French Selections Friday 22nd

R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX OSTARA – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 53,000

JEEP DU PONT – Encouraged at Lyon-La Soie before finishing 8th of 10 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class A last week. Barefoot this time but cannot be considered a player
JENNY DE JOUDES – Makes first appearance since finishing 7th of 9 in a 2875m Enghien Class B last August, and will have few friends
JEZABEL JENILOU – Handy mare starting for first time since finishing 2nd of 10 in a 2925m Cagnes Class A late-August. Shoes on and no threat
JOUVENCE DE CAREL – Made up for September sanction here when 3rd of 14 in a 2600m Cherbourg Class B late-September. Boasts solid references over 2100m and returns fresh with a good hand to play
JETIDA – Failed to hit the mark late-September but ran a reassuring 2nd of 15 in a 2850m Class C here on 11 October. Has had ample time to recuperate and, from the 5-spot, can open her winter account
JANE AIMEE – Pleased in a Class B here before finishing 8th of 10 in a 2875m Argentan Class A early this month. David Thomain in the bike but others still preferred
JUSTICIA SMART – 10th of 15, behind JET SOCIETY (10), in a 2700m Class C here 2.5 weeks ago. Talented but never far from faulting, although now in new hands, can get back in the game
JET SET – 5th of 15, behind JET SOCIETY (10), in a 2700m Class C here 2.5 weeks ago. Has hardly put a foot wrong this term, won when last partnered by Alexandre Abrivard, and is very much in the picture
JUVENIA BELLA – Delicate but talented filly that clinched a 2800m Chartres Class B on comeback mid-October. Competitively-shod this time, thrives over 2100m here, and can give JETIDA (5) a run for her money
JET SOCIETY – Shaky but clear 2nd of 15 in a 2700m Class C here 2.5 weeks ago. Won over course and distance during the spring and even though reconfigured and poorly-drawn, can still play a part with Yoann Lebourgeois at the controls
JUJUBEE – Unraced since coming 4th of 7 in a 2925m Cagnes Class F last August. Has no love for Vincennes and can be passed over
JASMINE DE JYR – Steps up in category after missing out by little in a 2700m Class E here a fortnight ago. Denied a run that day and although unlikely to impose this time, she still warrants respect
JULIA QUESNOT – Comfortable winner of a 2875m Enghien Class D on 27 October. Sports shoes this time though and best to hold off
JUNGLE GREEN – 4th of 15, behind JET SOCIETY (10), in a 2700m Class C here 2.5 weeks ago. Handed a tough draw but has never disappointed when barefoot and is not about to buck the trend. Place chance
Summary: JETIDA (5) put in quite the effort here last month despite enduring a tough trip and, in similar shape, can impose. Mathieu Mottier will still be keeping a watchful eye on the less-favourably-drawn JUVENIA BELLA (9) who is shod to preference after winning on re-entry mid-October. The complicated JUSTICIA SMART (7) makes her first start for Alan Chavatte and, reconfigured with Gabriele Gelormini reining, could pleasantly surprise. JUNGLE GREEN (14) was not over-stretched here recently and will have progressed for the run.
SELECTIONS
JETIDA (5) – JUVENIA BELLA (9) – JUSTICIA SMART (7) – JUNGLE GREEN (14)
C2 – PRIX FLORENTINA – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 41,000
JAMSHIR – Sanctioned when never dangerous in a 2150m Enghien Class E mid-October. Is plainly in form, reverts to a previous formula, but would be preferred a level down
JOG DE JAVIE – Has not been seen out since running 8th of 11 in a 2650m Pornichet Class E 3 months ago. Races shod and poses no threat
JOISO POKER PRO – Won at Graignes before running 2nd of 8 in a 2100m Class F here 2.5 weeks ago and once again looks competitive for a spot on the podium
JASON BLUE – Reassured at Vichy before coming 6th of 13 in a 2650m Bordeaux Class C a month ago. Is new to the venue and will need to find more
JOURNAL INTIME – Failed to secure the hat-trick when 7th of 11 in a 2150m Enghien Class E mid-October and, in this company, is unlikely to improve on that
JOLVIK DE GUEZ – 8th of 14, on return to competition, in a 2850m Class D here a month ago. Is unbeaten in the day’s configuration and will be expected to continue his victorious ways
JACK IS HAUFOR – 7th off 12, behind JAMBIER (15), when prepping for this in a 2775m Class E at Les Sables a month back. Goes barefoot for first time this term and, with application, can get in on the action
JUPITER MADRIK – Pleased at Chartres before running 5th of 10 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class A last week, but is still out of his depth
JIGSAW D’AMOUR – 9th of 11 behind JASMIN DAIRPET (13) in a 2850m Laval conditioner 3 weeks ago. Is hard to knock when focused and the new configuration may be just the ticket. First 5
JARDIN D’ERABLE – 6th of 10, behind JUPITER MADRIK (8), in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class A last week and even in this category looks to have too much to do
JASMIN GEMA – Excellent winner of a 2750m Cabourg Class E a month ago. Set his personal best time that day and, if still on the boil, can make another big impact
JUST D’ACADIE – 8th of 11 when preparing for this in a 2725m Graignes Class E 3 weeks ago. Never far from faulting but goes well in this configuration and will have his supporters
JASMIN DAIRPET – Honest type that came 6th of 11 in a 2850m Laval Class C 3 weeks ago. Is being aimed too high this time though and others preferred
JUSTIN DES MARAIS – Would have finished close in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class F 3 weeks ago had he not faulted in the straight. Damien Bonne drafted in for the occasion and will not be far off the mark if he can keep him trotting
JAMBIER – Failed to live up to expectations when 6th of 12 in a 2775m Class E at Les Sables-d’Olonne a month ago. Enjoys a good entry but steps up in category and may be taking on too much
JYTRACE DE HOUELLE – Last but one behind JASMIN DAIRPET (13) in a 2850m Laval conditioner 3 weeks ago. Will be fit by now and, if applied, should be in a position to contest the finish
Summary: Given a break after recording his first hat-trick, JOLVIK DE GUEZ (6) will be shod to preference for his maiden target of the winter and may just be good enough to beat Franck Leblanc’s superbly-entered JYTRACE DE HOUELLE (16) who is barefoot for his own first objective. JOISO POKER PRO (3) has turned a corner recently and, with Franck Nivard back in the bike, is unlikely to disappoint. JASMIN GEMA (11) was unlucky here before imposing at Cabourg and musty be afforded significant respect.
SELECTIONS
JOLVIK DE GUEZ (6) – JYTRACE DE HOUELLE (16) – JOISO POKER PRO (3) – JASMIN GEMA (11)
C3 – PRIX KERONIS – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 40,000
KEYS – Useful sort making first start since being sanctioned in a 2950m Saint-Malo Class D last August. Sports a new configuration and, although not a contender, is still worth retaining
KARVINA D’ELA – Quickly sanctioned in 9 November race of reference. Has bags of ability but would have better prospects a level down
KELOWA STARDUST – Sanctioned in 9 November race of reference. Is patently off her porridge and can expect to have few takers
KALINKA MOYA – 9th of 11 in race of reference. Is clearly out of sorts and, even though reconfigured, will first need to re-establish her credentials
KISS ME DU LIVET – Reassured somewhat when 6th of 11 finishers, behind KARMEN DE MONTCEAU (8), in a Class D over track and trip 2 weeks ago. Is useful on a good day but still has work to do
KOKINE JABA – 7th of 11 finishers, behind KARMEN DE MONTCEAU (8), when being prepped for this in a Class D over track and trip 2 weeks ago. Barefoot this time, she will not go down easily
KATHLEEN D’ECOTAY – Classy element that was quick to break into a gallop in a Class D over course and distance a fortnight ago but, on good behaviour, will be the one to beat
KARMEN DE MONTCEAU – Surprise 4th of 11 in a Class D over course and distance a fortnight ago but a repeat seems most improbable
KIWA BLEUE – Useful filly making first appearance since coming 3rd of 11 in a 2100m Enghien Class D late-July. Shoes on and no danger
KARINA STEED – Last but one, on first start for new trainer, in a 2850m Laval Class B 3 weeks ago. Races barefoot this time and is not incapable of surprising
KILLARNEY – Won at Enghien a month back before running 2nd of 10 in a 2100m Class E here 2.5 weeks ago. David Thomain, who beat her that day, in the bike and must be considered a decent first-5 chance
KLASSE DE BRUZEAU – Won a claimer here before finishing 12th of 15 in a Class D under these conditions 3 weeks ago, and even racing barefoot, can be disregarded
KAPELLA – 5th of 15 in a 2850m Laval Class B 3 weeks ago. Drops in category and, already a winner under these conditions, will be dangerous if applied
KISS ME DOMPIERRE – 9th of 10, on return from a spell, in a 2850m Parilly Class A last Saturday. Races shod this time and is unlikely to spring any surprises
KINDY DU VIVIER – 12th of 14, on just 2nd start back, in a 2800m Vire Class B late last month. Has never disappointed when barefoot, placed on lone start here, and can make a big splash
KOMMUNES DE PLAY – Sanctioned when being conditioned in a 2875m Argentan Class A on 3 November. Needs to reassure but has ample ability and, barefoot this time, should not be discounted
Summary: After having imposed with attitude here mid-October, KOKINE JABA (6) showed her temperament next time, but is a class above most in this field and can make this her own if she deigns to keep her action together. Another promising filly that has yet to show her full potential, KOKINE JABA (6) goes barefoot for the first time and can apply the pressure. Both nicely-engaged at the limit of earnings, KINDY DU VIVIER (15) and KAPELLA (13) are similarly barefoot for the occasion.
SELECTIONS
KATHLEEN D’ECOTAY (7) – KOKINE JABA (6) – KINDY DU VIVIER (15) – KAPELLA (13)
C4 – PRIX TRITON – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Harness – EUR € 56,000
HANACK DE VIVOIN – Solid in 2 since running 4th here early last month, latterly 3rd of 12 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E last week. Mathieu Mottier reining this time, reverts to a previous formula, and while unlikely to surprise, should still not be ruled out
INSTANT D’HAUFOR – 7th of 15 in a 2850m Laval Class D 3 weeks ago. Excels under these conditions and will be expected to feature at the business end of the race
HAIKIDO – Sanctioned mid-2500m Class E at La Rochelle on 9 November. Has merit but still looks out of his depth
IQUEM – 6th of 10 in a 2850m Parilly Class D last Saturday. Has done nothing noteworthy for some time and is not about to start
INSIGHT SPOKEN – Encouraged twice across town before running 6th of 16 in a 3000m Nantes Class F early this month. Tends to go well in the day’s configuration and, while not a priority, is still worth keeping an eye on
INFERNO PIPER – Solid in all 3 since long leave, most recently 5th of 12 in a 2850m Parilly Class F a month ago. Is behind in earnings, competitively-shod, and Christophe Martens will be partnering a live chance
INSTINCTIF – Returned from his break with 7th of 11 in a 2825m Chartres Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Sports 4 pads this time and could well pick up some crumbs
HELECHO – Known more for his amateur exploits but won a 2725m Graignes Class E 10 days ago. In this category though, should find the going that bit tougher
INHERIT – Easy winner of a 2875m Enghien Class D on 27 October. Returns to Vincennes on a 4-timer and, given the nature of his recent wins, it is hard to see him being bested
GOGO DES MALBERAUX – 11th of 15, when being conditioned, in a 2500m Saint-Brieuc Class E on 3 November. Hind shoes off, with Matthieu Abrivard in the bike, but others still preferred
I STILL LOVING YOU – Absent for almost 3 years but will be at peak fitness by now. Finished last of 16 in a 2850m Class D here, after faulting early, 2.5 weeks ago, but can play a prominent role this time if Alexandre Abrivard ensures his initial strides
IGGYPOP D’HERFRAIE – 7th of 11, behind INSIGHT SPOKEN (5), in a 2150m Enghien Class C on 19 October. Left a good impression last time here and has a reasonable chance of making first 5 this time
INVICTUS DE HOERDT – Last but one, behind IDEAL BOY (15), in a 2850m Class D here on 5 November. Shoes on again and will have nothing to contribute
IDEAL GREEN – 12th of 16 in a 2850m Class D here 2.5 weeks ago. Races barefoot for the occasion, has imposed 3 times under these conditions, and will be competitive for a place cheque
IDEAL BOY – 10th of 16, on comeback, in a 2150m Enghien Class C on 19 October. Has never run over 2700m here but has solid main-track credentials and cannot be discounted
GOLD DE CHIMAY – 3rd in last 2, most recently a 2825m Class F at Le Croise-Laroche a fortnight ago, but shoes back on and others easier to back
Summary: Twice a winner here before pulling off the hat-trick at Enghien late last month, INHERIT (9) has yet to be defeated at Vincennes and, reconfigured for the occasion, will again take all the beating. INSTANT D’HAUFOR (2) has been suitably-conditioned since his break and, considering his appreciation for these conditions, will be no pushover. The 2-years absence has taken nothing away from the talented INFERNO PIPER (6) who races unshod-behind under conditions he likes. I STILL LOVING YOU (11) has yet to show his form following his own extended hiatus but it is only a question of time before he comes good again.
SELECTIONS
INHERIT (9) – INSTANT D’HAUFOR (2) – INFERNO PIPER (6) – I STILL LOVING YOU (11)
C5 – PRIX VICTORIA – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class D Race – Mounted – EUR € 46,000
JAGUAR DE VILLETOT – Has not been seen out since coming 5th of 10 in a Class D over course and distance on 24 September. Races shod and best to wait
JIPCHO SKILL – Returned to winning ways in a 2725m Grenade Class F early this month but, in this company, will have his work cut out
JACARANDA – Has returned from his break in excellent condition, brilliantly winning a Class E over track and trip on 22 October, and seems thoroughly capable of repeating
JAGUAR DE KARA – Debuts in the discipline after being sanctioned in a 2850m harness Class D here a month ago. Has ample ability though, sports a new configuration, with Paul Ploquin in the saddle and, if applied, can pleasantly surprise
JULIUS DU THEIL – Made it 2 in a row when dominating a 2875m Enghien Class E on 30 September. Comes here fresh, excels with pads on, and looks a serious player once more
JANEIRO TURGOT – Exceptional since starting to race barefoot, latterly 3rd of 7 finishers in a 2875m Enghien Class D on 10 October. Goes particularly well for Adrien Lamy and will be competitive for a first-5 cheque
JOJO DE L’AUNAY – Last of 15, when preparing for this, in a 2200m Caen harness Class D on 20 October. Just hind shoes off this time and others preferred
JOSHUA PEJI – Has simply excelled in both codes this year, most recently 3rd of 14 in a 2850m harness Class D here a month ago. Can prove a handful but appreciates Vincennes and has the wherewithal to get his nose in front
JAD DE CALIX – Back in the code after posting 3 straight harness sanctions, most recently a 2825m Chartres Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Has respectable monté references but will still struggle to make his mark
JIVRY – In the frame in last 2, most recently 2nd of 12 in a 2800m Strasbourg harness Class E on 25 October, but has little love for Vincennes and not an obvious choice
JOPH DE VANDEL – Back under the saddle after finishing 9th of 15 in a harness Class C over course and distance 3 weeks ago. Needs to reassure but the change of scenery may be just the ticket. Chance
JAG MAHCATH – Last but one, on re-entry, in a 2900m Challans harness Class D on 13 October. Won 3 times under these conditions last winter, is shod to preference, and is not to be underestimated
Summary: Unbeaten in two ridden starts in 2024, JOSHUA PEJI (8) returns to the code in cracking form and can bring home the bacon if Damien Bonne keeps him trotting. That said, JACARANDA (3) won with authority under these conditions a month ago and is not going down easily. Runner-up over course and distance on his only monté start, JOPH DE VANDEL (11) reverts to the same formula and can start to put things right. JULIUS DU THEIL (5) makes his main-track debut on a hat-trick and even though unraced since late-September, he still looks to have an important role to play.
SELECTIONS
JOSHUA PEJI (8) – JACARANDA (3) – JOPH DE VANDEL (11) – JULIUS DU THEIL (5)
C6 – PRIX HERMANTARIA – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class A Race – Harness – EUR € 62,000
LOVE ME DO – Well-regarded colt but has yet to deliver here, latterly last but one on re-entry in a Class D under these conditions, and appears to need another run
LOVER MAN – Took little time getting back in shape after the summer break, latterly flying up in a Class C over course and distance on 30 October. In better company this time but still looks the pick of the field
LORD DE BANVILLE – Last of 7 finishers in a 2175m Class B here 2 weeks ago. Has references under these conditions but current form does little to inspire confidence
L’AS DESBOIS – Sanctioned early, but plainly showed his form, in a 2850m Laval Class A last weekend. Not the easiest of horses to handle but has form under these conditions and will have his chances if he gets off on the right foot
LEADER DU POMMEAU – Promising future trotter making first start since being sanctioned in a 2925m Cagnes Class A last August, and will need the race
LE POETE BOURBON – Missed out by little, finishing 3rd of 6 in a 2625m Class C at La Rochelle a fortnight ago. Sports hind pads and, starting on level terms this time, can finish thereabouts
LEADER D’AIMTE – 5th of 15 in a 2850m Laval Class B 3 weeks ago. 5th in mid-October race of reference prior to that and, while not a priority, can still pick up a cheque
LAUTREC QUICK – 3rd to surprise winner, LORD DE BANVILLE (3), at Rambouillet before being sanctioned in a Class A over course and distance mid-October. Has bags of ability though and, with application, can set things straight
LIZZANO D’ALOUETTE – Barring a brace of sanctions, has been very hard to fault. Missed out by little for 2nd in a Class A over course and distance mid-October, and could well trot off with the silverware this time
LUCIFERMORNINGSTAR – Has not been seen out since running a solid 3rd of 5 in a 2175m Gr.3 here last April. Sports pads for re-entry and, if not race-rusty, can get in on the action
LE JIBAY – 7th of 9 in a monté Class B over course and distance 10 days ago. Here for reasons of conditioning and will pose no danger
Summary: Another progressive colt from the Mathieu Mottier yard, LOVER MAN (2) won unopposed over course and distance late last month and a similar performance would see him double his money. LIZZANO D’ALOUETTE (9), however, showed his form under these precise conditions mid-October and looks the principal danger. Although sanctioned that day, LAUTREC QUICK (8) must be brought back into the fold, as should L’AS DESBOIS (4) who was clearly in excellent shape at Laval.
SELECTIONS
LOVER MAN (2) – LIZZANO D’ALOUETTE (9) – LAUTREC QUICK (8) – L’AS DESBOIS (4)
C7 – PRIX LEONA – 2850m (a2m) – Class B Race – Mounted – EUR € 52,000
KOBALT DU VALLON – Unthreatening 5th of 9 to KILDARE OF LOVE (4) in a 2175m Class D here 2.5 weeks ago, and cannot be considered a player
KING OF JIEL – 8th of of 9 to KILDARE OF LOVE (4) in a 2175m Class D here 2.5 weeks ago, which will not cut the mustard this time either
KASBAH PERRINE – Flattering 4th of 8 in a 2850m Gr.3 Prix Olry-Roederer here a month back. Has merit but others still easier to support
KILDARE OF LOVE – Fast-finishing winner of a 2175m Class D here 2.5 weeks ago. Barefoot for just 2nd start under these conditions and is unlikely to go home empty-handed
ELISE ANA – Takes first competitive steps in the discipline after finishing last of 12, on French debut, in a 2100m harness Gr.2 here a fortnight ago. Hind shoes off, with the talented Estelle Croisic in the irons, and is not to be underestimated
KID DES MOLLES – 9th of 15 in a 2200m Caen harness Class D conditioner a month ago. Sports 4 pads this time, with Alexandre Abrivard in the saddle, but still no more than a minor place prospect
KEENGAME – 3rd of 8 finishers to KAKO GASCOGNE (8) in a 2175m Class C here early last month. Is clearly close to his race and can apply more pressure on Rochard’s charge this time
KAKO GASCOGNE – 9th of 15, behind KATINKA AIMEF (12), when being prepped for this in a 2850m Laval harness Class B 3 weeks ago. Won for Benjamin Rochard last time in the code and is not incapable of repeating
KINGDOM KAT – Takes a dip in class after finishing last but one behind KASBAH PERRINE (3) in 2850m Gr.3 Prix Olry-Roederer here a month back but is still not about to shake things up
KEL AIR D’EOLE – Finished a trounced last of 8 in a Gr.2 over 2700m here 10 days ago and reverts to the inner-track in a futile attempt at redemption
KADO SHINING – 5th of 8 behind KASBAH PERRINE (3) in 2850m Gr.3 Prix Olry-Roederer here a month ago, but still needs to take his game up a notch
KATINKA AIMEF – 7th of 15, on first start since June, in a 2850m Laval harness Class B 3 weeks ago. Boasts excellent monté references and, under Adrien Lamy, can play a leading role
KAPTAIN DU LIAMONE – Makes monté bow after finishing last but one in a 2850m Mauquenchy harness Class A last week. Top rider on board and has every chance of finishing close
KONDOR – Last of 15 in a 2850m Laval harness Class B 3 weeks ago, when being prepared for this. Often bites off more than he can chew but is barefoot this time and should not be written off
KELVALSE CASTELETS – Reconfigured, and back to a more reasonable level, after being sanctioned in a Gr.2 over course and distance 10 days ago. Unlikely to cause an upset but, with application, can pick up a cheque
Summary: Under the saddle for the first time since winning well over the main course early last month, KAKO GASCOGNE (8) is reunited with Benjamin Rochard and can win this. Third to him that day, KEENGAME (7) seems even better in this branch of the business and Anthony Barrier will be out for revenge. New to the discipline, but plainly capable, KAPTAIN DU LIAMONE (13) will be partnered by Damien Bonne and must be considered a player. KATINKA AIMEF (12) has just the one race in her but has nothing to prove in this category, and is barefoot for her first goal of the winter.
SELECTIONS
KAKO GASCOGNE (8) – KEENGAME (7) – KAPTAIN DU LIAMONE (13) – KATINKA AIMEF (12)
C8 – PRIX EURYNOME – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 38,000
MAMMA MIA – Makes Vincennes debut after placing twice at Enghien, most recently 3rd of 8 in a 2150m Class C late last month, and a similar effort would go a long way here. Chance
MIDWAY LADY – In the frame in all 3 to date, most recently 3rd of 9, a place behind MELBA DU GERS (9), in a 2200m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Enjoys a better entry this time and Alexandre Abrivard could well exact revenge
MELINA SUPREME – Debuted correctly at Cabourg before being given an excellent drive to win a 2300m Chartres Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Unlikely to repeat but will still be competitive for a first-5 payout
MATINEE PARISIENNE – Got off the mark at first time of asking before coming 4th of 8 in a 2450m Caen Class D a month ago. Has more to find but enjoys a good place in front, and the engagement of Matthieu Abrivard will only work to her advantage
MEGANE DE CERISY – Sanctioned in last 2, latterly a 2150m Enghien Class C on 27 October. Leading driver in the bike this time but chances still limited
MADEMOISELLE JANE – Made short work of a 2050m Cabourg Class D mid-October. Takes on a tougher task this time but still has the capacity to make her presence felt
MONICA JISCE – Won on debut but sanctioned in next 2, latterly in the early stages of a 2875m Enghien Class B mid-October. Has bags of ability though and, if applied, can finish in the mix
MERYTATON – Makes Vincennes bow after running 6th of 8 in a 2700m Graignes Class B on 11 November and is unlikely to influence the result
MELBA DU GERS – Close 2nd of 9 in a 2200m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Is plainly close to her race and Nicoas Bazire will be loathe to pass up such a good opportunity
MARGAUX DES ARRIS – Ran 3rd on debut late-October before being sanctioned in a 2400m Chateaubriant Class E 11 days ago. Would have preferred a better draw and chances limited
MOJITA – Sanctioned when going well in a 2000m La Capelle Class F, on debut, 11 days ago. Will still be fresh and will not be far off the mark if she stays in stride
MERVEILLEUSE – Qualified respectably at Le Mans but sanctioned on debut in a 2475m Francheville Class E mid-August, and will need the outing
MAGIC GIRL – Sanctioned in a Class D over 2200m here 3 weeks ago. Yet to show any aptitude for the game and can be ruled out
Summary: A thorough professional since her first steps on the track, MELBA DU GERS (9) was beaten only by a fine horse here late last month, and even though not ideally-drawn here, she still has the class to win this. Third that day but better-positioned behind the car, MIDWAY LADY (2) has a realistic chance of turning the tables. Another promising individual, MAMMA MIA (1) left a wonderful impression across town late last month and deserves to be well-supported. MOJITA (11) was competitive at La Capelle before faulting, and Mathieu Mottier is unlikely to let the same thing happen again.
SELECTIONS
MELBA DU GERS (9) – MIDWAY LADY (2) – MAMMA MIA (1) – MOJITA (11)
R2 BORDEAUX-LE BOUSCAT [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE SAUTERNES – 3800m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Claiming – Steeple Chase – EUR € 20,000

GARALUI DE BALME – Dislodged the rider last time out in a handicap chase at Auteuil over 4400m on 16 November. Consistent before that and has a winning chance dropped to a claimer
REGAXOS – Has lost his way of late and was 11th last time out in handicap chase at Fontainebleau over 4200m on 28 October. Right at home in claimers and can bounce back to score
GOOGLE DE LOUED – Very consistent and was runner-up last time out in a Conditions chase at Durtal over 4900m on 10 November. Has a winning chance
MARE SOL – Unreliable but was not disgraced when runner-up last time out in a claiming chase at Fontainebleau over 4400m on 28 October. Not out of it
Summary: REGAXOS (2) was a winner in this class of event last summer and looks an interesting contender back over the big obstacles. He can resume winning ways at the expense of MARE SOL (4) who finished a game second in this division last time out at Fontainebleau. GARALUI DE BALME (1) is an interesting contender first time in a claimer and can make his presence felt.
SELECTIONS
REGAXOS (2) – MARE SOL (4) – GARALUI DE BALME (1) – GOOGLE DE LOUED (3)
C2 – PRIX JEAN-LUC KIRCHHOFF – 1900m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000
THE BLACK SKY – Returned to form with a conditions race win over this course and distance on 26 October. Should fight out the finish again
RUE DU DOME – Has lost her way of late and was 9th last time out in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1400m on 3 November. Tries further and can bounce back to win
DUMONET – A winner on debut in a Conditions race at Tarbes over 1500m on 12 October. Tries further but can contest the finish again
MIRAGE BLOU – Has not been disgraced in his two starts so far and was third last time out in a Conditions race Toulouse over 1600m on 10 November. Not out of it
SECULIER – A two-year-old gelding by Fas out of Flam Spirit who is making his debut. Watch the betting
Summary: RUE DU DOME (2) showed early promise before failing twice at Listed level. She is back in calmer water and can bounce back to score. A sound winner over the course & distance last time, THE BLACK SKY (1) is sure to give it a good go once again. DUMONET (3) won on debut at Tarbes, beating a subsequent winner in the process so should be given a lot of consideration too.
SELECTIONS
RUE DU DOME (2) – THE BLACK SKY (1) – DUMONET (3) – MIRAGE BLOU (4)
C3 – PRIX OR JACK – 3700m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 30,000
ROCK OF YOU – Not disgraced when 5th last time out in handicap hurdle at La Teste-de-Buch over 3400m on 7 October. Should fight out the finish
KLOE DE LAPRELLE – Has done bets in claimers and was fourth last time out in a hurdles at Nimes over 3900m on 24 March. Returns from a break but could play a minor role
LA GACHERE – Very consistent and was fourth last time out in a Conditions chase at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 3700m on 1 July. Returns from a break but has a winning chance
FANTASTIC VALLEY – Not disgraced when 5th last time out in a Conditions hurdle at Nantes over 3900m on 9 October. Has a place chance
PABLO – Yet to win a race but was third last time out in a Conditions hurdle over this track and trip on 4 May. Returns from a break but can contest the finish
LE HEDAS – Showed some promise on debut but was a faller in his second start in a Conditions hurdle at Agen-Le Passage over 3600m on 3 November. Probably best watched for now
KANDALIUS – Very consistent so far and was fourth last time out in a Conditions flat race at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2700m on 12 October. Can win on jumps debut
RIBELLA AA – A four-year-old filly by Le Rebel out of Sheitana who is making her debut. Watch the betting
Summary: A winner over the track and trip back in April of this year, ROCK OF YOU (1) benefits from an eight pounds allowance from his young partner and looks an obvious danger despite his last below par effort at La Teste in October. A winner and a second in two starts over hurdles this year, LA GACHERE (3) is the main danger to the selection. KANDALIUS (7) has demonstrated ability on the flat and is best to monitor on debut over the obstacles. PABLO (5) can spring a surprise returning from a break.
SELECTIONS
ROCK OF YOU (1) – LA GACHERE (3) – KANDALIUS (7) – PABLO (5)
C4 – PRIX DU CHATEAU GRANDIS – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 17,000
ALMAGUER – Holding his form and was runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at Toulouse over 1600m on 25 September. Can contest the finish again
AURORA’S BEAUTY – Consistent without winning so far and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 1600m on 22 October. Not out of it
AMADORA – On a long losing run and was 6th last time out in a Conditions race at Mont-de-Marsan over 1200m on 10 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
FAMILY SILVER – Finished 6th out of 6 in a Group 3 at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 1 April. Returns from a break but does have a winning chance
FORCE NAVALE – Has not shown much in her two starts and was tenth last time out in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 2000m on 21 August. Needs major improvement to win
SIYOUNI FLASH – A runner-up in both of her starts, the latest in a Conditions race at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 1400m on 25 October. Can go one better this time
RIASSOU – Showed some improvement in her second start when runner-up in a Conditions race at Marseille Borely over 1800m on 30 October. Can contest the finish again
VEGA DE MONTSERRAT – A three-year-old filly by Kool Kompany out of Prize who is making her debut. Watch the betting
Summary: RIASSOU (7) showed plenty of progress in her second career start and looks a nice winning proposition in this line-up. SIYOUNI FLASH (6) has been knocking hard at the door and is another one with a strong winning chance. AURORA’S BEAUTY (2) brings plenty of experience into the race and will not go down without a fight. FAMILY SILVER (4) has run against stronger opposition this season and cannot be excluded of the equation.
SELECTIONS
RIASSOU (7) – SIYOUNI FLASH (6) – AURORA’S BEAUTY (2) – FAMILY SILVER (4)
C5 – PRIX UBU III – 3700m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 26,000
GREY FIGHTER – Has improved of late and was a winner last time out in a Conditions hurdle at Nancy over 3400m on 27 October. Can follow up
L’OEIL DE FAUCON – Unreliable but was unplaced last time out in a Conditions chase at Mont-de-Marsan over 4200m on 10 November. Won a claimer in only hurdle race and is not out of it
BARITON DEBELAIR – A three-year-old gelding by Bathyrhon out of Tragi Comédie who is making his debut. Watch the betting
NIRVANAIS – Did not show much when tenth on hurdle debut in a Conditions race over this track and trip on 13 October. Could have learnt from that experience but others are preferred
GOLIADOR – A three-year-old gelding by Goliath du Berlais out of Dalanaya who is making his debut. Watch the betting
LORD LAUGIL – Finished 6th on flat debut in a Conditions race at Pompadour over 2600m on 1 September. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
CASTANIAS – Finished 9th on hurdle debut in a Conditions race at Compiegne over 3200m on 5 March. Returns from a break and others are preferred
BLACKBIRD – Finished 7th on hurdle debut at Auteuil over 3600m on 24 October. Likely to improve and could contest the finish
MAGIC TANIT – Improved with each start and picked up a claiming hurdle win at Agen-Le Passage over 3600m on 3 November. Can contest the finish
ORNITHINE – A three-year-old filly by Goliath du Berlais out of Brave d’Honneur who is making her debut. Watch the betting
LOLITA SEI – A three-year-old filly by Cokoriko out of Carina Tu Sei who is making her debut. Watch the betting
Summary: After a promising first run over hurdles at Strasbourg GREY FIGHTER (1) went off the mark in this code next time out at Nancy and should have plenty more to offer. He gets the vote ahead of newcomer BARITON DEBELAIR (3), a half-brother to the very smart Klitchko De Belair. LOLITA SEI (11) is bred to succeed in this code and is shortlisted. BLACKBIRD (8) will find it easier than at Auteuil and must be given some consideration.
SELECTIONS
GREY FIGHTER (1) – BARITON DEBELAIR (3) – LOLITA SEI (11) – BLACKBIRD (8)
C6 – PRIX SERGE LORAND – 1900m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000
LIBERTE CHERIE – In good form and was third in a handicap at Angers over 2100m on 27 October. Won well in March and can score again
PENRHEAD – Consistent and was runner up at Madrid over 1500m on 3 November. Can get involved with the finish once again
MOLINO – Has struggled of late and was 7th in a handicap over this course and distance on 5 November. Needs to do more to win
FAL DARA – Disappointing last run when 6th in a handicap over this track and trip on 5 November. Capable of better and has a winning chance
GABIJA – Finished 12th in a handicap over this course and distance on 5 November. Unreliable and others are preferred
MONA LISA – In good shape and was runner-up in a handicap race over this course and distance on 5 November. Won well in August and can contest the finish again
TITE NANA – Has really struggled of late and was 10th in a handicap race at Pau over 2000m on 18 February. Unreliable and is likely to need this run returning from a break
KAHOUNA – Finished 12th in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 8 November. Won twice in April but has struggled since then
ROYAL ETINCELLE – Unreliable of late and was 5th in a handicap race over this course and distance on 5 November. Capable of making the frame
PRETTY WARRIOR – Unreliable but was fourth last time out in a handicap race at Marseille-Borély over 1700m on 10 November. Could play a minor role
LA FILLE DE BERLIN – Has struggled of late and was 13th in a handicap race at Chantilly over 1900m on 11 May. Needs to find a few lengths to win
LISAYANE – Has struggled of late and was 6th in a handicap over this track and trip on 5 November. Has shown improvement but needs to do more to win
RIGHTEOUS LOVE – Struggled last time out when 12th in a handicap over this track and trip on 5 November. On a long losing streak and is best watched for now
Summary: LIBERTE CHERIE (1) posted a very promising comeback run at Angers and with the natural improvement could prove hard to beat. MONA LISA (6) showed a nice rebound of form last time out at the venue and is another one with strong winning claims. A winner of her only previous run at this course, PENRHEAD (2) ran a very good race last time out at Madrid and is shortlist material too. FAL DARA (4) is on a competitive mark and warrants some consideration.
SELECTIONS
LIBERTE CHERIE (1) – MONA LISA (6) – PENRHEAD (2) – FAL DARA (4)
C7 – GRAND STEEPLE-CHASE DE BORDEAUX – 5300m (a3m1/4) – TURF – Listed Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 74,000
GENESIS AS – Credible 3rd last time over 3900m at this track in a handicap hurdle on November 5th. Leading role likely
GRIFFON D’AUBRELLE – Has won his last three races, the latter over 4400m at Auteuil on September 24th in a handicap chase. In top form and can be on the premises
TENNESEE BASC – Has won two from three runs this year, the latest over 4000m at Durtal on November 1st in a Class 3 chase. Might find a few too smart
MY WAY – Two wins of late, the latter over 4400m in a claiming chase at Fontainebleau on October 28th. More is required in a stronger race
GALLEO CONTI – Won on the one run this year over 4200m at Meslay-Du-Maine in a Class 4 chase on October 27th. Steps back up in class, which should not be a problem
FUNWAY – Won both runs of late, the latter over 3900m in a handicap hurdle at this track on November 5th. Capable chaser and has won at this track over fences
INAYA JONES – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 3500m in a Class 1 chase at Auteuil on October 8th. Needs more consistency
POLYRISK – Won his last two races, both over fences- the latter over 4200m at Toulouse on October 31st in a handicap chase. Up in class and should relish the challenge
Summary: GALLEO CONTI (5) had a nice confidence-boosting win at Meslay-Du-Maine last time in late October and will be ready for a return to a stronger race. He was a classy hurdler and has taken well to fences with some placed efforts in Grade 1 races. POLYRISK (8) can keep the selection honest and looks like the main threat. FUNWAY (6) is a solid option each way and GENESIS AS (1) can also give a good account of himself.
SELECTIONS
GALLEO CONTI (5) – POLYRISK (8) – FUNWAY (6) – GENESIS AS (1)
C8 – PRIX DIMITRI LEGRAND – 1900m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000
SIM CARD – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that at Compiegne on October 11th over 2000m in a Class 4 race. Each way chance
MARCHELO – Unplaced last time, won before that over 2000m at San Sebastian (ESP) on September 12th. Consider
ATLANTIGO – Won last time at this track over 1900m on November 5th in a Class 4 handicap. Hard to ignore
NOIRE DESIRE – Unplaced last time, won before that over 1900m on October 13th in a Class 4 handicap. Has outside place claims
KATE DADDY – Has been 3rd on her last three runs, the latest over 2000m at Lyon Parilly in a Class 4 race on November 8th. Place chance
ZOKOA – Two unplaced runs since a 3rd at La Teste on July 10th in a Class 3 handicap over 2400m. Makes no appeal
KOLPLET – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 2000m at Marseille Borely on June 14th in a Class 4 handicap. Others make more appeal
KENDY TIME – Has four unplaced runs of late, the latter of them over 1900m at this track on November 5th in a Class 4 handicap. Out of form and best watched
BURWASH – Three unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 2100m at Vittel on August 18th in a Class 4 handicap. Opposable
MORELLO DI VENTO – 3rd last time over 1600m at Pompadour in a Class 4 race on August 18th. Has yet to win and may have to wait a while
SORIANE – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 1900m at this track on October 13th in a Class 4 handicap. Unlikely to be a threat
THECLIMB – Two unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 2100m at Tarbes on September 23rd in a Class 4 handicap. Has some appeal
ILDOUCE FLECHOIS – Two good runs of late, 2nd on the latest over 2100m at Angers on October 27th in a Class 4 handicap. Player
NOROLLES – Fair 3rd last time over 1900m at this track in a Class 4 handicap on November 5th. Among the leading place chances
Summary: ILDOUCE FLECHOIS (13) has been running well of late and is at the right end of the handicap. He can get another success at the expense of ATLANTIGO (3) who scored over course and distance last time in a Class 4 handicap earlier this month. He can once again be competitive. SIM CARD (1) is one for the each-way backers to latch on to. KATE DADDY (5) has been third on her last three starts and can not be left out.
SELECTIONS
ILDOUCE FLECHOIS (13) – ATLANTIGO (3) – SIM CARD (1) – KATE DADDY (5)
C9 – PRIX JACQUES DELAYE – 3700m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 29,000
JOCKO DU LIN – Won last time over 3800m at Cholet on November 3rd in a handicap hurdle. Ought to be thereabouts
IMOUN JERSEY – Won last time over 4200m in a Class 4 chase at Lanivisiau on September 15th. Switch to hurdles and can have a leading say in proceedings
PRINCE EXPRESS – Credible 2nd last time over 4200m at Nancy in a Class 4 race on October 27th. Has outside place claims
KAPKING – Unplaced on the only run this year over 4200m at Toulouse on October 31st in a handicap chase. Unlikely to feature
HITADOR – Fair 4th last time over 3800m at Cholet on November 3rd in a handicap hurdle. Can make the frame
JAMES – Two decent 2nd placed runs of late, the latter over 3900m at this track in a handicap hurdle on November 5th. One to pay attention too
JOURNEE DE REVE – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 3900m at Saint-Malo in a Class 4 hurdle on September 29th. Not to be discounted
MISS PEPPER – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 3900m at Pompadour on July 28th in a handicap hurdle. Can be on the premises
LOULOU DE VERGNE AA – Won last time over 3800m at Dax in a Class 4 hurdle on October 6th. Can improve from that first run of the year and be involved
GANAGO – Better run when 3rd at Royan over 4100m in a Class 4 hurdle on October 16th. Has to improve more to trouble some of these
Summary: JAMES (6) has been second in the last two runs, the latest at this track earlier this month, and looks overdue for a win. He can score from IMOUN JERSEY (2) who won last time at Landivisiau in mid-September over fences and should not be troubled by the switch back to hurdles. HITADOR (5) looks like one to include in all of the place bet permutations. JOCKO DU LIN (1) looks best of the remainder.
SELECTIONS
JAMES (6) – IMOUN JERSEY (2) – HITADOR (5) – JOCKO DU LIN (1)
R3 SAINT-CLOUD [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DU PAYS D’YVELINES – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Class 3 Claiming – Flat – EUR € 19,000

CREW DRAGON – Won last time over 1350m in a Class 2 race at Cholet on November 3rd. Competitive chance
REMAMA – Nice 2nd last time over 1400m at Deauville in a claimer on November 2nd. Among the leading chances
ALYAQUT – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that on October 10th in a handicap over 1600m at this track. One to consider for a place
MCTENETT – Credible 4th last time over 1300m in a handicap at Deauville on November 11th. Looks like a player
WELCH FUSILIER – Three recent unplaced runs, 4th before that over 1600m at Chantilly in a Class 4 race on October 17th. Needs to get back on track
MURRAY – Unplaced last time, won before that over 1500m at Mulheim (DEU) on October 6th. Can make the frame
MAIZIERES – Has several unplaced runs of late, the latter over 1400m in a handicap at Chantilly on October 28th. Looks ungenuine
LA BELLE POETE – Fair 3rd last time over 1400m in a claimer at Clairefontaine on October 25th. Can be on the premises
LOVELY ANGEL – Fair effort when 5th at this track over 1400m in a Class 3 race last time on October 10th. Ought to be thereabouts
WAKAI GO – 4th last time over 1400m at Prague (CZE) on October 27th. One that can be overlooked
UNE PEINTURE – 4th in a claimer at Amiens last time over 1650m on November 6th. Needs to be more consistent
Summary: MCTENETT (4) can step forward from a pleasing effort at Deauville recently and get back in the winner’s enclosure. His main rival could be CREW DRAGON (1) who will be full of confidence after scoring at Cholet at the start of this month. REMAMA (2) is one to include in all of the place bet permutations. LA BELLE POETE (8) was a fair third at Clairefontaine recently and makes up the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
MCTENETT (4) – CREW DRAGON (1) – REMAMA (2) – LA BELLE POETE (8)
C2 – GRAND PRIX DES APPRENTIS (FINALE CHMPT PARIS TURF DES APP & JJ) – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 19,000
E VA BIN – Won last time over 2000m in a Class 3 handicap at Fontainebleau on November 4th. Can make an impact
TALK SHOW – Two unplaced runs of late, won before that over 1900m in a Class 3 handicap at Chantilly on September 7th. Others rate higher
MON RICIN – Unplaced last time, won before that at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on October 26th over 2400m in a Class 3 handicap. Should cope with the drop in trip and be involved
ALATHEA – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 1800m at Le Croise-Laroche on October 18th in a Class 3 race. In the mix
CRACKLIN’ROSIE – Credible 4th last time over 2350m at Strasbourg on November 11th in a Class 4 handicap. Course and distance winner in late September.
PREWITT – Has good form of late, he won at Dieppe three runs back on August 27th in a Class 3 race over 1800m and has been placed twice since. Live chance
WINDJANA – Won on her latest run over 2000m at Nancy in a Class 4 handicap on October 27th. Hard to overlook for a place
ALICANTO – Two unplaced runs this year, the latter over 2200m at Chantilly on October 26th in a Class 2 handicap. Place chance
APALAIN – Decent 2nd last time over 2350m in a Class 4 race at Machecoul on November 3rd. This requires a lot more
LA DIVA D’ALBEN – 4th on her latest run over 2500m at this track in a Class 2 handicap on October 27th. Won over 2100m at this track in May. One to pay attention too
Summary: LA DIVA D’ALBEN (10) likes this racecourse and was a good fourth in a Class 2 handicap in late October when last seen. She also won over 2100m in May at this track. MON RICIN (3) will be a threat and should not have any issues with a drop in trip after a win two starts ago over 2400m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in October. ALATHEA (4) is also one to consider and she can be on the premises. E VA BIN (1) won last time and warrants respect.
SELECTIONS
LA DIVA D’ALBEN (10) – MON RICIN (3) – ALATHEA (4) – E VA BIN (1)
C3 – PRIX DU VIADUC DE SAINT-CLOUD – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 21,000
BARGING THRU – Nice 2nd last time over 1200m at Fontainebleau on November 4th in a Class 3 handicap. Can be involved off top weight
ACQUASPARTA – Three unplaced runs, the latter over 1400m at Deauville on November 8th in a maiden. Not well treated on handicap debut
ALBERTINELLI – Fair 3rd last time at Fontainebleau on November 4th in a Class 3 handicap. Capable of making an impact
CALIFORNIAGOLDRUSH – Decent 3rd last time, won before that over 1100m in a Class 4 handicap at Le Croise-Laroche on October 18th. In the mix
HAARICIA – Three unplaced runs of late, the latter over 1200m at Nimes in a Class 3 race on November 1st. Opposable
CELTIC STONE HENGE – Won by 4L last time at Le Mans over 1400m in a Class 4 handicap on November 2nd. Has a penalty but looks like a leading player
BLUE DREAM – Three unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 1100m at Le Croise-Laroche on October 18th in a Class 4 handicap. Ought to be involved
SWEET DAMIANA – Has several unplaced runs recently, the latest over 1400m at this track on November 15th in a Class 3 handicap. Unlikely to be involved
MAGIC SWORD – Has lost his form of late, unplaced at Le Croise-Laroche over 1100m on November 16th in a Class 4 handicap. Others more likely
GLICOURT – Three unplaced runs since a 3rd placed effort over 1100m at Chantilly in a Class 3 handicap on September 3rd. Needs to bounce back to form
ABRASSO – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 1100m at Le Croise-Laroche on October 18th in a Class 4 handicap. Can make the frame
KOREM – Three unplaced runs since a 4th at Compiegne on March 19th over 1400m in a Class 4 handicap. One to avoid
Summary: ALBERTINELLI (3) could be the answer to this open race. He was a nice third at Fontainebleau 18 days ago and looks ready to win. BARGING THRU (1) will do his best to make life difficult for the selection and was one place ahead in second in the Fontainebleau race. CALIFORNIAGOLDRUSH (4) is versatile trip-wise, having won at Le Croise-Laroche over 1100m two starts ago. CELTIC STONE HENGE (6) won by four lengths last time and will not be far away.
SELECTIONS
ALBERTINELLI (3) – BARGING THRU (1) – CALIFORNIAGOLDRUSH (4) – CELTIC STONE HENGE (6)
C4 – PRIX DU TUNNEL DE SAINT-CLOUD – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 23,000
KINGSWOOD FLYER – Two unplaced runs of late, 4th before that over 1400m at Compiegne on June 12th in a handicap. Can have a say
EXCALIBUR – Unplaced last time, 2nd twice before that with the latter of them at Vichy on August 23rd in a claiming race over 1000m. It ought to be in the shake-up
BABA SIM – Has several unplaced runs recently, the latest over 1200m at Fontainebleau on November 4th. Each way must with the drop in the ratings
ROGUE ENFORCER – 5th on the last two runs, the latest of them over 1100m in a Class 3 race at Chantilly on October 26th. Won in the UK last year
TILL WE DIE – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 1000m at Vichy in a Class 3 handicap on September 24th. Merits consideration
SENZA TE – Unplaced last time, won before that over 1400m at this track in a claimer on October 14th. Outside place chance
REMINISCE – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 1200m at Deauville on October 21st in a Class 3 handicap. Others make more sense
JASMIN DORE – Has several unplaced runs since a win at Toulouse over 1200m in a Class 4 handicap on June 19th. Pass over
LE CENTRAL – 5th last time over 1350m at Lyon Parilly in a Class 3 handicap on November 8th. Capable of making the top three
EXPERTISE – Two unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 1000m at Vichy on September 24th in a Class 3 handicap. Unreliable
LAMORNA COVE – Won last time at Fontainebleau over 1200m in a Class 3 handicap on November 4th. Honest and has a leading chance
WASACHOP – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that at Marseille Borely in a Class 3 handicap on October 22nd over 1200m. Looks safely held
Summary: LAMORNA COVE (11) is an honest performer who can follow up on a win at Fontainebleau earlier this month. Her biggest threat could be KINGSWOOD FLYER (1) who has been a bit off-key on the last two runs but is a capable horse who can not be overlooked. BABA SIM (3) is also worth considering and can make the top three having dropped in the handicap. TILL WE DIE (5) and LE CENTRAL (9) are both respected and can be involved at the business end.
SELECTIONS
LAMORNA COVE (11) – KINGSWOOD FLYER (1) – BABA SIM (3) – TILL WE DIE (5)
C5 – PRIX DU PLATEAU DE SACLAY – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000
MISTER POWER – Fair 4th last time over 2400m at Nantes in a Class 4 handicap on November 1st. Consider each way
SPEEDFUL – Two unplaced runs since a win over course and distance on September 20th in a Class 3 handicap. Can make presence felt
ROCHEUX – 6th last time, won before that over 1800m at Le Croise-Laroche in a Class 4 handicap on October 18th. Has a lot of work to do
SALSA DU DEMON – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 2200m at Chantilly on October 26th in a Class 3 handicap. Opposable
MORNING FIVE – Has five unplaced runs of late, the latter of them over 2900m in a Class 4 handicap at Clairefontaine on October 25th. Avoid
SAVILE ROW – Nice 2nd last time over 2500m at this track in a Class 3 handicap on October 10th. Can play a lead role
THUNDER DREAM – Two unplaced runs this year, the latter of them over 1900m at Deauville on August 22nd in a Class 4 handicap. Unlikely to be involved
KALEOBAYANE – Credible 4th last time over 2350m at Strasbourg on November 11th in a Class 4 handicap. In the mix
MER NOIR – Two unplaced runs since a win over 2950m on September 1st in a Class 4 race. One to keep safe
WINGS OF FIRE – 4th on the last two starts the latter of them over 2000m at Fontainebleau on November 4th. Among the leading chances
MONTGINO – Good 2nd last time over 2350m at Strasbourg on November 11th in a Class 4 handicap. Will not lack for match fitness
COLE CHOP – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 2100m in a Class 4 handicap on October 6th at Strasbourg. Others look more likely
AIRA – Has been 4th on the last two runs, the latest over 2600m in a Class 4 handicap on November 11th at Nimes. Pass over
FELIX FELICIS – Has two second-placed runs of late, the latter at Angers on October 22nd in a Class 4 handicap over 2100m, a win before that in September over 2400m. Player
LOUNA CHOPE – Won last time over 2350m at Strasbourg on November 11th in a Class 4 handicap. Ought to be in the shake-up
LADIE SALSA – Three unplaced runs of late, won before that over 2150m at Lyon La Soie On March 24th. Better form on the PSF
RUE DAUPHINE – Three unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 2250m at Parislongchamp on July 4th in a Class 4 handicap. Needs to be more reliable
MARIE D’ARGONNE – Has five unplaced runs this year, the latest over 2800m at this track in a Class 3 handicap on October 4th. Makes no appeal
Summary: SAVILE ROW (6) was a decent second at this track last time in early October and has a leading chance of going one better this time. FELIX FELICIS (14) has been knocking at the door with two second-placed runs recently and can once again be involved at the business end. WINGS OF FIRE (10) has performed well recently and is a good option each way. LOUNA CHOPE (15) scored at Strasbourg last time and is worth considering.
SELECTIONS
SAVILE ROW (6) – FELIX FELICIS (14) – WINGS OF FIRE (10) – LOUNA CHOPE (15)
C6 – PRIX DE LA VALLEE DE CHEVREUSE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,000
RIYAK – Fair 4th last time over 2000m at Fontainebleau on November 14th in a Class 3 handicap. Looks vulnerable
MORSAN – Nice 2nd last time over 2000m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 handicap on November 14th. Ought to be thereabouts
ATHINEOS – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that at Chantilly over 2200m in a Class 2 handicap on October 26th. Course winner over 2400m in late September. Live chance
MONA TREZY – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 2400m at Lyon Parilly in a Class 3 handicap on October 18th. Won twice before that in September. Opposable
KOURAL – Has been 4th on the last two runs, the latest over 2500m at this track in a Class 3 handicap on October 27th.In the mix
DEVILLA – Ran well to be 2nd at this track on the latest outing on October 27th in a Class 3 handicap over 2500m. Player
NEVA NEVADA – Four runs over hurdles of late, the last run on the flat was when unplaced in July, but a win before that at this track over 2100m on June 21st in a Class 4 race. Others make more appeal
BARC – Good form of late, 2nd last time, and a win before that over 2500m at this track on October 10th in a Class 3 handicap. Each way option
JOEY UP – Nice 2nd at this track last time over 2500m in a Class 3 handicap on October 10th. Respect for a place
KARIOITAHI – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 2200m at Chantilly on October 26th in a Class 3 handicap. Course winner last year over 2100m. Needs more consistency
STORMY NIGHT – Credible 2nd last time over 2000m at Fontainebleau on November 4th in a Class 3 handicap. Has won over 2000m at this track in November 2023. One to keep safe
SOULOU MALPIC – 4th last time, won before that over 2800m at Lyon Parilly on October 18th in a Class 4 race. Might need a few to falter
DARLYVI – Unplaced last time, won before that over 2100m at Strasbourg on October 6th in a Class 4 handicap. Others seem better equipped
DON’T WATCH ME CRY – Has been 3rd on her last two runs, the latter over 2500m at this track in a Class 3 handicap on October 27th. Seems to like this track
SHATTERHAND – Three unplaced runs since a 4th placed effort over 2500m in a Class 3 handicap at Parislongchamp on September 5th. Pass over
SANDSTORM – Ran well to be 2nd at Chantilly over 2200m in a Class 3 handicap on October 26th. Track form, not the best
INCA MAN – 4th last time over 1900m at Cholet in a Class 4 handicap on November 3rd. Best left alone
VENICE WAY – Won last time over 2200m at Chantilly on October 26th in a Class 3 handicap. Has failed in three previous runs at this track
Summary: DEVILLA (6) seems to like this track and was a good second here in late October when she last raced. Her main threat could be ATHINEOS (3) who is a previous winner at this track in September and can once again be competitive. BARC (8) has a nice racing weight and is a recent winner at this venue in October of a Class 3 handicap. KOURAL (5) has been fourth at this track on her last two runs and warrants respect.
SELECTIONS
DEVILLA (6) – ATHINEOS (3) – BARC (8) – KOURAL (5)
C7 – PRIX DES FALAISES DES VACHES NOIRES – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 23,000
INTISAR – Nice 2nd last time over 1600m in a handicap at Fontainebleau on November 4th. Live chance
ESSAI TRANSFORME – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 1400m at Strasbourg on November 11th in a Class 4 handicap. The third run this month
CIRCLE OF DREAMS – Three unplaced runs since a win over 1600m at Royan on September 15th in a Class 3 race. One to pay attention too
BLACK LIVES MATTER – Has been in good shape, 3rd last time over 1300m in a Class 4 race at Deauville on November 9th. Won at Compiegne on October 11th in a Class 3 handicap. Sets the standard
MANDRES – 5th last time, won before that over 1900m at Deauville on August 22nd in a Class 3 handicap. In the mix
SIMONS KING – Has four unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 1600m at Chantilly on May 2nd in a Class 4 handicap. Can make the top four
MORHIB – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 1600m at Clairefontaine on July 5th in a Class 3 handicap.
PRAIRIE GLORY – Four unplaced runs recently, the latter over 1650m at Amiens on November 6th in a Class 4 race. Has work to do
JOYCE GALESTE – Unplaced last time, won before that over 1800m in a Class 3 handicap on September 17th at Compiegne. Among the leading chances
CRUELLA DE VIL – Two unplaced runs recently, 2nd before that over 1600m in a Class 3 handicap on July 12th at Compiegne. Opposable
L’ARGENT – 4th last time over 1650m at Amiens on November 6th in a conditions race. Looks vulnerable
SAINT FIACRE – Won four runs back at Vittel in August and has run credibly since then, 5th last time over 1650m on November 6th at Amiens in a Class 4 handicap. Each way option
FASTER – UNplaced last time, 3rd before that over 1400m at Compiuegne on October 11th in a Class 3 handicap. Others make more appeal
Summary: BLACK LIVES MATTER (4) has been in good form recently and was a good third at Deauville when last seen 13 days ago. He can edge this from INTISAR (1) who ran well to be second at Fontainebleau earlier this month over 1600m. JOYCE GALESTE (9) was a winner two starts ago and is one for the each-way backers to take seriously. CIRCLE OF DREAMS (3) has few unplaced runs of late but is capable of being involved.
SELECTIONS
BLACK LIVES MATTER (4) – INTISAR (1) – JOYCE GALESTE (9) – CIRCLE OF DREAMS (3)
C8 – PRIX DES FALAISES DE JOBOURG – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 30,000
RISING BLAST – Has won his last two races, the latter over 1600m at this track on November 10th in a Class 3 handicap. Ought to be thereabouts
BENIMARU – Unplaced last time, won before that over 1600m at this track on October 10th in a handicap. Consider
DIVINE CHRISNAT – Credible 4th at this track on November 10th over 1600m in a Class 2 handicap. One to side with each-way
GLORY WOOD – 5th last time over 1600m at Lyon Parilly on October 31st in a Class 2 race. Won in September over 2000m at the same track. Hard to rule out
KILOECHO – Two unplaced runs of late, 4th before that over 1400m at Fontainebleau on September 22nd in a Class 3 race. Unlikely to threaten some of these
ST ELVIRA – 4th last time over 1600m at Lyon Parilly on October 31st in a Class 3 handicap. Others make more sense
TREIZIEME MOIS – Unplaced last time over 2000m at Compiegne on August 30th, 2023 in a handicap. Will need this comeback run
GRAND BALCON – Better run last time when 3rd at Chantilly on October 26th in a Class 3 race over 1600m. Could be coming back to his best from
JACK O’BOY – Nice 2nd last time over 1600m at this track on November 11th in a Class 3 handicap and a win before that in October over 1400m at this track. Sets the standard
BOZZO – 5th last time over 1600m at this track on November 10th in a Class 3 handicap, did win at this track in October over 1600m. Likes this track and can not be discounted
KIMINA – Won last time over 1800m on October 25th in a Class 3 handicap at Clairefontaine. Place chance
MAX VERST – Two good 2nd placed runs, the latter over 2100m in a Class 3 handicap at Marseille Borely on November 10th. Live contender
BEJAR – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 1800m at Chantilly on October 1st in a handicap. Pass over
Summary: JACK O’BOY (9) was a good second at this track last time, which followed a win before that in October over 1400m. He is preferred to MAX VERST (12) who has been second on his last two runs and looks like the main danger to the selection. DIVINE CHRISNAT (3) shaped well at this track when fourth recently and looks like the each-way option. RISING BLAST (1) has been in top form and can not be overlooked at this track.
SELECTIONS
JACK O’BOY (9) – MAX VERST (12) – DIVINE CHRISNAT (3) – RISING BLAST (1)
R4 TOULOUSE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LA MAISON SAMARAN – 2950m (a2m) – Class A Race – Harness – EUR € 35,000

LAMIE QUICK – A runner-up in a class D at Beaumont de-Lomagne over 2400m on 9 September. Consistent sort but is facing stronger
LUKYA CHOISIE – A winner of the last two, the latest in a class D at Saint-Galmier over 2600m on 16 October. Facing stronger but is not out of it
LIBERTINE ECAJEUL – Disqualified in a class B at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 23 October. Needs to find a few lengths to be competitive
LEWIS D’EVRON – Finished 7th in a class B at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 23 October. A consistent sort that disappointed in the latest but is capable of playing a minor role
L’ECRIN D’OR – A winner in a class C at Beaumont de-Lomagne over 2400m on 13 October. Has won on this track and can be involved in the finish again
LUCKY PIYA – Well beaten 8th in a class B at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 23 October. Third in the penultimate start at this track and might play a minor role
LOUP INDIEN – Ignore the latest in a class B at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 23 October. Lightened in the shoeing department and can return to winning ways
LUXOR DE VILLABON – Disqualified in a Mounted Group 1 at Caen over 2450m on 12 October. Unreliable and others are preferred
LE MAGICIEN – Finished 6th in a class B at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 23 October. In good form before that and has a winning chance
LINADA BELLA – A runner-up in a class B at Saint-Galmier over 2625m on 5 November. Improved latest effort and this will be the third run back. Place prospects at best
LUKE SKYWALKER – In very good form and was third in a class B at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 23 October. A consistent sort who shoudl fight out the finish again
Summary: LOUP INDIEN (7) has been good so far and should make a bold attempt at winning this opening event. LUKE SKYWALKER (11) has been very good and consistent so should be involved with the finish yet again. LE MAGICIEN (9) did not show his best last time out but is clearly not out of it. LUKYA CHOISIE (2) continues to improve and could complete a hat-trick.
SELECTIONS
LOUP INDIEN (7) – LUKE SKYWALKER (11) – LE MAGICIEN (9) – LUKYA CHOISIE (2)
C2 – PRIX DU CHATEAU BELLEVUE LA FORET – 2950m (a2m) – Class A Race – Harness – EUR € 35,000
KIANNICK OF NOUIC – A runner-up in a class F at Castelsarrasin over 2375m on 10 November. Tries barefoot for the first time and has sufficient means to fight for a place on the podium
KASGAGNAT – Finished 6th in a class E at Beaumont de-Lomagne over 2400m on 1 November. A four-time winner but is facing stronger. Place prospects
KADEHO DE FRAMIST – Disqualified in a class B at this track over 2950m on 27 September. Must be wise and needs to find a few lengths
KAVALEUR D’ENFER – Third in a class D at Beaumont de-Lomagne over 2400m on 13 October. Improved effort in the latest and did win on this track in February. Go close
KOOL DU PORHOET – Well beaten 7th in a class D at Castéra-Verduzan over 2800m on 19 August. Been on a break and might need it. Others are preferred
KATONA – Disqualified in a class D at Beaumont de-Lomagne over 2400m on 13 October. Needs to be wise to have a chance
KAROUZO – A runner-up in a class D at Montauban over 2400m on 20 October. Some improvement in the latest and must confirm that
KEEP COOL – A winner in a class D at Beaumont de-Lomagne over 2400m on 13 October. Reverts to barefoot. A super consistent sort that should make a bold bid for victory
KOUBA BLUE – Finished 6th in a class B at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 23 October. Reverts to barefoot. Seldom far off them and can make the frame
KING DRY – Third in a class B at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 23 October. Remains barefoot. Won the penultimate on this track and is capable of contesting the finish again
KOLBE DESBOIS – Fifth in a class B at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 23 October. Reverts to barefoot. Has not won for some time. Can play a minor role at best
Summary: KEEP COOL (8) was a winner last time out and will be barefoot this time. A confident vote to score. KING DRY (10) has won at this course and was not disgraced when third last month. KAVALEUR D’ENFER (4) has also won at this track before and deserves respect. KIANNICK OF NOUIC (1) will be unshod for the very first time and can also be considered a possible winner.
SELECTIONS
KEEP COOL (8) – KING DRY (10) – KAVALEUR D’ENFER (4) – KIANNICK OF NOUIC (1)
C3 – PRIX DU DOMAINE DE CADEILLAC – 2950m (a2m) – Class A Race – Harness – EUR € 40,000
JAVA DE CAPONET – Fifth in a class E at Beaumont de-Lomagne over 2400m on 3 September. At best can play a minor role
JULIAN DARK – Unplaced in a class D at Agen-Le Passage over 2575m on 23 October. Poor recent efforts and needs to find a few lengths
JOSS AIMEF – Finished 11th in a class D at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2625m on 9 November. Others are preferred in this line-up
JAKADI DE VAUVILLE – Third in a class B at Marseille-Vivaux over 2650m on 3 November. Seldom far off them and can earn some minor money
JASPER QUESNOT – Finished 10th in a class B at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 26 October. Unreliable sort but did place second in June on this track
JOSEPHA CHOUP – Disqualified in a class D at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2625m on 9 November. A track winner in April and can be involved in the finish
JAGUAR DU LONDEL – A runner-up in a class C at this track over 2950m on 27 September. Remains barefoot. Holding form well and is not out of it
JEANBLANC DUEM – Unplaced in a class D at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2625m on 9 November. Probably needed the latest and could surprise
JET JET JET – Finished 10th in a class D at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2625m on 9 November. Tries barefoot. Has sufficient means to fight for victory
JET DE LA FERME – Disqualified in a class D at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2625m on 9 November. Reverts to barefoot. Was third in September on this track and can contest the finish
JOIE DE BERTRANGE – Finished 7th in a class B at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 26 October. Remains barefoot. Will be fitter this time and did place second in May on this track
JACANA – Unplaced in a class D at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2625m on 9 November. Reverts to barefoot. Deserves to be respected and was not far behind (9) JET JET JET in the latest
JASMIN MERITE – Disqualified in a class B at Beaumont de-Lomagne over 2550m on 13 October. Disqualification issues and best watched for now
JOLIE DE L’AUMANCE – Finished 6th in a class B at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 26 October. Remains barefoot. Others are preferred in this line-up
Summary: JET JET JET (9) will be unshod all four this time around and can bounce back to score. Stable companion JACANA (12) is also barefoot and can be a lively danger. A strong hand for Yannick Henry. JET DE LA FERME (10) faulted last time out but is unshod and could be a threat. JAGUAR DU LONDEL (7) is holding form and should also be involved with the finish.
SELECTIONS
JET JET JET (9) – JACANA (12) – JET DE LA FERME (10) – JAGUAR DU LONDEL (7)
C4 – PRIX DE LA FROMAGERIE BETTY – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 39,000
GAI MATIN – Finished 8th in a class A at Argentan over 2875m on 3 November. Unreliable but is capable of winning a race like this
GYS – Finished 10th in a class A at Laval over 2850m on 1 November. Reverts to barefoot. A strong finisher and is capable of contesting the finish
GABY DES VALS – A runner-up in a class D at Ajaccio over 2400m on 3 November. Unreliable sort and others are preferred
FRONSAC – Finished 12th in a class C at Marseille-Borely over 3000m on 15 November. Reverts to barefoot and does perform well in this configuration. Big chance
FARANDOLE DI PALBA – Disqualified in a class C at this track over 2750m on 13 November. Poor recent efforts and needs to improve
FUTUR DU CHENE – Finished 9th in a class C at this track over 2750m on 13 November. Reverts to barefoot and probably needed the latest. Won on this track in February and is not out of it
ENTRE AMIS – Fourth in a class C at this track over 2750m on 13 November. Can play a minor role. Showed improvement in the latest on this track
GALANT DE CAREL – Well beaten 8th in a class C at this track over 2750m on 13 November. Needs to find a few lengths to be competitive
GAVROCHE DE L’ITON – Finished 6th in a class D at Amiens over 2400m on 15 November. Remains barefoot. Capable of making the frame
GENERAL DU NORD – Well beaten 9th in a class D at Nimes over 2750m on 1 November. Three poor efforts since returning from a break
FALCON D’OURVILLE – Disqualified in a class D at Auch over 2800m on 11 November. Probably best watched for now
FILOU DE SITA – Third in a class D at Beaumont de-Lomagne over 2550m on 13 October. Holding form and has place prospects
GALUPIN DE PAIL – A runner-up in a class D at Saint-Galmier over 2600m on 5 November. Did show some improvement in the latest and can make the frame
FRIMEUR NARCY – Disqualified in a class D at Auch over 2800m on 11 November. Others are preferred in this line-up
Summary: GAI MATIN (1) is well placede at the start. He is better than his last run would suggest and in a very open looking race gets a narrow nod to win. FRONSAC (4) is usually very competitive when unshod so can go close to winning. GYS (2) is barefoot and capable of a strong finish when in the right frame of mind. FUTUR DU CHENE (6) has won and this course and also unshod this time.
SELECTIONS
GAI MATIN (1) – FRONSAC (4) – GYS (2) – FUTUR DU CHENE (6)
C5 – PRIX DU CRU MINERVOIS – 2950m (a2m) – Class G Race – Harness – EUR € 19,000
JE SUIS RENKA – Disappointing last run when 6th in class G at Nimes over 2750m on 17 November. On a long losing streak and needs to do more to win
JUSSICA MELODY – Disappointing last run when 11th in Class G at Auch over 2250m on 11 November. Capable of better and could earn some minor money
JANCYANE D’ISOP – Unreliable and was 9th in class F at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 15 September when barefoot. On a long losing streak but could play a minor role
JIKA SAUTONNE – Disappointing of late and was 8th in class F at Castelsarrasin over 2375m on 10 November. Won well in September and can repeat if in the same mood
JAMAIQUE DE MADKER – Finished 9th in class G at Pontchâteau over 2800m on 1 November. Has major disqualification issues and others are preferred
JYRHEA D’HAMELINE – Disqualified in class F at Castelsarrasin over 2375m on 10 November. Unreliable and others are preferred
J’AIME BARAKA – Only modest of late and was 8th in class G at Auch over 2250m on 11 November. Capable of better and has a winning chance
JAZZIE MARIVALOISE – Only modest of late and was 8th in class G at Auch over 2250m on 11 November. Won well in September and is capable of being a threat
JULIE DU NORD – Disqualified in class G at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 10 November. Has major disqualification issues and makes little appeal
JIKOA EFJI – Showed some improvement when runner-up in class G at Auch over 2250m on 11 November. Barefoot and is not out of it
JOY DE BALESTAT – 4th in class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 3 November. Has shown improvement and can score better. Place chance
JULIETTE D’OO – 8th in class E at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2775m on 21 October. Won well in March and has placed as a runner up since. Place chance
JUST A SONG – Showed improvement when runner-up unner up in class G at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2400m on 1 November. Can go one better this time
JERIKA LOVE – Disqualified in class G at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 3 November. Has major disqualification issues and is best watched for now
Summary: A very difficult race where JIKA SAUTONNE (4) is the choice as she done well at this track. J’AIME BARAKA (7) is clearly capable of better than the recent form suggests and could be a lively danger. JUST A SONG (13) only found one better on the day last time out and has an obvious winning chance. JULIETTE D’OO (12) is unreliable but is one of many more that could score.
SELECTIONS
JIKA SAUTONNE (4) – J’AIME BARAKA (7) – JUST A SONG (13) – JULIETTE D’OO (12)
C6 – PRIX DE LA MAISON GARCIA – 2750m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 21,000
ISEA D’HOULBEC – Not disgraced when 5th in class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 3 November. Has a place chance
INDY DE LANDEMER – Did not show his best when 7th in class G at Saint-Malo over 2650m on 1 November. Capable of better and can bounce back to score
IMPATIENT DU LUPIN – Unreliable and was 6th in class D at Ajaccio over 2400m on 3 November when barefoot. On a long losing streak and more is needed this time
IDOLE DE LA COTE – Disappointing last run when 8th in class D at Virreal over 2450m on 10 August. Capable of better and could contest the finish
IXO DES PLANS – Not disgraced when fourth in class F at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 3 November. Unreliable and needs to find a few lengths to win
ISLENA – Disqualified in class D at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2400m on 1 November. Has disqualification issues and is best watched for now
INDY RED – Has disqualification issues and was 9th in class F at F at Agen-Le Passage over 2575m on 17 November. Has major disqualification issues and makes little appeal
IPIPIP DES SABLES – Holding form and was third in a claimer at Agen-Le Passage over 2575m on 4 November. Has shown improvement but needs to do more to beat these rivals
ILET DE LA MITRIE – Unreliable and was 8th in class F at Castelsarrasin over 2375m on 10 November. Capable of earning some minor money
IDEAL FONGUILLERES – Finished 11th in Class E at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 3 November. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
IRINA DU GLAY – Unreliable but was runner-up in class E at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 3 November when barefoot. Has shown improvement and could make the frame
INVICTUS LOVE – Showed soem improvement when fourth in class G at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 9 November. Returns barefoot and could surprise
IGOR D’URZY – Disqualified in class F at Marseille-Borély over 2300m on 24 October. Won well in September and can earn some money if in the right mood
IQUITO DU LEARD – Unreliable and was 8th in class E at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 3 November. Needs to find a few lengtsh to win
ICARIOS GEMINI – In good shape and was third in class F at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 19 October. Has a winning chance
IDOLE DE BEYLEV – Disqualified in class F at Argenten over 2875m on 3 November. Has major disqualification issues and is best watched for now
Summary: INDY DE LANDEMER (2) did not show his best last time out but is capable of bouncing back to beat these rivals. IDOLE DE LA COTE (4) is better judged on a cracking penultimate start performance and she has a winning chance. ICARIOS GEMINI (15) remains in good form and should be in the thick of things yet again. IRINA DU GLAY (11) showed improvement last time out and could go one better this time.
SELECTIONS
INDY DE LANDEMER (2) – IDOLE DE LA COTE (4) – ICARIOS GEMINI (15) – IRINA DU GLAY (11)
C7 – PRIX DU CHATEAU DE CHANTEGRIVE – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 28,000
GOLD SPEED – Runner up in class D at Auch over 2800m on 11 November. This looks a tougher race but might play a minor role
HO MEDOCAIN – Unreliable but was not disgraced when fourth in class F at Auch over 2800m on 11 November. Won twice this year and is not out of it
GOLD DE LA COTE – Hard to trust but was third in class F at Agen-Le Passage over 2050m on 4 November. Has a place chance
GALLIANO D’EVA – Finished 8th in class F at Auch over 2800m on 11 November. On a long losing streak and needs to find a few lengths to win
HORUS DES CHAMPS – Unreliable and was 9th in class F at this course over 2750m on 28 October. Returns barefoot and could be the surprise package of the race
HILAIRE DES PLANS – Finished 5th in class F at Auch over 2800m on 11 November. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
HASPARNE DUEM – Disqualified in class F at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2400m on 16 May. Returns from a break and is likely to need this run
HOSANNA DE CHENU – Victorious in Class F at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2500m on 9 November. Remains barefoot and can double up
HADES DE SUCE – Disqualified in class G at Toulouse over 2950m on 13 November. In good form before that and has a winning chance
GITANO DE FELINE – Disqualified in class D at Auch over 2800m on 11 November. Has disqualification issues and makes little appeal
GRANITA DES BOIS – Not disgraced when fourth in class D at Auch over 2800m on 11 November. Unreliable and probably needs to do more to win
HAJIME – Disqualified in class G at Toulouse over 2950m on 13 November. Capable of making the frame when in the mood
HARCOURT DE PADD – Unreliable but was a good third in class E at Agen-Le Passage over 2575m on 17 November when barefoot. Victorious in October and can contest the finish
HEYDAY – In very good form and was runner-up in class E at Agen-Le Passage over 2575m on 17 November. Remains barefoot and can go one better
Summary: HOSANNA DE CHENU (8) was impressive in her victory last time out but will need to do it all again from a difficult starting position. HEYDAY (14) and HARCOURT DE PADD (13) are both in very good form and will not make it easy for the selection. They deserve respect. HO MEDOCAIN (2) has won a couple of times this year but is unreliable. He can, however, make the frame.
SELECTIONS
HOSANNA DE CHENU (8) – HEYDAY (14) – HARCOURT DE PADD (13) – HO MEDOCAIN (2)
C8 – PRIX TERROIR DU SUD-OUEST – 2950m (a2m) – Class G Race – Harness – EUR € 16,500
KING OF TERRAIL – Finished 7th in class F at Castelsarrasin over 2375m on 10 November. Remains barefoot and has disqualification issues. Makes little appeal
KYSKO DE LOU – Finished 5th in class F at Auch over 2800m on 11 November. Needs to do a bit more to beat these rivals
KING’S GAME – Has struggled of late and was 8th in class F at Castelsarrasin over 2375m on 10 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
KOSSINUS – Unreliable and was 6th in class G at Agen-Le Passage over 2575m on 4 November. Capable of making the frame
KILIM DE MEAUTIS – Finished th in class G at Agen-Le Passage over 2575m on 4 November. Has major disqualification issues but could play a minor role when smart
KIWI DE BLAY – Disqualified in class F at Agen-Le Passage over 2575m on 15 September. Battling to find best form and makes little appeal
KASSAV – In good shape and was third in class F at Montauban over 2400m on 27 October. Should fight out the finish yet again
KASHMIR’S FELLA – Finished 10th in a claimer at Agen-Le Passage over 2575m on 4 November. Barefoot and could show improvement
KAKAO DECAST – Showed improvement when runner up in class F at Montauban over 2400m on 27 October when barefoot. Not unshod this time but could play a minor role
KRAK BEJI – Disqualified in class F at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 9 November. Has major disqualification issues and others are preferred
KUNTA KINTE – Disqualified in class E at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2400m on 1 November. In good form before that and can bounce back to win
KAYCAT WARRIOR – Disappointing last run when 9th in class E at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2775m on 21 October. Did better in his penultimate start and has a place chance
KROONER D’ORION – Unreliable and was fourth ina claimer at Castera-Verduzan over 2825m on 7 October. On a long losing streak and more is needed to win
KRISTAL DU PALAIS – Not disgraced when 5th in class F at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 9 November. can be very competitive again
Summary: KUNTA KINTE (11) was in very good form before faulting last time out. He can bounce back and take out this lucky last race. KASSAV (7) is usually competitive and will not go down without a fight for top honours. KRISTAL DU PALAIS (14) was not disgraced last time out over a similar distance. KOSSINUS (4) is not easy to trust but is capable of making the frame.
SELECTIONS

French Selections Friday 22nd

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