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French Selections Wednesday 4th

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R1 LAVAL [L-H]

C1 – GRAND NATIONAL DU TROT – 2850m (a2m) – – Harness – EUR € 90,000

  1. HOVE PONT VAUTIER – 3rd of 12 finishers in a 2450m Caen Class C on 10 May. Has looked a different horse since starting to race in current configuration and must be taken seriously
  2. IBIZA BELLA – Ran 2nd to JE REVE DU BOIS (9) in Maure edition prior to coming 8th of 11 to him in a 2100m Vincennes Class C on 16 May. Has never disappointed here and can be brought back into the fold
  3. IMPERATOR D’ELA – Far from beaten when sanctioned in 2800m Gr.3 GNT stage at Le Croise-Laroche on 21 May. Is proven in superior company and will be a tough nut to crack if he keeps his action together
  4. JUNE – 3rd in a Vincennes Class C prior to being sanctioned in a 2450m Caen Class C on 10 May. Has better credentials in the other code but is still worth retaining
  5. HABIT DE SOIREE – Denied a run, coming 11th of 16 behind HOLD UP DU SAPTEL (8) in 2800m Gr.3 GNT stage at Le Croise-Laroche on 21 May. Eric Raffin reining this time and from the front line should not be ignored
  6. JINGLE DU PONT – Made up for Caen sanction when 3rd of 14 in a 2850m Vincennes Class B last Friday. Boasts decent Laval credentials and must be considered a priority
  7. HELIOS SI – Ran 5th in GNT edition at Reims but failed to confirm when 8th of 12 finishers behind HOVE PONT VAUTIER (1) in a 2450m Caen Class C on 10 May, and is not about to spring any surprises
  8. HOLD UP DU SAPTEL – Ran good 3rd of 16 in 2800m Gr.3 GNT stage at Le Croise-Laroche on 21 May. Has no Laval references but in present condition has a realistic chance of making first 5
  9. JE REVE DU BOIS – Won GNT edition at Maure before repeating in a 2100m Vincennes Class C on 16 May. Shod as he was at Maure and even though 25m worse off should nevertheless give an honourable account of himself
  10. JABALPUR – Serious trotter but has not been seen out since running 5th of 14 in a 2200m Vincennes Gr.1 in early-March. Shoes fitted and best to wait
  11. JE M’ENVOLE – Starts for first time since coming 3rd of 10 in a 2700m Vincennes monte Gr.2 last November and will have nothing to offer
  12. GALA DE CRENNES – Below-par in last 3, most recently last of 12 in a 2150m Enghien Class B 11 days ago, and is not about to spring any surprises
  13. HARLEY GEMA – Not as sharp as she was last season, latterly sanctioned early in 21 May race of reference. Just front pads fitted this time and even with Benjamin Rochard reining is unlikely to shake things up
  14. HYMNE DU GERS – Last of 8 in a 2850m Vincennes Gr.3 on 23 May. Has bags of class but also has other priorities
  15. J’AIME LE FOOT – 12th of 16 behind HOLD UP DU SAPTEL (8) in 2800m Gr.3 GNT stage at Le Croise-Laroche on 21 May. Shoes on again and can expect to remain friendless
  16. HULYSSE DIGEO – Serious campaigner that has won 3 of last 4, latterly a 2850m Vincennes Class A 3 weeks ago, and despite the 25m handicap, still looks a serious player
    Summary: Even though sanctioned in the latest GNT stage at Le Croise-Laroche a fortnight ago, IMPERATOR D’ELA (3) was clearly going well that day and Anthony Barrier will be determined to put things right. He will be put to the test though by JINGLE DU PONT (6) who steps back up in category after putting on quite the show at Vincennes last week, 2nd line starter HULYSSE DIGEO (16) who has already won 4 times his year, and HOVE PONT VAUTIER (1) who is clearly firing on all cylinders. 3rd in the latest edition, HOLD UP DU SAPTEL (8) is easy to like.
    SELECTIONS
    IMPERATOR D’ELA (3) – JINGLE DU PONT (6) – HULYSSE DIGEO (16) – HOVE PONT VAUTIER (1)
    C2 – PRIX PIERRE SECHE – 2850m (a2m) – Class F Amateur Drivers Race – Harness – EUR € 8,000
  17. HADOL DE FAEL – Last but one in a 2700m Graignes amateurs Class G on 18 May and has nothing to contribute
  18. HIMEROS DU DOLLAR – A write-off all year, latterly 9th of 15 behind HARCANGE (8) in a 2725m Thouars amateurs Class H last week, and can be ruled out
  19. ILEVEN – Returns to the amateur division after finishing 7th of 12 in a 2750m Elbeuf Class F early last month. Is clearly in fine shape but would be preferred barefoot
  20. GASTON DU ROC – Last of 11 behind HARCANGE (8) in a 2850m Maure-de-Bretagne amateurs Class G on 11 May and is not about to create an upset
  21. JAVA DU PLESSIS – Ran 2nd at La Guerche-de-Bretagne before being sanctioned in a 2850m Loudeac Class F in late-April. breaks in front but still not a priority
  22. ISIS DE CALVI – Hard to fault lately, most recently winning a 3000m Neuillé-Pont-Pierre Class H 10 days ago. Pleased on lone start at the venue and is hard to ignore
  23. HOBBY DE L’EVRE – Made up for Chateaubriant blip when 5th of 16 in a 2575m Agen amateurs Class G on Saturday. Starts on front line here and is unlikely to be far off the mark
  24. HARCANGE – 5th of 15 in a 2725m Thouars amateurs Class H last week. Will appreciate the return to a hard surface and will be competitive for the win
  25. GOLDEN DE PAME – Sanctioned in 4 of last 5, most recently a similar event under these conditions on 16 May. Is barefoot for the occasion and can play a part if Marc-André Sebaoun keeps him focused
  26. JACKPOT BOOSTER – Placed in 2 before faulting in a 3000m Neuillé-Pont-Pierre Class H late-April. Could not have wished for a better entry and with application can impose
  27. IDOLE DELICE – Handy mare that ran 2nd of 13 to ISIS DE CALVI (6) in a 3000m Neuillé-Pont-Pierre Class H 10 days ago. Faces stiffer conditions this time though and best to hold off
  28. HEOL LORIETTES – Unplaced in 2 since the break, latterly 12th of 16 in a 2650m Alencon monte Class G on 11 May and, re-shod, will have other ambitions
  29. HYPSO DES CAILLONS – Put some unexceptional runs behind him to win a 2825m Bernay claimer on 19 May but under these conditions will have too much to do
  30. HARLEY DU CHERISAY – Got back in the winners’ circle when successful in a 2800m Rambouillet amateurs Class G last week. Is new to the venue, nicely-entered, and must be afforded respect
  31. FOR ME GEDE – Facile winner of a 2825m Chartres amateurs Class G on 7 May. Would be preferred barefoot but benefits from a golden engagement and will be competitive for a spot on the podium
  32. FIFTY WINNER – 7th of 11 finishers behind HADOL DE FAEL (1) in a 2800m Pontchateau amateurs Class F on 1 May and with shoes on will struggle to make his mark
    Summary: Plainly in fine shape, JACKPOT BOOSTER (10) should not be too hastily-condemned for his late-April sanction and, ideally-engaged, even looks good enough to win this. He will still encounter resistance from HARCANGE (8) who scored last time he ran barefoot, and recent Chartres winner, FOR ME GEDE (15), even though he reverts to a less-performant formula. Runner-up in his only amateur start here, HOBBY DE L’EVRE (7) will be expected o play an active part.
    SELECTIONS
    JACKPOT BOOSTER (10) – HARCANGE (8) – FOR ME GEDE (15) – HOBBY DE L’EVRE (7)
    C3 – PRIX DU PMU “LE BRETAGNE” – 2850m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  33. MAJON – 3rd on debut at Cholet early-May before coming 2nd of 16 in a Class F over track and trip a fortnight later. In better company this time but looks eminently up to the job. Place chance
  34. MA JOLIE CHOSE – Won a Cholet Class F early-May before faulting in a 2950m Le Mans Class E 3 weeks later. Is not devoid of ability but others still easier to trust
  35. MARIO MASCAR – Makes first start since faulting in a 2875m Enghien Class D on 18 March. Ability is not in question though and a place in the frame will be dependent on his mood
  36. MISS IS DU CANET – Reassuring 3rd of 11 in a 2800m Chartres Class E on 7 May. Eric Raffin in the bike again but represents a minor place chance at best
  37. MAGDALENA – Has not been seen out since running 6th of 8 in a 2150m Enghien Class C last October and is going to need the race
  38. MONZA SEMILLY – Returns to the provinces after running 5th of 9 in a 2700m Vincennes Class D 3 weeks ago. Should take well to Laval conditions and is unlikely to disappoint. Chance
  39. MILLIONDOLLARSBABY – Unraced since finishing 7th of 12 in a 2850m Vincennes Class D on 21 March. Has looked ordinary this year and will need to raise his game
  40. MANGO PAULO – Quality element that comfortably won a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 11 May. Enjoys a terrific entry and can repeat
    Summary: MANGO PAULO (8) got off the mark early last month after having done nothing but improve this term, and on his current trajectory looks the horse to beat once more. Alexis Collette will still be keeping a keen eye on MONZA SEMILLY (6) who looks a promising future prospect, and MAJON (1) whose recent course-and-distance 2nd augurs well for his chances. Difficult he may be but MARIO MASCAR (3) has significant potential and, fresh from a spell, must be considered a player.
    SELECTIONS
    MANGO PAULO (8) – MONZA SEMILLY (6) – MAJON (1) – MARIO MASCAR (3)
    C4 – PRIX DU CONSEIL REGIONAL DES PAYS DE LOIRE – 2850m (a2m) – Class F Race – Mounted – EUR € 27,000
  41. JASMINE DE FORGAN – Takes a notable step up in category after finishing 6th of 10 in a 2550m Gournay-en-Bray Class H 10 days ago and can be ruled out
  42. JAZZY FLIGNY – Pleased here, then at Vichy, before faulting in a 2200m Caen Class D a week ago. Has been reconfigured for the occasion but others still preferred
  43. JUSTICE D’EOLE – Lost her action in a 2800m Cholet Class F late-April and others easier to back
  44. JIL – Sanctioned in last 5, most recently a 2450m Caen Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Has evident talent, and races with 4 pads for the first time, but others still easier to trust
  45. JAZZMAN IDEF – Returns to Laval after faulting in a 2800m Rambouillet Class F on 11 May but is by some margin the best horse here and with application should get back to doing what he does best. Claim
  46. GRACE DE MAI – 10th of 15 in a 3500m harness Class F at Savigny-sur-Braye late last month. Has done nothing noteworthy all year and is not about to start now
  47. JAMBIER – Back under the saddle after finishing last of 9 in a 2725m Graignes harness Class E conditioner on 23 May and should be good enough to contest the finish
  48. JUDICIEUX – Disappointing in both harness starts this term, latterly sanctioned in a 2725m Graignes harness Class E on 23 May. Went close in good company last time in the ridden discipline and can make the frame
  49. JUST BIRD – Failed to confirm Cholet success when sanctioned in a 2800m Rambouillet Class F on 11 May, but is reunited with Benjamin Rochard who will be keen to set the record straight.
  50. JADE DE CASTELLE – Honest mare making Laval debut after finishing last of 12 in a 2875m Enghien harness Class D conditioner 11 days ago. Is shod to preference, has form with Eric Raffin, and must be respected
  51. ISBA DU VIVIER – In the frame in last 2, latterly 3rd of 8 in a 2825m Class D at Le Croise-Laroche 2 weeks ago, and makes her first Laval start with a decent hand to play
    Summary: A marvellous campaigner with an enviable strike-rate, JAZZMAN IDEF (5) is unbeaten in 2 starts under these conditions and, barefoot for the occasion, will be expected to keep that record intact. Barring last month’s sanction, JAMBIER (7) has been hard to knock in the ridden code and with shoes off this time is expected to continue his love affair with Paul Ploquin. JUDICIEUX (8) has shown considerable monte promise and will be competitively-shod this time. Winner at Cholet in late-April, JUST BIRD (9) will not be far off the mark as long as she stays in stride.
    SELECTIONS
    JAZZMAN IDEF (5) – JAMBIER (7) – JUDICIEUX (8) – JUST BIRD (9)
    C5 – PRIX BARONS GUY ET JACQUES DE MEYNARD – 2850m (a2m) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 27,000
  52. LATINO PURA VIDA – Unremarkable individual starting for first time since faulting in a 2700m Vincennes Class D last January and has no realistic chance
  53. LOOK PEJI – Showed improvement when 5th of 9 finishers in a 2700m Class D at Le Croise-Laroche 2 weeks ago but will have too much to do this time
  54. LOOK DE VALAILLES – Has not been seen out since running 4th of 11 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class A last November and won’t be everyone’s fancy on the boards
  55. LOVELY JENILOU – Has not been seen out since winning a 2100m Vincennes Class D mid-February. Shoes on and will need the race
  56. LIMA MARY – Returns to the harness code after finishing last of 10 in a 2700m Vincennes monte Class C on 20 May. Has harness references here and, barefoot this time, will generate some interest
  57. LEO DES MALBERAUX – Last of 7 on comeback in a 2700m Vincennes Class C on 20 May. Races barefoot for the first time and could spring a welcome surprise
  58. LEVADIA – Last but one, on return to competition, in a 2150m Vichy Class C on 20 May and can be confidently passed over
  59. L’ATHENIA BELLA – Winner of her last 3, latterly a 2625m Class B at La Rochelle on 20 April. Should appreciate the new profile and the 4-timer is a distinct possibility
  60. LION SUR MER – Missed out on the hat-trick when 3rd of 7 finishers in a 2700m Vincennes Class D in early-April. Has had ample time to freshen up and will be expected to compete for the win
  61. LA DIVA SUPREME – Complicated but capable filly making first start since being sanctioned in a 2175m Vincennes Class A last December and is going to need the run
  62. LA MITIDJA – Sports a new configuration after being sanctioned in a 2700m Vincennes Class C on 16 May. Is plainly in rude health though and on good behaviour will not be far from the action
  63. LALUNA DES FORGES – Imposed in Marseille before running 3rd of 13 in a 2700m Vincennes Class C on 16 May. Has twice imposed when shod and while unlikely to win this, should nevertheless be competitive for a first-5 cheque
  64. LEDZEP – Left a very good impression when close 2nd of 16 on re-entry in a 2100m Vincennes Class D on 13 May. Will have progressed for the run and steps up in category with a lot to offer
  65. LE POETE BOURBON – Sanctioned in a 2150m Vichy Class C a fortnight ago. Has yet to deliver for current trainer but hind shoes off this time and should not be ruled out
    Summary: Reinvigorated in 2025, LION SUR MER (9) may not have been seen out for 2 months but has clearly had this race on his agenda and has yet to disappoint with Eric Raffin reining. They can still expect a strong challenge from L’ATHENIA BELLA (8) who makes her Laval debut barefoot and on a 4-timer, and Philippe Allaire’s LEDZEP (13) whose recent comeback did not go unnoticed. LA MITIDJA (11) showed her form after faulting in Paris mid-May and the new formula may be precisely what’s needed.
    SELECTIONS
    LION SUR MER (9) – L’ATHENIA BELLA (8) – LEDZEP (13) – LA MITIDJA (11)
    C6 – PRIX HARMONIE AMBULANCE – 2850m (a2m) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 31,000
  66. JOLYDOLE – Got straight back in the game after her spell, most recently running 2nd of 12 to JANE CASH (7) in a mares-only Class D over 2875m at Enghien 11 days ago. Excels with Matthieu Abrivard and must not be overlooked
  67. JACKMAN – Faced minimal resistance when landing a 2700m Class D at Vincennes on 23 May. Trainer takes the reins this time, but a repeat of that performance should be enough to see him go back-to-back
  68. JEU COQUIN – Failed to run to his mark when 11th of 13 in a 2100m Vincennes Class C 3 weeks ago but has taken superbly to the Laval profile and can compete for a place in the frame
  69. JOYEUSE ENTREE – Has not been seen out since finishing last of 9 in a 2850m Vincennes monte Gr.1 in early-March and can be confidently ruled out
  70. JOJO TOONS – Tenacious winner in Caen before running 2nd of 10 to JACKMAN (2) in a 2700m Vincennes Class D on 23 May. Has not put a foot wrong all year and can bring the fight to Bazire’s horse
  71. IDEAL DE SASSY – Failed to confirm Caen effort when 8th of 16 in a 2875m Argentan Class F 10 days ago and others preferred
  72. JANE CASH – Patently back at the top of her game, latterly winning a mares-only Class D over 2875m at Enghien 11 days ago. Takes on the boys here but still looks a decent place prospect
  73. JEUNE AMI – Has ample ability but has struggled this year, most recently sanctioned in a 3500m Savigny-sur-Braye Class F last week. Sports front pads this time and is not about to spice things up
  74. JOMA OV – Returns to a previous configuration after running 9th of 16 in a 2875m Argentan Class D 10 days ago. Entrusted to Eric Raffin for the first time and has a reasonable chance of getting a look-in
  75. IRRESISTIBLE PAJ – Easy winner on turf before running 4th of 11 in a 2700m Vincennes Class D mid-May. Patrick Ploquin could not have wished for a better entry and Paul will be eager to take advantage
    Summary: Although not the easiest of horses to handle, JACKMAN (2) put on quite the show in Paris last month and in similar shape should again have the measure of the dependable JOJO TOONS (5) who ran 2nd to him that day. In cracking form this year, JANE CASH (7) is very hard to fault and although unlikely to complete the hat-trick can nevertheless finish close. JEU COQUIN (3) is in his category, has demonstrated a liking for Laval conditions, and will be no easy touch.
    SELECTIONS
    JACKMAN (2) – JOJO TOONS (5) – JANE CASH (7) – JEU COQUIN (3)
    C7 – PRIX HENRI DESMONTILS – 2850m (a2m) – Class C Race – Mounted – EUR € 39,000
  76. JAG MAHCATH – Pulled up in a 2875m Class F at Meslay-du-Maine three weeks ago after a poor start, but now returns in same configuration as when scoring stylishly at Argentan in mid-April. Looks poised to bounce back
  77. HAWAI RIVER – Last of 11 behind JUPITER DE PLAY (3) in a 2700m Vincennes Class D 3 weeks ago. Is useful on a good day but current form does little to inspire confidence
  78. JUPITER DE PLAY – Won 2 on the trot before coming 2nd of 11 in a 2700m Vincennes Class D 3 weeks ago. François Lagadeuc in the saddle this time and could even win this
  79. HIS DREAM DE CAHOT – Last but one behind JUPITER DE PLAY (3) in a 2700m Vincennes Class D 3 weeks ago. Is not short of ability though and it is just a question of time before he comes good again. First 5
  80. JASON GINYU – Switches discipline for first time after finishing 12th of 15 in a 2700m Vincennes harness Gr.3 on 14 May and will be dangerous if form transitions
  81. HELLO JADE RUSH – 9th of 10 in a 2850m Class D at Maure-de-Bretagne late-April and has no possible chance
  82. ELIXIR – Made little impact before being sanctioned in a 2850m Vincennes Class C last week and is not about to buck the trend
  83. GLADIATOR BOY – Made up for his Caen performance when close 2nd of 8 in a 2825m Class D at Le Croise-Laroche 2 weeks ago. Has nothing to prove under these conditions and must be afforded considerable respect
    Summary: The 6 year-olds appear to have a lock on this race with the talented and shod, but occasionally spirited, JAG MAHCATH (1) looking the horse to beat despite having botched his start at Meslay mid-May. That said, JUPITER DE PLAY (3) appears a horse transformed and makes a solid case for the silverware. JASON GINYU (5) may be a newcomer to the discipline, but his record under harness suggests he’s a serious player. GLADIATOR BOY (8) showed his form at Le Croise-Laroche last time and won his only monte start here…in 2020.
    SELECTIONS
    JAG MAHCATH (1) – JUPITER DE PLAY (3) – JASON GINYU (5) – GLADIATOR BOY (8)
    C8 – PRIX V AND B LAVAL – 2850m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 27,000
  84. KOSMOPOLITAINE – Returns to the provinces after coming 9th of 16 behind KISS ME DU RUEL (9) in a 2850m Vincennes Class D on 20 May but appears to be out of sorts and must first reassure
  85. KENDRICK – Failed to confirm Pontchateau result when 10th of 14 behind KASSIDY KID (4) in a 2875m Enghien Class D 11 days ago. Will find conditions more to his liking this time and will be expected to make amends
  86. KOOL GEORGES – Returns to racing barefoot after having come 2nd of 18 to KABIR BEDI (15) in a 2950m Le Mans Class E on 8 May. Eric Raffin in the bike this time and is not to be underestimated
  87. KASSIDY KID – Sprang quite the surprise when 4th of 14 in a 2875m Enghien Class D 11 days ago and a repeat seems most unlikely
  88. KAROLENE D’ETANG – Has evident ability but will need to improve on latest 6th of 16 behind KISS ME DU RUEL (9) in a 2850m Vincennes Class D on 20 May
  89. KOPA D’ARC – Secured his 2nd of the year when comfortably winning a 2700m Vincennes Class E a month back. Is patently at the top of his game and steps marginally up in category with a decent chance of making first 5
  90. KING DE LARRE – Last of 6 finishers in a 2475m Niort class D 2.5 weeks ago. Stays shod and will have few takers
  91. KNOCK OUT – Unraced since coming 2nd of 11 in a 2875m Enghien Class D on 19 April. Has been firing on all cylinders this year and makes his Laval debut with a good hand to play
  92. KISS ME DU RUEL – Pleasant in last 2, latterly 4th of 16 in a 2850m Vincennes Class D on 20 May, but may be taking on too much this time
  93. KITKO DAIRPET – Not as sharp as he was last season, latterly running 6th of 13 in a 2300m Chateaubriant Class D 10 days ago, and with pads fitted is unlikely to shake things up
  94. KIMIKO DU DOUBS – Encouraging 4th at Maure-de-Bretagne but subsequently sanctioned in a 2475m Niort Class D 2.5 weeks ago and chances appear limited once more
  95. KINGSMAN D’EOLE – Quality element but has not been seen out since finishing 6th of 11 in a 2700m Vincennes Class A in January 2024 and is going to need the race
  96. KING DE GINAI – Got back down to business when easily securing a 2875m Meslay-du-Maine Class E on 15 May. Alexandre Abrivard in the bike again and should logically contest the finish
  97. KELYO DU SOLNAN – Just missed out on the double when 2nd of 18 in a 2875m Argentan Class E mid-April. Shoes on this time though and best to keep one’s powder dry
  98. KABIR BEDI – Made it 2 on the trot when making short work of a 2950m Le Mans Class E on 8 May. Keeps on improving and on good behaviour can wrap this up
  99. KING DE L’OUEST – Imposed at Pontchâteau before coming 5th of 6 finishers in a 2475m Niort class D 2.5 weeks ago and considering the entry looks a serious proposition
    Summary: Winner of 2 from 3 this term, KABIR BEDI (15) makes his Laval debut in cracking shape and can pull off the hat-trick if Nicolas Bazire keeps him trotting. There will still be pressure from the likes of KING DE GINAI (13) who comfortably imposed at Meslay-du-Maine mid-May, and the terrifically-engaged KING DE L’OUEST (16) who will be barefoot as he was when victorious at Pontchateau a month earlier. Third that day, KENDRICK (2) was successful on his only appearance here and the new configuration may be just the ticket.
    SELECTIONS
    KABIR BEDI (15) – KING DE GINAI (13) – KING DE L’OUEST (16) – KENDRICK (2)
    R3 DIEPPE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX SAINT DES SAINTS – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 35,000

  1. HIGH THE MOON – Showed promise when runner-up in a Conditions hurdle at this track over 3200m on 1 May. Be right there at the finish
  2. CHASING GREAT – Has struggled so far and was unplaced in both starts, the latest in a Conditions hurdle at Compiègne over 3200m on 26 May. Needs major improvement to win
  3. MATIGNON LEON – A three-year-old colt by Creachadoir out of Aquia who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  4. FUSTIER – Finished 6th on debut in a Conditions hurdle at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 3300m on 5 May. Capable of improvement but others make more appeal
  5. BLANC PAIN – A three-year-old gelding by Moises Has out of Darayya who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  6. REGISTER – A three-year-old gelding by Moises Has out of Red Smart who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  7. OPERA LIGHT – Did all that was asked of him when scoring on debut in a Conditions hurdle at Morlaix over 2600m on 11 May. Can follow up
  8. MACSHADOW DES CRAI – Has run well in both starts on the flat and was fourth in a Conditions race at Vichy over 2400m on 24 May. Can make the frame trying a hurdle race
  9. CARRIERISTE – A three-year-old gelding by Cloth Of Stars out of I Should Care who is making his debut. Watch the betting
    Summary: Debut winner OPERA LIGHT (7) won stylishly at Morlaix last month and is open to any amount of improvement, so it could pay to follow his progress. HIGH THE MOON (1) was 2nd on his introduction behind a talented sort and should improve with that experience to count on. would’ve bthis track on May 1st. Well-bred newcomer CARRIERISTE (9) and MACSHADOW DES CRAI (8) appeal most of the remainder.
    SELECTIONS
    OPERA LIGHT (7) – HIGH THE MOON (1) – CARRIERISTE (9) – MACSHADOW DES CRAI (8)
    C2 – PRIX #RACEANDCARE (PRIX DEMON II) – 3900m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 40,000
  10. FILE AU POTEAU – Remains in good form and was third in a handicap chase at Auteuil over 3500m on 8 May. Big chance in this line-up
  11. PARI BREST – Unreliable and was 6th in a Conditions chase at Pau over 4700m on 9 February. Did win his penultimate start and is not out of it
  12. ROYALOR – Unreliable and finished 9th in a handicap chase at Compiegne over 3800m on 7 May. Might play a minor role
  13. FAN D’APPLE’S – Did not show his best when 13th in a handicap hurdle at Auteuil over this distance on 18 May. Better over hurdles but can contest the finish
  14. FOLLY FOOT – Disappointing form this year and was 7th in a Conditions chase over this track and trip on 1 May. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  15. HISO – A good winner of a handicap chase at Moulins over 3800m on 10 May. Tougher task this time around but could play a minor role
  16. KIROGA – Bounced back to her best with a good win in a handicap chase at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 4200m on 5 May. Can follow up
  17. KEOS – Unreliable and finished 8th in a Conditions chase at Auteuil over 4400m on 18 May. Capable of better and has a winning chance
    Summary: Last-start winner KIROGA (7) is favourably entered and, with Clément Lefebvre engaged to ride, seems good value to follow up. Top-weight FILE AU POTEAU (1) has the form and experience to fight for victory, along with FAN D’APPLE’S (4) who won a Quinté+ over hurdles in late April and reverts to the larger obstacles with legitimate ambitions. KEOS (8) completes the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    KIROGA (7) – FILE AU POTEAU (1) – FAN D’APPLE’S (4) – KEOS (8)
    C3 – PRIX ALCIBIADE – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 35,000
  18. MISS NOE – Only 8th in a conditions hurdle at Auteuil over 3000m on 8 May. Did better on debut and has a winning chance
  19. PATHOGNOMONIQUE – Finished 6th in a conditions hurdle at Compiegne over 3200m on 7 May. Capable of better and can contest the finish
  20. MISS TAHOE – Finished 7th in a conditions hurdle at Compiegne over 3200m on 7 May. Did better on debut and is capable of making the frame
  21. GOLDEN FALLS – Finished 8th in a conditions hurdle at Compiegne over 3200m on 22 April. Capable of improvement and might win some minor money
  22. SO GIRL – Showed some improvement when 5th in a conditions hurdle at Compiegne over 3200m on 14 May. Could sneak some minor money
  23. BLIDA – Finished 5th in a claimer at Auteuil over 3000m on 3 May. Probably needs to find a few lengths to beat these rivals
  24. NIVE – Finished 9th in a conditions hurdle at this track over 3200m on 1 May. Needs to do a lot more to beat these rivals
  25. MUSICA CONTI – A 3-year-old filly by Prince Gibraltar and Djedda Conti who is making her debut. Watch the betting
  26. BALLERINE DU RHEU – A 3-year-old filly by Castle du Berlais out of Gwel du Rheu. Half-sister to a Listed winner and should be ready for her debut
    Summary: MISS NOE (1) was 4th in the coveted Prix Wild Monarch on debut but unable to confirm that promise in her next start. This looks an easier assignment so she is worth another chance against this opposition. PATHOGNOMONIQUE (2) was unlucky not to have achieved a better result in her latest appearance but she’s not hastily condemned either Regally bred BALLERINE DU RHEU (9) could defy her inexperience to play a leading role on debut, with MISS TAHOE (3) likely to prove best of the rest.
    SELECTIONS
    MISS NOE (1) – PATHOGNOMONIQUE (2) – BALLERINE DU RHEU (9) – MISS TAHOE (3)
    C4 – PRIX EQUURES (PRIX SAMOUR) – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Handicap – Steeple Chase – EUR € 46,000
  27. SAISHO – Victorious in a Conditions chase at Compiegne over 3450m on 14 May. Unbeaten this year and can complete the hat-trick
  28. PEPITE BLEUE – In good form and was runner-up in a conditions chase at Dieppe over 3500m on 1 May. In decent form and should contest the finish
  29. ILLAHO – Very consistent of late and finished third in a handicap chase at Auteuil over 3500m on 17 May. In good form and has a winning chance
  30. L’AZIZA DES PLACES – Only modest of late and was 5th in conditions chase at Auteuil over 3500m on 8 May. Unreliable since October and others are preferred this time
  31. AMARNA – In good shape and was runner-up up in a conditions chase at Compiegne over 3450m on 14 May. Can be competitive once again
  32. KASHS – A faller last time out in a Conditions chase at Lyon-Parilly over 3400m on 3 May. In good form before that and has a place chance
  33. ASTORIUS – In good shape and was runner-up in conditions chase at Pau over 3900m on 9 February. Has a place chance in this line-up
  34. LE BON DIEU JAUNE – Not disgraced when runner-up in a conditions chase at Dieppe over 3500m on 30 August. Could need this run returning from a break
  35. KOTKIDINA – Disappointing last run when 7th in a handicap chase at Auteuil over 3500m on 26 April. Victorious in August and likes this track. Go close
  36. MIRAGE DEUX – Has some fair form and was fourth th in a claimer at Auteuil over 3600m on 27 May. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
    Summary: Unbeaten in 2 starts over fences, SAISHO (1) will likely prove very popular in the betting market on her handicap debut. KOTKIDINA (9) is an interesting runner back at the course of her only success, as is PEPITE BLEUE (2) who has found her way over the bigger obstacles. ILLAHO (3) made an excellent reappearance at this level and needn’t improve much to make his presence felt too.
    SELECTIONS
    SAISHO (1) – KOTKIDINA (9) – PEPITE BLEUE (2) – ILLAHO (3)
    C5 – PRIX DE L’AILLY – 3800m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 37,000
  37. NARUTO – Disappointed when unplaced in a conditions hurdle at Auteuil over 3900m on 8 May. Should be fitter and can earn minor money.
  38. LE GRAND JOUR – On a long losing run; 9th in a handicap hurdle at Auteuil over 3900m on 25 June. Returns from a long break but does have a winning chance
  39. CORPS CELESTE – Yet to win; 6th in a handicap hurdle at Auteuil over 3900m on 17 March. Has ability but may need this run after a break.
  40. KARASTIC – Has disappointed this year; unplaced in a handicap hurdle at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat on 5 May. Can contest the finish
  41. KARNAVAL POINT – Unplaced last time out in a handicap chase at Auteuil over 4400m on 17 May. Capable of better and has won at this track. Big chance
  42. POULORIUS – Did not show his best when 6th in a handicap hurdle at Pau over 3800m on 2 January. Better in chases and needs to do more to beat these rivals
  43. BE A NICE GIRL – Unreliable and finished 5th in a handicap hurdle at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 4000m on 7 January. Can play a minor role
  44. IPOP VILLE – Returned from a lengthy break and was fourth in a Conditions chase at Morhaix over 4500m on 25 May. Might earn some minor money
  45. FOX TROT – Finished 6th in a handicap chase at Moulins over 4200m on 14 December. Returns from a break and could need this run
  46. STYLE DE WAY – Finished 6th in a Conditions chase at Nancy over 3700m on 20 May. Can contest the finish in a weaker race this time
  47. MERCIAN DAWN – A five-year-old gelding by Westerner out of Mariah’s Legend who is making his debut. Watch the betting
    Summary: KARNAVAL POINT (5) has an impressive hurdles record and is likely to find his rhythm with with blinkers fitted after an unplaced effort over fences last time. LE GRAND JOUR (2) has been out for a year but he has undeniable means so must be respected on his reappearance. STYLE DE WAY (10) will enjoy reverting to the smaller obstacles after an unsuccessful last start chasing. KARASTIC (4) could surprise at longer odds.
    SELECTIONS
    KARNAVAL POINT (5) – LE GRAND JOUR (2) – STYLE DE WAY (10) – KARASTIC (4)
    C6 – PRIX EMILE OUVRY – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 37,000
  48. FREE SPIRIT – Promising in only start last year; runner-up in a conditions hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m on 24 October. Returns from a break and can go one better
  49. DARLING DE CHAMDOU – Impressive winner on debut in a conditions hurdle over this track and trip on 1 May. Can follow up
  50. SEMPER FORTIS – Yet to show much; 7th in a conditions hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m on 17 May. Capable of improvement, but others are preferred
  51. BIG ZOU – Respectable hurdle debut; 5th in a conditions hurdle at Strasbourg over 3600m on 8 May. Could play a minor role
  52. PRIAM DU MESNIL – Fell on debut in a conditions hurdle at Compiègne over 3600m on 7 May. Best watched for now
  53. CLOS MARGAUX – Returned from a break with a good third in a conditions hurdle over this course and distance on 1 May. Has place chances
  54. EL MARWANI – Four-year-old gelding by Barastraight out of Nasmona; debutant. Watch the betting
  55. CASTELLANO – Four-year-old gelding by Castle du Berlais out of Bélolina; debutant. Watch the betting
  56. GENILLE – Four-year-old gelding by Zanzibari out of Gymnote; debutant. Watch the betting
  57. SAINT ROBIN – Disappointed when 5th in a flat race at Nort-sur-Erdre over 3200m on 20 April. Tries hurdles and could play a minor role
  58. FAMILIAR – Campaigned on the flat; 5th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 2000m on 27 April. Could be a threat on hurdle debut
    Summary: DARLING DE CHAMDOU (2) was an impressive of her debut over track and trip. She would’ve benefitted from that outing and, with natural improvement expected, is good value to remain unbeaten. FREE SPIRIT (1) finished 2nd first-up back in October last year and he, too, is open to any amount of progress on his reappearance. CLOS MARGAUX (6) is unlikely to turn the tables on the selection (her last-start conqueror) but showed enough to challenge for a spot on the podium. Newcomer EL MARWANI (7) completes the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    DARLING DE CHAMDOU (2) – FREE SPIRIT (1) – CLOS MARGAUX (6) – EL MARWANI (7)
    C7 – PRIX ARISTOTE – 3900m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 37,000
  59. KARABINE – Much improved this year; fourth in a conditions chase at La Roche-sur-Yon over 4200m on 11 May. Can contest the finish again
  60. KNICKERS – Below best when 6th in a handicap chase at Compiègne over 3800m on 7 May. Better form prior and could make the frame
  61. ARCACHON – Very progressive; won last three starts, latest in a handicap hurdle at Pau over 3800m on 29 January. Returns from a break and can win again
  62. KWELAFE – Returned from a lengthy break to win both starts, most recently a conditions chase at La Roche-sur-Yon over 4200m on 11 May. Can complete the hat-trick
  63. SACRED UNION – Yet to win; unplaced in a handicap chase at Compiègne over 3800m on 7 April. Capable of better but needs more to win
  64. LENEL – Inconsistent; finished 6th in a handicap hurdle at Châteaubriant over 4200m on 12 May. Won a chase prior and could earn minor money
  65. KILT ECOSSAIS – Struggled in both starts this year; unplaced in a handicap hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m on 26 May. Could improve back over fences
  66. HENRI QUATRE – Consistent; fourth in a conditions hurdle at La Teste-de-Buch over 3900m on 16 May. Won his only chase and can bounce back to score
  67. ELIITE – Struggled in both starts this year; unplaced in a handicap hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m on 26 May. Could improve back over fences
  68. DESERT STORM – Only win came on the flat; finished 7th in a conditions hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m on 3 May. Could improve now trying fences
  69. PERFECT TRIO – Two hurdle wins; finished 5th in a conditions chase at Angers over 3800m on 22 March. Needs to improve to beat these rivals
    Summary: Progressive ARCACHON (3) completed a hat-trick of victories by winning at Pau when last seen and a subsequent break would’ve done him any amount of good. However, to extend his winning sequence, he will have to be wary of lightly raced KWELAFE (4) who has won both starts this year after a lengthy absence. KILT ECOSSAIS (7) has the means to make life difficult for those principals, as does DESERT STORM (10) who is an interesting contender on his steeplechase debut.
    SELECTIONS
    ARCACHON (3) – KWELAFE (4) – KILT ECOSSAIS (7) – DESERT STORM (10)
    C8 – PRIX DE LA MOISSONNIERE – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 35,000
  70. LOUSTIC D’ERABLE – Consistent hurdler; runner-up in a conditions hurdle at Strasbourg over 3600m on 8 May. Can go one better this time.
  71. LAUTREC BLAGNY – Disappointing recent form; finished 8th in a claiming hurdle at Compiègne over 3600m on 14 May. Capable of better, but others are preferred
  72. HAPPY PEOPLE – May have just needed his only run this year when 5th in a conditions hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m on 20 April. Can get involved in the finish
  73. BAKARELO – Showed fair form last year; third in a conditions hurdle at Nantes over 3500m on 18 June. Returns from a lengthy break but is not out of it
  74. LEHON MADRIK – Won on debut in a conditions hurdle at Wissembourg over 3500m on 18 May. Can follow up in this line-up
  75. BITTERSWEET – Unplaced in a conditions hurdle at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 3500m on 5 January. Capable of better but may need this run after a break
  76. KALDINO – Finished 8th on debut in a conditions hurdle over this track and trip on 1 May. Open to improvement but others are preferred
  77. LADY DU CLOS – Yet to win a race; finished 10th in a handicap hurdle at Compiègne over 3600m on 26 May. Could earn some prize money in this line-up
  78. LA VILLA D’ESTE – Winner of two flat races last year; third in a conditions hurdle at Pau over 3500m on 4 January. Returns from a break but has a winning chance
  79. LADYWA – Unplaced on debut in a conditions hurdle at Nancy over 3800m on 20 May. Open to improvement, but others are preferred
  80. FILLE A PAPA – Finished 7th on hurdles debut in a conditions hurdle at Compiègne over 3600m on 7 April. Can improve and has place claims
  81. FOXTROT MISS – Unseated the jockey on hurdles debut in a conditions hurdle over this track and trip on 1 May. Showed promise earlier and is not out of it
  82. MISS TEENE – Well beaten in both starts; finished 12th in a conditions hurdle over this course and distance on 1 May. Needs major improvement
    Summary: Absent since an encouraging 3rd on her hurdles debut at Pau early this year, LA VILLA D’ESTE (9) looks good value to make a winning reappearance in this competitive concluding event. LEHON MADRIK (5) did not beat much on debut but he did so well enough to suggest another forward showing is on the cards. FOXTROT MISS (12) was still in contention for the leading places at the time of her fall last month and she can’t be hastily condemnedHAPPY PEOPLE (3) appeals most of the remainder.
    SELECTIONS
    LA VILLA D’ESTE (9) – LEHON MADRIK (5) – FOXTROT MISS (12) – HAPPY PEOPLE (3)
    R4 ARGENTAN [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LA PLAINE D’ARGENTAN – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000

  1. SPANISH VEGA – Not seen to best effect in 14th over 2500m at Parislongchamp in a Class 3 divided limited handicap on the 25th of May 2025. Outsider for the placings
  2. POPORO – Winner over 2150m at Saint-Jean-De-Monts in a Class 4 on the 25th of August 2024. Include in the play
  3. LIMERICK BOUND – No type of effort in 12th over 1900m at Chantilly in a Class 3 divided limited handicap on the 16th of May 2025. Capable of better
  4. LA JAVANAISE – Moderate performance in 7th over 2100m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 divided limited handicap on the 23rd of May 2025. Easy to look elsewhere
  5. DAYSANIYA – Finished a fair 6th over 2000m at Le Lion D’Angers in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 6th of May 2025. Place chance
  6. MURANO – Well held in 13th over 2100m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 divided limited handicap on the 23rd of May 2025. Hard to recommend
  7. HEY MAN – Finished 4th over 2000m at Le Lion D’Angers in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 6th of May 2025. Should be in the firing line
  8. PIANTARELLA – Finished 5th over 2100m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 divided limited handicap on the 23rd of May 2025. Can outrun odds
  9. LADY LOU – Winner over 2500m Le Croise-Laroche in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 18th of May 2025. Winning chance
  10. CISKY – Finished 3rd over 2400m at La-Roche-Posay in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 18th of May 2025. Each way chance
  11. WOODWIND DAVIS – Finished 9th over 2650m at Chateaubriant in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 12th of May 2025. Rating looks attractive now
  12. ZELINA – No show in 9th over 2100m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 divided limited handicap on the 23rd of May 2025. Will struggle here
  13. QATAR RIVER – Lackluster effort in 15th over 2600m at Parislongchamp in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 15th of May 2025. Would be a surprise winner
  14. BAILEYS ECLAIR – No type of run in 9th over 1900m at Chantilly in a Class 3 divided limited handicap on the 16th of May 2025. Easy to pass by
    Summary: HEY MAN (7) has started to find his form at his last two outings and appears to be edging closer to that next victory. He is well placed to run very well here. LADY LOU (9) showed further improvement when winning last time out and with her confidence restored, she could go back to back. POPORO (2) ended off 2024 on a high note and will be looking to kickstart his 2025 campaign in similar fashion. He needs to be respected. WOODWIND DAVIS (11) hasn’t been in great form but continues to drop in the ratings and can earn a cheque.
    SELECTIONS
    HEY MAN (7) – LADY LOU (9) – POPORO (2) – WOODWIND DAVIS (11)
    C2 – PRIX DE SAINT-CLOUD – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000
  15. CARNIVAL QUEEN – Held in 14th over 1600m at Parislongchamp in a Class 3 divided limited handicap on the 24th of April 2025. Can earn a cheque
  16. GOKEN ATTITUDE – Poor run in 9th over 1700m at La-Roche-Posay in a Class 4 on the 18th of May 2025. Others make more appeal
  17. GOLDEN GLOBE – Not seen to best effect in 10th over 1800m at Dieppe in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 24th of May 2025. Place chance
  18. JANISA BERE – Dominant winner over 2400m at La-Roche-Posay in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 18th of May 2025. Should go close
  19. YSOIE – Poor display in 10th over 1600m at Nantes in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 5th of May 2025. Can run into the money
  20. KENNY – Runner up over 2100m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 divided limited handicap on the 23rd of May 2025. Big runner
  21. STARLIGHT – No run in 11th over 2650m at Chateaubriant in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 12th of May 2025. Will battle here
  22. RONCHEROLLES – Finished a fair 4th over 2500m at Le Croise-Laroche in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 18th of May 2025. Easy to pass by
  23. COMTESSE VERA – No type of effort in 10th over 1800m at Compiegne in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 21st of May 2025. Others make more appeal
  24. DREAM IN NORMANDY – Poor run in 16th over 2650m at Chateaubriant in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 12th of May 2025. Unlikely to threaten
  25. PRINCEDESCHAMPS – Held in 9th over 1800m at Le Croise-Laroche in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 5th of April 2025. One to pass by
  26. NOBLE ANGEL – Average effort in 8th over 1800m at Compiegne in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 21st of May 2025. Minor money chance
  27. MEARAS STYLE – Average run in 5th over 1600m at Vichy in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 25th of May 2025. Others inspire more confidence
  28. WINELATO LAUJAC – Dismal effort in 9th over 2400m at La-Roche-Posay in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 18th of May 2025. Would be a surprise winner
    Summary: KENNY (6) was just touched off last time out and with a bit of luck in transit, he could go one better and add another win to his tally. JANISA BERE (4) won in fine style last time out and she will be right in the thick of things as she looks to go back to back. GOLDEN GLOBE (3) is way better than his under par last effort and a better performance should be on the cards. YSOIE (5) is another who let the side down at her latest outing and she is capable of getting involved.
    SELECTIONS
    KENNY (6) – JANISA BERE (4) – GOLDEN GLOBE (3) – YSOIE (5)
    C3 – PRIX BON MOT – 1900m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 12,000
  29. SOLIWAY – Well held in 9th over 1600m at Lyon Parilly in a maiden on the 16th of March 2025. Could earn a cheque at best
  30. SETOCITY – Not entirely disgraced in 5th over 2500m at Saint-Cloud in a claimer on the 9th of May 2025. Outsider for the placings
  31. DOGNA LAORA – Dismal performance in 14th over 2300m at Angers in a maiden on the 26th of April 2025. Would be a shock winner
  32. ETINCELLE D’ESPOIR – Held in 6th over 2150m at Lyon La Soie in a maiden on the 7th of February 2025. Needs to show more to feature
  33. ATAMAK – Moderate effort in 8th over 2100m at Saint-Cloud in a claimer on the 19th of May 2025. Capable of better
  34. ZARTOP – Runner up over 2100m at Savenay in a Class 3 claimer on the 4th of May 2025. Should go close
  35. GALIBIER – Finished 8th over 2100m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 on the 9th of May 2025. Can show improvement
  36. FILE INDIENNE – Finished last of six over 1800m at Le Croise-Laroche in a Class 3 course qualifier on the 18th of May 2025. Hard to fancy
  37. AMITY – Poor run in 13th over 2300m at Le Mans in a maiden on the 3rd of May 2025. Would be a surprise winner
  38. AME DIVINE – Beaten out of sight in 5th over 2400m at La-Roche-Sur-Yon in a claimer on the 11th of May 2025. Hard to recommend
  39. TRIPPED – Finished 3rd over 1500m at Vannes in a Class 3 claimer on the 8th of May 2025. Include in all bets
  40. XTRALEEWAY – No type of performance in 9th over 2100m at Saint-Cloud in a claimer on the 19th of May 2025. Others make more appeal
  41. BOHEMOS – Average effort in 7th over 2500m at Evreux-Navarre in a limited handicap on the 15th of April 2025. One to pass by
    Summary: ZARTOP (6) just found one too good last time out and can go one better in this event. TRIPPED (11) showed up well last time out and can get involved. She continues to improve and should fight it out. GALIBIER (7) is lightly raced and should be capable of earning in this with improvement on the cards. ATAMAK (5) is better than his latest effort and has the form to pose a threat in this contest.
    SELECTIONS
    ZARTOP (6) – TRIPPED (11) – GALIBIER (7) – ATAMAK (5)
    C4 – PRIX SUBOTICA – 1900m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming – Flat – EUR € 16,000
  42. LEPARD – Winner over 2000m at Nancy in a Class 4 claiming handicap on the 20th of May 2025. Can earn a cheque
  43. TOLLEVAST – Finished 9th over 2000m at Parislongchamp in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 17th of April 2025. One to pass by
  44. ALCARAZ – Finished 7th over 2200m in Madrid Spain on the 11th of May 2025. Back in France where he has very strong form. Big runner
  45. LISEO – Finished close up in 6th over 2000m at Parislongchamp in a Class 3 course qualifier on the 22nd of May 2025. Place chance
  46. GEORGES VILLE – Not seen to best effect in 11th over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 course qualifier on the 1st of May 2025. Should challenge in this class
  47. DON NIKOLAOS – Dismal performance in 14th over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 3 claimer on the 6th of May 2025. Would be a shock winner
  48. WAZLAW – Finished 11th over 2500m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 claimer on the 19th of May 2025. Capable of improvement
  49. BALAKOVNA – Poor showing in 12th over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 24th of January 2025. Unlikely to challenge
  50. SAMBA – No show in 10th over 1900m at Chantilly in a Class 3 divided limited handicap on the 16th of May 2025. Others make more appeal
  51. CRYSTAL WINE – Finished a fair 3rd over 2000m at Parislongchamp in a claimer on the 24th of April 2025. Place chance
    Summary: ALCARAZ (3) has been running in several different countries without winning and he now returns to his happy hunting ground. His last win came back in 2023, in a Class 2 and if back to best then he’ll win this. GEORGES VILLE (5) has been running against stronger and this represents a drop in class for him. He should be effective. CRYSTAL WINE (10) slots in with a nice a galloping weight and she will be effective. WAZLAW (7) made his French debut last time out and is capable of showing improvement.
    SELECTIONS
    ALCARAZ (3) – GEORGES VILLE (5) – CRYSTAL WINE (10) – WAZLAW (7)
    C5 – PRIX BAGO – 2900m (a2m) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 15,000
  52. PENTAOUR – Finished 9th in a Handicap over 2400m at ParisLongchamp on 13 April. Has a lot of weight but has the ability to win a race of this nature
  53. MORRADI – Ran 12th in a Handicap over 3100m at Saint-Cloud on 1 May. This colt disappointed in that race but now has a chance to set the record straight
  54. COSMIC FRONT – Finished 6th in a Qualifying Handicap over 2500m at ParisLongchamp on 24 April. This filly has some decent form and should be competitive
  55. DREAM MESSANGER – Finished 4th in a Hurdle race over 3600m at Compiegne on 3 October 2024. His last win was on the Flat and could be competitive in his comeback race
  56. GRAND ART – Finished 3rd in a Gr3 hurdle race over 4300m in Auteuil on 11 June 2022. Has class but has been out for a long time and will probably need the run
  57. KING DINO – Finished 5th in a Hurdle Conditions race over 3600m at Auteuil on 27 September 2023. Will probably need the run
  58. CHERGUI – Finished 5th in an event over 3000m in Madrid on 11 May. This gelding makes the journey to contest this race so must be considered
  59. VENUS OCEANE – Won a Handicap over 2400m at Saint-Cloud on 15 November 2024. Has won over the course and distance but could need the run
  60. SILLABUB – Won a Conditions race over over 2600m at Savenay on 4 May. This filly is up in class and will need to improve
    Summary: Not a particularly strong race but is competitive. MORRADI (2) may have disappointed in a Handicap last time but is better treated by the conditions this time. PENTAOUR (1) is in a similar position but does have a lot of weight to carry. CHERGUI (7) has some decent form against stronger and travels from Spain. DREAM MESSANGER (4) comes back from a layoff but has raced against much stronger opposition and has decent form on the Flat.
    SELECTIONS
    MORRADI (2) – PENTAOUR (1) – CHERGUI (7) – DREAM MESSANGER (4)
    C6 – PRIX EDOUARD POURET – 1300m (a6f1/2) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 12,000
  61. WESTMINSTER FOX – Ran 11th in a Handicap over1500m at Tarbes on 12 May. Won a Handicap in Fontainebleau two runs back and should be competitive
  62. MAYA CHOP – Finished 8th in a Handicap over 1400m at Strasbourg on 28 May. This gelding won a similar race two runs back
  63. BELL BOY – Finished 9th in a Handicap over 1300m at Chantilly on 28 April. Disappointed last time but is better than that run.
  64. PIECE MAITRESSE – Finished 8th in a Maiden over 1600m at Le Mans on 3 May. This filly has run poorly in both of her starts so far
  65. ANDANTINI – Ran 9th in a Claimer over 1200m at Evreux on 27 May. Recent form does not inspire and will need to improve
  66. GOKY – Finished 9th in a Maiden over 1400m at Niort on 25 May. This filly has peformed well at this level previously
  67. WILD MOOR – Finished 5th in a Claimer over 1700m at La-Roche-Posay on 18 May. She is coming back in distance which could be a concern
  68. SPICHOPE – Ran 4th in a Claimer over 1600m at Chatillon on 19 May. Has some good support back home and should run well
  69. LIGHT OF MY LIFE – Finished 6th in a Maiden over 1000m at Moulins on 10 May. This filly has only raced three times and is improving so should enjoy the conditions this time
  70. NIIA – Ran 5th in a Claimer over 1500m at Vannes on 8 May. She has had two warm-up races since her comeback and should be at her peak for this event
    Summary: A very open race but LIGHT OF MY LIFE (9) is lightly raced and will benefit from a drop in class to a Claimer this time. WESTMINSTER FOX (1) had excuses last time but must come into the reckoning based on a win in her penultimate race. More was probably expected from BELL BOY (3) last time but he gets the chance to remedy that this time. SPICHOPE (8) is supported by a strong stable and a decent run is on the cards.
    SELECTIONS
    LIGHT OF MY LIFE (9) – WESTMINSTER FOX (1) – BELL BOY (3) – SPICHOPE (8)
    C7 – PRIX DES TERRES D’ARGENTAN – 2500m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000
  71. ROMANISER – Finished 19th in a Handicap over 2500m at Evreux on 15 May. This gelding has the experience to put that run behind him
  72. ZAGAZIG – Ran 4th in a Maiden over 2650m at Chateaubriant on 12 May. That performance was good enough to make her competitive
  73. ANOTHER COUNTRY – Finished 4th in a claimer over 2100m at Dax on 19 May. The conditions of this race are ideal for her
  74. HOLLY GOODHEAD – Ran 2nd in a Claimer over 2500m at Saint-Cloud on 9 May. That was an excellent run and will be looking for further improvement
  75. COLONEL MITCH – Won a Claimer over 2850m at Sable-Sur-Sarthe on 27 April. Won well and could feature in this event
  76. VILLEQUIER – Finished 3rd in a Maiden over 1800m at Langon-Libourne on 1 May. Ran an improved race last time and should enjoy the conditions of this event
  77. EASY STAR – Ran 8th in a Conditional Qualifier over 1200m at Evreux on 15 April. Tries further and could battle over this trip
  78. MOON NIGHT – Ran 8th in a Maiden over 1700m over 1700m at Pornichet on 22 December. Could need the run returning from a break
  79. VALENTINE DAY – Finished 5th in a Conditional Handicap over 2400m at La-Roche -Posay on 18 May. She will need to do more in this
  80. MADJOULY – Won a Claimer over 2400m at La-Roche-Sur-Yon on 11 May. Has run two good races in a row and could go close again
  81. EXPRESSIVE – Finished 8th in a Maiden over 2650m at Chateaubriant on 12 May. This filly will need to improve on recent form
    Summary: The last run of VILLEQUIER (6) indicates that this gelding is in good form and will not need to show much improvement to win a race of this nature as the conditions will suit him. But there is a lot to like about ZAGAZIG (2) who ran well last time and will not be far behind. ANOTHER COUNTRY (3) is another who will appreciate the race conditions. HOLLY GOODHEAD (4) is not far behind the others if showing further improvement after a decent last start.
    SELECTIONS
    VILLEQUIER (6) – ZAGAZIG (2) – ANOTHER COUNTRY (3) – HOLLY GOODHEAD (4)
    C8 – PRIX DES NEUF FONTAINES – 2500m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 18,000
  82. FAR L’AMORE – Finished 2nd in a Conditions race over 2100m at Senonnes on 12 April. This gelding should build on that performance
  83. DUNARELOI – Finished 5th in a Maiden over 3000m at Fontainebleau on 24 September 2023. Likely to be in need of the run
  84. ON A SOUFFERT – Ran 9th in a Handicap over 2500m at Deauville on 8 February. Comes off a short break and there is not much to enthuse over
  85. MANIGOD – Ran 7th in a Maiden over 2500m at Deauville on 27 December 2024. This gelding has very good form and should make a winning comeback
  86. DOUCE AMIE – Ran 11th in a Conditions race over 3200m at Le Mans on 3 May. Performed poorly in her debut effort on the Flat
  87. LILY MORIVIERE – Finished 5th in a Conditions race over 2700m at Vichy on 25 May. This filly did show slight improvement last time out
  88. YES GINA – Finished 7th in a Conditions race over 2600m on 18 May. She is not in the best of form and looks unlikely to shape in this
  89. LIO DE LA PLATA – Ran 3rd in a Maiden over 2400m at Lyon La Soie on 23 March. This filly has been racing on the sand but could make a successful transition to turf
  90. EXIT POINT – This filly by French Fifteen out of Ammia does not take on a strong field and if she has any ability, should run well
    Summary: MANIGOD (4) has not raced since December last year but he takes quite a drop in class and has the ability to win if fit and well. LIO DE LA PLATA (8) has been racing well enough on the sand but she should have the confidence to bring that form to the turf. There was a lot to like about the last performance of FAR L’AMORE (1) and further improvement will count in his favour. EXIT POINT (9) makes her debut but this is not a strong field and she is well drawn.
    SELECTIONS – MANIGOD (4) – LIO DE LA PLATA (8) – FAR L’AMORE (1) – EXIT POINT (9)

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