R1 LA TESTE DE BUCH [R-H]
C1 – PRIX CENTURY 21 DUPRAT & ASSOCIES – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 21,000
- TZAREKOV – 5th on debut in a conditions race over 1400m on June 26th at this track. He should improve, but others preferred
- BANKHOVSKI – Showed ability when 6th on debut at La Teste over 1400m in a conditions race on July 4th. Ought to be thereabouts with progress expected
- TINMANDER – Placed on his last three runs, the latter when 4th at Mont-De-Marsan in a maiden race on July 16th over 1200m. Needs to improve to make the frame
- CROOK – Fair 6th on debut at Deauville on July 5th over 1200m in a conditions race. Can improve and should have a say
- SAIF AL LEITH – 5th last time at Saint-Cloud over 1600m in a Class 2 race on July 9th, and a 2nd on debut over 1400m at this track in June. Player
- LE LEGIONNAIRE – Showed promise when 4th over 1400m at this track on June 26th on his debut. Can make the top four
- BEDAIO – Colt by Van Beethoven, the dam won 1 race. Stable runners tend to need a run or two for experience. The betting can be the best guide
- NORTH ICE – Colt by Showcasing, the dam won 1 race over 1400m. Looks good on paper and is from a leading stable. A bold show can be expected on debut
Summary: NORTH ICE (8) boasts a strong pedigree and will be well-prepared by his astute trainer. He looks capable of making a winning debut. His main threat could be SAIF AL LEITH (5), who brings valuable race experience, having shown promise in both starts, including a runner-up finish on debut at this track in June. CROOK (4) caught the eye when finishing sixth on debut at Deauville earlier this month and is expected to improve. BANKHOVSKI (2) is another worth keeping in mind.
SELECTIONS
NORTH ICE (8) – SAIF AL LEITH (5) – CROOK (4) – BANKHOVSKI (2)
C2 – PRIX CHATEAU DE PORTETS – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 21,000 - ROMAN LADY – Showed talent when 2nd on debut at Toulouse in a maiden on June 22nd over 1400m. Merits consideration
- BAKLAWA – Ran with promise to be 2nd at Vichy over 1400m on July 15th in a maiden race. Ought to be in the shake-up
- VOLKONSKHA – Placed on all three runs, 3rd on the most recent over 1400m at La Teste on July 4th in a maiden race. Can make the top three
- BLACK SOLEA – Ran well to be 4th at Lyon Parilly over 1350m in a maiden race on June 23rd. She will be sharper this time and can not be overlooked
- PREMIERA – Good 2nd on her debut at La Teste on June 26th over 1400m in a conditions race. Improvement can be expected and she looks like the one to beat
- BAYS OF NAPLES – Credible 4th on debut at La Teste on June 26th in a conditions race. She will know more this time and has place claims
- LA ALMADIA – Newcomer by Phoenix Of Spain, the dam won 1 race. Stable runners tend to need a run or two, and she is best monitored in the betting for clues
- SHE’S CENTURION – Unraced filly by Dabirsim, the dam never ran. Stable runners warrant respect, and if there is any market interest, it should be noted
Summary: PREMIERA (5) made a promising debut when finishing second in a newcomers’ race at this track in June. With natural improvement expected, she should play a leading role. BLACK SOLEA (4) is a potential danger after a solid fourth on debut at Lyon-Parilly and will benefit from the experience. VOLKONSKHA (3) has hit the frame in all three starts and represents a reliable each-way option. BAKLAWA (2) showed plenty of potential when runner-up at Vichy on her sole outing and heads the rest.
SELECTIONS
PREMIERA (5) – BLACK SOLEA (4) – VOLKONSKHA (3) – BAKLAWA (2)
C3 – PRIX LE JOURNAL “LE VEINARD” – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 50,900 - AGADOR – Recent win at Pompadour over 1600m in a Class 4 race on July 6th. Classy performer who can not be ruled out despite top weight
- EUGENE SMITH – 5th last time, a win before that over 1900m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in a Class 3 handicap on May 24th. Live chance
- BELLE ANSE – Unplaced last time, she won previously over 1600m at La Teste on June 2nd in a Class 3 handicap. This will be a step to far
- ETATIQUE – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 1600m at this track in a Class 3 handicap on June 2nd. Opposable
- LOST IN MUSIC – Non Runner
- TEARDROP EXPLODES – Recent success at Cholet in a Class 3 race over 1900m on June 2nd. Might find a few of these too smart
- BOBBYMURPHY – Placed 4th over 2000m at Lyon Parilly in a Class 2 handicap on June 23rd on the last start. In the mix
- HARMONY GREY – Recent 2nd at Clairefontaine over 1800m in a Class 3 race on July 2nd. Outside place contender
- KAHUNA – Three unplaced efforts of late, the latter over 1800m in a Class 2 handicap at this track on June 26th. Look elsewhere
- VERITABLE – Unplaced last time out, 3rd previously over 2100m at Dax in a Class 3 race on June 9th. Has work to do
- GEORGES VILLE – Two decent 4th placed runs of late, the latter over 1800m in a Class 2 handicap at this track on June 26th. Player
- SIYOUKING – Nice win over 1800m in a Class 3 handicap at this track on June 26th last time out. Hard to overlook
- OXALIS – He won over 1900m at Deauville on July 5th in a Class 3 handicap on his last run. His previous course form has not been the best
- THUNDERSPEED – Ran well to be 2nd at Lyon Parilly over 2000m in a Class 2 handicap on June 23rd. Capable of making an impact
- MAROON SIX – Credible 2nd on the last start over 1800m at this track in a Class 2 handicap on June 26th. Ought to play a lead role from the foot of the weights
- GET SET – He won over 2200m at Chantilly in a Class 3 race on June 28th on his latest run. One to look at each way
Summary: In a wide-open handicap, GEORGES VILLE (11) appeals as a well-handicapped contender who ran a solid fourth at this track last month. He gets the tentative vote. SIYOUKING (12) bounced back to form with a win here in a Class 3 handicap in June and is expected to put up another bold showing. GET SET (16) arrives in good spirits following a victory at Chantilly and is likely to be in the mix. Both THUNDERSPEED (14) and MAROON SIX (15) are well treated at the weights and warrant serious consideration.
SELECTIONS
GEORGES VILLE (11) – SIYOUKING (12) – GET SET (16) – THUNDERSPEED (14)
C4 – CRITERIUM DU BEQUET – VENTES OSARUS – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Listed Race – Flat – EUR € 54,900 - ULYMINE – Two good runs, a win on debut in May at Saint-Cloud and a 2nd in a Class 2 race at Chantilly on June 20th over 1200m. Key chance
- ARLONG FAL – Fair 2nd last time over 1200m at this track in a Class 2 race on July 4th. Capable of making the frame
- AGIOTA – Two wins from four runs, the latest success at Senonnes on July 9th in a Class 2 race over 1200m. Among the leading chances
- PAS DANSANT – Credible 3rd last time in a Class 2 race at La Teste on July 4th in a Class 2 race. Needs a few to misfire
- WOR FAAYTH – Made progress from a promising debut 3rd to win at Hamilton (UK) on her second start over 1000m on June 26th. Up in class, but looks like a nice prospect
- THE BEST GLORY – Two wins from her three runs, the latter at Tarbes when winning over 1100m in a Class 2 race on June 5th. This is more challenging
- LADY’ARMOR – Recent 4th in a Listed race at Vichy on May 14th over 1000m. Unlikely to threaten the principles
- STERNLE – Won on her debut at this track over 1200m in a maiden race on June 2nd. One to pay attention to with progress expected
- GELINOTTE – She has won both of her races, the latest over 1200m at Madrid (ESP) in a conditions race on June 21st. Big step up in class, and she would be a surprise winner
Summary: ULYMINE (1) made a winning debut and progressed further when finishing second in a Class 2 race at Chantilly on June 20th. With more improvement expected, he looks capable of landing this Listed contest. WOR FAAYTH (5) comes into the race in winning form after scoring over 1000m at Hamilton (UK) on her second start and rates as the main danger. STERNLE (8) impressed with a debut win over this track and trip in June and is not to be ignored. AGIOTA (3) is also worth considering.
SELECTIONS
ULYMINE (1) – WOR FAAYTH (5) – STERNLE (8) – AGIOTA (3)
C5 – PRIX LA SORELLINA – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Listed Race – Flat – EUR € 50,300 - CLOSEFIELD BELLE – A winner in a Class 3 Conditional over 1600m at Parislongchamp on the 12th of June 2025. One to respectfully pass by here as this is a much stronger race
- ROMANCE CERTAINE – A winner in a Class 2 Conditional over 1600m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on the 11th of June 2025. One for the larger backend of quartets
- BLUE ISLAND – Was not far off them when finishing 5th in a Listed over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 24th of April 2025. Include in quartets
- ILDA ROSA – Respectable 2nd in a Group III over 1600m at Hamburg-Horn on the 6th of July 2025. Include into all bets and will be a massive contender
- ECOLOGY – Finished 4th in a Conditional over 2400m at Madrid on the 1st of June 2025. Others weigh more attraction
- KAADI – Decent 3rd in a Listed over 1600m at Chantilly on the 28th of June 2025. Strong place chance
- OCTANS – Finished 2nd in a Conditional over 1600m at Madrid on the 1st of June 2025. Others preferred
- FEVE – Finished 8th in a Handicap over 1800m at Compiegne on the 27th of June 2025. Others make more appeal
- STUPOR MUNDI – Hard trying 8th in a Listed over 1400m at Deauville on the 6th of July 2025. Needs to find confidence again and improve on current form
- IRON BIRD – Smart 2nd in a Listed over 1600m at Chantilly on the 28th of June 2025. Good winning contentions
- JOKLA – Good last run finishing 3rd in a Listed over 1400m at Deauville on the 6th of July 2025. Strong winning chance
- EPSON BLUE CEN – Forgivable 10th in a Listed over 1400m at Deauville on the 6th of July 2025. Throw into all exotic plays as she will feature
- PINKY CEN – Finished 3rd in a Class 2 Conditional over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on the 29th of June 2025. Top selectors have a much more competitive form to feature
Summary: JOKLA (11) was a credible third last time out over the 1400m in a Listed and stepping to the mile could be the ideal move for her to claim her second career victory in this competitive Listed contest. IRON BIRD (10) was second in command in her last effort and brings some bold Group form into this race. She looks like the worthy vixen to give the top choice a run for the top spot. KAADI (6) was third in transit when meeting IRON BIRD (10) in their previous run and her form allows her to have a strong place chance. ILDA ROSA (4) can be the upset candidate of the pack.
SELECTIONS
JOKLA (11) – IRON BIRD (10) – KAADI (6) – ILDA ROSA (4)
C6 – PRIX DE L’UBA (UNION DES BATELIERS ARCACHONNAIS) – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 15,600 - NOVEMBER AIR – Finished 2nd in a Conditional over 1400m at Madrid on the 21st of June 2025. Makes her French soil debut and might need the first run
- HOLA VALQUIRIA – Supplemented Hola Valquiria finished 3rd in a Claimer over 1600m at La Teste-Bassin Arcachon on the 19th of July 2025. Place chance at best
- STAYA – Finished 3rd in a maiden over 1600m at Pompadour on the 6th of July 2025. Include in quartet plays
- WILD ANGEL – Pleasing 3rd on British soil in a Conditional over 1750m at Wolverhampton on the 27th of November 2024. If the freshener is not needed, she can make a winning appearance
- MADIBA – Trying 4th in a maiden over 1600m at Vittel on the 7th of July 2025. Will be trying her best to break the maiden spell here
- CHA’HORE – A warm 2nd in a maiden over 1600m at Pompadour on the 6th of July 2025. Include in all exotic plays
- YALA – Decent 3rd in a maiden over 1600m at Nantes on the 3rd of July 2025. Each way claims
- LA FERRETCAPIENNE – Finished 6th in a Handicap over 2000m at Chantilly on the 8th of July 2025. One to overlook
- CHAPEL HILL – Supplemented Chapel Hill finished 14th in a Claimer over 1400m at Compiegne on the 16th of June 2025. One to respectfully pass by
Summary: WILD ANGEL (4) has been a bold maiden on British surfaces and now makes her debut on French soil. If the eighth month break does not defeat her, she could make a wise winning appearance. MADIBA (5) was fourth over the distance and will certainly make vast improvement in this sort of field. YALA (7) has run two thirds in her last two starts and will look to go one more here. Supplemented HOLA VALQUIRIA (2) must be included in all betting calculations.
SELECTIONS
WILD ANGEL (4) – MADIBA (5) – YALA (7) – HOLA VALQUIRIA (2)
C7 – PRIX CASINO PARTOUCHE ANDERNOS – LE MIAMI – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 25,900 - LE SAGE – Great 2nd in a Class 3 Handicap over 1800m at La Teste-Bassin Arcachon on the 26th of June 2025. Strong winning chance
- SPANISH LIGHT – Good 2nd in a Class 3 Handicap over 2400m at La Teste-Bassin Arcachon on the 12th of July 2025. Include in absolutely everything
- POLYSPEED – Forgivable 14th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1600m at Chantilly on the 8th of July 2025. Penultimate run makes him a runner for the backend of quartet plays
- MELBORA – Never far off them finishing 5th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2200m at Chantilly on the 15th of June 2025. Can definitely earn here
- KABOOM – A winner in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Parislongchamp on the 13th of July 2025. Will be of no surprise if she repeats her run here
- ROYAUMONT – Hard trying 7th in a Class 3 Conditional over 2200m at Dieppe on the 14th of June 2025. Include in larger exotic plays
- VA S’Y MIX – Pleasing effort finishing 3rd in a Class 3 Handicap over 1800m at La Teste-Bassin Arcachon on the 26th of June 2025. Bold winning claims
- VALZAK – Discouraging 7th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2400m at La Teste-Bassin Arcachon on the 12th of July 2025. One to respectfully pass by here
- MEXICAN DREAM – A consistent 6th place finisher in her last three starts in a Class 3 Handicap over 2400m. Can improve on those runs here
- CALON LAN – Finished 2nd in a Conditional over 1600m at San Sebastian on the 18th of June 2025. Does meet a lot stronger opposition here
- GOLFEUR – Finished 6th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1900m at Deauville on the 5th of July 2025. One for the quartet plays
- VIVERNUS – Finished 4th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1800m at La Teste-Bassin Arcachon on the 26th of June 2025. Erratic overall form but capable
- LISBOA – Not in the greatest form finishing 7th in a Class 4 Conditional over 1600m at Pompadour on the 6th of July 2025. Others weigh more attraction
- MANNE – Disappointing 13th in a Class 4 Handicap over 1900m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on the 5th of March 2025. Returns after 4 months and will need the freshener here
- DELTA SPIRIT – Finished 4th in a Class 4 Handicap over 1600m at Nantes on the 3rd of July 2025. One to overlook here
- PIETER DE HOOCH – Finished 4th in a Class 4 Claimer over 2300m at Pompadour on the 13th of July 2025. One to ignore here
Summary: LE SAGE (1) showed great improvement when running an eye-catching second in his last run and a repetition of that run could find himself finishing one step closer here. VA S’Y MIX (7) is a model of consistency thus far and keeps knocking on the door. A strong run here could see the victory doors open. MEXICAN DREAM (9) has finished sixth in her last three starts and she has the experience to make amends on her current form. MELBORA (4) is a solid earner and can shine again.
SELECTIONS
LE SAGE (1) – VA S’Y MIX (7) – MEXICAN DREAM (9) – MELBORA (4)
C8 – GRAND PRIX DE LA TESTE DE BUCH – HIPPOCAMPUS – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 1 Race – Flat – EUR € 34,800 - FERRARI FEVER – A firm winner in a Class 1 Conditional over 1600m at Parislongchamp on the 3rd of July 2025. Lurker of the pack
- X RAYS – Finished 6th in a Conditional over 1600m at Madrid on the 21st of June 2025. Does not look to threaten the top
- CLAVUS – Decent 4th in a Class 1 Conditional over 1600m at Parislongchamp on the 3rd of July 2025. Include in quartets
- ALEXEJ – Finished 10th in a Class 4 Handicap over 1600m a La-Teste on the 19th of July 2025. One to overlook here
- SAIDI EL FAL – A strong winner in a Class 2 Conditional over 1600m at Parislongchamp on the 5th of June 2025. Strong winning chance
- KOVEL – Sweet win in a Class 2 Handicap over 1800m at La Teste on the 26th of June 2025. Massive contender and can upset the top choice
- SOLDIER’S GOLD – On the up winning over 1600m in a Class 2 Conditional over 1600m at La Teste on the 16th of June 2025. Strong each way claims
Summary: SAIDI EL FAL (5) absolutely loves the mile as all three of his career wins came from this distance and has the potential to make it his fourth career win over his favorite trip. KOVEL (6) is another that knows how to win races and it would be of no surprise if he repeats his last winning start. SOLDIER’S GOLD (7) is cherishing his racing thus far having won his last two starts and will possess every talent of his to reel off the hattrick win. FERRARI FEVER (1) is the only candidate in the race that brings Group III form and he poses as the Lurker of the squad.
SELECTIONS
SAIDI EL FAL (5) – KOVEL (6) – SOLDIER’S GOLD (7) – FERRARI FEVER (1)
C9 – PRIX CLEAR NETTOYAGE – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200 - ROMAN FORUM – Encouraging post maiden run finishing 5th in a Class 1 Conditional over 1600m at La Teste on the 4th of July 2025. Can have strong winning contentions here
- THE BLACK SKY – Finished off 3rd in a Handicap over 1600m at Mont-De-Marsan on the 1st of July 2025. Can creep up to the backend of quartets and is worth including in larger exotic perms
- SEND WOOD – A tight 7th in a Handicap over 1600m at Parislongchamp on the 3rd of July 2025. Can make amends and be more motivating here
- DIAMANTINE – A sweet 2nd in a Handicap over 1600m at Mont-De-Marsan on the 1st of July 2025. Strong chance of disrupting the top 4 play
- BOEZA – Erratic of late finishing 5th in a Class 2 Conditional over 2000m at Mont-De-Marsan on the 16th of July 2025. Others preferred
- VALENTIA ISLAND – Not the best run finishing 14th in a Handicap over 1200m at Deauville on the 6th of July 2025. Needs to improve on the last run
- BRADIANCOURT – Finished 5th in a Handicap over 1200m at Marseille Borely on the 9th of May 2025. One to respectfully overlook here
- SHUTTERWOOD – Decent 4th in a Class 2 Conditional over 2000m at Mont-De-Marsan on the 16th of July 2025. Can be competitive here again
- JARKI – Not the most threatening form finishing 7th in a maiden over 1500m at Tarbes on the 19th of April 2025. Others make more appeal
- GARE AU GORILLE – Still a maiden contender finishing 6th in a maiden over 1400m at Mont-De-Marsan on the 1st of July 2025. Will be hard to make a bold appearance but can certainly improve on current form
- FRUITION – Finished 4th in a Class 3 Conditional over 1400m at Toulouse on the 22nd of June 2025. Throw into the backend of quartets
- BOGADO – Pleasing 3rd in a Handicap over 1500m at Tarbes on the 12th of May 2025. Returns after a small 2 month break and might just need the freshener
Summary: ROMAN FORUM (1) produced a respectable fifth in Class 1 company in his post maiden effort. He is lightly raced and meets a weaker field where he can showoff his capability. SEND WOOD (3) can be forgiven for her last two efforts when not running to the places and if up to the task here, she can certainly find herself earning a cheque again. SHUTTERWOOD (8) should not be discounted and deserves some serious consideration. DIAMANTINE (4) is in fine form of late and if the field is caught sleeping, she will be the ideal one to awaken them.
SELECTIONS
ROMAN FORUM (1) – SEND WOOD (3) – SHUTTERWOOD (8) – DIAMANTINE (4)
R3 ENGHIEN [L-H]
C1 – PRIX DE BEZONS – 2250m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 33,000
- NEREIDA – A two-year-old filly by Django Riff out of Décima making her debut. Watch the betting as she did qualify in a good time
- NORMANDIE NIEMEN – A two-year-old filly by Italiano Vero out of Best Lady making her debut. Watch the betting. Trainer knows what is needed to win on debut
- NAYARA – Disqualified on debut in Class D over this track and trip on 19 July. Likely to improve but is probably best watched for now
- NEWZIRA JOSSELYN – Disqualified in both starts so far, the latest being in Class G at Rânes over 2150m on 13 July. Capable of improvement but others are preferred.
- NOSTRA DE LAUNI – Disqualified on debut at Le Touquet over 2100m on 9 July. Capable of improvement but is probably best watched for now
- NORMA JEANE – Did not run badly on debut when 7th in Class D over this course and distance on 19 July. Open to improvement and could play a minor role
- NIKKI BEACH JISCE – Showed promise when 5th on debut in Class D over this course and distance on 19 July. Might play a minor role
- NEPITA – A good third on debut in Class D over this track and trip on 19 July. Has a big chance in this line-up
- NO MORE – Improved from debut to score in Class F at Écommoy over 2225m on 20 July. Good win on grass and can follow up
Summary: NORMANDIE NIEMEN (2) impressed in her qualifying, and her trainer knows how to win races on debut. She can score. NEPITA (8) showed promise on her debut and should have more to offer. NO MORE (9) won on the grass and will need to show she is just as good on this surface. NEREIDA (1) has the confidence of her connections and could also be a threat on debut so keep an eye on the betting.
SELECTIONS
NORMANDIE NIEMEN (2) – NEPITA (8) – NO MORE (9) – NEREIDA (1)
C2 – PRIX DE RUFFEC – 2250m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Mounted – EUR € 35,000 - MAT GIBUS – A three-year-old colt by Astor de Rozoy out of Rosita Gibus making his debut. Watch the betting
- MAMBO DE LA VALLEE – Disqualified in all three starts so far, the latest at Cabourg on 22 July. Probably best watched for now
- MEGABUCKS – Disqualification issues and faulted last time out at Ségre on 29 June. Was fighting for victory when faulting and could be a threat if wise
- MON LOUP – Showed some improvement when 7th in a Class C mounted race over this course and distance on 17 July. Capable of better but others are preferred
- MAJOR DES ROSEAUX – Disappointing last run when 13th in Class G at Jallais over 2975m on 13 June. Can improve now switching to a mounted race and has place claims
- MACHIARD AIMEF – Disqualified in a harness race last time out at Francheville over 2475m on 14 July. Did better on debut under the saddle and can bounce back to score
- MAORI NUEVO – Campaigned only in harness races so far and finished fourth in Class F at Le Mans over 2950m on 15 July. Can be competitive in a mounted race
- MARVEL DE CRISTAL – Disappointing 8th in Class E at Bernay over 2300m on 13 July. Yet to win and needs to find a few lengths to win
- MILORD DAIRPET – Returned to form with a victory in a Class E mounted race at Laval over 2850m on 20 June. Capable of following up in this line-up
- MY KLY ERA – Has only run in harness races so far and was not disgraced when 5th in Class D at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 2900m on 13 July. Consistent and can feature again
Summary: MY KLY ERA (10) tries a mounted race for the first time after showing promise in harness races. The distance is no issue. MILORD DAIRPET (9) has disqualification issues but showed what he is capable of with a good win at Laval and can follow up. MEGABUCKS (3) would have finished runner-up but for faulting, so will be a threat if wise. MAORI NUEVO (7) can also get involved in the finish on his first attempt under the saddle.
SELECTIONS
MY KLY ERA (10) – MILORD DAIRPET (9) – MEGABUCKS (3) – MAORI NUEVO (7)
C3 – PRIX DE SAINT-GERMAIN DES PRES – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class G Amateur Drivers Race – Harness – EUR € 12,000 - GOPTION MONTAVAL – On a long losing run and finished 8th in Class F over this track on 2 July. Capable of better and could play a minor role
- HIMEROS DU GOUTIER – Unreliable and finished 7th in Class F at La Capelle over 2750m on 11 July. Did win his penultimate start and is not out of it
- GOLDORACK DU BOIS – Has won four races this year and was runner-up in Class H at Moulins-la-Marche over 2800m on 6 July. Barefoot this time and has a big chance
- IVAJALE – Remains in good shape and was runner-up in Class G at Amiens over 2400m on 10 July. Can contest the finish once again
- HIMALAYA TONIQUE – Has really struggled of late and was 11th in Class F at Vittel over 2700m on 14 July. Needs major improvement to win
- GRANDE MALICE – Showed some improvement and was fourth in Class H at Montier-en-Der over 3025m on 19 July. Could play a minor role
- HORACE DU VIVIER – In good shape and finished third in Class G at this track over 2875m on 17 July, Has won three times this year and has a winning chance
- HIJO MOKO – Disappointing form of late and finished 7th in Class F at Gournay-en-Bray over 2550m on 20 July. Needs to find a few lengths to win
- GYPSIE MAGIQUE – On a very long losing run and finished 6th in Class G at Amiens over 2400m on 10 July. Distance suited and can contest the finish
Summary: GOLDORACK DU BOIS (3) has been good all year and clearly gets on very well with this driver, so he is a confident pick to score. IVAJALE (4) is in good form and can be in the mix once again. HORACE DU VIVIER (7) is more at home over longer distances but would not be a surprise winner. HIMEROS DU GOUTIER (2) won over this distance in his penultimate start and is clearly not out of it in this line-up.
SELECTIONS
GOLDORACK DU BOIS (3) – IVAJALE (4) – HORACE DU VIVIER (7) – HIMEROS DU GOUTIER (2)
C4 – PRIX DE VOUVRAY – 2875m (a2m) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 46,000 - MA REINE – Has sone fair form and was third in Class D at Biarritz over 2150m on 5 July. Might play a minor role at very best
- MERIDA DU GRANIT – In good form and was third in Class D at this track over 2150m on 26 June. Might be better over the shorter distance but has a place chance
- MY PRINCESS HAUFOR – Disqualified last time out at Vincennes on 27 June. In good form before that and is clearly not out of it if wise
- MOON DREAM – Yet to win a race but is holding form and was runner-up in Class E at this track over 2150m on 12 July. Has a place chance in this line-up
- MELINA SUPREME – Only modest of late and finished 6th in Class C at Vincennes over 2700m on 27 June. Did better last year and is capable of making the frame
- MYSTIQUE LADY – Very unreliable but was runner-up in Class D at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2650m on 12 July. Might play a minor role
- MADONE PIYA – A winner of two of her last three starts, including her latest start, in E at Cabourg over 2050m on 8 July. Might prefer that shorter distance
- MUSICA JULMA – Threatening to win a race and was runner-up in Class D at Vincennes over 2200m on 10 June. Capable of an upset
- MYRIAM D’AZUR – Only fair of late and finished 5th in Class C at Vincennes over 2700m on 27 June. Capable of playing a minor role
- MARELLA DALEO – Has disqualification issues but is in good form and was victorious in a claimer at Feurs over 2100m on 4 July. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
- MARIANNA – In good shape and was not disgraced when 5th in Class C over this track and trip on 2 July. Big chance in this line-up
- MY LADY CASTELLE – Holding her form and finsihed fourth in Class C at Vincennes over 2700m on 27 June. Be right there at the finish
Summary: MARIANNA (11) has been good without winning in France this year and was not disgraced over this course and distance at the beginning of the month. MY LADY CASTELLE (12) is in good form and should be right there at the finish, challenging for top honours. MY PRINCESS HAUFOR (3) fluffed her lines with a disqualification last time out but can bounce back to be a threat. MELINA SUPREME (5) was better last year but could make the frame.
SELECTIONS
MARIANNA (11) – MY LADY CASTELLE (12) – MY PRINCESS HAUFOR (3) – MELINA SUPREME (5)
C5 – PRIX DE CLICHY – 2875m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 35,000 - LASSIE – Completed the hat-trick when barefoot in Class F at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2775m on 9 July. Can win again
- LADY D’ELFE – Hard to trust and was disqualfied at Montier-en-Der on 19 July. Needs to find a few lengths to beat these rivals
- L’AUDACE – Yet to win a race but did run a good third in Class E at Montier-en-Der over 3025m on 19 July.
- LITTLE ITALY – in good shape and was barefoot and fourth in Class E at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 2900m on 14 July. Not fully barefoot but might play a minor role
- LUCIA DE LA CRIERE – Disappointing last run when tenth in Class D at Laval over 2850m on 26 June. In good form before that and could earn some money
- LOLLIPOP MIJACK – Not disgraced when 5th in Class E at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 2900m on 14 July. Capable of better and could cause an upset
- LADY DE NEUILLY – A winner of three of her five starts, including last time out when barefoot in Class D at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 2900m on 13 July. Not fully barefoot but can follow up
- LOVE ME ALWAYS – Showed some improvement when barefoot and third in Class D at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 28 February. Returns from a break and could need this run not barefoot this time
- LA BREVINOISE – A winner of three of her last four starts, including last time out in Class F at Montmirail over 3200m on 13 July. Remains barefoot and can make the frame
- LAURENCE MADRIK – Disappointing last runw hen 6th in Class E over this track and trip on 5 July. In good form before that and is not out of it
- LIBERTINE D’ERABLE – Disappointing of late and was 9th in Class E Carentan over 2850m on 19 July. Has won with this shoe combination and has a winning chance
Summary: LADY DE NEUILLY (7) has done little wrong so far and was a barefoot winner earlier this month. She is not fully barefoot this time but gets a narrow vote to score. LIBERTINE D’ERABLE (11) is clearly unreliable and has disqualification issues, but she is talented enough to win a race of this nature. LASSIE (1) has struck form with some solid wins and must be respected. LAURENCE MADRIK (10) is better than her last run suggests.
SELECTIONS
LADY DE NEUILLY (7) – LIBERTINE D’ERABLE (11) – LASSIE (1) – LAURENCE MADRIK (10)
C6 – PRIX DE SOUILLAC – 2875m (a2m) – Class R Claiming – Harness – EUR € 18,000 - KARACHO – Has struggled this year and was unplaced in Class E at Graignes over 2725m on 13 April. Returns from a break and is likely to need the run
- LIKE YOU MADRIK – Has disqualification issues and was disqualified last time out at Ecommoy on 22 June. In very good form before that and has a winning chance
- KELLE PONT VAUTIER – Unreliable and finished 7th in a claimer at Avranches over 2725m on 20 July. Better on grass; others are preferred
- LUMIERE MIKA – Disqualified in her last four starts, the latest at Clairefontaine-Deauville on 14 July. Has struggled all year and is best watched for now
- KALIE DU BLEQUIN – Poor form all year and disqualified last time out at Lignières on 13 July. Not easy to trust and needs to improve significantly
- KING FLY – On a long losing run but not disgraced when 5th in Class E at Cherbourg over 2625m on 17 July. Can improve and make the frame
- LOZEN DE BANVILLE – Unreliable but was runner-up in a claimer at Vincennes over this distance on 13 May. Can go one better in this line-up
- KILL THE BLUES – Has struggled recently and finished 8th in Class F at Les Andelys over 2525m on 6 July. Needs to improve to feature
- KOSAK DU FER – Major disqualification issues and faulted again last time out at this track on 28 June. Capable of a surprise when staying on the trot
- KELLE EAU – Disappointing form of late and finished 8th in Class D at Cabourg over 2725m on 18 July. Did much better earlier this year and can bounce back and be a threat
Summary: LOZEN DE BANVILLE (7) is proven in this category and should make a bold bid to score over a distance that clearly suits. LIKE YOU MADRIK (2) fluffed his lines with a disqualification on the grass but was in good form before that and is a lively danger. KELLE EAU (10) has done well at this level and is clearly not out of it. KING FLY (6) is not easy to trust but is likely to improve dropped to this division.
SELECTIONS
LOZEN DE BANVILLE (7) – LIKE YOU MADRIK (2) – KELLE EAU (10) – KING FLY (6)
C7 – PRIX DE LA PORTE POUCHET – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 35,000 - MANNINEN SEVEN – Showed improvement and was victorious in Class F at Laval over 2850m on 6 March. Returns from a break but can double up
- MORE LOVE DUCAMPUS – Has disqualification isues and faulted last time out at Mons on 4 July. Quite capable of making the frame when wise
- MYROS DE PALMA AR – Showed some improvement when winning in Class F at Laon over 225m on 29 June. Tougher task this time but has a place chance
- MARBRE D’ERABLE – Disqualified in three of his five starts so far, including last time out in Class E over this track and trip on 10 July. Has the ability to win when wise
- MIRAKALU MANAZIF – Showed what he is capable of when scoring in Class F at Sablé-sur-Sarthe over 2825m on 29 June. Can have more to offer and must be given respect
- MAESTRO DES SARTS – Unreliable and finished tenth last time out at Vincennes over 2100m on 19 November. Should need this run returning from a break
- MALICIOSO – Unreliable and was 5th in Class E at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2150m on 24 July. More is needed to win this race
- MANGA DES RACQUES – Only modest of late and finished 6th in Class D at this track over 2875m on 17 July. Could surprise this shorter distance
- MISTER CASH – Has major disqualification issues and faulted last time out at Avranches on 20 July. Hard to trust and is unlikely to win
Summary: MANNINEN SEVEN (1) was an impressive winner when last seen at Laval in March. He returns from a break but could be fit enough to score. MARBRE D’ERABLE (4) has talent but also has disqualification issues. MIRAKALU MANAZIF (5) was a solid winner at Sablé-sur-Sarthe and must be given respect. MORE LOVE DUCAMPUS (2) is hard to trust but is another capable of getting involved in the finish.
SELECTIONS
MANNINEN SEVEN (1) – MARBRE D’ERABLE (4) – MIRAKALU MANAZIF (5) – MORE LOVE DUCAMPUS (2)
C8 – PRIX D’AIX EN PROVENCE – 2250m (a1m1/2) – Class C Race – Mounted – EUR € 53,000 - LAKANA DE FELLIERE – Disqualified in class C at Enghien over 2875m on 5 July. Victorious on three occasions this year and was unlucky last time out. Can make amends
- LOVELY CHENEVIERE – Yet to win a race but was 4th in class C at this track over 2875m on 5 July. Might play a minor role
- LETTRE D’AMOUR – Unreliable and was 5th in class C at this track over 2875m on 2 July. Could play a minor role at very best
- LAMBADA DU GOUTIER – Disqualified at Vincennes over 2850m on 22 June. Has major disqualification issues and is best watched for now
- KOBALT DU VALLON – Disqualified in class C at Enghien over 2250m on 5 July. Capable of better and is not out of it if wise this time
- LOTUS ZEN – Unreliable and was isqualified in class B at Vincennes over 2850m on 10 June. Victorious in May and can bounce back and be a threat
- KALIMERO JASMA – Very consistent and was runner-up in class C over this track and trip on 5 July. Be right there at the finish
- KASBAH PERRINE – On a long liosing run and was 5th in class C over this track and distance on 5 July. Needs to do more to win
Summary: LAKANA DE FELLIERE (1) has been good all year and was fighting out the finish before faulting at this track. She can make amends and take out this lucky last race. KALIMERO JASMA (7) is threatening to win and should be right there at the finish again. LOTUS ZEN (6) is clearly better than his last-start disqualification suggests and is not out of it if staying on the trot. KOBALT DU VALLON (5) is also not ruled out from winning.
SELECTIONS
LAKANA DE FELLIERE (1) – KALIMERO JASMA (7) – LOTUS ZEN (6) – KOBALT DU VALLON (5)
R4 BREHAL(Les Mielles) [R-H]
C4 – GRAND PRIX SUPER U BREHAL – 3400m (a2m1/8) – Class A Race – Harness – EUR € 50,000
- IVOIRE DAIRPET – In good shape and was runner-up in class F at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2775m on 12 July. Has shown improvement. Could play a minor role
- GENERAL MITCHELL – Finished 7th in class E at Saint-Pierre-La-Cour over 2600m on 14 July. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
- INDICE DELADOU – Victorious in Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 30 June. Tougher task in this line-up and others make more appeal
- IMELDA – Disqualified in class D at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 7July. Victorious in May but others are preferred
- JULIANA DE RETZ – Disqualified in class E at Segre over 2700m on 20 July. Has major disqualification issues and others are preferred
- IGGYPOP D’HERFRAIE – Not disgraced when 5th in class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 27 June. Victorious in March and is barefoot, Not out of it
- FAKIR DE L’AULNE – In good form and finished 3rd in class A at Rambouillet over 2800m on 11 May. Victorious in April and is barefoot. Has a winning chnce
- FURIOSO FLIGNY – In good form and finished 3rd in class D at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 7 July. Victorious in June and is in decent form. Consider
- HASARD D’ERABLE – Much improved of late and was runner-up in class D at Le Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 16 July. Can get involved with the finish
- FALCO DES ROCHERS – Finished 8th in class B at Cabourg over 2750m on 18 July. On a long losing streak and needs improvement to win
- HAITIAN FIGHT SONG – A runner-up in class B at Vincennes over 2700m on 7 February when barefoot. Likely to need this run returning from break
- ILAYA – Only modest of late and finished 9th in class C at Marseille-Borély over 2300m on 7 May. Unreliable and others make more appeal
- HALICIA BELLA – In good shape and was runner up in class B at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2625m on 13 July. Should be right there at the finish
- HARMONISTA – Disappointing last run when 7th in a Group 3 race at Toulouse over 2950m on 18 June. Victorious in May over 3000m and has a place chance if smart
- GRECO BELLO – Only moderate of late and was 8th in class A at La Roche-Posay over 3150m on 1 June. Did better earlier this year and could be the surprise package of the race
- HIDALGO DES NOES – Disqualified in class A at Royan La Palmyre over 3100m on 20 July. Unreliable but is capable of earning some minor money
- HANNIBAL TUILERIE – In very good form and was runner-up in class A at Carentan over 2850m on 6 July. Victorious in June and can go one better
- GRACE DU DIGEON – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in Class A at Carentan over 2850m on 6 July. Returns barefoot but needs to do more to beat these rivals
Summary: HANNIBAL TUILERIE (17) has performed very well in this series so far and gets an ideal opportunity to secure a victory. The longer distance will suit him. HASARD D’ERABLE (9) is talented and in good form, so he can be involved in the finish once again. HALICIA BELLA (13) is not reliable but is quite capable of making the frame. IGGYPOP D’HERFRAIE (6) steps up in distance but would not be a surprise winner.
SELECTIONS
HANNIBAL TUILERIE (17) – HASARD D’ERABLE (9) – HALICIA BELLA (13) – IGGYPOP D’HERFRAIE (6)
R5 LE TOUQUET(LaCanche) [R-H]
C1 – PRIX JEAN TROGNEUX – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 9,600
- LADY LUCK – Fair latest when sixth over 1600m at Parislongchamp in Handicap on 10 July. Others have a stronger winning chance
- ELVETICA – Won over 2500m at Aix Les Bains in Claimer on 9 July. Drop in distance should not be an issue and she must be considered
- MON BLACK DU LIVET – Is better than his last start when seventh over 1950m at Chateaubriant in Maiden on 25 June. If finding the form of his penultimate run, he should be competitive
- BUFFALO WOMAN – Comes into this contest with decent form. Finished third over 1850m at Vichy in Claimer on 17 July. She is one of the leading contenders
- RAKAN – Showed some signs of a form return when fifth over 1800m at Aix Les Bains in Claimer on 9 July. Can feature if confirming recent improvement
- THE PLOT – Yet to show any promise. Finished eighth over 2100m at Vittel in Handicap on 7 July. Look elsewhere
- MIAIMAOU – Inconsistent form. Finished third over 2100m at Vittel in Handicap on 7 July. Chance if putting best foot forward
- MOSAIQUE ARDENTE – Finished seventh over 2500m at Aix Les Bains in Maiden on 5 July. Has scope to improve but others look stronger
- ROSALITA – Fair latest when fourth over 1950m at Chateaubriant in Claimer on 10 July. Should have a say in the outcome of this contest
- WHYWHYWHY DELILAH – Finished sixth in all three runs this year, the latest of which was over 1850m at Vichy in Claimer on 17 July. More needed to win this
Summary: MON BLACK DU LIVET (3) is better than his last start at Chateaubriant suggests. His penultimate run when second at Evreux catches the eye. Jerome Claudic retains the ride, and he may be the horse to side with. BUFFALO WOMAN (4) comes into this contest in decent form. She jumps from pole position and should go close. RAKAN (5) showed improvement when fifth at Aix Les Bains on 9 July. He can feature if confirming that effort. ROSALITA (9) ran a fair race when fourth on 10 July. She carries a nice weight and can show.
SELECTIONS
MON BLACK DU LIVET (3) – BUFFALO WOMAN (4) – RAKAN (5) – ROSALITA (9)
C2 – PRIX DE LA VILLE DU TOUQUET PARIS-PLAGE – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Flat – EUR € 15,600 - ODEMAR – Finished third in Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Parislongchamp on 5 June. Can finish in the placings
- WEDGEWOOD PEARL – Has good form lines to her credit. Finished third in Class 2 Handicap over 2100m at Saint-Cloud on 19 May. She is the horse to beat
- BAD BOY – Unplaced over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in Class 2 Handicap on 6 March. Returns from a rest and may need this outing
- BIALYSTOK – Finished sixth in first run this year over 2000m at Chantilly in Class 2 Conditional on 8 July. Should strip much fitter
- LUC SUR MER – Returned to winning ways over 2400m at La-Roche-Posay in Class 4 Conditional on 15 June. Merits healthy respect
- DIAMOND VENDOME – Fair form. Finished sixth in Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Vichy on 14 July. Drops to Class 4 and she is one of the leading contenders
- NO BAY – Has raced over the hurdles in both runs this year. Returns to flat racing and will be better suited to further
- VILLA DARYA – Is better than latest when unplaced over 2000m at Parislongchamp in Class 2 Handicap on 11 May. Chance if finding form of penultimate run
Summary: WEDGEWOOD PEARL (2) comes into this contest in good form. She finished third against stronger at Saint-Cloud on 19 May. She should be involved at the finish. DIAMOND VENDOME (6) has been campaigning against stronger and drops in class. She is one of the leading contenders. LUC SUR MER (5) returned to winning ways at La-Roche-Posay on 15 June and merits healthy respect. VILLA DARYA (8) is better than her last start against stronger at Parislongchamp. If finding the form of her penultimate run, she should be competitive.
SELECTIONS
WEDGEWOOD PEARL (2) – DIAMOND VENDOME (6) – LUC SUR MER (5) – VILLA DARYA (8)
C3 – PRIX DE L’HOTEL WESTMINSTER – 1300m (a6f1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,400 - LATTAASH – Supplemented for this race. Unplaced over 1400m at Parislongchamp in Class 3 Claimer on 10 July. May find this difficult
- HIGH VIOLET – Unplaced over 1400m at Strasbourg in Class 4 Handicap on 25 June. Others have a stronger winning chance
- MICHELANGELO – Has decent recent form lines to his name. Finished fourth in Class 4 Handicap over 1600m at Vichy on 17 July. Chance with luck in running
- BAILEYS ILLUSION – Ran a fair race when fourth over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 4 July. Chance if repeating that effort in this contest
- WIKENDA – Unplaced in first outing this year over 1400m at Compiegne in Class 3 Handicap on 27 June. More needed to win
- UNE PEINTURE – Fair latest when fourth over 1600m at Chantilly in Class 4 Claiming Handicap on 8 July. Place chance at best in this field
- MONSIEURVALCHOP – Returned to form when second over 1200m at Aix Les Bains in Class 4 Handicap on 9 July. Will be a threat if confirming recent improvement
- GIORGIANA – Has good form this year. Finished third over 1200m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 13 June. She returns to Class 4 and is a big runner
- LE CENTRAL – Unplaced over 1100m at Dieppe in Class 3 Handicap on 7 July. Needs to produce best form to have a say here
- THE CAT’S – Has lost best form. Finished eighth over 1100m at Dieppe in Class 3 Handicap on 7 July. Drops back in class and can improve to place
- PERMENTON – Fair last two starts. Finished fifth over 1200m at Chantilly in Class 3 Handicap on 24 June. He will need luck from the awkward barrier position
- SCORE – Moderate latest when eighth over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 4 July. Look elsewhere
- BEST SIXTEEN – Finished seventh over 1400m at Strasbourg in Class 4 Handicap on 25 June. Chance if finding form of penultimate run
- MON SIOUX – Is better than his last start when unplaced over 1600m at Clairefontaine in Class 3 Handicap on 11 July. Drop back in distance and chance on previous form
Summary: GIORGIANA (8) has good form this year. She finished third in Class 3 at Saint-Cloud on 13 June. She drops back in class and has a winning chance. MONSIEURVALCHOP (7) returned to form when second on 9 July and will be a threat if repeating that effort. BAILEYS ILLUSION (4) is inconsistent but comes off a fair fourth-place finish. She jumps from a good draw and cannot be discounted. MON SIOUX (14) is better than his last start at Clairefontaine. He drops back in distance and should be right there.
SELECTIONS
GIORGIANA (8) – MONSIEURVALCHOP (7) – BAILEYS ILLUSION (4) – MON SIOUX (14)
C4 – PRIX SEA BIRD – 1300m (a6f1/2) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 11,400 - SUGAR DADDY – Showed improvement when fourth over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in Maiden on 4 July. Is coming along the right way and should go close
- REDOUTABLE – Is better than latest when seventh over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in Maiden on 10 June. Is a big runner if finding form of penultimate run
- RENCONTRE SPORTIVE – Finished third on debut over 1350m at Cholet in Maiden on 30 June. Should make the natural improvement
- ASIF ALI – Ran a good race when second over 1200m at Aix Les Bains in Maiden on 5 July. Is a progressive type and should be right there
- OCEAN STAR – Finished fifth over 1400m at Compiegne in Claimer on 27 June. Others have a stronger winning chance
- BAKI CHOPE – Has finished second in both starts, the latest of which was over 1100m at Angers in Class 3 Conditional on 26 April. Cannot be discounted
- ONE EDITION – Finished seventh on debut over 1500m at Saint-Cloud in Unraced on 9 July. Needs to show improvement
- CLAIRE SOPHIE – First timer by City Light out of the Dream Ahead mare, Pupchen. Jerome Claudic rides and the betting market must be monitored
- TZIGANE – First timer by Yafta out of the Literato mare, Inarretable. Watch the betting market
- GUA LIPA – Unraced daughter of Cloth Of Stars out of the Rock Of Gibraltar mare, Gua Ginger. The betting market will be a good guide
Summary: REDOUTABLE (2) is better than his last start at Saint-Cloud. He is a big runner if finding the form of his penultimate run when third. SUGAR DADDY (1) made the natural improvement when fourth on 4 July. He is coming along the right way and is one of the leading contenders. ASIF ALI (4) comes off a good second-place finish on 5 July. He is not far off notching up his first-career victory. GUA LIPA (10) is an unraced daughter of Cloth Of Stars. The betting market will be the best guide with regards to her chances.
SELECTIONS
REDOUTABLE (2) – SUGAR DADDY (1) – ASIF ALI (4) – GUA LIPA (10)
C5 – PRIX DU CASINO BARRIERE LE TOUQUET PARIS-PLAGE – 1300m (a6f1/2) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 10,100 - BREIZHY BOY – Ran a good race on the 13th of June over 1200m at Marseille Borely and can get a lot closer. Strong claims
- YAKFEEK – Ran 4th at Chantilly on the 13th of February over 1300m i n a weak claimer and should need this run before we see the best of him. Hard to fancy
- LEGAL EAGLE – Has not shone thus far, finished near last, last time at Dieppe and is hard to make a case for. Pass by
- STYLE DE MIMI – Surely has plenty scope to build on debut 7th at Vichy and could be the place value for the quartet. Include for place bets
- PASCAL’S PRIDE – Will need to build on recent 9th finish at Dieppe over 1400m and probably can. Include as the place value for the quartet
- AURORA BOREALIS – Fair form thus far, finished 6th at Dieppe on the 24th of May over 1400m and rates the one to beat. Win choice
- DUCKSFLYTOGETHER – Has shown zero in both starts and needs plenty improvement to feature in this. Best to ignore
- KOULIKORO – Placed 3rd at Les Sables over 1200m last time and is lightly raced. Should go close to getting it all right. Strong each way chance
- MARCIABAILA SPIGAO – Only managed a 7th place finish at Strasbourg over 1400m last time in a claimer and that is not appealing enough. Happy to ignore
- AGAINST ALL ODDS – Makes her local start, finished 3rd at Hanovre over 1400m on the 20th of last month and can run well today. Strong place claims
- BOBROVKHA – Ignore last two starts, was 2nd at Parislongchamp before that and has serious claims on that alone. Good chance
- ARDENZA – Finished 4th on debut but fluffed the effort at the second run when 8th over 1700m. Surely can serve up better than that today. Chance
- OUT OF THE BLUE – Is a son of Yafta out of a Orpen mare that might need a few runs to learn the trade. Happy to ignore this time
- YELLOW SOMEWHERE – Makes his debut and is out of a three time winning mare. Should need the run and further but check the markets before making final decisions
Summary: AURORA BOREALIS (6) has had only a handful of races thus far and is showing some promise. His first two were good and the last two not so, but, nevertheless, has shown enough to win a race like this. His last race was at Dieppe. BREIZHY BOY (1) ran a good race last time when 3rd at Marseille Borely and can go very close to getting it all right. AGAINST ALL ODDS (10) makes the French debut and could threaten first time here. KOULIKORO (8) has a massive place chance.
SELECTIONS
AURORA BOREALIS (6) – BREIZHY BOY (1) – AGAINST ALL ODDS (10) – KOULIKORO (8)
C6 – PRIX DU PMU – 1300m (a6f1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,400 - KAKHOVKA – She was an encouraging 3rd at Vichy over 1400m in a Handicap on the 16th of this month and rates a huge chance. Include in everything
- BIG BOOTS – His current form has been on the decline over various tracks and trips and is hard to assess and fancy as a result. Prefer others
- INTUITION – She is taking forever to get it all right but is earning along the way. Others chosen for the win but can obviously place
- RUE MIA – Taking an age to win the maiden, finished way back in 10th place at Dieppe last time and form before that is not very encouraging either. Hard to make a case for
- VALENTO – Hard to make any case for on current form which has been on the decline over various tracks and trips. Pass by
- LOVE HER – Much better effort last time when 4th at Vittel over 1300m in Handicap class and can earn again. First four chance
- JUMANO – He is holding form, finished a creditable 2nd at Saint-Cloud on the 4th of this month and has strong winning claims. Leading runner
- ACREGATE – Long time maiden, been racing elsewhere and not successfully. Would be a shock if winning or placing. Hard to make a case for
- MILL LANE – Taking time to record the next win, finished 5th at Clairefontaine over 1600m last time and others will be way the stronger. Best to overlook
- ABRASSO – Holding form, finished 3rd at Chantilly over 1200m in a competitive Handicap on the 20th of this month and can go close. Strong each way chance
- PALIMERO – Comes into the race a winner on the 4th of July over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in a Handicap and can follow up. Bright chance
- TWO TWO TWO – Finished 13th last time but did manage a moderate 4th before that over 1100m in a Handicap at Dieppe. Prefer others and can be passed by
- BAWE ISLAND – Last time finished 12th, the time before that 12th and before that 10th. Is clearly battling and it is best to overlook this one
- GRACEHILL – Was victorious at Vitteaux over 2600m earlier this month and could follow up but others are chosen for the win. Place claims
Summary: JUMANO (7) is knocking loudly at the door and making huge threats of winning his next race. He last ran at Saint-Cloud over 1400m and looks hard to oppose. KAKHOVKA (1) is a model of consistency and can be given very serious, strong each way claims. ABRASSO (10) is taking time for the next win but is holding form and can finish in the first three. Bright chance. PALIMERO (11) has a first four finish chance.
SELECTIONS
JUMANO (7) – KAKHOVKA (1) – ABRASSO (10) – PALIMERO (11)
C7 – PRIX HENRI VAN DE POELE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 10,100 - NOW THE EAGLE – Ignore last run when 7th, judge on penultimate effort when 3rd over 2650m at Chateaubriant. Each way claims
- IKKO – Has placed 4 from 4 and should be right there at the finish. Placed and attractive 2nd at Chateaubriant over 2650m in a Handicap last time and can go one more. Good chance
- MAYAMAR – Placed 4th at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 2150m on the 25th of February and despite probably needing the run, can race fresh and well. Place chance
- TOUR DE MONDE – Will need to build on the two efforts that we have seen thus far and others should be way the stronger. Best to overlook
- FILLE DU HAVRE – Two good efforts, finished 3rd at Compiegne over 2800m on the 27th of June and can go close to winning. Strong winning chance
- DAME MEVANWI – She can build on debut 9th place at Dieppe over 2200m but will need to. Prefer others
- QUI EVIDAMENT QUI – Will need to do way more than last run when 13th at Parislongchamp and is hard to make a case for. Pass by
- ELLA GRANDE – A daughter of Moises Has out of a Muhtathir mare that might need the run first up and it is wise to check the market trends as race time looms
Summary: FILLE DU HAVRE (5) has shown in both runs thus far that she has some ability and should win very soon, if not today. IKKO (2) is steadily progressing with racing and has finished 2nd in his last two and he will be a huge danger to the first suggestion. NOW THE EAGLE (1) has posted one good run from three starts and surely has more to offer. Respect and include for all bets. MAYAMAR (3) is a natural inclusion in the quartet and in fact, all bets.
SELECTIONS – FILLE DU HAVRE (5) – IKKO (2) – NOW THE EAGLE (1) – MAYAMAR (3)
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