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R1 Longchamp [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE SAINT-GEORGES – 1000m (a5f) – TURF – Gr3 – Flat – EUR € 73,200

  1. ESTEPONA – Finished second over 1100m at Fontainebleau in Class 2 Conditional on 31 March. He may be outgunned in this line-up
  2. PONNTOS – Victorious over 1000m in Milan in Conditional Listed on 26 April. He meets a competitive field, and others have a stronger winning chance
  3. JAWWAL – Is better than latest when seventh over 1100m at Deauville in Conditional Listed on 7 April. He finished second in the Group 1 Prix de l’Abbaye last year October
  4. LESSLEPASSER – Finished eighth over 1200m at Chantilly in Class 2 Conditional on 22 April. Hard to like on current form and can be overlooked
  5. ROGUE LIGHTNING – Showed signs of a form return when fourth over 1200m at Doha on 14 February. He would have freshened up and can feature
  6. RAYEVKA – Finished sixth in the Group 1 Al Quoz Sprint over 1200m at Meydan on 28 March. She drops back in class and is the horse to beat
  7. BEAUTIFUL DIAMOND – Finished third over 1000m at Bath in a Conditional Listed on 5 April. She makes her way to France with high hopes
  8. MGHEERA – Finished behind JAWWAL (3) when fifth over 1000m at Parislongchamp in the Group 1 Prix de l’Abbaye on 5 October 2025. She is having her first outing this year and may need it
  9. AFJAN – Finished third over 1100m at Chantilly in Conditional Listed on 14 April. He is having his peak run this year and can finish on the podium
    Summary: RAYEVKA (6) was not beaten far in the Al Quoz Sprint at Meydan on 28 March. She returns to French soil, drops in class and may be the one to beat. JAWWAL (3) would have come on from his first outing this year. He finished second in the Prix de l’Abbaye last year and is one of the leading contenders. BEAUTIFUL DIAMOND (7) has shown promise in England and should be competitive in this line-up. ROGUE LIGHTNING (5) showed signs of a form return in Qatar last time and with the blinkers fitted, he should have a say.
    SELECTIONS
    RAYEVKA (6) – JAWWAL (3) – BEAUTIFUL DIAMOND (7) – ROGUE LIGHTNING (5)
    C2 – PRIX DE MOGADOR – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 21,000
  10. SPIRITO – Finished third over 1400m at Compiegne in Conditional Maiden on 25 April. He has scope but others are preferred
  11. SONO IO – Finished unplaced over 1400m at Nantes in Conditional Maiden on 4 April. Others have a stronger winning chance
  12. MISTY CITY – Finished third over 1400m at Nancy in Claimer on 26 April. Nicely drawn but others have a stronger winning chance
  13. WHY AM I BEAUTIFUL – Finished fifth over 1600m at Nantes in Handicap on 14 April. She has scope and can finish on the podium
  14. DOLLAR DES BOIS – Finished third over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 26 April. He is ideally drawn and should be involved
  15. ONE EDITION – Finished fifth over 1200m at Evreux in Handicap on 15 April. Is looking for first-career victory but very unlikely this time yet again
  16. AMELIA – Finished second over 1200m at Evreux in Handicap on 15 April. She is in a good space and merits obvious consideration
  17. ST LUNAIRE – Finished ninth over 1600m at Fontainebleau in Handicap on 20 April. Needs to produce best form to have a say
  18. LA PRIMA – Finished fourth over 1350m at Senonnes in Conditional Maiden on 8 April. She is progressive and may have more to come
  19. ROMANCIER NOCTURNE – Should have finished closer when unplaced over 1400m at Chantilly in Handicap on 16 March. Big chance with luck in running
  20. RUE EBLE – Finished eighth over 1400m on this track in Handicap on 26 April. Chance if finding form of penultimate run when victorious
  21. KENDARO – Finished sixth over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 26 April. Mickael Barzalona rides and can win if switching off early
  22. CHARLESTON DANCER – Finished behind DOLLAR DES BOIS (5) when fourth over 1400m on this course in Handicap on 26 April. There should not be much separating the pair at the finish
  23. FIRE UP THE JETS – Finished ninth over 1200m at Evreux in Handicap on 15 April. Unlikely to trouble the judge on current form
  24. PLAY THE GAME – Finished sixth over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in Claimer on 10 April. Others look stronger and can be passed over
  25. FARAWAY TREE – Finished sixth over 1100m at Le Croise-Laroche in Class 4 Claimer on 4 April. Needs huge progress to feature and is best to pass over
    Summary: KENDARO (12) used up a lot of energy over this track and trip last time. If Mickael Barzalona can settle him early, he may be the one to beat. DOLLAR DES BOIS (5) finished third that day and from a good draw of two, he is one of the leading contenders. ROMANCIER NOCTURNE (10) should have finished much closer in his first outing this year. Cristian Demuro rides and he should have good improvement to come. LA PRIMA (9) is a progressive individual and seems well placed for her handicap debut.
    SELECTIONS
    KENDARO (12) – DOLLAR DES BOIS (5) – ROMANCIER NOCTURNE (10) – LA PRIMA (9)
    C3 – CAMILLE PISSARRO COOLMORE PRIX SAINT-ALARY – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Gr2 – Flat – EUR € 119,000
  26. CONCORDE AGREEMENT – Victorious over 1800m on this course in a Group 3 on 5 April. She looks to be above average and merits healthy respect
  27. EVITA – Finished second over 1600m at Chantilly in Class 2 Conditional on 2 April. Christophe Soumillon retains the ride, but she takes on stronger
  28. GILDED PRIZE – Unbeaten from three starts. Was victorious in a Group 3 over 2100m at Saint-Cloud on 17 April. She has class about her and is the horse to beat
  29. COMPOSING – Finished fourth over 1400m at Leopardstown in a Group 3 on 12 April. The combination of Aidan O’Brien and Ryan Moore cannot be discounted
  30. LAPOTHEOSE – Unbeaten from three starts. Victorious in a Conditional Listed over 2100m at Toulouse on 19 April. Faces a competitive field but she may be up to the task
  31. HABIBI – Finished second over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in Conditional Listed on 24 March. She has ability but others have a stronger winning chance
    Summary: GILDED PRIZE (3) is unbeaten from three starts to date. She won her turf debut in a Group 3 at Saint-Cloud and may be the one to side with. CONCORDE AGREEMENT (1) made a strong impression when victorious in the Group 3 Prix Vanteaux and merits healthy respect. COMPOSING (4) hails from the visiting Aidan O’Brien stable. Ryan Moore does duty and the combination cannot be discounted. LAPOTHEOSE (5) is undefeated for three starts. She faces much stronger but may be up to the task at hand.
    SELECTIONS
    GILDED PRIZE (3) – CONCORDE AGREEMENT (1) – COMPOSING (4) – LAPOTHEOSE (5)
    C4 – THE PRESIDENT OF THE UAE CUP – COUPE D’EUROPE DES CHEVAUX ARABES – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 350,000
  32. AL THEEB – Finished fifth over 2000m at Doncaster in a Group 1 on 13 September 2025. First outing this year and may need the run
  33. RB KINGMAKER – Winner of a Group 1 over 2100m in Saudi Arabia on 13 February. He always gives of his best and merits healthy respect
  34. HM MAJDALLAH – Victorious over 1600m at Bordeaux le Bouscat in Conditional on 11 April. May be outgunned in this line-up
  35. LIPPO DE CARRERE – Winner of last three starts, the latest of which was a Group 1 over 2400m at Doha on 14 February. He is the horse to beat
  36. MONEER – Victorious over 2000m at Toulouse in a Group 2 on 19 April. Mickael Barzalona retains the ride, and he is one of the leading contenders
  37. MUREB – Finished sixth over 1600m at Doha in a Group 1 on 14 February. Others have a stronger winning chance
  38. HAJMAH – Finished behind MONEER (5) when second over 2000m at Toulouse in a Group 2 on 19 April. There should not be much separating the pair at the finish
  39. LACARO DU CROATE – Finished third over 2100m in Saudi Arabia in a Group 1 on 13 February 2026. More is needed to win this
    Summary: LIPPO DE CARRERE (4) was dominant on three occasions during the winter in Doha. He returns from a short rest and can win again. MONEER (5) was an impressive winner in his first outing this year at Toulouse. Mickael Barzalona retains the ride. RB KINGMAKER (2) was victorious over 2100m in Saudi Arabia in February. He was third in the 2024 and 2025 editions of this contest. HAJMAH (7) finished behind MONEER (5) when second last time and there should not be much separating the pair at the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    LIPPO DE CARRERE (4) – MONEER (5) – RB KINGMAKER (2) – HAJMAH (7)
    C5 – SUPER HANDICAP DU PRINTEMPS – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 1 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 96,000
  40. DARING PRINCE – Unplaced last time, 4th before that in a Listed race at Saint-Cloud on March 19th. Capable of a lead role
  41. POSCHIAVO – Two 4th place runs this year, the latter over 1600m in a Class 2 race at Chantilly on April 13th. Ought to be in the shake-up
  42. AVIDE – Fair 5th last time over 2400m at this track in a Listed race on April 12th. Might find a few of these better handicapped
  43. CASSIUS – Recent success in a Class 3 race at Fontainerbleau on March 17th last time out. Among the leading each way angles
  44. KOVROV – Two placed runs this year, the latter when 3rd at Marseille Borely in a Class 2 race on April 10th. Makes limited appeal
  45. JOHNNY HAMMER – Two 6th place runs this year, the most recent over 2000m in a Listed race on March 21st. Look for an alternative
  46. MORPHEWAN – Two unplaced runs of late, the latter over 2400m in a Class 2 race at Lyon Parilly on April 18th. Can give a better account this time
  47. BAYAMOON – Two unplaced runs of late, a win before that over 1600m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 2 handicap on January 12th. Effective on turf and the PSF but has a tough task
  48. SPANISH BREEZE CEN – Placed 3rd last time over 2000m in a Class 2 race at Chantilly on April 2nd. Track winner over 2000m in September in a Class 2 race. In the mix
  49. DALAKIR – Recent win over 2000m at Fontainebleau in a Class 2 handicap on April 20th. More required in a competitive event
  50. ALMIRO – Fair 4th on the last start over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 2 handicap on March 29th. Can make the frame with luck in running
  51. BIG LOG – Two placed runs of late, a win two runs back, 3rd on the most recent over 1600m at this track in a Class 2 handicap on April 16th.
  52. SABROSO – Two placed runs this year, 3rd on the latter over 2000m in a conditions race at Madrid (ESP) on April 12th. Key player
  53. SOUS LA NEIGE – Two unplaced runs since a 2nd over 1900m at Deauville in a Class 2 handicap on January 23rd. Seems better suited to the artificial surfaces
  54. EVERILLO – Recent winner over 2400m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 race on April 24th when last seen. Looks capable of making an impact
  55. KALAHANI – Placed 2nd on the last start over 2000m at Lyon Parilly in a Class 3 race on April 29th. Hard to recommend in a strong race
  56. ANOTHER LIGHT – Won on her third start over 1800m in a conditions race at Lyon La Soie on March 21st. 2nd at this track in a maiden on her second start in May 2025. Outside place chance
  57. JENILAT BRIGHT – Several unplaced runs of late, the most recent over 2400m at this track in a Class 3 handicap on April 26th. Pass over
  58. VERITABLE – Placed 3rd last time out over 2000m at La Teste in a Class 3 handicap on April 22nd. Unlikely to be a threat
  59. GUILLERETTE – Two unplaced runs since a win over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 2 handicap on March 10th. Others preferred
    Summary: EVERILLO (15) won nicely on the latest start at Saint-Cloud late last month in a Class 3 race and looks capable of following up. The main danger could be SABROSO (13), who has been placed on both starts this year, the latest in Spain at Madrid in a conditions race. MORPHEWAN (7) is better than recent form figures and has live claims each way. DARING PRINCE (1) was a decent fourth in a Listed race two runs back and warrants respect despite top-weight. POSCHIAVO (2) completes the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    EVERILLO (15) – SABROSO (13) – MORPHEWAN (7) – DARING PRINCE (1)
    C6 – EMIRATES POULE D’ESSAI DES POULAINS – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Gr1 – Flat – EUR € 650,000
  60. KHOVIKHOV – Placed 2nd last time over 1600m in a Listed race at Toulouse on April 19th. Unlikely to be on the premises
  61. RAYIF – Fair 3rd last time over 1400m at this track in the Prix Jean Luc Lagardre (Gr.1) on October 5th behind PUERTO RICO (7). Promising juvenile that can be competitive and fit to go
  62. HANKELOW – Latest win came in the Group 3 Autumn Stakes race at Newmarket (UK) over 1600m on October 11th. Nice prospect and warrants respect on seasonal return
  63. SEGALL – Recent winner of the Prix La Force (Gr.3) race at this track over 1800m on April 5th. Seems progressive and is worth considering
  64. KOMOREBI – Nice win in a Group 3 race at this track over 1600m last time out on April 12th. Seems to have progressed and holds a live chance of being involved
  65. MIJAS – Won on his last start over track and trip in a Class 2 race on April 16th. Open to more improvement and can make the top four
  66. PUERTO RICO – Top-Class last year, won his last three runs, the last two in Group 1 races, the most recent in the Criterium International (Gr.1) a Saint-Cloud on October 26th over 1600m. Key chance
  67. IMPERIOR – Won on the most recent start over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 2 race on March 29th. This will be more challenging
  68. GOOD BYE MANU – Placed 4th on his last run in a Class 2 race at this track over 1600m on April 16th. Faces a stiff task and is best avoided
  69. DORSET – Unplaced last time in a Group 3 race at Leopardstown (IRL) over 1400m on April 12th. Looks to be the second string of the Ballydoyle pair
  70. ELASTIC – Nice 3rd last time in a Group 3 race at this track over 1600m on April 12th, and a win before that in a Listed race in March at Saint-Cloud. Others rate higher
  71. NIGHTTIME – Ran well to be 2nd last time over this track and trip in a Group 3 race on April 12th, 2nd before that in the Prix Jean-Luc Lagardre (Gr.1) over 1400m at this track in October 2025. Hard to ignore
  72. WOOTTON CENTURION – Unbeaten in two starts, the latter success over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 2 race on April 2nd. Improving with experience and has more to come
    Summary: PUERTO RICO (7) won two Group 1 races in France last year, handling all types of conditions. His latest success came in the Criterium International (Gr.1) a Saint-Cloud on October 26th over 1600m. He will be fit from a break and is preferred ahead of RAYIF (2), who was third in the Prix Jean Luc Lagardre (Gr.1) on October 5th behind PUERTO RICO (7). KOMOREBI (5) won well in Prix De Fontainebleau (Gr.3) over the track and trip in April, when beating NIGHTTIME (12) by a narrow margin. Both colts hold strong claims.
    SELECTIONS
    PUERTO RICO (7) – RAYIF (2) – KOMOREBI (5) – NIGHTTIME (12)
    C7 – EMIRATES POULE D’ESSAI DES POULICHES – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Gr1 – Flat – EUR € 550,000
  73. YMEEELIH – Placed 2nd in a Class 2 race over course and distance on April 16th on her latest start. Lightly raced and has more improvement
  74. NARISSA – Nice effort to be 2nd in a Group 3 race over the track and trip on April 12th last time out. Placed in Group races last year and warrants respect
  75. HALF SOVEREIGN – Unplaced last time out over 1400m at Deauville in a Group 3 race on April 7th, Group 3 winner at Chantilly on October 27th over 1400m. Outside place chance
  76. ISLE OF FERNANDEZ – Placed on her last four runs, 3rd on the latter over 1400m in a Group 3 race at Deauville on April 7th. Look elsewhere
  77. BAKLAWA – Unplaced last time, a win before that over 1500m in a Listed race at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on February 22nd. Unlikely to make the frame
  78. SHOWNA – Two wins from three runs this year, the latest success over 1400m in a Group 3 race at Deauville on April 7th. In the mix
  79. RADIANT – Unplaced last time, a win before that over 1600m in a Class 1 race at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on March 27th. One to pass over
  80. FASHION CITY – Two solid runs this year, 3rd on the latter over 1600m at this track in a Class 2 race on April 16th. Has work to do to be involved
  81. ANASHKAYA – Unplaced last time in a Group 3 race over the track and trip on April 12th. Enters calculations on her best form
  82. MAINTAIN – Placed 3rd on her last start in a Group 3 race at this track over 1800m on April 5th. Finished her race strongly last time and can not be ruled out
  83. VENOSA – Placed 3rd last time out over 1600m at Galway (IRL) on October 27th. Faces a tough task and can be opposed
  84. THE LAST DANCE – Unbeaten in two starts, the latest success over this track and trip in a Class 2 race on April 16th. Progressive and warrants consideration
  85. DIAMOND NECKLACE – Unbeaten in three runs last year, the latest success over this track and trip in the Prix Marcel Boussac (Gr.1) on October 5th. Top- Class two year old who will be fit from an absence
  86. ZANTHOS – Two wins from only three runs, the most recent win in the Rockfel Stakes (Gr.2) at Newmarket (UK) over 1400m on September 26th last year. Ought to be in the shake-up
  87. GREEN SPIRIT – Placed 4th on her latest start in a Group 3 race over the track and trip on April 12th, 2nd previously in the Prix Marcel Boussac (Gr.1) over track and trip behind DIAMOND NECKLACE (13) on October 5th. Top-three chance
    Summary: DIAMOND NECKLACE (13) holds strong claims on her return from a good win in the Prix Marcel Boussac (Gr.1) on October 5th. She can edge this over NARISSA (2), who was a pleasing second in a Group 3 race on April 12th on her return run this year and will be sharper for that. GREEN SPIRIT (15) was back in fourth in the same race and is capable of a better performance, having been second to DIAMOND NECKLACE (13) in the Prix Marcel Boussac (Gr.1) on October 5th. ZANTHOS (14) won the Rockfel Stakes (Gr.2) last time out in September and can be involved.
    SELECTIONS
    DIAMOND NECKLACE (13) – NARISSA (2) – GREEN SPIRIT (15) – ZANTHOS (14)
    C8 – PRIX DU PETIT CHATELET – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 33,600
  88. DOURIANN – Two unplaced runs this year, the latter over 2000m at Fontainebleau in a Class 2 handicap on April 20th. More encouraging effort last time and can get back on track
  89. TIGER ROCK – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 1900m in a Class 3 handicap on April 7th. Can blow hot and cold but remains capable of being involved
  90. PAOLINO – Three unplaced efforts this year, 5th on the most recent over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 2 handicap on March 29th. In the mix
  91. NOLITO – Ran well to be 2nd on the latest start over 2000m at La Teste in a Class 3 handicap on April 22nd. Outside place contender
  92. PESTACLE – Unplaced last time, a win before that over 2000m at Marseille Borely in a Class 4 handicap on March 18th. Faces a stiff task
  93. CIRCEO – Unplaced last time in December, a win before that at Marseille Vivaux in a Class 3 handicap over 2600m on November 5th. Look elsewhere
  94. PARTENIT – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 2600m in a Class 3 handicap on March 18th. Others seem more likely
  95. PLOTINUS – Unplaced last time in April, a win before that over 2000m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 handicap on March 10th. Place chance at nice odds
  96. LETTY’S MARVEL – Three unplaced runs this year, the latter over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 2 handicap on March 12th. Might need a few to falter
  97. FOXEY LADY – Recent winner over 2000m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 handicap on April 20th. Course winner over 1900m in September in a Class 3 handicap. Hard to leave out
  98. WARDAMA – Unplaced last time, 4th previously over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on November 20th in a Class 3 race. Others make more appeal
  99. BELLA MEMORIA – Ran well to be 2nd at Saint-Cloud on her penultimate start in a Class 3 handicap over 2400m on March 29th. Player
  100. SWIFT FLIGHT – Two unplaced runs since a 2nd over 2200m at Clairefontaine in a Class 3 handicap on October 24th. Needs to be more consistent
  101. PURPLE MOOD – Four unplaced runs since a win over 2150m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on January 19th in a Class 3 handicap. Can make the frame
  102. LONDONPOLO – Track and trip success in a Class 4 race on April 30th last time out, and two placed runs before that. Each way must
  103. SPLENDINO – Four unplaced runs this year, 8th at this track in a Class 4 race over 2100m when last seen on April 30th. Hardly inspiring
    Summary: DOURIANN (1) is capable of bouncing back to form after a few unplaced runs recently. His latest effort was more encouraging and he is the tentative option ahead of TIGER ROCK (2), who is not the most reliable but can make the selection work hard for success. BELLA MEMORIA (12) was a decent second at Saint-Cloud two runs back and is one to include in all of the place bet permutations. FOXEY LADY (10) won last time at Fontainebleau and is a previous course winner last year and can feature.
    SELECTIONS
    DOURIANN (1) – TIGER ROCK (2) – BELLA MEMORIA (12) – FOXEY LADY (10)
    R3 CHATELAILLON [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DECORATION MATERIAUX ATLANTIQUE – 2625m (a1m1/2) – Class G Amateur Drivers – Harness – EUR € 6,000

  1. IMPOLOKO – Modest element coming here after 3 straight eliminations this year and can be confidently disregarded
  2. JASMIN DU ROCHER – Has amateur references but has disappointed on the whole this year and is not about to shake things up
  3. JIPSIE DU LAYON – Has taken well to the amateur category, most recently running 4th in a Challans Class G. Starts in front and can compete for some minor honours
  4. ICK DU VIVIER – Sent for a short break after running 4th in an amateurs Class F at Cagnes in late-February. Comes here fresh and in this company looks the main danger to JOUR DE JUIN (5)
  5. JOUR DE JUIN – Serious trotter that had hardly put a foot wrong in this category until faulting when full of running over course and distance 9 days ago. Has nothing to prove when shod and can make amends. Claim
  6. JAMES DU PADOUENG – Failed to confirm his Beaumont-de-Lomagne victory when eliminated at Agen 3 weeks ago. Enjoys a front-row start here and, barefoot for the occasion, is unlikely to be far from the action
  7. JOLLY DES BORDES – Makes amateur debut following some unexceptional runs in the professional ranks, and is unlikely to set off any fireworks
  8. JAZZ DE GUINETTE – Enjoys a good entry in front but finished last but one here on 1 May and appears to have no possible chance
  9. GAPACHE DE HOUELLE – Has demonstrated excellent aptitude at this level but is still being conditioned and would be preferred barefoot going clockwise
  10. IGOR DE BOITRON – Made short work of his comeback run, comfortably securing an amateurs Class G at Royan a week ago. Is again on the back line and must still be respected
  11. HERMAU DE SUZON – Showed improvement when 4th to IGOR DE BOITRON (10) at Royan last weekend, however a repeat seems improbable
  12. JAHINA VITA – Will be competitively-shod for first objective of the spring. Ran 2nd on sole association with her amateur and despite the penalty is still competitive for a place on the podium
  13. IZAAC D’HAVAROCHE – Has done little of note for some time but trainer could not have wished for a better entry. Tends to go well for his driver and should not be overlooked
    Summary: Very much at home in the amateur division, JOUR DE JUIN (5) was travelling well when eliminated here early this month and, with 25m fewer to travel, and shoes back on, can set the record straight. ICK DU VIVIER (4) was sent for a short spell following a fine run of form, but is clearly in race-mode and did impose last time at the venue. JAHINA VITA (12) is very hard to fault in the day’s configuration and even from the back line looks a player. IGOR DE BOITRON (10) similarly incurs the handicap but he won with ease at Royan and will be reconfigured
    SELECTIONS
    JOUR DE JUIN (5) – ICK DU VIVIER (4) – JAHINA VITA (12) – IGOR DE BOITRON (10)
    C2 – PX MUTUELLE POITIERS – EMMANUELLE SARRAF – 2625m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 20,000
  14. L’AMOUR DU PONT – Modest individual making first appearance of the year and is not about to influence the result
  15. LABEL DE CHENU – Has never really excelled in this branch of the business and recent Jallais sanction does little to inspire confidence
  16. LOULOU D’ORTUGE – Twice a winner under the saddle but would be preferred racing right-handed at a lower level
  17. LIBERATOR PHEDO – Like a horse reborn since moving yards. Steps up in category but clearly has untapped potential and looks thoroughly capable of bringing home the bacon
  18. LANINO – Imposed at Le Croise-Laroche in March on her sole barefoot start, and with Eric Raffin in the saddle could well bring the fight to LIBERATOR PHEDO (4)
  19. LINE GASCOGNE – Has not been at her sharpest this year but has a lot more going for her than she did here 2 weeks ago and has a reasonable chance of challenging for a place in the picture
  20. LOKO – Had been on a productive run of form until losing his action early in a Cordemais Class F 3.5 weeks ago. With stride in check though, should make amends and finish in the mix
  21. LILY DES CARREAUX – No champion but can trot. Is barefoot following a pair of conditioners and while not a priority is still worth keeping an eye on
  22. LYNX GRIFF – Takes first competitive monte steps, with front shoes back on. Is confirmed under harness here and is eminently capable of picking up a first-5 payout
    Summary: Judiciously purchased out of a Meslay-du-Maine claimer in early-April, LIBERATOR PHEDO (4) has looked a different horse since. She is thriving under the saddle and in current condition is going to take all the beating. Barefoot as he was when clinching victory at Le Croise-Laroche in late-March, LANINO (5) will be ridden by Eric Raffin this time and looks the principal threat. Yet to lose his maiden tag, and quickly eliminated at Cordemais, LOKO (7) is still an honest individual and has been reconfigured for his debut at the venue. LINE GASCOGNE (6) is no champion but sports modified shoeing, with Jean-Yann Ricart in the irons, and cannot be discounted.
    SELECTIONS
    LIBERATOR PHEDO (4) – LANINO (5) – LOKO (7) – LINE GASCOGNE (6)
    C3 – PRIX LE BAR DES SPORTS – SAINT LIGUAIRE – 2500m (a1m1/2) – Class C – Harness – EUR € 26,000
  23. NEW ROGER – Was unable to confirm Laval success when one-placed last but one in an Enghien Class D a fortnight back. Is not a priority but can nevertheless hold his own
  24. NECTAR DU BOCAGE – Got off the mark at Mauquenchy early last month before coming 4th in an Enghien Class C 3 weeks ago. Takes a small dip in category and should prove more competitive. Chance
  25. NUANCE CASTELETS – Drops back to a more reasonable level after being trounced in a Vincennes Class B in late-March. Showed her form at Enghien and with a top driver in the bike is unlikely to let the side down
  26. NO RISK FLIGNY – Handy colt returning to racing left-handed after being eliminated in Toulouse a month ago, and may just be taking on too much this time
  27. NO LIMIT BECO – Qualified respectably mid-April but looked decidedly ordinary on debut over 2625m here earlier in the month and will need to raise his game
  28. NEEDREAM – No slouch but has not been seen out since January and is going to need the race
  29. NOBEL SPEED – Quality future prospect that has done everything asked of him to date. Has demonstrated excellent versatility and can make his debut at the venue a winning one
  30. NASHIRA RUSCINO – Drops marginally down the category-ladder after disappointing at Enghien 3 weeks ago. Eric Raffin in the bike for the first time and could well guide her back into the picture
    Summary: Simply excellent since his victorious Chartres debut, NOBEL SPEED (7) just missed out on the hat-trick when headed at Cholet 2 weeks ago and despite the number still looks the one to beat. Jean-Philippe Monclin can still expect to meet opposition from the better-positioned NECTAR DU BOCAGE (2) who should find conditions to his liking, and the Matthieu Abrivard-partnered NUANCE CASTELETS (3) whose Vincennes effort can be ignored.
    SELECTIONS
    NOBEL SPEED (7) – NECTAR DU BOCAGE (2) – NUANCE CASTELETS (3) – NASHIRA RUSCINO (8)
    C4 – PRIX LA MINUTE BLONDE – BESSINES – 2500m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 20,000
  31. MIKADO – Sent for a rest after winning at Nantes in February. Will have progressed for his return run and the new configuration may be just what the doctor ordered
  32. MISS IS DU CANET – Unremarkable filly that was thoroughly beaten in a Laval Class E late last month and is not about to spring any surprises
  33. MERVEILLE DAB – Had previously shown some promise but has been very disappointing over recent months and can be ruled out
  34. MARQUISE DE STAM – Good future prospect with an ideal spot behind the car. Champion driver reining for the first time and is in with a realistic shout of winning this
  35. MINDIE DES PRES – Put 3 eliminations behind her to run 6th of 16 in a Caen Class E a fortnight back. Enjoys a good position on the front row and, with application, should prove competitive for a place in the money
  36. MAYA DU POMMEAU – Not the easiest of horses to handle but has bags of ability. Left a good impression after being eliminated at Laval 2.5 weeks ago and can contest the finish if she keeps her action together
  37. MARIUS DES TOURS – Won here on debut but has not got his nose in front since. Is serious for the most part though and looks to have the wherewithal to make first 5
  38. MOGADOR – 16 starts and yet to get off the mark. Is not without merit though and will be shod to preference. Minor place prospect
  39. MARCO DES GACHERES – Sprang a 21-1 surprise when securing a Caen Class E in March but was trounced under similar conditions 2 weeks ago and can be passed over
  40. MAHORA D’OURVILLE – Looked very ordinary when last of 5 in a Class E over 2625m here early this month and will have nothing to offer
  41. MOUSKO DU LUPIN – Has finished just 2 of the 5 races he has run, but possesses considerable ability all the same. Starts on the back row but gets to race competitively-shod for the first time which could make all the difference. Chance
  42. MEMORIAL – Made up for Chartres elimination when 3rd in a Durtal Class F early this month, but returns to racing shod and others easier to back
    Summary: Winner over course and distance last autumn, MARQUISE DE STAM (4) followed that up 1.5 months later at Le Mans. Put away for the winter, she now has a race in her since the break and, competitively-shod with Eric Raffin in the bike, has every chance of staying undefeated here. MAYA DU POMMEAU (6) showed her form after being eliminated at Laval recently and, with stride in check, can apply the pressure. MOUSKO DU LUPIN (11) is forced to start on the 2nd row but he has a lot of potential and will be unshod-behind for his 2026 return. The good MIKADO (1) sports modified shoeing following an encouraging re-entry and must be taken seriously.
    SELECTIONS
    MARQUISE DE STAM (4) – MAYA DU POMMEAU (6) – MOUSKO DU LUPIN (11) – MIKADO (1)
    C5 – PRIX LMB DISTRIBUTION BOISSONS – 2625m (a1m1/2) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  43. LOUNA CAYENNAISE – Useful sort that recently returned from a lengthy layoff. Is preparing for a campaign in the other code and can be passed over
  44. LILONA DU PADOUENG – Showed marked improvement when 2nd in a Toulouse claimer last month but in this company has no possible chance
  45. L’AIR DU TEMPS – Got back in the game late last month when 2nd of 15 in a Cholet Class F. Is new to La Rochelle but with Jean-Philippe Monclin reining will be afforded every chance. Place chance
  46. LATINO DU LUPIN – Serious type making first start since last October. Is plainly in competition-mode, will have considerable work behind him, and can give LORD DE BRION (9) a run for his money
  47. LOOKIERO – Eliminated more often than not when barefoot but can trot when focused. Is arguably better racing right-handed but is patently in race-mode for re-entry and is nicely-engaged on the front row. First 5
  48. LENA ZEN – Ran 2nd here when barefoot prior to coming 8th of 11 in a Class F over 2500m here 2 weeks ago. Front shoes off this time and is unlikely to go home empty-handed
  49. LEGRAND BRILLOUARD – In the frame in 2 of last 3, latterly 3rd in a 2500m Class F here earlier in the month. Is less competitively-shod and incurs the handicap
  50. LAMIRAL D’ERABLE – Is better-known for his monte aptitude but has previously delivered in the harness code and in current condition is hard to ignore, even from the back row
  51. LORD DE BRION – Quality element with a very good barefoot record. Has a race in him following the break and should be good enough to win a race of this nature
    Summary: A fine servant that gave a good account here last summer, LORD DE BRION (9) goes barefoot following his return run at Saint-Brieuc 10 days ago, and even from the 2nd row can wrap this up. 25m better off and competitively-shod for his seasonal comeback, LATINO DU LUPIN (4) looks a player, as does a fully-padded LAMIRAL D’ERABLE (8) whose last harness start resulted in 3rd place at Nantes. L’AIR DU TEMPS (3) gave a reassuringly good account at Cholet a fortnight ago and, with form maintained, can again finish in the mix.
    SELECTIONS
    LORD DE BRION (9) – LATINO DU LUPIN (4) – LAMIRAL D’ERABLE (8) – L’AIR DU TEMPS (3)
    C6 – PRIX HARLEY DAVIDSON – 2625m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 26,000
  52. JULIETTA VICI – Lost her action when well-backed here early last month. Reassured somewhat at Langon earlier in the month but is still not an obvious choice
  53. JULIUS ECUS – Races barefoot for just 2nd time in his career after being eliminated, when going well, in an Enghien amateurs Class F a fortnight ago. Is patently in good shape and, if applied, can get in on the action
  54. JOHNNY QUICK – Won over course and distance at 23-1 early last month. Failed to confirm at Gournay-en-Bray, but there were reasons, and is not to be underestimated
  55. JELLY JAMM – Useful on a good day but went off the boil last autumn and will be shod for comeback. Ignore
  56. JAVANAIS – Honest type that was oddly out of sorts at Maure-de-Bretagne on 24 March. Has otherwise been in decent form on good behaviour can play a small role
  57. JAG DE BAULON – Lost his way late last season and has picked up this term where he left off. Disregard
  58. JANA D’ARMOR – Stormed up in a 2850m Lyon-Parilly Class F on 31 March. Has been entrusted to a leading driver this time and is in with a realistic chance of imposing
  59. JASMIN DU LUPIN – Good dual-discipline trotter with good references here. Is well in on the front row and going barefoot for the occasion will only work to his advantage
  60. IGOR DU PLANTIS – Has not been seen out since finishing last but one at Toulouse in late-February and has nothing to contribute
  61. GRANIT DU MONT – Has tended to show more in the claiming division these days and the handicap only compounds matters
  62. HELLO DE LOIRON – Quality element that ran good 3rd in a Class F over course and distance early this month. Starts on the back row and is unlikely to impose but can nevertheless contest a place on the podium
  63. JEWEL DE LA COTE – Has returned to the game in good shape following a 13 months hiatus. Appears to be close to his race and despite the penalty looks main danger to JANA D’ARMOR (7)
  64. JOSS CAPELLO – Complicated but capable trotter that pleased on only start at the venue but recent eliminations do little to inspire confidence
    Summary: Following a pair of solid efforts at Nantes and Pontchateau, JANA D’ARMOR (7) secured a well-earned victory at Lyon-Parilly in late-March, and with Matthieu Abrivard reining can double up. JEWEL DE LA COTE (12) is 25m worse off but he is plainly in form and will be reconfigured with Eric Raffin at the helm. Also sporting modified shoeing for the occasion, HELLO DE LOIRON (11) has never disappointed at the venue and made the point early this month. Reliability may not be his strong suit but JASMIN DU LUPIN (8) is barefoot for his return to competition and benefits from a terrific entry.
    SELECTIONS
    JANA D’ARMOR (7) – JEWEL DE LA COTE (12) – HELLO DE LOIRON (11) – JASMIN DU LUPIN (8)
    C7 – GRAND PRIX DYNAVENA – 2625m (a1m1/2) – Class B – Harness – EUR € 44,000
  65. KAPITANO DE SOURCE – Excellent at 3 but has done little of note since and is unlikely to spice things up
  66. XERAVA C.D. – Quality Swedish mare that opened her French account a month back when comfortably securing a Pontchateau Class E, and can figure prominently if she takes to the new conditions
  67. KANO – Won a Bordeaux Class C prior to running 2nd in a Vincennes Class D on 17 April. Is clearly close to bagging another, has already been successful here, and must be considered a priority
  68. JERENAL D’HAMELINE – Was unable to confirm Machecoul performance when being prepped at Laval late last month. Won his only start at the venue and will be barefoot for the occasion
  69. JOLYDOLE – Ran 5th on an inundated Enghien track in March before coming 2nd in a Cordemais Class D mid-April. Eric Raffin in the bike this time but looks a minor place prospect at best on this occasion
  70. VALLATONIAN – Is reunited with Matthieu Abrivard with whom he excels, is plainly at the top of his game, and with application can make up for his Agen blip
  71. FIGHTER SIMONI – Has just the one run under his belt since the winter break. Was surprisingly lacklustre in Marseille that day but returns to the harness code with more to contribute
  72. HEROS DE CHOISEL – Serious sort staying barefoot for return from a break and is here purely for reasons of conditioning
  73. KENO PETTEVINIERE – Got back in the winners’ circle at Lyon-Parilly 2.5 weeks ago but is clearly taking on too much here
  74. JOKER DES CHALIERS – Quality element starting for first time since last November. Is shod for the occasion and best to keep one’s powder dry
  75. IGGY ROCK – Unthreatening 7th of 15 in a Beaumont-de-Lomagne Class D 11 days ago and is not about to cause an upset
  76. JUSSEO – Was already a classy horse before being injured. Will have significant work behind him and, if close to fit, can still win this
  77. INSTRUMENTALISTE – Not the most dependable but has ample ability. Has 2 races under his belt by now and, having placed on his sole start at the venue, can play a part, even from the back row
  78. JAKARTAS DES PRES – Has been rather disappointing so far this term and is unlikely to repeat his recently encouraging run at Bernay
  79. GRAND TRIO LUDOIS – Nicely-entered here after running 5th in a Cavaillon Class A early last month, but the extra 25m to travel will do him no favours
    Summary: Unseen since posting 1’09’7 in victory at Vincennes on Christmas Day 2024, JUSSEO (12) sports a fresh configuration for his much-anticipated return to competition and, considering the entry, can impose. Charley Mottier will still want to be wary of KANO (3) who is a different horse when barefoot, and VALLATONIAN (6) could well have secured the hat-trick had he not faulted at Agen. Shoes off this time, JERENAL D’HAMELINE (4) is significantly better than his latest result would suggest and is unlikely to disappoint.
    SELECTIONS
    JUSSEO (12) – KANO (3) – VALLATONIAN (6) – JERENAL D’HAMELINE (4)
    R4 VICHY [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE SAINT POURCAIN SUR BESBRE – 2950m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 23,000

  1. KINESIE DE VINDECY – Has struggled of late and was unplaced in a class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2600m on 14 April. Not easy to trust and others make more appeal
  2. KONFINEE A BAZOCHE – Finished 8th in a class G at Royan La Palmyre over 2475m on 3 May. Unreliable but is capable of earning some money
  3. KISS ME DE L’ESQUE – Not reliable but was third in a class F at Pornichet-La-Baule over 2725m on 28 August. Reverts to barefoot but could need this run returning from a break
  4. KANELLE BUROISE – Off form and finished 10th in a class G at Challans over 2900m on 1 March. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  5. KARINE DU RIL – Disqualified three times in a row, the latest in a Claimer at Neuille-Pont-Pierre over 3000m on 26 April. Hard to trust and others are preferred
  6. KEVINA DE VITRAY – Has needed both runs this year and finished 7th in a class F at Chatelaillon-La-Rochelle over 2625m on 26 April. Reverts to barefoot and could upset
  7. KIMBILA – Not reliable and finished 9th in a class F at Nancy over 2600m on 19 April. Remains barefoot and could earn some money
  8. KUEEN DE MONGUERET – Only modest of late and finished fifth in a class E at Pontchateau over 2800m on 29 March. Might earn some minor money
  9. KSARYA DE CHENU – Not reliable and finished fourth in a class F at Villedieu-les-Poeles over 2825m on 19 April. Remains barefoot but might play a minor role
  10. KOMREVEE DIESCHOOT – Unreliable and was barefoot and a runner-up in a class F at Saint-Malo over 2950m on 2 May. Remains without shoes and is not out of it
  11. KATITZI – Did not show her best when unplaced in a class F at Nancy over 2600m on 19 April. Reverts to barefoot and could be a lively danger
  12. KANELLE D’OUVILLE – Disqualified in a class F at Saint-Malo over 2950m on 2 May. Remains barefoot and is capable of contesting the finish when smart
  13. KISS ME JAMINI – Much improved this year and was a runner-up in a class F at Saumur over 3250m on 8 March. Can go one place better
  14. KINJAL DE BELLANDE – Successful in a class G at Vincennes over 2850m on 21 April. Remains barefoot and looks capable of following up
    Summary: KINJAL DE BELLANDE (14) arrives for this after a victory at Vincennes last month and looks the right one over this course and distance. KANELLE D’OUVILLE (12) faulted in her latest start but is capable of contesting the finish when in the right mood. KATITZI (11) races barefoot this time around, so improvement is likely and she could be a threat. KISS ME JAMINI (13) has been good this year and would not be a surprise winner.
    SELECTIONS
    KINJAL DE BELLANDE (14) – KANELLE D’OUVILLE (12) – KATITZI (11) – KISS ME JAMINI (13)
    C2 – PRIX DE MOLLES – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 29,000
  15. IVANOVITCH EST LA – Off form and was unplaced in a class F at Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne over 2675m on 1 May. Reverts to barefoot but needs to find a few lengths to score
  16. JEUDI DES RACQUES – Unreliable but was fourth in a class E at Pontchateau over 2800m on 12 April. Remains without shoes and has a place chance
  17. JADE MAJOR – Has struggled of late and finished 9th in a class E at Reims over 2550m on 15 April. Remains barefoot and is capable of making the frame
  18. INFERNO POURPRE – Disqualified in three of last four starts, including last time out in a class F at Gournay-en-Bray over 2550m on 1 May. Remains barefoot but is hard to trust and others are much preferred
  19. HIGHEST WIND – Returned to form and finished fourth in a class H at Pontivy over 2700m on 1 May. Remains barefoot and can earn some more money
  20. JUST BEAUTIFUL – Unreliable but was a runner-up in a class E at Lyon La Soie over 2050m on 9 March. Does well with this shoeing and could go one place better
  21. JET DE LA FERME – Did not show his best when 7th in a class G at Langon over 2800m on 1 May. In good form before that and has claims in this line-up
  22. ICARE D’ASNOIS – Off form and was unplaced in a class H at Monpazier over 3125m on 3 May. Remains barefoot but needs to do more to beat these rivals
  23. IRIS DU LIVIER – Disqualified in a class F at Meral over 2700m on 26 April. Remains barefoot but is unreliable and others make more appeal
  24. JOOSTER LE FOL – Holding form and finished fourth in a class F over this track and trip on 4 May. Can earn some minor money
  25. INDYDARCHE – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a class E at Laon over 2850m on 1 May. Needs to do a bit more to score
  26. JAFLO GEMA – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up in a class F at Pontivy over 2700m on 3 May. Remains barefoot and should contest the finish
    Summary: JUST BEAUTIFUL (6) has a good record with this shoe combination and can go one place better. She ran well at Lyon-La Soie in March in a decent field. JAFLO GEMA (12) is threatening to win and should challenge for top honours in this line-up. JET DE LA FERME (7) did not show his best last time out but is quite capable of getting into the mix. JADE MAJOR (3) is also capable of making the frame on her best form.
    SELECTIONS
    JUST BEAUTIFUL (6) – JAFLO GEMA (12) – JET DE LA FERME (7) – JADE MAJOR (3)
    C3 – PRIX DE MAGNET – 2950m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 26,000
  27. LADY DU RUISSEAU – Disqualified in her last three starts, the latest in a class F at Saint-Omer over 3175m on 1 May. Reverts to barefoot but is hard to trust and others make more appeal
  28. LAIKA DE L’ISOP – Not reliable and was unplaced in a class F at Chatelaillon-La-Rochelle over 2500m on 26 April. Might earn some minor money
  29. LADY D’ALEX – In good shape and was third in a class F at Paray-le-Monial over 2625m on 6 April. Can be a threat to these rivals
  30. LEYLI DE LA VALLEE – Disqualified in a class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2600m on 14 April. Very unreliable but is capable of scoring if smart
  31. LETTY D’ARGENVIERE – Not reliable and finished 8th in a class E at Castillonnes over 2450m on 26 April. Has a place chance on best form
  32. LILY DE CHICHEVET – Disqualified in a class F at Paray-le-Monial over 2625m on 12 April. Reverts to barefoot but others make more appeal
  33. LOLITA DE VITRAY – Has only been moderate of late and fiinished 8th in a class E at Pontchateau over 2800m on 1 May. Reverts to barefoot but more is needed to score
  34. LIBERATA – Has some fair form and finished fifth in a class E at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 26 April. Might play a minor role
  35. LEXOVIENNE – Successful in a class E at La Capelle over 2750m on 19 April. Much improved this year and could double up
  36. LITTLE CROWN – Did not show her best when 10th in a class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 21 April. Remains barefoot and has claims in an open looking race
  37. LOLLIPOP THE BEST – Victorious in a class E at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 26 April. Remains barefoot and is capable of following up
    Summary: A very tricky-looking race in which anything is possible. LITTLE CROWN (10) is better than the last run at Vincennes would suggest and could score. LEXOVIENNE (9) has shown improvement this year and can follow up on a recent victory at La Capelle. LOLLIPOP THE BEST (11) was successful at Lyon-Parilly a couple of weeks ago and is clearly not out of it. LEYLI DE LA VALLEE (4) is hard to trust but is one of a few more runners capable of winning.
    SELECTIONS
    LITTLE CROWN (10) – LEXOVIENNE (9) – LOLLIPOP THE BEST (11) – LEYLI DE LA VALLEE (4)
    C4 – PRIX HIP’POKER TOUR(PRIX DE NOYANT D’ALLIER) – 2800m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 22,000
  38. MAESTRO D’ESPACE – Successful in a claimer at Montlucon-Neris-les-Bains over 3050m on 19 April. Remains barefoot but this does look a tougher race
  39. MAKE FOR JUMP – Has some fair form and finished fifth in a class E at La Capelle over 2750m on 19 April. Tries barefoot and could earn some money
  40. MARIUS DE FEUGERES – Finished 8th in a class A at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 15 November. Could need this run returning from a break
  41. MARQUIS DU SAPHIR – Victorious in a class F at Reims over 2500m on 23 April. Remains barefoot and is much improved this year. Has a chance
  42. MAGICIEN LUDOIS – A winner of a class F at Neuille-Pont-Pierre over 3000m on 26 April. Unreliable but is capable of playing a minor role
  43. MAESTRO PYLA – Consistent so far and finished third in a class E at Toulouse over 2150m on 10 April. Should contest the finish again
  44. MYSTERE DE POULINE – Not reliable and finishd fifth in a class E at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 26 April. Needs to do a bit more to score
  45. MON CARAT TONIQUE – Disqualified in a class E at Saint-Brieuc over 2575m on 30 April. In very good form before that and can bounce back to score
  46. MUSTANG D’ERI – Not disgraced when fifth in a class F at Cholet over 2800m on 27 April. Had some nice wins before that and is not out of it
  47. MAGIC COCO – Unreliable but was a runner-up in a class F at Reims over 2500m on 23 April. Capable of earning some more money
  48. MATCHO LOUANGES – Successful in a class E at Lyon La Soie over 2700m on 18 February. Returns from a short break but must be respected
  49. MALOIN D’ELMA – Disqualified itwice in three starts, including last time out in a class F at Reims over 2500m on 23 April. Others are preferred
  50. MOGADOR DE LATZ – Only modest of late and finished 6th in a class E at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 26 April. Remains barefoot but needs to do more to beat these rivals
  51. MALONG – Only modest of late and finished 10th in a class E mounted race at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 22 April. Needs to find a few lengths to win
    Summary: An interesting race. MON CARAT TONIQUE (8) shows promise and looks the one they all have to beat—if he stays in stride this time around. MATCHO LOUANGES (11) won nicely enough at Lyon-La Soie but is returning from a short break, so his fitness will be tested. MAESTRO PYLA (6) is consistent, fit, and ready for this, so must be respected. MARQUIS DU SAPHIR (4) has shown improvement this year and is another that can get involved with the finish.
    SELECTIONS
    MON CARAT TONIQUE (8) – MATCHO LOUANGES (11) – MAESTRO PYLA (6) – MARQUIS DU SAPHIR (4)
    C5 – PRIX DE SEUILLET – 2950m (a2m) – Class E – Mounted – EUR € 33,000
  52. JOKER DES ISLES – Showed some improvment when fourth in a Class F mounted race at Rambouillet over 2800m on 3 May. Might need to do more then that to beat these rivals
  53. JUST ME NESLE – In good shape and finished runner-up in a Class F mounted race at Jallais over 2975m on 2 May. Can make the frame
  54. JAZZ PASSION – Unreliable of late and finished 6th in a Class E harness race at Cholet over 2800m on 27 April. Capable of an upset back in a mounted race
  55. ILOVIROIZ DI LEONE – Returned from a lengthy break and was disqualified last time out in a harness race at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 22 April. Needs major improvement to score
  56. I LOVE ELDE – Very consistent of late and was third in a Class F mounted race over this track and trip on 4 May. Should fight out the finish again
  57. JANTARA DESBOIS – Disqualified in her last two harness race, the latest at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over this distance on 29 March. Remains barefoot and can contest the finish back under the saddle
  58. KATCHINA FOR CLARA – On a long losing run but was not disgraced when 5th in a Class D mounted race at Vincennes over 2700m on 28 April. Can be a big runner at this level
    Summary: KATCHINA FOR CLARA (7) has not won for some time now, but she does go well when racing clockwise and has claims at this level. JANTARA DESBOIS (6) has had a couple of disqualifications of late, but they were in harness races, and she is a threat back under the saddle. I LOVE ELDE (5) is very consistent and is likely to be competitive once again. JUST ME NESLE (2) is in good form and is capable of going one place better.
    SELECTIONS
    KATCHINA FOR CLARA (7) – JANTARA DESBOIS (6) – I LOVE ELDE (5) – JUST ME NESLE (2)
    C6 – PRIX DE NERIS-LES-BAINS – 2950m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 22,000
  59. MILADY OAKS – Disqualified last time out over this track and trip on 4 May. In good form before that and is capable of earning some money if smart
  60. MURCIELAGO MIJO – Disqualified last time out at Saint-Brieuc over 2575m on 30 April. Can bounce back to score if smart this time
  61. MARBELLA SMART – Successful last time out in Class G at Cholet over 2800m on 22 March. Not reliable but is capable of doubling up
  62. MAMY BLUE TIT – Has improved this year and was not disgraced when fourth in Class E at Avignon over 2025m on 18 April. Can get involved with the finish once again
  63. MIMI WILLIAMS – Not reliable and finishd 6th in Class D over this course and distance on 4 May. More is needed to score
  64. MESTA ATALANTE – Has only been modest of late and finished 6th in Class E at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 8 April. More is needed to beat these runners
  65. MISS GABRIELLE – Threatening a victory and was runner-up in a Class E at Avignon over 2025m on 18 April. Can be a lively danger
  66. MYSTIQUE LOULOU – In good shape and finished third in Class E at Lyon-Parilly over 28250m on 8 April. Remains barefoot and could make the frame
  67. MAMMA PAULO – Has disqualification issues and faulted last time out at Vincennes over 2100m on 3 April. In good form before that and is not out of it
    Summary: A very open-looking race. MURCIELAGO MIJO (2) is unreliable and comes with disqualification issues, but she is also capable of winning in this division, so gets a narrow vote. MAMY BLUE TIT (4) is much more reliable than that rival and has shown improvement this year, so would not be a surprise winner. MARBELLA SMART (3) fought on for a narrow victory at Cholet and can be a threat once again. MAMMA PAULO (9) is hard to trust but is another possible winner.
    SELECTIONS
    MURCIELAGO MIJO (2) – MAMY BLUE TIT (4) – MARBELLA SMART (3) – MAMMA PAULO (9)
    C7 – PRIX DE CHEVAGNES – 2950m (a2m) – Class F – Mounted – EUR € 23,000
  68. LASCAUX DU NOYER – Returned from a break and finished 9th in a Class E mounted race at Fougeres over 3225m on 2 April. Others make more appeal
  69. LOS PACOS – Disqualified last time out in a mounted race at Caen over 2450m on 25 April. Some good wins before that and could score again if smart
  70. LOLITA DE JEMAX – Showed vast improvement when third in a Class E mounted race at Saint-Galmier over 2600m on 18 March. Can be a threat again
  71. LESNOIX – Not reliable and finished 5th in a harness claimer at at Montluçon – Néris-les-Bains over 3050m on 19 April. Might play a minor role
  72. LA NOTE – Very consistent so far and finished runner-up in a Class E mounted race at Reims over 1550m on 1 June. Returns from a break but could score if fit enough
  73. LOUPIO MENUET – Not reliable and faulted last time out in a harness race at Nancy over 2600m on 19 April. Barefoot and ready to bounce back and score
  74. LE TANGO DU RENARD – Unreliable but finished third in a Class F mounted race at Cholet over 2825m on 1 May. Might play a minor role
    Summary: LA NOTE (5) returns from a lengthy break, but she is talented and could win first up. LOS PACOS (2) fluffed his lines last time out but had some solid wins before that and is capable of fighting out the finish. LOUPIO MENUET (6) has a good enough record when barefoot and should be right there at the finish back under the saddle. LOLITA DE JEMAX (3) showed vast improvement when trying a mounted race and can get involved with the finish once again.
    SELECTIONS
    LA NOTE (5) – LOS PACOS (2) – LOUPIO MENUET (6) – LOLITA DE JEMAX (3)
    C8 – PRIX DE CREUZIER LE NEUF – 2950m (a2m) – Class G Amateur Drivers – Harness – EUR € 8,000
  75. KENOR DES LANDES – Faulted last time out in a mounted race at Saint-Brieuc over 3150m on 30 April. Should be a threat back in a harness race
  76. JASON GEDE – Unreliable and was disqualified last time out in a mounted race at Chartres over 2825m on 5 April. Hard to trust and others make more appeal
  77. JOS DU GOUTAI – Unreliable and finished 8th in a Class G at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 22 April. Needs to find a few lengths to score
  78. KADOR DE SEVRE – Disqualified four times in a row, the latest at Cholet over 2800m on 1 May. Hard to trust and others are much preferred
  79. JORDEN VET – Faulted last time out at Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne over 2675m on 1 May. Has a place chance on best form
  80. JOUVENCE – Disqualified in three of her last four starts, including last time out at Carpentras over 2650m on 3 May. Can bounce back to score when smart
  81. JALIX DE NIOUX – Unreliable and faulted last time out in a harness race at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 22 April. Capable of scoring when staying in stride
  82. JOYEUX DES SOURCES – Mostly modest form of late and was 5th in Class F at Montluçon – Néris-les-Bains over 3025m on 19 April. Could earn some minor money
  83. INVICTUS ELLIS – Showed some improvement when fourth in a harness claimer at Lyon-Parilly over 2600m on 5 April. More is needed to beat these rivals
  84. JESCO DE LA VALLEE – Disqualified in two of last three starts, including last time out in Class E at Lyon0-Parilly over 2600m on 3 May. Won some solid races last year and is capable of an upset
  85. IZZIA HIGHLAND – Only modest of late and was 6th in Class G at Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne over 2675m on 1 May. More is needed to score
  86. KADOR D’ESPACE – Showed some improvement when 6th in Class E at this course over 2800m on 4 May. Might play a minor role if smart
  87. IMPHY – Showed some improvement when runner-up in Class G at Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne over 2575m on 1 May. Can go one place better
  88. ISCO DE JOUDES – Not reliable and finished 8th in a Class F at this course over 2150m on 4 May. Capable of making the frame in this division
    Summary: A very competitive lucky last race. JALIX DE NIOUX (7) is not reliable and arrives here after a disqualification but can bounce back to beat these rivals. JOUVENCE (6) is hard to trust with her recent disqualification record, but she is quite capable of winning a race of this nature if she stays in stride. KENOR DES LANDES (1) will do better back in a harness race and should be a threat to these rivals. ISCO DE JOUDES (14) is unreliable but capable of making the frame.
    SELECTIONS – JALIX DE NIOUX (7) – JOUVENCE (6) – KENOR DES LANDES (1) – ISCO DE JOUDES (14)

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