seven runs, a poor run of late when well beaten at Le Croise -Laroche over 1800m on September 19th. Pass over
6. SOVER FAL – Won last time at Redon over 2950m in a maiden on September 1st. Will be in a good frame of mind for that success and should cope with the drop in trip
7. BELHAD JELOIS – Nice 3rd last time over 2000m at Divonne in a Class 3 race on September 1st. One to pay attention too
8. FALABELLA – Has six unplaced runs so far, the latest over 1600m in a claimer at Saint-Cloud on September 20th. Looks of limited ability
9. WALDLADY – Unplaced last time, 4th before that in a handicap at Vittel on August 2nd over 1600m. In the mix
10. QUEEN’S ANGEL – Has been unplaced on five runs since a 2nd placed effort over 2000m in a Class 3 race at Compiegne on March 10th. Hard to rely on
11. ROXANA OF CECCA – 6th last time in a handicap over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on September 6th. Has each-way claims
12. LAMAJESTIK – Unplaced on the last two runs, 3rd before that over 1800m in a handicap at Clairefontaine on June 28th. Can be competitive
13. SUBLIME CHOPE – Has several unplaced runs of late, the latter over 1400m in a handicap at Clairefontaine on July 27th. Needs a few to falter
14. ESHBELIA – Three poor runs this year, the most recent over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in a handicap on September 6th. Has yet to win in 14 starts
Summary: The Henri-Alex Pantall trained filly EXQUISEMENT (1) should have a lot more improvement in her. She makes her handicap debut after a third-placed effort at Nantes in a maiden 19 days ago. DEVIL’SPEAK (4) was beaten narrowly at Dieppe when second last time in early August and is sure to give a good account of himself. SOVER FAL (6) got off the mark at Redon last time over much further and can feature if coping with the drop in trip. WALDLADY (9) is also worth a mention.
| SELECTIONS |
| EXQUISEMENT (1) – DEVIL’SPEAK (4) – SOVER FAL (6) – WALDLADY (9) |
| C7 – PRIX SOCIETE ROUQUETTE (PRIX DES HORTILLONNAGES) – 2900m (a2m) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,000 |
1. KING MOTIF – Fair 5th last time at Moulins over 2800m in a Class 4 handicap on August 26th. He also won in May over 2650m. Ought to be thereabouts
2. FREE BREATH – Has four unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 2000m at Vichy on July 17th in a Class 4 handicap. Merits consideration
3. STILYKER – Decent 2nd last time over 2150m at Landivisiau in a Class 4 race on September 15th when last seen. And a win in June at Niort. Hard to ignore
4. CHACHA BOY – Four unplaced runs of late, a win before that over 2850m at Mons-Ghlin (BEL) on February 9th. Hard to recommend
5. HERMEVILLE – Ran well when 3rd in a Class 3 handicap at Dieppe on July 29th last time. Capable of winning this
6. JARITE FLEURY – 4th last time at Pompadour over 2300m in a Class 4 race on August 18th. Has not won in 47 attempts and is one to avoid
Summary: HERMEVILLE (5) ran a much better race last time when she was third at Dieppe and is capable of winning a race of this nature. Her likely main rival looks like it could be STILYKER (3) who won earlier in the year at Niort in June and ran a pleasing race last time when he was second at Landivisiau in mid-September. KING MOTIF (1) ran a credible race at Moulins when fifth last time and looks the best of the remainder.
| SELECTIONS |
| HERMEVILLE (5) – STILYKER (3) – KING MOTIF (1) – FREE BREATH (2) |
| C8 – PRIX BAR TABAC DU MOULIN MOREUIL (PRIX YVES SAINT MARTIN) – 1650m (a1m) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 16,000 |
1. PRIVATE DINNING – Unplaced last time, a win before that over 1800m in a claimer at Salon Provence on June 25th. Ought to be on the premises
2. REDPEARL – Unplaced on the last two runs, 2nd before that over 1600m in a handicap at Le Mans on April 23rd. Others make more appeal
3. GILDED DRAGON – Three unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 1900m at Chantilly on March 28th in a handicap. Top rated and can get back to form
4. MONSIEUR DUPONT – Two unplaced runs so far, the latest over 1200m at Chantilly on September 3rd when he beat one rival. Opposable
5. EVERSTAR – 5th last time in a handicap at Bordeaux Le Bouscat over 1600m on May 16th. Can make his rivals work hard
6. GOLD O’BOY – Has four unplaced runs this year, the latter over 1600m in a handicap at Saint-Cloud on September 6th. Out of form and best avoided
7. OASINA – Fair 4th over 1400m in a handicap at Le Lion D’Angers on July 11th when last racing. One to keep safe
Summary: Top-rated GILDED DRAGON (3) can get back to form despite a few below-par efforts of late. He was a good third at Chantilly in late March in a handicap. OASINA (7) looks like the main danger. She has been placed on her last two starts, the latest over 1400m in early July. EVERSTAR (5) was not beaten far when fifth at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in a handicap last time and is one to consider. PRIVATE DINNING (1) makes up the shortlist.
| SELECTIONS |
| GILDED DRAGON (3) – OASINA (7) – EVERSTAR (5) – PRIVATE DINNING (1) |
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