French Selections Friday 10th

R1 DEAUVILLE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE SUBLES – 2500m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 19,000

QUE VENDRA – Unbeaten in 2 appearances with this headgear fitted, winning back-to-back 2400m PSF handicaps at Lyon-La Soie recently – the latest on 16 December under a 2,5kg penalty. Up another 3kg penalty but not taken lightly
HAVANA SIX – Former course-and-distance winner in good form and physical condition with impressive form figures on PSF recently. Showed her form and well-being when 3rd in a 1900m Chantilly PSF handicap on 26 December
LA TEMPLIERE – Last-start winner of a 3200m PSF handicap at Chantilly on 12 December. Carries a 2kg penalty but will remain competitive for the leading positions
PONT MIRABEAU – Lightly raced 7-year-old with sound references on PSF at Quinte+ level, including a last-start 9th over 1900m at Chantilly on 12 November
ANCTOT – Versatile hard-knocker with sound references, including 2 Quinté+ wins. Unplaced in 3 comeback outings, the latest (14th) on this course in a 1900m handicap on 3 December – better is expected off a 1,5kg lower mark
I’M A BELIEVER – Honest hard-knocker who didn’t go unnoticed when finishing 8th in a course-and-distance Quinte+ handicap on 23 December Candidate for success
LORENZO DE MEDICI – Caught the eye when staying on well on to finish a reassuring 3rd in a well-composed course-and-distance claimer on 28 December. Shouldn’t be underestimated
DIRE LA VERITE – Bounced back to form with a reassuring 3rd in a 2150m PSF handicap at Lyon-La Soie on 16 December. Confirmation required
NORTH HUNTER – Versatile veteran hard-knocker who finished a reassuring 4th at a lower level on PSF over 2400m at Pornichet on 15 December. More needed
LOFSONGUR ISLANDE – Well-beaten 11th in a course-and-distance Quinte+ handicap on 23 December Attractive outsider off a lower mark
INDIAN GOLD – Soundly beaten (13th) on this course in a similar 1900m race on 14 December after an 8-month absence. Best watched for now
Summary: A regular fixture at Quinté+ level, I’M A BELIEVER (6) should relish the ease in grade and he is taken to reconnect with success in these calmer waters. Thriving HAVANA SIX (2) is course-and-distance suited and she should play a leading role here, especially having been supplemented for this commitment. Versatile ANCTOT (5), last-start winner LA TEMPLIERE (3) and Adrien Fouassier’s recruit LORENZO DE MEDICI (7) should fight out the minors.
SELECTIONS
I’M A BELIEVER (6) – HAVANA SIX (2) – ANCTOT (5) – LA TEMPLIERE (3)
C2 – PRIX DE DOUVILLE – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Claiming – Flat – EUR € 19,000
ANONYMOUS – Thriving, sparingly raced 6-year-old at the top of his game with 3 wins and 3rd in 4 appearances at this level. Won back-to-back recent claimers, the latest on this course over the same distance on 19 December
AMI SOLEDAD – Experienced but inconsistent hard-knocker with references at a higher level over this track and trip, including a Quinte+ 2nd and last-start 5th in a course-and-distance claimer on 19 December. Not taken lightly
ROYAL SAXO – Consistent hard-knocker in good form and physical condition – boasts impressive recent form figures on PSF, including a win and a 2nd at this level in consecutive starts before a last-start 2nd in a 2000m PSF handicap at Marseille-Vivaux on 7 December. Candidate for success
COMTE NOIR – Unplaced in all 4 appearances on French soil, the latest (9th) in a PSF handicap over 1800m at Lyon-La Soie on 4 October. Others preferred
STORM CITY – Won a course-and-distance claimer on 27 November before finishing unplaced (10th) in a Quinte+ handicap on this course over 2500m on 23 December. Shouldn’t be hastily condemned – better is expected at this level
MARANADO – Experienced but inconsistent hard-knocker unplaced in 3 consecutive starts/handicaps after finishing 3rd in a turf claimer at Morlaix in May. Absent since finishing 8th in a 1950m Châteaubriant handicap on 16 July
PRINCESSE SAPHIR – Won a course-and-distance claimer last month and changed hands after finishing 6th in a similar contest over track and trip on 23 December. Respected in her first appearance for new connections
PLACEHOLDER – Showed promise on this surface in England last year but finished unplaced/soundly beaten in both starts on French soil, the latest (7th) in a 1400m PSF claimer at Chantilly on 26 December. For another day
OCEANIA – Unplaced (7th) in a course-and-distance claimer on 19 December in her first PSF appearance. Improvement needed
KELPIE – Inconsistent but not devoid of ability. Well-beaten 13th on this course in a 1900m handicap on 28 December following a 13-month absence – best watched for now
PANGAEA – Experienced hard-knocker on a competitive mark – won a 2100m Quinte+ at ParisLongchamp in May last year off a rating 0,5kg lower. Didn’t go unnoticed (5th) in a 2500m claimer on this course on 28 December
MASCAPONE – Sparingly raced 5-year-old with sound references/form credentials across the Channel (placed in a Listed race as a 2-year-old). Absent since finishing 4th in a lucrative 1600m Sandown handicap on 15 June – keep safe
FLORENCE – Well-beaten 8th in a 2100m Listed race at Toulouse on 21 April but will find this an easier assignment. Outsider
IRISH DU GOUET – Soundly beaten (12th) on this course in a 2500m claimer on 19 December after a 2-month break. Others make more appeal
COSTA EDITA – Experienced hard-knocker with sound references/form credentials at this level – finished 2nd over course and distance in late November and 4th on this course in a 2500m claimer on 28 December. Attractive outsider
THEWIND CRIES MARY – Versatile, lightly raced filly with sound/consistent references on turf and PSF in England. Finished 7th in a PSF handicap at Wolverhampton over 1900m on 14 December – one to watch in her first start on French soil
Summary: A specialist in the claiming category, thriving ANONYMOUS (1) should continue his momentum and is good value to extend his winning run. ROYAL SAXO (3) has taken well to his new surroundings and wouldn’t be winning out of turn after several near misses recently, so he’ll make life difficult for the selection by fighting for victory. STORM CITY (5), returning MASCAPONE (12) and hard-knocker AMI SOLEDAD (2) appeal most of the remainder.
SELECTIONS
ANONYMOUS (1) – ROYAL SAXO (3) – STORM CITY (5) – MASCAPONE (12)
C3 – PRIX DE LA GARE DE DALAT – 1300m (a6f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000
MAROONED – Runner-up on this course over 1500m in her first PSF appearance on 3 December – beaten only by a promising rival/filly. Sets the standard
EASY STAR – Soundly beaten (12th) on debut in a similar course-and-distance maiden on 27 November. Best watched for now
T’ES CHIC – Caught the eye on debut when 3rd in a course-and-distance maiden on 18 December. Ought to play a leading role with any improvement
GAST A GAST – Outran market expectations on debut at Chantilly, finishing 2nd behind an odds-on favourite in a 1600m PSF maiden on 12 December. Would’ve gained from that experience
CENDRE – Consistent, lightly raced filly with undeniable means. Blotted her copybook when finishing 6th in a course-and-distance maiden on 18 December but shouldn’t be hastily condemned
QUELLA – Didn’t go unnoticed (wasn’t beaten far) on debut at Saint-Cloud last year when finishing 6th in a newcomers’ race over 1500m. Open to improvement
AUDELADESETOILES – Experienced filly with sound references on this course/surface in handicaps, including a last-start in a 1400m handicap here on 13 December. Minor role
MOTU PROPRIO – Pierre Groualle-trained Earthlight filly bought for 170,000 Euros. Respected on debut with Clément Lecoeuvre engaged
Summary: MAROOONED (1) overcame an unfavourable trip and defied her PSF inexperience by finishing 2nd here over 1500m last month. She needn’t improve much on that performance to go one better and score at the expense of T’ES CHIC (3), a likely improver after an eye-catching debut over course and distance, and well-bred newcomer MOTU PROPRIO (8) who shouldn’t be underestimated with Clément Lecoeuvre aboard. Supplemented CENDRE (5), with Cristian Demuro in the irons, completes the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
MAROONED (1) – T’ES CHIC (3) – MOTU PROPRIO (8) – CENDRE (5)
C4 – PRIX DE L’EGLISE SAINT-JOSEPH – 1400m (a7f) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,000
ETEL – Unreliable filly with better form/references on turf – soundly beaten (16th) in her only PSF appearance, albeit in a 1400m Quinte+ at Chantilly in March last year. Well-beaten 11th in a 1400m turf handicap at Nancy on 17 November
VEGA – Lightly raced filly with room for improvement and sound references on this surfaces, including a 3rd and last-start 4th in consecutive 1700m PSF claimers at Pornichet. Place chance on her handicap debut
ADWAN – Honest hard-knocker with sound/consistent form references at this level in PSF handicaps, including a last-start 4th in a course-and-distance handicap on 27 December. Keep safe
INNOVATOR – Experienced hard-knocker who won a 1500m handicap on this course in August before going off the boil – unplaced and soundly beaten in consecutive recent 1600m PSF handicaps at Chantilly (16th in both), the latest on 10 December
SURREY NOIR – Inconsistent performer with sufficient means to be competitive at this level. Didn’t go unnoticed (6th) in a 1600m PSF handicap at Chantilly on 10 December off his current mark – keep safe
GALIMATIA – Soundly beaten (14th) on this course in a 2500m handicap on 3 January in her first PSF appearance. Others preferred
IRISHKAMAYA – Thriving PSF handicapper in good form and physical condition. She wouldn’t be winning out of turn after consecutive 2nds in 1300m handicaps on this course, the latest on 19 December – sets the standard
UN PLUS UNE – Versatile hard-knocker with sound/consistent form references on both surfaces, including a victory in a turf claimer over 1100m in November and last-start 2nd on this course in a 1300m handicap on 27 December. Will play a leading role
GREY BELLE – Versatile but inconsistent hard-knocker with references at this level on both surfaces, including a last-start 6th in a PSF handicap on this course over 1300m on 19 December. For lovers of outsiders
GALILEE DREAM – Sparingly raced mare absent since finishing a career-best 2nd in a 1400m turf handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers on 26 July. Best watched on her reappearance
SHYAMALA – Unreliable veteran mare with references in PSF handicaps, including a course-and-distance 2nd last month. Shouldn’t be hastily condemned for her subsequent failure here (11th) on 27 December
MON IDOLE – Runner-up in a course-and-distance Class 3 conditions race in November but unplaced/soundly beaten in all 3 handicap appearances, the latest (13th) on this course over the same distance on 13 December. Must reaffirm
RED IN SIGHT – Unplaced in all 5 consecutive starts on this course, the latest (7th) in a 1300m handicap on 3 January. Needs to improve
BIENNE – Proved her competitiveness off this mark with a reassuring 3rd in a course-and-distance handicap on 27 December. Will have a role to play
LAGOA SANTA – Inconsistent but undeniably handicapper. Finished a reassuring 4th in a course-and-distance handicap on 27 December
KAMETA – Bounced back from a disappointing (15th) previous start with an encouraging 2nd on this course in a 1300m handicap on 19 December. Candidate for success
Summary: IRISHKAMAYA (7) and UN PLUS UNE (8) finished 2nd and 3rd respectively in a 1300m handicap on this course last month and they could find themselves fighting for victory once more. BIENNE (14) and KAMETA (16) also ran well here recently and will make their presence felt under light weights. ADWAN (3) and LAGOA SANTA (15) are attractive outsiders with legitimate podium ambitions.
SELECTIONS
IRISHKAMAYA (7) – UN PLUS UNE (8) – BIENNE (14) – KAMETA (16)
C5 – PRIX DE LA CATENE DE CONTAINERS – 1400m (a7f) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 18,000
EAGLEHAWK – Well beaten 10th in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Probably needed the latest start after the break. Can improve on that run
GOLD SHIVA – Unplaced in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Track-suited and can bounce back to make the frame
REGALIEN – A winner in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Penalized 2 Kg for the victory but is capable of making the frame again
KHABESA – Third in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Finished off the latest well and has sufficient means to fight for victory
EL BNOUD – Unplaced in a Handicap at this track over 1300m on 19 December. Others are preferred in this line-up
MICOLEO – Finished 8th in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Well drawn at the gates and won the penultimate on this track
LORD POST OFFICE – A runner-up in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Close up behind REGALIEN (3) and should be involved in the finish again
ZANTARIO – Fifth in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Poor last three runs and needs to find a few lengths
GRAND LIBYA – Third in the last two, the latest in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Track suited and can contest for victory
SPACE QUAKE – Unplaced in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Probably best watched for now
YOUM IN LOVE – A runner-up in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1800m on 20 December. Improved effort in the latest and can confirm that
OCTOBER CHOPE – Fifth in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Track suited and is not out of it
PILE OU FACE – Unplaced in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1100m on 3 September. Others are preferred in this line-up
STANTO – A runner-up in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Improved latest effort on this track, can play a minor role
CALY ROSAY – Finished 7th in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Poor form and is unlikely to be involved in the finish
KOREM – Unplaced in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Three poor efforts since returning from a break
Summary: KHABESA (4) hinted a win was soon away when finishing well last time out at this course. She looks the one to be with in a competitive race. GRAND LIBYA (9) likes this track and is holding form so will be a threat again. There was not much between LORD POST OFFICE (7) and REGALIEN (3) when they met at this track last month and both hold winning chances. REGALIEN (3) is worth keeping an eye on despite the rise in the weight.
SELECTIONS
KHABESA (4) – GRAND LIBYA (9) – LORD POST OFFICE (7) – REGALIEN (3)
C6 – PRIX DU BASSIN DU COMMERCE – 1400m (a7f) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 27,000
ABELARD F – Finished 6th in a Claimer at this track over 1400m on 4 December. Unplaced since winning two in a row last year
REMAMA – A runner-up in a Claimer at Chantilly over 1600m on 26 December. Debuts in the Handicaps but is well performed at the Claiming level
MY BLACK LADY – Fourth in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 10 December. Improved latest effort in a Quinté+ and has enough ability to win a race of this nature
LE FREINAY – Finished an unlucky 9th in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 10 December. Capable of contesting the finish
CALYPSO – Finished 6th in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 10 December. Well drawn and is capable of a surprise
VIOU – Third in a Conditions race at this track over 1500m on 27 December. Track suited and the last victory was on this track in February last year
LUNALA – Unplaced in a Handicap at this track over 1300m on 19 December. Can play a minor role at best
EXCITING – Finished 6th in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 26 December. Others are preferred in this line-up
CITY OF HOPE – Well beaten 10th in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 27 December. Unreliable and needs to find a few lengths
BLACK LIVES MATTER – Unplaced in a Handicap at this track over 1300m on 19 December. Poor last two efforts and is probably best watched for now
LES TROIS VALLEES – Unplaced in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 26 December. Others are preferred in this line-up
RANCON ROYALE – Finished 8th in a Handicap at this track over 1300m on 19 December. Maxime Guyon will give every assistance from the saddle and this will be the third run back from a break
OPIANA – Fifth in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 10 December. A consistent sort that is seldom far off them and has place prospects
PAINT IT BLACK – A runner-up in a Conditions race at this track over 1500m on 27 December. Improved latest effort and is not out of it
NOCE D’OR – Fifth in a Conditions race at this track over 1500m on 27 December. Will be fitter this being the third run back
KELLY KEY – Fourth in a Handicap at this track over 1300m on 19 December. Well weighted and can make the frame
Summary: MY BLACK LADY (3) ran well in a better race than this last time out and can beat these rivals if repeating that level of form. RANCON ROYALE (12) will strip fitter this time and should run well under Maxime Guyon. LE FREINAY (4) has been unlucky of late and is capable of getting involved with the finish. KELLY KEY (16) has to be considered a possible winner down the weights.
SELECTIONS
MY BLACK LADY (3) – RANCON ROYALE (12) – LE FREINAY (4) – KELLY KEY (16)
C7 – PRIX DE LA GARE DE POINTE-NOIRE – 1300m (a6f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000
WINTER CLASSIC – Third on debut in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1600m on 12 December. Can appreciate the drop in distance and could get closer
GUALTALLARY – Finished 9th on debut in a Conditions race at this track over 1500m on 29 November. Others are preferred in this line-up
MAHJONG – Fifth in a Conditions race at this track over 1300m on 18 December. It might have needed the latest and can be improved further
AFOGADO – A runner-up in a Conditions race at this track over 1300m on 18 December. Improving with racing and should make a bold bid
DIEGO D’ARTOIS – Finished 6th in a Conditions race at Lignieres over 1600m on 30 November. Others are preferred in this line-up
EKLAIRDEGENY – A runner-up on debut in a Conditions race at Craon over 1300m on 10 June. Beaten by Out Of Africa and should be involved in the finish again
HALL OF FAME – Well beaten 9th on debut in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1600m on 20 December. Needs to find a few lengths on the first effort
ZELZAL DREAM – Finished 7th on debut in a Conditions race at this track over 1300m on 18 December. Must improve on the first effort
ALPARSLAN – Fourth on debut in a Conditions race at this track over 1300m on 18 December. With natural improvement could be closer
Summary: AFOGADO (4) is improving and only had the one ahead of him at the post last time. He looks ready to score with Maxime Guyon in the saddle. EKLAIRDEGENY (6) ran really nicely on debut and seems to have some potential. He may, however, need this run returning from a break. WINTER CLASSIC (1) showed promise on debut and could like this shorter distance. MAHJONG (3) will be fitter this time and can be a threat.
SELECTIONS
AFOGADO (4) – EKLAIRDEGENY (6) – WINTER CLASSIC (1) – MAHJONG (3)
C8 – PRIX DU VOLCAN – 1400m (a7f) – ALL WEATHER – Class 2 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 53,000
MAJOR OAK – Fourth in a Handicap at this track over 1300m on 19 December. A winner of three Handicaps last year and two were on this track. Not out of it
CENTRAL PARK WEST – Third in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 26 December. A consistent sort who is seldom far off them and can contest the finish
POTEMKINE – A winner in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 13 December. Has confidence and can play a minor role
DIVINE CHRISNAT – Fourth in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1600m on 20 December. Can surprise on best efforts
SHINNING OCEAN – Non-Runner
ROCAMBOLESQUE – A winner in a Conditions race at Nimes over 1200m on 1 November. Declared a non-runner on 19 December. Has sufficient means to fight for victory
MCTENETT – Fifth in a Claimer at Chantilly over 1400m on 20 December. Facing stronger rivals and needs to find a few lengths
DOCTOR RON – Fourth in a Handicap at Pau over 1600m on 5 December. This will be the third run back and is capable of making the frame
GAILLARD – Finished 7th in a Handicap at this track over 1300m on 19 December. Capable of contesting the finish and should enjoy the step up in distance
EMPATHIC – Finished 7th in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1600m on 20 December. Track-suited but others are preferred
WONDER BOY – Finished 6th in a Handicap at this track over 1300m on 19 December. Maxime Guyon will give every assistance from the saddle. Track-suited and deserves to be respected
LEOPARDUCCIO – Unplaced in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 10 December. Others are preferred in this line-up
BROTHERS OF LILY’S – Finished 7th in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 28 October. Might need the run
ROYALWOOD – Unplaced in a Handicap at this track over 1300m on 27 November. Others are preferred in this line-up
ALI – Unplaced in a Handicap at this track over 1400m on 26 November. Equipped with cheek pieces for the first time and his only previous victory was on this track
MURCIANO – A runner-up in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 10 December. Track-suited and in good form. Can be involved in the finish again
Summary: A very nice race. ROCAMBOLESQUE (6) is clearly on the up after a year off. He will do everything he can to leave behind his recent good run in a void race and get back in the winner’s box despite his poor draw. CENTRAL PARK WEST (2) is usually very competitive and ran well again at Chantilly last time out. DOCTOR RON (8) has his peak performance third run back from a break and has a winning chance. GAILLARD (9) should like this longer distance and is one of many more that could go close.
SELECTIONS
ROCAMBOLESQUE (6) – CENTRAL PARK WEST (2) – DOCTOR RON (8) – GAILLARD (9)
C9 – PRIX D’HASPEL – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 19,000
SCORCH – Fifth in a Handicap at this track over 1900m on 29 November. Seldom far off them and deserves to be respected
WINDBURN – A winner in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1900m on 7 December. Has the confidence and can double up. Has won on the PSF
QUARTIER MAITRE – A runner-up in a Handicap at Pau over 1600m on 5 December. Maryline Eon will give every assistance from the saddle and is not out of it
TANTOMILE – Finished 7th in a Handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 2100m on 29 December. Can have place prospects
FLAINE – A runner-up in a Conditions race at this track over 1900m on 23 December. A good finisher that is capable of contesting the finish
STARS AND AWAY – Finished 7th in a Conditions race at Dieppe over 1800m on 27 August. Yet to taste victory and others are preferred
FIRTH OF FIFTH – Unplaced in a Handicap at this track over 1900m on 4 January. Must improve on the latest effort
Summary: WINDBURN (2) was a smart winner at Chantilly last month and sets the standard for this lucky last race. SCORCH (1) did not run badly when fifth at this track last time out and should be a threat to these rivals. The in-form FLAINE (5) is capable of a strong finish and can go one better this time. QUARTIER MAITRE (3) ran well in a handicap last time out on his comeback run and should contest the finish with improvement likely.
SELECTIONS
WINDBURN (2) – SCORCH (1) – FLAINE (5) – QUARTIER MAITRE (3)
R2 PAU [R-H]

C1 – PRIX CHARLES DE GINESTET – GRAND STEEPLE-CHASE DES ANGLO ARABES – 4700m (a3m) – TURF – Condition Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 52,000

FENOMENE D’OC AA – On his last start, he won a Class 3 chase at Pau over 4000m on December 21st. Cathy Joubert seems to get a good tune out of him and he can not be ignored
JAROUSSKY AA – Nice run to be 3rd over 4000m in a Class 3 chase behind FENOMENE D’OC AA (1) at this track on December 21st. Course winner and can not be ignored
ISISDELAGARDE AA – Fair 4th over 4000m at Pau behind three of his rivals who oppose again. That was in a Class 3 chase on December 21st. Can be involved but has ground to find
GOY D’OC AA – 5th last time, 4th before that over 3650m at Mont-De-Marsan on December 8th over hurdles. Has work to do
JAMAILYA AA – Good 2nd over 4000m behind FENOMENE D’OC AA (1) on the last start at Pau on December 21st in a Class 3 chase. Live contender
HAKANTE TROIS AA – Two unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that at Dax over 4100m over fences on September 29th. Opposable
MAGIC DE LA RUE AA – 5th on his last start over 4400m in a Class 1 chase at Auteuil on November 24th. He won before that in September in a cross-country race. Others make more appeal
JAKSON AA – Unplaced last time, 4th before that at Toulouse in a Class 4 chase on March 20th. Unlikely to be a threat
Summary: In a small but competitive race, it may pay to side with JAMAILYA AA (5) who was second on her last start at this track in late December when beaten a length. JAROUSSKY AA (2) was a narrow margin back in third that day and could once again play a lead role. FENOMENE D’OC AA (1) won beating the two horses already mentioned and Cathy Joubert is 4 from 4 on this gelding. ISISDELAGARDE AA (3) makes up the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
JAMAILYA AA (5) – JAROUSSKY AA (2) – FENOMENE D’OC AA (1) – ISISDELAGARDE AA (3)
C2 – PRIX FAIRPLAY – 4700m (a3m) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Cross – EUR € 32,000
HARD ROC DE KERSER – Good 2nd at this track over 4100m in a Class 2 cross-country on December 17th when last racing. Honest and can play a lead role
IQUEM D’ERABLE – Fair 4th over 4100m in a Class 2 cross-country at this track on December 21st when last seen. In the mix
ICI AVRILLY – Shaped well to be 3rd over 5600m in a Class 1 cross-country at Pau on December 21st. The drop back in trip will not be an issue
FREE LANO – Unplaced on the one run this year at Pau in a Class 2 cross-country on January 4th over 4100m. Not the most reliable
I’M WALKIN’ – Two unplaced runs since a 2nd over 4600m in a Class 2 cross-country at Haras-Du-Pin on October 27th, 2024. Opposable
FALSTAFF – Nice 2nd over 4900m at Craon in a Class 3 cross-country on December 1st on his last start. Ought to be in the shake-up
IDEALRUADE – Unplaced last time out, 2nd before that over 5000m at Nancy in a Class 3 cross-country on November 17th. Others rate higher
EMIRA DU GOUET – Two unplaced efforts of late, 4th before that over 4900m at Durtal in a cross-country chase on November 10th. Has work to do
HONODDOR – Five unplaced runs of late, the latter of them over 4700m in a Class 3 cross-country on December 14th at Moulins. Hard to fancy
Summary: HARD ROC DE KERSER (1) has consistent form in this type of race and ran well at this track when he was second in mid-December over 4100m. The extra 600m today will not inconvenience him. His main threat could be IQUEM D’ERABLE (2)who was back in fourth when they clashed at this track on December 21st. ICI AVRILLY (3) is also one to respect and can be involved. FALSTAFF (6) makes up the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
HARD ROC DE KERSER (1) – IQUEM D’ERABLE (2) – ICI AVRILLY (3) – FALSTAFF (6)
C3 – PRIX DE MONTARDON – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Claiming – Hurdles – EUR € 20,000
FIDELE AU POSTE – Unplaced in a Class 2 hurdle in early November last time out, 3rd before that on October 8th in a handicap chase at Auteuil over 3700m. Live chance
MONSTER CAROLI – Won at this track over 3700m in a claiming chase by 9L on December 25th on his only run last year. Can follow up
GOOD SAULAIE – Failed to get round on the one run over 3800m at Pau on January 2nd in a handicap hurdle, 3rd before that at Angers in a Class 2 chase on December 9th. Place chance
DA VINCI DEL RAIS – Two unplaced runs of late in 2023, 3rd before that over 3800m in a handicap hurdle at Pau back on February 13th, 2023. Long absence to overcome
FEU DU BRESIL – Placed on his last two starts, 3rd at Pau over 3700m in a claiming chase on December 25th. Can make the frame at nice odds
JOSHUA MOON – Credible 4th over 3800m at Pau in a claiming hurdle on December 21st over 3800m last time. Each way angle
HITADOR – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 3700m in a handicap hurdle on November 22nd. Others make more appeal
CHATTERTON – Three unplaced runs in 2024, the latter over 2500m on the flat at Deauville on December 19th in a Class 4 race. His second try over hurdles and is best watched
ISLE DE BRUZEAU – Two failed attempts to get round in 2024 over fences, the latest at Pau on December 25th in a claiming race. Pass over
Summary: MONSTER CAROLI (2) won well by 9L over fences at this track on Christmas Day when making his sole outing in 2024. He will have no concern about switching back over hurdles and is capable of following up. FIDELE AU POSTE (1) will be a threat as he drops in class and was a good third at Auteuil two starts ago in October last year over fences. JOSHUA MOON (6) was fourth at this track last month and merits consideration. GOOD SAULAIE (3) makes the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
MONSTER CAROLI (2) – FIDELE AU POSTE (1) – JOSHUA MOON (6) – GOOD SAULAIE (3)
C4 – PRIX DE JURANCON – 1200m (a6f) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 21,000
BEAU LINGE – Unplaced last time, she won before that over 1200m in a handicap at Toulouse on November 24th. Ought to be thereabouts
REVE DE VALLARSA – Has slipped down in the handicap, unplaced over 1300m at Deauville in a Class 2 handicap on December 19th on his last start. Can make the frame if overcoming a wide draw
VILLAIRES – Credible 5th over 1400m at Toulouse in a Class 3 handicap on November 24th on the last start. Player
RAPIDO PRESTO – 4th on the last start over 1400m at Toulouse on November 24th in a Class 3 handicap. Others make more appeal
MYBOYFRIEND – Placed on his last three starts, 3rd on the most recent over 1600m at this track in a Class 3 handicap on December 5th. One to keep safe
SHADE – Unplaced last time out, 3rd before that over 1200m at Les Sables in a Class 4 race on October 12th. Has a wide draw and others look better equipped
NATURAL PATH – Several unplaced runs of late, the latter of them over 1500m in a Class 4 race on December 23rd. Pass over
KATALINA – Unplaced last time out, 4th before that over 1600m in a class 3 race on November 16th.Track form of late has been poor
FALBALA – Placed on her last three runs, the latter of them over 1200m at Nimes in a Class 4 handicap when she was 3rd. Merits consideration
DELIA CHOPE – Won over 1200m in a Class 3 race on her latest start on November 10th at Mont-De-Marsan. Capable but is unreliable
DADAS BOY – Credible 2nd over 1200m at Toulouse on November 24th in a handicap on his last start. Has place claims
PIU DREAM – 5th over 1300m at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap on December 19th on his last run. Well drawn in stall 1 and can be involved
Summary: VILLAIRES (3) has been running well without scoring recently and was a close-up fifth in a competitive handicap at Toulouse on November 24th. He is the tentative selection in an open handicap. BEAU LINGE (1) has top-weight to deal with but can be competitive. She scored two starts ago on the turf at Toulouse in late November. Both are well drawn. REVE DE VALLARSA (2) has eased in the weights after a few unplaced runs. If overcoming her draw she can feature. MYBOYFRIEND (5) heads the remainder.
SELECTIONS
VILLAIRES (3) – BEAU LINGE (1) – REVE DE VALLARSA (2) – MYBOYFRIEND (5)
C5 – PRIX DE GUETHARY – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 35,000
LOOK AT ME NOW – Nice 3rd over 3500m on December 25th at Pau over hurdles and a win before that on the flat in November. Can keep improving and win again
LADY KYRA – Two unplaced runs since a win on debut over 2300m at Le Mans on the flat on April 23rd. Will be well schooled for this race and is in the mix
LOU LAND – Unraced by Beaumec De Houelle, the dam won two races over hurdles. From a respected trainer who knows the time of day. Watch the betting trends for clues
LADOUCEFOLIE – 5th over 3600m in a Class 4 hurdle at Saint-Brieuc on November 11th. Can improve and has place claims
LERIKA –
PIQUE DAME – 6th on her sole run over hurdles at Pau over 3500m on December 25th. One to keep safe
JOEE –
DEMOISEL DE PARIS – Fell on her hurdling debut when fancied at Pau on December 25th over 3500m. Can feature if non the worse
BLEUENNE –
LADY RAFFLES –
LADYMISS –
MARQUISE VERA –
Summary: LOOK AT ME NOW (1) made a pleasing debut over hurdles at this track on Christmas Day when she was third. She won on the flat in November and looks like a filly to follow. Her main rival could be DEMOISEL DE PARIS (8)who parted company with her jockey on her only start over hurdles at Pau in the same race as the selection. LOU LAND (3) looks good on paper and is one to watch in the betting for clues. LADY KYRA (2) won on the flat and warrants respect on hurdle race debut.
SELECTIONS
LOOK AT ME NOW (1) – DEMOISEL DE PARIS (8) – LOU LAND (3) – LADY KYRA (2)
C6 – PRIX DE SEVIGNACQ – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,000
SUPER CUTE – Non partante
VICTORY CAT – Fair 5th at Pau over 1600m in a Class 4 handicap on December 5th and placed form before that. Looks ready to win
ODIN – Three unplaced runs since a 2nd over 1400m at Pau in a Class 4 handicap on October 19th. Needs to recapture that form
MONA LISA – Course winner over 2000m in January 2024 and has shaped well at this track recently, 4th on December 21st over 2000m in a Class 4 handicap on the latest outing. Hard to ignore
JELIEL – No form of late, the latest unplaced run was at Deauville over 1400m in a Class 4 race on December 27th. Hard to recommend
LADY PINK – Has dropped in the handicap after several unplaced runs, the latter over 2000m at Pau in a Class 4 handicap on December 21st. Can make the frame if back on track
TOP GLORY – Three unplaced runs since a 3rd at Amiens over 1650m in a Class 4 handicap on November 6th. Needs to get back on track
PRINCESSE BLONDE – Has five unplaced runs last year, the latter over 1900m in a Class 4 handicap at Deauville on December 28th. Makes no appeal
WILBUR – 6th on his last two starts at this track, the latter of them over 1600m in a Class 4 handicap on December 5th. Each way chance
UNTITLED – Has shown very little form for some time, 7th at Pau in a Class 4 handicap on December 5th when last seen. Unlikely to be involved
SOLITARY MAN – Three unplaced runs since a win at Pau over 1400m in a Class 4 handicap on October 19th. Has place claims at this track he does well at
CAFE SAIGON – Five unplaced runs all last year, the latter over 2400m at Pau in a Class 4 race on November 29th. Has to be overlooked for now
ROYAL VATI – Fair 2nd two runs back over 1600m at Pau in a Class 4 handicap on November 13th. Consider each way
BRIDGE WATER – Has been out of form of late, well beaten over 1600m at Pau on November 13th in a Class 4 handicap. Look elsewhere
AL RASSOUL – Placed on his last two runs, 4th on the most recent over 1700m at Pornichet on December 15th in a Class 4 handicap. One to keep safe
ZASTER FOR ALL – 4th on her last start over 1600m at Pau in a Class 4 handicap on December 5th. Unreliable and others make more sense
Summary: In an open handicap, VICTORY CAT (2) looks like she is ready to get back in the winner’s circle. She has several placed efforts at this track and has faired well on her last two starts. MONA LISA (4) is a winner at this track and has also run well on her last two visits. She can be competitive. WILBUR (9) has had three unplaced runs at this track recently but is capable off his current handicap rating of making the frame. LADY PINK (6) heads the rest.
SELECTIONS
VICTORY CAT (2) – MONA LISA (4) – WILBUR (9) – LADY PINK (6)
C7 – PRIX DE MORLAAS – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,000
CHIEF RED CLOUD – Unplaced last time out, won before that over 1600m at Pau in a Class 3 handicap on December 5th. Hard to overlook on a track he excels at
JORDAN BAKER – Unplaced on December 5th over track and trip on the latest start, he won before that over 1700m in a Class 4 handicap at Pornichet on November 23rd. One to consider
SEGERA – Several unplaced runs of late, the latter over 1300m in a Class 4 race at Deauville on December 13th. Others make more appeal
NUIT D’ALIENOR – Unplaced last time in December, 3rd before that over track and trip on November 13th in a class 4 handicap. In the mix
LA VALE – Three unplaced runs recently, the latest over 1600m at Pau in a handicap on December 5th. Can be overlooked
VIS LE REVE – Three unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 2100m at Tarbes in a Class 4 handicap on September 23rd. Opposable
MISTER GRENADINE – 5th last time, won before that over track and trip in a Class 4 handicap on March 10th, 2024. He will strip fitter for a recent run in December
RAFALE – Decent 2nd behind CHIEF RED CLOUD (1) on December 5th in a Class 3 handicap over track and trip. On better terms, she can be competitive
VLASIKHOVA – Has shown very little form of late, well beaten over 2000m in a handicap at this track on October 19th last time out. Look for an alternative
LAYE CHOPE – Unplaced last time out, 3rd before that over 1600m in a claiming race on November 16th. PSF form has been poor
BECHO – Two unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 1600m in a Class 3 race on November 16th. Unlikely to threaten
MOLINO – Unplaced last time out, he won before that over track and trip on December 5th in a Class 4 handicap. One to pay attention too
RICHMOND – Unplaced recently over track and trip in November, he won before that over 1400m in a Class 4 handicap on October 19th, 2024 at Pau. Among the leading each way chances
WAIPA – Out of form of late, he unplaced over track and trip in a Class 3 handicap on December 5th on his last start. Looks vulnerable
MAHA DIVA – She has several unplaced runs of late, 5th over 1200m on the last one in a Class 3 race on November 10th. Hard to recommend
O GRE DES SAISONS – Has been out of form of late, unplaced over 1600m at Pau in a Class 4 race on November 13th last time out. Pass over
Summary: CHIEF RED CLOUD (1) has been a course and distance winner twice recently and can be forgiven for his last outing. He loves this track and is preferred to RAFALE (8) who was second behind the selection when they met at this venue on December 5th. On more favoured terms she can be competitive. MISTER GRENADINE (7) won over track and trip two starts ago in March 2024 and will be fitter for a spin on the track last month. NUIT D’ALIENOR (4) is also worth a mention.
SELECTIONS
CHIEF RED CLOUD (1) – RAFALE (8) – MISTER GRENADINE (7) – NUIT D’ALIENOR (4)
C8 – PRIX DE MONTANER – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 23,000
NEVER DIES – Two unplaced runs over hurdles recently, and one on the flat over 1400m on April 17th in a Class 3 at Chantilly. Hard to fancy
NORDESTE – Four unplaced runs since a 2nd over 1400m at Mont-De-Marsan on September 14th in a Class 3 handicap. Place chance
LE SAGE – Nice 4th over 1600m at this track in a Class 2 race on the latest start on November 29th. One to pay attention too
NICE SPIRIT – Placed 3rd on her last two starts, the latter of them over 1600m in a handicap at Toulouse on November 17th. In the mix
INSTRUIT – Two unplaced runs of late, he won before that over 1600m at Maia (PRT) on September 22nd. Look elsewhere
BLOOD DIAMOND – 5th last time, 4th before that over 1600m at Toulouse in a handicap on October 23rd. Ought to be in the shake-up
BABY GEORGE – Unplaced recently over 1700m in December, 2nd before that over 1700m in a Class 4 race at Saint-Brieuc on November 11th. Others preferred
ITALO – Fair 5th over 1600m at Pau in a Class 3 handicap on December 5th and a win in October over 1400m at this track. One to consider
LAUENEN – Won over 1900m in a Class 3 handicap at Deauville on December 3rd when last racing. Can make the frame
DANCE AHEAD – Two unplaced runs since a 2nd at Toulouse over 1600m in a Class 4 race on October 31st. Looks vulnerable
LAUPER – Three decent efforts of late,2nd on the most recent of them over track and trip in a class 3 handicap on December 5th. Player
VALINA – Three unplaced runs since a 3rd over 1600m at Toulouse on September 25th in a class 4 handicap. Out of form and others make more appeal
OLIVA – Unplaced last time out, won before that over 1600m at Pau in a Class 4 handicap on November 13th. Has the ability to make the top four
ROCKENVOY – 3rd over 1200m at Seville(ESP) on December 29th, 2024 when last racing. This might be a step too far
Summary: LE SAGE (3) has shaped with encouragement on his last two starts at this track, the latest when he was fourth in a Class 2 race on November 29th. He has not won for over a year and can get a deserved success. NICE SPIRIT (4) will do her best to make life difficult for the selection and has been placed on her last two starts. LAUPER (11) has been in form on her last three starts and can make an impact. NORDESTE (2) warrants respect and can have a say.
SELECTIONS
LE SAGE (3) – NICE SPIRIT (4) – LAUPER (11) – NORDESTE (2)
R3 TOULOUSE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE MAURIAC – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 15,000

MAIRY FREE – Showed some promise on debut when third in Class F at Montauban over 2400m on 29 December. Can fight out the finish
MATIS DU VIGNAC – Not disgraced when 5th on his debut in Class F at Montauban over 2400m on 29 December. Might play a minor role
MUSE DU LOISIR – Unreliable but did not run too badly when 6th in Class B at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 23 December. Can make the frame
MARELLA DALEO – Not disgraced in both her starts so far and was 5th in Class D at Amiens over 2400m on 9 December. Big chance in this line-up
MARMOTTAN – A three-year-old colt by Royal Dream out of Randina who is making his debut. Watch the betting
MOUSTIK SAUTREUIL – Did not show much on debut when unplaced at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 8 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
MAGNUM COCO – Disqualified at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat on his debut on 5 January. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
MICKEY DE VIVOIN – Disqualified on his debut at Montauban over 2400m on 29 December. Capable of improvement and one to watch
MADISON DANICA – A three-year-old colt by Davidson du Pont out of Blue Comet who is making his debut. Watch the betting
MINA DE BASSIERE – A three-year-old filly by Ouragan de Celland out of Ska De Bassière who is making her debut. Watch the betting
MASHA – Has not shown much so far and was 8th last time out in Class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2100m on 1 December. Others make much more appeal
MAC DUEM – He was disqualified on his debut at Grenade-sur-Garonne on 8 December. Capable of improvement
Summary: MARELLA DALEO (4) has not run badly in both starts to date and this could be the right race to see her break her maiden tag. MAIRY FREE (1) ran well at Montauban last month and should be a threat with improvement expected. MINA DE BASSIERE (10) showed promise in qualification session and would not be a surprise winner. MUSE DU LOISIR (3) is unreliable but could also get involved with the finish.
SELECTIONS
MARELLA DALEO (4) – MAIRY FREE (1) – MINA DE BASSIERE (10) – MUSE DU LOISIR (3)
C2 – PRIX D’YTRAC – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 21,000
LILAS DU MELEUC – Not disgraced when fourth in Class E at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 3 September. Barefoot for return and can contest the finish
LELIA FRANCE – Disqualified in her last four starts, with the latest being at Graignes on 30 December. Barefoot and capable of a surprise
LEGENDE D’ETE – Unreliable and was 6th in Class E at this track over 2750m on 4 January. Capable of a an upset on best form
LUNE SMILE – Only modest of late and was 7th last time out in in this division over this course and distance on 6 December. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
LILY DE TROUVILLE – Her only win was in a claimer but she was not disgraced when 5th in Class F at Montauban over 2400m on 29 December. Might play a minor role
LORINEA CUT – Has struggled of late and was 9th in Class F at Montauban over 2400m on 29 December. Others make more appeal
LOLITA DE LORIOL – Yet to win a race and was 7th in Class E at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2400m on 20 December. Capable of better and is not out of it
LEDA DE VANDEL – Disqualified in two of her last three starts so far including last time out at Graignes on 30 December. Quite capable of bouncing back to score if wise this time
LOLITA DU PORHOET – Did not show her best when 6th in Class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 22 December. Better judged on her penultimate start win and has a place chance
LUISA – Yet to win and was 8th in Class F at Montauban over 2400m on 29 December. More is needed to win
LUCIOLE D’ART – Has major disqualification issues and was tenth last time out in Class E at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2400m on 20 December. Best watched for now
Summary: A competitive event and we should get an exciting finish. LEDA DE VANDEL (8) has disqualification issues but does have some ability and can win is focused on the task. LILAS DU MELEUC (1) returns from a break but will be unshod so could be ready for this race. LOLITA DE LORIOL (7) is capable of better than the last run suggests but has yet to win a race. LELIA FRANCE (2) is very hard to trust but is barefoot and capable of a surprise.
SELECTIONS
LEDA DE VANDEL (8) – LILAS DU MELEUC (1) – LOLITA DE LORIOL (7) – LELIA FRANCE (2)
C3 – PRIX ALAIN ET JEAN-PHILIPPE CHADOURNE – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 21,000
LATINUS DU PRE – Disqualified in his last two starts, with the latest being at this track on 4 January. Capable of earning some money if wise this time
LOVE METHOD – Unreliable and was 6th in Class E at this track over 2325m on 7 January. Capable of earning some money
LIVINIO FLAC – Unreliable and was 6th in Class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over this distance on 28 December. Capable of contesting the finish
LEAVING NEW YORK – Disqualified twice in just four starts, including last time out at Beaumont-de-Lomagne on 20 December. A winner of his previous two starts and can bounce back to score
LE BEAU FOXGLEN – Has some fair form and was fourth in Class F at Montauban over 2400m on 29 December. Has a place chance
LOAIME JIJI – In good shape and was fourth in a Class E Mounted race at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 15 December. Better under the saddle but could play a minor role
LET’S GO MAB – Disqualified at Langon on 18 July. Had some good form before that but is likely to need this run returning from a break
LE GRAND AMOUR – Bounced back to form with a Class E win at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 5 October. Can follow up if in the same mood
LUDWIG VAN CASH – Showed some improvement when 5th in Class E at this track over2750m on 4 January. Not out of it
Summary: LEAVING NEW YORK (4) has plenty of ability and if smart he looks hard to oppose in this line-up. LIVINIO FLAC (3) is unreliable but should be a threat to these rivals if showing his best side. LE GRAND AMOUR (8) won a good race at Beaumont-de-Lomagne in October but might need a run to get to peak fitness. He can contest the finish though. LUDWIG VAN CASH (9) showed improvement of late and could have more to offer this time.
SELECTIONS
LEAVING NEW YORK (4) – LIVINIO FLAC (3) – LE GRAND AMOUR (8) – LUDWIG VAN CASH (9)
C4 – PRIX DU PUY COURNY – 2950m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 21,000
KUEENTRASS – Has major disqualification issues and was disqualified last time out at this track on 7 January. Capable of winning when in the mood
KOLOR – Unreliable and was 7th in Class F at this track over 2325m on 4 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
KAILY DUEM – Not disgraced when third in Class F at this track over 2325m on 4 January. Should contest the finish again
KAMPALA DU DAMIER – Returned to form with a Class f win at Auch over 2800m on 11 November. Can follow up if in the same mood
KUEEN DE TILLARD – Unreliable but was fourth in Class E at Salon-de-Provence over 2200m on 26 October. Might play a minor role
KALIENTE D’ATOUT – Has struggled of late and was 11th in Class E at Montauban over 2400m on 29 December. Others make much more appeal
KALY DE BENAC – Not disgraced when third in Class E at Montauban over 2400m on 29 December. Has a place chance
KRISSA DE MORGANE – Disqualified in her last two starts, with the latest being at Vincennes on 24 December. Could improve at this track and make the frame
KAMILLA – Needed her last run when 8th in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 3 January. May need another run
KAVALE DU CHOQUEL – Yet to win a race but was runner-up in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 3 January. Can go one better this time
Summary: KAVALE DU CHOQUEL (10) ran well at Cagnes-sur-Mer in finishing 2nd in a Class D last week and can go one better. A probable first victory for her. KAILY DUEM (3) ran well last week here and should be a threat once again. KUEENTRASS (1) has disqualification issues but does like this track and is not out of it. KRISSA DE MORGANE (8) can improve on her first run for next trainer and warrants some consideration too.
SELECTIONS
KAVALE DU CHOQUEL (10) – KAILY DUEM (3) – KUEENTRASS (1) – KRISSA DE MORGANE (8)
C5 – PRIX DE VIC SUR CERE – 2950m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 21,000
KARDIO – Has disqualification issues but was runner-up last time out in Class F at Cagnes-sur-Me over 2925m on 23 December. Has a place chance
KELROC – Holding form and was third in Class F at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 6 January. Can contest the finish
KYLIAN DU CHATELET – Yet to win a race and was 5th in Class F at Toulouse over 2325m on 4 January. Needs to do a bit more to win
KASTEL LOVE – Disqualified last time out at Langon on 18 July. Likely to need this run returning from a break
KUNTA KINTE – Disqualified twice in last three starts, including last time out at this track on 6 December. Not barefoot this time but is capable of scoring again
KRISS D’AVIGNERE – On a long losing run and was 8th in Class E at Montauban over 2400m on 29 December. Others make more appeal
KOOPLES ERA – Did not show his best when 7th in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Me over 2925m on 3 January. Returns barefoot and has a winning chance
KAVALEUR D’ENFER – Has some fair form of late and was not disgraced when 5th in Class D at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 27 December. Not out of it
KELYO DU SOLNAN – Has disqualification issues and was tenth in Class D at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 27 December. Has a good record with this shoe arrangement and can bounce back to score
Summary: KELYO DU SOLNAN (9) is not easy to trust but has a very good record with this shoe combination and can win a race like this. KUNTA KINTE (5) is not easy to trust but is also quite capable of contesting the finish when in the right mind. KELROC (2) is usually very competitive in this division and has a winning chance. KAVALEUR D’ENFER (8) was not disgraced last time out and can make the frame.
SELECTIONS
KELYO DU SOLNAN (9) – KUNTA KINTE (5) – KELROC (2) – KAVALEUR D’ENFER (8)
C6 – PRIX DE PERUEJOULS – 2950m (a2m) – Class F Race – Mounted – EUR € 21,000
IDEAL DE CHAHAINS – In good shape and was third in a Class F Mounted race at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 20 December. Has a place chance
JANGO BELLO – Bounced back to form with a Class F Mounted race win at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 15 December. Can follow up
JINGLE PACA – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up in a Class F Mounted race at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 20 December. Can go one better this time
HELIOS DU TAY – On a very long losing run and was 9th in a Class G Mounted race at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 24 November. Others make much more appeal
JANICK DU VIVIER – Disqualified last time out at Vincennes on 24 December. Better under the saddle and can bounce back to score
HELTER SKELTER – In good shape and was third last time out in a Class F harness race at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 15 December. Could earn some money trying a Mounted race
JOYAU DE LA COTE – Did not show his best when 11th in Class E at Salon-de-Provence over 2200m on 24 November. Ran well under the saddle before that and is barefoot and has a winning chance
JIPCHO SKILL – Has disqualification issues but was not disgraced when 5th in a Class D Mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 22 November. Can make the frame
IMPERIAL GOLD – Unreliable but was barefoot and runner-up in Class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 22 December. Not unshod this time and others are preferred
ICARE DE TROIS – Unreliable and was 9th in a Class F harness race at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 17 December. Better under the saddle is capable of winning when wise
HERCULE DU LEVANT – Disqualified last time out at Marseille-Vivaux on 12 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
HONNEUR DE BRY – Disqualified last time out at this track on 6 December. Needs major improvement to win this race
HAPPY DE NARMONT – Disqualified last time out at Beaumont-de-Lomagne on 1 November. Battling to find best form and others are preferred
JOIE DE BERTRANGE – On a very long losing run and was fourth in a Class E harness race at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 5 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
Summary: JANICK DU VIVIER (5) was unlucky in a harness race last time out but is better under the saddle and could make amends and score if smart. JOYAU DE LA COTE (7) is clearly best judged on his penultimate start which was in a Mounted race and he will be a lively danger. JANGO BELLO (2) was a good winner last time out and would be no surprise if following up. JINGLE PACA (3) is threatening to win and is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
JANICK DU VIVIER (5) – JOYAU DE LA COTE (7) – JANGO BELLO (2) – JINGLE PACA (3)
C7 – PRIX DES QUATRE CHEMINS – 2950m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 24,000
IKATANGO – Finished tenth in class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 24 November. On a long losing streak and is best watched for now
JIKOA EFJI – Only modest of late and was 6th in class F at Montauban over 2400m on 29 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
JELINA DES RACQUES – In good shape and was fourth in class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 22 December. Victorious earlier in December and is not out of it
JUST A SONG – Battling of late and was 10th in class E at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 20 December. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
INVICTA – Finished tenth in class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 22 December. Has major disqualification issues and others make more appeal
JEAN DE GIMAT – Finished 8th in class E at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 20 December. Unreliable and others make more appeal
IXO DES PLANS – Disqualified in class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 22 December. In good form before that and is capable of making the frame
IMPATIENT DU LUPIN – Not disgraced when fourth in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 17 December. On a long losing streak and more is needed to win
JACK REACHER – Finished 6th in class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 17 December. Barefoot and capable of scoring
JUJU DE NORTHEN – Victorious in Class F at Montauban over 2400m on 29 December. In decent form and can contest the finish again
JAKADI DE VAUVILLE – Did not show his best when 8th in class A at Toulouse over 2950m on 22 November. Unreliable others are preferred
IDEAL DU GAZON – Victorious in Class F at Niort over 2475m on 15 September when barefoot. Not unshod this time and others are preferred
JAZZ PAT – Very consistent of late and was runner-up in class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 17 December. Be right there at the finish
ILLICO MICHA – Disqualified in class D at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 20 December. Capable of contesting the finish when in the right mood
Summary: JACK REACHER (9) probably needed his last two runs and is barefoot this time. He can bounce back to score in a competitive race. JAZZ PAT (13) is very fit and clearly will not go down with a challenge for top honours. JUJU DE NORTHEN (10) is in decent form and can follow up on the win at Montauban despite the slight rise in grade. ILLICO MICHA (14) could be the surprise package of the race.
SELECTIONS
JACK REACHER (9) – JAZZ PAT (13) – JUJU DE NORTHEN (10) – ILLICO MICHA (14)
C8 – PRIX DE MARMANHAC – 2950m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 35,000
CHARLES OP – Unreliable but was runner-up in class E at Enghien over 2250m on 27 June. Yet to win and is likely to need this run returning from a break
TESTA DI CAVOLO – Has struggled of late and was 9th in class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 22 December. In poor form and is best watched for now
GAILLARDE QUERAY – Has struggled of late and was 9th in class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 27 December. Unreliable and others are preferred
BEAUTY WIND – Finished 6th in class A at Gelsenkirchen over 2000m on 8 December. Victorious back in March and is capable of an upset
HULK DE TILLARD – Not disgraced when fourth in class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 27 December. Has a place chance
FLASH DE LA NOE – Finished 12th in class E at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 20 December. Has disqualification issues and is best watched for now
IL VIENT DU LUDE – Unreliable but was runner-up in class D at Vichy over 2950m on 14 September. Might need the run returning from a break
GOLD PEJI – Battling to regain best form and was 6th in class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 28 December. Has major disqualification issues and others are preferred
MATEO DE REVE – Not disgraced when fourth in class D at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 19 June when barefoot. Not unshod this time and others make more appeal
HERODE DU CORTA – Victorious in Class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 18 December. In good form and can follow up
EUNIS DU PATURAL – Finished a good third in class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 28 December. Should be competitive once again
GOODMORNING CHARLY – Showed improvement when fourth in class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 3 January. Won on three attempts last year and can contest the finish
GALOPIN DES CHAMPS – Disappointing form of late and was 8th in class D at Lyon-Parilly over 2600m on 14 December. Won well in November and is not out of it
Summary: HERODE DU CORTA (10) left a good impression when scoring at Cagnes-sur-Mer last month and can take out this lucky last race. This track and trip should not be a problem. GOODMORNING CHARLY (12) hinted at a form return at Vincennes a week ago and can do even better this time. EUNIS DU PATURAL (11) also ran well at Vincennes at the end of last month and is clearly not out of it. GALOPIN DES CHAMPS (13) can competitive if he turns up in the right mood.
SELECTIONS
HERODE DU CORTA (10) – GOODMORNING CHARLY (12) – EUNIS DU PATURAL (11) – GALOPIN DES CHAMPS (13)
R4 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE FRANCHEVILLE – LA BARRE – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class B Race – Harness – EUR € 52,000

LEXINGTON DANICA – Reassuring but unthreatening 4th of 13 in a 2700m Class C here on 18 December. Has ground to make up but is competitively shod and can get in on the action
LORD SUN DRALIAM – Tricky but talented colt that lost his action when going well in a 2700m Class A here on New Year’s Day. Sanctioned on only start over the distance but returns to racing shod and must not be entirely overlooked
LOTUS GRIFF – Out of the picture in 2 since the spell, latterly sanctioned in 29 December race of reference. Barefoot this time but must first re-establish his credentials
LUDIVER DES VAUX – Sanctioned in last 4, most recently 29 December race of reference. Sports modified shoeing but still cannot be considered a player
LUTIN JABA – Made short work of a Class D under these conditions on 13 December. Has so much more to give and will take all the beating
LOULOU DES OUBEAUX – 4th of 7 finishers in a 2700m Class C here late last month. Is clearly in form though and the new formula will only work to his advantage
LORD DE BANVILLE – Flattering 5th of 7 finishers, a place behind LOULOU DES OUBEAUX (6), in a 2700m Class C here late last month. Is first-time barefoot but others still easier to back
LANSKY VALLEE – Lost all chance at the start, finishing last of 8 over course and distance 3 weeks ago. Is reunited with Eric Raffin, sports modified shoeing, and has every chance of finishing in the mix
LAMONT DU DOUET – Significantly better than recent 8th of 10 behind LOTUS GRIFF (3) in a 2700m Class B here a month ago would suggest. Gets the chance to race barefoot and is unlikely to disappoint
LOVER MAN – Drops marginally in category after running 3rd of 8 in a 2700m Class A here on 22 November. Comes here fresh and, with pads fitted, looks main threat to LUTIN JABA (5)
Summary: Tremendous winner over course and distance last month, JMB has opted to shoe LUTIN JABA (5) more competitively this time and he steps up in category with every chance of doubling his money. That being said, the well-entered LOVER MAN (10) has been climbing the class ladder well and sports front pads this time. David Thomain takes the reins on a freshly-reconfigured LOULOU DES OUBEAUX (6) who will appreciate this shorter trip.
SELECTIONS
LUTIN JABA (5) – LOVER MAN (10) – LOULOU DES OUBEAUX (6) – LAMONT DU DOUET (9)
C2 – PRIX DE MAURIAC – 2850m (a2m) – Class B Race – Harness – EUR € 52,000
UNDERGROUND ARTIST – Finished 6th of 10 before being disqualified in a 2700m Class C here last Sunday. Has evident ability but appears to need another outing
LOKE SANCY DIAMOND – Has not been seen out since finishing 8th of 9 over 1640m at Solvalla last September and, barefoot or not, can be passed over
EVERY TIME WINNER – Back in Paris after running 3rd of 6 in a 2120m San Siro conditioner mid-December. Thrives over the main track and even though barefoot, may find the level somewhat too elevated
JUST A LADY (DEN) – Has not been seen out since running 4th of 11 over 2100m in Bjerke 2 months ago. Debuts barefoot for new trainer and although not a priority, is still worth keeping an eye on
NAOMI BROS – Back under harness after finishing last but one in a 2175m monte Class B here a fortnight ago. Faces first real objective of the winter and is not about to disappoint
FRANK S.H. – Classy Swedish trotter that held his own, coming 6th of 13, in a 2700m Gr.2 here on 7 December. Returns fresh, with Mathieu Mottier reining, and will be expected to contest the finish
KIRCIE DE GUEZ – Unraced since coming 3rd of 7 finishers in a monte Gr.1 over course and distance last June. Has other priorities and can be ruled out
RIKITA JP – Defied her odds to come 5th of 10 in a 2100m Gr.3 here on 14 December. Matthieu Abrivard at the helm this time and has the wherewithal to go close
KILL JOY LADY – Quality mare but below-par in last 2, most recently sanctioned early in a Class B over track and trip 9 days ago. Can pick up some prizemoney if applied but others still easier to trust
KEEP YOUR DREAMS – Good 3rd of 9 in a Class B over course and distance on New Year’s Day. Has been close to his race for some time and could well impose
KID BELLAY – Pleasant 4th of 9, a place behind KEEP YOUR DREAMS (10), in a Class B over course and distance on New Year’s Day. Is not about to cause an upset but has been reconfigured and will generate some interest
KEMIA DU CHENE – 4th in Gr.2 Prix Ariste Hemard prior to being sanctioned early in a Class B over course and distance mid-December. Reunited with Benjamin Rochard who won with her last June and is unlikely to be far off the mark
KALMIA PERRINE – Has not been seen out since finishing runner-up to KILL JOY LADY (9) in a 2700m Class B here on 18 October. Has plainly been held back for this and Théo Duvaldestin will be eager to make hay
Summary: Although intermittent, KEEP YOUR DREAMS (10) put on a fine show under these conditions earlier in the month and with Eric Raffin in the bike can open his 2025 account. Serious nordic raider, FRANK S.H. (6) drops back in class after a promising Vincennes debut and should be very much in the running this time. KALMIA PERRINE (13) has not been far off the mark in his last two and must be taken more seriously. NAOMI BROS (5) has been given time to adapt to the main track and races barefoot with JMB in the bike.
SELECTIONS
KEEP YOUR DREAMS (10) – FRANK S.H. (6) – KALMIA PERRINE (13) – NAOMI BROS (5)
C3 – PRIX DU BOUSCAT – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C Race – Mounted – EUR € 53,000
JAGUAR DE KARA – Has demonstrated decent aptitude for the code but will need to show improvement on recent 4th of 9 to JACARANDA (3) in a Class D over course and distance on 22 December
JOYEUSE ENTREE – Has taken well to her new vocation, most recently close 2nd of 11 to JOY FOR US (4) in a 2700m Class D here on 21 December, and deserves to be taken seriously
JACARANDA – Made it 3 in a row over track and trip when comfortable winner of a Class D on 22 December. Simply excels with Benjamin Rochard and will be expected to bring the fight to JOUR DE FETE (9)
JOY FOR US – Put on a fine show to secure a 2700m Class D here on 21 December. Has buckets of talent and on good behaviour can again finish close
JESTA BUISSONAY – Won 2 over track and trip before finishing last but one in a harness Class C course-and-distance conditioner on 1 January. Shod to preference this time and, with application, can finish in the mix
JEDI DES BROUETS – Sanctioned in last 5, latterly a 2850m harness Gr.3 early last month, and debuts under the saddle with modest ambition
JUNIOR BERDIERE – Drops marginally in category after running 2nd to a good horse in a 2850m Class B here on 8 December. Comes here fresh and can pick up a cheque
JAZZ DE PERVENCHE – Somewhat reassuring 5th of 8 in a harness Class C over track and trip late last month, however a repeat seems unlikely
JOUR DE FETE – Last of 13 when being conditioned for this in a 2100m harness Class A here on New Year’s Day. Showed his aptitude for the discipline last summer and a similar performance would see him confirm
JALIMEDE – 7th of 8, on monte debut, in a 2850m Class D here on New Year’s Day and has a lot more to find
Summary: Terrific winner here last August on his lone appearance under the saddle, JOUR DE FETE (9) is barefoot following a pair of conditioners, is reunited with Matilde Herleiksplass, and can expect significant support. JACARANDA (3), however, steps up in class after accumulating a trio of course-and-distance victories and will be expected to contest the finish. Well-regarded but a handful at the best of times, JOY FOR US (4) reassured with a determined victory here 3 weeks ago and can again figure prominently if Guillaume Martin keeps her focused.
SELECTIONS
JOUR DE FETE (9) – JACARANDA (3) – JOY FOR US (4) – JESTA BUISSONAY (5)
C4 – PRIX DE LA MOSELLE – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 35,000
KASSIANO D’IS – Makes Vincennes debut after running 4th of 12 in a 2800m Pontchateau Class F last week. Matthieu Abrivard reining this time but still represents no more than a minor place chance
KADOR DE VILLABON – Looked ordinary before being sanctioned in a 2100m Parilly Class F mid-December and even though reconfigured is unlikely to make much of an impact
KAID GRIFF – Put a pair of sanctions behind him when successful in a 2600m Parilly Class F on 1 December. Benjamin Rochard gets the nod this time and despite moving up in category, can make first 5
KIDAM DU METZ – In the frame in last 2, most recently 2nd of 12 in a 2850m Le Mans Class F mid-December, but in this company will need to find more
KALL ME LOVE – Spirited type but has ample ability. Sanctioned early in a 2800m Pontchateau Class F last week but faces first objective of the winter and the engagement of Alexandre Abrivard speaks volumes
KAROLUS FAIR – Failed to confirm Mauquenchy performance when sanctioned in a 2050m Laval Class F on 8 December and is being aimed too high this time
KILLER ANGOT – Made it 4 wins from last 5 starts when successful in a 2750m Cabourg monte Class F on 7 December. Shoes off for Vincennes debut and may just be the horse to beat
KER MIEL – Made it 3 straight sanctions when faulting early in a 2100m Class E here 10 days ago. Races without hind shoes, with Bjorn Goop in the bike, and can make a big impact if he gets his charge off on the right foot
KSAR UNICK – Sanctioned when prepping for this in a 2800m Pontchateau Class F on 22 December, a fortnight after having trounced the opposition at Angers. Shoes off, as then, and again looks a serious proposition
KEMER SI – Faithful element that finished a valiant 5th of 9 in a 2875m Argentan Class F a fortnight ago but can expect to find the going tougher this time
KABOTIN CHENEVIERE – Good 3rd of 9 in a 2100m Class E here 10 days ago. May well find his niche over this distance and Eric Raffin will have a legitimate claim on the spoils
Summary: As good in one discipline as the other, KILLER ANGOT (7) races first-time barefoot for his return to the harness code and, already a winner going left-handed, can pull off the hat-trick. He is still going to come under pressure from the reconfigured KABOTIN CHENEVIERE (11) who is plainly close to his race, and KSAR UNICK (9) who was dynamic at Angers a month ago when barefoot. KALL ME LOVE (5) has 2 races under his belt following a long absence and, entrusted to Alexandre Abrivard, is unlikely to disappoint.
SELECTIONS
KILLER ANGOT (7) – KABOTIN CHENEVIERE (11) – KSAR UNICK (9) – KALL ME LOVE (5)
C5 – PRIX DE BOLLENE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B Race – Mounted – EUR € 43,000
MEMPHIS PARIS – Lost his action in a 2750m Cabourg harness Class F on 7 December debut. Benjamin Rochard aboard but still not easy to recommend
MEURSAULT DE VETRE – Sanctioned first time out when well-supported in a 2300m Argentan Class F mid-December. Enjoys a decent allowance but others still preferred
MHUM FLYNG – Sanctioned at the first turn, on debut, in 27 December race of reference and can be confidently passed over
MANHATTAN VISAIS – Unremarkable 7th in 27 December race of reference first time under the saddle, and can expect to have few takers
MAGNOLIADARCHE – Pleasantly surprising 5th of 10 behind MAESTRO DE JOUDES (6), on debut, in a 2200m Class D here 2 weeks ago. Will have come on for the run and while unlikely to shake things up, can still hold his own
MAESTRO DE JOUDES – Has taken well to new vocation, most recently 3rd of 10 in a 2200m Class D here 2 weeks ago. Unlikely to open his seasonal account but still looks good enough to challenge for a place in the frame
MEMPHIS ELLIS – Sanctioned when full of running in a 2100m harness Class C here on 18 December. Has done enough under harness to be considered a major player first time under the saddle
MILORD JAVRONNAIS – Debuts in the discipline after coming 7th of 11 in a harness Gr.2 over course and distance mid-December. Is the pick of Eric Raffin and will be expected to deliver
MANHATTAN JIEL – Useful sort taking first competitive monte steps after being sanctioned in a 2850m Class A here 2.5 weeks ago. Is clearly useful though and will not be far off the mark if Adrien Lamy keeps him trotting
MAESTRO DU VOYAGE – Has turned a corner since switching codes, most recently dominating a 2200m Class D here a month back. Should take well to the new profile and has a realistic chance of doubling up
Summary: Like a horse reborn since moving to the ridden discipline, MAESTRO DU VOYAGE (10) was simply superb here this time last month and if he takes to the new conditions, can confirm. MILORD JAVRONNAIS (8) may have bitten off more than he could chew last time but has talent in abundance and makes his monte debut with Eric Raffin in the irons. MEMPHIS ELLIS (7) has been sanctioned as often as not but possesses evident potential and the change of scenery may be just what the doctor ordered.
SELECTIONS
MAESTRO DU VOYAGE (10) – MILORD JAVRONNAIS (8) – MEMPHIS ELLIS (7) – MAESTRO DE JOUDES (6)
C6 – PRIX DE MARVEJOLS – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class R Claiming Amateur Riders – Harness – EUR € 18,000
JOKER DES MOLLES – Got back in the game when 2nd of 12 to JOURNEY OF DREAM (8) in a 2875m claimer here mid-October. Has not been seen since but is competitively shod and despite the inside draw, can pick up a cheque
JEAN MADRIK – Reliability not his strong suit but ran reassuring 3rd of 10, a place behind JOKER DU LYS (16), in a 2850m claimer here a month ago. Drawn well behind the car, reverts to a previous formula, and must be taken seriously
JUBY DE BAILLY – Last of 11 in a 2175m Class D here a week ago. Has been a write-off for some time and is not about to spring any surprises
IDEM DU PONT – Makes claiming debut after finishing 9th of 10 in a 2650m Vivaux Class F late-November. Nicely-positioned behind the car, is reconfigured for the occasion, but others still preferred
IRON MIJACK – Unraced since running 5th of 13 in a 2875m Enghien claimer 3 months ago. Breaks from the 5-spot, with just hind shoes off, but appears to be biting off more than he can chew
JACK BARROW – Takes first steps in claiming category after faulting in a 2175m Class D here a week ago. Breaks in front and on good behaviour will be no pushover
IENA D’ORGERES – Somewhat disappointing 7th of 11 behind IMPACT CASTELETS (9) in a 2150m Argentan Class E mid-December. Has never disappointed under these conditions though and must be respected
JOURNEY OF DREAM – Sent for a rest after dominating a 2875m claimer here mid-October. Is clearly in conditioning mode and can bring home the bacon if sufficiently fit
IMPACT CASTELETS – Back in a category he likes 2 weeks after running 5th of 12 in a 2100m amateurs Class F over the main track. Would have preferred a better draw but has solid claiming credentials and will have his chances
JACK FOULONIERE – Returned to productive ways when runner-up to JOKER DU LYS (16) in a 2100m claimer over the main track late-September. Will be fresh although the draw will do him no favours
IGOR DES CAILLONS – Courageous 6th of 14 in a 2725m Cabourg Class F 3 weeks ago and even though reconfigured, will struggle to make any impact in this company
JULY DU GUESNE – Sprang a 65/1 surprise when 4th of 12 in a 2500m Reims Class F on 24 November but has nothing to contribute this time
JOSIO DU POMMEREUX – 12th of 13 in a 2875m Argentan Class F last weekend. Barefoot this time but can still be confidently ruled out
JISMIE GRIFF – Last but one in a 2100m Class D over main track late-November. Is proven at this level but in current form, and drawn poorly, will have no possible chance
JOKER MADRIK – 9th of 11 in a 2850m Class E here 2 weeks ago. Has been off the boil since the summer and can be passed over
JOKER DU LYS – Won over 2100m of the main track before missing out by little in a 2850m claimer here a month ago. Allocated a shocking draw but comes here fresh and has the capacity to trot his way onto the podium
Summary: Although unraced for 3 months and forced to break wide, JOURNEY OF DREAM (8) has nevertheless proved himself very handy in the claiming division and, barefoot for the occasion, can pick up where he left off. JACK BARROW (6) may not be the easiest of horses to handle but he will be dangerous if Theo Raffin keeps him focused. IMPACT CASTELETS (9) didn’t win the allocation lottery but he has nothing to prove at this level and will not be far from the action if positioned early. Considerably more competitive since dropping to the claiming category, JOKER DU LYS (16) is forced to start wide on the back line but with some luck in running can finish close.
SELECTIONS
JOURNEY OF DREAM (8) – JACK BARROW (6) – IMPACT CASTELETS (9) – JOKER DU LYS (16)
C7 – PRIX RAMSES – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 38,000
MUST ATOUT – Tight winner of a 2700m Graignes Class E on 13 December. Faces a tougher task this time but is plainly a colt for the future and must be considered a contender
MALANDRINO – Put in a good effort to run 4th of 9 in a Class C over course and distance on 18 December. Is patently on the way up and the Eric Raffin-factor must be taken into account
MELIDIAN – Last of 6 in a 2550m Reims claimer on 7 December and in spite of a good draw, has no possible chance
MEA CULPA – Steps back up in category after coming 2nd of 9 in a claimer over course and distance early-December. Ideally-positioned behind the car but others still easier to support
MELCHIOR JAMES – Pleased on debut before comfortably winning a 2050m Laval Class F early last month. Takes on better this time but in current condition is very easy to like for a place in first 3
MARDOUK DE GODREL – Won at La Capelle first time out before coming 4th of 9 in a 2175m Class D here on 5 December. Has more to find but is still unlikely to go home empty-handed
MONTEQUILLO – Made up for Chartres disappointment when victorious in a 2750m Cabourg Class D 2.5 weeks ago. Unlikely to repeat but can still give this a good go. First 5
MERCURY DELO – Respectable 4th of 9 behind MELCHIOR JAMES (5) in a 2050m Laval Class F early last month. Forced to break wide here though and is not about to spring a surprise
MIX CASH – Put away after a promising debut only to fly up on re-entry last week in a 2050m Cabourg Class D. Returns with morale intact and has a realistic chance of doubling his money
MOUSTIK LA GOVELLE – Last of 9 behind MALANDRINO (2) in a Class C over course and distance on 18 December and will need to raise his game
MOVING QUICK – Sanctioned on debut before finishing last of 12 in a 2150m Cordemais Class F last Sunday. Benjamin Rochard in the bike but still looks out of his depth
Summary: Highly impressive on his return to competition following a significant break, MIX CASH (9) has been handed an unenviable draw but nevertheless has the class to win a race of this nature. Théo Duvaldestin will still be keeping a watchful eye on recent Graignes winner, MUST ATOUT (1) who starts just in front of him, and the better-positioned MELCHIOR JAMES (5) who lost his maiden tag at Laval last month. MALANDRINO (2) breaks in front and with Eric Raffin reining will have a realistic chance of challenging for a spot on the podium.
SELECTIONS
MIX CASH (9) – MUST ATOUT (1) – MELCHIOR JAMES (5) – MALANDRINO (2)
C8 – PRIX DE GUERLESQUIN – 2850m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 35,000
LILIE D’OMAHA – Moves over to the inner course after finishing 8th of 9 behind LADY D’ELFE (3) in a 2700m Class E here late last month. Front shoes off for first time but still cannot be considered a priority
LUDMILLA HAUFOR – Placed twice in the provinces before coming 5th of 8 finishers in Christmas Day race of reference. Shoes off this time and will generate interest
LADY D’ELFE – Tricky filly that finished 7th of 9 in a 2700m Class E here on 29 December and is not about to cause an upset
LOUMANAS – Tricky sort that was sanctioned in a Class E over course and distance on 25 December. Is plainly in excellent shape and can win this if she stays in stride
LILYROSE WIND – Clearly going well when suffering interference, subsequently sanctioned, in a Class E over course and distance on Christmas Day, but will have a major part to play if Tony Le Beller keeps her out of trouble
LOVINA PERRINE – Ran 2nd of 14 to LASKA DU LIVIER (12) in a 2200m Class E at Le Mans mid-December. Should appreciate the short-course profile and can have her day in the sun
LILOU – Steps up in category after getting off the mark in a 2725m Graignes Class F 11 days ago. Shoes off for the first time and should not be far from the action
LEGENDE SEVEN – Reassuring but unthreatening 4th of 12 in a 2100m Class E here last weekend. Is plainly on the way up and racing barefoot for first time looks a decent first-5 prospect
LUCKY STAR JIEL – 7th of 11, on re-entry, in a 2175m Vincennes Class E on 21 December. Will have come on for the run, sports a fresh configuration, but still not an obvious choice
LAURE DE MORANZY – Has done nothing noteworthy for some time, latterly sanctioned in a 2100m claimer here on Monday, and can be passed over
LADY DES ARRIS – Promising type but has not been seen out since winning a 2825m Class E at Le Croise-Laroche mid-October and best to hold off
LASKA DU LIVIER – Surprise winner of a 2200m Class E at Le Mans mid-December. Shoes off for first time and should again be competitive for a first-3 finish
Summary: An attractive race in prospect this with a number in contention. LOUMANAS (4) could well have won here on Christmas Day had she not lost her action; she goes first-time barefoot and Franck Ouvrie will be confident of setting the record straight. LOVINA PERRINE (6) however is a model of consistency and makes her Vincennes debut with a realistic chance of opening her winter account. LASKA DU LIVIER (12) beat her at Le Mans and even though also barefoot, may not be able to hold her off again. Unlucky here late last month, LILYROSE WIND (5) nevertheless showed her form and must be afforded considerable respect.
SELECTIONS – LOUMANAS (4) – LOVINA PERRINE (6) – LASKA DU LIVIER (12) – LILYROSE WIND (5)

French Selections Friday 10th

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