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French Selections Wednesday 19th

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R1 ARGENTAN [R-H]

C1 – PRIX TERRES D’ARGENTAN NORMANDIE – 2875m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 35,000

  1. HELIOS DJEMA – Capable trotter making first appearance since finishing 8th of 12 in a 2850m Vincennes Class D on 18 November and will have nothing to contribute
  2. IVANA DES RACQUES – Last of 14 when prepping for this in a 2450m Caen Class D conditioner on 10 March. Is considerably better than that though and the choice of driver bodes well for her place prospects
  3. IXELLE BLEUE – Produced a pair of good right-handed performances before finishing 8th of 16 in a 2850m Laval Class E a week ago. Starts in front, has previously delivered for her driver, and is not incapable of setting the cat among the pigeons
  4. IVOIRE PRESTANCE – Starts for first time since finishing 8th of 13 in a 2850m Vincennes Class C late-November. Shod to preference this time and looks a player on first start for new yard
  5. JOLIE STAR – Sanctioned when going well in a 2700m Vincennes Class B on 4 February. Dependability not her strong suit but has won twice racing clockwise and should not be written off
  6. GALINETTE BLEUE – No slouch on a good day but has not raced since finishing 6th of 8 min a 2600m Cavaillon Class E late-October and is going to need the outing
  7. JET EXPRESS – Capricious but talented type making first start since finishing 8th of 16 in a 2700m Vincennes Class B on 8 November. May be a race shy but still has the wherewithal to finish in the mix
  8. JOURNEE REVEE – Imposed at Vincennes 2 months ago, then ran 2nd to a very good horse in a 2700m Class B at the same venue early-February. Pleased on lone start here and is easy to like for the win
  9. FEELING BOY – Sanctioned in a 2825m Class D at Le Croise-Laroche 11 days ago. Is in decent shape though, appreciates Argentan, and despite the handicap could still get a look-in
  10. IMPERATOR D’ELA – Fine servant with nothing to prove at this level but will race shod for comeback and best to keep one’s powder dry
  11. HELIOS SI – Hardy element that was sanctioned on re-entry in a 2450m Caen Class D early this month. Still in conditioning-mode and best to wait
  12. HASARD D’ERABLE – Drops in category after finishing 9th of 14 behind GAZOLINE DU SEUX (16) in a 2100m Vincennes Class C on 23 February. Sports front pads this time but could still play a small part
  13. HOLD UP DU DIGEON – Ran 4th at Caen prior to being sanctioned in a 2150m Enghien Class C last Friday. Has never produced the goods in the day’s configuration and is not about to paint the town red
  14. IALTO D’HERTALS – Runner-up in last 2, latterly of 15 in a 2700m Vincennes Class C 2.5 weeks ago. Reverts to a previous formula and even from the back line will be dangerous
  15. ILTON ROYAL – Has been flying under the saddle recently, latterly thrashing the field in a 2875m Enghien Class C on 7 March. Has never delivered under harness but is barefoot for the occasion and is hard to ignore
  16. GAZOLINE DU SEUX – Quickly sanctioned in a 2450m Caen Class D early this month. Enjoys a fine entry but still appears to have her work cut out
    Summary: As solid as a rock in three of her last four starts, JOURNEE REVEE (8) drops marginally in category after putting on a good show in Paris and, ideally-engaged on the front line, can wrap this up. François Lagadeuc will still want to be wary of reconfigured 2nd-row starter IALTO D’HERTALS (14) who has been knocking at the door lately, and the better-placed, and shod, JET EXPRESS (7) who will be no easy touch if sufficiently fit. IVANA DES RACQUES (2) may not be known for her reliability but she has 2 runs under her belt and the engagement of Anthony Barrier speaks volumes. IXELLE BLEUE (3) sports 4 pads after her Laval conditioner and returns to a track she likes with a good hand to play.
    SELECTIONS
    JOURNEE REVEE (8) – IALTO D’HERTALS (14) – JET EXPRESS (7) – IVANA DES RACQUES (2)
    C2 – PRIX DU CHATEAU DE CHAMBOIS – 2875m (a2m) – Class E Race – Mounted – EUR € 30,000
  17. JUAN PERRINE – Made a solid ridden debut 3 weeks ago, coming 2nd of 11 in a 2850m Laval Class E. Takes on a better lot this time but enjoys a front-row start and still has the wherewithal to finish in the mix
  18. JAVA WIC – Did not enjoy the best of trips when 4th of 10 in a 2450m Caen Class G a fortnight ago. Enjoys a 7kg allowance, starts in front, and looks a player
  19. JADE DU PARC – 6th of 10 behind JAVA WIC (2) in a 2450m Caen Class G a fortnight ago. Won her only start at the venue but in this company will need to find more
  20. HIRONDELLE FEE – Takes first public ridden steps after having been sanctioned in a 2800m Vire Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Is new to the venue and, while patently useful, may just have too much to do
  21. ISLAND LOVE – Sanctioned in last 3, most recently when going well in a 2800m Vire harness Class E on 2 March. Has bags of ability, is already a winner racing right-handed, and is not to be underestimated
  22. JULIA QUICK – Excellent campaigner back under the saddle after dominating a 2650m harness Class C in Bordeaux on 8 March.
  23. IGO CLEA – 2nd of 8 in a 2650m Bordeaux Class C 11 days ago. Won his only monte start here and his latest performance bodes well for his chances
  24. INITIALE CASTELETS – Quality mare that at ran 3rd of 15 in a 2850m Laval Class E a week ago. Won her only start here and is reunited with Mathieu Mottier who will be eager to make up for December sanction. Chance
  25. JUS DE FRUIT – Serious sort returning to racing right-handed after running 5th of 10 in a 2700m Vincennes Class A on 21 February. Has nothing to prove at this level and will be expected to contest the finish. Claim
    Summary: A number of horses catch the eye here but a small preference nonetheless goes to the tough JUS DE FRUIT (9) who drops in category with Benjamin Rochard back in the bike. Although short on ridden references, JULIA QUICK (6) is clearly in top shape and will be no pushover if she manages to stay in stride. INITIALE CASTELETS (8) is not easy to knock when focused and will have her chances. IGO CLEA (7) has done nothing but improve over recent months and has already won over course and distance.
    SELECTIONS
    JUS DE FRUIT (9) – JULIA QUICK (6) – INITIALE CASTELETS (8) – IGO CLEA (7)
    C3 – PRIX DU CHATEAU DE SASSY – 2800m (a2m) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 18,000
  26. MACUMBA DES PLANS – Sanctioned in a 2500m Class F at La Rochelle 10 days ago. Pleased here a month earlier though and despite the rail-side draw can get in on the action
  27. MADONE ROCHEL – Back under harness after finishing a distant 5th of 12 in a 2450m monte Class E at Caen last Thursday and has no possible chance
  28. MANILLE D’ERABLE – Courageous 5th of 14 in a 2450m Caen Class F a fortnight back. David Thomain will be delighted with the draw and can impose
  29. MISS SCARLET – 8th of 12, a place behind MADONE ROCHEL (2) in a 2150m Vire Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Has ground to make up and, while not a priority, is well-situated on the front line and can get a look-in
  30. MISS DE LA FERME – Lost her action early in a 2450m Caen Class F on 6 March. Has significant talent though and will be no easy touch if focused
  31. MALINE DE JED – 10th of 14 in a 2675m Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel 10 days ago and already looks out of her depth
  32. MANDARINE BAM – Ran 4th here before finishing last of 8 in a 2700m Graignes Class F on 23 February. Appears better suited to racing clockwise and can more than make amends. Place prospect
  33. MISS DE BELLOUET – 4th of 13 on re-entry in a 2675m Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel 10 days ago. Will have progressed for the run and will not be far off the mark if Maxence Duveau positions her early
  34. MARILOU D’ERI – Untried element that qualified in 1’20”4 at Caen last June. Handed a tough draw and appears to have little to offer
  35. MONEY WINNER AS – Qualified in 1’18”8 at Caen 3 weeks ago which should be enough to play a role here, even though forced to break from 2nd line
  36. MAKARINA DE BOMO – Sanctioned in both to date, most recently a 2375m Challans Class F on 9 February, but has nevertheless shown decent aptitude and with application can make the frame
  37. MADONA DU CLOS – Qualified in 1’19”4 at Caen mid-November. Not ideally-drawn though and may just have too much to do on career debut
  38. MAGIE DU HOULME – Sanctioned, on return to competition, in a 2800m Vire Class F late-January. Has demonstrated little aptitude for the game and will have few friends
  39. MARA DES OIES – Sanctioned on debut in a 2675m Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel 10 days ago. Has pulled a tough number and is unlikely to stir things up
    Summary: Although not as sharp as expected at Caen recently, MANILLE D’ERABLE (3) is clearly a good sort in the making and from the 3-spot can get off the mark. Sanctioned that day but patently a progressive filly, MISS DE LA FERME (5) is also nicely-positioned behind the car and Anthony Barrier will be intent on making amends. MAKARINA DE BOMO (11) comported herself well after both sanctions and it is only a question of time before she comes good. MANDARINE BAM (7) is back racing right-handed after her Graignes blip and will be expected to finish close this time.
    SELECTIONS
    MANILLE D’ERABLE (3) – MISS DE LA FERME (5) – MAKARINA DE BOMO (11) – MANDARINE BAM (7)
    C4 – PRIX PARIS-TURF – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 21,000
  40. LA DAME DE COEUR – Unraced since finishing 7th of 16 in a 2100m Vincennes Class C last September. Excels right-handed, is unshod-behind for the first time, and must not be underestimated
  41. LADY POP – Useful filly making first appearance since finishing last but one behind LA MITIDJA (8) in a 2550m Bordeaux Class D on 27 December, but others still preferred
  42. LEXOVIENNE – Not altogether at her ease when sanctioned in a 2875m Enghien Class D last week. Boasts solid references racing clockwise and is suitably well-positioned to give this a good go. Place chance
  43. LOUISIANE LEMAN – Quality element that ran good 2nd of 11 in a 2825m Cordemais Class E late last month. Is clearly close to her race and winning this is well within her capacity
  44. LOULIANA DE VANDEL – Last of 4, on return to competition, in a 2875m Enghien Class D last week. Will have progressed for the run and has every chance of making her Argentan debut a victorious one
  45. LYRIDE ORLOVE – Reverts to racing clockwise after finishing last of 12 in a 2700m Vincennes Class D 2.5 weeks ago. Reunited with Benjamin Rochard who brought her close at Vincennes and can give LOULIANA DE VANDEL (5) something to think about
  46. LORELEI DE REUX – Has not been seen out since comfortably winning a 2175m Vincennes Class E late-November. Shod for comeback and best to hold off
  47. LA MITIDJA – Complicated but capable filly starting for first time since running 4th of 14 in a 2550m Bordeaux Class D on 27 December. Competitively-shod for first time and, with application, can play a small role
  48. LEGENDE DU BOULAY – Unseen since finishing 8th of 9 behind LADY POP (2) in a 2100m Vincennes Class E on 19 November. Poorly-situated on 2nd line and would be preferred at a lower level
  49. LADY FLO DE MAX – Honest sort that ran a valiant 5th of 12 in a 2150m Cagnes Class D late last month. Is confirmed over longer here but stays shod and the draw only compounds matters
  50. LUGACHA – 7th of 13, after a poor trip, in a 2450m Caen Class E last week. Has 2 runs in her since the break and, with her mind on the game, will not be far off the mark
    Summary: Even though her comeback result was flattering at best, LOULIANA DE VANDEL (5) will be race-fit by now, benefits from a golden entry, and Gabi Gelormini will be eager to capitalise. LYRIDE ORLOVE (6) is back in a more suitable category and races without hind shoes for the first time. LOUISIANE LEMAN (4) has taken her game to a new level this year and Eric Raffin will have no complaints about the draw, and neither will Pierre-Yves Verva whose LEXOVIENNE (3) will be no soft touch if disciplined.
    SELECTIONS
    LOULIANA DE VANDEL (5) – LYRIDE ORLOVE (6) – LOUISIANE LEMAN (4) – LEXOVIENNE (3)
    C5 – PRIX DU CHATEAU DES DUCS D’ALENCON – 2875m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  51. LOUSTIC DELAURIERE – Out of the picture since winning a brace last September, most recently sanctioned early in a 2625m Agen Class E on 3 March, and others preferred
  52. LAZAN DE PASSIEU – Well-beaten 5th of 12, on first start since his break, in a 2875m Enghien Class D 12 days ago. Will have progressed for the run and although unlikely to get his nose in front, can nevertheless make first 5
  53. LOVEBIRD – 2nd of 14 in a 2700m Vincennes Class E 3 weeks ago. Is consistently in the thick of things and is not about to change his ways
  54. LOOK PEJI – 7th of 16, a place behind LUCIFER DU PONT (8), in a 2450m Caen Class D on 3 March. Will have come on for the race but others still easier to back
  55. L’ARTISTE ZEN – 6th of 11 in a 2100m Vincennes Class D on 7 February. Eric Raffin reining this time and can assure his charge a competitive drive
  56. L’ARTISTE MIL – In the frame in 2 of last 3, most recently 2nd of 10 in a 2175m Vincennes monté Class C on 8 February, but would be preferred with pads fitted
  57. LIMA MARY – Back under harness after being sanctioned in a 2175m Vincennes Class C early last month. Shocks on though and not a concern
  58. LUCIFER DU PONT – 6th of 12 finishers in a 2450m Caen Class D on 3 March. Has been climbing the category-ladder in good order and with hind shoes off this time looks main threat to LEMON FLEURY (11)
  59. LOOK AT ME LULU – Complicated filly making first start since being sanctioned in a 2850m Laval Class A mid-November. Has merit but is unlikely to garner much support this time around
  60. LUGANO – 7th of 10 finishers, a place behind LEMON FLEURY (11), in a 2700m Vincennes Class D on 16 February. Is significantly better than that though and must not be underestimated. Place chance
  61. LEMON FLEURY – Ran 6th of 10 finishers in a 2700m Vincennes Class D on 16 February despite losing significant ground early, but can wrap this up if his driver gets him off on the right foot
  62. LOUIS QUATORZE – Talented sort but not at his ease when last of 10 finishers behind LEMON FLEURY (11) in a 2700m Vincennes Class D on 16 February. Has previously won racing clockwise and must be taken seriously
  63. LITTLE KING – 9th of 10 finishers behind LEMON FLEURY (11) in a 2700m Vincennes Class D on 16 February and has no possible chance
  64. LANNISTER D’AVRIL – Unraced since finishing 12th of 13 in a 2700m Vincennes Class C on 18 December. Races barefoot for first time but may need the run
  65. LA LAGOSTERIA – Last of 3 finishers in a 2175m Vincennes Class C on 7 February. Only 60 Euros from elimination, goes first-time barefoot, and will be worth monitoring
    Summary: Difficult to knock when focused, LEMON FLEURY (11) would have finished closer at Vincennes last month had he stayed in stride, but otherwise excels with his driver and on good behaviour should have this in the bag. Yoann Lebourgeois will still be keeping an eye on the in-form LUCIFER DU PONT (8) who is competitively shod this time, and the talented LUGANO (10) who has never before been barefoot when racing right-handed. LOVEBIRD (3) is plainly close to his race and is shod as he was at Vincennes late last month.
    SELECTIONS
    LEMON FLEURY (11) – LUCIFER DU PONT (8) – LUGANO (10) – LOVEBIRD (3)
    C6 – PRIX DU CHATEAU DU HARAS NATIONAL DU PIN – 2875m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 24,000
  66. KADENCE DU RENARD – Unraced since being sanctioned in a 3150m Saint-Brieuc Class F early-December and will have nothing to contribute
  67. KRONOS DES LANDES – 7th of 14 in a 2750m Class G at La Capelle on 9 March. Regressive profile and others easier to back
  68. KADEOS SI – 6th of 10 finishers in a 2750m Class G at La Capelle 10 days ago. Has done nothing noteworthy this winter and can expect to have few friends
  69. KSAR DU RIEU – Capricious sort making first appearance since finishing 10th of 13 in a 2750m Cabourg Class E last July. Hind shoes off but is unlikely to cause an upset
  70. KEOPS DE JUMILLY – Has acquitted himself well all winter, most recently 2nd of 14 in a 2575m Saint-Brieuc Class F on 16 February. Has a lot going for him here and the front-row start will only work in his favour. Chance
  71. KAMARO – Out of the picture in all 5 starts this year, latterly sanctioned in a 3000m Nantes Class E on 22 February. Is confirmed here but still not easy to recommend
  72. KILLY D’IRATY – 6th of 9 finishers in a 2850m Loudeac Class F on Sunday and backs up with limited aspiration
  73. KING LUCKY – Ran 12th of 13, on return to competition, in a 2700m Vire Class F earlier this month. Remains shod and cannot be considered a player
  74. KOKA RIGHT – Never pushed on comeback when last of 13 in a 2450m Caen Class E 9 days ago. Sports 4 pads for the first time and although not a priority, can still get in on the action
  75. KING TURGOT – Starts for first time since faulting in a 2100m Vincennes Class E early-November and with shoes on will have nothing to offer
  76. KILOU – 4th of 16 behind KLASSIC DREAM (14), on re-entry, in a 2200m Caen Class E on 3 March. Will have progressed for the run, is confirmed at the venue, and warrants considerable respect
  77. KLASSIKA DIDALO – Has not been seen out since running 7th of 16 in a 2850m Vincennes Class D last October and is going to need the run
  78. KATOUCHKA – 7th of 12 on comeback in a 2200m Caen Class E a fortnight ago. Will have come on for the run, gets a leading pilot for the occasion, and must be afforded respect
  79. KLASSIC DREAM – Put a trio of sanctions behind him to run 2nd of 16 in a 2200m Caen Class E on 3 March and, with application, has every chance of imposing
  80. KALITY LOVE – Took little time getting back in the winners’ circle following the break, dominating a 2550m Reims Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Thrives racing clockwise and can figure prominently on Argentan debut
  81. KRACK DESBOIS – Good 3rd of 16, a place behind KLASSIC DREAM (14), in a 2200m Caen Class E on 3 March. Nicely-engaged close to the limit of earnings and Benjamin Rochard will be loathe to let the opportunity pass him by
    Summary: Complicated he may be but KLASSIC DREAM (14) reassured connections at Caen earlier in the month and will have a claim on the prize provided Yoann Lebourgeois keeps him focused. A place behind him that day, KRACK DESBOIS (16) enjoys a superb entry and even though shod can still fight out the finish. 25m better off and as good racing right-handed as left-, KEOPS DE JUMILLY (5) is barefoot for the occasion and the Eric Raffin-factor cannot be ignored. KATOUCHKA (13) has a race under her belt and, entrusted to Mathieu Mottier for the first time, is unlikely to disappoint.
    SELECTIONS
    KLASSIC DREAM (14) – KRACK DESBOIS (16) – KEOPS DE JUMILLY (5) – KATOUCHKA (13)
    C7 – PRIX DU CHATEAU DU BOURG SAINT LEONARD – 2875m (a2m) – Class E Race – Mounted – EUR € 24,000
  82. JERICOCKO DE FRAD – 5th of 15 in a 2900m Challans Class G 10 days ago. Sanctioned on lone appearance under the saddle and will have few friends
  83. JOUEUSE MAJYC – Has not been seen out since finishing last but one in a 2875m Meslay-du-Maine Class F on 19 December. Shoes on and no threat
  84. JELLINO SPRINT – Sanctioned in a 3250m Saumur Class F on 9 March. Not as sharp as he was as a 4yo but considering the potential, should not be ruled out
  85. KERGRIST – 5th of 10 when preparing for this in a 2900m Challans Class F 10 days ago. Hind shoes off this time and from the front row will be dangerous
  86. JASMIN DE CANCHY – Moderate type returning to the discipline after being sanctioned on comeback in a 2675m harness Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel 10 days ago and has no possible chance
  87. JOKER VANCEEN – Last of 8 finishers in a 2450m Caen Class D on 3 March. Starts in front but has never shown much aptitude for the ridden code and cannot be considered a concern
  88. KRUNCH DE L’ITON – Back under the saddle after making short work of a 2800m Vire harness Class F on 9 February and, if applied, can take advantage of the front-line start and impose
  89. JASPER SPOKEN – Sanctioned on return to competition in a 2900m Challans Class G 10 days ago and is unlikely to make any impact
  90. JAGUAR FAC – Makes first appearance since finishing 11th of 12 in a 2850m Class F last October and, with pads fitted, can be ruled out
  91. KIKOU DE FAY – Reassured at Machecoul before being sanctioned in a 2850m Laval Class F a fortnight ago. Wonderfully-entered on front row but still has more to find
  92. JAMIE LEE WHITE – Switches code after finishing last but one in a 2150m harness Class F here early last month and can be passed over
  93. KENENISA SKILL – Left quite the impression when victorious in a 2175m Vincennes Class E on 1 February. Mathieu Mottier in the irons this time and pulling off the double would be no surprise
  94. JANE QUICK – Ran 3rd under the saddle at Chateaubriant prior to repeating in a 2900m Challans harness Class G 10 days ago. Races unshod-behind for first time and even from back row can get a look-in
  95. KENZO D’EVA – Has done nothing but improve this winter, latterly 3rd of 7 finishers, a place behind JARKA DE BEYLEV (17), in a 2625m Agen-Le Passage Class E on 3 March. Is new to the venue but is still very easy to like
  96. JOAKIM BILOU – Has 3 runs under his belt since the layoff but coming 9th of 16 in a 2675m harness Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel 10 days ago will not cut the mustard, reconfigured or not
  97. JOIE GIBUS – Debuts in the discipline after being sanctioned in a 2700m harness Class F at Le Croise-Laroche on 24 February. Has been reconfigured and with Eric Raffin in the saddle can be assured a competitive ride
  98. JARKA DE BEYLEV – Never far from faulting but received a resounding thumbs-up for coming 2nd of 7 finishers in a 2625m Agen-Le Passage Class E on 3 March and with stride in check can again finish close
  99. JAG DU LIOT – Enjoys a fine entry here but has no ridden references and being sanctioned in a 2800m Vire Class E 2.5 weeks ago does nothing to improve his plight
    Summary: It took changing stables for KENENISA SKILL (12) to lose her maiden tag but she did so with determination early last month and looks thoroughly capable of doubling up. That being said, KRUNCH DE L’ITON (7) returns to the discipline after winning under harness and enjoys a 25m head-start. Also on the first line, KERGRIST (4) will be shod to preference and, with application, will be no shrinking violet. Not once out of the frame in his last 4 starts, KENZO D’EVA (14) should take well to the new profile and can expect to be well-supported.
    SELECTIONS
    KENENISA SKILL (12) – KRUNCH DE L’ITON (7) – KERGRIST (4) – KENZO D’EVA (14)
    C8 – PRIX DE LA REGION NORMANDIE – 2800m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 28,000
  100. JOKER DE CHOISEL – 2nd of 14, on re-entry, in a a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 16 February. Has talent to burn, is confirmed here, and will not go down without a fight
  101. INITIALE LILA – Returns to the harness code after dominating a 2450m Caen monte Class F on 3 March. Has a decent spot on front row and will be competitive for a first-5 payout
  102. MAGGIORE (SWE) – Fast-finishing winner of a 2575m Agen-Le Passage Class E mid-February. Ideally-positioned behind the car and, with Gabi Gelormini back in the bike, can repeat
  103. HARCANGELO D’AMOUR – Has not been seen out since finishing 13th of 15 in a 2850m Laval Class E early-December. Handed an excellent draw but cannot be considered a priority
  104. JAZZ DE PERVENCHE – Back in the professional ranks after trouncing the opposition in a 2875m amateurs Class F at Enghien last Friday. Is new to the venue but with form maintained can again figure prominently
  105. IDEAL DELADOU – Made it 3 straight sanctions after faulting in a 2450m Caen Class D on 3 March. Is plainly in shape though, starts in front, and will not be far off the mark if Alexis Collette can keep him focused
  106. HIBOU D’ERPION – Faithful servant for the most part but has not raced since coming 3rd of 12 in a 2800m Strasbourg Class E last August. Shoes on and best to wait
  107. HILLONA DE NESLE – Returns to the provinces after having run 4th of 14 in a 2100m Vincennes amateurs Class F late-February. Forced to break wide though, has never delivered under harness here, and a minor place prospect at best
  108. JUDY MATIDY – Unseen since running 3rd of 16 in a 2650m Bordeaux Class C on 20 October. Will be race-rusty though and not an obvious choice
  109. HOMERE DES NOUES – Capable trotter making first appearance since running 7th of 14 in a 2625m Paray-le-Monial Class F late-October. On back row and with shoes on will have nothing to contribute
  110. JAVA DAIRPET – 8th of 9 finishers in a 2175m Vincennes monte Class D on 11 February. Here for a change of scenery and poses no danger
  111. INDIC – Unseen since running 3rd of 11 in a 2150m Enghien Class D late-September. Always runs on his merits though and looks a serious proposition
  112. IDEAL DE SASSY – Hardy individual making first start since coming 3rd of 14 in a 2500m Reims Class F last October. Boasts decent Argentan references but still best to hold off
  113. IMPERATOR D’EM – Starts for first time since coming 6th of 16 in a 2800m Vire Class E on 20 November and has nothing going for him here
  114. SIDNEY CELEBER – Sports 4 pads for first time after being sanctioned in a 2200m Caen Class D 9 days ago. Eric Raffin maintains faith though and can play a leading role if he successfully navigates the start
  115. IKYTA DE LA VALLEE – Tricky mare making first appearance since being sanctioned in a 2150m Enghien Class D late-September. Shoes on and is not about to influence the outcome
    Summary: It took numerous runs and 15 months since leaving Scandinavia before MAGGIORE (SWE) (3) opened her French account, but was so impressive at Agen that she could well confirm. At Cherbourg last month though, JOKER DE CHOISEL (1) looked like the horse he was last spring and even though starting on the rail, still looks the main threat. A reconfigured SIDNEY CELEBER (15) has been handed a tough draw but is significantly better than his formcard would suggest and Eric Raffin will be keen to set the record straight. Also on the back row, INDIC (12) has not been seen out since September but is plainly in race-mode and will be competitive for the win.
    SELECTIONS
    MAGGIORE (SWE) (3) – JOKER DE CHOISEL (1) – SIDNEY CELEBER (15) – INDIC (12)
    R3 MARSEILLE-BORELY [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE CARQUEIRANNE – 1000m (a5f) – TURF – Newcomers Race – Flat – EUR € 23,000

  1. GO MAN – Colt by Goken, the dam won one race over 2200m. One to watch on debut as he will likely need further in time. Any market interest should be noted
  2. THE BLACK STONE – Colt by Yafa, the dam won over 1600m. From a shrewd trainer who can ready one to strike on debut. Watch the betting exchanges
  3. WHITE NIGHT – Filly by Night Of Thunder, the dam won over 1200m and was Listed placed. Nice profile and a bold run can be expected
  4. CLEA CHOPE – Filly by Muaarar, the dam was placed a few times. Likely to improve for this debut run. The betting can guide
  5. ROSE PRAIRIE – Newcomer by City Light, the dam was placed several times. Likely to improve for this debut run and is best watched in the betting market for clues
  6. ASTREA – Filly by Fas, the dam was placed over 1400m. Watch the betting market for any support
  7. CROQUEMADAME – Filly by Gutaifan, the dam ran twice over middle distances. Stable runners tend to need a run or two for experience. Watch the betting patterns
  8. TEMADIVA – Filly by Toronado, the dam won 3 races including a Listed and a Group 3 over 1400m. One to keep safe and a leading role can be expected
  9. WANA CHOPE – Filly by Gutaifan, the dam won 2 races over 1200m. Bred for speed and is one to pay attention to in the betting exchanges
  10. REMENBER CHOPE – Unraced by Muhaarar, the dam ran once. Speedily bred she will know what is expected on her debut. The betting can guide
    Summary: REMENBER CHOPE (10) looks speedily bred and can be expected to make a bold show on her debut. THE BLACK STONE (2) is from a good stable and will be well-prepared for his debut run. He could be the main threat. WHITE NIGHT (3) looks the part on paper and her trainer is good with newcomers. She will know what is required. TEMADIVA (8) might need further in time judged on her pedigree, although her dam was a useful winner in Pattern race class.
    SELECTIONS
    REMENBER CHOPE (10) – THE BLACK STONE (2) – WHITE NIGHT (3) – TEMADIVA (8)
    C2 – PRIX PIERRE MAUREL – 1700m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 22,000
  11. REACH THE SKY – He won on his debut over 1800m at Lyon La Soie in a maiden race on February 7th. He will improve and could be dangerous
  12. DYNAMITIC – Two nice runs so far, he won on debut over 1500m in November and then was 2nd over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on December 7th in a Class 2 race. Capable of making his presence felt
  13. ZARAKCHIC – Got off the mark on his second start over 2000m at Salon Provence on November 28th. Drops in trip but can feature
  14. DIOPTASE – 5th last time out, he won before that over 1500m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on debut in a conditions race on January 13th. One to pay attention too
  15. STEF LE MAGNIFIQUE – Good 2nd in a Class 1 race last time out over 2150m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on January 27th. He should be fine with the drop in trip
  16. SILGREYPIT – Fair 2nd over 1600m in a Class 2 race on her latest start on Seotember 18th at Toulouse. In the mix
  17. MARMARA – Won on her second start over 1600m at Pau in a maiden race on January 2nd. Others rate higher
    Summary: STEF LE MAGNIFIQUE (5) could be the answer to this competitive Class 2 race. He was a pleasing second in a Class 1 race on his latest start in late January and should not be inconvenienced by the drop back in trip. ZARAKCHIC (3) won nicely in a maiden at Salon Provence on his last start in November and is promising. DIOPTASE (4) has also done nothing wrong in two runs and should like the step up to 1700m. DYNAMITIC (2) looks best of the remainder.
    SELECTIONS
    STEF LE MAGNIFIQUE (5) – ZARAKCHIC (3) – DIOPTASE (4) – DYNAMITIC (2)
    C3 – PRIX DE LA BOSQUE – 2600m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000
  18. HASTA LA VISTA – Honest performer, 3rd on his last start over 2400m in a Class 3 handicap on February 10th and a win before that over 2400m at Salon Provence in late November. Key chance
  19. BACK TO BLACK – Two decent-placed runs of late, 3rd on the most recent over 2000m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on February 17th in a Class 2 handicap. Player
  20. VILLAGE ANGLAIS – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 2150m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 3 handicap on January 20th. Others make more sense
  21. BLACK SAXON – 7th last time out, he won before that over 2400m at Vichy on August 15th in a Class 3 race. Others seem more likely
  22. INTERSTELLA – Recent 4th over 2400m at Lyon La Soie in a Class 3 handicap on March 2nd. One to keep safe
  23. MOZART DES BRIERES – Fair 4th over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 race on March 13th when last seen. Can be competitive
  24. BELLE DE SABA – Four unplaced runs of late, the latter when 9th over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on March 6th in a Class 3 handicap. Needs to get back on track
  25. ASPEN – Four unplaced runs since he won over 2400m at Toulouse on November 11th in a Class 3 handicap. Needs a few to falter
  26. KADIYAC – Placed on all three runs this year, 3rd on the latest over 2000m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 3 handicap on February 19th. Ought to be in the shake-up
  27. MARKER – Creditable 4th two runs back over 2400m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 3 handicap on February 10th. Each way claims
    Summary: HASTA LA VISTA (1) has been in top form recently with four wins in 2024 and a good third on his latest start in a competitive handicap in February at Cagnes-Sur-Mer. He is preferred over BACK TO BLACK (2) who has been placed on his last two starts, the latter over 2000m in a Class 2 handicap when third in mid-February. INTERSTELLA (5) ran well when fourth recently and has each-way claims. MOZART DES BRIERES (6) is also worth considering for a place.
    SELECTIONS
    HASTA LA VISTA (1) – BACK TO BLACK (2) – INTERSTELLA (5) – MOZART DES BRIERES (6)
    C4 – PRIX DE FONT ROUSSE – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 21,000
  28. GLYCINE DOREE – Unplaced on her only run over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on March 8th. Needs vast progress to be involved
  29. SAHARIENNE – 9th on her one run so far over 1400m at Le Lion D’Angers on June 9th in a maiden race. Unlikely to feature
  30. THORGALLE – Ran well to be 3rd over 2150m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a maiden race on February 25th on her last start. Hard to ignore
  31. ALMAROMY – Placed on her last three runs, 4th on the latter over 1500m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a maiden race on February 22nd. One to consider
  32. FEVE – Shaped well to be 6th at Toulouse over 1600m on her debut on March 3rd. She will be sharper for that run and has a leading chance
  33. STORM STAR – Newcomer by Storm The Stars, the dam won 2 races. Watch the betting market for any support
  34. ARTMAGIC – Unraced by Zarak, the dam won one race on her only start. From a good stable who will have this filly well prepared. Watch the betting patterns
  35. FLEUR DE LIS – Unraced by Hello Youmzain, the dam was placed twice. She has a nice profile and can be expected to figure on debut. The betting can guide
  36. DREAM IN BROOKE – Filly by Yafta, the dam won 2 races over middle distances. Likely to need this run for experience and is best watched on her debut
  37. ALMERIA – Unraced by Almanzor, the dam won two races. Stable runners warrant respect on debut and any market moves should be noted
    Summary: FEVE (5) ran a nice race on her debut at Toulouse earlier this month and she will be a lot more streetwise after that experience. She can improve and gets the vote ahead of THORGALLE (3) who shaped well to be third at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in late February on her last start. ARTMAGIC (7) looks good on paper and this daughter of Zarak should be monitored in the betting market for any support. FLEUR DE LIS (8) is also making her debut and could be anything.
    SELECTIONS
    FEVE (5) – THORGALLE (3) – ARTMAGIC (7) – FLEUR DE LIS (8)
    C5 – PRIX DE L’ESTAQUE – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 21,000
  38. ATAMAK – Runner up over 2150m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a maiden on the 25th of February 2025. Should go very close
  39. BLACK BOSS – Finished 2nd on debut over 1900m at Nimes in a maiden on the 15th of February 2025. Winning claims
  40. MIGUELITO – No show in 7th over 2150m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a maiden on the 25th of February 2025. Would be a shock winner
  41. THE PLOT – Finished a clear 6th behind a reopposing sort over 2150m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a maiden on the 25th of February 2025. Held on form
  42. ADHEROS – No type of run on debut in 9th over 2000m at Salon-De-Provence in a maiden on the 28th of November 2024. Needs to show more
  43. MEPHISTO – Dam won once over 1900m. He hails from a yard that are more that capable of getting them ready first time out. Trainer currently leads the trainers rankings
  44. LIBERTY WAY – Dam was unraced and this colt doesn’t make much appeal on paper. Third string from the yard
  45. MARCHEMALO – Dam won three times from 1800m – 2100m which included a win in Group 3 company. Trainer is operating at a 13% win strike rate
  46. MASINDHAL – Dam raced once without showing anything. This son of Taj Mahal could likely be in need of the experience first time. Appears to be second elect from the yard
  47. HIDDEN ASSETS – Dam was unraced but this son of Mondialiste could be ready to produce a positive effort on debut. Yard can ready them up on debut
  48. MOON SEA – Dam was unraced but there is plenty of stamina in his pedigree and he could certainly enjoy a lot further than this in time to come. Trainer has produced 7 winners this year
    Summary: ATAMAK (1) showed very good improvement last time out and with him learning on the job, he could produce a big effort which should see him in the firing line. BLACK BOSS (2) ran a super race on debut having just found one too good and with natural improvement, he will have a say in the outcome. HIDDEN ASSETS (10) represents a trainer that is flying this year with a 22% winning strike rate and he could know the business first up. MOON SEA (11) makes appeal on pedigree and could be in the shake up if not too green on debut.
    SELECTIONS
    ATAMAK (1) – BLACK BOSS (2) – HIDDEN ASSETS (10) – MOON SEA (11)
    C6 – PRIX DE LA BUISSONNE – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Class 4 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000
  49. RECONNECT – Not seen to best effect in 9th over 1400m at Toulouse in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 24th of February 2025. On an attractive mark to challenge
  50. FALBALA – Finished a clear 5th over track/trip in a Class 4 handicap on the 17th of February 2025. Could earn a cheque
  51. WASACHOP – Weak effort in 9th behind reopposing sorts over track/trip in a Class 4 handicap on the 17th of February 2025. Hard to recommend
  52. MAFALDA STORY – Close up in 3rd over 1600m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 19th of February 2025. Should go well
  53. IDAHO JAMES – Comfortably beaten in 8th over track/trip in a Class 4 handicap on the 17th of February 2025. Others make more appeal
  54. HY DREAM – No show in 10th over 1100m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 1st of March 2025. Better than current form
  55. RISKI CHOPE – Finished 8th over 1100m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 1st of March 2025. Can get involved on best form
  56. KENZYDANCER – No type of showing in 13th over track/trip in a Class 4 handicap on the 17th of February 2025. Faces an uphill task
  57. GO JOHNNY GO GO GO – Finished a clear 8th over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 9th of March 2024. Will struggle here
  58. I DARE – Dismal showing over track/trip in a Class 4 handicap on the 17th of February 2025. Would be a surprise winner
  59. EXPLORAR – Finished 7th over track/trip in a Class 4 handicap on the 17th of February 2025. Improvement needed to feature
  60. HAARICIA – Finished 7th over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 13th of March 2025. Runs well over track/trip
  61. NIGHT OF THE OPERA – Finished 6th over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 13th of March 2025. Others preferred
    Summary: RECONNECT (1) hasn’t fired up against stronger and with her easing in grade, that should see her return to form. She continues to drop in the ratings and is 5 points lower than her last winning mark. HAARICIA (12) produced two cracking efforts over track/trip in her previous outings and if able to reproduce that form in this event, she will be a big player. MAFALDA STORY (4) has the right form at this level and should be a factor in the outcome. HY DREAM (6) hasn’t been producing anything useful of late but with her rating dropping, she could pop up.
    SELECTIONS
    RECONNECT (1) – HAARICIA (12) – MAFALDA STORY (4) – HY DREAM (6)
    C7 – PRIX DU MASSIF DE L’ETOILE – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,000
  62. ECHAPPEES BELLES – No type of run in 12th over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 8th of March 2025. Would be a shock winner
  63. RED COUNTESS – Finished 3rd over 1800m at Marseille Borely in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 17th of February 2025. Big runner
  64. MAGNETIQUE – Finished 6th over 2400m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 25th of February 2025. Each way chance
  65. RABBAH – Finished 5th over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 8th of March 2025. Minor money chance
  66. MAKENO – Well held in 3rd over track/trip in a Class 4 claimer on the 17th of February 2025. Can get involved
  67. MOUTRAKI – Poor performance in 9th over 2600m at Marseille Borely in a Class 4 handicap on the 17th of February 2025. Others make more appeal
  68. SILVER SCHNOK – Held in 6th over track/trip in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 6th of February 2025. Upset type
  69. NEVER LEAVE – Finished 3rd over 1850m at Hyeres in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 1st of March 2025. Place chance
  70. TERRE SACREE – Not seen to best effect in 9th over 1900m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 5th of March 2025. Erratic but capable
  71. CROCUS BORGET – Runner up over 2000m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 23rd of February 2025. Place chance
    Summary: RED COUNTESS (2) is holding steady form and continues to threaten for that next victory which appears to be around the corner. MAKENO (5) was a winner two starts back here and despite finishing a comfortable 3rd last time out, he could certainly return to winning ways. CROCUS BORGET (10) has been a fairly consistent performer for connections but winning does come at a premium for him and he looks set to earn a minor position. TERRE SACREE (9) has produced some solid efforts but hasn’t been the most reliable sort. On best form, she could threaten.
    SELECTIONS
    RED COUNTESS (2) – MAKENO (5) – CROCUS BORGET (10) – TERRE SACREE (9)
    C8 – PRIX MARCEL BARRAUD – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 18,000
  72. MUELHEIMER PERLE – Runner up over 2000m at Toulouse in a Class 3 handicap on the 3rd of March 2025. Big runner
  73. GIRAFFE – Average effort in 7th over 2400m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 2 divided handicap on the 25th of February 2025. Upset potential
  74. SOKNA – Finished a clear 6th over 1600m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 1st of March 2025. Hard to recommend
  75. RIO D’OCTOBRE – Poor showing in 15th over 2000m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 2 divided handicap on the 15th of January 2025. Needs to show improvement
  76. OLAF THE BIG ONE – Not seen in the best light in 14th over 2000m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 19th of February 2025. Erratic but capable
  77. KAPETANIOS – Finished 7th over track/trip in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 6th of February 2025. Work cut out to feature
  78. LIVING NELSON – Finished a fair 6th over 2150m at Lyon La Soie in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 2nd of March 2025. Should go close
  79. BEN DE DIANE – Not seen to best effect in 12th over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 3 handicap on the 8th of March 2025. Should be more competitive here
  80. LIGHTS COME ON – Beaten into 9th over 2400m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 25th of February 2025. Easy to look elsewhere
  81. BLUFF – Runner up over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 8th of March 2025. Include in the play
    Summary: MUELHEIMER PERLE (1) produced a solid finish against slightly stronger last time out and looks to be well teed up now that she drops in company. She has a strong winning chance. LIVING NELSON (7) has been holding very solid form since the back end of last year and looks to have winning potential here. BEN DE DIANE (8) would have been in desperate need of his latest outing having returned off a long rest and should strip much fitter for this which should see him in the mix. BLUFF (10) has finished second best at his last two and will be challenging at the business end of proceedings.
    SELECTIONS
    MUELHEIMER PERLE (1) – LIVING NELSON (7) – BEN DE DIANE (8) – BLUFF (10)
    R4 TOULOUSE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LA COTE PAVEE – 3900m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 26,000

  1. KLOVIS BLEUE – Yet to win a race and he dislodged his jockey last time out in a Conditions hurdle at this track over 3500m on 24 February. Capable of making the frame
  2. LA SEULE FACON – Has some fair form of late and finished 5th last time out in a Conditions hurdle at this track over 3500m on 1 December. Has a place chance in this line-up
  3. DEMON VERT – Did not show his best when 7th in claiming chase at Pau over 3700m on 29 December. Does better in hurdle races and can
  4. FLAMING GLASS – Has won 6 times on the flat but was only 7th last time out in a Conditions hurdle at this track over 3500m on 24 February. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  5. ROSE ROUGE – Produced a good debut when runner-up in a Conditions hurdle at this track over 3500m on 24 February. Can go one better this longer distance
  6. KIWIDOR – Has not shown much so far and finished 6th last time out in a Conditions hurdle at this course over 3500m on 24 February. Needs to do more to win
  7. OPLONTIS – Has not shown much so far and was 6th in a Conditions flat race at Lignières over 3200m on 1 March. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
  8. BEAUBOURG – Showed good improvement when third in his second start, in a Conditions hurdle at Lyon-Parilly over 3400m on 19 November 2023. Returns from a lengthy break but is not out of it
  9. KOCOTTE MAG – A runner-up in two of her three starts so far, including last time out in a Conditions chase at Dax over 3500m on 8 October 2023. Returns from a break but has a winning chance
  10. TERRE DE GANE – Kept to the flat so far for three starts and was 7th in a Conditions flat race at Lignieres over 3200m on 1 March. Fitter now and can be a threat
    Summary: KOCOTTE MAG (9) sets the standard for the race. She is returning from a lengthy break but can score if fit. ROSE ROUGE (5) only found one better on debut. That was at this course and she should be right there at the finish. DEMON VERT (3) has been unlucky not to win a race yet and will like it back in a hurdle race. KLOVIS BLEUE (1) dropped his jockey last time out but could be a threat if smart.
    SELECTIONS
    KOCOTTE MAG (9) – ROSE ROUGE (5) – DEMON VERT (3) – KLOVIS BLEUE (1)
    C2 – PRIX FEU CROISE – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 23,000
  11. MISTER FLOW AA – Very unreliable so far and was 7th last time out in a Conditions flat race at Mont-de-Marsan over 2250m on 21 February. Was a faller in his only chase and others are preferred
  12. KASTLE DE LAGARDE AA – Hard to trust but did show improvement when 5th in a Conditions Cross-country over 4200m on 2 March. Capable of earning some minor money
  13. LOKI DE LA BRUNIE AA – Has yet to show much and was a faller last time out in a Conditions hurdle at Dax over 3500m on 29 September. Capable of improvement and could make the frame
  14. NAXOS AA – Both his wins have been on the flat but is in good form and was runner-up last time out in a Conditions hurdle at Pau over 3500m on 31 January. Tries a chase but can go one better
  15. FOREST DU PECOS AA – Showed what he is capable of with a Conditins hurdle win at Pau over 3500m on 31 January. Tries a chase and can follow up if in the same mood
  16. SHIVA DE CANDALE AA – Showed improvement when third in a Conditions chase at Mont-de-Marsan over 4450m on 2 March. Can contest the finish
  17. SHERKARA AA – A four-year-old filly by Shrek out of Sunsha who is making her debut. Her dam did not win a race. Watch the betting
  18. LIZONNE AA – Finished 6th in a Conditions flat race at Mont-de Marsan over 2250m on 21 February. Has won a hurdle race and could be a threat trying the larger obstacles
    Summary: NAXOS AA (4) is in good form and can go one better trying the larger obstacles this time around. FOREST DU PECOS AA (5) showed improvement and was a good winner last time out at Pau. He should be a big threat trying a chase. SHIVA DE CANDALE AA (6) showed improvement and has chase experience so can be very competitive. LOKI DE LA BRUNIE AA (3) was a faller last time out but still has scope for improvement and can make the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    NAXOS AA (4) – FOREST DU PECOS AA (5) – SHIVA DE CANDALE AA (6) – LOKI DE LA BRUNIE AA (3)
    C3 – PRIX D’ESSAI – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Newcomers Race – Flat – EUR € 21,000
  19. WAKIF – A three-year-old colt by Nathaniel out of Bella Qatara who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  20. FORUM DES HALLES – A three-year-old colt by Van Beethoven out of Fair West who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  21. FLYING FREE – A three-year-old colt by Teofilo out of Baki who is making his debut. Full brother to Birr Castle. Has a winning chance
  22. GROOMER – A three-year-old gelding by Threat out of Guineas who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  23. HOBART – A three-year-old colt by Le Brivido out of Horpensa who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  24. ATTACK’OR – A three-year-old gelding by Counterattack out of Pakdasht whos is making his debut. Watch the betting
  25. TORPILLON – A three-year-old gelding by Elvstroem out of Nova Scotia who si making his debut. Watch the betting
  26. INDIAN STREAK – A three-year-old gelding by Hot Streak out of Indian Cat who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  27. HENSHAW – A three-year-old gelding by Earnshaw out of Park Acclaim who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  28. LA CAINE – A three-year-old filly by Sea The Moon out of La Cochère who is making her debut. Watch the betting
  29. LIVRY – A three-year-old filly by Le Havre out of Lidana who is making her debut. Well bred and could be ready to score
  30. RABBIT’S FOOT – A three-year-old filly by Golden Horde out of Harem Mistress who is making her debut. Full sister to Zarakem and can score on debut
  31. IVA – A three-year-old filly by Ivawood out of Elsadar who is making her debut. Watch the betting
    Summary: A field of newcomers. LIVRY (11) is a full siter to Mont Ormel and gets the vote to win on debut. Trainer Francois Rohaut has a decent hand with his well bred runners RABBIT’S FOOT (12) and FLYING FREE (3) and both deserve the utmost respect. WAKIF (1) is a son of Nathaniel and he would also not be a surprise winner. The betting will tell a story as well.
    SELECTIONS
    LIVRY (11) – RABBIT’S FOOT (12) – FLYING FREE (3) – WAKIF (1)
    C4 – PRIX TORRESTRELLA – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 1 Race – Flat – EUR € 30,000
  32. TIPINSO – A winner of his last three starts, with the latest being in a Conditions race over this track and trip on 11 November. Returns from a break and can add another win to his tally
  33. EGGLESTON – Finished 6th last out in a Conditions race at this track over 2100m on 3 March. Seems to prefer the PSF but could earn some money
  34. MERANO – Very consistent so far and was third last time out in a Conditions race at Chantilly over this distance on 27 February. Be right there at the finish once again
  35. ANOTHER ROSE – A winner of both his starts in Spain, with the latest at Mardid over 1500m on 17 November. Could be anything and deserves some respect
  36. GUSTAN – Holding his form and was fourth in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1300m on 8 February. Tries the turf and is not out of it in this line-up
  37. HARICOT – Did all that was asked of him on debut when scoring in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 24 February. Can double up
  38. WANT AND POWER – He has not been disgraced in his two runs in France and finished fourth last time out in a Listed race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1500m on 23 February. Has a winning chance
  39. MY OWN FLAG – Showed some improvement when winning her second start, in a Conditions race at Pau over 2000m on 18 February. Back on the grass this time but is not out of it
  40. THORDIS – Has been consistent of late on the PSF and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Pau over this distance on 18 February. Could earn some minor money
    Summary: TIPINSO (1) has been impressive in his three wins so far and his latest success was over this course and distance. He does return from a break so his fitness needs to be taken on trust but he is the one to beat. HARICOT (6) won over this track and trip on debut and could double up. MY OWN FLAG (8) is back on the grass and could contest the finish. WANT AND POWER (7) has some fair form in France of late and can also get involved with the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    TIPINSO (1) – HARICOT (6) – MY OWN FLAG (8) – WANT AND POWER (7)
    C5 – PRIX DU CENTRE D’ENTRAINEMENT – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000
  41. MOON DREAM – Has struggled of late and was 11th last time out in a handicap at Pau over this distance on 8 January. Others are preferred
  42. CHIEF OF STALL – Has struggled of late and was 6th last time out in a claimer at Mont-de-Marsan over 2000m on 21 February. Others make more appeal
  43. BEL ARISTO – Unreliable but did run well when runner-up in a handicap at Chantilly over 2700m on 27 February. Should be competitive in this line-up
  44. PRINCE OF DAWN – Holding form and was fourth in a handicap at Mont-de Marsan over 2450m on 21 February. Has a place chance
  45. GALACTICO – Unreliable and finished 7th in a Conditions race over this distance on 23 January. Could be the surprise package of the race back on the turf
  46. ROUGE – Returned to form and was runner-up last time out in a handicap at Mont-de-Marsan over 2450m on 21 February. Can go one better
  47. PLATEADO – Has really struggled of late and finished tenth last time out in a handicap at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1900m on 5 March. Needs major improvement to win
  48. ELIOTT CHOP – Likes it back on the grass and was not disgraced when 5th in a handicap at Mont-de-Marsan over 2450m on 21 February. Has a winning chance
  49. VERSION COX – Has improved of late and was victorious last time out in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over this distance on 12 February. Better on the PSF but has a place chance
  50. AVERNES – Has not won for some time now but was not disgraced when 5th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over this distance on 6 March. Can contest the finish
  51. LONG KE WAN – Returned to form and was runner-up in a handicap at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1900m on 5 March. Not out of it
  52. GREAT PROMISE –
  53. MRS ROBINSON – Unreliable and was 9th last time out in a handicap at Pau over this distance on 18 February. Others are preferred
  54. BALGEES TIME – Has been good on the PSF of late and was a winner last time out of a handicap at Chantilly over 2700m on 27 February. Can follow up if in the same mood
  55. PATZESTEVE – Finished 5th last time out in a claimer at Marseille-Vivaux over 1900m on 5 March. More is needed to beat these rivals
  56. NOTRE HISTOIRE – His last win was in 2023 and he was 7th last time out in a handicap at pau over this distance on 19 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
    Summary: AVERNES (10) ran well over this distance at Saint-Cloud earlier this month and could shine under Maxime Guyon. He can break a long losing run. ELIOTT CHOP (8) likes this track and has a winning chance in a very open handicap. ROUGE (6) bounced back to form with a good run last time out and can be competitive again. BEL ARISTO (3) only found one better at Chantilly and is also not out of it.
    SELECTIONS
    AVERNES (10) – ELIOTT CHOP (8) – ROUGE (6) – BEL ARISTO (3)
    C6 – PRIX DE LA VILLE DE PAU – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000
  57. BATH LAU – Yet to win a race but was not disgraced when 7th in a handicap at Mont-de-Marsan over 2450m on 21 February. Capable of improvement and is not out of it
  58. BREIZH WOOD – Has struggled of late and was 7th in a handicap at Marseille-Borely over 2600m on 27 May. Likely to need this run returning from a break
  59. GAHERIS – On a long losing run and was 6th last time out in a handicap at Mont-de-Marsan over 2450m on 21 February. Not out of it in this line-up
  60. SALLINE DE HORABLE – Returns from a very lengthy break and was 6th last time out in a handicap at Compiegne over 2800m on 2 June 2023. Likely to need this run
  61. PAPA AU RHUM – Yet to win a race and finished 11th last time out in a handicap at Mont-de-Marsan over 2450m on 21 February. Capable of better but others are preferred
  62. NATANSI – Yet to win a race but was not disgraced when 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Agen-Le Passage over 2500m on 23 February. Might play a minor role
  63. ROHIRRIM LASS – Yet to win a race and finished 7th last time out in a handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 2100m on 1 March. Others are preferred
  64. WHITE CARD – Unreliable but did run well when third in a handicap at Mont-de-Marsan over 2450m on 21 February. Has a winning chance in this line-up
  65. EL INGRATO – Very unreliable and and was unplaced last time out in a handicap over 2000m on 18 February. Hard to trust but does win every now and then
  66. DO IT FOR ME – Disappointing recent form and finished 6th in a Conditions race at Pau over 1600m on 24 January. Tries a lot further this time
  67. COCOA – Has won over this course and distance but was only 7th last time out in a handicap at Pau over 2000m on 18 February. Capable of a surprise
  68. ATHELIA – Did not show her best when 6th last time out in a handicap at Pau over this distance on 18 February. Capable of better and is not out of it
  69. PENSE A MOI – Yet to win a race but was not disgraced when 5th in a handicap at Chantilly over 2700m on 27 February. Can be a serious threat back on the turf
  70. GRISGRISES – Has really struggled of late and finished 12th in a handicap at Mont-de-Marsan over 2450m on 21 February. Needs major improvement to win
  71. SCHERWOOD –
  72. TERRITORIO – Unreliable and was unplaced last time out in a handicap at Mont-de-Marsan over 2450m on 21 February. Others make more appeal
    Summary: A very weak race and anything is possible for this. WHITE CARD (8) ran well at Mont-de-Marsan over a similar distance last month. She gets a narrow vote to score. BATH LAU (1) was behind that rival last time out but has scope for improvement and could score. PENSE A MOI (13) returns to the turf and has a winning chance in this line-up. GAHERIS (3) is one of many more that is capable of scoring.
    SELECTIONS
    WHITE CARD (8) – BATH LAU (1) – PENSE A MOI (13) – GAHERIS (3)
    C7 – PRIX DE LA VILLE DE RAMONVILLE – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming – Flat – EUR € 16,000
  73. MIA BELLA – Unreliable and finished 9th last time out in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1500m on 16 February. Capable of a surprise when in the right mood
  74. RAPIDO PRESTO – Returned to form with a handicap win over this course and distance on 24 February. Capable of contesting the finish
  75. EVERWIN – Did not show his best when unplaced in a handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 21 February. Has a good record in this division and has a winning chance
  76. ALMAGUER – Disappointed in first attempt at a handicap when 9th at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1500m on 10 February. Probably needed that run and is capable of a surprise
  77. ZOFFWALTZ – In good shape and was runner-up last time out in a handicap over this track and trip on 24 February. Can be competitive in this line-up
  78. NEVER DIES – On a long losing run but did not run too badly when 5th in a handicap at this track over 1600m on 9 March. Could play a minor role
  79. RAIKU – Finished 7th last time out at madrid over this distance on 17 November. Has been competitive at this level and could play a minor role
  80. COGSWORTH – Finished 6th last time out in this division at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1300m on 19 February. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  81. SANAHAH – Has not shown much so far and finished 7th last time out in a Conditions race at Limoges over 2400m on 30 November. Drops in distance and has been supplemented for the race. Can upset
  82. BAYC – Clearly unreliable and was 11th last time out in a claimer at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1600m on 12 February. Has won in this division before that and has a place chance
    Summary: ALMAGUER (4) flopped in handicap last month but should be a big player dropped to a claimer this time around. RAPIDO PRESTO (2) won well over this course and distance last month and should fight out the finish again. ZOFFWALTZ (5) is going through a purple patch and will challenge for top honours again. EVERWIN (3) is usually very competitive at this level and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    ALMAGUER (4) – RAPIDO PRESTO (2) – ZOFFWALTZ (5) – EVERWIN (3)
    C8 – PRIX DE LA VILLE DE TOURNEFEUILLE – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000
  83. PARAMECIUM – Did not show his best when 7th in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1400m on 3 November. Returns from a break and should do better back on the turf
  84. RUE ERNESTINE – Has improved of late and was a winner last time out in a Conditions race at Pornichet-La Baule over 1700m on 22 December. First time in a handicap but is not out of it
  85. PRECIOSO – Showed some improvement and was third last time out in a Conditions race at Deaville over 1300m on 2 November. Can earn some money trying a handicap
  86. UPPERCUT – A winner of a claimer in his fourth start, at Marseille-Borely over 1200m on 17 Fevruary. Tries a handicap but does have a winning chance
  87. KHELONYX – Not disgraced when 5th in a Conditions race at Marseille-Borely over 1200m on 17 February. Tries a handicap and has a winning chance
  88. MISSION GAMMA – Disappointing form of late and was 6th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1500m on 28 January. Capable of better and could make the frame
  89. MOSTRANDO – Has only been fair in three claimers and was 5th last time out at Deauville over 1500m on 14 December. Tries a handicap and could surprise
  90. COPAN – Never too far behind and finished 5th in a handicap at Pau over 1600m on 18 February. Capable of being competitive in this line-up
  91. PASILLO – Bounced back to form and was third in a claimer at Mont-de Marsan over 1400m on 21 February. Has a winning chance
    Summary: A very competitive lucky last race and none of the nine runners can safely be discarded. KHELONYX (5) tries a handicap for the first time but should like this course and distance. RUE ERNESTINE (2) has improved of late and can double on a good win at Pornichet-La Baule. PARAMECIUM (1) returns from a break but does seem better on the turf so expect an improved performance. MISSION GAMMA (6) is capable of better than what she has been showing of late and is clearly not out of it.
    SELECTIONS – KHELONYX (5) – RUE ERNESTINE (2) – PARAMECIUM (1) – MISSION GAMMA (6)

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