French Selections Friday 6th

R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX JEAN-PAUL BERTRAND – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 40,000

MERCURE D’ELLE – Made it 3 on the trot when routing the opposition in a 2850m Class E over the inner course a month ago. Faces a tougher challenge this time but with Mathieu Mottier in the bike will be afforded every chance
MISTHOS CHRISTAL – No slouch on a good day but has yet to show much liking for Vincennes and others preferred
MELLOW SPEED – Highly-impressive winner of a 2100m Class E over the other course late last month. Takes on a better lot this time, and will have hind shoes fitted, but must not be underestimated
MYTHIQUE JOSSELYN – Can prove hard to use but has demonstrated considerable flair. Is barefoot as he was when 3rd under there conditions early last month and has the wherewithal to impose
MANNINEN SEVEN – Put in an excellent showing on 14 January when dominating a 2700m Class E here. Hind shoes off once more and, on good behaviour, will be competitive at the business end of affairs
MISTER FOURCADE – Modest colt making first appearance since early-November. Has never produced the goods at Vincennes and, even though reconfigured, still looks an outsider
MICHEL MARTIN – Gave a good account on re-entry, coming 5th in a 2550m Bordeaux class D late last month. Matthieu Abrivard in the bike this time but still not a priority
MISSILE DE TAGOR – 6th of 8, a place behind MICHEL MARTIN (7), in a 2550m Bordeaux Class D late last month, and has no possible chance
MARCUS BERRY – Put a trio of eliminations behind him to easily win a 2175m Class E here on 20 January and, provided Benjamin Rochard keeps him trotting, can confirm
Summary: Nicolas Bazire is particularly well-represented here with 3 runners, his best hope lying with the barefoot, well-placed, and blue-blooded, MYTHIQUE JOSSELYN (4) who was unlucky not to finish closer here last time. He will be opposed though by the complicated MARCUS BERRY (9) who was dynamic over 2175m here 2.5 weeks ago. Bazire’s other 2 runners are also in with a shout, MANNINEN SEVEN (5) having stormed up here in mid-January, and MELLOW SPEED (3) who will be reconfigured after having imposed with ease over the inner course last week.
SELECTIONS
MYTHIQUE JOSSELYN (4) – MARCUS BERRY (9) – MANNINEN SEVEN (5) – MELLOW SPEED (3)
C2 – PRIX GERARD BRAMI – 2700m (a1m1/2) – – Mounted – EUR € 46,000
KAP ORNE – Ran 2nd over 2175m here before coming 5th to KING DU RIL (3) in a Class D over course and distance on 31 December. Sports a fresh formula but has too much ground to make up
KIANNICK OF NOUIC – Returns to a discipline he appreciates, and is barefoot for the occasion, but cannot be regarded a contender
KING DU RIL – Tenacious winner of a Class D over course and distance on 31 December prior to being prepped under harness at Nantes. Is hard to knock when barefoot and focused and must be taken seriously
KAIROUAN GLAM – 3rd to KING DU RIL (3) in a Class D over course and distance on 31 December, prior to an Angers harness conditioner 2.5 weeks ago. Shod to preference this time and, with application, can play a part
KOMEDIE SOMOLLI – 3rd in a pair of Class Ds under these conditions before running 5th in a Class C. Drops back to a more reasonable level and can get a look in
KRISTO STAR – Twice failed to deliver in better company after having won a Class E over track and trip in November, and others easier to back
KANSAS DU HOCTI – Freshened up for this nicely under harness at Cordemais on 14 January. Boasts fine references over track and trip and can make the frame this time
KRONOS DE VANDEL – Justifiably well-regarded element that ran 2nd to KAVIASE (11) in a Class D over course and distance on 19 January. Benjamin Rochard takes over from an injured Paul Ploquin and can again compete for a place on the podium
KAISER CHANCE – Showed improvement when 3rd in a harness Class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne on 25 January and returns to the monte code with little to offer
KLASSIC DREAM – Like a horse reborn since switching codes. Good 3rd in a Class D under these conditions on 21 December, comes here fresh, and should again figure prominently
KAVIASE – Flew up in her last 2, both under these conditions. Has won 4 of 6 with Alexandre Abrivard and is easy to like for the hat-trick
KALMIO DE LOU – Has not imposed for some time but showed his form under harness in Lyon. Has been freshly reconfigured and looks a player first time out
Summary: A joy to watch under these conditions, KAVIASE (11) ran out an easy winner of her last 2 starts and, as long as she stays trotting, will take all the beating. A defeated but courageous runner-up to her that day, KRONOS DE VANDEL (8) reverts to a previous formula and can play a role, but may first have to defer to a reconfigured KALMIO DE LOU (12) who benefits from a super entry for his monte debut under Mathieu Mottier, and the barefoot KANSAS DU HOCTI (7) who went close in 3 of his last 4 starts under these conditions.
SELECTIONS
KAVIASE (11) – KALMIO DE LOU (12) – KANSAS DU HOCTI (7) – KRONOS DE VANDEL (8)
C3 – PRIX MAURICE ET JEROME BERNARDET – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 40,000
LOVE GLORY – Nicely-engaged mare with 3 races under her belt following the break. Gets to race barefoot for the first time and has yet to disappoint for Benjamin Rochard. Claim
LUDIVINE DE BAILLY – Has shown a different side to herself since the autumn. Opened her Vincennes account in a 2175m Class E last weekend, but sports pads this time and will struggle to repeat
LOZEN DE BANVILLE – Returns to racing with pads after running 3rd in a 2700m claimer here in early-December and is not about to cause an upset
LA GUARDIA – Has not been seen out since running 3rd in a claimer over course and distance on 25 November. Benefits from a terrific draw and entry, and steps back up in category with a decent card to play
LUNE LUMALO – Got back in the game last week when comfortably securing a 2050m Class E at
Lyon-La Soie. Is unlikely to open her Vincennes account but is well-positioned and, with Alexis Collette reining, should not be overlooked
LUTECE D’OUVILLE – Failed to pull off the hat-trick when unplaced in a Class D over course and distance late last month. Is patently better than the result would imply and cannot be ruled out
LEVADIA – Lost her way after twice imposing under the saddle here last winter and is unlikely to generate much interest
LILYROSE WIND – Moderate mare making first appearance since late-October. Sports a fresh configuration but still not a concern
LYRE D’ERABLE – Missed out by little on Vincennes debut in early-December, running 2nd in a 2700m Class E. Is back barefoot after being prepped at Mauquenchy and will not be far from the action if David Thomain defies the draw
LOU D’ECROVILLE – Unremarkable trotter that has done nothing of note here this winter and is not about to start now
LUCKY STAR JIEL – Capable on a good day but has been out of sorts lately and will need to get her house in order
LADY OF DURBUY – Disappointing in both starts here this winter. Appears to be some way off her best and can be passed over
LIBERTE HAUFOR – Easily won at Amiens in November before repeating on Vincennes debut in early-December. Unluckily eliminated here on Christmas Eve but Damien Bonne will be eager to put things right
LUNA DE JOUDES – Lost her action in a Class E over course and distance on 24 December. Did not win the draw-lottery this time but will still have her chances if kept out of harm’s way
LAURENE DE BAILLY – Showed some improvement when 6th in a 2850m Class D here on 19 January but still has a lot more to find
LIANGA – Has a pair of runs under her belt after the layoff. Has pulled a rough number but will be barefoot this time and can figure prominently if Mathieu Mottier positions her early
Summary: Eased gently back into competition, LOVE GLORY (1) races barefoot for her first goal of the winter and, considering the entry, looks a marginally better bet than a first-time barefoot, but poorly-placed, LIBERTE HAUFOR (13) who has won 2 of her last 3 starts. Close 2nd on her only start here, LYRE D’ERABLE (9) is forced to break wide but still looks competitively well in. LUNA DE JOUDES (14) did not enjoy the best of trips here on Christmas Eve but has had ample time to recalibrate and will not be far off the mark if Alain Laurent successfully navigates the start.
SELECTIONS
LOVE GLORY (1) – LIBERTE HAUFOR (13) – LYRE D’ERABLE (9) – LUNA DE JOUDES (14)
C4 – PRIX DOMINIQUE SAVARY – 2700m (a1m1/2) – – Mounted – EUR € 56,000
IVANHOE JARZEEN – Won 3 from 4 prior to running 2nd in a 3000m Nantes Class F on 19 January. Has yet to make his mark at Vincennes but in current condition is hard to ignore
IN LOVE DE VALMIER – Blows hot and cold and is better than his recent Toulouse result would suggest. Is entrusted to Alexandre Abrivard this time and will be easy to recommend
IAGO DE SENOVILLE – Surprise 3rd to IKITORI (16) in 24 December race of reference before being prepped under harness at Nantes on 19 January. Is barefoot for first time here but still not a priority
IRON BIRD DEVOL – Got off the monte mark at Pontchateau on 21 December, then repeated with authority at Angers 3 weeks ago, and is unlikely to disappoint at the business end of the race
ISUTAH – Gives a good account for the most part and is proven here, but is clearly being aimed too high
IMHOTEP BUROIS – Raced better in a Bordeaux Class E 11 days ago than his 5th place would suggest. Is confirmed here and will have a legitimate claim
IBILI D’OCCAGNES – Can trot, and has references over course and distance, but eliminated in last 2 and others easier to trust
HELIOS D’ANCLEMAX – Honest type with respectable monte form. Has not been seen out since early-November but will be barefoot, with Anthony Barrier reining, and should not be entirely disregarded
HOLD THE LINE – Distant 4th to IVANHOE JARZEEN (1) at Nantes on 12 January, subsequently failed to confirm later in the month, and is not a concern
IRIS DU PERCHE – Makes just 2nd monte appearance after having failed to make any impact in either code for some time, and can be ruled out
IXOR DE L’ITON – Struggled to make his presence felt behind IKITORI (16) in a Class D here 3 weeks ago but is still capable on a good day and cannot be discounted
INSIDE MAN – Solid on only monte start, in 2022, and returns to the discipline shod and with no possible chance
IQUITA VILI – 5th to IKITORI (16) on Christmas Eve before coming 3rd to IVANHOE JARZEEN (1) at Nantes on 12 January. Mathieu Mottier in the irons this time and has a decent chance of contesting the finish
IL TROTTE JARL – Showed improvement when 5th in a Nantes Class E on 25 January. Adrien Lamy reining this time but still not an obvious choice
HARRYBEAU DE COUET – Has been holding his own in decent company of late, most recently a Class D here on New Year’s Day. Is not about to create an upset but can still pick up some prizemoney
IKITORI – Quality trotter with a lot going for him here. Has been hard to knock lately when fully-shod and can expect to garner the lion’s share of support
Summary: Very hard to fault in this branch of the business, and ideally-engaged at the limit of earnings, IKITORI (16) has been most impressive lately and is in with a realistic chance of imposing. Andrea Roussel will still be keeping a watchful eye on the complicated but talented IVANHOE JARZEEN (1) who races barefoot for the first time at Vincennes, and IQUITA VILI (13) who ran 3rd to him at Nantes last month. Absent from monte racing for over 2 years, IMHOTEP BUROIS (6) has returned to the discipline in good shape and returns to Vincennes with every expectation of picking up a place cheque.
SELECTIONS
IKITORI (16) – IVANHOE JARZEEN (1) – IQUITA VILI (13) – IMHOTEP BUROIS (6)
C5 – PRIX GUY LUX ET LEON ZITRONE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 75,000
JOLYDOLE – Won a Class D under these conditions, from pillar to post, on 19 December. Was being prepped here last month, but is barefoot this time and unlikely to be far off the mark
IDYLLE DU PERSIL – Useful sort but is still clearly in conditioning-mode and best to keep one’s powder dry
JAFLOSA GIRL – Has taken her game to a new level this winter, winning 2 of last 3, both over course and distance. Is in better company this time but should nevertheless hold her own
DIABEL – Drops down the class-ladder after producing a fine finish in a 2100m Gr.3 here on 25 January, having previously been denied a run behind JALENDRA DE MALAC (10) on Boxing Day, and should logically play an active part in the finish
INES DE LA ROUVRE – Has ample ability but has not been firing on all cylinders this winter and can be passed over
JEZABELLE BIE – Has been biting off more than she can chew in both codes this winter. Is competitively-shod but would have better prospects in the other code
HISA DU MARGAS – Produced a 30-1 surprise when winning a Class D over 2100m here on 10 December. Has not been seen out since but is clearly in competition-mode and will generate some interest
JOLIE SURPRISE – Would have finished in the mix 12 days ago here in a 2100m Gr.3 had she kept her action together. David Thomain in the bike this time and will be mindful of setting the record straight
HIGH PROPULSION – No champion but consistently gives her best. Surprise 5th of 14 to JALENDRA DE MALAC (10) on 17 January and, while not a contender, should still be good enough to make first 5
JALENDRA DE MALAC – Quality mare reunited with Mathieu Mottier who has won 2 of 3 with her. Is patently at the top of her game and will be legitimately well-backed to complete the 3-timer
IMPLORA MAUZUN – Has hardly put a foot wrong since returning in the autumn. Comes here fresh and, in her code of preference this time, looks main danger to JALENDRA DE MALAC (10)
GREAT TIGRESS – Hardy mare with an excellent entry here, but has not been seen out since late-September and is not about to spring any surprises
Summary: A wonderful campaigner that goes over any trip, JALENDRA DE MALAC (10) was highly-impressive under these conditions 3 weeks ago, making it 2 on the trot, and with Mathieu Mottier reining can pull off the hat-trick. IMPLORA MAUZUN (11) has not been seen out since early-December but will have been kept on the boil and is not about to let the side down. Considerably more talented than her recent run behind Alexis Grimault’s mare would suggest, and barefoot this time, JOLYDOLE (1) will be no pushover if she replicates here 19 January performance. Good 5th in the Gr.3 Prix Helen Johansson late last month, DIABEL (4) is not one to be undervalued.
SELECTIONS
JALENDRA DE MALAC (10) – IMPLORA MAUZUN (11) – JOLYDOLE (1) – DIABEL (4)
C6 – PRIX JACQUES ORLIAGUET – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class R Claiming Amateur Riders – Harness – EUR € 18,000
MASSILIO BLOND – Is confirmed in this category but has been showing too much spirit this winter and others easier to trust
LA MAGIE DU PERSIL – Disappointing on the whole this winter. Has just the one race in him since the spell and even though barefoot still looks out of her depth
MILADY MADRIK – Very much at home in the claiming division but has not raced since 13 December and appears to have too much to do
LEONARDO TURGOT – Failed to make the grade on claiming debut here last week and can be confidently ruled out
LOUPIAC DE GODREL – Looked very ordinary when 7th in 30 January race of reference and would be preferred competitively-shod
L’AUDACE – Back in the capital after twice acquitting herself well in the provinces late last year. Has not been seen since but will have been specifically prepared for this and can finish in the mix
LUNE DU DOUET – Showed moderate improvement when 5th behind LORD DE BANVILLE (10) in a 2100m claimer here last week. Has ground to make up though and represents a minor place chance at best
LARGO DE JOUDES – Twice a claiming winner last autumn. Has a race under his belt since the spell, is barefoot this time, and looks thoroughly capable of playing a prominent part
LANNISTER D’AVRIL – Showed twice last month his liking for the claiming category. Has yet to deliver over 2700m here, however in this company looks a contender
LORD DE BANVILLE – Missed out by the smallest of margins in a 2100m claimer here last week. May just have found his mark and Alice Bourgoin will be keen to prove the point
L’ORANGE – Hardy mare with decent form at a superior level. Should not be hastily-judged for recent elimination and can be brought back into the fold. Chance
LALBANE STAR – Dead-heated for 3rd, a place behind LANNISTER D’AVRIL (9), in a 2100m claimer here on 14 January. Benefits from a good entry and should not be ignored
Summary: LORD DE BANVILLE (10) showed a different side to himself over shorter here a week ago, on his first start in the claiming division and, even with front pads fitted, can finally get back in the winners’ enclosure. Successful in both codes here this winter, L’ORANGE (11) looks particularly competitive at this level. In the frame in his last 2 starts, LANNISTER D’AVRIL (9) has been reconfigured for his return to 2700m and is plainly close to his race. Runner-up on her only appearance under these conditions, L’AUDACE (6) returns to Paris in fine shape and looks capable of playing a leading role.
SELECTIONS
LORD DE BANVILLE (10) – L’ORANGE (11) – LANNISTER D’AVRIL (9) – L’AUDACE (6)
C7 – PRIX ANDRE THERON – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class C – Mounted – EUR € 46,000
MONA GALAA – Showed promise early last season but subsequently went off the boil. Starts for first time since October and is the weak link here
MINILADY DE CHOC – Clearly a promising filly but ran an uneasy 4th to MATA HARI (9) in a 2700m Class D here on 19 January. Form is not in question and while unlikely to get her nose in front, can still play a small part
MY AMERICA – Won over track and trip on monte debut last May, but has been rather disappointing since and even with front pads fitted is not about to spice things up
MAGGIOTTA – Honest filly that always gives her best but has yet to excel over the main course. Is barefoot this time but others still preferred
MONEY MONEY PIYA – Takes to the monte code for first time, reconfigured and with Anthony Barrier aboard. Has shown considerable potential in the other discipline and can get straight down to business
MARION D’HAFLING – Conditioned under harness here on 17 January after having failed to live up to expectations on Boxing Day. Talent is not in question and will be no easy touch if Benjamin Rochard keeps her focused
MADONE DU TRIEUX – Can prove a handful but ran 2nd to a very good horse over 2200m here a month back. Is arguably better over the inner course but is barefoot for the first time and could pleasantly surprise
MILLESIMA – Serious filly with a bright future. Takes a jump in category but sports a new configuration and, if applied, can make this her own
MATA HARI – Made short work of her monte debut when winning a 2700m Class D by a country mile here on 19 January. Hind shoes back on but still a leading contender
Summary: Winner of 3 from 4 starts to date, latterly in good order over course and distance in November, MILLESIMA (8) may not have not been seen out since, but she has been reconfigured for the first time and is easy to fancy for the win. Mathieu Mottier will still be wary of the complicated, and well-engaged, MATA HARI (9) who sports modified shoeing after having romped over longer on her monte debut here recently. New to the discipline, but reconfigured for the occasion, MONEY MONEY PIYA (5) has shown enough under harness to be considered a player first time in the ridden discipline. MARION D’HAFLING (6) has considerable monte promise and will be more competitively-shod this time.
SELECTIONS
MILLESIMA (8) – MATA HARI (9) – MONEY MONEY PIYA (5) – MARION D’HAFLING (6)
C8 – PRIX GUY DE LA BROSSE – 2850m (a2m) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 52,000
FALSTAFF FONT – Won under these conditions last June. Prepped for this under the saddle 3 weeks ago and, barefoot this time, cannot be discounted
LIONEL MEARAS – Ran 2nd to KILLER RAIN (5) here on Christmas Day, his first French start. Was given a monte conditioner 3 weeks ago, but others still preferred
LEZZO FIGHTER – Talented sort but has been completely off the boil lately and will be shod for the occasion. Disregard
OLYMPUS DRAGON – Quality Belgian element that ran 4th to FALSTAFF FONT (1) here last June. Prepared nicely for this in Victoria Park, will be shod as he was last summer and, although not a priority, cannot be written off either
KILLER RAIN – Won over course and distance on Vincennes bow in early-December, then repeated on Christmas Day over 2700m. Steps up in category but still looks a serious proposition
FARAMIR AS – Steps up in category after running surprise 4th to FLY TOP (8) in a 2700m Class C here on 4 January, however a repeat seems most unlikely
FORCE OF NATURE – Gave a fine account behind FLY TOP (8) here in early-January only to be subsequently disqualified. Alexandre Abrivard in the bike this time but still not a concern
FLY TOP – Made up for Gr.3 Prix Oscar Collard disappointment when picking up victory after the elimination of LEGACY JIEL (9) who had just headed him in a 2700m Class C a month back. Is plainly in top shape and must be respected
LEGACY JIEL – Not the most reliable but can trot. Would have finished 4th behind LOULOU DAB (15) last month had he stayed in stride, and will have his supporters
LEADER D’AIMTE – Honest type with decent credentials over 2850m of the main track. Ran 4th to LOULOU DAB (15) in 15 January race of reference and can get in on the action once again
LAGNU MAG – 46 starts and yet to lose his maiden tag. Ran 6th in 15 January race of reference and is unlikely to make his presence felt
FIRST TIME ROC – Gave a respectable account on return to Paris in mid-January, running 4th in a Class B under these conditions. Is not about to win this but can still pick up a cheque
LAHIRE DE NAPPES – Valiant runner-up to LOULOU DAB (15) in a 2700m Class B here in mid-January. Has form at a superior level and will be expected to finish in the thick of things
LOBBING DE BLARY – Consistent for the most part, and most recently 5th to LOULOU DAB (15) in a 2700m Class B here in mid-January, but will struggle to repeat
LOULOU DAB – Has gone from strength to strength this winter, latterly flying up in a 2700m Class B here, and will not be easy to oppose
LAST MAN – Put on a good show here in late-December, coming 3rd in a Class B over track and trip and, with form maintained, can again make the frame
Summary: Undefeated in 4 starts here this winter, two of them over 2850m, LOULOU DAB (15) stylishly imposed last month, despite hanging, and once again looks the horse to beat. KILLER RAIN (5), however, has taken superbly to Vincennes conditions and legitimately bids for the 3-timer. Nicely-engaged here, and clearly in shape, LAST MAN (16) will be reunited with his handler and should not disappoint. FLY TOP (8) has returned to France at the top of his game and looks competitive for a place cheque, as does the reconfigured LAHIRE DE NAPPES (13) who won the Gr.3 Open 4 Ans under these very conditions in late-November.
SELECTIONS
LOULOU DAB (15) – KILLER RAIN (5) – LAST MAN (16) – FLY TOP (8)
R2 ARGENTAN [R-H]

C1 – PRIX VAN GOGH – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 15,000

NYMPHE PAJELO – Finished 6th in a class F mounted race at Vire over 2225m on 7 December. Needs to do a lot more to beat these rivals
NALA DE FAY – Disqualified in class F over this course and distance on 14 December. Not easy to trust and others are preferred
NAVAH MERCURY – Showed some improvement when fourth in class F at Chateaubriant over 2400m on 18 January. Can be competitive again
NEWTON DE MONGOCHY – Has only been moderate so far and finished 6th in class F at Chateaubriant over 2400m on 18 January. More is needed to win this race
NEFERTITI PIYA – Finished fourth on debut in class F at this track over 2875m on 8 January. Can be a real threat this shorter distance
NONANT EFBE – Finished 7th in class F at this track over 2875m on 24 January. Ha not sho much of late and others are preferred
NINA DE L’AUMOY – Not reliable and finished fifth in class F at this track over 2875m on 8 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
NOMADE DE RIVIERE – Has only been modest so far and finished 6th in class F at Angers over 2425m on 21 January. Needs to do a bit more to score
NELUMBO PHIL – Disqualified in both starts so far, the latest in Class G at Cherbourg over 2625m on 1 February. Capable of improvement and has a place chance
NETIQUETTE – A three-year-old filly by Rockfeller Center out of Hastiaras who is making her debut. Her Dam was unraced. Others make more appeal
NUIT DE PAQUES – A three-year-old filly by Bilibili out of Tryade du Stade who is making her debut. Her Dam won 10 of her 34 starts. Can be a threat on debut
NASHVILLE TURGOT – A three-year-old filly by Express Jet out of Tamise Turgot who is making her debut. Prepared for this and could make the frame
NAPOLI’S GIRL – Disqualified on debut in class F at this track over 2875m on 17 January. Highly-rated and can bounce back to score
NITRO DEUGE – Disqualified on debut in class F at Machecoul over 2700m on 1 February. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
Summary: An interesting first event. NAPOLI’S GIRL (13) fluffed her lines on debut with a disqualification, but she is highly rated and could make amends for that defeat. NEFERTITI PIYA (5) was not disgraced on debut and, with improvement expected, should be a lively danger this time around. NAVAH MERCURY (3) showed some improvement in her second start and could have more to offer. NASHVILLE TURGOT (12) makes her debut but has been prepared for this race and would not be a surprise winner.
SELECTIONS
NAPOLI’S GIRL (13) – NEFERTITI PIYA (5) – NAVAH MERCURY (3) – NASHVILLE TURGOT (12)
C2 – PRIX MONET – 2800m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 18,000
MENEUSE DE HOUELLE – Has improved of late and was a winner in class F at Angers over 2425m on 11 January. Can make the frame
MARYLIN SAUTONNE – Finished 7th in class F at this track over 2875m on 17 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
MARIE DE L’AUNAY – Showed improvement when runner-up in class F at this track over 2875m on 17 January. Remains barefoot and can go one place better
MALIZIOSA – A winner of a class G at this track over 2150m on 24 January. Capable of winning over this longer distance as well
MELLY STAR – Disqualified in class F at Graignes over 2725m on 30 December. Did win her penultimate start and could be a threat
MORENETA – Unreliable but was fourth in class F at Nantes over 3000m on 12 January. Might play a minor role at very best
MALICE DU GERS – In good shape and finished fourth in class E at Nantes over 3000m on 25 January. Can get involved with the finish once again
MARIE DES BAUX – Consistent and was third in class F at Nantes over 3000m on 12 January. Should be competitive once again
MOOREA BOND – Not reliable and finished 7th in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 26 January. More is needed to win
MISS GRAIGNES – Much improved last run when fourth in class F at this track over 2875m on 17 January. Can earn some more money
MACUMBA DES PLANS – Victorious in class F at Gemozac over 2600m on 6 July. Returns from a break and is likely to need this run
MALOU DE LA ROUVRE – Disqualified in class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 8 December. Tries barefoot and could be the surprise package of the race
MISS MOUROTAISE – Has some fair form and finished fifth in class F at Cabourg over 2750m on 6 December. Might earn some mnor money
MELLINA DE MAI – Successful in a class G at this track over 2875m on 10 January. Tries barefoot and can follow up but does have disqualification issues
Summary: A very open race. MARIE DE L’AUNAY (3) gets the vote to score based off a good last run over a similar distance at this course. She should have to fight off many dangers and probably the best of them could be MALICE DU GERS (7), who is in good form and ready to score. MARIE DES BAUX (8) is consistent and quite capable of winning. MENEUSE DE HOUELLE (1) has shown improvement of late and is another that could be worth considering.
SELECTIONS
MARIE DE L’AUNAY (3) – MALICE DU GERS (7) – MARIE DES BAUX (8) – MENEUSE DE HOUELLE (1)
C3 – PRIX TOULOUSE-LAUTREC – 2800m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 18,000
MAESTRO D’IDEE – Unreliable but was third in class F at this track over 2875m on 17 January. Can contest the finish once again
MACARON – Disqualified last time out in class F at Vire over 2800m on 7 December. Tries barefoot and could make the frame
MON ROI – Only modest of late and finished 7th in class E at Angers over 2350m on 15 January. Yet to win a race and others are preferred
MAX DU CAMPDOS – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class E at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 26 January. Not east to trust and others are preferred
MARCO DES GACHERES – Not reliable but did run when fourth in class E at Pontchateau over 2200m on 21 December. Can be a threat in this line-up
MYSTERE DES ARRIS – Not reliable but was fifth in class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 16 December. Capable of playing a minor role
MORNY DE TROUVILLE – Victorious in class G at this track over 2150m on 24 January. Tries barefoot and can double up over this distance
MALABAR MELOC – Not reliable and finished 6th in class E at Vincennes over 2175m on 20 January. Capable of doing better and is not out of it
MAX DE COQUERIE – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest in class E at Angers over 2350m on 28 January. Hard to trust but did win when staying on the trot before that
MERCURE DE CRENNES – Has struggled of late and finished 8th in class G at this track over 2875m on 8 January. Needs to do more to score
MAJOR DE LARRE – Disqualified in class G at Saint-Brieuc over 2575m on 1 February. Has not show much of late and others are preferred
MON ARTISTE EFBE – In good form and was third in Class G over 2150 at this course on 24 January. Has a place chance in this line-up
MOZART DE CHANJAC – Has major disqualification issues and faulted in class G at this track over 2150m on 24 January. Probably best watched for now
Summary: Another competitive race. MORNY DE TROUVILLE (7) appeared to win more comfortably than the margin suggests last time out and could double up. MARCO DES GACHERES (5) is unreliable but does look a threat in a race of this nature, so must be respected. MAESTRO D’IDEE (1) put up a good performance at this track last month and can get into the mix once again. MALABAR MELOC (8) is also capable of shining when in the right mood.
SELECTIONS
MORNY DE TROUVILLE (7) – MARCO DES GACHERES (5) – MAESTRO D’IDEE (1) – MALABAR MELOC (8)
C4 – PRIX FRAGONARD – 2875m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 21,000
LA PETITE MANON – Battling to find best form and finished 8th in class G at Chateaubriant over 2400m on 30 November. Others make more appeal
LIBRE D’ESTHER – Unreliable and finished 9th in class F over this track and trip on 17 January. More is needed to beat these rivals
LA PETITE LILY – Did not show her best when 8th in class F at Mont-de-Marsan over 2875m on 23 November. Caoable of doing better but others are preferred
LADY BLACK BIRD – Not reliable and finished 6th in class F at Chateaubriant over 3000m on 18 January. Capable of earning some money
LANA DE BEAUMEE – Has struggled of late and finished 8th in class F over this track and trip on 10 January. Needs major improvement to win
LIGUE MESLOISE – Disqualified in class F at Graignes over 2700m on 23 August. Had some good form before that but could need this run returning from a break
LONA DE CHAP – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in class F at Le Mans over 2950m on 15 December. Needs to do more to score
LADY BELL – Much improved last run when runner-up in a class F over this track and trip on 17 January. Can go one better
LIMNEE D’AUVRECY – Disqualified in a class F at Graignes over 2700m on 30 December. Capable of doing better and is not out of it
LILOU – Off form and finished 8th in a claimer at Vincennes over 2100m on 23 September. Returns from a break and could need this run
LADY DAIRPET – Not reliable and finished 7th in class E at Saint-Brieuc over 3150m on 23 January. Tries barefoot and could make the frame
LADY FAIRY – Has improved of late and was third in class F over this course and distance on 10 January. Can be a threat yet again
LEGENDE DU BOULAY – Only modest of late and finished 6th in Class F over this course and distance on 17 January. More is needed to beat these rivals
LA BELLE VIE – In good form and was third in class F at Laval over 2850m on 15 November. Returns from a break and could need this run
LADY BECO – Successful in a class F at this track over 2875m on 17 January. Remains barefoot and is capable of scoring again
LAGUNA SECA – Not reliable but was runner-up in class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 7 October. Likely to need this run returning from a break
LA BELLE MIKA – Disqualified in class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 2 February. Not easy to trust and others make more appeal
LEA GIBUS – Did not show her best when 8th in class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 2 February. Remains barefoot and can bounce back to score
Summary: LADY BECO (15) remains in very good form and was an easy winner over this course and distance last month. She can follow up after that confidence-boosting win. LADY BELL (8) showed improvement and only had one ahead of her last time out, so should be a lively danger. LIMNEE D’AUVRECY (9) is not easy to trust but is quite capable of beating these rivals when staying in stride. LADY FAIRY (12) is also in good shape and is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
LADY BECO (15) – LADY BELL (8) – LIMNEE D’AUVRECY (9) – LADY FAIRY (12)
C5 – PRIX RENOIR – 2875m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 21,000
LOOPING DE MA – Disqualified last time out over this track and trip on 24 January. Battling to find best form and others are preferred
LEADER D’ASNOIS – Disqualified last time out at Machecoul over 2700m on 1 February. Not easy to trust and others make more appeal
LOUXOR DE RIVERIE – Off form and finished 8th in Class F at Arras over 2900m on 5 October. Returns from a break and needs to find a few lengths to win
LEWIS PARK – Disqualified last time out at Caen over 2450m on 6 October. Returns from a break and is likely to need this run
LEO PHIL – Has struggled of late and finished tenth in Class F over this track and trip on 24 January. Others are much preferred
LORD TOLLEVILLE – Unreliable but was fourth in Class F over this course and distance on 24 January. Might play a minor role at very best
L’AMIRAL DE LUNE – Remains in good shape and was runner-up in Class F over this course and distance on 23 December. Can go one place better
LEOPARDUS – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest at Cabourg over 2750m on 6 December. Hard to trust and others make more appeal
LITTLE DREAM – Only fair of late and finished 5th in Class F at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2150m on 21 January. Unreliable but is capable of winning
L’ASTRE D’ORION – Battling to find best form and finished 8th in Class F at Angers over 2425m on 21 January. Needs to find a few lengths to win
LOTUS DU RIB – Returned to form with a victory in Class E at Angers over 3125m on 28 January. Clearly not out of it
LUTIN DU PRATEL – Not reliable but was fourth in Class E at Saint-Brieuc over 3150m on 23 January. Could earn some minor money
LEADER DE L’AUMOY – Has major disqualificaion issues but was runner-up in Class E at Cabourg over 2725m on 16 December. Not out of it
LYX OF CAMARO – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up in Class F over this course and distance on 10 January. Be right there at the finish
LEADER BEACH – Not reliable but did finish third in Class E at Nantes over 3000m on 12 January Has a place chance in this line-up
LOOK AT ME D’AIRZA – Remains in good shape and was third in Class E at Vincennes over 2175m on 11 December. Can be competitive once again
LOOK QALI – Returned to form with a Class F win at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 18 January. Has disqualification issues but can folllow up
Summary: A very open race. L’AMIRAL DE LUNE (7) remains in good shape and only found one a bit better over this course and distance last month. He could take out a race of this nature. LOOK QALI (17) has disqualification issues but was a well-backed winner on his latest start and can follow up if in the same mood. LYX OF CAMARO (14) is threatening to score and must be respected. LOOK AT ME D’AIRZA (16) is also in good shape and is not out of it.
SELECTIONS
L’AMIRAL DE LUNE (7) – LOOK QALI (17) – LYX OF CAMARO (14) – LOOK AT ME D’AIRZA (16)
C6 – PRIX UTRILLO – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 21,000
KISS ME JAMINI – Disqualified in class F at Vincennes over 2700m on 24 December. Victorious earlier in December and could be the surprise package of the race
KALINE DE CONNEE – Victorious in Class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 8 December. Quite capable of following up with another success
KALINE FOUR – Not reliable but was 4th in class F at this track over 2800m on 24 January. Has shown improvement and can make the frame again
KALIMERA FLASH – Has struggled of late and was 11th in Class F at this track over 2800m on 24 January. Others are preferred
KISS ME MATCH – Disqualified in class F at Angers over 2350m on 8 December. Victorious in November and is capable of winning when smart
KAPELLA FABULET – Disqualified in class F at Nantes over 2275m on 19 January. Battling to find best form and others make more appeal
KRISTAL VICTORY – Disqualified in class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 27 December. Unreliable and is probably best watched for now
KANELLE LA RAVELLE – Disqualified in class F at Nantes over 2275m on 19 January. Did better in her penultimate start and can contest the finish if staying in stride
KATE DE LA MOTTE – Only modest of late and finished 8th in class F at this course over 2800m on 24 January. Capable of doing better and has a place chance
KIFILE DANICA – Did not show her best when 6th in class F at Graignes over 2725m on 2 February. Capable of earning some minor money
KALINE DE SOYORA – Off form and was 12th in class F at this course over 2800m on 24 January. Needs to find a few lengths to win
KUZA DU BOUILLON – Only modest of late and was 8th in class F at Saint-Brieuc over 3150m on 23 January. Needs to do more to score
KALINE D’ARDENNES – Disqualified in class F at Angers over 2350m on 8 December. In poor form and others are much preferred
KALISCA DE LA LEUE – Finished 10th in class E at Laval over 2850m on 15 December. Needs major improvement to win this race
Summary: KALINE FOUR (3) returns from a short break but was a solid winner last time out at Cabourg and has every chance of following up with more success. KISS ME MATCH (5) faulted last time out but is better judged on her good penultimate start and can get involved with the finish if smart. KANELLE LA RAVELLE (8) is also capable of being a threat if she stays on the trot to the post. KALINE FOUR (3) is unreliable but is another that is capable of shining.
SELECTIONS
KALINE DE CONNEE (2) – KISS ME MATCH (5) – KANELLE LA RAVELLE (8) – KALINE FOUR (3)
C7 – PRIX MANET – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 21,000
KOKO MARBOULA – Off form and finished 11th in Class F at this course over 2800m on 24 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
KING PRESTIGE – Finished 14th in class F at Meslay-du-Maine over 2600m on 18 December. Victorious back in May and is capable of scoring
KOLOSSE – Holding form and finished 4th in class F at this track over 2800m on 24 Janurary. Should contest the finish yet again
KELSAM DU RUISSEAU – Disqualified in class F at this track over 2800m on 24 January. Capable of being a threat when staying in stride
KARISME NAY – Disqualified in class F at Argentan over 2800m on 24 January. Unreliable but is capable of playing a minor role when smart
KOULOU GAGOU – Has struggled of late and was 9th in class F at Angers over 3125m on 21 January. Has disqualification issues and others are preferred
KASH DIBAH – Did not show his best when 6th in class F at Ecommoy over 2750m on 14 September. Returns from a break and could need this run
KATENKINO – Only modest of late and finished 7th in class F at Angers over 2350m on 8 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
KAMALIS – Showed some improvement when 6th in class F at this course over 2800m on 24 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
KLIF DE LA MITRIE – Disqualified in class E at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 26 January. Not easy to trust but does have a place chance
KILIMANDJARO – Has struggled of late and finished14th in class F at Saint-Galmier over 2600m on 4 November. Returns from a break and others make more appeal
KIFF DU MANOLET – Unreliable but was 3rd in class E at Cordemais over 2825m on 14 Janurary. Has shown improvement and could earn some money
KADOR DES TITHAIS – Finished 8th in class F at Angers over 3125m on 21 January. Succesful back in November and is not out of it
KOOL DU VALVIC – Did not show his best when 8th in class G at Reims over 2550m on 7 December. A winner back in November and is capable of an upset
KELROC – Victorious in Class G at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 22 October. Returns from a break but can score if fit enough
KASHKAI – Unreliable and finished 7th in class E at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 26 January. Needs to do more to score
Summary: A very tricky race and anything looks possible. KING PRESTIGE (2) is clearly capable of winning at this level, so gets the vote to score. KOLOSSE (3) is usually competitive and should be right there at the finish once again. KELSAM DU RUISSEAU (4) fluffed his lines with a fault last time out but is capable of scoring when staying on the trot. KELROC (15) returns from a break but does have ability and can win if fit enough.
SELECTIONS
KING PRESTIGE (2) – KOLOSSE (3) – KELSAM DU RUISSEAU (4) – KELROC (15)
C8 – PRIX DEGAS – 2875m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 24,000
INES LAND – Did not show her best when 8th in class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 16 November. Returns from a break and could need this run
JOKER DREAM – Faulted last time out in class E at Saint-Brieuc over 2575m on 1 February. Unreliable but could be the surprise package of the race
JULIUS ECUS – Disqualified in class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 21 December. Not easy to trust but can earn some money when smart
JUMPIE PURPLE – Unreliable but was 3rd in class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 8 January. Has a place chance in this line-up
JOKER DE VOUEDE – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class E at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 26 January. Remains barefoot but others are preferred
INDY FOUTEAU – Victorious in Class G at Saint-Brieuc over 2575m on 1 February. Not reliable but cannot be ruled out from another victory
ITON DES LANDES – Off form and finished 15th in class G at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2150m on 30 November. On a long losing streak and others make more appeal
JADORE CERIZE – In good form and was runner-up in class F at Nantes over 3000m on 25 January. Successful back in December and has claims of winning
JUMPING DU RIB – Not disgraced when 5th in class E at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 18 December. Capable of playing a minor role
IDYLLE MIKA – Finished 16th in class G at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2150m on 30 November. Needs to do more to score
JOKER DES LANDES – Only modest of late and finished 6th in class G at this track over 2800m on 24 January. Probably needs to find a few lengths to win
JESABELLE DU JOUR – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class F at Angers over 3125m on 15 Janurary. Capable of scoring when smart
JOFESCA BUISSONAY – A runner-up in her last three starts, the latest in class F at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 17 January. Can go one place better
JUSTE DU GERS – Has some fair form and finished 5th in class E at Nantes over 3000m on 25 January. Capable of making the frame
JACK DU CEBE – Consistent and was runner-up in class F at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 8 June. Could need this run returning from a break
ICONE PONT VAUTIER – Unreliable and finished 7th in class F at Saint-Brieuc over 3150m on 23 January. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
JAMAIQUE DAIRPET – Did not show her best when 9th in class F at Angers over 3125m on 15 Janurary. In good form before that and can contest the finish
Summary: A very interesting lucky last race. JADORE CERIZE (8) is in good form and gets a narrow vote to score, but she will need to see off many challengers. JAMAIQUE DAIRPET (17) has been prepared with this race in mind and must be respected for that. JESABELLE DU JOUR (12) is not easy to trust but can score if staying in stride. JESABELLE DU JOUR (12) has been unlucky not to win any of her last three starts and can go one better this time.
SELECTIONS
JADORE CERIZE (8) – JAMAIQUE DAIRPET (17) – JESABELLE DU JOUR (12) – JOFESCA BUISSONAY (13)
R3 PAU [R-H]

C1 – PRIX AMAURY DE CAZANOVE – 3900m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Condition – Steeple Chase – EUR € 34,000

FOREST DU PECOS AA – Course winner over 3900m in a conditions chase on January 11th. Like this track and holds leading claims
MARBRE ROSE AA – Good win over 3500m in a hurdle race at this track on January 30th on his second start. He will be well schooled for this chasing debut and looks like a nice prospect
ABOU AA – Three unplaced runs since a 4th over 3500m at Toulouse in a hurdle race on October 27th. Tries fences and has work to do
MICMAC DE BRABOIS AA – Two unplaced runs since a 3rd over 3500m at Dax in a Class 3 hurdle on September 21st. Faces a stiff task on his chasing bow
Summary: MARBRE ROSE AA (2) won nicely on his second start in a conditions hurdle at this track late last month, and he looks like the ideal type to do well over the larger obstacles. He is preferred ahead of FOREST DU PECOS AA (1), who is a winner over hurdles and fences at this track, the latest success came over the track and trip in a conditions chase in January. ABOU AA (3) tries fences for the first time and has work to do to beat the main protagonists.
SELECTIONS
MARBRE ROSE AA (2) – FOREST DU PECOS AA (1) – ABOU AA (3) – MICMAC DE BRABOIS AA (4)
C2 – PRIX ELIE DE MALET – 4100m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Condition – Cross – EUR € 34,000
PESO DI LEGNO AA – Won gamely last time over 4700m in a cross-country race on January 16th. Capable of being competitive
JAZZ DE CANDALE AA – Solid efforts at this track recently, a win two runs back over 4100m in a cross-country on December 28th, and a 2nd on January 16th over 4700m. Key chance
DOMINO DU RAYNAL AA – Fair 3rd last time out over 4700m in a cross-country at this track behind PESO DI LEGNO AA (1) on January 16th. Hard to ignore
KAPPA GREEN AA – Three unplaced runs of late, the latter when failing to complete the course over 4700m in a cross-country on January 16th. Others make more appeal
GRIS MINOIS AA – Finished 4th last time out over 4700m in a cross-country at this track behind PESO DI LEGNO AA (1) on January 16th. In the mix
Summary: JAZZ DE CANDALE AA (2) won over this track and trip in December before finishing second in mid-January when beaten by PESO DI LEGNO AA (1) over 4700m. Back over his preferred distance, he can gain the edge over his old rival. PESO DI LEGNO AA (1) is capable of giving another solid account of himself and should not be overlooked. DOMINO DU RAYNAL AA (3) finished third on his latest outing in January and also warrants respect.
SELECTIONS
JAZZ DE CANDALE AA (2) – PESO DI LEGNO AA (1) – DOMINO DU RAYNAL AA (3) – GRIS MINOIS AA (5)
C3 – PRIX FREDERIK HENRY PRINCE – 3900m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 34,000
MAVERICK’AMSYL – Five unplaced runs, the most recent over 3900m at this track in a Class 4 chase on January 18th. Hard to recommend
MARNAGE – Solid effort to be 2nd at this track over 3900m in a Class 4 chase on January 18th. One to pay attention to
MONTGAZON – Two placed efforts over fences recently, 3rd on the latter over 3900m in a Class 4 race on January 18th. Place contender
MISTRAL MORIVIERE – Won on the last start over 3500m in a Class 3 hurdle race at this track on January 16th. Makes his chasing debut and can be expected to be well-schooled
MAGNIFICA – Placed on his last two runs, the latter over 3500m in a Class 3 hurdle race at this track on January 16th behind MISTRAL MORIVIERE (4). Tries fences and hold strong claims
Summary: MISTRAL MORIVIERE (4) won well on his debut over hurdles in a Class 3 race at this track in mid-January and holds strong claims of scoring on his chasing debut. He can confirm form with MAGNIFICA (5), who was back in second in that hurdle race and can make things interesting. MARNAGE (2) showed promise when second in a Class 4 chase at this track in January and should not be ruled out.
SELECTIONS
MISTRAL MORIVIERE (4) – MAGNIFICA (5) – MARNAGE (2) – MONTGAZON (3)
C4 – PRIX MICHEL COL – 3300m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Claiming – Hurdles – EUR € 19,000
MAJOR DU LARGE – Two placed runs in claiming hurdles at this track recently, the latter over 3300m on January 23rd. Hard to ignore
STRONG BOY – Four unplaced runs, the latter when 5th at Pau over 3700m in a claiming chase on January 30th. Place contender
MYRTILLO – Unraced gelding by Joshua Tree, the dam never raced. Likely to improve for this debut run unless the betting market is lively
MAJESTE DECIERGUES – Fair effort to be 2nd over 3700m at this track in a claiming chase on January 30th. One to pay close attention to
MAJOR STAR – Three unplaced efforts of late, 8th over 3500m in a Class 3 hurdle at this track on January 20th last time out. Hardly inspiring
LADY ZAZA – Failed to complete on her last two runs over fences, the latter on December 29th at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 3700m. Placed form over hurdles, which includes a 3rd in October in a Class 3 event. Down in class and can be competitive
MELCASTILLE – Three unplaced runs so far, failed to complete the course on her last effort in a claiming hurdle over 3300m on January 3rd. Look elsewhere
Summary: It might pay to take a chance on LADY ZAZA (6), who has previous placed form in a Class 3 hurdle in October at Fontainebleau. She reverts to hurdles after a couple of tame efforts over fences recently. MAJOR DU LARGE (1) has arguably the best recent form over hurdles. He can once again have a say in proceedings. MAJESTE DECIERGUES (4) ran well to be second over fences late last month and can be involved back over hurdles today. STRONG BOY (2) completes the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
LADY ZAZA (6) – MAJOR DU LARGE (1) – MAJESTE DECIERGUES (4) – STRONG BOY (2)
C5 – PRIX JEAN PAUL BRIN – 4100m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 45,000
LUCKY D’AUBRELLE – Two unplaced runs since a 4th over 3500m in a Listed chase at Auteuil on May 8th, 2025. Useful performer and is dropping in class who has won over hurdles and fences at this track before
ASTROLOGER – Three unplaced runs of late, the latter over 3900m in a handicap chase at this track on January 16th. Capable if bouncing back to form
WELLS PARK – Won narrowly on his last start over 3900m at this track in a handicap chase. One to pay close attention to each-way
KADOVER – Unplaced last time, 3rd previously over 3800m in a Class 1 chase at Cagnes-sur-Mer on December 25th. Looks vulnerable
MON PETIT PRINCE – He has been 2nd on the last two runs, the latter over 3800m in a handicap hurdle at this track on January 3rd. Leading contender
ALL MOONSHINE – Two unplaced runs since a win over 3600m in a Class 2 hurdle at Compiegne on April 22nd. Has work to do
LYCAON DE BERCE – Finished 3rd over 3800m at this track in a handicap hurdle on January 20th last time out. Can be on the premises
LAGUNE D’OUDAIRIES – Got off the mark over 3900m in a Class 2 chase at this track on January 13th last time out. Back over hurdles but others preferred
POLYNECTAR VAL – Placed 3rd last time over 3500m at this track in a handicap hurdle on January 3rd. Likely to find a few of these too smart
EXCITING HUNT – Four unplaced runs of late, the latter when 7th in a handicap hurdle over 3500m at this track on December 16th. Place contender if back on track
LIGHT OF STAR – Two solid runs this year, a win on the latter over 3800m at this track in a claiming hurdle on January 23rd. Can make the frame
MARVEL DELABLAIRIE – Placed 3rd on his last run over 3500m at this track in a Class 3 hurdle on January 31st. He might find this challenging
DO RE MIX – Finished 4th over 3800m in a claiming hurdle at this track on January 13th. Unlikely to be a threat
Summary: LUCKY D’AUBRELLE (1) has been contesting much stronger races recently over fences at Auteuil. He is a previous winner over hurdles at this track and is expected to get back on track today. His main threat could be MON PETIT PRINCE (5), who has been second on his last two runs, the most recent in a handicap hurdle at this track on January 3rd. ASTROLOGER (2) has been low-key recently, but remains capable and can have a say in the finish. LIGHT OF STAR (11) looks best of the rest.
SELECTIONS
LUCKY D’AUBRELLE (1) – MON PETIT PRINCE (5) – ASTROLOGER (2) – LIGHT OF STAR (11)
C6 – PRIX D’ABERE – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 19,200
GENERAL CHOP – Placed 4th last time out over 1600m in a handicap at this track on January 11th. Others seem better equipped
KODVEDEV – Two unplaced efforts since a 3rd on debut over 1400m at La Teste on June 26th in a conditions race. Others rate higher
MA OUI CHOP – Finished 3rd on his one run over 1600m at this track on January 11th. Open to progress and is worth considering
WOOD ROSE – Ran well to be 3rd on his debut at this track over 1400m in a maiden race on January 23rd. Can keep on improving and be involved
KOHAKOU – Several placed efforts of late, 2nd on the latter over 1400m in a maiden race at this track on January 23rd. Ought to be in the shake-up
OVER GROUND – Placed 4th on his sole start over 1600m in a conditions race at this track on January 11th. Top-three chance
COUNSELOR – Showed improvement when 3rd over the track and trip on January 7th in a maiden race last time out. Progressive and hard to ignore
HELLO LOUIS – Placed 2nd on his sole start over 1600m in a conditions race at this track on November 28th. Can improve and be hard to beat
ZARAK STUD CEN – Two unplaced runs so far, the latter over 1600m in a maiden race at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on November 4th. Hard to recommend
MAJESTAD – Unraced colt by St Mark’s Basilica, the dam never raced. Likely to need this run unless he gets support in the betting suggests otherwise
Summary: HELLO LOUIS (8) ran a good race when finishing second on debut in a conditions event over 1600m at this track in late November and is open to improvement from that experience. His main danger could be COUNSELOR (7), who produced his best run when third over this track and trip in a maiden race early last month. WOOD ROSE (4) made a pleasing debut when finishing third over 1400m late last month and can step forward from that outing, while KOHAKOU (5) completes the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
HELLO LOUIS (8) – COUNSELOR (7) – WOOD ROSE (4) – KOHAKOU (5)
C7 – PRIX DE CIBOURE – 4000m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Steeple Chase – EUR € 37,000
INTIME WILD – Ran well to be 4th over 3900m in a Class 3 chase last time out on January 3rd. Can make the top three despite top-weight
ZILIA REBEL – Failed to complete the course over 3500m in a Class 3 hurdle on January 13th at this track last time out. He needs to bounce back to his better form
FRIPON DU SEUIL – Four unplaced runs since a win over 4700m at this track in a handicap chase on January 29th, 2025. Ought to be thereabouts
HUNION DELABLAIRIE – Placed on the last four runs, 3rd at Moulins in a Class 3 handicap chase on December 13th last time out. Can make the frame at nice odds
EASTER SUNDAY – Unplaced last time out, 2nd previously over 4700m at Haras Du Pin in a handicap chase on October 26th. One to keep onside
STELLOMAKER – Five unplaced runs since a win over 4000m at Le Lion D’Angers on April 21st last year in a Class 3 handicap chase. He has dropped in the weights and has each-way claims
OUR DREAM – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 4700m in a claiming chase at this track on January 11th. Capable of making an impact
COCOTTE ROYALE – Ran well to be 2nd over 3800m in a claiming hurdle at this track on January 23rd. She has placed form over fences and warrants respect
SAINT CRUSH – Placed 4th over 5300m in a Grade 3 chase at this track on January 18th. He has outside place claims
JOYFULL – Won on his last run over 4200m at Moulins on December 13th in a Class 3 handicap chase. Faces a much sterner test
IGOR – Placed 4th last time over 3800m in a hurdle in January, a win before that over 3700m in a claiming chase at this track on December 20th. Might find a few too smart
STATE OF MIND – Four unplaced efforts of late, the latter over 4700m in a claiming chase at Pau on January 11th. Others look more appealing
Summary: OUR DREAM (7) could be the answer to this competitive handicap chase. He should be suited dropping back in distance after a second two runs back in a claiming chase at this track on January 11th. COCOTTE ROYALE (8) can make the selection work hard for the win. She was a decent second over hurdles at this track late in January. STELLOMAKER (6) is better than recent form figures and has each-way credentials. INTIME WILD (1) is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
OUR DREAM (7) – COCOTTE ROYALE (8) – STELLOMAKER (6) – INTIME WILD (1)
C8 – PRIX D’ESPELETTE – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 19,200
SELENITE – Showed improvement when 5th at Cagnes-sur-Mer in a maiden on January 14th on her second start. Can make more progress and get off the mark
NENA – Two unplaced efforts so far, 7th on the most recent over 1600m in a maiden race at this track on January 7th. Unlikely to be involved
AMUSANTE – Solid progress when second on her last run over 1600m in a maiden race at this track on January 7th. Key chance
BARENIA – Two unplaced runs, the most recent over 2000m at this track in a maiden race on January 18th. Look for an alternative
BOTIKI – Placed 2nd on the one run over 1200m at San Sebastian (ESP) in a conditions race on July 6th. Faces a stiff task
CLAUDIA CHOP – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 1400m in a claimer at this track on January 2nd.Look elsewhere
VOLKONSKHA – Three unplaced efforts since a 2nd over 1400m at Toulouse in a Class 2 race on October 10th. One to look at each-way
WHAKA – Two 6th place runs this year, the latter over 1400m in a maiden race at this track on January 23rd. Has place claims
EAGLE TREE – Three unplaced efforts so far, 9th at Pau in a maiden race over 2000m on January 18th last time out. Opposable
TWO NIJINSKY CEN – Ran well to be 3rd over 2000m in a maiden race at this track on January 18th on her second start. One to pay attention to
MISSES LILY – Unraced filly by Gutaifan, the dam won 1 race. Should be well prepared by her astute trainer, and she is worth a market check
Summary: SELENITE (1) showed improvement when finishing fifth on her latest start in a maiden on the turf at Cagnes-sur-Mer in mid-January, and this well-bred filly can get off the mark today. He chief threat could be AMUSANTE (3), who was a pleasing second over 1600m in a maiden at this track early last month. TWO NIJINSKY CEN (10) is another with recent track form and is a worthy each-way option. VOLKONSKHA (7) makes up the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
SELENITE (1) – AMUSANTE (3) – TWO NIJINSKY CEN (10) – VOLKONSKHA (7)
R4 DEAUVILLE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DU CHENE A GUILLOTIN – 2500m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,300

FEEDESREVES – Finished 10th at this track over 2500m on the 22nd of last month and overall form makes no appeal. Happy to ignore from everything
VESINABA – Ignore last run, finished 3rd at Chantilly over 2700m before that in a Handicap. Include in all bets, can earn
DSCHINGIS ANGEL – Long time threatening maiden. Placed 2nd at Pornichet in a Handicap on the 27th of January over 2400m and has more of a place chance than a winning one
LANDARYNA – Running well, placed 3rd at this track over 2500m in a Handicap on the 22nd of last month. Strong each way chance
ALGOT – Current form has been on the serious decline over various tracks and trips and is impossible to make a case for. Ignore from all bets
ELYT OF GOLD – Taking forever to return back to form, last run was dismal and others will be way stronger. Can be ignored
LIGHTED GLORY – In good form, finished 2nd at this course over 2500m in a Handicap on the 22nd of January and rates the one to be with. Sparkling winning chance
SUDDEN DEATH – Better 3rd at Deauville over 2500m on the 22nd of last month in a Handicap and should be right there. Strong place chance
DREAM IN NORMANDY – Finished 3rd at Pornichet over 2400m on the 27th of January in Handicap class and is one to include in all bets. Good chance
POET’S BLACK – Hard to make a case for, finished nearer to last than first last time and others will be way the stronger. Can be overlooked
MAESTRO CHOP – Placed 3rd at Chantilly over 3200m on the 31st of January in a Handicap and can get into the action again. Fair chance
RIVER DAVEN – Finished 3rd at Pornichet over 2100m on the 24th of last month in a Handicap and should be able to run well again. Fair place chance
PENNYWELL – Only managed 12th spot at this track last time over 2500m and will need to do more to threaten. Happy to ignore
ALF A STAR –
TARGUI – Forever maiden that is very clearly struggling to feature. Hard to fancy and would be a shock winner. Pass by
Summary: LIGHTED GLORY (7) is holding form, caught the eye last time when second at this track and is confidently chosen to go one more. LANDARYNA (4) has finished third in her last two and will have an undeniable each way chance. DSCHINGIS ANGEL (3) is a long time professional maiden and looks to have more of a place chance than a winning one. SUDDEN DEATH (8) is a natural inclusion for the quartet.
SELECTIONS
LIGHTED GLORY (7) – LANDARYNA (4) – DSCHINGIS ANGEL (3) – SUDDEN DEATH (8)
C2 – PRIX DU CHENE DE LA FERME DE SOCQUENTOT – 2500m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,200
ERIDITA DOVER – Finished 8th at this track over 2500m on the 16th of January and overall form needs building on. Others are preferred and this one can be ignored
FELIX FELICIS – Ignore last run, finished 6th at Deauville the time before over 2500m and can be expected to do way better. Undeniable place chance
MURANO – He was a winner of his penultimate and followed up with a fair 5th at Pornichet over 3100m late last month and cannot be ignored from any bets. Include in the quartet
KAPO ROSSO – Was victorious at Nantes four races back and has been dismal thereafter which makes it very hard to make a case for this one. Pass by
MY DARLING – Finished 2nd at Deauville on the 22nd of January over 2500m in Handicap class and has every chance of going one more now. Big runner
SINGEL MALT – Placed 4th at this venue over 2500m in a Handicap on the 22nd of last month and can get into the action. Good chance
SECOND TO NONE – Bounces into the race fresh off victory at this course over 2500m on the 22nd of last month in a similar Handicap. Good each way chance
MEARAS STYLE – Won penultimate start at this track but followed up with a dismal run here over 2500m on the 22nd of last month. Hard to predict and hard to make a case for
SPINNING MIST – Will need to serve up way more than recent 11th place finish at Pornichet over 2100m on the 24th of last month in a Handicap and others are far preferred
TENYEARSAFTER – Was last seen on the 22nd of last month at this course over 2500m in a Handicap making no impression in 9th place. Hard to fancy and gamble on
LUCAS TREZY – Posted a way better effort last time when 4th at Pornichet over 2100m on the 24th of January in a Handicap and is the one to beat
RUE DES ORTEAUX – Placed 5th at Deauville over 2500m on the 22nd of last month in a Handicap and has the ability to get closer now. Bright place chance
MICCOSUKEE – Will need to do more than recent 6th place finish at Pornichet over 2400m before warranting any consideration for any bets. Pass by
MONT STEELE – Looking for tenth career win, placed 4th at this track over 2500m in Handicap class last time out and others are preferred for the win. Small, place chance
FALABELLA – Placed 7th at Deauville over 2500m in a Handicap on the 22nd of last month and way more will be required to threaten. Can be dismissed from all bets
Summary: LUCAS TREZY (11) caught the eye last time when running a much better race finishing fourth at Pornichet and is the firm first suggestion in an open race. MY DARLING (5) finished second late last month at this track and has every chance of going one more today. Strong each way chance. SECOND TO NONE (7) comes into the race fresh off a victory and can follow up. FELIX FELICIS (2) can finish in the first for and needs to be respected and included.
SELECTIONS
LUCAS TREZY (11) – MY DARLING (5) – SECOND TO NONE (7) – FELIX FELICIS (2)
C3 – PRIX DU CHENE D’ALLOUVILLE – 2500m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 28,800
CHESS – Comes into the race fresh off a win at Chantilly over 2700m on the 10th of January and has a huge chance of following up. Strong each way chance
ZILRAK – Won penultimate but finished way back last time which is a small concern. Hard to assess and hard to predict. Prefer others
COSMIC FRONT – Will need to improve on latest run when 8th at this track over 2500m on the 16th of last month in a Handicap. Expected to be involved at the finish
INCREMENTAL – Finished 5th at this course on the 16th of last month in a Handicap over 2500m and can go close. Firm first suggestion
MARTIN – Won at Durtal in penultimate start, followed up with an 8th place run at Deauville in early January over 3400m and more will be needed for the win. Others are preferred and can be ignored from all bets
SHALOHA – Only managed a 10th place finish at Pau over 2400m on the 18th of January in a Handicap and will need serious progression on that and overall form to feature. Pass by
AMELIELYMPIQUE – Only managed to finish 14th at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 2400m last time and would be a shock if placing . Prefer others and can be ignored
ADLAN SENORA – Was a winner of the last run when competing at Deauville on the 16th of January over 2500m in a Handicap and has every chance of following up. Respect and include
MEAUTIS – Placed 3rd at Deauville on the 16th of January over 2500m in a Handicap and should again be very effective here. Good chance
FREEZE – Form has gone cold of late, placed 5th at Lyon La Soie over 2400m on the 5th of December in a Handicap and others will be much the stronger. Hard to fancy
TIC TAC – Finished way back in 15th place last time at Deauville over 2500m and will need to build on that to threaten and probably can. Small place chance
REVALITE – Needs serious improvement on current and all form. Placed 8th at Deauville over 2500m in a Handicap on the 16th of last month and that is highly unlikely to be good enough. Pass by
LE GAST – Fair form, finished 2nd at penultimate and followed up with an encouraging 5th at Deauville over 2500m in a Handicap and should be in the mix. Strong place chance
CARTIMANDUA – She finished 4th at Deauville on the 16th of last month over 2500m in a Handicap and can get much closer now. Can be included in larger betting calculations
NUMERUS BORGET – Placed 12th at Fontainebleau over 3000m on the 22nd of November last year in Handicap class and might need a run or two to tighten up. Prefer others
Summary: INCREMENTAL (4) has run two solid races recently and is with a bit more luck in the running, could come on top in this open race. He has strong winning claims. COSMIC FRONT (3) is a tad off form and will need to do more for the win but certainly has a bright place chance as he boasts a sound record over the course & distance. CHESS (1) was a winner recently and can follow up. ADLAN SENORA (8) should not be discounted for a place.
SELECTIONS
INCREMENTAL (4) – COSMIC FRONT (3) – CHESS (1) – ADLAN SENORA (8)
C4 – PRIX DU GROS-CHENE DE LIERNU – 2500m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,100
PROXIMA CENTAURI – Only modest of late and finished 7th in a Conditions race at this track over 1900m on 30 January. More is needed to score
JAGUARE PRECIEUSE – Has struggled of late and was 11th in a handicap at Chantilly over 3200m on 31 January. Unreliable and others make more appeal
AMAZONE ISLAND – Victorious in a handicap over this track and trip on 29 December. Carries a penalty but is not out of it
FORCE TRANQUILLE – Consistent and was 3rd in a Conditions race at Lyon-La Soie over 2400m on 21 January. Can be competitive once again
BORN TO WIN – Unreliable and was 8th in a handicap over this track and trip on 22 Janurary. Capable of doing better and is not out of it
FIRSTMAN – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a Conditions raceat Lyon-La Soie over 2400m on 21 January. Might play a minor role
ALL STORY – Finished 10th in a claimer at Pornichet-La Baule over 2100m on 19 January. Needs major improvement to win this race
WATT OHM – Threatening to win and was runner-up in a handicap over this track and trip on 22 January. Can go one place better
LEMPIRA – In good shape and was 4th in a handicap over this track and trip on 22 Janurary. Capable of earning some more money
MISTER POWER – Unreliable and was 10th in a handicap over this course and distance on 22 January. Needs to find a few lengths to win
LELLA DESJY – Off form and finished 10th in a handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 3100m on 24 Janurary. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
KITTEN DREAM – Successful in a handicap at Pau over 2400m on 26 December. Carries a penalty and this does look a tougher task
PLUMBAGO – Did not show his bet when 8th in a handicap over this track and trip on 22 December. Could play a minor role
AND WE DANCED – Finished 6th in a handicap over this course and distance on 22 January. Victorious in November and is capable of an upset
AIMANT – In good shape and was 3rd in a handicap over this course and distance on 22 January. Be right there at the finish
Summary: A very competitive handicap. WATT OHM (8) deserves some winning success. He had a number of these runners behind him over this course and distance last month, so gets the vote to score. AIMANT (15) is consistent and was not far behind that rival when they met, and can turn the tables with luck in-running. FORCE TRANQUILLE (4) is usually competitive, so can get involved with the finish once again. AMAZONE ISLAND (3) is a recent track and trip winner and could follow up under a penalty.
SELECTIONS
WATT OHM (8) – AIMANT (15) – FORCE TRANQUILLE (4) – AMAZONE ISLAND (3)
C5 – PRIX DU CHATEAU D’OLIVET – 1300m (a6f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 22,100
PERFECTA – Finished seventh over 1300m on this course in Handicap on 9 January. Finished third in penultimate run at this level and chance on that outing
AVEC DES SI – Has lost best form. Finished eighth over 1300m on this course in Handicap on 30 January. Drawn wide and may find it difficult to win this
FINOCCHIO – Finished ninth on debut over 1200m at Toulouse in Conditional Maiden on 16 November. Will need to show improvement
ROI TREZY – Victorious over 1500m on this course in Claimer on 29 December. He is a progressive type and from pole position, he can follow up with another win
STARNADO – Finished ninth on debut over 1500m on this course in Conditional Unraced on 22 January. Would have gained from the experience and needs to improve
LUKE THE NUKE – Finished fifth over 1300m on this course in Claimer on 22 December. He is a horse with scope and can finish on the podium
WOODSHINE – Unplaced in both runs, the latest of which was over 1300m on this course in Conditional Maiden on 8 January. Look elsewhere
UNE AVENTURE – Finished fourth over 1500m on this course in Claimer on 23 January. He finished second behind ROI TREZY (4) in his penultimate outing
BEWARE OF THE BEAR – Finished seventh over 1300m on this course in Handicap on 30 January. He is yet to finish outside the first five at this level
HOMMAGE A NADINE – Poor last two starts. Finished unplaced over 1300m on this course in Handicap on 9 January. Needs to show more to feature
ADORA – Poor recent form. Finished unplaced over 1500m on this course in Claimer on 29 December. Others are preferred
BEST SISTER – Victorious over 1400m at Le Lion D’Angers in Claimer on 20 September. She comes in with a light weight and can show if fit
IGETAKICKOUTOFYOU – Finished ninth over 1300m on this course in Claimer on 2 January. Others have a stronger winning chance
Summary: ROI TREZY (4) showed good improvement when winning his last start over 1500m on this course, in December. He jumps from pole position and can follow up with another victory. UNE AVENTURE (8) finished behind ROI TREZY (4) in his penultimate outing. He has had a run since and is one of the leading contenders. BEWARE OF THE BEAR (9) is yet to finish outside the first five at this level. Marie Velon rides and he cannot be discounted. BEST SISTER (12) comes in at the bottom of the weights and can show.
SELECTIONS
ROI TREZY (4) – UNE AVENTURE (8) – BEWARE OF THE BEAR (9) – BEST SISTER (12)
C6 – PRIX CARO – 1400m (a7f) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 16,500
PARIS BABE – Ran a creditable race when fourth over 1300m on this course in Class 2 Handicap on 2 January. She should pose a massive threat
PURE LEGEND – Finished fourth over 1400m on this course in Class 3 Conditional on 8 January. Steps back up in class and may find it difficult to win
CANNEZA – Finished fifth over 1300m on this course in Class 2 Handicap on 26 November. First run for her new stable and she would not be a shock winner
JUSEARTH FAL – Finished fifth over 1100m at Deauville in Class 2 Conditional on 26 August. He returns from a rest and may need the outing
NOUVELLE TRIXIA – Finished seventh in last two starts, the latest of which was over 1600m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Class 3 Handicap on 1 January. Look elsewhere
VALMACCA – Poor recent form. Finished unplaced over 1300m on this course in Class 2 Handicap on 2 January. Others are preferred
PROFUMO DI IENA – Better than latest when unplaced over 1500m on this course in Conditional Listed on 13 December. Her last victory came under Cristian Demuro and she cannot be discounted
ULTRAFRAGOLA – Lightly raced with good form. Finished second over 1600m at Parislongchamp in Class 1 Conditional on 17 April. Returns from a rest and can win if fit
Summary: ULTRAFRAGOLA (8) is lightly raced with good form lines to her credit. She jumps from pole position and if not in need of the outing, she can win. PARIS BABE (1) ran a creditable race when fourth on this course last time. She is one of the leading contenders. PROFUMO DI IENA (7) is better than her last start in a Conditional Listed race. Her last victory came under Cristian Demuro and she cannot be discounted. CANNEZA (3) is having her first outing for her new stable. She is a filly with scope and can feature.
SELECTIONS
ULTRAFRAGOLA (8) – PARIS BABE (1) – PROFUMO DI IENA (7) – CANNEZA (3)
C7 – PRIX DE LA FORET DE GRIMBOSQ – 1300m (a6f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,400
PASAND – Decent recent form. Finished fifth over 1500m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Class 4 Handicap on 15 January. He is one of the leading contenders
HALL OF FAME – Finished sixth over 1300m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Class 3 Handicap on 27 January. Others have a stronger winning chance
KELLY KEY – Supplemented for this race. Finished second over 1500m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 29 January. She can go one better in this line-up
THALIA – Finished fourth over 1700m in Germany on 18 January. Is back on French soil and may find this task difficult
LATTAASH – Finished behind KELLY KEY (3) when fourth over 1500m on this course in Class 4 Handicap on 29 January. There should not be much separating the pair at the finish
BRIO – Finished second over 1800m at Rochefort-Sur-Loire in Class 4 Conditional on 20 July. He returns from a rest and may need this outing
EL KRAKEN – Finished unplaced in last two starts, the latest of which was over 1300m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 22 January. Needs to produce best form to have a say
SPICHOPE – Is better than her last start when unplaced over 1300m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 22 January. Carries a handy galloping mass and chance on best form
Summary: KELLY KEY (3) was supplemented for this contest. She comes off a good second-place finish at this level. The daughter of Zelzal may be the one to side with. PASAND (1) has decent recent form lines to his credit and should pose a threat. LATTAASH (5) was narrowly beaten by KELLY KEY (3) last time. There should not be much separating the pair at the finish. SPICHOPE (8) is an inconsistent individual. She comes in at the bottom of the weights and if putting her best foot forward, she would not be a surprise winner.
SELECTIONS
KELLY KEY (3) – PASAND (1) – LATTAASH (5) – SPICHOPE (8)
C8 – PRIX DU FORT DE TOURNEVILLE – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 16,500
SOMMERBLAU – Finished seventh over 1900m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 16 January. Chance if finding form of penultimate run when victorious
DIXMUDE – Made good improvement when winning over 1650m at Amiens in Conditional Maiden on 10 November. He would have strengthened up and has plenty of scope
GALA – Winner on debut over 1500m on this course in Conditional Maiden on 29 December. She takes on stronger, but could be anything
RAOULE – Finished sixth over 1600m at Pau in Class 3 Handicap on 11 January. Needs to find best form to feature
STORMY DONALD – Finished seventh in Class 1 Conditional over 1900m at Chantilly on 6 December. Can feature on best form shown
DYNAMITIC – Battling to find best form. Finished seventh over 1300m on this course in Handicap on 7 November. Others have a stronger winning chance
FLY HALF – Finished eighth in last two starts, the latest of which was over 1900m on this course in Class 3 Conditional on 2 January. Look elsewhere
Summary: GALA (3) won a good race on debut over 1500m on this course. She takes on stronger but could be anything and can remain unbeaten. DIXMUDE (2) won his last start on soft ground at Amiens. He should have no issues with the change of surface and can go close. STORMY DONALD (5) is the stablemate of the second choice. On best form shown, he should be involved at the finish. SOMMERBLAU (1) is better than her last start over this course and distance. If finding the form of her penultimate run, she can show.
SELECTIONS
GALA (3) – DIXMUDE (2) – STORMY DONALD (5) – SOMMERBLAU (1)
C9 – PRIX PRIOLO – 1300m (a6f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 1 – Flat – EUR € 32,000
PEN AND SWORD – Disappointing last two efforts, finished ninth over 1000m at Parislongchamp in Group 3 on 31 August. Returns from a rest and may need the run
DANDY STYLE – Victorious over 1000m at Hamilton in Great Britain on 22 September. First run on French soil and watch the betting market
KAILANI – In top form. Won over 1300m on this course in Class 2 Conditional on 16 January. Hat-trick chance
INJU – Winner on debut over 1300m on this course in Conditional Maiden on 8 January. Could be anything and may be up to the task at hand
MISS CHIQUITA – Finished behind KAILANI (3) when second over 1300m on this course in Class 2 Conditional on 16 January. May have to settle for the same result
NO TUNE – Unbeaten in two starts, the latest victory came over 1200m at Chantilly in Class 3 Conditional on 16 May 2025. She has class about her and has a big chance if fit
Summary: NO TUNE (6) is unbeaten from two starts to date. This is her first outing since May last year and if fit, she can bring up the hat-trick. KAILANI (3) is in great form heading into this contest and loves racing on this track. The son of Goken merits healthy respect. INJU (4) won a good race on debut over this course and distance. She takes on stronger but could be anything. MISS CHIQUITA (5) finished runner-up behind KAILANI (3) last time. She may have to settle for the same result.
SELECTIONS – NO TUNE (6) – KAILANI (3) – INJU (4) – MISS CHIQUITA (5)

French Selections Friday 6th

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