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R1 AUTEUIL [L-H]

C1 – PRIX OISELEUR – 3900m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 61,000

  1. LASCAR D’AIRY – Two unplaced runs of late, the latter over 3500m at this tracdk in a Class 2 hurdle on November 29th. Look elsewhere
  2. CHOUCHOU D’ANJOU – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 3700m at Pau in a Class 3 chase on January 23rd. Makes limited appeal
  3. LA VALETTE – Two placed runs this year, 3rd on the latter over 3600m at Compiegne on March 11th. She can make the frame at nice odds
  4. LE ROI LOTH – Two unplaced runs this year, 10th at this track over 3600m in a handicap hurdle on March 22nd last time. Looks vulnerable
  5. DINO STYLE – Three unplaced runs this year, 7th on the most recent over 3900m at Compiegne on March 23rd in a handicap chase. Capable of an improved performance
  6. ROGATIEN – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 3800m at Angers on February 24th in a handicap hurdle. Others preferred
  7. LAYON DES OBEAUX – Two unplaced runs last year, 6th on the latter over 3400m at Craon in a Class 3 hurdle on November 30th. Hard to fancy
  8. MONTSERRAT – Unplaced last time, 4th previously over 4000m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on January 4th in a handicap hurdle. Alternatives seem more likely to feature
  9. LOVERBOY DESLITAUX – Placed 2nd last time over 3500m at Moulins in a Class 3 hurdle on March 21st. Ought to be involved at the business end
  10. RECONSTRUCTED – Fair 6th last time over 3800m at Angers in a Class 3 hurdle on February 12th. Capable of making the top four
  11. KING LANE – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 3600m at this track in a handicap hurdle on March 1st. Capable of making an impact
  12. FOR LIFE – Two unplaced runs this year, 11th at Compiegne in a handicap chase on March 23rd. Might find this difficult
  13. CARGO DE NUIT – Creditable 4th last time over 3600m at this track in a handicap hurdle on March 1st. Could be well handicapped and can not be discounted
  14. LOUP BLOND – Respectable form of late, 4th two runs back at Argentan in a Class 4 hurdle on March 6th over 3600m. Among the leading chances
  15. LIEN DU CHOEUR – Placed 4th on his last start over 3500m at Pau in a Class 3 hurdle on December 31st. Handicap debut and enters calculations
  16. L’AMBITIEUX – Two unplaced efforts since a 2nd over 3500m at Moulins on debut on November 9th in a Class 3 hurdle. Has work to do
  17. NIKKI FLIGHT – Unplaced last time in late March over hurdles, 2nd before that at Dieppe in a handicap hurdle over 3800m. One to pay attention to
  18. LA LIGNE ROUGE – Two unplaced runs this year, 6th in a Class 4 hurdle at Moulins on March 21st on her last start. Flat winner who makes her handicap debut over hurdles
    Summary: KING LANE (11) has been performing well with out success recently and his latest start when beaten at this track in a handicap hurdle was better than it looks. He can bounce back and get the verdict over CARGO DE NUIT (13), who ran his best race for some time when fourth at this track over 3600m in a handicap hurdle on March 1st. LOVERBOY DESLITAUX (9) has strong credentials each-way after a good second at Moulins recently. DINO STYLE (5) is a previous track and trip winner and should be involved. LOUP BLOND (14) is also worth a mention and can make the top four.
    SELECTIONS
    KING LANE (11) – CARGO DE NUIT (13) – LOVERBOY DESLITAUX (9) – DINO STYLE (5)
    C2 – PRIX JASMIN II – 4400m (a3m) – TURF – Class 2 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 55,000
  19. SAIN D’ESPRIT – Two wins this year, a Grade 3 hurdle on February 23rd at this track and a Class 1 chase at this venue on March 14th over 3500m last time out. Classy hurdler who won well on chasing bow last time and sets the standard
  20. LINGOT DE MEE – Two solid efforts recently, a win two runs back over 3800m in a Class 3 chase at Angers in February and a 3rd last time over 3500m at this track in a Class 1 chase on March 14th behind SAIN D’ESPRIT(1). In the mix
  21. LURON D’OUDAIRIES – Two unplaced runs of late, failed to complete the course over 3450m in a Listed chase at Compiegne on November 28th. Unlikely to trouble a few of these
  22. LEADER CONTI – Unplaced last time, 3rd previously over 3900m in a Class 2 chase at Pau on January 13th. Capable of being involved
  23. HASSADAM – Three placed efforts last year, the latter when 4th over 4400m in a Listed chase at this track on November 5th. Live chance
  24. ROSEMALE HAS – Unplaced last time over hurdles at Argentan over 3600m in a Class 4 event on March 6th. Stiff task on chasing debut
  25. LADY D’AUBRELLE – Placed 3rd last time over 4500m at Lignieres in a Class 3 chase on March 7th and a win before that over the same track and trip in November. Can be opposed
    Summary: SAIN D’ESPRIT (1) has scored on both starts this year, over hurdles in a Grade 3 at this track in late February and he won nicely on his chasing debut over 3500m at this track on March 14th. Top-class hurdler who can go to the top over fences. His main threat looks to be HASSADAM (5) who showed plenty of talent over fences last year and ran well to be fourth in a Listed chase in early November last time. LINGOT DE MEE (2) and LEADER CONTI (4) can dual for minor honours.
    SELECTIONS
    SAIN D’ESPRIT (1) – HASSADAM (5) – LINGOT DE MEE (2) – LEADER CONTI (4)
    C3 – PRIX ALADDIN – 3000m (a2m) – TURF – Class 4 – Hurdles – EUR € 45,000
  26. INTERSTELLAR – Won on debut over 3000m at Fontainebleau in a hurdle race on March 9th. Looks like a nice prospect and can feature
  27. RAFFLES CHOICE – Nice 2nd behind INTERSTELLAR (1) on debut over 3000m at Fontainebleau in a hurdle race on March 9th. Can improve from that and get off the mark
  28. SUPREME LIGHT – Ran well to be 3rd behind INTERSTELLAR (1) on debut over 3000m at Fontainebleau in a hurdle race on March 9th. Can improve and hold each-way claims
  29. PENN KALET – Finished 9th on his debut over 3000m in a hurdle race at this track on March 14th. Vast progress is needed to be on the premises
  30. NIXUS – Finished 7th on debut over 3000m in a hurdle race at this track on March 14th. Others look better equipped
  31. NALKO DES MOTTES – Gelding by Balko, the dam won 3 times over jumps. Likely to step forward for this debut run and is best watched for the time being
  32. NECKER – Gelding by Moises Has, the dam was placed over hurdles. Some good aspects to his profile and he is worth a market check
  33. THE GREY DANDY – Gelding by Masked Marvel, the dam ran a few time over hurdles. Stable runners warrant respect on debut. One to consider if the betting vibes are strong
  34. VARSOVIE – Fell at the last flight of hurdles on debut on March 14th over 3000m when holding every chance of being involved in the finish. Can be on the premises
    Summary: RAFFLES CHOICE (2) made a pleasing debut when second over hurdles at Fontainebleau behind INTERSTELLAR (1) who looks like the biggest threat. The former is better off at the weights today and has strong claims of reversing the form. VARSOVIE (9) came to grief last time when holding every chance at this track on hurdles debut and can be involved with a clear round of jumping. SUPREME LIGHT (3) ran well behind the selection when third on debut and can not be ruled out.
    SELECTIONS
    RAFFLES CHOICE (2) – INTERSTELLAR (1) – VARSOVIE (9) – SUPREME LIGHT (3)
    C4 – PRIX LE TOUQUET – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Listed – Steeple Chase – EUR € 88,000
  35. FOLIE GOLITH – Unplaced last time, 2nd previously over 3500m at this track in a Class 3 chase on February 23rd. Others rate higher
  36. BOYSTONE – Nice win in a Listed hurdle at this track last time over 3600m on February 23rd. Has the scope to do well over fences and warrants respect
  37. DUKE SENAM – Placed 2nd last time over 3500m in a Class 3 chase at this track on March 22nd. One to pay attention to each-way
  38. OUBLIEUX – Two decent efforts over fences this year, 2nd on the latter over 3500m in a Class 1 chase at this track behind MELISSE DU MATHAN (6). Meets on the same terms but can make things interesting
  39. SALUT DES FLOS – Two wins over hurdles, at this track on his penultimate start in early March, 5th on his chasing debut in a Class 3 chase last time over 3500m at this track on March 22nd. More required in a stronger race
  40. MELISSE DU MATHAN – Nice success over 3500m at this track on her chasing bow in a Class 1 event on March 14th. Graded placed over hurdles and holds strong claims of another success
  41. MON INCONNUE – Three decent runs of late, 2nd on the most recent over 3500m in a Class 2 chase at this track on March 22nd. Has work ahead in a better race
  42. MATOUDY – Placed 4th on her last start on her chasing bow at Toulouse in a Class 3 race on March 1st. Stiff task in a competitive affair
    Summary: MELISSE DU MATHAN (6) won gamely on her chasing debut at this track in a Class 1 race in mid-March on her most recent start. She has Graded form over hurdles and can confirm placings with OUBLIEUX (4), who she beat last time out. On the same weight terms it could be between the two of them. BOYSTONE (2) scored in a Listed hurdle at this track in late February last time, and is one to consider strongly on his chasing debut. DUKE SENAM (3) heads the rest.
    SELECTIONS
    MELISSE DU MATHAN (6) – OUBLIEUX (4) – BOYSTONE (2) – DUKE SENAM (3)
    C5 – PRIX OTEUIL SF – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 – Hurdles – EUR € 51,000
  43. MARCHE AVANT – Nice win over 3600m at Senonnes over hurdles last time out on March 13th. Looks progressive and can follow up
  44. MANGO CAY – Placed 4th on his hurdling debut over 3500m at this track on March 7th. Can make nice improvement and is one to consider each-way
  45. MUTIN D’AIRY – Showed plenty of promise to be 3rd on debut over 3500m at this track over hurdles on March 7th. He will know more this time and can be on the premises
  46. MOULINS ROUGE – Finished 6th on his debut over 3600m at this track over hurdles on October 18th last year. Might need to improve a good amount to make the frame
  47. MAGICIEN D’OR – Unplaced last time over hurdles, two placed runs on the flat last year, 4th on his second start in a Group 3 AQ race at Lyon Parilly on October 30th. One to pay attention to
  48. MON BESTO – Finished 9th on his only start over 3000m on the flat at Fontainebleau on February 21st. Tries hurdles and is best watched this time
  49. MANQUE DE RIEN – Finished 5th on the only start over 3500m at this track over hurdles on March 7th. Open to making improvement although beaten a long way on debut and is best avoided
  50. MON MONE – Placed on the two runs this year on the flat, 4th over 3100m at Montlucon on March 22nd on the most recent. Hurdling debut and others preferred
  51. MANGO TREE – Two runs so far on the flat, 8th on the most recent over 2900m at Durtal on March 22nd in a conditions race. Has shown talent and can do well over hurdles
  52. MILLY WELLS – Two 5th place runs of late on the flat, the latter over 3200m at Lignieres on March 7th. Tries hurdles and others seem better equipped
  53. MADE IN’K – Unraced gelding by Beaumec De Houelle, the dam never ran. From a respected trainer that knows the time of day. The betting trends can be the best guide
  54. MEDICIS SUN – Two unplaced runs since a 3rd on debut over 2400m at Lyon Parilly on June 14th last year on the flat. Hurdling debut and from a respected trainer that will have this filly well schooled
  55. MERVEILLE ALLEN – Placed on the last two runs, 4th on the most recent over 2600m in a Group 1 AQ race at Fontainebleau on November 22nd. Outside place contender on hurdling debut
    Summary: MARCHE AVANT (1) won nicely at Senonnes on the latest start and holds leading claims of following up at the expense of MUTIN D’AIRY (3), who made a pleasing debut when third over 3500m at this track on March 7th. He will improve from that experience. MAGICIEN D’OR (5) showed nice promise on the flat last year and can have a say despite failing to complete the course on hurdling debut last time. MANGO TREE (9) is another worth considering on hurdling debut.
    SELECTIONS
    MARCHE AVANT (1) – MUTIN D’AIRY (3) – MAGICIEN D’OR (5) – MANGO TREE (9)
    C6 – PRIX D’ENGHIEN – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Claiming – Steeple Chase – EUR € 25,000
  56. SO RISKY – Placed on the last two starts over hurdles, 4th on the latest over 3400m in a claiming event at Compiegne on April 1st. One to pay attention to
  57. PAINT FOR FUN – Two unplaced runs this year, the latest over 3400m at Compiegne on April 1st in a claiming hurdle. Cahse winner in November and can make the frame
  58. SANGRE DE DRAGO – Two unplaced runs this year, 7th on the latter over 3500m in a Class 3 chase at this track on March 22nd. Drops in class and can be involved
  59. MASTER FALCON – Unplaced last time over fences in late March, 4th previously over 3600m in a claiming hurdle at Compiegne on March 11th. He has to convince over fences
  60. ROMAN SKIES – Placed 2nd on the last start over 3400m at Compiegne in a claiming hurdle on April 1st. Placed over fences in November and is worth considering each-way
  61. PROPORTIONNALY – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 3600m at Compiegne in a claiming hurdle on March 11th. Ought to be thereabouts
  62. LLOYD D’AUTAN – Four solid efforts this year, 2nd on the latter over 3600m in a claiming chase at Fontainebleau on March 9th. Capable of making an impact
  63. COLO – 7th on the last start over 3600m at Fontainebleau on March 29th in a Class 4 chase. Might need a few of these to misfire
  64. BEL ECLAT – Recent 5th over 3600m in a claiming chase in early March, 2nd before that in a Class 3 chase at Castera-Verduza on November 2nd. Player
  65. KIFLORALAS – Two unplaced runs, failed to finish over 3600m at Fontainebleau in a Class 4 chase on March 29th last time. Look elsewhere
    Summary: LLOYD D’AUTAN (7) could be the answer to this claiming chase. He has been in good shape with four solid efforts recently. He was second on the latest start in a claiming chase at Fontainebleau in early March, and a repeat of that could be good enough. BEL ECLAT (9) looks like the one that can make the selection work hard for success. SANGRE DE DRAGO (3) is dropping in class and can have a say in proceedings. PROPORTIONNALY (6) is also worth considering and can make the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    LLOYD D’AUTAN (7) – BEL ECLAT (9) – SANGRE DE DRAGO (3) – PROPORTIONNALY (6)
    C7 – PRIX DE PAU – 3900m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 98,000
  66. GLADY TIGER – Failed to complete the course last time, 3rd before that over 3600m in a handicap hurdle at this track on March 1st and a course winner in February in a Class 2 hurdle. Live contender
  67. COUTE QUE COUTE – Fair 5th last time over 3600m at Compiegne in a Listed hurdle on March 11th. Ought to be involved in the shake-up
  68. VOL D’ARGENT – Fair 6th last time in a Listed hurdle at this track on April 2nd, and a win in a handicap hurdle at this track over 3600m on March 22nd. Player
  69. MISS CHANA – Ran well to be 4th on her last start in a handicap hurdle on March 22nd at this track behind VOL D’ARGENT (3). Capable of making the top four
  70. LESTRU – Two unplaced runs this year, 4th on his last start of 2025 in a Class 1 hurdle at Pau on December 28th over 3800m. Among the leading chances back in a handicap
  71. TITI DE PARIS – Recent 3rd over 3600m at this track in a handicap hurdle on March 22nd behind VOL D’ARGENT ( 3). One better terms this time he can be competitive
  72. LEGOLAS TEK – Solid effort to be 3rd at Compiegne over 3800m in a Class 1 hurdle last time out on March 23rd. Hard to ignore
  73. LE KARMA – Placed 4th last time over 3800m in a Class 3 chase at Angers on February 24th. Might need a few of these to falter
  74. ASTROLOGER – Creditable 6th on his last start in a handicap hurdle on March 22nd at this track behind VOL D’ARGENT (3). Each way angle
  75. KUCHARSKY – Finished 2nd last time over 3900m in a claiming chase at Compiegne on March 23rd. Faces a tough task back over hurdles
  76. LIPRIKA D’ANJOU – Two 5th placed runs of late, the most recent over 3700m in a Class 1 chase at this track on February 23rd. Back over hurdles and others make more appeal
    Summary: Although fluffing his lines last time, GLADY TIGER (1) has solid form at this venue. He scored in a Class 2 hurdle in February and was a good third on his penultimate start in a handicap hurdle on March 1st. He is marginally preferred ahead of LEGOLAS TEK (7) who was a pleasing third at Compiegne in a Class 1 hurdle on March 23rd when last seen. LESTRU (5) can bounce back to form and have a say at the business end. VOL D’ARGENT (3) is another to pay attention to each-way.
    SELECTIONS
    GLADY TIGER (1) – LEGOLAS TEK (7) – LESTRU (5) – VOL D’ARGENT (3)
    C8 – PRIX DE SAUMUR – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 53,000
  77. LUCKY D’AUBRELLE – Recent success over 3800m at Moulins in a Class 4 hurdle on March 21st. Listed placed over fences at this track last May. Outside place contender
  78. CHARDASSO – Two unplaced runs this year, the latter when 5th over 3600m in a Class 2 hurdle at this track on March 14th. Can be overlooked
  79. LUGOVILLE – Won last time over 3600m in a Class 2 chase at this track on March 1st. Looks like a nice prospect and capable of making an impact
  80. PARIKA VERT – Placed 4th last time over 3800m at Moulins on March 21st in a Class 4 hurdle. Class 4 chase win a Saumur over 4100m in February before that. Others rate higher
  81. PRESTIGE D’OLVA – Finished 5th last time over 3800m in a Class 1 hurdle at Compiegne on March 23rd. Has work ahead to trouble the principles
  82. DREAM DU LEMO – Unplaced last time over 3850m at Compiegne in a Class 3 chase on March 11th. Unlikely to be a threat
  83. KIBBOUTZ – Better effort to be 3rd at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in a Class 2 chase on March 10th last time after a poor return run over hurdles in late March after almost two years absence. Grade 2 winner over hurdles who warrants respect
  84. COEUR D’AMOUR – Ran well to be 2nd on the last run over 3600m at Compiegne in a Grade 3 hurdle on November 28th. Should be well prepared for his third start over fences
  85. IT’S WIN O’CLOCK – Top- class over hurdles, he won the Prix Renaud du Vivier (Grade 1) in November last year. He ran a decent 5th on his return run in a Grade 2 hurdle over 3900m on March 22nd at this track last time. Chasing bow and can do well over this code
    Summary: Top-class hurdler IT’S WIN O’CLOCK (9) was not given a hard time on his return to the track in a Grade 2 hurdle on March 22nd when finishing fifth. He won the Prix Renaud du Vivier (Grade 1) in November last year and can do well over fences. His main threat could be COEUR D’AMOUR (8), who was a decent second in a Grade 3 hurdle in late November last time. He has been placed over fences and can feature. LUGOVILLE (3) won last time over fences at this track and warrants respect, as does KIBBOUTZ (7), who showed a better performance when third last time.
    SELECTIONS
    IT’S WIN O’CLOCK (9) – COEUR D’AMOUR (8) – LUGOVILLE (3) – KIBBOUTZ (7)
    R2 MOULINS [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE GENNETINES – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 12,800

  1. CIACCINO – Only modest of late and finished 7th in a Handicap at Fontainebleau over 1400m on 31 March. Might play a minor role at very best
  2. TERREDEGUERRE – Bounced back to form with a victory in a class 4 Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m on 29 March. Can follow up if in the same mood
  3. BELL SONG – Has improved this year and was fifth in a class 4 Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m on 29 March. Can contest the finish
  4. FERNANDO – Off form and finished 10th in a class 4 Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m on 29 March. Needs major improvement to win
  5. IDAHO JAMES – Showed some improvement when fourth in a handicap at Marseille-Borely over 1200m on 3 April.. Can challenge for top honours in this line-up
  6. STELLAR CHOP – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a class 4 Conditions race at Marseille-Vivaux over 1500m on 22 March. Capable of doing better back on the grass and has a place chance
  7. LOKI – Not reliable and finished 7th in a claimer at Limoges over 1400m on 15 March. More is needed to beat these rivals
  8. MAMINOA – Yet to win a race and finished 10th in a class 4 Conditions race at Nantes over 1600m on 31 March. Others make more appeal
  9. KHABESA – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a handicap at Lyon La Soie over 1800m on 21 March. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  10. SON VIDA – Unreliable and finished fifth in a claimer at Chantilly over 1600m on 23 March. Could be better on the PSF but is not out of it
    Summary: Since joining trainer Franck Forési in the latter half of 2025, TERREDEGUERRE (2) has quickly found her form and returned to winning ways, making her the one to beat in this competitive line-up. SON VIDA (10) impressed on the Chantilly sand last time and, drawn low, looks capable of challenging for the lead. BELL SONG (3) holds a favourable mark and could take full advantage, while stablemate IDAHO JAMES (5) has shown recent promise and is expected to feature.
    SELECTIONS
    TERREDEGUERRE (2) – SON VIDA (10) – BELL SONG (3) – IDAHO JAMES (5)
    C2 – PRIX DE COULANDON – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  11. BAILEYS ENCANTA – Unplaced in a handicap at Chantilly over 1400m on 31 October, returns from a break but could surprise back on the grass
  12. VEGA MEMORIES – A winner of a Conditions race at Durtal over 1200m on 22 March. Improving and could have more to offer. Respect
  13. PRINCESS ZALTANA – Yet to win a race and finished 8th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1500m on 22 February. Has a place chance on best form
  14. NADIR – Needed his last run when 6th in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1300m on 23 March. Likely to improve and should be a threat
  15. SANTA LUZIA – Finished 7th in a claimer at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 3 November. Returns from a break and needs major improvement to score
  16. TCHIKITA – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a handicap at Le Croise-Laroche over 1800m on 20 March. Others make more appeal
  17. RODRIGUE – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 24 March. More is needed to beat these rivals
  18. CONQUEST – Showed some improvement when fifth in a handicap at Chantilly over 1400m on 16 March. Could have more to offer. Capable of an upset
  19. VANINA RUNAWAY – Successful in a claimer at Nantes over 1400m on 31 March. Showed improvement that day and could follow up
  20. BALTA – Victorious in a claimer at Marseille-Vivaux over 1500m on 4 March. That was a confidence-boosting win and could follow up
  21. VIDEO GAMES – Yet to win a race and finished 9th in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 7 November. Unreliable but can earn some money if fit from a break
  22. ANDUGAL – Finished 8th in a Conditions race at Cavaillon over 1600m on 1 March. Capable of doing better and could be the surprise package on debut
  23. VARZUGA – Victorious in a Conditions race at Mont-de-Marsan over 1200m on 23 March. Can be a threat on handicap debut
  24. ZENATA – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a class 3 Conditions race at Lyon La Soie over 1800m on 21 March. More is needed to beat these rivals
    Summary: VANINA RUNAWAY (9) finished second in a handicap off a slightly higher mark last autumn and could reward her new connections with a winning effort in this open contest. NADIR (4) steps up to this level for the first time and, with Antonio Orani in the saddle, is expected to show plenty of promise. BALTA (10), drawn low, possesses a sharp turn of foot and demands respect, while VEGA MEMORIES (2), consistently effective on turf, also merits consideration in the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    VANINA RUNAWAY (9) – NADIR (4) – BALTA (10) – VEGA MEMORIES (2)
    C3 – PRIX DE CHATELPERRON – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,400
  25. COLE CHOP – Disappoiting form of late and was 7th in a handicap at Strasbourg over 2350m on 22 March. Did better last year and is capable of an upset
  26. JARDIN BLEU – Not reliable but was fourth in a handicap at Toulouse over 2400m on 18 March. Capable of scoring in a race of this nature
  27. CHONBURI – Unreliable and was 9th in a handicap at Lyon La Soie over 2400m on 21 March. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  28. PHIL THE FLUTER – Needed the run 9th in a class 4 at Montlucon-Neris-les-Bains over 2300m on 22 March. Capable of earning some money
  29. TEPITO – Yet to win a race but was not disgraced when fifth in a handicap at Lyon La Soie over 2400m on 21 March. Can make the frame
  30. VINO – Very consistent of late and finished third in a Handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 29 March. Should fight out the finish once again
  31. LIGHTED GLORY – Did not show her best when 10th in a handicap at Le Croise-Laroche over 2500m on 4 April.In good form before that and has claims this distance
  32. POET’S BLACK – Has improved of late and finished fourth in a class 4 Conditions race at Montlucon-Neris-les-Bains over 2300m on 22 March. Might play a minor role
  33. SHAMSABAD – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 29 March. More is needed to beat these rivals
  34. DREAM ANGEL – Only moderate of late and finished 7th in a handicap at Lyon La Soie over 2400m on 21 March. More is needed to score
  35. KHELLE TARTARE – Needed the last run when 8th in a handicap at Toulouse over 2400m on 18 March. Fitter this time but others are preferred
  36. RISKY LIGHT – Unreliable and finished 6th in a Conditions race at Agen-le-Passage over 2500m on 29 March. Others make more appeal
    Summary: JARDIN BLEU (2) finished strongly at Toulouse recently and looks firmly on the up, having already notched three wins under Delphine Santiago, making him the one to beat. VINO (6) has been on the podium more than once from four starts and remains in search of his first victory. LIGHTED GLORY (7) returns quickly after an unlucky run last time and could make amends, while TEPITO (5), making his first start under Antoine Hamelin, appears to be progressing well and also holds claims.
    SELECTIONS
    JARDIN BLEU (2) – VINO (6) – LIGHTED GLORY (7) – TEPITO (5)
    C4 – PRIX DE NEUVY – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,400
  37. DOCTEUR TOURNESOL – Consistent this year and was fourth in a handicap at Lyon La Soie over 2400m on 21 March. ShOuld be right there at the finish once again
  38. GAVIAL – Victorious in a handicap at Senonnes-Pouance over 2300m on 13 March. Carries a penalty and is unreliable but clearly not out of it
  39. SYLVER SAMBA – Showed improvement when fifth in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 29 March. Capable of making the frame
  40. GOOD QUESTION – Finished 7th in a Handicap at Compiegne over 2000m on 27 March. a bit unlucky that day and can contest the finish
  41. MAJESTIC HILL – In good shape and was fourth in a handicap at Lyon La Soie over 2400m on 21 March. Can be a threat to these rivals
  42. MISS GREELEY – A faller last time out in a handicap hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m on 12 October. Returns from a break and could need this run
  43. MY DARLING – In good form and was fourth in a handicap at Pornichet-La-Baule over 2400m on 25 March. Threatening to win and must be respected
  44. AIRA – Returned from a break and was unplaced in a handicap at Senonnes-Pouance over 2300m on 13 March. Needs to do more to score
  45. SNATCHER – Not reliable and finished fifth in a handicap at La Testa-du-Buch over 1900m on 21 March. Could play a minor role at very best
  46. FUNTANO – Battling to find best form and finished 7th in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 29 March. More is needed to score
  47. CHERY CHARGE – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 29 March. Others are preferred
  48. KALEOBAYANE – Finished 9th in a handicap at Strasbourg over 2350m on 22 March. Capable of doing better but others make more appeal
    Summary: Consistently finishing in the top four this year, DOCTEUR TOURNESOL (1) is expected to once again give his best and remains a solid contender in this field. The veteran GOOD QUESTION (4), at 11 years old, ran better than his recent Compiègne effort suggests and cannot be discounted. MY DARLING (7) impressed over the winter on the sand and scored her last victory on turf, while GAVIAL (2) won on his return and, despite carrying a penalty, should be involved in the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    DOCTEUR TOURNESOL (1) – GOOD QUESTION (4) – MY DARLING (7) – GAVIAL (2)
    C5 – PRIX MAISON VACHER-MATERIELS AGRICOLES & ESPACES VERTS(PRIX TEDDY) – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,300
  49. MYKISS – Finished 7th in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2400m on 30 October. Could need this run returning from a break
  50. ACOTANGO – Hat-trick seeking after somE good wins, the latest in a claimer at Compiegne over 2400m on 27 March. Can score again
  51. QUE VENDRA – Has struggled this year and was 10th in a handicap at Marseille-Vivaux over 2600m on 10 February. More is needed to score
  52. ARTURO – Needed his only run of the year when 12th in a handicap at Strasbourg over 2350m on 22 March. Capable of playing a minor role
  53. CLASSIC SOVEREIGN – Has struggled of late and was 12th in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2200m on 29 March. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  54. FORZA SEDACA – Not disgraced when 5th in a handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 3100m on 18 February. Has a place chance in this line-up
  55. ORION CLASS – Successful in a Conditions race at Marseille-Vivaux over 2600m on 9 March. Unreliable but she is capable of doubling up
  56. RIYAK – Not reliable but was a good 3rd in a handicap at Strasbourg over 2350m on 22 March. Has shown improvement and is not out of it
  57. TREATWOOD – Off form and finished 8th in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2200m on 29 March. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  58. TIMBALLINA – Unreliable and finished 9th in a handicap at Lyon-La Soie over 2400m on 21 March. Victorious on the grass before that and is not out of it
  59. MISTER POWER – Victorious in a handicap at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2500m on 20 March. Not reliable but could follow up if in the same mood
  60. AGELKA – Victorious in a claimer at Nort-sur-Erdre over 2500m on 5 April. Has shown improvement but may need to do more to beat these rivals
    Summary: ACOTANGO (2) arrives on the back of two wins under Lorette Gallo and looks capable of extending his winning streak in this competitive line-up. ORION CLASS (7), who scored on the Marseille-Vivaux sand in early March, is expected to provide the main opposition. The experienced RIYAK (8) impressed last time wearing cheekpieces, while MISTER POWER (11), coming off an eye-catching victory, is also capable of following up and can feature prominently at the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    ACOTANGO (2) – ORION CLASS (7) – RIYAK (8) – MISTER POWER (11)
    C6 – PRIX DE SAINT-MENOUX – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 11,500
  61. MUST BE CRACKERS – Disappointing form of late and was 10th in a claimer at Fontainebleau on 13 March. Has won at this level before but others make more appeal
  62. ESPRONCEDA – Not disgraced when 5th in a handicap at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1900m on 27 March. Should fight out the finish
  63. COUNTRY CLUB – Finished 9th on debut in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 2200m on 28 February. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
  64. PAPITO – Finished 4th in a claimer at Fontainebleau over 2000m on 31 March. In good shape and could be ready for a first victory
  65. JOHNNY DRIVE – Victorious in a claimer at Lyon-La Soie over 2400m on 21 March. Has shown improvement and can double up
  66. NABUCCO OF MOON – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a claimer at Lyon-La Soie over 2400m on 21 March. More is needed to beat these rivals
  67. SIMPLYTHEBEST – Yet to win a race but was 3rd in this division at Lyon-La Soie over 2400m on 21 March. Can be a threat yet again
    Summary: PAPITO (4) holds the highest handicap rating in this claiming contest and ran a solid fourth on his debut for his new connections, suggesting he is close to breaking through. ESPRONCEDA (2), already a winner at this level, looks capable of challenging for the top spot. JOHNNY DRIVE (5) and SIMPLYTHEBEST (7) finished first and third respectively at Lyon-La-Soie recently and, representing the Scandella-Lacaille stable, are expected to be involved in the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    PAPITO (4) – ESPRONCEDA (2) – JOHNNY DRIVE (5) – SIMPLYTHEBEST (7)
    C7 – PRIX COMPTOIR DES FERS/NICOLLE/AUBADE (PRIX DE CHEMILLY) – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 11,900
  68. KING DES VIGNAUX – A faller last time out in a Conditions hurdle at Fontainebleau over 3800m on 6 November. Returns from a break but has don well on the flat and can be a threat
  69. LOUPING SACRE – Only modest so far and was 9th in a Conditions race at Montlucon over 3100m on 22 March. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  70. PICARNAUGAUTH – Showed some improvement when 4th in a Conditions race at Le Mans over 3200m on 20 March. Should contest the finish
  71. MASTER LIGHT – Unreliable and was 12th in a handicap at Strasbourg over 2350m on 22 March. Might play a minor role at best
  72. CRUSH DES PINS – Finished 6th on debut at Wissembourg over 2400m on 18 May. Returns from a break and is likely to improve. Can make the frame
  73. QUEEN LAURIE – Fiished 11th on debut in a Conditions race at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 2400m on 6 August. Returns from a break and could need this run
  74. PERLE DU SUD – Returned from a lengthy break and finished 9th in a Conditions race at Linoges over 3000m on 15 March. Fitter this time but others are preferred
  75. BELLA D’ID – Finished 12th on debut in a Conditions race at Mont-de-Marsan over 2000m on 23 March. Capable of improvement but others make more appeal
  76. BLESSED BIRD – Only modest so far and finished 7th in a Conditions race at Cluny over 2450m on 27 September. Returns from a break and could need this run
  77. ISI DORA – A runner-up on debut in a Conditions race at Lignieres over 2400m on 7 March. Can go one better this time
  78. MASKARADE – A four-year -old filly by Masked Marvel out of Samba d-Allier who is making her debut. Monitor the betting
    Summary: Trained by the in-form Benoit Gourdon, ISI DORA (10) made a slow start on debut but finished strongly, notably beating Milady Prestige, a recent hurdles winner at Compiègne, and looks a major contender. PICARNAUGAUTH (3) was a game fourth at Le Mans last time and arrives here with ambitions. CRUSH DES PINS (5), in the capable hands of Pierre Groualle, could show improvement, while KING DES VIGNAUX (1), from a stable in top form, also merits respect.
    SELECTIONS
    ISI DORA (10) – PICARNAUGAUTH (3) – CRUSH DES PINS (5) – KING DES VIGNAUX (1)
    R3 MESLAY-DU-M. [R-H]

C1 – PRIX FRAGONARD – 2875m (a2m) – Class E – Mounted – EUR € 23,000

  1. LEDA SAINT LATUIN – Useful mare that ran 3rd of 12 in a 2850m Laval monte Class F on 5 March, her first appearance in the code. Will be more comfortable this time and should prove good enough to make the frame once again
  2. L’APPASSIONATO – Dominant winner of a Caen Class F on 16 March before losing his action on turf a fortnight later. Sports 4 pads for the first time and others easier to back
  3. KERGRIST – Backs up after running 5th of 14 in a Fougeres Class E last Sunday. Is reunited with Benjamin Rochard and can be assured a competitive ride
  4. LAUREL LA RAVELLE – Consistently in the thick of things when barefoot and focused. Goes well for Romain Marty and is easy to fancy for a first-5 cheque
  5. KIMY SIMARDIERE – Still chasing that elusive first win, but did encourage in a Class F over course and distance last month. Takes on a better lot this time though and chances appear limited
  6. LEON DU CLOS – Showed promise at 3 but has since lost his way and latest run over course and distance left a lot to be desired
  7. LUCIOLA DE LOU – Courageous 4th on re-entry at Vire 3 weeks ago. Will have progressed for the race and can apply the pressure on KAKOU ALDO (12)
  8. LUCIA DU CHATELET – Delicate sort that has twice failed to replicate her Cabourg performance, and is unlikely to have many friends
  9. LEDORIKA – Should not be too hastily-judged for failing to deliver at Caen on 12 March. Is confirmed under these conditions and it would be no surprise to see her competitive for a place in the picture
  10. KELLY CHALEONNAISE – Never far from faulting in this branch of the business, but gave a good account at Pontchateau mid-February, and barefoot this time will be dangerous if applied
  11. LOUISIANE KERYVON – Has yet to get that maiden monkey off her back, and is unlikely to this time either, but reassured at Mauquenchy a week ago and will have her supporters
  12. KAKOU ALDO – Has been out of competition for 15 months but is plainly in race-mode for comeback, and Mathieu Mottier will be expecting to win this
  13. KOKTAIL LUDOIS – Returns to a code for which he has shown little aptitude and recent harness conditioners have done nothing to inspire confidence
    Summary: With hardly a blot on his copybook, KAKOU ALDO (12) progressed for every run…in 2024. He is back in action though, with his faithful partner in the irons, and will be well-backed to win this. As dependably competitive as she is, LUCIOLA DE LOU (7) has yet to lose her maiden tag but still represents the principal danger. The good LEDA SAINT LATUIN (1) did not disappoint on last month’s monte debut and will not be sent out at 24-1 this time. Oddly below-par last time, LEDORIKA (9) has otherwise been in cracking form and ran 2nd on her sole start here.
    SELECTIONS
    KAKOU ALDO (12) – LUCIOLA DE LOU (7) – LEDA SAINT LATUIN (1) – LEDORIKA (9)
    C2 – PRIX RENOIR – 2875m (a2m) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  14. NUMBER ONE DU BOIS – Put on a good show first time out when runner-up in a Challans Class F. Is competitively-shod this time and has the capability to contest the finish
  15. NABAD DU ROCHER – Has just the one race under his belt since the layoff. Is confirmed under these conditions, sports front pads for the first time, but still has too much to do
  16. NELSON FAFA – Moderate element making first appearance since October and is not about to influence the outcome
  17. NEED YOU AGAIN – Unexceptional filly that was well-beaten at Enghien a month ago. Mathieu Mottier reining this time but still not an obvious choice
  18. NEVADA PIERJI – Lost his action early before subsequently comporting himself well in a Caen Class E a fortnight ago. Should appreciate the Meslay profile and cannot be ruled out
  19. NORTHWOOD – Oddly below-par 5th, a place behind NOTTINGHAM FIRST (9), in a Lisieux Class E mid-March. Is not about to set off any fireworks but can get a look in if he manages to keep a line
  20. NICE BOY BOURBON – Won on debut before being denied a run at Caen. Gave a fine account nevertheless and will not be far from the action if kept out of trouble
  21. NOTA PRIMO – 2nd at Saint-Brieuc on debut before romping at Toulouse. Faces a tougher test this time but in current form is easy to fancy for a spot in first 5
  22. NOTTINGHAM FIRST – Has yet to get off the mark but has shown decent aptitude. Gets to race with pads this time and, given the stable’s form, is worth monitoring
  23. NEGOCIABLE – Imposed on re-entry 2.5 weeks ago in a 2700m Graignes Class F. Theo Duvaldestin in the bike this time and is clearly a candidate for success
  24. NIKY WAY – Most convincing winner of a 2825m Cordemais Class E on 27 February. Top pilot at the helm this time and has every chance of doubling his money
    Summary: Runner-up on his debut behind the excellent Nice Speed, the well-bred NIKY WAY (11) imposed with authority next time. Alain Chavatte has abdicated in favour of Eric Raffin and will be justifiably anticipating a repeat performance. NEGOCIABLE (10) has done everything right so far, looks a good future prospect, and with front pads fitted this time will be no easy touch. Good 2nd at Challans first time out, NUMBER ONE DU BOIS (1) will sport 4 pads for the occasion and will be partnered by Matthieu Abrivard this time. NICE BOY BOURBON (7) has been learning his trade in good order and is unlikely to disappoint.
    SELECTIONS
    NIKY WAY (11) – NEGOCIABLE (10) – NUMBER ONE DU BOIS (1) – NICE BOY BOURBON (7)
    C3 – PRIX VAN GOGH – 2875m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 20,000
  25. MA DOUCE DE DALINE – 4th of 14 in a 2100m Lisieux Class E 2 weeks ago, at 34-1. In this field, though, will struggle to make her mark
  26. MEARAS PAULOIS – Winner of last 2, latterly a 2850m Laval Class F in early-February. Is barefoot for comeback and looks main threat to MIDEN DE FONTAINE (3)
  27. MIDEN DE FONTAINE – Exciting prospect that has shown very good aptitude for the game. Has buckets of untapped potential and can get straight down to business
  28. MAESTRO BLANC – Faithful for the most part, and presents solid clockwise credentials. Is better than his recent run would suggest, and sports a fresh configuration, but nevertheless faces a tougher test here
  29. MAESTRO D’IDEF – Gave a fine, but surprising, account on re-entry at Caen in early-March. Was unable to confirm at Lisieux however, and is unlikely to spice things up
  30. MILLESIME GWEN – Can prove a handful but has otherwise been acquitting himself honourably of late. Returns to a hard surface, and to racing right-handed, but looks a minor place chance at best
  31. MILADY DREAM – Useful filly that went into her break after failing to deliver at Caen last October. Stays shod and will not be troubling the judge
  32. MESANGE DU RIB – Won 2 at Vire then ran 2nd in a Lisieux Class F mid-March. Thrives going barefoot and although unlikely to get her nose in front, can nevertheless contest a place on the podium
  33. MARKUS DES AGETS – Not the worst horse here, and will be reconfigured for the occasion, but latest results do little to inspire confidence
  34. MY LOVE JULMA – Serious type switching to racing clockwise following a pair of Laval eliminations. Is clearly in form though and the engagement of Eric Raffin’s services may be just the ticket to redemption
  35. MAYBE DAIRPET – No slouch on a good day but has not been seen out since December and is going to need the run
  36. MISTRAL DU REGENCY – Quality element that made quite an impression when 2nd in a Caen Class E on comeback 3 weeks ago. Will have progressed for the race and is unlikely to be going home empty-handed
  37. MAESTRO BILOU – Showed early promise but has subsequently failed to come good and would be preferred at a lower level
  38. MUST DE BANVILLE – Quality element making his return to racing after winning 2 last autumn. Is clearly being conditioned and best to keep one’s powder dry
  39. MAESTRO KADESH – Talented sort that was given an easy re-entry at Laval late last month. Goes barefoot for the first time and, with application, should not be far off the mark
  40. MILLION DREAMS – Like a horse reborn since starting to race barefoot. By no means disgraced when 3rd in a Lisieux Class E 2 weeks ago and, considering the engagement, will be expected to put on a good show. Place chance
    Summary: MIDEN DE FONTAINE (3) may not have seen competition until October 2025 but he has shown significant promise. He makes his first appearance since early-December but will be first-time barefoot and can get his new season off to a victorious start. Sent for a spell after imposing at Laval in February, MEARAS PAULOIS (2) returns to racing right-handed and will also be barefoot for the occasion. A different horse since starting to race barefoot, MILLION DREAMS (16) benefits from a golden entry and Laurent-Michel David will be keen to take advantage of the opportunity. Similarly reinvigorated after having been relieved of his shoes, MESANGE DU RIB (8) is unlikely to be far off the mark.
    SELECTIONS
    MIDEN DE FONTAINE (3) – MEARAS PAULOIS (2) – MILLION DREAMS (16) – MESANGE DU RIB (8)
    C4 – PRIX MANET – 2875m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  41. LA DIVINE ECUS – Is not devoid of talent but does have a temperament. Has little liking for Meslay-du-Maine and even with pads fitted will have nothing to contribute
  42. LEGENDE DEL PHEDO – Serious mare presenting fine credentials but is shod for re-entry and best to hold off
  43. LAURIANE DU RIED – Sprang quite the surprise when 2nd in a Class F over course and distance, at 59-1, 3.5 weeks ago, however a repeat seems improbable
  44. LISBETH DE BANNES – Complicated sort returning to the harness code after being eliminated under the saddle at Challans early last month, but at this level will have little to offer
  45. LA RIVER D’ECCAM – Unlucky 5th behind LAZURA PRIOR (11) in a Caen Class F last week. Is reunited with Eric Raffin who will be eager to set the record straight. Place prospect
  46. LUDMILLA HAUFOR – In the frame in 2 of last 3, latterly 2nd in a Class F at Le Croise-Laroche 2.5 weeks ago. Has never failed to deliver when racing clockwise, but may nevertheless be taking on too much
  47. LAST CHANCE – Has twice failed to confirm her Loudeac victory, being eliminated in both runs. Can trot when applied though and could pleasantly surprise if she gets off on the right foot
  48. LIBERTA DE MARZY – Quality mare with a brace of conditioners under her belt following her layoff. Goes barefoot for first objective of the season and, winner of her only start with Mathieu Mottier, can confirm
  49. LAEKEN DE LA MOTTE – Rarely far from the action when focused. Beat LA RIVER D’ECCAM (5) when victorious in a Lisieux Class F on 14 March. In better company this time but can still play a role if she deigns to stay in stride
  50. LIGNE BLANCHE – Useful mare making first start for her new handler. Is competitively-shod for comeback and, although not a priority, is still worth keeping an eye on
  51. LAZURA PRIOR – Made up for Maure-de-Bretagne effort when 3rd in a Caen Class F on 30 March. Is quite evidently close to winning for the first time since August 2023, and must not be underestimated
  52. LALY DE JADE – Honest mare with decent references at this level. Will have come on for her comeback and, barefoot as she likes, can pick up a first-5 payout
  53. LADY DE JANEIRO – Has clearly been showing her form this term, gets to race first-time barefoot, and with Guillaume Martin reining, must be considered a player
    Summary: Seldom disappointing when racing barefoot, LIBERTA DE MARZY (8) will be fit following a pair of conditioners and, provided she turns, can open her right-handed account. That said, LAZURA PRIOR (11) has form at Meslay and is due a win one of these days. Ideally-engaged at the limit of earnings, LADY DE JANEIRO (13) is first-time barefoot and hard to ignore. LA RIVER D’ECCAM (5) ran 3rd on her sole Meslay start and benefits from an Eric Raffin drive for the occasion.
    SELECTIONS
    LIBERTA DE MARZY (8) – LAZURA PRIOR (11) – LADY DE JANEIRO (13) – LA RIVER D’ECCAM (5)
    C5 – PRIX DEGAS – 2875m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  54. LALDO LOUZEEN – Comfortably won a 2800m Vire Class E 3 weeks ago. Will be partnered by the champion driver for the first time and is very easy to recommend
  55. LOTUS DU RIB – Starts for the first time since early-February. Stays shod for the occasion and will have few takers
  56. LARABELLO DE LOU – Reverts to a previous formula after pleasing on re-entry at Chartres mid-March. Has been re-shod but is still out of his depth
  57. LUNDU DE LOU – Has failed to make the frame in any of 5 starts this year. Mathieu Mottier in the bike this time but others still easier to support
  58. LORD DE L’ITON – Won 2 on the trot before coming 3rd in a Caen Class F 2 weeks ago. Has thrived since moving to Pascal Lelièvre’s yard and should again prove competitive for a place on the podium
  59. LEADER – Outclassed the opposition in a 2725m Lisieux Class E a fortnight ago and even though new to the venue still looks the horse to beat
  60. LEAD ME ON – Ran 3rd, some way off LESS TIME (11), in a 2500m Reims Class F 3 weeks ago. Is being aimed too high this time and is unlikely to cause an upset
  61. LUCKY DU DONJON – Should not be too hastily-judged for failing to fire at Laval. Has had time to recalibrate and can finish closer
  62. LEADER DE L’AUMOY – Kicked the year off well but out of the picture in last 2. Hind pads fitted this time and will have nothing to contribute
  63. L’AS DES ISLES – Made up for Chartres effort when 2nd in a Maure-de-Bretagne Class F, when being conditioned, 12 days ago. Is unlikely to counter LEADER (6) but still looks the main threat
  64. LESS TIME – Went close at Reims before faulting at Nancy. Entrusted to Benjamin Rochard who will be expected to put things right. First 5
  65. LUDO PAROYO – Enjoys a fine entry here but has made little impact for some time and, even though competitively-shod, still has too much to do
    Summary: Consistently-performant and most recently commanding at Lisieux on just his 2nd start back, LEADER (6) takes to Meslay for the first time and, if he takes to the new conditions, can confirm. Leading the opposition, L’AS DES ISLES (10) sports a fresh configuration after having surprised at Maure-de-Bretagne, while LORD DE L’ITON (5) comes to the venue after having won 2 of his last 3. LALDO LOUZEEN (1) stayed on well at Vire last month and Eric Raffin gets the nod this time.
    SELECTIONS
    LEADER (6) – L’AS DES ISLES (10) – LORD DE L’ITON (5) – LALDO LOUZEEN (1)
    C6 – PRIX UTRILLO – 2875m (a2m) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 26,000
  66. KOALA DES ARCS – Placed twice going left-handed last month before being eliminated at Ecommoy last Monday. Has demonstrated decent aptitude but looks a minor place chance at best
  67. KENTUCKY DANICA – Has not been seen out since November but is a serious campaigner in the monte code and boasts a particularly strong record with his driver
  68. KOPRIORO – Has won 3 of 5 this year, most recently a Caen Class F in style mid-March. Is here in earnest, even though shod, and is still in the running for the spoils
  69. KABIR BEDI – Starts for first time under the saddle following a pair of poor harness conditioners. Barefoot this time but still has no realistic chance
  70. JOLIKOVA D’ARIANE – Blows hot and cold and failed to make the grade at Angers last week. Benefits from a front-row start but will nevertheless struggle to make her mark
  71. KORRIGAN OLIVERIE – Is not without merit but reliability not his strong suit. Has just the one race under his belt since the layoff and others preferred this time
  72. JUST BIRD – Disqualified after running close 3rd in a Class F at Maure-de-Bretagne on 24 March. Benjamin Rochard in the saddle this time and will endeavour to put things right
  73. HERACLES DU LAYON – Always gives his best but has nothing to offer at this level and can be disregarded
  74. JACK DES MALBERAUX – Like a horse reborn over past 2 weeks. Is reunited with Eric Raffin and will be expected to finish close once more
  75. IQUEM NARCY – Unexceptional 5th of 9 on re-entry last month in a 2450m Caen Class E. Has a lot of ground to make up and is unlikely to spring any surprises
  76. JAZZMAN IDEF – Showed improvement on Vincennes effort when 3rd in a Cordemais Class D in late-February. Is unbeaten at the venue and is unlikely to be far off the mark
  77. JIRI PACHA – Won a Caen Class F before giving a good account at Agen 2.5 weeks ago. Is not about to create an upset but can nevertheless finish in the money
    Summary: Wonderfully-performant when competitively-shod and focused, KOPRIORO (3) runs shod this time, but goes well for Victor Saussaye and can complement his Caen success. He will still feel the heat from the returning, but classy, KENTUCKY DANICA (2) who is confirmed in the day’s configuration, and 2nd-row starter JACK DES MALBERAUX (9) who appears to be back at the top of his game. JAZZMAN IDEF (11) has placed in 2 of 3 this year, won his only Meslay-du-Maine start, and must be taken seriously.
    SELECTIONS
    KOPRIORO (3) – KENTUCKY DANICA (2) – JACK DES MALBERAUX (9) – JAZZMAN IDEF (11)
    C7 – PRIX CEZANNE – 2875m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  78. KING ELVIS – Makes first start since last November. Has no chance in this company, even from front row, and can be ruled out
  79. LETS GO DE MONCHEL – Unremarkable type with just the one race under his belt since the winter break. Shoes on and no danger
  80. LUCKY DES GAUDINES – Moderate sort that failed to impress at Loudeac mid-March. Shoes back on and is not a concern
  81. LITTLE BOY – No champion but can trot. Will be partnered by Matthieu Abrivard for the first time, starts in front, and will be afforded every chance
  82. LEWISIA DE LATOM – Makes just 2nd appearance since her layoff, and will be reconfigured for the occasion, but would be preferred barefoot
  83. KADIX DEL PHEDO – Failed to confirm Vincennes performance when trounced at Caen a month ago. Has never excelled at Meslay and is unlikely to begin now
  84. KOPA VRIE – Handy element that showed improvement at Challans 2.5 weeks ago. Is unlikely to create an upset but still has the wherewithal to get a look in
  85. LINO GUILLERVILLE – Consistently in the thick of things and is as comfortable going left-handed as right-. Is new to the venue but in current condition is very hard to ignore. Place chance
  86. LOOK AT ME LULU – Respectable mare with decent barefoot form but is plainly not in race-mode and can be ruled out
  87. KNOCKANDO – Has not been seen out since running 4th in a Laval Class F on 4 February. Has form at the venue, will have come on for the race, and will not be far from the action
  88. LUMIERE BLUE – Has not finished out of first 3 since September. Has won 3 of last 4 starts, should take well to the new conditions, and will again be expected to contest the finish
  89. LUCKY LOVE – Returned to winning ways 11 days ago when dominating a Rambouillet Class E and will not be available at 27-1 this time
  90. LACIENDA FLASH – Can prove a handful but has ample ability. Pleased on sole start here and, if applied, can finish in the mix
  91. LICAR SOMOLLI – Complicated trotter but is not devoid of ability. Imposed at Enghien on sole start in the day’s configuration, but cannot be considered a priority this time around
  92. LOVE DANCER – Justifiably well-regarded individual making first appearance since October. Has no Meslay references but is quite evidently being conditioned
  93. KALIPETTE JELOCA – Useful mare making just 2nd start following her winter break. Is still being conditioned though and others preferred
  94. KERIDO D’ALOUETTE – Enjoys a fine entry and has nothing to prove at this level, but has not been seen out since October and will not be over-extended
  95. LUCIANO VREDEBEST – Serious sort making first start for a yard in rude health. Is confirmed racing right-handed and has a lot going for him. Claim
    Summary: A fine servant making his debut for the Chavatte stable, LUCIANO VREDEBEST (18) benefits from a terrific entry, has been entrusted to Eric Raffin for the first time, sports a fresh configuration, and is easy to like for the win. LUMIERE BLUE (11) has not put a foot wrong since the autumn and Mathieu Maignan can be confident of another big performance. LINO GUILLERVILLE (8) has been knocking at the door and is unlikely to let the side down. LUCKY LOVE (12) got off the mark late last month, at 26th time of asking, and is back on a hard surface with a decent chance of making the frame once more. In fine form, and 2nd last time here, KNOCKANDO (10) will race shod and will be justifiably well-supported.
    SELECTIONS
    LUCIANO VREDEBEST (18) – LUMIERE BLUE (11) – LINO GUILLERVILLE (8) – LUCKY LOVE (12)
    C8 – PRIX DALI – 2875m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 26,000
  96. JOB DU CEBE – Hardy element but has not been seen out since October, and with shoes fitted will have nothing to offer
  97. ISIDORO DIDAN – Recently returned to competition following his spell. Sports a fresh configuration this time but still appears to be out of his depth
  98. JIOSCO DES OMBRES – Modest element with better form at a much lower level and has nothing to offer on first start since last September
  99. KRYSTAL DU RUEL – Put in a fine showing on comeback at Caen 2 weeks ago, running 4th in a 2450m Class F. Is new to Meslay but will have come on for the race, and from the front row can give this a good go
  100. KARLA JALLERIE – Fine servant making first appearance since winning a Cordemais Class E in mid-January. Shoes fitted for return though and is not a priority
  101. KEOPS DE JUMILLY – In the frame in last 2, latterly beaten only by a very good horse at Enghien last month. Enjoys a front-line break and Eric raffin is unlikely to let the opportunity pass him by
  102. JOYCE PILE – Honest mare that was not disgraced in a Lisieux Class F on 14 March, but in this company will need to find considerably more
  103. JULIANO – Good, consistent campaigner making first appearance since late-October. Will be barefoot for the occasion, benefits from a fine entry on the front row, and should be capable of getting in on the action
  104. KRAFEN – Blows hot and cold, has just one run in him since the winter break, and would have better chances at a lower level
  105. JUSTICIA GLAM – Defied her 18-1 to come 3rd in a 2100m Vincennes Class E a fortnight back. Has been reconfigured for the occasion and makes her Meslay debut with a decent chance of making first 5
  106. KIPHYLE DESBOIS – Ran 7th, on re-entry, behind KOMERE DE CORDAY (14) in a 2875m Enghien Class E on 6 March. Has had a month to come on and even from the 2nd row can play a prominent part
  107. KINGSMAN D’EOLE – Not as sharp as he was during the autumn but did run 5th in 6 March race of reference. Runs shod on this occasion however, and can be passed over
  108. KIVALA RENARDIER – Has not won for over a year but left quite the impression in a Vire Quinté 3 weeks ago and, with form maintained, can challenge for the win this time
  109. KOMERE DE CORDAY – Fine individual that has placed in 4 of last 5 in a superior category. Is short on clockwise credentials but nevertheless has the quality to win a race of this nature
  110. IDOLE ELDE – Capable mare that goes either direction, but races for first time in 9 months and best to hold off
  111. KORONA DELADOU – Held her own in a Vincennes Class B prior to losing her action at Vire 3 weeks ago. Is competitively-engaged but looks a minor place prospect at best
  112. IMPERIALE DU MONT – Starts for first time since running 4th in an Angers Class F in late-January. Matthieu Abrivard in the bike this time but others still easier to back
  113. INDIAN PACIFIC – Wonderfully-engaged here but has just the one race under his belt following a lengthy period on the sidelines, and is going to need the run
    Summary: Winless since imposing at Vincennes last October, KOMERE DE CORDAY (14) has nonetheless been knocking at the door lately and makes her right-handed harness debut with a decent chance of getting her nose in front. Arnaud Desmottes will still be wary of KIVALA RENARDIER (13) who ran 3rd to a very good horse at Vire recently, and a resurgent KEOPS DE JUMILLY (6) who breaks with a 25m head-start. KIPHYLE DESBOIS (11) has a race under her belt since the layoff and, confirmed at a superior level, will be no pushover. On the front row, and convincing on re-entry at Caen a fortnight back, KRYSTAL DU RUEL (4) is not one to be overlooked.
    SELECTIONS
    KOMERE DE CORDAY (14) – KIVALA RENARDIER (13) – KEOPS DE JUMILLY (6) – KIPHYLE DESBOIS (11)
    R4 ARGENTAN [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE MAISONS-LAFFITTE – 1300m (a6f1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 12,500

  1. SWEET AS – Off form and finished 6th in a Class 4 handicap at Le Croise- Laroche over 1100m on 4 April. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  2. HOT COLD – Has struggled of late and finished 10th in a Class 3 handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 7 February. Capable of doing better and has a place chance
  3. CALIFANO – In good shape and finished 3rd in a claimer at Limoges over 1400m on 15 March. Shuld be competitve once again
  4. KELLY KEY – Not reliable and finished 9th in a Class 3 handicap at Strasbourg over 1550m on 22 March. Has won in this division and should be a threat to these rivals
  5. BRIO – Has some fair form and finished 4th in a claimer at Chantilly over 1600m on 23 March. Can contest the finish again
  6. ALYAQUT – Showed improvement when a runner-up in a Class 3 handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1200m on 20 November. Returns from a break but would not be a surprise winner
  7. KEREMET – Unreliable and finished 13th in a Class 4 handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 1700m on 25 March. More is needed to beat these rivals
  8. GOLD AND DREAM – Finished 14th in a Class 3 handicap at Chantilly over 1400m on 26 March. Capable of doing better and has claims trying a claimer
  9. MI C’INFILO – Has struggled of late and finished 12th in a Class 4 claimer at Le Croise-Laroche over 1100m on 20 March. Others make more appeal
  10. GRIGNETTE – Showed some improvement when 4th in a Class 3 handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 2 March. Can be a threat to these rivals
  11. SPICHOPE – Has strugggled of late and finished 8th in a handicap at Senonnes-Pouancé over 1359m on 13 March. Needs to find a few lengths to score
    Summary: GOLD AND DREAM (8) failed to make an impact on handicap debut at Chantilly but is presented with a good chance to bounce back in this company. KELLY KEY (4) is proven at this level and looks the main danger. BRIO (5) has shown fair recent form and can feature again in the finish, while ALYAQUT (6), dropping in class, is capable of improvement and would not be a surprise winner in this contest.
    SELECTIONS
    GOLD AND DREAM (8) – KELLY KEY (4) – BRIO (5) – ALYAQUT (6)
    C2 – PRIX SICA BOY – 1900m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 11,500
  12. TREVI – Has not shown much so far and finished 8th in a Conditions race at Nort-sur-Erdre over 1800m on 5 October. Retuns from a break and could need this run
  13. CLIMATIC – Has struggled of late and finished 12th in a Conditions race at Le Mans over 1950m on 20 March. More is needed to score
  14. RUE DE VOLGA – Only modest of late and finished 7th in a claimer at Amiens over 2200m on 19 November. Returns from a break and could need this run
  15. BELLA CIAO – Not reliable and finished 12th in a Class 4 handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 30 March. Did better on the turf before that and can bounce back to score
  16. PREFERENCIA – Did not show her best when 6th in a Conditions race at Mont-Lucon over 2300m on 22 March. In very good form before that and would not be a surprise winner
  17. COCO LIGHT – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a Class 4 handicap at Pornichet over 2400m on 25 March. Has won at this track before and is not out of it
  18. SCHERWOOD – Off form and finished 11th in a Class 4 handicap at Compiegne over 2000m on 27 March. Capable of doing better and could make the frame
  19. SLAYER – Showed some improvement when 4th in a handicap at La Teste-Bassin over 1900m on 21 March. Can be a threat to these rivals
  20. LADIVA – Battling to find best form and finished 9th in a claimer at Le Mans over 1950m on 20 March. Needs to find a few lengths to score
    Summary: BELLA CIAO (4) ran below par at Chantilly last time but returns to turf with every chance of bouncing back to her best, having shown more promising form previously. PREFERENCIA (5) should improve significantly following her recent reappearance at Montluçon and could feature in the finish. SLAYER (8) impressed with a strong late surge in a recent handicap and must be respected, while SCHERWOOD (7) is capable of better and could also make his presence felt.
    SELECTIONS
    BELLA CIAO (4) – PREFERENCIA (5) – SLAYER (8) – SCHERWOOD (7)
    C3 – PRIX HERBAGER – 1900m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,400
  21. KAWARETH – A faller last time out in a class 4 conditions hurdle at Dieppe on 12 June. Returns from a break but has won on the flat and could surprise
  22. AINTREEGIRL – Returned to form with a runner-up performance in a class 4 handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers over 2000m on 5 April. Can go one place better
  23. THE WHEEL – Only modest of late and finished 8th in Conditions race at Deauville over 1900m on 19 January. Better on the grass and could be very competitive in this line-up
  24. HAPPY HUNTER – Not reliable and finished 15th in a Class 3 handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 31 January. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  25. HEY MAN – Successful in a Class 4 handicap at Le Mans over 1950m on 4 March. Carries a penalty but can double up
  26. PURBRIGHT DRALLIV – Unreliable and finished 14th in a Class 3 handicap at Compiegne over 2000m on 27 March. Has a place chance
  27. ANGE NOIR PELEM – Yet to win a race and finished 9th in a Class 3 handicap at Compiegne over 2000m on 27 March. Can play a minor role on best form
  28. DAHARIZ – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a Class 4 conditions race at Nantes over 1600m on 31 March. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  29. BAILEYS ECLAIR – Unreliable and finished 11th in a Class 3 handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 23 March. Likely to do better on the grass and is not out of it
  30. JUST FOR GAB’S – Returned to form and finished 3rd in a Class 4 handicap at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 21 March. Can contest the finish once again
    Summary: AINTREEGIRL (2) caught the eye with a strong late surge over 2000m at Le Lion-d’Angers last Sunday and looks ready to go one better in this contest. THE WHEEL (3), placed off a higher mark late last season, has the quality to challenge for the lead. JUST FOR GAB’S (10) appears back to her best and, with Marvin Grandin aboard in fine form, is a notable contender. HEY MAN (5), a gutsy winner at Le Mans last time, should also be competitive in this line-up.
    SELECTIONS
    AINTREEGIRL (2) – THE WHEEL (3) – JUST FOR GAB’S (10) – HEY MAN (5)
    C4 – PRIX DU PAYS D’ARGENTAN – 2900m (a2m) – TURF – Class 4 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,400
  31. MURANO – Has been kept to the PSF for some time now and finished 5th in a Class 4 conditions race at Pornichet-La Baule over 3100m on 25 March. Might play a minor role
  32. ARGYRON – Unreliable and finished 3rd in a Class 4 handicap at Senonnes-Pouancé over 2300m on 13 March. Should contest the finish once again
  33. UM ELNADIM – Needed her only run of the year when 9th in a Class 4 handicap at Senonnes-Pouancé over 2300m on 13 March. Returns from a break and could need this run
  34. BECQUANIENTE – Not reliable and finished 5th in a Class 4 handicap at Fontainebleau over 3000m on 17 March. Could make the frame
  35. RHEINLAND – Yet to win a race but did finish 5th in a Class 3 handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2400m on 21 February. Might play a minor role
  36. ARMORIGENE – Unreliable and finished 11th in a Class 4 handicap at Le Croise-Laroche over 2500m on 20 March. Needs major improvement to score
  37. AND WE DANCED – Kept to the PSF of late and finished 6th in a Class 3 handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 6 February. Should do better on the grass and is not out of it
  38. CAPTAIN EAGLE – Has struggled of late and finished 13th in a Class 4 handicap at Senonnes-Pouance over 2300m on 13 March. Others are preferred
  39. MONSIEUR GEORGE – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a Class 4 handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 8 January. Capable of doing better but others make more appeal
  40. STARLIGHT – Successful in a Class 3 handicap at Chantilly over 2700m on 25 February. Much improved of late and could follow up
  41. KAPO ROSSO – Finished 10th in a Class 4 handicap at Senonnes-Pouance over 2300m on 13 March. Capable of doing better and has claims in a very open race
  42. MILORD DU LEMO – Finished 6th in a Class 4 handicap at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 3200m on 27 March. Capable of better and should be a lively danger
  43. GOT HAWK – Off form and finished 8th in a Class 4 handicap at Le Croise-Laroche over 2500m on 20 March. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  44. MONT STEELE – Unreliable but did finish 4th in a Class 4 handicap at Le Croise-Laroche over 2500m on 20 March. Might play a minor role once again
    Summary: Back in conditions that should suit him much better, KAPO ROSSO (11) looks set to return to winning ways and could prove hard to beat. ARGYRON (2) also makes plenty of appeal, having returned to the frame on soft ground at Senonnes and is well drawn. AND WE DANCED (7) is a formidable performer at this track and cannot be ignored, while BECQUANIENTE (4) should improve offher comeback and is also worthy of consideration.
    SELECTIONS
    KAPO ROSSO (11) – ARGYRON (2) – AND WE DANCED (7) – BECQUANIENTE (4)
    C5 – PRIX EGYPTBAND – 2500m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  45. ZOLIA D’OROUX – Finished 8th on debut in a Conditions flat race at Durtal over 2300m on 22 March. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  46. ADVENTURA – Showed some improvement when fourth in a Conditions maiden race at Pornichet over 2400m on 25 March. Can contest the finish
  47. LIKE NO OTHER – Finished 9th on debut in a Conditions race at Durtal over 2300m on 22 March. Needs to improve if it hopes to do better
  48. ZENAYAH – Only modest so far and was 7th in a Conditions race at Le Mans over 2300m on 20 March. Might play a minor role
  49. INZAIRE – Well beaten on debut in a Conditions race at Durtal over 2300m on 22 March. Needs to do a lot better to beat these rivals
  50. THE LITTLE SWAN – Not disgraced on debut when sixth in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1900m on 26 March. Has a big chance in this line-up
  51. RUSH TO WAIT – Has only been modest so far and finished 7th in a Conditions race at Pornichet over 2400m on 25 March. Could be a real threat to these rivals
  52. NESRYN – Finished 9th on debut in a Conditions race at Le Mans over 1950m on 4 March. Capable of improvement and could make the frame
  53. IXIAS – A three-year-old filly by Cloth Of Stars out of Isarnixe who is making her debut. Her dam never won a race. Monitor the betting
  54. NAIADE BLAGNY – A three-year-old filly by Moises Has out of Kateya who is making her debut. Her dam won twice in just ten starts. Should be a threat
    Summary: THE LITTLE SWAN (6) shaped with clear promise on debut at Chantilly, finishing off her race well from mid-division, and looks to have the ability to land a maiden of this nature with normal improvement. RUSH TO WAIT (7) has yet to show his full hand and could take a step forward here, while ADVENTURA (2) produced an encouraging effort when fourth on the sand at Pornichet and remains open to improvement. NESRYN (8), better than her debut suggests, is worth some consideration.
    SELECTIONS
    THE LITTLE SWAN (6) – RUSH TO WAIT (7) – ADVENTURA (2) – NESRYN (8)
    C6 – PRIX DU PAYS D’HOULME – 2500m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 11,500
  55. P’TIT ROCK – Showed some improvement when runner-up in this division at Saint-Brieuc over 1700m on 1 March. Can go one place better
  56. RAGE CHOPE – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a claimer at Le Mans over 1950m on 20 March. Can earn some more money
  57. HALSEY – Only modest of late and was 6th in a claimer at Fontainebleau over 2000m on 31 March. Others make more appeal
  58. FIRST LADY STAR – Yet to win a race and finished 11th in a Conditions race at Pornichet-La Baule over 2400m on 25 March. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  59. HELLO VEGA – Has not show much so far and was 12th in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1300m on 2 November. Returns from a break and could need this run
  60. SONARAH – Showed some improvement when 5th in a claimer at Fontainebleau over 1800m on 13 March. More is needed to beat these rivals
  61. NOUS TROIS – Did not show her best when 8th in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 29 January. Capable of much better and has claims in this line-up
  62. RED MOON – Showed improvement when runner-up in a claimer at Lyon-La Soie over 2400m on 21 March. Can be a threat to these rivals
  63. ROSA MIA – Needed her last run when 9th in a Conditions hurdle at Auteuil over 3000m on 14 March. Has won on the flat and is not out of it
    Summary: NOUS TROIS (7) finished close up at this level last time, beating several of today’s rivals, and arrives here freshened up with strong claims of going one better. P’TIT ROCK (1) was well held behind a filly who has since franked the form and could be a leading player on that evidence. RED MOON (8) looks capable of confirming her recent runner-up effort at Lyon. ROSA MIA (9), back in the grade of her sole win and partnered by an in-form rider, is another to respect.
    SELECTIONS
    NOUS TROIS (7) – P’TIT ROCK (1) – RED MOON (8) – ROSA MIA (9)
    C7 – PRIX DE COMPIEGNE – 2500m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  64. HORAGE – Finished 7th on debut in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1900m on 3 March. Capable of improvement and is not out of it
  65. ARIOSTO – Returned from a break and finished 6th in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 15 March. Fitter this time and could be a threat
  66. BOX OFFICER – Kept to the PSF so far and was fourth in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1900m on 26 March. Big chance in this line-up
  67. PRINCENOIR – Has not shown much in two starts, the latest when tenth in a Conditions race at Pornichet-La Baule over 2400m on 25 March. Needs major improvement to win
  68. BROMUS – Finished 11th on debut in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 19 March. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
  69. SARENZO – A runner-up on debut in a Conditions race at Durtal over 2300m on 22 March. Should fight out the finish once again
    Summary: BOX OFFICER (3) shaped well when fourth in a stronger contest at Chantilly and looks ideally placed to take advantage of this opportunity. That form sets a solid standard in this field. SARENZO (6) went close on debut and, with natural improvement expected, rates the main danger. HORAGE (1) is better than his latest effort and could bounce back into the placings, while ARIOSTO (2) is entitled to progress from his recent return and is not ruled out.
    SELECTIONS – BOX OFFICER (3) – SARENZO (6) – HORAGE (1) – ARIOSTO (2)

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