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French Selections Wednesday 15th

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R1 CAGNES-SUR-MER [L-H]

C1 – PRIX ROBERT VILLENEUVE-BARGEMON – 2150m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 26,000

  1. LAZZARO – German horse making his French debut, has won four out of last five and could be a serious contender first up here. Huge chance and a must for all bets
  2. MORPHEWAN – Was a winner of his last start which was at Pau over 2000m on the 5th of December and he is confidently selected to follow up
  3. HARRY WAY – Posted a much better effort last time when finishing 3rd over 2000m at Marseille Vivaux but will need to confirm and improve on that
  4. HAVE DANCER – Comes into the race off a victory at Salon Provence on the 28th of November over 2400m and has a serious each way chance
  5. ALWAYS WELCOME – Placed 4th over 2500m at Deauville on the 27th of November last year and should be in the money again. Good each way claims
  6. ALMIRO – Will need quite a lot of progression on latest effort when only 8th at Deauville over 1900m. Best to overlook as far prefer others
  7. SPEECHMAN – Current form has been on the alarming decline over various distances and is therefore hard to make a case for
  8. PARTENIT – Finished 5th over 1900m at Deauville last time and will need to serve up more than that for the win but a place is not out of the question
  9. GOOD GIFT – Has scope to build on two local runs when finishing 4th in both runs. Most recent was at Angers over 3000m but does return from a very long layoff
  10. PIENSA EN MI – Is a tad erratic, finished 6th over 1800m last time but 2nd before that. Hard to assess and is therefore hard to fancy
    Summary: MORPHEWAN (2) was a winner of his last start which was at Pau over 2000m in early December. His overall form and ability is good enough to see him to record back-to-back victories. LAZZARO (1) makes the local debut, has been winning and winning well in Germany and could be absolutely anything here. HAVE DANCER (4) made a winning run last time and has to be factored into all bets today. ALWAYS WELCOME (5) always has a first four chance.
    SELECTIONS
    MORPHEWAN (2) – LAZZARO (1) – HAVE DANCER (4) – ALWAYS WELCOME (5)
    C2 – PRIX DE CANNES – 2000m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 2 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 53,000
  11. AMERICAN FLAG – Has raced in some hot fields and can be very competitive in this Divided Handicap. A runner that must be taken seriously that has a good chance
  12. HAVOC – Placed 8th over 1900m in a Handicap at Chantilly on the 26th of December and can build on that. Did win the start before that. An outsider with a place chance
  13. VENTS CONTRAIRES – Finished 2nd in a weak claiming race at Deauville over 1900m on the 19th of last month and should be in the firing line. Fair chance
  14. LOU MAN – Did win his last start which was at Marseille Borely over 2100m on the 10th of November in Handicap class but efforts before were dismal. Happy to ignore this time
  15. GRAND BALCON – Boasts solid form, finished 2nd over 2000m at Marseille Vivaux on the 17th of December and is confidently selected to go one more
  16. CHARLESQUINT – Ignore last few runs, can be expected to build on last run when 15th at Chantilly over 1900m and can be factored into all bets as the place value
  17. GAIDAR – Brings erratic form into the race, finished 13th last time but was victorious before that. Hard to assess therefore willing to pass by
  18. FORCE TRANQUILLE – She placed 3rd over 2600m in a Handicap at Marseille Vivaux on the 17th of December and at decent odds, could place again
  19. USER KINDLY – He has won his last two with the most recent being at Lyon La Soie over 2150m. Respect and include at what could be attractive odds
  20. ALPAGE – Comes into the race fresh and sparky off a win at Marseille Vivaux over 2000m in a Handicap and it would be no shock if he were to follow up. Respect and include
  21. DENIA – Hard to make a case for on current and overall form, finished way back in 12th last time at Chantilly over 1900m in a Handicap. Hard to make a case for
  22. LEPARD – Was victorious in his penultimate start, followed up with a fair 5th over 2600m and has to be taken seriously here. Strong each way chance
  23. RIO D’OCTOBRE – Placed 6th over 2000m last time and will need to do way more than that to threaten in this large field. Best to overlook
  24. SAINT HELLIER – Will need to do way more than recent 9th finish at Lyon La Soie over 1800m in a Handicap and is therefore hard to make a case for. Pass by
  25. NOSDARGENT – He has had plenty racing, searching for the 10th win and is an outsider that could lurk into the back end of the quartet as the value, but others likelier
  26. KHOCHENKO – Current form has been on the decline over various distances and Handicaps. Hard to like and would be a huge shock if placing
    Summary: GRAND BALCON (5) finished a good 2nd over this trip in a Marseille Vivaux Class 2 and has every chance of winning this back at a track he relishes. LEPARD (12) was a winner of the penultimate race over 2000m but in a weak claiming race but nevertheless, should be able to go very close iunder a very workable mark. CHARLESQUINT (6) is on a career-low mark and is one for all betting calculations. He can do way better than last few starts suggest. Stablemate AMERICAN FLAG (1) ran well in this division early December and is another short list material as well as VENTS CONTRAIRES (3).
    SELECTIONS
    GRAND BALCON (5) – LEPARD (12) – CHARLESQUINT (6) – AMERICAN FLAG (1)
    C3 – PRIX DES ILES DU FRIOUL – 1500m (a7f1/2) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 23,000
  27. SONNAZ – Has shown little in three runs thus far, placed only 6th over 1700m at Pornichet last time and others should be way too strong for him today. Happy to wait for improvement
  28. ESCAPE GAME – Plenty of scope to improve on debut 5th at Deauville over 1600m on the 10th of August and is a serious runner here. Big each way chance
  29. SOLIWAY – Finished 4th over 1800m at Lyon La Soie on the 16th of last month and is a must for the quartet
  30. LOVER SONG – Can certainly build on debut performance when 5th over 1500m on the 10th of December. Place chance
  31. THE DOCTOR – Excellent improvement at the second time of asking when finishing 2nd over 1500m at Deauville on the 3rd of December and is a possible banker. Strong win
  32. HIMSELF – Has been racing in Great Britian and is making the French debut. More than likely will need a run or two to tighten up. Prefer others today
  33. LE TOLIER – Placed 3rd at Marseille Vivaux on the 25th of November over 1500m and should be able to fight out the finish. Bright chance
  34. LAITH – Strong place chance, finished 4th over 1500m at Deauville in October in a claiming race. Might need but nevertheless, can still run well. Good chance
  35. KING LUDWIG – A son of Oasis Dream out of a Dansili mare that might be able to make his presence felt on debut. Obviously, the betting trends will be the best guide
  36. WAKA WAKA – Is an unraced son of Dabirsim out of a Siyouni mare that could be absolutely anything. Check the betting before taking your bets
    Summary: THE DOCTOR (5) improved from run one to run two and more than likely has plenty more to offer. He could be a hard horse to oppose. ESCAPE GAME (2) was far from disgraced when just off them in 5th on debut and with natural progression, should get a lot closer. LAITH (8) has placed five from five and can be expected to earn for the connections again. Strong place chance and should win soon. WAKA WAKA (10) is a son of Dabirsim out of a Siyouni mare that could be absolutely anything.
    SELECTIONS
    THE DOCTOR (5) – ESCAPE GAME (2) – LAITH (8) – WAKA WAKA (10)
    C4 – PRIX DE LA CORNICHE FLEURIE – 1500m (a7f1/2) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 23,000
  37. LA BILLEBAUDE – Placed only 9th on debut over 1600m at Chantilly in mid-December. Needs improvement
  38. NOCE DE RUBIS – Improved to find 4th spot over 1500m at Marseille Vivaux on the 10th of December and should be involved in the finish today. Good chance
  39. LA SOVEREIGNS – Finished 7th over 1300m at Deauville on the 18th of December and will need to do way more than that before being selected for any bets
  40. HEATHER FOR EVER – She has shown very little in both starts and needs serious improvement to feature. Hard to make a case for and can therefore be ignored
  41. TXIRIMIRI – Improving filly, finished 2nd over 1300m at Deauville on the 27th of November and should take a power of beating
  42. VICTORY FOLIE – Coming along the right way, finished 3rd over 1200m at Deauville but back in August last year. Chance
  43. DUCHESS HILL – Finished 9th at Pornichet on debut over 1700m and will need to improve on that to feature. Prefer others for the win
  44. PRINCESSE TREZY – Placed 3rd in her second start which was at Deauville over 1500m in early December and tons more can be expected. Big runner
  45. LIKETHEWIND – Managed a 7th finish on debut over 1100m at Chantilly and might be able to build on that. Prefer others
  46. LA CONSENTIDA – She can build on debut 6th at Chantilly on the 12th of last month but will need to, to feature. Wait for progression before including
  47. MIVANA – Only managed 9th place on debut over 2000m at Marseille Vivaux on the 2nd of January and might have more to offer but wait for that. Prefer others
  48. ENEI CHOPE – A son of Born To Sea out of a Muhaymin mare that might need a few runs to learn what racing is all about
    Summary: TXIRIMIRI (5) is showing potential, improved at the second run and rates the filly to fear the most in her first run on turf. VICTORY FOLIE (6) is coming along the right way having placed three from four and should get it all right soon. Bright chance. PRINCESS TREZY (8) has an each way chance. NOCE DE RUBIS (2) made massive progression in her second run and is another one with a live chance.
    SELECTIONS
    TXIRIMIRI (5) – VICTORY FOLIE (6) – PRINCESSE TREZY (8) – NOCE DE RUBIS (2)
    C5 – PRIX DU VAL BORRIGO – 1300m (a6f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 21,000
  49. PURPLE RAIN – Placed on his last three runs, the latter when 2nd at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on December 17th over 1500m in a Class 4 handicap. Live chance
  50. PINK VALENTINE – Unplaced on the last three starts, 3rd before that over 1500m at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap on August 25th. One to pay attention too
  51. MAFALDA STORY – Three unplaced runs since a 2nd at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 handicap on October 12th. In the mix
  52. WIND OF CHANGE – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 1300m at Deauville in a Class 4 race on November 9th. Ought to be thereabouts
  53. IDAHO JAMES – Three unplaced runs of late, 4th before that over 1200m at Marseille Borely in a Class 3 handicap on October 22nd. Others make more appeal
  54. TOLLARD ROYAL – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap on December 4th. Can be competitive
  55. RISING UP – Five unplaced runs of late, the most recent over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 4 handicap on December 27th. Well treated and is a track and trip winner before
  56. BRAVEHEART – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 1300m at Deauville on November 27th in a Class 3 handicap. Has work to do
  57. PRINCE GEORGE – Three unplaced runs since a 3rd over 1600m at Craon on August 31st in a Class 4 handicap. Looks vulnerable
  58. ANDINO – Placed on his last three runs, the latest when he was 4th at Chantilly over 1600m in a Class 3 handicap on May 17th. Place chance
  59. COTAI HERO – Several unplaced runs of late, the latter when 6th at Livorno (ITA) over 1350m on December 21st. Opposable
  60. SWEET AS – Two unplaced efforts recently, 3rd before that over 1300m at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap on August 20th. Unreliable
  61. WHY CHOPE – She has several unplaced runs and was beaten over 1300m at Deauville on the last start in a Class 3 handicap on November 27th. Course and distance winner and can place at nice odds
  62. MOWAEVA – Has been unplaced several times of late, well beaten over 1400m in a Class 4 handicap on December 27th when last seen. Pass over
  63. KAKHOVKA – Three unplaced runs since a 4th over 1300m in a Class 4 race at Vittel on August 18th. Can be avoided
    Summary: PURPLE RAIN (1) has been performing well recently without scoring. He was beaten in a photo finish when second on his latest start in mid-December at Marseille Pont De Vivaux. With a favoured draw position, he looks like the one to beat ahead of PINK VALENTINE (2) who has the best draw. If she breaks well from the stalls, she can get a nice position close to the pace. She is a previous course and distance winner. WIND OF CHANGE (4) and RISING UP (7) can also be on the premises.
    SELECTIONS
    PURPLE RAIN (1) – PINK VALENTINE (2) – WIND OF CHANGE (4) – RISING UP (7)
    C6 – PRIX D’ANNONCIADE – 1300m (a6f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 25,000
  64. BIG LOG – Fair 5th last time out over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 2 handicap on May 2nd. Merits consideration
  65. IZASTEP – Two unplaced runs since a win over 1700m in a claimer at Marseille Borely on November 10th. He was claimed that day and this will be difficult for him
  66. SALALAH – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 1350m at Lyon Parilly in a Class 3 handicap on November 8th. Could be on the premises
  67. NOLITO – He has won two of his last four starts, the latter over 1400m at Toulouse in a Class 3 handicap on November 24th. Can play a lead role
  68. LA BELLE POETE – Placed 3rd on her last three starts, the latter over 1300m at Deauville in Class 3 race on December 27th. Player
  69. VICTORY SALUTE – Unplaced last time out, 4th before that over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on November 19th in a Class 3 handicap. Others make more sense
  70. NO LIMIT DREAM – Decent 2nd at Angers on May 21st over 1600m in a Class 3 handicap on his last start. He has placed form at this track and is one to consider
  71. MONSIEURVALCHOP – Four unplaced runs since a 2nd over 1200m at Marseille Borely on September 2nd in a Class 3 handicap. Previous course and distance winner twice and can feature
  72. HOUBI – Two unplaced efforts of late, 2nd before that over 1200m in a handicap at Fontainebleau on October 8th. Needs a few to falter
  73. BLANC BLEU – Has been in good shape, 2nd over 1500m in a Class 3 handicap on January 2nd at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on his latest start. One to be with each way
  74. ELUSIVE FOOT – Unplaced last time out, won before that at Deauville over 1300m in a Class 3 handicap on November 27th. Outside place chance
  75. LOLLIPOP STAR – Won over 1200m in a handicap at Fontainebleau on November 14th when last seen. Needs more consistency
  76. LE CENTRAL – 4th on his last start over 1300m at Chantilly in a Class 3 handicap on November 22nd. A previous course and distance winner in 2023. Others look better equipped
  77. MORE – Won over 1200m at Dresde (DEU) on November 20th when last racing. Track form of late has been uninspiring
  78. DON FALCO – Unplaced last time out, 3rd before that over 1500m in a Class 4 handicap at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on November 25th. Others make more appeal
  79. EXPERTISE – Five unplaced runs of late, the latter of them over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on January 2nd in a Class 3 handicap. Can be overlooked
    Summary: LA BELLE POETE (5) has a wide draw to overcome but if overcoming that she can play a lead role, she was third over track and trip in January last year and has been shaping well on her last three starts on the PSF in two of them when third. NO LIMIT DREAM (7) has been off since May last year, with fitness taken on trust he could be the main threat to the selection. NOLITO (4) is a course winner and warrants respect. BLANC BLEU (10) heads the rest.
    SELECTIONS
    LA BELLE POETE (5) – NO LIMIT DREAM (7) – NOLITO (4) – BLANC BLEU (10)
    C7 – PRIX DE LA CROISETTE – 2000m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 27,000
  80. OXALIS – 5th last time, 2nd before that at Deauville over 1900m in a Class 3 handicap on December 3rd. Course winner twice and has an outside place chance
  81. BOOGIE – Won over 2600m in a Class 4 handicap on January 2nd at Marseille Pont De Vivaux. Merits consideration
  82. INDIAN PACIFIC – Unplaced last time, 4th before that at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 race on November 19th. Place chance
  83. SHANAKILL – Four unplaced runs since a win over 2000m at this track in a Class 4 claimer on February 19th, 2024. Might find a few of these too smart
  84. LINFASOMMER – Unplaced last time out, 2nd before that over 1600m in a Class 3 handicap at Vichy on July 20th. Has been off the track since August and others are preferred
  85. DUNSBOROUGH – Placed 2nd last time out over 1800m in a Class 3 handicap at Lyon La Soie on January 6th. Can play a lead role
  86. MELBORA – 6th last time, 2nd before that over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap on December 3rd. Should be competitive
  87. KINGDOM – Five unplaced runs since a win over 2200m at Moulins on August 26th in a Class 4 handicap. Won at this track on grass before. Needs to get back on track
  88. HONGUEMARE – Three unplaced runs since a 4th over 2400m at Lyon La Soie in a Class 3 handicap on October 4th. Needs to be more reliable
  89. INATTENDU – Placed 3rd over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap on December 3rd. Ought to be thereabouts
  90. KAPETANIOS – Three unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 2000m at Vichy in a Class 3 handicap on July 15th. In the mix
  91. KALIFE ALAPLACE – Unplaced last time out, 4th before that over 1900m at Chantilly on November 12th in a Class 3 handicap. Has work to do
  92. EVERMAN – 4th over 2400m at Lyon La Soie in a Class 3 handicap on December 2nd on his last start. Can be opposed
  93. AL ALAALI – Won last time over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 4 race on December 18th. Among the leading chances
  94. ARTURO – Fair 5th last time, 2nd before that over 2400m at Lyon La Soie in a Class 4 handicap on December 16th. Each way angle
    Summary: MELBORA (7) is an honest filly who acts well on the PSF. She can score on her track debut and is preferred to DUNSBOROUGH (6) who could be the main danger. He has placed form at this track and arrives after a solid second-placed run at Lyon La Soie earlier this month when beaten narrowly. ARTURO (15) gets in at the foot of the handicap and is one to be with each way. AL ALAALI (14) makes up the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    MELBORA (7) – DUNSBOROUGH (6) – ARTURO (15) – AL ALAALI (14)
    R3 CORDEMAIS [L-H]

C1 – PRIX LOUIS TESSIER – 2825m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 16,000

  1. MA CRACK – A three-year-old filly by Vigove out of Demolition Girl who is making her debut. Watch the betting
  2. MILORD LEMAN – A three-year-old gelding by Exit Money out of Espiegle Leman who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  3. MISTRAL DU BOIS – A three-year-old colt by Drôle de Jet out of Kueen of Viking’s who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  4. MY LADY CASTELLE – Has run 5th in both starts, with the latest in Class C at Vincennes over 2100m on 7 January. Has a winning chance this distance
  5. MARVA CALENDES – Showed promise on her debut when runner-up in Class F at Nantes over 2275m on 17 November. Can go one better this time
  6. MISTI DE CORDAY – In good shape and ran third in Class E at Graignes over 2700m on 13 December. Not out of it
  7. MACENROE – A winner of his debut which was in Class F at this track over 2150m on 24 November. Tries further but can follow up
    Summary: A small field but an interesting race. MARVA CALENDES (5) was only run out of it late at Nantes on debut and can go one better this time. MACENROE (7) looked good when scoring on debut and can follow up this longer distance.MISTI DE CORDAY (6) is in good form and can contest there finish again. MY LADY CASTELLE (4) was not disgraced at Vincennes and would not be a surprise winner.
    SELECTIONS
    MARVA CALENDES (5) – MACENROE (7) – MISTI DE CORDAY (6) – MY LADY CASTELLE (4)
    C2 – PRIX CHARIER TP – 2825m (a2m) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 17,500
  8. LIMELIGHT – Improving and was third in Class F at Marseille-Borély over 2400m on 20 November. Has won over this course and distance and should fight out the finish
  9. LA TRINITE NEMO – Not disgraced when fourth in Class F at Cabourg over 2750m on 23 December. Can contest the finish
  10. LIBIZA – Has disqualification issues but was third last time out in Class E at Pontchâteau over 2800m on 2 January. Has a place chance if smart
  11. LOLOTE HEULINOISE – Not disgraced when 5th in Class F over this track and trip on 5 January. Can make the frame
  12. LIZA D’HERIPRE – Disqualified last time out at Angers on 8 January. Unreliable since winning on debut but is capable of getting involved with the finish
  13. LILIBETH SMART – Has not done much wrong in her two starts and was victorious last time out in Class F at Chartres over 2300m on 27 October. Barefoot and should fight out the finish
  14. LADIES MOIRE – Disqualified last time out at Cabourg on 17 December. Showed promise in her first two starts and is not out of it if wise
  15. LADY D’IDEF – Holding form and was fourth in Class F at Graignes over 2700m on 13 December. Can be competitive once again
  16. LARAFALE PASMARICK – In good shape and was runner-up in Class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 19 December. Has a winning chance
  17. LINA DU LUPIN – Did not show her best when tenth in Class E at Angers over 2350m on 8 January. Barefoot this time and can be much more competitive
    Summary: LILIBETH SMART (6)won well at Chartres in Octobrt. She is barefoot for her returns and does look the one to be with. LINA DU LUPIN (10) is clearly better than her last run at Angers and will be unshod and a lively danger. LIZA D’HERIPRE (5) has been a disappointment since winning on debut but deserves some respect. LIMELIGHT (1) has won over this track and trip and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    LILIBETH SMART (6) – LINA DU LUPIN (10) – LIZA D’HERIPRE (5) – LIMELIGHT (1)
    C3 – PRIX SACMI 44 – 2825m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 19,500
  18. KRONOS MADRIK – Showed what he is capable of with a barefoot win in Class F at Pontchâteau over 2800m on 2 January. Can follow up if in the same mood
  19. KENJY LUCAXELO – Very consistent of late and was runner-up last time out at Cherbourg over 2625m on 1 November. can get involved with the finish once again
  20. KINGKARL – Holding form and was third in Class F at Graignes over 2700m on 30 December. Has a place chance
  21. KIRMANE DE LAVAU – Disqualified last time out at Vincennes on 3 January. A winner of two races over this track and trip before that and can bounce back to score
  22. KAMIKAZE DRY – Finished 7th in Class F at Laval over 2050m on 8 December. Better this distance and could earn some more money
  23. KINGDOM ME – Did not show his best when 6th in Class F over this track and trip on 5 January. Capable of contesting the finish
  24. KILLER SUN DRALIAM – Unreliable but was not disgraced when fourth in Class D at Cabourg over 2050m on 2 July. Likely to need this run returning from a break
  25. KADENCE D’ENFER – Disqualified in her last three starts, with the latest being at Meslay-du-Maine on 2 October. Probably best watched for now
  26. KAROLINA DI SEMBLE – Very unreliable but was victorious last time out at Graignes over 2725m on 23 November. Can follow up if in the same mood
  27. KAISER DE MORTREE – Has struggled of late and was tenth in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 25 December. Capable of better but others are preferred
  28. KANKAN – On a long losing run and was 11th in Class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 5 December. Capable of earning some money when smart
  29. KALISKANA – In very good form and was third in Class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 24 December. Has a winning chance
    Summary: KRONOS MADRIK (1) was a good winner last time out when barefoot and remains unshod so can follow up. KIRMANE DE LAVAU (4) won two solid races over this course and distance but fluffed her lines with a disqualification last time out. KINGDOM ME (6) seems better than his last run which was over this track and trip. KANKAN (11) is capable of making the frame when in the right mood.
    SELECTIONS
    KRONOS MADRIK (1) – KIRMANE DE LAVAU (4) – KINGDOM ME (6) – KANKAN (11)
    C4 – PRIX HIPPODROME DE PLESSE – 2825m (a2m) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 17,500
  30. LUCKY PURPLE – Finished 6th on his debut in Class G over this track and trip on 15 December. Capable of improvement and has a place chance
  31. LOVE DE CERIZE – Disqualified last time out at Nantes on 3 December. Won his penultimate start and is capable of earning some money if smart this time
  32. LORD DES SOURCES – Very consistent so far and was runner-up last time out in Class F at Chinon over 2500m on 17 August. Could need this run returning from a break
  33. LUPIN DE MONTCEAU – Has major disqualification issues and was 13th last time out in Class E at Argentan over 2800m on 26 December. Hard to trust and others make much more appeal
  34. LEADER TUILERIE – A winner of just his second start, in Class F at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 27 October. Can contest the finish
  35. LEON – In good form and was runner-up in Class F at Vire over 225m on 10 November. Be right there at the finish
  36. LOOPING DU PERRE – Not disgraced when 5th in a Class E Mounted race at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2775m on 23 August. Could need this run returning from a break
    Summary: LEADER TUILERIE (5) was a very easy winner at Meslay-du-Maine in October and can follow up if repeating that level of form returning from a break. LEON (6) only found one better on the day at Vire and should contest the finish yet again. LOVE DE CERIZE (2) fluffed his lines with a disqualification last time out but did win his penultimate start and is a danger. LOOPING DU PERRE (7) returns from a break but is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    LEADER TUILERIE (5) – LEON (6) – LOVE DE CERIZE (2) – LOOPING DU PERRE (7)
    C5 – PRIX HIPPODROME DE PORNICHET – 2825m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 26,000
  37. JORENZA – Disqualified in class F at Graignes over 2725m on 13 December. Has major disqualification issues as of late and others are preferred
  38. INDIAN BLUES – Consistent and was third in class G at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 23 December. Has a place chance
  39. IRYSKA LESMELCHEN – Finished 5th in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 23 December. Could earn some minor money
  40. JET COMMANDERIE – Good last run when third in class E at Saumer over 3275m on 20 October. Has shown improvement and could earn some more money
  41. JUST WINNER ROC – Finished 7th in class E at Pontchâteau over 2800m on 2 January. Might play a minor at best
  42. JOHN RIVER – Not disgraced when fourth in class F at Meslay-du-Maine over 2600m on 19 December. Has shown improvement but is on a long losing streak. Might place
  43. INOPINE – Disappointing last run when 8th in class E at Alencon over 2650m on 22 September. Placed on four occasions last year and has a place chance if smart
  44. JAZZ DE BERCE – Disqualified in class E at Pontchâteau over 2800m on 2 January. Unreliable and others are preferred
  45. JAGAWA MATCH – Disqualified in class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2700m on 21 August. On a long losing streak and is best watched for now
  46. I LOVE APPLE – Unreliable and was third in class G at Vire over 2800m on 27 October. Has shown improvement and is barefoot. Can make the frame
  47. IRONIE DE CHENU – Victorious in Class F at Cabourg over 2725m on 19 December. In good form of late and is not out of it
  48. JIANFRANCO – Finished 9th in class D at Vincennes over 2175m on 3 January. Won well in October and can contest the finish
  49. JUSTE SNOB – Victorious in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 1 January. Capable of doubling up in this line-up
  50. JYTRACE DE HOUELLE – Not disgraced when 5th in class D at Vincennes over 2175m on 3 Jan. Has a winning chance in this line-up
  51. JOYEUX DU LANDRET – Not disgraced when 5th in class D at Vincennes over 2850m on 1 December. Won well in October and is capable of an upset
  52. JONQUILLE DE MEAT – Finished 7th in class C at Vincennes over 2700m on 22 September. Unreliable and others make more appeal
  53. JAGUAR DU FAN – Disqualified in class C at Vincennes over 2700m on 20 December. Has scored in ten of
    22 career attempts. Not out of it
  54. JOB DES MOLLES – Finished 13th in class D at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 6 May. Likely to need this run returning from a break
    Summary: JYTRACE DE HOUELLE (14) ran better than her finishing finish shows at Vincennes last time out. He will do a lot better this track and trip. JIANFRANCO (12) is unreliable but is best judged on his win in October and he has a winning chance. JAGUAR DU FAN (17) clearly knows how to win races and his last start disqualification is best ignored. I LOVE APPLE (10) showed improvement last time out and is unshod and capable of scoring.
    SELECTIONS
    JYTRACE DE HOUELLE (14) – JIANFRANCO (12) – JAGUAR DU FAN (17) – I LOVE APPLE (10)
    C6 – PRIX PIERRE RAFFRE – 2825m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  55. JIPSIE DU LAYON – Yet to win and was 6th last time out in Class G at Maure-de-Bretagne over this distance on 10 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  56. JADE DE BLARY – Has lost her way and she was 12th in Class F at Vincennes over 2175m on 17 November. Others make more appeal
  57. JANE’S FELLA – Has really struggled of late and was 9th in a Class F Mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 2 December. Others are much preferred
  58. JOHN ANGOT – On a long losing run and finished 6th in Class H at Ploubalay over 2400m on 8 September. Likely to need this run returning from a break
  59. J’ADORE CELESTE – Disappointing recent form and was 9th in a Class E Mounted race at Le Mans over 2950m on 16 December. Others make more appeal
  60. JULIETTE MIXO – Battling to find her best form and she was tenth in Class G at Chartres over 2800m on 26 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  61. JASMIN DU PERRE – On a very long losing streak and was 8th in Class F at Argentan over 2150m on 15 December. Can make the frame
  62. JINNOVE DAB – He hs lost his way of late and was 11th in Class E at Vincennes over 2850m on 27 December. Others make more appeal
  63. JIM D’ALOUETTE – Clearly needed the last run when 12th in Class E at Le Mans over 2850m on 16 December. Could be the surprise package of the race
  64. JALENZA DU BOCAGE – Showed some improvement when 6th in Class E at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 6 January. Could be ready to score
  65. JACKPOT DE JUMILLY – In good shape and was third in Class E at Vincennes over 2850m on 27 December. Has a winning chance
  66. JOVIALE PRIOR – Broke a long losing run when winning in Class E at Le Mans over 2850m on 16 December. Can follow up if in the same mood
  67. JOSS CAPELLO – Disappointing of late and was tenth in Class E at Vincennes over 2850m on 27 December. Capable of better and can contest the finish
    Summary: JALENZA DU BOCAGE (10) has not won for some time now but did run an improved race at Châteaubriant earlier this month and gets a narrow vote to score. JOSS CAPELLO (13) is capable of better than what he has shown of late and he can be a threat this time around. JIM D’ALOUETTE (9) needed his last run and could make vast improvement. JASMIN DU PERRE (7) can make the frame if in the right mood.
    SELECTIONS
    JALENZA DU BOCAGE (10) – JOSS CAPELLO (13) – JIM D’ALOUETTE (9) – JASMIN DU PERRE (7)
    C7 – PRIX HIPPODROME DE SAINT JEAN DE MONTS – 2825m (a2m) – Class E Race – Mounted – EUR € 29,000
  68. JO DIBAH – Showed improvement when fourth in a Class E Mounted race at le Mans over 2950m on 16 December. Capable of further improvement and is not out of it
  69. JUNE DE RODREY – Disappointing recent form and was 11th in a Class D Mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 21 December. Capable of an upset on best form
  70. JILANZA DU MOULIN – Did not show her best when 6th in a Class D Mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 21 December. Can bounce back to be a real threat to these rivals
  71. ILVICA DE HOUELLE – On a very long losing run and was 8th in a Class F Mounted race at Angers over 3125m on 8 January. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  72. HERACLES DU LAYON – On a very long losing streak but was not disgraced when 5th in a Class E Mounted race at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 3 December. Has a place chance
  73. JUNIOR BERDIERE – In good form and was fourth in a Class C Mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 10 January. Big chance in this line-up
  74. GET UP BROWN – Has lost his way of late and was 9th in a Class d Mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 17 November. Capable of a surprise on best form
  75. EKINOA DU PATURAL – Has really struggled of late and was 8th in a Class E harness race at Pontchâteau over 2800m on 2 January. Others are much preferred
  76. JIMAKO VERDERIE – Has some fair form of late and was 5th in a GR.3. Mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 4 January. Has a winning chance
    Summary: JIMAKO VERDERIE (9) was not disgraced in a GR.3 earlier this month at Vincennes and does look the part for this race. JILANZA DU MOULIN (3) did not show her best last month at Vincennes but can be a threat in this line-up.JUNIOR BERDIERE (6) remains in very good form and should fight out the finish. JO DIBAH (1) showed some improvement and can also get into the thick of things this time around.
    SELECTIONS
    JIMAKO VERDERIE (9) – JILANZA DU MOULIN (3) – JUNIOR BERDIERE (6) – JO DIBAH (1)
    C8 – PRIX HIPPODROME DE NANTES – 2825m (a2m) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 26,000
  77. JUAN PERRINE – Disappointing last run when 6th in class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 25 November. Better this distance and is not out of it
  78. JAMBIER – Showed some improvement when runner-up in class E at Vincennes over 2175m on 11 December. Unreliable and others make more appeal
  79. IFF LOUZEEN – Finished 12th in class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 14 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  80. IDOLE STAR – Disqualified in class E at Vincennes over 2850m on 22 December. In good form before that and can bounce back to score if smart
  81. JEUDI DES RACQUES – Ignore the last run when 13th in class E at Pontchâteau over 2800m on 2 January. Won well in November. Is barefoot and a danger this time
  82. IRMA DE L’ECLAIR – Good last run when third in class F at Cabourg over 2725m on 19 December. Has shown improvement but is unreliable. Might place
  83. JASMINE DE GREZ – Victorious in Class E at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 6 January. Inconsistent but is capable of being competitive again
  84. HASARD BLOND – Disqualified in class F at Angers over 3125m on 9 December. Has major disqualification issues and others are preferred
  85. IRRESISTIBLE GABY – Disappointing last run when 7th in class H at Bacqueville-en-Caux over 2550m on 28 July. Unreliable but is capable of earning some money
  86. ELDER SHADOW – Finished fourth in class F at Nantes over 3000m on 16 December. On a long losing streak but could earn some minor money
  87. HELECHO – Finished 9th in class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 27 December. Unreliable but is also not out of it
  88. INSTINCT SAINT BAR – Victorious in Class F at Nantes over 3000m on 27 September. Hard to trust and might need this run returning from a break
  89. JULIANA DE RETZ – Disqualified in class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 11 October. Has major disqualification issues and is best watched for now
  90. HAIKIDO – Unreliable but was runner-up in class D at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 23 December. Has disqualification issues but has a place chance
  91. JINGLE DELO – Disqualified in class A at Vincennes over 2100m 28 November. Capable of making the frame when in the right mood
  92. JULIA QUICK – Disqualified in class B at Vincennes over 2850m on 8 December. Big chance returning to a harness race
  93. GRANDE SOIREE – Finished 8th in class E at Cordemais over 2825m on 24 November. On a long losing streak and has disqualification issues. Others make more appeal
    Summary: JULIA QUICK (16) is very well entered in this contest and should leave behind her below par effort in a Mounted race. IDOLE STAR (4) blew the start in her last run and is obviously on a redemption mission. JUAN PERRINE (1) is better over this distance and can redeem himself with the assistance of Matthieu Abrivard. JEUDI DES RACQUES (5) and JASMINE DE GREZ (7) are best of the rest.
    SELECTIONS
    JULIA QUICK (16) – IDOLE STAR (4) – JUAN PERRINE (1) – JEUDI DES RACQUES (5)
    R4 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX RIOM – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class R Claiming – Harness – EUR € 18,000

  1. KERNEZIA DU CORTA – Quickly sanctioned when well-supported in a 2750m Cabourg Class E early this month. Is better than recent numbers would suggest and despite the inside draw, can play a small role
  2. KINNAIRD – 9th of 12 in a 2700m Class C here on 31 December. Takes to the claiming category with Alexandre Abrivard reining and a realistic chance of challenging for the win
  3. KEN DU POMMEREUX – 8th of 11, on comeback, in a 2700m Class E here on 18 December. Disappointing on the whole and even though reconfigured, is unlikely to make much of an impact
  4. KALIKA DU RIS – Ran 3rd under these conditions before coming 5th of 12 finishers to KELLE EAU (12) in a 2700m claimer here on 13 December. Has good speed, enjoys a fine place on front line, and should be able to make the frame this time
  5. KADOR DE SEVRE – Makes first appearance since finishing 8th of 10 in a 2700m Class E here on 25 November. Barefoot for the occasion, is nicely-drawn, and deserves to be taken seriously
  6. KAMOVA DU RILER – 9th of 10 finishers in a 2100m Class E over main track 2.5 weeks ago. Has made no impact for some time and is not about to break the mould
  7. KALINE DES RIOULTS – Quickly sanctioned on re-entry in a 2925m Cagnes Class D on 3 January. Will have come on for the run though and, if focused, can impose
  8. KERGOMAR SIBEY – Failed to fire when 6th of 12 finishers to KELLE EAU (12) in a 2700m claimer here on 13 December. Is considerably better than the result would imply, and even though starting wide in front, can still play a prominent role
  9. KAJAGOOGOO – Disappointing over the main track before being sanctioned early in a 2550m Bordeaux Class D late last month. Is confirmed in this category and will not be far off the mark if Anthony Barrier positions him early
  10. KIWI DE LARRE – Ran 4th in race of reference before finishing 7th of 9 in a 2100m Class E over main track a fortnight ago. Handed a tough draw and can expect to find this a stiff test
  11. KOOPER DU CHOQUEL – 8th of 11, on return to competition, over 2300m at Kuurne on 6 December. Takes on some tough elements this time and will have little to contribute
  12. KELLE EAU – Opened her claiming account at first time of asking, comfortably dominating a number of these over 2700m here on 13 December. On 2nd line and unlikely to repeat but can still finish in the mix
  13. KIBORA BUISSONAY – Failed to confirm late-December performance when sanctioned in a 2700m Class E here on 3 January. Has merit, sports revised shoeing, but the draw will do her no favours
  14. KATKO DES CHAMPS – 8th of 12 finishers to KELLE EAU (12) in a 2700m claimer here on 13 December. Shoes on again and poses no danger
  15. KLIF DU DEZERT – Sanctioned in last 2, latterly a 2100m Class E over main track a fortnight ago. Reconfigured but has been handed a tough draw and can be passed over
    Summary: It’s anyone’s race this but KALINE DES RIOULTS (7) has nothing to prove at a level like this and despite being drawn wide, she can wrap this up if her handler keeps her trotting. Better-placed in the 2-spot, KINNAIRD (2) has yet to make her mark here but in this category must be considered a leading contender. KALIKA DU RIS (4) has been lurking of late and the excellent draw will only work to her advantage. KERGOMAR SIBEY (8) failed to live up to expectations last month but still has the capacity to play a more competitive role this time.
    SELECTIONS
    KALINE DES RIOULTS (7) – KINNAIRD (2) – KALIKA DU RIS (4) – KERGOMAR SIBEY (8)
    C2 – PRIX DE LA BAULE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 35,000
  16. KIDAM DU METZ – Made the frame in 2 before being sanctioned in a 2175m Class E here last Friday and may again be taking on too much
  17. KELMONDO BOY – Has had time to freshen up after running 6th of 10 finishers in a Class E over track and trip on 25 November. Shoes on however and best to wait
  18. KEEP TRUST – Runner-up in 3 before faulting in a Class E over course and distance on 4 January. Has never shown much liking for Vincennes though and others easier to support
  19. KARAT DEFF – Courageous 2nd of 9 in a Class E over course and distance 11 days ago. Shod this time but won at Cherbourg with shoes on and is eminently capable of opening his 2025 account
  20. KARAMBA KARACHO – Flew up at Amiens prior to coming 4th of 9 behind KARAT DEFF (4) in a Class E over course and distance 11 days ago. Has found his mark in the day’s configuration and is not about to disappoint
  21. KID DE LA BANIO – Returns to racing left-handed after finishing last of 13 behind KER DE TOUES (10) in a 2750m Cabourg Class E a fortnight ago. Not as sharp as he was in the autumn but will be no easy touch if focused
  22. KAMIKAZE – Imposed at Graignes before finishing 6th of 13 behind KER DE TOUES (10) in a 2750m Cabourg Class E a fortnight ago. Is not without merit but appears to be out of his league
  23. KEN DE CORDAY – Has not raced since finishing 6th of 10 in a 3000m Borely Class D on 18 October. Seldom disappoints when barefoot though and makes Vincennes debut with reasonable chance of making first 5
  24. KER POULGWEN – 5th of 9, on first start for 8 months, in a 2725m Graignes Class E on 23 November. Will have progressed and if fully-fit will be in a position to give KARAT DEFF (4) a run for his money
  25. KER DE TOUES – 3rd of 13, at 75/1, in a 2750m Cabourg Class E a fortnight ago. Not the most reliable horse here but will generate some interest
  26. KRACK CLEA – Back under harness after running 2nd of 13 in a monté Class E over course and distance a fortnight ago. Pleased under harness here early last month and has every chance of trotting his way onto the podium
    Summary: KARAT DEFF (4) may not be the easiest of horses to handle but he left a very good impression here recently and even with shoes on can bring home the bacon. David Thomain will nevertheless be wary of KER POULGWEN (9) who races barefoot following a most promising re-entry in late-November. Hard to fault in this configuration, and good finisher here earlier in the month, KARAMBA KARACHO (5) is unlikely to be far off the mark. As good in one code as the other, KRACK CLEA (11) enjoys a superb engagement and represents a decent place prospect.
    SELECTIONS
    KARAT DEFF (4) – KER POULGWEN (9) – KARAMBA KARACHO (5) – KRACK CLEA (11)
    C3 – PRIX DE PORNICHET – 2850m (a2m) – Class B Race – Mounted – EUR € 75,000
  27. HAWAI RIVER – Steps up in category after being sanctioned in a Class D under these conditions a month back and appears to be biting off more than she can chew
  28. HAIDA SAUTONNE – Makes just 2nd start in the discipline after dead-heating in a harness Class C over course and distance on New Year’s Day. Takes on a better lot this time but reverts to a previous formula and can still hold her own
  29. GAVROCHE BEST – Unraced since faulting in a 2700m Class C here on 1 December and even though reconfigured has no possible chance
  30. HEURISTIQUE – Won 2 in a row before finishing last of 12 behind FLUO MESLOIS (9) in a 2700m Gr.3 here on 28 December. Reunited with Paul Ploquin, with whom she excels, and must be afforded respect
  31. GUAPO MARBOULA – Encouraged here on 28 December before being sanctioned in a harness Class D over course and distance last week and returns to the ridden code with modest ambition
  32. GADGET DU GADE – Faces first objective of the winter after running 9th of 11 behind HERE WE GO (14) in a 2700m harness conditioner here a fortnight ago, and is unlikely to trouble the judge
  33. GREZ – Honourable 3rd of 11 in a harness Class D under these conditions last week. Pleased on lone monte appearance and with Guillaume Martin aboard will be afforded every chance
  34. FASCINOSO DE LOU – Ran 3rd over 2175m prior to finishing last of 6 behind HANNAH (11) in a 2700m Class B here 9 days ago. Not a priority but has merit and should not be overlooked
  35. FLUO MESLOIS – Drops back in category after coming 6th of 12 in a 2700m Gr.3 here 2.5 weeks ago and if still on the boil can figure more prominently
  36. FALCON D’ESPACE – 3rd of 6 finishers, a place behind HANNAH (11), in a 2700m Class B here 9 days ago. Unlikely to spring a surprise but still has the wherewithal to pick up a cheque
  37. HANNAH – In the frame in 3 of last 4, most recently 2nd of 6 finishers in a 2700m Class B here on 6 January. Deserves to be rewarded with success one of these days and represents principal danger to HERE WE GO (14)
  38. HARRY CARISAIE – Decent 4th over track and trip before faulting in a 2700m harness Class B here on 31 December. Clémence Thuet in the saddle and will have claims on a place in the frame
  39. FLEURON D’ACADIE – Disappointing in last 2, most recently 12th of 14 in a 2925m Cagnes harness Class B late-December. Eric Raffin onboard for monte debut but others still preferred
  40. HERE WE GO – Takes first competitive ridden steps after finishing 6th of 11 in a 2700m harness Class B here late last month. Has a lot going for him here and will be expected to dominate
  41. GIROLAMO – Enjoys a decent entry but has been off the boil lately, latterly 10th of 11 in a 2925m Cagnes harness Gr.3 on 21 December, and can be passed over
    Summary: A quality element under harness, HERE WE GO (14) takes to the monte code for the first time, sports a new configuration for the occasion, and with Mathieu Mottier in the irons can get straight down to business. Opposition will take the form of HANNAH (11) who is plainly close to her race, and the reconfigured HARRY CARISAIE (12) who has shown significant monte potential. GREZ (7) may not have been seen under the saddle since last May but his form is sure and has a realistic chance of making the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    HERE WE GO (14) – HANNAH (11) – HARRY CARISAIE (12) – GREZ (7)
    C4 – PRIX DE MAUQUENCHY – 2850m (a2m) – Class R Claiming – Harness – EUR € 18,000
  42. HOMMAGE DE LARRE – A complete write-off for some time, latterly 11th of 14 in a 2700m Le Croise-Laroche Class E mid-December, and can be passed over
  43. GARRY THORIS – Not disgraced when 7th of 11 in a 2700m Class D here 2.5 weeks ago. Has references at this level and is unlikely to go home empty-handed
  44. GALION VOLSIN – Came 10th of 15 in a 2800m Pontchateau Class E a fortnight ago. Put in a good finish that day though and in this company can make a bigger impact
  45. GOLZAC DE REM – 8th in a Vincennes claimer before coming 7th of 15 in a similar division over 2650m at Bordeaux on 9 December, and will need to find considerably more
  46. HOLLY SHINE – Yet to deliver at Vincennes but suffered interference in a 2850m Class D here 9 days ago, finishing last of 10. On front line again and with more luck in running can play a prominent role
  47. FELDSPATH THEPOL – Sanctioned in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F late-November. Never far from faulting, and would be preferred racing clockwise, but in this field can get in on the action
  48. GOSSIP BOY – Trounced in 3 before being sanctioned when beaten in a 2825m Class E at Le Croise-Laroche a month back, and can be ruled out
  49. FOR EVER THE BEST – Last of 8 in a monté Class D over course and distance a fortnight ago, on first start since October 2023, and will need another outing
  50. GOUNIT DE L’AIROU – 10th of 13 in a 2825m Cordemais Class E on 24 November. Has never disappointed in the claiming division and from the front row can give this a good go
  51. FAIRPLAY FOREVER – 9th of 11 behind FAKIR DE GESVRES (11) in a 2100m claimer here late-November. Is significantly better than that though and, considering the entry and the new formula, is not to be underestimated
  52. FAKIR DE GESVRES – 4th in a 2100m claimer prior to finishing 9th of 13 in a 2100m Class D here early last month. Incurs the penalty and will struggle to leave his mark
  53. FESTIVAL D’ORIENT – Sanctioned with 200m to run in a 2100m Class D here on 6 January. Cannot be considered a priority but with application can get a look-in
  54. ENDIAN DE BANVILLE – Returns to racing barefoot after finishing 9th of 12 in a monté Class D over course and distance 2.5 weeks ago and will have few friends
  55. EXTRA DU CHATELET – Starts for first time since running 7th of 10 in a 2725m Graignes Class C mid-October. Shoes on and no threat
  56. FRANKLIN PARK – 5th of 11 in a 2850m Class D here last week. Races in claiming division for first time and even though forced to start on back row, still has the wherewithal to win a race of this nature
  57. EDEN JULRY – Looked very ordinary when 6th of 12 in a 2850m Parilly Class D 2 months ago. Sports 4 pads for first time but still not an obvious choice
  58. FEE LUCERNAISE – Has not been seen out since finishing last of 12 in a 2950m Toulouse Gr.3 on 20 November. Is clearly more talented than most here and looks main threat to FRANKLIN PARK (15)
  59. EMENCOURT D’AZIF – Switches back to harness code after being sanctioned in a 2700m monte Class B here on 6 January. Returns to racing barefoot and has form in this category. First 5
    Summary: On paper, it looks like there are just two in it, FRANKLIN PARK (15) taking a big dip in category after having pleasantly surprised in a Class D here last week, and FEE LUCERNAISE (17) who seldom disappoints when partnered by Eric Raffin. Unlucky here recently HOLLY SHINE (5) enjoys a 25m head-start and will be competitive for a spot on the podium, as will the reconfigured GALION VOLSIN (3) who raced better at Pontchateau than the result would suggest.
    SELECTIONS
    FRANKLIN PARK (15) – FEE LUCERNAISE (17) – HOLLY SHINE (5) – GALION VOLSIN (3)
    C5 – PRIX DE PONT-A-MOUSSON – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D Amateur Riders Race – Mounted – EUR € 36,000
  60. KUEEN DES CHARMES – 7th of 10 in a Class E over course and distance 2.5 weeks ago and will need to find significantly more
  61. KABRELLA – Good 2nd of 11 in a 2825m Cordemais Class F 10 days ago. Has yet to deliver here but is a tough nut to crack when barefoot and must be considered a decent place chance
  62. KASANE DU BISET – First time under the saddle after having been sanctioned in a 2175m harness Class E here last week. May find the task a bit too tough this time however
  63. KAVIVE – Excellent servant making first start since coming 2nd of 15 in a Class E over course and distance 2 months ago. Has freshness on her side and is thoroughly capable of winning this
  64. KALIE D’URSIN – Quickly sanctioned in a Class D over track and trip on 22 December. Has been a write-off this term and must get her house in order
  65. KATE BRIONNAISE – Takes to the monte code for first time after running 7th of 10 in a 2850m harness Class E here on 10 December. Is no slouch on a good day and should be able to hold her own. First 5
  66. KERIDA DE VIVOIN – Respectable 6th of 10 in a harness Class E under these conditions on 18 December. Has raced and placed at a superior level and is unlikely to be far from the action
  67. KOMEDIE SOMOLLI – Takes first competitive ridden steps after finishing 10th of 12 behind KERIDA DE VIVOIN (7) in a harness Class E over track and trip on 18 December. Is not devoid of ability but races shod and represents a minor place chance at best
  68. KITENA – 3rd of 11 in a 2800m Pontchateau Class F 3.5 weeks ago. Has demonstrated good aptitude for the discipline, has previously won over course and distance, and will be competitive at the business end of affairs
  69. KISS ME JO DARLING – 5th of 9, a place behind KALIE D’URSIN (5), in a Class D over course and distance on 22 December. Has a lot going for her here and can give Arnaud Ledoyen’s mare something to think about. Chance
    Summary: Winner of 2 in a row before being sent for a long layoff, KAVIVE (4) has been excellent since returning to competition, and considering how she performed here last time out, the race looks hers for the taking. Mathis Champenois will still be keeping a watchful eye on the well-engaged KISS ME JO DARLING (10) who drops marginally in category, and KITENA (9) who imposed under these conditions last winter when sporting similar shoeing.
    SELECTIONS
    KAVIVE (4) – KISS ME JO DARLING (10) – KITENA (9) – KABRELLA (2)
    C6 – PRIX DE GAVRAY – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 35,000
  70. LAY UP – Returns to racing shod after finishing last of 9 behind LASCAR PILE (13) in a 2850m Class E here last week and will have few friends in the markets
  71. LUGANO DE HOUELLE – 3rd of 12 in a 2200m Class E here on 10 December. Has been afforded ample time to recover and the engagement of Eric Raffin speaks volumes. Chance
  72. LEXCELLENT DU METZ – Quality individual that was sanctioned in a Class E over course and distance on 5 December. Has nothing to prove in this company and with application should be able to make this his own
  73. LAIOS DU GOUTIER – Makes first appearance since being sanctioned in a Class E over course and distance on 5 December. Is confirmed under these conditions, and races barefoot for first time, but others still easier to trust
  74. LASCAUX DEL PHEDO – Back under harness after finishing 4th of 8 in a monte Class E under these conditions 2.5 weeks ago. Front pads fitted this time but is unlikely to have much to contribute
  75. LIVE MY DREAM – Goes barefoot for the first time after running 5th of 8, a place behind LASCAUX DEL PHEDO (5), in a monte Class E under these conditions 2.5 weeks ago, but will still need to find more
  76. LABRAX DU SKY – Tricky sort that imposed at Angers prior to being sanctioned early in a 2725m Cabourg Class E 2 weeks ago. Form is not in question though and will be no pushover if Theo Duvaldestin keeps him focused
  77. LUCIFER DU PONT – Has 2 runs under his belt, latterly 8th of 12 behind LUNDU DE LOU (14) in a 2725m Cabourg Class E 2 weeks ago, but is more competitively shod this time and is not to be underestimated
  78. LUC PAASLOO – Useful sort but sanctioned in last 2, most recently a 2175m Class E here on 21 December. Was not out of the running that day though and on better behaviour can start to get back in the game
  79. LEADER MESLOIS – Rather unlucky 8th of 12, a place behind LEONARD DE VINCI (15), in a 2175m Class E here on 21 December. Races first-time barefoot and although not a contender, can still get a look-in
  80. L’ECLAIR DE PLAY – Reassuring 3rd of 11 in a 2950m Toulouse Class E on 20 November. Has not been seen since and would be preferred a level down
  81. LANCIER DE REANA – 3rd of 10 in a 2800m Pontchateau Class E on 2 January. Being aimed higher here but sports front pads for first time and should not be too far from the action
  82. LASCAR PILE – Decent 4th of 9 in a 2850m Class E over inner course last week. Well-regarded at home and has every chance to prove the point. Place prospect
  83. LUNDU DE LOU – Nicely-entered here but will need to show marked improvement on recent 6th of 12 in a 2725m Cabourg Class E 2 weeks ago
  84. LEONARD DE VINCI – 4 times 2nd before finishing 7th of 12 in a 2175m Class E here 3.5 weeks ago. Is significantly better than that and will be expected to contest the finish this time.
    Summary: A good future prospect, LEXCELLENT DU METZ (3) would have imposed here last month had he not faulted 100m out, but is plainly the best horse here and racing unshod-behind may be just the ticket to his redemption. Wonderfully-entered, LEONARD DE VINCI (15) races first time barefoot and could well get that maiden monkey off his back. Clearly on the right road, and first-time barefoot, LUGANO DE HOUELLE (2) will be driven by Eric Raffin for the occasion and looks a player. LASCAR PILE (13) has been climbing the category-ladder in good order and will have a lot to offer if he takes to the main-track profile.
    SELECTIONS
    LEXCELLENT DU METZ (3) – LEONARD DE VINCI (15) – LUGANO DE HOUELLE (2) – LASCAR PILE (13)
    C7 – PRIX DE CHAMBLY – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Mounted – EUR € 35,000
  85. LOOPING PEJI – Flattering 5th of 6 behind LITYGE DE CYM (10) in a 2750m Cabourg Class E on 19 December. Front pads fitted but others still preferred
  86. LILIUS DE GUEZ – 6th of 9, despite missing the start, in a 2200m Class E here on 13 December. Is plainly a capable type and can play a leading role if he gets off on the right foot
  87. LUGOS DE MONTAURAN – Sanctioned in a 2700m Graignes Class F on 13 December. Shoes off for first time but in this category is not about to cause an upset
  88. LUCAS DU CLOS – Takes to ridden code for first time after coming 4th of 5 finishers in a 3000m Nantes harness Class G early last month. In considerably more exalted company this time and chances slim
  89. LOVE DE BEAULIEU – Made amends for 2 sanctions when 3rd of 6 in a 2200m Class E here on 3 January. Has yet to deliver over main track but sports modified shoeing and will be worth monitoring
  90. LOUPIOT DE CHENU – Opened his account in a 2825m Cordemais Class F 10 days ago. Has taken well to his new vocation and although unlikely to repeat can still finish in the mix
  91. LOTUS DES CHAMPS – Unraced since being sanctioned in a 2750m Cabourg Class E late-October. Has ample ability though, is clearly in competition-mode, and must be afforded respect
  92. LOUSTIC DU VIVIER – Runner-up on monté debut at Cordemais prior to losing his action in a 2350m Angers Class E a week ago. Top jockey aboard this time and can trot off with the spoils if he keeps his charge focused
  93. LIKE POWER – Quickly sanctioned in a 2750m Cabourg Class E on 19 December. Is better than his formcard would suggest and racing first-time barefoot may make all the difference. First 5
  94. LITYGE DE CYM – A different horse since switching codes, most recently dominating a 2875m Argentan Class F 11 days ago. Races left-handed for just the 2nd time but will have a lot to contribute if he turns
  95. LEOPOLD DU CLOS – 4th of 6, a place behind LOVE DE BEAULIEU (5), in a 2200m Class E here on 3 January. Barefoot for the occasion but will still need to find more
    Summary: Although still rather spirited, LOUSTIC DU VIVIER (8) showed a different side to himself on his maiden start under the saddle and racing barefoot for the first time, with Mathieu Mottier riding, can open his monte account. LILIUS DE GUEZ (2) can also prove a handful but his potential is not in question and, reconfigured for the occasion, will be dangerous if Jean-Yann Ricart keeps him trotting. LITYGE DE CYM (10) has turned a corner since moving disciplines and can go close if he takes to the new conditions. LOUPIOT DE CHENU (6) has something of a similar profile and makes his Vincennes debut with morale intact.
    SELECTIONS
    LOUSTIC DU VIVIER (8) – LILIUS DE GUEZ (2) – LITYGE DE CYM (10) – LOUPIOT DE CHENU (6)
    C8 – PRIX DE SAINT-POL – 2850m (a2m) – Class F Amateur Drivers Race – Harness – EUR € 12,000
  96. HESTIA DES PLAINES – Encouraged early last month before running 9th of 13 in a 2725m Grenade amateurs Class G on 22 December and will have few takers
  97. GRACIOSA TEJY – Unremarkable mare that ran 6th of 8 in a 2800m Pontchateau Class F earlier this month and is out of her depth
  98. HELLO VRAC – 6th of 11 in a 2700m amateurs Class G at Le Croise-Laroche a month back and will need to find considerably more
  99. IF DE LA COUDRE – Never far from faulting but reassuring 3rd of 15 in a 2800m Pontchateau Class E 2 weeks ago. Is proven over the inner course and makes her main-track debut with legitimate ambition. First 5
  100. FREGATE HAUFOR – Last of 12 in a 2850m Laval amateurs Class F on 8 December and given current form, has no possible chance
  101. ICARE DE HOUELLE – Sanctioned in 3 of last 4, latterly a 2800m Pontchateau Class F on 2 January. Just front pads fitted for first time but others still easier to trust
  102. ISLA JUELA – 8th of 9, on first start for 9 months, in a 2100m Class E here 9 days ago. Will have come on for the run and, from the front row, can contest the finish this time
  103. IDOLE DELICE – 5th of 18 in a 2800m Pontchateau Class E 3.5 weeks ago. Enjoys an excellent entry and will be expected to finish close
  104. HORSE DE GRAMMONT – 6th of 12 behind HASCHELEY BERRY (11) in a 2100m amateurs Class F here 2.5 weeks ago. Cannot be considered a priority but will be expected to hold his own once more
  105. ESPOIR DES MAZURES – Last of 12 in a 2100m amateurs Class F here on 28 December and can be confidently passed over
  106. HASCHELEY BERRY – 4th of 12 in a 2100m amateurs Class F here 2.5 weeks ago. Races barefoot this time though and, although 25m worse off, will be no pushover
  107. FARCEUSE DU PRE – Never-threatening when sanctioned in an amateurs Class F under these conditions late last month and can be ruled out
  108. HEMILIO PIERJI – 3rd of 12 finishers in an amateurs Class F under these conditions late last month. Has solid references in this category and must be taken seriously. Chance
  109. IOUPY TOLLEVILLE – 8th of 11 when preparing for this in a 2725m Graignes Class E late last month. Ran 2nd on only start over course and distance and despite the penalty, still looks a serious proposition
  110. EUDES DE L’AUNAY – 7th of 12 finishers behind HEMILIO PIERJI (13) in an amateurs Class D under these conditions late last month, but can go closer if he gets off on the right foot
  111. IDOLE D’OURVILLE – Out of sorts over recent weeks, latterly 9th of 10 in a Class D over course and distance on 6 January, and is unlikely to stir things up
    Summary: Barefoot following a Graignes conditioner, IOUPY TOLLEVILLE (14) takes to the amateur division for the first time and can win this if he replicates his Meslay performance. 25m better off and already a winner under these conditions, ISLA JUELA (7) makes just her second start back, and stays shod, but still has the quality to win at this level. HEMILIO PIERJI (13) has been knocking at the door this winter and sporting hind pads for the first time could make all the difference. IDOLE DELICE (8) opened her amateur account mid-December before pleasing in better company at Pontchateau and is unlikely to let the side down.
    SELECTIONS — IOUPY TOLLEVILLE (14) – ISLA JUELA (7) – HEMILIO PIERJI (13) – IDOLE DELICE (8)

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