French Selections Saturday 28th

R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE VIRE NORMANDIE – 2200m (a1m1/2) – Class B – Mounted – EUR € 43,000

NARCISSE TURGOT – Nicely-related colt that has always had the discipline on his agenda. Anthony Barrier in the irons and should prove competitive at the business end of the race
NYLLA DU GOUTIER – Runner-up in both starts to date. Is clearly one for the future and could well get off the mark this time
NECTAR DE LA FYE – Moderate type that has twice been flattered here recently and can be ruled out
NORGUSSON ATALANTE – Showed good aptitude for the code twice last month here. 4 pads fitted for the first time but still a minor place prospect at best
NAYAMA BERRY – Got off the mark over course and distance on 19 January but was outclassed next time and will have few friends
NAUTILIO BELLO – Placed twice last month before being trounced by NEEL AR MOR (13) in a Gr.3 over track and trip 2 weeks ago, and others preferred
NAMARETTI DEVOL – Well-beaten behind NEEL AR MOR (13) in a Gr.3 over course and distance 2 weeks ago and is unlikely to influence the outcome
NEWCASH DE PHYT’S – Lost his maiden tag in a Class D over course and distance 2.5 weeks ago but finds himself in superior company this time and is unlikely to spring any surprises
NATURE DU GOUTIER – Has done nothing but improve since taking up the ridden code. Lost her maiden status in good order here 2.5 weeks ago, and even though stepping up in category should nevertheless hold her own
NACHYMA BERRY – Sports a fresh formula after running 2nd in a 2700m harness Class C here 11 days ago. Is obviously in excellent shape and will not be far off the mark if ability transitions
NAGINATA – Thoroughly professional winner of a 2700m Class D here on 5 February. In better company this time but is clearly the standout in the field and will garner the lion’s share of support
NEO VANILLA – Consistently gives everything she has but is no champion. Takes a dip in category after running 4th in a Gr.3 over track and trip a fortnight back, but still not an obvious choice
NEEL AR MOR – Ran 3rd in a Gr.3 over track and trip 2 weeks ago on his first appearance under the saddle. Will have come on for the race and can bring the fight to NAGINATA (11)
Summary: She is still somewhat green but Philippe Allaire’s NAGINATA (11) was a most impressive winner over the main track earlier this month; she will be reunited with Paul Ploquin and will have this in the bag if he keeps her trotting. Leading the opposition is NEEL AR MOR (13) who gave a very good account on his monte debut here 2 weeks ago, and NARCISSE TURGOT (1) who is expected to put on a good show for his monte bow. NYLLA DU GOUTIER (2) may not have been seen out for 2 months but she will sport front pads for the first time and Eric Raffin has remained faithful.
SELECTIONS
NAGINATA (11) – NEEL AR MOR (13) – NARCISSE TURGOT (1) – NYLLA DU GOUTIER (2)
C2 – PRIX DE BLAVIGNAC – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E Amateur Riders – Harness – EUR € 32,000
MALINE DE JED – Made no impression in 17 February race of reference and, in this company, has no realistic chance
METALLICA SMART – Serious filly that was particularly unlucky here on 17 January. Has had time to recalibrate and can make a big splash if she stays in stride from one end of the race to the other
MONANZA CASTEL – Blew up in a 2850m Class E here 2.5 weeks ago. Races barefoot this time but others still easier to trust
MISS LOVE BERRY – Courageous 4th in 17 February race of reference. Reliability not her strong suit but still cannot be ruled out
MANOLA DE MUZE – Complicated element but has shown her ability more than once. Comes here fresh and can get in on the action if Adrien Guarato manages to keep her mind on the task at hand
MOLLY DU CAUX – Honest filly that ran 3rd over 2175m here in January before blundering in a Class E over track and trip 3 weeks ago. Is not a priority but always gives her best and could well pick up some prizemoney
MAMOUNIA DE LUBLE – Pleasant, but unthreatening, 4th of 10 in a Nantes Class E 2 weeks ago. Sports a fresh formula but still appears to be taking on too much
MELITTE DE RIVIERE – Has turned a corner since starting to race barefoot, most recently 3rd, a place behind MA LILI GEMA (13), in a 2200m Class E here on 17 February. Takes on some better horses this time but can nevertheless play a small part
MACOE – 4th in a Class E under these conditions on 1 February, then smartly won a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E 11 days later. Is unlikely to double her money but can nevertheless finish in the mix
MILADY DE LA PIECE – Sent for a spell after producing a pair of good efforts before the turn of the year. Was still in contention before losing her action here a fortnight back and can put things right if Pierre Abrivard keeps her focused
MALICIA DU ROCHER – Progressive filly making first appearance since getting off the mark at Cabourg last October and is going to need the race
MAMZELLE DREAM – Still chasing that elusive first win but has otherwise been in decent shape. Ran 4th under these conditions earlier in the month but is unlikely to confirm
MA LILI GEMA – Did everything asked of her on first start of the season, coming 2nd in a 2200m Class E here on 17 February. Will have come on for the race and looks a player once more
MY WILD – Handy sort that made a fine comeback at Graignes early this month. Is new to the main track but is obviously in good shape and, barefoot for the occasion, is not to be underestimated
Summary: Still rather green but quite evidently in good shape, MILADY DE LA PIECE (10) was still going strong when eliminated on re-entry here 2 weeks ago, but is competitively-shod for the first time and can redeem herself. METALLICA SMART (2) was unlucky not to remain unbeaten this winter when faulting in the final stages of a Class E here but, if applied this time, can set the record straight. MA LILI GEMA (13) beat a number of these over the inner course 10 days ago and should not disappoint. MACOE (9) returns to racing barefoot after opening her account at Mauquenchy and is easy to like for a place in the picture.
SELECTIONS
MILADY DE LA PIECE (10) – METALLICA SMART (2) – MA LILI GEMA (13) – MACOE (9)
C3 – PRIX DE LORIENT – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 52,000
LOOKING D’AURCY – Impressive under the saddle this term with 3 victories in 3 starts. Is less-performant in the harness code but was not the most fortunate when going well here 2 weeks ago and should not be overlooked
LAROZE DU GERS – Spirited mare that has won 7 of the 9 races she has finished, most recently over course and distance. Comes here fresh and, on good behaviour, will have a legitimate claim on the double
LOTUS GRIFF – Complicated individual but can trot when focused. Is barefoot for return to Paris but others still preferred
LITTLE STAR FLEURY – Gives an honest account of herself for the most part but has done little of note lately and is unlikely to cause an upset
LORD TURGOT – Quality trotter with solid references under these conditions. Was most impressive over 2100m here on 3 February and has earned the right to take his chances. Place prospect
LILY DE L’AUNAY – Quality mare that should not be too hastily-judged for recent disqualification. Has bags of ability but will race shod and best to keep one’s powder dry
LAMONT DU DOUET – Runner-up in the last 4 races he has finished, most recently missing out by the smallest of margins in a Class C over track and trip a fortnight ago. Mathieu Mottier stays faithful and could pleasantly surprise
LEWIS RIVER – Ran 2nd over course and distance last November but has failed to deliver in 3 since and, even racing barefoot, will have his work cut out
LAGNU MAG – Unremarkable 5th in a 2100m Class B here 10 days ago and looks a rank outsider once more
LILI DRY – Has enjoyed a productive run of form in Paris this winter. Returns to the capital after encouraging at Cagnes but will still need to find more
LOULOU DAB – Won 4 in a row here this winter before faulting in a Class B 3 weeks ago. Showed his form after being eliminated and Damien Bonne will be determined to set the record straight
LEGACY JIEL – Mixes the good with the less-good but encouraged with victory in a 2850m Class B here 3 weeks ago. Is unlikely to repeat but will not be going home empty-handed
LOUSTIC DE SALOMAX – Simply superb in Paris this winter, latterly 3rd to LOULOU DAB (11) in a Class B over course and distance on 15 January, and will be justifiably well-backed once again
LOBBING DE BLARY – Good, consistent element that ran 2nd to LEGACY JIEL (12) in a 2850m Class B here 3 weeks ago. Is nicely-entered here and will not be available at 34-1 this time
Summary: Given a bit of a rest after conformably imposing under these conditions on New Year’s Eve, LAROZE DU GERS (2) is barefoot for her return run and, provided David Thomain keeps her focused, can get straight down to business. Sporting a fresh configuration for the occasion, LOULOU DAB (11), has improved for every run this winter and, if applied, can return to doing what he does best. Dynamic when barefoot, LOUSTIC DE SALOMAX (13) is clearly close to his race and warrants significant respect. LORD TURGOT (5) won unopposed here earlier in the month and is not incapable of repeating.
SELECTIONS
LAROZE DU GERS (2) – LOULOU DAB (11) – LOUSTIC DE SALOMAX (13) – LORD TURGOT (5)
C4 – PRIX DE NORT SUR ERDRE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Mounted – EUR € 41,000
NOBEL STEEL – Winner on monte debut in Munich in July 2024. Failed to deliver next time in Berlin, and makes his Vincennes bow with little to contribute
LEONCE DU CLOS – Previously a good sort but has been off the boil lately and will need to find significantly more
LEONARD DU CLOS – Serious sort with just the one race in him since his lengthy layoff. Is barefoot this time but others still easier to back
KIDAM DU METZ – Produced a pair of good performances before being eliminated in a Class D under these conditions in late-December. Has been afforded time to get his house in order and, on good behaviour, can finish in the mix
MISTER LION – Talented Swedish type making debut for new handler. Clearly means business and will be no easy touch if Anthony Barrier keeps him trotting
LORD FROMENTRO – Looked a thorough professional when imposing over shorter here on 3 January. Mathieu Mottier back in the bike and will not be easy to oppose
LORENZO BERRY – Not the horse he was this time last year. Has been out of sorts this winter and returns to the monte code with limited ambition
ONANA BOKO – Ran 3rd over course and distance late last month before finding the going tough in a Class C last week. Drops back in category and can play a small part
LABEL DE LARRE – Was in the running for 2nd place in a 2850m Class C here 8 days ago only to lose his action. Is quite obviously in decent shape and will not be far from the action if Damien Bonne manages to keep him focused
MONSIEUR CHOCOLAT – Ran 2nd on Vincennes debut in early-December and was by no means disgraced in better company next time. Is new to the monte discipline but if ability transitions, his place is on the podium
Summary: Facile winner over 2175m on his monte debut here in early-January, LORD FROMENTRO (6) returns to racing barefoot after being conditioned in the other code and, if he stays trotting, it is hard to envisage him being bested. Now in the care of Laurent-Claude Abrivard, MISTER LION (5) sports modified shoeing for his monte bow and will be expected to deliver. Compatriot MONSIEUR CHOCOLAT (10) is new to the discipline, and stays shod, but is a trotter of considerable ability benefiting from an excellent entry, and deserves to be taken seriously. LABEL DE LARRE (9) is not the easiest to use but he showed his form here last week and merits respect.
SELECTIONS
LORD FROMENTRO (6) – MISTER LION (5) – MONSIEUR CHOCOLAT (10) – LABEL DE LARRE (9)
C5 – PRIX DE LA MOSELLE – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 35,000
LYPSTIC ATOUT – Tricky sort that will be reunited with his handler after failing to deliver at Nantes mid-January. Is unlikely to set Vincennes alight but, with application, can make his presence felt
LUCKY PRIM – Makes first appearance since finishing 11th of 15 in a 2175m Class E here in late-October and is not about to spring any surprises
LEADER DE VENEL – Showed promise last spring but has made no impact over recent months. Alexis Collette at the helm but still not a priority
LEOLIO – Put in a good showing at Laval earlier this month when 4th in a Class E. Cannot be considered a player but cannot be ruled out either
LEON DE L’AUNAY – Unexceptional here on 20 January before being placed last. Disappointed at Machecoul just 12 days later and can expect to have few friends in the markets
LOGAN DES PRES – Respectable trotter starting for the first time for over 2 months. Has yet to show any particular liking for Vincennes though and can be passed over
LOTS OF LOVE – Decent sort facing first objective for new trainer. Has previously shown significant aptitude for the game and Theo Duvaldestin is not about to let this fine opportunity pass him by
LIRELLO – Sports modified shoeing after a pair of respectable runs in the provinces. Has shown decent versatility but will have his work cut out on Vincennes debut
LOULOU DEL GREEN – Made his way back into the winners’ enclosure after securing a 2800m Vire Class F on 8 February. Faces a better bunch this time though and others preferred
LIBERAL BABY – Gave an excellent account of himself to comfortably win a Vire Class F on 8 February, and does not make the trip to Paris to see the sights. Place prospect
LE GRAND MASSIF – Modest sort that has done nothing of note since winning at Saint-Galmier last August and has no realistic chance
LEADER BLACK – Acquits himself respectably for the most part. Is new to Vincennes but is plainly in decent shape and, at this level, can finish in the mix
LE BOIS JOSSELYN – Useful trotter but has not been seen out since November and with shoes fitted will not be worrying the opposition
LODEN D’HERFRAIE – Reverts to an earlier configuration after finishing last but 1 at Graignes early this month. Paul Ploquin in the bike this time and, considering the opposition, can play a prominent role
LORD OF THE RINGS – Won 4 of 5 before losing his action in a Class F at Lyon-La Soie 2.5 weeks ago. Trainer could not have wished for a better entry and Franck Nivard will be expected to capitalise
Summary: Encouraging at Nantes a fortnight ago on just his 2nd start for the Duvaldestin stable, LOTS OF LOVE (7) has been reconfigured for his Vincennes bow and should have the wherewithal to win a race of this nature. It’s unlikely to be all plain sailing though considering how performant the well-entered LORD OF THE RINGS (15) is when applied. It took 36 runs but LIBERAL BABY (10) finally got off the mark earlier in the month and, in this company, looks capable of playing another active role. LODEN D’HERFRAIE (14) is no champion but he sports a fresh configuration for his return to the capital and should not be far off the mark.
SELECTIONS
LOTS OF LOVE (7) – LORD OF THE RINGS (15) – LIBERAL BABY (10) – LODEN D’HERFRAIE (14)
C6 – PRIX DE LUNEVILLE – 2850m (a2m) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 53,000
PLAYBOY DE REVE – Got straight down to business on first start following the break, winning over 2840m in Mons. Is confirmed here and, barefoot this time, will generate some interest
KRISTO STAR – Back under harness after a failed attempt in the monte discipline 3 weeks ago. Has ability but in this category will struggle to make his mark
FIORANO – Faces a tougher test than he did when 4th in a 2100m Class E here in early-January. Is barefoot this time but still not an obvious choice
PORTOFINO (SWE) – Encouraged in last month’s Vincennes bow but has twice failed to deliver since, and others easier to back
FASHION MONGER – Gave a good account on Vincennes debut late last month. Boasts excellent credentials at home in Sweden and, with shoes off this time, will have his chances
KLINGER (NOR) – Very disappointing in both codes over recent months. Races barefoot this time but still not a concern
PATTON (SWE) – Classy Swedish sort that was not properly tested in either Vincennes run, notably 2.5 weeks ago when easily securing a monte Class D. Mathieu Mottier back in the bike and, even though stepping up in category, still looks a serious player
XIA LLOYD – Unexceptional Swedish mare that is clearly taking on too much this time and can be ruled out
EMPIRE AS – No slouch on a good day under harness but would have better prospects in the other code
MAX OCCAGNES – 6th of 16 behind HASHTAG SIMONI (14), on comeback, in a Class D under these conditions 11 days ago. Tends to go well for Paul Ploquin and moves up in category with a good hand to play
KASSIOPEIA – Opened her Vincennes account late last month when dominating a Class C under these conditions. Has a particular liking for the main track and is easy to fancy for a step on the podium
KARMA – Springs the occasional surprise but has made no impact so far this year and is not about to start now
ELDORADO JET – Serious Italian trotter that was denied a path when full of running in a 2100m Gr.3 here on 25 January. Drops in category and, with form maintained, should be able to wrap this up
HASHTAG SIMONI – Tricky but talented trotter that ran a surprise 3rd of 16 in a Class D over track and trip on 16 February. Is unlikely to repeat but, in similar form, should be able to challenge for a first-5 cheque
KING GEORGES – Showed marked improvement when 5th behind HASHTAG SIMONI (14) in a Class D under these conditions 11 days ago. Left a very good impression on that occasion and, considering the entry, cannot be discounted
KALINE DU LOCHEUR – Moderate mare returning to racing shod after being trounced in a Class D under these conditions mid-month. Shoes on and chances slim
Summary: Winner on his return to competition at Cagnes in early-January, ELDORADO JET (13) was most unlucky in a Gr.3 here later in the month, and will not have poor draw to contend with this time. That being said, PATTON (SWE) (7) has not skipped a beat since coming to France and legitimately bids for the 8-timer. Eric Raffin stays faithful to the good Swedish FASHION MONGER (5) who will race barefoot for the occasion. Very hard to fault since last summer, KASSIOPEIA (11) will be no pushover.
SELECTIONS
ELDORADO JET (13) – PATTON (SWE) (7) – FASHION MONGER (5) – KASSIOPEIA (11)
C7 – PRIX D’ALENCON – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Mounted – EUR € 41,000
FUJIKO FONT – Takes first competitive monte steps after flopping in a pair of harness runs here this term and is unlikely to worry the opposition
LITTLE STAR – Has been acquitting herself respectably all winter but is not made of the stuff to win a race of this nature
LEDORIKA – Quite the revelation this winter and passed her Vincennes test in late-January. Takes on a better bunch of horses this time but in present shape is very hard to ignore. Place chance
LADIVA DE VILLABON – Has shown decent aptitude for the code but eliminated in last 2 and even switching formula will not be enough
LIBERTY DELO – Tricky but handy mare making first appearance since early-December. Has previously won under these conditions and can make amends if fit and focused
ETOILE DU OZ – 3rd to KOUSINE MAJYC (10) in a Class E over course and distance late last month. Was conditioned under harness just last week and returns barefoot to the code with a decent hand to play
LUDMILA DETE – Quality element that somewhat lost her way late last term. Pulled off the monte hat-trick last summer, is clearly in race-mode, but may just need the run
LOU D’ECROVILLE – Back under the saddle after winning a harness Class D here early this month. Is less-dependable in the monte code though and others easier to support
LAPONIE D’EMMA – Has just one blip on her otherwise excellent monte formcard. Has not been seen out since late-November, and will be shod, but still looks a respectable first-5 prospect
KOUSINE MAJYC – Serious mare that has won both starts here this winter, most recently a Class E over course and distance in style late last month, and is easy to fancy for a repeat
LYRIC – Had been enjoying a fruitful run of form until being eliminated early here late last month. Has been reconfigured for the occasion and will have other ambitions
LAVALLOISE GIRL – Never far from losing her action but has buckets of talent. Has a race under her belt since the spell, is shod to preference, and will be expected to contest the finish
Summary: A tough nut to crack when she keeps her action together, KOUSINE MAJYC (10) made a mockery of the opposition under these conditions late last month and, considering her barefoot record, is going to take all the beating. Mathieu Mottier will be mindful though of the terrifically-engaged LAVALLOISE GIRL (12) who will be shod as she was when imposing here just before Christmas, and LEDORIKA (3) who has enjoyed something of a renaissance since switching disciplines. LIBERTY DELO (5) has yet to find her feet this term but she is a talented mare and it is only a question of time.
SELECTIONS
KOUSINE MAJYC (10) – LAVALLOISE GIRL (12) – LEDORIKA (3) – LIBERTY DELO (5)
C8 – PRIX DE MAUREPAS – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 35,000
FONTE CHIARA PAR – Would have finished closer than 6th behind LISBETH DRY (3) had she not stumbled late here 2.5 weeks ago. Is by no means a priority but is still one to monitor
KATTEJAMMER CASH – Modest 7th of 9 behind LISBETH DRY (3) in a Class E over course and distance 2.5 weeks ago and is unlikely to shake things up
LISBETH DRY – Put 2 moderate efforts behind her to come 2nd in a Class E under these conditions 2.5 weeks ago. Reliability not her strong suit but in current condition will be expected to contest the finish
LOVELY WILMA – Has not been seen out since failing to deliver in a Class D under these conditions on Christmas Day, and will have few takers
FRENCIS ZL – Occasionally useful at home in Italy, but has no love for the Vincennes main track and will have nothing to offer
LUCRECE HAUFOR – Missed out by little in a Class E under these conditions on 29 January. Is plainly close to her best and will be no easy touch if Damien Bonne keeps her focused
OLYMPIA GREENWOOD – Left a good impression in the straight here on 29 January before pleasing in Berlin mid-month. Appears to be close to her race and Mattheiu Abrivard will be only too happy to prove the point
LUCIA DE LA CRIERE – Has been knocking at the door, both here and in the provinces, this year. Is unlikely to get her nose in front this time either but should nevertheless hold her own
LUNE DE L’EMION – Back in the capital after pleasing in a Nantes Class D on 25 January. Seldom visits the winners’ circle but always gives her best and cannot be discounted
THANKWORTHY TILE – Gave a good account of herself on Vincennes bow, coming 2nd in a Class E over track and trip on 29 January. Will not be available at 25-1 this time but can still make first 5
L’ILE D’HAUFOR – Is undeniably useful at this level but has been struggling lately. Sports 4 pads for the occasion and others preferred
FLORES DE CAMPO – Tricky Italian sort that has shown a significant liking for Vincennes. Has been entrusted to Eric Raffin for the first time and, with application, can make this her own
FEDE JET – Came 5th in 29 January race of reference prior to running a flattering 3rd in a 2850m Class B just 9 days later. Is not about to create an upset but will be expected to give another honest account
FIABA DEL RONCO – Has pleased for the most part at home in Italy over recent months, and will be reconfigured for the occasion, but appears to be out of her league
LOZEN DE BANVILLE – Drops back in category after finishing last but one in a Class D here early this month and would have a better chance at a lower level
Summary: FLORES DE CAMPO (12) may be complicated but her ability is not in question. Winner last time here only to be disqualified, she returns reconfigured to France and, with Eric Raffin reining this time, looks the one to beat. He will still want to be wary of OLYMPIA GREENWOOD (7) whose late-January run here was not indicative of her true value, and LISBETH DRY (3) who reassured recently. LUCRECE HAUFOR (6) finished ahead of the last two here late last month and looks competitive for a place cheque.
SELECTIONS
FLORES DE CAMPO (12) – OLYMPIA GREENWOOD (7) – LISBETH DRY (3) – LUCRECE HAUFOR (6)
C9 – PRIX EMILE ALLIX COURBOY – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 75,000
KARAMBAR – Talented type with just the one race under his belt since the break, but is barefoot for the occasion and his record over course and distance speaks for itself. Chance
KID BELLAY – Has been struggling under the saddle all winter. Runs under harness for a change of scenery and can be passed over
HIMBERLAND – Handy sort with form at this level but is shod for re-entry and best to hold off
GORDON MIJACK – Has been disappointing of late although he did encounter traffic problems 2 weeks ago. Sports 4 pads for the first time, with Matthieu Abrivard in the bike, but chances still limited
HABIT DE SOIREE – Got back in the game when 3rd of 15 in a Class B over track and trip 2 weeks ago. Mathieu Mottier at the helm this time but is still being asked to do too much
LIGHTNING STRIDE – Quality nordic mare that has taken well to Vincennes conditions. Finished ahead of JAZZMAN (GER) (8) here 3 weeks ago, although a repeat does seem unlikely
ELEGANCE KRONOS – Second in a Gr.3 here in late-January before finishing unplaced in a monte Gr.1 early this month. Takes on the boys this time but can nevertheless hold her own. First 5
JAZZMAN (GER) – Fine campaigner that failed to deliver here earlier in the month after having pulled the 16-slot, but races on level terms this time and can impose
FURIOSO FLIGNY – Still going strong aged 11. Has not been seen out since 20 December though and with shoes fitted will have little to contribute
IDEAL SAN LEANDRO – Between Italy and France, has looked decidedly ordinary over recent months and can be ignored
COQUAHOLY – Returns to France after coming 3rd over 2600m in Victoria Park a fortnight ago. Is confirmed here but is nonetheless out of his depth
JAG STRYCK – Capable on a good day but has not been particularly sharp for some time but, if fully fit, can get a look in
JE REVE DU BOIS – Back under harness after some solid efforts in the other code. Is less-performant under harness, but has won a Gr.3 GNT stage and must be respected
IALTO D’HERTALS – Tough element that has not put a foot out of line all winter. Ran 2nd to JAZZMAN (GER) (8) in a 2100m Gr.3 here on 25 January and must be considered a contender
DOLCE VIKY – Serious Italian raider that won a Class B here in December before disappointing in a Gr.3 on 17 January. Is in form though and can play an important part if he negotiates the turns better
HARISON DU PLESSIS – Returns to conditions he appreciates after a comeback run at Agen 2 weeks ago. Is as honest as they get and will be competitive for a place in the frame
Summary: A first-rate trotter that has already secured a pair of Gr.3s this term, JAZZMAN (GER) (8) had nothing going for him here earlier in the month, but will be expected to bounce back and can win this if he stays focused. Unplaced that day on his return from a short break, stablemate KARAMBAR (1) will be barefoot and will have his chances. IALTO D’HERTALS (14) has been firing on all cylinders this winter and looks competitive once more, as does the ideally-engaged HARISON DU PLESSIS (16) who boasts excellent barefoot references. DOLCE VIKY (15) is significantly better than his recent result would suggest and his trainer-driver will be out to put things right.
SELECTIONS
JAZZMAN (GER) (8) – KARAMBAR (1) – IALTO D’HERTALS (14) – HARISON DU PLESSIS (16)
R2 CORDEMAIS [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME DE ST JEAN DE MONTS – 2825m (a2m) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 17,500

MADAME DES LOYAUX – Disqualified in all four of her starts so far, the latest a class E at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 February. Others make more appeal
MAJOR DE BOUERE – Disqualified in all three starts so far, the latest in a class G harness race at Le Neubourg over 2200m on 28 June. Should need this run returning from a break
MANADE PRIOR – Finished 10th in a class H harness race at Saumur over 2850m on 22 February. Has disqualification issues and others are preferred
MY WAY LEBEL – Disqualified in all three starts, the latest in a class E mounted race at this track over 2825m on 23 November. Returns from a break and could need this run
MAFIA MIL – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a class F harness raceat Vire over 2800m on 8 February. More is needed to score
MAKAO DAIRPET – Disqualified last time out in a class F mounted race at Laval over 2850m on 7 December. Needs to find a few lengths to score
MERRY DAY – Disqualified in a class G mounted race at Graignes over 2700m on 22 February. Hard to trust and others are much preferred
MADE IN WIND – Not reliable but was fourth in a class F harness race at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 8 February. Might earn some minor money trying a mounted race
MY LORD DE L’AUMOY – A winner of a class F mounted race over this course and distance on 4 January. Capable of following up
MARIE ROSE – In good shape and was third in a class F mounted race at Angers over 2425m on 28 January. Could earn some money
MA PIECE D’OR – Has improved of late and finished third in a class E mounted race at Vincennes over 2175m on 3 February. Could strike
MON DE CHEVALERIE – Not disgraced when fifth in a class F mounted race at Angers over 2425m on 28 January. Not fully barefoot this time and others are preferred
MANAPANIS – Unreliable and finished 6th in a class E mounted race at Vincennes over 2200m on 12 December. Has a place chance
MIGHTY DOTHRAK – Not reliable and finished Fifth in a class F harness race at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 8 February.. Could earn some minor money
MOKA VRIE – Disqualified five times in a row, the latest in a class E mounted race at Vincennes over 2175m on 5 February. Very hard to trust but is capable of winning
MEGABUCKS – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in a class E mounted race at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 8 February. Can score if staying in stride
Summary: MA PIECE D’OR (11) has shown improvement of late and was a good third in this discipline last time out. That indicated she could win an open-looking race like this. MEGABUCKS (16) has had a couple of faults of late but could win if staying on the trot. MOKA VRIE (15) is even harder to trust than that rival but is quite capable of victory when smart. MY LORD DE L’AUMOY (9) won over this track and trip when trying a mounted race and would not be a surprise winner.
SELECTIONS
MA PIECE D’OR (11) – MEGABUCKS (16) – MOKA VRIE (15) – MY LORD DE L’AUMOY (9)
C2 – PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME DE PONTCHATEAU – 2825m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 16,000
NANILLE DES APRES – Finished 8th on debut in class F at Nantes over 2275m on 7 December. Capable of improvement and others are preferred
NAOMIE DEUGE – Disqualified in class F at Pontchâteau over 2200m on 15 February. Needs to show improvement to beat these rivals
NIKY WAY – A runner-up on debut in class F at Angers over 2425m on 11 January. Looks capable of going one better this time
NECTAR DU BOCAGE – Only found one better on the day when runner-up in class F at Nantes over 2275m on 25 January. Should fight out the finish
NAVAH MERCURY – Improving and was runner-up in class F at Argentan over 2150m on 6 February. Can go one place better
NINO VERO – Did not show his best when 10th in class C at Enghien over 2150m on 18 October. Returns from a break and could need this run
NICKY LARSON – Victorious in Class F at Cherbourg over 2625m on 1 February. Has shown improvement and is not out of it
NAUSICA DE CORBERY – Has run well in both her starts and was runner-up in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 8 February. Should be competitive once again
Summary: A decent race for a small field. NIKY WAY (3) was beaten by a good sort on debut, so should go one better this time. NECTAR DU BOCAGE (4) was also a runner-up on debut. Improvement is expected and he will be a threat once again. NAUSICA DE CORBERY (8) has run well in both her starts and that extra experience could pay dividends. NAVAH MERCURY (5) is also improving and can be competitive as well.
SELECTIONS
NIKY WAY (3) – NECTAR DU BOCAGE (4) – NAUSICA DE CORBERY (8) – NAVAH MERCURY (5)
C3 – PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME DE MACHECOUL – 2825m (a2m) – Class D – Mounted – EUR € 33,000
ILLICO DE LOU – Disqualified twice in his last three starts, the latest in class F at Laval over 2850m on 18 February. Has disqualification issues and others are preferred
IAGO DE SENOVILLE – Finished barefoot and 5th in class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 6 February. Not fully barefoot this time but can earn some money
HERACLES DU LAYON – Only modest of late and finished 8th in class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 24 November. On a long losing streak and is likely to need this run returning from a break
JAEGER MAN – A winner of three of his last four starts, including last time out in a Class D mounted race at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 February. Big chance
JAD DE CALIX – Disqualified in class E at Saint-Brieuc over 3150m on 1 February. Not easy to trust and others make more appeal
JADE DU PARC – Did not show her best when 7th in class D mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 5 February. Capable of playing a minor role
INTELLO D’ERABLE – Unreliable and finished 10th in class F at Vire over 2800m on 8 February. Needs to find a few lengths to beat these rivals
JAZZMAN IDEF – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a class D mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 5 February. Can make the frame
JAMBIER D’OURVILLE – Did not show his best when 6th in class E mounted race at Vincennes over 2175m on 29 December. Victorious earlier in December and has claims of scoring
JINGLE DELO – Holding form and finished 3rd in a class D mounted race at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 February. Victorious back in November and can ht the target
INSTANT GRAVE – Only modest of late and finished 9th in class D harness race at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 9 February. Returns barefoot but others are preferred
GEGE DE FROMENTEL – Only modest of late and finished 10th in class B harness race at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 14 February. Can score back in a mounted race
Summary: JAEGER MAN (4) has won his last three starts under the saddle and is a confident pick to take this race as well. JINGLE DELO (10) has held his form well of late and could contest the finish yet again. JAMBIER D’OURVILLE (9) is clearly better than what he showed over a shorter distance at Vincennes and can bounce back to be a lively danger to these rivals. JAZZMAN IDEF (8) needs to do more to win but can make the frame.
SELECTIONS
JAEGER MAN (4) – JINGLE DELO (10) – JAMBIER D’OURVILLE (9) – JAZZMAN IDEF (8)
C4 – PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME DE ST BRIEUC – 2825m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 17,500
MARGARITA SANTMIXO – Disqualified in class G at Machecoul over 2700m on 1 February. Not easy to trust and others are much preferred
MUSTANG DE PEBRISY – Showed some improvement when 3rd in class G at Saint-Brieuc over 2575m on 1 February. Can earn some minor money
MISTER CAPELLO – In good form and finished 4th in class F at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 18 December. Should be right there at the finish
MAESTRO DELTO – Disqualified in class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 February. Beter judged on a good penultimate start victory. Can bounce back to score
MAX DE LA NOE – Off form and finished 13th in class E at Cabourg over 2050m on 22 August. Returns from a break and could need this run
MAJOR AR CARAC – Disqualified in class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 February. Unreliable but is capable of earning some money
MILANO NELLIERE – In good shape and finished 3rd in class F at Nantes over 2275m on 13 February when barefoot. Not this time and others are preferred
MATY ROYALE – Successful in Class G at Nantes over 3000m on 16 December. In decent form and is capable of doubling up
MISS D’ARSA – Has improved of late and was 3rd in class F at Angers over 2425m on 7 February. Big chance in this line-up
MAZEL LOVE – In good shape and finished 3rd in class E at Nantes over 3000m on 21 February. Victorious back in February and is not out of it
MILLESIME D’ARZAL – Not disgraced when 5th in class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 February. Victorious back in December and can be a threat to these rivals
MISTRAL DE JAUNOUX – Disqualified in class E at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 24 February. Not easy to trust but is capable of an upset
MISS EXCELLENCE – Has struggled of late and was 10th in class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 1 February. Victorious back in August but others make more appeal
MARQUISE DELACOUR – Not reliable and finished 5th in class E at Graignes over 2700m on 30 October. Returns from a break and could need this run
Summary: MISS D’ARSA (9) was a winner for this driver before and she is in good form. She gets the vote to win a very open-looking race. MISTER CAPELLO (3) remains in good form and should be involved with the finish once again. MAESTRO DELTO (4) put up a good winning performance in his penultimate start but faulted last time out. He is a threat if smart. MAZEL LOVE (10) is in good shape and clearly capable of shining brightly again.
SELECTIONS
MISS D’ARSA (9) – MISTER CAPELLO (3) – MAESTRO DELTO (4) – MAZEL LOVE (10)
C5 – PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME DE NANTES – 2825m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 19,500
LOBELIE DE GODREL – Unreliable and finished 8th in Class E at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2140m on 4 February. Yet to win a race but might play a minor role
LOLITA DE SUCE – Does well when barefoot and was runner-up in Class F at Nantes over 3000m on 17 December. Returns from a break but can get into the mix of things
LUBIE DE CELINIERE – Disqualified last time out at Vincennes over 2100m on 14 October. Has some ability but could be a lively danger if fit
LA LA LAND – Has struggled of late and finished 7th in Class F at Saint-Brieuc over 3150m on 1 February. Needs to find a few lengths to score
LUTECE PLANCHETTE – Probably needed the last run when 8th in Class E at Graignes over 2700m on 2 February. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
LAZURA PRIOR – Battling to find best form and was 9th in Class E at Nantes over 3000m on 21 February. Needs major improvement to win this race
LOZA – Victorious in Class F at Angers over 2425m on 21 January. Has improved of late and could get into the mix of things once again
LORETTE UP STAR – On a long losing run and was disqualified last time out at Graignes over 2725m on 9 February. Might earn some minor money at very best
LILOU DES LANDES – Unreliable and was disqualified last time out at Laval over 2850m on 18 February. Can make the frame on best form
LIVIE DU BOUILLON – A winner of three of her last four starts, including last time out in Class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 February. Can add another victory
LADY D’IDEF – In good form of late and was runner-up in Class E at Graignes over 2725m on 9 February. Can go one place better
Summary: LIVIE DU BOUILLON (10) has made good progress of late, with three solid wins. She remains barefoot and should make a bold bid at beating these rivals. LADY D’IDEF (11) is in good form and should challenge for top honours yet again. LUBIE DE CELINIERE (3) faulted last time out and is returning from a break but is also not out of it. LILOU DES LANDES (9) was also disqualified last time out but can be a threat on best form.
SELECTIONS
LIVIE DU BOUILLON (10) – LADY D’IDEF (11) – LUBIE DE CELINIERE (3) – LILOU DES LANDES (9)
C6 – PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME DE DINAN – 2825m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 19,500
LAUTREC CARISAIE – Did not show his best when 8th in class E at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 22 February. Capable of doing better and has a place chance
LOOK VIVANCIERE – Has some fair form of late and was fourth in class E at Nantes over 3000m on 21 February. Might play a minor role
LUCKY DES LANDES – Has only been modest of late and finished 6th in class E at Angers over 3125m on 28 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
LEO DES PIECES – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in a class F mounted race at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 12 February. Reverts to barefoot and can upset
LITCHI CASTELETS – Disqualified in a class E at Nantes over 3000m on 13 February. In good form before that and should contest the finish if smart
LUTIN DU LAYON – Did not show his best when 7th in class E at Pontchateau over 2800m on 15 February. Capable of making the frame
LE CONCORDE – In very good form and was runner-up in class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 February. Can go one better
LEWIS GO – Two wins in his last three starts, including last time out, in class F at Nantes over 3000m on 7 December. Remains barefoot and can double up
L’INCORRUPTIBLE – Disqualified in class E at Vincennes over 2850m on 9 December. Victorious in his penultimate start and has claims of scoring
LYNX DU RUISSEAU – Has improved of late and was fourth in class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2925m on 10 February. Can earn some minor money
Summary: LE CONCORDE (7) usually gives of his best and should fight out the finish yet again. A confident pick to score. LITCHI CASTELETS (5) faulted at Nantes earlier this month but is capable of being a lively danger if staying on the trot this time. LEWIS GO (8) has a couple of nice wins of late to his name and can be victorious again. L’INCORRUPTIBLE (9) is best judged on his good penultimate-start success and is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
LE CONCORDE (7) – LITCHI CASTELETS (5) – LEWIS GO (8) – L’INCORRUPTIBLE (9)
C7 – PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME DE NORT SUR ERDRE – 2825m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 23,000
JEUDI DES RACQUES – Off form and finished 10th in class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 11 February. Remains barefoot but others are much preferred
IN LOVE D’ECAJEUL – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest in a class E at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 12 January. Reverts to barefoot and is capable of an upset
JULLOU – Off form and finished 10th in class E at Vincennes over 2175m on 30 December. Needs to find a few lengths to win
JENUFA – Has some fair form and finished fifth in class E at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 12 January. Might play a minor role at very best
JUSQUINE FOUTEAU – Has struggled of late and finished 9th in class E at Saint-Brieuc over 3150m on 1 February. Reverts to barefoot but others make more appeal
JUTONNIERE – A runner-up in class F at Machecoul over 2700m on 1 February. Has disqualification issues but is also not out of it
JUST A MAN – Unreliable and finished fourth in class E at Graignes over 2725m on 2 February. Might earn some minor money
JOUR ET NUIT – Victorious in his last three starts, the latest in a class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 15 February. Can add another win to his tally
JOB DE CHOISEL – Unplaced in a class E at Pontchateau over 2800m on 15 February. Reverts to barefoot and can bounce back and challenge for top honours
JAMAICA DE LOU – Finished 6th in class E at Graignes over 2725m on 2 February. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
JAVA DE BOITRON – Only modest of late and finished 7th in class E at Pontchateau over 2800m on 15 February. Remains barefoot but more is needed to score
IBOY DES TITHAIS – Successful in a class D at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 February. In good form of late and can follow up
IVES DES GLENAN – Has only been modrate of late and was 7th in class D at Reims over 2550m on 10 November. Returns from a break and others are preferred
JUEN EMONDEVILLE – Faulted last time out in a class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 11 February. Tries barefoot and is capable of improvement. Might place
Summary: IBOY DES TITHAIS (12) has been shining brightly of late and was a good winner at Maure-de-Bretagne earlier this month. That win suggested he can score again. JOB DE CHOISEL (9) races without shoes this time around, so expect a much better performance. JOUR ET NUIT (8) has won his last three starts and there is no real reason to suggest another win is unlikely. JUTONNIERE (6) is not easy to trust, but she is also not out of it.
SELECTIONS
IBOY DES TITHAIS (12) – JOB DE CHOISEL (9) – JOUR ET NUIT (8) – JUTONNIERE (6)
C8 – PRIX DES SOCIETAIRES – 2825m (a2m) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 33,000
HELIA SUCCES – Not reliable but was victorious in Class F at Cholet over 2800m on 21 September. Returns from a break and could need this run
JADOU DU LUPIN – Ultra-consistent and was runner-up in Class F at Laval over 2850m on 4 February. Can go one better this time around
HIROSS – Clearly needed the last run when 11th in Class E at Saint-Brieuc over 3150m on 15 February. Likely to need this run as well
JUSTE SNOB – Only modest of late and finished 5th in a Class C mounted race at Vincennes over 2850m on 17 February. Probably better in that discipline these days but is not out of it
FAXIMA – Disqualified last time out at Saint-Brieuc over 3150m on 15 February. Battling to find best form and others are preferred
HIP HOP DE MADKER – Only modest of late and finished 7th in Class C at Marseille-Vivaux over 2650m on 11 December. More is needed to beat these rivals
JUSTICIA SMART – Did not show her best when 13th in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 18 January. Capable of bouncing back to beat these rivals if at her best
JANE CASH – Has not been at her best of late and finished 9th in Class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 3 February. Has ability and can be a real threat to these rivals
JAPPELOUP TURGOT – Unreliable and was disqualified last time out at Vincennes over 2850m on 27 December. Capable of earning some minor money
INSIGHT SPOKEN – Unreliable and finished 6th in Class B at Vincennes over 2850m on 10 December. Capable of scoring when in the right mood
GAUDEPSOU – Only modest of late and was 7th in Class B at Agen-Le-Passage over 2625m on 14 February. Capable of doing better and has a place chance
HISTOIRE PHILS – Returned to form with a victory in a Class C at Vincennes over 2850m on 17 December. Has a chance if fit from a break
Summary: JADOU DU LUPIN (2) is very consistent and is also barefoot and ready to strike again. He should take out this lucky last race. JANE CASH (8) has not been at her very best lately, but she is talented and quite capable of winning a race of this nature. JUSTE SNOB (4) might prefer mounted races these days but is clearly not out of it. HISTOIRE PHILS (12) is back to her best and is another to consider at this level.
SELECTIONS
JADOU DU LUPIN (2) – JANE CASH (8) – JUSTE SNOB (4) – HISTOIRE PHILS (12)
R3 CHANTILLY [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DU COEUR DES PRINCES – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 25,600

MISS TALVARD – Winner of a race over 1600m in Zurich, Switzerland, on 19 October. Ran 3rd in a Listed race in Germany in her penultimate race so needs to be considered
ZADE – Did well to run 3rd in a Conditions race over 1300m 1at Deauville on 6 January. He has been consistent and based on his debut win, will appreciate the longer trip
COLOMBY – Won a Conditional race for unraced horses over 1500m at Deauville on 22 January. Was a game winner and deserves respect
QUEMAZAL – Finished 2nd in a Handicap over 1900m at Deauville on 29 January. Could be looking for further but cannot be written off
NURLAT – A decent 3rd in a Conditions race over 1900m at this course on 31 January. He faced stronger in that race and looks a real threat
DO FOR LOVE – A facile winner of a Maiden over this course and distance on 5 February. She was in total control when winning that race and could easily do it again
STARLIT DESTINY – A promising 3rd in a Conditional race for unraced horses over 1500m at Deauville on 22 January. Ran behind COLOMBY (3) in that race and is 3kg better off so cannot be ignored
Summary: A small but competitive field, although based on the manner in which DO FOR LOVE (6) won last time after an almost 6-month break indicates there is more to come from her and she looks the one to beat. NURLAT (5) has been running against some strong opposition and looks the main danger. ZADE (2) is ultra-consistent and might prefer the longer distance. MISS TALVARD (1) ran 3rd in a Listed race in Germany and deserves respect.
SELECTIONS
DO FOR LOVE (6) – NURLAT (5) – ZADE (2) – MISS TALVARD (1)
C2 – PRIX LEON FLAVIEN – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,400
PACO – Despite finishing 9th, he was not beaten that far in a Handicap at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on 18 February. Did win a claimer at that course in January
BLUFF – Finished 8th in a Handicap over 2000m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on 18 February. Did win a Claimer in his penultimate start but does face slightly stronger opposition
RIVAL ORDER – A disappointing 8th in a Handicap over 1600m at this course on 21 January. Has been in reasonable form but the distance could be the main concern as he tries further
GAILLARD – A moderate 7th in a Handicap over this course and distance on 13 February. Has not been in the best of form but will be suited by the drop in class
LISEO – Well breaten when 4th in a Claimer over 1900m at Deauville on 7 February. He is consistent and should be in the mix once again
ACCLAM – Looked medioce when 9th in a conditions race over 1600m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on 11 February. Has had many opportunities but this is a weak field
HOLY WOODED – A decent 4th in a Claimer over 1600m at Chantilly on 19 December. She tries a little further this time and could be an interesting competitor
Summary: This is a mediocre field so while GAILLARD (4) has not been in the best of form he will appreciate racing against weaker opposition. He had a win over this course and distance in September so should be competitive. PACO (1) fits a similar profile and his last win was in this category. LISEO (5) is another with a good record in Claimers while HOLY WOODED (7) comes in with a light weight.
SELECTIONS
GAILLARD (4) – PACO (1) – LISEO (5) – HOLY WOODED (7)
C3 – PRIX DE MONTSOULT – 1400m (a7f) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 16,500
WIT – A competitive 2nd in a Maiden over 1600m at Vichy on 14 May. Comes back from a lengthy layoff but has run well on this track and should fight out the finish
VIBRATO – A one-length 2nd in a Conditions race over 1600m at this course on 12 February. Has finished runner-up in both of his starts this year and should feature prominently again
PENNSYLVANIA – Not beaten far when 2nd in a Maiden over 1200m at Fontainebleau on 21 September. Has finished runner-up in her last two starts and looks due a win racing fresh
ETERNITYS GREY – Finished 7th in a Maiden over 1400m at Deauville on 6 November. That was her first race on the surface so she could do better this time
KIMBIA – A decent 6th in a Conditions race over 1700m at Pornichet on 24 January. That was his first run since October and progress can be expected
T’ES CHIC – A moderate 9th in a Handicap over 1600m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on 18 February. Might appreciate the drop in distance
JIJI MY LOVE – Disappointed when 13th in a Handicap over 1300m at Chantilly on 20 February. Did run 3rd in a Handicap over 1600m at this course three runs back
ALPE MOTTA – Unraced 4yo filly by Sotsass out of Dr Fong mare Aoife Alainn trained by Maurizio Guarnieri. Mare has yet to breed a winner
Summary: PENNSYLVANIA (3) appears to have some ability and should run fresh on her reappearance once again and is the one to beat. The concern is that this will be her first race on the surface. WIT (1) is another who comes back from a long break but is out of a strong stable and has finished a close-up 2nd in both of her starts. VIBRATO (2) has begun the year in style and has fitness on his side as has KIMBIA (5) who should improve on his last run.
SELECTIONS
PENNSYLVANIA (3) – WIT (1) – VIBRATO (2) – KIMBIA (5)
C4 – PRIX DU FOUR A TUILE – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 24,700
FIRE UP THE JETS – A poor 13th in a Claimer over 1500m at Deauville on 12 December. Has had a number of chances and is unlikely to trouble the fancied runners
MAUI – A three-length third in a Maiden over 1600m at this course on 5 February, That was a decent debut on the fibre sand and he could progress further
BOX OFFICER – Finished 10th in a Maiden over 1900m at Deauville on 29 December. Will need to improve on that debut run to have a say
BLEU NUIT – Not beaten too far when 4th in a Maiden over 1900m at Chantilly on 21 January. Has run well in both of his starts so far and is one to consider for a place
RUSAIR FAL – Well-beaten 5th in a Conditions race over 1900m at Deauville on 30 January. He ran in a field of unraced horses and one can expect improvement.
KENDARO – A moderate 9th in a Maiden over 1600m at this course on 5 February. Held by both MAUI (2) and LION OF VENICE (10) on that last race
WAIT TO WIN – Finished 4th in a Maiden over 2150m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on 4 February. Has placed in all three of his races so far and deserves respect
DORMEZ VOUS – A 0.50-length 2nd in a Maiden over 1900m at Deauville on 7 February. An excellent return from a lengthy break and further improvement is expected
VATICAN – Had an excellent debut when going down less than a length in a Conditions race over 1600m at Chantilly on 12 February. Ran in a decent field and looks the main threat
LION OF VENICE – A mediocre 8th in a Maiden over 1600m at Chantilly on 5 February. Looks well held by MAUI (2) on that run
Summary: This race looks to be dominated by two runners and they could well fight it out. DORMEZ VOUS (8) made a promising debut in August and augmented that performance with a close-up comeback 2nd at Deauville. VATICAN (9), meanwhile, can build on his excellent second on debut and will should provide the biggest challenge. RUSAIR FAL (5) should progress from his first run while BLEU NUIT (4) comes off a favourable fourth over this course and distance.
SELECTIONS
DORMEZ VOUS (8) – VATICAN (9) – RUSAIR FAL (5) – BLEU NUIT (4)
C5 – PRIX DE LA GRANDE GLACIERE – 1900m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 24,700
FRATERNITE – Not much promise shown. Finished unplaced over 1800m at Compiegne in Conditional Maiden on 10 October. Returns from a rest and needs to improve
PERSIAN GRACE – Finished second on debut over 1600m at Deauville in Conditional Unraced on 19 August. Christophe Soumillon rides and she is one of the leading contenders
VERY PRETTY – Produced a good debut when second over 1900m at Deauville in Conditional Unraced on 30 January. With the natural improvement that is expected, she should be competitive
PRIVATE STORY – Finished unplaced on debut over 1900m at Deauville in Conditional Unraced on 2 December. Needs to show improvement to feature
ROSKIVA FAL – Finished fifth over 1900m at Deauville in Conditional Maiden on 7 February. She has experience on her side and can finish on the podium
KOYA – Finished fifth over 1900m at Deauville in Conditional Maiden on 29 December. Needs to produce previous form to have a say
GALA QUEEN – Supplemented for this race. Finished sixth on debut over 1900m on this track in Conditional Unraced on 19 February. This outing may come too soon
TURBULENTE – Unraced daughter of Australia out of the excellent Kendargent mare, Armoricaine. She is entered for the Prix de Diane and can make a winning debut
Summary: TURBULENTE (8) is making her debut. She is entered for the Prix de Diane and could start her career on a winning note. PERSIAN GRACE (2) made a promising debut and also holds classic entries. Christophe Soumillon rides which is a big plus. VERY PRETTY (3) finished second on debut over this distance at Deauville. With the natural improvement that is expected, she should be competitive. ROSKIVA FAL (5) has experience on her side and from a good draw of three, she can finish on the podium.
SELECTIONS
TURBULENTE (8) – PERSIAN GRACE (2) – VERY PRETTY (3) – ROSKIVA FAL (5)
C6 – PRIX DE LA CHAPELLE SAINT-LAURENT – 1300m (a6f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 22,100
LE LANDIN – Finished third over 1500m at Deauville in Claimer on 23 January. He is drawn in pole position and should go close
HOLLIE WOOD – Finished ninth over 1300m on this course in Conditional Maiden on 20 February. Chance if finding form of penultimate run
EL JEQUE – Finished eighth on debut over 1500m at Deauville in Conditional Unraced on 22 January. Would have gained from the experience and needs to improve
RUN VICTORIA – Finished fourth over 1600m on this course in Conditional Maiden on 5 February. She clearly has scope and may be the one to beat
BABY JOY – Unraced daughter of Cable Bay out of the Iffraaj mare, Aranka. Overlook unless the betting market suggests otherwise
UNE AVENTURE – Decent last three starts. Finished third over 1300m at Deauville in Claimer on 6 February. Anthony Crastus knows him well and the pair merit respect
BEWARE OF THE BEAR – Finished second over 1300m at Deauville in Claimer on 6 February. Needs to repeat that outing to have a say here
LOCHNESS – Finished fourth over 1600m at Cagnes-sur-Mer in Conditional Maiden on 9 February. He is a progressive type and should be right there
LADY SOFIA – Finished fifth over 1500m at Deauville in Claimer on 23 January. Will need some luck from the wide barrier position
IGETAKICKOUTOFYOU – Finished behind BEWARE OF THE BEAR (7) when fifth over 1300m at Deauville in Claimer on 6 February. May have to settle for the same result
MISS APRES – Finished fourth over 1200m at Toulouse in Conditional Maiden on 17 February. Can feature with luck in running
Summary: RUN VICTORIA (4) produced an encouraging comeback run when fourth over 1600m on this course. She will strip fitter and has a winning chance. LE LANDIN (1) finished third in his first effort in a Claimer. He is drawn in pole position and is a big threat. LOCHNESS (8) is clearly a progressive individual and from a good draw of four, he may have more to come. UNE AVENTURE (6) is a proven performer in this category and has decent recent form lines. He cannot be discounted.
SELECTIONS
RUN VICTORIA (4) – LE LANDIN (1) – LOCHNESS (8) – UNE AVENTURE (6)
C7 – PRIX DU CHEMIN DE HALLAGE – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,100
ORANGERIE – Finished fifth over 1600m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 5 February. She can go close on best form shown
AMBRA ANTICA – Finished behind MODERN SPIRIT (4) when fifth over 1600m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 5 February. She may have to settle for the same result
ASTON CLINTON – Has lost best form. Finished unplaced over 1400m at Deauville in Handicap on 13 December. Others are preferred
MODERN SPIRIT – Finished second in last two starts, the latest of which was over 1600m at Pau in Class 3 Handicap on 20 February. Merits obvious consideration
MISS DAVIER – Finished fourth over 1700m at Pornichet in Class 4 Handicap on 5 February. Is inconsistent and can feature on best form shown
SPEEDY GREEN – Victorious over 1600m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 5 February. Chance with luck from the widest barrier position
LELIO – Finished behind MODERN SPIRIT (4) when sixth over 1600m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 10 January. He may battle to turn the form around
ROLEXXA – Finished unplaced over 1900m at Deauville in Handicap on 30 December. Drawn wide and needs to find best form to feature
EMINENCE GRISE – Is battling to find best form. Finished seventh over 1900m at Deauville in Handicap on 28 November. Others have a stronger winning chance
SYRUS – Finished unplaced over 1300m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 22 January. Is looking for first career victory
LA FLANDRINE – Finished behind SPEEDY GREEN (6) when seventh over 1600m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 5 February. She may battle to turn the form around
MAHJOUBA – Finished fourth over 1800m at Lyon La Soie in Class 4 Handicap on 14 February. Needs to confirm recent improvement to have a say
POKROV – Finished third over 1600m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 5 February. Cristian Demuro rides and he is a big runner
LAVIS – Finished eighth over 1700m at Pornichet in Conditional Maiden on 3 January. Drawn well but others are preferred
KISS ME LADY – Poor form. Finished unplaced over 1800m at Clairefontaine in Handicap on 18 August. Look elsewhere
Summary: ORANGERIE (1) showed good signs of a form return when fifth over this course and distance last time. If confirming his recent improvement, he may be the one to beat. POKROV (13) comes off a good third-place finish over this course and distance. Cristian Demuro rides and he should pose a threat. MODERN SPIRIT (4) has been knocking on the door in his last two starts and merits healthy respect. AMBRA ANTICA (2) is in fair form and can feature with luck from the wide barrier position.
SELECTIONS
ORANGERIE (1) – POKROV (13) – MODERN SPIRIT (4) – AMBRA ANTICA (2)
C8 – PRIX DU CHEMIN DU BAC – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 28,800
MAROONED – Won over 1600m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 5 February. Tony Piccone retains the ride and chance with luck from the wide draw
FLY HALF – Finished fifth over 1900m in Class 3 Conditional on 6 February. Back in a handicap and chance on best form shown
BIN ZARAK – Finished third over 1600m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 5 February. Can go close with luck in running
DUTY – Victorious over 1600m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 10 January. He is in a good space and should be competitive
SEND WOOD – Finished fourth over 1600m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 5 February. Nicely drawn but others have a stronger winning chance
SOMMERBLAU – Finished seventh over 1900m at Deauville in Class 3 Conditional on 6 February. Needs to produce best form to have a say
DALENDA – Supplemented for this race. Finished sixth over 1400m at Deauville in Handicap on 13 December. Others are preferred
ZAKOSHA – Finished sixth over 1300m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 22 January. Needs to produce previous form to feature
MARKUS – Finished unplaced over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 21 November. Look elsewhere
BABY HARTWOOD – Finished behind MAROONED (1) when second over 1600m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 5 February. There should not be much separating the pair at the finish
ALKIDAN – Finished fourth over 1900m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 7 February. Drawn in pole position and must be considered
ANOTHERMINE – Finished third over 1300m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 2 January. She should have a say in the outcome of this contest
ANGEL WARRIOR – Finished seventh over 1600m on this course in Class 3 Handicap on 10 January. Drawn wide and others are preferred
WITH ZEST – Finished sixth over 1900m in Class 3 Claimer on 7 February. Has a wide draw to contend with
REGALIENNE – Finished ninth over 1600m on this track in Conditional Maiden on 12 February. Has scope but needs to improve
Summary: DUTY (4) won a good race over this track and trip on 10 January. Despite receiving a five-pound penalty, he can follow up with another victory. BIN ZARAK (3) has produced two good runs this year. With a bit of luck in running, he should throw out a big challenge to the top choice. MAROONED (1) was a surprise winner of her last start. She can feature if all goes according to plan. ANOTHERMINE (12) is coming off a good third-place finish despite racing wide around the turn. She is a contender.
SELECTIONS
DUTY (4) – BIN ZARAK (3) – MAROONED (1) – ANOTHERMINE (12)
R4 PORNICHET [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DES VACANCES D’HIVER – 1700m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 12,500

L’ETOILE DE FRANCE – Several unplaced runs, well beaten over 2100m at this track in a Class 4 handicap on February 18th. More can be expected and can sneak into the frame
TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL – Placed 4th over the track and trip in a Class 4 handicap on February 5th last time out. Course form has been reasonable. Among the leading chances
MARA WOOD – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over this track and trip in a Class 4 race on January 19th. Track and trip winner in 2025 off a much higher handicap mark. Player
WELPOME – Five unplaced runs, the latter when finishing in the rear over 2100m at this venue in a conditions race on February 5th. Pass over
DIAMONDS – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over the track and trip in a Class 4 race on January 19th. Lacks consistency but is talented
ZAAHIR – Finished 5th last time over the track and trip in a Class 4 handicap on February 5th. Ought to be involved at the finish
MAGIC VATI – Three unplaced runs since a win over the track and trip in a Class 4 race on January 19th. Capable but has been unreliable recently
QUEEN LADY GOLD – Unplaced last time, 2nd previously over the track and trip in a Class 4 handicap on January 7th. Hard to ignore
MARQUISE VERA – Placed 4th over 1400m on September 14th at Niort when last appearing. Back from a layoff and others preferred
PERFECTO – Finished 3rd over the track and trip in a Class 4 handicap on February 5th. Previous track and trip winner. Warrants respect
LAGOA SANTA – Two unplaced runs this year, 8th over 1400m at Deauville on February 7th in a Class 4 handicap. Hard to recommend
PEYTON PLACE – Four tame efforts this year, 9th at Chantilly on February 20th in a Class 3 handicap. Track and trip winner in November. Needs to get back on track
AL RASSOUL – Four unplaced runs of late, the latter over the track and trip on February 5th in a Class 4 handicap. Others seem more likely to score
STRANGER – Three unplaced runs this year, the most recent over 1300m at Chantilly on February 19th in a Class 4 handicap. Unlikely to be a threat
FIRST DREM – Three unplaced runs this year, 6th over 2100m at this track on February 18th in a Class 4 handicap. Needs a few to misfire
Summary: MARA WOOD (3) won over the track and trip in 2025 off a much higher handicap mark, and was a decent second two runs back over the track and trip in mid-January. She can make use of her decent handicap mark and score from TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL (2), who was fourth over track and trip earlier this month in a Class 4 event. PERFECTO (10) is a previous track and trip winner and can have a say, as can ZAAHIR (6), who makes up the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
MARA WOOD (3) – TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL (2) – PERFECTO (10) – ZAAHIR (6)
C2 – PRIX DU CHATEAU LE CARDINAL – 1700m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400
JORDAN BAKER – Two unplaced runs this year, 6th over 1600m at Pau in a Class 3 handicap on January 28th. Might need a few to falter
KIM KARALA – Solid efforts of late, two wins and three seconds, the latest 2nd at Deauville over 1900m in a Class 3 handicap on January 23rd. Key chance of scoring
SANS REGRETS HEM – Three recent unplaced runs, 8th over 1650m at Amiens on September 28th in a handicap. Hard to fancy
EL MEASTRO – Placed 3rd over 1300m at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap on January 30th when last seen. Holds leading claims
ICALERO – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over this track and trip in a Class 4 handicap on February 5th. In the mix
SOGNIAMO INSIEME – Unplaced in the two runs since a 3rd on debut over 1650m at Machecoul on November 2nd in a conditions race. Handicap debut
DARIYANGEL – Recent success over 2100m at this track in a Class 4 handicap on February 18th. Among the leading contenders
NIGHT ACTION – Won over the track and trip in a Class 4 handicap on February 5th by a narrow margin. Outside place chance
CALIFANO – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over the track and trip in a Class 4 race on January 19th. One to pay attention to
GOLDEN RIVER – Two unplaced runs of late, the latter over 2100m at this track on February 18th in a Class 4 handicap. Makes little appeal
DAHARIZ – Several unplaced runs, 8th at this track and trip in a Class 4 race on January 27th. Looks of limited talent
MONDIAL SPORT – Three tame efforts this year, the latter over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap on January 29th. Hardly inspiring
HARMATTAN – Placed 2nd over this track and trip in a Class 4 handicap on February 5th. Course and distance winner in December. Ought to be thereabouts
LA VALE – Two unplaced runs since a win over 1600m at Carcassonne in a conditions race on May 11th last year. Opposable
PICANES – Unplaced last time, 2nd previously over 1300m at Deauville in a Class 4 handicap on December 18th. Capable of making an impact from a basement rating
Summary: KIM KARALA (2) arrives after five solid performances with two wins and three second place runs. The latest when second at Deauville in a Class 3 handicap in January. She can edge this over EL MEASTRO (4), who is well drawn in stall 2 and was a pleasing third on the last start at Deauville late in January. CALIFANO (9) has stall 14 to overcome but is capable of being competitive. PICANES (15) can have a say from the foot of the handicap.
SELECTIONS
KIM KARALA (2) – EL MEASTRO (4) – CALIFANO (9) – PICANES (15)
C3 – PRIX DU CHATEAU DE LA GROULAIS – 1700m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
CICCIO BOY – Placed 4th on the last start over this track and trip in a Class 4 race on February 18th. Enters calculations
WILD WEST – Four unplaced runs of late, 7th at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 1300m in a claimer on January 19th. Might need a few to misfire
REDSIA FAL – Two 3rd place runs this year, the latter over this track and trip in a Class 4 handicap on February 5th. Hard to rule out of the top four
CALYPSO – Placed 4th over 1800m at Lyon La Soie in a Class 4 handicap on February 14th. Likely to find this difficult
GOLFEUR – Placed on both runs this year, 3rd on the most recent over this track and trip in a Class 4 handicap on February 5th. Ought to be in the shake-up
YELLOW HAWK – Recent success over the track and trip in a Class 4 handicap on February 5th. Warrants respect and can have a say
ISCREAMFORICECREAM – Three solid efforts this year, 4th on the latter over this track and trip in a Class 4 handicap on February 5th. One to pay close attention to despite a wide draw
DRUIDE – Finished 5th over this track and trip in a Class 4 handicap on February 5th last time out. Among the leading each way options
SLEIPNIR NORMANDY – Recent success by two lengths over the track and trip in a Class 4 handicap on February 5th. Capable of following up from a good draw
KIEVSKY – Fair 4th over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 3 handicap on February 20th. Others seem to be more appealing
HOLA VALQUIRIA – Two unplaced runs since a 3rd over 1500m at Marseille-Vivaux on December 6th in a handicap. Others rate higher
JUST IN TIME GAME – Two unplaced efforts this year, the latest over 1300m at Deauville on January 30th in a Class 3 handicap. Look elsewhere
TOOGOODTOBEROOD – Four unplaced runs this year, 7th at Lyon La Soie in a Class 4 handicap on February 14th. Hard to recommend
FLEUR DE SEL – Three unplaced runs of late, the latter over 1700m in a Class 4 handicap at this venue on February 2nd. Unlikely to feature
COUR DU ROI – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 1300m at Deauville on January 9th in a Class 3 handicap. Needs to be more reliable
BAILEYS TOPAZE – Four unplaced runs this year, the most recent over 1700m in a Class 4 claimer at this track on February 18th. Faces a stiff task
Summary: SLEIPNIR NORMANDY (9) scored by two lengths in a Class 4 handicap over this course and distance earlier this month and holds strong claims of following up. His main danger could be ISCREAMFORICECREAM (7), who has posted three solid efforts this year, the latest when finishing fourth over the same course and distance in that race. GOLFEUR (5) was third in the same event and looks a solid each-way option, while DRUIDE (8) is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
SLEIPNIR NORMANDY (9) – ISCREAMFORICECREAM (7) – GOLFEUR (5) – DRUIDE (8)
C4 – PRIX DU CHATEAU DE LA BRETESCHE – 1700m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 19,200
GLENMORE – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that on debut at this track over 2100m on January 3rd. Ought to be in the shake-up
SARAGHAR – Finished a credible 5th over 1900m in a maiden at Deauville on February 7th last time out. Can have a say in the finish
YOHIO – Placed on the last two runs, 2nd on the latter over track and trip in a handicap on November 22nd. Enters calculations
ARVEN GLAZ – Finished 7th on the sole start over 1900m at Deauville on January 30th in a conditions race. Pass over
NOIRA – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 1700m at this track in a handicap on December 26th. In the mix
FASOLDOFA – Two unplaced runs of late, the latter over 1600m at Lignieres on November 29th. Look for an alternative
NAPKA FAL – Finished 7th on her second start over 1500m at Deauville on December 2nd in a maiden race. One to pay attention to
SILVAROLE FAL – Nice effort to be 3rd over the track and trip in a maiden race on February 2nd when not beaten far. Can improve from debut and has a solid chance
LOTUS – Finished 4th over 1400m at Lingfield (UK) on the artificial track on January 14th last time out. Has work to do
LIGHT CITY – Three unplaced runs, the latter over 1600m at Chantilly in a maiden on January 10th.Hard to recommend
SELF CONTROL – Two 2nd placed efforts this year, the latter over the track and trip in a maiden on February 5th. Leading chance of scoring
ROCKABELLA – Unraced filly by A’Ali, the dam never raced. Stable runners warrant respect form an astute trainer. Watch the betting patterns
NEVER LATE – Unraced filly by Persian King, the dam won 3 races including a Group 3and was placed in a Listed and Group 3 race. Choice pedigree and she is one to watch in the betting for clues
FILLETTE DU HOULEY – Unraced filly by Etcot, the dam won 2 races. From a good trainer who can ready a newcomer to strike on debut. The betting can guide
NOVA DU CHENET – – Unraced filly by Wooded, the dam ran once. Likely to improve from this debut run unless the betting vibes are strong
Summary: SELF CONTROL (11) has finished second on her last two starts and can get off the mark here. Her most recent effort came over this course and distance on February 5th. Her main threat could be SARAGHAR (2), who was fifth at Deauville in early February on his second start. SILVAROLE FAL (8) was not beaten far when third over the course and distance in early February and can make the frame. NAPKA FAL (7) completes the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
SELF CONTROL (11) – SARAGHAR (2) – SILVAROLE FAL (8) – NAPKA FAL (7)
C5 – PRIX DU CHATEAU DE BREHET – 2100m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 11,900
NORTH COAST – Improved into 4th in a Conditional over 2100m at Pornichet on the 5th of February 2026. Include in all plays
RAINBOW DANCE – Hard effort into 5th in a Class 3 Conditional over 3500m over the hurdles at Nantes on the 24th of November 2025. May need the freshener
LOUP DU LARGE – Ran over the hurdles over 3500m in a Class 2 Conditional on the 10th of December 2025 at Pau. Lurker chance for the backend of quartets
MAVERICK PREMIER – Tough 11th in a maiden over 2100m at Senonnes on the 2nd of August 2025. Returns after 7 months and be passed by here
DHIGALI – Ran 5th in a Conditional over 2100m at Pornichet on the 5th of February 2026. Searching to finish closer than his last run
RHIPPER – Decent 2nd in a Conditional over 2100m at Pornichet on the 5th of February 2026. Can pop up on best foot forward
QUIET SEA – Ignore his last run when finishing 11th in a Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on the 19th of September 2025. Returns after a lengthy break and can be lethal
SUPERCLASS – Warm 3rd in a Conditional over 2100m at Pornichet on the 5th of February 2026. Has the ability to disrupt the play
KEL REGAL D’APACHE – Delivered a 7th in a maiden over 1800m at Gabarret on the 8th of May 2025. Top choices look more attractive
MA BARBIE’K – Finished 7th in a Conditional over 2100m at Pornichet on the 5th of February 2026. Hard to recommend with confidence
FLOWERY COAST – Discouraging 12th in a Handicap over 1900m at Deauville on the 28th of November 2025. One to overlook
KATIE LIGHT – Pleasant 5th in a Conditional over 2350m at Machecoul on the 10th of February 2026. Good place chance
BEAUTIFUL TIME – Difficult 9th in a Conditional over 2100m at Pornichet on the 19th of January 2026. Others make more appeal
POMME SURETTE – Forgivable 8th in a Conditional over in a Conditional over 2400m at Pornichet on the 27th of January 2026. Second over course & distance in December and has an each way chance
MELODY OF ETERNITY – Out of the 1 time winning mare Curlew who also raced once in a Listed. This filly may need the educational run
NIGHT NURSE – This filly is out of the 1 time winning mare Moonlight Swing who raced a few but did not feature much. This filly will learn a lot from her first outing
Summary: QUIET SEA (7) is best to put a line through his last two efforts when running in competitive Handicaps. This is a field that could be more suitable to him making a bold stance and end up triumphant after a small rest. POMME SURETTE (14) is always there and thereabout and will be flying at them once again. KATIE LIGHT (12) makes her presence known in the thick of things and could very well shine bright if she remains wise. NORTH COAST (1) polished up well into fourth in his second outing over the track and trip and can very well awaken the field if caught asleep.
SELECTIONS
QUIET SEA (7) – POMME SURETTE (14) – KATIE LIGHT (12) – NORTH COAST (1)
C6 – PRIX DU CHATEAU DE CAREIL – 2100m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
OPENSOLA FAL – Trying 7th in a Handicap over 1700m at Pornichet on the 27th of January 2026. Can polish up on last run here
GLAM LIGHT – Improved 3rd in a Maiden over 2100m at Pornichet on the 24th of January 2026. Can inch closer in this field
VILLA ADRIENNE – Forgivable 7th in a Claimer over 1900m at Chantilly on the 12th of February 2026. Can bounce back to winning ways
KITSUNE – Warm 6th in a maiden over 2100m at Pornichet on the 24th of January 2026. Has the opportunity to run into the places
ESPRONCEDA – Pleasant 4th in a Claimer over 1900m at Chantilly on the 12th of February 2026. Can disrupt the top 4 play
NOLITA STAR – Tough 11th in a maiden over 1600m at Chantilly on the 10th of January 2026. Best to look elsewhere
LUCK HILA – Discouraging 11th in a Handicap over 2100m at Pornichet on the 5th of February 2026. Others weigh more attraction
BABADOO – Ran 8th in a Handicap over 2100m at Pornichet on the 5th of February 2026. Others preferred on overall form
ASTREDARGENT – Finished 5th in a Claimer over 1900m at Deauville on the 9th of January 2026. Hard to recommend with confidence
ROI DU CIEL – Improved into 6th in a Claimer over 1900m at Chantilly on the 12th of February 2026. Can make further improvement
Summary: VILLA ADRIENNE (3) won her maiden over the course and distance three starts ago and if she repeats that effort here, she can very well be in the pound seat. GLAM LIGHT (2) showed major improvement when finishing third last time out and can continue her improving trend in this field. OPENSOLA FAL (1) is lightly raced and looks to be packed with substance. She can threaten on her best attempt. KITSUNE (4) completes the mix.
SELECTIONS
VILLA ADRIENNE (3) – GLAM LIGHT (2) – OPENSOLA FAL (1) – KITSUNE (4)
C7 – PRIX DU CHATEAU DE TESSON – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 12,500
SPIRIT OF DANCE – inconsistent 12th in a Class 3 Handicap over 3100m at Pornichet on the 18th of February 2026. Erratic but capable
ZARTOP – Finished 6th in a Class 4 Claimer over 2500m at Deauville on the 7th of February 2026. Others preferred on overall form
KAPTAIN NORDIK – Can ignore his last run when finishing 10th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2100m at Pornichet on the 18th of February 2026. Overall form makes him lethal
ALGOT – Difficult 12th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2100m at Pornichet on the 18th of February 2026. Others seem more intriguing
ROCK OF SPIRIT – Ran 5th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2400m at Pornichet on the 27th of January 2026. Top choices look more attractive
SANDY EAGLE – Ran 11th in a Class 4 Claimer over 2100m at Pornichet on the 19th of January 2026. Good place chance
CAZADERO – Can be forgiven for running 7th in a Conditional over 2100m at Pornichet on the 19th of January 2026. Can redeem himself
VESCO – Finished 12th in a Class 4 Handicap over 1700m at Pornichet on the 5th of February 2026. Include in larger exotics
PAGAN SUN – Trying 8th in a Conditional over 3100m at Pornichet on the 18th of February 2026. Can disrupt the top 4 finishing
CAPTAIN EAGLE – Warm 6th in a Class 3 Handicap over 3100m at Pornichet on the 18th of February 2026. Lurker chance to spook this field
EASY ON ME – Hard trying 4th in a Class 4 Handicap over 3100m at Pornichet on the 18th of February 2026. Include in larger backend of quartets
USNAVYGIRL – Difficult 4th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2400m at Pornichet on the 27th of January 2026. One to pass by
Summary: CAZADERO (7) is hungry to shed his maiden and is a hard trier through every chance. He has every opportunity to break the maiden shackles off his hooves here. KAPTAIN NORDIK (3) is no slouch to racing and knows how to win a race. If he brings his penultimate start when running second, he may very well salute into victory. SANDY EAGLE (6) must not be discounted from any betting calculations. VESCO (8) completes the quartet mix.
SELECTIONS
CAZADERO (7) – KAPTAIN NORDIK (3) – SANDY EAGLE (6) – VESCO (8)
C8 – PRIX DU CHATEAU DE RANROUET – 3100m (a2m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 13,700
HAYA LAND – Credible 4th in a Class 3 Conditional over 2950m at Machecoul on the 10th of February 2026. Include in all plays
DZIELNY WOJTEK – Forgivable 10th in a Handicap over 2500m at Deauville on the 13th of December 2025. Returns off a small rest and can run well fresh
VIVRE LIBRE – Pleasant 5th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2400m at Pornichet on the 5th of February 2026. Can disrupt the top 4 play
UN JOUR POUR MOI – Supplemented Un Jour Pour Moi was a winner in a Conditional over 2700m at Chantilly on the 13th of February 2026. Can follow up
TORREADOR – Supplemented Torreador finished 14th in a Conditional over 2100m at Pornichet on the 19th of January 2026. Best to look elsewhere
ANIMA SANA – A firm winner in a Conditional over 2400m at Pornichet on the 3rd of January 2026. Massive each way shout
MARYLIN CITY – Finished 9th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2400m at Pornichet on the 5th of February 2026. Others preferred
Summary: DZIELNY WOJTEK (2) can be forgiven for his last effort and is yet to make a winning appearance on French soil. He meets a division where he can finally claim his first win here. Supplemented UN JOUR POUR MOI (4) was a firm winner last time out and looks well entered to follow up. ANIMA SANA (6) executed a successful victory and must have every chance to spark this field on her current form. HAYA LAND (1) contains a place chance at best.
SELECTIONS – DZIELNY WOJTEK (2) – UN JOUR POUR MOI (4) – ANIMA SANA (6) – HAYA LAND (1)

French Selections Saturday 28th

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