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R1 AMIENS [R-H]

C1 – GRAND NATIONAL DU TROT – 2900m (a2m) – Gr3 – Harness – EUR € 90,000

  1. LOVER MAN – Starts for the first time since winning a Vincennes Class B mid-December and with shoes fitted will have nothing to offer
  2. JENTIL DIESCHOOT – Serious type when barefoot and focused. Has been enjoying fine form in Paris and on the Riviera and from the front row can give this a good go
  3. JOOST D’OLERON – Won a Vincennes Class D before running valiant 4th in a Toulouse Class D 2 weeks ago. Takes on a considerably better lot this time though and chances limited
  4. HAUTAIN – Surprising 5th in a Vincennes Class D a fortnight back, however a repeat seems improbable
  5. IENA D’ORGERES – No slouch on a good day, and has form here, but is in significantly better company this time and chances limited
  6. HALL BLACK MESS – Tough individual that was a very unlucky 7th to JILORD VIVA (16) in a 2850m Class B here on 17 February. Sports pads this time and best to hold off
  7. IBIS QUICK – Returns to the mainstream after having reassured in the claiming category, but at this level will have nothing to offer
  8. JUST DE L’OISON – Given time to recalibrate after failing to deliver in Paris 2 months ago. Is shod to preference for Amiens bow and from the front line will be expected to put in a good showing. Place chance
  9. IRIS FROM – Has hardly put a foot wrong over recent months, latterly just missing out in a Bordeaux Class B on Boxing Day. Is more competitively-shod for comeback and is not to be underestimated
  10. IPALIO – Returns to France, and to racing barefoot, after an unexceptional conditioner in Victoria Park mid-February. Goes right-handed for the first time and is unlikely to spice things up
  11. JOCONDE SIBEY – Mare that is considerably better than recent results would suggest. Has impressed in 3 of 5 clockwise runs and, considering the entry, is hard to ignore
  12. HOLD UP DREAM – Failed to deliver in a 2100m Vincennes Class B on 11 January. Ran 2nd here last summer, on his sole start at the venue, and considering the engagement, is worth keeping an eye on
  13. IRON MESLOIS – Returned to winning ways in a 2700m Vincennes claimer 2.5 weeks ago but is biting off more than he can chew this time
  14. KAPTAIN DU LIAMONE – Consistently performant element that has been knocking at the door over recent months. Is new to the venue but is highly-adaptable and in current form is in with a realistic shout
  15. HADES DE L’ITON – Got straight down to business on comeback in late-January, easily securing a Cagnes Gr.3. Has not been seen at Amiens since imposing here in 2021 but will have come on for his re-entry run and looks a serious proposition once more
  16. JILORD VIVA – Won a 2850m Vincennes Class B, from the 2nd line, a fortnight ago. Boasts an excellent record with Eric Raffin and a repeat is eminently possible
    Summary: 4th in the coveted and competitive Gr.3 Prix de la Côte d’Azur before running 3rd in the Gr.3 Prix Jean René Gougeon in late-January, KAPTAIN DU LIAMONE (14) has decent right-handed references and is easy to fancy for the win. He will nevertheless face a stiff challenge from JILORD VIVA (16) who ran 5th that day before superbly securing a Vincennes Class B a fortnight ago, and the wonderfully consistent HADES DE L’ITON (15) who made short work of a Cagnes Gr.3 last time out. JUST DE L’OISON (8) appears the best bet from the front line and looks a player on his Amiens bow. That said, JENTIL DIESCHOOT (2) has been firing on all cylinders and must be taken seriously.
    SELECTIONS
    KAPTAIN DU LIAMONE (14) – JILORD VIVA (16) – HADES DE L’ITON (15) – JUST DE L’OISON (8)
    C2 – PRIX FUGA FORMATION – 2900m (a2m) – Class F Amateur Drivers – Harness – EUR € 8,000
  17. KISMETE DES BRUMES – Won a 2400m Class F at 36-1 here in November before failing to repeat the following month. Has been off the track since and is unlikely to spring any surprises
  18. KOKA RIGHT – Modest trotter making first appearance since failing to make any impression in a Vincennes claimer on 29 December. Shoes on once more and can expect to have few friends
  19. KIMMAJO – Ran 2nd here on penultimate start last September. Has not been seen out since October, and sports front pads this time, but will be partnered by Sebastien Laboutique and, from the front row, looks a player
  20. JOLIE CLAIRE – Capable when focused but is a handful at the best of times, and is unlikely to make her presence felt on first start since October
  21. KIR ROYAL – Useful campaigner with Amiens form but has not been seen out since August and, with shoes on, has no possible chance
  22. JULIANA SPIRIT – Imposed at Graignes before finishing last but one at Vincennes 12 days ago. On front row again but still an outsider
  23. ICARE DU FAOUET – Moderate individual starting for the first time since being trounced in a Vincennes amateur Class G on 11 December. Is clearly in conditioning-mode and can be passed over
  24. KRONOS D’ERPION – Placed in 2 before coming respectable 7th in a Mauquenchy Class E 3 weeks ago. Is new to the amateur division but is plainly in good shape and will be expected to compete for a place in the frame
  25. INKERMAN DE PLAY – Fine servant with excellent references at this level, but has been out of competition since mid-December and is going to need the race
  26. INCOGNITO – Fine trotter with nothing to prove in the amateur division. Has previously won here and even though unseen since November, will have his supporters
  27. JACKPOT DE VIETTE – Starts for the first time since 10 November, and would be preferred barefoot, but has won his last 3 amateur races and must be taken seriously
  28. JITANA WILD – Has merit but has disappointed in last 3. Takes on a tough bunch here and the handicap will do her no favours
  29. JASMIN DANOVER – Has been knocking at the door since the turn of the year. Is arguably better in the professional ranks but is nevertheless easy to recommend
  30. KINGMAN DELO – Makes first appearance for new yard following a lengthy break. Will have been specifically prepared for this and can get straight back in the game
  31. HIJO MOKO – Returns to the amateur category after failing to make much impact in a Class F under these conditions on 21 February, and is unlikely to create an upset
  32. HUNMEC SOMOLLI – Decent trotter with a pair of runs under his belt after 11 months off. Faces a tough task with a 50m handicap but still looks a contender
    Summary: KINGMAN DELO (14) may not have been seen out since last August but he faces a relatively modest task, from the 2nd row, on his return to racing, and will be competitively-shod for the occasion. Pascal Garreau will still want to be wary of lone back-row starter, HUNMEC SOMOLLI (16), who sports modified shoeing for his first objective of the season, and KRONOS D’ERPION (8) who should not be hastily-judged for his Mauquenchy blip. In the frame in his last 4, JASMIN DANOVER (13) will be shod for his Amiens debut and is unlikely to disappoint.
    SELECTIONS
    KINGMAN DELO (14) – HUNMEC SOMOLLI (16) – KRONOS D’ERPION (8) – JASMIN DANOVER (13)
    C3 – PRIX DE L’AERODROME DE PICARDIE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – Class F Amateur Riders – Harness – EUR € 18,500
  33. KOMMUNES DE PLAY – Went off the boil late last season. Has just the one race in her since, will be barefoot this time, but others still easier to back
  34. KEVIVE DE MAIL – Still very much in contention when eliminated in a Vincennes Class E mid-January. Is proven at Amiens, sports 4 pads this time, and will not be far off the mark if she stays in stride
  35. KANELLE D’OUVILLE – Quality mare returning to racing barefoot after being conditioned at Mauquenchy last week. Is proven at the venue, is better than most and, with application, will be competitive when it matters
  36. KIRENE FLASH – Warmed-up here 11 days ago after her Maure re-entry earlier in the month. Is seldom far from the action when barefoot, has been handed the 4-slot, and looks the one to beat
  37. KALINE D’ERPION – Capable mare that placed on lone Amiens appearance. Sports front pads for re-entry and best to keeps one’s powder dry
  38. KLOE D’ARRY – Tough element that has imposed just the once but will have come on for her re-entry run and benefits from ideal conditions this time around. Chance
  39. KISS ME DUTOLLEM – Useful element making first start since early-November. Could have pulled a worse draw, has previously placed here, and will be barefoot for the occasion. Attention
  40. KAGOUYA OTSUSUKI – Pleasant 5th of 13 on re-entry 3 weeks ago in a Lyon-La Soie Class F. Has yet to win at Amiens and is not about to this time either
  41. KASANE DU BISET – Went completely off the boil last season and will be shod for comeback. Disregard
  42. KYRIELLE DES MONTS – Very disappointing over recent months and will be barefoot for Amiens bow, but still not a concern
  43. KUEEN DE TILLARD – Can trot but has not been seen out for 4 months and would be preferred barefoot
  44. KUEEN DE MONGUERET – Surprising, but also very unlucky, 3rd in a 3000m Nantes Class E on 21 February. Is new to Amiens but is plainly in rude health and, despite the draw, must be taken seriously
    Summary: KIRENE FLASH (4) went close more than once last season before being put away; she has a pair of runs under her belt by now and, excellent when barefoot, can secure her first victory since August 2024. She will be opposed though by KLOE D’ARRY (6) who is both ideally-positioned and ideally-engaged. KUEEN DE MONGUERET (12) left a very good impression on her recent Nantes comeback and will not be sent out at 98-1 this time. KANELLE D’OUVILLE (3) is very hard to knock when barefoot and focused and the draw will do her prospects no disservice.
    SELECTIONS
    KIRENE FLASH (4) – KLOE D’ARRY (6) – KUEEN DE MONGUERET (12) – KANELLE D’OUVILLE (3)
    C4 – PRIX DU NEMROD – 2400m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 17,500
  45. NILIPPE MAUZUN – Unexceptional in qualification here last August but has had 7 months to be honed. Hails from a good family and has a decent chance of getting straight into action. Place chance
  46. NOT SO BAD – Made little impact here in October when qualifying in 1’20’1. Has had ample time to come on though and cannot be discounted
  47. NINO PRESTO – Eliminated on debut early last month in a Cherbourg Class F. Subsequently showed his form though and on good behaviour can finish in the mix
  48. NEMO D’ARNHEM – Eliminated in first 4 starts before finishing distant 4th in a Mauquenchy Class E 3 weeks ago, and can be confidently ruled out
  49. NAVAKI PLANCHETTE – Promising individual debuting for new trainer after 7 months off the track. Showed good speed first time out, is well-positioned here, and will be well-backed to win this
  50. NEW YORK AVEC TOI – Has yet to show any particular flair for the discipline and is unlikely to shake things up on first appearance since early-October
  51. NEVER ON TIME – Pleasantly surprised when 4th in a Pontchateau Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Leading pilot in the bike this time and will be expected to contest the finish
  52. NUSTANG JOLY – Has not been seen out since finishing last but one in a Class E at Le Croise-Laroche on 27 October and is not easy to recommend
    Summary: Unraced since debuting well at Neuille-Pont-Pierre last summer, NAVAKI PLANCHETTE (5) has since changed yards. He will have come on over the winter and returns to the track with a decent chance of losing his maiden tag. Tim Schwarma will still want to be mindful of NEVER ON TIME (7) who will be reined by Alexandre Abrivard for the occasion, and Christopher Nicole’s nicely-related debutant, NILIPPE MAUZUN (1), who is most certainly one to watch.
    SELECTIONS
    NAVAKI PLANCHETTE (5) – NEVER ON TIME (7) – NILIPPE MAUZUN (1) – NINO PRESTO (3)
    C5 – PRIX DU CLOS GERBEROY – 2400m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 26,000
  53. LORENZO GEDE – In the frame in 2 of last 3, most recently 2nd in a Mauquenchy Class E on 26 January. Has placed just once in 4 racing clockwise, but in current condition is hard to ignore
  54. L’ARC – Modest sort that has done nothing noteworthy for the past year and can be confidently ruled out
  55. LERWICK PERRINE – Switches code for first time after running 4th in a 2175m Vincennes monte Class D on 8 February. Shoes fitted and no threat
  56. LOULIANA DE VANDEL – Gave a reassuringly good account when 2nd in a Nantes Class D on 25 January. Should have no issue with the new conditions and will be expected to apply the pressure on LINO GUILLERVILLE (7)
  57. LOUBIANA DU BOURG – Ran 2nd at Angers before coming 3rd in an Agen Class E on 9 February. Is shod as she was that day and even against the boys has a decent chance of finishing close
  58. LINOTTE DU MOUCHEL – Not the most courageous of trotters but always gives her best. Pleased on sole start at the venue, is in less-exalted company here, and can trot her way into first 5
  59. LINO GUILLERVILLE – In top shape and at home racing right-handed. Faces a less difficult task than he did at Vincennes 2.5 weeks ago and is easy to fancy for the win
  60. LILY ROSE MYSTIC – Undeniably capable but completely lost her way over the winter. Is barefoot following a spell and, although not a priority, will have her supporters
  61. LULU DES CARREAUX – Springs the occasional surprise and has placed here, but stays shod for first start of the new season and can be passed over
  62. LOOPING MIL – Won a Vincennes Class E at 23-1 in mid-January, but failed to repeat in better company 11 days later. Drops back to a more suitable category and even from the back line can figure prominently
  63. LIFOU IRIS’EYES – Handy sort with solid right-handed credentials but is fitted with shoes for comeback and best to wait
  64. LUSANIO DE WARNOC – Quality trotter staying shod for first start since early-November and is unlikely to be given a hard race
    Summary: One of the toughest horses here and in top form since the turn of the year, LINO GUILLERVILLE (7) makes his Amiens bow with every chance of making it a successful one. Better-placed on the front line though, and proven racing clockwise, LOULIANA DE VANDEL (4) will have his chances. Back to racing barefoot after reassuring at Mauquenchy, LORENZO GEDE (1) looks competitively well in, as does the well-positioned LOUBIANA DU BOURG (5) who has turned a corner recently.
    SELECTIONS
    LINO GUILLERVILLE (7) – LOULIANA DE VANDEL (4) – LORENZO GEDE (1) – LOUBIANA DU BOURG (5)
    C6 – PRIX KING BLACK – 2900m (a2m) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 26,000
  65. JUNIOR INTRIGANT – Returns to the discipline following a pair of unremarkable harness conditioners and in this company will have too much to do
  66. JERSEY ISLAND – Showed fine aptitude for the code early last year. Goes barefoot for first goal of the season bit still not a concern
  67. HISTOIRE D’ELLE – Moderate mare that ran flattering 4th of 6 finishers in a Class G at Le Mont-Saint-Michel 2.5 weeks ago and is unlikely to be troubling the judge
  68. JAGUAR DE VILLETOT – Has imposed just once in 37 starts but is consistent nevertheless. Goes well in both directions and is not incapable of making first 5
  69. INFINITIF D’ERABLE – Placed in 2 before finishing lacklustre 6th in an Angers Class F on 15 January. Should not be too hastily-judged though and, reunited with Adrien Lamy, can get back in the game
  70. FEROX BRICK – Has yet to be tested under the saddle in France but has decent references at home in Sweden, is clearly in fine shape, and can make this his own
  71. DEE GODFATHER – Comfortably won at Saint-Galmier before disappointing somewhat in Paris. Has never failed to deliver going right-handed and looks main danger to FEROX BRICK (6)
  72. ISOLINA – 3rd in a Cabourg Class E before taking on too much at Vincennes on Christmas Eve. Returns to a more suitable category and can challenge for a place on the podium
  73. IDEAL D’ARTONGES – Has done nothing noteworthy since placing here last July and even racing barefoot will have little to offer
  74. JIHERE DU PORET – Complicated element that is considerably more performant than his latest results would imply. Going well when eliminated at Angers in January and, if behaved, is unlikely to let the side down
    Summary: As solid as a rock since coming south, FEROX BRICK (6) races shod for his re-entry run and, reunited with Alexandre Abrivard who imposed with him at Lisieux last September, can get straight back down to business. Compatriot DEE GODFATHER (7) opened his French account at Saint-Galmier and returns to racing right-handed with a a reasonable chance of imposing. A reconfigured JIHERE DU PORET (10) has buckets of spirit but has bags of ability too, and his place is in the money if Alexis Collette manages to keep him focused. Third at Cabourg prior to failing to produce the goods at Vincennes, ISOLINA (8) has yet to disappoint for Victor Saussaye and has freshness on her side.
    SELECTIONS
    FEROX BRICK (6) – DEE GODFATHER (7) – JIHERE DU PORET (10) – ISOLINA (8)
    C7 – PRIX KEMI – 2400m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 30,000
  75. ISLA (GER) – Serious mare that consistently gives everything she has. Has been showing her form in Paris recently and returns to racing clockwise with a a very good hand to play
  76. DILVA JET – Put in a fine performance to run 5th in a Vincennes Class D a week ago. Has a lot going for her this time and has a realistic chance of opening her French account
  77. JUDY MATIDY – Has pleased twice since easily winning a Class E over course and distance on 26 November. Enjoys a good entry here and from the 3-slot is unlikely to be far off the mark
  78. IL PLEUT BERGERE – Gives a good account at Amiens for the most part but sports pads for comeback and is best left alone
  79. HAPPY ATOUT – Starts for the first time since early-December. Is plainly in conditioning-mode and will have nothing to contribute
  80. JUNKIE (SWE) – Made up for Vincennes blip when 4th of 15 in a Laval Class D 2 weeks ago and, with form maintained, can confirm
  81. SILVER BULLIT(SWE) – Reassured in Gelsenkirchen in January but was unable to confirm at Vincennes on 10 February. Has little going for him here and chances appear limited
  82. IDEAL MOSSA – Useful but disappointing in last 2 starts. Has won twice at the venue but would be preferred barefoot
  83. ROSSI GARLINE – Surprising 5th behind ISLA (GER) (1) in a 2100m Vincennes Class E on 10 February. Sports pads this time and the draw will do him no favours
  84. KAXIG IN – Should not be too hastily-judged for failing to deliver in Paris 2.5 weeks ago. Is plainly better than that and returning to racing shod may be just the ticket to his redemption
    Summary: Proven in Sweden, Italy, and most recently at Vincennes, DILVA JET (2) will be entrusted to Alexandre Abrivard for the first time and, in the absence of the boys this time, looks thoroughly capable of imposing. ISLA (GER) (1), however, has taken particularly well to French conditions and will be no easy touch. KAXIG IN (10) reverts to racing shod after disappointing in Paris last month and benefits from a Matthieu Abrivard drive for the occasion. JUNKIE (SWE) (6) showed some encouraging signs at Laval a fortnight ago and a similar performance could see her back in the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    DILVA JET (2) – ISLA (GER) (1) – KAXIG IN (10) – JUNKIE (SWE) (6)
    C8 – PRIX OURAGON – 2400m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 20,000
  85. MARIE CHARLOTTE – In the frame in every start to date, is as good going left-handed as right-, and it is only a matter of time before she gets her nose in front. Chance
  86. MAESTRO DE PAGERIE – Has returned to competitive ways since starting to race barefoot. Benefits from a front-row draw and is easy to like for a place in first 5
  87. MYSTIC MAN – Has looked decidedly ordinary since returning in the autumn and appears to have no realistic choice
  88. MARVELOUS PIYA – Tricky filly but has previously scored over course and distance. Has 2 runs in her since the break and will be no pushover if Alexandre Abrivard manages to keep her focused
  89. ME AND YOU – Showed promise early last season but then went off the boil. Starts for first time since November, with front pads fitted, but still not an obvious choice
  90. MOZART LA LONDE – Yet to get off the mark but is regularly in the thick of things. Was found wanting on re-entry but will have progressed for the run and should not be ruled out
  91. MA LADY DU GARDEN – Will be competitively-shod for the first time after a pair of return runs. Has placed in 1 of 2 for Matthieu Abrivard and cannot be discounted
  92. MAUNY DE PLAY – Quality element that has struggled somewhat this season. Encouraged at Nantes though and despite a less-than-ideal draw, still looks competitive for a place cheque
  93. MILO JO – Tough type that was not the most fortunate in last 2 starts. Has ample ability though and will have his chances if Franck Ouvrie keeps him trotting
  94. MASCOTTE DU STADE – Made a solid return to competition early last month when 2nd in a 2700m Graignes Class E. Will have come on for the race, will be barefoot for the first time, and even in this better company should still be good enough to pick up some prizemoney
  95. MADISHA JOSSELYN – Winner of her only start under these conditions but has not raced in public since last summer and can be ruled out
  96. MIKONOS DE MAHEY – Serious future prospect but has not been seen out since last July and will not be given a hard race
  97. MEDELLIN ELLIS – Useful for the most part but was trounced in Paris last time out. Has no right-handed references and others easier to back
    Summary: MILO JO (9) returns to racing right-handed, and sports a fresh configuration, following a pair of Vincennes eliminations. He has been handed a second-row draw but is plainly in form and, with application, can open his 2026 account. MARIE CHARLOTTE (1) has run 2nd in her last 4 starts though and will be a tough nut to crack if she takes to the Amiens profile. Entrusted to Alexandre Abrivard for the first time, and already a winner here, MARVELOUS PIYA (4) enjoys a good spot behind the car and will be dangerous if focused. Another with a similar profile, MAUNY DE PLAY (8) returns to racing shod and should have the wherewithal to finish close.
    SELECTIONS
    MILO JO (9) – MARIE CHARLOTTE (1) – MARVELOUS PIYA (4) – MAUNY DE PLAY (8)
    R2 LE MANS [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME DE TOURS-CHAMBRAY – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 20,100

  1. KOMET CHOP – Finished 5th in a Conditions race over 1900m at Chantilly on 31 January. Thay was a potent fields and he was not disgraced. Has run well on turf which is in his favour
  2. EL VEGAS – Ran 5th in a Claimer over 1600m at Chantilly on 31 January. Has tried his luck in a Gr3 on sand but finished last, and looks outclassed in this field
  3. MOONLABEL – A moderate 6th in a Conditions race over 1600m at Chantilly on 15 September. Faces a lot stronger this time and coming back from a break is likely to battle
  4. JOUR DE COEUR – Well beaten when 2nd in a Conditions race over 1600m at Nantes on 1 November. Has a win over 1950m at this course and now may be looking for further
  5. CHILL Y FLAMA – A good performance when 4th in a Listed race over 1600m at Toulouse on 11 November. She has performed well in all four of her races which have been over this distance and can make her seasonal appearance in style
  6. MEISHO SUGAR – A decent 3rd in a Conditions race over 1550m at Strasbourg on 11 November. She has also proven herself in Listed company at Craon and should make a positive return from her break
  7. INDIFFERENTE – A fluent winner of a Maiden over this course and distance on 29 October. She has progressed well throughout her two-year-old career and has proven form over this track and trip
    Summary: With a rating of 43, CHILL Y FLAMA (5) comes into this race as the best weighted runner in this strong field. She has put up four top-class performances, all over this distance. INDIFFERENTE (7) is another promising filly who looked impressive when winning a Maiden over this track and trip. She could follow up. KOMET CHOP (1) is an improver who has good form on turf and will have blinkers fitted. MEISHO SUGAR (6) could progress in her comeback run.
    SELECTIONS
    CHILL Y FLAMA (5) – INDIFFERENTE (7) – KOMET CHOP (1) – MEISHO SUGAR (6)
    C2 – PRIX DU CANTON DE MAMERS – 3200m (a2m) – TURF – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 20,100
  8. HOMO DEUS – A decent 6th in a Listed race over 2400m at Toulouse on 30 November. A four-time Listed winner this gelding has a lot going for him and will be suited to the conditions
  9. CHERGUI – Was competitive when 3rd in a Handicap over 2400m at Pau on 20 February. Is always competitive in long-distance races and should be in the shake up
  10. DICX – Ran well when 5th in a Conditions race over 2100m at Pornichet on 26 December. Hs only run twice, winning on debut ,and will be better over the longer trip.
  11. ANNABEL’S GHOST – Comes off a hard-fought victory in a Handicap over 3200m at Chantilly on 31 January. Finished strongly to win and the runner-up has franked the form with a win next time. A big runner
  12. SHEEMA’S ROSE – Never in the race when a last-placed 7th in a Conditions race over 2150m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on 1 February. Recent form is poor and is best overlooked
  13. MAY IT BE – A close-up 2nd in a Conditions race over 2700m at Chantilly on 13 February. Came back from a long layoff to notch up two successive seconds. Has won at this course so deserves respect
  14. LA BOBRIDE – A 3.50-length winner of a Conditions race over 2950m at Machecoul on 10 February. Takes on stronger so will need to improve
    Summary: HOMO DEUS (1) has a good record in features, winning Listed races and placing in Group events. He is the highest rated runner and the underfoot conditions could suit him although he does try this trip for the first time. ANNABEL’S GHOST (4) produced a punishing finish to win last time and is in top form. MAY IT BE (6) came back from a lengthy break to run two excellent seconds and deserves respect. CHERGUI (2) is in top form and is proven in soft ground.
    SELECTIONS
    HOMO DEUS (1) – ANNABEL’S GHOST (4) – MAY IT BE (6) – CHERGUI (2)
    C3 – PRIX DE LA MILESSE – 1950m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  15. JEU – Well beaten when 12th in s Maiden over 1600m at Chantilly on 8 November. Will need to improve on that debut effort if he is to feature
  16. CITY SLICKER – Was well beaten when 4th in a Conditions race over 1800m at Fontainebleau on 22 November. The first three look quite useful so more can be expected
  17. XTRAMOUR – Not beaten too far when 4th in a Maiden over 1600m at Chantilly on 19 December. Has run well in his two races so far and it will be all about his transition to turf
  18. SANJI FAL – Finished 8th in a Maiden over 2100m at Pornichet on 18 February. Has had two reasonable runs and could improve fitted with Australian blinkers.
  19. MISTER BLACK – Promising 4th in a Maiden over 1900m at Deauville on 7 February. He showed improvement in his second run and there could be more to come
  20. SOCIANDO – A moderate 7th in a Claimer over 1700m at Pornichet on 5 December. Might improve a little moving back to the turf
  21. GOOD BYE DAVIER – A moderate debut when 9th in a maiden over 2100m at Pornichet on 18 February. Will need to improve markedly
  22. ATIENZA – Finished 6th in a Conditions race over 1900m at Chantilly on 19 February. Raced green in the early stages in that debut run but did finish well. Looks progressive
  23. LE MARCEL – Never in it when 8th in a Maiden over 2350m at Machecoul on 22 February. Form has been poor and is best left alone
  24. VARESI – A decent 3rd in a Maiden over 2100m at Pornichet on 18 February. He has placed in all three of his races and will now be fitted with Australian blinkers. Racing on turf for the first time
  25. MAINE DE BIRAN – Unraced 3yo by Toronado out of Elusive City mare Combe Hay trained by Eric Libaud. Dam has yet to prouduce a winner
  26. ARRADON – Unraced 3yo gelding by Dabirism out of Galileo mare Edith Cowan trained by Eric Libaud. Fourth foal to race and other three have yet to win.
    Summary: MISTER BLACK (5) has only run twice and looked far better in his second outing. There should be more to come and could be even better trying the turf. While CITY SLICKER (2) was well beaten when 4th on debut, the first three look promising and there should be progress this time. VARESI (10) has been ultra-consistent and could show more on his turf debut. ATIENZA (8) looks to be progressive and is one to watch.
    SELECTIONS
    MISTER BLACK (5) – CITY SLICKER (2) – VARESI (10) – ATIENZA (8)
    C4 – PRIX DE MULSANNE – 1950m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  27. STEALITWITHAKISS – Finished 7th in a Maiden over 1600m at Chantilly on 25 September. She should be better than that last run and she could improve over the longer trip. More is expected
  28. VALLOIRE – A well-beaten 7th in a Maiden over 2000m at Durtal on 14 December. After two mediocre performances she will need to up her game
  29. BLACKCLOVER – Finished a 1.5-length 2nd in a Maiden over 1900m at Chantilly on 9 December. Failed to overcome her wide draw behind a decent runner last time and from No 5 barrier this time looks the one to beat
  30. ZEUDI – A promising 4th in a Maiden over 1900m at Deauville on 1 November. That was her 2nd run and the form of that race looks decent. She should have come on with that run and she has raced well on turf
  31. SITULA – Did well to finish 3rd in Maiden over 1900m at Chantilly on 21 January. That was her debut run and although beaten 5 lengths on the sand, there should be more to come from her
  32. GREEN VALSTAR – A tailed-off last in a Maiden over 1600m at Clairefontaine on 2 July. Jockey said she showed gross immaturity and could not keep up with the pace. Rested but will need to make massive improvement
  33. ALPENVEILCHEN – Did not run badly when 6th in a Maiden over 1600m at Chantilly on 19 December. That was her debut run and she should progress from that trying further on turf
  34. AUTOROUTE – Unraced 3yo filly by Gleneagles out of Rajsaman mare Gouville trained by Henri-Alex Pantall. She is a half-sister to Gr3-placed Dioptase
  35. BELBEST FAL – Unraced 3yo filly by Best Solution out of Big Bad Bob mare Belle De Belle trained by Stephanie Haesmans. One of two foals to race is a 3-time winner from 32 starts
  36. PANTHERINA – Unraced 3yo filly by Hello Youmzain out of Gentlewave mare Anthelia trained by Satoshi Kobayashi. Dam win a Listed race winner in Germany and two foals have placed in Group races
  37. TENDERISTHENIGHT – Unraced 3yo filly by The Grey Gatsby out of Sri Putra mare Ta Vie En Rose trained by Florian Guyader. Dam’s first foal to race
  38. TCHI TCHA – Unraced 3yo filly by Nirvana Du Berlais out of Kendor mare Nait Musik trained by Mathieu Brasme. Half-sister to Listed winner and Group-placed Bibbiena
  39. RUSH TO WAIT – Unraced 3yo filly by Waldgeist out of Dark Angel mare New Revenue trained by Ludovic Gadbin. No winners from dam’s two raced foals
  40. NESRYN – An unraced 3yo filly by Too Darn Hot out of Montjeu mare Montare trained by Victoria Head. Dam is a multiple Group winner and placed runner and is also the dam of Gr2 Doncaster winner Mimikyu. Could be useful
    Summary: BLACKCLOVER (3) looked a decent two-year-old and showed a good turn of speed. Better drawn this time she looks ready to notch up her first win. ZEUDI (4) has only raced twice, showing promise, and will appreciate a return to turf. SITULA (5) ran well on debut and is expected to progress from that. Unraced NESRYN (14) comes from a strong line and could be a threat in this line-up.
    SELECTIONS
    BLACKCLOVER (3) – ZEUDI (4) – SITULA (5) – NESRYN (14)
    C5 – PRIX GROUPAMA – 1950m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400
  41. HEY MAN – No type of run in 14th over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 23rd of January 2026. Don’t discount in this company
  42. WHIZALIO – Beaten out of sight in 9th over 2100m at Pornichet in a claimer on the 5th of December 2025. Will be a shock winner
  43. QUEEN’S ANGEL – Finished 8th over 1950m at Chantilly in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 13th of February 2026. Can pop up at this level
  44. DSCHINGIS ARROW – Lackluster effort in 10th over 2400m at Saint-Brieuc in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 1st of March 2026. One to pass by
  45. SECULIER – Finished 14th over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 7th of February 2026. Huge rating drop could see him show major improvement
  46. NEW TOWN – Not beaten far in 9th spot over 2100m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 24th of January 2026. Has previously run well at this course
  47. BELLA CIAO – Finished downfield in 10th over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 30th of December 2025. Better than latest and should go close
  48. TWIN DREAM – Fair effort in 5th position over 1800m at Le Croise-Laroche in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 15th of November 2025. Best run at this course
  49. SUNWHITE – Poor run in 10th over 2400m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 27th of January 2026. Can earn a cheque on best efforts
  50. RIVER DAVEN – Finished 6th over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 20th of February 2026. Include at a big price
  51. SCHERWOOD – Finished a clear 5th over 2300m at Dax in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 23rd of July 2025. Others make more appeal
  52. EVER READY – Held in 12th over 2150m at Lyon La Soie in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 15th of December 2025. Clearly better than latest and can outrun his odds
  53. NOUR AYA – Finished 10th over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 20th of February 2026. Long standing maiden who needs to do more
  54. LADIVA – Dismal run in 16th over 2100m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 18th of February 2026. Will battle to challenge
  55. VERY GOOD BOY – Finished 8th over hurdles at Nantes in a Class 3 over 3900m on the 24th of November 2025. Back on the flat and more is required
    Summary: QUEEN’S ANGEL (3) has been running against better quality horses at a stronger level and now bumps into the right type of field at Le Mans. These type of conditions suit and she should be ultra competitive. SECULIER (5) has failed to show anything in his first three runs for the year but his rating is now on a mark that should see him earning and there could be some improvement to come. NEW TOWN (6) doesn’t have the worst numerical figures around and has shown a liking to this track which could yield in a solid finish. TWIN DREAM (8) ran her best race in some time at this track three starts back and a repeat performance could see her earning.
    SELECTIONS
    QUEEN’S ANGEL (3) – SECULIER (5) – NEW TOWN (6) – TWIN DREAM (8)
    C6 – PRIX DE MAULEPAIRE – 1950m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
  56. SAINT AQUILIN – No show in 10th over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 3 course qualifier on the 12th of December 2025. Will battle here
  57. STEADY SUCCESS – Not seen to best effect in 14th over 2000m at Nancy in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 30th of November 2025. Ignore latest and he should run well
  58. ILDOUCE FLECHOIS – Winner over 1650m at Machecoul in a Class 3 on the 10th of February 2026. Should challenge strongly once again
  59. GRISE D’AZUR PELEM – Finished 3rd over 2250m at Niort in a maiden on the 12th of October 2025. Will need a lot more to challenge here
  60. BOBROVKHA – Moderate run in 8th over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 7th of February 2026. Unlikely to challenge strongly
  61. CANNELLO – Won with a bit in hand over 2100m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 18th of February 2025. Include in the play
  62. FLAMBOYANTE – Not disgraced in 6th over 2400m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 28th of December 2025. Could squeak into a minor place
  63. LUNATICOS – Finished 3rd over 2100m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 18th of February 2026. Leading contender for top honors
  64. AMITY – Finished 9th over 2000m at Pau in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 8th of February 2026. Others make more appeal
  65. AROWN – Finished 6th over 2100m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 18th of February 2026. Has the right credentials to run a big race
  66. VESCO – Fair run in 3rd over 2400m at Pornichet in a Class 4 value claiming handicap on the 27th of February 2026. More needed to beat this lot
  67. YES BOY – No strong finish in 9th over 2400m at Pau in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 16th of January 2026. Will be a shock winner
  68. BEAUTIFOAL – Finished 5th over 2350m at Machecoul in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 10th of February 2026. Can run into the money
  69. DAHARIZ – Held in 7th spot over 1700m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 27th of February 2026. Will be a surprise winner
  70. PISORNO – Solid run in 4th over 2150m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 11th of February 2026. Each way chance
    Summary: LUNATICOS (8) has produced three encouraging efforts this year and sets the standard as the one they all need to set their sights on. STEADY SUCCESS (2) needs to be forgiven for an under par latest effort and is better judged on his prior form which should see him going close to victory. AROWN (10) has a deep draw to contend with but has the form to be competitive and is another who will be competing strongly at the line. ILDOUCE FLECHOIS (3) has won twice from his last three and should be in the firing line.
    SELECTIONS
    LUNATICOS (8) – STEADY SUCCESS (2) – AROWN (10) – ILDOUCE FLECHOIS (3)
    C7 – PRIX DE LA SOCIETE DES COURSES DE VIBRAYE – 3200m (a2m) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400
  71. AIMANT – Runner up over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 6th of February 2026. One of the winning hopes
  72. KUMRAN – Fair run in 4th spot over 2600m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 16th of February 2026. Can earn a cheque on current form
  73. LELLA DESJY – Comfortably held in 9th over 3100m at Pornichet in a Class divided handicap on the 18th of January 2026. Others make far more appeal
  74. WAKIF – Poor run in 9th over 2100m at Pornichet in a Class 4 handicap on the 24th of January 2026. Others inspire more confidence
  75. JORIS – No type of run in 11th over 3100m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 18th of February 2026. One to pass by
  76. FLEUR DE JAVA – Well beaten in 7th position over 2950m at Machecoul in a maiden on the 22nd of February 2026. Will be a surprise winner
  77. MILORD DU LEMO – Runner up over 3200m at Chantilly in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 31st of January 2026. Strong winning chance
  78. PLUIE D’ARAIZE – Finished 8th over 3100m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 18th of February 2026. Stays well so could earn
  79. SINGEL MALT – Finished 8th over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 6th of February 2026. Should be in the money
  80. KONIG CHOUCHEN – Winner over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 22nd of January 2026. Can earn a place cheque
  81. MORNING FIVE – Moderate run in 7th over 3100m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 9th of May 2025. Hard to recommend on form
  82. CONCERTO – Lackluster run in 8th over 3200m at Chantilly in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 31st of January 2026. Hard to fancy
  83. RECORDING QUEEN – Dismal performance in 15th over 3100m at Pornichet in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 24th of January 2026. Faces an uphill task
  84. PENNYWELL – Finished 11th over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 6th of February 2026. Will be a shock winner
  85. HETRE ROUGE – No show in 12th over 3100m at Pornichet in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 24th of January 2026. Prior form is far more encouraging
    Summary: MILORD DU LEMO (7) ran a super race in defeat last time out and can go one better at this level. He is drawn to get the right run through and can land the spoils. AIMANT (1) arrives in solid form this calendar year and could add another win to his tally. He gets a kg off the back and warrants serious respect. SINGEL MALT (9) is better than his latest outing and has the form to produce a strong challenge in this contest. KUMRAN (2) showed up well last time out and with a repeat effort, he should be in with an each way chance.
    SELECTIONS
    MILORD DU LEMO (7) – AIMANT (1) – SINGEL MALT (9) – KUMRAN (2)
    C8 – PRIX DE LA SOCIETE DES COURSES DE SILLE-LE-GUILLAUME – 3200m (a2m) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
  86. DSCHINGIS HEIGHTS – Moderate run in 6th over 2400m at Pau in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 20th of February 2026. One to pass by
  87. CAPTAIN CROCHET – Weak run in 10th over 2500m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 claimer on the 14th of November 2025. Others make more appeal
  88. DYLAN’S SPIRIT – Poor run in 9th over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 22nd of December 2025. Can show a return to form in this class
  89. AMAZONE ISLAND – Finished 8th over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 6th of February 2026. Better than latest can feature
  90. COCOON QUATRE – Average run in 7th over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 29th of January 2026.Faces an uphill task to challenge
  91. HAMILTON DESJY – Winner over 2400m at Craon in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 30th of November 2025. Each way claims on solid staying form
  92. RECOLETTY – Pleasing run in 4th over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 29th of January 2026. Include in all bets
  93. SANTO – Poor run in 12th over 3200m at Chantilly in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 31st of January 2026. Others inspire more confidence
  94. LOU MARINA – No type of run in 13th over 3100m at Pornichet in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 19th of December 2026. Others make more appeal
  95. NEVER COME BACK – Comfortable winner over 2350m at Machecoul in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 10th of February 2026. Big runner once again
  96. FOLLY FOOT – Fair run in 4th spot over 3000m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 22nd of November 2025. Should run well
  97. MISSION SECRETE – Lackluster run in 10th over 2500m at Deauville in Class 4 course qualifier on the 29th of January 2026. Will be a surprise winner
  98. JAZZ ROQUE – Winner over 2950m at Machecoul in a maiden on the 22nd of February 2026. Up in class and will have work cut out to feature
  99. JEU DE JAMBES – Finished in 9th over 3900m at Machecoul in a Class 4 hurdle on the 10th of February 2026. Will battle here
  100. ZALETTO – Finished a clear 6th over 3100m at Pornichet in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 19th of January 2026. Seldom far off and could outrun odds
    Summary: NEVER COME BACK (10) got a confidence boosting win last time out and that could see him play a leading role once again. FOLLY FOOT (11) is an old campaigner who continues to hold solid form and should be in the firing line. AMAZONE ISLAND (4) is better than her latest effort and can bounce back to form now that she drops in company. RECOLETTY (7) is well below her last winning mark and can be very competitive off her current form.
    SELECTIONS
    NEVER COME BACK (10) – FOLLY FOOT (11) – AMAZONE ISLAND (4) – RECOLETTY (7)
    R4 PONT DE VIVAUX [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE FORCALQUIER – 2000m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,400

  1. TENDER THOUGHTS – Only 8th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 13 February. Capable of better and could strike this track and trip
  2. SANKA CHOP – Victorious in a handicap over this course and distance on 16 February. In decent form and should fight it out
  3. CROCUS BORGET – Finished 6th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 4 February. Had some fair form before that and could earn some money
  4. PIETER DE HOOCH – Has really struggled of late and was 15th in claimer at Pornichet-La Baule over 1700m on 19 January. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
  5. OLAF THE BIG ONE – Unreliable of late and finished 9th in a handicap over this course and distance on 16 February. Victorious back in January and can upset
  6. RABBAH – Only modest of late and was 10th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2000m on 22 February. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  7. MOUDIR – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2000m on 18 February. Has a place chance
  8. ROSISSIM – Not disgraced when 5th in a handicap over this track and trip on 16 February. Can be competitive in this line-up
  9. JONH LEMON – Off form and was 10th in a handicap at Pau over 1600m on 2 February. Has yet to score and needs to improve to win
  10. PAGANY – Showed some improvement when 4th in a claimer at Pau over 2400m on 23 February. Can earn some more money
  11. ILLOIS – Only modest of late and was 7th in a handicap over this track and trip on 16 December. Unreliable and others make more appeal
  12. VENT DU REVE – Did not show his best when 7th in a handicap at Pau over 2100m on 24 January. In good form before that and could make the frame
    Summary: A very open first event. TENDER THOUGHTS (1) has run in better races than this lately and is capable of winning in this division. SANKA CHOP (2) quickened well over this course and distance last month and is quite capable of doubling up. VENT DU RÊVE (12) is capable of better than his last run would suggest and can be a threat. ROSISSIM (8) was not disgraced over this track and trip and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    TENDER THOUGHTS (1) – SANKA CHOP (2) – VENT DU REVE (12) – ROSISSIM (8)
    C2 – PRIX BARTHELEMY ET HENRI CABASSU – 2000m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,300
  13. ONE MORE NIGHT – Only modest of late and was 8th at Madrid over 2000m on 9 November. Returns from a break and others are preferred
  14. BOSIOH – In good shape and was runner-up in a claimer at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2400m on 18 February. Has shown improvement and could strike
  15. FUJI HANA – Finished 10th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2000m on 11 February. Battling to regain best form and others are preferred
  16. CHANT DORE – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a handicap at Lyon-La Soie over 1800m on 14 February. Victorious back in November and can be successful again
  17. BEN DE DIANE – Only modest of late and was 7th in a handicap at this course over 2600m on 10 February. Victorious back in February and can make the frame
  18. PEARL SPIRIT – Not reliable and was 15th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1600m on 1 February. Capable of contesting the finish this course and distance
  19. COTE D’OR – Not reliable and was 9th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1300m on 22 February. Has a place chance on best form
  20. WINDJANA – Finished 5th in a Conditions race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2400m on 22 April. Returns from a break and could need this run
  21. PRINCESS RECORD – Off form and was 8th in a Conditions race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 19 January. Has yet to score and others make more appeal
  22. PIERRE LE GRAND – Only modest of late and was 7th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2000m on 27 January. Needs to do more to score
  23. POP LIFE – Showed some improvement when 4th in a handicap at this course over 2600m on 10 February. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
  24. MANDEGA – In good form and was 3rd in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 11 February. Clearly not out of it
  25. KATHALINA – Not reliable and finished 8th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1500m on 15 February. Victorious back in January and could surprise
    Summary: A wide-open looking handicap. CHANT DORE (4) has some fair recent form in stronger races than this and could bounce back to beat these rivals. BOSIOH (2) remains in good shape and is likely to challenge for top honours once again. MANDEGA (12) is in good form and should be competitive yet again. PEARL SPIRIT (6) is likely to show improvement over this track and trip and is capable of shining once again.
    SELECTIONS
    CHANT DORE (4) – BOSIOH (2) – MANDEGA (12) – PEARL SPIRIT (6)
    C3 – PRIX LILY’S CANDLE – 2000m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  26. SPACE GOOD – Consistent and was 4th in a Conditions race at this track over 1500m on 10 February. Should make a bold bid this longer distance
  27. GOLDY FILLY – Has struggled so far and was 13th in a Conditions race at Lyon-La Soie over 2150m on 24 February. Needs major improvement to score
  28. JIVEDA – Only moderate of late and was 8th in a Conditions raceat Lyon-La Soie over 1800m on 21 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  29. HAVEN LAKE CITY – Has not shown much in three starts and was 10th in a Conditions at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 4 February. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
  30. NEW PEARL – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 18 February. Better on this surface and can earn some money
  31. PRINCESS ALMA – Finished 10th in a Conditions race at Salon-de-Provence over 2000m on 27 November. Returns from a break and could need this run
  32. THE MAGPIE – Still improving and was 4th in a Conditions race at Lyon-La Soie over 1800m on 14 February. Should be right there at the finish
  33. BELLA CRACK – Did not show her best when 11th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 1 February. Did better in her penultimate start and has claims
  34. RUE MADON – A three-year-old filly by Golden Horde out of Boudeville who is making her debut. Her mother won 2 of her 28 starts. Has been supplemented for this race and could earn some money
  35. LADY COSY – A three- year-old filly by Prince Gibraltar out of Miss Lady who is making her debut.making her debut. Her mother was placed third in her only start in Germany. Can be a threat
    Summary: SPACE GOOD (1) has been consistent without winning so far. This course and distance should suit him, and he does look the right one for this race. BELLA CRACK (8) struggled in a handicap last time out but was in good form before that and can be a lively danger. THE MAGPIE (7) looks to be improving and should be right there at the finish. LADY COSY (10) makes her debut and would not be a surprise winner.
    SELECTIONS
    SPACE GOOD (1) – BELLA CRACK (8) – THE MAGPIE (7) – LADY COSY (10)
    C4 – PRIX DE BOLLENE – 2000m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  36. MEFIE TOI – Only modest of late and was 6th in a Conditions race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2000m on 21 February. Victorious on two occasions last year and has claims
  37. CATHERINE LA MER – Did not show her best when 6th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 1 February. Victorious back in January and is not out of it
  38. NEWS DES BRIERES – Not reliable and finished 7th in a Conditions race at Salon-de-Provence over 1800m on 27 November. Could need this run returning from a break
  39. CAMPONANES – Successful in two if his last three starts, the latest in a claimer at Pau over 2000m on 23 February. Can follow up
  40. MAC TYSON – Knocking at the door and was runner-up in a claimer at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1600m on 15 February. Can go one place better
  41. ARKENSTONE – Only modest of late and was 7th in a Conditions race at Lyon-La Soie over 2150m on 24 February. Could earn some minor money
  42. ADICCION – Finished 4th in a claimer over this track and trip on 16 February. Capable of playing a minor role at best
  43. JOJO FANTAISIE – Has struggled of late and was 9th in a Conditions race at Lyon-La Soie over 1800m on 14 February. Has yet to score and is best watched for now
  44. CITY OF ANGELS – Unreliable and was 7th in a handicap at this track over 1500m on 10 February. Capable of an upset on best form
    Summary: MEFIE TOI (1) won some nice races last year. He makes his handicap debut and is a confident pick this time around. MAC TYSON (5) is threatening to win and can be competitive yet again. CAMPONANES (4) is in good form and will not go down easily. CATHERINE LA MER (2) did not show her best last time out at Cagnes-sur-Mer. She is better judged on her good win in January and is capable of shining once again.
    SELECTIONS
    MEFIE TOI (1) – MAC TYSON (5) – CAMPONANES (4) – CATHERINE LA MER (2)
    C5 – PRIX GERARD BIGENI – 1500m (a7f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 14,400
  45. GILDOR – Unreliable and finished 6th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1300m on 21 February. Might play a minor role at very best
  46. BEWARE OF THE BEAR – Has some fair form of late and was 5th in a claimer at Cahntilly over 1300m on 27 February. Has major claims in this line-up
  47. BALTA – Holding form and was fourth in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1300m on 21 February. Can be a threat to these rivals
  48. SAINT LAURENT – Showed improvement when third on handicap debut, at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1600m on 27 January. Should contest the finish
  49. TCHIKITA – Has struggled of late and was 8th in a claimer at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1600m on 15 February. More is needed to beat these rivals
  50. PROLIXE – Yet to win a race and was 5th in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 10 February. Capable of a surprise
  51. AGNESIT’A – Not reliable but did finished 5th in a claimer over this course and distance on 16 February. Can contest the finish
  52. IRIA CHOPE – Unreliable and was 10th in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 30 January. Battling to find best form and others are preferred
  53. ASTREA – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a claimer over this course and distance on 16 February. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
    Summary: A very open-looking race. BEWARE OF THE BEAR (2) has only been fair of late, but that form could be good enough to beat these rivals. AGNESIT’A (7) is unreliable but did not do too badly in a claimer last time out and can challenge for success this time around. SAINT LAURENT (4) showed improvement in a handicap and should be in the mix of things. BALTA (3) is holding form and is clearly not out of it.
    SELECTIONS
    BEWARE OF THE BEAR (2) – AGNESIT’A (7) – SAINT LAURENT (4) – BALTA (3)
    C6 – PRIX PAUL-ANTOINE DE SELIGNY – 1500m (a7f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  54. SASKATOON – In good form and finished third in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1300m on 22 February. Likes this track and shoud make a bold bid at victory
  55. SALALAH – Only modest of late and finished 11th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1600m on 12 January. Capable of better and is not out of it
  56. WAZIERS – Unreliable but did run well when fourth in a handicap over this track and trip on 10 February. Can be a threat to these rivals
  57. REVE DE VALLARSA – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1500m on 26 January. Should be a lively danger on best form
  58. BREIZH MOON – Only modest of late and finished 9th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1500m on 9 Febriary. Can make the frame
  59. LUNANERA – Oly moderate of late and was 7th in a claimer at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1600m on 20 January. More is needed to beat these rivals
  60. MERCI ELIE – Showed some improvement whe third in a claimer over this track and trip on 16 February. Might play a minor role
  61. INSTRUIT – Off form and finished unplaced in a handicap at Pau over 1200m on 30 January. Better on the turf and others make more appeal
  62. EKTORIA – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a Conditios race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1600m on 18 February. Has a place chance
    Summary: A very competitive handicap where only a couple can safely be ruled out. SASKATOON (1) is in very good shape and likes this course, so gets the vote to score. WAZIERS (3) showed improvement over this course and distance last time out and should have more to offer. REVE DE VALLARSA (4) and BREIZH MOON (5) have only been modest of late, but they have run in better races than this and can get involved in the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    SASKATOON (1) – WAZIERS (3) – REVE DE VALLARSA (4) – BREIZH MOON (5)
    C7 – PRIX JARDIN EN VILLE – 1500m (a7f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 14,600
  63. BON DERNIER – Has improved of late and finished fourth in a Conditions race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1600m on 11 February. Can be competitive once again
  64. STUNNING HERO – Has struggled of late and finished 8th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1300m on 22 February. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  65. MASINDHAL – Likes this course and was runner-up in a claimer over this course and distance on 16 February. Can be competitive in this line-up.
  66. STUPEFIANTE – Has struggled of late and was 8th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2000m on 11 February. Better at this track and could make the frame
  67. VERMEER – Battling to find his best form and was 8th in a handicap at Pau over 1600m on 20 February. Capable of an upset on best form
  68. KING OF CHILL – Not reliable but did run third in a Conditions race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1600m on 11 February. Has claims in this line-up
  69. VIF DE BOISTRON – Did not show his best when 9th in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 22 January. Capable of earning some money
  70. STELLAR CHOP – Has struggled of late and was 12th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1300m on 22 February. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  71. WESTMINSTER LOVE – Off form and finished 13th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1300m on 1 February. Capable of doing better but others are preferred
  72. UNE FRAGRANCE – Only modest of late and finished tenth in a handicap at Chantilly over 1300m on 10 February. Capable of an upset on best form
  73. CAYSSIE MA STAR – Did not show his best when 5th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1300m on 19 February. In good form before that and can score
    Summary: KING OF CHILL (6) is unreliable but he does have the best form available and should make a bold bid to win this lucky last race. BON DERNIER (1) has held his form of late and can contest the finish once again. MASINDHAL (3) clearly likes this track and can be a threat to these rivals. STUPEFIANTE (4) has been disappointing of late but does save her best for this course and is clearly not out of it in this line-up.
    SELECTIONS – KING OF CHILL (6) – BON DERNIER (1) – MASINDHAL (3) – STUPEFIANTE (4)

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