French Selections Sunday 15th

R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE GRENADE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Mounted – EUR € 59,000

HOLD THE LINE – Made up for Nantes elimination when 2nd in a Class D over course and distance 9 days ago. Takes on a better lot and is unlikely to repeat, but can nevertheless play a small role
HARRYBEAU DE COUET – Somewhat surprising 3rd, a place behind HOLD THE LINE (1), in a Class D over course and distance 9 days ago. In this company though will have his work cut out
STACCATO HL – Faithful servant that tends to go well for Benjamin Rochard. Held his own in superior company last time out and looks main threat to IBROX PARK (8)
HASARD – Went close in Bordeaux 3 weeks ago, then oddly disappointing 6th behind IMELDA (6) in a 2175m Class D here on 3 February. Sports a revised formula and is not incapable of getting back in the game
HUMOUR FESTIF – Starts for first time since coming surprise 3rd of 16 in a 2850m Class D here on 28 December. Imposed last time over 2700m here and the Eric Raffin-factor must be taken into consideration
IMELDA – Produced a good performance to run 2nd in a 2175m Class D here on 3 February. Sports front pads this time, which has worked well for her in the past, and must be taken seriously
GAILLARDE QUERAY – Pleasantly surprising 3rd, a place behind IMELDA (6) in a 2175m Class D here on 3 February, but chances of a repeat appear limited
IBROX PARK – After 2 years 7 months away from the discipline, got straight down to business over 2200m here on 19 December. Was subsequently less effective under harness at Cagnes but, winner of his only start over the main track, looks the pick of the field
Summary: Most impressive winner over the inner course on his return to the monte code in December, the superbly-engaged IBROX PARK (8) faces his first real objective of the new year and under Alexandre Abrivard should take some beating. STACCATO HL (3) has not won since October 2024 but he consistently gives his best and takes a dip in category with a realistic chance of contesting the finish. Eric Raffin takes over on HUMOUR FESTIF (5) who ran 3rd in a competitive Class D here in late-December.
SELECTIONS
IBROX PARK (8) – STACCATO HL (3) – HUMOUR FESTIF (5) – HASARD (4)
C2 – PRIX DE LANNION – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 40,000
MISTER MOMO – Eliminated in both Vincennes starts to date. Has yet to show much liking for the venue and even with shoes off is not easy to recommend
PRINS PAASLOO – Unexceptional 6th behind GO BIG EFFE (9) in a Class D under these conditions on 22 January. Hind shoes off this time but chances still slim
MISTER CHARM – Unremarkable type starting for the first time since early-November. Hind shoes off for the occasion but still not a player
GIOIELLO ROC – Hardy transalpine raider making French debut after running 2nd in Modena early this month. Has previously beaten a certain Ginger Gio and looks competitive for a place on the podium
GHOSTRIDER FONT – Failed to pull off the hat-trick when 5th behind GO BIG EFFE (9) in a Class D under these conditions on 22 January. Races first-time barefoot though and cannot be discounted
GRAND TUR JOYEUSE – Flattering 5th in a 2850m Class D late last month and simply has too much ground to make up
GRAN PREMIO (ITY) – Made a good transition from winning over 2060m in Turin to running 3rd, a place behind GO BIG EFFE (9), in a Class D under these conditions on 22 January. Goes barefoot again and should be good enough to pick up some prizemoney
MYTHIQUE JOSSELYN – Kicked the winter off nicely here but eliminated in last 2. Has been reconfigured once again and can get in on the action if given the opportunity
GO BIG EFFE – Took no time getting back in action following his break, running 2nd in a Class D over track and trip on 22 January. Is plainly close to his race and will be expected to bring the fight to MUZAN KIBUTSUJI (12)
MALIGNO – Fine trotter that seldom disappoints. Has not raced since being headed in a Class D over course and distance 2 months ago though and others preferred
MANDELA SEVEN – Starts for the first time since winning a Class D over course and distance on Boxing Day. Romain Congard in the bike this time and will have other ambitions
MUZAN KIBUTSUJI – Serious individual that has shown a liking for these conditions. Gave a fine account over 2850m here late last month, but is clearly better than that and has every chance of getting his nose in front
MERMOZ – Somewhat disappointing since being stepped up in category but is first-time barefoot and with Eric Raffin reining will be afforded every chance. Player
MARLEY DE BAILLE – Useful dual-discipline element that faulted under the saddle here last weekend. Goes barefoot for first time under harness and, with application, should not disappoint
MADMAX JEF – In the frame in last 3 starts here, all over course and distance. Races barefoot this time, enjoys a terrific entry, and can again finish in the mix
Summary: MUZAN KIBUTSUJI (12) has taken well to Vincennes conditions; he put in a fine performance here late last month after having run 5th in a Gr.3 on Christmas Day and appears to have a realistic chance of opening his French account. Robin Bakker will still be mindful of GO BIG EFFE (9) who was beaten only by a very good horse here last month, and quality Italian colt GIOIELLO ROC (4) who will be barefoot for the first time and entrusted to Gabriele Gelormini. MADMAX JEF (15) has been knocking at the door here this winter, and he too will be first-time barefoot.
SELECTIONS
MUZAN KIBUTSUJI (12) – GO BIG EFFE (9) – GIOIELLO ROC (4) – MADMAX JEF (15)
C3 – PRIX D’HYERES – 2850m (a2m) – – Harness – EUR € 40,000
LORD DAIRPET – Showed considerable talent at 3 before being forced onto the sidelines. Has been eased back in to the game, is plainly in competition-mode this time, and looks a leading contender
LUGANO – Difficult sort that was never at his ease here on 18 January. Gets another crack at it though and will have his chances if David Thomain keeps him focused
LOUSTIC VERT – Won 4 of 5 last season before being sent for a break. Is competitively-shod for re-entry but in this company will need to find more
LUMINEUX – Disappointing on the whole this winter and with pads fitted is unlikely to shake things up
LUCHADOR – Moderate sort that was eliminated in both runs following the layoff. Has placed just once in 8 appearances over the main track and can be passed over
LAST DES BROUSSES – Has a pair of runs under his belt following a 3 months’ break. Hind shoes off this time but is still out of his league
L’AS DES CARAIBES – Has done nothing but improve this winter, latterly securing a Class E at Lyon-La Soie on 19 January. Won his only start over the main track and, despite the hike in category, cannot be discounted
LITTERAIRE – Showed his form here 3 weeks ago despite being eliminated. Will be at full-fitness by now and, with application, and Eric Raffin in the bike, will not be far off the mark
LEVEL ONE SYGA – Never far from losing his action but impressed when 2nd in a 2100m Class D here 10 days ago, a first run since late-November, and will only have progressed for the race
LINO GUILLERVILLE – Close 4th behind LEVEL ONE SYGA (9) in a 2100m Class D here 10 days ago. Has yet to deliver over 2850m but, given the entry, must be considered a player
LE BIEF – Returned to winning ways in a Cagnes Class E on 28 January. Has little love for the Vincennes main track but in current condition is hard to ignore
LITCHI BAM – Unraced since imposing across town last October, but is barefoot for re-entry and, at 60 Euros from elimination, is easy to fancy for the win
Summary: A quality element that missed the entirety of his 4yo season, LORD DAIRPET (1) has a pair of conditioners under his belt and, racing barefoot for the first time, could well get straight back down to business. LITCHI BAM (12) has not been seen out since imposing at Enghien in October, but he benefits from a golden entry and will be barefoot for the occasion. LEVEL ONE SYGA (9) gave a surprisingly good account on his recent comeback and looks competitively well in. 4th that day after having won at Cagnes in January, LINO GUILLERVILLE (10) also enjoys a good entry and can challenge for any of the 3 steps on the podium.
SELECTIONS
LORD DAIRPET (1) – LITCHI BAM (12) – LEVEL ONE SYGA (9) – LINO GUILLERVILLE (10)
C4 – PRIX DE PLEAUX – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 41,000
JUDICIOUS DAYDREAM – Modest individual that has failed to make any impression for some time and is not about to change his ways
JIVE BOY – Disappointing in a Mauquenchy Class E 3 weeks ago. Is clearly in shape but would be preferred in the amateur division
JAB KISS – Unable to confirm fine Argentan run when disqualified at Challans last weekend. Is out of his depth here and can be disregarded
JAMES RULES – Unremarkable trotter with just one race in him since the layoff and has nothing to contribute
JOHN ANGOT – Has not put a foot wrong since mid-December but is less competitively-shod this time and best to keep one’s powder dry
JET DE BUSSET – Sports new configuration on first start for new trainer. Is unlikely to spring any surprises but with Matthieu Abrivard in the bike cannot be discounted
JERRY DE L’ERDRE – Has a pair of runs under his belt since the spell. Goes barefoot as he was when 4th under these conditions in November and should be good enough to make first 5
JOUR ET NUIT – Won smartly at Graignes in late-December before confirming at Nantes a fortnight later. Sports fresh shoeing for the occasion and, with application, could yet complete the 3-timer
JOKER DU CHOQUEL – 2nd in a Class D before coming 5th in a Class E here on 18 January. Is significantly better than the result would suggest and looks a leading contender this time around
JOYAU BLUE – Was going well when eliminated in a Graignes Class E early this month. Is not about to paint the town red but can nevertheless pick up some scraps
JIVRY – Surprising 3rd at Amiens before unsurprisingly failing to confirm at Mauquenchy next time, and has no possible chance
JACKPOT D’ORGUEIL – Not the most dependable of horses but has been acquitting himself competitively of late and, in this field, should have the capacity to finish in the mix
JOG JELOCA – Fine campaigner that has been showing his form for some time. Impressive at Graignes earlier this month and will be no easy touch if he takes to the new conditions
JOKER DE MARZY – Just missed out on the hat-trick when 2nd in a Cordemais Class D a month ago. Takes on some better horses this time but will be barefoot and ideally-engaged. Place chance
Summary: Back at the top of his game this winter, JOKER DU CHOQUEL (9) should logically have finished closer here last month and Alexandre Abrivard will be determined to set the record straight. He will still want to be wary of JOUR ET NUIT (8) who returns to Vincennes reconfigured and on a hat-trick, and the well-entered and in-form JOKER DE MARZY (14) who races barefoot for his return to the capital. Consistently performant in his current configuration, JOG JELOCA (13) stormed up at Graignes a fortnight ago and makes his Vincennes bow with a lot to contribute.
SELECTIONS
JOKER DU CHOQUEL (9) – JOUR ET NUIT (8) – JOKER DE MARZY (14) – JOG JELOCA (13)
C5 – PRIX DE LA LUSOPHONIE (PRIX D’ARRAS) – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 59,000
IZZIE D’ERONVILLE – Capable on a good day but somewhat disappointing of late. Stays shod and best to hold off
JERZINHO SPORT – Hardy trotter that seldom puts a foot wrong and most recently ran 3rd in a Class D here. Will be competitively-shod this time and can get a look in
INDOCILE – Has looked rather ordinary for some time, most recently trounced at Agen, and with shoes fitted can be confidently ignored
CHESTNUT (SWE) – Tends to go well here but was unlucky 3 weeks ago when denied a run in a 2700m Class C. Is unlikely to create an upset but can nevertheless hold his own
IMHOTEP FROMENTRO – Runner-up twice in the provinces before coming 4th to JANKO HAUFOR (11) in a 2850m Class B here on 22 January. Alexandre Abrivard in the bike this time and will not be far off the mark
JIZOU D’ETANG – Failed to confirm early-January performance when failing to fire behind JANKO HAUFOR (11) in 22 January race of reference. Should not be judged for the run and can be backed with confidence this time. Place chance
INSTANT D’HAUFOR – Quality element making just 2nd appearance following a lengthy layoff and with shoes on will have nothing to contribute
GLOBAL CONCEPT – Serious campaigner that won a Bordeaux Class C 3 weeks ago, then followed up with 2100m Class D victory here 10 days ago. Will be similarly-shod and looks eminently capable of securing the 3-timer
MATEO DI QUATTRO – Has not been as sharp over the winter as he was earlier last season. Is not the worst horse here but is not the most performant either
JOURNEE REVEE – Lost her action in Bordeaux early last month, then unthreatening 7th to JANKO HAUFOR (11) in a 2850m Class B here on 22 January, and can be passed over
JANKO HAUFOR – Hard to knock when focused in the day’s configuration. Has been exceptional over recent months and, with form maintained, can apply the pressure on GLOBAL CONCEPT (8)
JOLIVERT DU GERS – Took on too much on Christmas Eve when 7th behind CHESTNUT (SWE) (4) in a Class C over track and trip. Has been afforded ample time to get back to his best and has a realistic chance of picking up a cheque
NICE PRESENT – Reliability not his strong suit but ran 5th in a Class C over 2700m here on 24 January. A repeat, however, seems improbable
DOWHATYOUDODOWELL – Unexceptional trotter that has done little of note under harness for some time and even though barefoot still looks a rank outsider
IDOLE D’OURVILLE – Campaigned too high in last 2 starts, latterly well-beaten in Gr.1 Prix de France a week ago. Emmanuel Varin has found a good race for her and, at this level, is not about to disappoint
Summary: Winner of 5 of the 6 races he has run in Paris, GLOBAL CONCEPT (8) made his mark across town during the summer and most recently opened his Vincennes account with room to spare. He won his only start for Gabriele Gelormini who will be keen to keep their perfect partnership going. JANKO HAUFOR (11) has been in cracking form here this winter and most recently dominated a Class B. Bizarrely lacklustre that day, JIZOU D’ETANG (6) will be expected to bounce back. IMHOTEP FROMENTRO (5) took 4th and, if still on the boil, can again challenge for a place in the frame. Back at a more reasonable level after failing to make any impact in the Gr.1 Prix de France, IDOLE D’OURVILLE (15) will not be going home empty-handed.
SELECTIONS
GLOBAL CONCEPT (8) – JANKO HAUFOR (11) – JIZOU D’ETANG (6) – IMHOTEP FROMENTRO (5)
C6 – PRIX COMTE PIERRE DE MONTESSON – 2700m (a1m1/2) – – Harness – EUR € 200,000
NANO UP STAR – Unthreatening when eliminated in a Class A here last Sunday and under these conditions has no possible chance
NORD AMERICAINE – Sprang a 50-1 surprise when 2nd to NORMANDIE NIEMEN (13) in Gr.2 Prix Roquepine in 24 January. Is unlikely to repeat, even with Alexandre Abrivard in the bike, and others preferred
NET MONEY – Sports 4 pads for the first time after being eliminated in last 2. Is plainly talented though and can get a look in if he stays focused
NOVA TIM – Honest filly that always gives her best but, against the colts, will have too much to do
NIKKEI PONT ROYAL – Takes quite the hike in class after comfortably winning a Class A over course and distance last weekend, but is still biting off more than he can chew
NOELA JOSSELYN – Has twice failed to impress since running 3rd in Prix Gelinotte early last month, and others easier to support
NOT THIS TIME – Progressive colt that ran out an eye-catching winner of 2175m Gr.3 Prix Leopold Verroken here 2 weeks ago. Takes a notable hike in class but has buckets of untapped potential and must be taken seriously
NELSON EMGE – Failed to confirmed fine Prix Maurice de Gheest performance when eliminated in Prix Paul Viel 3 weeks ago, but with application will be no shrinking violet
NYMPHE D’ELLE – Won a Class A here on 17 January then ran 3rd to NORMANDIE NIEMEN (13) in Gr.2 Prix Roquepine a week later. Mattheiu Abrivard reining this time but is unlikely to upset the status quo
NEVER FORGET – Consistent colt than ran 4th behind NOB HILL (11) in Gr.2 Prix Paul Viel over course and distance 3 weeks ago. Is not about to cause a surprise but sports front pads for the first time and should have the wherewithal to pick up a first-5 payout
NOB HILL – Top-tier colt that ran 2nd in Gr.2 Prix Paul Viel over course and distance on 24 January despite running last km without cover. Is a rising star and Mathieu Mottier will be eager to prove the point
NUEVO CASH – Quality colt that ran 3rd, a place behind NOB HILL (11), in Gr.2 Prix Paul Viel over course and distance 3 weeks ago. Is consistently in the thick of things and can again contest a place on the podium
NORMANDIE NIEMEN – Occasionally a handful but otherwise a high-class filly. Sports front pads for the first time and even against the colts still has a claim on the race
NOCIVE DU CHOQUEL – Won a pair of fillies-only Gr.2 races in a row before flopping in Gr.2 Prix Roquepine over track and trip 3 weeks ago. Should not be too hastily-condemned though as François Lagadeuc endeavours to put things right
Summary: An exceptional colt with just one blot on his otherwise excellent copybook, NOB HILL (11) put in quite the showing when close 2nd in the Gr.2 Prix Paul Viel here 3 weeks ago. He is sure though to come up against Philippe Allaire’s wonderfully talented, and padded, NORMANDIE NIEMEN (13) who simply romped in the Gr.2 Prix Roquépine on the same day, and NOT THIS TIME (7) who secured a Gr.3 with authority a fortnight ago. NUEVO CASH (12) met little opposition in the Gr.2 Prix Maurice de Gheest and his recent Paul Viel performance did not go unnoticed.
SELECTIONS
NOB HILL (11) – NORMANDIE NIEMEN (13) – NOT THIS TIME (7) – NUEVO CASH (12)
C7 – PRIX DE LA GACILLY – 2850m (a2m) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 46,000
ELEGANZA AV – Handy mare with decent Vincennes references but has not been seen out since September and will have nothing to offer
EDIMA – Encouraged on Vincennes debut on 26 December, however was trounced in a 2100m Class D next time, and will not have many friends
KLASS HAUFOR – Would have finished close in a Class C over track and trip late last month had she kept trotting. Has yet to deliver under these conditions but will be no pushover if David Thomain manages to keep her focused
KUNAMATATA – Imposed at Cordemais prior to coming 6th in a Class C over course and distance in late-January. Is not an obvious choice but she still has the wherewithal to pick up a cheque
MAKE IT A STAR – Back under harness following 3 straight eliminations. Has been reconfigured but still not a concern
KALINKA DU GRENAT – Surprise winner of a 2100m Class D here in early-December, and was then unlucky in 17 January race of reference. Sports 4 pads this time though and best to ignore
KYNTE FLUSH – Gave a fine account of first objective of the winter, running 2nd to KALINE DE FAEL (14) in a 2700m Class C here on 20 December. Will have come on for the run and, with application, can finish close
KASSYA – Sprang a 58-1 surprise when 2nd in 17 January race of reference. Presents decent credentials over 2850m of the main track, but may still be taking on too much
KANAKA DE BUSSET – 6th behind KASSYA (8) in a Class C over course and distance on 17 January. Alternates the good with the less good but is always game and merits respect
KALINE DU LOCHEUR – Takes a dip in category after running 4th behind KASSYA (8) in a Class C over course and distance on 17 January. Has been freshly reconfigured for the occasion, has never disappointed over 2850m here, and is not about to start
JAMAICA BROWN – Won an amateurs event under these conditions in late-December but has not been quite as sharp since. Returns to a previous formula and is unlikely to spice things up
KOMERE DE CORDAY – Bit off more than she could chew 3.5 weeks ago when 7th in a 2100m Class B. Takes a notable dip in category, won over course and distance last October, but still represents little more than a minor place chance
LOOK OF LOVE – Useful mare that has been acquitting herself honourably here of late, however in this company, may struggle to make her mark
KALINE DE FAEL – Surprisingly eliminated under the saddle at Angers late last month. Has otherwise been in excellent shape, won her only start under these conditions, and it would be no surprise to see her win this
KUEEN’S PRIDE – First-rate mare that has not put a foot wrong this winter. Is close to opening her Vincennes account and this could very well be the moment
KIVALA RENARDIER – Should not be too hastily-judged for faulting in Bordeaux 3 weeks ago. Has form in superior company and the entry will only enhance her chances
Summary: A fine campaigner that has taken well to Vincennes conditions, KUEEN’S PRIDE (15) put in a very good performance here last month and looks capable of imposing this time. She will still feel the heat from stablemate KALINE DE FAEL (14) who is as good in one code as the other, and the well-engaged KIVALA RENARDIER (16) who will be competitive at this level, if applied. KYNTE FLUSH (7) is difficult to knock when she has her mind on the game and will be expected to play an active role.
SELECTIONS
KUEEN’S PRIDE (15) – KALINE DE FAEL (14) – KIVALA RENARDIER (16) – KYNTE FLUSH (7)
C8 – PRIX D’ORTHEZ – 2850m (a2m) – Gr3 – Harness – EUR € 90,000
MOOREA DE CHANLECY – 4th to MOSTRA DE BANVILLE (7) in Gr.3 Prix de Riberac over course and distance on 11 January, but will have too much to do on this occasion
MINUTY DU GERS – Sent for a spell after winning 2 in a row here in November. Convincingly imposed on comeback in a Class A here 3 weeks ago and should again prove competitive for a first-5 cheque
MUST ATOUT – Was not disgraced when 5th to MAGICO DE LOU (10) over course and distance a fortnight ago. Has ground to make up but has been reconfigured for the occasion and should not disappoint if focused
PARANOH NEWPORT – Starts for the first time since winning a 2100m Gr.2 in Victoria Park on 14 November. Eric Raffin in the bike this time and will be expected to play a leading role
GINGER GIO – Has not been seen out since winning a 2100m Gr.3 here on 13 December. Is first-time barefoot but appears to be taking on too much
MAESTRO RIVER – Undeniably capable but has been struggling for some time. Has been reconfigured but others still preferred
MOSTRA DE BANVILLE – Made short work of Gr.3 Prix de Riberac before being eliminated when full of running in Gr.3 Prix d’Avignon over course and distance late last month. On better behaviour can win this
MASINA DE TILLARD – Has taken her game to another level since switching codes and, unseen since last April, will not be given a hard race
MAKE YOUR DAY – Unbeaten in all 3 starts this term, most recently a 2175m Class A here on 20 December. Has not been seen out since but is confirmed when fresh and should be able to wrap this up
MAGICO DE LOU – Held off MAKE A DREAM (11) in a blanket finish to win Gr.3 Prix d’Avignon over course and distance a fortnight ago. Goes barefoot again, with Alexandre Abrivard reining this time, and will have his supporters
MAKE A DREAM – Ran 2nd to MAGICO DE LOU (10) in a blanket finish over course and distance a fortnight ago. Is patently close to his race and on good behaviour can finish close
MAYA DU SURF – Honest filly that clinched 2100m Gr.3 Prix Albert Rayon here mid-December. Has not raced for 2 months but sports fresh shoeing and will be worth monitoring
MEMPHIS DE BRASSE – Respectable but never dangerous 5th in a 2100m Gr.2 here last weekend. Races barefoot again but a repeat seems unlikely
Summary: A talented colt that has tasted defeat just the once, MAKE YOUR DAY (9) has no references over 2850m here, but has shown considerable versatility and can pick up this year where he left off last season. That said, Dutch star PARANOH NEWPORT (4) is already a Gr.2 winner and although unseen since November, he will be competitively-shod and no soft touch. MOSTRA DE BANVILLE (7) is difficult to use but she won a Gr.3 in November and another early last month. MAKE A DREAM (11) needed no time to start showing his form after the autumn break and just missed out here late last month.
SELECTIONS
MAKE YOUR DAY (9) – PARANOH NEWPORT (4) – MOSTRA DE BANVILLE (7) – MAKE A DREAM (11)
C9 – PRIX DU PONTAVICE DE HEUSSEY – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Gr3 – Mounted – EUR € 90,000
IMPERIAL COGLAIS – Serious trotter with very good Vincennes monte credentials but at this level of competition can expect to be found wanting
FLEURON D’ACADIE – 2nd in a Gr.2 under these conditions last September but has failed to confirm since and can be passed over
HYMNE DU GERS – Not the most reliable of horses but has fine references under harness. Has a lot going for him here and will be expected to finish in the money
GOLD VOICE – Produced a 100-1 surprise when 5th in Gr.1 Prix de l’Ile-de-France over course and distance 2 weeks ago. Was most impressive that day and can confirm
IDEAL DU ROCHER – Switches back to the monte code after securing a 2100m Class A here last weekend, and Mathieu Mottier can be forgiven for feeling bullish
FILOU D’ANJOU – Sprang an 89-1 surprise when victorious in 2850m Gr.2 Prix Jacques Andrieu here 3 weeks ago. A repeat seems unlikely but will generate more support than he did that day
HANNIBAL TUILERIE – Has yet to win under the saddle but has decent references all the same. Has imposed under harness over 2175m but looks a minor place prospect at best
IMPALA DE VAL – Wonderful servant with an enviable strike-rate. Has nothing to prove in this grade of race and can bring home the bacon if 2175m is not too short
FILWELL – Quality veteran with solid 2175m credentials. Will be fit after a pair of conditioners and, barefoot for the occasion, will be expected to finish close
Summary: Most impressive winner of a harness Class A on his comeback last weekend, IDEAL DU ROCHER (5) will have been kept on the boil and, having passed his monte test last November, he returns to the discipline with a realistic chance of doubling his money. Mathieu Mottier will still be legitimately concerned by IMPALA DE VAL (8) who, although untried over 2175m, has been firing on all cylinders and will be no easy touch. As tough as they come and never easy to knock when barefoot, FILWELL (9) has a pair of runs under his belt since his lengthy break and, with application, can trot his way onto the podium. HYMNE DU GERS (3) makes just his 2nd appearance in the code, but will be barefoot with Alexandre Abrivard in the irons this time, and must be afforded respect.
SELECTIONS
IDEAL DU ROCHER (5) – IMPALA DE VAL (8) – FILWELL (9) – HYMNE DU GERS (3)
C10 – PRIX DE FRANCHEVILLE – LA BARRE – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 52,000
MON PLAISIR – Useful colt but has looked rather ordinary lately and even though reconfigured for the first time, still has little to contribute
MIKADO GEDE – Has yet to excel over the main track but is not devoid of ability. Showed his condition here last weekend and can make the frame if Benjamin Rochard keeps him trotting
MANNINEN SEVEN – Has turned a corner recently and has shown a liking for the Vincennes main track. Is more competitively-shod this time and can exact revenge on stable companion MELLOW SPEED (6) who has his measure earlier in the month
MAMBO DE JAUDRAIS – Won over track and trip in November but less effective in 2 since and others easier to back
MANIGOD – Has not been seen out since last September. Is here for reasons of conditioning and can be ruled out
MELLOW SPEED – Won over the inner course late last month, a week before confirming in a Class D over the main track, and can complete the 3-timer if he holds off MANNINEN SEVEN (3)
MAJOR DU BISTON – Returns to a more reasonable level after failing to fire in a Class A here 3 weeks ago. Should appreciate this shorter trip and is unlikely to let the side down
MELCHIOR JAMES – Handy colt with form at this level. Has not raced since early-November but is first-time barefoot for re-entry and looks good enough to finish in the mix
MANHATTAN JIEL – Back under harness after placing in the other code here 3 weeks ago. A player though, he is not
MEA CULPA – Is better than his 7th behind MAJOR DU BISTON (7) in a 2100m Class B here on 18 January would imply. Is not about to cause an upset but can nevertheless get in on the action
Summary: MANNINEN SEVEN (3) has begun to come good again since being allowed to race competitively-shod. He ran close 2nd to stablemate MELLOW SPEED (6) here earlier in the month, sports modified shoeing, and can turn the tables and deny Romain Congard’s colt the hat-trick. MIKADO GEDE (2) was eliminated early under these very conditions last weekend but subsequently showed his form, and the new formula could make all the difference. MAJOR DU BISTON (7) took on too much last time out but, barefoot at this level, can play an active role.
SELECTIONS
MANNINEN SEVEN (3) – MELLOW SPEED (6) – MIKADO GEDE (2) – MAJOR DU BISTON (7)
R2 PONTCHATEAU [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DES COURSES DE JOSSELIN – 2800m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 17,500

MONKADOR JASMA – A four- year-old gelding by Boccador de Simm out of Bonnie Jasma who is making his debut. His Dam never won a race after 8 starts. Others make more appeal
MARIO BELLO – Disqualified in both starts so far, the latest in Class G at le Mans over 2950m on 11 October. Returns from a break barefoot and ready to strike
MOLSHEIM – Disqualified last time out at Dinan over 2950m on 3 August. Returns from a break and others make more appeal
MIX DU CAUX – Faulted last time out at Tours over 2800m on 7 September. Returns from a break and is not reliable so others are preferred
MARIO D’HAFLING – Showed good improvement second time out when runner-up in Class G at Machecoul over 2700m on 1 February. Can go one place better
MASTER SMART – Has lost the way and was disqualified at Cherbourg over 2625m on 1 February. Hard to trust and others are preferred
MAGIC BOEING – Much improved last run when runner-up in Class G at Challans over 2900m on 8 February. Can be competitive once again
MILIK – Not reliable and finished 6th in Class G at Angers over 3125m on 22 November. Returns from a break and could play a minor role
MISTER DE SUBLIGNY – Not reliable and finished 5th in Class F at Nantes over 3000m on 16 January. Capable of earning some money
MARQUIS DES LANDES – Much improved last run when runner-up in Class G at Cherbourg over 2625m on 1 February. Can be a threat once again
MAGIA LA TRIGALE – Has disqualification issues and faulted last time out at Laval over 2850m on 4 February. Unreliable but might play a minor role
MAGIC DREAM – Disqualified last time out at this track over 2200m on 21 December. Unreliable but is capable of an upset on best form
MAYFLOWER AR MOR – Disqualified last time out at this track over 2200m on 21 December. Very consistent before that and can contest the finish if smart
Summary: MARIO BELLO (2) has faulted in both his starts, but he did show promise last time and recovered well in running. He returns from a break racing barefoot and could be ready to shine brightly. MARIO D’HAFLING (5) showed good improvement at Machecoul and is capable of winning this time around. MAYFLOWER AR MOR (13) is coming off a disqualification at this track but was in very good form before that and is clearly not out of it. MARQUIS DES LANDES (10) is improving and is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
MARIO BELLO (2) – MARIO D’HAFLING (5) – MAYFLOWER AR MOR (13) – MARQUIS DES LANDES (10)
C2 – PRIX DES COURSES DE REDON – 2800m (a2m) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 20,000
KALISTA D’AVRIL – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest being at Laval over 2850m on 4 February. Hard to trust and others are preferred
KOUMBA DE LA NADE – Disqualified twice in a row. the latest at Argentan over 2875m on 17 January. Might play a minor role at very best
KALIN DU TRESOR – Disqualified twice in his last three starts, including last time out at Nantes over 2275m on 19 January. Capable of being a threat when staying on the trot
KIF DE COSSE – Unreliable and was 8th in a Class F mounted race at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2775m on 5 August. Returns from a break and should need this race
KYOTO GEMA – Did not show his best when 7th in Class E mounted race at Le Mans over 2950m on 15 December. Capable of doing better and is not out of it
KARAT DE BUSSET – Has only been modest of late and was tenth in a Class E harness race at Nantes over 3000m on 12 January. Barefoot and returns to a mounted. Has claims
KELLY CHALEONNAISE – Broke a long losing run when a barefoot winner of a Class F harness race at Argentan over 2800m on 24 January. Not this time and others are preferred
KOMELE – On a long losing run and was 6th in a Class F harness race at Graignes over 2725m on 9 February. Might play a minor role at very best
KALICO JACK – Very unreliable and was 7th in a Class E mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 31 January. Has run in better races than this and can score if smart
KAPORAL GAME – Did not show his best when 7th in Class E harness race at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 February. Does better under the saddle and could score
KNOKKE DE HOUELLE – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest at Nantes over 3000m on 16 January. Hard to trust and others are preferred
KEILA DU PERCHE – Disqualified last time out at Graignes over 2725m on 2 February. Hard to trust but can earn some money when smart
KARRY WHITE – Has struggled of late and was tenth in Class F mounted race at Vincennes over 2175m on 24 December. Needs to do more to score
Summary: KAPORAL GAME (10) is at his best under the saddle and should make a bold bid to beat these rivals over this particular course and distance. KYOTO GEMA (5) is better than his last run would suggest and will be a danger to these rivals. KALICO JACK (9) is unreliable and has disqualification issues, but does have a chance of winning if he behaves himself. KARAT DE BUSSET (6) races without shoes and should contest the finish back in a mounted race.
SELECTIONS
KAPORAL GAME (10) – KYOTO GEMA (5) – KALICO JACK (9) – KARAT DE BUSSET (6)
C3 – PRIX DES COURSES DE BLAIN – 2800m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 19,500
LINDOR DE L’AVRE – Unreliable but was barefoot and runner-up in Class F at Vire over 2800m on 8 February. Not fully barefoot but can earn some money
LADY DES SOURCES – Needed the last run when 7th in Class F at Angers over 3125m on 7 February. Fitter this time and is capable of scoring
LEGATO DE FELLIERE – Unreliable and finished 8th in E at Graignes over 2700m on 29 April. Returns from a break and others are preferred
LUCKY QUICK – Probably needed the last run when 7th in Class F at Nantes over 3000m on 19 January. Could be the surprise package of the race
LUGANO DE HOUELLE – Has disqualification issues and was tenth in Class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 16 November. Returns from a break barefoot and could strike
LE FRENCH DU SCION – Holding form and finished fourth in Class F at Graignes over 2700m on 30 December. Can be involved with the finish once again
LOCMARIA JEWEL – Has struggled of late and finished 11th in Class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850 on 19 October. Likely to need this run returning from a break
LETTRE A FRANCE – Disqualified last time out at Challans over 2900m on 8 February. Has struggled of late and needs major improvement to score
LE TENOR DE MAUVES – Disqualified last time out at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 18 January. Consistent before that and could earn some more money
L’AS DE LA COUDRE – Better under the saddle and was victorious last time out in a Class E mounted race at Machecoul on 1 February. Others make more appeal
LUTIN DU LAYON – In good form a was third in Class F at Machecoul over 2700m on 1 February. Can get into the mix of things once again
LUCY DU RILER – Holding form and was runner-up in Class F at Argentan over 2875m on 23 December. Has a place chance in this line-up
LIBERTA DE MARZY – Has some fair form and was not disgraced when 5th in Class E at Nantes over 3000m on 12 January. Better when barefoot and others make more appeal
LOVE ME MAZELI – Unreliable but was runner-up in Class E at Graignes over 2725m on 2 February. Can go one place better
LOVE KILLS – Has improved of late and was victorious in Class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 February. Capable of following up
LOVE DU PASSAGE – In good shape and was runner-up in Class F at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 11 January. Can be a lively danger on best form
LAUREL LA RAVELLE – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a Class D mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 20 January. Better under the saddle and others are preferred
LUTHER – Hard to trust but was runner-up in a Class F mounted race at Vincennes over2700m on 29 December. Might play a minor role
Summary: A very tricky race, and it may pay to side with LUGANO DE HOUELLE (5), who is racing barefoot for the Jean-Paul Marmion yard. LE TENOR DE MAUVES (9) is coming off a disqualification but had been showing good, consistent form beforehand and should pose a threat. LOVE KILLS (15) has shown improvement of late and can follow up on a solid recent success. LADY DES SOURCES (2) needed her last run and is capable of contesting the finish.
SELECTIONS
LUGANO DE HOUELLE (5) – LE TENOR DE MAUVES (9) – LOVE KILLS (15) – LADY DES SOURCES (2)
C4 – PRIX DES COURSES DE FOUGERES – 2800m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 20,000
KRONOS DE COSSE – Finished 6th in class F at Angers over 3125m on 7 February. Tries barefoot but needs to find a few lengths to win
KETTY DU BREUCQ – Not disgraced when third in class G at Machecoul over 2700m on 1 February. Reverts to barefoot and can get involved with the finish
KASH DU LIROT – Showed some improvement when fourth in class F at Cherbourg over 2625m on 1 February. Could earn some money
KENZO DE L’ETOILE – Showed improvement and was third in a class F mounted race at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 4 February. Can be competitive once again
KOSTA BUROISE – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in a class F at Cherbourg over 2625m on 1 February. Hard to trust and others are preferred
KAIROS ECUS – Only modest of late and finished 8th in class E at Cordemais over 2825m on 14 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
KABYLIE DE BOMO – Unplaced in class F at La Chartre-sur-le-Loir over 2925m on 17 August. Returns from a break and could need this run
KAOURA THONIC – Of form and finished 8th in a class G at Graignes over 2700m on 30 November. Remains barefoot and others are preferred
KELRAPIDE DU LUPIN – Disqualified in class E at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 February. A winner before that and can bounce back to score if smart
KING STEED – Showed improvement when fFourth in class E at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 February. Can be a threat to these rivals
KISS ME JAMINI – A winner of 2 of her last 3 starts, including last time out in a class F at Argentan over 2150m on 6 February. Can score again
KANTARO DU TRESOR – Finished 8th in a class E at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 February. Needs to do a bit more to score
KASANGA – A winner of aclass F mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 1 December. Better under the saddle and others are preferred
KYMIJALLY – Successful in class F at Cherbourg over 2625m on 1 February. Remains barefoot and is capable of following up
KAROLINA DI SEMBLE – Not reliable and finished 6th in class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 27 January. Remains barefoot and is capable of making the frame
Summary: KYMIJALLY (14) was an easy winner at Cherbourg and gets a confident vote to follow up. KENZO DE L’ETOILE (4) performed well under the saddle earlier this month and can be a threat back in a harness race. KELRAPIDE DU LUPIN (9) made a mistake last time despite strong support, but his previous win was solid, and he has claims here. KAROLINA DI SEMBLE (15) is unreliable but capable of performing well if at her best.
SELECTIONS
KYMIJALLY (14) – KENZO DE L’ETOILE (4) – KELRAPIDE DU LUPIN (9) – KAROLINA DI SEMBLE (15)
C5 – PRIX MECAPLI – MISSILLAC – 2800m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 23,000
JOYAU DU PASSAGE – Has some fair form and was fifth in class E at Machecoul over 2700m on 1 February. May need to do more to beat these rivals
JALOUISIA GIRL – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in class E at Machecoul over 2700m on 1 February. Remains barefoot but others are preferred
JIOSCO DU PARC – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 16 November. Reverts to barefoot but others make more appeal
JUSTE UN DALY – Only modest of late and was unplaced in class E at Nantes over 3000m on 25 January. Tries barefoot and is capable of improvement
JENKO DU HENNEQUIN – Consistent and was third in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 8 February. Capable of making the frame
JACKPOT DU DOME – Unreliable and was fourth in a class F at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2150m on 4 February. Capable of earning some more money
JUPITER DE MAISY – Showed improvement when runner-up in class F at Nantes over 3000m on 16 December. Can earn some more money
JOB DE CHOISEL – Consistent and was runner-up in class E at Les Sables D Olonne over 2775m on 22 August. Likely to need this run returning from a break
JAVA DE BOITRON – Finished 7th in class D at Nantes over 3000m on 16 January. Remains barefoot and has a place chance on best form
JASMIN VIVANCIERE – Disqualified in class E at Vincennes over 2175m on 18 January. Capable of an upset when staying on the trot
JELENIA BELLA – A winner of a class E at Nantes over 3000m on 25 January. Remains barefoot and could follow up in this line-up
JET GIRL – Disqualified in class E at Machecoul over 2700m on 1 February. In good form before that and can get involved with the finish if smart
JULIE DU CLOS – Unreliable and finished 6th in class E at Argentan over 2150m on 14 December. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
JOYEUX NONNA – Victorious in his last two starts, the latest in class E at Machecoul over 2700m on 1 February. Can complete the hat-trick
JUSTE DU GERS – Successful in class E at Argentan over 2875m on 6 February. Remains barefoot and is capable of doubling up
Summary: A competitive-looking race. JOYEUX NONNA (14) is seeking a hat-trick after some good wins and could strike again. JUSTE DU GERS (15) won well at Argentan and would not be a surprise winner. JELENIA BELLA (11) is also in good form and must be respected. JET GIRL (12) showed excellent form before her disqualification and should be a threat if she maintains her trot this time.
SELECTIONS
JOYEUX NONNA (14) – JUSTE DU GERS (15) – JELENIA BELLA (11) – JET GIRL (12)
C6 – PRIX ASSOC. DES TROTTEURS DE L’OUEST – 2200m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 14,000
NEVER EVER – A three-year-old colt by Royal Dream out of Frostie Love who is making his debut. His mother won twice in 33 Starts. Can earn some money
NINJA LANDIA – A three-year-old colt by Un Charme Fou out of Tina Landia who is making his debut. His Dam won 7 of her 26 Starts. Capable of scoring
NORIGANO – A three-year-old gelding by Trésor Wic out of Tiguinoise who is making his debut. His mother won 7 of her 124 stars. Can be a threat
NOUVELLE KARA – A three-year-old filly by Gelati Cut out of Eclipse de Kara who is making her debut. Her mother won 3 of her 21 starts. Others make more appeal
NEW STAR WIND – Disqualified on debut in class F at Vire over 2225m on 8 February. Likely to improve and can contest the finish
NORMA CASTELLE – Disqualified in both starts so far, the latest a class F at Cordemais over 2050m on 5 October. Hard to trust and others are preferred
NIGHT PURPLE – Finished 7th on debut in class F at Angers over 2425m on 25 January. Capable of improvement and might earn some minor money
NOBLE DU SURF – Not disgraced when fifth on debut in class F at Angers over 2425m on 28 January. Capable of improvement and has a place chance
NINA DE L’AUMOY – Unplaced in class F at Argentan over 2150m on 6 February. Has not shown much and others are much preferred
NOMADE DE RIVIERE – Has struggled so far and finished 9th in class F at Argentan over 2150m on 6 February. More is needed to score
NEVER ON TIME – Did not show his best when7th in class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 25 January. Did better on debut and has a place chance
NOBILLY FIVE – Showed some improvement and was fourth in class F at Machecoul over 2700m on 1 February. Might play a minor role
NAOMIE DEUGE – Has not been disgraced in both starts and was fifth in class F at Laval over 2850m on 4 February. Can be competitive this time
Summary: A tricky race, as the runners with experience have yet to shine. It is possible that two of the newcomers will fight out the finish. Half-brother to the mounted champion Kalif Landia, NINJA LANDIA (2) gets the vote to score. NORIGANO (3) is out of a seven-time winning mare and should be ready for this. NEW STAR WIND (5) made a mistake on debut but is likely to improve. NAOMIE DEUGE (13) has shown fair form so far and could contest the finish.
SELECTIONS
NINJA LANDIA (2) – NORIGANO (3) – NEW STAR WIND (5) – NAOMIE DEUGE (13)
C7 – PRIX DES COURSES DE VERTOU – 2800m (a2m) – Class G Amateur Drivers – Harness – EUR € 6,000
HADOL DE FAEL – Only modest of late and finished 9th in class G at Saint-Brieuc over 2575m on 1 February. Capable of doing better and has a place chance
JAKARTA MADRIK – Disqualified in class E at Machecoul over 2700m on 1 February. Reverts to barefoot but is hard to trust and others make more appeal
IZENHA DU PILET – Has struggled of late and finished 10th in class G at Amiens over 2400m on 13 November. Returns from a break and others make more appeal
JERRY DE BRAYE – Finished 10th in class G at Cordemais over 2825m on 23 November. Races without shoes this time and has a place chance
IF DE QUERAY – Unplaced in class F at Nantes over 3000m on 19 January. Unreliable but does need to find a few lengths to win this race
ISIS DE CALVI – Battling to regain form and was 10th in class F at Nantes over 3000m on 26 October. Could need this run returning from a break
JASMINE DU MELEUC – Disqualified in class G at Nancy over 2600m on 9 November. Returns from a break and looks likely to need this run
HYAK DES FONTAINES – Finished 6th in class F at Vincennes over 2850m on 30 December. Has a good record with this driver and has claims at winning
JUDICY DE VIVE – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in class E at Nantes over 3000m on 25 January. Reverts to barefoot and is capable of upset
HEROINE DE TALA – Did not show her best 7th in class G at Machecoul over 2700m on 1 February. Reverts to barefoot and should fight out the finish
JUMPER DE LA NADE – Unplaced in class E at this on 21 December. Remains barefoot and is capable of playing a minor role on best form
JOKER DREAM – Unreliable and finished 8th in class E at Argentan over 2875m on 6 February. Capable of doing better and is not out of it
INTENSE ACE – Did not show her best when 9th in a class F mounted race at Saint-Brieuc over 3150m on 1 February. Capable of earning some money
INCROYABLE TALENT – Finished 9th in class E at Nantes over 3000m on 7 December. Has dropped in class is capable of contesting the finish
Summary: A very open lucky last race. HYAK DES FONTAINES (8) is usually competitive for this driver and gets the narrow vote to win. HEROINE DE TALA (10) will be racing without shoes and can be a threat if at her best. JOKER DREAM (12) has struggled of late, but the trainer is confident, so he must be respected. INCROYABLE TALENT (14) has competed in better races before and could pop up again.
SELECTIONS
HYAK DES FONTAINES (8) – HEROINE DE TALA (10) – JOKER DREAM (12) – INCROYABLE TALENT (14)
R4 CAGNES-SUR-MER [L-H]

C1 – PRIX GEORGES SANDOR – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 23,800

PAS DE VAGUES – Finished fourth over 2000m on this course in Handicap on 19 January. Others have a stronger winning chance
TESTIFY – Winner on debut over 1600m at Pau in Conditional Unraced on 11 January. Hugo Besnier retains the ride and she can show
LIWOOD – Finished behind MAXIMILIEN (4) when second over 1600m on this course in Handicap on 27 January. He may have to settle for the same result
MAXIMILIEN – Winner of last two starts, the latest of which was over 1600m on this course in Handicap on 27 January. Hat-trick chance
AL RATEEL – Victorious on debut over 1500m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Conditional Unraced on 12 January. She could be anything and can remain unbeaten
VATICANA – Lightly raced with good form. Finished third over 1600m at Chantilly in Class 2 Conditional on 21 January. Cristian Demuro rides and she is a threat
Summary: AL RATEEL (5) made all when winning on debut over 1500m. She got the better of her stablemate who has come out and won since. The daughter of Violence can remain unbeaten. VATICANA (6) comes into this contest well-weighted and should pose a massive threat. MAXIMILIEN (4) is a winner of his last two starts and is full of confidence. He should be involved at the finish once again. TESTIFY (2) was victorious on debut over this distance at Pau. He could be anything and cannot be discounted.
SELECTIONS
AL RATEEL (5) – VATICANA (6) – MAXIMILIEN (4) – TESTIFY (2)
C2 – PRIX POLICEMAN – 2150m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 1 – Flat – EUR € 27,400
SAINT MARTIN – Finished second over 2150m on this course in Class 1 Conditional on 24 January. Cristian Demuro retains the ride, and he is the horse to beat
MEFIE TOI – Finished ninth over 1500m on this course in Class 1 Conditional on 1 February. Can surprise on best form shown
MON PAULIN – Finished third over 1800m at Salon-de-Provence in Class 2 Conditional on 27 November. First run this year and can go close if suited to the extra distance on offer
L’ABBAYE – Finished behind SAINT MARTIN (1) when fifth over 2150m on this course in Class 1 Conditional on 24 January. She may battle to turn the form around
MUHAARIA – Finished behind SAINT MARTIN (1) when third over 2150m on this course in Class 1 Conditional on 24 January. She may have to settle for the same result
Summary: SAINT MARTIN (1) is lightly raced with good form lines to his name. He was victorious over this course and distance in his penultimate start. Cristian Demuro rides and he has a winning chance. MON PAULIN (3) is having his first run this year and steps up to 2150m. He gives Christophe Escuder a strong hand in this contest. MUHAARIA (5) is ideally suited to this type of ground. She is an honest individual and merits healthy respect. MEFIE TOI (2) is better than recent form suggests and can bounce back.
SELECTIONS
SAINT MARTIN (1) – MON PAULIN (3) – MUHAARIA (5) – MEFIE TOI (2)
C3 – PRIX JEAN MASSARD – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 16,300
MISTY CITY – Victorious over 1500m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Handicap on 10 February. She is in a good space and merits healthy respect
JEZQAZGAN – Finished fourth over 1500m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Conditional Maiden on 2 February. First run in a Claimer and has a winning chance
TOMOE GOZEN – Finished fourth over 1500m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Handicap on 10 February. Others have a stronger winning chance
MAC TYSON – Finished fourth over 2000m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Claimer on 9 February. Eddy Hardouin rides but more is needed to feature
TCHIKITA – Battling to find best form. Finished seventh over 1600m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Handicap on 27 January. Others are preferred
KALSARIKANNIT – Finished sixth over 1500m in Italy on 8 February. First run on French soil and may find this difficult
ST GERMAIN – Won over 1500m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Claimer on 20 January. He is in a good space but may be outgunned
LA MARITZA – Is better than latest when ninth over 1500m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Claimer on 20 January. Won only attempt on this course and cannot be discounted
DELAMINA – Showed improvement when fourth over 1300m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Conditional Maiden on 26 January. She carries a nice weight and must be considered
Summary: JEZQAZGAN (2) is looking for his first career victory but makes his Claiming debut. He should enjoy the extra distance on offer and may be the horse to beat. LA MARITZA (8) is better than her last start and won her only attempt on this course. She cannot be discounted. MISTY CITY (1) is consistent and is a proven performer at this level. She can follow up with another victory. DELAMINA (9) carries a nice weight. She is ideally drawn in barrier two and would not be a surprise winner.
SELECTIONS
JEZQAZGAN (2) – LA MARITZA (8) – MISTY CITY (1) – DELAMINA (9)
C4 – PRIX DES LAVANDES – 1300m (a6f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Claiming – Flat – EUR € 15,400
SILVER ARROW – Is in good recent form. Finished third over 1500m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Class 3 Handicap on 10 February. He may be the horse to beat
LE CENTRAL – Finished sixth over 1300m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Class 4 Claimer on 19 January. Needs to find best form to feature
IVORY SPRING – Finished sixth over 1300m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Class 3 Handicap on 27 January. Chance if finding form of penultimate run
AVENTINO – Supplemented for this race. Finished third over 1600m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Class 4 Claimer on 4 February. He should have a say in the outcome of this contest
MONSIEURVALCHOP – Finished fourth over 1300m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Class 3 Handicap on 27 January. Drawn in pole position and Marie Velon rides
ZEOLAKIS – Finished eighth over 1300m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Class 4 Claimer on 19 January. Others have a stronger winning chance
TUDO BEM – Finished seventh over 1300m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Class 3 Handicap on 27 January. Chance with luck from the widest draw
INSIDE MATTERS – Finished sixth over 1300m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Class 2 Conditional on 1 February. Can finish on the podium
STYLE DE MIMI – Poor form. Finished unplaced over 1600m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Class 4 Handicap on 4 February. Look elsewhere
BLU METAL JACKET – Finished fifth over 1500m in Italy on 25 January. Cristian Demuro rides and he cannot be discounted
Summary: SILVER ARROW (1) has good recent form lines to his credit. He jumps from an ideal draw of two and is a major contender. IVORY SPRING (3) has already won four times on this course. On best form shown, he should be involved at the finish. BLU METAL JACKET (10) excels on this track and is the mount of Cristian Demuro. With a bit of luck from the awkward barrier position, he should have a say. INSIDE MATTERS (8) has campaigned against stronger in his last two runs. He drops in class and can show.
SELECTIONS
SILVER ARROW (1) – IVORY SPRING (3) – BLU METAL JACKET (10) – INSIDE MATTERS (8)
C5 – PRIX SAONOIS – FINALE POLYTRACK CHALLENGE – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Listed – Flat – EUR € 47,600
UN INSTANT – Competing in Listed races of late, placed 2nd at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 2000m on the 24th of January. Good chance
NO LUNCH – Sparkling form, keeps winning on the all-weather and can make it four in a row. Last victory was at this track over 1600m on the 24th of January. Hard to beat
ALVA – She was a Listed winner of her last start which was at Deauville over 1500m in mid December last year. Can follow up and needs to be respected
STOLEN KISS – Has contested some competitive races. Finished 4th at Deauville on the 2nd of November last year over 1400m in a Listed race and has serious claims
QUASAR – Holding form, placed 3rd at Chantilly on the 21st of January over 1400m and can be expected to be hugely competitive. Strong each way chance
REACH THE SKY – Competitive form, finished 5th at this course over 1600m on the 24th of January and can get much closer now. Fair place chance
FAST RAAJ – Knows how to win races, finished 3rd at this venue over 1600m on the 24th of last month and has serious each way claims
WILD CITY – Will need progression on recent efforts. Finished 6th at Chantilly over 1400m on the 21st of January. Happy to ignore
COLIN THE BRAVE – Is one from one locally which was at this track over 1600m on the 24th of last month and should be right there again. Good chance
SIR TOMMY CEN – Was a winner of the last start at Pau over 1600m on the 11th of last month but others are far preferred today. Small, outside place chance at best
Summary: Title holder NO LUNCH (2) has won his last three starts in fine style and two of those were in Listed company. He won this same race last year and can remain unbeaten on the all-weather. FAST RAAJ (7) has won many races thus far and is holding form but looks held on paper by the selection. He has strong each way claims. UN INSTANT (1) boasts solid form, has been in Listed company recently and will be a huge danger to the first choice. STOLEN KISS (4) can finish in the first four.
SELECTIONS
NO LUNCH (2) – FAST RAAJ (7) – UN INSTANT (1) – STOLEN KISS (4)
C6 – PRIX DE SAINT-RAPHAEL – 1500m (a7f1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400
BAWE ISLAND – Was a winner three starts back over 1500m here at this track and has been fair since. Last run was over 1500m earlier this month . Fair place chance
LOKI – Needs to do a bit more on current form for the win. Placed back in 9th spot over 1600m in a Handicap at this track on the 27th of January and can be given place claims
FLAME D’AMOUR – Will need to build on the 4th of February run when 7th at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 1600m in a Handicap and others are far preferred. Pass by
REDRUNNER – Forget last run, was 2nd at Cagnes-Sur-Mer before that over 1500m in a Handicap and is the one they all have to fear the most. Sparkling winning chance
MERI SHARMA – Taking time for the first win, finished 12th at this course over 1500m in a Handicap on the 17th of last month and way, way more is required to threaten here. Happy to ignore
MIGUELITO – Is yet to win, finished 7th at this course over 1500m in a Handicap on the 27th of January and can serve up way more today. Strong place chance
RAINIER – Placed 14th at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 1600m in a Handicap on the 4th of this month and overall form makes no appeal. Pass by
SWEET DAMIANA – Current form needs improving on. Placed only 9th at Marseille Vivaux over 1500m in a Handicap on the 10th of the month and others are preferred
RED COUNTESS – Current form has been on the decline and is erratic over various tracks and trips which makes this one hard to assess. Pass by
RECOLEROS – Would be a shock if placing. Was closer to last than first on the 2nd of this month at this course over 2000m and cannot be fancied
EL PROFESSOR CHOP – Fair overall form, placed 8th at this venue over 1600m in a Handicap on the 4th of February and can be right there at the finish. Good chance
NIGHT OF THE OPERA – Was way back in 12th place over 1500m at this course last time in Handicap class and has plenty to find for the win. Hard to fancy
Summary: REDRUNNER (4) can be forgiven for her last dismal run and judged on her solid earlier form. She is selected to bounce right back to winning ways and is the firm first choice. EL PROFESSOR CHOP (11) can do way more than the last run when 8th at this track over 1600m in a Handicap and can go very close to winning. MIGUELITO (6) is yet to win but should do so soon but for today has more of a place chance. BRAVE ISLAND (1) is a one for the quartet.
SELECTIONS
REDRUNNER (4) – EL PROFESSOR CHOP (11) – MIGUELITO (6) – BAWE ISLAND (1)
C7 – PRIX DE SAINTE-MAXIME – 1500m (a7f1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
TOOGOODFORSCHOOL – Will need to build on recent run at this track over 1500m in a Handicap when finishing 8th earlier this month. Hard to make a case for
KATHALINA – She was a winner at this course over 1500m on the 27th of last month and has every chance of following up. Good chance
GRAND MACHO – Comes into the race fresh off a victory at this course earlier this month over 1500m in a Handicap and can be a big runner. Bright chance
MYTHICONOR – Has yet to win a race, overall form is erratic and hard to assess and has contested some very weak races and no results. Pass by
SYLVABELLE – Made absolutely zero impression when placing only 10th at Lyon La Soie on the 15th of December in a weak claiming race. Would be a shock if placing
CIACCINO – Can certainly build on recent 9th place at this track over 1600m in a Handicap on the 4th of this month. Place chance
WASACHOP – Erratic and hard to assess. Finished way back in 11th at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 1300m on the 14th of January in Handicap class and is hard to fancy
POLO BABY – Boasts consistent form, was a winner at the last start which was at this very track over 1500m in a Handicap on the 9th of this month. Might be hard to beat
LOGIS – Has solid overall form, placed 5th at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 1500m on the 27th of January in Handicap class and rates a serious chance. Each way bet
PAS DE VELOURS – Was a winner three runs back but not sure what went wrong thereafter. Placed 13th at this track over 2000m in mid January in a Handicap and is hard to fancy. Pass by
COTAI HERO – Placed 9th at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 1600m in a Handicap on the 20th of January and is hard to fancy based on that. Prefer others
SILVER SCHNOK – Will need to seriously improve on last run when way back in 11th at this course over 1500m in a Handicap on the 27th of last month. Others preferred for the win
Summary: POLO BABY (8) is holding form encouragingly well and might prove tough to oppose. He ran a cracker earlier this month finishing second at this track and is confidently selected to go one more. LOGIS (9) is holding form, never far adrift the winners and can provide plenty cheek all the way home and is a serious contender. CIACCINO (6) can serve up way more than he did last time and is one for the shortlist. GRAND MACHO (3) won well at the last start and has to be respected and included in all bets.
SELECTIONS
POLO BABY (8) – LOGIS (9) – CIACCINO (6) – GRAND MACHO (3)
C8 – PRIX DU PESCAIRE – 1500m (a7f1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
REUX – Recent form does not inspire much confidence. Placed back in 9th over 1500m on the 9th of February and needs to do way more before being considered. Pass by
MANDOKI – Ignore last run when 9th at this track over 1500m and judge on earlier win at Marseille Vivaux over 1500m in a Handicap on the 5th of January. Small, outside place chance
FAVORITE CRIME – Placed a good 3rd at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 1500m in a Handicap on the 26th of January and should be right there at the finish. Respect and include
BOAVISTA – Long time, professional, battling maiden that has not done much at all. Only managed 6th place at this course over 2150m on the 2nd of this month in a Handicap. Hard to like
BAIGNADE – Ignore last run, caught the eye in penultimate race when 2nd at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 1500m in a Handicap on the 17th of January. Serious each way claims
TOPAZE VENDOME – Is yet to win, finished 6th at this course over 1600m in late January and needs to do way more to be considered for any bets. Hard to fancy
EXPERTISE – A mush better performance at Cagnes-Sur-Mer last time when 2nd over 1300m in a Handicap on the 27th of January. Needs to confirm the sudden improvement
FOR WIN – In good form currently, placed 3rd at this track in late January over 1500m in a Handicap and was a fluent winner before that. Sparkling winning claims
AMORE MIA – Was a winner on the 19th of last month at this track of a Handicap over 1500m and it would be no surprise if she were to follow up. Good chance
SLEEPY SUZY – Ignore last run when 12th at this course and judge on penultimate effort when 2nd over 1500m also at this course on the 27th of last month in a Handicap. Expect a first four finish
OUT OF THE BLUE – Was a winner at this track over 1600m in Handicap class on the 1st of February and might be able to run well fresh off the win but others are chosen today. Small place chance at best
BRAVEHEART – Has been knocking loudly at the door in the last two runs when 2nd in both. One at Marseille Vivaux and the other at this course and both in competitive Handicaps. Goods chance
Summary: FOR WIN (8) was a winner at the penultimate run and followed that up with an encouraging third over 1500m here at this track. He is the one they all have to fear the most on that evidence. BAIGNADE (5) was a touch disappointing last time when finishing closer to last than first but form before that was fair. Expect a better run today and include in all betting perms. FAVOURITE CRIME (3) ran a good race over 1500m last time and with a repeat effort like that, can again finish in the first three. BRAVEHEART (12) is a must for the quartet.
SELECTIONS – FOR WIN (8) – BAIGNADE (5) – FAVORITE CRIME (3) – BRAVEHEART (12)

French Selections Sunday 15th

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