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R1 Longchamp [R-H]

C1 – PRIX JACQUES LAFFITTE – 1850m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Listed – Flat – EUR € 47,600

  1. LIBERTY LANE – A 2.25-length winner of a Listed races over 2000m at Newmarket in the UK on 1 November. He is making his debut in France but must be a lively contender
  2. MATAURI BAY – Beaten 4 lengths into 3rd place in a Conditions race over 1600m at Chantilly on 8 March. Has a bit to do against this level of opposition
  3. CASAPUEBLO – A 2-length winner of his comeback run in a Conditions race over 1900m at Chantilly on 8 March. Has been supplemented into the race and must be taken seriously
  4. INVOLVEMENT – Won a race over 1900m at Meydan in Dubai on 6 March. Has been competitive at this level at Deauville and could place
  5. DIEGO VENTURA – Finished 3rd in a Gr3 over 2000m in Rome, Italy, on 2 November. He has won at the course and has good form at this level.
  6. FRANKLY GOOD CEN – A comfortable 2.5 length winner of a Conditions race over 1800m at Chantilly on 16 March. An excellent comeback after an 8-month break and having run well in two successive Gr1s, will enjoy the drop in class
  7. DIVINE CHRISNAT – A mediocre 9th in a Handicap over 1900m at Deauville on 7 April. Looks to be outclassed in this event
    Summary: FRANKLY GOOD CEN (6) impressed when coming back from a layoff to win comfortably and this useful 4-year-old has proven himself at a high level and should have come on after his break. CASAPUEBLO (3) has been supplemented into this race and is expected to be competitive at this level. LIBERTY LANE (1) carries top weight and but brings a lot of experience into the race. DIEGO VENTURA (5) is proven on the track and should race fresh after a break.
    SELECTIONS
    FRANKLY GOOD CEN (6) – CASAPUEBLO (3) – LIBERTY LANE (1) – DIEGO VENTURA (5)
    C2 – PRIX DE LA GROTTE – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Gr3 – Flat – EUR € 73,200
  8. NARISSA – Ran 3rd in a Gr1 over this course and distance on 5 October. She was only 1.25 lengths behind GREEN SPIRIT (7) on that occasion and will be a threat in this event
  9. EVOLUTIONIST – A well-beaten 3rd in a Gr1 over 1600m at Newmarket in the UK on 10 October. She ran well enough to deserve respect in this race
  10. PIERCHIC – Narrowly beaten in a Conditions race over 1600m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on 27 March. Good effort but may be outclassed in this field
  11. ANASHKAYA – A close-up 3rd in a Listed race over 1800m at Chantilly on 8 March. Has a lot to do to win but is another whose fitness cannot be questioned
  12. KENDELYA – Failed to show when 15th in a Listed race over this course and distance on 4 October. She is clearly better that last run but has a lot to do to feature in this
  13. CERAMIC – A 4-length 2nd in a Listed race over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on 15 March. That was a good effort and she has fitness on her side
  14. GREEN SPIRIT – Beaten 1 length in a Gr1 over this course and distance on 5 October. She was unbeaten in four starts prior to that and despite a break she looks hard to oppose in this event
    Summary: GREEN SPIRIT (7) won her first four races, including Gr2 and a Gr3 last season and lost her unbeaten record in Gr1 last time. She holds third-placed NARISSA (1), who was a strong finishing third, on that run but it could come down to which has the better fitness. EVOLUTIONIST (2), also has Gr1 form in the UK and needs to be respected. CERAMIC (6) has had a warm-up run and should be competitive.
    SELECTIONS
    GREEN SPIRIT (7) – NARISSA (1) – EVOLUTIONIST (2) – CERAMIC (6)
    C3 – PRIX DU PAVILLON ROYAL – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 2 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 50,900
  15. ZULU WARRIOR – Not beaten far when 4th in a Conditions race over 2200m at Fontainebleau on 17 March. A winner of a Quinté+ he made an encouraging return from a break last time and there could be more to come
  16. KARLA JET – Finished 8th in a Handicap over 2400m at Saint-Cloud on 15 March. That was her first run after a break and based on her early form she should come on markedly from that run
  17. DONE DEAL – Was 7th in a Condtions race over 2400m at Saint-Cloud on 29 March. His penultimate run afer a break was decent behind some good horses and it is best to put a line through that last run
  18. GERARD TER BORCH – aAdecent 6th in a Conditions race over 1800m at Fontainebleau on 17 March. That was a reasonable comeback after a break and should be more competitive over this distance
  19. DON’T SHUT ME DOWN – A reasonable 7th in a Handicap over 2400m at Saint-Cloud on 15 March. While his recent form has been moderate he reunites with Maxime Guyon who has been aboard for both his victories
  20. SEONA – Ran well to finish 2nd in a Handicap over 2000m at Compiegne on 27 March. A good start to the season and can only improve
  21. FIUMICCINO – Ran 2nd in a Hurdle race ovet 3400m at Compiegne on 23 March. He may have got some confidence back over the jumps but has his work cut out in this
  22. MARINALEDA – A decent 2nd in a Handicap over 1900m at Saint-Cloud on 19 March. She is in good form but will be having her first run over this trip
  23. MOST GLAMOROUS – A promising 4th in a Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 19 March. She appears to be improving with each run and that should make her competitive in this line-up
  24. REMBRAND TO GO – A close-up 3rd in a Handicap over 2400m at Compiegne on 27 March. Rarely runs a bad race and this honest performer will have his supporters
  25. SHRIHARA – Ran 5th in a Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 19 March. She is consistent performer and is more likely to place than win
  26. LINFASOMMER – A moderate 7th in a Handicap over 1900m at Chantilly on 23 March. She is running reasonably well but is not sure to see out the distance
  27. ZILRAK – A moderate 9th in a Handicap over 3000m at Fontainebleau on 31 March. Has a good record at this course and will be fitted with blinkers for the first time
  28. KENCHAK – Won a Condtions race over 2700m at Chantilly on 31 January. That was a good win but he probably needs further to be at his best
  29. PINK MONDAY – Finished 8th in a Handicap over 2400m at Lyon La Soie om 11 March. He will improve on that race after a rest but needs to find more
  30. DEMPY – Finished 5th in a Handicap over 2400m at Saint-Cloud on 15 March. Another honest performer but he could struggle against this class of field
    Summary: KARLA JET (2) was a really decent three-year-old and ran well in her first Quinté+ after a rest. She has more to offer and should fight out the finish. DONE DEAL (3) came back well from a break but then went off the boil, However, he has ability and can show more. DON’T SHUT ME DOWN (5) is back with Maxime Guyon up and should run well again. MOST GLAMOROUS (9) ran well over 2000m last time and will benefit from the extra 400m while MARINALEDA (8) should run well if she sees out the trip.
    SELECTIONS
    KARLA JET (2) – DONE DEAL (3) – DON’T SHUT ME DOWN (5) – MOST GLAMOROUS (9)
    C4 – PRIX DE FONTAINEBLEAU – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Gr3 – Flat – EUR € 73,200
  31. TALMAS – Returned form a break and was runner-up in a Conditions race at Chantilly over this distance on 12 March. Tougher task this time
  32. DORZAL – Did not show his best when 9th in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 9 November. Returns from a break and could need this run
  33. CAMPACITE – Very consistent so far and was runner-up in a Group 1 at Saint-Cloud over this distance on 26 October. Can contest the finish once again
  34. KOMOREBI – A winner of two of his four starts last year and finished runner-up last time out in a Group 3 at this track over 1400m on 11 September. Can be a real threat if fit from his break
  35. LYNEHAM – A winner of both his starts last year, the latest a Conditions race at Chantilly over this distance on 14 October. Deserves respect for those wins and can make the frame
  36. REGAL RESOLVE – A winner of his last two starts on the PSF, the latest in a Listed race at Chantilly over 1800m on 27 October. Returns to the turf after a break but is clearly not out of it
  37. ELASTIC – A winner of two of his four starts, including last time out in a Listed race at Saint-Cloud over this distance on 15 March. Can earn some more money
  38. NIGHTTIME – Has done very little wrong so far and finished runner-up in a Group 1 at this track over 1400m on 5 October. Returns from a break but can score if fit enough
    Summary: A vry interesting race in which well-related NIGHTTIME (8), a son of Wootton Bassett, impressed connections last autumn and should be well suited by this distance. KOMOREBI (4), runner-up to the selection in a Group 3 last summer, is another to note returning from a break as well. Supplemented REGAL RESOLVE (6) is progressing through the ranks with big ambitions, while CAMPACITE (3), a Group 1 runner-up for his current connections, brings both class and experience to the table so must be respected.
    SELECTIONS
    NIGHTTIME (8) – KOMOREBI (4) – REGAL RESOLVE (6) – CAMPACITE (3)
    C5 – PRIX NOAILLES – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Gr3 – Flat – EUR € 73,200
  39. MIRIK – Finished behind SAINT MARTIN (5) when second over 2100m at Saint-Cloud in a Conditional Listed on 15 March. He may have to settle for the same result
  40. SPACE WALTZ – Finished fourth over 1800m at Chantilly in a Group 3 on 18 November 2025. First outing this year and can go close if fit
  41. MONTSECRET – Won over 1800m at Compiegne in Conditional Maiden on 10 October 2025. Having first outing this year and faces much stronger
  42. POWAI – Winner of last two starts, the latest of which was over 1600m at Chantilly in Class 2 Conditional on 15 September 2025. Having first outing this year and takes on stronger
  43. SAINT MARTIN – Winner of last two starts, the latest of which was over 2100m at Saint-Cloud in a Conditional Listed on 15 March. Merits healthy respect
  44. PEARLED MAJESTY – Won over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in Class 2 Conditional on 10 March. Christophe Soumillon rides and he should feature
  45. HARDY WARRIOR – Victorious over 1600m at Naas in Ireland on 22 March. James Doyle rides and he is the horse to beat
  46. WAYBREAKER – Finished behind SAINT MARTIN (5) when fifth over 2100m at Saint-Cloud in a Conditional Listed on 15 March. He may battle to turn the form around
  47. ZARAMIX – Made the natural improvement when victorious over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in Conditional Maiden on 15 March. He is progressive but takes on much stronger
    Summary: HARDY WARRIOR (7) won his return with ease in Ireland. He finished fourth in the Group 1 Criterium International in his penultimate effort. James Doyle rides and he has a good winning chance. SPACE WALTZ (2) is having his first outing this year. He is a horse with ability and should pose a massive threat. SAINT MARTIN (5) is in top form this year and merits healthy respect. PEARLED MAJESTY (6) takes another rise in class after two victories under Christophe Soumillon. Hat-trick chance.
    SELECTIONS
    HARDY WARRIOR (7) – SPACE WALTZ (2) – SAINT MARTIN (5) – PEARLED MAJESTY (6)
    C6 – PRIX LORD SEYMOUR – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Listed – Flat – EUR € 47,600
  48. BIRR CASTLE – Finished seventh over 2700m at Chantilly in Class 1 Conditional on 8 March. Drawn in pole position but others have a stronger winning chance
  49. MARQUISAT – Won over 2400m at Saint-Cloud in Conditional Listed on 19 March. He loves racing on this course and is a threat
  50. GOLDEN CALL – Finished behind MARQUISAT (2) when fifth over 2400m at Saint-Cloud in Conditional Listed on 19 March. He may battle to turn the form around
  51. ARABIAN FORCE – Finished third over 2850m at Ascot in Conditional Listed on 3 October 2025. Christophe Soumillon rides and he merits obvious consideration
  52. DARING PRINCE – Finished behind MARQUISAT (2) when fourth over 2400m at Saint-Cloud in Conditional Listed on 19 March. He may have to settle for the same result
  53. ZARRAF – Finished fifth over 2400m at Lyon Parilly in Conditional Listed on 7 November 2025. First outing this year and others are preferred
  54. MAP OF STARS – Is better than latest when seventh in the Group 2 Qatar Prix Foy over 2400m on this track on 7 September 2025. He is a horse with class and can go close on previous form
  55. AVIDE – Finished second over 1950m at Le Mans in Class 1 Conditional on 29 October 2025. First outing this year and may find it difficult to win this
    Summary: MAP OF STARS (7) is better than his last start in the Group 2 Qatar Prix Foy. He has another crack at 2400m and on best form shown, he may be the one to beat. MARQUISAT (2) won his last start over this distance at Saint-Cloud. He loves racing on this course and should go close. ARABIAN FORCE (4) is a visitor from the United Kingdom and Christophe Soumillon rides. He merits obvious consideration. DARING PRINCE (5) finished behind MARQUISAT (2) last time and may have to settle for the same result.
    SELECTIONS
    MAP OF STARS (7) – MARQUISAT (2) – ARABIAN FORCE (4) – DARING PRINCE (5)
    C7 – PRIX DE LA MUETTE – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 24,000
  56. WARAMINI – Had to overcome a wide draw when unplaced over 1400m at Chantilly in Handicap on 16 March. She will strip fitter and can go close
  57. THE TINKER – Finished unplaced over 1400m at Chantilly in Handicap on 16 March. Others have a stronger winning chance
  58. JOUR DE COEUR – Finished seventh over 1600m at Le Mans in Class 2 Conditional on 4 March. She needs to produce her previous form to have a say
  59. SUGARCANE – Finished fifth over 1700m at Marseille Borely in Class 2 Handicap on 27 September 2025. Returns from a rest and others are preferred
  60. HOWITZER – Won over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in Handicap on 24 March. Christophe Soumillon rides and he merits healthy respect
  61. MENACANT – Finished unplaced over 1800m at Chantilly in Conditional Listed on 8 March. Look elsewhere
  62. FATA MORGANA – Finished behind HOWITZER (5) when fifth over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in Handicap on 24 March. She may battle to turn the form around
  63. BAYRAMOVA – Finished fourth over 1800m at Le Croise-Laroche in Conditional Maiden on 20 March. Mickael Barzalona rides and she may have more improvement to come
  64. REMENBER CHOPE – Won over 1400m at Chantilly in Handicap on 16 March. Will need luck from the wide barrier position
  65. DELIRE D’AMOUR – Finished third over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in Handicap on 24 March. She possesses a good turn of foot and is a threat
  66. SPACE GOOD – Won over 2000m at Marseille Pont de Vivaux in Conditional Maiden on 4 March. He is a horse with scope and with luck in running, he can feature
  67. ROSKIVA FAL – Finished second over 1600m at La Teste-Bassin Arcachon in Conditional Maiden on 21 March. Is looking for first-career victory
  68. PASANG – Finished behind HOWITZER (5) when fourth over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in Handicap on 24 March. She may have to settle for the same result
  69. GOLDEN MAZEL – Finished third over 1600m at Lignieres in Conditional Maiden on 29 November 2025. Having first outing this year and may need the run
  70. PARVAGE – Finished second over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in Handicap on 24 March. He has scope and chance with luck from the widest draw
  71. MARASI DRIVE – Finished eighth over 1800m at Fontainebleau in Conditional Maiden on 6 March. Cristian Demuro rides and needs to show improvement
    Summary: WARAMINI (1) had to overcome a wide draw in her first outing this year. She tries the mile for the first time and if seeing out the extra distance on offer, she can go close. DELIRE D’AMOUR (10) possesses a good turn of foot and from pole position, she is one of the leading contenders. HOWITZER (5) was victorious at Saint-Cloud on 24 March. Christophe Soumillon rides and he merits healthy respect. PARVAGE (15) showed improvement to finish second at Saint-Cloud last time. Drawn widest but he cannot be ignored.
    SELECTIONS
    WARAMINI (1) – DELIRE D’AMOUR (10) – HOWITZER (5) – PARVAGE (15)
    C8 – PRIX DU PAVILLON DAUPHINE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 25,900
  72. SHEEMA’S ROSE – Finished eighth over 3000m at Saint-Cloud in Conditional Listed on 29 March. Needs to find form of penultimate outing
  73. DICX – Finished fourth over 3200m at Le Mans in Class 2 Conditional on 4 March. He has scope and can surprise
  74. ROULETTE – Won over 2400m at Lyon La Soie in Class 4 Handicap on 11 March. Chance with luck from the wide barrier position
  75. ERLING – Finished unplaced over 2400m at Compiegne in Class 3 Handicap on 27 March. Others have a stronger winning chance
  76. CLICCLIC PANPANPAN – Winner of last two starts over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap, the latest of which was on 29 March. Hat-trick chance
  77. SHALOHA – Should have finished closer when seventh over 2400m at Pornichet in Class 4 Handicap on 25 March. Cristian Demuro rides and she can win from a good draw
  78. ATHINEOS – Finished eighth over 2400m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 15 March. Overlook
  79. LADY MADELEINE – Finished third over 2600m at Fontainebleau in Conditional Maiden on 13 March. She has scope and can finish on the podium
  80. BRIONA – Finished fifth over 2400m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 15 March. Needs to find form of penultimate run when victorious
  81. LOLLIPOP DES PINS – Won over 2400m at Pornichet in Class 4 Handicap on 25 March. Can follow up with luck in running
  82. JAYCLE DE GREE – Finished fourth over 2700m at Chantilly in Class 3 Conditional on 10 January. He always gives of his best and merits consideration
  83. MARTIAL ART – Finished second over 2400m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 15 March. He is in a good space and runs well for Eddy Hardouin
  84. BEAUTIFUL MEMORY – Finished eighth over 2400m at Pornichet in Class 4 Handicap on 25 March. Look elsewhere
  85. LUCY GALESTE – Supplemented for this race. Finished third over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Handicap on 19 March. Maxime Guyon rides and she can go close
    Summary: SHALOHA (6) should have finished closer last time as she didn’t have a clear run. She is a three-time winner this season and can feature with Cristian Demuro up. CLICCLIC PANPANPAN (5) is a winner of her last two starts. She is suited to this track and can bring up the hat-trick. LUCY GALESTE (14) has produced two decent runs this year. Maxime Guyon rides and she cannot be discounted. LOLLIPOP DES PINS (10) won her last outing at Pornichet. She is in a good space and merits healthy respect.
    SELECTIONS
    SHALOHA (6) – CLICCLIC PANPANPAN (5) – LUCY GALESTE (14) – LOLLIPOP DES PINS (10)
    R4 PONTCHATEAU [L-H]

C1 – PRIX EQUURES – 2800m (a2m) – Class G Amateur Drivers – Harness – EUR € 6,000

  1. IBIS DU LYS – Finished last of 10 on comeback in a Maure-de-Bretagne claimer a month ago, and is unlikely to garner much support
  2. INTENSE ACE – Has tended to show more in the monte discipline these days and appears to be here just for a change of scenery
  3. HEROINE DE TALA – Ran 4th at Cordemais on 8 March, then repeated at Cholet a fortnight later. Hind shoes back on here but still has the wherewithal to finish in the mix
  4. HE MISS DEIHA – Briefly lost her way over the winter but ran 2nd in an Orleans Class H last Monday. Has been reconfigured for the occasion and can make a big splash if still in shape
  5. HAUGAIN – Good, consistent trotter with fine amateur references. Clearly in race-mode for return to the game and has a realistic chance of winning this
  6. HERMINE SIMARDIERE – Has found her niche in the amateur category. Has a race under her belt following the winter break and will not be far off the mark if she takes to the new profile
  7. ILLUSTRE BLUE – Failed to live up to expectations at Marseille-Borély on 13 March. Sports modified shoeing and returns to the amateur category with a decent hand to play
  8. HEAR DESTIN – By no means the best horses here, and was trounced on his recent comeback, but has form in the amateur division and cannot be ruled out
  9. HANNAH DU BERYL – Modest mare that was eliminated on comeback at La Guerche-de-Bretagne 2 weeks ago. Shoes back on and not a priority
  10. JOBIC KERGWEN – Has ample ability but is never far from losing his action. Is shod after his spell and unlikely to spice things up
  11. JOLYA DE POMMERAYE – Raced and placed on sole amateur outing but stays shod for return to competition and can be ruled out
  12. IRIS D’AVIGNERE – Can prove a handful but pleased in both amateur starts this term. Failed to deliver at Pontchateau though and others preferred
  13. INDIGO SIMARDIERE – Modest individual making first start since early-November. Is barefoot for the occasion but can expect to have few friends
  14. JOKER GES – Left a very good impression on re-entry last Sunday when 5th in a Fougeres Class F. Trainer could not have wished for a better entry and Sébastien Rocher will be expected to deliver
    Summary: Nicely-engaged close to the limit of earnings, JOKER GES (14) gave a good account of himself on re-entry at Fougeres last weekend and, with form maintained can win his first race for 2.5 years. HAUGAIN (5) presents fine amateur credentials and will be barefoot for his return to competition. HE MISS DEIHA (4) seldom disappoints in the amateur division, went close at Orleans on Monday, and even though sporting a new formula still looks competitively well in. HEROINE DE TALA (3) has imposed just the once in 91 starts but is clearly in fine condition and ran 2nd here in mid-February.
    SELECTIONS
    JOKER GES (14) – HAUGAIN (5) – HE MISS DEIHA (4) – HEROINE DE TALA (3)
    C2 – PRIX DES COURSES DE LOUDEAC – 2800m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 19,500
  15. NANA DU MESNIL – Untried filly that qualified in 1’19’0 at Grosbois last August. Takes on some good horses first time out and is unlikely to cause an upset
  16. NEW ORLEANS WIND – Qualified in 1’18’6 at Caen last June. Has been afforded bags of time to grow into herself and is clearly in this to win this
  17. NISKA DES ARRIS – Qualified in 1’19’0 at Caen last September. Damien Bonne gets the nod for career debut and will afford her a competitive drive
  18. NEMESIS JULMA – Showed decent potential in qualification but failed to come good when eliminated at Graignes last Saturday, first time out. On better behaviour though, can trot her way in to the money
  19. NEREIDE SIBEY – Eliminated in both starts to date but is well-regarded at home, and will not be far off the mark if Gauthier Baudouin manages to keep her focused
  20. NANILLE DES APRES – Returns to the harness code after a modest run under the saddle and in this category appears to have no possible chance
  21. NACARA BELLA – Put away after comfortably winning an Auch Class F on debut in early-November. Will have work in her though and the new configuration may be just the ticket. Place chance
  22. NUITEE D’AMOUR – Runner-up in both outings to date, most recently a Graignes Class F on 22 February. In this field though, will have too much to do
  23. NOTRE HISTOIRE – Has yet to get off the mark but has the look of a serious future prospect, and it will not be long before she loses her maiden tag
    Summary: Nicely-related, and fastest qualifier in the field, NEW ORLEANS WIND (2) has been entrusted to Eric Raffin for his career debut, sports front pads for the occasion, and will be heavily-backed to impose. She will be opposed though by the improving, and reconfigured, NOTRE HISTOIRE (9) who pleasantly surprised at Caen late last month, and the promising but spirited NEREIDE SIBEY (5) who will have her chances if she stays focused. NACARA BELLA (7) was sent for a rest after imposing at Auch last November at the first time of asking; she sports 4 pads for the first time and, despite her absence, still looks competitive for a place on the podium.
    SELECTIONS
    NEW ORLEANS WIND (2) – NOTRE HISTOIRE (9) – NEREIDE SIBEY (5) – NACARA BELLA (7)
    C3 – PRIX YVES ET JEAN MOYON – 2800m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 19,500
  24. MAGIC GARLINOIS – Sent for a rest after getting off the mark last September. Left a good impression on comeback here, will have come on for the race, and can pick up a first-5 cheque
  25. MAT DES CHARRONS – Showed some promise last season but has placed just once in 3 starts this year and at this level will need to find more
  26. MAGICIO BELLO – Put away last October after having placed in all 3 starts. Is competitively-shod for his re-entry and Antoine Wiels will be anticipating a big performance
  27. MISTRAL D’HERMES – Imposed at Chartres on 1 March before running 2nd at Graignes 3 weeks later. Is reunited with Eric Raffin who will be expecting to win this
  28. MOMO DE MIENNAIS – Moderate colt that has yet to wow his connections. Made some headway at Saint-Malo, but not enough to be considered a player
  29. MAGICIEN LUDOIS – Has yet to make his mark this term but pleased here on re-entry before being disqualified and deserves a 2nd chance
  30. MAESTRO TEJY – Honest type that encouraged here 2 weeks ago but takes on some better horses this time and is unlikely to spring any surprises
  31. MEGAFLO BELLO – Has taken his game up a notch since the start of the year. Is unlikely to lose his maiden tag but can nevertheless challenge for a place in the picture
  32. MADRAS – Was oddly lacklustre on re-entry at Laval a fortnight back, but showed considerable potential in 2025. Will have progressed for the run and cannot be discounted
    Summary: MISTRAL D’HERMES (4) has done everything asked of him since starting to race barefoot and seems capable of bringing home the bacon. MAGICIO BELLO (3) showed significant promise last season and with hind shoes off for comeback will be no easy touch. MAGICIEN LUDOIS (6) has not been the most fortunate since returning to competition but he is a colt for the future and, with application, could even open his 2026 account. MEGAFLO BELLO (8) returns to the provinces after holding his own at Enghien and even though incurring the penalty this time will not be available at 56-1.
    SELECTIONS
    MISTRAL D’HERMES (4) – MAGICIO BELLO (3) – MAGICIEN LUDOIS (6) – MEGAFLO BELLO (8)
    C4 – PRIX DES BENEVOLES – 2800m (a2m) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 20,000
  33. KAOLIN DE FONTAINE – Capable under harness but has yet to demonstrate any particular flair for the ridden game and others easier to back
  34. KALINA VENDEENNE – Debuts in the discipline following some disappointing harness efforts, most recently losing her action here 2 weeks ago. Is shod to preference this time and has a decent chance of picking up some prizemoney
  35. KARTING BOY – Ran good 3rd in a Class E over course and distance on 6 March. Faulted at Fougeres next time but on good behaviour should be able to contest a spot in the frame
  36. KING HAUFOR – Showed improvement in a Fougeres Class E last weekend but has a lot more to find this time
  37. KERVIGNAC – Serious type that caught the eye on Chartres return last Sunday. Is behind in earnings and has a reasonable chance of fighting out the finish
  38. JOYEUX DE BOLERO – Ran 2nd at Meslay-du-Maine on his monte bow on 17 March and could have picked up another cheque had he not faulted at Angers. Faces some superior horses this time but should still not be entirely written off
  39. KOBALT APPLE – Switches codes for the first time after 3 consecutive harness eliminations. Hails from a yard firing on all cylinders and will be no soft touch
  40. KEROS DE BEAULIEU – Has imposed just the once in this branch of the business but has merit nevertheless. Drops down the category-ladder and should represent a decent first-5 candidate
  41. KALEDA DE LA COUR – Put in a very good showing when victorious in a Class G over course and distance in early-March. Is back in the code after prepping under harness and will be barefoot again. Claim
  42. KAMES MERITE – Finished last but one in a Rambouillet Class F a fortnight back. Benefits from a good entry and Agathe Poulain will be hoping to deliver
    Summary: Absent from the code for 2.5 years, KALEDA DE LA COUR (9) got straight down to business on his return to the discipline last month and, barefoot again, can confirm. Mathis Champenois will still want to be keeping tabs on KERVIGNAC (5) who will have come on for last weekend’s encouraging return run, and the tricky but talented KOBALT APPLE (7) who sports a fresh configuration and who will be partnered by the good Estelle Croisic for his monte bow. KARTING BOY (3) gave a good account of himself here last month and, if applied, can again finish close.
    SELECTIONS
    KALEDA DE LA COUR (9) – KERVIGNAC (5) – KOBALT APPLE (7) – KARTING BOY (3)
    C5 – PRIX DE LA COMMUNAUTE DE COMMUNES – 2800m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  43. LUMIERE DU TREZON – Completely out of the picture in last 3 starts. Has made the frame just once in 22 outings and can expect to have few takers
  44. LUTECE DES BOIS – Moderate mare starting for the first time since last June. Shoes off but still not a concern
  45. LATINA DU PARC – Returns to racing barefoot after a comeback run at Cherbourg. Will be barefoot this time and could pick up some minor honours
  46. LINKA D’ADELE – Yet to get off the mark but always gives her best. At this level though, will have her work cut out
  47. LOVELY DEVOL – Not the most productive of mares but is not short of talent. Has 2 runs under her belt, goes barefoot this time, and is eminently capable of finishing close
  48. LERMINE D’OLIVERIE – Is not entirely without merit but is as spirited as they get and has nothing to offer on first start back
  49. LAUREATE SPEED – Tricky element making first appearance since September. Showed considerable promise last year and while unlikely to be completely race-fit, should nevertheless acquit herself competitively
  50. LOUNABELLA – Got straight back in the game on just 2nd start since the winter break, winning a Castillones Class F last Monday, however a repeat is an unrealistic ask
  51. LEGENDE D’OLIVERIE – Had a recce of Pontchateau 2 weeks ago on her first start since early-January. Goes barefoot this time and could well impose
  52. LUNOA D’ECHAL – Capricious in both disciplines but has had the benefit of 2 conditioners. Is better than most here and can wrap this up if Eric Raffin keeps her trotting
  53. LUIGIA JIBELA – Ran 3rd in a Nantes Class E on 21 February but was eliminated at Maure a month later. The revised formula though may be just what the doctor ordered
  54. LA TERRE DU BANNEY – Showed considerable potential at 3 but has been off the boil since and will first need to re-establish her credentials
  55. LIBERTE DE L’AUNAY – Dependable mare whose recent Ecommoy run did not go unnoticed. Starts alone on the back line but still has the wherewithal to pick up a cheque
    Summary: Complicated she may be but LUNOA D’ECHAL (10) has bags of ability; she will be fit by now and with Eric Raffin reining has every chance of trotting her way back into the winners’ circle. He will still be mindful of LEGENDE D’OLIVERIE (9) who will be barefoot as she was when imposing at Chartres last season, and the handy LOVELY DEVOL (5) who will race barefoot for the first time this year. LUIGIA JIBELA (11) lost her action last time but has been reconfigured for her return to the venue and, with application, will be no pushover.
    SELECTIONS
    LUNOA D’ECHAL (10) – LEGENDE D’OLIVERIE (9) – LOVELY DEVOL (5) – LUIGIA JIBELA (11)
    C6 – PRIX DU COMITE REGIONAL DE L’OUEST – 2800m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  56. KERBEROS – 34 starts and yet to lose his maiden tag. Has failed to impress in either start this term and will have few friends
  57. KILLY D’IRATY – Kicked the year off respectably but has failed to impress since. Reverts to racing with front pads but already looks to be out of his depth
  58. KYLEBEAU DU LUOT – Eliminated on re-entry under the saddle at Caen a month ago. Has no references at this level and is not about to create a surprise
  59. KING DE CHAMPIGNY – Hardy element starting for first time since August last year. Is barefoot for the occasion but is still going to need the race
  60. KING STEED – Can prove a handful but left a good impression in a Laval Class D early last month. Has yet to deliver at Pontchateau but looks close to his race and can give KILIMANDJARO PLAYA (16) something to think about
  61. KORIOLIS DE ZIETTE – Unraced since coming 2nd in a 2700m Vincennes Class F 2 months ago, but won his sole start at the venue, and from the front row can give this a good go
  62. KUROKO LAUAR – Capable on a good day but has just the one race in him since the autumn and would be preferred competitively-shod
  63. KADOR DES TITHAIS – Imposed at Nantes in February before running 3rd in a Caen Class F a fortnight ago. Is new to the venue but in present shape is hard to ignore
  64. KILDARE – Showed improvement when 3rd at Le Mont-Saint-Michel on 8 March. In better company this time, but has hind shoes off, ran 2nd on his only Pontchateau appearance, and cannot be discounted
  65. KADEO JOSSELYN – Complicated sort that has done nothing of note since last summer. Will be barefoot following his Challans comeback run but still not a priority
  66. KING OF DAY – Still a maiden after 34 racecourse outings. Is not devoid of ability but stays shod and best to wait
  67. KOOPER – Given a couple of months to recalibrate after having disappointed on his re-entry. Is competitively-shod for the occasion, nicely-engaged on the front line, and should be good enough to make first 5 this time
  68. KARMA TEJY – Stays shod after having run surprising 4th in a Chartres Class D last Sunday. Is unlikely to repeat but, with form maintained, can hold his own
  69. KRONOS DE VANDEL – Handy type preparing for a campaign under the saddle and can be passed over
  70. KAZAN BEACH – Showed improvement behind KILIMANDJARO PLAYA (16) at Enghien on 10 March. Ran 2nd on lone Pontchateau start but still cannot be considered a priority
  71. KILIMANDJARO PLAYA – Has not put a foot wrong since the turn of the year. Would have finished closer last time had he not lost ground early, but can more than make amends if Eric Raffin gets him off on the right foot
  72. KOQUIN D’AMOUR – Kicked the year off with 2 fine Nantes performances, but below-par at Caen last month. Pleased on his sole Pontchateau start though, benefits from a good entry, and reverts to a formula that has served him well
    Summary: Giving away distance at Pontchateau is never an easy thing to do, but considering the display that KILIMANDJARO PLAYA (16) produced at Maure-de-Bretagne last month, anything is possible, even with shoes fitted. He will be opposed though by front line starters KING STEED (5), whose Laval performance was particularly encouraging, KORIOLIS DE ZIETTE (6) who returns to the provinces after going close in Paris, and KADOR DES TITHAIS (8) who has done little wrong over the past couple of months.
    SELECTIONS
    KILIMANDJARO PLAYA (16) – KING STEED (5) – KORIOLIS DE ZIETTE (6) – KADOR DES TITHAIS (8)
    C7 – PRIX LECLERC DISTRIBUTION – 2800m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 27,000
  73. INSTANT DU BOIS – Disappointing in both starts this year. Is not without merit but will first need to reassure
  74. JOKER DE MARZY – Was contesting the finish in a Vincennes Class E mid-February when he lost his action. Has been afforded time to recalibrate, has been reconfigured and, on good behaviour, has a reasonable chance of making first 5
  75. INDY DE MAI – Took little time getting back in shape, most recently 3rd in a Royan La Palmyre Class F last weekend. Sports modified shoeing but in this company will have too much to do
  76. JUPITER DE MAISY – Made up for Graignes elimination when 2nd in a Mauquenchy Class F 10 days ago. Has previously won here when barefoot and in current condition is easy to like for a place in the frame
  77. JASMIN PHIL – Difficult trotter returning to the harness code after disappointing under the saddle at Chartres. Pleased here last summer but it appears to have been a one-off
  78. JILANZA DU MOULIN – Hardy mare with significantly better aptitude for the monte discipline and will have other ambitions
  79. JEUDI DES RACQUES – Unable to confirm good Cordemais run when failing to fire in a Cholet Class E 3 weeks ago. Has previously won at the venue, returns to racing barefoot, and cannot be discounted
  80. JENUFA – Has been giving a good account of herself for some time. Needs to sharpen up a little but will be shod to preference and should not be entirely overlooked
  81. JADE – Showed his form at Le Croisé-Laroche in early-March prior to prepping under the saddle at Caen later in the month. Returns to racing shod as he was that day and is unlikely to be far off the mark
  82. JULIANO STILE – Got back in the game when 2nd in a Maure-de-Bretagne Class E on 24 March. Goes well when barefoot and can contest the finish if he manages to stay in stride
  83. JAVA DE BOITRON – Has looked decidedly ordinary in all 5 starts this term. Has never shown any fondness for Pontchateau and will have few friends
  84. INCONTOURNABLE – Secured a hat-trick 13 months ago but has failed to make his mark since and is not a player
  85. JUST DE LA MORTRIE – Quality element that pulled off a hat-trick last autumn. Has one race in him since the spell and, competitively-shod for the occasion, can bring the fight to his stablemate
  86. JOB DE CHOISEL – Wonderfully-consistent when barefoot and focused. Ran 3rd in a Cordemais Class E in late-February, comes here fresh, and will be well-backed to win this
    Summary: Sylvain Dupont is well-represented here with the fine JOB DE CHOISEL (14) who enjoys a golden entry, and JUST DE LA MORTRIE (13) who will be shod to preference for his first objective of the year. JULIANO STILE (10) is very hard to fault when focused and his recent Maure-de-Bretagne run stands him in good stead. JUPITER DE MAISY (4) has been knocking at the door and Theo Raffin can be confident of a good performance.
    SELECTIONS
    JOB DE CHOISEL (14) – JUST DE LA MORTRIE (13) – JULIANO STILE (10) – JUPITER DE MAISY (4)
    C8 – PRIX DU CAFE-PMU LE MYROS MISSILLAC – 2800m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 29,000
  87. OH CEAN – Was not disgraced on French debut, and comeback, when 6th in a Reims Class E last weekend. The run will have done him some good and he should not be too far from the action
  88. JUDGE DREDD SISU – Has failed to deliver in 2 since leaving Sweden but has had the benefit of a freshener and from the front row can give this a good go
  89. MASTER OF ZON – Has struggled since coming to France last summer. Has kicked 2026 off modestly and must first establish his credentials in France
  90. ILLYTRASS – Useful on a good day and has a race in him since the winter break. Goes barefoot this time but would have better prospects at a lower level
  91. JADE HERINIERE – Modest mare that has not been seem out since June 2025 and has no realistic chance
  92. ISARIO VENESI – Produced 3 decent performances before failing to deliver at Graignes 3 weeks ago. Starts in front here and Antonin Andre will be keen to put things right
  93. JOELLA BELLA – Has not been seen out since winning a 3000m Nantes Class F on 1 December. Sports front pads this time and, although unlikely to create an upset, can nevertheless finish in the mix
  94. REDBULL PELLINI – Changed hands after running 3rd in a Marseille-Borely Class D 2.5 weeks ago. Is well-entered on the first row, should take well to the Pontchateau profile, and will be reined by Eric Raffin. Place chance
  95. FIORANO – Form has done nothing but regress since the start of the year, latterly 7th of 10 in a Class D over course and distance early last month, and in the day’s configuration will struggle to make his mark
  96. DADA DEL RONCO – Has not been seen out since running 2nd in a Vincennes Class D on 19 December. Will be barefoot for re-entry but is expected to be race-rusty
  97. INSTINCTIF – Was given an easy comeback at Le Mont-Saint-Michel early last month. Has had time to progress but stays shod again and best to hold off
  98. IZIA DE MONGIVAL – Showed improvement at Le Croise-Laroche a fortnight back when 5th in a Class D. Has won 2 of 3 at the venue and while not a contender, should nevertheless hold her own
  99. XERAVA C.D. – Will be barefoot as she was when 3rd in a 2100m Vincennes Class D on French bow in early-February. Has bags of ability and can challenge for the win this time
  100. JUSTICIA SMART – Returns to the provinces after coming 4th in a Vincennes Class D 3 weeks ago. On the back row again, and has been reconfigured, but looks more a minor place prospect this time
  101. JOSHUA PEJI – Mixes excellence with eliminations but is classier than most here and is in with a realistic chance of making his Pontchateau debut a winning one
  102. GOLD PEJI – Unremarkable veteran starting for the first time since mid-January. Stays shod and poses no danger
  103. CERTAINLY (SWE) – Nicely-entered here but has looked very ordinary so far this term and must get his house in order
  104. JOKER DE CHOISEL – Quality individual that should not be too-hastily judged for re-entry result. Is plainly in race-mode, is well-engaged, and will not be returning home empty-handed
    Summary: With JOSHUA PEJI (15) it is almost always a question of all-or-nothing. He did, however, show his form at Enghien a month back and drops marginally in category with every chance of winning this. Damien Bonne will still want to be wary of XERAVA C.D. (13) wo ran 3rd on her Vincennes bow, and the well-engaged and in-form REDBULL PELLINI (8) who has been entrusted to Eric Raffin for the first time. Terrifically-engaged here, JOKER DE CHOISEL (18) has a race under his belt, will be shod to preference, and should prove competitive when it matters. Swedish import JUDGE DREDD SISU (2) makes just his second start for his new handler, races without front shoes this time, and clearly has the capability to play an important role.
    SELECTIONS
    JOSHUA PEJI (15) – XERAVA C.D. (13) – REDBULL PELLINI (8) – JOKER DE CHOISEL (18)
    R5 GRAIGNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DES CIGOGNES – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 23,000

  1. KANKAL – Unreliable and finished fifth in a class F at Elbeuf over 2750m on 29 March. More is needed to beat these rivals
  2. KID SMILE – Much improved this year and was succesful in a class F at Elbeuf over 2750m on 29 March. Can double up
  3. KROSS FINGERS – Battling to find best form and finished 6th in a claimer at Enghien over 2150m on 24 March. Needs to do more to score
  4. KAJAGOOGOO – Only modest of late and finished fifth in a class E at Mont-de-Marsan over 2875m on 17 March. Reverts to barefoot but needs to do more to score
  5. KEOPS DU BUHOT – Not reliable and was unplaced in a class F at Caen over 2450m on 25 March. Reverts to barefoot and can earn some money
  6. KENOR DESBOIS – Finished 9th in a class F at Caen over 2450m on 25 March. Has major disqualification issues and is probably best watched for now
  7. KISS ME DE MADKER – In good form and finished third in a class F at Cherbourg over 2625m on 6 April. Can get involved with the finish once again
  8. KING BABEL – Remains in very good shape and was third in a class E at Mont-de-Marsan over 2875m on 17 March. Should be right there at the finish
  9. KASTA DU RIB – Unreliable and was unplaced in a class F at Laval over 2850m on 18 February. Needs to do a bit more to score
  10. KLEMS DE JAVIE – Not disgraced when fourth in a class E at Rambouillet over 2800m on 29 March. Needs to do a bit more to score
  11. KOSETTE DU LINON – Not reliable and finished 8th in a class E at Mont-de-Marsan over 2875m on 17 March. Remains barefoot and might play a minor role at very best
  12. KAHIRA DES MARES – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a class E at Mont-de-Marsan over 2875m on 17 March. Remains barefoot but needs to find a few lengths to beat these rivals
  13. KARTER LEWIS – Unreliable and finished 6th in a class F at Le Croise-Laroche over 2825m on 23 March. Remains barefoot and can contest the finish
  14. KYRA D’ESSARTS – Has some fair form and finished fifth in a class E at Mont-de-Marsan over 2875m on 17 March. Remains barefoot and is clearly not out of it
    Summary: A very open-looking first event. KARTER LEWIS (13) is not reliable but remains barefoot and is capable of picking up a race of this nature. KYRA D’ESSARTS (14) has some fair recent form and should be very competitive this time around. KING BABEL (8) is in good form and would not be a surprise winner. KISS ME DE MADKER (7) has been good of late and looks likely to fight out the finish over this course and distance.
    SELECTIONS
    KARTER LEWIS (13) – KYRA D’ESSARTS (14) – KING BABEL (8) – KISS ME DE MADKER (7)
    C2 – PRIX QUERIDO II – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 26,000
  15. JACK L’EVENTREUR – Disqualified in a class F at Fougeres over 3200m on 5 April. Not easy to trust but might play a minor role at very best
  16. IT’S CLASSIC ROCK – Only modest of late and finishe fifth in a class E at Laval over 2850m on 28 March. Reverts to barefoot and is capable of scoring
  17. I LOVE YOU TEK – Not reliable and finished 8th in a class F at Alencon over 2650m on 19 October. Capapble of making the frame if fit from a break
  18. JUNE D’ERABLE – A barefoot winner in a class F at Amiens over 2900m on 15 March. Remains barefoot and is capable of following up
  19. JAMAIS – Needed his last run when 8th in a class E at this track over 2700m on 4 April. Reverts to barefoot and could challenge for top honours
  20. JOB DU PERSIL – Unreliable and finished 7th in a class E at Le Croise-Laroche over 2700m on 7 March. Remains barefoot but more is needed to score
  21. JOKER DES MOLLES – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in a claimer at Vincennes over 2100m on 12 February. Probably best watched for now
  22. JEWEL HEMSSON – Not reliable and finished fifth in a class G at Cavaillon over 2600m on 17 August. Likely to need this run returning from a break
  23. HATALANTE DE FLO – Unreliable and was unplaced in a class F at Caen over 2450m on 16 March. Reverts to barefoot and should be fitter this time. Can upset
  24. IMOW ROLAU – Successful in a class F at this track over 2700m on 22 March. Barefoot that time and is not this time but can earn some money
  25. IN LOVE D’ECAJEUL – Disqualified in a class F at Lisieux over 2100m on 26 March. Some good wins before that and is capable of winning success when smart
  26. JARDYLAND – Disqualified in a class D at Vincennes over 2850m on 20 March. Not easy to trust but is capable of earning some money
  27. INDIANA TESS – A winner of a class F mounted race at Caen over 2450m on 25 March. In excellent form this year but is probably better in that discipline
  28. JUEN EMONDEVILLE – Unreliable and finished 8th in a class F at Pontchateau over 2800m on 29 March. Needs to find a few lengths to score
    Summary: IN LOVE D’ECAJEUL (11) has a difficult starting position, but he is talented and can score again if staying in stride. JUNE D’ERABLE (4) bounced back with a barefoot victory at Amiens and remains without shoes once again, so will be a threat. JAMAIS (5) will strip fitter this time and is barefoot and ready to contest the finish. I LOVE YOU TEK (3) returns from a break but is capable of shining brightly.
    SELECTIONS
    IN LOVE D’ECAJEUL (11) – JUNE D’ERABLE (4) – JAMAIS (5) – I LOVE YOU TEK (3)
    C3 – PRIX DE LA SOCIETE DU TROTTEUR FRANCAIS – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  29. LOUP SOLITAIRE – Not reliable but was third in a class F at Chartres over 3300m on 15 March. Remains barefoot and can be competitive once again
  30. LUCKY DU MINON – Has some fair form and finished fourth in a class D at Feurs over 2225m on 15 October. Returns from a break and could need this run
  31. LEADER DE MARZY – In good shape and finished fourth in a class E at Laval over 2850m on 26 February. Should challenge for top honours once again
  32. LEADER BEACH – Has struggled of late and finished 10th in a class E at Enghien over 2875m on 10 March. Reverts to barefoot but needs major improvement to score
  33. LOKI FACTIER – Not reliable but was a good third in a class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 24 March. Remains barefoot and can be a lively danger
  34. L’ARNACOEUR – Victorious in a class F at Lisieux over 2675m on 14 March. Keeps that shoeing and can follow up if staying in stride
  35. LOUPIAC DE GODREL – Only modest of late and finished fourth in a class F at Saumur over 3250m on 29 March. Might play a minor role
  36. LAGON DU POMMEREUX – Threatening a win and was runner-up in a class F at Caen over 2450m on 25 March. Can contest the finish
  37. LOULOU DU PRATEL – Off form and finished 8th in a class F at Loudeac over 2850m on 15 March. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  38. LAGOS – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in a class F at Nantes over 3000m on 16 December. Reverts to barefoot and is capable of earning some money when smart
  39. LEADER TURGOT – Unreliable and finished 7th in a class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 29 December. Returns from a break but is capable of an upset
  40. LE LIBERTY – Unreliable and finished 6th in a class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 2 February. Needs to find a few lengths to breat these rivals
    Summary: A tricky affair in which L’ARNACOEUR (6) is hard to rely on given his disqualification issues, but he impressed when scoring at Lisieux and can follow up if in the same mood. LOUP SOLITAIRE (1) is similarly inconsistent but shaped well when third at Chartres last month and rates a live danger. LEADER DE MARZY (3) continues in good heart and should be competitive, while LAGON DU POMMEREUX (8), twice a recent runner-up, is another with solid claims.
    SELECTIONS
    L’ARNACOEUR (6) – LOUP SOLITAIRE (1) – LEADER DE MARZY (3) – LAGON DU POMMEREUX (8)
    C4 – PRIX D’HEROUVILLE SAINT CLAIR – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  41. LET’S GO SMART – Not reliable but was runner-up in a class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 27 December. Returns from a break and could earn some money
  42. LA BELLE MIKA – Disqualified in a class D at Ecommoy over 2750m on 5 April. Remains barefoot but is hard to trust and others make more appeal
  43. LINA DU RIB – Only modest of late and finished 10th in a class F at Caen over 2200m on 16 March. Has won with this shoeing before and can be a threat
  44. LINEA DE L’ALBA – Only modest of late and finished 7th in a class F at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2500m on 29 March. Reverts to barefoot and can make the frame
  45. LADY D’IDEF – Very consistent of late and was runner-up in a class E at Cordemais over 2875m on 27 February. Can go one place better
  46. LORETTE UP STAR – Holding form and finished fourth in a class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 31 March. Remains barefoot and can earn some money
  47. LADY MORNING STAR – Not reliable but was runner-up in a class F at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2150m on 2 April. Remains barefoot and can make some money
  48. LEONORA – Holding form and finished fourth in a class F at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2150m on 2 April. Has a place chance on best form
  49. LEONIE DE L’ECLAIR – Disqualified in a class F at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2500m on 29 March. Fitter this time and is capable of an upset
  50. LYA DU VIVIER – Not reliable and finished 6th in a class D at Enghien over 2875m on 9 October. Returns from a break and others make more appeal
  51. LA PERLA DE LOU – Disqualified in a class F at Caen over 2450m on 30 March. Battling to find best form and others are preferred
  52. LUTTE IMPERIALE – Unplaced in a class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 28 October. Remains barefoot but could need this run returning from a break
  53. LAIKA LAND – Disqualified in three of last four starts, the latest a class F at this track over 2700m on 30 November. Remains barefoot but should need this run returning from a break
  54. LADY D’HELIOS – Showed improvement and was fourth in a class F at Caen over 2450m on 30 March. Remains barefoot and could be competitive once again
    Summary: A competitive-looking race in which LADY D’IDEF (5), though winless since September 2024, arrives in good form and would not be a surprise winner. LINA DU RIB (3) disappointed at Caen last time but is capable of bouncing back to score with this shoeing. LADY D’HELIOS (14) showed improvement recently and can build on that effort, while LINEA DE L’ALBA (4) is barefoot this time and could produce a much-improved performance.
    SELECTIONS
    LADY D’IDEF (5) – LINA DU RIB (3) – LADY D’HELIOS (14) – LINEA DE L’ALBA (4)
    C5 – PRIX FELIX LEGUERNEY – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 20,000
  55. MERCATO DES FORGES – Disqualified at Pontchâteau over 2800m on 6 March. Victorious a couple of times before that and has claims
  56. MACBETH – Showed some improvement when 4th in class E at Lisieux over 2100m on 26 March. Needs to do a bit more to score
  57. MOGADOR – In good shape and finished 5th in class E at Caen over 2450m on 30 March. Yet to win a race but can make the frame
  58. MEDICI DE BUSSET – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest at Pontchâteau over 2800m on 6 March. Very consistent before that and can contest the finish
  59. MALOU DU BOIS – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest in class E at Lisieux over 2100m on 26 March. Hard to trust and others are preferred
  60. MY DREAM MESLOIS – Disqualified 7 times in a row, the latest in class E at Caen over 2450m on 30 March. Very hard to trust but can score when smart
  61. MARQUIS SOMOLLI – Disqualified in class E at Lisieux over 2100m on 26 March. Victorious back in September and is not out of it on best form
  62. MARTIN DU SOUND – Holding form and finished 5th in class F at Cordemais over 2825m on 8 March. Has a place chance on best form
  63. MEILLEUR KURYS – Disqualified in class E at Laval over 2850m on 28 March. Returns barefoot but has disqualification issues and is best watched for now
  64. MOTS BLEUS – Only modest of late and finished 6th in class F at Lisieux over 2675m on 14 March. Might play a minor role at very best
  65. MONZON DU CHATELET – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class E at Laval over 2850m on 26 February. Has disqualification issues and others are preferred
  66. MAGIC DE TILLARD – Consistent last year and was runner-up in class E at Villereal over 2450m on 16 August. Could need this run returning from a break
    Summary: A competitive contest in which MERCATO DES FORGES (1) can be forgiven his latest fault at Pontchâteau, as he had been in good winning form prior to that and is capable of bouncing back. MEDICI DE BUSSET (4) has disappointed recently but clearly has the ability to feature if keeping his action together. MARQUIS SOMOLLI (7) comes here after a disqualification but could make the frame if more composed, while maiden MOGADOR (3) is not without a chance.
    SELECTIONS
    MERCATO DES FORGES (1) – MEDICI DE BUSSET (4) – MARQUIS SOMOLLI (7) – MOGADOR (3)
    C6 – PRIX DE LA FEDERATION REGIONALE DES COURSES – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 20,000
  67. MIA DE SIMM – Disqualified in her last three starts, the latest in class E at Enghien over 28oom on 24 March. Hard to trust and others are preferred
  68. MIMI CHARMEUSE – Successful in Class F at Caen over 2200m on 5 March. Remains at the top of her gam and can score again if smart
  69. MADAME D’ERABLE – Not reliable and was 8th in class E at Caen over 2450m on 30 March. Fitter this time and can get involved with the finish
  70. MICHIKO – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in class D at Cabourg over 2750m on 28 August. Returns from a break and could need this run
  71. MONANZA CASTEL – Disqualified in class E at Enghien over 2875m on 24 March. Unreliable but could play a minor role at very best
  72. MALICIA DU ROCHER – Disqualified in class E at Angers over 2350m on 1 April. Victorious back in October and is capable of being competitve on best form
  73. MANHATTAN JENILOU – Consistent and finished 4th in class E at La Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 23 March. Barefoot and must be respected in this line-up
  74. MA BELLA DE JED – Not disgraced when 5th in class E at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 18 February. Capable of earning some minor money
  75. MIA STEJELO – Only modest of late and was 7th in class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 23 March. Has a place chance on best form
  76. MITSY DU NOYER – Battling to find best form and finished 10th in class E at Lisieux over 2100m on 26 March. More is needed to beat these rivals
  77. MACHA D’OCCAGNES – Not reliable and finished 6th in class E at Vincennes over 2200m on 4 November. Could need this run returning from a break
  78. MOONDANCE OKINA – In good form and finished 3rd in class E at Cherbourg over 2625m on 6 April. Should be right there at the finish
  79. MANHATTAN D’AMER – Disqualified twice in last three starts, including last time out in class E at Enghien over 2875m on 24 March. Capable of scoring when smart
  80. MY DESTINY QUEEN – Disqualified in class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 1 February. Has disqualification issues and others are preferred this time
    Summary: A competitive event in which MIMI CHARMEUSE (2) sets the standard after an emphatic success at Caen last month, and there is every reason to expect a follow-up. MADAME D’ERABLE (3) should strip fitter for her comeback run and can make a bold bid for top honours. MALICIA DU ROCHER (6) is not the most reliable but has the ability to score when in the right frame of mind, while MOONDANCE OKINA (12) remains in very good form and ought to be in the mix again.
    SELECTIONS
    MIMI CHARMEUSE (2) – MADAME D’ERABLE (3) – MALICIA DU ROCHER (6) – MOONDANCE OKINA (12)
    C7 – PRIX AMAND RIGAULT – 2725m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 20,000
  81. NOISETTE MIKA – Disqualified last time out at Marseille-Borély over 2300m on 25 March. Unreliable but clearly not out of it if smart
  82. NEVADA SMITH – Returned from a break and finished 9th in Class E at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2225m on 16 March. Capable of doing better and might play a minor role
  83. NUANCE KADESH – Has some fair form and finished fifth in Class E at Caen over 2450m on 30 March. Quite capable of making the frame
  84. NEFERTITI PIYA – Disqualified last time out at Caen over 2450m on 30 March. In good form before that and has claims of scoring if smart
  85. NEO – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 2 April. Capable of scoring when staying in stride
  86. NAKIM D’AMBOISE – Not reliable and finished 6th in Class E at Pontchâteau over 2800m on 6 March. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  87. NEBRASKA DE GINIER – Has improved with each start and was victorious in Class F at Challans over 2375m on 22 March. Keeps that shoeing and should fight it out
  88. NYNO DE TROUVILLE – Disqualified on debut at Rânes over 2150m on 6 April. Capable of improvement but others make more appeal
  89. NINJA DU HOULME – Has not shown much so far and was 11th in Class F at Écommoy over 2750m on 5 April. Needs major improvement to win
    Summary: A very competitive-looking race. NEO (5) is very hard to trust but quite capable of winning when staying in stride. NEBRASKA DE GINIER (7) is improving and picked up a confidence-boosting win at Challans, so it is no surprise he keeps that shoeing for this race. NEFERTITI PIYA (4) had some solid form before a disappointing last-start disqualification. NUANCE KADESH (3) has some fair recent form and could also make the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    NEO (5) – NEBRASKA DE GINIER (7) – NEFERTITI PIYA (4) – NUANCE KADESH (3)
    C8 – PRIX LANDOAS – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 17,500
  90. MARCO DU RIB – Showed vast improvement when third in a Class G mounted race at Machecoul over 2700m on 6 April. More is needed to beat these rivals
  91. MONEY WINNER AS – Yet to win a race but did finish fourth in a Class G mounted race over this course and distance on 4 April. Might play a minor role
  92. MYSTIC DE VELY – Showed some improvement when third in a Class F mounted race over this course and distance on 15 March. Has a place chance in this line-up
  93. MANON PHIL – Yet to win a race and was 7th in a Class G mounted race over this track and trip on 4 April. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  94. MILTON ELLIS – Disqualified last time out in a mounted race at Vincennes over 2200m on 12 December. Returns from a break and could score if fit enough
  95. MALICA MADRIK – Disqualified last time out in a mounted race at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 23 March. In good form before that and can make the frame
  96. MERARU QUANDO – Not reliable but did finish third in a Class F at Reims over 2550m on 5 April. Keeps that shoeing and can contest the finish
  97. MY TOP GIFT – In good form and finished third in a Class F mounted race at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 23 March. Can earn some more money
  98. MY SPIRIT ERA – In good form and was runner-up in a Class F harness race over this track and trip om 4 April. Races without shoes and can be a threat once again
  99. MERCENAIRE D’ECHAL – Has improved this year and was runner-up in a Class F mounted race at Laval over 2850m on 28 March, Should be right there at the finish
    Summary: MILTON ELLIS (5) fluffed his lines with a disqualification at Vincennes last time out and is returning from a break. He should improve for this trainer and does look the right one for this lucky last race. MERARU QUANDO (7) is unreliable but ran well with this shoeing at Reims and can be a threat once again. MERCENAIRE D’ECHAL (10) has been good this year and is an obvious danger. MY SPIRIT ERA (9) is also in good shape and clearly not out of it.
    SELECTIONS – MILTON ELLIS (5) – MERARU QUANDO (7) – MERCENAIRE D’ECHAL (10) – MY SPIRIT ERA (9)

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