French Selections Friday 5th

R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX ELECTRA – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 59,000

GALEO D’AMARO – Makes first Vincennes start for almost 2 years after a much-needed Chateaubriant conditioner on 11 November. Has form in the day’s formula and has the wherewithal to get a look in
GASSMAN D’ESSA – Modest individual with better prospects in the claiming division and has no realistic chance
FLAMBEUR DU DIGEON – Blows hot and cold but is no slouch when focused, and won this race 12 months ago. Is unlikely to get his nose in front this time but Paul Ploquin stays faithful, enjoys a good draw, and has a realistic shot at making the frame
FERVENTE – Not the most dependable horse here but has shown a liking for these shorter trips. Will be fully-fit by now, seldom disappoints for Eric Raffin, and is not about to start now. Chance
GUESS FOUTEAU – Quality mare that consistently gives everything she has. Dominated a number of these last time here and can bring home the bacon on this occasion
FALCO DU HAMEL – Heavily-campaigned veteran that has done nothing of note since last summer and despite the good draw is still a rank outsider
GRAHIKA – Back under harness following some excellent monte efforts here recently. Has placed in both harness starts over the main track and from the front row can give this a good go. First 5
GIBALDI DE HOUELLE – Unremarkable 6th of 15 in a 2100m claimer over the inner course a week ago. Starts wide on front line and others preferred
FULGURER – Previously a good sort but has struggled since twice moving yards and can be confidently ruled out
GRAZIELA D’EL – Put in a good effort to come 5th of 14 in a Class D over course and distance in late-October. Has no 7yos or 8yos to contend with this time and despite the draw still looks dangerous
GAI LOGIS – Tough element making first appearance since late-September. Will be barefoot for re-entry, presents respectable Vincennes credentials, and can play a role if Kristof Depuydt successfully navigates the start
GOLDY SMILE – Showed marked improvement when 2nd of 16 in a 2450m Caen Class E 3 weeks ago. Has never produced the goods here though and represents a minor place chance at best
GLOUGLOU D’EMI – Won a Lisieux Class E early last month but failed to confirm when trounced at Châteaubriant 10 days later, and can expect to have few friends
GRANTCHESTER – Produced 2 good runs in the provinces before being dominated in a 2850m Class E here a month ago and is unlikely to ruffle any feathers
GO CHICAGO – Has been a total write-off all year, has never delivered at Vincennes, and is not about to change his ways
FUNKY BERRY – Ran 5th at Saint-Galmier before coming 4th of 16 in a Paray-le-Monial Class E 2.5 weeks ago, but has pulled a rough number and chances appear limited
Summary: Wonderfully-entered here, nicely-placed behind the car, and with a race under her belt since the break, GUESS FOUTEAU (5) will be barefoot for her first objective of the winter meeting and can impose for the first time in 13 months. Franck Nivard will still be mindful of the Eric Raffin-partnered FERVENTE (4) who will be similarly barefoot following a brace of conditioners. GRAZIELA D’EL (10) has been less-fortunate with the draw but will be shod as she was when 5th under these conditions in late-October and must be taken seriously. FLAMBEUR DU DIGEON (3) got back in the game under the saddle at Enghien in mid-October, returns fresh, and will be competitive when it matters.
SELECTIONS
GUESS FOUTEAU (5) – FERVENTE (4) – GRAZIELA D’EL (10) – FLAMBEUR DU DIGEON (3)
C2 – PRIX PHOBOS – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 40,000
LATINA TOURNIBOIS – Quality filly that has not put a foot wrong since the spring. Went close on sole appearance over track and trip and, even though forced to start on the rail, she will still be competitive for a place cheque
LYRA POTERIE – Made up for a pair of eliminations when 3rd of 15 in a 2700m Class D here on 21 November. Is unlikely to repeat but with Benjamin Rochard reining will be afforded every chance
LUNA D’ARNHEM – Kicked 2025 off in good order but has been very disappointing for past 5 months and appears to be biting off more than she can chew
LINOTTE DU MOUCHEL – Ran reassuring 4th of 15, a place behind LYRA POTERIE (2), in a 2700m Class D here on 21 November. Will not be sent out at 115-1 this time but will not be as competitive either
LILIE D’OMAHA – Serious sort taking to 2100m of the main track for the first time. Will be at peak fitness and, barefoot as she was when imposing here before the break, looks the one to beat
LOUNA DU LOCHEUR – Excellent campaigner that has not put a foot wrong all year. Is clearly close to winning another and steps up in category with a reasonable chance of pulling it off
LADY STARLIGHT – 5th of 15 behind LYRA POTERIE (2), on return from a break, in a 2700m Class D here 2 weeks ago. Is sure to have come on for the race and is not incapable of finishing closer
LEA D’ATOUT – Faces first goal of the winter meeting after 3 conditioners. Has form with Mathieu Mottier, will be barefoot, and is not to be underestimated
LA VISTA HAUFOR – Should not be condemned for losing her action in a 2850m Class D here a week ago. Handed a wide first-row draw but form is not in question and David Thomain will be keen to put things right
LUNA HAUFOR – Got back in the winners’ enclosure after prevailing in a 2850m Class E here 2.5 weeks ago. Takes on a better lot this time, and breaks from 2nd line, but must not be overlooked
LOUISIANE KAT – Capable on a good day and will be barefoot for the occasion but has not raced since March and is unlikely to upset the status quo
LOVELY GODIVA – Versatile filly that won over 2700m here in September, but has twice failed to confirm and chances appear slim
LILOU DE GUOZ – Versatile element that stayed on well to keep 2nd in a Class E under these conditions a fortnight back. Forced to start on back row but with Jean-Michel Bazire in the bike can play a leading role
LILY ROSE MYSTIC – Talented but tricky sort making first start since losing her action at Enghien in early-October. Shoes fitted for first start back and best to hold off
LONG LEGEND – Pleased more than once here last winter but has struggled with form since returning after the summer and must first reassure
LADY DU CHENE – Mixes the good with the less good but nevertheless has form under these conditions. Stays shod for comeback though and best to keep one’s powder dry
Summary: A number of horses in the running here but it is still easy to fancy LILIE D’OMAHA (5) who has had the benefit of 3 return runs; she excels when barefoot and from the 5-spot is just preferred to LOUNA DU LOCHEUR (6) who steps up in category after having confirmed her good course-and-distance performance at Mauquenchy. Runner-up under these conditions a fortnight ago on just her second start back, LILOU DE GUOZ (13) has been handed a tough number but she has been reconfigured and Matthieu Abrivard has drafted in JMB for the occasion. The in-form LATINA TOURNIBOIS (1) has taken her game to a new level since starting to race barefoot and ran 2nd under these conditions during the summer.
SELECTIONS
LILIE D’OMAHA (5) – LOUNA DU LOCHEUR (6) – LILOU DE GUOZ (13) – LATINA TOURNIBOIS (1)
C3 – PRIX CALLIOPE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 35,000
LOUKY DE BAULON – Stayed on well to finish close 3rd of 16 in a Class E over course and distance 11 days ago. Is not about to get his nose in front but still has the wherewithal to challenge for a place in the frame
LEOLIO – Unremarkable element back under harness after faulting in a monte Class E here 3 weeks ago, and will have nothing to offer
LUPIN DU BOURG – Returned from his autumn break in excellent form, latterly 2nd in a Reims Class F 12 days ago. Has thrived since moving stables, has been re-shod for the occasion, and must be respected
LEO PERRINE – Has stumbled just the once since being reconfigured during the summer. Races first-time barefoot as he steps up in category but still looks no more than a minor place chance
LET’S GO HAUFOR – Put a pair of eliminations behind him to win a 3000m Chateaubriant Class F on 11 November and could well repeat if Damien Bonne keeps him focused
LE GRAND MASSIF – Has been completely off the boil since imposing at Saint-Galmier in August and can expect to have few friends
LOULOU BOY – Returns to racing barefoot after a brace of comeback runs here. Is confirmed with the day’s driver and has a realistic chance of opening his winter account
LORKY RED – Won in the provinces in early-summer but was eliminated in next six starts and others easier to trust
LAVALO BELLO – Put in a good showing when 4th of 14 in a 3150m Saint-Brieuc Class E on re-entry early last month. Is reunited with Benjamin Rochard for the occasion and looks a contender this time
L’ALPHA DE LAUNI – Left a very good impression when 3rd of 16, a place behind LORIQUET (14), in a 2700m Class F at Le Croise-Laroche 11 days ago. Is new to Vincennes but should take well to the new conditions and can figure prominently
LATINO LA MAZURE – Began to get back in the game during the autumn but has since lost his way and is not about to spring any surprises
LOU PANTAIL – Quality colt making first appearance since last March. Shoes on and will have other ambitions
LOEK DE REUX – Sent for a rest after imposing on the Riviera in August. Runs barefoot for 2nd start since the break, but cannot be considered a priority on main-track debut
LORIQUET – Dependable trotter that ran a fine 2nd of 16 in a 2700m Class F at Le Croise-Laroche on 24 November. Enjoys a good entry, will be reined by Franck Nivard, and looks competitive for a first-5 cheque
LEONARDO TURGOT – Returns to the harness code after losing his action under the saddle at Reims on 10 November. Paul Ploquin in the bike this time but others still preferred
LARABIEN – Unable to confirm Chartres victory when 8th of 14 behind LOUKY DE BAULON (1) in a Class E over track and trip on 24 November. Is plainly in good shape though and with some luck in running can get in on the action
Summary: Barefoot for his first assignment of the winter meeting, and reunited with Eric Raffin who won with him last summer, LOULOU BOY (7) looks a marginally better choice than the capricious LET’S GO HAUFOR (5) who has won the last 2 races he has finished, and LAVALO BELLO (9) who makes his Vincennes debut after having reassured at Saint-Brieuc early last month. LOUKY DE BAULON (1) gave a fine account on his recent Vincennes bow and Jean-Michel Bazire will be in the bike once more.
SELECTIONS
LOULOU BOY (7) – LET’S GO HAUFOR (5) – LAVALO BELLO (9) – LOUKY DE BAULON (1)
C4 – PRIX BRASILIA – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 46,000
KNOK – Dependable element for the most part making first start since running 4th of 15 in a 2700m Class C here in late-September. Has placed in 2 of 3 for Mathieu Mottier and can again finish close
KELLOU DES BRUMES – Given a course-and-distance freshener on 18 November after winning well at Caen a month earlier. Is barefoot for the occasion and is in with a realistic shout of finishing close
KAISER CHANCE – Back under harness after running moderate 5th of 11 in a 2700m monte Class D here last weekend. Has form at the venue but looks an outsider this time around
KOUROUX – Produced a pair of good performances, including over 2100m here, before finishing 8th behind KNOK (1) in a 2700m Class C in late-October. Is not about to cause an upset but can still get in on the action
KENTUCKY SOMOLLI – A good campaigner with decent form over these shorter trips. Has been off the track since 5 October but is confirmed in superior company and could well win this
KOMEO DU DOME – Moves up the category-ladder after winning 3 of last 4. Appreciates Vincennes, placed on sole start over course and distance, and cannot be ruled out
KWARTZ SIBEY – Pleased here in late-October before running 4th of 14 in a Nantes Class A 2.5 weeks ago. Takes on a tougher lot on this occasion though and is unlikely to spice things up
KIROMAN – Surprise 6th behind KNOK (1) in a 2700m Class C in late-October. Has never shown much love for Vincennes though and the wide draw will not help matters
KELMEC – Never far from faulting but has ample ability which he showed off over longer here 3 weeks ago, setting his fastest time in the process. Is never far off the mark when focused and has a realistic chance of imposing
KAID MARTIN – Ran 3rd at Challans before coming 4th of 16 behind KELMEC (9) in a 2700m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Has pulled a tough number but Franck Nivard stays faithful and can guide him in for another first-5 cheque
KOQUERY DU BUISSON – Has decent Vincennes references and has previously imposed under these conditions, but is unlikely to spring any surprises
KOQUIN D’AMOUR – Serious trotter that has never failed to deliver over 2100m on the main track, but is still being conditioned and cannot be regarded a priority
KEOPS BEGONIA – Acquitted himself well to come 4th of 14 in a Class D over track and trip 11 days ago. Reliability not his strong suit and in this company will have his work cut out
KRACKER PIYA – Fine sort that finished an excellent 3rd of 13 in a 2875m Argentan Class A on 2 November. Won under these conditions almost a year ago, is presently in top condition, and despite the draw will have his chances
KRISTO STAR – Sprang a 56-1 surprise when victorious in a 2700m Class E here 2 weeks ago. A repeat, however, seems most improbable
KING D’HERMES – 5th behind KELMEC (9) in a 2700m Class D here 3 weeks ago, on just 2nd start back. Will be fully-fit by now and even though handed an unfavourable draw must not be overlooked. JMB reining, attention
Summary: Even though unraced for 2 months, KENTUCKY SOMOLLI (5) return to conditions he appreciates, is nicely-positioned behind the car, and can get straight back in the game. KELMEC (9) has not been quite as fortunate with the draw, but he is plainly in good form and will be justifiably well-supported. KELLOU DES BRUMES (2) is a tough nut to crack when competitively-shod and focused, and the draw will do his chances no harm. KRACKER PIYA (14) did what was asked of him on his first goal of the winter and, winner of his only start over course and distance, must be considered a serious proposition. Confirmed over 2100m of the main track, KNOK (1) comes here fresh, with Mathieu Mottier reining, and will be competitive for some prizemoney.
SELECTIONS
KENTUCKY SOMOLLI (5) – KELMEC (9) – KELLOU DES BRUMES (2) – KRACKER PIYA (14)
C5 – PRIX MENKALINAN – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 35,000
MAMMA MIA DE LOU – Got off the mark mid-November when comfortably winning a Mauquenchy Class F. Faces a very different challenge this time though and can be passed over
MAGIQUE HAUFOR – Serious filly that could well have won both of her recent Vincennes starts had she stayed trotting. Is learning the game with every run and it will not be long before she starts to come good again. Claim
MALOLA DES RIOULTS – Won 2 of 3 prior to faulting in a monte Class E under these conditions on 24 November. Is not priority but should give an honourable account if applied
MEDUSA DU PONT – Hardy element that ran a place behind MARINA SOMOLLI (12) at Laval before being eliminated at Graignes on 20 November. Form is not in question though and Franck Ouvrie will be keen to put things right
MY LOVE AFFAIR – 5th behind MARINA SOMOLLI (12) at Laval before coming 3rd of 8 finishers in a Class E over course and distance 2 weeks ago. Takes on a marginally better lot this time but can still make her presence felt
MAMZELLE D’HERIPRE – Tricky sort that dominated a 2550m Reims Class F 12 days ago. Was eliminated here earlier in the month, but can play a part if Romain Derieux gets her off on the right foot
MALAGA DU DIGEON – Useful sort back under harness after running 2nd in a monte Class E over 2700m here on 24 November. Has no left-handed harness references and seems to be here for reasons of conditioning
MAUNY DE PLAY – Capable filly that pleased on sole start over the main track, but has not been seen out since July and will be race-rusty
MI FA SOL – Quality but lightly-campaigned element with a pair of conditioners under her belt following a lengthy layoff. Is clearly in competition-mode this time and will not be far off the mark
MAMOUNIA DE LUBLE – Not without merit but looks destined for a career in the provinces and can be ruled out
MILADY DE MONTCEAU – Unexceptional type that has never shown any liking for the venue and will have nothing to contribute
MARINA SOMOLLI – Returned to winning ways at Rambouillet before just missing out at Laval a month back. Has had time to freshen up and looks a leading contender on Vincennes bow
MILADY OF PARIS – Most unlucky not to finish closer than 4th in a 2700m Graignes Class E a fortnight ago but is plainly in shape and will have her chances if kept out of harm’s way
MY PRINCESS HAUFOR – Terrifically-engaged filly that ran close over 2700m here earlier in the year but has not been seen out since July and will have few friends
Summary: Even though eliminated more often than not, MAGIQUE HAUFOR (2) is a filly of considerable means; she has twice shown her form here over recent weeks and can make this her own if Damien Bonne keeps her trotting. MARINA SOMOLLI (12) has made good progress lately and will be no easy touch if she takes to the new profile. The nicely-entered MILADY OF PARIS (13) did not enjoy the best of runs at Graignes recently but with David Thomain back in the bike should redeem herself. A decent future prospect, MI FA SOL (9) will be entrusted to Benjamin Rochard and should be fully fit.
SELECTIONS
MAGIQUE HAUFOR (2) – MARINA SOMOLLI (12) – MILADY OF PARIS (13) – MI FA SOL (9)
C6 – PRIX SEMELE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 31,000
LUXEMBOURGEOISE – Opened her harness account at Chartres but failed to confirm when last of 12 at Mauquenchy next time. Sports 4 pads for ridden bow but is unlikely to create an upset
LIBERTY CASH – Has finished no closer than 4th in 10 starts under the saddle. Races barefoot for first time but still not an obvious choice
LADY BELL – Last of 11 behind LITTLE STAR (17) on monte debut in a Class E here on 10 November. Francois Lagadeuc aboard this time but still not a concern
LOUISIANE GIRL – Debuted respectably under the saddle at Challans but could manage only 8th of 11 in race of reference and will struggle to make her mark
LEDORIKA – Won at Graignes before running 2nd of 17 in a Meslay-du-Maine Class F on 23 November. Takes a step up in category but in current condition is hard to ignore
LATINA DE TILOU – Won here at first time of asking but has been eliminated in all 6 starts since. Is unraced since August and can be ignored
LADY DE DOMPIERRE – Won 2 of 3 before being eliminated in a Laval harness Class F on 1 November. Sports modified shoeing for monte debut and can get a look in as long as Alexiane Lepage keeps her focused
LADIVA DE PARIS – Has enjoyed a change in fortunes since switching codes. Has no Vincennes references and was eliminated at Caen, but sports a fresh configuration and can be brought back into the fold
LADY DES VALOIS – Made up for her summer woes by winning 2 harness events in a row. Is new to the discipline but reverts to her Laon formula, will have Pierre-Yves verve in the saddle, and is sure to generate interest
LERMINE D’OLIVERIE – Unexceptional filly that failed to deliver on sole monte outing and in present shape has no possible chance
LOUMANAS – Has 2 runs under her belt since the break during which she moved yards. Is plainly in excellent shape and with application can wrap this up
LUNOA D’ECHAL – Switches back to the ridden discipline after winning 4 of last 5 under harness. Has yet to deliver in this code but with Eric Raffin in the irons is easy to recommend for a place on the podium
L’AMIE JOSSELYN – Displayed decent aptitude last season but has struggled this year. Will be shod as she was when 7th behind LITTLE STAR (17) here on 10 November, but others still easier to back
LARA VRIE – Would have finished 4th of 13 in a 2700m harness Class F at Le Croise-Laroche late last month had she not faulted in the latter stages. Goes left-handed for first time in the code but in present form should nonetheless figure prominently
LEELOO MATCH – Takes first ridden steps after running 2nd of 10 in a 2750m Toulouse Class E in late-October. Shoes back on though and others preferred
LILA D’OCTAV – Won a brace earlier in the year but has been less-performant since. Has been freshly reconfigured though and with application could pleasantly surprise
LITTLE STAR – Gave an honourable account on return to the code here on 10 November when 5th of 11 in a Class E over course and distance. Benjamin Rochard keeps the ride and will have LOUMANAS (11) in her crosshairs
Summary: Going strong when eliminated under similar conditions early last month, LOUMANAS (11) will be barefoot and partnered by Mathieu Mottier this time, and can win this if he manages to keep her trotting. Fifth here that day, LEDORIKA (5) races first-time barefoot and, ideally-engaged, also looks a serious contender. LUNOA D’ECHAL (12) has been excelling under harness and with Eric Raffin on her back, is very easy to like. LARA VRIE (14) has shown considerable monte promise and with application can challenge for a spot on the podium.
SELECTIONS
LOUMANAS (11) – LITTLE STAR (17) – LUNOA D’ECHAL (12) – LARA VRIE (14)
C7 – PRIX EDNA – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 33,000
NATION HAUFOR – Qualified in 1’16″9 at Grosbois in early-September. Is clearly an interesting future prospect but may just need to orientate herself first
NEFERTITI DU LERRE – Qualified unexceptionally in Grosbois on 10 October and was subsequently eliminated on debut a month later. Disregard
NOUS QUATRE – Untried filly that qualified in 1’17″5 in Caen on 1 October and if as good in competition will not be far from the action
NINA SIMONE – Qualified modestly during the summer and looked just as unremarkable at Reims on debut late last month, and can be confidently ruled out
NEUILLY – Left a good impression at Alencon on 19 October, first time out. Has been afforded time to get back in shape, and with Eric Raffin in the bike cannot be ruled out
NOUMBA AS – 5th in all 3 starts to date, most recently 21 November race of reference, and is not about to spring a surprise
NINA HAGEN – Showed promise at Nantes on 16 November before coming unlucky 5th in a Class D over 2175m here late last month. Has obvious ability but may be taking on too much this time
NIZZA ROCCA – Promising filly that gave a good account of herself on re-entry 10 days ago. Benjamin Rochard in the bike this time and he can be confident of a competitive performance
NOIRE INTENSE – As good in competition as she was in qualification, winning in 1’14″3 at Laval in mid-November. In better company this time but the nature of her success augurs well for her prospects of pulling off a repeat
NUIT DE STAR – Looked ordinary when 6th of 11 in a 2850m Class D over the inner track on 13 November, and again looks out of her depth
NOVA TURGOT – Won on debut at Le Mont-Saint-Michel in late-October before coming 4th, a place behind NATURALLY STAR (12), in a 2100m Class C over the inner course 2 weeks ago, and will not be available at 23-1 this time around.
NATURALLY STAR – Comfortable winner first time out before running 3rd of 10 in a 2100m Class C over the inner course 2 weeks ago. Has bags of untapped potential and looks main threat to NOIRE INTENSE (9)
Summary: Joint-fastest qualifier here, NOIRE INTENSE (9) duly made short work of last month’s Laval debut and looks eminently capable of doubling her money. William Bigeon will still be wary of NATURALLY STAR (12) who held her own over the short course here a fortnight ago, and NIZZA ROCCA (8) who will have progressed for her encouraging comeback run at Chartres late last month. A place behind Robin Lamy’s horse last time out, NOVA TURGOT (11) should be in a position to finish in the mix.
SELECTIONS
NOIRE INTENSE (9) – NATURALLY STAR (12) – NIZZA ROCCA (8) – NOVA TURGOT (11)
C8 – PRIX CIRCINUS – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Mounted – EUR € 40,000
MARANELLO – Modest element that has shown no aptitude for either code and can be confidently ruled out
MERALAIMPER – Has yet to get off the mark but has come close more than once. Is new to Vincennes, and the discipline, but is plainly in decent form and has a reasonable chance of making first 5
MILORD DAIRPET – Takes to the main track for first time after being eliminated early in a 2200m Class E here 3 weeks ago, but cannot be considered a priority
MYTIC RENARDIER – Tricky sort with a race under his belt following the break. Is not short of ability though and can play a part if Benjamin Rochard keeps him focused
MELANCHOLY MAN – Placed at Enghien before finishing distant last of 5 in a Class D over course and distance on 18 November, and has no realistic chance
MARIO DE LA VALLEE – High-calibre individual that has not put a foot wrong since his victorious August debut and on current trajectory it is hard to see him being bested
MAMBO DE LA VALLEE – Was quickly eliminated in a Class C over course and distance 8 days ago. In less-exalted company this time and should not be far off the mark if Eric Raffin keeps him focused
MARVELOUS – Unopposed winner, on re-entry, of a 2700m Class E here 10 days ago. Returns with morale restored and will be expected to apply the pressure on MARIO DE LA VALLEE (6)
Summary: A quality colt with a bright future ahead of him, MARIO DE LA VALLEE (6) routed the opposition on his Vincennes debut early last month and even over this shorter trip will still take all the beating. MARVELOUS (8) boasts a 75 percent monte win-rate, won better here late last month than the result would suggest, and should prove the principal danger. From the same breeder as Guillaume Martin’s colt, MAMBO DE LA VALLEE (7) is never far from losing his action, but has previously won for Eric Raffin, and with application can figure prominently.
SELECTIONS
MARIO DE LA VALLEE (6) – MARVELOUS (8) – MAMBO DE LA VALLEE (7) – MYTIC RENARDIER (4)
R2 SAINT BRIEUC [R-H]

C1 – PRIX BLIN ETS MATERIEL EQUIN – 3150m (a2m) – Class G Amateur Drivers – Harness – EUR € 6,000

HADOL DE FAEL – Much improved last run when third in class G at Nantes over 3000m on 16 November. Might earn some minor money
INSERT BOY – Disqualified in class E at Chateaubriant over 3000m on 30 November. Very consistent before that and can make the frame
HELOUIS DE ZAERI – Not reliable but finished fourth in class G at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2150m on 23 November. Reverts to barefoot and could surprise
IN LOVE WITH PUCH – Not reliable and was unplaced in class G at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2150m on 23 November. Remains barefoot but others make more appeal
IDAHO LEGEND – Has really struggled of late and was unplaced at Chateaubriant over 3025m on 11 November. Reverts to barefoot but others are preferred
ISTA FREDANO – Has struggled of late and finished 10th in a class G at Graignes over 2725m on 11 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
HIVAR DE CELLAND – Only modest of late and finished 7th in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 12 October. Remains barefoot but needs to do more to win this race
GANAABA BLUE – Did not show her best when 8th in class G at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2150m on 23 November. Did better before that and can be competitive
HYPSO DES CAILLONS – Unreliable and was unplaced in class G at Cordemais over 2825m on 23 November. Might pop up in a minor place
HAPPY HERO – Unreliable and finished 9th in class E at Amiens over 2400m on 26 November. More is needed to beat these rivals
GERGOVIE QUESNOT – A winner in class H at Landivisiau over 3200m on 7 September. Remains barefoot and is capable of earning some money
IDEALE D’ABBEVILLE – Only modest of late and finished 9th in class E at Vire over 2800m on 16 November. Capable of better and could be competitive
HORDAGO D’ELA – Has some fair form and finished fifth in class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 19 October. Has claims in this line-up
HOCCO DARCHE – In good form and was a runner-up in Class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 16 November. Can go one place better this time
HAVA DE BEAUREGARD – Victorious in a class F at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2825m on 9 November. Remains barefoot but is unreliable. Place chance
ISAAC DE SYVA – Not reliable and finished 7th in a class H mounted race at Savenay over 3100m on 28 September.. Can play a minor role
Summary: HORDAGO D’ELA (13) was not disgraced in his latest start in October. He has a very experienced amateur rider and has winning claims in this division. HOCCO DARCHE (14) remains in very good form and should be right there at the finish yet again. IDEALE D’ABBEVILLE (12) has been disappointing of late but could be a danger to these rivals on his best form. INSERT BOY (2) fluffed his lines with a fault last time out but would not be a surprise winner.
SELECTIONS
HORDAGO D’ELA (13) – HOCCO DARCHE (14) – IDEALE D’ABBEVILLE (12) – INSERT BOY (2)
C2 – PRIX SARL PERRON – TRAVAUX PUBLICS – 2575m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 19,500
MARIO DE SIERRA – Showed some improvement and was third in class F at Caen over 2450m on 15 November. Might play a minor role at very best
MIDEN DE FONTAINE – Unbeaen in two starts, the latest in class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 2 November. Can complete a hat-trick
MILLESIME GWEN – Not reliable but was third in class E at Reims over 2550m on 10 November. Might play a minor role
MADRAS – Disqualified twice in five starts, including in class B at Saint-Galmier over 2625m on 4 November. Has also won twice and can be a real danger if smart
MOON NORMANDY – Threatening to win a race and was runner-up in class F at Amiens over 2400m on 13 November. Can contest the finish
MADAME D’ERABLE – Disqualified in class D at Enghien over 2875m on 16 October. Not easy to trust but is talented and can be a threat if smart
MICK DES PENDANTS – Not reliable and finished 8th in class E at Graignes over 2700m on 20 November. More is needed to beat these rivals
MOONLIGHT DANICA – Only modest of late and finished fifth in class E at Chartres over 2800m on 25 November. More is needed to win this race
MAYA PONT VAUTIER – Not disgraced when fifth in a class D at Enghien over 2875m on 16 October. Capable of making the frame
MAKITA BERRY – A winner of a class F at Caen over 2450m on 15 November. Much improved of late and can be competitive again
MEGAFLECHE – A winner of her last two starts, the latest in class E at Vire over 2800m on 25 June. Could need this run returning from a break
Summary: A competitive race. MIDEN DE FONTAINE (2) remains unbeaten in two starts. Those wins were solid and he could be the one to beat. MADAME D’ERABLE (6) has disqualification issues but has won a couple of times already and will be a threat if staying in stride. MADRAS (4) is also not easy to trust but is talented and clearly not out of it. MOON NORMANDY (5) is ready to win a race but this is a good field.
SELECTIONS
MIDEN DE FONTAINE (2) – MADAME D’ERABLE (6) – MADRAS (4) – MOON NORMANDY (5)
C3 – PRIX EQUIDEOS VITAL CONCEPT – 3150m (a2m) – Class E – Mounted – EUR € 23,000
KISQALI – Disqualified in a class F at Chartres over 2825m on 25 November. Very hard to trust bit can surprise when staying on the trot
JETHRO DE NILREM – Has struggled of late and finished 9th in a class F harness race at Vincennes over 2850m on 7 October. Needs major improvement to win
JEUDI D’AUBRIERE – Unreliable and finished 7th in a class F mounted race at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 21 November. Not barefoot this time and others are preferred
KIMY SIMARDIERE – Unreliable and finished fourth in a class G harness race at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 16 November. On a long losing run and others make more appeal
JAPHET SNOB – Not reliable and finished 7th in a class G harness race at Nantes over 3000m on 1 December. Reverts to barefoot and is capable of winning under the saddle
KAID BOURGEOIS – In good shape and was runner-up in a class G harness race at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 16 November. Might play a minor role
KAPORAL GAME – Showed some improvement when fourth in a class G harness race at Chartres over 2800m on 25 November. More is needed to beat these rivals
KERGRIST – Has some fair form and finished fifth in a class F mounted race at Cabourg over 2750m on 4 October. Can contest the finish
JAG DES MONTIERS – Has only been modest of late and finished 6th in a class F harness race at Le Croise-Laroche over 2700m on 8 November. Reverts to barefoot ad might play a minor role
KOKTAIL DE JANZE – Disqualified in class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 24 October. Has disqualification issues but is also capable of winning when smart
JUPITER DE VAL – Disqualified four times in a row, the latest in class F at Laval over 2850m on 15 November. Hard to trust and others are preferred
JABIN DES TOURS – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest in a class G harness race at Nantes over 3000m on 1 December. Best watched for now
KASSKOU CLEMAXELLE – Disqualified in a class A harness race at Laval over 2850m on 15 November. More consistent under the saddle and can score
KENOBI D’HERFRAIE – A winner of a class E mounted race at Le Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 30 June. Can double up
JOLLITY GABY – Has struggled of late and finished 10th in a class E harness race at Le Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 2 November. Reverts to barefoot but others make more appeal
JAVRILLON – Unreliable and finished fourth in a class F mounted race at Laval over 2850m on 15 November. Remains barefoot and can contest the finish
Summary: A very open-looking race. KASSKOU CLEMAXELLE (13) is coming off a disqualification in a harness race but is much more consistent in mounted races. He can bounce back to score. KERGRIST (8) is usually competitive and can get involved in the finish. KOKTAIL DE JANZE (10) has many disqualifications but can be a danger when staying in stride. JAVRILLON (16) was not disgraced last time out and can also shine in a race of this nature.
SELECTIONS
KASSKOU CLEMAXELLE (13) – KERGRIST (8) – KOKTAIL DE JANZE (10) – JAVRILLON (16)
C4 – PRIX SAS MTM – 3150m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 17,500
LOLA DU GRAIS – Has struggled of late and finished 6th in class G at Caen over 2450m on 12 November. Remains barefoot but needs to find a few lengths to win
LAURA DE TOUCHYVON – Disqualified in her last two starts, the latest in class F at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 23 November. Remains barefoot and can contest the finish when in the right mood
LYSSA DU SKY – Unreliable but was third in class G at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 23 November. Needs to do more to win
LANCIA DE LOU – Disqualified in three of last five starts, including in class F at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 23 November. Has won a couple of races as well and can bounce back to win
LA RAISON D’ETRE – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a Claimer at Paray-le-Monial over 2650m on 16 November. Remains barefoot but others make more appeal
LOPA DE WALLIS – Not reliable and finished 9th in class F at Vire over 2800m on 9 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
LIVIA D’AVIGNERE – Only modest of late and finished 6th in class F at Vire over 2800m on 9 November. Might play a minor role
LADY DE BOUERE – Only modest of late and finished 9th in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 23 November. More is needed to beat these rivals
LANA DE BRUYERE – A winner in class F at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 23 November. Remains barefoot and is capable of following up
LA VALETTE – Unreliable and finished 10th in class F Vire over 2800m on 16 November. Has a place chance on best form
LOUVE DE CHANLECY – Not reliable and finished 10th in class E over this track and trip on 9 November. Capable of an upset on best form
LUCIA DE LA CRIERE – Has struggled of mate and finished 8th in class E at this track over 3150m on 9 November. Remains barefoot but needs to do more to win
LILOU D’ATOUT – Only modest of late and finished 7th in class B at Reims over 2550m on 14 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
LA MOME DE CAHOT – Disqualified in four of last five starts, the latest in class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 12 November. Can contest the finish when smart
LINKIA DES APRES – Not disgraced when fifth in class A at Nantes over 3000m on 16 November. Could play a minor role
Summary: LANCIA DE LOU (4) is a narrow choice in a very competitive race. She faulted last time out but had some solid wins before that. LA MOME DE CAHOT (14) was very unlucky at Bordeaux and is not easy to trust but is capable of winning when staying in stride. LAURA DE TOUCHYVON (2) is one of many fancied runners that is prone to faulting but is competitive when smart. LANA DE BRUYERE (9) was a barefoot winner last time out and can follow up.
SELECTIONS
LANCIA DE LOU (4) – LA MOME DE CAHOT (14) – LAURA DE TOUCHYVON (2) – LANA DE BRUYERE (9)
C5 – PRIX SCR RAULT ASSAINISSEMENT – 3150m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 17,500
LATINO ELDE – Unreliable and finished 5th in class F at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 23 November. Has disqualification issues and needs to do more to beat these rivals
LOTSO DE GUOZ – Has struggled of late and was 10th in class F at Angers over 3125m on 11 November. Has yet to win a race and others are preferred
LOYAL BOND – Has struggled of late and was 12th in class F at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2500m on 9 November. Needs to do more to win this race
LIBERATOR PHEDO – In good form and finished 3rd in class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 16 November. Has disqualification issues but has a place chance
LORIS D’EMMA – Has struggled of late and was 7th in class F at Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 26 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
LITTLE SUN D’ALEX – Disqualified in class F at Graignes over 2700m on 18 October. Very consistent before that and can make the frame if smart
LE VOLONTAIRE – Not reliable and finished 7th in class F at Vire over 2800m on 16 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
LOOK DE LA COTE – Much improved last run when 4th in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 23 November. Has major disqualification issues and others make more appeal
LUCKY DE POMMERAY – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class F at Vire over 2800m on 16 November. Consistent when staying on stride and has a place chance
LUTIN DU PRATEL – Not reliable and finished 4th in class D at Craon over 2750m on 23 October. A winner in September and could play a minor role at very best
LIBRIUM – Unreliable and finished 3rd in class E at Graignes over 2725m on 30 October. Can earn some more money
L’ANGE DE BOUERE – Did not show his best when 7th in class D at Craon over 2775m on 29 September. Victorious in September and is capable of an upset
LUXOR DE MARZY – Only modest of late and finished 6th in class E at Laval over 2850m on 7 November. More is needed to win this race
LOMBARDO – Disqualified in class E at Nantes over 3000m on 1 December. Unreliable and others are preferred this time
LOVER DE CHENU – Holding form and finished 4th in class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 24 November. Can be competitive in this line-up
LOUSTIC VERT – Victorious in three of his last four starts, including the latest in Class E over this track and trip on 9 November. Can win again
LASER MAGIC – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class E at Laval over 2850m on 7 November. Can bounce back to win if smart
LOOPING MIL – Victorious in Class F at Caen over 2450m on 15 November. Has won twice in last four starts and is not out of it
Summary: LASER MAGIC (17) has struggled with some faults lately but is quite capable of winning at this level. LOUSTIC VERT (16) has been in very good form recently and could not be faulted in his latest course-and-distance win, so he would not be a surprise winner. LOVER DE CHENU (15) performed well at Vincennes last time and should be competitive again. LOOPING MIL (18) is also in good form and could be right there at the finish.
SELECTIONS
LASER MAGIC (17) – LOUSTIC VERT (16) – LOVER DE CHENU (15) – LOOPING MIL (18)
C6 – PRIX BELLES BAIES – 3150m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 20,000
KRONOS DE COSSE – Disqualified in class G at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2150m on 30 November. Has lost the way and others are preferred
KOALA MIQUELLERIE – Not reliable and finished 6th in class F at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 30 November. More is needed to beat these rivals
KALIPSOE DU MELEUC – A winner in Class G at Nancy over 2600m on 9 November. Has shown improvement but is not reliable. Might play a minor role
KINGSTON DES HAYES – Unreliable and finished 13th in class G at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 16 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
KEOPS DE BETTON – Disqualified in four of last five starts, including in class A at Nantes over 3000m on 16 November. Has major disqualification issues and others make more appeal
KONG – Disqualified in a claimer at Vire over 2825m on 21 September. On a long losing streak and is best watched for now
KENAVO RUSH – Unreliable and finished 5th in class F at Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 26 October. Might play a minor role at very best
KUZA DU BOUILLON – Battling to regain best form and finished 8th in class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 26 October. Unreliable and others are preferred
KANSAS DU RIB – Only modest of late and was 7th in class F at Graignes over 2700m on 30 October. Can be competitive in this line-up
KING EVOLUTION – Unreliable and finished 8th in class D at Enghien over 2875m on 24 May. Likely to need this run returning from a break
KRICK DE CONDE – In good form and finished 3rd in class F at Saint-Malo over 2950m on 1 November. Be right there at the finish
KEZURA LORRAINE – Showed some improvement when 3rd in class F at Chartres over 2825m on 16 November. Victorious in June and is not out of it
KING MAJANO – A bit of a disappointment when 6th in class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 14 November. Has a place chance on best form
KANKAL – Disqualified in class E at Vincennes over 2200m on 27 November. In good form before that and can be a lively danger when smart
KARAIELLA BOND – Showed improvement when 6th in class A at Nantes over 3000m on 16 November. Hard to trust but might make the frame on best form
KALINKA DU BREUIL – Unreliable and finished 8th in class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 8 November. Might earn some minor money
KOUSINE CARISAIE – Disqualified in class F at Chartres over 2825m on 16 November. Hardt to trust and others are preferred
KEOPS DE JUMILLY – Disqualified in class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 21 November. Has disqualification issues but is also capable of an upset
Summary: A competitive race. KRICK DE CONDE (11) remains in very good form and gets a narrow vote to score. KEZURA LORRAINE (12) showed improvement last time out and could have more to offer. KANSAS DU RIB (9) is a bit better than some modest recent performances and is a danger in a race of this nature. KARAIELLA BOND (15) has a notable disqualification record but showed improvement at Nantes and can make the frame if she is smart.
SELECTIONS
KRICK DE CONDE (11) – KEZURA LORRAINE (12) – KANSAS DU RIB (9) – KARAIELLA BOND (15)
C7 – PRIX IMAPRO IMMOBILIER – 3150m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 23,000
JUMEIGE DE GODREL – Disqualified last time out in Class F at Graignes over 2725m on 20 October. Not easy to trust and others make more appeal
JOCDOR – Disqualified last time out at Cherboug on 18 August, returns from a break and others are preferred
JOUEUR DU LUPIN – A winner of two of his last four starts and was third lst time out in Class F at Nantes over 3000m on 5 November. Should be in the mix of things
JALACTIC – Has improved of late and finished fourth in Class E at Reims over 2500m on 16 November. Might play a minor role
JOFESCA BUISSONAY – Remains in good form and finished fourth in Class E at Angers over 3125m on 11 November. Can contest the finish yet again
JACK QUICK – Returned to form with a barefoot win in Class F at Graignes over 2725m on 30 October. Races without shoes and can follow up
JERRY DU LOISIR – Unreliable and finished 9th in Class F at Maquenchy over 2875m on 19 November. Capable of earning some minor money
JOYAU DU GRESSY – Disqualified last time out in Class F at Mauquenchy over 2875m on 19 November. Did win his penultimate start and is not out of it
JAMES MADRIK – Has lost the way of late and was unplaced in Class E at Chateaubriant over 3025m on 30 November. Others are preferred
JOCONDE DE RHEVE – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in Class F at Maquenchy over 2875m on 19 November. Barefoot and could earn some money this time
JAWAX DE KERYANN – Not disgraced when 5th in Class F at Reims over 2500m on 23 November. Can be a threat to these rivals
JENUFA – Returned to form with a runner-up performance in Class E at Caen over 2450m on 15 November. Should be a lively danger
Summary: A very competitive looking race. JACK QUICK (6) bounced back with a solid enough win at Graignes and remains barefoot so may well follow up. JENUFA (12) only found one better on the day at Caen and could go one place better over this longer distance. JOFESCA BUISSONAY (5) is in good form and is sure to be competitive yet again. JAWAX DE KERYANN (11) is also capable of getting involved with the finish over this course and distance.
SELECTIONS
JACK QUICK (6) – JENUFA (12) – JOFESCA BUISSONAY (5) – JAWAX DE KERYANN (11)
C8 – PRIX CHAUD FROID LANGUEUX – 3150m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 29,000
ISAAC DE CONDE – Has struggled all year and was unplaced in Class G at Vire over 2800m on 16 November. Needs major improvement to win
INDIAN PARK – In good form and finished fourth in Class D at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 23 November. Can be competitive once again
IOKINA DE KERYANN – Showed some improvement when fourth in Class F at Saint-Malo over 2850m on 1 November. Barefoot and is capable of winning
HARIBELLE DANOVER – Only modest of late and finished 8th in Class F at Chartres over 3300m on 16 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
IZAAC D’HAVAROCHE – Unreliable and finished unplaced in Class G at Châteaubriant over 3025m on 30 November. Did better in his penultimate start and could play a minor role
ILLUSION DE CHENU – Battling to regain her best form and was 8th in Class E at Paray-Le-Monial over 2625m on 16 November. Needs to do more to win this race
INFINITIF D’ERABLE – Disqualified last time out in Class E at Caen over 2450m on 15 November. Battling to find best form and others are preferred
GUOPECK DE VIVOIN – Disqualified last time out in a Class E mounted race at Graignes over 2700m on 20 November. Hard to trust and others are preferred
I STILL LOVING YOU – Has been disqualified twice in a row, the latest at Vincennes over 2850m on 6 November. Not easy to trust but is not out of it
INSTALL D’ALOUETTE – Has some good form and finished fourth in Class F at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2650m on 1 May. Returns from a break and could play a minor role
IRENO DES PLAINES – Battling to find best form and was unplaced in Class E at Angers over 3150m on 11 September. Others make more appeal
HERAKLION DESBOIS – Unreliable and was unplaced in Class D at Mauquenchy over 2850m on 19 November. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
HIBISCUS DE LATOM – Disqualified last time out in Class E at Paray-Le-Monial over 2650m on 16 November. Not easy to trust and others are preferred
IRINO DE GUERON – In good shape and finished third in Class E at Angers over 3150m on 11 September. Should fight it out
IGGY POP DE CHENU – Did not show his best when unplaced in Class D at Saint-Galmier over 2600m on 4 November. Can make the frame
IMPERIAL BEJI – Returned to form with a good runner-up perfomance in Class D at Vincennes over 2850m on 6 November. Can go one place better
FIRST LADY BLEUE – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in Class E at Lisieux over 2750m on 1 November. Needs to do more to win
Summary: An interesting lucky last race. IMPERIAL BEJI (16) hinted at a form return when a good runner-up behind a decent sort at Vincennes and can go one better. HARIBELLE DANOVER (4) remains in good form and can get involved at the finish. I STILL LOVING YOU (9) needs to be smarter after a couple of disqualifications but can be a threat. IGGY POP DE CHENU (15) is clearly better than his last run would suggest and can get involved at the finish.
SELECTIONS
IMPERIAL BEJI (16) – IRINO DE GUERON (14) – I STILL LOVING YOU (9) – IGGY POP DE CHENU (15)
R4 PORNICHET [L-H]

C1 – PRIX PETIT TONNERRE SAINTE-GERMAINE (PRIX VILLA ROSA) – 2100m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 11,500

BALTIC DUKE – Placed 3rd over 2150m on the PSF on December 1st in a maiden race. Several placed efforts previously and looks like the each way must
FINK PLOYD – A few unplaced runs since he scored over 1800m at Salon Provence on debut over 1800m in April. 5th at Deauville two runs back on October 23rd over 1900m in a claiming race. Key chance
HERMES WOOD – Two de,cent placed runs of late, 2nd at Machecoul over 1650m in a claimer behind KEANU (5) on November 11th. Narrow defeat last time, and is in the mix
KING’S LIGHT – Two 4th placed runs of late, the latter over 2000m in a claiming race on June 27th at Compiegne. Fitness to prove but warrants respect
KEANU – Recent success over 1650m in a claimer on November 11th at Machecoul. Capable of another competitive run
RUA – Three unplaced runs since a win over 2000m in a handicap at Vichy on August 20th. Hard to rule out of the top-three
MISS ELORZ – Two recent unplaced runs, 8th in Spain on October 19th over 1600m in a conditions race. Little to recommend
PONTE DE LIMA – Two unplaced runs since a win over 2100m at Limoges on June 8th in a Class 3 race. Capable but can blow hot and cold
WHIZALIO – He has failed to trouble the judge in six runs, 7th in a claimer at Machecoul on November 11th over 1650m on his last run. Opposable
LIGHT KING – Unraced gelding by Octoking, the dam won 2 races. Likely to need this run for experience, and is best watched for now
MORNINGLIGHT FAL – 9th on her sole start over 1800m in a maiden race at Nort-Sur-Erdre on June 1st. She needs vast progress to be on the premises
HANMER SPRINGS – Two unplaced runs since finishing 2nd at Auch over 2650m in a conditions race on October 5th. Looks unreliable
Summary: FINK PLOYD (2) can bounce back to form after five unplaced efforts since a win on debut at Salon Provence over 1800m on his debut. KEANU (5) arrives after a game success at Machecoul in November in a claiming race over 1650m. He is a previous Class 2 winner last year and can play a lead role. BALTIC DUKE (1) ran well on the PSF last time when third and looks a solid each-way choice. HERMES WOOD (3) was second to KEANU (5) at Machecoul and should not be overlooked.
SELECTIONS
FINK PLOYD (2) – KEANU (5) – BALTIC DUKE (1) – HERMES WOOD (3)
C2 – PRIX VILLA BOURBONNAIS – 2100m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 15,600
CAZADERO – Placed on his last two runs, 2nd over 1650m at Machecoul on November 2nd last time out. Capable of making an impact
BRYVIDO – Unplaced on his sole start over 3200m at Le Mans on November 17th in a maiden race. He needs a few to misfire
MR TEE – Two unplaced efforts so far, the latter over 3200m at Le Mans on November 17th in a maiden race. Unlikely to threaten
CLOSE UP – Showed promise when 8th on his debut at Le Mans in a conditions race over 1950m on October 29th. Open to progress and can have a say if overcoming a wide draw
HAYA LAND – Unplaced last time, 2nd previously over 1950m at Les Sables on October 11th in a conditions race. One to be with each way
MISTER BRYAN – Several unplaced runs, 6th at Clairefontaine on October 24th in a handicap over 1600m last time. Makes no appeal
POMME SURETTE – Three unplaced efforts over hurdles since a 2nd over 1600m at Angers on September 11th in a maiden race. Placed course form and can get off the mark
LUCINE – Finished 8th on her one run at this track over 2400m on November 22nd in a maiden race. She can improve but others are preferred
DISARMARINE – Four unplaced runs, the latter over hurdles on November 11th at Saint-Brieuc in a Class 4 race. She looks of limited ability
TREIZE DIAMANT – Unplaced on both runs, well beaten over 2650m in a maiden race at Chateaubriant on June 25th. Pass over
MARYLIN CITY – Two unplaced runs so far, the latter when 8th at Craon on November 30th over 2400m in a maiden race. Opposable
MITCHI – Unplaced on her sole start on November 11th in a Class 3 race at Machecoul. She has to improve a good deal to be on the premises
ISLAND SUNRISE – 5th on the last run over 2400m in a maiden race at Toulouse on November 16th in a maiden race. Hard to overlook
BREIZH DANSE – Two unplaced runs, 9th at this track in a maiden on November 22nd over this trip last time. Hard to be enthusiastic about
RIGEL – 6th on her one run over 2000m at Parislongchamp on May 15th in a conditions race. She will know more this time and warrants respect
DALYAMIX – Unplaced last time, 3rd previously over 2000m at Le Lion D’Angers on August 14th in a maiden race. Lightly raced and she has more to come
Summary: POMME SURETTE (7) can get back on track on her return to the flat after three unplaced runs over hurdles. She was second at Angers in September, and if emulating that run, she can get off the mark. CAZADERO (1) has been placed on his last two runs and can make the selection work for success. HAYA LAND (5) looks like an option for the each-way backers to latch on to. DALYAMIX (16) is another to consider and should be on the premises.
SELECTIONS
POMME SURETTE (7) – CAZADERO (1) – HAYA LAND (5) – DALYAMIX (16)
C3 – PRIX FOUILLET PEINTURE & PLATRERIE (PRIX VILLA L’ORIENTALE) – 1700m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 12,000
CAPOUCHINE – Two unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 1650m in a claimer at Machecoul on November 2nd. She is not the most reliable
HISTO CHOP – Unplaced last time, 3rd previously over 1600m in a maiden race at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on November 4th. Looks vulnerable
GOLD STANDARD – Unplaced on the one run so far over 1950m at Le Mans on October 6th in a maiden race. Unlikely to feature
RAWANDI – Three unplaced runs, 7th at Angers on the latter in a maiden race on November 16th. One to keep onside
SOCIANDO – Three runs so far, 8th on the latter over 1900m in a maiden at Deauville on November 25th. Place contender
DARINICE – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 1800m at Le Croise-Laroche in a claimer on November 15th. In the mix
LOVE ADDICT – Scored over 1200m in a claimer on October 26th at Agen and was a decent third at Le Mans last month in another claimer. Leading contender
PETITE ABEILLE – Unplaced on the two runs so far, 5th at Le Croise-Laroche on November 15th in a claimer over 1800m. Has work to do
MALOULO – Two unplaced runs so far, the most recent over 2000m at Pau on November 13th in a maiden race. Has to show a good bit more to make the top-three
VATHANA – She has shown ability in three runs so far, 8th in a claimer at Deauville on November 7th over 1500m on her last start. Can make her presence felt
COMPTINE – 7th on the one run so far over 1900m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on October 21st in a conditions race. Can make the frame
Summary: LOVE ADDICT (7) won two runs back over 1200m in a claimer on October 26th at Agen and was a decent third at Le Mans last month in another claimer. She can edge this over VATHANA (10), who has shown ability in her three starts so far, the latter at Deauville in a competitive claiming race. COMPTINE (11) can improve from a debut seventh at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in late October and has each-way claims. RAWANDI (4) is also worth considering.
SELECTIONS
LOVE ADDICT (7) – VATHANA (10) – COMPTINE (11) – RAWANDI (4)
C4 – PRIX SPIRIT SAINTE-GERMAINE (PRIX VILLA YMABAS) – 3100m (a2m) – ALL WEATHER – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
DSCHINGIS GALILEI – Placed 3rd on his last two runs, the latter over 2200m at Amiens in a handicap on November 19th. Others rate higher
GABYLOU – Three unplaced efforts of late, 6th at Le Lion D’Angers on August 14th over 3000m in a handicap. Can be on the premises with fitness taken on trust
GOT MAN – Four decent efforts of late, a win over 3200m at Le Mans on November 17th in a maiden race. In form and can play a lead role
EDIBEST FAL – Fair 5th on his last start over 2200m at Amiens on November 19th in a handicap and a winner in October in a Class 3 race. One to pay attention to
BARITON BEAR – Two unplaced runs of late, the latter over 2400m in a maiden race at this track on November 22nd. He looks vulnerable
BYGOUDINE – Recent success over 2400m at Pornichet in a Class 3 race on November 22nd. She was a game winner last time and can feature
DSCHINGIS NOBLESSE – Two unplaced runs since a 4th at Durtal on November 1st over 2000m in a caliming race. Not the most reliable
SIXTEEN PARK – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 2950m at Machecoul on April 21st in a maiden race. Unlikely to be a threat
GYPSY DEVIL – Placed 4th on his last run over 2450m at Mont-De-Marsan on September 10th in a Class 2 race. Handicap debut and other make more appeal
FIRST CUNCERT – 5th on her last run over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap on November 25th. Capable of making the frame
MAESTRAL – Placed on his last two starts, the latter when 4th at this track over 2400m in a maiden race on November 22nd. Place contender
JUNGLE CHOP – Two tame efforts over hurdles of late, 6th before that on the flat over 1950m at Les Sables on July 22nd in a handicap. One to avoid
SEEYOUGO – Three unplaced efforts, 5th on November 22nd over 2400m in a maiden at this track on the last start. Up in trip and he has place claims
AME DIVINE – 5th last time, 3rd before that over 2400m at Craon in a handicap on September 29th. Not one to discount
EASY ON ME – Unplaced last time, 4th previously over 3200 at Le Mans on October 29th in a conditions race. Has work ahead
Summary: BYGOUDINE (6) could be the answer in this competitive handicap. He is well drawn in stall 3 and scored over 2400m at this track late in November when last seen. He is preferred ahead of GOT MAN (3), who has been performing well with four solid runs of late. EDIBEST FAL (4) won in October and ran a credible race when fifth at Amiens when last seen in November. He can make the frame. FIRST CUNCERT (10) makes up the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
BYGOUDINE (6) – GOT MAN (3) – EDIBEST FAL (4) – FIRST CUNCERT (10)
C5 – PRIX VILLA KER-SOUVERAINE – 1700m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 12,500
LOUBEISIEN – Finished eighth over 1200m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 20 November. He takes on weaker opposition and can go close with luck in running
DORIANELLO – Is better than latest when eighth over 2500m at Nancy in Class 4 Handicap on 30 November. He is a big runner on previous form
JUST IN TIME GAME – Finished unplaced over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 14 November. He would not be a shock winner on best form shown
L’IENISSEI – Non-Runner
SAGANNE – Finished eighth over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 14 November. First run at this level and she cannot be discounted
BAILEYS TOPAZE – Finished ninth over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 20 November. Can feature if finding form of penultimate run
MANA MAHA – Good last two starts. Finished third over 1600m at Lyon Parilly in Class 4 Handicap on 7 November. She will need some luck from the wide barrier position
GREAT ART – Disappointing latest when ninth over 1600m at Vichy in Class 3 Handicap on 19 July. He returns from a rest and may be in need of this outing
LATTAASH – Poor recent form. Finished unplaced in last three starts, the latest of which was over 1500m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 21 August. Others are preferred
CALIFANO – Finished ninth over 1400m at Chantilly in Class 4 Handicap on 16 May. He returns from a rest and may be in need of this outing
PERFECTO – First outing this year. Won over 1700m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 15 December 2024. May be in need of this outing
HADYA – Finished unplaced over 1900m at Deauville in Class 4 Handicap on 25 November. Needs to find best form to feature
BAILEYS ILLUSION – Finished fifth over 2100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 22 November. More is needed to win this
BATESCA – Finished unplaced over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Claimer on 14 November. Chance on best form shown
MARA WOOD – Finished unplaced over 2100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 22 November. Others look stronger
Summary: This is a wide-open contest. DORIANELLO (2) is better than his last start at Nancy. On his consistent previous form, he may be the one to side with. LOUBEISIEN (1) has taken on stronger in his last two starts. He drops back in class and with luck in running, he should go close. SAGANNE (5) was disappointing in her last start. She is having her first start at this level and must be considered. L’IENISSEI (4) knows this track well and if finding the form of her penultimate outing, she should feature.
SELECTIONS
DORIANELLO (2) – LOUBEISIEN (1) – SAGANNE (5) – BAILEYS TOPAZE (6)
C6 – PRIX VILLA MARIE-LOUISE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,000
PLUIE D’ARAIZE – Finished seventh over 3100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 29 November. Others have a stronger winning chance
VIANETA – Unplaced over 2500m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 25 November. Drops in class but more is needed to win this
RUE DES ORTEAUX – Battling to find best form. Finished seventh over 2500m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 25 November. Others are preferred
JACK’S SON – Finished sixth over 2400m at Nantes in Class 4 Handicap on 12 November. Big runner on previous form
SEMEUR – Poor recent form. Finished unplaced over 2100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 21 November. Has work to do to win this
BALINA GARY – Unplaced in last three starts, the latest of which was over 2400m at Nantes in Class 4 Handicap on 12 November. Can surprise on best form shown
ALEX THE DANCER – Better than recent form. Finished seventh over 3100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 29 November. Can show best form in this field
SUCH A DIAMOND – Finished unplaced over 2400m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 20 November. Will need some luck from the wide barrier position
CATELLE ROSE – Fair recent form. Finished behind BELLA CIAO (10) when sixth over 2100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 22 November. She may have to settle for the same result
BELLA CIAO – Finished fifth over 2100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 22 November. She can return to winning ways in this line-up
LHASA – Supplemented for this race. Finished second in last two starts, the latest of which was over 2200m at Clairefontaine in Class 4 Handicap on 24 October. Merits healthy respect
RIVER DAVEN – Finished behind LHASA (11) when unplaced over 2200m at Clairefontaine in Class 4 Handicap on 24 October. She may battle to turn the form around
ROCK OF SPIRIT – Finished sixth over 3100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 29 November. Is drawn widest of all and others are preferred
JOLITA DE VIETTE – Poor form this year. Finished unplaced over 3200m at Le Mans in Conditional Maiden on 17 November. Is looking for first career victory
Summary: BELLA CIAO (10) has not lived up to expectations of late. However, she has ability and can return to winning ways in this field. ALEX THE DANCER (7) is better than his last two starts. He jumps from pole position and can find a form return. JACK’S SON (4) has fair consistent form lines this year. With a bit of luck from his awkward draw of nine, he should have a say in the outcome of this contest. CATELLE ROSE (9) has fair form lines to her name. She is ideally drawn in barrier four and carries a nice weight.
SELECTIONS
BELLA CIAO (10) – ALEX THE DANCER (7) – JACK’S SON (4) – CATELLE ROSE (9)
C7 – PRIX VILLA DU LITTORAL – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
PASSEPARTOUT – Finished unplaced over 2400m at Bordeaux le Bouscat in Class 3 Handicap on 21 October. Chance if finding form of penultimate victory
KING COBRA – Finished unplaced over 2100m at Angers in Class 4 Handicap on 16 November. Look elsewhere
LAVIRCA DODVILLE – Is better than latest when unplaced over 2500m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 26 October. She runs well at this level and should be competitive
SHIRBAWI – Finished ninth over 2200m at Clairefontaine in Class 3 Handicap on 24 October. Well drawn in barrier three and cannot be discounted
FORZA SEDACA – Finished eighth over 2400m at Lignieres in Class 4 Handicap on 1 November. Needs to produce best form to feature here
DADDY JOY – Finished unplaced over 2000m at Parislongchamp in Class 3 Handicap on 27 April. Returns from a rest and may be in need of this outing
CAVANI KAIZEN – Has lost best form. Finished unplaced over 1900m at Bordeaux le Bouscat in Class 3 Handicap on 21 November. Others have a stronger winning chance
CHESTER SKY – Finished sixth over 2100m at Angers in Class 4 Handicap on 16 November. He can bounce back to his best
FLAMBOYANTE – Finished ninth over 2500m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 25 November. Well drawn in barrier two and can feature if putting best foot forward
LELLA DESJY – Battling to find best form. Finished eighth over 3100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 29 November. Overlook
JAYCLE DE GREE – Victorious over 2900m at Argentan in Conditional Maiden on 8 October. He is in a good space and can follow up with another victory
INTELLITA – Poor recent form. Finished unplaced over 2100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 22 November. Others are preferred
KING OF THE WORLD – Finished ninth over 1800m at Lyon La Soie in Class 4 Handicap on 8 November. Drawn in pole position and may be the one to cause the surprise
PTI LOUIS – Finished unplaced in first outing this year over 2100m at Angers in Class 4 Handicap on 16 November. Should strip a much fitter horse
KAPTAIN NORDIK – Finished unplaced over 2100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 1 March. He returns from a rest and can feature if fit
Summary: JAYCLE DE GREE (11) comes into this contest in top form and notched up his first victory at Argentan last time. With luck in running, he may be the one to beat. LAVIRCA DODVILLE (3) drops back in class after a disappointing last effort at Saint-Cloud. On best form shown, she should pose a massive threat. CHESTER SKY (8) has fair recent form lines to his name, and it would be no surprise to see him bounce back to winning ways. KAPTAIN NORDIK (15) returns from a rest and if fit, he should have a say.
SELECTIONS
JAYCLE DE GREE (11) – LAVIRCA DODVILLE (3) – CHESTER SKY (8) – KAPTAIN NORDIK (15)
C8 – PRIX VILLA KER-YETTE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400
ZELICA – Supplemented for this race. Won over 2500m at Nort-Sur-Erdre in Class 4 Conditional on 5 October. Is in a good space and jumps from a handy draw of three
EMPRESS STAR – Finished unplaced over 2100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 22 November. Can surprise on best form shown
GOLDEN RIVER – Finished second over 2100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 22 November. She is ideally suited to this course and is one of the leading contenders
DRIP – Was heavily back when unplaced over 2100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 22 November. Big runner if finding form of penultimate outing
ARGYRON – Finished unplaced over 2100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 22 November. Will need luck from the widest draw
DARIYANGEL – Unplaced in first outing this year over 2100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 22 November. He will strip much fitter and should have good improvement to come
SPRINGBOKS – Finished fourth over 2100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 22 November. He is in a good space and should be right there
MAGIC VATI – Has lost best form. Finished unplaced over 1300m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 26 November. Others look stronger
FELIX FELICIS – Battling to find best form. Finished unplaced over 2500m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 25 November. Others have a stronger winning chance
TIME TO PARLEY – Unplaced in last two starts on the flat, the latest of which was over 1600m at Nantes in Class 4 Handicap on 22 May. May be in need of this outing
SPIRIT OF DANCE – Improved latest when third over 3100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 29 November. Can feature with luck in running
MY DARLING – Supplemented for this race. Finished seventh over 2400m at Nantes in Class 4 Handicap on 12 November. Chance if finding form of penultimate run when victorious
MURANO – Poor recent form. Finished unplaced over 2100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 22 November. Others are preferred
TUNDRA – Moderate recent form. Finished ninth over 2100m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 22 November. Look elsewhere
LUNDO – Finished unplaced over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in Class 4 Handicap on 20 November. Needs to produce best form to have a say
Summary: DRIP (4) was heavily backed when disappointing over 2100m on this course last time. If finding the form of his penultimate run when third at Nantes, he should be competitive. GOLDEN RIVER (3) has consistent recent form lines to her name and merits healthy respect. SPRINGBOKS (7) has finished fourth in his last two starts and cannot be discounted in this field. DARIYANGEL (6) was badly in need of his first run this year. He will strip much fitter and can show good improvement.
SELECTIONS
DRIP (4) – GOLDEN RIVER (3) – SPRINGBOKS (7) – DARIYANGEL (6)
R5 LYON LA SOIE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE MEYZIEU – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200

WILLY WINNER – Was victorious at Lyon La Soie over 2400m last time and could easily follow up. Overall form is solid and is one to take seriously
WEDGEWOOD PEARL – Ignore last run when 6th, finished 4th at Saint-Cloud over 2000m before that in a Handicap and rates the one to be with. Winning chance
QUE VENDRA – Caught the eye when 2nd at Marseille Vivaux over 2600m in a Handicap on the 5th of November and can make a race of it. Strong each way chance
HAVOC – Current form has been on the decline over various tracks and trips and will need serious progression to threaten here. Hard to fancy
HAPPY VALENTINE – She finished 6th last time but was a winner before that over 2500m at Nancy and should be competitive. Include as the place value
ZILYA – She comes into the race fresh off a victory at Nancy on the 16th of last month and can follow up
FREEZE – Finished 3rd at Nancy over 2500m last time and will need to serve up a tad more for success but can place
GIMANZOR – Hard to make a case for on current form and others are far preferred. Would be a shock winner and can be excluded from all bets
USER KINDLY – Placed 3rd at Lyon La Soie over 2400m on the 17th of last month in Handicap class and has a bright chance here. Respect and include
INDIAN SUNSET – Finished 6th at Chantilly last time and overall form is standard. Needs to improve before being included in any bets. Pass by
Summary: Judged on her penultimate effort, WEDGEWOOD PEARL (2) can be expected to serve up plenty more than she did in the last run and deserves the utmost respect. ZILYA (6) comes into the race fresh off a victory and it would be absolutely no shock at all if she were to follow up. QUE VENDRA (3) ran a very good race last time and should be competitive again. USER KINDLY (9) is a natural inclusion for the quartet play.
SELECTIONS
WEDGEWOOD PEARL (2) – ZILYA (6) – QUE VENDRA (3) – USER KINDLY (9)
C2 – PRIX DE LA POUDRETTE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
BRAVE SHIINA – Placed 2nd at Lyon La Soie over 2150m on the 17th of November in Handicap class and can go one better. Player
RIDWAAN – Will need huge improvement on the last two efforts to warrant any consideration here and is hard to make a case for. Can be ignored
THREE DREAMS – Placed 5th at Lyon La Soie over 1800m last time out and finished 5th before that as well. One for the shortlist and must be included in all bets
SIR WALTER – Was a winner at Lyon La Soie over 2150m on the 17th of last month in a Handicap and is confidently selected to follow up. Strong winning chance
MONTIGNY – Finished 8th at Mont-De-Marsan over 1400m last time and will need serious improvement to threaten here. Happy to ignore
COGOLIN – Finished 4th over 1800m in a Handicap on the 8th of November and can get much closer now. Strong each way claims
OPERA – Won three starts back, finished 7th last time and will need to build on that to feature here. Prefer others and happy to pass by today
BEAUTIFOAL – Holding form but against weaker, placed 2nd at Croise-Laroche over 1800m mid last month and could be the value for the places. Include this one
RISING UP – He was a winner four starts back at Chantilly but has been a tad disappointing since. In saying that, he can improve to earn a cheque. Place chance
TRENO – Long time professional maiden that finished 11th last time over 1800m and it is impossible to make a case for and fancy this one. Pass by
VENTURA VISION – Won at Lyon La Soie over 1800m last time in a Handicap and has fair overall form. Good each-way chance
Summary: SIR WALTER (4) was an encouraging winner at Lyon La Soie last time over 2150m and can certainly follow up. It was a competitive Handicap and he is the one to fear the most. BRAVE SHIINA (1) caught the eye when placing second showing encouraging signs of a winning turn. COGOLIN (6) is taking time for the next success but is running well and can be given a huge place chance. THREE DREAMS (3) has a first four claim.
SELECTIONS
SIR WALTER (4) – BRAVE SHIINA (1) – COGOLIN (6) – THREE DREAMS (3)
C3 – PRIX DE LA SUCRERIE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400
SKIPPER – Notched up a 3rd at Divonne over 1700m last time but did face a very weak claiming field and others are preferred to be stronger. Enters the equation
GREEN CURRY – Was not far off in 5th place last time over 1900m at Deauville and can get much closer now. Could represent some attractive value for places
XARUN – Posted up a good effort last time when 2nd at Pau over 1600m in Handicap class and despite not being the first choice, can certainly fight out the finish
ROI DE FLANDRE – Ignore last run when back in 7th place, was 2nd before that at Lyon La Soie over 1600m in a Handicap and needs to be given serious consideration. Bright winning chance
MAPLE GIRL – Will need to serve up plenty more than recent 8th place at Bordeaux Le Bouscat and others should be way too strong. Hard to fancy
AS A CHARM – Bounces into the race fresh off a victory over 2000m in a Handicap at Toulouse and can certainly follow up. Must be respected
CALAS QUEEN – Was way back in 14th place last time at Lyon Parilly and overall form is not good. Hard to make a case for and can be excluded from all bets
JECTOT – Only managed 6th place finish on the 4th of November over 1900m in a Handicap and will need to do way more than that to feature. Pass by
TRIESTE – Hard to make a case for on current form as it has been dismal over various tracks and trips. Would be a shock if placing and can be ignored from all bets
SPACE QUAKE – Placed 3rd over 2150m at Lyon La Soie in a Handicap mid last month and finished 3rd before that too. Huge place claims
Summary: ROI DE FLANDRE (4) is a five time winner whose last run is best forgotten. He is better judged on his excellent penultimate effort and has a winning chance on that evidence SPACE QUAKE (10) is holding form well and can be given plenty of consideration. AS A CHARM (6) won a good race at Toulouse over 2000m recently and it would come as no shock at all if he were to go back to back. GREEN CURRY (2) can progress on the last run and finish in the first four.
SELECTIONS
ROI DE FLANDRE (4) – SPACE QUAKE (10) – AS A CHARM (6) – GREEN CURRY (2)
C4 – PRIX DE DECINES-CHARPIEU – 3200m (a2m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 12,800
ZILCOVER – Boasts good form, finished 2nd at Saint-Cloud last time over 2400m in a Handicap and was victorious before that at Chantilly. Hard to beat
GOOD QUESTION – Forget the last run when having no answer, was a winner before that over 2600m in a Handicap at Marseille Vivaux and has to be taken seriously here
MATGIWELL – She can do way better than her last 6th place finish at Angers over 4000m in a Handicap and can be expected to go very close. Strong each way chance
WILD N’BEAUTIFUL – Needs serious improvement to feature, finished 8th last time and 7th the time before. Hard to make a case for. Pass by
ASHIANAS KING – Will need huge improvement on last run when only 9th in Belgium over 2100m and can be excluded from all bets. Wait for improvement
DOCTEUR TOURNESOL – Placed a creditable 4th at Ajaccio over 2400m on the 9th of last month and could get into the action and make the presence felt. Has a serious chance
MOODY CHOP – Taking forever to win a race and has poor overall form. Impossible to make a case for and will be at huge odds. Happy to ignore
ELLE LA VITESSE – Long time professional maiden that is proving hard to follow. Small place chance at very best
MORNING SPIRIT – Can progress on latest 6th place at Lyon Parilly over 3150m in a Handicap but others are chosen for the shortlist. Include in larger quartet perms
LEELOU BAIE – Finished 4th at Vittel over 3800m on the 14th of July and will probably need the run and will also need serious improvement. Others preferred
FORCE TRANQUILLE – She was 5th at Lyon La Soie over 2400m on the 8th of last month and could get closer. Respect and include for quartet permutations
Summary: ZILCOVER (1) is in good shape and brings useful form into the race. He may prove a hard horse to oppose. MATGIWELL (3) is never far off the action and has shown before that she can be very competitive. GOOD QUESTION (2) can be forgiven for the last run when way back downfield. He was a winner before that and must be assessed on that. Big chance. DOCTEUR TOURNESOL (6) has a quartet chance.
SELECTIONS
ZILCOVER (1) – MATGIWELL (3) – GOOD QUESTION (2) – DOCTEUR TOURNESOL (6)
C5 – PRIX DE LA MINARDIERE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 12,000
MASAYA – Not disgraced in 8th spot over 1800m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 10th of November 2025. Bright winning chance
DELIRE D’AMOUR – Not seen to best effect in 11th over 1500m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 21st of November 2025. Better than latest and should feature
NAZGUL BLOU – Non-Runner
I AM GORGEOUS – Moderate run in 6th over 1400m at Nancy in a claimer on the 16th of November 2025. Others inspire more confidence
AGNESI – Runner up over track/trip in a claimer on the 8th of November 2025. Improving sort who will go close to winning
NAOS MOON – Beaten out of sight in 7th over 1550m at Strasbourg in a Class 2 on the 11th of November 2025. Will be a shock winner
CUNCERTINA – Finished well downfield in 10th over 1800m at Fontainebleau in a maiden on the 22nd of November 2025. Easy to look elsewhere
LUZZU TRAOU LAND – Lackluster run in 11th over 2000m at Salon-De-Provence in a maiden on the 27th of November 2025. Debut effort is far more inspiring
VOYAGE OLYMPIQUE – Finished a fair 4th over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a claimer on the 5th of November 2025. Can confirm latest improvement to earn
CIRCION CHOP – Poor effort in 12th over 1500m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 21st of November 2025. Faces an uphill task
MONAGHAN BOY – Well held in 9th over 1800m at Saint-Malo in a maiden on the 18th of August 2025. Hard to recommend on one run
SIMPLYTHEBEST – Finished 5th over track/trip in a claimer on the 8th of November 2025. Has the form to earn a cheque in this event
TANIA AUSTRALIS – No type of run in 9th over 1500m at Deauville in a claimer on the 22nd of October 2025. Needs to show improvement to feature
Summary: AGNESI (5) put her debut run behind her when finishing a close up second and is open to improvement which should see her producing to a big finish. MASAYA (1) gets weight off the back after running in a slightly more competitive race last time out and should have every chance of landing the spoils. DELIRE D’AMOUR (2) needs to be forgiven for her rather indifferent latest run and she should be having a say in the outcome. SIMPLYTHEBEST (12) hasn’t been far off the action and should be involved for the minor spots.
SELECTIONS
AGNESI (5) – MASAYA (1) – DELIRE D’AMOUR (2) – SIMPLYTHEBEST (12)
C6 – PRIX LA COMBATTANTE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 15,600
MR FILERIN – Finished a fair 5th over 2000m at Nancy in a maiden on the 16th of November 2025. Has plenty more to come and can run well
VOLCANO – Not beaten far in 5th spot over 1600m at Clairefontaine in a maiden on the 21st of October 2025. Winning chance
TAKEO – Runner up over 2000m at Nancy in a claimer on the 16th of November 2025. Second up on French soil and should improve
PIZ PALU – Well beaten into 8th over 2000m at Nancy in a Maiden on the 16th of November 2025. Major improvement needed to feature
ROMANBATI – Poor performance in 10th over 1400m at Deauville in a maiden on the 6th of November 2025. Will battle to feature
CATHERINE’S GIFT – Not seen to best effect in 12th over 2050m at Newcastle in the UK on the 17th of October 2025. Improvement needed to win this
DIANARINA – Finished 4th over 1500m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a maiden on the 12th of November 2025. Others inspire more confidence
LADY MERA – Finished well downfield in 11th over 1800m at Compiegne in a maiden on the 10th of May 2025. Faces an uphill task
ORLOVKA – Dismal run in 15th over 1400m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 21st of November 2025. Will likely remain a maiden after this
ALLEZ DIDI – Dam won once over 1200m and this filly is a first foal so there’s no yardstick to use against her. Follow the market
IRISH QUEEN – Dam won once over 1200m and this well bred daughter of Justify could well know the business on debut. Trainer is operating at an 11.2% win strike rate
Summary: IRISH QUEEN (11) is a debutant who ticks a lot of boxes on debut and could be too good for this lot. She is a well bred filly who should enjoy the trip first up and needs to be followed. VOLCANO (2) has some fair form to his name and leads the pack of those with form under their belt. MR FILERIN (1) gets weight off the back and will be a lot wiser after that debut run. He should come on quite a bit. TAKEO (3) made his French debut last time out and just found one too good. He should be involved for the minor positions.
SELECTIONS
IRISH QUEEN (11) – VOLCANO (2) – MR FILERIN (1) – TAKEO (3)
C7 – PRIX PALLUAT DE BESSET – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
WICKBURY – Finished 5th behind a reopposing sort over track/trip in a handicap on the 17th of November 2025. Can run into the money
CAHAGNES – Moderate run in 7th over track/trip in a handicap on the 3rd of October 2025. Will battle to land a blow in this
ROLEXXA – Not seen to best effect in 12th over 1400m at Clairefontaine in a divided handicap on the 2nd of August 2025. Others inspire more confidence
RAIDEN – Runner up over 1700m at Pornichet in a limited handicap on the 22nd of November 2025. Strong winning claims
ZENBATI – Found one too good in 2nd over track/trip in a handicap on the 17th of November 2025. Massive contender for top honors
CHANT DORE – Gutsy winner over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a handicap on the 18th of November 2025. Should be in the firing line
POKROV – Finished 8th over 1400m at Deauville in a Class 3 course qualifier on the 7th of November 2025. Hard to recommend on form
CRACKO – Well beaten in 9th over 2400m at Limoges in a maiden on the 29th of November 2025. Will still be a maiden after this run
Summary: ZENBATI (5) has just found one too good at his last two outings but looks to be ideally placed to go one better and rates the one to beat. RAIDEN (4) produced a cracking finish at his latest start and will make a strong bid for victory. CHANT DORE (6) shed his maiden tag last time out and remains with scope for improvement which will hold him in good stead heading into this contest. WICKBURY (1) is the highest rated runner in this field who gets weight off the back which will help big time and she isn’t one to dismiss.
SELECTIONS – ZENBATI (5) – RAIDEN (4) – CHANT DORE (6) – WICKBURY (1)

French Selections Friday 5th

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