| R1 DEAUVILLE [R-H] |
| C1 – BARRIERE PRIX DU CIRO’S – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 28,000 |
1. TORTISAMBERT – Finished 5th over 1400m on this course in Class 2 Conditional on 1 August 2024. Can feature on best form shown
2. ALI – Moderate last two starts. Finished 8th over 1300m on this course in Limited Handicap on 8 August 2024. Look elsewhere
3. FERRARI FEVER – Disappointing latest when 8th over 1400m on this course in Class 2 Conditional on 1 August 2024. Big runner if finding form of penultimate run
4. PIANO BAR – Finished 4th behind On Y Croit over 1400m at La Test-Bassin Arcachon in Class 2 Conditional on 22 July 2024. Has scope and can show
5. ON Y CROIT – Good latest when 2nd over 1400m at La Teste-Bassin Arcachon in Class 2 Conditional on 22 July 2024. Can go close if repeating that effort
6. SOUTHERN METEOR – Won over 1300m on this course in Handicap on 8 August 2024. Will need to repeat that run to have a say
7. CORTADO – Finished 7th over 1400m on this course in Class 2 Conditional on 1 August 2024. Needs to find form of debut run
8. MAIZIERES – Poor latest when 10th over 1300m on this course in Limited Handicap on 8 August 2024. Needs to find best form
9. MACU – Needed latest when 7th over 1400m on this course in Class 2 Conditional on 10 August 2024. Has scope and will strip much fitter
10. LA MANDALA – Returned to form when 3rd over 1300m on this course in Divided Handicap on 3 August 2024. Maxime Guyon rides and is the horse to beat
11. PARISIAN LEAH – Poor last two starts. Finished 11th over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in Limited Handicap on 30 June 2024. Others have a stronger winning chance
Summary: LA MANDALA (10) ran a good race when 3rd over 1300m last time. She has plenty of scope and is the horse to beat under Maxime Guyon. MACU (9) was in need of her last outing. She would have come on from the run and good improvement is expected. TORTISAMBERT (1) is not the most honest type but on best form shown, he should be involved at the finish. FERRARI FEVER (3) is better than his disappointing latest effort. On his previous form, he should be competitive.
| SELECTIONS |
| LA MANDALA (10) – MACU (9) – TORTISAMBERT (1) – FERRARI FEVER (3) |
| C2 – BARRIERE PRIX QUINCEY – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Gr3 Race – Flat – EUR € 80,000 |
1. BULLACE – Finished 3rd over 1600m at Vichy in Conditional Listed on 19 July 2024. Is a consistent type and merits healthy respect
2. APAX – Finished 6th over 1600m on this course in Class 1 Divided Handicap on 4 August 2024. Chance on previous form
3. FAST RAAJ – Fair recent form. Finished 4th over 1600m at Chantilly in Group 3 Prix Messidor on 14 July 2024. Place chance at best
4. TOPGEAR – Finished 3rd in the Group 3 Prix Edmond Blanc over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on 1 April 2024. Is the horse to beat if fit and well
5. MAKE ME KING – Finished 6th over 1400m at Ascot on 27 July 2024. James Doyle rides and needs to find form of penultimate run
6. SEA OF THIEVES – Moderate last two starts. Finished 8th over 1400m at Goodwood in a Group 3 on 31 July 2024. Others have a stronger winning chance
7. OZAT – Won over 1600m at Clairefontaine in Class 2 Conditional on 11 July 2024. Takes on stronger, but is on the upgrade and should be up to the task
Summary: TOPGEAR (4) has produced two good runs this year, the latest of which was in a Group 3. He is having his peak run and is the one to side with. APAX (2) is better than his last start and on previous form, he may be the one to throw out a big challenge. OZAT (7) is a winner of his last two outings. He does take a rise in class, but is progressing and can bring up the hat-trick. BULLACE (1) finished 3rd in a Listed event last time. Christophe Soumillon rides and he merits healthy respect.
| SELECTIONS |
| TOPGEAR (4) – APAX (2) – OZAT (7) – BULLACE (1) |
| C3 – PRIX RESORT BARRIERE DEAUVILLE-TROUVILLE – 1500m (a7f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 2 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 53,000 |
1. KILOECHO – Finished 7th over 1600m at Parislongchamp in Class 1 Conditional on 4 July 2024. This is his peak run and he has a winning chance
2. CLIMATE CHANGE – Disappointing latest when 9th over 1600m on this course in Class 1 Divided Handicap on 4 August 2024. Drops in class and chance on previous form
3. JOSEPHINO – Finished 9th over 1600m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in Class 3 Divided Handicap on 25 February 2024. Will likely need this run
4. OMICRONE – Finished 19th over 1600m on this course in Class 1 Divided Handicap on 4 August 2024. Chance if finding form of penultimate run
5. PTIT PEDRO – Has lost best form. Finished 8th over 1400m at Vichy in Class 2 Divided Handicap on 16 July 2024. Merits consideration on best form
6. TUMBLER – Finished 4th over 1600m on this course in Class 2 Divided Handicap on 6 August 2024. Outside place chance
7. QUARTZ DU HOULEY – Finished 8th over 1600m on this course in Class 2 Divided Handicap on 6 August 2024. Can show on penultimate run
8. TOIJK – Finished 6th behind Miami Voice over 1400m on this course in Class 2 Divided Handicap on 30 July 2024. Would not be a surprise winner
9. MIAMI VOICE – Finished 2nd over 1400m on this course in Class 2 Divided Handicap on 30 July 2024. Soumillon rides and is one of the leading contenders
10. LIGHT WAKEUP – Poor latest when 15th over 1600m on this course in Class 2 Divided Handicap on 6 August 2024. Others look stronger
11. JUGANDO – Decent latest when 3rd over 1400m at Mont-De-Marsan in Class 3 Handicap on 19 July 2024. Up in class and may find this difficult
12. COSMO BEAU – Finished 7th over 1600m on this course in Class 2 Divided Handicap on 6 August 2024. Needs to regain best form to have a say
13. VERDANSK – Finished 2nd over 1500m on this course in Class 3 Claimer on 13 August 2024. Cristian Demuro rides and can place
14. WONDER BOY – Good improvement when 3rd over 1500m on this course in Class 3 Claimer on 13 August 2024. Needs to confirm that effort
15. SAGA TIMGAD – Fair latest when 5th over 1400m on this course in Class 3 Conditional Handicap on 3 August 2024. Up in class but should be up to the task at hand
16. BIG DRIFT – Moderate latest when 7th over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in Class 3 Divided Handicap on 30 June 2024. Needs to find previous form to have a say
Summary: KILOECHO (1) is better than his last start in a Class 1 Conditional and drops in class. He is having his peak run and can improve to win a race of this nature. MIAMI VOICE (9) has improved in his last two starts on this course. Christophe Soumillon rides and he can go one better. CLIMATE CHANGE (2) was disappointing in Class 1 last time and returns to Class 2. On previous form, he should be competitive. OMICRONE (4) is not the most honest type but on best form shown, he can feature.
| SELECTIONS |
| KILOECHO (1) – MIAMI VOICE (9) – CLIMATE CHANGE (2) – OMICRONE (4) |
| C4 – LUCIEN BARRIERE GRAND PRIX DE DEAUVILLE – 2500m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Gr2 Race – Flat – EUR € 200,000 |
1. RASHFORD – Finished 5th behind Sacred Spirit in the Group 3 Prix De Reux over 2500m on this course on 3 August 2024. May battle to turn the form around
2. ARREST – Finished 2nd in a Group 2 over 2413m at Ascot on 11 July 2024. He is the class horse and can return to winning ways
3. HOMO DEUS – Finished 3rd over 2400m in Spain on 15 August 2024. Has top form in France and cannot be discounted
4. SACRED SPIRIT – Finished 2nd in the Group 3 Prix De Reux over 2500m on this course on 3 August 2024. Is ultra-consistent and merits healthy respect
5. QUANTANAMERA – Finished 4th in a Group 1 over 2000m in Germany on 28 July 2024. Returns to France and should be competitive
6. SHEEMA’S ROSE – Moderate last two starts. Finished 7th over 2400m at Clairefontaine in Listed Conditional on 27 July 2024. Others have a stronger winning chance
Summary: ARREST (2) ran a good race when 2nd in a Group 2 at Newmarket, last month. He makes the trip across to France and on best form shown, he should take a power of beating. SACRED SPIRIT (4) has very good consistent form lines to his credit. Maxime Guyon knows him well and he is a big threat. QUANTANAMERA (5) returns from Germany. She raced in a Group 1 last time and is a type that cannot be discounted. HOMO DEUS (3) raced in Spain over 2400m last time. Returns to France and has a say.
| SELECTIONS |
| ARREST (2) – SACRED SPIRIT (4) – QUANTANAMERA (5) – HOMO DEUS (3) |
| C5 – BARRIERE PRIX DE MEAUTRY – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Gr3 Race – Flat – EUR € 80,000 |
1. GO BEARS GO – Has been racing in USA and the betting market will be the best guide with regards to his chances
2. TERRITORYWAR – Finished 3rd over 1100m in Spain on 15 June 2024. Won previous three starts in France and has a place chance
3. SAINT LAWRENCE – Finished 6th behind Beauvatier over 1300m on this course in a Group 1 on 4 August 2024. Hollie Doyle rides and he can place
4. SPYCATCHER – Finished 6th in the Group 3 Prix De Res-Orangis over 1200m on this course on 7 July 2024. Is capable of winning on best form shown
5. COEUR DE PIERRE – Finished 2nd over 1000m on this course in Conditional Listed on 4 August 2024. Christophe Soumillon rides which is a big plus
6. BEAUVATIER – Ran a good race when 3rd in a Group 1 over 1300m on this course on 4 August 2024. Drops to Group 3 Company and is one of the leading contenders
7. JAMES’S DELIGHT – Won over 1200m on this course in a Conditional Listed on 6 July 2024. Hat-trick chance
8. VERCORS – Won over 1300m on this course in a Divided Handicap on 3 August 2024. Takes on much stronger
9. JASNA’S SECRET – Finished 4th over 1200m on this course in a Conditional Listed on 4 August 2024. Has a say on best form shown
Summary: SPYCATCHER (4) ran a fair race in the Group 3 Prix De Res-Orangis. Clifford Lee rides for the in-form Burke stable and he should go close. BEAUVATIER (6) has finished 3rd in Group 1 races in his last two outings. Maxime Guyon rides and he should fight out the finish. JASNA’S SECRET (9) ran a fair race when 4th over 1200m in a Listed race last time. She is a type that cannot be ignored. SAINT LAWRENCE (3) finished behind Beauvatier last time and should battle to turn the form around.
| SELECTIONS |
| SPYCATCHER (4) – BEAUVATIER (6) – JASNA’S SECRET (9) – SAINT LAWRENCE (3) |
| C6 – BARRIERE PRIX DE L’HOTEL DU GOLF – 1400m (a7f) – ALL WEATHER – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 25,000 |
1. TANIS – Last-start winner of a 1400m Class 3 conditions race on turf Clairefontaine on 11 July. Has finished 2nd in 2 of 4 starts on this surface
2. GOOD FEELIN – Went off the boil late last year and made no impression on her reappearance in a 1300m turf handicap at this venue on 3 August, finishing a well-beaten 17th (on handicap debut). For another day
3. AGORIA – Unplaced in 3 consecutive Quinte+ handicaps on turf over further but has bounced back to form in 2 starts since, finishing 3rd in both – the latest a 1600m turf handicap at this venue on 6 August. Effective on PSF
4. EN PLEIN AIR – Inconsistent handicapper on turf but has achieved her best references, albeit without success, on the PSF. Unplaced (10th) in 1300m turf handicap at this venue on 3 August but should fare better back here
5. BOLZANO – Consistent PSF performer who finished 2nd in a 1400m claimer at Dieppe on 5 August. Was returning from a 4-month absence so would’ve come on since and will appreciate reverting to this surface
6. SUPER TIE BREAK – Showed early promise, finishing 2nd in 2 of his first 3 starts (both over 2000m at Marseille-Borély). Blotted his copybook when 7th in a 1600m conditions race at Vichy on 24 July – on handicap debut, prefers further
7. HONKY TONK WOMAN – Experienced filly with sound references/form credentials on both surfaces, including a last-start 3rd in a 1400m claimer on turf at Dieppe on 5 August. Place chance
8. WILD CITY – Consistent colt with sound form references/credentials on both surfaces, including a good 4th recently on handicap debut over 1400m on turf at Clairefontaine on 27 July. Attractive outsider back on the PSF
9. PRINCESSE BOBBY – In her last 3 PSF appearances, has finished 3rd and 2nd twice. Returned to form in a 1300m claimer on this course last time out, finishing 2nd on 10 August. More to do back in a handicap
10. DULINI – Has rediscovered form and established herself in the claiming category recently – finished 3rd over 1300m at Le Touquet last month and won her latest outing over 1400m at Dieppe on 5 August. First start on PSF
11. BAILEYS VITESSE – Won 1400m turf handicap at Chantilly in April but has struggled since under 3kg penalty (current mark), unplaced in both subsequent starts. Well-beaten 11th in 1400m handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers on 11 July
12. WIKENDA – In her last 3 PSF appearances, has finished 3rd and 2nd twice. Returned to form in a 1300m claimer on this course last time out, finishing 2nd on 10 August. More to do back in a handicap
13. MAGIC PERSEVERANCE – Achieved her best references on this surface – has a win, a 2nd and a 3rd in a 1400m Quinte+ at Chantilly in March (her latest PSF appearance). Only 8th in a 1600m turf handoicap at Clairefontaine on 9 August
14. AMOUAGE – Won 1400m turf handicap at Clairefontaine in June but has struggled since under 3,5kg penalty – unplaced in both subsequent starts, the latest a well-beaten 10th in 1600m handicap at that venue on 9 August
15. BY FAR – Didnt go unnoticed when a reassuring 4th in a 1400m handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers on 18 August. Needs to confirm that improvement in her first PSF appearance
Summary: AGORIA (3) has won and finished 2nd in 3 starts on PSF so could enoy reverting to this surface after encouraging back-to-back performances on turf. She gets the nod ahead of BOLZANO (5) who would’ve tightened since finishing 2nd in a 1400m claimer on turf at Dieppe earlier this month. He has track experience and references in handicaps so could fight for victory, despite his awkward position in stall No 14. DULINI (10), winner of that Dieppe claimer, isn’t understimared in her first PSF outing. Fellow last-start winner TANIS (1) has legitimate claims too.
| SELECTIONS |
| AGORIA (3) – BOLZANO (5) – DULINI (10) – TANIS (1) |
| C7 – PRIX HOTEL BARRIERE LE ROYAL DEAUVILLE – 1500m (a7f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 27,000 |
1. LEOPARDUCCIO – Didnt go unnoticed when finishing an unlucky 7th in a 1400m Quinté on 30 July. Soundly beaten (14th) in a 1200m turf handicap at this venue on 15 August but should fare better back on the PSF
2. WIND OF CHANGE – Out of sorts heading into a 3-month layoff and soundly beaten (14th) in a course-and-distance conditions race on his reappearance earlier this month (8 August). Others preferred
3. CITY OF HOPE – Won a 1300m ParisLongchamp handicap in June but has finished unplaced in 3 subsequent outings – the latest (7th) on this course in a 1500m claimer on 13 August
4. WOFF – Has regained his form and momentum recently – confirmed as much by winning a claimer on this course over 1500m on 13 August. Ought to remain competitive back in a handicap
5. MURCIANO – Bounced back to form reverting to PSF last time, finishing 2nd on this course in a 1500m Class 3 conditions race on 8 August. Consistent hard-knocker with legitimate winning claims
6. BIRIATOU – Winner of his only PSF handicap appearance (at Cagnes over 1600m in February). Hasn’t been seen since finishing 8th in a 1700m claimer on turf at Marseille-Borely on 27 February
7. ALEXANDRETTA – In 5 starts across on an all-weather surface across the Channel, she finished 2nd three times and 3rd twice. Soundly beaten (14th) in a 1200m claimer on turf at this venue on 1 August – best watched for now
8. SEIGNEUR – Largely inconsistent but is a proven PSF performer with sound references. Shouldnt be hastily condemned for his latest failure (13th) on this course over 1500m on 8 August
9. L’IENISSEI – Honest hard-knocker with sound references in handicaps on both surfaces. Didn’t go unnoticed when 5th in a 1600m turf handicap at Compiegne on 9 July
10. PAINT IT BLACK – Hard-knocking handicapper who caught the eye when finishing 4th in a course-and-distance handicap on 30 July. Keep safe
11. INNOVATOR – Last-start winner of a course-and-distance handicap on 11 August in his first start with headgear fitted (will be retained). Shouldnt be underestimated, despite a 2,5kg penalty
12. PERTUSATO – A model of consistency in handicaps on both surfaces. Runner-up in consecutive recent starts on turf, the latest over 1600m at this venue on 6 August
13. RISING BLAST – Consistent performer who seldom finishes far off the mark. Blotted his copybook when only 10th in a PSF handicap here over this course and distance on 30 July
14. SIRIUS SLEW – Won a 1400m ParisLongchamp handicap in May but has finished unplaced in all 3 subsequent outings, the latest (6th) on this course in a 1300m claimer on 10 August
15. PINK VALENTINE – Rejuvenated hard-knocking mare who showed her form and well-being by winning a 1300m handicap on this course on 20 August. Warrants respect despite 2,5kg penalty
16. KARINAS DREAM – Last-start winner of a 1600m conditions race on turf at Clairefontaine on 2 August. Not taken lightly for an in-form stable
Summary: LEOPARDUCCIO (1) finished a commendable 7th in a 1400m Quinté on this course late last month and was probably unlucky not to have finished closer that day. On that evidence, he could be worth siding with back on PSF after his recent failure (14th) in a turf handicap. MURCIANO (5), who returned to form with an encouraging 2nd in a competitive Class 3 conditions race on this course, and last-start winner WOFF (4), back in a handicap under a 1kg penalty, are best equipped to pose a threat to the selection. PAINT IT BLACK (10) completes the shortlist after finishing 4th in a similar contest recently.
| SELECTIONS |
| LEOPARDUCCIO (1) – MURCIANO (5) – WOFF (4) – PAINT IT BLACK (10) |
| C8 – PRIX CASINO BARRIERE DE DEAUVILLE – 1400m (a7f) – ALL WEATHER – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 21,000 |
1. RED IN SIGHT – Showed early promise in 2 starts on this surface in February, including on debut over 1900m on this course (finished 4th). Only 11th on handicap debut over 1300m (turf) at this venue on 3 August – better on PSF
2. CHIRICCO – Consistent and versatile colt with sound references on this PSF track. Runner-up in 1300m turf handicap at Vittel on 18 August
3. PICANES – Battling 13-start maiden who has finished on the podium just once. Yet to make her mark in the handicaps and was soundly beaten (9th) over 1600m on turf at Clairefontaine on 9 August
4. KHARAMAZOV – Acquitted himself well on his handicap debut, finishing a creditable 6th over 1300m on turf at this venue on 3 August. Should play a leading role back on PSF
5. VIADEIPISPINI – Consistent sort with sound form references/credentials on both surfaces, including a last-start 2nd in Vittel handicap over 1600m on 2 August. Dark horse
6. FALBALA – Sparked improvement to finish 3rd in a minor 1600m contest on turf at Pompadour on 3 August. Will find this tougher
7. INTUITION – Consistent at this level and, in particular on PSF. Finished 3rd in a course-and-distance handicap last time out (11 August)
8. GOLDEN GLOBE – Last-start winner of a 1600m Clairefontaine turf handicap on 9 August. Ought to remain competitive under 2,5kg penalty
9. AMOUREUSE – Won a 1400m Clairefontaine handicap in June and finished 2nd in a similar contest over that track and trip on 27 July under a 2kg penalty (current mark). Has questions to answer back on the PSF
10. BAKHILOVA – Finished an encouraging 3rd on this course over 1300m in her first PSF handicap on 8 August. Keep safe
11. RECREATE – Inconsistent performer on turf and has few references on this surface. Unplaced (9th) in a 1600m handicap at Vichy on 19 July
12. MISTER GAN – Caught the eye when finishing 3rd in a 1400m turf handicap at Clairefontaine on 27 July. Will be a factor if confirming that form/improvement on PSF
13. RUMPLETEAZER – Finished unplaced in her last 3 PSF appearances, the latest (7th) on this course in a handicap over 1300m on 8 August
14. HAPPY AGAIN – Soundly beaten in both PSF appearances but has regained momentum recently on turf, finishing 4th over 1600m in a handicap at Clairefontaine on 9 August
15. DO IT FOR ME – Unreliable on both turf and PSF and is currently out of sorts. Soundly beaten (10th) in a 1600m conditions race on turf at Clairefontaine on 9 August
Summary: KHARAMAZOV (4) acquitted himself well enough on his handicap debut to suggest that he could win a race like this, especially fitted in first-time headgear which could eke out improvement. RED IN SIGHT (1), another to have held his own at a good level this year, CHIRICCO (2, who finished an eye-catching 2nd last time, and in-form filly BAKHILOVA (10), whose competitiveness at this level is assured, are other candidates for success in this three-year-old handicap.
| SELECTIONS |
| KHARAMAZOV (4) – RED IN SIGHT (1) – CHIRICCO (2) – BAKHILOVA (10) |
| C9 – PRIX HOTEL BARRIERE LE NORMANDY – 1500m (a7f1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,000 |
1. WELCH FUSILIER – Finished 3rd in a 1400m handicap on 30 July in what was a stronger race/field than this. Sets the standard
2. SADALBARI – Acquitted himself well in a 1200m claimer at this venue (turf) on 1 August, finishing 3rd. Effective on PSF
3. BRAVEHEART – Inconsistent veteran although isnt entirely incapable of getting into the picture. Unplaced (9th) over track and trip in a handicap on 11 August
4. IRISHKAMAYA – Consistent and versatile filly with sound references in PSF handicaps, including a last-start 3rd over 1300m on this course on 20 August. Keep safe
5. GREY BELLE – Last-start winner of a 1400m conditions race at Dieppe on 5 August. Carries 1kg penalty back in a handicap and switching to PSF – for another day
6. JUST IN LOVE – Bounced back to form by finishing a creditable 5th in a course-and-distance handicap on 11 August. Ought to remain competitive
7. D DAY MAN – Sparked improvement to finish a reassuring 5th in a 1600m turf handicap at this venue on 6 August. Watch
8. NEBUCHADNASSER – Won a 1400m ParisLongchamp handicap in September last year and hadn’t been seen since until finishing 10th in a 1400m turf claimer at Dieppe on 29 July. Others preferred
9. TROIS POINT HUIT – Has few PSF references but was supplemented to run in this race after finishing 7th in a 1400m handicap at Compiegne on turf last time out (12 June). Dark horse
10. CRACK CITY – Has regained form and momentum recently – confirmed as much by finishing 4th in a handicap over track and trip on 11 August. Respected with Maxime Guyon engaged
11. JORDAN BAKER – Consistent at this level and, in particular on PSF. Finished 3rd in a course-and-distance handicap last time out (11 August)
12. MOLINO – Out of sorts and soundly beaten in both comeback appearances this year, the latest (15th) in a handicap over track and trip on 11 August. Watch for now
13. MASCALINO – Went off the boil last year and was soundly beaten (10th) in his latest appearance on this course in 1400m handicap on 30 July
14. TAG – Model of consistency in PSF handicaps and showed his form/well-being by finishing 2nd in an 1800m PSF handicap at Lyon-La Soie on 15 March. For another day
15. EMPIRIC – Honest veteran handicapper who seldom finishes far off the mark. Absent since finishing 6th in a 1700m turf handicap on 31 May at Marseille-Borely
16. CLOUD MAN – Went off the boil way back in 2021 and has been soundly beaten in handicaps dating back to September last year. Finished a well-beaten 11th on a turf claimer over 1800m at Dieppe on 29 July – can be ignored
Summary: Top-rated WELCH FUSILIER (1) is ideally engaged under these conditions and is good value to make a bold winning bid in this class, despite conceding weight to all. SADALBARI (2) bounced back to form last time and will fight for victory with a repeat of that performance, which could also be said of JUST IN LOVE (6) after her reassuring last start. Consistent IRISHKAMAYA (4) has sound references on this course and shouldn’t be underestimated either.
| SELECTIONS |
| WELCH FUSILIER (1) – SADALBARI (2) – JUST IN LOVE (6) – IRISHKAMAYA (4) |
| R3 BEAUMONT-DE-LOMAGNE [R-H] |
| C1 – PRIX VICTOR GREGORIS – 2550m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 23,000 |
1. LOUISDOR DECHAMBOU – Won twice in April but disappointing since, most recently sanctioned in a 2625m Villeneuve-sur-Lot Class D on 21 July, and can be passed over
2. LUNA DOMA – Denied a run, when clearly capable of imposing, to come 2nd of 7 finishers in a 2750m Cabourg Class E earlier in the month and can wrap this up if Alexandre Abrivard keeps her out of trouble
3. LIBREVILLE – Went into her layoff on a high note but sanctioned on comeback in a 2700m Class B at Grenade-sur-Garonne mid-month and will need the race
4. LE WINNER AS – Sanctioned as often as not but otherwise seldom disappoints. 2nd of 8 in a 2625m Class D at Villeneuve-sur-Lot on 21 July and, with hind pads fitted, can get a look in
5. LIZARRIETA – Lost her action in a 2800m Castéra-Verduzan Class C last Monday. Padded all around this time but is unlikely to spring any surprises
6. LALA QUICK – Good 2nd of 11 in a 2200m Langon Class E late last month. Moves up in category but still looks capable of giving LUNA DOMA (2) a run for her money
7. LEOPARD – Faulted in a 2700m Auch Class C on re-entry 3 weeks ago. Has bags off ability, will have come on during the break, and will not be far off the mark if he keeps his action together
8. L’ENVIE D’ENZO – Sanctioned here mid-July but reassuring 3rd of 6 in a 2925m Cagnes Class D 10 days ago and, on good behaviour can play a small role
9. LUPIN DE BEAUFOUR – 3rd of 7 in a 2700m Class B at Grenade-sur-Garonne 10 days ago, on first start for 6 months, and has every chance of repeating
10. L’ECRIN D’OR – Unraced since getting off the mark in a 2750m Toulouse Class D in early-June. Comes here fresh and is expected to figure prominently at the business end of the race
11. LADY MYSTIC – Has not been seen out since finishing last of 6 in a 2325m Toulouse Class B in early-April. Shoes on and no chance
Summary: It may have taken LUNA DOMA (2) some time to come to hand of late but she reassured, despite some poor luck, at Cabourg recently and with front pads fitted, can put things right. That being said, LALA QUICK (6) has been progressing nicely and has the wherewithal to open her summer account. L’ECRIN D’OR (10) may not have been seen out since early-June but he has talent in spades and can get straight down to business. The able LUPIN DE BEAUFOUR (9) made a fine return to competition recently and will have come on for the race.
| SELECTIONS |
| LUNA DOMA (2) – LALA QUICK (6) – L’ECRIN D’OR (10) – LUPIN DE BEAUFOUR (9) |
| C2 – PRIX DU CONSEIL DEPARTEMENTAL DE TARN ET GARONNE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 20,000 |
1. JOYAU DE LA COTE – Made up for a brace of sanctions when 2nd of 10 in a 2450m Villeréal Class E last weekend and can win this if Simon Laloum keeps him trotting
2. JOY DA VINCI – 8th of 10 finishers in a 2800m Auch monté Class F 3 weeks ago. Is better than recent results would imply and returns to racing barefoot with a realistic chance of making first 5
3. JET SAN LEANDRO – Last of 6 in a 3025m Eauze Class E earlier in the month. Has previously imposed over course and distance, and is reconfigured for the occasion, but current form does little to inspire confidence
4. JULIANI DE LALOSSE – Consistently gives his best, most recently 3rd to JOYAU DE LA COTE (1) in Villeréal race of reference, and will need to be sharper this time around
5. JUST BLESS – Twice failed to confirm his Biarritz victory, latterly 6th of 7 in a 2600m Fleurance Class E earlier in the month. Sports a new configuration here though and, from the 5-spot, can make his presence felt
6. JIRENS DUEM – 4th of 8 in a 2800m Castéra-Verduzan Class F last Monday. Thrives at Beaumont and the front-line start will do his chances no harm
7. JACK DU TRUFIER – 5th of 8, behind JIRENS DUEM (6), in a 2800m Castéra-Verduzan Class F early last week. Hind shoes off but still appears to have too much to do
8. JIMMU DU PATURAL – 3rd, a place behind JOYAU DE LA COTE (1), in a 2450m Villeréal Class E last weekend. Drawn wide but still looks good enough to pressure JOYAU DE LA COTE (1)
9. JAPAN GIRL – Pleased under harness at Toulouse before coming 4th of 8 in a 2200m Lannemezan monté Class H 2.5 weeks ago. Not a contender, but races barefoot for the occasion and, in present form, is worth retaining
10. JUNON DE BEYLEV – In good shape but sanctioned in a 2600m Fleurance Class E a fortnight ago. Won here earlier in the year and on better behaviour can again go close
11. JACK MAGISTER – Sanctioned in a 3025m Eauze Class E 3 weeks ago. Has completely lost his way and can be written off
12. JERIKA LOVE – Sanctioned in 5 of last 6, most recently a 2300m Trie-sur-Baïse Class F on 6 August, and will have few takers
13. JOUR DE JUIN – Has not been seen out since faulting in a 2625m Class F at La Rochelle early-May. Shoes on and no threat
14. JAMES DU PADOUENG – 5th of 9 in a 2600m Fleurance monté Class F 2 weeks ago. Would be preferred at a lower level and the draw only compounds matters
Summary: Very hard to fault when unshod and focused, JOYAU DE LA COTE (1) showed his form at Villeréal recently and, with application, can win this. A place behind him that day, JIMMU DU PATURAL (8) is clearly close to his race and , freshly-configured, is unlikely to disappoint. JUNON DE BEYLEV (10) breaks from the 2nd row but is confirmed here and with stride in check will not be far off the mark. JIRENS DUEM (6) has never let the side down here and must be afforded respect.
| SELECTIONS |
| JOYAU DE LA COTE (1) – JIMMU DU PATURAL (8) – JUNON DE BEYLEV (10) – JIRENS DUEM (6) |
| C3 – PRIX KIWANIS MONTAUBAN – 2550m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 23,000 |
1. KRISS D’AVIGNERE – Surprise 2nd of 8 in a 2450m Villeréal Class E last weekend. Takes on a better bunch this time and chances rather limited
2. KINJAL DE BELLANDE – Disappointing in 3 since the break, latterly last but one in a 2875m Enghien Class E late-July, and can be ruled out
3. KATANGA DE BLARY – 2nd over course and distance mid-July before coming 6th to KAHINA DE FAEL (7) in Castéra-Verduzan race of reference. Is better than that though and has a realistic chance of finishing in the mix
4. KISS ME JIHEM – 5th to KAHINA DE FAEL (7) in a 2800m Class E at Castéra-Verduzan 2 weeks ago. Is an honest filly that always gives her best, but that may not be enough this time
5. KATKO MESLOIS – Back under harness after finishing last of 8 in a 2300m Trie-sur-Baïse monté Class E earlier this month. Barefoot this time but others still preferred
6. KARA DU PLESSIS – Took some time to come to hand this term but reassuring 3rd of 13 to KAHINA DE FAEL (7) in a 2800m Castéra-Verduzan Class E a fortnight ago and, in similar form, will have her chances
7. KAHINA DE FAEL – Made it 2 from 3 when winning a 2800m Class E at Castéra-Verduzan, with ease, on 12 August and looks eminently capable of repeating
8. KYRIELLE D’ALBRET – Out of the picture all season, most recently 8th of 11 in a 2800m Castéra-Verduzan Class D early last week, and has no realistic chance
9. KING DRY – Won 2 on the trot last month before faulting in a 2600m Fleurance Class D a fortnight ago. Should not be harshly-judged and will be expected to bounce back and play a prominent role
10. KEEP COOL – Has hardly put a foot wrong this year, latterly 2nd of 11 in a 2575m Agen-Le Passage Class D 2 months ago. Comes here fresh and Maxime Grasset will be loathe to pass up such a good opportunity
11. KATONA – Returns to racing with front pads fitted after faulting in a 2700m Class B at Grenade-sur-Garonne 10 days ago. Has placed just once in 3 here and no more than a minor place chance
12. KAROUZO – 3rd of 11 in a 2800m Castéra-Verduzan Class D early last week. Has looked ordinary here this year and, with shoes on, will have little to offer
13. KHARNAS – Has done nothing but improve since returning to competition, most recently 3rd of 7 in a 2775m Class C at Les Sables-d’Olonne 3 weeks ago, and even from the back line can play an active role
Summary: A winner here mid-July and successful again at Castéra-Verduzan a fortnight ago, KAHINA DE FAEL (7) has every chance of keeping her perfect Beaumont record intact. 25m worse off but a tough nut to crack when barefoot, KHARNAS (13) looks a decent prospect, as does the ideally-engaged and performant KEEP COOL (10) who is competitively-shod for his first start since the spell. KARA DU PLESSIS (6) lived up to expectations last time out and the Alexandre Abrivard-influence must be factored in.
| SELECTIONS |
| KAHINA DE FAEL (7) – KHARNAS (13) – KEEP COOL (10) – KARA DU PLESSIS (6) |
| C4 – PRIX DE L’ASSOCIATION PASSERELLE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 20,000 |
1. IMAGE DE CORDAY – Fast-finishing 3rd of 9 in a 2650m Hyères Class G a month ago. Has never disappointed here and the engagement of Alexandre Abrivard is a telling sign. Claim
2. IPIPIP DES SABLES – Climbs back up in class after securing a 3350m Villeréal amateurs Class G last weekend. Well-placed behind the car and will not be going home empty-handed
3. INDIGO PLANCHETTE – Won at Eauze late-July before coming 5th behind INCA DE MONE (4) in a 2200m Lannemezan Class H 2.5 weeks ago. Is confirmed here and although not a priority, he has a good spot behind the car and can play a small part
4. INCA DE MONE – 2nd of 9 in a 2200m Lannemezan Class H 2.5 weeks ago. Occupies an excellent spot on the front row and will be expected to figure prominently
5. IDEAL DU GROIZEAU – Switches back to the harness code after coming last of 9 in a 2850m Mauquenchy monté Class F 3 weeks ago. Here for a change of scenery and can be ruled out
6. IZARD BOCAIN – Back under harness after finishing 7th of 9 in a 3025m Eauze monté Class G last last month, but still looks out of his depth
7. IMPACT BLACK – Has been at the top of his game since the spring, most recently winning a 2700m Miramont-de-Guyenne Class H 10 days ago, and is unlikely to be far off the mark
8. IRIS DU LIVIER – 2nd of 8 in a 3125m Chinon Class F 8 days ago. Is forced to start wide but has been knocking at the door and deserves to win one of these days
9. IDOLE D’ERPION – Pleasant 3rd of 6 in a 2600m Fleurance Class H last weekend but has a lot more to find this time
10. IKAKOU – 3rd at Hyères before winning a 2800m Castéra-Verduzan Class G a fortnight ago. Not ideally-drawn but, with application, can pick up some crumbs
11. IXO DES PLANS – Sanctioned in Lannemezan race of reference. Has been out of sorts for some time and even with hind shoes off, still has no possible chance
12. INDY RED – Not without merit but sanctioned in last 3, latterly a 2725m Vittel Class F on 28 July, and others easier to trust
13. ISEA D’HOULBEC – Produced a brace of good efforts before finishing 6th of 9 in a 2700m Gramat Class H 3 weeks ago and the draw does her no favours
14. IZQUIERDO – Sanctioned in a 2000m Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel a week ago. Regularly in the thick of things when applied and, sporting a new configuration, can defy the draw and get in on the action
15. INVICTUS NAR – 6th behind IMPACT BLACK (7) in a 2700m Gramat Class H on 4 August. Reverts to a previous formula but has been handed a tough draw and first needs to get his house in order
Summary: After traversing a lean period, IMAGE DE CORDAY (1) gave a reassuringly good account at Hyères last month and given her liking for the venue, can return to winning ways. Runner-up in 4 of her last 5 starts, IRIS DU LIVIER (8) is forced to start wide but can make a bigger splash this time if she takes to the new profile. INCA DE MONE (4) has gone from strength to strength over recent weeks and, while not the biggest fan of the Beaumont track, he is very hard to ignore from the 4-spot. IMPACT BLACK (7) has won 3 of his last 5 and, while arguably better on turf, still merits significant respect.
| SELECTIONS |
| IMAGE DE CORDAY (1) – IRIS DU LIVIER (8) – INCA DE MONE (4) – IMPACT BLACK (7) |
| C5 – PRIX GILBERT ET JEAN-PIERRE GAILING – 2400m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 26,000 |
1. JADE VENESI – Capable on a good day but lacklustre lately, most recently sanctioned, when unsupported, in a 2875m Meslay-du-Maine Class D mid-month, and can be passed over
2. JACINTHE DU BOIRON – Surprisingly sanctioned in a 2750m Cabourg Class D earlier in the month. Talent and form are not in question and she can bring home the bacon if Frédéric Clozier assures her initial strides
3. JICOMTE – Produced a trio of good runs before finishing last of 10 in a 2450m Villeréal Class F last weekend and in this company will have little to contribute
4. JOYCE MIKA – Made it 2 wins from 3 when successful in a 2600m Fleurance Class E a fortnight back but, in this category, will struggle to make her presence felt
5. JURAE VET – Last but one in a 2950m Vichy Class C 3 weeks ago. Is considerably better than that though and from the 5-spot can give this a good go
6. JOKO DE LIGNY – Pulled off the hat-trick when victorious in a 2450m Villeréal Class D a fortnight ago. Thrives with Lana Henry and once again looks the horse to beat
7. JEANBLANC DUEM – In the frame in last 4, most recently 3rd of 7 in a 2925m Cagnes Class D mid-month, and will again be competitive for a spot in first 3
8. JONAS – Disappointed at Langon before faulting in a 2800m Auch Class D 3 weeks ago, and has no possible chance
9. JEREMICE MERITE – Respectable 4th of 7 finishers in a 1609m Argentan Class E on 10 August and if still on the boil, can get in on the action
10. JET DES MALBERAUX – 3rd in last 2, most recently a 2875m Class D at Meslay-du-Maine 10 days ago. Not ideally-drawn but is a tough individual and must be taken seriously
11. JOUVENCE D’AVRIL – Faulted in a 2750m Cabourg Class E mid-month. Is not without ability but first needs to re-establish her credentials
12. JAZZ PAT – Pleasantly surprising 2nd of 8 in a 2800m Auch Class D 3 weeks ago. Goes barefoot for the first time but the draw will do him no favours
13. JAPPELOU DU SOIR – 4th of 11 in a 2700m Class B at Grenade-sur-Garonne 10 days ago. Not ideally-drawn here though and looks no more than a minor place prospect
Summary: Winner over 2550m here mid-July before going on to win 2 more, JOKO DE LIGNY (6) will be expected to continue his forward charge. Lana Henry would be wise to be wary of the better-positioned JACINTHE DU BOIRON (2) who is dynamic when barefoot, and JEANBLANC DUEM (7) who has been knocking at the door over recent weeks. JET DES MALBERAUX (10) confirmed his right-handed credentials at Meslay recently and in present shape is very easy to like.
| SELECTIONS |
| JOKO DE LIGNY (6) – JACINTHE DU BOIRON (2) – JEANBLANC DUEM (7) – JET DES MALBERAUX (10) |
| C6 – PRIX #RACEANDCARE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 30,000 |
1. HIMALAYA NARCY – Sanctioned here before trotting 6th of 10 in a 2475m Royan Class D 2 weeks ago. Shoes on this time and appears to be facing a very stiff test
2. GALEA MIP – Returns to racing barefoot after coming last of 15 in a 2800m Castéra-Verduzan Class E last Monday. Has merit but in this company looks no more than a minor place prospect
3. JIM PERRINE – Showed he was back at his best when 3rd of 9 in a 2875m Enghien Class B 2.5 weeks ago. Breaks from the 3-spot and will take all the beating
4. IPPON DE MONTCEAU – Unraced since coming 2nd of 11 in a 2800m Bollène Class F 2 months ago. Not once out of the frame in last 10 starts and will be expected to play a leading role at the reckoning
5. IDEAL SAN LEANDRO – Made it 2 straight victories when successful in a 2450m Villeréal Class F last weekend. Has raced here twice, has won here twice. Chance
6. ICARE DU BERYL – 7th of 10, on return from a spell, in a 3025m Eauze Class F 3 weeks ago. Races barefoot this time and, considering his liking for the venue, is not going to be far off the mark
7. JOIE DE LA COTE – Put a pair of clinkers behind her when 2nd of 11 in a 2700m Grenade-sur-Garonne Class B mid-August. Not once out of first 4 here and, from the front row, can figure prominently
8. GRANITA BELLA – Encouraged at Villeneuve-sur-Lot on 21 July but disappointing 6th of 10 at Royan a week later and is unlikely to shake things up
9. GEWURZTRAMINER – Last of 13 behind ITALO DUEM (10) in a 2800m Castéra-Verduzan Class F a fortnight ago. Is preferred barefoot and best to hold off
10. ITALO DUEM – 3rd here late-June before coming 2nd of 13 in a 2800m Castéra-Verduzan Class F a fortnight ago but the step up in category may be a step too far
11. IRRATI DUEM – Sent for a spell after dominating a 2575m Agen-Le Passage Class E mid-June. Handed a 2nd line draw, and races shod for the occasion, but still looks competitive for a first-5 payout
Summary: Some good horses lining up here but it will take something a bit special to beat the ideally-positioned JIM PERRINE (3) who will dominate this if he reproduces his recent Enghien performance. Louis Goetz will nevertheless be keeping a keen eye on the hat-trick-seeking IDEAL SAN LEANDRO (5) who has yet to be bested here, and the remarkably-consistent IPPON DE MONTCEAU (4) who debuts at the venue with a lot to contribute. JOIE DE LA COTE (7) reassured 10 days ago and has never let the side down at Beaumont-de-Lomagne.
| SELECTIONS |
| JIM PERRINE (3) – IDEAL SAN LEANDRO (5) – IPPON DE MONTCEAU (4) – JOIE DE LA COTE (7) |
| C7 – PRIX DU CONSEIL REGIONAL D’OCCITANIE – 2550m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Mounted – EUR € 34,000 |
1. INCUDINE – Last of 11 in a 2700m Class H at Miramont-de-Guyenne mid-month. Has already won 3 times this season though and will appreciate returning to racing barefoot. Outsider of interest
2. FEELING MESLOIS – 3rd of 8 in a 2625m Villeneuve-sur-Lot amateurs Class H last weekend. Barefoot this time, is confirmed here, and should not be entirely overlooked
3. GOSSIP – Last of 12 when prepping for this in a 2600m Gémozac harness Class H mid-month. Is plainly in excellent shape and is thoroughly capable of playing a leading role
4. IDEAL DU NOYER – Has been in cracking form for some time, most recently 2nd of 6 in a 2400m Châteaubriant Class F 16 days ago and will justifiably garner the lion’s share of support
5. FAMILOTE – Sanctioned in a 2575m Gabarret Class F late last month. Yet to show any particular bent for the code and can be ignored
6. HONORINE DES PRES – 11th of 12 in a 2850m Hyères harness Class G on 2 August. Is confirmed under the saddle but is being aimed too high this time
7. ICARE WILLIAMS – Put a pair of sanctions behind him when 3rd of 13 in a 2800m Castéra-Verduzan harness Class F a fortnight ago. Seldom disappoints when focused and the engagement of Alexandre Abrivard will only work to his advantage
8. FIRST DU MILAN – 3rd, a place behind IDEAL DU NOYER (4), in a 2400m Châteaubriant Class F on 9 August. Boasts a superb monté record and looks a leading player on Beaumont debut
9. HIBISCUS DE MAISY – Takes a shot at the monté code after being sanctioned in a 2625m Villeneuve-sur-Lot harness Class D a week ago. Not a priority but returns to racing unshod-behind and can get a look in
10. FIRST DE CHOISEL – Debuts in the discipline after finishing 6th of 15 in a 2800m Castéra-Verduzan harness Class E early last week. Is not short of ability and, even from the 2nd row, could well pick up a cheque
11. EKINOA DU PATURAL – Flattering 4th of 5 finishers in a 2800m Langon Class E late last month. Front shoes off this time but others easier to back
12. GLADYS TARTIFUME – Unremarkable 6th of 8 in a 2650m Bordeaux Class D on 19 June. Unraced since and the handicap will do her no favours
13. HERMES ANGEL – 3rd of 13 in a 2625m Villeneuve-sur-Lot Class D last weekend. Well-engaged at the limit of earnings and even though on the back line, still looks main danger to IDEAL DU NOYER (4)
Summary: Battle-hardened and seldom disappointing when applied, IDEAL DU NOYER (4) excels racing clockwise and can win this if he keeps his mind on the job. As good in one code as the other, HERMES ANGEL (13) is on-form, appreciates these conditions, and is not incapable of defying the handicap. Simply excellent under the saddle, FIRST DU MILAN (8) may be new to the venue but is fitted with pads again and will be no easy touch. GOSSIP (3) can be excused his recent performance and returns to a discipline he likes with a good hand to play.
| SELECTIONS |
| IDEAL DU NOYER (4) – HERMES ANGEL (13) – FIRST DU MILAN (8) – GOSSIP (3) |
| C8 – GRAND PRIX DYNAVENA – 2550m (a1m1/2) – Class B Race – Harness – EUR € 44,000 |
1. GALANT DE CAREL – Has hardly blotted his copybook since early-spring, most recently 5th of 13 in a 2625m Class D at Villeneuve-sur-Lot last weekend. Front pads fitted this time, appreciates the venue, but others still preferred
2. FUTUR DU CHENE – Sprang a 102/1 surprise when 3rd of 12 in a 2150m Castéra-Verduzan Class B early last week, but a repeat seems improbable
3. GIPSON CREEK – Got back in the game a fortnight ago when 4th of 10 in a 2475m Royan Class D, but with shoes back on, will have little to offer
4. DIEGO DECOULGENS – Back under harness after being sanctioned early in a 2250m Enghien monté Class C 2 weeks ago. Unexceptional under harness and not a priority
5. EDITEUR LA RAVELLE – Disappointing since returning to competition, latterly 9th of 10 behind GOLIATH DU CAUX (8) in a 2150m Enghien claimer 2 weeks ago, and will have few friends
6. EPISTOLAIRE – Last of 8, behind FAKIR MERITE (15), in a 2700m Grenade-sur-Garonne Gr.3 10 days ago and, even with 4 pads fitted, will have nothing to contribute
7. ENTRE AMIS – Has turned a corner recently with 2 wins from last 3, most recent a 3325m Villeréal Class B 3 weeks ago. Beat a number of these that day and can do so again
8. GOLIATH DU CAUX – 3rd of 10 in a 2150m Enghien claimer 2 weeks ago. Has otherwise been a write-off in 2024 and chances almost non-existent
9. FEMTO DE VAUVERT – No star but showed improvement when 5th of 10 in a 2700m Aix-les-Bains Class C 3 weeks ago and, freshly-configured, is worth keeping an eye on
10. EVEIL DU LUPIN – Sanctioned in a 2150m Enghien claimer 2 weeks ago. Has been off the boil all year and can be confidently passed over
11. HORATIUS D’ELA – 4th of 11 in a 2875m Enghien Class C late-July. Could not have asked for a better engagement and can make this his own
12. FRENCH MAN – Put 2 sanctions behind him when 2nd to ENTRE AMIS (7) in a 3325m Villeréal Class B 3 weeks ago. On the back line again and looks a respectable first-5 chance
13. GENDREEN – Unlucky 8th of 10 in a 2950m Saint-Malo Gr.3 2.5 weeks ago but can make a big splash if Alexandre Abrivard gets him off on the right foot
14. BILO JEPSON – 6th of 9 in a 1609m Argentan Gr.2, on return from his break, 2 weeks ago. In less-exalted company this time and, if fully fit, will be no pushover
15. FAKIR MERITE – Just one blip on his formcard over past 3 months, most recently 5th of 8 finishers in a 2700m Grenade-sur-Garonne Gr.3 10 days ago. Incurs the penalty but at this level, looks competitively well-in
Summary: Seldom seen racing right-handed, but confirmed nonetheless, HORATIUS D’ELA (11) debuts at the venue with an excellent entry on the front line, and should have the edge over GENDREEN (13) who has an extra 25m to travel. BILO JEPSON (14) drops in category after a respectable comeback run and should be competitive for a place on the podium. In fine form since the spring, FAKIR MERITE (15) has already won twice here and returns, barefoot, to the track with a good hand to play.
| SELECTIONS |
| HORATIUS D’ELA (11) – GENDREEN (13) – BILO JEPSON (14) – FAKIR MERITE (15) |
| R4 MONT DE MARSAN [R-H] |
| C1 – CRITERIUM DES LANDES – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 22,000 |
1. SOUVENIR D’ECAJEUL – Has won three times in Spain and was not disgraced when runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 6 August. Not out of it
2. LOR LAGOON – Has won twice in France this year but did struggle last time out at Madrid over 1600m on 5 May. Capable of making the frame fit from a break
3. PERLI CHOPE – Only modest of late and was 7th last time out in a handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 8 August. Nees to do more to win this race
4. BEAU LINGE – Returned to form when a runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at Clairefontaine-Deauville over this distance on 9 August. Can contest the finish again
5. ISFALIA – Won on debut but has lost her way since then and was 7th last time out in Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 28 June. Needs to find a few lengths to win
6. WILD GODDESS – Showed promise last year winning twice but has not been as good this year and was 9th last time out in a Listed race at Deauville over this distance on 7 July. Can bounce back to score
7. GODESSA – A five-time winner, with two recent claimer wins at this track, the latest on 1 August over 1400m, Might play a minor role
Summary: WILD GODDESS (6) has flopped in both starts this year but did look better last year when winning twice and can bounce back to score if back to her best. BEAU LINGE (4) showed improvement last time out and could go one better in a weak race. SOUVENIR D’ECAJEUL (1) was not disgraced last time out and has won three times in Spain so deserves some respect. LOR LAGOON (2) struggled in Spain last time out but has won twice in France and is not out of it.
| SELECTIONS |
| WILD GODDESS (6) – BEAU LINGE (4) – SOUVENIR D’ECAJEUL (1) – LOR LAGOON (2) |
| C2 – PRIX DES GARDENIAS – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 15,000 |
1. STARK – Improving and only found one better on the day last time out in a Claimer over this track and trip on 19 July. Big chance
2. PLACID’OO – Has improved of late and was runner-up last time out in a Claimer at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 1600m on 31 July. Not out of it
3. GRECIAN RULER – Unreliable and was 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Pompadour over 1200m on 3 August. Could play a minor role
4. ARYVESAN – Well beaten in all three start and was 11th last time out in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 6 August. Others are preferred
5. BAI TU LONG – Was not disgraced when third on debut in a course and distance claimer on 19 July. Should be right there at the finish once again
6. DEWSBURY – Has not shown much in three starts and was 7th last time out in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 6 August. Capable of improvement in this division
7. PROMESSE – Finished 9th on her debut in a Conditions race at Vichy over 1600m on 31 July. Likely to improve trying a claimer
8. BEARN IN LOVE – Has improved with each run and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Pompadour over 1200m on 3 August. Might play a minor role
9. DIVA BELLA – Yet to win but was not disgraced when fourth last time out in a Claimer at Dax over 1200m on 8 July. Capable of making the frame
10. COPAN – Has no shown much in two starts and was 7th last time out in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1400m on 21 July. Capable of improvement dropped to a claimer
11. VICTORY STREET – Very consistent so far in this division and was a winner last time out at Dax over 1200m on 7 August. Can contest the finish again
12. NEBBIA BIANCA – Has struggled in all four starts and was 11th last time out in a Claimer over this course and distance on 19 July. Others are preferred
13. BYGRACE – Yet to show much and finished 7th last time out in a Conditions race at Dax over 1200m on 20 August. Needs major improvement to win
Summary: STARK (1) is improving and ran respectably last time out in this division. He can go one better this time around. VICTORY STREET (11) has been very consistent in Claimers and could double up on a solid last win. PLACID’OO (2) is improving and ran well in this division last time out. BAI TU LONG (5) was not disgraced on debut and would not be a surprise winner.
| SELECTIONS |
| STARK (1) – VICTORY STREET (11) – PLACID’OO (2) – BAI TU LONG (5) |
| C3 – PRIX VELOX – 2150m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 17,000 |
1. LLASTOON PONTADOUR AA – Has improved with each run and was a winner last time out in a Conditions race at Gramat over 2200m on 5 August. Deserves some respect for that win
2. ZEBEDY AA – He did not show his best when 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Dax over 2100m on 26 July. Did better before that and can contest the finish
3. FOREST DU PECOS AA – Ran well on debut but he has been a disappointment in his next two starts and was was 6th last time out in a Conditions race at Dax on 26 July. Might play a minor role
4. HALDENIRI AA – A three-year-old colt by Very Nice Name out of Haldanyra Aa who is making his debut. Watch the betting
5. SILAOS DE L’ABBAYE AA – Well beaten on debut but did a lot better when winning his second start, which was a Conditions race at Pompadour over 2300m on 20 July. Can follow up if in the same mood
6. LIVAWOOD PONTADOUR AA – A three-year-old filly by Erasmus out of Easywood Pontadour Aa who is making her debut. Watch the betting
7. LEON DA CLODIA AA – Unreliable and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Gramet over 2200m on 5 August. More is needed to beat these rivals
8. LOUP SAUVAGE AA – Has been fair so far and was third last time out in a Conditions race at Gramat over 2200m on 5 August. Might sneak some minor money
9. ROSE DE FRANCE AA – Did not show her best when tenth in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 5 July. Did better before that but others are preferred
10. LITTLE PONTADOUR AA – Finished 9th on debut in a Conditions race at Dax over 2100m on 26 July. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
11. KELYANA FOR LIFE AA – Well beaten in both her starts and was tenth last time out in a Conditions race at Dax over 2100m on 26 July. Others are much preferred
12. BLUE LAGOON AA – A three-year-old colt by Paban De France Aa out of Marie de Gane who is making his debut. Watch the betting
13. LUPIN D’OC AA – A three-year-old gelding by Carghèse des Landes out of Quicken d’Oc who is making his debut. Watch the betting
14. MRLAKHANI FOR LIFE AA – Has not shown much so far and was 7th last time out in a Conditions race at Dax over 2100m on 26 July. Could play a minor role
15. ETOILE DE CHARME AA – A three year old filly by Carghèse des Landes out of Declic de l’Abbaye who is making her debut. Watch the betting
Summary: HALDENIRI AA (4) makes his debut but is trained by Elisabeth Bernard and he may well win. SILAOS DE L’ABBAYE AA (5) showed good improvement when winning his second start and does appear to set the standard of the raced runners. LLASTOON PONTADOUR AA (1) has improved with each run and was victorious last time out but this may be a tougher race. ZEBEDY AA (2) did not show his best last time out but can contest the finish.
| SELECTIONS |
| HALDENIRI AA (4) – SILAOS DE L’ABBAYE AA (5) – LLASTOON PONTADOUR AA (1) – ZEBEDY AA (2) |
| C4 – PRIX FLIPPER – WATHBA STALLIONS CUP – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 20,000 |
1. HM HAFID – Not disgraced when fourth on debut in a Conditions race at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1600m on 4 May. Could do even better this longer distance
2. MIDHAL – Did not show much on debut when 11th in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 28 July. Capable of improvement and could play a minor role
3. LANVIN DE FAUST – Did not show much on debut when 9th in a Conditions race at this course over 2150m on 1 August. Capable of improvement and one to watch
4. ALLIE SAINT LON – Has run well in both starts and was 5th last time out in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 28 July. Big chance in this field
5. STAR ONE – Produced a modest debut when 6th in a Conditions race at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1600m on 4 May. Could need this run returning from a break
6. SONGE AL MAURY – Well beaten in both starts and was tenth last time out in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 28 July. Others are much preferred
7. JALLAAB – In good form and was third last time out in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 10 July. Be right there at the finish again
8. MIQDAAM – Did not show much on debut when 9th on debut in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 28 July. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
9. GHAREEM – A three-year-old colt by Dahess out of Diva de Nulvi who is making his debut. Watch the betting
10. MALATH – A three-year-old colt by Al Mourtajez out of Nevadour Al Maury who is making his debut. Watch the betting
11. SAFEER AL SHAHANIA – A three-year-old colt by Munjiz out of Mantalo who is making his debut. Watch the betting
12. AL NATIBIS UP – A three-year-old colt by Al Mamun Monlau out of Natica De Pompadour who is making his debut. Watch the betting
13. SAHM MUSCAT – A three-year-old colt by Af Al Buraq out of Noor Muscat who is making his debut. Watch the betting
14. SARHAAN – A three-year-old colt by Mahabb out of Gaira who is making his debut. Watch the betting
Summary: ALLIE SAINT LON (4) has shown promise in both starts and could be ready to win a race like this. JALLAAB (7) is in good shape and looked very likely to be right there at the finish once again. HM HAFID (1) returns from a break but the debut was not too bad and he could show vast improvement. GHAREEM (9) is one of a few that make their debut and he would not be a surprise winner.
| SELECTIONS |
| ALLIE SAINT LON (4) – JALLAAB (7) – HM HAFID (1) – GHAREEM (9) |
| C5 – PRIX MAURICE PRAT – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000 |
1. FLY D’ASPE – Unreliable but did not run badly when third last time out in a Claimer at this course over 1600m on 1 August. Might play a minor role
2. FORZA SEDACA – Unreliable but did run well last time out in a handicap at Vichy over this distance on 31 July. Not out of it
3. QANTIEM – In good form and was third last time out in a handicap at La Teste-de-Buch over this distance on 6 August. Should fight out the finish once again
4. JUREER – Unreliable and was 12th last time out in a handicap at Toulouse over this distance on 8 April. Might need this run returning from a break
5. JUBILE – Unreliable of late and was 6th last time out in a handicap at La Teste-de-Buch over 2000m on 6 August. Could earn some minor money
6. BECQUANON – A winner of two of his last four starts, including a handicap last time out at La Teste-de-Buch over 2000m on 6 August. Carries a 2,50kg penalty but can follow up
7. MURANO – Unreliable but did show improvement when fourth in a claimer at this course over 1600m on 1 August. Needs to do more to win this race
8. CHARM KING – Probably at best on the PSF and was 12th last time out in a handicap at La Teste-de-Buch over 2000m on 6 August. Others are preferred
9. SCHOUMI – Showed some improvement when fourth last time out in a handicap at La Teste-de-Buch over 2000m on 6 August. Can make the frame again
10. XARUN – Has lost his way and was 9th last time out in a handicap at Vichy over this distance on 14 August. Needs major improvement to win
11. THECLIMB – On a very long losing run but is in good shape and was third last time out in a handicap at Dax over 2300m on 20 August
Summary: BECQUANON (6) is improving and the manner in which he won his handicap last time out suggested that a 2.50kg penalty may not stop a follow-up victory. THECLIMB (11) has not won for some time but is holding form and could have consistency rewarded one of these days. QANTIEM (3) ran well behind rival in this BECQUANON (6) last time out and should at least be much closer to him at the finish. SCHOUMI (9) showed improvement last time out and is not out of it.
| SELECTIONS |
| BECQUANON (6) – THECLIMB (11) – QANTIEM (3) – SCHOUMI (9) |
| C6 – PRIX MONA LISA – WATHBA STALLIONS CUP – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 20,000 |
1. LACARO DU CROATE – Only found one better on the day when runner-up on her debut in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 28 July. Big chance
2. GAEEDA AL SHAHANIA – Not disgraced when fourth on debut in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 28 July. Can contest the finish again
3. GENEVA – Finished 5th on her debut in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 28 July. Capable of making the frame
4. SIDRA – Showed promise when third on her debut in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 28 July. Be right there at the finish
5. ZARAM – Finished 6th on her debut in a Conditions race at Montauban over 2250m on 16 June. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
6. MIGNONNE AL MAURY – Showed some improvement when third in her second start in a Conditions race at Montauban over 2250m on 16 June. Might play a minor role
7. HAMAYIM – Did not show much on her debut when 9th In a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 28 June. Others are preferred
8. BURN BABY BURN – A three-year-old filly by Burning Sand out of Safa who is making her debut. Watch the betting
9. HAJMAH – A three-year-old filly by Mourtajez out of Easter de Faust who us making her debut. Watch the betting
10. DAHMA DREAM – A three-year-old filly by Baseq Al Khalediah out of Al Dahma who is making her debut. Watch the betting
11. GHAIDAA – A three-year-old filly by Muraaqib out of Essalda who is making her debut. Watch the betting
Summary: LACARO DU CROATE (1) only found one better on debut and had a few of these rivals behind her that day. She should go one better this time. SIDRA (4) and GAEEDA AL SHAHANIA (2) were behind the selection on debut and are capable of improvement so deserve respect. GENEVA (3) was not disgraced on debut and is another could be involved with the finish.
| SELECTIONS |
| LACARO DU CROATE (1) – SIDRA (4) – GAEEDA AL SHAHANIA (2) – GENEVA (3) |
| C7 – PRIX DES PINS – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000 |
1. KARKHOV – Very unreliable and was 9th last time out in a handicap at Dax over 2300m on 20 August. Capable of a surprise when at best
2. NANTMOR – Yet to win a race and was 11th last time out in a handicap at La Teste-de-Buch over 2000m on 6 August. Capable of earning money when in the mood
3. MOREA – In good form and was runner-up in a handicap last time out at La Teste-de-Buch over 2000m on 6 August. Can go one better
4. FAL DARA – Yet to win a race and was 9th last time out in a handicap at La Teste-de-Buch over 2000m on 6 August. Capable of making the frame
5. DIRTY DOZEN – Has struggled this year and was 9th last time out in a handicap at Dax over 2300m on 23 June. Capable of playing a minor role
6. GRISGRISES – Did not show his best when 13th last time out at ParisLongchamp over 2800m on 28 April. Could need this run returning from a break
7. LE RAFALE – Has lost his way this year and was 11th last time out in a handicap at La Teste-de-Buch over 2000m on 6 August. Others are much preferred
8. MONA LISA – Battling to regain best form and was tenth last time out in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 15 August. Did better before that and can contest the finish
9. LEVANT – Holding her form and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Carcassonne over 2650m on 12 May. Could need this run returning from a break
10. IMAGINE CHOP – Yet to win a race and was 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Royan La Palmyre over 2300m on 18 August. Needs to do more to win this race
11. TERRITORIO – Unreliable but did not run too badly when 6th last time out in a handicap at Dax over 2300m on 20 August. Can do even better this time
Summary: MOREA (3) is consistent and is in good form. She can go one better on her good last performance and does look the one to be with. MONA LISA (8) was not too far behind the selection in her penultimate start and can contest the finish. TERRITORIO (11) is unreliable but is also capable of being competitive this time. FAL DARA (4) has some fair form but has yet to score.
| SELECTIONS |
| MOREA (3) – MONA LISA (8) – TERRITORIO (11) – FAL DARA (4) |
| C8 – PRIX MONA LISA – WATHBA STALLIONS CUP – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 20,000 |
1. ALULA – Did not run too badly on debut when 6th in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1600m on 17 May. Can improve this longer distance returning from a break
2. ALNOOD – Was not disgraced when 5th on her debut in a Conditions race at this course over 1600m on 19 July. Can do even better this time
3. HIZIA DE MONLAU – Well beaten on debut when 13th on debut in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 28 July. Needs major improvement to win
4. LUEUR DE FAUST – Showed good improvement in her second start when third in a Conditions race at this course over 2150m on 1 August. Can do even better this time
5. BETTERLOVE AL ASHAI – Did not show much on debut when 12th in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1400m on 13 August. Can improve but is best watched for now
6. YASAT – Showed promise on debut but did not really repeat it when 6th last time out in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 28 July. Can fight out the finish again
7. HM FARAJALLAH – A three-year-old filly by Al Mourtajez out of Shadenn who is making her debut. Watch the betting
8. IHTIJAJ – A three-year-old filly by Al Mourtajez out of Maasara who is making her debut. Watch the betting
9. MADEEHA AL SHAHANIA – A three-year-old filly by Asraa Min Albarq out of Madira Du Loup who is making her debut. Watch the betting
10. EVERGLADES DES CEDRES – A three-year-old filly by Amperor des Cèdres out of Eversand who is making her debut. Watch the betting
Summary: LUEUR DE FAUST (4) is improving and could be ready for a winning performance. YASAT (6) was fair in her second start after a promising debut and should be a threat. ALNOOD (2) was not at all disgraced on debut and with improvement very likely she can go close to winning this time. ALULA (1) was only modest on debut but should improve over this longer distance.
| SELECTIONS |
| LUEUR DE FAUST (4) – YASAT (6) – ALNOOD (2) – ALULA (1) |
| C9 – PRIX D’HOSSEGOR – 2450m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 21,000 |
1. FENG SHUI DU PECOS AA – In good form and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race over this track and trip on 19 July. Can win a race like this
2. CRONOS AA – Unreliable but did win a Conditions race last time out at Gramat over 2200m on 5 August. Can follow up
3. HORIZON DE TANUES AA – Returns from a lengthy beak and was 11th last time out in a Conditions race at Toulouse over 2400m on 11 November. Likely to need this run
4. BAND JO AA – Yet to win a race and was 9th last time out in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 2400m on 13 August. Capable of playing a minor role when in the mood
5. FREE DANCE AA – Has not been at her best this year and was 7th last time out in a Conditions race at Pompadour over 2300m on 15 August. Capable of better and might surprise
6. JOBURG PONTADOUR AA – Probably needed her last run when 7th in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 19 July. Can fight out the finish
7. JOCKER DE TANUES AA – Did not run too badly in his only start of the year when fourth in a Conditions race at Pompadour over 2300m on 15 August. Has a place chance
8. ISEULT DU PACS AA – In good shape of late and was runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at Pompadour over 2300m on 15 August. Can contest the finish
9. FALSTAFF DU PECOS AA – Yet to win a race but was not disgraced when fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Gramat over 2200m on 5 August. Can make the frame
10. KALY DE LA BRUNIE AA – Showed promise last year winning but did disappoint in her first two starts of year and was tenth last time out in a Conditions race at Tarbes over 2300m on 13 April. Returns from a break but can be a threat
Summary: A competitive lucky last race. FENG SHUI DU PECOS AA (1) has been in good form of late and is proven over this track and trip so can score this time. JOBURG PONTADOUR AA (6) should strip fitter on the last performance and can be serious danger with improvement expected. CRONOS AA (2) is unreliable but did win the latest start and deserves respect for that win. KALY DE LA BRUNIE AA (10) showed ability last year and could bounce back to score.
| SELECTIONS |
| FENG SHUI DU PECOS AA (1) – JOBURG PONTADOUR AA (6) – CRONOS AA (2) – KALY DE LA BRUNIE AA (10) |
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