| R1 AUTEUIL [L-H] |
| C1 – PRIX MONTGOMERY (GROUPE III) – 4700m (a3m) – TURF – Handicap – Steeple Chase – EUR € 165,000 |
1. INDIVIS – Won his last two chases, the latter over 4400m at this track in a Listed event on September 24th. Can get the hat trick of wins
2. BENOU – 4th last time, he won before that over 4400m in a Listed chase at this track on June 15th. Has place claims
3. MIRALAGO – 4th last time over 3900m in a Listed hurdle at this track on September 28th. Unlikely to trouble some of these
4. LE LISTRAC – Placed 4th on his last three runs, the most recent over 3450m in a handicap chase at Compiegne on September 11th. Merits consideration
5. CALIGRAMME – Won last time at Nantes over 3900m in a Class 1 hurdle on October 7th. Can not be discounted
6. CHORAIL DEBELAIR – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 4400m in a Grade 2 chase at this track on April 6th. Has the talent to be involved at nice odds
7. GO FAST DU BERLAIS – Won last time at Craon over 4200m in a Listed chase on September 22nd. Competitive run expected
8. INAYA JONES – 4th last time in a Class 1 chase at this track over 3500m on October 8th. More is needed in a strong race
9. JOHNNY ROQUE – Two unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 4400m in a Class 1 chase at this track on May 28th. Can make the frame
10. IORANA VALLIS – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 4400m in a Listed chase on June 15th. Looks vulnerable
11. MASTER NONANTAIS – Has run well on his last four runs, the latter when 3rd at this track in a Listed chase at this track over 4400m on September 24th behind INDIVIS (1). Can make the top four
12. SHOWLY – Good 3rd two starts ago in a Class 3 hurdle at Clairefontaine on September 9th over 3600m. One to pay attention too
13. ECOUTE EN TETE – 2nd last time over 4200m at Craon in a Listed chase on September 22nd. Capable if in the mood
14. HERALISTE – 4th last time, 4th before that over 4500m at Clairefontaine in a Listed chase on August 19th. Best form over hurdles recently
15. GAI LURON – 2nd last time over 3800m in a Class 1 handicap hurdle at Moulins on September 21st. Others preferred
16. LADY COEUR – Two unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 4400m in a Listed chase at this track on May 18th. Needs a few to misfire
17. KERIDA – Credible 4th last time over 3700m in a handicap chase at this track on October 13th. Ought to be in the shake-up
Summary: SHOWLY (12) could be the answer in this open race. He was a pleasing third two starts ago in a Class 3 hurdle in early September and could get his head in front for the first time. CALIGRAMME (5) won a Class 1 hurdle last time at Nantes earlier this month and has placed form over fences at this track earlier this year. He can make his rivals work hard for success. INDIVIS (1) has top weight but likes this racecourse and can not be overlooked. MASTER NONANTAIS (11) looks best of the remainder.
| SELECTIONS |
| SHOWLY (12) – CALIGRAMME (5) – INDIVIS (1) – MASTER NONANTAIS (11) |
| C2 – PRIX EMILIUS – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Newcomers Race – Hurdles – EUR € 62,000 |
1. HANI BAL – Newcomer by Saint Des Saints, should improve for this opening run. Watch the betting for clues
2. FREE SPIRIT – Unraced by Muhtathir, fro a respected trainer who knows the time of day. Watch the betting for clues
3. CAFFE NERO – Newcomer by Masked Marvel, the dam won once over hurdles. Monitor the betting for any market interest
4. CAPITAINE DINO – Unraced son of Doctor Dino, stable runners warrant respect. Any market support should be noted
5. SINBOULD – Won on his sole start over 2400m at Vittel on the flat on August 15th. Hurdle debut and has place claims
6. HASSADAM – Unraced gelding by Kapgarde, the dam won 9 races over jumps including Listed and Grade 2 hurdles and Grade 2 and 3 chases. Can be the one to beat on debut
7. LE TIEP’S SACRE – Promise when 2nd on the flat over 2400m at Granville on August 25th. Will be well schooled and is one to keep safe
8. IT’S WIN O’CLOCK – Unraced by Ivanhowe, the dam never ran. With James Reveley booked to ride this gelding will be well tuned for a bold show on debut
9. ROSEMALE HAS – Unraced colt by Kapgarde, the dam was a useful performer who won 13 races, including Listed and Grade 3 hurdles and a Grade 2 chase. Can make presence felt on debut
10. ASTURCON – Unraced by Saint Des Saints, from a respected trainer. One to watch in the betting market for clues
11. HAPPY PEOPLE – Two runs on the flat, 2nd at Argentan on the latest over 2500m on August 26th. One to watch on hurdling debut
12. FOR LIFE – Newcomer by Kamsin and likely to need this debut run. Monitor the betting for any support
13. PATSY HACKETT – Newcomer by Crystal Ocean, the dam never ran. Stable runners know what is required on debut and this gelding should be watched in the betting
14. BLACKBIRD – Unraced by Masked Marvel, Stable runners are well prepared and this newcomer will likely play a lead role
Summary: HASSADAM (6) could be the best option in a race for unraced over hurdles. He has a taking profile and his dam was a class act over jumps. His main threat could be ROSEMALE HAS (9) who also looks the part on paper and will be expected to play a lead role on debut. BLACKBIRD (14) is also making his debut and should know what is required. LE TIEP’S SACRE (7) has the benefit of a run on the flat when a nice second and can be involved again.
| SELECTIONS |
| HASSADAM (6) – ROSEMALE HAS (9) – BLACKBIRD (14) – LE TIEP’S SACRE (7) |
| C3 – PRIX NOIRO – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Listed Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 95,000 |
1. HACKER DU BERLAIS – Won well at Auteuil last time over 3500m in a Class 1 chase on October 2nd and 2nd before that to LECOEURDESHOMMES (2) in September. Can not be overlooked
2. LECOEURDESHOMMES – Won on his chase debut over 3500m at this track on September 10th. Will be fitter for that and looks like the one to beat
3. SHOKDOR – Won on his chase debut at Compiegne on September 11th over 3450m in a Class 2 chase and showed promise over hurdles before that. Contender
4. KUCHARSKY – Unplaced on the sole run over hurdles at this track on September 14th. Chase debut and is one to watch
5. BOTERVIA DU KALON – Unplaced on her chase debut at this track on October 2nd behind HACKER DU BERLAIS (1) over 3500m. Looks safely held
Summary: LECOEURDESHOMMES (2) won on his chase debut at this track in early September and holds a leading chance of following up from the horse he had back in second place that day in HACKER DU BERLAIS (1) who has since franked the form with a win at this track earlier this month in a Class 1 chase. It looks like they can dominate the finish. SHOKDOR (3) jumped well on his chase debut at Compiegne when he won and looks like the best of the others.
| SELECTIONS |
| LECOEURDESHOMMES (2) – HACKER DU BERLAIS (1) – SHOKDOR (3) – KUCHARSKY (4) |
| C4 – PRIX PAUL’S CRAY – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 61,000 |
1. L’AMIRAL D’AINAY – Unplaced last time, 4th before that at this track over 3600m in a Listed hurdle on September 10th. Has work to do
2. UN CHIC CHEVAL – Fair 4th in a handicap hurdle on September 28th over 3500m behind ELEKTRIX (6). Ought to be thereabouts
3. KASHS – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 3400m at Clairefontaine in a Class 4 handicap on September 6th. Hard to recommend
4. SAGARRIC – Unplaced over fences last time, 4th before that in a chase at this track on September 10th over 3500m. Can not be ruled out
5. REVIENT DU LARGE – Won last time over 3400m in a Class 4 hurdle at Dieppe on June 29th. More required in a better race
6. ELEKTRIX – Won last time in a handicap at this track over 3500m on September 28th. Can follow up
7. MARTHA CANNARY – 5th last time over 3500m in a handicap hurdle at this track on September 28th. Can make the frame
8. MOLLY DE BURGE – 3rd last time over 3700m in a Class 2 hurdle at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on October 13th. Makes limited appeal
9. LIPRIKA D’ANJOU – 4th last time at this track in a Class 2 hurdle over 3500m on October 2nd. Opposable
10. TITI DE PARIS – Fair 2nd at this track over 3500m in a handicap on September 28th when beaten by ELEKTRIX (6) when beaten 2L. Can make presence felt
11. SANTANA BEACH – Unplaced last time over 3400m in a Class 3 hurdle at Cholet on October 7th. Looks out of her depth
12. MIRAGE DEUX – Has three unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 1700m in a Class 3 hurdle at Montlucon on April 28th. Unlikely to be a threat
13. BELLALOLA – 6th last time over 3500m in a handicap at this track on September 28th. Can make the top four
14. XCEPTION – Fair 2nd last time at this track at this track on September 24th over 3000m. Place chance
Summary: ELEKTRIX (6) won last time at this track late last month and can follow up in this from the horse he beat that day in TITI DE PARIS (10) who meets on better terms this time. He can get closer but has two lengths to find. UN CHIC CHEVAL (2) was back in fourth in the same race and looks like a safe option for the each-way backers to latch on to. MARTHA CANNARY (7) makes up the shortlist.
| SELECTIONS |
| ELEKTRIX (6) – TITI DE PARIS (10) – UN CHIC CHEVAL (2) – MARTHA CANNARY (7) |
| C5 – PRIX JEAN SENS – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 55,000 |
1. JAVA – Unplaced on the two runs this year over hurdles, the latter on October 8th at this track. Won a Class 2 chase in October 2023 at this track. Can feature
2. JOUR DE FETE – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 3800m in a Class 3 chase at Moulins on September 8th. One to keep safe
3. STARVINA – Fair 5th last time over 3900m in a Class 1 chase at Clairefontaine on July 25th. Can not be ruled out
4. ISALINE DE CHANDOU – Won last time over 3500m in a Class 2 chase at this track on September 19th by 3L. Leading chance
5. TUTTI BELLA – Two unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 3600m in a Class 2 hurdle at this track on March 31st. Others rate higher
6. OKTENTE – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 3800m at Lyon Parilly in a Class 3 hurdle on May 9th. Looks vulnerable
Summary: ISALINE DE CHANDOU (4) scored in a Class 2 chase at this track in mid-September over fences when last seen and has a leading chance of following up. JAVA (1) won a Class 2 chase at this track in October 2023 and has had two starts over hurdles this year. She looks like the main threat. STARVINA (3) ran a credible race in a Class 1 chase last time when she was fifth and warrants respect. JOUR DE FETE (2) is also worth a mention.
| SELECTIONS |
| ISALINE DE CHANDOU (4) – JAVA (1) – STARVINA (3) – JOUR DE FETE (2) |
| C6 – PRIX PELAT – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Listed Race – Hurdles – EUR € 88,000 |
1. TERRA BELLA – Decent 3rd last time at Compiegne over 3600m in a Class 1 handicap hurdle on October 3rd behind CELTY DU KALON (3). Has ground to find but can be competitive
2. ISIS D’INOR – Won last time in a Listed hurdle at this track over 3600m on September 24th. Ought to be in the shake-up
3. CELTY DU KALON – Won a Class 1 handicap hurdle at Compiegne over 3600m on October 3rd when last seen. Honest performer who can play a lead role
4. FICTION DU BERLAIS – 2nd last time at this track over 3600m in a handicap hurdle on October 13th. Has outside place claims
5. ALCYONE ROUGE – Fair 2nd last time in a handicap hurdle at this track over 3900m on September 19th. Might find a few of these too smart
6. LA DELIRANTE – 2nd last time at Compiegne on October 3rd over 3600m in a Class 2 hurdle. Has work to do in a better race
7. KISS LANGY – Nice effort when 2nd in a Listed hurdle at this track over 3600m on September 24th behind ISIS D’INOR (2) when beaten 0.5L. In the mix
8. KALINE ROQUE – 3rd last time in a Listed hurdle at this track on September 24th behind ISIS D’INOR (2) when beaten 4.5L over 3600m. Others make more appeal
Summary: CELTY DU KALON (3) won last time in a Class 1 handicap hurdle at Compiegne earlier this month and has some decent form before that in Listed and Graded hurdle races. TERRA BELLA (1) was back in third in the Compiegne race and has a bit of ground to make up but she can be competitive. ISIS D’INOR (2) won a Listed hurdle at this track on her latest outing late last month and can have a say in proceedings. KISS LANGY (7) heads the remainder.
| SELECTIONS |
| CELTY DU KALON (3) – TERRA BELLA (1) – ISIS D’INOR (2) – KISS LANGY (7) |
| C7 – PRIX PETIT FONTAINE – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 55,000 |
1. CALME OLYMPIEN – Fair 4th in a Class 2 hurdle at this track last time over 3600m on October 2nd. Each way must
2. JUPITER LE DUN – Two unplaced runs over hurdles this year, the most recent over 3600m at this track on October 2nd in a Class 2 race. Opposable
3. LOU MARINA – 5th on the latest run over 3600m at this track in a Class 2 hurdle on October 2nd. Placed on the flat but looks held here
4. KLOTH OF UTOPIA – Fair 5th last time in a Class 2 hurdle at this track on September 14th after a good 4th on debut in a Grade 3 hurdle at this track in March. Player
5. JARAKTAR – Won last time over 3100m at Saint-Brieuc on October 6th on the flat in a Class 4 race. Seems the ideal type to do well over hurdles
6. KARABINE – Two unplaced runs of late, the latter over 3900m in a Class 3 hurdle on October 7th at Nantes. Hard to fancy
7. KEPLER – Ran well to be 2nd at Nantes on his only run over 3900m in a Class 3 hurdle on October 7th. Can make the top four
8. DREAM DU LEMO – Unplaced last time on hurdles debut, won before that over 3400m at Dieppe on the flat in a Class 3 race on July 13th. Place chance
9. AMERICAN HOPE – 5th last time on hurdling debut at this track over 3600m in a claiming hurdle on September 28th. Has something to find
10. FLAVIO NONANTAIS – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 3550m in a Class 4 hurdle at Fontainebleau on February 20th on hurdles debut. Unlikely to feature
11. PARKATTHETHEATRE – Unraced gelding by Walk In The Park, the dam never ran. From a leading stable who will have this gelding well tuned. Any market support should be noted
Summary: KLOTH OF UTOPIA (4) has run well on both of his starts over hurdles. He was third in a Grade 3 hurdle on debut at this track in March and not beaten far in a good Class 2 hurdle in mid-September on his latest run. He can score from JARAKTAR (5) who won on the flat last time and looks like an ideal type to do well over hurdles. CALME OLYMPIEN (1) looks like the solid each-way angle. KEPLER (7) made a promising debut when second and can step forward from that run.
| SELECTIONS |
| KLOTH OF UTOPIA (4) – JARAKTAR (5) – CALME OLYMPIEN (1) – KEPLER (7) |
| C8 – PRIX ROBERT BATES – 4400m (a3m) – TURF – Handicap – Steeple Chase – EUR € 63,000 |
1. KIDNAPPEUR – Won last time over 3700m in a Class 3 chase at Moulins on September 21st. Seems to be improving and can not be excluded
2. DEMON VERT – Has been 2nd on his last two runs, the latter over 3600m in a Class 2 chase at Fontainebleau on October 5th. One to pay attention too
3. MEME PAS KAP – 5th last time over 4400m at this track in a handicap chase on October 2nd. Needs more consistency
4. TISKO DU CHAMP – Unplaced on seasonal return over 3500m in a Class 3 chase on October 2nd at this track. Will strip fitter this time and has each-way claims
5. ASTALAVISTA – Unplaced last two runs, won before that at this track in a Listed hurdle on March 24th over 3600m. Live chance
6. KONFINER – Credible 2nd last time over 3600m over fences at this track on September 14th. Can make the top three
7. SALUT DOC – Fair 4th last time, a win before that over 3800m in a Class 3 chase at Castera- Verduza on September 22nd. Can make an impact
8. KARNAVAL POINT – 4th last time at this track in a chase over 3600m on September 25th. Might find a few of these too smart
9. LETOS – Unplaced on the latest run over 3500m in a Class 3 chase at this track on October 2nd. Hard to recommend
10. THE MUST – Promise when 2nd over 4400m in a handicap chase last time at this track on October 2nd. Can improve again and is in the mix
11. COMEDAM – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 3450m in a claiming chase at Compiegne on May 27th. Up in class and others preferred
12. KING PINEAU – 3rd last time, won before that over 4100m at Craon was on September 22nd in a handicap chase. Unlikely to be a threat
13. KELONIA – 3rd last time, won before that over 3500m in a Class 3 chase at Moulins on September 8th. Among the leading chances
14. LASTDREAM D’OROUX – Has won his last two races, the latter over 3600m in a claiming chase at this track on September 24th. Big leap up in grade and makes limited appeal
Summary: ASTALAVISTA (5) can bounce back to form after a couple of unplaced runs, the latest over fences. He scored at this track in March in a Listed hurdle. THE MUST (10) has a good racing weight and looks like he is improving with race experience over fences. KONFINER (6) looks like a sensible option each way after a good second at this racecourse last time in mid-September. KELONIA (13) is also one that needs to be kept safe.
| SELECTIONS |
| ASTALAVISTA (5) – THE MUST (10) – KONFINER (6) – KELONIA (13) |
| R3 DEAUVILLE [R-H] |
| C1 – PRIX DES ARCADES – 1300m (a6f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000 |
1. BATWAN – Has lost his way of late and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1000m on 6 October. Tries a lot further this time
2. RAKAN – Has already won five times this year, including last time out in a Conditions race at Chantilly over this distance on 12 October. Deserves the utmost respect
3. GAME RUN – Unreliable but was runner-up last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 16 September. Can make the frame
4. OMICRONE – Did not show her best when 8th last time out in a Group 3 at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 15 September. Has won on this surface and is not out of it
5. PEDRITO – Disappointing recent runs and was 6th last time out in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1300m on 6 October. Capable of better and has a winning chance
6. SIAM PARAGON – Is in good shape and was third last time out in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1500m on 9 September. Big chance back on the PSF
7. ICE CLIMBER – Finished 5th on debut in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 1400m on 22 September. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
8. SEE YOU PINK – Has struggled of late and was tenth last time out in a handicap at Deauville over 1400m on 22 August. Others are preferred
Summary: SIAM PARAGON (6) is in very good shape. He also has an impressive record at this track and sets the standard for the race. RAKAN (2) has been good all year and will not go down without a fight. PEDRITO (5) has been a bit of a disappointment of late and does have a winning chance. GAME RUN (3) is unreliable but is also capable of contesting the finish.
| SELECTIONS |
| SIAM PARAGON (6) – RAKAN (2) – PEDRITO (5) – GAME RUN (3) |
| C2 – PRIX DU PRE D’AUGE – 1300m (a6f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Newcomers Race – Flat – EUR € 30,000 |
1. SIR CRATER – A two-year-old colt by Earthlight out of Forest Maiden who is making his debut. Watch the betting
2. BELL BOY – A two-year-old colt by Dream Ahead out of Zazie Top who is making his debut. Watch the betting
3. FRANCESCOLI – A two-year-old gelding by Hello Youmzain out of Vikala who is making his debut. Watch the betting
4. OLYMPIC JACK – A two-year-old colt by Camacho out of Por Eso who is making his debut. Watch the betting
5. TOOGOODTOBEROOD – A two-year-old colt by Zelzal out of Pandora’s Star who is making his debut. Watch the betting
6. UNFOLD – A two-year-old colt by Invincible Spirit out of Fizzi Top who is making his debut. Watch the betting
7. LUFFY – A two-year-old colt by Wooded out of Dardania who is making his debut. Watch the betting
8. HERACLES – A two-year-old colt by Muhaarar out of Champenoise who is making his debut. Watch the betting
9. CITY TOWN – A two-year-old filly by City Light out of Madame Chow who is making her debut. Watch the betting
10. PAX ROMANA – A two-year-old filly by Siyouni out of Miryale who is making her debut. Watch the betting
11. TXIRIMIRI – A two-year-old filly by Hello Youmzain out of Princesa who is making her debut. Watch the betting
12. SAMOILOVA – A two-year-old filly by Night of Thunder out of Lady Galore who is making her debut. Watch the betting
13. KOHANA – A two-year-old filly by Hello Youmzain out of Keegsquaw who is making her debut. Watch the betting
14. NEHIAT – A two-year-old filly by Threat eout of Nehalennia who is making her debut. Watch the betting
15. SELF MADE – A two-year-old filly by Waldpfad out of Nona who is making her debut. Watch the betting
Summary: All newcomers. UNFOLD (6) represents a strong jockey-trainer combination and catches the eye on breeding too. LUFFY (7) is well bred and would not be a surprise winner. Under Maxime Guyon the filly PAX ROMANA (10) is clearly ready to wun and deserves the utmost respect. SIR CRATER (1) has been supplemented for the race and could also be a threat.
| SELECTIONS |
| UNFOLD (6) – LUFFY (7) – PAX ROMANA (10) – SIR CRATER (1) |
| C3 – PRIX DE VILLEPELEE – 1500m (a7f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 28,000 |
1. TEN HORNS – In good form and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Lyn-Parilly over 1600m on 29 September. Can contest the finish again
2. ALABAMA MOON – Disappointing last two runs and was 7th last time out in a Group 3 at this course over 1400m on 9 April. Could surprise returning from a break
3. BRIO – Unreliable and was 7th last time out in a handicap at Chantilly ovcer 1900m on 3 October. Needs to find a few lengthys to win
4. MEMPHIS TENNESSEE – Disappointing last run when 7th in a Listes race at Chantilly over 1600m on 29 June. Has a winning chance returning from a break
5. MCTENETT – In good form and was third last time out in a Conditions race at Cholet over 1350m on 7 October. Has a place chance
6. GEORGES VILLE – Unreliable and was 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 20 September. Can make the frame
7. CI MER – In good form and was runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 20 September. Can go one better
8. GRACELLA – On the up and was a winner of a handicap last time out at Compeigne over 1400m on 17 September. Not out of it
9. MME JOURDAIN – Broke the ice with a conditions win at this track over 1900m on 29 November 2023. Has a winning chance if fit from the break
10. SOLINAH – Did not show her best when 7th last time out in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 20 September. Capable of better and has a winning chance
11. NADELIA – Mostly modest form of late and was 6th last time out in a Conditions race at this track over 1400m on 1 August. Others are preferred
Summary: CI MER (7) is in good form. She is fit and should make a bold bid at scoring. MME JOURDAIN (9) showed promise in her three starts last year but is returning from a lengthy break so her fitness will need to be taken on trust. TEN HORNS (1) is in good shape and can be very competitive once again. SOLINAH (10) is better than her last run would suggest and can make the frame.
| SELECTIONS |
| CI MER (7) – MME JOURDAIN (9) – TEN HORNS (1) – SOLINAH (10) |
| C4 – PRIX DU CHATEAU D’AUVERS-SUR-OISE – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 26,000 |
1. SHOWPOWER – Non runners
2. WELCOME CHARLY – In good form and was third last time out in a handicap at Toulouse over 1600m on 2 October. Should be competitive once again
3. PURPLE MOOD – Did not show his best when 8th last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over this distance on 3 October. Likes this track and trip and can bounce back to score
4. KING ZARAK – Mostly modest form of late and was 7th last time out in a Conditions race at Compiegne over 2800m on 11 October. Better over furth and others are preferred
5. EVERSTAR – Unreliable but was runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at Amiens over 1650m on 29 September. Can contest the finish again
6. XILOFONO – Has struck form of late and was a winner last time out in a handicap at La Teste-de-Buch over 2400m on 30 August. Tries the PSF but is not out of it
7. LA CUESTIONADA – Did not show her best when 9th last time out at Madrid over 2300m on 15 September. Better over further and others are preferred
8. ROLLERCOASTER – Unreliable and was fourth last time out in a Claimer at Vichy over 1600m on 16 July. Needs to find a few lengths to win
9. ARIGATO – Disappointing of late and was 7th in a claimer last time out at Marseille-Borely over 2000m on 16 September. More is needed to win
10. SITOI – Disappointing last run when 9th in a claimer at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 14 October. Capable of better and has a place chance
11. LALA LIGHT – Unreliable and was fourth last time out in a claimer at Chantilly over 1900m on 1 October. Might play a minor role
12. SOUL AND ROMANCE – Did not show her best when unplaced last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 10 October. Won a claimer before that and is not out of it
13. WORLD VISION – Only modest of late and was 5th last time out at Dortmund over 1800m on 5 October. Capable of better and could make the frame
Summary: PURPLE MOOD (3) struggled last time out at Chantilly. He has been very effective over this particular course and distance. He can bounce back to score. EVERSTAR (5) is unreliable but did run well last time out and could be a danger trying a claimer. WELCOME CHARLY (2) is in good form and could be competitive again. WORLD VISION (13) has German form and is expected to improve.
| SELECTIONS |
| PURPLE MOOD (3) – EVERSTAR (5) – WELCOME CHARLY (2) – WORLD VISION (13) |
| C5 – PRIX DE CASTILLON – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 27,000 |
1. TELCHERBOLINE – Yet to win a race but has been ultra-consistent and was runner-up last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 27 September. Can go one better this time
2. ANACONDA – Yet to win a race but was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Nimes over 1900m on 6 October. Can contest the finish
3. IFFROCTA FAL – Has improved with each run and was third last time out in a Conditions race at Craon over 1650m on 22 September. First time in a handicap and has a place chance
4. INTER POL – Showed some improvement when fourth last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 10 October. Not out of it
5. EL PEQUENIO – Good last run when third in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 10 October. Should do even betetr this time around
6. SALSA ROSE – Has been good in claimers of late and was victorious last time out at Royan La Palmyre over 1600m on 15 September. Not out of it trying the PSF
7. GUACARI – Showed improvement when fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Marseille-Borely over 1700m on 28 September. Capable of improvement and deserves respect
8. GWO KA – Showed vast improvement when 5th last time out in a Conditiosn race at Chantilly over 1600m on 1 October. Could earn some money
9. LOUIS DEUX – Disappointing last run when 8th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 27 September. Others are preferred
10. REZZONICO – Has run well in a couple of claimers of late and was third last time out at Argentan over 1900m on 9 October. Could earn some minor money
Summary: TELCHERBOLINE (1) has been very consistent so far. She could have that consistency rewarded by going one better this time. There was not much between EL PEQUENIO (5) and INTER POL (4) last time out and both can get involved with the finish yet again. IFFROCTA FAL (3) has improved with each run and could contest the finish again on handicap debut.
| SELECTIONS |
| TELCHERBOLINE (1) – EL PEQUENIO (5) – INTER POL (4) – IFFROCTA FAL (3) |
| C6 – PRIX D’AUDRIEU – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,000 |
1. INATTENDU – Unreliable and was 6th last time out in a handicap at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1800m on 18 October. Can contest the finish when in the mood
2. ITAEWON – Not disgraced when 5th last time out in a claimer at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 29 August. Capable of making the frame
3. LAUGHINGOF FEAR – Unreliable and was runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at Jarnac over 2500m on 8 September. Might play a minor role at best
4. PRINCE OF DAWN – Holding his form and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at La Roche-Posay over 2200m on 8 September. Might earn some minor money
5. CHIEF MAMBO – Disappointing last run when 9th in a claimer at Chantilly over 1600m on 17 October. In good form before that and is not out of it
6. CHARM KING – Has struggled of late and was 8th last time out in a handicap at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1900m on 13 October. Could surprise returning to the PSF
7. ON Y VA – Did not show his best when 12th last time out in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 17 August. Has a winning chance but is unreliable
8. NORTH HUNTER – Did not show his best when 7th last time out in this division at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 14 October. Did better before that but others are preferred
9. PRESOMPTION – Yet to win a race but was runner-up last time out in a claimer at Chantilly over 1600m on 17 October. Can go one better this time
10. ZAYA DE LA PLATA – On a very long losing run and was 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Vannes over 1500m on 21 September. Can contest the finish
11. LIGHTED GLORY – Finished 5th last time out at Hyeres in a Conditions race over 1850m on 29 September. Has a good record in this division and should fight out the finish
12. SUNLIKE – Yet to win a race and was tenth last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 27 September. Others are much preferred
Summary: LIGHTED GLORY (11) has a good record in claimer and can bounce back to win. ZAYA DE LA PLATA (10) was not disgraced at Vannes last time out and could break a long losing run if at best. ON Y VA (7) struggled at this course last time out but is clearly better than that run would suggest and would not be a surprise winner. INATTENDU (1) is unreliable but is also not out of it.
| SELECTIONS |
| LIGHTED GLORY (11) – ZAYA DE LA PLATA (10) – ON Y VA (7) – INATTENDU (1) |
| C7 – PRIX DE L’ECLUSE FRANCOIS I ER – 1300m (a6f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,000 |
1. BAILEYS BACHELOR – Disappointing last run when 8th in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 8 October. Capable of better and is not out of it
2. QUITE RIGHT TOO – Yet to win a race but did show vast improvement when runner-up last time out in a handicap at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1100m on 19 September. Can go one better this time
3. ENNEDI – Unreliable and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 8 October. Won her penultimate start but is hard to trust
4. EXQUISEMENT – Improving and was third last time out in a handicap at Amiens over 1650m on 29 September. Has a winning chance in this line-up
5. GRECIAN POEM – Well beaten in all three starts and was 12th last time out in a Conditions race at Comiegne over 1600m on 17 September. Capable of improvement trying a handicap
6. NOBLE COTAI – Disappointing recent runs and was tenth last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 8 October. Capable of better and has a place chance
7. AMOUREUSE – Did not show her best when 11th last time out in a handicap at Vichy over 1400m on 23 September. In good form before that and has a winning chance
8. BAYLINER – Yet to win a race but was 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Toulouse over 1200m on 25 September. Could play a minor role
9. CHUNKA WAKAN – On a long losing run and was 5th last time out in a handicap at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1100m on 7 October. Could play a minor role
10. SI CAPO SI – Unreliable and was 8th last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 15 October. Drops in distancre and could surprise
11. PLATINE – Has struggled in most of her starts so far and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 8 October. Others are much preferred
12. HAPPY AGAIN – Unreliable but did not run badly when third last time out in a claimer at Marseille-Vivaux over 1500m on 9 October. Could earn some money
13. TIGER KING – Not disgraced when third last time out in a handicap at Craon over 1300m on 22 September. Capable of an upset
14. GARDEN CHOP – Yet to win a rasce and was 9th last time out in a Conditions race at Amiens over 2200m on 29 September. Others are preferred
15. MOONWALKER – Yet to win a race and was well beaten last time out in a claimer at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1800m on 7 October. Others are much preferred
Summary: A very competitive looking handicap. EXQUISEMENT (4) is improving so gets the narrow vote to score. AMOUREUSE (7) was in good form before struggling at Vichy last time around. BAILEYS BACHELOR (1) is capable of betetr than the last run would suggest and could improve on this surface. QUITE RIGHT TOO (2) showed good improvement last time and could go one better.
| SELECTIONS |
| EXQUISEMENT (4) – AMOUREUSE (7) – BAILEYS BACHELOR (1) – QUITE RIGHT TOO (2) |
| C8 – PRIX DU CANAL DU HAVRE – 1300m (a6f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 21,000 |
1. FOU FURIEUX – Very unreliable and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 8 October. Capable of popping up in a place when in the mood
2. IRIDIA – Has struggled of late and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 8 October. Others are preferred
3. MISS WOO WOO – Did not show her best when 11th last time out in a Claimer at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 14 October. Likes this track and trip and can bounce back to score
4. TEMPO – Very unreliable and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 8 October. Better judged on his penultimate start and is not out of it
5. STORMYGO – Did not show his best when tenth last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 8 October. In good form before that and has a winning chance
6. HOUBI – Unreliable but was runner-up last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 8 October. Has a winning chance
7. FAVORY CHOP – Not disgraced when 5th last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 6 September. Might play a minor role
8. HAUTE GAMME – May have needed the last run when 6th in a handicap at Compiegne over 1400m on 17 September. Could earn some minor money
9. BABETTE – Showed some improvement when 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Compiegne over 1600m on 25 September. Could surprise back on the PSF
10. RUN FOR HOME – Unreliable but was fourth last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 8 October. Might play a minor role
11. CHIRICCO – In good form and was runner-up last time out in a handicap at Craon over 1300m on 22 September. Could earn soem minor money
12. LOVECAYAN – Disappointing recent form and was tenth last time out in a claimer at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 20 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
13. LAS VEGAS DREAM – Unreliable but was not disgraced when fourth last time out in a handicap at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 12 September. Drops in distance and others are preferred
14. LIBERTE – Yet to win a race and was 7th last time out in a handicap at Craon over 1300m on 22 September. Capable of playing a minor role
15. BAKHILOVA – In very good shape and was a winner last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 8 October. Carries a 2kg penalty but can follow up
16. INTUITION – Disappointing last run when well beaten in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 6 September. Has a place chance
Summary: MISS WOO WOO (3) has done her best over this particular course and distance. She can take out this lucky last race. STORMYGO (5) was in good form before flopping at Fontainebleau earlier this month and deserves respect. BAKHILOVA (15) is in good form and can overcome a 2.50kg penalty and score again. HOUBI (6) got close to winning last time out but is not reliable.
| SELECTIONS |
| MISS WOO WOO (3) – STORMYGO (5) – BAKHILOVA (15) – HOUBI (6) |
| R4 CABOURG [R-H] |
| C1 – PRIX DU PAYS D’AUGE – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class E Amateur Riders Race – Harness – EUR € 23,000 |
1. IN THE AIR – Won a Villedieu claimer before finishing 10th of 12 in a 3225m Vitré Class E 2.5 weeks ago, and has little going for him here
2. INDIAN FIGHTER – Not the same horse this year as he was last season, latterly last but one in a 2750m Class E at La Capelle a month ago, and can be confidently passed over
3. INTELLO D’ERABLE – Disappointing 7th of 10 in a 2850m Vincennes Class D last week. Won nicely last time here and must be considered a contender
4. IDEAL MADRIK – 6th of 10 when being conditioned in a 2625m Paray-le-Monial Class H 11 days ago. Has enjoyed a productive year, is barefoot for the occasion, and has been handed a fine draw behind the car
5. ICARE DU POMMEREUX – Sanctioned when prepping for this in a 2400m Amiens Class F on 5 October. Caught the eye over track and trip during the summer and, clearly in top shape, can finally open his harness account
6. IT’S CLASSIC ROCK – Returns to provinces after running 4th of 10 in a 2700m Vincennes Class E 3 weeks ago. Is new to Cabourg but has solid right-handed references and the draw will only work in his favour. Chance
7. ISSALIO – Reassuring 2nd of 12 in a 2150m Enghien claimer a week ago. Will again give everything he has but cannot be considered a priority
8. IN LOVE DE CHARDET – Returns to a track he likes after finishing 10th of 13 in a 2550m Dieppe Class F on 18 September. Is in his category and Philippe Daugeard’s Cabourg record must be taken into consideration
9. IDEAL DAY – Failed to secure the double when 2nd of 10 in a 2900m Chateauroux Class F mid-month. Is new to the venue and not ideally-drawn, but still has wherewithal to make first 5
10. ICARE D’ACADIE – 10th of 13, on first start since the spell, in a Class E over course and distance on 5 October. Has previously won under these conditions, and with front shoes off, can defy the draw and finish close
11. ILTON DU BRAY – 9th of 15, when being conditioned, in a 2700m Segre amateurs Class H 3.5 weeks ago. Barefoot this time and can get a look-in if he turns
12. IMPACT MAGIC – Pleasant 4th of 18 in a 2825m Durtal Class F on 13 October. Takes on a better lot here and the draw will do him no favours
13. INOUR DU VIVIER – Honest campaigner that seldom disappoints when focused. Unraced since being sanctioned in a 2600m Cazaubon-Barbotan Class H 2 months ago. Just front pads fitted this time and others preferred
14. I LOVE JAM – 6th of 16 in a 2450m Caen Class F on 21 September. Has failed to make the frame all year and is not about to buck the trend
Summary: Although seen more often than not under the saddle, ICARE DU POMMEREUX (5) left a good impression under these conditions during the summer and from the 5-spot is well-placed to win this. Tom Debost will still feel the heat from ICARE DU POMMEREUX (5) who has been very hard to knock lately, and the generous IDEAL MADRIK (4) who is barefoot for his first objective of the autumn. Solid in both starts here this year, INTELLO D’ERABLE (3) will have a reasonable claim on the silverware.
| SELECTIONS |
| ICARE DU POMMEREUX (5) – IT’S CLASSIC ROCK (6) – IDEAL MADRIK (4) – INTELLO D’ERABLE (3) |
| C2 – PRIX D’HARCOURT – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Mounted – EUR € 29,000 |
1. I AM MAJYC – Sanctioned, when unsupported, in a Class E over course and distance 3 weeks ago. Barefoot this time but can still be passed over
2. HARIBO DU SURF – Unraced since being sanctioned in a Class F over course and distance mid-July. Hind shoes off but still not easy to recommend
3. ILLICO DE LOU – Has looked very ordinary in both starts this term, most recently 11th of 14 in a 2875m Meslay-du-Maine Class F early this month, and can expect to have few friends
4. INDIAN MYSTIC – Sanctioned in last 2, most recently a 2200m Agon Class H on 18 August. Has had time to recalibrate and, with application, can get a look-in
5. HOLD UP CRAZY – Produced 3 good runs before finishing an unremarkable 6th of 11 to INES DE L’ELLE (6) in a 2750m Angouleme Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Pleased on lone Cabourg appearance though and could yet eke out some prizemoney
6. INES DE L’ELLE – Has taken particularly well to her new vocation, most recently winning a 2750m Angouleme Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Unlikely to repeat but can still make her presence felt. First 5
7. IMELDA – Won shod at Dieppe before faulting, when on course for a payout, in a 2150m Enghien harness Class E 2 weeks ago. Has already won under the saddle here, reverts to a previous formula, and can get in on the action if focused
8. HELIOS DE VANDEL – 5th of 12 in a 3575m Bihorel-lès-Rouen harness Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Unseen under the saddle since March 2022 but has shown decent aptitude. Sports new configuration but others still easier to back
9. IN LOVE REGLISSE – Sanctioned when being prepared for this in a 2725m harness Class D here last week. Will appreciate returning to these conditions and can play a prominent role
10. HYPERION DU BOCAGE – Good 2nd of 8 finishers to INDIGO BEACH (13) in a 2700m Graignes Class F 11 days ago. Has been knocking at the door and will be justly rewarded one of these days
11. INDICE DU CAIEU – Makes just 2nd Cabourg appearance, having run 2nd of 12 in a 2100m Vincennes Class E a fortnight ago. Is close to his race and looks main threat to INDIGO BEACH (13)
12. HIRO MAGIS – 13th of 14, when being conditioned, in a harness Class D over course and distance early this month. Has decent monté credentials, races barefoot this time, but others still preferred
13. INDIGO BEACH – Returns to racing clockwise after comfortably winning a 2700m Graignes Class F 11 days ago. Has nothing to prove racing right-handed and should have this in the bag
Summary: Five times a winner since the start of the summer, and ideally-entered here, INDIGO BEACH (13) has every chance of complementing his Graignes success. Runner-up to him that day, after having finished 2nd at Mauquenchy, HYPERION DU BOCAGE (10) should again feature prominently, but may first have to see off INDICE DU CAIEU (11) who has improved with every run recently. Very hard to knock when focused, IN LOVE REGLISSE (9) has 2 runs under his belt, has previously won here and, barefoot for the occasion, will have an active role to play.
| SELECTIONS |
| INDIGO BEACH (13) – INDICE DU CAIEU (11) – HYPERION DU BOCAGE (10) – IN LOVE REGLISSE (9) |
| C3 – PRIX DE RUCQUEVILLE – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 25,000 |
1. KING D’AZUR – Sanctioned more often than not, most recently a 2925m Cagnes Class E on 21 August. Comes here fresh, with Yoann Lebourgeois reining, and can play a role if he keeps his charge trotting
2. KOLMI DES EPINES – 4th of 11 finishers in a monté Class E over course and distance 3 weeks ago. Hind pads fitted this time but still not easy to make a case
3. KING DE L’ORMERIE – Reliability not his strong suit but reassured late last month when 3rd of 13 in a 2850m Laval Class E. Goes barefoot again and returns to racing clockwise with a good hand to play
4. KAID BOURGEOIS – Has started to come good again after a troubled first quarter, latterly making it 2 in a row when successful in a 2725m Lisieux Class F a month back, and even though in better company this time, still looks a first-3 chance
5. KITOUDOUBLE DELUNE – Barring a pair of sanctions, has been excellent this year, most recently 2nd of 13 in a Class E over course and distance, and will be expected to exact revenge on KRYSTAL PIYA (16)
6. KRONOS DE TROIS – Got back in the game on 21 September when 2nd of 16 in a 2450m Caen Class E, and can again finish close, provided Alexis Collette manages to keep him focused
7. KIRIK DE SEG – Failed to confirm Villedieu success when last but one in a 2750m Angouleme Class E 2.5 weeks ago, and is not about to shake things up
8. KOPERNIC DAIRPET – 10th of 11, on return to competition mid-September, in a 2850m Laval Class E. On front row but still has little to contribute
9. KING’S RETURN – Oddly out of sorts when last of 12 in a 2875m Enghien Class D 10 days ago. Has solid right-handed references but shoes back on and not a priority
10. KENTUCKY FIRST – Serious trotter making first appearance since winning a 2550m Reims monté Class F last April and will need the run
11. KING BLACK DANOVER – 8th of 13 in a 2200m Caen Class D 12 days ago. Has decent references here though and can pick up a cheque
12. KAISER GRIFF – Unlucky last of 13, behind KING BLACK DANOVER (11), in a 2200m Caen Class D on 12 October. Has evident ability and is worth keeping an eye on
13. KILOU – Returns to a track he likes after running 6th of 13 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E on 12 September, and even from 2nd line looks good enough to challenge for the win
14. KASSOUMAYE – Quality colt that was eased back into competition 12 days ago, coming 10th of 13, behind KING BLACK DANOVER (11), in a 2200m Caen Class D. Still in conditioning mode though and best to hold off
15. KARMA TEJY – Makes Cabourg debut after running 9th of 12 in a 2700m Vincennes Class D early-September and, while not devoid of ability, still seems to have too much to do
16. KRYSTAL PIYA – Made up for a brace of sanctions with success in a Class E over track and trip earlier this month and, with application, could yet confirm
Summary: Close to his race, and runner-up here earlier in the month, KITOUDOUBLE DELUNE (5) starts in front again and has a realistic chance of opening his Cabourg account. KRYSTAL PIYA (16) imposed that day and should again figure prominently, but may first have to defer to KILOU (13), who has never disappointed here, and a reconfigured KAID BOURGEOIS (4) who steps up in category on a hat-trick.
| SELECTIONS |
| KITOUDOUBLE DELUNE (5) – KILOU (13) – KAID BOURGEOIS (4) – KRYSTAL PIYA (16) |
| C4 – PRIX DE PERCY – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 26,000 |
1. JOKER BODENSEE – Going well when sanctioned in a Class E over course and distance 3 weeks ago. Takes on a better lot this time though and has no possible chance
2. JOS DU PILET – Sanctioned in last 2, most recently a 2900m Amiens Class F on 21 September. Shoes on and will have nothing to offer
3. JAZZ – 10th of 13, a place behind JEST THE BEST (15), in a 2450m Caen Class E 12 days ago. Has won twice here but must still get his house in order
4. JUST DU CHATELET – Steps up in category after coming 2nd of 8 in a 3250m Class F at Saint-Ouen-des-Toits early-September. Cannot be considered a contender but nonetheless has the wherewithal to make his presence felt
5. JOG JELOCA – 2nd of 7 in a 2200m Caen Class E on 9 September. Has been a model of consistency over recent months and, even shod for the occasion, is unlikely to go home empty-handed
6. JAGUAR DE ROZEVIC – 8th of of 13, a place behind JEST THE BEST (15), in a 2450m Caen Class E 12 days ago. Sports modified shoeing, is confirmed here, but others easier to trust
7. JACKSON D’ECAJEUL – Sent for a break after faulting in a Class E over track and trip early-August. Races shod for re-entry, has won under these conditions and, on good behaviour, can play a leading role
8. JASMIN GEMA – 6th of 15, despite suffering interference, in a 2700m Vincennes Class E on 8 October. Unlikely to impose but won for his driver 2 months ago and will be competitive for a place in the frame
9. JUSTICIER DAIRPET – Was going good-guns in the provinces before finishing 9th of 15 in a 2700m Vincennes Class E on 8 October. Has no particular fondness for Cabourg and can be passed over
10. JUKEBOX DU SCION – Serious trotter but has not been seen out since coming 5th of 11 in a 2850m Laval Class E 5 months ago, and will need the run
11. JET NONANTAIS – Good 3rd of 13, a place behind JEST THE BEST (15), in a 2450m Caen Class E 12 days ago. Pulled off a hat-trick during the summer and is not incapable of beginning the process once more
12. JAPPELOU – 12th of 14, when preparing for this, in a 2800m Tours Class F early last month. Shod to preference this time, incurs no penalty, and should not disappoint
13. JOYEUX LEO – Starts for first time since being sanctioned in a 2925m Bourigny claimer in June. Shoes back on and can be confidently passed over
14. JINGLE PASS – Makes first appearance since finishing 9th of 12 in a 2700m Vincennes Class E 2 months ago. Won his last 2 going right-handed but with shoes back on is unlikely to cause an upset
15. JEST THE BEST – 2nd only to a very good horse in a 2450m Caen Class E on 12 October. Has been firing on all cylinders lately and is thoroughly capable of imposing
16. JE VIENS DU SUD – Sent for a spell two months ago after winning a 2800m Bernay Class F. Is unbeaten when barefoot, Emilien Raulline could not have asked for a better entry, and must be treated with respect
Summary: At the top of his game for the past 3 months, and in his element racing right-handed, JEST THE BEST (15) is reunited with Yoann Lebourgeois and, considering the form of both horse and driver, can wrap this up. That being said, JET NONANTAIS (11) finished a place behind him at Caen recently, and has already won at Cabourg this year. Similarly victorious here, JACKSON D’ECAJEUL (7) returns fresh for the occasion and with shoes back on, can get straight back in the game. JASMIN GEMA (8) caught the eye in Paris earlier in the month and, with Benjamin Rochard in the bike, will be afforded every chance.
| SELECTIONS |
| JEST THE BEST (15) – JET NONANTAIS (11) – JACKSON D’ECAJEUL (7) – JASMIN GEMA (8) |
| C5 – PRIX DES GRIVES – 2050m (a1m1/4) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 18,000 |
1. MAGNUS MAXIMUS – Qualified decently at Grosbois in June and confirmed with a solid 4th of 11 in a 2550m Reims Class E on debut last Sunday. Is plainly a colt for the future and looks a serious proposition
2. MIRADOR PLANCHETTE – Qualified in a modest 1’20”9 before being sanctioned early, first time out, in a 2450m Caen Class D last Sunday, and will first need to reassure
3. MYTHIQUE RENKA – 5th on turf first time out, most recently 6th of 12 in a Class D over course and distance 3 weeks ago. In less-exalted company this time and has a realistic chance of trotting his way into the frame
4. MAXIMILIANO DE LOU – Qualified without fanfare and debuted in similar fashion, coming 7th of 8 in a 2100m Evreux Class G a month ago, and will generate little interest
5. MELANCHOLY MAN – Unremarkable 7th of 12, a place behind MYTHIQUE RENKA (3), in a Class D over course and distance 3 weeks ago. Franck Nivard in the bike this time and is ideally-positioned to give this a good go. Place chance
6. MISTER SALTOR – Showed marked improvement when 3rd of 11 finishers in a 2050m Laval Class F late-September. Has masses of untapped potential and is thoroughly capable of bringing home the bacon
7. MALOU DU BOIS – Sanctioned in both outings to date, most recently a 2700m Graignes Class E on Saturday, and will likely stay friendless in the markets
8. MAGNIFICO DE JANY – Sanctioned on racecourse debut 10 days ago, 4 months after qualifying in 1’18”0 at Caen. Is clearly capable and, with stride in check, should not be too far off the mark
9. MINOS DE BERLES – Untried gelding that qualified in an unexceptional 1’19”7 at Caen 2 weeks ago and is not about to shake things up
Summary: MISTER SALTOR (6) showed both his aptitude and form at Laval late last month and, with David Thomain reining this time, can make his right-handed debut a winning one. MAGNUS MAXIMUS (1) has been given the rail here but has looked a decent trotter in the making and will be no soft touch. MYTHIQUE RENKA (3) is better than his latest performance here would suggest and will be competitive for a step on the podium this time.
| SELECTIONS |
| MISTER SALTOR (6) – MAGNUS MAXIMUS (1) – MYTHIQUE RENKA (3) – MELANCHOLY MAN (5) |
| C6 – PRIX DES HIRONDELLES – 2050m (a1m1/4) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 18,000 |
1. MAESTRIA GOLD – Flattering 5th of 7, on debut, in a 2625m Cherbourg claimer 2.5 weeks ago, and appears to have no possible chance
2. MIMI RAUDIERE – Associated with Benjamin Rochard again after coming 4th of 11 finishers in a 2050m Laval Class F on 26 September. Starts in front and looks to be in with a realistic chance of getting off the mark
3. MASTERCLASS D’EARL – Confirmed her respectable qualification when 2nd of 8 finishers, on debut, in a 2100m Evreux Class G a month ago. Unlikely to cause an upset but nevertheless looks a respectable first-5 chance
4. MIYAJIMA VET – Sanctioned in last 2, most recently a Class D over course and distance on 16 October. Handed a decent draw but others still easier to trust
5. MODESTY – Ran 4th of 8, on debut, in a 2650m Alencon Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Has been handed an excellent draw in front and the change of driver will only work to her advantage
6. MOUSTACHE – Unable to confirm Parilly performance when sanctioned early in a 2050m Class D here last week. Is plainly capable and can get in on the action if Nathan Rousseau keeps her trotting
7. MOON DREAM – Decent 4th of 10 in a 2050m Cordemais Class F on 6 September. Drawn wide but has shown potential and the engagement of Yoann Lebourgeois must be taken at face value
8. MAMZELLE DREAM – Unremarkable 7th of 8 in a 2650m Alencon Class F on 6 October, and will need to show marked improvement in order to play a role here
9. MAKE LIFE DE CLECY – Looked very ordinary in Caen qualification last month, posting 1’20″2. Handed a tough draw and is not about to trouble the judge
10. MONA D’EP – Qualified in 1’21″0 at Caen last spring. Has had time to come into herself but will need to be significantly sharper this time around
11. MARION D’ATOUT – Qualified in 1’17″0 at Caen on 8 August. Not ideally-drawn but gets a leading driver for racecourse debut and, if as good in competition, can impose at first time of asking
12. MADONE DU TRIEUX – Qualified respectably before faulting, first time out, in a 2500m Bihorel-lès-Rouen Class E 2.5 weeks ago, and can be passed over
13. MUSE DE CAPONET – Qualified in 1’19″3 at Caen 2 weeks ago. Pulled a tough draw and perhaps best to monitor this time
14. MELINA SUPREME – Qualified in 1’20″3 at Caen last May but, given her provenance, can defy the draw and get straight down to business
Summary: A nicely-bred filly that qualified very smartly at Caen during the summer, David Thomain gets the nod for her debut and, despite the draw, can make it a winning one. MIMI RAUDIERE (2) has 2 races under her belt, caught the eye at Laval last time, and looks the main danger. MODESTY (5) did everything asked of her first time out, will have come on for the run, and benefits from the engagement of Paul Ploquin. Unexceptional in her spring qualification, MELINA SUPREME (14) has had time to come on, hails from one of the best yards in the country, and cannot be ignored
| SELECTIONS |
| MARION D’ATOUT (11) – MIMI RAUDIERE (2) – MODESTY (5) – MELINA SUPREME (14) |
| C7 – PRIX DES GOELANDS – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Mounted – EUR € 22,000 |
1. KINOA DES ETANGS – Untried filly that qualified in 1’19″0 at Caen last April, and will struggle to make any impact
2. KINOURA DES MONTS – Modest filly that finished last of 9, on monté debut, in a 2700m Graignes Class F on Saturday, and backs up with no possible chance
3. KELLE MAJYC – Disappointing for some time, most recently over 2850m at Nuillé-sur-Vicoin 10 days ago, and even sporting modified shoeing, can be confidently ruled out
4. KISS ME DU DOLLAR – Out of the picture in last 2, most recently last of 9 behind KRISTINA DU CLOS (16) in a Class E over course and distance 3 weeks ago, and will not be influencing the outcome
5. KOLLOWA – Debuts under the saddle after faulting in a 2725m Lisieux harness Class G 11 days ago. Is not about to spring a surprise but, with Paul Ploquin in the irons, can hold her own
6. KALAMITY GABY – No closer than 4th in 7 starts under the saddle, most recently sanctioned in 3 October race of reference. Adrien Lamy onboard this time and can get a look-in if he keeps her focused
7. KISSME COOL D’EB – Ran 3rd at Castillonnès before coming 5th of 8 in a 2900m Challans Class F 11 days ago. Appears to be on way back up and the revised configuration should work to her advantage. Chance
8. KEDRIA – Has been giving a good account of herself lately, most recently 4th of 9 to KRISTINA DU CLOS (16) in a Class E over course and distance 3 weeks ago. Unlikely to lose maiden tag but can still hold her own. First 5
9. KLIMKA DE VANDEL – Debuts in the discipline after running sixth of nine in a 2475m Royan Class F last week. Reverts to a previous formula but others still preferred
10. KOLLINETTA – Surprisingly sanctioned in a 2500m Bihorel-lès-Rouen Class F last Sunday. Is clearly in shape and Andréa Roussel will be keen to set the record straight
11. KALMIE HAUFOR – Encouraged at Agon before finishing 8th of 11, behind KARYNNA FLOMART (13), in a 3000m Class F at Rochefort-sur-Loire early-August. Unraced since and with shoes on will have little to contribute
12. KATANGA DE L’ITON – Lost her action early in a 2450m Caen Class F on 18 September. Is plainly in cracking form and can make this her own if Benjamin Rochard assures her initial strides
13. KARYNNA FLOMART – Modest trotter that finished 7th of 8 in a 2500m Class F at Bihorel-lès-Rouen last Sunday, and is not about to break the mould
14. KATIE CATZ – Sanctioned in both since returning from her break, latterly when fighting out finish in 3 October race of reference. Shoes back on though and best to keep one’s powder dry
15. KALAMINE – Takes first public steps under the saddle after finishing last of 10 in a 2650m Cherbourg claimer 2.5 weeks ago. Sports a new configuration but still not an obvious choice
16. KRISTINA DU CLOS – Left a good impression to run 2nd of 9 finishers in a Class E over course and distance 3 weeks ago. On back line but, with form maintained, can confirm
17. KLEM – Last but one, when preparing for this, in a harness Class E over course and distance on 5 October. Has nothing to prove under these conditions and, with application, can redeem herself
18. KALINKA ERA – 11th of 14, on return to competition, in a 2100m Vincennes Class E earlier in the month. Will have come on for the run and, even in spite of a 25m handicap, should logically finish in the mix this time
Summary: Winner under these conditions during the summer, KATANGA DE L’ITON (12) was sanctioned at Caen last time but is reunited with Benjamin Rochard, who won with him here, and can return to successful ways. They can nevertheless expect to encounter resistance from KISSME COOL D’EB (7) who has hind shoes off for her return to the venue, and second-row starter, KRISTINA DU CLOS (16), who ran 2nd over course and distance 3 weeks ago. Somewhat disappointing since imposing here during the summer, KLEM (17) freshened up under harness and can start to put things right.
| SELECTIONS |
| KATANGA DE L’ITON (12) – KISSME COOL D’EB (7) – KRISTINA DU CLOS (16) – KLEM (17) |
| C8 – PRIX DE TOURLAVILLE – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 22,000 |
1. LE BARON BEZILLAT – Has not raced since coming last of 12 in a 2950m Vichy Class E early-July, and will have nothing to contribute on first start back
2. LATINO AU CROSNIER – Encouraged at Thouars before finishing 8th of 11, behind LATINO DES ISLES (4), in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class E late last month, and can be confidently passed over
3. LAGON DU DEZERT – Makes first appearance since finishing 7th of 10 in a 2625m Cherbourg Class E mid-June. Shoes on and will need the run
4. LATINO DES ISLES – Has turned a corner since starting to race in current configuration, latterly 4th of 11 in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class E 3.5 weeks ago. A contender he is not but can still pick up a slice of the pie
5. LORENZO DE BUCY – Made up for Ecommoy blip when 4th of 10 in a 2850m Laval Class E on 5 October. Goes well right-handed and can pleasantly surprise
6. LUCKY DELADOU – Somewhat reassuring 6th of 12, behind L’AS DES CARAIBES (9), in a 2725 Class E here 3 weeks ago. Will not be available at 152/1 but cannot be considered a priority either
7. LOCO FLIGNY – Goes right-handed for just 2nd time after winning a 2800m Cholet Class F 3.5 weeks ago. Alexis Collette at the helm on this occasion and is not going to go down easily
8. LARRE – Unseen since finishing last of 6 in a 2650m Class E at les Sables-d’Olonne late-August. In this category, will have nothing to contribute
9. L’AS DES CARAIBES – Put in quite the performance to run 5th of 12 in a 2725 Class E here 3 weeks ago. Further improvement expected and will not be available at 65/1 on this occasion
10. LONDON EYE – Has not been seen out since faulting in a 2700m Class D at Le Croise-Laroche 5 months ago. Not the easiest of horses to handle but is better than most here, and can win this if he stays in stride
11. LOUP DE MER – Twice ran 3rd before finishing 8th of 13 in a 2700m Class E at La Capelle a month ago. Goes clockwise for first time since July, with 4 pads fitted, but others still preferred
12. L’ESPOIR – Sent for a rest after opening his account in April. Given an easy comeback, finishing 9th of 11, behind LAUBERHORN (14), in a 2875m Class D at Meslay-du-Maine earlier this month, and must be taken more seriously this time
13. LUCKY FIX – Hard to fault lately, most recently winning a 2200m Vitre Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Takes on a tougher lot this time however and chances limited
14. LAUBERHORN – Lost his maiden status at Blain-Bouvron-Le Gâvre before running 5th of 11 in a 2875m Meslay-du-Maine Class D on 2 October. Not a priority this time but is well-entered and should not be far off the mark
Summary: Although sanctioned more often than not, Sebastien Guarato’s LONDON EYE (10) has shown significant promise and, with hind pads fitted for his first start since the spring, can open his autumn account. Yoann Lebourgeois will still want to be wary of the improving L’AS DES CARAIBES (9) who defied his odds here earlier in the month, and the Duvaldestin’s L’ESPOIR (12) who will have benefitted from his Meslay re-entry run. Revitalised since starting to race with pads, LOCO FLIGNY (7) got off the mark late last month and, with morale intact, will be competitive for the double.
| SELECTIONS |
| LONDON EYE (10) – L’AS DES CARAIBES (9) – L’ESPOIR (12) – LOCO FLIGNY (7) |
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