French Selections Thursday 12th

R1 CHANTILLY [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DU VAL PROFOND – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Newcomers Race – Flat – EUR € 30,000

KENOSTORM – Lucie Pontoir-trained Kendargent newcomer. Anthony Crastus gets the ride aboard this gelding on debut
WINTER CLASSIC – Stéphane Pasquier is a notable jockey booking aboard this well-bred Nicolas Clément-trained Siyouni colt whose dam has already produced several winners. Keep safe
DREAMWAY – Galiway colt debuting for trainer Mario Baratti under Brandon Flament whose 3,5kg allowance will help. Dark horse
PURE LEGEND – Well-bred Mehmas colt whose full-brother Gold Index placed at Group III at Chantilly as a two-year-old. Clément Lecoeuvre rides for trainer Henri-François Devin
COLONEL SAAB – Hot Streak newcomer from the stable of Florian Bellemere, who has engaged Corentin Bergé to ride this colt
RIDE ON – Augustin Madamet rides this Florian Bellemere-trained Fighting Irish colt on debut. Will appeal to lovers of outsiders
TYWIN – Ronan Thomas rides this well-bred Mehmas colt on debut for Carlos & Yann Lerner. Likely type on paper – keep safe
KHELONYX – Philippe Sogorb-trained Kheleyf gelding on debut with Alejandro Gutiérrez Val in the irons. Not taken lightly
NOFIX – Edouard Monfort-trained newcomer by champion sprinter No Nay Never. Léo Roussel rides this gelding who shouldn’t lack speed on debut
JUSTIFY TWIN CEN – Christophe Soumillon rides this Victoria Head-trained newcomer by American dirt champion Maximum Security. One for the shortlist
Summary: Mehmas is proving a prolific source of 2-year-old winners and that trend is likely to continue here with his sons PURE LEGEND (4), whose dam is a proven producer, and TYWIN (7), himself a well-related colt with an attractive pedigree. American-bred JUSTIFY TWIN CEN (10) and well-bred WINTER CLASSIC (2) are from stables known to do well with its young horses, so they shouldn’t be underestimated either.
SELECTIONS
PURE LEGEND (4) – TYWIN (7) – JUSTIFY TWIN CEN (10) – WINTER CLASSIC (2)
C2 – PRIX DU CHATEAU DE HIMEJI – 2100m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 13,000
KING’S CROWN – Out of sorts – placed just once (3rd at Zweibrücken in April) in 10 starts this year – but shouldn’t be underestimated off a career-low mark, despite finishing 11th on a 2000m Nancy handicap on 17 November. Dark horse
OSER – Versatile but unreliable veteran mare with undeniable means – usually acquits herself well on a going day. Shouldn’t be hastily condemned for her recent failure (11th) in a 1900m PSF handicap at Deauville on 4 December
SILVER CONDOR – Won a course-and-distance handicap in mid-October with headgear fitted but finished unplaced in both subsequent starts under a 2,5kg penalty, though didn’t go unnoticed (6th) in a 2100m PSF handicap at Pornichet on 30 November
THUNDER DREAM – Unplaced in all 6 starts on this surface, including 3 consecutive recent appearances – the latest (11th) on this course in a 2700m handicap on 22 November. Others preferred
MEARAS STYLE – Honest hard-knocker with sound/consistent form references in handicaps at this level on both surfaces. Shouldn’t be hastily condemned for finishing 8th in a 2100m PSF handicap at Pornichet on 30 November – may well redeem herself
DIAMOND FOR REEL – Lightly raced mare who opened her account in a 2600m Fontainebleau handicap in mid-October but failed to confirm that form/improvement when only 10th over the same distance at that venue on 7 November. For another day
PRINCEDESCHAMPS – Inconsistent but versatile hard-knocker with sound references in handicaps on both surfaces, including a last-start 6th over 1800m in a Le Croisé-Laroche handicap on 16 November. His last victory was on PSF
BLEUSKY – Experienced but unreliable handicapper. Failed to confirm the form/improvement of her 3rd at ParisLongchamp over 2250m in her penultimate start when only 7th over 2100m in a Vittel handicap on 25 July. Best watched for now
ACATANA – Unexposed on this surface (finished 7th over 2400m in her only PSF appearance on 23 March last year) and did spark improvement off this mark to finish 4th in a 2000m turf handicap at Nancy on 17 November. Dark horse
LA PALOMBIERE – Rediscovered form/consistency recently in 3 starts off her current mark – finished on the podium in each outing, the latest (3rd) in a 2000m handicap at Lignières on 30 November. Lacks references on this surface but is best kept safe
WALDENON – Inconsistent but has already proven his competitiveness at this level off his current mark. Runner-up in a 1900m PSF handicap at Deauville last month and can be excused his latest (9th) performance at Pornichet on 30 November
PRINCESS LAURA – Consistent and versatile 33-start maiden with sound references/form credentials, albeit without success. Finished 4th in 1900m PSF handicap at Deauville on 8 November and a repeat of that performance may suffice – today is her day!
BAILEYS SANS DOUTE – Experienced 36-start maiden with inconsistent references in handicaps, including a last-start 14th on this course in a 3200m handicap on 28 October. Others make more appeal
GO FOR IT – Unplaced in all 5 PSF appearances, including her latest (8th) in a 2150m handicap at Lyon-La Soie on 2 December. Can be overlooked
COL NEM – Experienced but soundly beaten in his last 5 handicap appearances, the latest (14th) at Pornichet on 23 November over 1700m. Hard to recommend
CLOUD MAN – Unplaced/soundly beaten in all 7 starts this year, the latest (13th) on this course in a 1900m claimer on 28 October. Ignore
Summary: An open handicap in which cases can be made for most. Versatile PRINCESS LAURA (12) showed her form recently on the PSF at Deauville and needs only to repeat that performance from a favourable stall gate to fight for victory. Experienced WALDENON (11), rejuvenated LA PALOMBIERE (10) and versatile OSER (2) are others with legitimate podium ambitions.
SELECTIONS
PRINCESS LAURA (12) – WALDENON (11) – LA PALOMBIERE (10) – OSER (2)
C3 – PRIX DE SANDRICOURT – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Newcomers Race – Flat – EUR € 30,000
ARNAGA – Victoria Head-trained Sottsass filly closely related to Group I Prix du Moulin runner-up Akatea. A likely type on debut with Christophe Soumillon engaged
LA BILLEBAUDE – Nicolas Guilbert-trained daughter of Bobby’s Kitten debuting with Augustin Madamet in the irons. Not taken lightly
HAPPY HOURS – Corentin Bergé rides this Machucambo debutante for Florian Bellemere who trains and also owns this filly
PINYA – Philippe Decouz-trained daughter of Hello Youmzain. Not particularly bred to be precocious but benefits from Perrine Cheyer’s 1,5kg allowance
RUE POUSSIN – Markus Nigge-trained newcomer who will benefit from Marie Vélon’s 1,5kg allowance. Shouldn’t be underestimated
CHANTAL – Rosario Mangione rides this Al Wukair filly on debut for Alessandro & Giuseppe Botti. Will appeal to lovers of outsiders
GAST A GAST – Romanised debutante from the in-form stable of François Monfort, who has engaged Clément Lecoeuvre to ride this filly. Keep safe
TIGRESS OF GAUL – Well-bred Siyouni debutante related to 3-time Group I winner (over 1600m) Charm Spirit. Aurélien Lemaitre rides for trainer Tim Donworth
PYRAMIDE – Attractively bred Gavin Hernon-trained Zelzal debutante. A likely type on debut, especially with Théo Bachelot aboard
HAPPY SPIRIT – Ambre Molins takes 1,5kg off the back of this Stunning Spirit debutante owned and trained by Hélène Mennessier Martinez. Watch for now
ZYA D’AUMONT – Goken debutante trained and owned by Armony Tinchon who has engaged Thomas Trullier to ride this filly
LA CONSENTIDA – Galiway filly debuting with Tony Piccone in the saddle for trainer Henri-Alex Pantall. Awkwardly drawn but respected all the same
NEIADE – Well-bred Seahenge filly related to Daring Prince, a Listed winner this fall. Ronan Thomas rides for Gianluca Bietolini
LATROBE SKY – Florian Bellemere-trained Latrobe filly debuting under Axelle Nicco whose 1,5kg weight allowance will help. Outsider
Summary: Well-bred newcomer ARNAGA (1), with Christophe Soumillon engaged, seems a likely type on paper and need only overcome an awkward starting berth to fight for victory. TIGRESS OF GAUL (8), on paper, will be a worthy opponent, as will PYRAMIDE (9) who should acquit herself competitively from a favorable position in the stalls. NEIADE (13) hails from a good Aga Khan line, so she also deserves a mention.
SELECTIONS
ARNAGA (1) – TIGRESS OF GAUL (8) – PYRAMIDE (9) – NEIADE (13)
C4 – PRIX DE WATERMAEL-BOITSFORT – 2100m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000
SILVER BEAUTY – Unplaced in all 4 handicap appearances, the latest (10th) in a 2000m turf handicap at Nancy on 17 November. Unknown quantity on this surface
WAITARA – Bounced back to form with a reassuring 3rd in a 2000m turf handicap at Lignières on 30 November. Confirmation required
CRACKNELL – Maturing 11-start maiden with sound references/form credentials in handicaps on this surface, including a recent 2nd on this course over 1900m on 12 November. Candidate for success
INCA MAN – Versatile hard-knocker whose experience and sound references/form credentials in PSF handicaps will stand him in good stead. Shouldn’t be hastily condemned for his failure (10th) on heavy ground at Craon on 1 December
PUERTA DEL SOL – Lightly raced filly (15-start maiden) with little to suggest that she will be competitive in a race like this, especially on this surface after finishing 8th in a turf handicap over 1800m at Le Croisé-Laroche on 16 November. Overlook
TWIN BOY – Won a 1500m PSF handicap at Deauville last month but struggled under a 2kg penalty in his subsequent start at that venue, finishing 7th over 1400m in a PSF handicap on 4 December. Improvement needed
FULL COLOUR – Proven PSF performer with sound references/form credentials in handicaps on this surface, albeit without a win (34-start maiden). Runner-up in a 2500m PSF handicap at Deauville on 26 November – today could be her day!
LA MOMY – Took advantage of a drop in the weights/ratings to finish a reassuring 2nd (off a career-low mark) in a 2100m PSF handicap at Pornichet on 30 November. Confirmation is expected
ROHIRRIM LASS – Runner-up in a course-and-distance handicap on 12 October and should play a leading role with a repeat of that performance. Didn’t go unnoticed when 6th over 2150m at Lyon-La Soie on 25 October – winning chance
LANDARYNA – Inconsistent but retains sufficient means – confirmed as much with a reassuring/competitive 3rd over 1900m on PSF in a handicap at Deauville on 4 December. Keep safe
LE DRAKKAR – Regained form/momentum in handicaps earlier this yea, having dropped to a competitive mark and finished 2nd in a 2500m PSF handicap at Deauville when last seen on 10 Februray. Absent since so is best watched for now
JOJO – Struggled (unplaced in her last 4 appearances) on French soil but didn’t go unnoticed when finishing 4th at Mons in a 2100m PSF handicap on 3 December. More needed here
ZABIR – Won a 2100m PSF handicap at Pornichet last month and proved his competitiveness off this mark (under a 1,5kg penalty) by finishing 5th in a 2150m PSF handicap at Lyon-La Soie on 2 December. Dark horse
PENRHEAD – Experienced filly with sound references/form credentials in turf handicaps, including a last-start 2nd over 1900m at Bordeaux on 22 November. Unknown quantity on this surface
RECOLEROS – Versatile performer in good form and physical condition with sound references in handicaps on both surfaces, including a recent 3rd (over 2100m) on 5th over 1700m on 23 November in PSF handicaps at Pornichet – has a say
NO BARRIER – Experienced 30-start maiden soundly beaten in his last 8 handicap appearances, the latest (11th) at Lyon-La Soie on PSF over 2150m on 2 December. Hard to recommend
Summary: FULL COLOR (7) showed recently that her day in this category is near. She can belatedly open her account at the expense of ROHIRRIM LASS (9), who is proven on this surface and races fresh after a break. RECOLEROS (15) is dangerous to discount under a light weight and appeals most of the remainder, with CRACKNELL (3) completing the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
FULL COLOUR (7) – ROHIRRIM LASS (9) – RECOLEROS (15) – CRACKNELL (3)
C5 – PRIX DU JARDIN DES EAUX MINERALES – 3200m (a2m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 2 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 53,000
KAPANI – Finished an encouraging 5th in a 2500m PSF handicap at Deauville on 27 November resuming after a 4-month absence. Won this race last year, albeit off a lower mark, and ought to remain competitive
SHELBY – Absent since finishing 10th over 2400m at Madrid, Spain on 20 October but boasts a good course-and-distance record (a win and a 3rd in as many outings). Usually runs well fresh and is competitive off this mark – dark horse
LEMPIRA – Unplaced (11th) in a 2500m PSF handicap at Deauville on 2 November but ran a better race than his finishing position suggests. Subsequently joined Edouard Monfort’s stable – not taken lightly
CHESS – He pulverized his opposition in winning the course-and-distance Prix de Raray on 28 October. Copped a penalty (3,5kg) for that performance but is improving, so seems capable of following up – will pay to follow his progress
MONA TREZY – Winner of 3 handicaps since September, including a last-start victory on this course over 2700m on 22 November, but has shot up 10kg in total as a result. More questions to answer under these conditions – for another day
BLACK HAWK – Ridden more aggressively than usual in his last 2 starts and acquitted himself well on both occasions, winning a 3000m handicap on this course last month (23 November). Has more to do under a 3kg penalty for that victory
ALERIO – Done little wrong since joining Guillaume Courbot in late October – maintaining form and consistency in claimers and handicaps. Finished 3rd on this course in a 2700m claimer on 7 December and has another place chance
SPANISH LIGHT – A specialist on soft ground so is hard to make a case for in his first start on this course, despite finishing 3rd in a 3000m Toulouse handicap on 24 November. Others preferred
ILUMINE PRECIEUSE – Has found her way on the flat recently after a spell over obstacles, finishing 2nd in back-to-back Quinte+ events on very heavy ground – the latest over 2500m at Saint-Cloud on 27 October. Lack PSF references but is respecetd
SITJAR – Lightly raced late-bloomer whose limits remain unknown. Won consecutive handicaps last month, the latest at Toulouse over 3000m on 24 November – not taken lightly
JAZZMEN – A shadow of his former self recently but has dropped to his last-winning mark and boasts sound references at this level. Well-beaten 12th on a 2350m handicap at Strasbourg on 11 November so is best watched for now
TURANIA – Didn’t go unnoticed (7th) in a 3000m handicap on this course last month (23 November) in his 3rd start back after a 5-month absence. Could get into the picture
KLASSIC PRECIEUX – Confirmed/built on the promise of his encouraging comeback 2nd on turf at this venue in September by winning a course-and-distance handicap on 28 October. On the up so should remain competitive under a 2,5kg penalty
ROSETTA STONE – Finished 4th in a 3200m Quinté+ on PSF at Deauville in August but unplaced in both subsequent starts, the latest over 2500m at that venue on 2 November. Needs to reaffirm
ACT OF WISDOM – Regained his form/momentum recently in 3 handicap appearances, the latest (5th) on this course in a 3000m PSF handicap on 23 November. Has more on his plate at this level
RUSSIAN TWIST – Versatile hard-knocker with sound references/form credentials in handicaps on both surfaces, including 2nds in his last 2 starts – the latest on PSF over 3100m at Pornichet on 13 November. Dark horse
Summary: CHESS (4) made light work of his opposition in a similar event for stayers over this course and distance and 3,5kg penalty seems unlikely to prevent him from following up, even at this level. KLASSIC PRECIEUX (13), an authoritative winner here in late October, and ILUMINE PRECIEUSE (9), who lacks references on PSF, lead the opposition ahead of KAPANI (1), the title holder this race who was undoubtedly prepared to defend his crown. SHELBY (2), RUSSIAN TWIST (16), second in the 2023 edition with 2kg more, and LEMPIRA (3), newcomer to the stable of Edouard Montfort, complete the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
CHESS (4) – KLASSIC PRECIEUX (13) – ILUMINE PRECIEUSE (9) – KAPANI (1)
C6 – PRIX DES JARDINS FAMILIAUX – 3200m (a2m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 27,000
DAY OFF – Experienced handicapper with sound references/form credentials in handicaps on both surfaces, including a last-start 6th in a 2500m PSF Deauville handicap on 26 November
LA TEMPLIERE – Experienced and versatile mare whose references include finishing 2nd in a turf Quinté+ and a last-start 4th over 3000m in a handicap on this course on 23 November. Big shout
ATHINEOS – Runner-up in a 2200m Quinte+ event on turf at this venue in October and finished 2nd in a 2700m PSF handicap on this course on 22 November. Not taken lightly
WARELIA – Returned to form with a reassuring 2nd in a 3000m PSF handicap on this course recently, on 23 November. Keep safe
YORK TOWN – Versatile hard-knocker with sound references/form credentials in handicaps on PSF and turf, including a last-start 2nd in a 3000m handicap at Fontainebleau on 14 November
STEP MORNING – Ultra-consistent versatile handicapper in good form and physical condition – finished in the first 3 seven times in eight associations with Théo Bachelot, winning twice. Caught the eye when 3rd in a 4000m handicap at Angers on 18 November
ELOISE – Lightly raced filly with scope to improve on her handicap debut after an encouraging 2nd over 2900m in an apprentice event at Angers on 6 November
BRAMESHOT – Versatile type with sound references/form credentials in handicaps on both surfaces, including a last-start victory in a 4000m Angers handicap on 18 November. Dark horse
NASDAQ – Finished 4th in each of his 3 PSF appearances. Showed his form/well-being recently by finishing 2nd in back-to-back claimers, the latest over 2500m at Nancy on 17 November
PLATEADO – Versatile hard-knocker with references in handicaps on both surfaces but out of sorts at present. Unplaced (7th) in a 2000m turf handicap at Toulouse on 17 November
BADEN ROCKS – Versatile hard-knocker maintaining form and consistency in handicaps on both surfaces. Finished 3rd on this course in a 3000m handicap on 23 November – attractive outsider
BARBADIN – Consistent hard-knocker with sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 4th in a course-and-distance handicap on 28 October. On the shortlist
SWEET AUTHOR – Lightly raced 7-year-old unplaced in all 11 appearances this year, the latest (12th) over 3000m in a handicap at Fontainebleau on 14 November
RED JOY – Rejuvenated hard-knocking mare in good form and physical condition – finished 4th in a 2700m handicap on this course and a good 3rd in a course-and-distance handicap on 28 October. Candidate for success
AVENTURA – Improving last-start winner who opened his account recently in a 2500m Nancy claimer on 17 November. Outsider
MAESTRO CHOP – Veteran handicapper who finished 2nd in a 2700m handicap at a lower level on this course on 7 December. For another day
RUE DAUPHINE – Experienced mare with references in turf handicaps but rarely seen on the PSF. Finished 8th in a 2700m handicap on this course on 22 November – others preferred
Summary: With two races in her legs now, LA TEMPLIERE (2) is a legitimate candidate for the prize. RED JOY (14) always finishes his courses well, without managing to return to success. Maybe it’s for today. Currently in good shape, BARBADIN (12) should start fairly heavily in betting. Very hard at work, YORK TOWN (5) should still defend its chances dearly, especially since the change of surface will not bother it.
SELECTIONS
LA TEMPLIERE (2) – RED JOY (14) – BARBADIN (12) – YORK TOWN (5)
C7 – PRIX D’EPSOM – 2100m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22,000
DREAMS – Did not show his best when 15th in a handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 26 November. Capable of making the frame when at best
NEKOLETO – Holding form and was third in a handicap at Nancy over 2000m on 17 November. Not out of it
LA JAVANAISE – Has really struggled of late and was 12th in a handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 26 November. Needs major improvement to win
BOKEN – In good shape and has won her last two starts at Ostende, with the latest being over 1600m. Tougher task this time and others are preferred
PORTRERO – Holding form on the turf and was fourth in a handicap at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1800m on 16 November. Capable of contesting the finish
DREAM AGAIN – Disappointing last run when 16th in a handicap at this course over 1900m on 12 November. Won her previous three starts and is not out of it
FORZA SEDACA – Unreliable and was well beaten in a handicap last time out at Toulouse over 2400m on 11 November. Better on the turf and others are preferred
RISE AND SHINE – On a long losing run but was not disgraced when fourth in a handicap at Nancy over 2000m on 17 November. Has a winning chance
FITZCARRALDO – Unreliable and was 8th last time out in a handicap at this track over 1900m on 12 November. Capable of winning when in the mood
EVERSTORM – Has struggled of late and was 11th in a handicap at Nancy over 2000m on 17 November. Others are preferred
COGNAC – Has struggled of late and was 11th in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 2000m on 4 November. Capable of an upset on best form
SWEEP AWAY – Did not show his best when unplaced last time out in a handicap at this course over 1900m on 12 November. Did better over this track and trip before that. Can go one better
MANWHATAMAN – Bounced back to win a race at Mons over 2100m on 5 November. Tougher task this time and others are preferred
SENOR PEDRO – Has been well beaten in both starts this year, the latest in a handicap at this track over 2200m on 26 October. Others make more appeal
EVER MUCHACHA – Mostly moderate form of late and was 5th in a Conditions race at Limoges over 2100m on 30 November. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
KARIOITAHI – Finished 12th in a handicap at Lignières over 2000m on 30 November. Better on the turf but might play a minor role
Summary: SWEEP AWAY (12) is clearly better judged on his penultimate start when runner-up over this course and distance. He gets a narrow vote to score in a very open race. RISE AND SHINE (8) has a winning chance if repeating a good last run at Nancy. FITZCARRALDO (9) has had a good time of things at this track and did not run too badly last time out. NEKOLETO (2) is in good form and should be very competitive once again.
SELECTIONS
SWEEP AWAY (12) – RISE AND SHINE (8) – FITZCARRALDO (9) – NEKOLETO (2)
C8 – PRIX D’UBERLINGEN – 2100m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000
LAKE NAIVASHA – Returned to form when scoring a handicap at Nancy over 2000m on 17 November. Carries a penalty and is better on the turf
KING OF TWIST – Has struggled of late and was 13th last time out in a handicap at this course over 1900m on 12 November. Can bounce back to score
BRAVE SHIINA – Has shown improvement of late and was third in a handicap at Lyon-La Soie over 2150m on 2 December. Can contest the finish again
SECOND TO NONE – Unreliable and was 7th in a handicap at Lyon-La Soie over 2150m on 2 December. Could earn some money
SOGYNT – Broke a losing streak when winning a handicap at Pornichet-La Baule last time out over 2100m on 30 November. Carries a penalty but is not out of it
KARMINA BELLA – Very unreliable and was 12th last time out in a handicap at Lyon-La Soie over 2150m on 2 December. Won her penultimate start but probably prefers the turf
BOB LA BIDOUILLE – Has struggled of late and was 15th in a handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 3100m on 23 November. Better this distance and can make the frame
GOLDYWAY DE SAON – Battling to find best form and was 11th in handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 26 November. Others make more appeal
SWEET MASTER – At very best at Nancy was runner-up there last time out in a handicap over 2000m on 17 November. Might play a minor role
HOLLY COLOUR – On a very long losing run and was 9th in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1900m on 27 November. Needs major improvement to win
SAN TEODORICO – Unreliable but was not disgraced when 5th in a handicap at this course over 1900m on 12 November. Could play a minor role
LOVE THE STARS – Needed her last run whe 13th in a handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 26 November. Capable of improvement and is not out of it
FRANKIE’S BOY – Both wins were in Germany and was 14th in a handicap at Nancy over 2000m on 17 November. Others are much preferred
KHANWEILER – Did not show his best when 11th in a handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 2100m on 30 November. Capable of better and has a place chance
LOVELY TESS – Unreliable but was third last time out in a handicap at Nancy over 2000m on 17 November. Likes that course but could earn some money
PALANZANO – A winner of two of his last four starts but was only 6th in a handicap at Deauville over 1500m on 20 November. Prefers the turf but could play a minor role
Summary: KING OF TWIST (2) has struggled of late. He did win a couple of times earlier in the year and could bounce back to score. BRAVE SHIINA (3) is distance suited and has improved of late so is a lively danger. SOGYNT (5) carries a penalty for a good win last month but can follow up if in the same mood. BOB LA BIDOUILLE (7) is better this shorter distance and is one of many more with a winning chance.
SELECTIONS
KING OF TWIST (2) – BRAVE SHIINA (3) – SOGYNT (5) – BOB LA BIDOUILLE (7)
C9 – PRIX MY SWALLOW – 1600m (a1m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 1 Race – Flat – EUR € 35,000
TIMBER LIGHT – Unreliable this year but was not disgraced when third last time out in a Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m on 31 October. Better on the turf but is not out of it
ZELMAN – Unreliable but does win when in the mood and was victorious last time out in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 29 November. Carries a 1.50kgs penalty but can follow up
CLAVUS – A winner of his last three starts including a handicap last time out at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 30 June. Not as good on the PSF but could score returning from a break
GOLD INDEX – Returned to form with a Conditions race win last time out at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 17 June. Returns from a break but does have a winning chance
FERRARI FEVER – Likes this track and was not disgraced when 5th in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 12 November. Can contest the finish
SPEED HUNTER – Improved with each run and was a winner last time out in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 12 March. May need this run returning from a break
AMERICAN LAWYER – Did not show his best when 12th in a handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 29 August. Returns from a break but could play a minor role
KOVEL – Distance suited and was a winner last time out in a Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m on 31 October. Capable of doubling up
BAYAMOON – Holding form and was third in a Conditions race at Pau over 2000m on 13 November. Might play a minor role
BID FOR CHESTER – Has been at best in sprints and was fourth last time out at Navan over 1000m on 23 October. Others are preferred
QUALIXIA – Did not show her best when 11th at Munch-Riem over 1300m on 12 October. Needs to find a few lengths to beat these rivals
PLACEHOLDER – Has won twice in the UK and was 6th last time out in a handicap at Kempton Park over 2200m on 16 October. Better this distance and has been supplemented for this race
MME JOURDAIN – Very consistent so far and was runner-up last time out in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 12 November. Can go one better this time
Summary: CLAVUS (3) has been at his very best on the turf and he is coming off three nice wins. He returns from a break to try his luck on the PSF and might be good enough to score again. GOLD INDEX (4) also returns from a break but did win well last time out and could be a threat. MME JOURDAIN (13) is very consistent and should be competitive yet again. KOVEL (8) is fit and won over this distance last time out so deserves respect.
SELECTIONS
CLAVUS (3) – GOLD INDEX (4) – MME JOURDAIN (13) – KOVEL (8)
R2 CAGNES-SUR-MER [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DU MONT FALOURDE – 3700m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 35,000

POURQUOI PAS MAMAN – Won on his chase debut at Fontainebleau on December 3rd over 3600m in a claiming chase. More required in a better race
KADOVER – Nice 3rd last time over hurdles 10 days ago and a win before that over 3800m in a Class 4 chase at Maure-De-Bretagne on November 10th. Key chance
PRIVATE JOKE – Fair 3rd over 3600m in a Class 3 chase at Fontainebleau on November 20th. Can make the frame
RUE SURCOUF – 5th last time over 3700m in a claiming chase on December 4th at this track. Yet to win and can be passed over
SAGA NIGHT – Credible 3rd over 3400m at this track in a Class 4 hurdle recently on December 6th. Chase debut and might come up short
LACRYMA CHRISTI – Two unplaced runs recently, won before that over 3400m at Niort in a Class 4 hurdle on June 9th. Best watched on chase debut
LA VANILLE – Scored on her third start over 3550m in a Class 4 hurdle at Fontainebleau on October 5th. Now tries fences for the first time and is one to pay attention too
LIGHT OF STAR – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 3550m in a Class 4 hurdle on October 5th. Ought to be thereabouts
Summary: KADOVER (2) ran well over hurdles at this track 10 days ago and got off the mark over fences before that on her chase debut in November. She holds strong claims of winning again. LA VANILLE (7) can be competitive and looks like the main threat on her chasing debut. PRIVATE JOKE (3) is one for the each-way backers to take seriously. LIGHT OF STAR (8) tries fences for the first time and has shown talent over hurdles.
SELECTIONS
KADOVER (2) – LA VANILLE (7) – PRIVATE JOKE (3) – LIGHT OF STAR (8)
C2 – PRIX DE LA VESUBIE – 3300m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 37,000
C COMME CA – 2nd at Angers over 3400m in a Class 3 hurdle on November 25th on his recent run. Can place at nice odds
NIGHT OF DREAMS – Two unplaced runs recently, 2nd before that at Merano (ITA) over 3300m in a Grade 3 hurdle. A winner in Italy, this will be more difficult
ILLAHO – Unplaced over fences last time, 2nd before that over 3400m in a Class 4 chase on November 1st. Can make the frame
ERABLE – 3rd at this track over 3400m 8 days ago in a Class 4 hurdle. Might find a few of these too smart
CITY OF GOLD – Nice 3rd on hurdles debut over 3300m at this track 10 days ago. Flat winner who should be too good for his rivals
PAWICLO GEDE – Well beaten on the one run over track and trip on December 2nd. Looks like he is safely held
OCEANO NOX – Credible 4th over track and trip 10 days ago on hurdles debut. Two time winner on the flat and warrants respect
LOULOU BERE – Unplaced on hurdles debut at this track 10 days ago over this trip, placed on the flat on both starts, the latter when 3rd over 2650m on August 16th. Player
Summary: CITY OF GOLD (5) made a pleasing start to his hurdling career when he was third at this track over this trip 10 days ago. He won on the flat and should have too much in his locker for his opposition. OCEANO NOX (7) was a length behind in fourth in the same race and looks like the main threat. LOULOU BERE (8) looks like an option each way.
SELECTIONS
CITY OF GOLD (5) – OCEANO NOX (7) – LOULOU BERE (8) – ILLAHO (3)
C3 – PRIX BERJOU – 3800m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 35,000
KAMYADOR – Course and distance winner over fences last year, nice 5th over 3600m in a good handicap hurdle at Auteuil on November 30th. Player
JOUR POLAIRE – Credible 6th at Auteuil over 3600m in a handicap hurdle on November 30th. 2nd in a Class 1 chase last year in September and then seemed to lose his confidence over fences. Can feature if his jumping holds up
GOONHILLY – Placed over hurdles when trained in the UK, shaped with promise on his chase debut over 3800m in a Class 3 chase 8 days ago at this track. Place chance
JOLY DE CIERGUES – Has several unplaced runs of late, the latter at this track 8 days ago in a Class 3 chase. One to steer clear of
IAMASTAR – Ran a nice race when 4th on December 4th at this track over 3800m in a Class 3 chase, and a win before that at Nimes over hurdles in November. One to consider
YOU FOR ME – 3rd over 4100m at Angers in a claiming hurdle on November 24th when last seen. Back over fences and can be avoided
GRAND DE THAIX – Credible 3rd at this track over 3800m in a Class 3 chase on December 4th. Ought to be thereabouts
KAPTEEN – 2nd over 3600m at Auteuil in a claiming hurdle on November 6th. Has still to convince over fences
GREYM – Nice 2nd at this track when caught on the line over 3800m in a Class 3 chase 8 days ago. Useful operator and can be too good for his rivals
SVETLOVA – 4th on the latest start over 3900m at Machecoul in a Class 4 hurdle on November 11th. Chasing bow and will find this a bit too much
Summary: GREYM (9) jumped well on his chasing debut 8 days ago at this track and out again quickly he can go one place better this time. KAMYADOR (1) could be the main threat. He is a course and distance winner over fences and has been running well recently over hurdles. JOUR POLAIRE (2) was a promising second in a Class 1 chase at Auteuil last year and then a fall dented his confidence. He has been racing over hurdles recently and is one to keep safe. GRAND DE THAIX (7) is also worth a mention.
SELECTIONS
GREYM (9) – KAMYADOR (1) – JOUR POLAIRE (2) – GRAND DE THAIX (7)
C4 – PRIX WUTZELINE – 3300m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 35,000
MARIE VA – Unplaced on the one run over hurdles at this track 8 days ago over 3300m. Hard to fancy
CARAJONES – Unplaced on the one run over hurdles 8 days ago at this track, a flat winner three times and is one to keep safe
MISSBASILE – Unplaced on the one run over 3300m at this track on December 4th. Has work to do
KHIRA – Failed to finish over 3400m at Angouleme on October 20th in a Class 4 hurdle. Opposable
LOGUIVY DE LA MER – Showed promise on the one run until parting company with her rider at this track 8 days ago over 3300m in a hurdle. Place chance
MISS RAFALE – Nice 5th on her debut over 3300m at this track 8 days ago over hurdles. Will know a lot more this time and can feature
CATELLE ROSE – Three unplaced runs, the latter when failing to complete the course on hurdles debut 8 days ago at this track over 3300m on hurdles debut. Pass over
KAMAKURA ONE – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that at Clairefontaine on the flat over 1800m in a maiden race on October 25th. Can be expected to score on hurdles debut
MICCOSUKEE – Two tame efforts on the flat, the most recent over 3000m at Dieppe in a maiden on August 21st. Hurdles debut and others preferred
MERI LILOU – 8th on her hurdles debut at this track 8 days ago over 3300m. Flat winner of a maiden over 1800m and is in the mix
MARACAMAYA – Failed to complete the course over 3300m at this track 8 days ago. Out again quickly but is unlikely to feature
KUDAFUSHI – 6th on debut over 3300m at this track over hurdles 8 days ago. Placed form on the flat and can make the frame
Summary: KAMAKURA ONE (8) has several placed efforts on the flat and will be well prepared by her shrewd trainer for this hurdle race debut. She can score from MISS RAFALE (6) who made a pleasing debut on this track 8 days ago when she was fifth. She will know a good deal from that experience. KUDAFUSHI (12) has a lot of experience on the flat and jumped well enough on her debut over hurdles at this track 8 days ago. MERI LILOU (10) is also worth considering.
SELECTIONS
KAMAKURA ONE (8) – MISS RAFALE (6) – KUDAFUSHI (12) – MERI LILOU (10)
C5 – PRIX DE CARDIFF – 4000m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Claiming – Hurdles – EUR € 20,000
LOUP ROYANS – Three unplaced runs when last seen in November 2022 in a handicap hurdle at Auteuil over 3900m. Opposable
MAGNETO – Two unplaced runs recently, 4th before that over 4000m at Pisa 9ITA) in a Grade 1 hurdle on February 11th. Hard to fancy
GOLD MOUNTAIN – Three unplaced outings of late. Won before that over 3800m at Nancy in a Class 3 hurdle on March 24th. Capable of being competitive
JAMMING – Unplaced on December 4th at this track in a Class 4 hurdle over 3500m. Makes limited appeal
JUNGLE SEA – Two 4th placed runs of late, the latter at this track on December 6th over 4000m in a claiming hurdle. Among the leading place chances
INSPACE – 5th last time, 3rd before that over 4000m in a handicap hurdle on November 23rd. Course winner last year over 3500m. Player
MESSI BLUE – Credible 4th at this track over 3500m on December 4th in a Class 4 hurdle. More than capable of winning a race of this nature
NILE PARIS – Fair 4th at Machecoul over 3900m in a claiming hurdle on October 20th recently. Unlikely to feature
PASSION RETURN – Two unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 3300m at Merano (ITA) over hurdles on August 25th. Course form is poor
GOLD FOR NIZZY – Ran well when 2nd over 4000m on December 6th at this track in a claiming hurdle. Leading chance of scoring
JOLICOEUR – 5th last time at this track over 4000m on December 6th in a claiming hurdle. Looks vulnerable
ZINOA – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 4000m at this track on December 2nd in a handicap hurdle, Third run this month and is worth considering
LA BAROCHE – Three unplaced runs this year, the most recent over 4000m at this track in a handicap hurdle on December 2nd. Others make more sense
Summary: MESSI BLUE (7) should be too smart for his rivals. He was a decent fourth at this track 8 days ago in a Class 4 hurdle. GOLD FOR NIZZY (10) can make the selection work hard for success. She was a nice second 6 days ago at this racecourse in a claiming hurdle. ZINOA (12) is having her third race this month and will not lack race fitness. She can make the frame. GOLD MOUNTAIN (3) is also capable and can have a say in proceedings.
SELECTIONS
MESSI BLUE (7) – GOLD FOR NIZZY (10) – ZINOA (12) – GOLD MOUNTAIN (3)
C6 – PRIX JEAN DOUMEN – 3400m (a2m1/8) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 37,000
ETINCELLE DESJY – Three unplaced runs of late, the most recent over 4000m at this track on December 2nd. She needs to get back on track
JANE CALAMITY – 6th on the one run this year at this track over 3500m in a Class 4 hurdle on December 4th. Capable but unreliable
KARESSE DU LARGE – 6th last time, 3rd before that over 3800m at Meslay-Du-Maine in a Class 4 chase on October 27th. Can feature
DEMOISELLE BOURBON – Got off the mark last time over 3700m in a Class 4 chase at Questembert on June 23rd. She has a layoff to overcome and might not be as effective back over hurdles
SIGIYANA – Unplaced on the one run this year at this track 8 days ago in a Class 4 hurdle over 3500m. Makes no appeal
FANDERIK – Nice 2nd last time over 3550m at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 hurdle on November 20th. Leading contender
ZOYA – Unplaced last time on December 6th at this track in a Class 3 hurdle over 3400m. A flat winner who has to be respected
KASBAH ROYALE – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 3600m in a hurdle race at Auteuil on debut on September 19th. Can not be discounted
KATE DES GENIEVRES – Decent effort when 2nd over 3400m at Nimes in a Class 3 chase on December 1st. Placed over hurdles before that and is one to pay attention too
KLARINA – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 3600m in a Class 4 hurdle at Argentan on October 20th. In the mix
NOUR AYA – Unplaced last time on December 6th in a Class 3 hurdle, placed form on the flat. Merits consideration
DOUBLE EFFECT – 6th on hurdles debut at this track on December 6th in a Class 3 race over 3400m. Placed on the flat but others preferred
GREAT ACTION – Unplaced recently, 3rd before that at Nimes over 3400m in a claiming hurdle on November 17th. Opposable
LOOPY – 9th on the one run over hurdles at this track on December 9th over 3400m in a claiming race. Unlikely to feature
LADY MINERVA – Three unplaced runs, the latter over 3600m at Compiegne in a Class 3 hurdle on October 21st. Prefer others
KADINKA – Four unplaced runs, the most recent over 3500m at this track on December 2nd in a handicap hurdle. Looks vulnerable
Summary: FANDERIK (6) was a pleasing second at Fontainebleau in late November when last seen and can go one better this time. Her main danger could be ZOYA (7) who is a winner on the flat and shaped with promise when sixth at this track over hurdles 6 days ago. KATE DES GENIEVRES (9) has solid claims to make the top three and is one to keep safe. KLARINA (10) is also worth considering and looks the best of the remainder.
SELECTIONS
FANDERIK (6) – ZOYA (7) – KATE DES GENIEVRES (9) – KLARINA (10)
C7 – PRIX AL CAPONE II – 3800m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Handicap – Steeple Chase – EUR € 39,000
WORTH A TEAM – Credible 6th in a Class 2 chase at this track on December 6th over 3800m. Capable of being competitive
KING SAINT – Two recent wins, the latter over 3800m in a handicap chase at this track on December 2nd. Can get another success
GARIBALDI – Fair 4th at this track to KING SAINT (2) last time over 3800m on December 2nd in a handicap chase. Can make the frame
BLISSIMO – Nice 2nd to KING SAINT (2) last time over 3800m at this track on December 2nd in a handicap chase. One to pay attention too
PACIFIC BOY – Fell last time over 3800m at this track in the race won by KING SAINT (2) on December 2nd 10 days ago. Unlikely to threaten
UNIVERSAL WIND – Failed to complete the course at this track 10 days ago in a handicap chase over 3800m behind KING SAINT (2). Others make more appeal
SIERRA NEGRA – Won last time over 3500m in a handicap hurdle at this track on December 2nd. Might not have the same effect over fences
BELABRA – Credible 4th last time over 3550m in a handicap hurdle at Chateaubriant on July 16th. Has an absence to overcome
LINEMIX – Two unplaced runs of late, the latter over 3500m at this track on December 2nd in a handicap hurdle. Pass over
Summary: KING SAINT (2) won by four lengths at this track 10 days ago over this trip and can follow up under a penalty. He is seeking a hat-trick after a win at Lyon Parilly on October 20th over hurdles. His main threat is BLISSIMO (4) who was back in second when they met 10 days ago and will make things interesting. WORTH A TEAM (1) looks like a safe option each way. GARIBALDI (3) warrants respect and is worth considering.
SELECTIONS
KING SAINT (2) – BLISSIMO (4) – WORTH A TEAM (1) – GARIBALDI (3)
R3 VINCENNES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LUSSAC – 2175m (a1m1/4) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 35,000

KNOCKANDO – 8th of 10 finishers, on just 2nd start back, in a 2850m Laval Class F mid-November. Competitively-shod for first objective of the winter and should be good enough to finish in the mix this time
KAYAK – 7th of 11 to KID DE LA BANIO (12) in a 2700m Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche on 25 November. Will be fit by now and makes Vincennes bow with a decent chance of making first 5
KILLER MELOC – Sanctioned in last 3, most recently a 2700m Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche on 25 November, and can expect to have few takers
KINGSTON DU GOSIER – 8th of 11 to KID DE LA BANIO (12) in a 2700m Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche on 25 November. Is not devoid of ability but must first re-establish his credentials
KAPITEN DU MELEUC – Opened his account at Amiens before running 2nd of 8 in a 2550m Reims Class F mid-November. Takes on a better lot this time and chances limited
KANKAL – Good, consistent servant that finished a decent 4th of 9 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E last week. Unlikely to win this but will not be far off the mark
KOZMIC BLUES – Runner-up to KIMI DU DOME (10) at Graignes before enduring a tough trip in a Class E over course and distance last week, finishing 10th of 13. Form is not in question and can play a role if Cedric Terry keeps him out of trouble
KING CASH CEKE – Performed well after being sanctioned in a Class E under these conditions on 25 November. Is not the easiest to trust but, with application, should not disappoint
KING LOOK – Serious future prospect making Vincennes debut after running 10th of 14 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E 2 weeks ago. Still in conditioning-mode though and best to wait
KIMI DU DOME – Failed to confirm Graignes success when 8th of 14 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E 2 weeks ago. Can be excused that run and, if focused, can put things right
KAZACHOK – Never taxed when 6th of 9, on re-entry, in a 2725m Graignes Class E on 23 November. Has a lot going for him here and has every chance of imposing
KID DE LA BANIO – Ran 3rd at La Capelle before winning a 2700m Class F at Le Croisé-Laroche on 25 November. Plainly back at the top of his game and is in with a shout of repeating
Summary: Winner at Le Croise-Laroche late last month, and just 345 Euros from elimination, KID DE LA BANIO (12) reverts to a previous formula and looks to have a reasonable chance of confirming. Although unplaced last time, KIMI DU DOME (10) has otherwise been in rude health and will be expected to set the record straight. After a much-needed freshener, and unshod-behind for the first time, KAZACHOK (11) has been entrusted to the champion driver and could well win his first since March 2023. KANKAL (6) consistently gives his best and should take well to the new profile.
SELECTIONS
KID DE LA BANIO (12) – KIMI DU DOME (10) – KAZACHOK (11) – KANKAL (6)
C2 – PRIX DU GRAND FOUGERAY – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Mounted – EUR € 41,000
IRON MAN D’AVRIL – Stormed up at Strasbourg before running 3rd, a place behind IMAIL DE CARSI (15) in a 2175m Class D here 3.5 weeks ago. Sports fresh configuration and although not a priority must still be respected
IBILI DE SALTA – Sanctioned in last 3, latterly a 2800m Strasbourg harness Class F on 25 October. Shoes on and no danger
INFLUENCE – 9th of 10 in a 2725m Graignes harness Class F on 23 November. Not once out of the frame in 5 monté starts and while in very good company this time, should still not be written off
INDIGODARCHE – Runner-up to IQUEM NARCY (14) mid-November before coming 5th of 13 to ISBA DU VIVIER (11) in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Unlikely to spring a surprise but races barefoot and can get a look-in
ISPANO BELLO – Flew up in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F a month ago. Excellent in 4 of 5 monté starts to date and can make this his own if Mathieu Mottier keeps him trotting
IDEAL D’URZY – Comfortable winner of a 2850m Laval Class F mid-November, first time under the saddle. Eric Raffin aboard again and will have his sights focused on the double
ILVICA DE HOUELLE – Sanctioned in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Has done nothing noteworthy for some time and is not about to start
IONA GENDREENNE – 4th of 9 finishers in a Class D under these conditions a fortnight ago. Similarly-shod but faces a particularly tough test this time
I AM DE LA COUR – 3rd of 8 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E last week. Has been knocking at the door lately but has more to find this time
IL MAGNIFICO – 6th of 9 finishers behind IONA GENDREENNE (8) in a Class D over course and distance, on monté debut, a fortnight ago. Will need to find more
ISBA DU VIVIER – Has done nothing but improve since returning from her spell, most recently winning a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Unlikely to repeat but is unlikely to go home empty-handed either
ILLICO DE LOU – Impressive winner of a 3000m Nantes Class G 3.5 weeks ago. Still some way off 2023 form but it would be foolhardy to ignore him
ITALIA JADOR – Would have finished 2nd in a Class D over course and distance a fortnight ago had she stayed in stride. Has otherwise demonstrated good aptitude for the discipline and has the capacity to upset the apple-cart
IQUEM NARCY – Dynamic here mid-November before faulting in a Class D over course and distance 12 days later. Tends to go well here when focused and must be afforded significant respect
IMAIL DE CARSI – Ran 2nd here before suffering interference, subsequently excluded, in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class E last week. 4 pads fitted this time but still no more than a minor place prospect
IDYLLE COPAISE – 7th of 10, when being conditioned, in a 2725m Graignes harness Class E on 23 November. Has won twice over track and trip and, shod to preference, will be competitive for spot in the mix
Summary: Enjoying something of a renaissance this year since returning to the monte code, ISPANO BELLO (5) got straight down to business on re-entry at Mauquenchy and in similar shape will take some beating. That said, the reconfigured IDEAL D’URZY (6) made short work of his ridden debut and, with morale high, can repeat. ILLICO DE LOU (12) sprang a 22/1 surprise at Nantes last time and returns to Paris with a good hand to play. Barring a trio of sanctions, IQUEM NARCY (14) has been superb since early-summer and, if focused, will be no pushover.
SELECTIONS
ISPANO BELLO (5) – IDEAL D’URZY (6) – ILLICO DE LOU (12) – IQUEM NARCY (14)
C3 – PRIX DE COGOLIN – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class B Race – Harness – EUR € 52,000
LOTUS GRIFF – Unraced since finishing 6th of 9 in a monté Class B over course and distance mid-October. Shod this time and poses no threat
LITTLE DRAGON – Got off the mark [at 12th time of asking] in a 2850m Class D over inner track on 25 November. Has never delivered under harness over the main course though and others easier to back
LORD DE BANVILLE – Well-beaten before being sanctioned in race of reference and has no possible chance
LORD DES FANES – Showed his form despite being sanctioned in a Class B over track and trip on 30 November. Temperament his own worst enemy but can play a small part if behaved
LOUISON – Honest sort that was unluckily-sanctioned in race of reference. Always gives his best but seems to have too much to do this time
LEADER DU POMMEAU – Would have finished 3rd in race of reference had he not lost his action 100m out. Has bags of untapped potential and will have an important part to play if Gwenn Junod manages to keep him trotting
LAMONT DU DOUET – Serious type that was sanctioned in race of reference, when in the running for a cheque. Has bags of ability and with application could pleasantly surprise
LABEL DE TILLARD – Quickly sanctioned in a 2175m monté Gr.2 here late-November. Here for a change of scenery and will have nothing to offer
LE BILLET VERT – Steps up in category after comfortably winning a Class D over course and distance mid-November. Looks a colt for the future and has the wherewithal to double his money
LUTIN VENESI – Gave a decent account when 3rd of 5 finishers to LORD DELO (11) in a Class B over course and distance on 30 November. Has ground to make up but will be expected to put up some opposition
LORD DELO – Superb winner of a Class B over track and trip on 30 November. Is never far from faulting but with the boss back in the bike, is hard to oppose
LOUP INDIEN – Quality element that won a 2950m Toulouse Class A, with consummate ease, 3 weeks ago. Has no left-handed references but has the quality to do well if he turns
LAUTREC QUICK – 6th of 8 in a Class A over course and distance 3 weeks ago and is not up to the task this time either
LOVER SIXTY ONE – Drops down the class-ladder after running 4th of 12 in a 2850m Gr.3 here on 1 December. Sports pads as he did that day and looks a decent candidate for another first-5 payout
LEWIS RIVER – Won over 2100m before coming 2nd of 7 finishers in a 2175m Class B here on 8 November. Is confirmed over the distance and will not go down easily
Summary: Easy winner over course and distance last month, LE BILLET VERT (9) has earned the right to step up in category and the Duvaldestin team will be justifiably hopeful of a repeat performance. It will not be all plain sailing though given how well LORD DELO (11) dominated proceedings last time out. The well-engaged LEWIS RIVER (15) has taken particularly well to the main-track profile and is very much in the running. Undefeated in the day’s configuration, LOUP INDIEN (12) makes his Vincennes debut with legitimate ambition.
SELECTIONS
LE BILLET VERT (9) – LORD DELO (11) – LEWIS RIVER (15) – LOUP INDIEN (12)
C4 – PRIX DU BERRY – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class E Amateur Riders Race – Harness – EUR € 37,000
IMPACT SPORT – Disappointing since the break, most recently 8th of 13 behind IMPERATRICE HEDEN (9) in a 3150m Saint-Brieuc Class E last week, and barefoot or not, can be confidently ignored
ICARE D’ACADIE – 3rd to ILUX DU CAUX (13) last month before being sanctioned in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F 9 days ago. Unlikely to shake things up but with application can get a look-in
INTERACTIVE – 4th under these conditions before finishing 7th of 13 in a 2100m Class E here on 26 November. Will appreciate returning to a longer trip and will be expected to play an active role
INSTINCT D’AUTHISE – Runner-up in last 2, latterly to ILUX DU CAUX (13), in a Class E over course and distance a month ago and, in similar form, can play a leading role
IDEAL RANAIS – Ran 2nd at Saint-Galmier before coming 4th of 13 in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F last week. Thrives with Jérémy Ozenne and is not about to disappoint
IL PLEUT BERGERE – Showed improvement when 6th of 13 behind IDEAL RANAIS (5) in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F 9 days ago but still has more to find
IVARUN – Made amends for course-and-distance blip when 3rd of 10 to IDAO NAY (10) in a 2500m Reims Class E mid-November. Unlikely to cause an upset but should nevertheless hold his own
INTELLO D’ERABLE – 10th of 13 in a 3150m Saint-Brieuc Class E last Friday. Returns to racing with pads but would be preferred going right-handed
IMPERATRICE HEDEN – Made up for Caen disqualification when 4th of 13 in a 3150m Saint-Brieuc Class E last week. Has decent references under these conditions and must be respected
IDAO NAY – Fine servant that ran 3rd of 13 in a 2500m Reims Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Makes Vincennes debut in cracking form and has a legitimate chance of imposing
IRMA DU VIVIER – Last of 13 behind INTERACTIVE (3) in a 2100m Class E here on 26 November and has no realistic chance
ICONE PLANCHETTE – Unthreatening when sanctioned in a 2100m Class E here late last month. Front pads fitted and no threat
ILUX DU CAUX – Brilliant winner over track and trip on 12 November before flopping to 10th of 14 in a 2100m Class E here 6 days later. Shoes on this time and can be passed over
ILLICO DE BUSSET – Was being prepared for this when last but one in a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F a month back. Barefoot this time and can finally open his 2024 account
Summary: Third over 2100m here before prepping in the provinces a month ago, ILLICO DE BUSSET (14) enjoys a golden entry and, barefoot for the occasion, looks a serious proposition. Young Cyril Enault will nevertheless be wary of IDAO NAY (10) who has never let the side down when barefoot, and INSTINCT D’AUTHISE (4) who has been lurking lately. IDEAL RANAIS (5) is hard to fault at present and has a realistic chance of making the frame.
SELECTIONS
ILLICO DE BUSSET (14) – IDAO NAY (10) – INSTINCT D’AUTHISE (4) – IDEAL RANAIS (5)
C5 – PRIX DE LANGON – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Mounted – EUR € 31,000
KENYA DE DALINE – Has turned a corner since switching codes, most recently 2nd of 6 finishers in a 2750m Cabourg Class F last Saturday. Would be preferred racing clockwise but in present condition is easy to like
KRISTAL DU TRIO – Has not been seen out since coming 6th of 10 in a 2825m Durtal Class F a month back. Races barefoot for monté debut and the Benjamin Rochard-factor cannot be ignored
KEEP CONTROL – Sanctioned, when unsupported on monté debut, in a Class E over track and trip on 15 November. Hind shoes off this time but others still preferred
KEROS DE BEAULIEU – 5th of 12, at 118/1, in a Class E over track and trip on 15 November. Is no slouch on a good day and with Mathieu Mottier aboard will be no easy touch
KENNETH DU CLOS – In the frame in 3 before losing his action in a Class E over course and distance mid-November. Anthony Barrier in the saddle and looks main threat to KING DU RIL (7)
KABOTIN CHENEVIERE – Faulted in a 2450m Caen Class F on 9 November. Has placed just once in 3 monte starts, but with front shoes off and Eric Raffin in the saddle, will generate interest
KING DU RIL – 21 races and still a maiden until winning 2 straight, most recently a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F 3 weeks ago, and looks eminently capable of securing the 3-timer
KABOBBY SANT – 10th of 13 in a 2700m harness Class E at La Capelle a month ago. Has little love for Vincennes and can be ruled out
KEEPSAKE – Makes just 2nd appearance under the saddle having easily won a 2700m Graignes harness Class F a month ago. Clearly in excellent shape and will have his chances if form transitions
Summary: Simply sterling since returning to the monté code, KING DU RIL (7) takes his first steps in the capital with Paul Ploquin in the irons and has every chance of securing the hat-trick. More than capable at this level, KENNETH DU CLOS (5) has a race under his belt since the spell and can apply the pressure if focused. Recent Graignes winner KEEPSAKE (9) sports a fresh configuration for his return to the code and must be considered a major player.
SELECTIONS
KING DU RIL (7) – KENNETH DU CLOS (5) – KEEPSAKE (9) – KEROS DE BEAULIEU (4)
C6 – PRIX DE SAINT-MALO – 2100m (a1m1/4) – Class G Amateur Drivers Race – Harness – EUR € 12,000
HERMES DU DOMAINE – 2nd of 10 in a 2725m Graignes Class F on 2 November. Currently enjoying a fine run of form, boasts solid amateur references, and is unlikely to be far off the mark
IN TO MARANCOURT – Got straight down to business on return from a spell when winning a 2850m Mauquenchy Class F at 61/1 2.5 weeks ago. Is behind in earnings and from the 2-spot can wrap this up
GET READY – 8th of 15 in a 3125m Angers Class E a month ago. Races barefoot this time, enjoys a good place behind the car and, given his record in the amateur category, can finish in the mix
HELSA DE LA ROCHE – Has turned a corner since starting to race barefoot, latterly winning a 2675m Bordeaux Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Could not have asked for a better draw and although no fan of Vincennes, her form is hard to ignore
GO GARFIELD – 2nd at La Rochelle before finishing an oddly-lacklustre 6th of 13 in a 2825m Vire amateurs Class G on 1 November. Has been handed a good draw and can put things right
IPOCALYPSE LOVE – Failed to confirm good run at La Capelle when sanctioned in a 2700m Class E here a month back. Has never delivered at this level though and others preferred
INES D’ATOUT – Debuts in the amateur division after running 6th of 11 in a 2200m Class F at Salon-de-Provence 2.5 weeks ago. Faces a more reasonable task this time, sports modified shoeing, and from front row can get in on the action
ICARE DE LA DORETE – Makes first appearance since finishing 7th of 13 in a 2875m Enghien claimer on 10 October. Shoes on for comeback and not a priority
ISKOYA – Set her personal best of 1’12″2 when 3rd of 13 in a Class E over course and distance late last month and can play a leading role if her driver successfully navigates the start
HUTA JAZZ – Pleasant 5th at Mauquenchy before finishing last of 11 in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Fitted with 4 pads this time but still not an obvious choice
IMPALA PARK – Won a Class E at La Capelle before running 4th of 12 behind IPOCALYPSE LOVE (6) in a 2750m Class F at same venue on 3 November. Has never disappointed in this category and despite the draw, looks a major player
GLAXO LEMAN – 5th of 11 in a 2850m amateurs Class F over the inner course a fortnight ago. Has decent form in this category but in this company will struggle to make his mark
GENIALE STAR – Sanctioned in last 2, most recently a 2850m Mauquenchy amateurs Class G a fortnight ago, and will have nothing to offer
HAVANA MOST – Won a 2600m Nancy Class F late last month. Races shod this time though and best to hold off
INDIANAPOLIS – Runner-up at Reims before coming 3rd of 12 in a 2725m Cabourg Class E late-October. Won her only amateur start and is not incapable of keeping that perfect record intact
FIZZ SAINT GERMAIN – Honest mare with decent amateur credentials but will need to improve on recent 9th of 13 behind GO GARFIELD (5) in a 2825m Vire amateurs Class G on 1 November
Summary: Winner of 2 of his last 3, most recently in the professional ranks, IN TO MARANCOURT (2) is well-positioned on the front line and looks set to continue his productive ways. He will however be up against the tough ISKOYA (9) who will be dangerous if Benjamin Marie positions her early, and 2nd-line starter IMPALA PARK (11) whose current form stands him in good stead. INDIANAPOLIS (15) didn’t win the draw-lottery either but she is plainly close to her race and is not to be underestimated.
SELECTIONS
IN TO MARANCOURT (2) – ISKOYA (9) – IMPALA PARK (11) – INDIANAPOLIS (15)
C7 – PRIX DES ALISIERS – 2850m (a2m) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 38,000
MAESTRO DE L’AUMOY – Has not been seen out since faulting on debut in a 2825m Class F at Le Croise-Laroche mid-October. Has had time to recalibrate and the engagement of Eric Raffin will only enhance his chances
MISTRAL DU REGENCY – Showed improvement when 4th of 9 in a 2400m Chateaubriant Class E on 1 December but still has more to find
MERCURIUS DUCAMPUS – Confirmed good qualification with victory on debut, easily winning a 2550m Reims Class E 2.5 weeks ago. In marginally better company this time, and races left-handed, but has the ability to bring the fight to MACHUCAMBO (4)
MACHUCAMBO – Close 2nd of 6 in a 2175m Class D here on 26 November. Is a colt of significant potential and Mathieu Mottier will be eager to capitalise on this good opportunity
MARQUETY DE BAILLY – 3rd of 6 finishers behind MACHUCAMBO (4) in a 2175m Class D here late last month after having come 5th over course and distance, but is not about to spring any surprises
MY NAME IS BOND – 4th over course and distance before finishing 7th of 10 in a 2100m Class C here just over 3 weeks ago. Cannot be considered a priority but in this small field can make first 5
MANHATTAN ROUSSAC – Decent 4th of 9 in a 2100m claimer here last week but in this category will have little to contribute
MARZIPAN – Got off the mark at Cabourg before running 8th of 12 in a 2700m Class B here late last month. Inner track profile should suit him better and redemption anticipated
Summary: Beaten only by a very good horse over the main track late last month, MACHUCAMBO (4) moves to the inner course this time and is in with a realistic chance of losing his maiden status. Winner first time out, MERCURIUS DUCAMPUS (3) looks a colt ready for Vincennes and will be no soft touch. MARZIPAN (8) will be more at ease under these conditions and will be competitive for a place on the podium.
SELECTIONS
MACHUCAMBO (4) – MERCURIUS DUCAMPUS (3) – MARZIPAN (8) – MAESTRO DE L’AUMOY (1)
C8 – PRIX DE MARANS – 2200m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Mounted – EUR € 35,000
LOLLOBRIGIDA – Qualified in 1’18”3 at Cagnes-sur-Mer last August. Sports front pads for debut but others still easier to back
LATIKA SAUTREUIL – Sanctioned in a 2150m Mauquenchy Class G 2.5 weeks ago. Out of her league for ridden debut and can be passed over
L’IMPERIALE AR – Sanctioned, on first start since the spell, in a 2825m Cordemais Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Never easy to gauge but has potential and the engagement of Mathieu Mottier will do her prospects no disservice
LUARIA – Surprise 2nd of 13 in a 2400m Amiens harness Class F on 1 November. Adrien Lamy gets the nod for her ridden debut and can pick up some crumbs if she keeps trotting
LALMERIA FILO – Reassuring 2nd of 10 in a 2850m Parilly harness Class G on 1 November. Makes ridden bow but is unlikely to have many friends
LIV QUESNOT – Improving sort making ridden bow after coming 2nd of 9 in a 2550m Bordeaux harness Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Front shoes on again and looks a player first time in the capital
LADY DU PAOU – Makes just 2nd appearance under the saddle after having been sanctioned in a 2125m Grenade harness Class F 2.5 weeks ago. Hind pads fitted this time but is still taking on too much
LOGE D’ERABLE – Has turned a corner since switching codes, most recently 2nd of 7 finishers in a 2700m Graignes Class F a month ago. Is plainly on the way up and can finally get that maiden monkey off her back
LIGHT UP ONE – Runner-up in first 2 this term before faulting in a 2750m Cabourg Class E last Saturday. Reunited with Benjamin Rochard and should be good enough to contest the finish
LAYLA SONIA – Takes first competitive ridden steps after finishing 6th of 8 in a Class E over track and trip 3 weeks ago. Has evident ability and the change of code may be just what the doctor ordered. First 5
LEVADIA – Never-threatening when excluded in a 2575m Saint-Brieuc Class E last Friday and will struggle to make her presence felt
LYXIE KNIGHT – Has demonstrated decent aptitude for the discipline, latterly 4th of 8 in a Class E over course and distance mid-November. Will have found her feet by now and can challenge for victory this time
LA COMTESSE MADRIK – Switches code for first time after being sanctioned early in a 2850m Class E over the short track 2 weeks ago. Is not without merit but with shoes on is unlikely to influence the result
Summary: Reinvigorated since moving over to the ridden discipline, LOGE D’ERABLE (8) sports 4 pads for the first time and can make her Vincennes debut a winning one. Aurélien Desmarres will still be keeping a keen eye on LYXIE KNIGHT (12) who has shown potential in this branch of the business, and the progressive LIGHT UP ONE (9) who will have her chances if she turns. LIV QUESNOT (6) has improved with every run since the break and debuts under the saddle with a good hand to play.
SELECTIONS
LOGE D’ERABLE (8) – LYXIE KNIGHT (12) – LIGHT UP ONE (9) – LIV QUESNOT (6)
R4 PONT DE VIVAUX [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LAGREMEUSE – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 25,000

GALAXY VAUCEENNE – Unreliable but was victorious last time out in Class F over this track and trip on 5 December. Can follow up
HISTOIRE VERTE – Did not show her best when 12th in Class G at Auch over 2250m on 11 September. Capable of better and has a winning chance
HEROINE RINGEAT – Disappointing form of late and was disqualified last time out at this track on 30 November. Others are preferred
HONORINE NAY – Very unreliable and was disqualified last time out at this course on 30 November. Could surprise when wise but others make much more appeal
HELIA DE BRUYERE – Only modest of late and was 8th in ClassF over this track and trip on 5 December. Barefoot this time and could play a minor role
HEROINE DE CHENU – Disappointing recent form and was 7th last time out in Class F at Beaumont-de-Lomagne over 2550m on 1 December. Could make the frame
GIANA DE CAZOULENE – In good form and was barefoot and third in Class G at Toulouse over 2950m on 6 December. Not unshod this time but has a place chance
FIANARANTSOA – Has really struggled of late and was 12th in Class F at Nancy over 2600m on 30 November. Needs major improvement to win
HOUPETTE ROSE – A winner of two of her last four starts including last time out in Class F at Marseille-Borély over 3000m on 15 November. Not unshod this time but can score again
GALLIA DU LINAIS – Unreliable and was 6th in Class F at Marseille-Borély over 2300m on 2 December. Capable of popping up in a place
GLOIRE ROYALE – Very unreliable and was 11th last time out in Class D at Toulouse over 2150m on 13 November. Won her penultimate start and is capable of a surprise when in the mood
HAITI LADY – On a long losing run but was third in Class F at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 24 November. Holding form and could contest the finish
HACIENDA DESBOIS – On a very long losing run but was runner-up last time out in Class D at Marseille-Borély over 3000m on 27 November. Not unshod this time but could be competitive
HERAKLION – Has major disqualification issues but was fourth in Class D at Marseille-Borély over 3000m on 27 November. Can win when wise
Summary: HOUPETTE ROSE (9) has been in very good form of late. She will not be barefoot this time but she does still get the vote to score. HERAKLION (14) bounced back to win her latest start but is also not unshod this time. She could be a threat though. HERAKLION (14) is very hard to trust but is also capable of winning a race like this. HEROINE DE CHENU (6) has been disappointing of late but could be competitive this time.
SELECTIONS
HOUPETTE ROSE (9) – HACIENDA DESBOIS (13) – HERAKLION (14) – HEROINE DE CHENU (6)
C2 – PRIX DE LABORY – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 25,000
HENRI DE LA ROUVRE – Disqualified in class F over this course and distance on 5 December. Unreliable and needs to find a few lengths to win
HELIOS DES RACQUES – Victorious in Class F over this course and distance on 5 December when barefoot. Has shown improvement and is not out of it
HASKIDO THISACLE – Showed some improvement when third in class F at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 20 October. On a long losing streak but could earn some minor money again
HATOUT DE CONNEE – Unreliable but was not disgraced when 5th in class G at Marseille-Borély over 3000m on 27 November. Has a place chance
HULK D’ARNON – Disappointing last run when 12th in class F at Saint-Galmier over 2600m on 5 November. Unreliable and others make more appeal
HOUSTON TEXAS – Has struggled of late and was 10th in class F over this track and trip on 5 December. Has major disqualification issues and is best watched for now
GABARRET DAIRPET – Did not show his best when 10th in class F at Salon-de-Provence over 2200m on 24 November. Victorious on two occasions this year and can contest the finish if smart
GOMORRO – Finished 9th in class G at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 20 October. Inconsistent and others are preferred this time
FOX DU RIB – Victorious in Class F over this track and trip on 5 December. Has won twice in last three starts and he can score again
HAKA – Holding form and was fourth in class F at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 24 November. Should be competitive again
GENTLEMAN LOVER – Has really struggled of late and was13th in class D at Toulouse over 2150m on 13 November. Has major disqualification issues and is best watched for now
HASPARREN – Finished 6th in class F over this track and trip on 5 December. Won well in September and can contest the finish
FUCHSIA DU RIB – Disappointing last run when 9th in class F over this track and tripon 5 December. Capable of better but others are preferred
GAUDI TIT – Has some fair form and was fourth in class D at Marseille-Vivaux over 2650m on 28 October. Could play a minor role
FORZO DESJY – Finished 12th in class E at Toulouse over 2950m on 20 November. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
FANGIO DU GUESCLIN – Unreliable but was runner-up in class F over this course and distance on 5 December. Placed on three attempts this year and can breakthrough. Big chance
Summary: FOX DU RIB (9 )is in fine form and can double up on his recent course and distance victory. FANGIO DU GUESCLIN (16) showed improvement over this track and trip last time out and can contest the finish. HASPARREN (12) is probably better than his last run would suggest and could be more competitive this time. HAKA (10) is holding form and also has a winning chance.
SELECTIONS
FOX DU RIB (9) – FANGIO DU GUESCLIN (16) – HASPARREN (12) – HAKA (10)
C3 – PRIX GERARD PRUDHON – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 37,000
ISEULT FLOWER – Has some fair form and was fourth in class B over this course and distance on 30 November. Victorious on three occasions this year and can contest the finish
EUNIS DU PATURAL – In good shape and was runner-up in class E at Toulouse over 2950m on 20 November. Has a winning chance
IMPERIAL DURABUTIN – Not disgraced when 5th in class C at Vincennes over 2100m on 29 October. Capable of getting involved with the finish
HERCULE DE LEAU – Finished 11th in Class E at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 5 August. On a long losing streak and is best watched for now
IRU FUSHI – Has disqualification issued but was third in class E at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 9 November. Victorious in August and is not out of it
FISH DE HOUELLE – Finished 11th in Class D at Laval over 2650m on 25 August. Won well in July but is returning from a break and could need this run
IN LOVE MESLOIS – Returned to form and was runner-up in class E at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2725m on 24 November. Can go one better
IDEFIX DE CENTULE – Finished 16th in class D at Craon over 2775m on 2 September. Capable of doing better and has a place chance
GRIGRI DU BONHEUR – Finished 13th in class D at Nimes over 2750m on 1 November. Unreliable and needs major improvement to win
HEROS DES MOTTES – Has some fair form and was third in class D at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 16 November. Could make the frame
FIFTY BLACK – Finished 9th in class C at Vincennes over 2700m on 7 September. On a long losing streak and others make more appeal
GAMBLE RIVER – 10th in class B at Divonne-Lees-Bains over 2050m on 11 August. Has disqualification issues and others are preferred
FRILOUZ DE KERNAS – Victorious in Class D at Ajacciou over 2400m on 3 November when barefoot. Not this time and tackles tougher this time
FORBACH – Did not show his best when 13th in class B over this course and distance on 30 November. Capable of better and can contest the finish
EL PRESIDENTE – Has struggled of late and was 7th in class B over this track and trip on 30 November. Inconsistent and others are preferred
GAOTCHO JIEL – Finished 11th in Class B over this track and trip on 30 November. Has disqualification issues and needs to find a few lengths to win
Summary: IN LOVE MESLOIS (7) returned to from with a good runner-up performance and can go one better this time. FORBACH (14) struggled over this track and trip last time out but is clearly capable of better and could bounce back to be a lively danger. IRU FUSHI (5) is not easy to trust but ran well last time out and has a winning chance. IMPERIAL DURABUTIN (3) ran well at Vincennes in October and is another to consider.
SELECTIONS
IN LOVE MESLOIS (7) – FORBACH (14) – IRU FUSHI (5) – IMPERIAL DURABUTIN (3)
C4 – PRIX DE LA SAMBUC – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class E Race – Mounted – EUR € 28,000
INDIEN EMJI – Disqualified in class F at Marseille-Vivaux over 2650m on 30 November. Capable of better and could contest the finish trying a Mounted race
IZZIE PONCELET – Victorious in Class F over this course and distance on 30 November. Unreliable but has also won a Mounted race and is not out of it
IL VILLAGGIO – Finished 9th in class F at Salon-de-Provence over 2200m on 24 November. On a long losing streak and others are preferred
HARRY DU LYS – Ignore last run when 8th in class F at Salon-de-Provence over 2200m on 24 November. Better in Mounted races and has a good record when barefoot. Go close
HERCULE DU LEVANT – Finished 6th in class G at Marseille-Borély over 3000m on 29 August. Capable of better but others make more appeal
FIRST DU MILAN – Disappointing last run when 12th in class F at Marseille-Borély over 2300m on 2 December. Unreliable and others are preferred
HOLY ROMAN EMPEROR – Disqualified in class D over this track and trip on 30 November. Won in August but has disqualification issues. Can suprise if wise
FIRST BLACK – Finished 11th in Class f at Marseille-Borély over 2300m on 2 December. Unreliable and needs to do more to win this race
ILLICO JULRY – Victorious in Class D over this track and trip on 30 November. Won three of last four starts and can win again
FALAKI DE CAHOT – Finished 5th in class E at Toulouse over 2950m on 20 November. Capable of a bit better and can play a minor role
EURO MAKER – On a long losing run but was 4th in class E at Salon-de-Provence over 2200m on 24 November. Capable of making the frame
FOREVER D’ARIANE – Disqualified in class E at Nimes over 2750m on 1 December. Has disqualification issues and is best watched for now
Summary: ILLICO JULRY (9) has won five times this year including three of his last four starts. His last win was over this course and distance and he clearly sets the standard for the race. HARRY DU LYS (4) is better under the saddle so the last run is best ignored. He has a good record when barefoot and under the saddle so should fight out the finish. INDIEN EMJI (1) and EURO MAKER (11) probably need to find a few lengths to win but are capable of making the frame.
SELECTIONS
ILLICO JULRY (9) – HARRY DU LYS (4) – INDIEN EMJI (1) – EURO MAKER (11)
C5 – PRIX DE PONT DE VIVAUX – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class C Race – Harness – EUR € 25,000
LOCKWOOD EFJI – Finished 8th in a class D at Beaumont de-Lomagne over 2850m on 16 November. Three poor attempts returning from a break and others are preferred
LAOS DE BANVILLE – Well beaten 10th in a class E at this track over 2650m on 3 November. Needs to improve on the recent efforts
L’ALASKA SNOW – Finished 6th in a class E at this track over 2650m on 30 November. Others are preferred in this line up
LIBERTY DU MORTIER – Finished 6th in a class A at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 16 November. Needs to find a few lengths to be competitive
LA HORSE – Disqualified in a class E at this track over 2650m on 30 November. This good finisher is seldom far off them and can bounce back to be a threat
LEGOLAS PAULOIS – Disqualified in a class E at this track over 2650m on 30 November. If wise can play a minor role at best
LIKALETO DE WALLIS – A winner of his last two starts, the latest in a class D at this track over 2650m on 8 June. Returning from a break and if ready should make a bold bid for victory
LEOPOLD – Very consistent so far and was a winner in a class E at Saint-Galmier over 2600m on 19 November. Can make the frame again
LEONA JENILOU – in very good form and was third in a class B at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 10 October. David Békaert remains on the sulky. Be right there at the finish
LEADER DU CHATAULT – Disqualified in a class A at Vincennes over 2700m on 22 September. Poor form and is unlikely to be involved in the finish
LEE ROCK BOND – Disqualified in his last two starts, the latest in a class A at Marseille-Borely over 3000m on 15 November. If wise can have a say in the finish
LALBANE STAR – Improving and was a winner in a class A at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 16 November. Has confidence and is capable of contesting the finish again
Summary: LIKALETO DE WALLIS (7) returns from a break but he does seem talented and can follow up on his course and distance win in June. LEONA JENILOU (9) is in very good form and is fit and ready to be a big runner once again. LALBANE STAR (12) is improving and won her latest start so would not be a surprise winner. LEE ROCK BOND (11) is hard to trust but has the ability to contest the finish when wise.
SELECTIONS
LIKALETO DE WALLIS (7) – LEONA JENILOU (9) – LALBANE STAR (12) – LEE ROCK BOND (11)
C6 – PRIX DE MEJEAN – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 19,500
JUST ONE FLASH – Finished 7th in a class F at this track over 2650m on 5 December. Remains barefoot. Struggling this year and is unlikely to be involved in the finish
KID DE CHANLECY – Fourth in a class E at Marseille-Borely over 2300m on 2 December. Remains barefoot. Seldom far off them and can make the frame
JOLI CHARMEUR – Unplaced in a class F at Marseille-Borely over 3000m on 20 November. Probably needed the latest and can show improvement
KLEPPER DU LOIR – Disqualified in a class F at Nimes over 2750m on 11 November. Must be wise and needs to find a few lengths
KERNEL DE NUIT – A runner up in a class E at Marseille-Borely over 2300m on 2 December. Remains barefoot. Consistent when barefoot and is not out of it
KIF DE L’UNE – Unplaced in a class E at Marseille-Borely over 2300m on 2 December. Finishes off well and on the right day can surprise
KHAZAR DES CORVEES – Finished fifth in a class E at Nimes over 2750m on 1 December. Can play a minor role at best
JAMES BOND DUEM – Finished 6th in a class F at Marseille-Borely over 3000m on 27 November. Others are preferred in this line up
KENT CLARK – Disqualified in a class E at Marseille-Borely over 2300m on 2 December. When wise is competitive but is hard to trust
JAEGER MAN – Finished 10th in a class E at Lyon-La Soie over 2700m on 11 November. Others are preferred in this line up
KISMET – Fourth in a class A at Lyon-Parilly over 2850m on 16 November. Remains barefoot. Unlucky in the latest and is capable of contesting the finish
KALEO DU BELLAY – Disappointed when unplaced in a class B at Laval over 2850m on 1 November. A good finisher that moves down in category and can make a winning start in the south east
JACKPOT DE MAHEY – Finished 6th in a class E at Cavaillon over 2050m on 27 October. A runner up on this track in June and can earn some money
KIEFFER D’OURVILLE – Fourth in a class B at Marseille-Borely over 3000m on 26 September. Seldom far off them and can play a minor role at best
Summary: KALEO DU BELLAY (12) drops in class and has a winning chance in a very competitive looking race. KISMET (11) was a bit unlucky last time out and could be a threat this time around. KENT CLARK (9) has disqualification issues but has the ability to contest the finish when smart. KERNEL DE NUIT (5) is consistent when unshod so should be competitive once again.
SELECTIONS
KALEO DU BELLAY (12) – KISMET (11) – KENT CLARK (9) – KERNEL DE NUIT (5)
C7 – PRIX DE PETIT MEJEAN – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class F Amateur Riders Race – Harness – EUR € 17,500
INCROYABLE KYRN – Disqualified in the last nine attempts,the latest in a class F at Les Sables-d’Olonne over 2775m on 17 July. Others are much preferred
IMOYO WOLF – Disqualified in a class G at Nimes over 2750m on 1 December. Others are preferred in this line up
IVANKA – Fifth at this track over the 2650m on 3 November. Proven at this level and probably needed the latest. Can be involved in the finish
INES DE TESS – Fifth in a class G at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 17 November. Remains barefoot. Some improvement in the latest but needs to do more to beat these rivals
INCA DES CHAMPS – Unplaced in a class G at Marseille-Borely over 3000m on 27 November. Poor last two efforts and was in fair form prior to that. Others make more appeal
ILANA DE BEYLEV – Finished 7th in a class G at Marseille-Borely over 3000m on 27 November. Unreliable but does pop up in a place every now and then
INROCK DU BELLAY – Unplaced in a class G at Agen-Le Passage over 2625m on 17 November. Reverts to barefoot. Improvement is needed to win
ILE DU SABLIER – A runner up in a Claimer at Saint-Galmier over 2675m on 24 November. Remains barefoot. First start for the new entourage and is not out of it
IBELIA DU LOISIR – Unreliable but was third in a class G at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 9 November. Remains barefoot and can contest the finish again
INCROYABLE STAR – Unplaced in a class D at Marseille-Borely over 3000m on 18 October. Others make more appeal
IMPACTDARCHE – Finished fifth in a class F at this track over 2650m on 30 November. Proven at this level and is holding form well. Can make the frame
ITTY D’AIMTE – Finished 10th in a class F at Lyon-Parilly over 2600m on 1 December. Remains barefoot. A runner up on this track in November and is capable of bouncing back and being a threat
IN VIVO – Holding form and was fourth in a class G at Marseille-Borely over 3000m on 27 November. Seldom far off them and is not out of it
INTUITION SOYER – Showed improvement and was a runner up in a class F at Salon-de-Provence over 2200m on 24 November. This is the third run back and can go close to winning
Summary: INTUITION SOYER (14) is ready for a peak performance run third start back and can go one better this time. IBELIA DU LOISIR (9) is unreliable but ran well at Salon-de-Provence last month and can do even better this time. IN VIVO (13) is holding form and should be competitive yet again. ITTY D’AIMTE (12) has run well at this course before and can get into the mix of things as well.
SELECTIONS
INTUITION SOYER (14) – IBELIA DU LOISIR (9) – IN VIVO (13) – ITTY D’AIMTE (12)
C8 – PRIX DU COLLET REDON – 2650m (a1m1/2) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 17,000
KAMELOT – Disqualified in both starts to date, the latest in a class F at Salon-de-Provence over 3000m on 9 November. Best watched for now
KATMAI – Finished fourth in a class E at Nimes over 2750m on 1 December. Improved effort in the latest and can make the frame
KIF ALDO – Disqualified in class G at Rouen-Mauquenchy over 2850m on 22 November. Yannick-Alain Briand will give every assistance from the sulky and they can make the frame
KIRSCH VRIE – Finished 7th in class E at Nimes over 2750m on 17 November. Reverts to barefoot. Others are preferred in this line up
KAA DE FONTAINE – Finished 6th in class E at Toulouse over 2950m on 6 December. Reverts to barefoot. David Békaert will give every assistance from the sulky and will have supporters
KARDIO – A runner up in class F at Castéra-Verduzan over 2800m on 7 October. Improved effort last time out but this is a better race
KIWI DES BOIS – Disqualified in the last two starts, the latest in a Claimer at Grenade-sur-Garonne over 2750m on 19 October. Reverts to barefoot but is hard to trust
KEDERMANN – Well beaten 8th in class F at Vitre over 3225m on 6 November. Poor since returning from a break in August and others make much more appeal
KOSIRIS – Finished third in class F at Marseille-Borely over 3000m on 20 November. When wise can play a minor role
KERVELEAN – Finished 8th in class E at Nimes over 2750m on 17 November. Reverts to barefoot. Unreliable and is capable of better
KENYA D’HERFRAIE – Disqualified in the last two starts ,the latest in class E at Cabourg over 2750m on 30 July. Probably best watched for now
KHEOPS TURGOT – A runner up in a class F at Marseille-Borely over 3000m on 20 November. A consistent sort and if wise should make a bold bid at a victory this time
KOSAK DU FER – Finished third in a class F at Toulouse over 2750m on 6 December. Reverts to barefoot. Some improvement in the latest and could play a minor role
KINDER SEVEN – Fourth in his last two starts, the latest in a class E at Saint-Galmier over 2650m on 19 November. Seldom far off them and is not out of it
KAD DES ANDRAUX – Holding form and was third in a class E at Nimes over 2750m on 17 November. Remains barefoot. In the penultimate was fourth on this track and can contest the finish again
KOOL DU CHATELET – Fourth in his last two starts,the latest in a class E at Nimes over 2750m on 17 November. Finished the latest off well and that was in a higher category. Go close
Summary: KHEOPS TURGOT (12) only found one better on the day last time out at Marseille-Borely last month. That was a pleasing effort and he gets the vote to win this lucky last race. KAD DES ANDRAUX (15) remains in good shape and can fight out the finish again. KOOL DU CHATELET (16) ran well in a higher grade so is clearly not out of it. KINDER SEVEN (14) is holding form and can contest the finish.
SELECTIONS – KHEOPS TURGOT (12) – KAD DES ANDRAUX (15) – KOOL DU CHATELET (16) – KINDER SEVEN (14)

French Selections Thursday 12th

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