| R1 VINCENNES [L-H] |
| C1 – PRIX ZOSMA – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 53,000 |
1. HEARTBEAT THUNDER – Makes French debut after running 3rd of 12 over 2140m at Hagmyren on 22 September. Forced to start on the rail but has considerable class and must not be underestimated
2. JINGLE LOVER – Pleased at Enghien before finishing 8th of 11, behind JOKER DES CHALIERS (8), in a 2700m Class C here on 20 September, and will need to raise his game
3. JACKMAN – Tough trotter that ran 9th of 14, on comeback, in a 2600m Cherbourg Class B a month ago. Shoes on again and others preferred
4. JACQUARD – Good dual-discipline sort that finished last of 14, on comeback, in a 2600m Cherbourg Class B a month ago. Is still in conditioning mode and best to hold off
5. JUNKIE (SWE) – Last but one, when preparing for this, in a 2875m Enghien Class B on 30 September. Has won under these conditions and from the 5-spot can play a leading role
6. DESTINY DI POGGIO – 2nd of 12 in a Class D over course and distance on 29 September. Stays unshod behind but still looks good enough to win this
7. JUNON DE LOU – 2nd of 13 in a 2700m Class C here on 22 September. Has placed just once in 5 under these conditions and chances limited
8. JOKER DES CHALIERS – Gave a good account on re-entry late last month when 5th of 11 in a 2700m Class C here. Will have progressed for the run and returns to his distance of preference with a realistic chance of imposing
9. DANA EK – Serious mare making first start for new trainer after winning over 1640m at Mantorp late last month. Breaks wide but excels over these shorter trips and can play a role
10. DIE HARD (ITY) – Surprise 2nd of 9 finishers, on re-entry, in a Class D under these conditions late last month. Takes on a decent bunch here but with form maintained should not disappoint
11. DAYTONA DI CECCO – Sprang a 111/1 surprise when winning a 2875m Enghien Class D on 9 October. On back line and a repeat seems most improbable
12. SANDOKAN (SWE) – Makes first start south of the nordics after running 4th of 12 over 2140m at Solvalla a fortnight ago. Receives a David Thomain drive and can get a look-in if he successfully navigates the start
13. DOROTY DEL SAURO – Sanctioned in both since coming to France, most recently a 2875m Enghien Class D earlier in the month. Shoes on and no threat
14. DE GAULLE GRIF – Comes here fresh after having run 2nd of 14 in a Class D over course and distance late-August. Is unbeaten with Yoann Lebourgeois who will be eager to put on another good show
15. JASMIN DHELPA – Not the most dependable but came in a pleasant 5th of 9 in a 2700m Class B here mid-month. Handed a tough draw but has been entrusted to Eric Raffin for first time and will have his chances of finishing in the mix
Summary: An exceptional Italian import, DESTINY DI POGGIO (6) missed out by little over course and distance late last month, on just her second start back, and looks the one to beat this time. JMB will still be keeping a keen eye on the reconfigured JOKER DES CHALIERS (8) who has won 3 of 4 under these conditions, and the less-favourably-drawn DE GAULLE GRIF (14) who thrives over these shorter trips. JUNKIE (SWE) (5) may not be to everyone’s taste but she has been prepared for this, goes barefoot, and the draw will only work to her advantage.
| SELECTIONS |
| DESTINY DI POGGIO (6) – JOKER DES CHALIERS (8) – DE GAULLE GRIF (14) – JUNKIE (SWE) (5) |
| C2 – PRIX URANIE – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Gr2 Race – Harness – EUR € 120,000 |
1. LAMATTA – Disqualified, but nevertheless showed her form, in a 2100m Class B here a fortnight ago. In this category though, has no possible chance
2. LOUVE DE REVE D’OR – Useful sort that finished 7th of 11, having faulted, in a 2600m Cherbourg Class B a month ago. Has never been tested at this level and even with Eric Raffin in the bike is not about to shake things up
3. LOVE LETTER – Ran 4th in Prix Annick Dreux before defying her 95/1 to run 4th in Criterium. Unlikely to improve on that but can still make first 5
4. LUSH LIFE – Tricky filly that showed her talent when 3rd to LIZA JOSSELYN (9) in 2700m Gr.2 Prix Annick Dreux here late-August, and will not be sent out at 67/1 this time
5. LUNA NOVA GWEN – Has placed once in this rank but disappointing 8th of 10, behind LONDON (7), in a 2700m Gr.3 here on 29 September, and will need to find more
6. LET ME SHINE GIO – Disappointing for some months, latterly 8th of 10 in a 2450m Caen monté Gr.1 a fortnight ago, and can be passed over
7. LONDON – 2nd of 10 in Gr.3 Prix des Troyes over track and trip late last month. Mathieu Mottier back in the wagon and should figure prominently if he keeps her trotting
8. LA JOYEUSE WICZ – Gr.1-winning filly that was sanctioned, on re-entry, in a 2800m Rambouillet Class B on 6 October. Front pads fitted but others still preferred
9. LIZA JOSSELYN – Terrific filly that made short work of Prix Annick Dreux before being sanctioned in Criterium under these conditions mid-September. Shoes back on and, if focused, can make this her own
10. LOUISIANE DE BOMO – Ran 5th of 12, behind LOTTA BOURBON (11), in Criterium des 3 Ans over course and distance last month. Was in cracking shape that day and, with form maintained, could pleasantly surprise
11. LOTTA BOURBON – Has done battle with LIZA JOSSELYN (9) in last 3, beating her once, and latterly 3rd of 12 in Criterium des 3 Ans. In similar form is not incapable of beating her again
Summary: Sanctioned when she appeared not to be at her ease in the Gr.1 Critérium des 3 Ans, LIZA JOSSELYN (9) returns to racing shod and, with application, should have the measure of the classy LOTTA BOURBON (11) whom she beat in the Gr.2 Prix Annick Dreux in late-August. LOUISIANE DE BOMO (10) would have finished closer in the Criterium had she been afforded a run, and Benjamin Rochard will be eager to set the record straight. LONDON (7) may not always be the luckiest of fillies but she ran 2nd in a Gr.3 here late last month and must be considered a contender.
| SELECTIONS |
| LIZA JOSSELYN (9) – LOTTA BOURBON (11) – LOUISIANE DE BOMO (10) – LONDON (7) |
| C3 – PRIX JUNO – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 59,000 |
1. FOKKER DE BAILLY – Sanctioned in a 2825m Chartres Class E last week. Has no love for 2100m on the main track and can be passed over
2. HAS DE COEUR – 6th of 12 in a 2700m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Is considerably better than that, enjoys a front-row break, and can win his first race since May 2023
3. FIRST LADY BLEUE – Has done little of note for some time, latterly 6th of 14 in a 2800m Castéra-Verduzan Class E mid-month, and can be ruled out
4. FAKIR DE GESVRES – Sanctioned, when unsupported, in a 2875m Enghien monté Class D last week, and will have nothing to offer
5. GAMINE DE RIBEAU – 5th of 13 in a 2300m Borely Class E 2 weeks ago. Imposed over track and trip last month, and even though drawn well, can expect to find this a stiff test
6. GAROU DU CHENE – Sanctioned after a minor incident in a 2850m Class D here late last month. Has not been the most fortunate recently, but given the chance can trot his way into the frame
7. FUNKY BERRY – Barring a Beaumont blip has been lurking for some time, latterly 2nd of 11 in a 2625m Alencon Class E on 6 October, and being partnered by Jean-Philippe Monclin will do his prospects no disservice
8. FERGIE HIGHLAND – Pleasantly surprising 4th of 13 in a 2850m Class D here on 27 September, but a repeat seems improbable
9. HERMES EXPRESS – 9th of 12, behind HAS DE COEUR (2), in a 2700m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Has never been tested under 2350m but Eric Raffin maintains faith and can win this if he successfully navigates the start
10. HARCOUEL – 5th of 11, behind HAS DE COEUR (2), in a 2500m Reims Class E mid-September. Has placed just once in 6 starts over track and trip and others easier to back
11. HACIENDA – Disqualified following some poor luck in a 2400m Amiens Class D on 21 September. Form is not in question and can go close if François Lecanu keeps her out of trouble
12. GLORIOSO BELLO – Defied his odds to run 4th of 13 in a 2450m Caen Class C a fortnight ago. Solid in last 2 starts over course and distance but, in this category, will struggle to make his mark
13. GIANA DE MARZY – 2nd to GAMINE DE RIBEAU (5) here before coming 6th of 12, a place behind HACIENDA (11), in a Class D over course and distance on 14 October. Races barefoot but the draw will do her no favours
14. HOTEL MYSTIC – 4th of 11 in a 2700m Class D at La Capelle on 6 September. Has been knocking at the door for some time and, despite the draw, can still make first 5
15. HESCORT LOVE – Won over 2200m at Caen before being sanctioned, when full of running in a 2875m Enghien monté Class D mid-month. Barefoot for the occasion but will first need to negate the draw. Minor place chance
16. HERMES D’ECROVILLE – Was on a fine run of form before finishing an atypical 11th of 12, behind HAS DE COEUR (2), in a 2700m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Thrives over this distance and will not be far from the action if Matthias Legros positions him early
Summary: Not the luckiest here early this month, HAS DE COEUR (2) returns to conditions he adores, breaks from the 2-spot, and can set the record straight. HERMES EXPRESS (9) ran out of steam that day following some questionable tactics but Eric Raffin will be keen to make amends. GAROU DU CHENE (6) showed his form before being sanctioned here late last month, sports a new configuration, and can redeem himself. HACIENDA (11) was denied a run at Amiens but is barefoot as she was when 5th here mid-September, and must be respected.
| SELECTIONS |
| HAS DE COEUR (2) – HERMES EXPRESS (9) – GAROU DU CHENE (6) – HACIENDA (11) |
| C4 – PRIX PIERRE VAN TROYEN – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Gr3 Race – Harness – EUR € 80,000 |
1. JOLIE STAR – 9th of 12 in a 2875m Enghien Class B on 30 September, and in present shape will have nothing to offer
2. JOLIE SURPRISE – Quality element that is still being conditioned after finishing 7th of 16 in a 2800m Rambouillet Class B earlier this month, and can be ruled out
3. JINGLE DU PONT – Gets a 4th conditioner after his break, latterly finishing 13th of 16 in a 2800m Chartres Class B last week, and can be passed over
4. KHAL’S FELLA – 5th in Prix Gaston Brunet before coming 5th of 12, a place behind KEEN WINNER (8), in 2850m Gr.1 Criterium des 4 Ans here on 14 September. 77/1 will not be available this time but still a minor place chance at best
5. KELLE BEAUTE – Ran 2nd in a Gr.2 over course and distance before faulting in Criterium des 4 Ans. Shoes on this time and best to wait
6. KARLA DE MAI – Back under harness after faulting in a 2175m Vincennes monté Gr.1 late last month. Has other priorities and can be ruled out
7. KATAKI DE WALLIS – Made short work of Prix Gaston Brunet before running 11th of 12, after numerous false starts, in Criterium des 4 Ans. If he gets off on the right foot, the race should be his for the taking
8. KEEN WINNER – Won a 2175m Gr.2 here before outclassing many colts, coming 4th of 12 finishers in 2850m Gr.1 Criterium des 4 Ans here on 14 September. Takes on better this time but has earned the right to race and place here
9. KATINKA DU MOUCHEL – Tricky character than ran 3rd to KEEN WINNER (8) in Prix Paul Leguerney before faulting in Criterium des 5 Ans mid-September. Just hind shoes off this time and is a potential spoiler
10. JUST A MIDI – More than made up for Prix Jockey performance when 5th of 15, a place behind JANGO VICI (15), in 3000m Criterium des 5 Ans here on 14 September, and looks a more serious proposition this time around
11. KABAKA DE GUEZ – Finished last but one in a 2950m Toulouse Class B on 27 September, on 2nd start for JMB. Eric Raffin reining on this occasion and it is only a question of time before she delivers
12. KIARA DE VANDEL – Pulled off quite the coup a fortnight ago, running 2nd of 8 in a 2100m Gr.1 here. Unlikely to repeat but can still make first 5, and will not be available at 94/1 on this occasion
13. JEEGHA PRIDE – Has not been seen out since faulting in a 3000m Vincennes monté Gr.1 late June. Just front pads fitted and will need the run
14. JOUMBA DE GUEZ – Complicated but talented mare that was sanctioned in a 2700m monté Gr.2 here a fortnight ago. Has references under harness too and, sporting a new configuration, will be no easy touch if she stays in stride
15. JANGO VICI – 5th of 15 in 3000m Gr.1 Criterium des 5 Ans mid-September. Takes a notable step down in category and should be able to give KATAKI DE WALLIS (7) a run for his money
Summary: Winner of the Gr.2 Prix Gaston Brunet over course and distance late-August, before disappointing in the Gr.1 Critérium des 4 Ans, the reconfigured KATAKI DE WALLIS (7) should be able to win this if Gabi Gelormini keeps him focused at the start. That being said, JANGO VICI (15) benefits from a superb entry and, given current form, will be no pushover. A place behind him in the Critérium des 5 Ans, at 126/1, JUST A MIDI (10) must be taken more seriously this time. KEEN WINNER (8) won the Gr.2 Prix Paul Leguerney before running 4th in the Critérium des 4 Ans and takes on her elders with modified shoeing and a good hand to play.
| SELECTIONS |
| KATAKI DE WALLIS (7) – JANGO VICI (15) – JUST A MIDI (10) – KEEN WINNER (8) |
| C5 – PRIX VICTOR REGIS – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Gr2 Race – Harness – EUR € 120,000 |
1. L’AS DE COEUR – Sanctioned in a 2450m Caen monté Gr.1 a fortnight ago. Has no place here and can be written off
2. LAGNU MAG – In the frame in last 3, most recently 3rd of 10 to LITTLE BROWN (5) in a Gr.3 over course and distance late last month. 4 pads fitted but will still struggle to repeat
3. LOGAN JIEL – Sanctioned in a 2825m Chartres Class B last week. Hind pads on this time but still has more to find
4. LUCKY JACKSON – Honest colt that ran 4th in Prix Jacques de Vauloge before coming 7th of 12 in Criterium. Cannot be considered a priority but, in similar form, can make first 5
5. LITTLE BROWN – Failed to fire in Criterium but reassuring winner of a Gr.3 over course and distance late last month and should not be underestimated
6. LARGO DE CASTELLE – Won a valuable sales Gr.3 over track and trip late-August before racing better in Criterium than his 9th place would suggest. 4th of 9 when prepping for this in a 2700m Graignes Class B 12 days ago. Attention
7. LOULOU DE MYE – Held off LOMBOK JIEL (9) to win a 2700m Gr.2 here late-August but was out of sorts when 10th of 12 in Criterium. Has had time to recalibrate, sports a revised formula, and looks the main threat to Matthieu Abrivard’s charge
8. LUCIANO MENUET – Could have finished closer than 4th of 12, behind LOMBOK JIEL (9), in Criterium des 3 Ans mid-September had he not encountered traffic problems, but can more than make amends if Yoann Lebourgeois keeps him out of trouble
9. LOMBOK JIEL – High-class colt that ran 2nd to the exceptional Lovino Bello in Gr.1 Criterium des 3 Ans over course and distance mid-September. Is plainly the standout here and will be expected to impose
Summary: An excellent campaigner that missed out by little in the Gr.1 Criterium des 3 Ans, and in the absence of that day’s winner, LOMBOK JIEL (9) sports hind pads this time and has an excellent chance of returning to victorious ways. Leading the opposition is the reconfigured LOULOU DE MYE (7) who beat him in the Gr.2 Prix Jacques de Vauloge late-August, and the talented but somewhat erratic LUCIANO MENUET (8) who was rather unlucky in the Criterium.
| SELECTIONS |
| LOMBOK JIEL (9) – LOULOU DE MYE (7) – LUCIANO MENUET (8) – LARGO DE CASTELLE (6) |
| C6 – PRIX ORIONIS – 2850m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 59,000 |
1. FLOCON MONTJEANAIS – 10th of 14 in a 2850m Maure-de-Bretagne Class E last Sunday. Shod to preference for main-track debut but still has no chance
2. HORACIO DE CERISY – Reassuring 2nd of 11 in a 2900m Amiens Class F 3 weeks ago. Starts in front and with Eric Raffin in the bike, is unlikely to disappoint
3. EL VALEROSO – Reassuring 3rd of 9 in a 2800m Chartres Class E last week but in this company will have no prospect of making his presence felt
4. GREAT KILLS – 8th of 11 in a 2650m Laon Class F on 13 October. Has been out of sorts but races barefoot for the occasion, with Yoann Lebourgeois reining, and is not to be overlooked
5. GALWAY DU VIVIER – Unexceptional trotter that finished 8th of 11 in a 2150m Enghien amateurs Class E last week. Barefoot for the occasion but can still be written off
6. GALANTE DE TILLARD – Made the frame at Les Sables-d’Olonne before finishing a lacklustre 9th of 13 in a 2875m Enghien Class D on 9 October, and others easier to back
7. GRAHIKA – Showed her form despite being sanctioned in a 2875m Enghien Class D on 9 October. Starts in front and with application can impose
8. GAMIN DU LERRE – Honest type that ran 4th of 14 in a 2700m Segré Class F on 29 September. Enjoys a good entry on front line but still looks out of his depth
9. HERMES LUDOIS – Got back in the game at Meslay-du-Maine earlier this month when 3rd of 15 in a 2875m Class E. Incurs the penalty again but still looks a solid first-5 chance
10. GARDE A VOUS – 9th of 16, behind GAMIN DE MAHEY (13), in a 2450m Caen Class D a fortnight ago. Races barefoot this time but has not done enough recently to be considered a player
11. GOLD D’ECROVILLE – Sanctioned, when unsupported, in a 2150m Enghien Class D late last month. Just front pads fitted and even with Gabi Gelormini in the bike this time is unlikely to cause an upset
12. HONEY KING – Tough, consistent trotter that came 4th of 13 in a 2150m Enghien Class D 3.5 weeks ago. Has references under these conditions and, even from back line, looks dangerous
13. GAMIN DE MAHEY – 3rd of 16 in a 2450m Caen Class D a fortnight ago. In the frame in 2 of 3 under these conditions and should be good enough to finish close again
14. EL PASO D’OCCAGNES – Races barefoot after coming 5th of 14 in a 2875m Enghien claimer 11 days ago, but can still be confidently disregarded
15. EQUEJUELO – Showed improvement when 6th of 12 in a 2875m Enghien Class D 2.5 weeks ago, but is unlikely to repeat
16. FILOU DE LARRE – 4th of 7 in a competitive Class C over course and distance on 22 September. In less-exalted company this time and can make a big splash. Attention
Summary: Talented but never far from faulting, GRAHIKA (7) finds herself nicely-placed on the front row, is shod as she was when winning at Mauquenchy and, if focused, can prevail. She will however face significant opposition from second-line starters HONEY KING (12) who is barefoot following a good Enghien performance, finishing ahead of GAMIN DE MAHEY (13) who subsequently went on to go closer at Caen. On the back row, but superbly-engaged, FILOU DE LARRE (16) drops in category and looks a serious proposition.
| SELECTIONS |
| GRAHIKA (7) – HONEY KING (12) – GAMIN DE MAHEY (13) – FILOU DE LARRE (16) |
| C7 – PRIX HERVE CERAN-MAILLARD – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Gr2 Race – Mounted – EUR € 120,000 |
1. JADE DU CEDRE – Sanctioned in Gr.2 Prix Edmond Henry race of reference, on first start since April. Will have progressed for the run and, sporting a new configuration, looks capable of making first 5
2. JEZABELLE BIE – Distant 3rd of 5 finishers, behind JEROBOAM D’ERABLE (8), in Gr.2 Prix Edmond Henry over track and trip a fortnight ago. Is not devoid of ability and, with some luck in running, can pick up a cheque
3. JOY FOR US – Sanctioned in a Class C over course and distance mid-month, on 2nd start back, but others still easier to trust
4. JAMAICA PHEDO – Won 3 of last 4, latterly a 2875m Enghien Class D in good order a fortnight ago. Takes a big step up in category but has won 4 of 6 with Eric Raffin and, sporting 4 pads for first time, must be respected
5. JAGUAR DU GOUTIER – Modest element that faulted, on comeback, in a 2700m Class B over course and distance 3 weeks ago and is out of his depth
6. JUNON DU LEARD – Back under the saddle after finishing last but one in a harness Class B over course and distance late-September. Sports her ‘monté’ configuration but in current form is hard to make a case
7. JUNE – Never far from faulting but has talent in spades, most recently coming 2nd of 5 finishers, behind JEROBOAM D’ERABLE (8), in Gr.2 Prix Edmond Henry over track and trip a fortnight ago. If focused, can confirm
8. JEROBOAM D’ERABLE – Made no bones about winning Gr.2 Prix Edmond Henry over track and trip a fortnight ago. Excels in this configuration and can pull off the 5-timer
9. JEAN BALTHAZAR – Last but one, on return to competition earlier this month, in a 2875m Meslay Gr.3. Boasts excellent monté references and will be expected to give JEROBOAM D’ERABLE (8) something to consider
Summary: Winner of his last 4 starts under the saddle, including the Gr.1 Prix de Normandie late-June, JEROBOAM D’ERABLE (8) most recently dominated the Gr.2 Prix Edmond Henry and will take all the beating. JUNE (7) finished a reassuring 2nd that day and, with application, can again figure prominently, but she may first have to defer to the classy, and reconfigured, JEAN BALTHAZAR (9) who ran 2nd in the Normandie last time under the saddle.
| SELECTIONS |
| JEROBOAM D’ERABLE (8) – JEAN BALTHAZAR (9) – JUNE (7) – JAMAICA PHEDO (4) |
| C8 – PRIX BELLONA – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 46,000 |
1. KOZIELLO DE LOU – 4th of 9 in a Class D under these conditions late last month. Has turned a corner since starting to race barefoot and will not be far off the mark if François Lagadeuc extricates him early
2. KASH LADY – Struck gold at first time of asking for new trainer, winning a Class D over course and distance on 29 September. Eric Raffin stays faithful and can repeat
3. KOALA BLUE – In the frame in 3 on the Riviera before being sanctioned in a 2800m Rambouillet Class B earlier this month. Competitively shod this time but a minor place chance at best
4. KIWI DE TREMONT – Failed to confirm good 2175m performance when sanctioned in a 2700m Class B here mid-September. Is well-placed behind the car and Jean-Philippe Monclin will be expected to set the record straight
5. KAKO GASCOGNE – Won 2 of last 3, most recently a 2175m monté Class C here 2.5 weeks ago with authority. Has never failed to fire over 2100m on the main track and will be expected to give another good account
6. KAMIKAZE DU CAMPUS – Won over 2700m here before coming 2nd to the excellent Keep Secret in a 2175m Class C here early last month. Gets on nicely with Benjamin Rochard and is well-positioned to give this a good go
7. KIVALA RENARDIER – Last of 13 to KEVISAN (8), on re-entry, in a 2800m Cordemais Class B on 6 October. Starts in front, is barefoot for the occasion, and is not to be underestimated
8. KEVISAN – Won over track and trip before coming 2nd of 13 in a 2800m Cordemais Class B on 6 October. Starts wide but is reunited with David Thomain who will afford him every chance
9. ERNESTO ROC – Sanctioned, on 2nd start back, in a Class D over course and distance on 29 September. Starts wide but races barefoot this time and should not be overlooked
10. KOUSINE CARISAIE – Has not been seen out since coming 7th of 11 in a 2950m Vichy Class D late-August. Shoes on and no threat
11. KING GEORGES – Tricky but useful sort that ran 7th of 9, when being conditioned, in a 2700m Class B here 10 days ago. Hind shoes off this time and, with application, can go far
12. ERMES EFFESSE – Disappointing since coming to France, latterly last but one behind KAKO GASCOGNE (5) in a 2175m Class C here on 20 September, and will have nothing to contribute
13. RAGAZZA DU CHENE – Sanctioned in late-September race of reference. Tends to show more at home and, even with hind shoes off, will have too much to do
14. EMIRO CLEMAR – Surprise 5th of 9, a place behind KOZIELLO DE LOU (1), in a Class D under these conditions late last month. Will not be available at 90/1 this time but is unlikely to be as competitive either
15. EMILY LP – Last but one, behind KASH LADY (2), in a Class D over course and distance on 29 September, and looks to need another run
16. ERICA JET – Sanctioned after tiring in a Class D over course and distance late last month. Not short of ability but looks to have her work cut out this time
Summary: As inclement as the wind but a filly of significant capacity, KASH LADY (2) won over course and distance late last month, on her first start for Pierre Belloche, and barefoot for the first time, is in with a realistic shout of confirming. KIWI DE TREMONT (4) drops marginally in category, has never disappointed under these conditions, reverts to racing with front pads, and is well-placed to apply the pressure. Shod to preference this time, KEVISAN (8) has never been beaten over 2100m here and has already won twice for David Thomain. KAMIKAZE DU CAMPUS (6) came into himself over the summer, thrives at Vincennes, and takes on 2100m here with legitimate ambition.
| SELECTIONS |
| KASH LADY (2) – KIWI DE TREMONT (4) – KEVISAN (8) – KAMIKAZE DU CAMPUS (6) |
| R3 STRASBOURG [R-H] |
| C1 – PRIX DE LA MEINAU – 2800m (a2m) – Class G Amateur Drivers Race – Harness – EUR € 6,000 |
1. HAZARD EDEN – Has struggled all year and was 7th last time out in Class H at Cluny over 2800m on 8 September. Needs major improvement to win
2. GEISHA DES DUNES – Both wins have been this year and was fourth last time out in Class G at Arras over 2925m on 22 September. Can earn soem minor money
3. IDAHO CARTERY – Doing well at the moment and was runner-up last time out in Class G at Arras over 2400m on 22 September. Could play a minor role
4. INDRA DE FORGES – On a long losing run but was third last time out in Class E at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2625m on 22 September. Might play a minor role
5. GRAND SOIR LE FOL – In good form and was victorious last time out in this division at Amiens over 2400m on 21 September. Can double up
6. INFINI DU TRY – On a long losing run but was 7th last time out in Class F at La Capelle over 2700m on 13 September. Has a winning chance
7. FARCEUSE DE MEAUCE – Unreliable and was 5th last time out in this class at Reims over 2500m on 12 October. More is needed to win
8. FOREVERMOKO – Unreliable of late and was disqualified last time out at Lyon-Parilly on 10 October. Others are preferred
9. GHOST DE BEAULIEU – Has struggled of late and was 9th last time out in Class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 5 October. Needs major improvement to win
10. GOLDWIN SANTIGNY – In good shape and was runner-up last time out in Class F at Amiens over 2400m on 5 October. Should contest the finish
11. HENZO DE CARSI – Not disgraced when 5th last time out in Class G at Vincennes over 2850m on 1 October. Has yet to win this year but is not out of it
12. GAMIN D’EM – Has already won three times this year, including last time out in Class H at Vitteaux over 2600m on 22 September. Can follow up
13. FAUCON JOYEUX – Holding form well and was third last time out at Avenches over 2300m on 14 September. Has a big winning chance in this line-up
14. HEGOA DU BOULAY – On a long losing run but was fourth last time out at Wolvega over 2100m on 26 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
Summary: FAUCON JOYEUX (13) is in good form and gets a narrow vote to score a very competitive-looking opening event. GAMIN D’EM (12) has won a couple of times this year including last time out but this does look a tougher task. HENZO DE CARSI (11) was not disgraced last time out at Vincennes but has yet to win this year. INFINI DU TRY (6) is also capable of winning but is also on a long losing run.
| SELECTIONS |
| FAUCON JOYEUX (13) – GAMIN D’EM (12) – HENZO DE CARSI (11) – INFINI DU TRY (6) |
| C2 – PRIX FLORESTAN – 2800m (a2m) – Class F Race – Mounted – EUR € 19,500 |
1. JIVAGO DU VIVIER – Holding his form and was fourth last time out in a harness race at Mons over 2300m on 1 October. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
2. JULIOSCA MANNETOT – Did not show her best when 8th last time out in a Class E Mounted race at Vincennes over 2175m on 7 September. Capable of much better and has a winning chance
3. JACIO SLAP – Holding form and was fourth last time out in a Class E Mounted race at Arras over 2900m on 22 September. Can contest the finish
4. IRIS DE GINAI – Has lost her way of late and was disqualified last time out at Waregem on 28 September. Capable of better but has to prove herself under the saddle
5. JOKER CLASS – Has lost his way this year with five disqualifications in a row, with the latest being at Bihorel-lès-Rouen on 6 October. Best watched for now
6. JUNGE GIRL – Disqualified in her last three starts, with the latest being at Bihorel-lès-Rouen on 6 October. Capable of earning some minor money when smart
7. I’M YOURS – Has really struggled of late and was tenth last time out in Class F at Montier-en-Der over 3025m on 8 September. Needs major improvement to win
8. IT’S ME DIESCHOOT – Only modest of late and was 8th last time out in a Class F harness race at Dieppe over 2550m on 16 September. Might play a minor role back in a Mounted race
9. JEROME PICOULERIE – Yet to win a race but was runner-up last time out in a Class F harness race at Reims over 2500m on 12 October. Has a place chance
10. JOBOURG MESLOIS – Did not show his best when well beaten last time out in a Class E harness race at Vincennes over 2700m on 8 October. Barefoot and back in a Mounted so could score this time around
11. ICHIRO OKINA – Finished 6th last time out in a Class F harness race at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2600m on 22 September. Capable of making the frame under the saddle
12. JUVISY GEMA – Not disgraced when 5th last time out in a Class C harness race at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2650m on 20 October. Has a winning chance trying a Mounted race
Summary: JUVISY GEMA (12) has respectable enough form in harness racing and could win at first try of a Mounted race. JOBOURG MESLOIS (10) is unshod and back under the saddle so should be a serious threat. JACIO SLAP (3) is consistent in this discipline and can be competitive once again. JULIOSCA MANNETOT (2) is capable of better than the last run would suggest and is not out of it.
| SELECTIONS |
| JUVISY GEMA (12) – JOBOURG MESLOIS (10) – JACIO SLAP (3) – JULIOSCA MANNETOT (2) |
| C3 – PRIX TITAN – 2800m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 19,500 |
1. LEGENDE DU BERRE – Third in a class F at Le Croise-Laroche over 2825m on 2 September. Finished off the latest well and can contest the finish again
2. LAURA SISSI – Disqualified in the last four, the latest in a class F at Chartres over 2800m on 13 October. Is capable of bouncing back and can have a say if wise
3. LE DUC D’ARCY – Finished 6th in a class F at Reims over 2550m on 31 August. It can be a surprise package, as he did not get the clearest of runs in the latest
4. LOVELY DES BROUETS – Fifth in a class E at Le Croise-Laroche over 2825m on 14 October. Only once placed and others are preferred in this line-up
5. LADY MIDNIGHT – Disqualified in the last two, the latest in a class E at Le Croise-Laroche over 2825m on 14 October. Has shown some class but must be wise to have a chance
6. LEYLI DE LA VALLEE – Fifth in a class E at Le Croise-Laroche over 2825m on 14 October. Needs improvement to feature here
7. LOOK DU PARCQ – Finished 7th in a class E at Amiens over 2900m on 7 September. Winner of the penultimate start and can play a role in the finish
8. LEE MAJORS – Fifth in a class E at this track over 2200m on 29 August. Fair latest effort at this track and could get closer
9. LYNX DU SAPTEL – Third in a class F at Reims over 2550m on 12 October. A good effort after an eight-month break and is a consistent sort. Deserves to be respected
10. LIGHTNING JIEL – Disqualified in a class C at Vincennes over 2700m on 15 May. Probably will need the run-back
11. LOOK D’ALB – Disqualified in the last two, the latest in a class D at Enghien over 2875m on 30 September. Must be wise to have a chance
12. L’AS DES AS – Disqualified in a class D at Enghien over 2150m on 14 August. He won on this track in the spring and if not needing it can be involved in the finish
13. LACERTOSUS – Finished 7th in a class D at Enghien over 2875m on 14 October. Has sufficient means to fight for a place on the podium
Summary: LYNX DU SAPTEL (9) is consistent and will strip fitter from the last run so should make bold bid at scoring. LAURA SISSI (2) only faulted late when booked for a place and could be danger if smarter this time. L’AS DES AS (12) is not easy to trsut but has won at this track and can bounce back to score after a recent disqualification. LACERTOSUS (13) is capable of making the frame.
| SELECTIONS |
| LYNX DU SAPTEL (9) – LAURA SISSI (2) – L’AS DES AS (12) – LACERTOSUS (13) |
| C4 – PRIX ALSANETT – 2800m (a2m) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 17,000 |
1. KILLER DU PIRE – Has yet to win a race but was barefoot and third last time out in Class F at Reims over 2550m on 12 October. Could play a minor role at best
2. KITTY DES SOURCES – A winner of her last two starts at Gelsenkirchen over 2000m, with the latest being on 13 October. More is needed to beat these rivals
3. KING LOVE BEAULIEU – Unreliable and was 6th last time out in Class F at Gournay-en-Bray over 2550m on 29 September. More is needed to win this race
4. KABAYA DE REVE – Broke through with a barefoot win last time out in Class F at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2600m on 22 September. Remains barefoot and could strike again
5. KLASSICA DE LOU – Has major disqualifications issues and was 7th last time out in Class F at Chartres over 2800m on 13 October. Others are much preferred
6. KINGSTON DYCO – Holding form and was third last time out in Class F at Reims over 2550m on 12 October. Has a place chance
7. KEOPS JUTH – Yet to win a race but was third last time out in Class F at Laon over 2225m on 13 October. Can contest the finish again
8. KEBELLO GRAUX – Disappointing recent form and was 8th last time out in Class F at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2600m on 22 September. Others are much preferred
9. KEEP DANCING HERO – Has yet to win a race but was fourth last time out in Class F at Arras over 2900m on 22 September. Might play a minor role
10. KONQUISTADOR – Has disqualification issues and was 6th last time out in Class F at Reims over 2550m on 12 October. Could pop up in a place
11. KITA DU RIB – Disappointing form of late and was 8th last time out in Class E at Enghien over 2875m on 19 October. Can do better and is not out of it
12. KRISTAL DE JIEL – Disappointing recent form and was 8th last time out in Class F at Durtal over 2825m on 13 October. capable of an uspet on best form
13. KOH POLO DE NAPPES – Very unreliable and was 11th last time out in Class E at Nantes over 3000m on 7 October. Won his penultimate start and is barefoot and ready to strike back
14. KHEOPS DU PERRON – Only modest of late and was 8th last time out in Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 14 October. Better over a shorter distance and others are preferred
15. KOMSI KOMSA – Unreliable but was fourth last time out in Class E at La Capelle over 2750m on 6 October. Has a place chance
16. KAMTCHATKA – Has major disqualification issues and was disqualified last time out at Vincennes on 8 October. Capable of winning when smart
17. KANNELLE DE BAIS – Unreliable and was 7th last time out in Class E at La Capelle over 2750m on 6 October. Did much better in the penultimate start and has a winning chance
18. KARAMBA KARACHO – Not reliable but was a winner last time out at Gelsenkirchen over 2000m on 13 October. Might play a minor role
Summary: KAMTCHATKA (16) is very hard to trust but is capable of winning when in th right mood. KANNELLE DE BAIS (17) is better judged on the good penultimate run and can contest the finish this time around. KOH POLO DE NAPPES (13) is barefoot and did win his penultimate start do deserves respect in this line-up. KITA DU RIB (11) has been disqppointing of late but could get into the mix of things.
| SELECTIONS |
| KAMTCHATKA (16) – KANNELLE DE BAIS (17) – KOH POLO DE NAPPES (13) – KITA DU RIB (11) |
| C5 – PRIX FRANCE 3 ALSACE – 2800m (a2m) – Class F Race – Mounted – EUR € 25,000 |
1. IRON MAN D’AVRIL – Disqualified in the last two, the latest in a class F at Dieppe over 2550m on 2 September. If wise this good right-hander can go close to winning
2. IDYLLE TURGOT – Fifth in a class F at Reims over 2550m on 12 October. Remains barefoot. Has shown enough to be involved in the finish
3. IX THE BEST – Finished 6th in a class F at Laon over 2650m on 13 October. Remains barefoot. Won three last year and will be fitter this time. Deserves to be respected
4. IRIS D’AVIGNERE – Finished 7th in a class F at Laon over 2650m on 13 October. Poor recent efforts and is best watched for now
5. INES DES FORETS – A runner-up in a class F at Reims over 2550m on 12 October. A good effort after a break and has sufficient means to fight for victory
6. HIT MONEY – Disqualified in a class E at Reims over 2550m on 12 October. A long losing streak and must improve
7. GERONIMO STARDUST – A runner-up in a class E at Le Croise-Laroche over 2825m on 2 October. Remains barefoot. A good effort in the latest and can contest the finish again
8. HOLLYWOOD GIRL – Fourth in a class F at Laon over 2850m on 13 October. A consistent mare that has place prospects
9. GAZ OIL – Unplaced in a class E Harness race at Angers over 3125m on 20 October. Remains barefoot. Poor form and is an unlikely winner
10. FENIX DU RABUTIN – Finished 10th in a class F at Laon over 2650m on 13 October. Reverts to barefoot. Unreliable and others are preferred in this line-up
Summary: IRON MAN D’AVRIL (1) has struggled with disqualifications of alte but can bounce abck to beat these rivals if at best. IX THE BEST (3) will be fitter this time and can contest the finish, INES DES FORETS (5) only found one better on the day when returning from a break and should be competitive again. HOLLYWOOD GIRL (8) is consistent and can make the frame.
| SELECTIONS |
| IRON MAN D’AVRIL (1) – IX THE BEST (3) – INES DES FORETS (5) – HOLLYWOOD GIRL (8) |
| C6 – PRIX DE GROSBOIS – 2800m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 22,000 |
1. JAZZ DU HOULET – Disappointing of late and was 11th last time out in Class E at Reims over 2500m on 12 October. Capable of better but others are preferred
2. JUTLAND – Only modest of late and was 5th last time out in Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 9 September. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
3. JESSY D’ARCY – Yet to win a race and was 5th last time out in Class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 5 October. Barefoot and could sneak some minor money
4. JIVE BOY – Has disqualification issues and was disqualified last time out at Chartres on 17 October. Won the penultimate start and is not out of it
5. JERRY COOPER – Very unreliable and was 8th last time out in Class F at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2600m on 22 September. Others are preferred
6. JAGUAR DE THABE – On a very long losing run but was runner-up last time out in Class F at Angers over 2350m on 20 October. Has a minor place chance
7. JAG PRIOR – Unreliable and was 5th last time out at Mons over 2300m on 21 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
8. JACKPOT D’ISQUES – On a long losing run and was 9th last time out at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 30 September. Others are preferred
9. JICKY GIRL – Unreliable and was 8th last time out in Class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 5 October. Capable of better but others are preferred
10. JADORE D’ISQUES – In good good form and was runner-up last time out in Class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 8 October. Not unshod this time but can contest the finish
11. JACKPOT JOMUNA – In good shape and was fourth last time out in Class E at Angoulême over 2750m on 6 October. Can be competitive again
12. JERONIMO DU CAUX – Did not show his best when 6th last time out in Class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 17 September. Barefoot this time and can make the frame
13. JAWAX DE KERYANN – Holding his form and was third last time out in Class D at Saint-Galmier over 2600m on 16 October. Should fight out the finish once again
14. JOKER GEMA – In good form of late and was fourth last time out in Class D at Cabourg over 2050m on 16 August. Has a winning chance
15. JIVRY – Unreliable but was runner-up last time out in a Class E Mounted race at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 30 September. Capable of earning some more money
16. JAFLO GEMA – Unreliable but was a nice winner last time out in Class E at Challans over 2900m on 13 October. Can follow up if in the same mood
Summary: JAFLO GEMA (16) won nicely last time out and Marc Sassier makes a long journey for this race so she may well follow up. JAWAX DE KERYANN (13) remains in good form and would not be a surprise winner. JADORE D’ISQUES (10) has been good of late but will not be barefoot this time. JIVE BOY (4) is unreliable but did win his penultimate start and deserves respect for that win.
| SELECTIONS |
| JAFLO GEMA (16) – JAWAX DE KERYANN (13) – JADORE D’ISQUES (10) – JIVE BOY (4) |
| C7 – PRIX DE VITTEL – 2800m (a2m) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 19,500 |
1. IDEAL FLEURI – On a long losing run and was 8th last time out in Class D at Vincennes over 2850m on 15 Octobber. Could surprise at this level
2. INFALLA – Has struggled of late and was 8th last time out in a claimer at Reims over 2550m on 31 August. Others are preferred
3. ILLICO DUPUITVERT – On a very long losing run and was 5th last time out in Class F at Dieppe over 2550m on 16 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
4. IDOLE DU MONCEL – Has some fair form of late and was fourth last time out in Class G at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2825m on 2 October. Could earn some minor money
5. IPAD LILA – Did not show his best when 6th last time out in Class F at Bihorel-lès-Rouen over 2500m on 20 October. Has a place chance in this line-up
6. IGNACE DE BAUBRIE – Disqualified last time out at Vincennes on 8 October. In good form before that and has a winning chance
7. IANOCHE – Bounced back to form with a barefoot win in Class F at Lisieux over 2725m on 22 September. Remains barefoot and could follow up if in the same mood
8. IDOLE JIBAY – Unreliable but was 5th last time out in Class F at Dieppe over 2550m on 18 September. Capable of winning when in the mood
9. ISCO DE WATOU – Has not won for some time now but was fourth last time out in Class E at La Capelle over 2750m on 23 September. Might earn some minor money at best
10. INFANT DU LOIR – Mostly modest form of late and was 7th last time out in Class E at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2625m on 22 September. Might play a minor role
11. ISMAIL DU PRE – Holding form and was barefoot and third last time out at Wolvega over 2600m on 12 October. Remains barefoot and could play a minor role
12. ICARINO DU CHOQUEL – Unreliable and was 5th last time out in a Class H Mounted race at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2600m on 22 September. Others are preferred
13. IXEL BILOU – Disappointing recent form and was disqualified last time out at La Capelle on 13 September. Capable of better but others are preferred
14. IRMA BABEL – Has struggled all year and was 9th last time out in Class F at Blain-Bouvron-Le Gâvre over 3200m on 22 September. Needs to find a few lengths to win
15. IZIASLAV TEK – Has lost his way of late with two disqualifications in a row, with the latest being at Grenade-sur-Garonne on 19 October. Others are preferred
16. ISPAHAN TEAM – In fair form and was not disgraced when 5th last time out in Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 30 September. Can contest the finish
17. IBILI DE SALTA – Disqualified in his last two starts, with the latest being at Cabourg on 5 October. Capable of winning a race like this if smart
18. ICARE DE MONTFORT – Did not show his best when unplaced last time out in Class F at La Capelle over 2750m on 9 July. Won at Vichy before that and is not out of it
Summary: A very difficult race. IBILI DE SALTA (17) gets a narrow vote to score but he has been disqualified twice in a row of late. ISPAHAN TEAM (16) is in fair form and can get involved with the finish. ICARE DE MONTFORT (18) is best judged on the good win at Vichy and has a winning chance. IANOCHE (7) was an unshod winner last time out and remains barefoot and capable of doubling up.
| SELECTIONS |
| IBILI DE SALTA (17) – ISPAHAN TEAM (16) – ICARE DE MONTFORT (18) – IANOCHE (7) |
| C8 – PRIX JAMIN – 2800m (a2m) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 32,000 |
1. HOT SHOT – Unreliable and was 5th last time out in Class F at La Capelle over 2750m on 23 September. Capable of an upset when in the mood
2. GRANIT DU MONT – Battling to find best form and was 11th last time out in Class F at Reims over 2550m on 12 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
3. GOELAND GEMA – Disappointing last run when 8th in Class D at Caen over 2450m on 12 October. Capable of playing a minor role
4. HARCANGELO D’AMOUR – Only modest of late and was 7th last time out in Class D at Caen over 2450m on 12 October. Has won twice this year and is capable of an upset
5. HESTIA GEDE – Did not show her best when 11th last time out in Class D at Caen over 2450m on 12 October. Capable of better and has a winning chance
6. GIPSY THORIS – Always gives of his best and was 5th last time out in Class D at Caen over 2450m on 12 October. Has a place chance
7. GRAAL DU CHENE – Has struggled of late and was 11th last time out in Class F at Montier-en-Der over 3025m on 8 September. Capable of better and has a place chance when wise
8. HAUDATIS – Unreliable and was well beaten last time out in Class E at Enghien over 2150m on 28 September. Capable of better and is not out of it
9. GOSSIP BOY – Unreliable but was fourth last time out in Class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 4 October. Might play a minor role
10. GOLD DE CHIMAY – On a very long losing run and was 7th last time out in Class D at La Capelle over 2750m on 23 September. Capable of better and deserves rspect in this line-up
11. HAWAI PONT VAUTIER – Did not show his best when 9th last time out in Class C at Vincennes over 2700m on 19 September. In good form before that and can contest the finish
12. GENERAL DU NORD – On a long losing run and was 5th last time out in Class D at Segre over 2700m on 6 October. Might earn some minor money
13. HABIT DE SOIREE – Unreliable but was runner-up last time out in Class C at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 2 October. Can contest the finish again
14. GAULTHERIA – Has been disappointing of late and was 7th last time out in Class D at Enghien over 2875m on 9 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
15. FOREVER JIEL – Has struggled of late and was 12th last time out in Class C at Vincennes over 2700m on 7 September. Capable of an upset in this division
16. FILOU DE CHARDET – On a very long losing run and was 9th last time out in Class C at Graignes over 2725m on 13 October. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
17. FILARETE DU VERGER – Has some fair form of late and was fourth last time out in Class D at La Capelle over 2750m on 23 September. Not out of it
Summary: Another very hard race and there are many with a chance of winning the lucky last race. HESTIA GEDE (5) struggled last time out but can bounce back to score. HABIT DE SOIREE (13) only found one better on the day last time out and can go one better this time but is unreliable. FILARETE DU VERGER (17) is susualy competitive and clearly not out of it. GOLD DE CHIMAY (10) could also break a long losing run.
| SELECTIONS |
| HESTIA GEDE (5) – HABIT DE SOIREE (13) – FILARETE DU VERGER (17) – GOLD DE CHIMAY (10) |
| R4 CLAIREFONTAINE [R-H] |
| C1 – PRIX LOISIRS NORMANDIE (PRIX DE LA CROIX FERRET) – 2200m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 22,000 |
1. KOWALSKI – Regained form/momentum with a reassuring last-start 2nd over 2200m at Hars du Pin on 13 October. Confirmation awaited
2. GARD FOREST – Unplaced in both starts, the latest (well-beaten 10th) over 1950m at Le Mans on 16 October. Overlook
3. SOBEST – Soundly beaten (13th) in a 1950m ParisLongchamp handicap on 20 October. Others more persuasive
4. JANNAH PEARL – Placed in all 3 appearances, twice 2nd. Runner-up over 2800m at Compiegne on 11 October and looks ready to open her account
5. WALKABOVE – Twice 3rd in 3 starts, including over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 20 September in a well-composed field. Candidate for success
6. PRINCESS LILY – Hunter’s Light debutante trained and owned by Markus Nigge who has engaged Hugo Journiac to ride this filly
7. GANAVA – Alexis Pouchin rides this Gavin Hernon-trained debutante who, as a daughter of Galiway, shouldn’t be inconvenienced by deep/heavy ground. Keep safe
Summary: JANNAH PEARL (4), runner-up in 2 of 3 appearances, has already shown her aptitude/efficiency on heavy ground and she is ideally placed to open her account. WALKABOVE (5), whose last-start 3rd at Saint-Cloud was encouraging, is the biggest threat to the selection, though supplemented newcomer GANAVA (7) shouldn’t be underestimated, given her pedigree to excel on deep/heavy ground. KOWALSKI (1) completes the shortlist.
| SELECTIONS |
| JANNAH PEARL (4) – WALKABOVE (5) – GANAVA (7) – KOWALSKI (1) |
| C2 – PRIX LE PUR SANG DEAUVILLE (PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME FLEURI) – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 22,000 |
1. ACQUASPARTA – Soundly beaten (11th) on debut over 1800m on this course when last seen on 28 June. Watch for now
2. SALVA MEA – Consistent and experienced filly with sound form references at a higher level in better company/fields. Acquitted herself well in defeat when 6th in a 1500m PSF Quinte+ handicap at Deauville on 13 August
3. MISS OXFORD – Unplaced in 3 starts across the Channel but made an encouraging reappearance/debut on French soil when 3rd over 1600m at Chantilly on 26 September. Keep safe
4. SIYOUNI FLASH – Regally bred late-starter who caught the eye when a promising debut 2nd over 1600m at Chantilly on 26 September. Should have more to offer
5. OASINA – Experienced 9-start maiden with sound references/form credentials, albeit without a victory. Finished 3rd over 1650m at Amiens on 29 September – not taken lightly
6. THEOTOKOS – Donjuan Triumphant filly owned and trained by Walter Delalande who has engaged Hugo Journiac to ride this newcomer
7. LOVE HER – This Fabrice Chappet-trained Meshaheer newcomer is one to note on debut with Tony Piccone booked to ride
Summary: SIYOUNI FLASH (4) caught the eye when finishing 2nd on her belated debut at Chantilly over 1600m and needn’t improve a great deal to go one better with that experience to count on. SALVA MEA (2) has flattered to deceive but boasts the form and experience to pose a threat. MISS OXFORD (3) made an encouraging start on French soil and, with any improvement, should play a leading role in a field of this ilk. Consistent OASINA (5) is another with legitimate podium aspirations.
| SELECTIONS |
| SIYOUNI FLASH (4) – SALVA MEA (2) – MISS OXFORD (3) – OASINA (5) |
| C3 – PRIX IN EXTENSO (PRIX CHARLIE ELLIOTT) – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 23,000 |
1. ROSE ACADEMY – Soundly beaten in consecutive handicaps – the latest (15th) over 1400m at Compiegne last month, on 17 September
2. SHOWPOWER – Supplemented for this race after finishing 2nd in first-time blinkers over 1600m in a Toulouse claimer on 25 September. Keep safe b
3. MOUNT VERNON – Has regained form and momentum in 2 comeback outings after a lengthy layoff. Won a 1300m claimer at Saint-Cloud on 9 September
4. LA BELLE POETE – Won a 1200m Class 1 conditions race on heavy ground early this year and added to her tally in a 1200m claimer at Mont-de-Marsan on 14 September. Not hastily condemned for her Chantilly 7th on 1 October
5. KALEOCREEK – Soundly beaten in back-to-back recent handicaps, finished 13th on both occasions – the latest over 1200m at Fontainebleau on 8 October
6. ATLANTIC WAYS – Consistent filly with sound references in handicaps, albeit without a victory (9 starts). Finished 2nd in back-to-back Deauville races before a last-start 8th in a 1400m Compiegne handicap on 17 September
7. GAZARIA – Unplaced in both starts, the latest (6th) in a 1600m maiden at Lyon-Parilly on 11 September. Overlook
8. RUMPLETEAZER – Experienced 21-start maiden with sound references/form credentials, albeit without a victory. Finished 2nd on heavy ground in a 1400m claimer at Saint-Cloud on 14 October
Summary: MOUNT VERNON (3) returned to winning in a similar contest at Saint-Cloud last month and is good value to follow up here at the expense of ATLANTIC WAYS (6) who has proven herself in handicaps and ought to fare better at this lower level. SHOWPOWER (2), after a reassuring 2nd at Toulouse in first-time headgear (retained here) and LA BELLE POETE (4) appeal most of the remainder.
| SELECTIONS |
| MOUNT VERNON (3) – ATLANTIC WAYS (6) – SHOWPOWER (2) – LA BELLE POETE (4) |
| C4 – PRIX MAB EXPERIENCE (PRIX DES BALSAMINES) – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 3 Claiming Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,000 |
1. CREW DRAGON – A model of consistency in good form and physical condition – never finished worse than 4th with Pierre Remoué aboard (won twice). Runner-up over 1300m at Craon on 23 September
2. NOLITO – Won a 1600m Fontainebleau claimer last month and confirmed that form/improvement by finishing 2nd in a 1400m conditions race at Saint-Cloud on 10 October. Candidate for success
3. LOVELY ANGEL – Experienced hard-knocker with sound references/form credentials in handicaps. Didn’t go unnoticed when finishing 5th in a 1400n conditions race at Saint-Cloud on 10 October
4. KILFRUSH MEMORIES – Has been waited with for deep/heavy ground on which he thrives – won consecutive starts on heavy ground in March. Not hastily condemned for finishing 10th on PSF over 150m at Deauville on 8 August
5. SAGA TIMGAD – Unreliable veteran who continues to blow hot and cold – won 2 handicaps this year but rarely runs two consecutive races the same. Finished 9th in a 1400m PSF conditions race at Chantilly on 21 September
6. SLEEPY SUZY – Won a 1600m ParisLongchamp claimer last month before finishing a well-beaten 11th in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m on 29 September. Will appreciate the return to this category
7. ADEVA – Showed early promise (in 2022) but lost her way/form last year and was underwhelming on her return (9th) in a 1900m conditions race on heavy ground at Argentan on 9 October
8. SHAMSOUN – Long-time maiden (61 starts) unlikely to make any impression on the evidence of his last-start 10th in a 1500m conditions race at Vannes on 21 September
Summary: CREW DRAGON (1) has enjoyed a fruitful campaign and should continue that momentum, having already proven himself on deep/heavy and over this distance. NOLITO (2), returned to the handicaps with legitimate ambitions, is best equipped to challenge the selection for race honours. KILFRUSH MEMORIES (4), with Maxime Guyon aboard, isnt taken lightly on his reappearance. LOVELY ANGEL (3) appeals most of the remainder.
| SELECTIONS |
| CREW DRAGON (1) – NOLITO (2) – KILFRUSH MEMORIES (4) – LOVELY ANGEL (3) |
| C5 – PRIX VILLE BONNEBOSQ (PRIX DE LA MARE A TOUQUES) – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 22,000 |
1. A LIGHT MIST – Unplaced (7th) on debut over 1600m at Argentan on 30 September. Open to improvement but best just to watch for now
2. SOME SKYE – Consistent filly with references at a higher level (Listed and Group races), albeit without success. Drops back into calmer waters after finishing 9th in a 2100m Listed race at ParisLongchamp on 1 September
3. MY DESERT QUEEN – Yet to find the frame in 7 (unplaced) appearances and unlikely to trouble the judge here after finishing 14th in a 1600m turf handicap at Deauville on 6 August
4. KAMAKURA ONE – Showed early promise last year, finishing 2nd three times and 3rd twice in her first 5 starts. Hasnt been since finishing 9th over 2000m at Toulouse on 19 June
5. WINDBURN – Honest filly with the form and experience to play a leading role, especially on evidence of her last-start 4th over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 20 September
6. LORIA – Acquitted herself well in defeat on debut, finishing 3rd over 1600m at Chantilly in an interesting field on 3 October. Would’ve gained from that experience
7. IMPERA – Vaclav Luka-trained Holy Roman Emperor filly on debut with Antoine Subias booked to ride. Keep safe
8. SAVE THE SEA – Gavin Hernon-trained Cloth Of Stars debutante out of a Whipper mare – pedigree suggests she’ll have no issues with deep/heavy ground. Alexis Pouchin is a notable jockey engagement
Summary: SOME SKYE (2) sets the standard and has already proven herself on deep/heavy ground. She ought to take advantage of this drop in class by belatedly opening her account in these calmer waters. WINDBURN (5) has the form and experience to pose a threat, while LORIA (6) would’ve gained plenty from her pleasing introduction and she should improve to make her presence felt too. Newcomer SAVE THE SEA (8) isn’t taken lightly.
| SELECTIONS |
| SOME SKYE (2) – WINDBURN (5) – LORIA (6) – SAVE THE SEA (8) |
| C6 – PRIX SCULPTURE DE CITROUILLES & CONCOURS DE DEGUISEMENT (PX DU BOTTEY) – 2900m (a2m) – TURF – Class 4 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 18,000 |
1. MONSIEUR GEORGE – Capable veteran handicapper but out of sorts. Well-beaten 10th in a 2800m handicap at Saint-Cloud on 4 October
2. CANIAR DE LUXE – Confirmed the form/improvement of his previous start (3rd) in a handicap by finishing 4th in a claimer at Aix-les-Bains over 2500m on 9 July. Respected on his reappearance
3. GARDE COTE – Absent since finishing an improved/reassuring 4th in a 2400m Saint-Cloud handicap on 5 October. Not taken lightly
4. CLICCLIC PANPANPAN – Courageously opened her account with a last-start win in a 2800m Saint-Cloud handicap on 4 October. A 2,5kg penalty is unlikely to prevent another bold bid
5. AMANTA COVE – Sparingly raced mare with scope for improvement after a pleasing handicap debut (2nd) at Les Sables over 3400m on 12 October. Candidate for success
6. WHISPERING OCEAN – Unreliable veteran but an experienced handicapper with sound references. Hasn’t been seen since his disappointing 10th in a 2250m conditions race at Niort on 26 May but shouldn’t be underestimated
7. TIGRE ROUGE – Lightly raced, in-form handicapper who added to his tally with a last-start success in a 2400m Toulouse handicap on 2 October. Remains competitive under a 2,5kg penalty
8. MORNING FIVE – Honest hard-knocker with sound references (seldom far off the mark). Dropped 1,5kg after a last-start 8th in a 2400m Craon handicap on 6 October – attractive outsider
9. MER NOIR – Consistent filly whose competitiveness at this level and efficiency on heavy ground is beyond doubt. Acquitted herself well in defeat (5th) in a 2400m Toulouse handicap on 2 October
10. ARMORIGENE – Capable veteran handicapper with references in this category off higher marks, though out of sorts at present. Well-beaten 10th in a 1950m handicap at Le Mans on 16 October
11. FRENCH DIVA – Regaining momentum with each drop in the weights/ratings and didn’t go unnoticed when 5th off this mark in a 2800m handicap at Saint-Cloud on 4 October. Not taken lightly
12. SUDDEN DEATH – Caught the eye on his return from a 10-month layoff with an encouraging 3rd in a 3400m handicap at Les Sables on 12 October. Need only repeat that performance to fight for victory
13. POWERKISS D’OROUX – Yet to establish himself in the handicaps on either surface and the blinkers worn in his last 3 (unplaced) starts are dispensed with. Finished 6th in a 3700m hurdles race when last seen on 5 May
14. ELEGANTIA – Posted a career-best 3rd off this mark in a minor Class 4 conditions race over 3100m at Saint-Brieuc on 6 October. More needed back in a handicap
15. DANCE THE BLUES – Soundly beaten in both recent comeback appearances following an 8-month absence. Unplaced (9th) in a 3100m Saint-Cloud handicap on 9 September
16. PRINCESSE SCARLET – Experienced veteran mare with references over this distance and in handicaps off her current mark. Unplaced (7th) over 2850m at Sablé-sur-Sarthe in conditions race on 15 September
17. LOUNA CHOPE – Sparked improvement dropped to this mark by finishing 4th in a minor 2350m conditions race at Haras du Pin on13 October. More needed
Summary: SUDDEN DEATH (12) finished an eye-catching 3rd on his return from a lengthy layoff at Le Mans a fortnight ago and won’t need to improve a great deal, with superior fitness on his side, to get the better of AMANTA COVE (5) whose candidacy for success isn’t in question, especially with Florent Guy engaged. Last-start winner CLICCLIC PANPANPAN (4) and consistent MER BLACK (9) are also competitive for the podium positions.
| SELECTIONS |
| SUDDEN DEATH (12) – AMANTA COVE (5) – CLICCLIC PANPANPAN (4) – MER NOIR (9) |
| C7 – PRIX HAYAUD (PRIX DE FLEURIGNY) – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 21,000 |
1. MEARAS STYLE – Honest veteran mare with sound references at this level (seldom far off the mark on a going day). Only 8th in a Le Croisé-Laroche handicap over 1800m on 7 October so needs to reaffirm – watch for now
2. ACHKI – Veteran handicapper whose continued zest for racing and competitiveness at this level is beyond doubt. Jerome Moutard has 6 Top 3 finishes in 9 associations, including 1 win. Showed his form and well-being by finishing 3rd in a 1400m Compiegne handicap (heavy ground) on 11 October
3. HYGROVE BEC – Last-start winner of a 1600m handicap at Le Mans on 16 October – penalised 2,5kg for that victory. She remains competitive off her revised mark, especially with Mickaël Barzalona engaged
4. GOJI BERRY – Proven ‘mudlark’ with sound references in handicap under these/similar conditions, including a good last-start 4th on very heavy ground in a 1600m Chantilly handicap on 4 April. Respected on his return
5. OCTOBER CHOPE – A model of consistency in handicaps recently, albeit off a slightly lower mark. Runner-up at Compiegne over in a 1400m handicap on heavy ground earlier this month (11 October)
6. LE GITAN – Runner-up in consecutive recent outings, the latest in a 1950m Les Sables handicap on 12 October. Dark horse
7. JOLITA DE VIETTE – An 11-start maiden who didn’t go unnoticed when 3rd in a 2950m Cholet handicap on 7 October. Could have a say here if confirming/building on that improvement
8. LA PALOMBIERE – Didn’t go unnoticed when 5th in a 1950m Les Sables handicap on 2 July. Can be forgiven her excusable return at Machecoul on 20 October
9. PRINCESS LAURA – Confirmed the form/improvement of her previous start (4th) at La Roche-Posay by finishing a good 2nd in a 1600m handicap at Le Mans on 16 October. Respected with blinkers worn in those races retained
10. BOKRA FIL MISHMISH – Sparked improvement dropped to this mark when runner-up in a minor 2150m Class 4 conditions race at Landivisiau on 13 October. More needed
11. GOFAST – Battling 21-start maiden soundly beaten in 4 consecutive recent outings, the latest (14th) in an 1800m PSF handicap at Chantilly on 26 Spetember
12. BELLA CIAO – Has dropped to a competitive mark and confirmed as much by finishing 3rd in an 1800m conditions race on heavy ground at Argentan on 9 October. Dangerous under a 55kg with Maxime Guyon aboard
Summary: ACHKI (2) acquitted himself well in defeat last time but will be an entirely different proposition on ground he appreciates. As such, he is taken to avenge that recent defeat to last-start conqueror OCTOBER CHOPE (5), with BELLA CIAO (12) likely to play a leading role too off an attractive (lower) handicap mark. HYGROVE BEC (3), a winner at Le Mans recently, also has legitimate aspirations with the shortlist completed by PRINCESS LAURA (9).
| SELECTIONS |
| ACHKI (2) – OCTOBER CHOPE (5) – BELLA CIAO (12) – HYGROVE BEC (3) |
| C8 – PRIX GENYBET SUPER TOP 5 (PRIX DU LIEU BILL) – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 30,000 |
1. TOLLEVAST – A specialist on deep/heavy ground and confirmed as much with a resounding wide-margin last-start victory in a 2000m claimer at Saint-Cloud on 14 October. May well follow up off an unchanged mark
2. BOZZO – Remarkably consistent handicapper who wasn’t winning out of turn when scoring on heavy ground in a 1600m handicap at Saint-Cloud on 14 October. Candidate for success despite 2,5kg penalty
3. PREWITT – Consistent performer with sound references/form credentials, including a last-start victory over 1800m at Dieppe on 27 August. Respected on his reappearance under a mere 0,5kg penalty
4. LAURENT – Won a Quinté+ handicap over this distance last year and shouldn’t be hastily condemned for finishing 12th last time in a 1600m Quinte+ handicap on heavy ground at Saint-Cloud on 14 October. Respected
5. AIGUIERE D’ARGENT – Soundly beaten in back-to-back Quinte handicaps recently, the latest (11th) over 1600m at Chantilly on 3 September. Drop in class and booking of Alexis Pouchin should yield a more competitive showing
6. SONEMOS – Placed in all 3 comeback outings on French soil, the latest (3rd) in a well-composed Class 3 conditions race at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1800m on 7 October. Keep safe
7. BALAKOVNA – Progressive last-start winner on heavy ground of a 2000m Saint-Cloud handicap on 27 September. Will remain competitive under a 3,5kg penalty
8. AQUILON – Last-start winner on soft ground of a 2000m Vichy handicap on 23 September. Not taken lightly despite a 2kg penalty
9. INCLINATION – Inconsistent handicapper although not entirely incapable of getting into the picture, especially on the evidence of her reassuring last-start 3rd in a Compiegne handicap over 1800m on 17 September
10. KIMINA – Runner-up on heavy ground in a 2100m Saint-Cloud Quinte+ on 21 March but has lost her way since. Unplaced in consecutive conditions races, latest (8th) over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 25 May – not now
11. STAR PLATINUM – Consistent maiden with sound form references, though hasn’t been seen since finishing 7th at La Teste over 1800m on 1 September 2023. Best watched for now
12. ARCUBIATU – Unreliable but undeniably capable of making his presence felt in a race like this on a going day, having finished a reassuring 4th last time in a 2100m Marseille-Borely handicap on 28 September. Dark horse
Summary: TOLLEVAST (1) runs for new connections and could showcase his aptitude/efficiency for heavy ground by following up his Saint-Cloud success with another victory here. He will, however, have to thwart the likely challenge of fast-finisher BOZZO (2), who also returned to winning ways last time out, and consistent PREWITT (3). After a much-needed comeback outing in a Quinté+ handicap, LAURENT (4) should fare better in these calmer waters.
| SELECTIONS |
| TOLLEVAST (1) – BOZZO (2) – PREWITT (3) – LAURENT (4) |
| C9 – PRIX CLOTURE DU MEETING “CLAIREFONTAINE 2024” (PRIX DU LIEU GAMARD) – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 23,000 |
1. RISING BLAST – Regained form and momentum in 2 starts off his current mark, finishing 4th over 2000m and 2nd over 1600m in Saint-Cloud handicaps on heavy ground – the mile latest on 14 October. Will go close again
2. EASTERN STAR – Dropped to a competitive mark (after a long losing run) and confirmed as much with a reassuring 2nd on heavy ground in a 2000m Saint-Cloud handicap on 27 September. Candidate for success
3. HEY MAN – Winner of back-to-back 1950m handicaps, the latest at Les Sables on 12 October. Carries another 3kg penalty for that recent success but ought to remain competitive
4. RAINIER – Unplaced and soundly beaten in all 3 appearances, the latest (9th) with headgear fitted in a 1600m PSF Class 2 conditions race at Chantilly on 12 October. Makes handicap debut
5. TREVOR SENORA – Consistent handicapper whose return to winning ways isn’t too far away. Finished an encouraging 5th in a 2000m Saint-Cloud handicap on 27 September – not taken lightly
6. MINOTAUROS – Hard-knocking handicapper with sufficient means to play a role ina race of this nature. Dropped 0,5kg after finishing 7th in a 1600m Le Mans handicap on 16 October – rider’s weight allowance will help
7. SHANNA ROSE – Convincing last-start winner of a Le Crosie handicap over 1800m on 19 September. Mickaël Barzalona retains the ride despite the 2,5kg penalty
8. MAKENO – Won a 1500m handicap on heavy ground at Cagnes in February but has struggled since. Finished 11th in an 1800m Le Croise-Laroche handicap on 18 October
9. ASLAN SENORA – Won a 2100m ParisLongchamp handicap in May and commendably maintained his form/consistency since. Didn’t go unnoticed when 5th in a 2100m PSF handicap at Chantilly on 12 October
10. INTEMPORELLE – Unplaced and soundly beaten in each of her last 3 starts, which include finishing 16th in back-to-back handicaps. Absent since the latest of those over 1900m on PSF at Deauville on 6 July – others preferred
11. TRIPTAJIKA – Won a 2000m Strasbourg handicap last month and wasn’t disgraced under a penalty (current mark) when 5th on a 2100m handicap at that venue on 6 October. Watch for now
Summary: RISING BLAST (1) ran on from last to finish 2nd at Saint-Cloud last time and need only be positioned nearer the pace to go one better off an unchanged mark. EASTERN STAR (2), another to have regained form/momentum dropped to his current mark, heads the list of potential dangers which includes SHANNA ROSE (7), an easy last-start winner at Le Croisé-Laroche. TREVOR SENORA (5) isn’t underestimated and will be competitive for the places.
| SELECTIONS |
| RISING BLAST (1) – EASTERN STAR (2) – SHANNA ROSE (7) – TREVOR SENORA (5) |
| R5 LYON LA SOIE [R-H] |
| C1 – PRIX DROIT DIVIN – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000 |
1. ATTENTIVE – Has five unplaced runs since a win on the PSF at Pornichet on March 2nd over 2100m in a handicap. Can get back on track
2. MIA GRANDE – Unplaced last time, won before that over 1900m at Chantilly on September 3rd in a handicap on the PSF. One to consider despite a wide draw
3. LERFAL – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 1800m at Dieppe in a maiden on August 27th. Can make the frame at nice odds
4. MANOIR – Fair 2nd last time over 1800m at this track in a handicap on October 4th. Not ideally drawn but can not be written off
5. MIXED APPROVAL – 5th last time, won before that over 1600m at Cavaillon in a Class 3 race on September 22nd. Capable but not ideally drawn
6. ALNOORY STAR – Unplaced last time, won before that at Saint-Malo on August 22nd in a Class 3 race. Outside place chance
7. SASKATOON – Three unplaced runs of late, won before that over 1600m in a handicap at Vichy on July 19th. Consider each-way
8. IMEDARA – Fair 2nd last time over 1700m in a Class 3 race at La Roche-Posay on September 8th. Others rate higher
9. SKADOOSH – Three unplaced runs of late, won before that over 2000m at Vichy on July 24th in a Class 3 race. Previous course and distance winner but has stall 16
10. MALTOCK D’ORGERES – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that in a claimer at Saint-Cloud on September 20th over 1600m. Has won on the PSF before, not ideally drawn
11. SWEET DREAMS – Two good 2nd placed runs of late, the latter over 2000m in a handicap on the PSF on October 9th. Well drawn and can feature
12. PRINCESSE COLUMBIA – Has four unplaced runs of late, the latter over 1800m in a handicap at this track on October 4th. Capable of making the top four
13. TRANSFORMATION – Has four unplaced runs this year, the latter over 1600m in a claimer at Royan on September 15th. Hard to recommend
14. CRICRI D’AMOUR – Three unplaced runs of late, won before that over 1850m in a Class 3 race at Hyeres on June 28th. Course form not inspiring
15. YAWARA – Three unplaced runs recently, 4th before that over 1600m in a Class 3 race on July 22nd. Makes limited appeal
16. UNDERPROMISE – 4th last time in a Class 3 race at Nimes over 1900m on October 6th, ran 4th in a maiden at this track in April. Opposable
Summary: ATTENTIVE (1) could get back to her better form and take this handicap. She likes the PSF surface and gets the vote ahead of MANOIR (4) who ran well when second at this track recently. He could of been drawn better which is a worry. MIA GRANDE (2) looks like an each way option. He is not well drawn but has decent form on this surface. SWEET DREAMS (11) has been running well and is well drawn and is a player.
| SELECTIONS |
| ATTENTIVE (1) – MANOIR (4) – MIA GRANDE (2) – SWEET DREAMS (11) |
| C2 – PRIX DU HARAS DE POUJUX – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 12,500 |
1. HERMES WOOD – Won on the sole start over 1600m at San-Sebastian (ESP) on September 8th. Poor draw to overcome but looks the best horse in the race
2. STARK – Three unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that in a claimer at Mont-De-Marsan on July 19th in a claimer. Consider
3. FURY BOXING – Three unplaced runs recently, 3rd before that over 1600m in a claimer at Clairefontaine on July 31st. Place chance
4. BANDIDA ESTRELLITA – 6th on the sole run at this track in a claimer on October 4th over 1800m. Needs to improve to be involved
5. FEELING TEQUILA – Unplaced on the one run so far over 1400m at Dieppe on July 23rd. Has to step forward for that run and should be able too
6. FUJI HANA – Fair 3rd at this track last time in a claimer over 1800m on October 4th. Nice draw and is capable of making the frame at nice odds
7. BOMBONERA – 5th last time, won before that on September 30th at Salon Provence over 1800m in a handicap. Can make the frame despite a poor draw
8. BOHEMOS – Nice 2nd at Marseille Pont De Vivaux over 2000m last time in a claimer on October 12th. Well drawn and holds a leading chance
9. AMERICADREAM – Two unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 1600m at Vichy in a claimer on July 24th. Warrants respect
10. PARADOS – Two unplaced runs so far, the most recent over 1800m at Chantilly on October 12th in a maiden race. Drops in class and is one to watch
11. BOOTSTRAPPER – Well beaten on the sole run over 1300m at Saint-Cloud on September 9th. Drop in class but needs to show a lot more
12. GUAPAK – 5th last time at this track in a claimer over 1800m on October 4th. Has work to do to be involved
13. DOUBLE JEU – Unraced filly by Hot Streak, the dam never raced. Will likely improve for this debut run
14. SIXTTINA – Three unplaced runs so far, the latter over 1500m in a claimer at Marseille Pont De Vivaux on October 9th. Looks of limited talent
15. PERLE ARDENTE – Fair 4th at this track last time over 1800m in a claimer on October 4th. Might find a few of these too smart
16. SALT ‘N PEPPER – Newcomer by Amaron, the dam was placed on the flat. Should know what is required on her debut and is one to watch in the betting for clues
Summary: HERMES WOOD (1) won nicely on his sole start at San -Sebastian last month and if he can overcome his draw he looks like the one to beat. FEELING TEQUILA (5) has only had the one start and should step forward from that run and be on the premises. AMERICADREAM (9) is one for the each -way backers to take seriously. BOHEMOS (8) is well drawn and seems to like the PSF. She can be involved at the business end.
| SELECTIONS |
| HERMES WOOD (1) – FEELING TEQUILA (5) – AMERICADREAM (9) – BOHEMOS (8) |
| C3 – PRIX ROUVIGNAC – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000 |
1. GALIGERA – Won last time over 2500m at Hyeres in a maiden race on September 29th. Can play a lead role
2. INSPIRADO – Two unplaced runs of late, 4th before that over 2500m at Deauville in a claimer on August 20th. Unlikely to be a threat
3. ROYAD – Two unplaced runs of late, 4th before that over 2000m at Toulouse on June 19th in a maiden race. Hard to ignore
4. VINO – Three unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 2400m at Vichy on July 31st in a handicap. Can make the frame if overcoming stall 12
5. TENYEARSAFTER – Fair 2nd last time over 2500m at Le Croise -Laroche on September 19th. Ought to be thereabouts
6. COUNT PARIS – Unplaced on the last three runs, the most recent at Angers over 2300m on June 20th. Looks vulnerable
7. GOOSEBUMPY – Has been 4th on the last two runs, the latter over 2500m at Hyeres on October 13th. Placed form on the PSF. One to pay attention too
8. MARKER – Fair 2nd last time at Hyeres over 2500m on October 13th in a maiden. Should be too smart for these
9. MIDDLE KICK – Unplaced last time, won before that over 2600m in a Class 3 race at Nimes on September 8th. Makes limited sense
10. LA MAZZI GOGO – Unplaced last time, won before that over 2000m at Vichy on August 19th in a handicap. Needs a few to falter
11. LEXOVIENNE – Has six unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that in a Class 3 race at La Croise-Laroche on May 19th. Can make the top four
12. ANGEL IN THE SKY – Has six unplaced runs this year, the most recent when well behind in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on October 15th. Hardly inspiring
13. PEPITO DES CARLES – Three unplaced runs so far, the most recent over 2200m at Amiens on September 29th. Looks of limited ability
14. SARIMARES – Two unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 2150m in a Class 3 race at Wissembourg on May 20th. Has work to do to feature
Summary: MARKER (8) was a good second last time when beaten narrowly. He can get his deserved success at the expense of main danger GALIGERA (1) who won on her latest start at Hyeres late last month and has placed form on the PSF previously. ROYAD (3) is one to include in all of the place bet permutations. VINO (4) is also worth considering each way if she can overcome stall 12.
| SELECTIONS |
| MARKER (8) – GALIGERA (1) – ROYAD (3) – VINO (4) |
| C4 – PRIX DES JEUNES (CHMPT PARIS TURF DES APPRENTIS & JEUNES JOCKEYS) – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Race – Flat – EUR € 16,000 |
1. GOLDINO BELLO – Fair 2nd last time over 2400m in a Class 3 handicap at Lyon Parilly on October 18th. Merits consideration
2. LOR BLANC – Won at Marseille Pont De Vivaux last time over 2600m in a Class 4 race on October 9th. Can make presence felt
3. LE TROPIC – Two unplaced runs of late, won before that over 1900m at Deauville on August 22nd in a Class 3 handicap. Opposable
4. REVENTADOR – 5th last time, 2nd before that over 2500m at Saint-Malo on August 22nd in a Class 4 race. Among the leading chances
5. WILLY WINNER – Nice run when 2nd at this track over 2400m in a Class 3 handicap last time on October 4th. Has won over track/trip before. Leading chance
6. ZLARA – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 3000m at Toulouse on September 25th in a Class 3 handicap. Has place claims although recent track form is not the best
7. FORBIDDEN SECRET – Unplaced on the last two runs, won before that over 2400m in a Class 4 race on February 12th.Likes the PSF and is hard to ignore
8. GLACIER PEAK – Three unplaced runs of late, the most recent over 2150m at this track in a Class 4 handicap on October 4th. Makes no appeal
9. SPIRIT GREY – 4th last time over 2600m on the PSF in a Class 4 race on October 9th. Not the most reliable
10. ARTURO – Has several unplaced runs of late, the most recent over 2150m at this track in a Class 4 handicap on October 4th. Out of form and best avoided
11. FASHIONSPAN – Fair 5th last time over 2400m at Salon Provence on September 30th in a Class 4 handicap. Likes this track and is one to consider
12. CAPABLE – Two unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 2600m on the PSF in a Class 4 handicap on March 14th. Needs more consistency
Summary: This could go the way of WILLY WINNER (5) who was a pleasing second at this track earlier this month in a Class 3 handicap. He is a previous course and distance winner. LOR BLANC (2) will be full of confidence after a win last time and looks like the main threat to the selection. FORBIDDEN SECRET (7) likes the PSF and can not be overlooked. FASHIONSPAN (11) is a previous winner at this track and warrants respect.
| SELECTIONS |
| WILLY WINNER (5) – LOR BLANC (2) – FORBIDDEN SECRET (7) – FASHIONSPAN (11) |
| C5 – PRIX DE CONFLUENCE – 2150m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 18,000 |
1. SAINTE RITA – Disappointing last run when 9th last time out in a handicap at this course over 2400m on 4 October. Capable of better and has a winning chance
2. RIDWAAN – Has struggled of late and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at Angers over 2300m on 21 May. Likely to need this run returning from a break
3. WALDKAUZ – Disappointing of late and was 6th last time out in a handicap at Strasbourg over 2100m on 6 October. Capable of better but others are preferred
4. MONA TREZY – Non partante
5. SKATHI – Yet to win a race but is consistent and was 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Baden-Baden over 1600m on 25 August. Has a winning chance on handicap debut
6. POP LIFE – Has been fair of late and was 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Marseille-Vivaux over 2000m on 9 October. Won twice earlier this year and deserves respect
7. SIYOUCHKA – Disappointing form of late and was tenth last time out in a handicap at this course over 2400m on 4 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
8. ZILYA – In good form and was third in a handicap last time out over this track and trip on 4 October. Be right there at the finish
9. ALROMY – In good form of late with two wins in the last three starts, including last time out in a handicap at Salon-de-Provence over 2400m on 30 September. Has a winning chance
10. AGOUREIL – Holding form and was runner-up last time out in a course and distance handicap on 4 October. Can go one better
11. REVAMP – Has struggled of late and was well beaten last time out in a Claimer at Chantilly on 21 September. Needs major improvement to win
12. NEROKAS – Unreliable but was not disgraced when 5th last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 7 September. Won his penultimate start and deserves respect for that win
13. MAGIC TUNIS – Has yet to win a race but has been fair of late and was fourth last time out in a handicap over this track and trip on 4 October. Not out of it
14. MOMO NELSON – Disqualified last time out at Nancy over 2000m on 29 September. In good form before that and can be competitive again
15. CISKY – In good form of late and was 5th last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1800m on 26 September. Better this distance and could upset
Summary: SKATHI (5) did not run badly in Germany last time out and could win on handicap debut. it is a competitive looking race, though. ZILYA (8) is in good form and has run well over this course and distance so will be a threat. ALROMY (9) has struck form of late and deserves respect for those wins. POP LIFE (6) won a couple of times earlier this year and is also not out of it.
| SELECTIONS |
| SKATHI (5) – ZILYA (8) – ALROMY (9) – POP LIFE (6) |
| C6 – PRIX DE SAINT RAMBERT-L’ILE-BARBE – 2150m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,000 |
1. LIVING NELSON – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up last time out in a handicap at Vichy over 2000m on 23 September. Has a winning chance
2. TIMBALLINA – has done best in claimers and was third last time out at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 17 June. Could need this run returning from a break
3. SELKET – Has some fair form of late and was fourth last time out in a handicap at Marseille-Vivaux over 2000m on 9 September. Has a minor place chance
4. BURWASH – Disappointing of late and was 7th last time out in a handicap over this course and distance on 4 October. Capable of better but others are preferred
5. ROI DE FLANDRE – Has really struggled on the turf of late and was 7th last time out in a Conditions race at Salon-de-Provence over 2000m on 30 September. Can surprise back on this surface
6. VIZINDI – Likes it back on this surface and was victorious over this course and distance in a handicap on 4 October. Carries a 2kg penalty but is not out of it
7. RIO GRANDE – Unreliable but was victorious last time out in a claimer at Divonne-les-Bains over 2400m on 1 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
8. NAUGHTY MONTY – Yet to win a race but did show improvement when fourth last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 2100m on 12 October. Could earn some more money
9. PUMPY GIRL – Has struggled of late and was 12th last time out in a handicap at Vichy over 2000m on 23 September. Capable of earning some minor money
10. LEJENDARIO – In good form and was runner-up last time out over this track and trip on 4 October. Can go one better this time
11. ANTINEA – Has struggled of late and was well beaten last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 2100m on 12 October. Won some nice races earlier this year and could surprise
12. LOVING STAR – Yet to win a race and was 11th last time out in a handicap at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1900m on 13 October. Others are much preferred
13. FEUERHERZ – Disappointing recent form and was well beaten last time out in a handicap over thsi track and trip on 4 October. Might pop up in a place
14. ROHIRRIM LASS – Showed vast improvement when runner-up last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 2100m on 12 October. Can break the ice
15. JANISA BERE – Has improved of late and was a winner last time out in a Conditions race at Vitteaux over 2000m on 22 September. Tougher task this time around
Summary: LEJENDARIO (10) has run well at this track a number of times and gets a narrow votr to score. JANISA BERE (15) has not shown much before a very good last run in handicap at Chantilly and should be a threat if repeating that level of form. LIVING NELSON (1) is in good form and deserves a winning turn after some nice runner-up performances. ANTINEA (11) knows how to win but has struggled a bit of late.
| SELECTIONS |
| LEJENDARIO (10) – ROHIRRIM LASS (14) – LIVING NELSON (1) – ANTINEA (11) |
| C7 – LONGINES EQUITA LYON C.H.I – PRIX JEAN CUVELETTE – 2150m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 12,000 |
1. PRIVATE DINNING – Unreliable but was not disgraced when fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Amiens over 1650m on 29 September. Can make the frame
2. ALVAR – Yet to win a race and was tenth last time out in this divsion over this track and trip on 4 October. Others are preferred
3. MAITRE D’ARMES – Yet to win a race but has been runner-up twice and was 5th last time out in a handicap at this course over 1800m on 4 October. Be right there at the finish
4. MISS SISSI – Has yet to show much and was 12th last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 15 October. Needs major improvement to win
5. FLAME D’AMOUR – Did not run too badly when 5th in this division at Compiegne over 2000m on 17 September. Might play a minor role
6. AL HABISSET – Did not show her best when 6th last time out in a Conditions race at Marseille-Vivaux over 2600m on 9 October. Capable of fighting out the finish
7. VULDETRADE – Did not show her best when 9th last time out in a handicap at Vichy over 2400m on 23 September. Capable of winning a race like this
8. YES BOY – Only modest of late and was 6th last time out in a handicap at Toulouse over 2000m on 25 September. Capable of being a threat in this division
9. BRUANT – Disappointing last run when 7th in a Conditions race at Salon-de-Provence over 2000m on 30 September. Big chance dropped to a claimer
10. HER CHRISTOPHER – Yet to win a race but is in good form and was third last time out in a Claimer over this course and distance on 4 October. Has a winning chance
11. GATEAU DES ROIS – Finished fifth last time out in a claimer at Vichy over 2400m on 14 August. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
12. FRIENDS DREAM – Yet to win a race but has been fair of late and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Vitteaux over 2200m on 21 September. Others are preferred
Summary: BRUANT (9) has the best handicap rating in this field so should make a bold bid dropped to a claimer. this is, however, his first try on the PSF. AL HABISSET (6) has some victories to her name and she was not disgraced last time out so should be a lively danger. HER CHRISTOPHER (10) is in good form and has already run well over this track and trip so deserves respect. VULDETRADE (7) is also capable of getting involved with the finish.
| SELECTIONS |
| BRUANT (9) – AL HABISSET (6) – HER CHRISTOPHER (10) – VULDETRADE (7) |
| C8 – PRIX DES PENTES DE LA CROIX-ROUSSE – 2150m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14,000 |
1. LONDON WAY – Yet to win a race but was not disgraced when 6th last time out in a handicap over this track and trip on 4 October. Can contest the finish
2. MALLEOLUS – Yet to win a race and was 9th last time out in a handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 18 August. Capable of popping up in a place
3. WHIP DRALLIV – Unreliable and was 7th in a Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 2800m on 18 October. Has run well this track and trip and can bounce back to score
4. YAVAIKA – Yet to win a race and was 6th last time out in a handicap at Salon-de-Provence over 2400m on 30 September. Has a winning chance
5. FETE JOYEUSE – Yet to win a race but was runner-up last time out in a handicap at Aix-les-Bains over 2500m on 14 July. Has a place chance
6. DE QUEVEDO – Mostly modest form of late and was 6th last time out in a handicap at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1900m on 13 October. Needs to find a few lengths to win
7. CALAS QUEEN – Has struggled of late and was 11th last time out in a handicap over this track and trip on 4 October. Others are preferred
8. BRAZING – Disappointing form of late and was 9th last time out in a handicap at Salon-de-Provence over 2400m on 30 September. Has run well this track and trip and could upset
9. SECRET GLORY – Unreliable but did run well when third in a handicap last time out at Strasbourg over 2100m on 6 October. Capable of contesting the finish again
10. LADYBUG – Holding form and was fourth last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 2100m on 12 October. Not out of it
11. STORMY BABY – Did not show her best when 6th last time out in a handicap at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1800m on 19 September. Could be the surprise package of the race
12. SCORPIO – Has struggled all year and was 9th last time out in a Claimer at Nancy over 2500m on 29 September. Others are much preferred
13. WALDENON – Very unreliable but was fourth last time out in a handicap at Amiens over 2200m on 29 September. Might play a minor role
14. GO GO BLITZ – Has some fair form of late and was runner-up last time out at Mannheim over 2500m on 22 September. Yet to win but does have a place chance
Summary: WHIP DRALLIV (3) was not seen at his best over further last time out on the turf. He has performed well over this track and trip so gets the not to take out this lucky last race. YAVAIKA (4) has yet to win a race but could be a threat trying the PSF. SECRET GLORY (9) showed improvement last time out and has a winning chance. LONDON WAY (1) can be competitive over this course and distance.
| SELECTIONS |
| WHIP DRALLIV (3) – YAVAIKA (4) – SECRET GLORY (9) – LONDON WAY (1) |
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