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French Selections Sunday 16th

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R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LANNION – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 40,000

  1. ORAZI CESARE – Yet to win a race but finished 5th last time out at Aby (Gothenburg) over 2140m on 7 November. Needs to do more to win
  2. FALSTAFF FONT – A winner of his last four in a row, with the latest being at Wolvega over 1600m. Tougher task this longer distance
  3. LARABELLO DE LOU – Has struggled of late and finished tenth in Class D over this course and distance on 5 January. Others are much preferred
  4. ODYSSEY BOKO – Disqualified in his last two starts, with the latest being at this track on 28 January. Not easy to trust but could play a minor role
  5. FLY TOP – Not disgraced when 5th in Class at this track over 2850m on 28 January. Capable of an upset
  6. FUOCO D’AMORE – Did not show his best when 6th at Aversa over 2060m on 1 February. Did better before that but others are preferred
  7. LUCIFER DU CAIEU – Unreliable but was a barefoot winner last time out in Class E at this track over 2175m on 4 February. Remains unshod and has a winning chance
  8. LOBBY MESLOIS – Very unreliable but was runner-up last time out in a claimer at this track over 2850m on 7 February. More is needed to beat these rivals
  9. LUGANO – Unreliable but was fourth last time out in Class D at this track over 2175m on 16 January. Remains barefoot and could play a minor role
  10. LIQUIDATEUR – Unreliable but picked up another win, in Class Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 27 December. Can double up
  11. LEMON FLEURY – Clearly talented and was runner-up last time out in Class D over this track and trip on 1 February. Be right there at the finish again if wise
  12. LOUIS QUATORZE – Needed the last run when tenth in Class B over this track and trip on 2 February. Barefoot for the very first time and can upset
  13. LITTLE KING – Has major disqualification issues and faulted last time out at Rouen-Mauquenchy on 13 November. Needs major improvement to win
  14. LUGANO DE LOU – Very unreliable but was runner-up last time out in Class D over this course and distance on 5 January. Can make the frame if in the same mood
  15. LEXINGTON DANICA – Disqualified in his last two starts, with the latest being at this track on 2 February. Capable of playing a minor role when wise
    Summary: LEMON FLEURY (11) clearly has talent and was not disgraced when runner-up when first tasting the track. He can go one better over the same course and distance. LUCIFER DU CAIEU (7) is not easy to trust but was a barefoot winner last time out and remains unshod and a serious threat. LIQUIDATEUR (10) wins when in the right mood and deserves respect in this line-up. LUGANO DE LOU (14) put up a decent display when runner-up over this track and trip last month and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    LEMON FLEURY (11) – LUCIFER DU CAIEU (7) – LIQUIDATEUR (10) – LUGANO DE LOU (14)
    C2 – PRIX DE PLEAUX – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 41,000
  16. IN AMERICA – Battling to regain best form and finished 7th in Class E at this track over 2175m on 19 January. Others make much more appeal
  17. ILLICO DES BROUETS – Unreliable and finished fourth in Class F at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 22 January. Needs to do more to win this race
  18. IBRAHISCO – In good shape and finished fourth last time out in Class F at Laval over 2850m on 5 February. Can make the frame
  19. IF DE LA COUDRE – On a very long losing run but was runner-up last time out in Class F at Laval over 2850m on 5 February. Holding form and has a place chance
  20. IDEAL D’URZY – Unreliable of late and finished 7th in Class E at Challand over 2900m on 2 September. Should need this run returning from a break
  21. ILLICO DE VAU – Has lost his way of late and was disqualified last time out at Machecoul on 2 February. Needs major improvement to win
  22. IVALO DU BOCAGE – Has struggled of late and finished 9th in Class F at this track over 2175m on 19 January. Best watched for now
  23. ISO DE KERYANN – Showed some improvement when runner-up in Class E at Machecould over this distance on 2 February. Might play a minor role
  24. INDIAN FIGHTER – Has really struggled of late and was well beaten last time out at Angers over 3125m on 22 January. Others are much preferred
  25. INVICTUS DE NILREM – Disqualified last time out at this track on 19 January. Very consistent before that and can ounce back to be a real threat
  26. IDEAL DU LERRE – Showed vast improvement when runner-up in Class F at Nantes over 3000m on 13 January. Can go one better
  27. IMPRESS ME – Not disgraced when third last time out in Class F at Lyon-La Soie over 2050m on 30 January. Might play a minor role
  28. ISARIC – Unreliable and finished unplaced last time out in Class F at Angers over 3125m on 22 January. Barefoot this time and might sneak some minor money
  29. INSOLENT SOMOLLI – A winner of three of his last five starts, including last time out in Class F at Nantes over 3000m on 13 January. Can follow up
  30. IENISSE DE BARBRAY – Has struck form with two solid wins in a row, with the latest being in Class E at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 25 January. Can pull off the hat-trick
  31. I LOVE IGNY – Disqualified last time out at Lyon-La Soie on 11 December. In very good form before that and can contest the finish when wise
    Summary: INSOLENT SOMOLLI (14) has been in very good form and his last time out at Nantes in January suggested more wins in the tank. I LOVE IGNY (16) fluffed his lines with a disqualification last time out but was in fine form before that and is clearly not out of it if wise this time around. IENISSE DE BARBRAY (15) is hat-trick seeking after some good wins and would not be a surprise winner. INVICTUS DE NILREM (10) was disqualified last time out at this course but is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    INSOLENT SOMOLLI (14) – I LOVE IGNY (16) – IENISSE DE BARBRAY (15) – INVICTUS DE NILREM (10)
    C3 – PRIX DU PONTAVICE DE HEUSSEY – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Gr3 Race – Mounted – EUR € 90,000
  32. IMPERIAL COGLAIS – At the top of his game and was victorious last time out in a Class D Mounted race at this track over 2200m on 31 January. Big chance to complete his hat-trick
  33. INTOUCHABLE – On a very long losing run and finished 7th in a Group 1 Mounted race over this track and trip on 2 February. Drops in class and could surprise
  34. GOOD GIRL MARCEAUX – Very unreliable but was not disgraced when fourth in a Class B Mounted race at this track over 2850m on 8 February. Might play a minor role
  35. I CAN DREAM – Clearly likes it under the saddle and was a winner last time out in a Class B Mounted race at this track over 2850m on 8 February.. Can follow up
  36. GOLD VOICE – Bounced back from a disqualification when 5th last time out in a Group 1 over this course and distance on 2 February. Can contest the finish
  37. GALET STED – On a long losing run and finished 8th in a Group 2 Mounted race at this track over 2850m on 28 November. Could be the surprise package this shorter distance
  38. HIDALGO DES NOES – Disappointing recent form and finished 7th last time out in a Class a harness race at this track over 2100m on 8 February. Others make more appeal
  39. FILWELL – Very consistent of late and was not disgraced when fourth last time out in a Group 2 Mounted race at this track over 2850m on 26 January. Be right there at the finish
    Summary: I CAN DREAM (4) has not often gone under the saddle but when she has she has impressed and she was a good winner last time out at this track over further. She has also run particularly well over this course and distance before and looks the one to be with. FILWELL (8) ran with credit throughout last year and was not disgraced in his only outing this year. He should be a lively danger. IMPERIAL COGLAIS (1) has been very good of late and can finish off his hat-trick. INTOUCHABLE (2) was not disgraced in a Group 1 last time out and could make the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    I CAN DREAM (4) – FILWELL (8) – IMPERIAL COGLAIS (1) – INTOUCHABLE (2)
    C4 – PRIX DE LA GACILLY – 2850m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 46,000
  40. CALIMA DI POGGIO – Has struggled late and finished 11th at Montegiorgio over 2500m on 22 November. Unlikely to win
  41. DADA DEL RONCO – In good shape and was third last time out in Class C over this course and distance on 31 January. Could earn some more money
  42. DAYTONA DI CECCO – Disqualified last time out at this course on 11 February. Others make more appeal in this line-up
  43. SANGRIA PELLINI – Ultra-consistent and was runner-up in Class D at this track over 2100m on 12 January. Clearly not out of it
  44. PICTURE PERFECT – A winner of her last six starts, with the latest being in Class C over this track and trip on 31 January. Can win again
  45. DIVINA TRIO – Only fair of late and finished 5th in Class E over this track and trip on 11 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  46. JALOUZ D’OLIVERIE – Disqualified last time out at this track on 4 February. In good form before that and has a winning chance if wise this time
  47. JUNKIE (SWE) – Very unreliable but was runner-up last time out in Class C at Vincennes over 2700m on 1 January. Not out of it
  48. DENIA – Unreliable but did run well when runner-up in Class E over this track and trip on 11 January. Can go one better this time
  49. JOYCE – Disqualified last time out at this track on 23 January. Has struggled of late and others are preferred
  50. JOUVENCE DE CAREL – Holding her form well and was runner-up last time out in Class F at Nantes over 3000m on 13 January. Has not won for some time but has a place chance
  51. JAIN MAB – Unreliable of late but did finish third in Class D at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 2 February. Might play a minor role
  52. JETIDA – In good shape and was runner-up in Class C over this course and distance on 18 January. Be right there at the finish
  53. ICONE D’ERABLE – Has some fair form of late and finished fourth in Class D over this track and trip on 28 January. Can play a minor role
  54. BEAUTIFUL DAY(ITY) – Finished 6th last time out in Class D at this track over 2100m on 2 February. Needs to do more to wi this race
    Summary: PICTURE PERFECT (5) was very good in Belgium last year but she has been even better in France this year. Her last win at this track suggested she may be up to scoring at this level . JETIDA (13) has a very good record at this track and can fight out the finish yet again. SANGRIA PELLINI (4) is always a threat and should be concerned with the finish again. DENIA (9) is not reliable but is capable of shining again.
    SELECTIONS
    PICTURE PERFECT (5) – JETIDA (13) – SANGRIA PELLINI (4) – DENIA (9)
    C5 – PRIX DE GRENADE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Mounted – EUR € 59,000
  55. GET UP BROWN – On a very long losing run and finished 5th last time out in a Class D Mounted race over this track and trip on 7 February. Might play a minor role
  56. HANIKA DU LUPIN – Bounced back to form with a barefoot win in Class D win over this track and trip on 7 February. Remains barefoot and can double up
  57. HELENA GIRL – Finished 6th last time out in a Class D Mounted race at this course over 2175m on 4 February. Capable of better and has a place chance
  58. HELIUM DE L’ITON – Has struggled of late and finished tenth in Class D at this track over 2175m on 4 February. Capable of better but others are preferred
  59. HOTKATISSIME – Has some fair form of late and finished fourth last time out in Class D at this track over 2175m on 4 February. Can be competitive in this line-up
  60. HAWAI RIVER – Very unreliable and finished 9th in Class B at this course over 2850m on 15 January. Capable of a surprise when wise
  61. HUIS CLOS (SWE) – Ultra-consistent of late and finished runner-up last time out in a Class E Mounted race at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 27 January. Has a winning chance
  62. ALONE (SWE) – Has disqualification issues and was disqualified last time out at this track on 16 January. Needs major improvement to win
  63. HOUARNEAU – Disqualified last time out at this track on 4 February. Knocking hard at the door before that and should fight out the finish if wise this time
  64. HURIEL LUDOIS – Unreliable of late and finished 7th last time out in a Class D Mounted race at this track over 2175m on 4 February. Capable of better and could make the frame
  65. FERRERO DU LOISIR – Has major disqualification issues and was disqualified last time out at Chateaubriant on 3 February. Best watched for now
  66. FALTO DES LANDIERS – Has really struggled of late and was unplaced last time out at Chartres over 2825m on 26 November. Others make much more appeal
    Summary: HUIS CLOS (SWE) (7) has been very good in the provinces throughout last year. His last two wins were over this track and he gets the vote to score. HOUARNEAU (9) fluffed his lines with a disqualification last time out but is probably better this distance and has a winning chance. HURIEL LUDOIS (10) is capable of better than what he has recently shown and could contest the finish. HANIKA DU LUPIN (2) was an unshod winner over this course and distance earlier this month and can double up.
    SELECTIONS
    HUIS CLOS (SWE) (7) – HOUARNEAU (9) – HURIEL LUDOIS (10) – HANIKA DU LUPIN (2)
    C6 – PRIX COMTE PIERRE DE MONTESSON – 2700m (a1m1/2) – – Harness – EUR € 200,000
  67. MONEGASQUE – Has major disqualification issues and faulted last time out at this track on 25 January. Capable of contesting the finish when in the right mood
  68. MASINA DE TILLARD – A winner of her first three starts but she has been disappointing since then and finished 6th in a Group 2 over this course and distance on 25 January. Capable of an upset
  69. MACHUCAMBO – Disqualified last time out at this track on 2 February. In very good form before that and should fight out the finish if wise this time
  70. MISSANDEI – A runner-up in three of her last four starts, with the latest being in a Group 3 at this track over 2175m on 2 February. Can go one better this time
  71. MARGAUX DES ARRIS – Disqualified in half of her starts so far including last time out at this track on 2 February. Did better when fourth in her penultimate start. Has a place chance/
  72. MAT MANATHIS – Yet to win a race but was not disgraced when third in a Group 3 at this track over 2175m on 2 February. Capable of earning some money
  73. MAITRE JACQUES – Ultra-consistent so far and finished runner-up last time out in a Group 2 over this track and trip on 25 January. Be right there at the finish once again
  74. MISTY GREEN – Continues to improve and was third last time out in a Group 2 over this course and distance on 25 January. Has a winning chance
  75. MAESTRO RIVER – A winner of his three starts and was third last time out in a Group 2 over this track and trip on 25 January. Not out of it
  76. MILLE ETOILES – Has make progress of late, winning her last three starts, with the latest being in a Group 3 on 2 February. Can score again
  77. MORALITY – In good form and finished runner-up in a Group 2 over this course and distance on 25 January. Has a place chance
  78. MAGNUM DU CHOQUEL – Usually competitive and was not disgraced when 5th in a group 3 over this track and trip on 25 January. Might play a minor role
  79. MONZON NORMAND – Disqualified last time out at this track on 25 January. Better over the shorter distances and others are preferred
  80. MACK DE BLARY – Not at all disgraced when third last time out in a Group 2 over this track and trip on 25 January. Can get involved with the finish once again
    Summary: MAITRE JACQUES (7) has been very consistent and finished off his race well when runner-up over this course and distance last month. He can go one better but it is a very competitive-looking race. MAESTRO RIVER (9) showed he has not stopped improving when runner-up last month. MILLE ETOILES (10) has struck a purple patch of form and she would not be a surprise winner in the form she has been. MACK DE BLARY (14) was not disgraced last time out and is one of many more that could score.
    SELECTIONS
    MAITRE JACQUES (7) – MAESTRO RIVER (9) – MILLE ETOILES (10) – MACK DE BLARY (14)
    C7 – PRIX D’ORTHEZ – 2850m (a2m) – Gr3 Race – Harness – EUR € 90,000
  81. FUNNY GIRL (ITY) – Has improved of late and was third in a Group 3 at this course over 2700m on 12 January. Might play a minor role
  82. FIRST TIME ROC – Disappointing of late and finished 8th in a Group 3 at this track over 2700m on 11 January. Others are preferred
  83. FERAHAN AS – Disappointing recent form and finished tenth last time out in a Group 3 at this track over 2700m on 25 December. Others are preferred
  84. FRANKIE LJ – Only modest of late and finished 6th last time out in a Group 3 at this course over 2700m on 11 January. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  85. FANTASTICA DODA – Has disqualification issues and was disqualified last time out at Turin on 1 November. Hard to trust and others are preferred
  86. LISSANDRO – Victorious in his last three start, with the latest being in a Group 3 at this track over 2700m on 11 January. Can score again
  87. L’AS DESBOIS – In very good shape and was runner-up in a Group 3 at this track over 2700m on 11 January. Be right there at the finish
  88. LOUVE DE REVE D’OR – A runner-up in her last three starts, with the latest being in a Group 3 at this course over 2700m on 12 January. Clearly not out of it
  89. LA STAR ROC – Has struck form with two solid wins, with the latest being when barefoot in a Group 3 at this track over 2700m on 12 January. Remains barefoot and could make the frame
  90. FIL EK – Disqualified last time out at Bologna on 6 January. Battling to find best form and others are preferred
  91. LEARN TO FLY – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up last time out in a Group 3 at this track over 2700m on 25 December. Has a place chance barefoot this time
  92. LIGHT MY FIRE – Did not run too badly when 7th last time out in a Group 1 at this course over 2700m on 25 January. Can contest the finish
  93. LAPIS LAZULI – Not at all disgraced when barefoot and fourth in Class Group 1 at this track over 2700m on 25 January. Should be very competitive yet again
    Summary: LISSANDRO (6) has impressed with three smart wins and is a confident pick to take out a fourth consecutive win. LAPIS LAZULI (13) ran well when fourth in a Group 1 and should be very competitive in this line-up. L’AS DESBOIS (7) remains in very good form and can contest the finish again. LOUVE DE REVE D’OR (8) has found one better in her last three starts and will not go down without a challenge for top honours.
    SELECTIONS
    LISSANDRO (6) – LAPIS LAZULI (13) – L’AS DESBOIS (7) – LOUVE DE REVE D’OR (8)
    C8 – PRIX D’ARRAS – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 59,000
  94. L.A.BOKO – Very unreliable but was third last time out in Class D at this track over 2100m on 6 February. Capable of earning some money
  95. ISLAND LOVE – Disqualified last time out at this track on 23 January. In good shape before that and can contest the finish if wise
  96. NINEPOINTS LASSE – At the top of his game with three wins in his last four starts, including last time out in Class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 27 January. Be right there at the finish yet again
  97. IS MAGIC HAUFOR – Unreliable but was not disgraced when third last time out in Class D at this track over 2100m on 4 February., Better this distance and can fight out the finish
  98. GUIGNOL DE CHARDET – On a very long losing run but was not disgraced when third last time out in Class D over this track and trip on 2 February. Might play a minor role
  99. FILOU SMILING – Has been struggling for some time now and finished tenth in Class D over this course and distance on 2 February. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  100. JIMMY FERRO BR – In good form with two wins in his last three starts, including last time out in Class B at this track over 2850m on 23 January. Can score again
  101. FERLAINE – Has struggled of late and finished 8th last time out in Class D over this track and trip on 2 February. Others make more appeal
  102. CANTO DEI VENTI – Has finished 6th in his last two starts, with the latest being in Class B at this track over 2850m on 23 January. Might play a minor role
  103. BITCOIND’ARC – Did not show his best when 9th in Class B at this track over 2850m on 23 January. In good form before that and is capable of an upset
  104. GOLD D’ECROVILLE – Has struggled of late and finished 8th in Class C over this course and distance on 25 January. Needs to do more to win this race
  105. ETHAN DRIVE – In very good form of late and was a winner last time out in Class C over this track and trip on 25 January. Not fully barefoot this time but has a place chance
    Summary: JIMMY FERRO BR (7) has been good of late and his last win at this track was impressive. He should make a bold bid at beating these rivals. IS MAGIC HAUFOR (4) is not reliable but was a smart winner over this course and distance in December and can be a threat again. NINEPOINTS LASSE (3) has been very good of late and would not be a surprise winner. ISLAND LOVE (2) was in good shape before her disqualification last time out and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    JIMMY FERRO BR (7) – IS MAGIC HAUFOR (4) – NINEPOINTS LASSE (3) – ISLAND LOVE (2)
    C9 – PRIX D’HYERES – 2850m (a2m) – – Harness – EUR € 40,000
  106. KOMDAPI DIESCHOOT – Fourth in a class E at this track over 2700m on 28 January. Remains barefoot. Not far off them recently and can play a minor role
  107. KING FROMENTRO – A runner-up in a class E at this track over 2850m on 10 December. Might need the run-back
  108. KAVANI – Well beaten 8th in a class D at this track over 2100m on 26 January. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  109. KAID DEL GREEN – Fourth in a class E at this track over 2100m on 6 February. Remains barefoot. Can play a minor role at best
  110. KARATE KING – Finished 7th in a class D at Nantes over 2275m on 26 January. Improvement is needed
  111. KEN DE CORDAY – Third in a class D at Nantes over 2275m on 26 January. Remains barefoot. Capable of earning minor money
  112. KOOL LUDOIS – Well beaten 9th in a class D at this track over 2100m on 26 January. Remains barefoot. Others are preferred in this line-up
  113. KAISER DE MORTREE – Disqualified in a class E at Cordemais over 2825m on 15 January. Must be wise and needs to find a few lengths
  114. KELLOU DES BRUMES – A winner in a class E at Graignes over 2725m on 3 February. Reverts to barefoot. A winner of the last two and can complete the hat-trick
  115. KEOPS DU BUHOT – Fifth in a class D at Nantes over 2275m on 26 January. Reverts to barefoot. Has sufficient means to fight for a place on the podium
  116. KING KONG SMILE – Fifth in a class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2700m on 8 February. Remains barefoot. A fair latest effort after winning the penultimate start and is not out of it
  117. KHEOPS AIREMME – Fourth in a class E at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 2 February. Debuts at Vincennes and is a consistent sort who deserves to be respected
  118. KANGOUROU – Unplaced in a class D at this track over 2100m on 26 January. Remains barefoot. Others are preferred in this line-up
  119. KENDRICK – A winner in a class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 27 January. In form and can double up
  120. KOPECK DE CHENU – Fourth in a class D at this track over 2850m on 19 January. Holding form and can be involved in the finish again
  121. KOUROUX – Finished 6th in a class D at this track over 2850m on 7 January. Remains barefoot. A penultimate start runner-up on this track and is not out of it
    Summary: KENDRICK (14) has been a disappointment at this track of late. He did, however, bounce back from a disqualification to win his latest start and he can take out this lucky last race. It is a very open race, though. KOPECK DE CHENU (15) has improved of late and could be ready to score. KOUROUX (16) is better than the last run would suggest and has a winning chance. KELLOU DES BRUMES (9) has shone this year and is clearly not out of it.
    SELECTIONS
    KENDRICK (14) – KOPECK DE CHENU (15) – KOUROUX (16) – KELLOU DES BRUMES (9)
    R3 ANGERS [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DES PELTRAIS – 3000m (a2m) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 24,000

  1. KATE TO WIN – Nice 3rd at Nantes over 2400m on November 14th and a win at Saint-Brieuc in October over 2400m. Live contender
  2. KIM DU LEMO – unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 3000m at Paray-Le-Monial on November 10th. Can make the top-three
  3. KAHULA – 6th last time out, she won before that by 17L at Saint-Brieuc on over 2400m on October 27th. Looks like the one to beat
  4. KASTELL BIHOUE – Two unplaced runs over hurdles of late, 3rd before that on the flat over 3000m on February 20th, 2024. Unlikely to threaten
  5. KIKEA DU MOU – Unplaced last time, she won before that over 3400m at this track over hurdles on November 11th in a Class 4 race. Others preferred
  6. LOUSTIC DE CIERGUE – On his latest outing, he won on his third start over 2400m at Lignieres on November 30th. Hard to rule out
  7. KEISHA BELLEVUE – Unraced filly by Non Rien De Rien, the dam never ran. Likely to need this run for experience. Monitor the betting for clues
  8. KOCHIVKA – Two unplaced runs the latter over 2900m at Durtal on November 10th in a conditions race. Hard to recommend
  9. KAMELIA DE CORTON – 5th on her last run over 3500m at Pau in a Class 3 hurdle on January 4th. Has yet to win and may have to wait for that now back on the flat
  10. LETS DANSE DOUDOU – Pleasing 3rd over 2300m at Durtal last time out on January 26th a nd 2nd before that in December. One to pay attention too
  11. LOVELY JAP – Unraced by Beaumec De Houlle, the dam won one race over hurdles. Stable runners warrant respect on debut. The betting can be the safe guide
    Summary: KAHULA (3) has won two of her five starts and been second twice. She was unplaced in a Group 2 AQ race at Chantilly on her latest start in November. Back in calmer waters, she can be too smart for her rivals. KATE TO WIN (1) will do her best to overturn the likely favourite and was a good third at Nantes on her latest start in mid-November. LOUSTIC DE CIERGUE (6) is one for the each-way backers to latch on to. LETS DANSE DOUDOU (10) heads the remainder.
    SELECTIONS
    KAHULA (3) – KATE TO WIN (1) – LOUSTIC DE CIERGUE (6) – LETS DANSE DOUDOU (10)
    C2 – PRIX GAUTIER DE LA SELLE – 3800m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 26,000
  12. BEAUTYSTARS – Nice win over 3800m over fences two starts ago at this track in late November and was second on his latest outing on December 7th. Live contender
  13. L’ETOILEE – Three unplaced efforts since a win over 3900m at Le Lion D’Angers on July 26th in a handicap chase. Place chance
  14. KANDIDA BELLA – Fair 2nd over 3700m at Pau on January 24th in a Class 3 chase on her latest start. Hard to overlook
  15. OPERA BASTILLE – He has won his last three starts, the latter over 3600m at Saint-Brieuc on October 1st in a Class 3 chase. He will be fit for this after a layoff and can score
  16. DEMON DU BERLAIS – Two unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 3650m at Mont-De-Marsan on December 8th in a Class 3 hurdle. Others make more appeal
  17. JARDIN D’EOLE – Four unplaced runs of late, the latest over 3800m at Pau over fences in a Class 3 race on January 31st. Makes limited appeal
  18. KING OF LIFE – 4th on his latest start over 3500m at Pau in a claiming hurdle on December 29th. He won on debut over hurdles in May 2024. Chase debut and is one to keep safe
  19. KELAMI DES PICTONS – 3rd over 3500m at Pau in a Class 3 hurdle on his last run. He is lightly raced over hurdles and is one to watch on his chasing debut
  20. NUPSALA NOLIMIT – Three unplaced runs of late, the latter over 4000m at Durtal over fences when failing to complete the course on January 26th. Hard to fancy
  21. KELLY MADRIK – She has been 4th on her last two runs, the latter over 3800m at Niort in a Class 4 hurdle on June 9th, 2024. Chase debut and is one to consider
    Summary: OPERA BASTILLE (4) was in great form in 2024, he won his last three races, the latest of them over fences at Saint-Brieuc on October 1st by 8.5L. He will be ready for this after an absence and is preferred to BEAUTYSTARS (1) who won over fences two starts ago at this track in late November and was second on his latest outing in December. KANDIDA BELLA (3) can make her presence felt and is the each-way option. L’ETOILEE (2) makes up the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    OPERA BASTILLE (4) – BEAUTYSTARS (1) – KANDIDA BELLA (3) – L’ETOILEE (2)
    C3 – PRIX SAINT-GEORGES – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 23,000
  22. MAKE SENSE – 6th last time out, 4th before that at this track over 3400m in a Class 3 hurdle on November 25th. Can put his recent below-par run behind him and be involved
  23. LUBERSAC – Newcomer by Masked Marvel, the dam was placed over hurdles. From a good stable who can ready one to strike at the first time of asking. The betting can guide
  24. LOUSTIC BERE – Two unplaced runs of late, the latter over hurdles at Moulins in a Class 3 race on December 14th. He won on the flat at Dax last September over 2300m in a maiden race. Others make more sense
  25. OXMO DU MATHAN – Creditable 3rd on the flat over 2600m at Pompadour on his sole start on August 15th, 2024. He will be well schooled for this debut over hurdles and can have a say
  26. LE GRAND LUX – Unraced gelding by Free Port Lux, the dam won four races, 3 on the flat and one chase. Watch the betting patterns for any support
  27. TAGANAY – Failed to finish on the one run so far over 3500m in a hurdle race at Pau on December 15th. Needs vast progress to be involved
  28. ROYAL MACAN – Three unplaced runs over hurdles, the latter over 3400m at Angers on December 7th. Has to improve to be seen with a chance
  29. SECRET DESFANDRAUX – 5th on his hurdles run last time over 3500m at Moulins in a Class 3 race on December 14th. He has shown very little so far and is best watched for now
  30. ALI PACHA – Good 2nd on his debut over 2950m at Machecoul on February 1st in a Class 4 race. Can improve and be good enough to score on hurdling debut
  31. MISTER DU BRIZAIS – 5th on the latest outing over 3550m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 hurdle on October 14th. Unlikely to be involved
  32. LUCKY ROQUE – Fair 5th on his only run over hurdles at Angers in a maiden hurdle over 3400m on December 7th. Among the leading each-way angles
  33. LAGON BLEU – Unraced gelding by Zarak, the dam won two races over jumps and was placed in Grade 3 chases. One to keep safe on debut and any market support should be noted
    Summary: ALI PACHA (9) made a pleasing debut at Machecoul earlier this month when he was second on the flat. He will have learned plenty from that race and should get off the mark on his hurdles debut. MAKE SENSE (1) is a threat and has shown ability on both of his starts at this track over hurdles. LUCKY ROQUE (11) could be the one to be with each way, he showed nice ability on his debut over hurdles when fifth at Angers in December. OXMO DU MATHAN (4) is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    ALI PACHA (9) – MAKE SENSE (1) – LUCKY ROQUE (11) – OXMO DU MATHAN (4)
    C4 – PRIX ROGER CROSSOUARD – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 23,000
  34. MISS RAFALE – 4th on her last run over 3400m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on January 7th in a Class 4 hurdle. Might find a few of these too smart
  35. CATELLE ROSE – 4th on her latest start over 3300m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 4 hurdle on January 1st. Has work ahead to feature
  36. LA FLEUR AU FUSIL – 4th on her latest start over 3400m at Lyon Parilly in a Class 4 hurdle on November 23rd. Should improve and has an outside place chance at big odds
  37. LASTRONOMY – 5th last time out over hurdles, 3rd before that over 3400m at Dieppe in a Class 4 hurdle on August 30th. Merits consideration
  38. ARGENT PLATINE – Two unplaced efforts so far, the latter over 2600m in a maiden at Angouleme on October 20th. Hurdle debut and others make more appeal
  39. DORA MAGIC PELEM – 9th on her hurdles debut at Pau over 3500m on December 25th. Placed on the flat three times, so has shown ability. Needs to show more this time over hurdles
  40. TALENTED – Newcomer by Masked Marvel, the dam was placed over fences. From a leading stable who can ready a debutante. Watch the betting patterns
  41. RECORDA – Fair 2nd over 3100m at Granville on her third run in a Class 3 race on August 15th. She will be fit for her return after almost 6 months off the track. Sure to be well schooled for hurdles debut
  42. ESASTAR – Unraced filly by Goliath Du Berlais, the dam won three times over jumps and was placed in a Listed chase. One to keep safe on debut and best watched in the betting market
  43. PRECIOUS STAR – Promise when 6th at Machecoul in a Class 4 race on her debut on February 1st. She will know what is required this time and can feature on hurdles debut
  44. LAGAZELLE – Unplaced on both runs on the flat, the latter over 2300m at Durtal on January 26th on the flat in a Class 4 race. Hurdles debut and might find this difficult
  45. L’ETOILE DU MATIN – Failed to finish last time over hurdles at Machecoul in a Class 4 hurdle on February 1st. Has not inspired as yet
  46. MENILMUCHE – Unraced by Montmartre, the dam never ran. From a respected trainer who will have this filly well prepared. One to keep an eye on in the betting exchanges
    Summary: PRECIOUS STAR (10) ran green on her debut earlier this month on the flat at Machecoul, she did however catch the eye and will have learned a good deal from that. She is the marginal choice on her hurdle race debut over RECORDA (8) who was second at Granville on her latest outing in August last year on the level. She will be well-tuned for her hurdling debut. TALENTED (7) has a taking profile and is one to watch in the betting for clues on her debut, as is ESASTAR (9) on debut as well.
    SELECTIONS
    PRECIOUS STAR (10) – RECORDA (8) – TALENTED (7) – ESASTAR (9)
    C5 – PRIX DE L’ILE DE BEHUARD – 3800m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 26,000
  47. KREMLIN – A winner on the flat, he has been 2nd on both of his runs over hurdles so far, the latter over 3500m at Pau on December 31st in a Class 3 race. He can keep improving and can play a lead role
  48. KOKTAIL BRESILIEN – Three unplaced runs of late, the latest when falling over hurdles at Pau in a Class 4 race on December 21st. Others make more appeal
  49. KANON DEVIL – 5th over fences at Fontainebleau in a handicap chase over 3600m on December 10th on his last run. His better form is over fences
  50. CLO DES FLOS – Two unplaced runs since a 2nd over 3500m in a claiming hurdle at Machecoul on October 20th. Opposable
  51. JARRY LORD – 3rd last time, he won before that over 2000m at Durtal on November 1st in a Class 4 race on the flat. He has been placed over hurdles in 2023. Player
  52. LIGHT WAVE – Fair 3rd on his sole run in 2024 at Auteuil in a Class 1 chase over 3500m on May 8th. Useful hurdler who has won at Listed Class. He can be too smart for his rivals
  53. SENADOR – Four unplaced efforts of late, the latest over 3500m at Pau in a Class 2 hurdle on January 19th. Unlikely to be involved
  54. GALAXIE D’AINAY – Got off the mark over hurdles at Auteuil in a Class 2 race over 3500m on November 26th. She is progressive and can not be ignored
    Summary: LIGHT WAVE (6) only appeared once last year in a Class 1 chase when he was third at Auteuil in May. He is a former Listed Class winner over hurdles and with fitness taken on trust, he should be too smart for his rivals. KREMLIN (1) is the main danger, he ran well to be second at Pau in late December on only his second try over hurdles. JARRY LORD (5) returns to hurdles after some good form on the flat, he warrants respect as does GALAXIE D’AINAY (8) who can be involved.
    SELECTIONS
    LIGHT WAVE (6) – KREMLIN (1) – JARRY LORD (5) – GALAXIE D’AINAY (8)
    C6 – PRIX HENRY RIDGWAY – 4100m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 27,000
  55. KALCA MOME – Won on his latest start over 3800m in a handicap hurdle at this track on December 7th. He likes this track and can feature
  56. JAGUAR DES OBEAUX – She won on her latest run over 4400m at Auteuil in a Class 2 chase on November 24th. Back over hurdles and might be more suited to fences
  57. MONTE CRISTO – 5th last time out, 3rd before that over 4100m in a Class 3 hurdle at this track on November 18th. Might find a few of these too smart
  58. KONFIANCE ALLEN – Two placed runs over fences of late, 2nd on the most recent of them in a Listed race at Compiegne on November 29th. Switch back to hurdles should not be a problem
  59. HOOKER DE BRENUS – Three unplaced runs of late in competitive races, he won before that at Saint-Brieuc on October 27th in a Class 4 hurdle. Should not be underestimated
  60. JONY BE GOOD – 4th on his latest start over 3900m at Pau in a Class 3 chase on January 4th. Back over hurdles and tries a handicap for the first time. Needs a few to misfire
  61. JOURNEE D’LA FEMME – Fair 3rd over 3800m at Angers on his latest start in a handicap hurdle on December 7th. Each way must
  62. LADY COEUR – Four unplaced runs over fences of late, three when failing to complete the course, the latter in a Grade 3 chase at Auteuil on November 30th. Hard to fancy
  63. ROBIN HILL – Ra well when 4th over 3500m at Moulins in a Class 3 hurdle on December 14th last time, he won before that in late November over hurdles. Looks progressive and has a key chance
  64. KARA DE MEE – Unplaced last time out, 3rd before that over 3500m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 3 hurdle on January 1st. Others make more appeal
    Summary: ROBIN HILL (9) has had three runs, a win on his second start at Fontainebleau in November and then a decent effort to be fourth at Moulins in mid-December. He could be well treated for his handicap debut. KALCA MOME (1) has to deal with top-weight but despite that, he could be the main danger to the selection. JOURNEE D’LA FEMME (7) has run well at this track recently over hurdles and can make the top three. HOOKER DE BRENUS (5) looks the best of the rest.
    SELECTIONS
    ROBIN HILL (9) – KALCA MOME (1) – JOURNEE D’LA FEMME (7) – HOOKER DE BRENUS (5)
    C7 – PRIX METATERO – 3700m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 30,000
  65. BAR TENDER – Fair 2nd over 3500m at Pau in a handicap hurdle on February 4th on his last outing. He won a claiming chase in January at Pau. Consider
  66. KING PLANTEUR – Placed on both of his starts over fences, the latest when 2nd at Durtal behind HUNBEUR (4) when beaten 3.5L on January 26th. On better terms he can make things interesting
  67. ANATOLE – Creditable 3rd over 3600m at Durtal in a Class 3 chase on January 26th behind two of today’s rivals. He has ground to find and others seem better equipped
  68. HUNBEUR – Won on his second try over fences at Durtal in a Class 3 race on January 26th on his latest run. He was placed over hurdles. One to pay attention too
  69. VAMOS A LA PLAYA – Won on his last run over 3800m in a claiming chase at this track on November 24th. More required in what looks a better race
  70. L’AMIRAL D’AINAY – Two unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 3800m in a Class 1 chase at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on December 2nd. Capable of making the frame
  71. SANTANA BEACH – Fair 5th in a Grade 2 hurdle at Auteuil on November 16th last time out, she won before that at the same track in late October over hurdles. Chase debut and will be fancied to score
    Summary: SANTANA BEACH (7) acquitted herself well when she was fifth when upped in class at Auteuil in the Prix Magalen Bryant (Grade 2) hurdle in November and she won at Auteuil before that in October. She will be well-schooled for her chase debut and is preferred to HUNBEUR (4) who won on his second try over fences at Durtal late last month in a Class 3 race. KING PLANTEUR (2) was second in the Durtal race and has a few lengths to find. BAR TENDER (1) is also worth a mention.
    SELECTIONS
    SANTANA BEACH (7) – HUNBEUR (4) – KING PLANTEUR (2) – BAR TENDER (1)
    C8 – PRIX DU PARC DE LA GARENNE – CHALLENGE DE L’OBSTACLE EQUINAXY – APGO – 3800m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 26,000
  72. KAP LORD – Fair 4th over 3700m in a Class 4 chase at Haras-Du-Pin on April 21st on his last run. Fitness is taken on trust but can have a say in proceedings
  73. GAME OPAL – 7th on his only run this year over 3900m at Pau in a Class 3 chase on January 4th. Should have no fitness worries and is in the mix
  74. HARDI LES GARS – Unplaced last time over 4700m at Pau in a handicap chase on January 29th. Has been lightly raced since 2023 and others are preferred
  75. JACASSE CAMARA – Ran well to be 3rd over 3450m in a Class 3 chase at Compiegne on September 8th when last seen. Capable of a bold show
  76. MANDARIN BASC – He won his last two races, the latter over 4500m in a Listed chase at Clairefontaine on August 21st. He runs well fresh and will be fit enough to score
  77. CAMERISE – 4th on her last start over 3800m at Le Pertre in a Class 4 chase on September 14th over fences. Opposable
  78. SHAVING – Two unplaced runs since a 4th over hurdles at Worcester (GBR) on September 11th, 2024. Chase and French debut and is best watched for now
    Summary: MANDARIN BASC (5) makes his return after an absence of almost 6 months. He was in terrific form last year and scored on his last two runs over fences, the latter a Listed event at Clairefontaine in late August. He runs well fresh and will be ready to go. JACASSE CAMARA (4) was a decent third at Compiegne when last seen in September last year and can make his rivals work hard for success. GAME OPAL (2) and KAP LORD (1) can duel for minor honours.
    SELECTIONS
    MANDARIN BASC (5) – JACASSE CAMARA (4) – GAME OPAL (2) – KAP LORD (1)
    R5 CAGNES-SUR-MER [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DES LAVANDES – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000

  1. BAKHCHISARAY – Unreliable and finished 9th last time out in a Claimer at this track over 2000m on 10 February. Might play a minor role
  2. MONA TREZY – Disappointing recent form and finished 12th last time out in a handicap at this track over 2150m on 5 February. Capable of doing better and could make the frame
  3. FORBIDDEN SECRET – Holding form and was a winner last time out in a handicap at Lyon-La Soie over 2150m on 7 February. Can contest the finish
  4. GLACIER PEAK – Disappointing form of late and finished 8th last time out in a handicap at Lyon-La Soie over this distance on 7 February. Capable of earning some money
  5. HONGUEMARE – Has struggled of late and finished tenth in a handicap at this track over 2000m on 30 January. Not out of it on best form
  6. BOLSHKINOV – On a long losing run and finished 8th last time out in a claimer at Marseille-Borely over 1700m on 6 February. Needs to find a few lengths
  7. MILLIONAIRE – Bounced back to form with a good runner-up performance in this division over this course and distance on 28 January. Big chance
  8. ROOFOFTHEWORLD – Yet to win a race and finished tenth last time out in a handicap at this track over 2000m on 2 February. More is needed to win
    Summary: MILLIONAIRE (7) was only run out of it late over this track and trip last month. That was in this division and it does look the best form in the race. He looks the one to beat. FORBIDDEN SECRET (3) was behind MILLIONAIRE (7) when they met that day and he won at Lyon-La Soie subsequently to boost that form. MONA TREZY (2) has been disappointing of late but could make the frame. HONGUEMARE (5) is better than the last run suggests and can bounce back.
    SELECTIONS
    MILLIONAIRE (7) – FORBIDDEN SECRET (3) – MONA TREZY (2) – HONGUEMARE (5)
    C2 – PRIX GEORGES SANDOR – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 26,000
  9. PELINIA – Unreliable of late but was not disgraced when fourth last time out in a Conditions race at this track over 2150m on 27 January. Both wins have been over this distance and is not out of trying the PSF
  10. PREMIUM PASS – Proved in need of her French debut when tenth in a Conditions race at this track over 1500m on 2 February. Should strip fitter this time and can make the frame
  11. MONDO – Finished 7th in a Conditions race at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 5 October. Can bounce back to win this if fit from a break
  12. HOHENSCHWANGAU – Showed what he is capable of with a victory in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 21 January. Should contest the finish
  13. LADY VITESSE – Mostly disappointing form since debut win and finished 6th in a Conditions race at this track over 1500m on 13 January. Tries the PSF but others are preferred
  14. VICTORY FOLIE – Holding form and was victorious last time out in a Conditions race at this track over 1500m on 15 January. Tries the PSF but is clearly not out of it
  15. HOLY WOODED – Won on debut but was not disgraced when fourth in a Conditions race at Toulouse over 1600m on 18 September. Has a place chance if fit from a break
  16. THE DOCTOR – Threatening to win a race and was runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at this track over 1500m on 15 January. Can go one better this time
    Summary: HOHENSCHWANGAU (4) found the distance beyond him in his penultimate start. He bounced back from that with a course and distance win last time out and he can follow up and beat these rivals. THE DOCTOR (8) has been good without scoring and should be a real threat yet again. VICTORY FOLIE (6) tries the PSF this time but she has been consistent and is clearly not out of it. PREMIUM PASS (2) needed the last run and is capable of vast improvement.
    SELECTIONS
    HOHENSCHWANGAU (4) – THE DOCTOR (8) – VICTORY FOLIE (6) – PREMIUM PASS (2)
    C3 – PRIX POLICEMAN – 2150m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 1 Race – Flat – EUR € 40,000
  17. KILLARY KING – A winner in a Conditions race at this track over 2150m on 27 January. A winner of the last two and concedes weight but should be involved in the finish again
  18. PRADO – A winner in a Handicap at this track over 2150m on 2 February. Can play a minor role in the finish
  19. AIDAN’S PHONE – A winner in a Conditions race at this track over 2150m on 5 February. A consistent sort who should be contesting again
  20. GOOD SPEED – Finished 6th in a Conditions race at this track over 1500m on 2 February. Others are preferred in this line-up
  21. STARNBERG – Third in a Conditions race at this track over 2150m on 27 January. Should make a bold bid for victory
  22. PAOLINO – Finished 6th in a Conditions race at this track over 2150m on 27 January. Probably needed the latest and might improve
  23. THE BLACK SKY – Third in a Conditions race at Pau over 2000m on 14 January. Seldom far off them and can be competitive again
  24. LAFORMUL SANSOUCI – A winner in a Conditions race at this track over 1500m on 3 February. Can play a minor role at best
    Summary: STARNBERG (5) has only been beaten once and that was over this course and distance last month. His three wins before that were good and he can bounce back to score. KILLARY KING (1) lost on debut but has improved since then with some good course and distance victories. He should be right there at the finish yet again. THE BLACK SKY (7) is usually consistent and can get involved with the finish. AIDAN’S PHONE (3) tackles tougher after a recent win.
    SELECTIONS
    STARNBERG (5) – KILLARY KING (1) – THE BLACK SKY (7) – AIDAN’S PHONE (3)
    C4 – PRIX DE LA MER – 2000m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 23,000
  25. KALAOUN – A runner-up on debut in a Conditions race at this track over 2000m on 20 January. Looks hard to beat and will have many supporters
  26. APOCALYPSE – Fifth on debut in a Conditions race at this track over 2000m on 20 January. Others are preferred in this line-up
  27. BIRCH BLUE – Finished 8th on debut in a Conditions race at this track over 2150m on 5 February. Needs to improve on the debut effort
  28. PUMBA – A runner-up on debut in a Conditions race at this track over 2000m on 20 January. Can improve on the debut effort and deserves to be respected
  29. SYLVABELLE – Unplaced on debut in a Conditions race at Lyon-La Soie over 1800m on 9 December. Poor debut and is best watched for now
  30. SISI DAMOUR – Third on debut in a Conditions race at this track over 2000m on 20 January. Not far behind PUMBA (4) and can contest the finish
  31. BORNAWAY – Third in a Conditions race at this track over 2000m on 27 January. Suited to the sand and should contest the finish again
    Summary: A small field and it should fall the way of KALAOUN (1). He only found one better on the day on his debut and he should be smarter this time and hard to oppose. BORNAWAY (7) was only modest on debut but did improve second time out and can do even better this time around. PUMBA (4) ran well on debut but this may be a tougher ask. SISI DAMOUR (6) can also contest the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    KALAOUN (1) – BORNAWAY (7) – PUMBA (4) – SISI DAMOUR (6)
    C5 – PRIX DE SAINT -RAPHAEL – 1500m (a7f1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,000
  32. CRUELLA DE VIL – Well beaten 8th in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 10 February. Needs to improve to feature
  33. SANKA CHOP – Unplaced in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 20 January. Others are preferred in this line-up
  34. WHAT ELSE CHOP – A winner in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 10 February. Up in the weights but does have place prospects
  35. SAKHARAH – A runner-up in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 28 January. Capable of contesting the finish again
  36. WHY CHOPE – Finished 7th in a Handicap at this track over 1300m on 30 January. Needs to find a few lengths
  37. PRINCE LOS – Fourth in a Handicap at this track over 2000m on 18 January. Returns to the grass and is best kept safe. Not out of it
  38. BAWE ISLAND – A runner-up in a Handicap at Marseille-Borely over 1200m on 6 February. Has sufficient means to fight for victory
  39. MAGICAL LOVE – Well beaten 8th in a Handicap at this track over 2000m on 2 February. Poor form and is unlikely to be involved in the finish
  40. COME TI AMO – Fourth in a Handicap at Lyon-La Soie over 1800m on 22 January. Seldom far off them and can play a minor role
  41. EL PROFESSOR CHOP – Fourth in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 10 February. Holding steady form and can contest the finish
  42. MEHANYDREAM – Finished 6th in a Handicap at Marseille-Borely over 1200m on 6 February. Other rivals are preferred
  43. REDRUNNER – A runner-up in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 10 February. Well-weighted with 51Kg and has every chance again
    Summary: BAWE ISLAND (7) has not won for some time but she clearly likes the turf and she indicated she is ready to win after a good handicap performance. REDRUNNER (12) has yet to win a race but got close to winning and can go one better this time with luck in running. SAKHARAH (4) is consistent and will fight for top honours yet again. EL PROFESSOR CHOP (10) has held form well and is also not out of it.
    SELECTIONS
    BAWE ISLAND (7) – REDRUNNER (12) – SAKHARAH (4) – EL PROFESSOR CHOP (10)
    C6 – PRIX SAONOIS – FINALE POLYTRACK CHALLENGE – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Listed Race – Flat – EUR € 52,000
  44. HOOKING – A winner in a Conditions race at this track over 2000m on 25 January. Track-suited and should make a bold bid
  45. FAST RAAJ – A winner in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1500m on 4 December. In form and has every chance again
  46. LISICLES – Finished 7th at Madrid over 1600m on 12 October. Probably will need the run-back
  47. FOU FURIEUX – A winner in a Handicap at this track over 1600m on 3 February. Can play a role in the finish
  48. JOSEPHINO – Third in a Conditions race at this track over 1600m on 25 January. Seldom far off them and can contest the finish
  49. SUCHET – Unplaced in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1500m on 4 December. Others are preferred in this line-up
  50. PUMALIN PARK – Finished 6th in a Conditions race at this track over 1300m on 2 February. Needs to find a few lengths
  51. NO LUNCH – A winner in a Conditions race at this track over 1600m on 25 January. Debuted well on the sand and has every chance again
  52. MCLEAN HOUSE – A winner in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1400m on 16 January. In form and has sufficient means to fight for victory
    Summary: Title holder HOOKING (1) wins with regularity and is unbeaten in six starts on this surface at this track. He was a good winner over further last time out and can bounce back and take this Listed race as well. NO LUNCH (8) put some disappointing performances behind him by winning on this surface last time out and can win again by tackling stronger this time. MCLEAN HOUSE (9) won at Chantilly last time out and can be competitive in this line-up. FAST RAAJ (2) is another that can be given some consideration.
    SELECTIONS
    HOOKING (1) – NO LUNCH (8) – MCLEAN HOUSE (9) – FAST RAAJ (2)
    C7 – PRIX DE SAINTE-MAXIME – 1500m (a7f1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 21,000
  53. PUERTO MADERO – Unplaced in a Handicap at Pau over 2000m on 17 January. Poor form and needs to improve
  54. WIND OF CHANGE – Third in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 10 February. Holding form well on this track over this trip and has an each-way shout
  55. KALIFE ALAPLACE – Finished 8th in a Handicap at this track over 2150m on 5 February. Dropping in distance could suit and is not out of it
  56. ROMANCE MARINE – Third in a Handicap at this track over 1600m on 3 February. Improving and has sufficient means to fight for victory
  57. HY DREAM – Well beaten 8th in a Handicap at Marseille-Borely over 1200m on 6 February. Probably needed the latest effort
  58. RUN FOR HOME – Well beaten 9th in a Handicap at this track over 1300m on 30 January. Others are preferred in this line-up
  59. COLBY CHOP – Third in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 28 January. Well drawn and has every chance again
  60. MONTIGNY – Third in a Handicap at Pau over 1200m on 9 February. Can play a minor role at best
  61. FOR WIN – Third in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 27 January. Improved latest effort on this track and deserves to be respected
  62. LOGIS – A winner in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 27 January. Needs to confirm the latest effort
  63. ETERNEL – Fifth in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 10 February. Not well drawn but can make the frame. Place prospects
  64. AMOUAGE – Fifth in a Claimer at Marseille-Borely over 1700m on 6 February. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  65. BRAVEHEART – Well beaten 10th in a Handicap at Marseille-Borely over 1200m on 6 February. Others are preferred in this line-up
    Summary: ROMANCE MARINE (4) is improving and the recent run at this track suggested a winning turn might not be far away but it is an open race. FOR WIN (9) also showed improvement last time out at this track and can fight out the finish again. COLBY CHOP (7) is well drawn and has a winning chance. KALIFE ALAPLACE (3) can be suited by the drop in distance this time and is one of many more that can win this race.
    SELECTIONS
    ROMANCE MARINE (4) – FOR WIN (9) – COLBY CHOP (7) – KALIFE ALAPLACE (3)
    C8 – PRIX DU PESCAIRE – 1500m (a7f1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 23,000
  66. ESSAI TRANSFORME – Fifth in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 10 February. A penultimate start winner on this track who will appreciate the apprentice claim
  67. DARNYA – Finished 8th in a Handicap at this track over 1600m on 3 February. Needs to improve on the latest effort
  68. MIA BELLA – Fifth in a Handicap at this track over 1600m on 3 February. Holding form and can play a minor role
  69. LEPARD – Finished 8th in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 10 February. Unreliable but was a runner-up in the penultimate start on this track in a Claimer
  70. ANDARTIS – Unplaced in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 30 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  71. TALISMAN TOUCH – A runner-up in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 10 February. A runner-up in the last two on this track and has solid claims
  72. GRECIAN STAR – Third in a Claimer at this track over 1500m on 30 January. Maxime Guyon has won aboard this individual and will have supporters again
  73. SON VIDA – A winner in a Handicap at this track over 1600m on 3 February. Will need to confirm the latest victory
  74. TOPY’SIM – Third in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 27 January. Cristian Demuro will give every assistance from the saddle and will have supporters
  75. ZASYMOKA – Finished 7th in a Conditions race at Marseille-Vivaux over 2000m on 17 December. Might need the run and must improve to feature
  76. ROAST CHESTNUT – Finished 7th in a Handicap at this track over 1600m on 20 January. Seldom far off them and can make the frame
  77. THREE DREAMS – Finished 7th in a Handicap at this track over 1500m on 20 January. Others are preferred in this line-up
  78. PACO – Finished 6th in a Handicap at this track over 1600m on 5 February. Alexis Pouchin takes the ride and this will be the third run back. Improvement can be expected
    Summary: TALISMAN TOUCH (6) is knocking very hard at the door with two good recent runner-up performances. He can go one better to take out this very open-looking lucky last race. TOPY’SIM (9) should go well for jockey Cristian Demuro and has a winning chance. PACO (13) should be fitter after two runs back and looks a serious proposition too. GRECIAN STAR (7) has won for jockey Maxime Guyon before and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS – TALISMAN TOUCH (6) – TOPY’SIM (9) – PACO (13) – GRECIAN STAR (7)

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