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French Selections Sunday 5th

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R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX GELINOTTE – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Gr2 Race – Harness – EUR € 120,000

  1. GRACE BREED – Italian trotter with sound references at a higher level, including a last-start 4th in the Group I Gran Premio Allevatori Femmine Masaf over 2100m on 14 December. Place chance
  2. MIRATISSIME – Promising filly with sound/consistent form references, albeit at a lower level. Didn’t go unnoticed when finishing 5th at this venue over 2850m on 25 December
  3. MADNESS – Progressive trotter with untapped potential but the form and experience to acquit herself competitively – finished 3rd over 2200m at this venue on 23 November. Not taken lightly
  4. MAGIC AMERICA – Progressive filly, unbeaten in 3 starts – each victory more impressive than the last. Completed the hat-trick here over 2700m on 4 December and could make sufficient progress to remain undefeated – this is her acid test!
  5. MASINA DE TILLARD – Lost her unbeaten record last time (start #4) in a 27000m Group II at this venue last month – missed the start that day but shouldn’t be hastily condemned for that 15 December failure. Keep safe
  6. GEILES LEBEN HOME – Consistent Italian filly with solid form references/credentials, including a last-start 3rd in a 2100m Group I at Milan on 14 December. Not taken lightly
  7. MONEGASQUE – Delicate filly with undeniable means and sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 3rd in a Group II at this venue over 2700m on 15 December. Dark horse
  8. MISTY GREEN – Raced offensively in the 2700m Group II Prix Une de Mai on 15 December at this venue and gamely stuck to her task, finishing a creditable 6th. Respected over this shorter distance
  9. MARGAUX DES ARRIS – Confirmed the form and improvement of her previous start (course-and-distance victory) with a career-best 2nd over 2700m in a Group II event at this venue on 15 December. Attractive outsider
  10. MORALITY – Complicated and seldom far from a fault but undeniably talented filly – usually acquits herself well when remaining wise. Finished 4th in a 2700m Group II on 15 December. Dark horse
  11. MASSIVE ATTACK – Delicate filly with undeniable means and sound references/form credentials but seldom far from a fault these days. Disqualified in consecutive recent starts, the latest in a 2700m Group II on 15 December – a question of wisdom
  12. MELODY COOL – Blotted her copybook in a 2700m Group II at this venue on 15 December. Capable of better but best watched for now
  13. MELBA DU GERS – Finished well to win a recent 2850m harness race on this course last month (25 December). Will remain competitive, even over this shorter distance
  14. MONICA JISCE – Delicate debut winner who snapped a run of 3 consecutive disqualifications by winning the Group II Prix Une de Mai on this course over 2700m on 15 December. Need only avoid disqualification to fight for victory again
  15. GOLDIE HOME – Classy Italian filly with solid references/form credentials at the highest level, including a last-start 2nd in the Group I Gran Premio Allevatori Femmine Masaf over 2100m on 14 December. Keep safe
    Summary: Undefeated MAGIC AMERICA (4) faces her toughest test but it could pay to follow her progress. MONICA JISCE (14), winner of the Group II Prix Une de Mai, MISTY GREEN (8) and MASINA DE TILLARD (5), who shouldn’t be hastily condemned for her first defeat (failure) last time, have the form and experience to make life difficult for the selection. Italian filly GOLDIE HOME (15) and last-start winner MELBA DU GERS (13) complete the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    MAGIC AMERICA (4) – MONICA JISCE (14) – MISTY GREEN (8) – MASINA DE TILLARD (5)
    C2 – PRIX D’ETREPAGNY – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 46,000
  16. EGUADOR – Soundly beaten (11th) in this shoe-fitting over 2850m on 4 December at this venue. Best watched for now
  17. EMIRO CLEMAR – Lost his way last year and isn’t likely to trouble the judge on the evidence of recent displays. Soundly beaten (11th) in a Quinte+ event over track and trip on 25 December
  18. ELAND – Complicated trotter, seldom far from a fault although usually acquits himself competitively when applied/remaining wise – confirmed as much by finishing 2nd in a Quionte+ over track and trip on 25 December. Confirmation required
  19. THE LION – Consistent Scandinavian trotter confirmed under these conditions/in this configuration with sound form references, including a last-start 3rd in a course-and-distance Quinte+ event on 25 December. Not taken lightly
  20. ERNESTO ROC – Complicated trotter with sound references, though seldom far from a fault. Didn’t go unnoticed when finishing 8th in a 2850m harness event on 22 November – dark horse
  21. CAVIAR FROM MINE – Last-start winner (shod) over 2140m at Romme on 16 December. Not taken lightly in his first start on French soil with all 4 shoes removed
  22. NELSON GREENWOOD – Sparked improvement when finishing 4th over 2600m at Wolvega on 20 December. More needed but it’s encouraging that his shoes are removed
  23. EXPRESS D’ARC – Back to his best recently, winning consecutive Vincennes appearances under these/similar conditions – the latest in a course-and-distance Quinte+ event on 25 December. The hat-trick beckons
  24. KWARTZ SIBEY – Honest hard-knocker who finished 2nd on this course over 2850m last month. Shouldn’t be hastily condemned for a disappointing recent performance (8th) over track and trip on 29 December, especially with Mathieu Mottier engaged
  25. KEVISAN – Returned to form with a reassuring 2nd in this shoe-fitting on 29 December in a similar course-and-distance event. Candidate for success
  26. KAZAR – Consistent hard-knocker who won a course-and-distance race in late October. Shouldn’t be hastily condemned for a disappointing recent performance (7th) over track and trip on 8 December – has the means to set the record straight
  27. UNDERGROUND ARTIST – Consistent Scandinavian trotter confirmed under these conditions and in this unshod configuration with references at a higher level. Respected on French soil with trainer Robert Bergh enlisting the services of Eric Raffin – keep safe
  28. KAISER – Consistent performer with sound references but seldom far from a fault – usually acquits himself competitively when applied/remaining wise. Shouldn’t be hastily condemned for his recent disqualification here (2700m) on 8 December
  29. KARMA – Versatile trotter with undeniable means but out of sorts at present – disqualified twice and unplaced twice in his last 4 appearances. Finished 9th (shod) over 3000m at Nantes on 6 November – capable of better with his shoes removed
  30. KILL BILL PIYA – Consistent hard-knocker with sound references/form credentials, albeit at a slightly lower level – finished a good 2nd over 2850m at Lyon-Parilly in this shoeing configuration on 16 November. For lovers of outsiders
    Summary: EXPRESS D’ARC (8) has looked better than ever recently, winning back-to-back starts at this venue. He’s taken to continue his momentum by completing his hat-trick at the expense of KEVISAN (10), who leads the opposition ahead of ELAND (3), runner-up to the selection here on Christmas Day, and KAZAR (11). With Eric Raffin at the helm, UNDERGROUND ARTIST (12) isn’t taken lightly in his first start on French soil.
    SELECTIONS
    EXPRESS D’ARC (8) – KEVISAN (10) – ELAND (3) – KAZAR (11)
    C3 – PRIX D’ENGHIEN – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Gr3 Race – Mounted – EUR € 90,000
  31. LEONCE DU CLOS – Consistent colt with sound references/form credentials, albeit at a lower level – finished 5th at this venue over 2175m in this shoeing configuration on 28 December. Improvement needed
  32. LUZ FATALE – Complicated filly with undeniable means, though seldom far from a fault – disqualified in consecutive recent outings, the latest in a course-and-distance Group I event on 15 December. For another day
  33. LISBONNE DRY – Delicate filly with undeniable means and references at the highest level, including a last-start 3rd in the Group I Prix de Vincennes over track and trip on 15 December. Unshod for the first time, she can fight for victory if remaining wise
  34. LAMBADA DU GOUTIER – Runner-up in a 2450m Group I event at Caen in October so shouldn’t be hastily condemned for a subsequent failure (disqualification) in a course-and-distance Group II event on 30 October. Not taken lightly on her reappearance
  35. LONG ISLAND – Versatile filly with the form and experience in both trotting categories to play a leading role. Did well to finish 5th in consecutive Group races recently, the latest in a course-and-distance Group I event on 15 December – on the shortlist
  36. LUCAS – Experienced colt with sound references/form credentials under the saddle, including a course-and-distance 3rd in a Group III race on 21 November. Shouldn’t be hastily condemned for finishing 8th in a Group I race on 15 December
  37. LOOPING DAY – Consistent hard-knocker with sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 4th in a course-and-distance Group III event on 25 December. Attractive outsider
  38. LOVISSIME – Versatile filly with sound references/form credentials in both trotting categories but most efficient under the saddle. Didn’t go unnoticed (7th) in a course-and-distance Group I mounted race on 15 December- keep safe
  39. LIONHEART – Prolific colt with an impressive record and room for improvement. Won 7 of 8 starts before his disqualification in the course-and-distance Group I Prix de Vincennes on 15 December – deserves another chance and could make amends
  40. LUCKY SIBEY – Bounced back to form with a reassuring 4th in the course-and-distance Group I Prix de Vincennes on 15 December. Will be competitive with a repeat of that performance and is open to improvement racing unshod for the first time
  41. LITTLE ORELIE – Classy filly with sound references/form credentials – she is the highest earner in the field. Disqualified in the Group I Prix de Vincennes over track and trip on 15 December but could well redeem herself, especially with shoes removed
    Summary: Prolific LIONHEART (9) fluffed his lines recently in the Group I Prix de Vincennes but retains undeniable means and could redeem himself. LITTLE ORELIE (11) fits a similar profile and shouldn’t be hastily condemned either for her recent failure (disqualification). LISBONNE DRY (3), LONG ISLAND (5), LUCKY SIBEY (10) and LOVISSIME (8) have the form and experience to challenge for a spot on the podium.
    SELECTIONS
    LIONHEART (9) – LITTLE ORELIE (11) – LISBONNE DRY (3) – LONG ISLAND (5)
    C4 – PRIX DE LILLE – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class A Race – Harness – EUR € 90,000
  42. HAPPY DANICA – Last-start winner over 2925m at Cagnes-sur-Mer on 14 December. Confirmed under these conditions/this shoe-fitting
  43. EXTREME (DEN) – Well-performed veteran trotter regaining momentum recently after enduring soundness issues. Didn’t go unnoticed (4th) in a 1600m Charlottenlund harness event on 10 November – will appeal to lovers of outsiders
  44. HEDIC GEMA – Reliable veteran hard-knocker with undeniable means – the form and experience to play a leading role. Finished 3rd over 2925m at Cagnes in a 2925m Group III event on 21 December
  45. HIDALGO DES NOES – Bounced back to form with a reassuring 3rd in a 2175m Group III harness event on 11 December. Not taken lightly
  46. CASH BANK BIGI – Experienced Italian mare, a regular at this level although out of sorts at present – unplaced (7th) in a 2850m Quinte+ at this venue on 15 December. For another day
  47. GRECO BELLO – Ultra-consistent performer at the peak of his powers – in good form and physical condition. Runner-up over 2700m at this venue on 21 December – keep safe
  48. JACK TONIC – Has held his own at a high level but faces his elders for the first time. Shouldnt be hastily condemned for his failure (disqualification) in a 2700m Group I race here on 22 December – dark horse
  49. HORCHESTRO – Honest hard-knocker with sound references and solid form credentials, including a last-start 3rd at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 1 December. Should have a role to play
  50. EUREKA VRIE – Experienced hard-knocker with sound references (2 victoires) at this level. Didn’t go unnoticed when finishing 7th in a competitive 2700m event here on 21 December – attractive outsider
  51. HANDY BOURBON – Former Group II winner of the Prix Jean Gauvreau but struggling to regain his best level – soundly beaten (14th) over 2800m at Pontchâteau on 22 December
  52. ESTEBAN JIEL – Honest hard-knocker who finished a reassuring 3rd on this course over 2700m on 21 December. More needed
  53. IZNOGOUD AM – Runner-up in a 2022 Group I on this course but far from his best level these days. Soundly beaten (9th) over track and trip on 14 December – others preferred
  54. BENGAN – Runner-up in the Group III Prix de Chenonceaux in November before a disappointing subsequent performance (9th), albeit at Group I level over 2700m at this venue on 22 December. Winning chance with Jean-Michel Bazire at the helm
  55. I CAN DREAM – Experienced veteran mare with sound references, though most effective without her irons (unshod). Finished 9th in a 2850m harness event here on 28 December – best watched for now
  56. INDY ROCK – Not immune to a fault but his competitiveness at this level is beyond doubt. Disqualified at Solvalla over 2140m on 14 November but is the class horse in the race – sets the standard and needs only to remain wise to fight for victory
    Summary: INDY ROCK (15) enjoyed a stellar season in Sweden last year, competing brilliantly at the highest level. With an error-free trip, he ought to set the record straight and is good value to emerge victorious. Stablemate BENGAN (13) has also proven his competitiveness against the best in France, particularly at Vincennes. With Jean-Michel Bazire at the helm, he is another serious candidate for race honours. Carefully prepared for this favourable entry, HORCHESTRO (8) should make his presence felt too. Hard-knockers HEDIC GEMA (3), HAPPY DANICA (1) and GRECO BELLO (6) are others with legitimate podium aspirations.
    SELECTIONS
    INDY ROCK (15) – BENGAN (13) – HORCHESTRO (8) – HEDIC GEMA (3)
    C5 – PRIX CHARLES TIERCELIN – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Gr2 Race – Harness – EUR € 120,000
  57. LIGHT MY FIRE – Unreliable colt but isn’t devoid of ability. Showed his form and well-being by finishing 3rd in a course-and-distance Group III race on 25 December
  58. LA JOYEUSE WICZ – Experienced but inconsistent filly with undeniable means/sound references (3rd in a course-and-distance Group II on 17 November). Unplaced in both subsequent starts, the latest (6th) in 2700m Group I mounted race on 15 December
  59. LONDON – Delicate but usually acquits herself competitively when applied/remaining wise – confirmed as much by finishing 2nd in her last 3 completed starts, twice at Group II level (runner-up in a 2175m Group II here on 25 October). Dark horse
  60. L’AMOURPOURBLANCA – Classy Scandinavian trotter who was soundly beaten (9th) in a 2100m Group I at this venue on 8 December. Others preferred
  61. LITTLE BROWN – Complicated colt but has undeniable means and sound references/form credentials at this level. Shouldn’t be hastily condemned for finishing 8th in a 2100m Group I at this venue on 8 December
  62. LARGO DE CASTELLE – Experienced colt with undeniable means and sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 2nd here over 2850m in a Group III event on 1 December. Not taken lightly
  63. LUCKY JACKSON – Versatile but delicate colt with references at a high level in both trotting codes – usually acquits himself competitively when applied/remaining wise. Respected back in the harness category despite his disqualification under the saddle in a 2700m Group I mounted race on 15 December
  64. LOULOU DE MYE – Honest hard-knocker with the form and experience at this level to play a leading role in a race like this, especially in this configuration (unshod for the first time). Finished a creditable 5th in a 2100m Group I race here on 8 December
  65. LOTTA BOURBON – Consistent hard-knocker with the form and experience to make her presence felt. Didn’t go unnoticed when finishing 6th in a 2100m Group I event at this venue on 8 December – respected with all 4 shoes removed for the first time
  66. LUCIANO MENUET – Enigmatic trotter with undoubted ability and sound references/form credentials at Group level. Shouldn’t be hastily condemned for his failure (disqualification) in a 2100m Group I event here on 8 December – question of wisdom
  67. LOMBOK JIEL – Exciting colt with impressive references/form credentials at this level in the harness category. Had legitimate excuses for his recent failure (disqualification) in a 2100m Group I event at this venue on 8 December – worth another chance
  68. FRANK GIO – Well-traveled high-class performer with references at the highest level, including a last-start 2nd at this venue in the Group I Prix Ready Cash over 2100m on 8 December. Sets the standard
    Summary: FRANK GIO (12) was narrowly headed in a Group 1 last time out and a repeat of this effort shall make him hard to beat in this line-up. The highly promising LOMBOK JIEL was unlucky last time out and is expected to make amends. LOULOU DE MYE (8) a good reliable performer who has every chance for the podium. LUCKY JACKSON (7) is back in a harness contest without shoes and must be closely monitored.
    SELECTIONS
    FRANK GIO (12) – LOMBOK JIEL (11) – LOULOU DE MYE (8) – LUCKY JACKSON (7)
    C6 – PRIX DE SALON DE PROVENCE – 2850m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 46,000
  69. ICE HAUFOR – Experienced veteran mare with sound references at this level but currently out of sorts – soundly beaten (15th) at this venue over 2100m on 31 December. Has no references in this configuration but is respected with Yoann Lebourgeois
  70. IGGY DU LOISIR – Unreliable veteran, though seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Unplaced (9th) in a course-and-distance event on 21 December so best watched for now
  71. INCA – Last-start winner in this shoe-fitting over 2750m at Cabourg on 17 December. Will appeal to lovers of outsiders
  72. IN LOVE DE JIEL – Honest hard-knocker with sound references at this level in this (barefoot) configuration, including a last-start 2nd in a 2600m harness race at Meslay on 19 December. Attractive outsider
  73. ISLAND LOVE – Consistent hard-knocker with sound references/form credentials under these conditions and in this configuration, including a last-start 4th in a course-and-distance harness event on 25 November. Keep safe
  74. INITIALE CASTELETS – Versatile trotter with references in both categories – seldom finishes far off the mark when avoiding disqualification. Best watched for now after her last-start fault here over 2700m in a mounted race on 24 September
  75. INTELLO DE CHENU – Complicated trotter disqualified in 6 of his last 8 appearances, the latest over 2150m at Cagnes on 21 December. For another day
  76. IQUEM D’AMER – At the top of his game after 5 consecutive victories in this shoeing configuration – the latest over 2600m at Meslay on 19 December. Hard to oppose in current mood
  77. IDOLA – Ended a run of 4 consecutive disqualifications in the harness category with 3 consecutive victories under the saddle, the latest in this shoeing configuration over 2850m at Mauquenchy on 13 November. Respected back under harness
  78. IS MAGIC HAUFOR – Bounced back to form by winning a 2700m harness race on this course on 20 December. Remains competitive for the leading positions
  79. IMOKO JIBELAU – Well-beaten 11th (shod) in a 2700m harness race at this venue on 15 December but an entirely different proposition in this unshod configuration. Barefoot with Jean-Michel Bazire at the helm, he’s a candidate for success
    Summary: A winner of his last five starts, IQUEM D’AMER (8) is an obvious pick in this race but he may have to raise his game once again as the opposition looks stiffer. Entrusted to Jean-Michel Bazire, IMOKO JIBELAU (11) has had this race on his agenda for some time and is a real threat. IS MAGIC HAUFOR (10) is back at the top of her game and has to be closely monitored. ISLAND LOVE (5) always runs well without hind shoes and is best to keep safe.
    SELECTIONS
    IQUEM D’AMER (8) – IMOKO JIBELAU (11) – IS MAGIC HAUFOR (10) – ISLAND LOVE (5)
    C7 – PRIX DU CALVADOS-CORNULIER RACES Q3 – 2850m (a2m) – Gr2 Race – Mounted – EUR € 120,000
  80. JASMINE DE VAU – Consistent hard-knocker with sound references/form credentials, including a remarkable last-start 3rd in the Group I Prix Bilibili over 2700m on this course in her first mounted appearance on 15 December. Candidate for success
  81. BEAT GENERATION – Experienced trotter under the saddle with better references in this unshod configuration. Finished 9th (shod) on this course in a 2700m Quinte+ harness race on 24 December – can do better under these conditions
  82. INTOUCHABLE – Runner-up to IDEALE DU CHENE (13) in the Group II Prix Jules Lemonnier over 2175m at this venue on 21 December in his first appearance under the saddle. Could have more to offer over this extended distance so must be respected
  83. GAZELLE DE VAL – Unstoppable under the saddle – won all 6 appearances in the mounted code, including consecutive recent outings on this course, the latest over 2175m on 7 December. May well preserve her 100% record in this code, even at this level
  84. HALFA – Consistent veteran hard-knocker with sound references/form credentials under these conditions in mounted races, including a last-start 2nd in a course-and-distance event on 18 December. Should give another competitive account
  85. HARLEY GEMA – Well-performed trotter with sound references/form credentials (13 wins from 52 starts), albeit in harness races – the latest (4th) in a course-and-distance Group III event on 15 December. Respected in her first start under the saddle
  86. INES DES RIOULTS – Honest hard-knocker with sound references under the saddle in this configuration, including a last-start Group III 6th at this venue on 11 December. Minor role
  87. GRACE DU DIGEON – Versatile veteran mare with impressive form references in both trotting categories, including a course-and-distance 3rd in a Group III mounted race on 11 October in her last appearances under the saddle. Attractive outsider
  88. VAPRIO – Veteran Italian trotter with 28 wins from 120 appearances. Runner-up in over 1600m at Milan on 14 December
  89. INA DU RIB – This experienced trotter is a specialist under the saddle -confirmed as muich with a reassuring 5th on this course in a 2175m Group III mounted race on 21 December. Not taken lightly
  90. EDITION GEMA – Classy veteran mare and multiple Group winner in the mounted code – scored at the highest level over 3000m on this track last year. Shouldn’t be hastily condmened for finishing 7th in a 2175m Group III here on 21 December
  91. HIRONDELLE DU RIB – Battle-hardened veteran mare with nothing to prove in the mounted code at this level – finished 6th in 3 consecutive starts under the saddle in Group III races, the latest over 2175m at this venue on 21 December. Not taken lightly
  92. IDEALE DU CHENE – High-class trotter whose references include victories in her last 3 appearances under the saddle – won 2200m Group I in March last year and consecutive Group II races here recently, the latest over 2175m on 21 December. Keep safe
    Summary: GAZELLE DE VAL (4) is imperious under the saddle, winning all 6 appearances in the mouinted category. She deserves a shot at this level and is good value to preseve her 100% record in this specialty. JASMINE DE VAU (1) and INTOUCHABLE (3), both of whom made pleasing introductions in the mounted code, and HALFA (5), with the form and experience in this category, are competitive for the leading places, and they will expose any chinks in th armour of the selection. IDEALE DU CHENE (13) and INA DU RIB (10) appeal most of the remainder.
    SELECTIONS
    GAZELLE DE VAL (4) – JASMINE DE VAU (1) – INTOUCHABLE (3) – HALFA (5)
    C8 – PRIX DE LIGNIERES – 2850m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 40,000
  93. KUNZITE D’EM – Defied market expectations when finishing an improved 3rd at long odds (75-1) in a course-and-distance contest on 17 November. Confirmation required
  94. KAYA DU SAPTEL – Rejuvenated mare in good form and physical condition with sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 4th on this course over 2700m on 18 December. Dark horse
  95. KOSMOPOLITAINE – Unreliable mare but not devoid of ability – finished 4th (barefoot) over 2100m at this venue in November so shouldn’t be hastily condemned for her subsequent failure (10th) here over 2100m on 6 December. For lovers of outsiders
  96. KAROLENE D’ETANG – Delicate trotter with undeniable means – seldom far from a fault, though usually acquits herself competitively when applied/avoiding disqualification. Runner-up in a 2700m race at this venue on 2 December
  97. KATHLEEN D’ECOTAY – Won her only start in this shoe-fitting, over 2100m at this venue in December 2023. Out of sorts recently, well beaten (12th) in a 2700m harness race here on 22 November but an attractive outsider nonetheless
  98. KOH LANTA – Experienced hard-knocker whose experience and improved recent form will stand her in good stead, especially with Benjamin Rochard at the helm again. Finished 3rd in consecutive recent Vincennes races, the latest on 18 December
  99. KAMBRIA JOSSELYN – Confirmed the form/improvement of her penultimate start (3rd over 2700m) by winning a course-and-distance event here on 10 December, both appearances in this unshod configuration. Winning chance without her irons again
  100. KALISTA JIEL – Versatile mare with references (wins) in both trotting codes but seldom far from a fault – disqualified in consecutive mounted races before finishing 8th in a 2175m harness race here on 14 December in this configuration. Must improve
  101. KARMEN DE MONTCEAU – Honest hard-knocker with sound references under these/similar conditions with this barefoot configuration. Soundly beaten (12th) on this course over 2100m on 6 December – best watched for now
  102. KATYLAND – Delicate mare with sound form references/credentials, though seldom far from faulting. Disqualified in consecutive recent starts here (the latest on 14 December) but shouldn’t be hastily condemned – question of wisdom
  103. KIWA BLEUE – Unplaced in both comeback outings after an absence of 4 months – soundly beaten (14th) at this venue over 2100m on 6 December. Shouldn’t be underestimated and a better showing is expected, especially under these conditions
  104. KHALEESI D’ALESA – Complicated mare with sound references/form credentials although seldom far from a fault these days – disqualified in consecutive Vincennes appearances before a reassuring 6th (shod) over 2150m at Enghien on 9 October. Outsider
  105. KELLE STAR DI PAO – Inconsistent but not devoid of ability – has references at this level in this barefoot configuration, including an Enghien 3rd over 2875m on 13 July. Absent since finishing 7th at Enghien over 2150m on 31 July
  106. KISS ME BEJI – Runner-up in 2 of her last 3 starts, the latest on this course over 2700m on 18 December, so wouldn’t be winning out of turn. Candidate for success
  107. KARINA STEED – Unplaced (twice) and disqualified in 3 comeback appearances after a 3-month absence, though didn’t go unnoticed when finishing 7th in a course-and-distance event on 29 November. Not taken lightly with all 4 shoes removed
    Summary: A toss-up between the top 2 picks KAMBRIA JOSSELYN (7), fully unshod, and KISS ME BEJI (14), runner-up in consecutive recent outings. KAROLENE D’ETANG (4) and KARINA STEED (15) also have the means to play leading roles, while KIWA BLEUE (11) and Marc Sassier’s duo of KOH LANTA (6) and KATYLAND (10) are competitive for the minor positions.
    SELECTIONS
    KAMBRIA JOSSELYN (7) – KISS ME BEJI (14) – KAROLENE D’ETANG (4) – KARINA STEED (15)
    C9 – PRIX DE GONTAUD – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 40,000
  108. LUGANO DE LOU – Experienced colt whose form and experience will stand him in good stead here, especially from a favourable starting position. Finished 6th in back-to-back Vincennes appearances recently, the latest (2175m) on 13 December – beware!
  109. LATINOS DU NOYER – Complicated colt disqualified in his last 4 starts, including 3 consecutive recent Vincennes appearances – the latest on 28 December over 2100m. Others preferred
  110. LARABELLO DE LOU – Delicate trotter with undeniable means – seldom far from a fault, though usually acquits himself competitively when remaining wise. Disqualified in consecutive recent starts (latest at this venue on 13 December), all or nothing
  111. LOUSTIC D’YVEL – Tricky customer but not devoid of ability – won here over 2200m last month so shouldn’t be hastily condemned for a subsequent failure (disqualification) on 28 December, especially with all 4 shoes removed for the first time. Beware
  112. LEZZO FIGHTER – Promising trotter with undeniable means and scope for improvement – won 3 of his 4 starts before faulting behind the autostart in a 2100m event here on 7 December. Deserves another chance and is taken to set the record straight
  113. LATINO PURA VIDA – Unreliable colt at fault in 2 of his last 3 starts, the latest on this course over 2100m on 28 December. For another day
  114. LOUSTIC DELAURIERE – Experienced colt with sound references/form credentials, albeit at a lower level. Didn’t go unnoticed when finishing 10th in a course-and-distance event on 18 December after a 3-month absence – open to improvement racing unshod
  115. LUCKY LOVE – Experienced colt with sound references at this level, albeit without success (12-start maiden). Didn’t go unnoticed when finishing 6th over 2100m at this venue on 28 December
  116. LENNON D’HERFRAIE – Unexposed colt with undeniable means and room for improvement – shouldn’t be hastily condemned for his failure (12th) in a 2850m Group III here on 1 December. Respected with all 4 shoes removed for the first time
  117. LEBOSS D’HAVAROCHE – Tricky customer undeniable means and sound references/form credentials but seldom far from a fault. Disqualified in consecutive recent starts here (latest on 18 December) but respected with Eric Raffin engaged and shoes removed
  118. LUGANO – Regaining momentum after a 5-month absence and finished a reassuring 4th here on 28 December over 2100m. More needed
  119. LOVELY TRIP – Complicated colt disqualified in 4 of his last 5 starts, including consecutive recent outings at this venue – the latest on 28 December over 2100m. Question of wisdom
  120. L’AMIRAL GAGNANT – Delicate but undeniably capable trotter with sound references/form credentials – never finished worse than 4th in his 6 completed races (10 appearances). Shouldn’t be hastily condemned for his disqualification here on 28 December
  121. LISTER VEDAQUAIS – Weakened late after an unfavourable trip to finish unplaced (8th) in a course-and-distance event on 18 December but is better than that performance suggests. Could make amends with all 4 shoes removed for the first time – keep safe
  122. LUDO PAROYO – Progressive trotter with consistent form references/credentials, including a last-start 2nd at this venue over 2175m on 13 December. Not taken lightly
    Summary: LEZZO FIGHTER (5) blotted his copybook when galloping behind the autostart last time but this looks a good opportunity for him to gain compensation. Barefoot rivals LISTER VEDAQUAIS (14), LEBOSS D’HAVAROCHE (10) and stablemate LENNON D’HERFRAIE (9), and LUDO PAROYO (15) are open to improvement in their lightened configurations, so they aren’t taken lightly. LUGANO DE LOU (1) and LOUSTIC DELAURIERE (7) appeal most of the remainder.
    SELECTIONS
    LEZZO FIGHTER (5) – LISTER VEDAQUAIS (14) – LEBOSS D’HAVAROCHE (10) – LENNON D’HERFRAIE (9)
    R4 CAGNES-SUR-MER [L-H]

C1 – PRIX CHRISTIAN FORNAROLI – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 40,000

  1. LA VANILLE – Credible 5th over 3700m in a Class 4 chase on December 12th at this track, and a win before that over hurdles at Fontainebleau in October. Can be competitive back over hurdles
  2. COCOTTE ROYALE – Fair 3rd over fences on December 24th over 3700m in a Class 3 race and a win in a claiming hurdle before that at this track on December 9th. Can feature
  3. BITTERSWEET – Unplaced last time, won before that over 3600m in a Class 4 hurdle at Argentan on November 17th. She has place claims
  4. BEATRIX LESTRANGE – 5th over fences last time out, 2nd before that over 3400m in a Class 4 hurdle at this track on December 6th. Looks vulnerable
  5. FATU HIVA – Two good runs at this track recently, the latest when she was 4th over 3300m in a Class 3 hurdle on December 16th. Looks ready to win
  6. BEAUTIFUL GLORY – Failed to finish last time, 4th before that over 3300m at this track in a Class 3 hurdle on December 2nd. Others make more appeal
  7. MERI LILOU – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 3300m in a Class 4 hurdle on December 12th at this track. Place chance
  8. LOGUIVY DE LA MER – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 3300m at this track in a Class 4 hurdle on December 12th. Others rate higher
    Summary: FATU HIVA (5) has shaped encouragingly on her two starts at this track. Both of them last month. Her latest effort was when she was fourth in mid-December over 3300m. She can score at the expense of LA VANILLE (1) who reverts to hurdles after a recent run over fences in December when not disgraced. Back over hurdles could be to her advantage. MERI LILOU (7) is one for the each-way backers to be with. COCOTTE ROYALE (2) makes up the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    FATU HIVA (5) – LA VANILLE (1) – MERI LILOU (7) – COCOTTE ROYALE (2)
    C2 – PRIX CHRISTIAN DE L’HERMITE GRAND STEEPLE-CHASE DES 4 ANS – 3800m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Listed Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 77,000
  9. SAIL ON – 4th on the most recent start over 3700m in a claiming chase at this track on December 30th. Looks safely held
  10. LUCKY NONANTAIS – He has won twice over fences at this track recently, the latter over 3800m in a Class 1 race on December 16th. He is improving and is in the mix
  11. ILLAHO – Good win over 3700m in a Class 3 chase at this track on his last start on December 24th. Can be hard to beat
  12. KADOVER – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 3700m in a Class 4 chase on December 12th at this track. Needs a few to falter
  13. KUCHARSKY – Solid effort to be 2nd behind LUCKY NONANTAIS (2) over 3800m in a Class 1 chase on December 16th. One to consider with more progress expected
  14. PLANEUR – Placed on his last three starts, the latest when he was 4th in a Class 3 chase at this track over 3700m on December 24th. Opposable
  15. MASTER D’AUTAN – Unplaced on the latest start, 4th before that over 3800m in a Class 1 chase at this track on December 2nd. Needs a few to misfire
  16. L’AMIRAL D’AINAY – 5th on the last start over 3800m in a Class 1 chase behind LUCKY NONANTAIS (2) on December 16th. Will find it difficult to reverse that form
  17. LACRYMA CHRISTI – Nice 2nd over 3700m in a Class 3 chase at this track on his last start on December 24th behind ILLAHO (3). She can once again give a good account of herself
    Summary: ILLAHO (3) won with a bit to spare when he was last seen in a Class 3 chase at this track on Christmas Eve. He can follow up and confirm the form with LACRYMA CHRISTI (9) who was second when they met on the eve of Christmas and meets the selection on the same terms. LUCKY NONANTAIS (2) has scored twice at this track over fences and is improving with experience. KUCHARSKY (5) is lightly raced and has a bit more to come.
    SELECTIONS
    ILLAHO (3) – LACRYMA CHRISTI (9) – LUCKY NONANTAIS (2) – KUCHARSKY (5)
    C3 – PRIX ANDRE MASSENA GRANDE COURSE DE HAIES DES 4 ANS – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Listed Race – Hurdles – EUR € 72,000
  18. SHALAA DANCER – He won well two starts ago over 3300m at this track over hurdles on December 2nd and was then 2nd behind PROUD LUCY (3) on December 16th. He was eased that day as though something was amiss, so if in good shape, he can be a threat
  19. ATRANI – She scored by 4L at this track on December 16th in a Class 3 hurdle over 3300m on her latest start. She can improve further and play a lead role
  20. PROUD LUCY – She has won her last two races at this track – the latter over 3500m on December 16th in a Class 1 hurdle. A hat-trick of wins over hurdles is very likely
  21. KAMAKURA ONE – 3rd on her last run over 3300m at this track in a Class 3 hurdle behind ATRANI (2) on December 16th. Has work to do to reverse that form
  22. MIMETIQUE – Two wins at this track recently, the latest over 3400m in a handicap hurdle on December 24th by 4L. One to pay attention too
  23. CITY OF GOLD – 3rd on his last run over 3600m in a Class 2 hurdle on January 1st at this track. Others make more appeal
  24. NADURRA – She has been 2nd on her last three starts, the latter over 3400m in a handicap hurdle behind MIMETIQUE (5) at this track on December 24th. Unlikely to trouble a few of these
    Summary: PROUD LUCY (3) has won her two starts over hurdles, the latest over 3500m at this track in a Class 1 hurdle in mid-December. She scored by 16L that day and will be hard to beat. ATRANI (2) could be the main threat, she won nicely by 4L at this track on her latest start in mid-December and looks progressive. MIMETIQUE (5) is also a player and has done very little wrong with two wins at this track recently. SHALAA DANCER (1) is also dangerous to ignore.
    SELECTIONS
    PROUD LUCY (3) – ATRANI (2) – MIMETIQUE (5) – SHALAA DANCER (1)
    C4 – PRIX DES ILES DE LERINS – 3800m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 35,000
  25. MON EMPEROR – Nice win over 4000m in a handicap hurdle on December 30th on his last start. He is a course winner over fences over 3700m in 2023. He can not be ruled out of the frame
  26. BLISSIMO – Two unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 3800m in a handicap chase at this track on December 2nd. Should play a lead role
  27. LINEMIX – Placed on his last two runs over fences at this track, the most recent over 3800m in a Class 1 race on December 24th. He has yet to get off the mark but could run into the frame
  28. WORTH A TEAM – Course winner in 2023 over fences in a Class 1 chase. 2nd two runs back over 3800m in a handicap chase on December 12th. One to pay attention too
  29. IRON BARKS – Recent success over 3500m in a handicap hurdle at this track on December 16th. Top three chance if acting over fences for the first time
  30. NIKA NOWER – He has four unplaced runs so far, the latter over 3800m in a claiming chase at this track on January 1st. Can be safely avoided
  31. BROOKS – Failed to finish over hurdles last time, 3rd before that in a handicap hurdle at this track on December 16th over 3500m. Course winner over hurdles who tries fences for the second time
  32. FIRST POLAR – He was unplaced on his last two runs, 2nd before that over 3300m at Merano (ITA) in a hurdle race on May 19th. Unlikely to be a threat
  33. CHOUPIX – 5th over 3800m in a Class 1 chase at this track on December 24th on the latest start. She is still seeking her first win and others make more appeal
  34. KATE DES GENIEVRES – 5th on her last start, 3rd before that over 3400m in a Class 3 hurdle at this track on December 12th. One to consider one her second try over fences
  35. DOUBLE EFFECT – Won over 3400m at this track on December 12th in a Class 3 hurdle on her last start. She now tries fences and if adapting she can be competitive
    Summary: BLISSIMO (2) has fluffed his lines on the last two starts, the latter over hurdles. He is back over fences today, which is a positive. If he repeats his run three starts ago on this track in early December when he was second, he can play a lead role. DOUBLE EFFECT (11) is a threat if taking to fences on a track she likes. She won over hurdles last month. WORTH A TEAM (4) has won over fences at this track in 2023 and warrants respect. MON EMPEROR (1) heads the remainder.
    SELECTIONS
    BLISSIMO (2) – DOUBLE EFFECT (11) – WORTH A TEAM (4) – MON EMPEROR (1)
    C5 – PRIX PIERRE THOMAS – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Claiming – Hurdles – EUR € 20,000
  36. MESSI BLUE – Unplaced 6 days ago over 4000m in a handicap hurdle at this track and a win before that on December 12th of a claiming hurdle at this track over 4000m. One to pay attention too
  37. CLAY – Pleasing run when he was 3rd in a handicap hurdle at this track 6 days ago over 4000m. One to keep safe
  38. SOPRAN LEGER – He has been placed on his latest six starts, the most recent when 3rd over 4000m in a claiming hurdle at this track on December 30th. Each way option
  39. BONHEUR DU SUD – Several unplaced runs of late over hurdles and fences, the latest over 3800m in a claiming chase on January 1st at this track. He seems out of form
  40. JAIPALETEMPS – Solid effort to be 2nd over 3800m in a claiming chase at this track on January 1st, and a win over hurdles before that in December at this track. Player
  41. GOLD MOUNTAIN – Four unplaced runs of late, 7th on the latest start over 4000m in a claiming hurdle at this track on December 12th. He has been out of form of late
  42. PASSION RETURN – Three unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 3300m at Merano (ITA) on August 25th. Unlikely to feature
  43. JOLICOEUR – 4th on the last start over 4000m in a claiming hurdle on December 12th at this track. Place contender
  44. LILLOU – Ran well when 5th in a handicap hurdle at this track over 4000m on December 30th on his last run. Capable of a bold show
  45. A CHOEUR JOIE – Has been out of form of late, unplaced at this track over 4000m in a handicap hurdle on December 30th when last racing. Pass over
  46. OKAPINA’S LIGHT – Faired well to be 4th over 4000m in a claiming hurdle at this track on December 30th on his last start. Needs to be more reliable
  47. JAZZY BAIE – Two unplaced runs since a 4th over 4000m in a handicap hurdle at this track on December 2nd. Needs to be more reliable
  48. LIVERPOOL PARK – Credible 3rd over 3800m in a claiming chase at this track on January 1st when last racing. Back over hurdles this time and others seem more likely
    Summary: LILLOU (9) is the tentative selection for this open claiming hurdle. He ran well when he was fifth in a handicap hurdle at this track on his last start at the end of last month. He is a marginal choice ahead of CLAY (2) who faired well when he was third in a handicap hurdle 6 days ago at this racecourse. SOPRAN LEGER (3) is the one to side with each way having been placed on his last six starts. JAIPALETEMPS (5) is also one to keep safe.
    SELECTIONS
    LILLOU (9) – CLAY (2) – SOPRAN LEGER (3) – JAIPALETEMPS (5)
    C6 – GRAND PRIX DE LA VILLE DE NICE – BERNARD SECLY – 4600m (a3m) – TURF – Gr3 Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 154,000
  49. LE ROI DAVID – He has two good wins at this track of late, the latest over 4200m in a Listed chase on December 24th. He sets the standard
  50. INSTAR DE REVE – 3rd on the most recent start over 4200m at this track in a handicap chase on December 30th. Others seem better equipped
  51. WHAT PATH – He has been 3rd on his last four starts, all over fences-with the latest over 5900m at Ascot (GBR) on November 23rd. He faces a stiff task on his debut in France
  52. KAMYADOR – Credible 4th on his last run behind LE ROI DAVID (1) over 4200m in a Listed chase at this track on December 24th. Needs to find a few lengths but warrants respect
  53. MANDINKO – 5th last time over 4200m in a Listed chase at this track on December 24th. He might find this a bit too much
  54. SUROIT – Two unplaced runs in 2024, the latter over 4200m in a Listed chase at this track on December 24th. Unlikely to trouble a few of these
  55. NYIRI – Fair 3rd at this track on Dcember 24th in a Listed chase behind LE ROI DAVID (1) over 4200m. In the mix
  56. GREYM – Ran well to be 2nd behind LE ROI DAVID (1) over 4200m in a Listed chase at this track on December 24th on her last start. She can once again be competitive
  57. MOTU FAREONE – Won a Class 4 hurdle at this track over 4000m on December 24th on her last start. She is a Grade 2 chase winner in June at Auteuil and can make her rivals work hard for success
  58. IMAGINATION – Won a Class 1 chase at this track on December 24th over 3800m on her latest start, and a hurdle race before that also in December. She will be a threat
    Summary: LE ROI DAVID (1) has won his last two races over fences at this track. The most recent was a Listed race over 4200m on December 24th. He seems to be thriving at the moment and looks difficult to oppose. NYIRI (7) was back in third in the Listed chase recently and could be the one that gives the selection the most to do. GREYM (8) was one place ahead in second in the same race and on similar weight terms it will be interesting. MOTU FAREONE (9) can also make an impact.
    SELECTIONS
    LE ROI DAVID (1) – NYIRI (7) – GREYM (8) – MOTU FAREONE (9)
    C7 – GRANDE COURSE DE HAIES DE CAGNES – 4300m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Listed Race – Hurdles – EUR € 90,000
  59. GURZUF – 5th last time over 4000m in a handicap hurdle at this track on December 30th. He should not be discounted and he can make the frame
  60. CIRANO DE PAIL – He has been placed on his last two runs, the latest when he was 3rd at this track in a Class 1 hurdle on December 16th. He is hard to rule out of the top four
  61. LOU FAST – Ran well to be 4th over 4000m in a handicap hurdle at this track on December 30th when last racing. Competitive run anticipated
  62. KAPTEEN – 4th over 4200m at this track on his last start in a Class 4 chase on January 1st. He is a Listed hurdle winner in 2023 but seems to have deteriorated
  63. KARTHAGE – Nice win over 4000m in a Class 1 hurdle at this track on December 16th and a 2nd placed run over 3800m in a Class 2 chase before that on December 6th. He looks hard to ignore
  64. PRINCE CHOP – He has won his last two races, both at this racecourse, the most recent over 4200m in a Class 4 chase by 10L on January 1st. Capable of another success
  65. JOUR POLAIRE – Won over 3800m in a Class 4 chase on His last start on December 12th at this track. He has outside place claims
  66. TONERRE DU TEMPS – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 4000m in a handicap hurdle on December 9th. Others seem better suited
  67. GRAND DE THAIX – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 3800m in a Class 4 chase at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on December 12th. He is hard to fancy
  68. ANGE PITOU – Three placed runs of late, 3rd on the most recent over 4000m in a handicap hurdle at this track on December 30th. Ought to be thereabouts
  69. KAJA – Credible 3rd over 3800m in a Class 2 chase on her last run on December 6th at this track. One to pay attention too
  70. SAMBRILLON – She won at Fontainebleau over 3800m in a Class 2 handicap hurdle on December 10th when last seen. Up in class and others rate higher
  71. LORCAN – 2nd last time at this track over 3400m in a Class 3 hurdle on December 24th and a win over 3400m before that on December 6th. This is more difficult
    Summary: PRINCE CHOP (6) has been in top form recently with a win over hurdles in December and a 10L bloodless victory in a Class 4 chase on January 1st over 4200m. He can win again under his regular rider Felix De Giles. KARTHAGE (5) won a Class 1 hurdle last month over this track and was a decent second over fences before that at this track on December 6th. He will be a threat. KAJA (11) is the each-way option. CIRANO DE PAIL (2) is also worth considering.
    SELECTIONS
    PRINCE CHOP (6) – KARTHAGE (5) – KAJA (11) – CIRANO DE PAIL (2)
    R5 PORNICHET [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE L’ILE DE MOLENE – 3100m (a2m) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 13,000

  1. KAID GALESTE – Well beaten last time out in a Conditions race at Durtal over 2900m on 15 December. First time on the PSF and improvement is expected
  2. DSCHINGIS RIVER – Finished 7th on debut in a Conditions race at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 2400m on 5 Jully. Capable of improvement this longer distance
  3. JARITE FLEURY – Yet to win a race after 50 attempts but was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Deauville over 2500m on 20 November. Could play a minor role
  4. SOURCE YVETTE – Has struggled in all three starts so far and was unplaced last time out in a Conditions chase at Pontchateau over 3400m on 1 November. Unlikely to win
  5. BAILEYS SANS DOUTE – Has really struggled of late and was tenth in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 22 December. Needs major improvement to win
  6. LOU MARINA – Has yet to win and was 11th in a handicap hurdle at Angers over 3800m on 7 December. Capable of earning some money on a good day
  7. SOTCHI – Has struggled of late and was 9th in a handicap over this course and distance on 22 December. Others make much more appeal
  8. GOD SAVE THE QUEEN – Unreliable and was a bit of a disappointment when 9th in a Conditions race at this track over 2400m on 15 December. Capable of earning some money
  9. LITTLE HEART – Unreliable but was runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at this track over 2400m on 15 December. Can go one better
  10. ETINCELLE DESJY – Has lost her way and was unplaced last time out in a Conditions hurdle at Cagnes-sur-Me over 3400m on 11 December. Best watched for now
  11. HEART OF A WARRIOR – Showed promise on debut when third in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 2700m on 7 December. Big chance in this line-up
  12. SHOLOKJACK – Has really struggled of late and was unplaced last time out in a Claiming hurdle at Pau over 3800m on 21 December. Tries the flat
  13. JARJAR DE MONTAVE – Well beaten in both starts, with the latest being in a Conditions Chase at Craon over 3850m on 1 December. Others are preferred
  14. RUE BLEUE – Very consistent of late and was third last time out in a Conditions race at Limoges over 2400m on 30 November. Should fight out the finish
  15. LADY ANGELINA – A five-year-old filly by Masterstroke out of Lady Dancer who is making her debut. Watch the betting
  16. JONCHERE – A six-year-old mare by Fly With Me out of Vodka du Montceau who is making her debut. Watch the betting
    Summary: HEART OF A WARRIOR (11) ran well on debut at Chantilly last month. Big chance in this line-up with improvement expected. RUE BLEUE (14) has been consistent of late and can get involved with the finish yet again. KAID GALESTE (1) tries the PSF and could improve. DSCHINGIS RIVER (2) tries further this time and has a winning chance.
    SELECTIONS
    HEART OF A WARRIOR (11) – RUE BLEUE (14) – KAID GALESTE (1) – DSCHINGIS RIVER (2)
    C2 – PRIX DE LA NOUVELLE ANNEE 2025 – 2100m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 21,000
  17. DSCHINGIS POISE – Not disgraced when 5th in a Conditions race at Lyon-La Soie over 1800m on 9 December. Has a winning chance with improvement expected
  18. GUAPAK – Yet to win a race and was 11th in a claimer at Lyon-La Soie over 1800m on 25 October. Needs major improvement to win
  19. FIGHT TO FLY – Showed some improvement when 6th in a Conditions race at Durtal over 2000m on 15 December. Capable of improvement but others make more appeal
  20. GABYLOU – Has finished 7th in both starts, with the latest being in a Conditions race at this track over 1700m on 22 December. Has a place chance this longer distance
  21. MANDATORY – Has not shown much yet and was 8th in a claimer at Deauville over 1400m on 8 August. Returns from a break and is trying a lot further
  22. MOONJEZ – Finished tenth on his debut at Deauville over 1300m on 18 December. Capable of vast improvement trying a lot further
  23. PAPILLE D’ARGENT – Finished fifth on debut at Angers over 2000m on 18 November. Capable of improvement and is not out of it
  24. RIGLOS – Well beaten on his debut in a Conditions race at Durtal over 2000m on 15 December. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
  25. RIVER QUARTZ – Not disgraced when fourth in a claimer on debut at Deauville over 1900m on 18 December. Capable of contesting the finish
  26. MORAMBO – A three-year-old gelding by Toronado out of Merlevenez who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  27. AMKAR – A three-year-old gelding by Slade Power out of Permskaya who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  28. CRACKO – A three-year-old colt by Cracksman out of Body Sculpt who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  29. SETOCITY – A three-year-old colt by Le Havre out of No Truth who is making his debut. Watch the betting
    Summary: CRACKO (12) is a so of Cracksman and he catches the eye on breeding. It is an open looking contest but he gets the vote to score. SETOCITY (13) is related to some decent animals and can be a threat on his debut. RIVER QUARTZ (9) was not disgraced when fourth on debut and should do even better after that experience. DSCHINGIS POISE (1) is also likely to improve and should make the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    CRACKO (12) – SETOCITY (13) – RIVER QUARTZ (9) – DSCHINGIS POISE (1)
    C3 – PRIX DE L’ILE DE BATZ – 2100m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 21,000
  30. MIA WAVE – Did not show her best when 11th in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1900m on 7 December. Others make more appeal
  31. MOON BOUCE – Finished 6th in a Conditions race at Machecoul over 1650m on 11 November. Needs to do more to win this brace
  32. SASKIA DES PLACES – Finished 7th last time out in a Conditions race at Durtal over 200m on 15 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  33. STELLA – Finished 9th in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1900m on 12 November. Capable of improvement this distance
  34. POMME SURETTE – Returned to form when runner-up in a Conditions race at this track over 1700m on 22 December. Can go one better this time
  35. SI SEULEMENT – Put in a very good debut when runner-up in a Conditions race at Lyon-La Soie over 1800m on 9 December. Big chance
  36. DIAMONDS – A three-year-old filly by Madhmoon out of Spanish Eyes who is making her debut. Watch the betting
  37. NEIADE – Finished 8th on debut in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1600m on 12 December. Capable of improvement this longer distance
  38. DSCHINGIS INDIA – A Three-year-old filly by Dschingis Secret out of Indikova who is making her debut. Watch the betting
  39. DSCHINGIS NOBLESSE – A three-year-old filly by Dschingis Secret out of Rodelinda who is making her debut. Watch the betting
  40. WAY TO THE MOON – A three-year-old filly by Madhmoon out of Voie des Tsars who is making her debut. Watch the betting
  41. LAW SPIRIT – A three-year-old filly by Lawman out of Loanne who is making her debut. Watch the betting
  42. SISSOU – A three-year-old filly by Rio de la Plata out of Battaglia who is making her debut. Watch the betting
    Summary: POMME SURETTE (5) bounced back with a good runner-up performance at this track and can go one better this time. SI SEULEMENT (6) ran a cracker on debut and should fight out the finish again. NEIADE (8) did not run too badly on debut and good improvement can be expected. DSCHINGIS INDIA (9) makes her debut and she does have a winning chance.
    SELECTIONS
    POMME SURETTE (5) – SI SEULEMENT (6) – NEIADE (8) – DSCHINGIS INDIA (9)
    C4 – PRIX DE L’ILE DE BREHAT – 2100m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 13,000
  43. FALIMAX – Has reached 29 starts without a win and was 13th in a handicap at Deauville over 3400m on 14 December. Might play a minor role at best
  44. SHAMSOUN – A long-time battler with 64 runs without a win and was 15th in a handicap at this track over 1700m on 15 December. Needs major improvement to win
  45. BAFFI – Disappointing last run when 11th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 14 March. Returns from a break and others are preferred
  46. FINE GOLD – Has struggled in five starts and was 8th in a claimer at Deauville over 1900m on 13 December. Others make much more appeal
  47. FAR L’AMORE – Not disgraced when fourth in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 2700m on 7 December. Has a winning chance
  48. ESKANDANI – Yet to win a race and was third in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 29 December. Not out of it
  49. GENERALAY – Well beaten in both starts and was 11th in a Conditions race at Lyon-La Soie over 2400m on 16 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  50. L’HIRONDELLE – Finished 11th on debut in a Conditions race at this track over 2400m on 15 December. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
  51. QUEEN LADY GOLD – Did not show much on debut when 7th in a Conditions race at La Gacilly over 2250m on 2 July. Likely to need this run returning from a break
  52. COEM’S – Has struggled in both starts and was 12th in claimer last time out at this track over 1700m on 30 November. Others make more appeal
  53. YSOIE – Unreliable and was 9th in a handicap at this track over 1700m on 15 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  54. WINI STAR – Has really struggled of late and was 15th in the Conditions race at Pau over 2000m on 5 December
  55. AT NO TIME – A runner-up in both starts, with the latest at Southwell over 2410m on 7 November. Can go one better this time
  56. GOLFEUR – A four-year-old gelding by Gleneagles out of Sasparilla who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  57. DAFFODILS – A five-year-old mare by Seahenge out of Shakman who is making her debut. Watch the betting
    Summary: AT NO TIME (13) has been runner-up in both her starts in the UK. She can go one better on her French debut. FAR L’AMORE (5) was not disgraced when fourth at Chantilly and should fight out the finish yet again. BAFFI (3) returns from a break but is capable of running on into a place. GOLFEUR (14) makes his debut and would not be a surprise winner .
    SELECTIONS
    AT NO TIME (13) – FAR L’AMORE (5) – BAFFI (3) – GOLFEUR (14)
    C5 – PRIX DE L’ILE D’OUESSANT – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000
  58. EXCESSIVENESS – Has struggled of late and was 15th in a handicap at Deauville over 2400m on 18 December. Capable of an upset on best form
  59. THIRD BATCH – Finished 7th last time out in a handicap at Lyon-La Soie over 2150m on 16 December. Peak run and could score
  60. SCAT LADY – Unreliable and was 9th in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 22 December. Capable of better and might play a minor role
  61. VRUMPEA – Has some fair form of late and was fourth last time out in a handicap over 1900m on 18 December. Could make the frame
  62. GREASE – Unreliable and was 11th last time out in a handicap at this track over 3100m on 22 December. Better this distance and is not out of it
  63. DRIP – Holding form and was fourth in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 22 December. Has a place chance
  64. IT’S ALL A DREAM – On a very long losing run and was 9th at this track over 1700m on 29 December. Others are preferred
  65. PROXIMA CENTAURI – Has not shown much and was 11th in a handicap over 2500m on 14 December. Others are preferred
  66. GOLDEN RIVER – Broke a long losing run when winning a handicap at this track over 2100m on 22 December. Can double up carrying a penalty
  67. TWENTY SEVEN JET – Unreliable and was tenth in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 29 December. In good form before that and has a place chance
  68. KAPTAIN NORDIK – Only modest of late and was 7th in a handicap at this track over 3100m on 22 December. More is needed to beat these rivals
  69. DAILY QUEST – Did not show her best when 14th in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 22 December. Others make more appeal
  70. LA CHAUME – Only modest at this track and was 6th in a Conditions race at this track over 2100m on 8 December. Can improve on handicap debut
    Summary: THIRD BATCH (2) needed her last two starts. She could be ready to score having her peak run this time around. GOLDEN RIVER (9) carries a penalty for her recent win at this track but should still be very competitive. GREASE (5) is better this distance and his last run is easily forgotten. EXCESSIVENESS (1) has struggled of late but is capable of an upset.
    SELECTIONS
    THIRD BATCH (2) – GOLDEN RIVER (9) – GREASE (5) – EXCESSIVENESS (1)
    C6 – PRIX DE L’ILE D’HOEDIC – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000
  71. LE DRAKKAR – Very unreliable and was 16th in a handicap at Chantilly over 2100m on 12 December. Capable of an upset
  72. IN THE ARMY NOW – Has some fair form of late and was 5th in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 22 December. Can make the frame
  73. AMICIS – Disappointing recent form and was tenth in a handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 26 November. Might play a minor role
  74. NAISLAND STAR – Has struggled in handicaps of late and was 9th in a handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 23 December. Others make more appeal
  75. CHONBURI – Unreliable but was runner-up in a handicap at this track over 3100m on 22 December. Has a winning chance
  76. PALMEIRA EMERY – Battling to find best form and was 9th in a handicap at Chantilly over 2700m on 7 December. Others are much preferred
  77. SINGEL MALT – Has improved of late and was runner-up last time out in a handicap over this course and distance on 8 December. Big chance
  78. FRAICHE – Has struggled of late and was 6th in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 28 December. More is needed to win
  79. ECLAIR DE VATI – Likes this track and was fourth last time out in a handicap over this track and trip on 8 December. Can contest the finish again
  80. HOPE D’AZE – Returned from a lengthy break and was 16th in a handicap at Craon over 2400m on 1 December. Needs major improvement to win
  81. PENNBLE – Did not show her best when 9th in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 22 December. In good form before that and is not out of it
  82. MARINELLA – Has struggled of late and was 8th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 26 December. Others are preferred
    Summary: SINGEL MALT (7) has improved of late and only found one better over this track and trip last month. He should make a bold bid at beating these rivals. ECLAIR DE VATI (9) likes this course and is capable of fighting out the finish yet again. CHONBURI (5) was competitive at this track last time out and is not out of it. IN THE ARMY NOW (2) has some fair form and deserves respect.
    SELECTIONS
    SINGEL MALT (7) – ECLAIR DE VATI (9) – CHONBURI (5) – IN THE ARMY NOW (2)
    C7 – PRIX DE BELLE-ILE-EN-MER – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,000
  83. GOOD DES LANDES – Returned to form with a handicap win over this course and distance on 8 December. Can double up under a penalty
  84. DEPENDE – Has improved of late and was a winner of a handicap at this track over 2100m on 22 December. Can follow up under a penalty
  85. MOUNKA – Unreliable and was 16th in a handicap at Deauville over 3400m 14 December. Distance-suited and can earn some money
  86. MONDAINAI – Unreliable and was 9th in a handicap at this course over 2100m on 22 December, Capable of better and has a winning chance
  87. SEMEUR – On a long losing run but was not disgraced when third in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 22 December. Can contest the finish
  88. PEYTON PLACE – On a very long losing run and was 6th in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 22 December. Might pop up in a place
  89. ROCK OF SPIRIT – Holding form and was fourth in a handicap at this course over 2100m on 22 December. Has a place chance
  90. VENT DU REVE – Mostly modest form of late and was 7th in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 22 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  91. JULDIKO – Battling to regain best form and was 11th in a handicap at this course over 2100m on 22 December. Others make more appeal
  92. FALCAIME – Has struggled of late and was 8th in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 22 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  93. MIENGO – Has lost his way of late and was 13th in a handicap at this track over 2100m on 30 November. Others make much more appeal
  94. VOLYNKA – Not disgraced when third last time out in a Conditions race at Aurillac over 2400m on 13 August 2023. Returns from a lengthy break and others are preferred
    Summary: A tough lucky last race. MONDAINAI (4) is best judged on her good penultimate start and she is weighted to beat that rival this time. GOOD DES LANDES (1) bounced back with a good handicap win last time out but may struggle to beat the selection at revised weights. DEPENDE (2) was an easy winner at this track and will be in the thick of things. SEMEUR (5) was not disgraced last time out and has a winning chance.
    SELECTIONS — MONDAINAI (4) – GOOD DES LANDES (1) – DEPENDE (2) – SEMEUR (5)

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