R1 Longchamp [R-H]
C1 – PRIX DE VIROFLAY – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 24,700
- SHALAZI – Finished 3rd in a Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 2200m on 29 March. Has run well in both starts and can contest the finish
- THE ODYSSEY – Needed the experience when 7th on debut in a Conditions race at this track over 2100m on 5 April. Can bounce back and score
- ROMAN BOY – Finished 8th on debut in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 17 April. Likely to prefer this distance but more is needed to score
- TRIPLE SEPT – Finished 9th on debut in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 29 March. Capable of improvement but others make more appeal
- MASARO – Showed some promise when runner-up in a Conditions race at this track over 2100m on 5 April. Can go one place better
- ZARLAND – Finished 5th in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 2100m on 3 April. Has some fair form and could earn some money
- ROI DE LA LIBERTE – Consistent and finished 4th in a Group III race at this track over 1800m on 5 April. Fitter this time and should fight out the finish
- NOBLE MEMORY – Finished 7th on debut in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 17 April. Tries further and is capable of improvement. Others are preferred
- MAKAN – A good debut when 3rd in a Conditions race at this track over 2100m on 5 April. Capable of making the frame again
Summary: An interesting race. THE ODYSSEY (2) did not get a clear run on debut. It would not be a surprise if he were to improve and beat these rivals. MASARO (5) was ahead of that rival that day and is also capable of improvement, so must be respected. SHALAZI (1) has run well in both starts and can make the frame again. ROI DE LA LIBERTÉ (7) only tired late in a Group 3 last time out and is also capable of scoring.
SELECTIONS
THE ODYSSEY (2) – MASARO (5) – SHALAZI (1) – ROI DE LA LIBERTE (7)
C2 – PRIX DE VERNEUIL – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 24,700 - SODA ZABEEL – Showed some improvement and finished 3rd in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 2200m on 11 April. Might play a minor role
- PLACE DE L’OPERA – Finished 6th on debut in a Conditions race at this track over 2100m on 5 April. Likely to improve and could make the frame
- ALMARIS – Showed promise on debut when 3rd in a Conditions race at this track over 2100m on 5 April. Can be competitive once again
- LEIA ORGANA – Has run well in both starts and finished 3rd in a Conditions race at Chantilly over1900m on 26 March. Tries the grass but is not out of it
- REGAL CHIME – Finished 3rd on debut in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 19 March. Likely to improve and should make a bold bid at victory
- ETINCELLE – A runner-up on debut in a Conditions race at this track over 2100m on 5 April. Can go one place better
- ROSE NOIR – Showed some improvement when 4th in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1900m on 26 March. Might play a minor role trying the turf
- KISSES – A three-year-old filly by Showcasing out of Como Te Llamas who is making her debut. Her Dam never won a race after 3 starts. Could need this experience
Summary: REGAL CHIME (5) showed promise on debut and the form has worked out well, as the winner has since been placed in a Listed race. She looks the one to beat. There was not much between ALMARIS (3) and ETINCELLE (6) when they met on debut, and it is possible those placings will be reversed this time around. PLACE DE L’OPERA (2) was only modest on debut, but improvement looks very likely and she could make the frame.
SELECTIONS
REGAL CHIME (5) – ALMARIS (3) – ETINCELLE (6) – PLACE DE L’OPERA (2)
C3 – PRIX DE LA VIEILLE TOUR – 2500m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 21,100 - BYGOUDINE – Has some fair form and finished 5th in a class 3 handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 10 April. Can earn some more money
- MAYAMAR – May have needed both runs this year and finished 6th in a Class 3 handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 10 April. Has a place chance
- UPPERCUT – Not reliable and finished 3rd in a Class 4 handicap at Toulouse over 2400m on 6 April. Can get into the mix of things
- MISSION D’ESPOIR – Unreliable but was runner-up in a Class 3 handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 10 April. Can be a threat yet again
- ZAEL – Finished 13th in a handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 7 November. Returns from a break and looks likely to need this run
- OVER THE CLOUDS – Has struggled of late and finished 11th in a Class 3 handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 10 April. Capable of doing better but others make more appeal
- CARTAAM – Holding form and finished 4th in a Class 3 handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 10 April. Should contest the finish once again
- BERLINETTA – Unreliable and finished 3rd in a class 3 handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 10 April. Can earn some more money
- HOT AND BEAUTY – Yet to win a race and finished 9th in a Class 3 handicap at Chantilly over 2000m on 22 April. Needs to find a few lengths to score
- BATURHAN – Not reliable but finished 3rd in a claimer at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2500m on 4 April. Capable of making the frame
- POTTER NICOLIERE – Battling to regain best form and finished 10th in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 2600m on 13 March. Others make more appeal
- ARISTOS – Succesful in a Class 3 handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 10 April. Carries a penalty but is improving and can double up
- BOUSSANT – Unreliable and finished 4th in a Class 4 claimer at Pornichet-La Baule over 3100m on 24 January. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
- BEST OF – Unreliable and finished 9th in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 2600m on 13 March. Needs to find a few lengths to score
Summary: ARISTOS (12) has shown improvement this year and was a solid winner of a handicap last time out. He does carry a penalty for that success but can double up, as he will be full of confidence. CARTAAM (7) has been consistent of late and should be involved with the finish once again. MISSION D’ESPOIR (4) is not reliable but is weighted to be right there at the finish. BATURHAN (10) is not reliable but is capable of making the frame.
SELECTIONS
ARISTOS (12) – CARTAAM (7) – MISSION D’ESPOIR (4) – BATURHAN (10)
C4 – PRIX DU PAVILLON DES GARDES – 2500m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200 - MA BARBIE’K – Unreliable and finished 8th in a Conditions race at Compiegne over 2400m on 25 April. Prefers the PSF and others are preferred
- CAMELARUA – Not reliable and finished 6th in a handicap at Chantilly over 2000m on 22 April. Did better earlier this year and is not out of it
- TWIN DOVER – Needed her last run when 11th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 10 April. Fitter this time and could be the surprise package of the race
- ULTRASPI – Has only been modest so far and finished 5th in a Conditions race at Saint-Jean-de-Monts over 3100m on 17 August. Likely to need this run returning from a break
- MONEY TIME – Has only been modest of late and finished 7th in a Conditions race at this course over 3100m on 16 April. More is needed to win
- TRACANFIELD – Has not shown much so far and was 7th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 10 April. More is needed to score
- MAVILLA TROIS – Has not shown her best this year and was 13th in a handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers over 3000m on 20 April. Could surprise over this shorter distance
- MARIE DE PRUSSE – Has shown improvement of late and was runner-up in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 10 April. Can go one place better
- ROMANE LAHRA – Unreliable but did finish third in a claimer at Nort-sur-Erdre over 2500m on 5 April. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
- BRIVIDO MOON – Yet to win a race but was fifth in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 10 April. Improving and could earn some money
- SHIVA FLOWER – Has yet to win a race but is improving and finished fourth in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 10 April. Should contest the finish
- QUI EVIDAMENT QUI – Unreliable and finished 11th in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 2 November. Returns from a break and could need this run
- REMOONDER – Showed vast improvement when third in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 10 April. Can get involved with the finish
Summary: A tricky race, as many of them are capable of improvement in a weak field. MARIE DE PRUSSE (8) showed improvement and had a number of these rivals behind her last time out at Saint-Cloud. She can go one better, with further improvement likely. SHIVA FLOWER (11) is looking for a first success and is improving, so must be respected. CAMELARUA (2) seems better than her recent form and could be a threat. REMOONDER (13) did not run badly last time out and is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
MARIE DE PRUSSE (8) – SHIVA FLOWER (11) – CAMELARUA (2) – REMOONDER (13)
C5 – PRIX DE GLATIGNY – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 25,900 - REVE DE VALLARSA – Bold 2nd in a Class 2 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 5th of April 2026. Lively chance here
- MCLEAN HOUSE – Trying 5th in a Class 2 Handicap over 1400m at Chantilly on the 26th of March 2026. One for larger exotics
- SALALAH – Finished 4th in a Class 3 Condition over 1600m at Lyon Parilly on the 29th of March 2026. Will be fighting for the backend of quartets
- PAINTELLO – A firm winner in a Class 2 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 5th of April 2026. Can confidently follow up
- STORMYGO – Supplemented Stormygo finished 10th in a Class 3 Condition over 1350m at Lyon Parilly on the 13th of April 2026. One to pass by
- TIME GOES ON – Inconsistent 5th in a Listed over 1300m at Koln on the 6th of April 2026. Erratic of late but capable
- LICHTSTERN – Ran 4th in a Class 3 Condition over 1350m at Lyon Parilly on the 13th of April 2026. Hard to make a case for
- YOKEN – Non-Runner
- DARLINGHURST – Off form into 7th in a Class 3 Condition over 1600m at Lyon Parilly on the 29th of March 2026. Can be overlooked
- JUST IN TIME GAME – A winner in a Class 4 Handicap over 1400m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on the 11th of April 2026. Does meet tougher here
- BARGING THRU – Went missing over 1200m in a Class 3 Handicap over 1200m at Chantilly on the 14th of April 2026. Others seem more intriguing
- WHITE PLATIN – Forgivable 15th in a Class 2 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 5th of April 2026. Can bounce back to form
- WIND OF CHANGE – Positive 3rd in a Class 2 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 5th of April 2026. Will be strongly involved
- JACK O’BOY – Hearty 5th in a Class 2 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 5th of April 2026. Include in all plays
- CUREJ – Discouraging 15th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1400m at Chantilly on the 26th of March 2026. Tough to give confidence on
- HAYEJOHN – Pleasant 3rd in a Class 3 Handicap over 1600m at Parislongchamp on the 16th of April 2026. Can disrupt the top 4 play
Summary: A renewed rivalry between the top four choices as they met in their last start and are confidently selected to fill in the top four placings. PAINTELLO (4) was a worthy winner last time out and has the ability to follow up here. REVE DE VALLARSA (1) was just beaten by the top elect and has an outstanding chance this time around as the weights play in his favor. WIND OF CHANGE (13) will strongly be involved once again and earn a cheque. JACK O’BOY (14) completes the mix.
SELECTIONS
PAINTELLO (4) – REVE DE VALLARSA (1) – WIND OF CHANGE (13) – JACK O’BOY (14)
C6 – PRIX DE BALARD – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,400 - RIDE ON – Inconsistent 9th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1600m at Lyon Parilly on the 13th of April 2026. Erratic of late
- COMBERMERE – Tough 15th in a Class 2 Handicap over 2000m at Fontainebleau on the 20th of April 2026. Hard to make a case for
- PERIHELIO – Forgivable 10th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2400m at Nantes on the 31st of March 2026. Drops in class and can be more effective
- SPLENDINO – Off form into 13th in a Class 2 Handicap over 2000m at Fontainebleau on the 20th of April 2026. Top choices look more attractive
- ZOLIA – Trying 7th in a Class 4 Claimer over 2500m at Evreux on the 15th of April 2026. Place chance on overall form
- ROYAL ENCLOSURE – Ran 5th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Chantilly on the 22nd of April 2026. One to pass by here
- TEARDROP EXPLODES – Pleasant 6th in a Class 3 Condition over 2100m at Pornichet on the 26th of December 2025. Returns after a small break and can run well fresh
- KALAFA – Discouraging 8th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2100m at Senonnes on the 8th of April 2026. Best to look elsewhere
- VILLA DARYA – Hearty 7th in a Class 3 Claimer over 1900m at Chantilly on the 22nd of April 2026. Can disrupt the top 4 play
- CHASUBLE – Put a line through her last run when running 15th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2400m at Lyon La Soie on the 21st of March 2026. Has the form to compete
- OLYA – Bold 2nd in a Class 4 Claimer over 2000m at Fontainebleau on the 11th of April 2026. Strong winning chance
- SILVER CONDOR – Finished 8th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2000m at Compiegne on the 25th of April 2026. Others seem more intriguing
Summary: OLYA (11) polished up well in her last run when finishing second and a repetition of her last attempt can see her going one step closer here. PERIHELIO (3) can be forgiven for his last three starts when taking on Class 3 Handicaps and now steps down in division where he can be more effective. TEARDROP EXPLODES (7) is always there and thereabout and should make her presence well felt. ZOLIA (5) heads the rest.
SELECTIONS
OLYA (11) – PERIHELIO (3) – TEARDROP EXPLODES (7) – ZOLIA (5)
C7 – PRIX DU VAL DE GRACE – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 14,600 - NARCOS – A firm winner in a Class 4 Condition over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on the 5th of March 2026. Well-experienced and can go close
- KRUNGTHEPMAHANAKON – Good win in a Class 4 Handicap over 1900m at La Teste-Bassin Arcachon on the 21st of March 2026. Can disrupt the top 4 play
- QUEEN SINGER – Ran 7th in a Class 4 Handicap over 1700m at Marseille Borely on the 3rd of April 2026. One to pass by
- LONDONPOLO – Convincing effort into 4th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on the 3rd of April 2026. Each way chance
- LETTYT FIGHT – Inconsistent 12th in a Class 4 Condition over 1900m at Deauville on the 8th of January 2026. Erratic but capable
- NEUSCHWANSTEIN – Hearty 6th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Fontainebleau on the 20th of April 2026. Place chance
- DARNETAL – Decent 4th in a Class 4 Condition over 1800m at Morlaix on the 29th of March 2026. Will be fighting for the backend of quartets
- SAVANNENSTERN – Difficult 6th in a Class 4 Claimer over 1800m at Croise-Laroche on the 4th of April 2026. Others preferred
- MINO GALESTE – Supplemented Mino Galeste finished 10th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Chantilly on the 22nd of April 2026. Needs to polish up on current form
- DIRE LA VERITE – Gave his heart out into 5th in a Class 4 Handicap over 2150m at Lyon La Soie on the 11th of March 2026. Best to look elsewhere
- GOLDEN VALE – Tough 14th in a Claimer over 1600m at Chantilly on the 19th of December 2025. Will need the comeback run
- MLLE CLARCK – Finished 6th in a Class 4 Condition over 2350m at Machecoul on the 6th of April 2026. Top choices look more attractive
- LA BONITA – Pleasant 4th in a Class 3 Handicap over 1900m at Deauville on the 7th of April 2026. Good winning chance
- SPRING LILY – Finished 6th in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on the 3rd of April 2026. Hard to make a case for
- BLOWN BY THE WIND – Discouraging 8th in a Class 4 Handicap over 1600m at Nantes on the 14th of April 2026. Others seem more intriguing
Summary: LA BONITA (13) is a honest sort and always finds herself flashing up late against her opposition. She last won almost two years ago and it seems about time for her to claim her second career win. LONDONPOLO (4) seems to enjoy the 2000m and is yet to taste success. He meets a field where he could shed the maiden shackles off his hooves. NARCOS (1) conquered his opponents last time out and the well-experienced soldier could school this field. NEUSCHWANSTEIN (6) completes the quartet mix.
SELECTIONS
LA BONITA (13) – LONDONPOLO (4) – NARCOS (1) – NEUSCHWANSTEIN (6)
C8 – PRIX DE CHEVILLY – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 2 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 50,900 - TORTISAMBERT – A firm winner in a Class 2 Handicap over 1400m at Chantilly on the 26th of March 2026. Good each way chance
- FERRARI FEVER – Honest effort into 5th in a Class 2 Condition over 1600m at Toulouse on the 19th of April 2026. One for the exotics
- TEN HORNS – Pleasant 3rd in a Class 1 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 5th of April 2026. Strong place chance
- SKYLIGHT BROCHARD – Inconsistent 13th in a Class 1 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 5th of April 2026. Erratic of late
- APAX – Tying 10th in a Class 1 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 5th of April 2026. Will be doing his best work at the finish
- JUSEARTH FAL – Forgivable 7th in a Class 1 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 5th of April 2026. Can bounce back to winning ways
- PUMALIN PARK – Decent 4th in a Class 2 Handicap over 1600m at Parislongchamp on the 16th of April 2026. Lurker chance of popping up
- TALENTUOSO – Finished 3rd in a Class 2 Handicap over 1400m at Chantilly on the 26th of March 2026. Consider for larger perms
- KRASKHOV – Positive 3rd in a Class 2 Handicap over 1400m at Saint-Cloud on the 5th of March 2026. Include in all plays
- SCHUMAN – Not the best run into 11th in a Class 1 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 5th of April 2026. Hard to make a case for
- NO LIMIT DREAM – Ran 8th in a Class 2 Handicap over 1600m at Parislongchamp on the 16h of April 2026. One for the larger backend of quartets
- ABELARD F – Finished 7th in a Class 3 Claimer over 1600m at Chantilly on the 30th of March 2026. Best to look elsewhere
- PRINCE AUBOIS – Tough 9th in a Class 1 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 5th of April 2026. Others preferred
- HALF HALF – Credible 6th in a Class 1 Handicap over 1400m at Parislongchamp on the 5th of April 2026. Threatening chance
- ROYALWOOD – A winner in a Class 2 Handicap over 1200m at Chantilly on the 14th of April 2026. Prefers the sprint trips
- ALPARSLAN – Discouraging 8th in a Class 2 Handicap over 1200m at Chantilly on the 14th of April 2026. Others seem more intriguing
Summary: JUSEARTH FAL (6) and HALF HALF (14) meet again when both candidates faced off at Parislongchamp last time out and certainly boasts solid form to fill in the first and second place positions here. TORTISAMBERT (1) romped home into the winners box over the distance in his previous attempt and if the top two fluff their lines, he is the worthy one to take full advantage of it. TEN HORNS (3) deserves serious consideration and will hold a podium chance. KRASHKOV (9) should not be discounted from any betting calculations.
SELECTIONS
JUSEARTH FAL (6) – HALF HALF (14) – TORTISAMBERT (1) – TEN HORNS (3)
R2 DIEPPE [R-H]
C1 – PRIX DU BUISSONNET – 3200m (a2m) – TURF – Newcomers – Hurdles – EUR € 24,000
- MINDANAO – Gelding by Masked Marvel, the dam won 3 races on the flat. From the David Cottin stable that will have this newcomer well prepared. Merits consideration
- STRIKE IT RICH – Gelding by Rich History, the dam never ran. Stable runners are well prepared and any market support could be informative
- SOMMERKONIG – Two unplaced runs on the flat, the latter over 1600m in a maiden at Le Mans on October 29th. Has joined a top stable that can produce first time out winners over hurdles
- NOUVEL ESPOIR – Gelding by Moises Has, the dam won 1 race over hurdles. He should improve for this run and is best watched on his racecourse debut
- TROTINETTE – Gelding by Beaumec De Houelle, won 3 races over jumps. From a top trainer that can get one ready to strike on debut. Bold show expected
- NAR KANJI – Gelding by Bathyrhon, the dam won 2 races over jumps. Looks good on paper and can make his presence felt on debut
- NOKIA DES MOTTES – Gelding by Hunter’s Light, the dam ran twice over jumps. From a top trainer that knows the time of day. The betting patterns can be informative
- MOISE JUNIOR – Gelding by Silverwave, the dam won 1 race on the flat. Some good aspects to his profile. Any market support should be noted
- ZOOK – Gelding by Roman Candle, the dam ran once over hurdles. One to monitor in the betting for any market support
- KENTUCKY D’ALCO – Gelding by Karaktar, the dam won 3 races over jumps. Respected from a top stable that can ready a newcomer to strike on debut
- LITTLE CHOEUR – Gelding by Choeur Du Nord, the dam was placed over hurdles. From a good trainer that does well with newcomers. The betting patterns can be the best guide
- KALON GLAZ – Gelding by Bathyrhon, the dam won 1 race on the flat on debut. Nice profile and from a good stable. One to pay attention to
- LANSKY – Gelding by For Fun, the dam won 5 races over jumps. Might improve a good deal for this run unless the betting vibes are strong
- GYPSY BEAT – Two unplaced runs on the flat, the latter over 1675m at Nottingham (UK) on October 23rd. Hurdling debut and others make more appeal
Summary: TROTINETTE (5) has a taking pedigree and will be well tuned by his astute trainer. He could be the first string of the trainer’s two in the race. KENTUCKY D’ALCO (10) is out of a useful mare that won three races over jumps. He can have a say on his debut, as can SOMMERKONIG (3), who showed some talent on the flat and will be well schooled by his trainer. KALON GLAZ (12) is from a good stable and is worth a market check.
SELECTIONS
TROTINETTE (5) – KENTUCKY D’ALCO (10) – SOMMERKONIG (3) – KALON GLAZ (12)
C2 – PRIX DU GRAND MAITRE – 3200m (a2m) – TURF – Newcomers – Hurdles – EUR € 24,000 - NANA THOM – Unplaced on her sole start on the flat at Le Lion D’Angers over 2400m on April 5th. Showed talent on her sole run on the flat and is sure to be well tuned
- HARYNA DES OBEAUX – Filly by Bathyrhon, the dam was placed over jumps. One to watch on her debut and does not appeal as a first time out winner
- INGENUITY – Filly by Doctor Dino, the dam was placed over hurdles. Some good aspects to her profile and she is worth strong consideration
- NANJAYA – Filly by Jeu St Eloi, the dam won 1 race over hurdles. Should know more after this debut run and is best watched with the future in mind
- NEW YORK D’ERABLE – Filly by Beaumec De Houelle, the dam won 3 races over hurdles. Stable runners usually step forward for a run or two. The betting can guide
- NILE DODVILLE – Filly by Poet Word, the dam never ran. She should improve for this debut run and others might be more forward
- LA SAGRA – Filly by Logician, the dam won 1 race on the flat. Likely to improve for this run and others make more appeal
- KIFF AND KISS – Unraced filly by Kapgarde, the dam won 9 races over jumps, including Listed over hurdles and fences and a Grade 1 chase.
- DORADE BLEUE – Filly by Buck’s Boum, the dam won 5 races over jumps, and was placed in Grade 2 and Grade 3 chases and was 2nd in a Grade 1 chase. Monitor the betting patterns
- JULIETTE DE THEYSS – Filly by Bande, the dam won 4 races on the flat. Her trainer will have this filly nicely prepared and she is one to monitor in the betting for clues
- PRINCESS DINO – Filly by Doctor Dino, the dam won 1 race over jumps. Should know more after this debut run and others are preferred
- LARAYA – Filly by Beaumec De Houelle, the dam ran a few times on the flat. Should be better for this run and others make more appeal
- RAFFLES JET – Filly by Doctor Dino, the dam won 4 races over jumps, including a Grade 3 hurdle and was Listed placed. Ought to be thereabouts on her first day at school
- WHOISSHE – Filly by Goliath Du Berlais, the dam was unraced. One to watch closely in the betting for any support
- KAPFADAS – Filly by Kapgarde, the dam won 4 races including a Listed hurdle. From a respected trainer that knows how to ready a newcomer. In the mix
Summary: KIFF AND KISS (8) is well-bred out of a mare that won 9 races, including a Listed over hurdles and fences, and a Grade 1 chase. She will be well schooled and get off the mark on her debut. NANA THOM (1), has the experience of one run on the flat when showing talent. She is worth a market check, as is DORADE BLEUE (9), who has a taking profile and is one to pay attention to. INGENUITY (3) is from a top trainer and has a good young claiming rider on top. She is worth considering.
SELECTIONS
KIFF AND KISS (8) – NANA THOM (1) – DORADE BLEUE (9) – INGENUITY (3)
C3 – PRIX MISTIGRI – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 21,000 - SILVER BUCKLE – Two unplaced runs of late in Listed hurdles, the latter on March 11th, 2nd in a Listed hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m on September 23rd and she should do well over fences
- LAIKA TEK – Nice effort to be 2nd over 3550m in a Class 3 hurdle at Fontainebleau on April 15th. Tries fences and has the scope to do well in this code
- LITCHI ROQUE – Three unplaced runs of late, 5th at Compiegne over 3450m in a Class 2 chase on April 6th. Can be overlooked
- MAIRYGARDE DE MEE – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 3600m over hurdles at Senonnes on March 13th. Little to recommend
- MARIANNE DU CHENET – Placed twice on two of her last three runs over fences, 4th on the latter at Fontainebleau in a Class 4 over 3600m on March 29th. Merits consideration
- STAR GAZER – Two unplaced runs over hurdles, 8th on the latter over 3550m at Fontainebleau in a Class 4 race on April 15th. Look elsewhere
- MENTION BIEN – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 3600m at Auteuil in a Class 2 hurdle on February 14th. Chasing debut and warrants respect
- CHOEUR DE GRIVE – Two 4th placed efforts of late, the most recent over 3600m at Compiegne in a Class 1 hurdle on March 23rd. One to pay close attention to
- MUSISTAR – Placed 4th on her chasing bow at La Roche-Sur-Lyon on April 19th over 4200m in a Class 5 race. Others make more appeal
- MOON LIGHT ALLEN – Recent success on her third start over 3700m at Le Lion D’Angers in a Class 3 hurdle on April 5th. One to keep onside
Summary: LAIKA TEK (2) might be the answer to this competitive race over fences. She will be well schooled by her astute trainer and is preferred ahead of SILVER BUCKLE (1), who has been contesting Listed hurdles recently. She has the size to do well over fences. CHOEUR DE GRIVE (8) has won over hurdles and ran well in a Class 1 hurdle at Compiegne last time out in late March. She enters calculations on her chase debut, as does MOON LIGHT ALLEN (10), who scored over hurdles earlier this month and heads the rest.
SELECTIONS
LAIKA TEK (2) – SILVER BUCKLE (1) – CHOEUR DE GRIVE (8) – MOON LIGHT ALLEN (10)
C4 – PRIX DOM PASQUINI – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 – Hurdles – EUR € 21,000 - MADISON ROQUE – Ran well to be 2nd last time over 3550m in a Class 4 hurdle at Fontainebleau on October 4th. Should be fit from an absence and can feature
- CHATEAU ESQUIULE – Flat winner who ran well to be 3rd on his hurdling debut at Fontainebleau over 3550m on March 29th. One to keep onside
- KING DE CERES – Unplaced last time on April 5th in a Class 4 hurdle at Le Lion D’Angers over 3700m. Others rate higher
- CLIMATIC – Three unplaced runs this year, the most recent over 1900m at Argentan in a Class 4 handicap on the flat on April 9th. Needs to show more back over hurdles
- MAJESTIC NOE – Unplaced last time, 4th on debut before that in a maiden hurdle over 3400m at Angers on December 6th. Might improve for this run after a layoff
- KNIGHTOFTHEFOREST – Three unplaced runs of late, the latter over 3600m at Auteuil in a Class 2 hurdle on April 2nd. Won on the flat but needs to show more than his hurdles debut to be involved
- GAR’N GIN – Unplaced on hurdles debut at Le Lion D’Angers in a Class 4 race over 3700m on April 5th, placed on the flat twice before that but others seem better equipped
- BATHYNOR – Three unplaced runs, the most recent over 3550m in a hurdle race at Fontainebleau on March 29th. Hard to recommend
- MADE IN VILLERETS – Two unplaced runs on the flat, the latter over 2900m at Argentan in a conditions race on March 6th. Might find this difficult
- HERE BE DRAGONS – Unraced by Doctor Dino, the dam did not run. From a top stable that will have this gelding well tuned. Bold show can be expected
- MARTAGNAN D ATHON – Two solid efforts on the flat, a win on debut in November and a 2nd last time over 2900m at Durtal on December 14th. Hurdles bow and worth strong attention
- VAUTOUR DU BERLAIS – Finished 7th on his debut at Durtal in a Class 4 race over 2900m on March 22nd. Hurdles debut and holds each-way claims
- DEMASKETOI – Placed 3rd on his sole start over 3200m at Nort-Sur-Erdre in a Class 4 race on the flat on April 5th. Has work to do on hurdles debut
- MOISE MADRIK – Gelding on debut by Moises Has, the dam won 6 races over jumps. Looks good on paper and can play a prominent role on debut
- BABAAS – Finished 6th at Royan in a Class 4 race over 2900m on April 4th on the flat. Tries hurdles and should do well in this code
- CRIN DE LUNE – Two unplaced efforts over hurdles, the most recent over 3550m in a claiming hurdle at Fontainebleau on February 26th. Hard to fancy
Summary: HERE BE DRAGONS (10) has a good profile and is from a good stable that will have this gelding nicely schooled. He will be expected to play a lead role on his racecourse debut. MADISON ROQUE (1) could be the biggest threat and ran a good race at Fontainebleau in a Class 4 hurdle when second in early October. He will be fit to go. CHATEAU ESQUIULE (2) won on the flat and can step forward from a pleasing third on debut over hurdles late in March and be involved. MARTAGNAN D ATHON (11) heads the rest.
SELECTIONS
HERE BE DRAGONS (10) – MADISON ROQUE (1) – CHATEAU ESQUIULE (2) – MARTAGNAN D ATHON (11)
C5 – PRIX NIGHT AND DAY – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 – Hurdles – EUR € 21,000 - MIRAVAL DE GRUGY – Ran with promise to be 2nd at Loudeac over 3400m in a Class 5 hurdle on April 5th on her only start. She will know more this time and holds strong claims
- JEANNE D’O – Placed 4th last time over 3400m at Lyon Parilly in a Class 2 chase on November 22nd. More needed back over hurdles
- DESIRE PARADISE – Ran well to be 4th at Fontainebleau in a Class 4 hurdle over 3550m on April 15th on her hurdling debut. Placed on the flat and can play a lead role
- GOLDIDAME – Showed promise to be 5th on her debut over 3600m at La Teste on April 1st in a Class 3 hurdle. Open to improvement and can be on the premises
- MAREE HAUTE – Two unplaced runs so far, 7th on the most recent over 2950m at Machecoul on February 10th. Hurdling bow and others rate higher
- MAYETTE – Filly on debut by Master’s Spirit, the dam won 2 races over jumps. Stable runners warrant respect and the betting patterns could be the best guide
- LUNAROSA – Failed to complete the course on the sole start over 3500m at Moulins on December 13th in a Class 3 event. Showed talent on debut and enters each-way calculations
- MADONA SEI – Finished 6th on the only start over 3600m at Compiegne in a Class 4 hurdle on April 6th. Has work ahead to trouble the principles
- NANOUCK – Two unplaced runs, 9th on the most recent over 3600m at Argentan in a Class 5 hurdle on March 6th. Look elsewhere
- LILI MARLEEN – Flat winner over 1600m at Chantilly in early December of a Class 3 handicap. She has joined a respected stable that will have her well schooled for her hurdles debut
- FOMALHAUT – Filly by Silverwave, the dam was placed over jumps. From a top stable that can produce plenty of first time out winners. The betting can guide
- DSCHINGING CARLA –
- ROYALE CAKE HAS – Finished 8th on her debut over 3500m at Auteuil in a Class 2 hurdle on May 27th, last year. She will be ready to be competitive after an absence
- MERVEILLE D’ETOILE – Unplaced on her one run on the flat over 2900m at Durtal on March 22nd. Tries hurdles and from a trainer that does well with this type of filly
- NEUF DE PAQUES – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 2400m at Saint-Cloud in a maiden race on March 25th. Clear talent on the flat and is one to respect on hurdles debut
- NATIVE – Filly on debut by Moises Has, the dam won 3 races over jumps. Likely to improve for this run and is best watched for the time being
Summary: DESIRE PARADISE (3) ran well to be fourth at Fontainebleau in a Class 4 hurdle 15 days ago and she can improve for that run. She is given the nod over GOLDIDAME (4), who showed promise when fifth at La Teste on April 1st on debut over hurdles, and is open to improvement. LUNAROSA (7) showed some talent at Moulins on her sole start, before getting tired and more can be expected today. FOMALHAUT (11) has a nice pedigree and is worth a market check on debut.
SELECTIONS
DESIRE PARADISE (3) – GOLDIDAME (4) – LUNAROSA (7) – FOMALHAUT (11)
C6 – PRIX DE LA VILLE DE ROUXMESNIL BOUTEILLES – 3900m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 24,000 - L’AMIRAL D’AINAY – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 3450m at Compiegne in a handicap chase on March 2nd. Outside place claims
- ILTONE – He has won his last three starts, the most recent over 3850m at Fontainebleau on April 15th in a Class 4 chase. Hard to overlook
- EADREAM – Placed 2nd last time over 3800m at Pau in a handicap hurdle on January 28th. Placed form over fences and a win in 2025. Can make the frame
- KART DE THAIX – Two solid runs last year, a win on November 2nd and then a decent 3rd over 3900m in a Class 2 chase at Compiegne on November 28th. Player
- RICHARD DE CLARE – Unplaced last time at Pau in January over fences, 2nd before that over 4200m at Nancy in a Class 3 chase on November 30th. Might find a few too smart
- DON LOOK COCO – Won on the last run over 4300m in a Class 4 chase at Fontainebleau on November 1st at Pontchateau. Can be expected to be fit from a layoff and be involved
- TIPPERARY SUNSET – Two placed efforts of late, 4th on the most recent over 3800m in a handicap hurdle at this track on June 19th 2025 . Fitness to prove but won on the latest chase start in 2022, and missed all of 2023/24 season
- NOTHING EYE’S – Two unplaced runs this year, the most recent over 3900m at Le Lion D’Angers in a Class 3 chase on April 5th. One to pass over
- KEL STORY – Unplaced last time in early January over 4300m in a Listed hurdle, a win before that in a Class 1 hurdle at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 4000m on December 17th. Can not be discounted
- CARGO DE NUIT – Unplaced last time, 4th previously over 3600m at Auteuil in a handicap hurdle on March 1st. Has to convince back over fences
- MONTSERRAT – Two unplaced runs of late, 4th before that over 4000m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a handicap hurdle on January 4th. Respect on chase debut
- KRISTAL PLAYER – Several unplaced efforts of late, failed to complete the course at Pau in a Class 2 cross-country over 4100m on December 20th. One to watch for the time being
- KENIE DU BOULAY – Placed 4th on the most recent start over 3900m at Morlaix in a Class 4 chase on March 29th. Others rate higher
Summary: ILTONE (2) has won his last three starts, the most recent over 3850m at Fontainebleau on April 15th in a Class 4 chase. He looks hard to oppose and can score at the expense of KART DE THAIX (4), who was a decent third in a Class 2 chase in late November at Compiegne when last seen. DON LOOK COCO (6) won on his chase debut at Pontchateau in November when last seen and has more to come over fences. KEL STORY (9) makes up the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
ILTONE (2) – KART DE THAIX (4) – DON LOOK COCO (6) – KEL STORY (9)
C7 – PRIX NID VERT – 3800m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 – Hurdles – EUR € 24,000 - JOUVANCELLE – Three unplaced runs of late, 5th at Pau over 3800m in a handicap hurdle on January 7th on the latest. Needs to bounce back to form
- PRINCESSE DU LYS – Placed 2nd on her last start over 3600m at Senonnes in a handicap hurdle on April 8th. Might need a few to misfire
- RAFFLES HONOUR – Unplaced last time over hurdles at Auteuil in a handicap hurdle over 3600m on March 22nd. Two wins before that on the flat and over hurdles. Can make the top-four
- VISMIE – Ran well to be 5th over 3600m in a Class 1 hurdle at Compiegne on March 23rd last time and a win before that in early March over hurdles. Player
- CHAPEAU DE PAILLE –
- JOYEUSE ROQUE – Fair effort when 6th in the Prix Alain Du Bresil Hurdle (Gr.1) over 3900m on May 21st. Back in clamer waters she can score
- BLUENESS – Decent 4th over 3600m in a Listed hurdle at Auteuil on May 8th, 2024 on her last start. Won a Class 2 hurdle in April 2024. Absence to deal with but warrants respect
- SO FAR SO GOOD – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that at Clairefonatine in a handicap chase on August 11th. Not seen since December but warrants consideration
- REBELOTE HAS – Two unplaced runs since a win over 3800m at Niort on September 14th in a Class 5 hurdle. Not seen since November and can improve fitness for this run
- SAISHO – Placed 3rd over 4300m at Nantes in a Class 1 chase on April 14th last time out. Ought to be in the shake-up
- LA FOUINE – Several unplaced runs of late, 6th on the latter over 3600m in a Class 3 hurdle at Compiegne on November 28th. Looks vulnerable and out of form
- BELIZE – Two wins of late, the latter over 3450m at Compiegne in a Class 1 chase on October 2nd. Among the leading each-way options
Summary: JOYEUSE ROQUE (6) ran a decent race when sixth in the Prix Alain Du Bresil Hurdle (Gr.1) over 3900m on May 21st when last seen and will be more at home in much clamer waters today. She can score from VISMIE (4), who will not lack fitness and was a pleasing third in a Class 1 hurdle at Compiegne late in March. BLUENESS (7) looks like a sensible option for the each way backers to latch on to and SAISHO (10) makes up the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
JOYEUSE ROQUE (6) – VISMIE (4) – BLUENESS (7) – SAISHO (10)
R3 VINCENNES [L-H]
C1 – PRIX DE SOISSONS – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Mounted – EUR € 40,000
- NIGHT OPAJELO – Yet to show any particular flair for the game. Paul Ploquin in the saddle this time but still not a priority
- NOUMEA JENILOU – Switches code after her debut elimination under harness at Caen 2.5 weeks ago. Adrien Lamy in the irons and should not be overlooked
- NATASHA DES BAUX – Modest filly switching codes for first time following a harness conditioner at Elbeuf, and is not about to create an upset
- NAVY D’EURVAD – Placed here first time out but eliminated in next 2. Hind pads fitted for the occasion and can play a part if she keeps her action together
- NACARA BELLA – Decent element taking first competitive ridden steps after a much-needed freshener at Pontchateau 2.5 weeks ago, and the engagement of Eric Raffin speaks volumes. Chance
- NEMESIS DU METZ – Ran respectable 3rd of 5 finishers on monte debut 2 weeks ago in a Toulouse Class D. Is confirmed going left-handed but may just be taking on too much this time
- NEPHY ELDE – Ran 4th at Enghien first time out prior to being trounced over the inner course here mid-month, and can be confidently passed over
- NORMA FIRST – Lost her maiden status in a 2750m Ecommoy Class E on 5 April. Takes on a better lot this time and Benjamin Rochard has opted for NUEVA DE VANDEL (9)
- NUEVA DE VANDEL – Runner-up in 2 before faulting over the inner course here on 14 April. Benjamin Rochard gets the nod this time and will not be far off the mark if he manages to keep his filly focused
- NOBLE QUEEN – Convincing winner of a 2150m Argentan harness Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Has had the monte discipline on her agenda for some time and looks thoroughly capable of getting straight down to business
- NYX DE VAL – Returns to the monte code after a harness freshener at Chateaubriant last week. Showed serious potential at Vincennes in February and will be justifiably well-backed. Chance
- NINA JAVO – Easily lost her maiden status in a 2450m Caen Class E on 25 March and even though in better company this time, still looks a serious player
Summary: Like a different horse since starting to race in her current configuration, NOBLE QUEEN (10) takes to the monte code after opening her harness account at Argentan, and Mathieu Mottier will be expecting to double his money. Runner-up over the inner course on her sole ridden start, NYX DE VAL (11) is very easy to like, as is the reconfigured monte debutante NACARA BELLA (5) who will be partnered by Eric Raffin. Nicely-engaged here, NINA JAVO (12) has demonstrated very good aptitude for the discipline and Victor Saussaye will be legitimately confident of a big performance.
SELECTIONS
NOBLE QUEEN (10) – NYX DE VAL (11) – NACARA BELLA (5) – NINA JAVO (12)
C2 – PRIX D’EAUZE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 40,000 - MAJON – Has done nothing of note since returning to competition and at this level will have no possible chance
- MEWTWO – Lightly-raced colt that has endured an interrupted career. Is competitively-shod for the first time but latest figures do little to inspire confidence
- MOONLIGHT DU RHIN – Acquitted himself respectably on comeback but was quickly eliminated here late last month and is unlikely to shake things up
- MIGHTY DREAM – In the frame in all 3 starts this year, latterly 2nd in a Class E over course and distance a fortnight ago. Steps up in category but goes barefoot and can play a leading role
- MUZE MAKER – Has taken particularly well to racing barefoot, most recently outclassing the opposition in a Lyon-Parilly Class E mid-month. Has earned the right to step up in category and should prove main threat to MAVERICK DE FAEL (8)
- MISTER D’ECROVILLE – Eliminated in 2 of last 4 but has otherwise been in fine form. Surprise 3rd in a 2100m Class D here 3 weeks ago and will not be available at 43-1 this time
- MAROLY – Serious gelding that has yet to get into his stride this term but can play a small role if his driver-trainer gets him off on the right foot
- MAVERICK DE FAEL – Quality individual that gave a fine account of himself on re-entry when 4th in an Argentan Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Will not be sent out at 84-1 this time, and it would be surprising were he not to win this
- MALDRIC D’ECHAL – Useful on a good day but out of the picture in last 2. Debuts, shod, for new trainer though and can start to redeem himself. First 5
- MILLIUM QUESNOT – Can trot but is no champion. Has just the one race under his belt since the break though and in this company is not about to cause an upset
- MAGELLANO SUN – Has done nothing but improve this term, most recently putting in a fine finish at Mauquenchy, and is unlikely to let the side down
Summary: Winner of 3 from 4 prior to being put away last September, MAVERICK DE FAEL (8) will have come on for his recent comeback run and, sporting 4 pads for the first time, will be expected to take all the beating. That said, MUZE MAKER (5) has done everything asked of him lately and his recent Lyon performance bodes particularly well for his chances. MIGHTY DREAM (4) has been knocking at the door recently and will be first-time barefoot. MISTER D’ECROVILLE (6) can prove a handful but is patently in shape and will have his chances if Matthias Legros assures his initial strides.
SELECTIONS
MAVERICK DE FAEL (8) – MUZE MAKER (5) – MIGHTY DREAM (4) – MISTER D’ECROVILLE (6)
C3 – PRIX D’ORBEC – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Mounted – EUR € 40,000 - MON ALTESSE – Has shown improvement since starting to race barefoot but, in this category, will struggle to make her mark
- MEDICIS DU BOCAGE – Lost her maiden status on comeback earlier in the month when securing a Bihorel-lès-Rouen Class F. A repeat, however, looks highly unlikely
- MELODY CHANTEREINE – Got back in the game at Lisieux on 14 March, coming 2nd in a 2725m Class F. Is new to Vincennes but can play a role if she takes to the new profile
- MA PIECE D’OR – Has been kept on the boil under harness since opening her account at Cordemais in early-March. Will be barefoot this time and can bring the fight to MISS DE BAILLE (8) provided Alexandre Abrivard keeps her focused
- MAMMA MIA DE LOU – Has not been seen under the saddle since last June but is clearly in form. Paul Ploquin in the irons and, with application, can trot her way into the frame
- MAYBE DU CEBE – Sent for a break after opening her account across town last October. Will have progressed for her return run, will be reunited with Benjamin Rochard, and must be afforded respect
- MALAGA DU DIGEON – Has yet to get off the mark but regularly goes close. Has not been seen out since early-January but will be competitively-shod with Eric Raffin aboard and must not be overlooked
- MISS DE BAILLE – Eliminated more often than not but has bags of ability. Would have fought out the finish here early this month had she not faulted mid-straight and Mathieu Mottier will be keen to put things right
- MAJUSCULE – 25 starts and yet to lose her maiden tag. Has been acquitting herself honourably though and in present shape can get a look in
- MENTION GRAVE – In the frame in last 2 monte starts, both at Toulouse. Takes on a much bigger task this time around and chances appear limited
- MAGGIOTTA – Is not without merit but will need to improve on latest effort here. Is barefoot for the occasion but still represents no more than a minor place chance
- MY FAIR LADY – Ran 3rd under harness in a Meslay-du-Maine Class E on 17 March before confirming under the saddle over the inner course here on 3 April. Is barefoot for the occasion and is not about to let the side down
Summary: Winner at Meslay-du-Maine on 17 March before being eliminated when competitive over the inner course early this month, MISS DE BAILLE (8) is plainly close to winning another and can pull it off if Mathieu Mottier manages to keep her trotting. She will still come under pressure from a barefoot MA PIECE D’OR (4) who demonstrated considerable monte aptitude earlier in the season, and the talented but complicated MAMMA MIA DE LOU (5) who showed her form after being eliminated here mid-month. MAYBE DU CEBE (6) has a conditioner under her belt since the winter break and, barefoot for the first time, will be no pushover.
SELECTIONS
MISS DE BAILLE (8) – MA PIECE D’OR (4) – MAMMA MIA DE LOU (5) – MAYBE DU CEBE (6)
C4 – PRIX DE LAVAUR – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class A – Harness – EUR € 62,000 - NIKITA DU MOUTHIEU – Useful sort that was not over-extended on her comeback run here in late-March. Will have come on for the race but may still be race-rusty
- NOOR DU CAMPUS – Should not be too hastily-judged for coming 5th in a 2175m Class B here late last month. Form is not in question and will be reunited with Alexandre Abrivard who won with her here in February
- NO ONE – Won over the short course here on 20 March before failing to confirm over 2175m 2 weeks ago. Partners again with Mathieu Mottier who scored with her last month and is unlikely to be far from the action
- NUIT MYSTIC – In the frame in 3 of 4 this term, latterly 3rd to NEW WAVE (10) in a Class C over course and distance on 31 March. Has ground to make up though and others easier to back
- NIKKI BEACH JISCE – Like a horse reborn this season, winning 2 for 2. Should have no issues with the main track and Eric Raffin can be forgiven for feeling bullish
- NEW YORK CITY – Takes to the main course for the first time after having won a 2200m Class D here on 14 April. Takes on some superior horses this time but can nevertheless hold her own
- NOUMEA DES BROUETS – Gave a very good account here on 31 March when 2nd to NEW WAVE (10) in a Class C over course and distance. Has been knocking at the door since her first competitive steps and will be rewarded with victory one of these days
- NOT ALONE – Takes to the main track for the first time after twice placing in the southwest, but appears to be biting off more than she can chew
- NO LIMIT DELO – Useful filly from a yard in excellent shape. Has acquitted herself well in both starts this season and it will not be long before she makes her way back into the winners’ circle
- NEW WAVE – Convincing winner of a Class C over track and trip on 31 March. Will be reined by Matthieu Abrivard this time and will be no soft touch
- NEREIDA – Back under harness after being eliminated early in a monte Class A under these conditions last week, and is unlikely to spring any surprises
Summary: After winning unopposed at Laval on her comeback, NIKKI BEACH JISCE (5) went on to comfortably impose over the inner course next time and trainer Jocelyn Robert will be justifiably confident of securing the hat-trick. Eric Raffin will still be keeping an eye on NO LIMIT DELO (9) who is clearly on the right road, and NEW WAVE (10) who climbs the category-ladder after opening her account over course and distance a month back. NOUMEA DES BROUETS (7) is still chasing that elusive first win but ran close 2nd to Raffin’s horse last month and must be taken seriously.
SELECTIONS
NIKKI BEACH JISCE (5) – NO LIMIT DELO (9) – NEW WAVE (10) – NOUMEA DES BROUETS (7)
C5 – PRIX DE FONTENAY-SOUS-BOIS – 2850m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 41,000 - LOIR ET CHER – Modest trotter going barefoot following a modest comeback at La Capelle recently and can be ruled out
- LEADER ATOUT – Ran 4th in a 2175m Class E here on 11 April after having imposed at Mauquenchy 9 days earlier, and is eminently capable of making the frame
- LARIMAR – Has gone from strength to strength since moving yards, latterly easily winning an Argentan Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Is unlikely to repeat but can nevertheless challenge for a place on the podium
- LYS GEMA – Has enjoyed a productive run of form since beginning to race barefoot. Is new to Vincennes but is clearly a serious Sassier second-string and must be respected
- LORD DES GRANGES – Form has done nothing but regress since placing in a Class E under these conditions on 14 January, and can be confidently disregarded
- LUGANO – Showed considerable improvement when 2nd in a 2800m Villedieu-les-Poëles Class E 11 days ago, but has little love for Vincennes and others easier to back
- LUCHADOR – Looked very ordinary when 9th of 10 finishers behind LEADER ATOUT (2) in a 2175m Class E here on 11 April. Is not entirely devoid of talent though and can pick up some minor honours
- LORD DE CHENU – Has not been seen out since imposing at Laval on 18 February, but clearly means business, and will be unsurprisingly well-backed to win this
- LITCHI CASTELETS – Serious type that has finished 2nd in 3 of last 4 starts. Benefits from a terrific entry though and, already a winner for Eric Raffin, can give LORD DE CHENU (8) something to think about
Summary: Winner of 6 of his last 7 starts, most recently over 2 months ago at Laval, LORD DE CHENU (8) is nevertheless configured as he was when dominating a Class E over course and distance in January, and can get straight back in the game. Louis Baudouin will still be mindful of the marginally better-engaged LITCHI CASTELETS (9) who has been knocking at the door since the start of his season, and the in-form LEADER ATOUT (2) who is better than his latest result would suggest. LARIMAR (3) excels in his current configuration and makes his Vincennes bow with a good hand to play.
SELECTIONS
LORD DE CHENU (8) – LITCHI CASTELETS (9) – LEADER ATOUT (2) – LARIMAR (3)
C6 – PRIX DE TIFFAUGES – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 46,000 - LOVER JULMA – Handy element making first appearance since failing to deliver here on 19 February, and is going to need the run
- LE GRAAL – Has started to come good again over recent weeks. Goes barefoot for the first time and from the 2-spot must not be underestimated
- LOUNA DU LOCHEUR – Quality mare that has not put a foot out of line for some time. Is competitively-shod, has placed in 2 of 3 under these conditions, and has a realistic chance of making the frame once more
- LUTELLIA MONNERIE – Pleased in both starts over course and distance but has struggled of late and is unlikely to spice things up
- LAUSSAC DU BUISSON – Returns to racing barefoot after prepping on a saturated Enghien track last month. Could not have asked for a better entry and Franck Nivard will be minded to deliver
- LUCIANO VREDEBEST – Fine trotter that clinched victory on comeback in a Meslay-du-Maine Class E earlier in the month. Will have progressed for the race and is sufficiently well-placed to make a big splash
- LORELEI DE REUX – Surprising 4th in an Ecommoy Class D early this month, however a repeat seems most improbable
- LOUISON – Has raced and placed at a superior level but sports pads for comeback and can be ruled out
- LYANA D’ARC – Unlucky 3rd in a Class D under these conditions on 14 April. Not ideally-drawn but is clearly in excellent shape and Mathieu Mottier will be keen to set the record straight
- LUTIN JABA – Starts for the first time since May 2025 and with shoes fitted will have nothing to offer
- LEVEL ONE SYGA – Never far from faulting but has otherwise been in fine shape. Stays shod in a bid to reproduce his Enghien victory but faces a much stiffer test this time around
- LUSANIO DE WARNOC – Smartly won a 2700m Class D here earlier in the month, but under these conditions is unlikely to confirm
- LOUANGE CASTELETS – Has not got her nose in front for some time but will have come on for her re-entry run and will not be far from the action if Anthony Barrier successfully navigates the start
- LIL BOSS ONLY – Wonderfully dependable type with solid references here, latterly 3rd under these conditions 3 weeks ago. Was handed a poor draw that day too but will be barefoot and must be worth retaining
- LAGO DE PERVENCHE – Previously a good sort but has made no impact so far this term and is unlikely to start now
Summary: Terrifically-engaged, ideally-placed in front, and barefoot as he was when successful under these conditions in January, LAUSSAC DU BUISSON (5) is easy to fancy for the win. Franck Nivard will still want to be wary though of the Vincennes-liking LUCIANO VREDEBEST (6) who was victorious on his comeback at Meslay-du-Maine 3 weeks ago, and the consistent LOUNA DU LOCHEUR (3) who sports a fresh configuration for the occasion. LYANA D’ARC (9) was unlucky here mid-month and even in spite of a tough number, should nevertheless give this a good go.
SELECTIONS
LAUSSAC DU BUISSON (5) – LUCIANO VREDEBEST (6) – LOUNA DU LOCHEUR (3) – LYANA D’ARC (9)
C7 – PRIX D’ALFORTVILLE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 46,000 - KARMEN DE MONTCEAU – Out of the picture in all 3 starts this year and has nothing to contribute here
- KALITY D’ERABLE – Not the most dependable of horses but can trot. Goes barefoot following her return run and, with her mind on the game, can pick up a cheque
- KEJAIME DE HOUELLE – Faces first objective of the season after her re-entry at Meslay-du-Maine last month. Has won all 5 races with Benjamin Rochard and should again acquit herself competitively
- KISS ME DE MADKER – Steps back up in category after running 3rd in a Graignes Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Has been reconfigured for the occasion, with Eric Raffin at the helm this time, and should prove competitive when it matters
- KABALVA – 4th to KALIAKIE PHEDO (9) at Meslay-du-Maine before failing to impress in an amateurs Class G here early this month, and can be passed over
- KELOMA DREAM – Back in the capital after running fine 2nd in an Ecommoy Class D in early-April. is plainly close to her race and should prove main threat to KALIAKIE PHEDO (9)
- KISS ME DU LIVET – Barring a pair of sanctions, has hardly put a foot wrong this term. In this company though is unlikely to set off any fireworks
- KRACOTTE VERGNIER – Has not put a foot wrong since imposing at Cagnes on 18 December. Is confirmed at the venue, with a top pilot reining, and can finish close
- KALIAKIE PHEDO – Serious mare back in race-mode after being prepped at Chateaubriant last week, and a repeat of her Meslay-du-Maine performance would see her impose
- KANELLE STAR – Useful on a good day but has not had many of those recently and cannot be considered a priority
Summary: Simply dynamic when shod as she is, KALIAKIE PHEDO (9) returns to Vincennes in top shape and, with application, can impose. She will still be opposed by KELOMA DREAM (6) who has been particularly competitive lately, and KEJAIME DE HOUELLE (3) who will be shod to preference following a necessary freshener at Meslay-du-Maine. Consistently-performant when barefoot and focused, KRACOTTE VERGNIER (8) has yet to disappoint here and the engagement of Mathieu Mottier will only enhance her prospects.
SELECTIONS
KALIAKIE PHEDO (9) – KELOMA DREAM (6) – KEJAIME DE HOUELLE (3) – KRACOTTE VERGNIER (8)
C8 – PRIX DE MENTON – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 56,000 - JOKER DU PONT – Opened her seasonal account in a 2825m Chartres Class F mid-March at 45-1 and even with Gabriele Gelormini in the bike this time is unlikely to repeat
- ICE HAUFOR – Has been out of sorts since last September and although reconfigured is not about to spring any surprises
- I LOVE IGNY – Pleasant 4th in a Class F at Le Croise-Laroche 10 days ago, but will have a mountain to climb this time
- JYTRACE DE HOUELLE – Serious individual that seldom disappoints when barefoot. Imposed under these conditions late last year, has never failed to deliver for Mathieu Mottier, and appears to have a good hand to play
- JUSTICIA GLAM – Beat JAG HAUFOR (11) in a 2100m Class E here on 27 March before being conditioned at Meslay-du-Maine 3 weeks ago. Has form with Benjamin Rochard and can again finish close
- JOYCE DES GRANGES – Has not won since last August but consistently gives what she can. Has never excelled over 2175m here but will nevertheless have her supporters
- INSTALL D’ALOUETTE – Considerably better than recent numbers would imply, most recently very unlucky in a 2700m Class E here a fortnight back, and will not be going home empty-handed if kept out of harm’s way
- ILARIA KILY – Has been enjoying something of a renaissance recently, winning 2 on the trot. Is confirmed at the venue and is not without a chance of picking up minor honours
- JADE RENARDIER – Superb in first 3 starts this year only to be found wanting in 27 March race of reference. Excels with Anthony Barrier though and has a realistic chance of contesting the finish
- JALDO D’OCQUE – Has been firing on all cylinders since early last month, winning 2 of last 3. Has no love for the venue but in current condition is very hard to ignore
- JAG HAUFOR – Denied a run, finishing 6th behind JUSTICIA GLAM (5), in a 2100m Class E here on 27 March. Is plainly in rude health though and can redeem himself if kept out of trouble
- JOYEUSE ENTREE – Tends to show more in the monte code these days and best to keep one’s powder dry
- ILLICO DE BOUTEAU – Got back in the winners’ circle 2.5 weeks ago at Saint-Omer but in this company will struggle to make his presence felt
Summary: Rather unlucky over 2100m here late last month, JAG HAUFOR (11) is clearly better than his result would suggest and David Thomain will be out to put things right. JUSTICIA GLAM (5) ran a surprise 3rd that day, is barefoot this time, and can again figure prominently, but may first have to see off JADE RENARDIER (9) who clearly has a point to prove. JALDO D’OCQUE (10) is not a big Vincennes fan but he is patently at the top of his game and will be reunited with Matthieu Abrivard.
SELECTIONS
JAG HAUFOR (11) – JADE RENARDIER (9) – JUSTICIA GLAM (5) – JALDO D’OCQUE (10)
R4 SAINT BRIEUC [R-H]
C1 – PRIX D’YFFINIAC – 3150m (a2m) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 20,000
- KENOR DES LANDES – Has been kept to harness races and was victorious last time out in a claimer at Meslay-du-Maine over 2900m on 4 April. Might play a minor role trying a mounted race
- LATINO BOY – Has only been modest this year and was 6th in a Class G mounted race at Castillonnès over 2450m on 5 April. Needs to find a few lengths to score
- LATINO ELDE – In good form and was runner-up in a Class F mounted race at Reims over 2550m on 15 April. Should fight out the finish once again
- KASTILLE – Disqualified last time out at Aix-les-Bains over 2000m on 3 August. Hard to trust and should need this run returning from a break
- KEL CHARME FOU – Did not show his best when tenth in a Class F mounted race at Écommoy over 2750m on 6 April. Fitter this time and has a place chance in this line-up
- KOMETE DE VAL – Unreliable and was unplaced last time out in a Class F harness race at Alençon over 2650m on 19 April. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
- LUCAS DE TOURNAI – Unreliable and finished 8th in a Class D mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 21 April. Capable of being a threat on best form
- JASMINE DE LYONS – Not reliable and finished 6th in a Class F mounted race at Écommoy over 2750m on 6 April. Might play a minor role if at best
- LEGENDE DES ECUS – Unreliable but was runner-up last time out in a Class F mounted race at Toulouse over 2950m on 10 April. Should be right there at the finish once again
- KOME ON ERCA – Clearly needed his only run of the year when 7th in a Class H harness race at Nort-sur-Erdre over 3100m on 12 April. Fitter and barefoot this time, so can score
- JAGERSRO – Disqualified twice in a row, the latest in a harness race at Castillonnès over 2450m on 26 April. Not easy to trust but is capable of making the frame
Summary: LATINO ELDE (3) has been in good form of late and his performance at Reims earlier this month suggested a winning turn is not far away. LEGENDE DES ÉCUS (9) is unreliable but is also capable of going one place better on his run at Toulouse a few weeks ago. KOME ON ERCA (10) needed his only run of this year and races without shoes this time, so could strike. JAGERSRO (11) is not easy to trust but is quite capable of scoring when smart.
SELECTIONS
LATINO ELDE (3) – LEGENDE DES ECUS (9) – KOME ON ERCA (10) – JAGERSRO (11)
C2 – PRIX SAINT-BRIEUC ARMOR AGGLOMERATION – 2575m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 26,000 - LANISTER SMART – Returned from a break and was successful in Class E at Royan La Palmyre over 2475m on 4 April. Remains barefoot and must be respected in this line-up
- LUCIA DE LA CRIERE – In good shape and was runner-up in Class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 7 April. Can make the frame once again
- LOLA D’OHARA – Has only been modest this year and was 8th in Class E at Rambouillet over 2800m on 12 April. Needs major improvement to score
- LAIA D’AVRIL – Consistent this year and finished third in Class E at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 3 March. Might play a minor role
- LIKE A PRAYER – Has some fair recent form and was 5th in Class E at Laval over 2850m on 28 March. Can do better and is not out of it
- LORA SCOTIA – Probably needed her last run when 7th in Class D at Cordemais over 2825m on 15 April. Does better with this shoeing and should contest the finish
- LOUBIANA DU BOURG – Hard to trust but did finish fourth in Class D at Cordemais over 2825m on 15 April. Has disqualification issues but is also capable of earning some money
- LALY DE JADE – Has shown improvement of late and was victorious in Class E at Enghien over 2150m on 16 April. Capable of following up
- LETTY DE BEYLEV – Did not show her best when 9th in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 21 April. Capable of better and could earn some money
- LOULIANA DE VANDEL – Did not show her best when 7th in Class D at Enghien over 2150m on 10 March. In good form before that and has claims
- LADY QUEEN – Probably needed her only run of the year when tenth in Class E at Cherbourg over 2625m on 6 April. Fitter and barefoot this time but others make more appeal
- LUNA DOMA – Finished 11th in Class E at Chartres over 2825m on 3 November. Returns from a break and needs improvement to win
- LYRA POTERIE – Showed improvement when 5th in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 21 April. Yet to win a race but can play a minor role
Summary: A very open-looking event. LALY DE JADE (8) has improved of late and could follow up on an Enghien success, but she will need to fight off many challenges. LOULIANA DE VANDEL (10) was in good form before her disappointing last run but can bounce back to score. LORA SCOTIA (6) is fitter this time and has a good record with this shoeing, so would not be a surprise winner. LANISTER SMART (1) returned from a break to win on the grass and might well double up.
SELECTIONS
LALY DE JADE (8) – LOULIANA DE VANDEL (10) – LORA SCOTIA (6) – LANISTER SMART (1)
C3 – PRIX FRANCE COPEAUX – 2575m (a1m1/2) – Class D – Harness – EUR € 26,000 - LYS PETTEVINIERE – Has only been modest of late and finished 7th in Class E at Villedieu-les-Poëles over 2800m on 19 April. Needs to do more to score
- LATHOS DE VIVOIN – Disqualified last time out at Feurs over 2100m on 20 April. Unreliable and others make much more appeal
- LORD DE BRION – Not reliable but was fourth in Class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 21 December. Could need this run returning from a break
- LE CONCORDE – Ultra-consistent and was runner-up in Class E at Vincennes over 2175m on 11 April. Should fight out the finish yet again
- L’IDEALISTE – Has hit the crossbar three times in a row. the latest in Class F at Pontchâteau over 2800m on 29 March. Should be competitive once again
- LUXOR DE MARZY – Unreliable of late and finished 5th in Class D at Enghien over 2875m on 18 April. Quite capable of contesting the finish
- LION SUR MER – Needed the last run when 9th in Class E at Rambouillet over 2800m on 29 March. Fitter this time but others are preferred
- LOUSTIC D’YVEL – Battling to find best form and finished 8th in Class E at Cherbourg over 2625m on 6 April. Fitter this time but needs to improve to win
- LUXE D’ERABLE – A runner-up last time out in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 7 November. Returns from a break but has a place chance if fit enough
- LUCIANO ROYAL – Has shown improvement this year and finished third in Class E at Rambouillet over 2800m on 12 April. Can earn some more money
- LION DU HOULBET – Disqualified last time out when barefoot at Enghien over 2875m on 18 April. Not easy to trust but does win races when smart
Summary: A tricky race. LION DU HOULBET (11) is obviously very talented and did win the only time he went clockwise, so can score again. LE CONCORDE (4) is much more reliable than that rival and should be right there at the finish yet again. LUXOR DE MARZY (6) is unreliable but is also capable of being competitive when in the right mood. L’IDÉALISTE (5) is knocking hard at the door and is clearly also not out of it.
SELECTIONS
LION DU HOULBET (11) – LE CONCORDE (4) – LUXOR DE MARZY (6) – L’IDEALISTE (5)
C4 – PRIX GROUPAMA – 2575m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 29,000 - JARDYLAND – Not reliable and finished 6th in class F at Graignes over 2725m on 12 April. Might play a minor role at very best
- HADREUS – Did not show his best when 6th in class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 13 April. Capable of better and has a place chance
- HORIZON D’AMARO – Did not show his best when 10th in class F at Montlucon over 3025m on 19 April. Unreliable and others make more appeal
- ITALICA – Often competitive and finished 3rd in class E at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 8 April. Has shown improvement and is barefoot. Can make the frame
- JACK DU CEBE – In good form and finished 4th in class F at Fougeres over 3200m on 5 April. Does well with this shoeing and could score
- JACK L’EVENTREUR – Unreliable and finished 5th in class F at Graignes over 2725m on 12 April. Has shown improvement and might play a minor role
- IROCKO STRYCK – Faulted twice in last three starts, including last time out in a claimer at Vincennes over 2100m on 14 April. Has disqualification issues and others are preferred
- HEIDI DU BISET – Has some fair form and finished 5th in class E at Reims over 2550m on 15 April. On a long losing run but could earn some money
- JADE DU CEDRE – Unreliable and was unplaced in Class F at Villedieu-les-Poëles over 2800m on 19 April. Others are preferred
- HORUS DE VAL – Showed some improvement when 6th in class F at Ranes over 3125m on 6 April. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
- HERMES HAUFOR – Needed the last run when unplaced in Class F at Ranes over 3125m on 6 April. Battling to find best form and makes little appeal
- JACK DES MALBERAUX – Disqualified in class F at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 9 April. Unreliable but is capable of earning some money when smart
- JACINTHE DU BOIRON – Not disgraced when 5th in class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 7 March. Victorious back in January and is not out of it
- JAG ROYAL – Disqualified four times in a row, the latest in class D at Cordemais over 2825m on 15 April. Is barefoot and can win when smart
Summary: JACK DU CÈBE (5) was not disgraced at Fougères at the beginning of the month. He does better with this shoeing arrangement and can enjoy winning success. JAG ROYAL (14) is very hard to trust but is barefoot and capable of being a threat when staying on the trot. JACINTHE DU BOIRON (13) is capable of being very competitive at this level and is not out of it. ITALICA (4) is consistent and clearly capable of winning a race of this nature.
SELECTIONS
JACK DU CEBE (5) – JAG ROYAL (14) – JACINTHE DU BOIRON (13) – ITALICA (4)
C5 – PRIX DE LA VILLE DE SAINT-BRIEUC – 2575m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 20,000 - KEVIN ANABA – Finished 10th in class F at Lisieux over 2725m on 5 October. Capable of better but could need this run returning from a break
- KAHAL DES RUETTES – Has improved of late and finished 5th in class F at Bohorel-les-Rouen over 2500m on 6 April. Is on a long losing streak and others make more appeal
- KIRMANE DE LAVAU – Disqualified in four of last ive starts, the latest in class E at Pontchâteau over 2800m on 29 March. Hard to trust but can play a minor role
- KANDY VENESI – Victorious in Class F at Cholet over 2800m on 22 March. Success in two of three starts this year and is barefoot so could strike again
- KAPTAIN FAFA – Has needed both starts this year and was 7th in class D at Cholet over 2800m on 6 April. Barefoot this time and could strike
- KING DODVILLE – Disqualified in class F at Rambouillet over 2800m on 21 September. Returns from a break but can score if fit enough
- KALINE JAMINI – Has onlt been modest of late and finished 6th in class G at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 13 April. Is barefoot but needs to improve to score
- KASIMIR JELOCA – Disqualified in class F at Lisieux over 2725m on 12 April. Fitter this time and could be the surprise package of the race
- KALISPERA DE TRIOU – Finished 7th in class F at Le Mans over 2950m on 26 July. Has some talent but is returning from a lengthy break and should need this run
- KLASSIC DE SYVA – Needed the run when 10th in class E at Pontchâteau over 2800m on 29 March. Has disqualification issues and is best watched for now
- KILIMANDJARO – Finished 10th in class F at Argentan over 2150m on 6 February. On a long losing streak and needs to improve to score
- KENZA D’OURVILLE – Has only been moderate of late and finished 9th in class F at Ecommoy over 2750m on 5 April. More is needed to beat these rivals
- KALIPETTE JELOCA – Unreliable and finished 12th in class E at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 9 April. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
- KILIM QUICK – Only modest of late and finished 6th in class F at Argentan over 2875m on 13 April. Needs to do a bit more to score
- KATSUKI – Unreliable but was runner-up in class F at Argentan over 2875m on 13 April. Has shown improvement and can go one place better
Summary: A very open-looking race. KATSUKI (15) has tended to be unreliable, but his last run was a good performance and he may well go one better this time. KANDY VENESI (4) has been in very good form this year and would not be a surprise winner. KING DODVILLE (6) returns from a break but is talented and could contest the finish if fit enough. KAPTAIN FAFA (5) races without shoes and can be a lively danger this time around.
SELECTIONS
KATSUKI (15) – KANDY VENESI (4) – KING DODVILLE (6) – KAPTAIN FAFA (5)
C6 – PRIX EQUICER-CERFRANCE – 2575m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 19,500 - MYSTIC RED – Disqualified in class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 28 October. Has ability and is capable of scoring if fit enough after a break
- MILORD DU CHATELET – Disqualified in class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 16 December. Victorious in two of four starts and can contest the finish if fit from a break
- MY SUN DRALIAM – Victorious in Class F at Argentan over 2875m on 29 March. Has shown improvement but does have major disqualification issues and others make more appeal
- MON ROI – Showed some improvement and was 5th in class F at Reims over 2500m on 23 April. May play a minor role at very best
- MAWENZI – Battling to find best form and finished 8th in class E at Toulouse over 2150m on 17 October. On a long losing streak and needs to do better to score
- MADE IN MOUROTAIS – In good shape and finished 3rd in class E at Caen over 2200m on 19 March. Remains barefoot and could make the frame
- MALANDRINO – Disqualified in class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 17 April. Unreliable but is capable of scoring when staying on the trot
- MON CARAT TONIQUE – Victorious in Class E at Angers over 2350m on 15 January. Is in decent form but could need this run returning from a short break
- MAMBO DE CAHOT – Disappointing last run when 9th in class E at Toulouse over 2150m on 10 April. Consistent before that and could get invvolved with the finish
- MISTRAL DU REGENCY – Holding form and finished 4th in class E at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 9 April. Can be competitive in this line-up
- MASTER ORANGE – Successful last time out in Class E at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 22 December. Very consistent but could need this run returning from a break
- MAESTRO ECUS – Finished 3rd in class C at Vincennes over 2850m on 3 June. Returns from a long break and could need this run
Summary: MYSTIC RED (1) does look a classy sort, so could overcome a break and beat these rivals if fit enough. MILORD DU CHÂTELET (2) mixes disqualifications and successes but is a threat to these rivals. MISTRAL DU REGENCY (10) continues to hold form and should be involved with the finish yet again. MALANDRINO (7) is an unreliable sort but is capable of contesting the finish when in the right frame of mind.
SELECTIONS
MYSTIC RED (1) – MILORD DU CHATELET (2) – MISTRAL DU REGENCY (10) – MALANDRINO (7)
C7 – PRIX DE LA FEDERATION OUEST – 2575m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 19,500 - NITCH DE REVE D’OR – Disqualified last time out at Reims over 2550m on 19 March. Did win well on debut and can bounce back to score if smart
- NO SECRET – Returned to form and was runner-up in Class F at Tours over 2200m on 12 April. Probably better on the grass but has a place chance
- NOE SIBEY – Victorious on his debut in Class F at Rambouillet over 2000m on 29 March. Must be respected for that success and is not out of it
- NASH DU CAMPUS – Showed promise when a well-backed debut winner in Class F at Cholet over 2100m on 6 April. Quite capable of doubling up
- NUEVO MANNETOT – A winner of a Class F at Pontchâteau over 2200m on debut. Has more wins in the tank and could contest the finish
- NERPRUN – Consistent so far and was third in Class F at Argentan over 2150m on 13 April. Might need to do a bit more to beat these rivals
- NEYMAR DU POTO – Showed some improvement to win his second start, in Class F at Castillonnès over 2450m on 6 April. Tougher task in this line-up
- NEMANIA – Finished fourth last time out in Class E at Laval over 2850m on 28 March. Did win on debut before that and can be a threat to these rivals
- NICE PACE – Has major disqualification issues and arrives after two in a row, the latest at Caen over 2450m on 30 March. Hard to trust but can earn some money when smart
Summary: An interesting race with many who are capable of good improvement. NASH DU CAMPUS (4) did all that was asked of him when a well-backed debut winner and can follow up. NEMANIA (8) was a solid winner on debut and was unlucky last time out at Laval, so must be respected. NUEVO MANNETOT (5) won on debut and could be anything, so should be competitive. NITCH DE RÊVE D’OR (1) faulted last time out but is another that can shine.
SELECTIONS
NASH DU CAMPUS (4) – NEMANIA (8) – NUEVO MANNETOT (5) – NITCH DE REVE D’OR (1)
C8 – PRIX CHAMPAGNE BERGERE – 2575m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 19,500 - MADISON KAT – Disqualified in three of last four starts, including last time out in class E at Cabourg over 2725m on 2 October. Could need this run returning from a break
- MA PERLE – Only modest of late and finishd 7th in class F at Reims over 2500m on 23 April. Barefoot this time but others make more appeal
- MISS DAM LORRAINE – Showed improvement when barefoot and runner-up in class F at Nancy over 2600m on 19 April. Remains without shoes and has a place chance
- MAJESTE DE BOMO – Victorious in two of three starts so far, the latest in Class F at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2550m on 19 October.Returns from a break but can contest the finish
- MY LADY BLUE – Victorious in both starts last year, the latest in Class F at Graignes over 2700m on 9 August. Can pull off the hat-trick if fit enough
- MAJESTE DE ZIETTE – Victorious in Class F at Alencon over 2650m on 19 April. Has some ability but could like it on the grass and this is a tougher task
- MURCIELAGO MIJO – Successful in Class F at Meslay-du-Maine over 2875m on 4 April. Has disqualification issues but can score when staying in stride
- MICTOIRE QUEEN – Finished 3rd in class F at Cholet over 2800m on 6 April. May have needed that run and did win both starts last year. Can be a lively danger
- MALAGA TURGOT – Needed the last run when 5th in class F at Tours over 2800m on 12 April. Probably at very best on the grass but might play a minor role
- MISS SMART – Victorious in Class F at Amiens over 2400m on 13 November. Did not do much wrong last year but should need this run returning from a break
- MOUNTAIN – A barefoot winner of her last two starts, the latest in Class F at Tours over 2800m on 12 April. Remains without shoes and must be respected
- MOONDANCE OKINA – Consistent of late and was runner-up in class E at Graignes over 2725m on 12 April. Capable of earning some more money
- MANILLE D’ERABLE – Disqualified in class C at Enghien over 2875m on 3 August. Returns from a lengthy break and is likely to need this run
- MARBELLA – Consistent so far and finished 4th ina Group 3 at Vincennes over 2200m on 18 October. 2024. Should need this run returning from a break
Summary: A very difficult lucky last race. MURCIELAGO MIJO (7) is not easy to trust and has disqualification issues but could follow up on a good win at Meslay-du-Maine. MY LADY BLUE (5) showed ability with her two wins last year, but her fitness will have to be taken on trust. MOUNTAIN (11) has struck form with some barefoot victories and remains without shoes, so must be respected. MAJESTÉ DE BOMO (4) showed ability last year and could contest the finish if fit enough.
SELECTIONS – MURCIELAGO MIJO (7) – MY LADY BLUE (5) – MOUNTAIN (11) – MAJESTE DE BOMO (4)

Leave a Reply