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French Selections Thursday 28th

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R1 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE BOURIGNY – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class A Race – Harness – EUR € 71,000

  1. JIM PERRINE – Failed to pull off the hat-trick when 12th of 16, behind JOLIE SURPRISE (2), in a 2700m Class B here 3 weeks ago. Thrives over these shorter trips and should not be hastily-condemned
  2. JOLIE SURPRISE – 5th of 16 in a 2700m Class B here 3 weeks ago. Is not about to cause an upset but is not incapable of picking up a minor place cheque
  3. JOCONDE SIBEY – Was expected to finish closer than 5th of 13 in a 3000m Nantes Class A 11 days ago. Is confirmed in this class though and Louis Baudouin will not be displeased with the draw
  4. JINGLE DELO – Out of the picture in both starts since the break, latterly 14th of 16, behind JOLIE SURPRISE (2), in a 2700m Class B here 3 weeks ago. Shoes back on and poses no danger
  5. JE REVE DU BOIS – Back under harness after being sanctioned in a 2850m Laval monté Class A on 1 November. In the frame in 2 of 3 here when barefoot, and the draw will only help his chances
  6. IMMORTAL DOC – Makes Vincennes debut after running 4th in 2140m Breeders Crown semi-final in Solvalla on 3 November. David Thomain in the bike this time and is sufficiently well-drawn to make his presence felt
  7. WORKING CLASS HERO – Has not been seen out since coming 6th of 10 over 2140m at Solvalla in August. Starts in front, won last time over the main track, and will be barefoot this time
  8. HNOKKI SPEED – Has failed to excel since coming to France, most recently sanctioned in a Gr.3 over course and distance 11 days ago, and can be passed over
  9. JUSSEO – Unraced since winning a 2925m Cagnes Class A 3 months ago. Stays shod for comeback and best to wait
  10. DESTINY DI POGGIO – Classy campaigner that ran 4th of 12 in Gr.2 Prix Marcel Laurent over course and distance earlier in the month. Handed a tough draw but with JMB back in the bike, can trot off with the silverware
  11. JIGSAW PUZZLE – Unremarkable 4th of 9 in a 2700m Class B here mid-October. Comes here fresh but is simply not up to the task
  12. DAYAK (ITY) – Useful element making first appearance since being sanctioned in a 2850m Class B here last August. Is barefoot for re-entry but the draw will do him no favours
  13. DUBHE PRAV – Transformed over recent months, latterly just missing out for the hat-trick over a mile in Turin early-November. Is confirmed here and , even from the back line, can get in on the action
  14. MAN OF STEEL (GER) – Sanctioned over 1900m at Berlin-Mariendorf on 20 October. Stays shod for Vincennes debut and the draw only compounds matters
  15. HEARTBEAT THUNDER – 4th of 14 to DESTINY DI POGGIO (10) in a Class C over course and distance on 25 October. Will have come on for the run and, while unlikely to beat her, can nevertheless apply more pressure this time
  16. YAHOO DIAMANT – Returns to Paris after winning over 3100m at Wolvega. Has never left Vincennes empty-handed and, even in spite of an unfavourable draw, is not about to start
    Summary: DESTINY DI POGGIO (10) has simply thrived since coming to France last winter and, reconfigured following her Gr.2 Prix Marcel Laurent run, can defy the draw and win this. Quality nordic import, HEARTBEAT THUNDER (15) ran 4th to her late last month, on his first French start, and again looks the principal threat. Winner of 2 in the provinces before failing to fire here earlier in the month, JIM PERRINE (1) nonetheless starts in front and gets a good chance at redemption. Although somewhat below-par at Nantes recently, JOCONDE SIBEY (3) has never disappointed at Vincennes in this configuration and must be respected.
    SELECTIONS
    DESTINY DI POGGIO (10) – HEARTBEAT THUNDER (15) – JIM PERRINE (1) – JOCONDE SIBEY (3)
    C2 – PRIX DE MASSIAC – 2200m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Mounted – EUR € 41,000
  17. JUPITER CAPTAIN – Off the boil over recent months, latterly sanctioned in a 2175m Class F here on 9 November, and can be confidently disregarded
  18. JALIENORTH GAME – Sanctioned early in a 2850m Parilly Class F mid-month. Has done nothing of note for some time and, even though reconfigured, can be ruled out
  19. JOKER D’AMARO – Imposed under the saddle at Caen before running 3rd of 13 in a 2650m Saint-Galmier harness Class F last week. Makes first appearance on inner track and may be taking on too much this time
  20. JINGLE DES BROUETS – Well-beaten 4th of 7 to JESOLO (10) in a 2175m Class F here on 9 November. Always gives his best though and can get a look-in
  21. JEAN DES GLENAN – Has not been seen out since running 7th of 11 in a 2975m Dinan harness claimer early-August. Reverts to a previous configuration but will still have nothing to contribute
  22. JEAN NO DU MARGAS – Debuts in the discipline after quickly faulting in a 2725m Graignes Class E on 12 November. Has however done enough under harness to be considered a decent prospect, and with Paul Ploquin in the irons will be given every chance
  23. JOBOURG MESLOIS – Got back in the game with victory in a 2800m Strasbourg Class F on 25 October. Has no Vincennes references but has talent in spades and, in current form, is unlikely to disappoint
  24. JOYAU DE JANZE – Seldom disappointing, latterly an unlucky 4th of 9 in a 2850m Laval Class E 3 weeks ago. Is evidently close to his race and will be expected to bring the fight to JESOLO (10)
  25. JOBERMAN DU HOME – Makes first appearance since being sanctioned in a 2875m Enghien Class D on 10 October. Has nothing to prove under the saddle, races barefoot for the occasion, and on good behaviour can finish in the mix
  26. JESOLO – Easy winner, in a personal best of 1’11″2, of a 2175m Class F here on 9 November. Has a lot going for him again and can double up
    Summary: Remarkable winner over the main track earlier in the month, JESOLO (10) is just 740 Euros from elimination and, already confirmed on the inner course, will be a tough nut to crack. That being said, the reconfigured JOYAU DE JANZE (8) has been dynamic for the past 6 months and looks the main threat. Back in the form he demonstrated earlier this year, JOBOURG MESLOIS (7) will be no pushover.
    SELECTIONS
    JESOLO (10) – JOYAU DE JANZE (8) – JOBOURG MESLOIS (7) – JOBERMAN DU HOME (9)
    C3 – PRIX D’AVRANCHES – 2850m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 35,000
  27. LAST CHANCE – Improving filly that ran a courageous 3rd of 8 in a 2725m Graignes Class E earlier in the month. Takes a notable climb up the category-ladder though and will struggle to make her mark
  28. LOVE PROFUSION – Lost her maiden status [at 9th time of asking] in a 2700m Graignes Class F on 2 November. Consistently gives her best and should be good enough to make first 5
  29. LA COMTESSE MADRIK – One-paced 7th of 10, behind LUNE DE L’EMION (9), in a 2200m Class E here on 5 November. Is not without merit but still needs to take her game up a notch
  30. LIFE IS BRIGHT – Returns to racing over longer after being sanctioned in a 2100m Class E here last week. Is not lacking ability, just reliability. Chance
  31. LATIKA BELLA – Got off the mark at Challans before coming 5th of 13 in a 2150m Enghien Class D a month ago. Takes a dip in category and can make this her own
  32. LOVE LETTERS FERM – 3rd of 10 at 63/1, a place behind LILY ROSE MYSTIC (8), in a 2550m Reims Class E a fortnight ago, but a repeat is not anticipated
  33. LELLAMIKA – Placed twice before running 5th of 11 in a 2200m Caen Class D on 20 October, but may be taking on too much this time
  34. LILY ROSE MYSTIC – Imposed at La Capelle before running 2nd of 10 in a 2550m Reims Class E 2 weeks ago. Takes on a better lot this time but with Damien Bonne in the bike, will be afforded every chance
  35. LUNE DE L’EMION – Respectable 4th of 10 in a 2200m Class E here on 5 November. Has been fitted with pads for first time and must be afforded respect
  36. LIBERTY JOSSELYN – Useful sort that finished last of 8, on return to competition, in a 2175m Class D here 3 weeks ago. Will have come on for the run, should take well to these conditions, and can play a prominent role
  37. LALUNA DES FORGES – Returned from a long absence with victory in a 2550m Reims Class E on 20 October. Is unquestionably on the way up and will have a lot to offer if Romain Derieux keeps her trotting
    Summary: A quality filly that is clearly superior to the opposition, LATIKA BELLA (5) makes her Vincennes debut in excellent shape and can make it a winning one. Leading the opposition is the well-engaged pair of LIBERTY JOSSELYN (10) who visibly showed her form on re-entry, and LALUNA DES FORGES (11) who got straight down to business on her own comeback. LIFE IS BRIGHT (4) is still rather green, but her potential is not in question and, if applied, could pleasantly surprise.
    SELECTIONS
    LATIKA BELLA (5) – LIBERTY JOSSELYN (10) – LALUNA DES FORGES (11) – LIFE IS BRIGHT (4)
    C4 – PRIX DE GENSAC – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C Race – Mounted – EUR € 46,000
  38. LEON DE LA COURBE – Unexceptional 5th of 10 in a 2200m Class E here mid-month. Is an honest sort though, appreciates the main track, and can get in on the action
  39. LABEL DE LARRE – Courageous 4th at Enghien before finishing last but one in 19 November race of reference. Pads fitted this time but still looks out of his depth
  40. LUTHER – Capable type that was sanctioned on comeback early-October in a 2875m Meslay harness Class D. Won over course and distance during the spring [beating LORD CATH (5)] and, if focused, will be dangerous
  41. LEADER DE SEVRE – Back under the saddle after 2 harness fresheners, most recently finishing last of 11 in a Class D over course and distance. Has no main-track references and others easier to back
  42. LORD CATH – Runner-up over course and distance before repeating in a 2175m Class D here on 19 November. Is evidently on the right track and is not incapable of getting off the mark
  43. LATINO PURA VIDA – Raced better in a harness Class D over course and distance 2 weeks ago than his 6th of 11 would suggest. Cannot be considered a player but is still worth monitoring
  44. LUSSABEAU – Showed marginal improvement when 5th of 9, behind LORD CATH (5), in a 2175m Class D here last week, but is unlikely to confirm
  45. LOTI SOLO – Last of 9 in a 2850m Laval harness Class A conditioner on 16 November. Front pads fitted but still appears to be facing a stiff test
  46. LEONARD DU CLOS – Imposed at Enghien last month before running 4th of 9, behind LORD CATH (5), in a 2175m Class D here last week. In better category this time but can still hold his own
  47. LITTLE DAIDOU – 9th of 11, behind LATINO PURA VIDA (6), when preparing for this in a harness Class D over course and distance a fortnight ago. Outclassed the opposition on lone start in the code and, with application, should have this in the bag
  48. L’AS DE COEUR – Clearly capable but sanctioned in last 3, latterly a Class B over course and distance on 12 November. Is confirmed under these conditions however and must not be discounted
  49. LE PRIEURE – Won 3 in a row before coming 3rd of 9, a place behind LORD CATH (5), in a 2175m Class D here last week. Enjoys a very good entry and will have a lot to contribute
  50. LUCIFER D’ORPHEE – Won a Vichy Class D before coming 2nd of 9 in a Class B over course and distance mid-October. Is close to winning another but may have to settle for a place payout this time
    Summary: After having won 3 of his first 4, LITTLE DAIDOU (10) now faces his first objective of the winter after a brace of harness conditioners, and with application can wrap this up. Mathieu Mottier will nevertheless be justifiably wary of LORD CATH (5) who has been lurking lately, and LE PRIEURE (12) who has been a revelation since switching codes. Even better-engaged at the limit of earnings, the similarly-performant LUCIFER D’ORPHEE (13) returns fresh and will be no easy touch.
    SELECTIONS
    LITTLE DAIDOU (10) – LORD CATH (5) – LE PRIEURE (12) – LUCIFER D’ORPHEE (13)
    C5 – PRIX DU SAP – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 68,000
  51. GALA DE CRENNES – 8th of 9 in a 2700m Class B here on 9 November. Ideally-engaged though and in spite of the unfavourable draw, still looks good enough to challenge for a place on the podium
  52. GINKO DU ROUSSOIR – Steps back in category after finishing an honourable 8th of 14, a place behind GALA DE CRENNES (1), in a 3000m Nantes Gr.3 on 6 November. Is arguably better over longer but enjoys a good entry and must be respected
  53. GLOIRE DU PERCHE – Unraced since being sanctioned in a 2750m Class D at La Capelle on 23 September. Has had time to get her house in order and is ideally-positioned to make a big impact. Chance
  54. FAREDGIO MENUET – 10th of 14, behind GALA DE CRENNES (1), on return to competition in a a 3000m Nantes Gr.3 on 6 November. Perfectly-drawn but would be preferred barefoot
  55. GAZOLINE DU SEUX – 8th of 16 in a 2200m Caen Class B on 20 October. Has excellent credentials over course and distance though and the draw will only enhance her prospects
  56. GILMOUR – Has 2 races under his belt, most recently finishing 11th of 14, behind ENJOY THE GAME (13), in a Class C over course and distance 11 days ago. Has good speed and the draw will do him no disservice. First 3
  57. GYBOR WELL – Ran good 5th in a Saint-Galmier Gr.3 before finishing an unlucky 3rd of 10 in a 2750m Toulouse Class C a fortnight ago. Clearly close to his race and can bring home the bacon if Matthieu Abrivard keeps him out of trouble
  58. FAST DOMINO – Out of the picture in 2 since the long break, latterly 10th of 13 in a 2850m Class D here early this month. Benjamin Rochard reining this time but others still preferred
  59. GOLIATH DU CAUX – Steps back up in class after winning a 2875m Enghien claimer mid-October. Forced to start wide but is in form and could well pick up some crumbs
  60. FIDELE MADRIK – 10th of 13 in a 2700m Class D here last Saturday and once again appears to have limited aspirations
  61. GRANDE PRETRESSE – 10th of 17, behind GAZOLINE DU SEUX (5), in a 2200m Caen Class B on 20 October, and appears to need another outing
  62. FRANKLIN PARK – Has not been seen out since finishing 10th of 14 in a 2925m Cagnes Class C last July and will have nothing to offer
  63. ENJOY THE GAME – Serious sort with 2 runs in him since the summer spell, latterly 9th of 14 in a Class C over track and trip 11 days ago. Twice a winner here when barefoot and although unlikely to impose, can still play a role
    Summary: Denied a run but still very impressive at Toulouse, GYBOR WELL (7) boasts decent references over course and distance and although breaking relatively wide, he still has the wherewithal to win this. Shod to preference for her return to the track, GLOIRE DU PERCHE (3) has won numerous times for David Thomain and, from the 3-spot, will have her chances. GILMOUR (6) has yet to win over 2100m on the main track but seldom lets the side down and, barefoot with Yoann Lebourgeois reining, will be competitive. GALA DE CRENNES (1) drops in category and considering the entry, is very easy to like.
    SELECTIONS
    GYBOR WELL (7) – GLOIRE DU PERCHE (3) – GILMOUR (6) – GALA DE CRENNES (1)
    C6 – PRIX DE MAINTENON – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B Race – Harness – EUR € 52,000
  64. KIWI CHARENTAIS – Showed improvement despite being sanctioned in a 2100m Class D here mid-month and if applied, could pleasantly surprise
  65. KOZIELLO DE LOU – Disappointing 10th of 13, behind KALINOU QUICK (7), in a 2850m Class C here 10 days ago. Has merit, and races with pads this time, but first needs to get his house in order
  66. KAPTAIN DU LIAMONE – Moves back to the main track after being sanctioned in a 2850m Class B here last Friday. In this company though, will struggle to make his presence felt
  67. KAMIKAZE DU CAMPUS – 5th of 13 despite early stride issues, behind KALINOU QUICK (7), in a 2850m Class C here 10 days ago. Won last time over 2700m here and must be taken seriously
  68. KRAFEN – Sanctioned in last 2, latterly a 2850m Laval Class A on 16 November. Sports pads this time but still has no possible chance
  69. KEEP SECRET – Was preparing for this when 9th of 11 in a 2875m Argentan Class A on 3 November. Has references under these conditions and looks a serious proposition once more
  70. KALINOU QUICK – Left a good impression when 2nd of 13 in a 2850m Class C here 10 days ago. Has never imposed over the distance, and steps up in category, but can still hold his own
  71. KATAR – Quality individual that finished last of 12, behind KRAK D’AZUR (9), in a Class B conditioner over course and distance on 9 November. Has nothing to prove under these conditions and can give KEEP SECRET (6) a run for his money
  72. KRAK D’AZUR – Serious type that ran 2nd to the good Karambar in a Class B over course and distance on 9 November. Can occasionally prove a handful but in present condition is very easy to like
  73. KEEP YOUR DREAMS – Ran 2nd at Vire before coming 6th of 12, behind KRAK D’AZUR (9), in a Class B over course and distance on 9 November. Enjoys a fine entry though, is hard to fault on a good day, and has a realistic chance of making the frame
    Summary: Reunited with Yoann Lebourgeois who drove him to a spectacular victory here in September, KEEP SECRET (6) is barefoot for the occasion and will take some beating. KATAR (8) though, sports a new configuration for his first objective of the winter and will be no pushover if focused. KAMIKAZE DU CAMPUS (4) ran well here, despite early adversity, recently and must not be underestimated.
    SELECTIONS
    KEEP SECRET (6) – KATAR (8) – KAMIKAZE DU CAMPUS (4) – KEEP YOUR DREAMS (10)
    C7 – PRIX PAUL BUQUET – 2850m (a2m) – Gr2 Race – Mounted – EUR € 120,000
  74. FIASCHETTO – Last of 14, behind GRANIT MESLOIS (4), in a Gr.3 over course and distance 2 weeks ago, and has no realistic chance
  75. IN LOVE DU CHOQUEL – Sanctioned in both since the break, most recently a 2850m Laval Class A on 1 November. Has won twice over course and distance, is barefoot this time, but represents no more than a minor place chance
  76. GALET STED – Defied his 30/1 to come 3rd of 6 in a 2850m Laval Class A on 1 November. Has yet to produce the goods at this level though and others preferred
  77. GRANIT MESLOIS – 5th of 14 in a Gr.3 over course and distance 2 weeks ago. Is hard to knock over 2850m here and will be no easy touch if applied
  78. EDITION GEMA – Last of 6, behind GALET STED (3), when being conditioned in a 2850m Laval Class A early this month. Superb here last winter, races barefoot this time, and has the credentials to give this a good go. Chance
  79. HIRONDELLE DU RIB – Disappointing 6th of 7 behind GRANVILLAISE BLEUE (8) in 2175m Gr.2 Prix Reynolds early this month. Shoes off this time but is unlikely to shake things up
  80. IDEALE DU CHENE – Last of 16 when preparing for this in a 2700m Gr.2 here on 17 November. Is a class above the field and will be expected to get straight back on course for the Cornulier
  81. GRANVILLAISE BLEUE – Runner-up to the classy Fulton in 2175m Gr.2 Prix Reynolds early this month. Benjamin Rochard gets the nod here and will be expected to finish in first 3
    Summary: Terrific winner of the Gr.1 Prix des Centaures last March before being sent for a rest, IDEALE DU CHENE (7) has been given ample time to get in shape and, barefoot this time, is unlikely to be bested. GRANIT MESLOIS (4) boasts a fine record under these conditions though and, similarly barefoot, is unlikely to go down easily. GRANVILLAISE BLEUE (8) may not have won since June 2023 but she made a statement earlier in the month here and is not about to let the side down.
    SELECTIONS
    IDEALE DU CHENE (7) – GRANIT MESLOIS (4) – GRANVILLAISE BLEUE (8) – EDITION GEMA (5)
    C8 – PRIX DE LA VILLE DE ROYAN – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 53,000
  82. JOULYO VITA – Starts for first time since running 6th of 8 in a 2500m Class E at La Rochelle last July. Races shod and can be passed over
  83. JACKSON BOY – Quality element that ran 10th of 13, on return to competition, in 19 November race of reference. Barefoot this time and, if race-fit, can finish thereabouts
  84. JEDUISANT – Sanctioned when being conditioned for this in a 2850m Laval Class A on 16 November. Hard to knock under these conditions when barefoot and even in this company, looks a respectable first-5 chance
  85. JAGUAR DJOB – Set his personal best when 4th of 11 to JIPET DE CREPIN (9) in a Class D over course and distance mid-month. Unshod again but a repeat seems improbable
  86. JOB DU PERSIL – Unraced since finishing last but one in a 2925m Cagnes Class A late-August. Shoes on and no threat
  87. JENTIL DIESCHOOT – 11th of 13, when preparing for this, in race of reference. Has never delivered at Vincennes and would be preferred racing right-handed
  88. JEROCASH DE PHYT’S – Sanctioned, on his first goal of the season, in a 3000m Nantes Class B 3 weeks ago. Is behind in earnings, is plainly in shape, and could well have his day in the sun
  89. JERENAL D’HAMELINE – Sanctioned when well-supported in a Class C over course and distance late last month. Has otherwise been a model of consistency and will not be far from the action if Antoine Wiels can keep him focused
  90. JIPET DE CREPIN – Made short work of a Class D over course and distance mid-November. Has never disappointed under these conditions in current configuration, and is in with a realistic shout of doubling his money
  91. JUDICIEUX – Pleased under the saddle here before finishing 7th of 15 in a 2625m Class D at La Rochelle earlier this month, and even though reconfigured, will need to find more
  92. JOLI MANNEQUIN – Ran 3rd over 2850m here before finishing 7th of 15, behind JOLIVERT DU GERS (15), in a 2100m Class C here on 19 November. Seldom disappoints over 2700m here but looks a minor place chance at best
  93. JEU COQUIN – Looked very ordinary when 9th of 13, behind JOLIVERT DU GERS (15), in a 2100m Class C here on 19 November, and will again have little to offer
  94. JINGLE LOVER – Courageous 5th of 15, a place behind JOLIVERT DU GERS (15), in a 2100m Class C here on 19 November. Boasts solid references under these conditions and should not be far from the action
  95. JE TE CHERCHE – Classy trotter making first appearance since winning a Class C over course and distance last February. Stays shod though and best to hold off
  96. JOLIVERT DU GERS – Solid in last 3, latterly 4th of 13 in a 2100m Class C here last week. Is in his category and can make the frame this time
    Summary: Very hard to fault under these conditions, JIPET DE CREPIN (9) proved the point in no uncertain terms mid-month and, even in the absence of Eric Raffin, still looks the horse to beat. Although not the most attractive on paper, JEROCASH DE PHYT’S (7) showed his form at Nantes 3 weeks ago and will be dangerous if Yoann Leourgeois keeps him focused. Nicely-engaged here, JOLIVERT DU GERS (15) has been acquitting himself well of late and must be considered a decent place prospect, as should JERENAL D’HAMELINE (8) whose latest sanction here can be shrugged off.
    SELECTIONS
    JIPET DE CREPIN (9) – JEROCASH DE PHYT’S (7) – JOLIVERT DU GERS (15) – JERENAL D’HAMELINE (8)
    R3 SALON-DE-PROVENCE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX JULES MORGAN – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 23,000

  1. VAN DIEMEN – Capable colt with the form and experience to be competitive – boasts sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 4th on PSF over 1800m at Lyon-La Soie on 18 November
  2. PRADO – Didn’t go unnoticed (wasn’t beaten far) when finishing 7th on debut in a newcomers’ race on PSF over 1900m at Chantilly on 12 November. Improvement expected – keep safe
  3. ZARAKCHIC – Revealed considerable promise when finishing a close-up 3rd in a newcomers’ race at ParisLongchamp over 1800m on 20 October. That seemed a warm contest so need only repeat that performance to fight for victory – one to beat
  4. JO FRANCAIS – Caught the eye when running on well to finish 2nd on debut over 1900m on heavy ground at Bordeaux last month (26 October). Will play a leading role if confirming the promise of that encouraging introduction
  5. LE PROFESSIONNEL – Finished a pleasing 6th on debut over 1900m on heavy ground at Bordeaux on 26 October. Should improve with the benefit of that experience
  6. RAFFAELI – Didn’t go unnoticed when finishing 7th on debut over 2000m on PSF at Pau on 19 October. Would have gained from that experience
  7. CAMELOR – Improved with each start and step up in trip. Finished a career-best 2nd over 2000m at Marseille-Borely last month (22 October) and will have a role to play if confirming/building on that progress
  8. ADHEROS – Christophe Escuder-trained newcomer not taken lightly on debut. Coralie Pacaut’s 1,5kg weight allowance aids the chances of this Almanzor colt
  9. TOUNPASS – Raven’s Pass gelding debuting with Anthony Crastus in the saddle for trainer Nicolas Perret. Not underestimated
    Summary: ZARAKCHIC (3) caught the eye on debut (3rd) at ParisLongchamp and finished ahead of subsequent Fontainebleau winner Le Roi Leon, so he needn’t improve a great deal with that experience under the belt to open his account. However, JO FRANÇAIS (4) fits a similar profile and a repeat performance of his Bordeaux 2nd should see Jean-Claude Rouget’s charge fight for victory. Others with podium ambitions include unexposed PRADO (2), improving CAMELOR (7) and LE PROFESSIONNEL (5) after an encouraging introduction.
    SELECTIONS
    ZARAKCHIC (3) – JO FRANCAIS (4) – PRADO (2) – CAMELOR (7)
    C2 – PRIX MARINA JACQUIN – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Class 1 Race – Flat – EUR € 30,000
  10. FUTURE FATE – Well-performed colt with sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 4th over 1600m in a Listed race at Nantes on 19 October. Candidate for success
  11. INNER SUCCESS – Finished 4th of 6 over 2400m at Bellewstown on 3 October resuming after a 12-week break. Needs to improve
  12. VALZAK – Won and finished 3rd in 2 starts on French soil, albeit on PSF (at Cagnes). Returns to France after 2 comeback appearances in Spain, the latest (7th) over 1800m at Madrid on 27 October – best watched for now
  13. NOBLEMAN – Progressive, versatile colt at the top of his game and in good form/physical condition. Won a 1900m Quinte+ handicap on PSF at Chantilly on 15 October – competitive for a leading position, even under a 3,5kg penalty
  14. L’HOTELLERIE – Ultra-consistent filly with impressive form figures – only once finished worse than 2nd in 6 starts (2 wins and 3 times 2nd). Runner-up over 1800m at Marseille-Borely on 22 October
  15. DARLING DARLING – Honest performer with sound references/form credentials, some at a higher level. Bounced back to form with a reassuring 3rd over 1700m at Marseille-Borely on 10 November
  16. FRANCAISE – Consistent filly with the form and experience to acquit herself competitively. Showed her form and well-being by finishing 3rd over 2100m at Tarbes on 12 October
  17. YAKAMOUN – Course-and-distance winner last time out on 30 September when resuming after a 3-month break. Big runner, even under a 2kg penalty
    Summary: YAKAMOUN (8) impressed when winning a course-and-distance event on her reappearance in late September and, with scope for further improvement after a subsequent break, it could pay to follow her progress. FUTURE FATE (1) sets a good standard and has references at a higher level. He has the form and experience to play a leading role so will challenge the selection for race honours. Progressive last-start Quinté+ winner NOBLEMAN (4) and consistent filly L’HOTELLERIE (5) aren’t taken lightly and have legitimate podium ambitions.
    SELECTIONS
    YAKAMOUN (8) – FUTURE FATE (1) – NOBLEMAN (4) – L’HOTELLERIE (5)
    C3 – PRIX FLORENCE FORNERON – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 23,000
  18. GINALYAH – Didn’t go unnoticed when finishing 6th of 10 on debut over 2000m at Lyon-Parilly on 31 October and would’ve gained plenty from that experience. Likely to improve so must be respected, especially with Théo Bachelot up
  19. BIAK LESCRIBAA – Finished 9th of 13 on debut at Bordeaux over 1600m on 5 November but wasn’t beaten far. Could get into the picture given the likelihood of improvement
  20. SHAKY NAK – Finished a promising and game-in-defeat 4th on debut from a wide draw over 1800m on PSF at Lyon-La Soie on 18 November. Confirmation expected
  21. CROIX DU LAC – Unplaced (11th) on debut here over 1800m on 9 September. Open to improvement on her reappearance but is best watched for now
  22. WEEMAGATEE – Unplaced in 2 starts, both over 2000m at Marseille-Borely with headgear fitted (removed here). Well-beaten 5th of 6 in her latest appearance on 10 November but can improve without the headgear – for another day
  23. VISAYA – Finished 6 of 8 on debut over 1800m at Marseille-Borely on 30 October. Would’ve gained from that experience but is hard to recommend – best watched for now
  24. FELINA – Unplaced (10th) on debut at Kempton in August but caught the eye in her first start on French soil when 4th at Saint-Cloud on heavy ground over 1400m on 14 October. Will fight for victory if repeating that performance
  25. PRINCESSE GALILEE – Closely matched with GINALYAH (1) on the form of their 31 October debut meeting over 2000m at Lyon-Parilly. Needn’t improve much to play a leading role
  26. INFANTERIA – Didn’t go unnoticed when finishing 6th of 13 on debut over 2000m on PSF at Pau last month (on 19 October). Entitled to improve with that experience under her belt
  27. BLANCHE SACREE – Finished in midfield (6th of 10) on debut over 1900m on PSF at Chantilly on 12 November. Will have benefitted from that experience and is open to any amount of improvement on the turf – keep safe
  28. SAPHO – Unplaced in all 3 appearances and soundly beaten (15th) in her last start on PSF over 1600m at Chantilly in first-time headgear on 19 November. Others preferred
  29. OUREA – Whitecliffsofdover debutante trained by Patrice Cottier, who knows how to ready a newcomer. Respected with Anthony Crastus booked to ride
  30. FUR ELISE – Christophe Escuder-trained Van Beethoven filly debuting with Marvin Grandin in the saddle. Not taken lightly
  31. DAME OLYMPE – Valentin Seguy rides this Almanzor filly on debut for trainer Brigitte Ré-Scandella. Shouldn’t be taken lightly
    Summary: SHAKY NAK (3) displayed a willing attitude on debut when staying on gamely to finish 4th after racing forward from a wide berth. She would’ve benefitted from that experience and, with any improvement, will be competitive for victory. FELINA (7) also caught the eye last time when finishing an encouraging 4th in her first start on French soil. She, too, is open to improvement so will play a leading role. PRINCESSE GALILEE (8) and GINALYAH (1), who are closely matched on their debut meeting, and BLANCHE SACREE (10), who didn’t go unnoticed first-up, appeal most of the remainder.
    SELECTIONS
    SHAKY NAK (3) – FELINA (7) – PRINCESSE GALILEE (8) – GINALYAH (1)
    C4 – PRIX DE PARISLONGCHAMP – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 22,000
  32. FELIPPO – Won a 2500m Le Croisé-Laroche claimer last month but was soundly beaten (16th) on heavy ground last time out in a 2200m Quinte+ at Chantilly on 26 October. Has only a minor role
  33. NEPALAIS – Versatile hard-knocker with sound references in Quinte+ handicaps on both surfaces, including a respectable 8th on PSF in a 1900m Quinte+ event at Chantilly on 12 November off this mark. Not taken lightly
  34. I’M A BELIEVER – Experienced performer with sound references/form credentials, including a good 4th at Chantilly over 2200m on heavy ground in a 2200m Quinte+ last month. Excused his failure (11th) at Fontainebleau on 14 November
  35. HAVE DANCER – Unplaced in both comeback outings on PSF recently after an 8-month layoff but not beaten far in either – the latest (6th) over 2000m at Pau on 13 November. Favourably weighted back on the turf off a lower mark
  36. AMELIELYMPIQUE – Unbeaten in 2 appearances at this venue, her last start here over this distance in September last year. Didnt go unnoticed when finishing 5th at Toulouse on 23 October resuming after a 6-month absence – warrants respect
    Summary: HAVE DANCER (4), despite finishing unplaced in consecutive recent starts, is favourably treated under these conditions and ought to appreciate switching back to the turf. He acquitted himself well enough in both comeback outings on PSF to suggest he retains the means to win a race of this nature, especially on favourable weight terms despite his reduced mark. AMELIELYMPIQUE (5) will give cheek to the selection in defence of her 100% record (2 from 2) at this track. She leads the opposition ahead of NEPALAIS (2), who benefits from his rider’s 2,5kg allowance, and hard-knocker I’M A BELIEVER (3).
    SELECTIONS
    HAVE DANCER (4) – AMELIELYMPIQUE (5) – NEPALAIS (2) – I’M A BELIEVER (3)
    C5 – PRIX GERARD SAMOUN – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000
  37. HASTA LA VISTA – Comfortable winner over 2600m at Marseille Borely in a Class 3 course qualifier on the 30th of October 2024. Strong winning claims
  38. SISTERLAND – Well held in 4th spot over 2600m at Marseille Borely in a Class 3 course qualifier on the 30th of October 2024. Place chance
  39. TERRE BLANCHE – Just missed in 2nd spot over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a handicap on the 19th of November 2024. Should go close
  40. BELLE DE SABA – Poor display in 10th position over 2400m at Saint-Cloud in a divided handicap on the 15th of November 2024. One to pass by
  41. COUPE D’EUROPE – Finished a clear 2nd over 2600m at Marseille Borely in a Class 3 course qualifier on the 30th of October 2024. Place claims
  42. KING ZARAK – Lackluster effort in 9th over 2500m at Deauville in a Class 3 course qualifier on the 8th of November 2024. Would be a shock winner
  43. PERSEVERANZA – Finished 4th over 2000m at Toulouse in a Class 3 course qualifier on the 31st of October 2024. Place claims
  44. IL CAPO – Runner up over 2400m at Lyon Parilly in a claimer on the 29th of September 2024. Should be in the mix
  45. SANNOM – Comfortably beaten in 3rd position over 1800m at Marseille Borely in a maiden on the 30th of October 2024. Others make more appeal
    Summary: HASTA LA VISTA (1) arrives in sparkling form and has been doing a lot right of recent. He gets weight off the back which could see him proving hard to beat. TERRE BLANCHE (3) found one too good last time out but has the right type of form to mount a challenge and could pick up the pieces if the favorite were to fluff his lines. SISTERLAND (2) finished well behind the top pick last time out and it’s hard to see her reversing the form but she can place. IL CAPO (8) continues to hold form and can run another consistent race.
    SELECTIONS
    HASTA LA VISTA (1) – TERRE BLANCHE (3) – SISTERLAND (2) – IL CAPO (8)
    C6 – PRIX DE L’ASSOCIATION DES ELEVEURS DU SUD-EST – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16,000
  46. PICNIC ROYAL – No show in 10th position over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 19th of November 2024. Needs to show more
  47. RIMBAULT – Finished close up in 5th over 2000m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 4th of November 2024. Place claims
  48. MOUTRAKI – Runner up over 2600m at Marseille Borely in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 10th of November 2024. More needed here
  49. MISS ROAZHON – Winner over 2600m at Nimes in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 11th of November 2024. Place chance
  50. MARVANCO – Finished a clear 3rd over 2400m at Ajaccio in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 3rd of November 2024. Place claims
  51. BUSINESS PLAN – Put in a much better effort in 4th position over 2400m at Lyon La Soie in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 4th of November 2024. Each way chance
  52. SYLVER SAMBA – Finished close up in 3rd position over 2600m at Nimes in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 11th of November 2024. Winning claims
  53. HE’S A ROCK STAR – Runner up over 2600m at Nimes in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 11th of November 2024. Big runner
  54. MOKO – Finished 7th behind a number of these over 2600m at Nimes in a Class 4 limited handicap on the 11th of November 2024. Work cut out to feature
  55. AMERICAN SAINT – Beaten out of sight in 7th spot over 2200m at Nantes in a Class 4 divided limited handicap on the 1st of November 2024. Would be a surprise winner
  56. KALEOBAYANE – Held in 4th position over 2350m at Strasbourg in a Class 4 divided handicap on the 11th of November 2024. Others make more appeal
  57. A L’ANNEAU – Failed to finish over 3900m at Nimes in a claiming hurdle event on the 11th of November 2024. Unlikely to pose a threat
    Summary: HE’S A ROCK STAR (8) has finished second at three of his last four outings and could well end that string of seconds in this. He is well treated and rates the one to beat. SYLVER SAMBA (7) finished just behind the top pick last time out and despite finding herself 3kgs worse off at the weights, she has the right form to win in a race of this nature. BUSINESS PLAN (6) ran her best race in a while and seems to be back on the right track which should see her being competitive. RIMBAULT (2) continues to hold his form and will be right in the thick of things.
    SELECTIONS
    HE’S A ROCK STAR (8) – SYLVER SAMBA (7) – BUSINESS PLAN (6) – RIMBAULT (2)
    C7 – PRIX DENIS BENSUSSAN – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000
  58. ZOOM CHOP – Finished a clear 3rd over 2200m at Chantilly in a Class 2 divided handicap on the 26th of October 2024. Should run well here
  59. HENRY THE LION – Produced a pleasing effort in 3rd position over 1800m at Marseille Borely in a Class 3 handicap on the 30th of October 2024. Include in the play
  60. VEULES – Finished 7th over 2100m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 course qualifier on the 14th of October 2024. Should produce a better effort
  61. INTERSTELLA – Not disgraced in 5th position over 2100m at Marseille Borely in a Class 3 handicap on the 10th of November 2024. Others make more appeal
  62. ASPEN – Winner over 2400m at Toulouse in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 11th of November 2024. Each way chance
  63. MISS WHITE SOCKS – Finished 8th over 2500m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 2 divided handicap on the 27th of October 2024. Can make her presence felt in this grade
  64. MOZART DES BRIERES – Runner up over 3000m at Toulouse in a Class 3 handicap on the 24th of November 2024. Place chance
  65. KINGORI – Beaten out of sight in 6th over 2400m at Ajaccio in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 3rd of November 2024. Would be a shock winner
  66. INTO FAITH – Runner up over 2400m at Ajaccio in a Class 4 course qualifier on the 3rd of November 2024. Will be in the shake up
  67. AVERNES – Failed to feature over 4200m at Fontainebleau in a handicap hurdle on the 15th of November 2023. Would be a shock winner
  68. LIGHTS COME ON – Moderate effort in 6th spot over 2000m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 divided handicap on the 14th of November 2024. One to pass by
  69. ALAMSAR –
    Summary: VEULES (3) let the side down with a rather indifferent performance but can bounce back to best and needs to be respected. ZOOM CHOP (1) ran against stronger last time out and is well placed to make his presence felt in a big way. INTO FAITH (9) is holding form very nicely and looks to be set to run well as he chases another win this year. HENRY THE LION (2) is seldom far off the action and needs to be included.
    SELECTIONS
    VEULES (3) – ZOOM CHOP (1) – INTO FAITH (9) – HENRY THE LION (2)
    C8 – PRIX DES TURFISTES – 1800m (a1m1/8) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000
  70. INSTANTANEMENT – Comfortable winner over 2000m at Marseille Borely in a handicap on the 30th of October 2024. Big runner
  71. SOKNA – Very poor performance in 6th over 2000m at Marseille Borely in a handicap on the 30th of October 2024. Would be a surprise winner
  72. AMALYA – Beaten into 9th over 2100m at Parislongchamp in a divided handicap on the 23rd of May 2024. Unlikely to challenge
  73. ROOFTOP – Finished 5th over 1600m at Fontainebleau in a divided handicap on the 4th of November 2024. Should be in the shake up
  74. CARTIMANDUA – Finished 7th over 1900m at Chantilly in a claimer on the 1st of October 2024. Better than last and can go well
  75. FAMILIAR – Finished 16th over 1400m at Chantilly in a divided handicap on the 28th of October 2024. Hard to fancy
  76. QUEEN SINGER – Held in 9th position over 1600m at Lyon Parilly in a handicap on the 11th of September 2024. Unlikely to feature
  77. MIRADERO – Lackluster effort in 10th over 2000m at Marseille Pont De Vivaux in a handicap on the 19th of November 2024. Others make more appeal
  78. KYLOA – Comfortably held in 4th over 2000m at Marseille Borely in a handicap on the 30th of October 2024. Place claims at best
  79. CARLSTON – Finished 3rd over 2000m at Marseille Borely in a divided handicap on the 30th of October 2024. Warrants respect
  80. MIXED APPROVAL – Dismal effort in 9th over 1800m at Lyon La Soie in a handicap on the 25th of October 2024. Would be a surprise winner
  81. FOR WIN – Finished 4th over 2000m at Toulouse in a handicap on the 11th of November 2024. Place chance
  82. HASHTAG JOA – No show in 9th position over 2000m at Marseille Borely in a handicap on the 30th of October 2024. Easy to look elsewhere
    Summary: CARTIMANDUA (5) didn’t particularly shine last time out but has shown to be better than that and with more improvement to come she should run a big race. INSTANTANEMENT (1) romped home to victory last time out and it won’t come as a surprise to see her go back to back. CARLSTON (10) is holding form nicely and shouldn’t be too far off the action. ROOFTOP (4) isn’t the most reliable sort but is certainly capable and can mount a challenge.
    SELECTIONS
    CARTIMANDUA (5) – INSTANTANEMENT (1) – CARLSTON (10) – ROOFTOP (4)
    R4 MAUQUENCHY [L-H]

C1 – PRIX HORSE WINNER – 2850m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 21,000

  1. KISS MELODY – Very hard to trust but was runner-up last time out in Class F over this track and trip on 17 November. Can go one better if in the same mood
  2. KENZA DE LA BESVRE – Has struggled of late and ws 8th last time out in Class F over this track and trip on 22 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  3. KHATUN BORTE – Disqualified at North-on-Erdre on 1 September. Had some fair form before that but others make more appeal
  4. KOLENCIA DE WARNOC – Not disgraced when 5th last time out in Class F at La Capelle over 2750m on 3 November. Can contest the finish
  5. KALEZIA POTERIE – Only modest of late and was 5th last time out in Class F at Reims over 2550m on 24 November. Might play a minor role
  6. KINDLE DE NGANDA – Unreliable and was tenth last time out in Class F at Cherbourg over 2625m on 24 November. Capable of a surprise when wise
  7. KANAILLE DU MONT – Has lost her way of late and was disqualified last time out at Cherbourg 24 November. Needs major improvement to win
  8. KIBORA BUISSONAY – Not easy to trust but is in good shape and was third last time out in Class F at La Capelle over 2750m on 3 November. Not out of it
  9. KLARISSA – Has struck form with two solid wins in a row, the latest in Class A at Laon over 2225m on 13 October. Can complete the hat-trick
  10. KISS ME DU THENNEY – Unreliable and was fourth last time out in Class F at Lisieux over 2725m on 1 November. Has a winning chance
  11. KROKEUSE – Unreliable and was 8th last time out in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 30 October. Has a place chance on best form
  12. KEEN ACTION – On a very long losing run and was 8th last time out in Class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 13 August. Needs major improvement to win
  13. KIARHA DE NAPPES – Returned to form with a barefoot win last time out in Class E at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 9 November. Not unshod this time and others are preferred
  14. KALEDA DE LA COUR – Did not show her best when 8th last time out in Class A at Laval over 2850m on 8 November. In good form before that and has a winning chance
  15. KARA DE PIERREPONT – Disqualified in four of her last five races including last time out at Vincennes on 17 November. Probably best watched for now
    Summary: KLARISSA (9) has been very good of late and can complete the hat-trick. KARA DE PIERREPONT (15) did not show her best at Laval last time out but is capable of being a serious threat. KISS ME DU THENNEY (10) is not easy to trust but did run well last time out and is capable of getting into the mix of things once again. KIBORA BUISSONAY (8) has been in good form of late and also has a winning chance.
    SELECTIONS
    KLARISSA (9) – KALEDA DE LA COUR (14) – KISS ME DU THENNEY (10) – KIBORA BUISSONAY (8)
    C2 – PRIX GENY COURSES – 2850m (a2m) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 21,000
  16. JAGGER D’AUT – Finished 12th in class F at this track over 2150m on 10 November. Unreliable and has disqualification issues. Others are preferred
  17. JAZZ – Disqualified in class F at this course over 2150m on 10 November. Has major disqualification issues and is best watched for now
  18. JULIUS BERRY – Unreliable and was fourth in class F at this course over 2150m on 10 November. Has a place chance
  19. JUPILLE DE GODREL – Consistent and was third in class F at Graignes over 2725m on 2 September. Victorious in July when barefoot but not unshod this time. Might play a minor role
  20. JESSY LUCKY – Finished 7th in class F at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2525m on 15 September. On a long losing streak and needs to find a few lengths to win
  21. JOLIE CADENCE – Finished 10th in class F at Reims over 2500m on 24 November. On a long losing streak and more is needed to win
  22. JUBILATION – Not disgraced when 5th in class F at this track over 2850m on 17 November. Could play a minor role
  23. JAVA DU GERS – Holding form and was fourth in class E at Vincennes over 2850m on 29 October when barefoot. Big chance
  24. JAG DU LIOT – Has struggled of late and was 10th in class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 3 November. Others are much preferred
  25. JERICHO D’ORGERES – Unreliable and was runner-up in class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 1 November. Has shown improvement and is barefoot. Can go one better
  26. JANGO ELEVEN – Finished 6th in class F at this course over 2150m on 10 November. Won on three occasions this year and is capable of an upset
  27. JUPITER FRANCE – In good form and was runner-up in class F at Marseille-Borély over 2400m on 15 November. Should contest the finish
  28. JIRAFENN LORIETTES – Disappointing of late and was 11th in Class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 3 November. Unreliable and others make more appeal
  29. JACKPOT DE L’ENVOL – Not disgraced when 5th in class F at this track over 2150m on 10 November. Remains barefoot and can make the frame
    Summary: JAVA DU GERS (8) is very consistent and ran another decent race at Vincennes last month. That consistency could be rewarded with a winning turn this time around. JUPITER FRANCE (12) is in good form and should challenge for top honours. JERICHO D’ORGERES (10) showed some improvement last time out and is barefoot. JACKPOT DE L’ENVOL (14) is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    JAVA DU GERS (8) – JUPITER FRANCE (12) – JERICHO D’ORGERES (10) – JACKPOT DE L’ENVOL (14)
    C3 – PRIX L’ECLAIREUR / LA DEPECHE – 2850m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 21,000
  30. KARNAC D’ALCI – Finished 8th in class F at this course over 2850m on 17 November. Unreliable and others are preferred this time
  31. KING DE FOURCHES – Disqualified in class F at Reims over 2550m on 12 October when barefoot. Has room to improve but others are preferred
  32. KOUGAR DES RACQUES – Not disgraced when 5th in class F at this track over 2850m on 17 November. Returns barefoot and is capable of earning some money
  33. KARLO – Showed improvement when runner-up in class F at this course over 2850m on 17 November. Can go one better
  34. KADJAR – Disappointing last run when 10th in class F at Saumer over 3250m on 20 October. Victorious in September but this is a tougher ask
  35. KALIBRE – In good form and was fourth in class F at Châtelaillon-La Rochelle over 2500m on 9 November. Should contest the finish
  36. KICK UP GEDE – Unreliable and was 9th in class F at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 17 November. Others make more appeal
  37. KIDAM DU METZ – Disqualified in class F at La Capelle over 2750m on 3 November. Unreliable and needs major improvement to win
  38. KIWI DE CHINE – Victorious in Class F at Vire over 2800m on 10 November. Has major disqualification issues but is capable of following up if in the same mood
  39. KRONOS DES LANDES – Unreliable but was third in class F at Vire over 2800m on 20 November. Can get involved with the finish
  40. KING AULNAIES – Only modest of late and was 6th in class F at Graignes over 2700m on 11 November. Needs to do a bit more to win
  41. KANDAR JIEL – Not disgraced when 5th in class B at Vincennes over 2700m on 3 December. Returns for the first time since 2022 and is likely to need this run
  42. KING LOOK – Victorious in Class E at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2650m on 8 July. Inconsistent and could need this run
  43. KIMI DU DOME – Victorious in Class F at Graignes over 2725m on 2 November. Won twice this year and can double up in this line-up
  44. KAID FORTUNA – Has some fair form and was fourth in class E at Vincennes over 2200m on 12 November. On a long losing streak but could play a minor role
  45. KANSAS QUESNOT – Victorious in Class E at La Capelle over 2700m on 11 November. Remains barefoot and should fight out the finish
    Summary: KIMI DU DOME (14) has already won a couple of times this year including last time out. He does have to give them start but he can follow up. KANSAS QUESNOT (16) is in good shape and can be a real threat this track and distance. KALIBRE (6) continues to be competitive and is not out of it. KARLO (4) showed improvement last time out and would not be a surprise winner.
    SELECTIONS
    KIMI DU DOME (14) – KANSAS QUESNOT (16) – KALIBRE (6) – KARLO (4)
    C4 – PRIX REXEL FRANCE – 2850m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 30,000
  46. GRANDE MALICE – Disqualified in class F at Le Croisé-Laroche over 2700m on 14 October. Barefoot for this one but is on a long losing streak
  47. GISARO – Unreliable but was third in class E at Angers over 3125m on 11 November. Is barefoot for this one and is not out of it
  48. HORIZON D’AMARO – Disqualified in class G at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2650m on 12 August. Not unshod this time and has yet to win this year. Best watched for now
  49. HOLLY GREEN – Victorious in Class G at this course over 2850m on 22 November. Remains barefoot and can contest the finish
  50. HENZO DE CARSI – Has some fair form and was fourth in class E at Châteaubriant over 3000m on 11 November when barefoot. May need to do a bit more to win this race
  51. HEUREUX DE FLEUR – Finished 8th in class E at Graignes over 2725m on 12 November. Inconsistent and needs to find a few lengths to win
  52. GERGOVIE DE GODREL – Unreliable and was third in class E at Graignes over 2725m on 12 November. Remains barefoot and can earn some minor money
  53. HEAVEN STAR – In very good form and was victorious in Class E at Saint-Brieuc over 2500m on 3 November. Likely to be competitive again
  54. GENEVRIER – Disqualified in class E at Vincennes over 2850m on 8 November. Has major disqualification issues and others make more appeal
  55. HIVER D’AUTHISE – Victorious in Class E at Graignes over 2725m on 12 November. Has struck form well and can complete the hat-trick
  56. FERGIE HIGHLAND – Not disgraced when 5th in class E at Angers over 3125m on 11 November. Unreliable and others are preferred this time
  57. HERMES D’ECROVILLE – Disappointing of late and was 6th in class D at Vincennes over 2100m on 17 November. Won well in August and is capable of contesting the finish
  58. EVAN PAULO – Showed some improvement when third in class C at Graignes over 2725m on 13 October when barefoot. On a long losing streak but might play a minor role
  59. GIBALDI DE HOUELLE – Needed the last run when 11th in Class E at Maure-de-Bretagne over 2850m on 20 October. Has scored on 17 occasions in 60 attempts and can contest the finish
    Summary: HIVER D’AUTHISE (10) has won three of his last four starts and looked as good as ever when scoring at Graignes earlier this month. He may well score again. GIBALDI DE HOUELLE (14) knowshow to win and clearly needed the last run. He can be a danger if smart this time. HERMES D’ECROVILLE (12) seems betetr than the recent runs would suggest. HEAVEN STAR (8) remai9ns in good form and can be competitive again.
    SELECTIONS
    HIVER D’AUTHISE (10) – GIBALDI DE HOUELLE (14) – HERMES D’ECROVILLE (12) – HEAVEN STAR (8)
    C5 – PRIX FRANCE BLEU NORMANDIE – 2850m (a2m) – Class F Race – Mounted – EUR € 21,000
  60. JOLLY HARBOUR – Has disqualification issues and was disqualified last time out at Angers on 13 June. Returns from a break and should need this run
  61. JAR BEN – Disqualified in his last four starts, with the latest being at Meslay-du-Maine on 17 November. Probably best watched for now
  62. JOUR DE VEINE – On a long losing run and was 8th last time out in a Class E harness race at Châlons-en-Champagne over 2625m on 22 September. Others are much preferred
  63. JELLINO SPRINT – Only modest of late and was 7th last time out in a Class F Mounted race at Nantes over 3000m on 6 November. Needs to do more to win this race
  64. JEHAN – Has major disqualification issues and was disqualified last time out at Vincennes on 22 October. Capable of earning some minor money when wise
  65. JAFFNA SHAN – Unreliable and was 8th last time out in a Class G harness race at Vire over 2800m on 20 November. Did better under the saddle before that and has a winning chance
  66. JACKPOT BREIZH – On a very long losing run since only win but was 5th last time out in a Class F Mounted race over this course and distance on 10 November. Might play a minor role
  67. JANUS DE VRIE – Much improved of late with two recent Mounted race wins at Graignes, with the latest being in Class E over 2700m on 2 November. Can complete the hat-trick
  68. JOLICOEUR D’ATHOS – Disqualified last time out at Feurs on 29 October. Has been unreliable this year but is not out of it
  69. JOVANY – In very good form and was third last time out in a Class F Mounted race over this course and distance on 10 November. Should contest the finish
  70. JOKER DES BORDES – Has disqualification issues and was 8th last time out in a Class F harness race at Maure-de-Bretagne over this distance on 3 November. Did better under the saddle before that and has a winning chance
  71. JUDICY DE VIVE – Has lost the way of late and was disqualified last time out at Graignes on 23 November. Others make more appeal
  72. JOIE DE VIVRE – Unreliable but was runner-up last time out in a Class F Mounted race at Vincennes over 2175m on 17 November. Can contest the finish
  73. JACKPOT DU WALLON – Did not show his best when 8th last time out in a Class F Mounted race at Nantes over 3000m on 6 November. Won two in a row before that and has a place chance
  74. JULIANO DELTO – Unreliable and was 9th last time out in a Class G harness at Saint-Malo over 2950m on 1 November. A barefoot Mounted race winner of his penultimate start and is unshod again
    Summary: JANUS DE VRIE (8) clearly likes these Mounted races and is now hat-trick seeking after two solid wins at Graignes. This track should not be a problem and he can complete the treble. JULIANO DELTO (15) struggled in a harness race last time out but is better judged on the pebutlmate start victory. He was barefoot for that win and is unshod this time. JOKER DES BORDES (11) likes this discipline and is not out of it. JOVANY (10) is in good shape and also has a winning chance.
    SELECTIONS
    JANUS DE VRIE (8) – JULIANO DELTO (15) – JOKER DES BORDES (11) – JOVANY (10)
    C6 – PRIX DE LA GUINGUETTE – 2850m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 21,000
  75. LUTIN DE BOISNEY – Has some fair form and was third last time out in E at Caen over 2200m on 29 May. Likely to need this run returning from a break
  76. LADY MIDNIGHT – Has disqualification issues and was disqualified last time out at Amiens on 15 November. Could play a minor role if smart
  77. LEON STONE – Disqualified last time out at Vincennes on 18 November. Has yet to win a race and others make more appeal
  78. LAURA SISSI – Very hard to trust but was victorious last time out in Class E at Strasbourg over 2800m on 25 October. Can follow up if in the same mood
  79. L’AMIRAL DU SAPTEL – Returned to form when third last time out in Class F at Amiens over 2400m on 15 November. Can contest the finish again
  80. LAST DES BROUSSES – Disqualified on his debut but he has won his next two starts, with the latest being in Class F at Rambouillet over 2000m on 6 October. Not out of it
  81. LA CALLAS – Undefeated after two starts, with the latest in Class F over this course and distance on 17 November. Big chance
  82. LOOPING MIL – Has struggled of late and was 7th last time out in Class E at Graignes over 2725m on 12 November. Others are much preferred
  83. LIBERTY FRECA – Consistent and was victorious last time out in Class E at Laval over this distance on 8 November. Has a place chance
  84. L’ETOILE DE ROCHE – Yet to win a race but was not disgraced when 5th last time out in Class D at Vincennes over 2700m on 24 September. Has a place chance
  85. LAPS GEDE – Yet to win a race and was 8th last time out in Class C at Vincennes over 2700m on 30 October. Others are preferred
  86. LE METEQUE – Yet to win a race but has been runner-up in his last two starts, with the latest being in Class E at Vincennes over 2700m on 12 November. Be right there at the finish once again
  87. LITTLEKING FOXGLEN – Unreliable and was 6th last time out in Class C at Caen over 2450m on 12 October. Capable of an upset
  88. LOVI CADENCE – Only modest of late and was 7th last time out in Class D at Vincennes over 2175m o 9 November. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  89. LE ROCKER DE PLAY – Did not show his best when 6th last time out in Class C at Vincennes over 2700m on 30 October. Could be the surprise package of the race
  90. LA MITIDJA – Disqualified in her last two starts with the latest being at Vincennes on 8 November. Capable of earning some minor money when smart
    Summary: LA CALLAS (7) has looked good in both her wins and can remain undefeated and a hat-trick winner. L’AMIRAL DU SAPTEL (5) fluffed his lines with a disqualification in his penultimate start but returned to form with decent performance last time out and can do even better this time. LE METEQUE (12) is knocking hard at the door for a first win and should be involved with the finish. LAST DES BROUSSES (6) has improved with some nice wins but was disqualified on debut.
    SELECTIONS
    LA CALLAS (7) – L’AMIRAL DU SAPTEL (5) – LE METEQUE (12) – LAST DES BROUSSES (6)
    C7 – PRIX HIPPOMAT – 2850m (a2m) – Class F Amateur Riders Race – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  91. HOULENN DU PILET – Finished 6th in class G at Nantes over 3000m on 17 November. On a long losing streak and more is needed to win this race
  92. HIRONDELLE D’AVEZE – Showed some improvement when 5th in class G at this track over 2850m on 17 November. On a long losing streak and is best watched for now
  93. HISTOIRE HIBE – Has really struggled of late and was 11th in Class E at Laval over 2850m on 18 November. Has major disqualification issues and others are preferred
  94. HARLEM LOCA – Disqualified in class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 17 November. Capable of a surprise when wise
  95. HELOUIS DE ZAERI – Victorious in Class G at this course over 2850m on 17 November. Barefoot this time and can double up
  96. HADRIANA DU MONT – Unreliable and was 10th in class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 17 November. Others make more appeal
  97. HELLO CAUVELLIERE – Very hard to trust and was 14th in class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel over 2675m on 17 November. Has major disqualification issues and is best watched for now
  98. HARIBELLE DANOVER – Disappointing of late and was 7th in class E at Vire over 2800m on 20 November. Returns barefoot but is unreliable
  99. HUNIQUE – Not disgraced when 5th in class E at Machecoul over 2700m on 20 October. May need to find a few lengths to win
  100. HERINE D’OCCAGNES – Finished 10th in class F at this course over 2850m on 10 November. Unreliable and needs to find a few lengths to win
  101. HECTOR DU MINON – Disqualified in class E at this course over 2850m on 13 November. Yet to score this year and others are preferred
  102. HARPIE DE JED – Has some fair form and was fourth in class E at this track over 2850m on 13 November. Remains barefoot and has a winning chance
  103. HIDE AND SEEK – Not disgraced when 5th in class D at Vincennes over 2850m on 8 November. Can contest the finish
  104. HELIA DE LAXA – Did not show her best when 7th in class G at Laval over 2850m on 8 November. Won in August and can bounce back to score
  105. HASCHELEY BERRY – Disqualified in class D at Reims over 2550m on 14 November when barefoot. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
  106. HENGY DU POMMEREUX – Disqualified in class D at Reims over 2550m on 14 November. Capable of making the frame when smart
    Summary: HELIA DE LAXA (14) let her supporters down last time out but is clearly better than that run would suggest and could recoup losses. HIDE AND SEEK (13) was not disgraced at Vincennes last time out and should be a lively danger to these runners. HARPIE DE JED (12) is susually competitive and can make the frame. HELOUIS DE ZAERI (5) won in this division last time out and is barefoot so can double up.
    SELECTIONS
    HELIA DE LAXA (14) – HIDE AND SEEK (13) – HARPIE DE JED (12) – HELOUIS DE ZAERI (5)
    C8 – PX OFFICE DU TOURISME DE FORGES LES EAUX – 2850m (a2m) – Class G Amateur Drivers Race – Harness – EUR € 6,000
  107. HORYVIL DES MOYEUX – Unreliable and was fourth in this division at Cherbourg over 2625m on 24 November. Can be competitive once again
  108. GOVANON – Has major diqualification issues and was disqualified last time out at Cherbourg on 24 November. Best watched for now
  109. HAUGAIN – Did not show his best when barefoot and 6th last time out in this division over this course and distance on 22 November. Unreliable but can contest the finish
  110. GRAZIELLA MIP – Unreliable and was 8th last time out in this division at Cherbourg over 2625m on 24 November. Did better at this track in her penultimate start and has a winning chance
  111. HARLEY DE JANEIRO – Disappointing form of late and was disqualified last time out at this course on 24 November. Capable of earning some money when in the mood
  112. HEROS DE BANVILLE – Has struggled of late and was 13th last time out at Vincennes over 2700m on 23 November. Others are preferred
  113. FESTIF DU RADON – Disappointing recent form and was 8th last time out in this division over this track and trip on 24 November. Others make more appeal
  114. GENIALE STAR – Has lost her way of late and was disqualified last time out at Enghien on 17 October. Capable of better but is best watched for now
  115. HALAFOLY ROBSEN – Returned to form when scoring in this division at Cherbourg over 2625m on 24 November. Can double up if in the same mood
  116. HAVE A LOVE – Has really struggled of late and was 12th last time out in a claimer at Châteaubriant over 3025m on 11 November. Others are much preferred
  117. HUNMEC SOMOLLI – Disappointing form of late and was 9th last time out in this division at Vire over 2800m on 10 November. Has run well at this course and could surprise
  118. FIER D’ARS – On a very long losing run and was 13th last time out in Class E at Vincennes over 2100m on 4 October. Needs major improvement to win
    Summary: HALAFOLY ROBSEN (9) clearly took her win well from the other day and is back and ready to score again. It is a competitive lucky last race. GRAZIELLA MIP (4) was only modest the day but has done well at this track and can be right there at the finish this time. HAUGAIN (3) is better than the last run would suggest and has a winning chance. HORYVIL DES MOYEUX (1) is yet another that ran well the other day and deserves some respect.
    SELECTIONS HALAFOLY ROBSEN (9) – GRAZIELLA MIP (4) – HAUGAIN (3) – HORYVIL DES MOYEUX (1)

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