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R1 AUTEUIL [L-H]

C1 – PRIX GEOGRAPHIE – 3000m (a2m) – TURF – Newcomers Race – Hurdles – EUR € 62,000

  1. MITTANI – Two unplaced runs on the flat, the latter over 1650m at Machecoul on November 11th in a maiden race. Hurdles debut and looks hard to fancy
  2. MORRA – Newcomer by Great Pretender, the dam never ran. From a respected stable who know how to prepare a debutante. The betting can be the best guide
  3. SELMA DE VARY – Two unplaced efforts on the flat, the latter over 1900m at Deauville in a maiden race on January 17th. Hurdles bow and has shown talent on the flat
  4. MILLE ET UNE VIES – Unraced filly by The Grey Gatsby, the dam ran once over hurdles. Half-sister to the classy Japon who has won three races over jumps and has been placed in a Grade 1 hurdle. Bold run anticipated
  5. FOLIE GOLITH – Unraced filly by Goliath Du Berlais, the dam won 3 races over jumps. One to pay attention to in the betting market for any support
  6. ARMAND – Filly by Prince Gibraltar, the dam won one race over hurdles. Likely to improve for this outing. Watch the betting patterns
  7. LAKLIAA – Filly by Kapgarde, the dam never raced. From a leading stable who will have this filly well prepared. Watch the betting patterns for clues
  8. GOOD GIRL DE FAUST – Unraced by Goliath Du Berlais, the dam was placed on the flat. Might need this run for experience. Monitor the betting patterns
  9. DELMEGAN – Unraced by Goliath Du Berlais, the dam was placed over hurdles. Looks good on paper and can be expected to be on the premises
    Summary: MILLE ET UNE VIES (4) is a half-sister to the classy Japon, who has won over hurdles and fences and was placed in a Grade 1 hurdle last year. She will be ready to play a lead role. LAKLIAA (7) has a nice pedigree and her trainer will have her well tuned for this debut run. DELMEGAN (9) is from a respected stable and the betting market can guide on her expected performance. SELMA DE VARY (3) has had a couple of spins on the flat, showing ability and could make the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    MILLE ET UNE VIES (4) – LAKLIAA (7) – DELMEGAN (9) – SELMA DE VARY (3)
    C2 – PRIX GRANDAK – 3000m (a2m) – TURF – Newcomers Race – Hurdles – EUR € 62,000
  10. WORLD MAN – Colt by Hey Gaman, the dam was placed on the flat. Progress from this race can be expected. The betting can guide
  11. CHASING GREAT – Gelding by Night Wish, the dam was placed over hurdles and fences. Stable runners tend to need a run or two to reach peak fitness
  12. CASTLE DE VEGUY – Gelding by Castle Du Berlais, the dam won 4 races over jumps. He is one to watch in the betting for any support
  13. MALIN DU MATHAN – Colt by Saint Des Saints, the dam never ran. Respected trainer who can have this colt well tuned. The betting can guide
  14. SANTANDER – Colt by Saint Des Saints, the dam was placed over hurdles. One to keep safe on debut and monitor in the betting for clues
  15. POKROV – Fair 2nd last time out, he won before that over 1700m at Pornichet on November 23rd in a claimer. Hurdles debut and others look more likely
  16. LE PALEFRENIER – Gelding by Silverware, the dam never ran. Could improve for this outing unless the betting says otherwise
  17. JOLLY SWAGMAN – Colt by Walk In The Park, the dam was unraced. From a top stable who will expect this horse to score on debut
  18. LOTUS VERT – Gelding by Doctor Dino, the dam won 5 races over jumps, including a Listed hurdle and a Grade 3 hurdle, and was placed in Grade 1 hurdles and chases. From a top trainer who can have this gelding ready to go
  19. PRINTEMPS VERT – Gelding by Great Pretender, the dam won 4 races over jumps. Choice profile and good things can be expected on debut
  20. MATIN MIDI ET SOIR – Gelding by Doctor Dino, the dam won 2 races over jumps. From a respected trainer who can prepare a debutante to strike on debut. In the mix
    Summary: JOLLY SWAGMAN (8) looks good on paper and is from a leading stable. A bold show can be expected on his debut. MATIN MIDI ET SOIR (11) has a choice pedigree, his dam won twice over jumps. He can play a lead role, as can LOTUS VERT (9), who has a taking pedigree; his dam won five races over jumps, including a Listed and Grade 3 hurdle, and was placed in Grade 1 hurdles. PRINTEMPS VERT (10) is bred for this job and should be watched in the betting for clues.
    SELECTIONS
    JOLLY SWAGMAN (8) – MATIN MIDI ET SOIR (11) – LOTUS VERT (9) – PRINTEMPS VERT (10)
    C3 – PRIX ROSE OR NO – 3900m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Listed Divided Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 110,000
  21. FISTON DE BECON – Unplaced last time put, won before that over 4300m in a Listed hurdle at this track on November 16th. One to pay attention too
  22. LOU FAST – 5th last time in a Listed hurdle at this track over 3900m on March 8th. One to keep safe
  23. ULTRA MARINO – Three unplaced runs of late, on the flat and over fences, he was 4th before that on the flat over 2400m at La Roche-Sur-Yon on September 29th in a Class 4 race. Hard to recommend
  24. NEW PRESIDENT – Nice 2nd last time out over track and trip in a Listed hurdle on March 8th and a win before that at Pau in a Class 1 hurdle in February. Player
  25. JUST IN TIME BLUE – Won on his last start over 3600m in a Listed hurdle at this track on February 15th. Consider
  26. REVE DE PRINCE – Recent win over track and trip in a Listed hurdle on March 8th. Likes this track and is hard to ignore
  27. IGLOO IGLOO – Fair 4th over track and trip in a Listed hurdle on March 8th behind REVE DE PRINCE (6). Has a bit of work to do
  28. FICTION DU BERLAIS – Creditable 2nd over 4500m in a Class 3 chase at Lignieres on March 1st on her last start. In the mix
  29. JUMPER BAIE – Ran well to be 3rd over track and trip in a Listed hurdle on March 8th behind REVE DE PRINCE (6). Ought to be thereabouts
  30. KING CAROLUS – Not seen since a 2nd over 4400m at this track in a handicap chase on October 20th, 2023. Might need this run after a long absence
  31. LADY COEUR – Recent win over 3900m in a Class 2 hurdle at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on March 5th. Live chance
  32. JOYEUSE ALLEN – Shaped well to be 2nd over 4400m in a handicap chase at this track on March 2nd. Back over hurdles and others preferred
  33. EAGLE DU LEMO – Two unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 4200m at Chateuabriant in a Class 3 handicap hurdle on June 3rd. Unlikely to trouble some of these
  34. CHICHI DE LA VEGA – Several unplaced runs last year, the latter over track and trip in a Listed hurdle on October 19th. Hardly inspiring form
  35. IDEAL DU CHENET – Two unplaced runs in 2025, 3rd before that over 3600m in a handicap hurdle at this track on November 26th, 2023. Look at each-way
  36. KING OF RUN – Two unplaced runs since a win over 3800m at Pau on January 2nd in a handicap hurdle. Unlikely to be a threat
    Summary: NEW PRESIDENT (4) has been in good form of late and won two runs back in a Class 1 hurdle at Pau in February and followed that up with a decent second in a Listed hurdle at this track earlier this month. He is given the vote ahead of LADY COEUR (11), who won at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on March 5th and will be full of confidence. FICTION DU BERLAIS (8) looks like one to be with each way after a decent second at Lignieres on March 1st. JUMPER BAIE (9) can also be involved at the business end after a decent third last time. IDEAL DU CHENET (15) is also worth a mention.
    SELECTIONS
    NEW PRESIDENT (4) – LADY COEUR (11) – FICTION DU BERLAIS (8) – JUMPER BAIE (9)
    C4 – PRIX FLEURET – 4400m (a3m) – TURF – Gr3 Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 150,000
  37. HACKER DU BERLAIS – Looked in need of the race on March 8th in a Grade 3 chase behind SOBRIQUETTE (2) over 3500m at this track. He won before that in the Prix Congress (Grade 2 ) Chase in November. Can get back on track
  38. SOBRIQUETTE – She has won her last three chases, the latter over 3500m at this track in a Grade 3 race on March 8th. She is in a rich vein of form and can not be overlooked
  39. LAUTHENTYKO – 5th on his last start over 3500m in a Grade 3 chase on March 8th behind SOBRIQUETTE (2)at this track. Improvement expected and he has place claims
  40. LECOEURDESHOMMES – 4th on his last start over 3500m in a Grade 3 chase at this track on March 8th behind SOBRIQUETTE (2). Needs a few to misfire
  41. APOLLON DU LUY – Fair 3rd over 3500m in a Grade 3 chase at this track on March 8th behind SOBRIQUETTE (2). He will strip fitter for that and warrants respect
  42. L’AZIZA DES PLACES – Two unplaced runs since a win over 3600m at Fontainebleau in a Class 2 chase on October 28th. Opposable
  43. NEVA – Placed on her last two runs, the latter over 3500m when 3rd at this track in a Class 4 chase on March 2nd. Unlikely to threaten
  44. OLYMPIC STORY – She won on her chase debut in a Class 4 race at this track on March 2nd over 3500m. Classy hurdler who can make progress from her last success
  45. BOTERVIA DU KALON – Two 2nd placed efforts of late, the latter over 3500m in a Class 4 chase at this track on March 2nd. Place chance
  46. MARTHA CANNARY – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 3500m in a Class 1 chase at this track on February 15th. Needs to be more reliable
    Summary: HACKER DU BERLAIS (1) was not given a hard race when he got tired in a Grade 3 chase at this track last time on his seasonal return on March 8th. He won the Prix Congress (Grade 2 ) Chase in November before that and is best judged on that effort. He is preferred over OLYMPIC STORY (8), who got a nice win on her chase debut at this track in early March. SOBRIQUETTE (2) beat several of her rivals when she won a Grade 3 chase on March 8th and is in rude health. APOLLON DU LUY (5) looks best of the rest.
    SELECTIONS
    HACKER DU BERLAIS (1) – OLYMPIC STORY (8) – SOBRIQUETTE (2) – APOLLON DU LUY (5)
    C5 – PRIX NECOR – 3900m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Divided Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 62,000
  47. IGOR DES ONGRAIS – Nice win over 3900m at this track in a Class 2 handicap hurdle on March 8th . Key contender
  48. MILORD DU LEMO – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 3900m at Nimes in a handicap hurdle on February 15th. Place contender
  49. HEDENN BIHOUE – Fair 2nd over 3900m in a Class 2 handicap hurdle on March 8th behind IGOR DES ONGRAIS (1) on his last outing. Player
  50. JOY THE COUNTESS – Unplaced last time out, 2nd before that over 3600m at Auteuil in a Class 3 hurdle on June 6th, 2023. Has a long absence to overcome and is best each-way
  51. POLLEXFEN – Two unplaced runs of late, the latter over 3600m at Compiegne in a Class 2 handicap hurdle. Opposable
  52. ILIVA DES OBEAUX – 6th last time out, 3rd before that over 3600m at Auteuil in a Class 2 handicap hurdle on February 15th. One to consider
  53. STORM DES FLOS – 4th on the latest start over 3900m in a Class 2 handicap hurdle at Auteuil on March 8th. Others make more appeal
  54. TRES PLUMEUR – Three placed runs of late, 2nd on the latest over 4200m in a Class 4 chase at Maure-De-Bretagne on February 23rd. One to pay attention too
  55. JALDA DES OBEAUX – Several unplaced efforts of late, the latter over 3800m at Pau in a handicap hurdle on February 4th. Out of form and others preferred
  56. BEST BOWL – Got a nice win over 3900m in a Class 3 handicap hurdle on March 8th. Capable of having a say in the finish
  57. JAMES – Two unplaced efforts since a 2nd over 3800m at Pau in a handicap hurdle on January 21st. Unlikely to be a threat
  58. ROMARIUS – Two unplaced efforts since a 4th over 3600m at Auteuil in a claiming hurdle on October 8th. Looks unreliable
  59. ALL STORY – Has shown very little form of late, 5th on the flat last time out at Amiens on November 6th in a Class 4 race. Pass over
  60. HAMANDIO – Three unplaced runs since a 2nd over 3800m at Dieppe on August 11th in a handicap hurdle. Needs to get back on song
  61. HENRY BRULARD – Nice 3rd over 3900m in a Class 2 handicap hurdle at this track on March 8th behind IGOR DES ONGRAIS (1). Capable of making the top four
    Summary: IGOR DES ONGRAIS (1) scored over track and trip on his last start on March 8th and he looks capable of following up despite top weight. TRES PLUMEUR (8) has a few good placed efforts recently and could be the one that gives the selection the most to think about. HEDENN BIHOUE (3) was second to the main selection at Auteuil earlier this month and is a solid option each way. JOY THE COUNTESS (4) has not been seen since September 2023, and if fit to go, she can make the frame.
    SELECTIONS
    IGOR DES ONGRAIS (1) – TRES PLUMEUR (8) – HEDENN BIHOUE (3) – JOY THE COUNTESS (4)
    C6 – GRAND STEEPLE-CHASE MASTERS – PRIX MURAT – 4400m (a3m) – TURF – Gr2 Race – Steeple Chase – EUR € 235,000
  62. JAZZ MANOUCHE – Ran well to be 2nd in the Prix Robert De Clermont -Tonnerre Chase (Grade 3) at this track on February 15th behind KASHDAM (3). Capable but others preferred
  63. TOSCANA DU BERLAIS – Two unplaced runs of late, 3rd before that over 4400m in a Grade 3 chase at Auteuil on October 19th. Looks vulnerable
  64. KASHDAM – Won nicely over 4400m in the Prix Robert De Clermont -Tonnerre Chase (Grade 3) at this track on February 15th. Leading contender
  65. KOLOKICO – Creditable 4th in a Class 2 hurdle over 3600m at this track on February 24th. Grade 3 chase winner in December over 4400m at Auteuil. Player
  66. JEUNE COKO – 3rd over 3600m in a Class 2 hurdle at Auteuil on February 24th and a win before that over 4400m in a Grade 3 chase on November 17th at this track. Outside place chance
  67. KIF KIF BOURRICOT – Won the Prix Toytown Chase (Grade 3 ) at this track on March 8th over 4400m when last seen. Seems to be improving with racing
  68. GOLIATH DU RHEU – Nice win over 3600m in a Class 2 hurdle at this track on February 24th when last appearing. Capable chaser and can not be overlooked
  69. JOLIDEE – Fair 3rd in a Class 1 chase at Auteuil on February 24th over 4400m. Might find a few too smart
    Summary: KIF KIF BOURRICOT (6) won by 3.5L when last appearing in the Prix Toytown Chase (Grade 3 ) at this track on March 8th. He jumped well that day and acted well on his first start at this track. He is marginally preferred over KASHDAM (3), who got the job done when winning the Prix Robert De Clermont -Tonnerre Chase (Grade 3) at this track on February 15th. GOLIATH DU RHEU (7) had a confidence-boosting win over hurdles in late February and can have a say. KOLOKICO (4) is also worth considering.
    SELECTIONS
    KIF KIF BOURRICOT (6) – KASHDAM (3) – GOLIATH DU RHEU (7) – KOLOKICO (4)
    C7 – PRIX ALAIN GRIMAUX – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 63,000
  70. KIKOUNETTE – Fair 3rd over 3600m in a Listed hurdle at Compiegne on March 12th. One to pay attention too
  71. MAJESTIKA – Nice honest performer, 2nd over 3400m in a Class 4 chase at Pau on December 17th on her last run. Live chance of scoring
  72. BALLING DE JUILLEY – She won last time out over 3400m at Lyon Parilly on October 31st in a Class 3 hurdle. More needed in a stronger race
  73. MANIYSA BLEUE – 4th over fences at this track in a Class 1 race on October 2nd. Returns from a break and might improve for this outing
  74. KOTKIDINA – 4th last time over 3450m in a Class 2 chase at Compiegne on October 21st. Handicap debut and others preferred
  75. FRAGMENTS OF TIME – Two 4th placed efforts of late, the latter over 3500m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on January 1st in a Class 3 hurdle. Each way angle
  76. STAR DE LA BLAIRIE – Placed 3rd on her last two runs, the latter over 3500m in a Class 2 hurdle at Auteuil on March 8th. Capable of being competitive
  77. COCOTTE ROYALE – Unplaced last time out, 4th before that over 3600m in a Class 2 hurdle at this track on February 15th. Others seem better equipped
  78. KLARIX – Two unplaced runs since a win over 3500m at Toulouse in a Class 3 hurdle on December 1st. Unlikely to be involved
  79. REMEMBRANCE – 5th last time, 3rd before that over 3550m in a Class 4 hurdle at Fontainebleau on November 20th. Fairly handicapped and can make the frame
  80. ADRENALYNE – Got off the mark over 4250m in a Class 4 chase at Argentan on March 1st on his last start. This might be a step too far
  81. VERONALE – Placed on her last three starts, the latter when 3rd at Compiegne in a handicap hurdle over 3600m on March 12th. Ought to be in the shake-up
  82. PRINCESSE DU LYS – Two 4th placed runs of late, the latter over 3600m in a Class 2 handicap hurdle on March 12th at Compiegne. Looks vulnerable
    Summary: MAJESTIKA (2) is lightly raced and has a bit more to come after a decent second over fences last time out at Pau in mid-December. The switch to hurdles will not be an issue. KIKOUNETTE (1) was a pleasing third in a Listed hurdle at Compiegne last time and can be a threat despite top weight. STAR DE LA BLAIRIE (7) has been placed on the last two starts and is the each-way angle. REMEMBRANCE (10) tries a handicap for the second time and is one to keep safe.
    SELECTIONS
    MAJESTIKA (2) – KIKOUNETTE (1) – STAR DE LA BLAIRIE (7) – REMEMBRANCE (10)
    C8 – PRIX ROSE LAUREL – 3900m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Divided Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 42,000
  83. JOSIE D ‘AJONC – 8th last time out, 2nd before that over 3600m in a handicap hurdle at Auteuil on November 30th. One to be with each-way
  84. JIKITO – 5th on his last two runs, the latter over 4100m at Compiegne in a Class 3 chase on March 4th. Can make the switch back to hurdles and be involved
  85. JUSTE ROYALE JEYL – Three solid efforts of late, the latter when 2nd over 4400m at Fontainebleau on March 11th in a Class 3 handicap chase. One to keep safe
  86. FORZA – 7th last time out, 4th before that over 3900m at Nimes on February 15th in a handicap hurdle. Merits consideration
  87. A CHOEUR JOIE – 5th last time out, 3rd before that over 3600m at Auteuil in a Class 3 handicap hurdle on February 15th. Others make more appeal
  88. GALET D’OUDAIRIES – 7th last time out, 4th before that over 3600m in a Class 3 handicap hurdle on February 15th. Lacks consistency
  89. SERGENT PEPPER’S – Two unplaced runs this year, the latter over 3800m in a Class 4 hurdle at Mont-De-Marsan on March 16th. Pass over
  90. MAGIC ELON – 2nd last time out over 3600m at Auteuil in a Class 3 handicap hurdle on February 15th. Unlikely to trouble some of these
  91. DEPENDE – Unplaced last time over hurdles, 3rd before that on the flat over 2100m at Pornichet on March 1st in a Class 4 handicap. Makes no appeal
  92. BLACK TRACK – Fair 4th last time out, he won before that over 3600m at Auteuil in a Class 3 handicap hurdle on February 15th. Ought to be in the shake-up
  93. TILIN TALAN – Creditable 3rd over track and trip in a Class 3 handicap hurdle on March 8th on his last start. Hard to rule out of the frame
  94. GREAT PARADE – 2nd over track and trip in a Class 3 handicap hurdle on March 8th when last racing. Capable of making the frame at nice odds
  95. BONHEUR DU SUD – Several unplaced efforts of late, the latter over track and trip in a Class 3 handicap hurdle on March 8th. Look for an alternative
  96. SAINT MARK – Two unplaced efforts since a win over 3800m at Wissembourg in a Class 4 hurdle on May 29th, 2023. He has had two runs this year and can get back in the groove after a creditable run last time
    Summary: SAINT MARK (14) looked a nice prospect in 2023 when he won at Wissembourg. He will strip fitter today after two runs this year, the latter when eighth in a competitive handicap hurdle at this track on March 8th. JIKITO (2) has acquitted himself well on his last two runs and can make the switch back to hurdles and be competitive. JOSIE D ‘AJONC (1) was a pleasing second two starts ago at this track and can make the frame. JUSTE ROYALE JEYL (3) makes up the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    SAINT MARK (14) – JIKITO (2) – JOSIE D ‘AJONC (1) – JUSTE ROYALE JEYL (3)
    R3 NANTES [L-H]

C1 – PRIX DE LA MAGNOLIERE – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 12,000

  1. BELL BOY – Showed improvement when third in this division at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 11 March. Competitive on turf and can fight out the finish again.
  2. MOOREA – Unreliable and finished 9th last time out in this division at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1600m on 19 February. Capable of much better and is not out of it
  3. MRS BOHEMIAN – May have needed her only run of this year when 8th in a claimer at Chantilly over this distance on 9 March. Capable of better and could play a minor role.
  4. TREVI – Did not show her best when tenth in a handicap at Chantilly over this distance on 17 March. Capable of better but may prefer the PSF. Has a winning chance
  5. SOIF DE VIVRE – Returned to form when third in a handicap at Senonnes Pouance over 1350m on 15 March. Likes the turf and can contest the finish.
  6. SYBARIS JEWEL – Yet to win a race and was tenth last time out at this level at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 11 March. Needs to find a few lengths to win.
  7. REDSIA FAL – Finished 7th last time out in a handicap at Senonnes Pouance over 1350m on 15 March. Could play a minor role at best.
  8. SLAVA OUKRAINI – Unreliable and finished 8th in a handicap at Senonnes Pouance over 1350m on 15 March. Capable of better and has a place chance.
  9. VICTORIA SQUARE – Struggled in her last start of the year when 11th in a claimer at Lignieres over 1600m on 1 November. In good form before that and could surprise returning from a break.
    Summary: SOIF DE VIVRE (5) showed improvement in a handicap and dropped in distance when third earlier this month. He is clearly capable of scoring off his current handicap mark and gets the vote. BELL BOY (1) showed some progress too when trying the turf last time out and is the obvious threat. TREVI (4) is capable of better than her last run and can contest the finish. MOOREA (2) is unreliable but has at least won a race.
    SELECTIONS
    SOIF DE VIVRE (5) – BELL BOY (1) – TREVI (4) – MOOREA (2)
    C2 – PRIX DU PETIT-PORT – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 15,000
  10. SEVENDAY – Returned to form with a win in a Conditions race at Agen-Le Passage over 1200m on 23 February. Tougher task this time but is not out of it
  11. GALORD – Unreliable and finished tenth last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 10 November. A winner when last at this level and has a winning chance
  12. PIANO BAR – Disappointing last run when 9th in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1200m on 25 August. Returns from a break but could make the frame
  13. GOKEN ATTITUDE – A four-year-old gelding by Goken out of Broken Spirit who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  14. BREIZH EAGLE – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at Toulouse over 1600m on 28 May. Returns from a lengthy break but can score
  15. STAR GALAXY – Struggled last time out in a handicap at Leopardstown over 1600m on 14 September. May prefer further but could be a surprise winner of this race
    Summary: BREIZH EAGLE (5) is clearly the best of these runners, but his fitness will need to be taken on trust. He will prove hard to beat if fit. GALORD (2) is not as reliable as the selection, but he did win when last seen at this level and will fight out the finish. SEVENDAY (1) won in February and could hold the fitness advantage over his rivals. PIANO BAR (3) returns from a break but is capable of making the frame in this small field.
    SELECTIONS
    BREIZH EAGLE (5) – GALORD (2) – SEVENDAY (1) – PIANO BAR (3)
    C3 – PRIX DE VIEILLEVIGNE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 3 Race – Flat – EUR € 15,000
  16. COSMIC FRONT – Much improved of late and was victorious last time out in a handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 14 December. Unbeaten in two starts on the PSF but has a winning chance
  17. I LOVE CHACHA – Has improved this year and was victorious last time out in a Conditions race at Pornichet-La Baule over 3100m on 20 February. Better over further but is clearly not out of it
  18. LA GUERCHE – Returned from a break in fine form and was runner-up in a handicap at Senonnes-Pouancé over 2100m on 15 March. Can go one better this time
  19. MISTER URSUS – May have needed his only run of the year when 8th in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 2000m on 18 March. Capable of better and has a winning chance
  20. ROYAL STAR – Disappointing last run when tenth in a Conditions race at Angers over 3000m on 18 November. Returns from a break but can contest the finish
  21. OLERON – Showed improvement in her final start of 2024 when scoring in a Conditions race at Lignieres over 2400m on 1 November. Can get involved with the finish returning from a break
  22. MINNATA – Has not shown much in her two starts and was 6th last time in a Conditions race at Vichy over 2000m on 31 July. Capable of improvement returning from a lengthy break
  23. AMOR A MANI – Not disgraced when fourth in a Conditions race over this distance at Nimes on 3 July. Has a winning chance if fit from a break
    Summary: LA GUERCHE (3) returned from a break in fine shape and gets a narrow vote to go one better. LOVE CHACHA (2) is better over further and did win on the PSF last time out, but he has also won on the turf and must be respected. MISTER URSUS (4) will strip fitter this time, and improvement can be expected over this longer distance. COSMIC FRONT (1) returns from a break but does have a winning chance in this line-up.
    SELECTIONS
    LA GUERCHE (3) – I LOVE CHACHA (2) – MISTER URSUS (4) – COSMIC FRONT (1)
    C4 – PRIX DU PRINTEMPS – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000
  24. ALPHA SPIRIT – Returned to form with a handicap win at Le Mans over this distance on 10 March. Carries a 3kg penalty for that win but can follow up
  25. TIME TO PARLEY – Has struggled so far this year and was 9th last time out in a Conditions race at Pornichet-La Baule over 1700m on 20 February. Could earn some money back on the grass
  26. TOSCANE TEMPLE – Struggling to find best form and finished 6th last time out in a handicap at Le Mans over this distance on 10 March. Might pop up in a minor place
  27. TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL – On a very long losing run but was third last time out in a handicap at Le Mans over 1600m on 10 March. Should contest the finish
  28. SWEET DAMIANA – Has struggled of late and finished 14th last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 18 March. Fitter now and could upset on best form
  29. MEARAS STYLE – Did not show her best when 7th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 26 December. Could do a lot better back on the grass and is not out of it
  30. LIB APACHE – Yet to win a race and finished 11th last time out in a Conditions race at Pornichet-La Baule over 1700m on 20 February. Needs to find a few lengths to win
  31. HYGROVE BEC – Very unreliable and was 8th last time out in a handicap at Le Mans over 1600m on10 March. Capable of better and might play a minor role
  32. RED THE WEST – Needed his only run of this year when 6th in a handicap at Le Mans over 1600m on 10 March. Fitter this time and can earn some money
  33. EVER READY – Has been struggling for some time now and was 14th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1400m on 16 January. Others are much preferred
  34. LASCAUX DU NINIAN – Yet to win a race and finished 8th last time out in a Conditions race at Pornichet-La Baule over 1700m on 26 March. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
    Summary: ALPHA SPIRIT (1) showed what he is capable of with a very easy handicap win last time out. He gets a penalty for that success but can overcome it if in the same mood. TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL (4) is struggling to win but was third behind that rival last time out and is better off at the weights, so can be a lively danger. MEARAS STYLE (6) should improve back on the grass. SWEET DAMIANA (5) needed the last run and is sure to improve.
    SELECTIONS
    ALPHA SPIRIT (1) – TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL (4) – MEARAS STYLE (6) – SWEET DAMIANA (5)
    C5 – PRIX CARNAVAL DE NANTES (PRIX DE TREILLIERES) – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000
  35. LUNATICOS – Has really struggled on the PSF of late and finished 6th last time out in a Conditions race at Pornichet-La Baule over 2400m on 1 March. Can bounce back on the grass and is not out of it
  36. ALBERI – Has struggled in his two handicaps this year, finishing tenth last time out at Pau over 1600m on 11 February. Capable of making the frame back on the grass
  37. ALATHEA – Has struggled of late and was 9th last time out in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 14 March. Others are preferred
  38. LOVE TOO – Unreliable and was 8th last time out in a claimer at Fontainebleau over this distance on 7 March. Needs to do more to win this race
  39. CELTIC ARYAAN – Continues to improve and was a winner last time out in a Conditions race at Fontainbleau over this distance on 7 March. Can follow up
  40. MARA WOOD – Did not show her best when 6th last time out in a Conditions race at Le Mans over 1400m on 10 March. Better on the PSF but might play a minor role
  41. ATOME – Showed some improvement when 5th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 11 March. Could earn some minor money
  42. BABY GEORGE – Showed improvement when fourth in a Conditions race at Machecoul over 1650m on 23 February. Can play a minor role
  43. GALIK – Has improved back on the grass and was victorious last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 11 March. Carries a 2.50kg penalty but can follow up
  44. GREAT ART – A runner-up in two of his last three starts, with the latest being in a handicap at Le Mans over 1600m on 10 March. Can contest the finish
  45. AINTREEGIRL – Likes it back on the grass and was victorious in a Conditions race at Machecoul over 1650m on 16 March. Has a place chance
  46. TEMPO – Has struggled this year and was 7th last time out in a handicap at Fontainbleau over 1400m on 14 March. Needs to find a few lengths to win
    Summary: GALIK (9) has clearly enjoyed being back on the turf and could follow up on his recent handicap win. CELTIC ARYAAN (5) picked up a Conditions race victory last time out and will be a lively danger again back in a handicap. LUNATICOS (1) has been disappointing on the PSF of late but will improve back on the grass. ALBERI (2) is another that could show improvement on this surface.
    SELECTIONS
    GALIK (9) – CELTIC ARYAAN (5) – LUNATICOS (1) – ALBERI (2)
    C6 – PRIX DE LUCINIERE – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 30,000
  47. OUPSS – Disappointing last run when 6th in a handicap hurdle at Clairefontaine-Deauville over 3400m on 6 September. Has been supplemented for his comeback run and can contest the finish
  48. MON PETIT PRINCE – A runner-up in two of his three starts so far, including last time out in a Conditions hurdle at Angers over 2400m on 11 November. Returns from a break but can go one better this time
  49. KINGSCLUB – Returned from a break and was a good third in a Conditions hurdle at Moulins over this distance on 9 March. Should fight out the finish once again
  50. LALOI – Has not done much wrong in two starts and was victorious last time out in a Conditions hurdle at Angers over 3400m on 26 February. Can contest the finish
  51. MOONDI LISES – Showed some improvement when 5th last time out in a Conditions flat race at La Gacilly over 3100m on 21 July. Returns from a break trying a hurdle race. Others are preferred
  52. REVE DE LA MONE – A four-year-old gelding by Désinvolte out of Lytéa who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  53. LA HORRA – Holding her form and finished fourth last time out in a Conditions hurdle at Angers over 3400m on 7 December. Capable of making the frame
    Summary: LALOI (4) has done little wrong in her two starts. Her recent win at Angers did suggest there’s more to come from her. KINGSCLUB (3) is game and usually competitive. He should strip fitter this time and has a winning chance. OUPSS (1) returns from a break but has been supplemented for this race, so the hint is taken. MON PETIT PRINCE (2) is threatening to win a race but returns from a break, and his fitness will need to be taken on trust.
    SELECTIONS
    LALOI (4) – KINGSCLUB (3) – OUPSS (1) – MON PETIT PRINCE (2)
    C7 – PRIX CLAUDE ROUGET – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Hurdles – EUR € 23,000
  54. MARTIN’S DENUO – Finished 7th in a Conditions flat race at Machecoul over 2350m on 23 February. Tries a hurdle race and has a winning chance
  55. SUNNY – Finished 8th last time out in a Conditions flat race at Lyon-La Soie over 2150m on 22 January. Capable of improvement trying a hurdles race. Can contest the finish
  56. SOLO DE ROCHE – Finished tenth on his debut in a Conditions hurdle at Compiegne over 3200m on 4 March. Capable of improvement and has a winning chance
  57. RAINBOW DANCE – Did not run too badly in both starts and was 7th in a Conditions flat race at Angers over 2000m on 18 November. Capable of improvement and has a place chance
  58. CHASTIGER – A three-year-old gelding by Tiger Groom out of Gentle Air who is making his debut. Watch the betting
  59. STARS OF THE SKY – A three-year-old filly by Cloth Of Stars out of Seven’o who is making her debut. Watch the betting.
  60. SOL MARIE – Finished 9th on her debut in a Conditions flat race at Machecoul over 2350m on 23 February. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
  61. ROYAL MALLORCA – A three-year-old filly by The Anvil out of Saint Trop who is making her debut. Watch the betting
  62. MANBA DES EPEIRES – A three-year-old filly by Brave Mansonnien out of Baline des Epeires who is making her debut. Watch the betting
    Summary: A tough lucky last race. SOLO DE ROCHE (3) is bred to jump, so he should make good improvement off a modest debut and could be of some value. SUNNY (2) has run some decent flat races, so he can be very competitive in this line-up. MARTIN’S DENUO (1) was not disgraced on flat debut and is capable of improvement. STARS OF THE SKY (6) makes her debut and would not be a surprise winner.
    SELECTIONS
    SOLO DE ROCHE (3) – SUNNY (2) – MARTIN’S DENUO (1) – STARS OF THE SKY (6)
    R4 CORDEMAIS [L-H]

C1 – PRIX “LES AMIS DU PORT” – 2825m (a2m) – Class G Amateur Drivers Race – Harness – EUR € 6,000

  1. HORYVIL DES MOYEUX – Barring Laval sanction has been in cracking form, latterly 4th of 12 in a 2875m Enghien amateurs Class G 12 days ago. Breaks in front and can play an active role
  2. HECATE DU DOLLAR – Has not been seen out since finishing 10th of 13 in a 3000m Nantes Class E early-December. Races shod for re-entry but is no slouch when applied and should not be written off
  3. HAUGAIN – Imposed at Bihorel-lès-Rouen 3 weeks ago prior to running 2nd of 12 in a 2875m Enghien amateurs Class G 9 days later. Shoes back on but still easy to like from the front row
  4. HEROINE DE TALA – Showed marked improvement when 4th of 13 in a 2800m Cholet amateurs Class G on 2 March. Has placed just once in 5 Cordemais starts but from the front line is worth keeping an eye on
  5. INVISIBLE D’ISI – Drops back in category after running 7th of 17 in a 2800m Cholet Class F on 2 March. Imposed last time in the amateur category and although not the biggest Cordemais fan, can still get in on the action
  6. ICARE DE VOUEDE – Unraced since running 10th of 12 in a 2100m Vincennes claimer last November. Is new to the category and starts in front, but reliability not his strong suit and others easier to trust
  7. INAO SAINT CLAIR – Has not been seen out since finishing 11th of 17 in a 2775m Class E at Les Sables-d’Olonne last October. Shod for return and best to wait
  8. INGLORIOUS – Ran close 2nd at Laval in the amateur division before repeating in a 2625m Châtelaillon-La Rochelle Class F 3 weeks ago and from the front line can play a leading role
  9. GOLDEN DE PAME – Sprang quite the surprise when 2nd of 14 in a 2700m Machecoul amateurs Class G mid-month, on first start since November. 25m better off this time but a repeat seems improbable
  10. INCREDIBLE TALENT – Looked very ordinary on return to competition, coming 11th of 14 behind GOLDEN DE PAME (9) in a 2700m Machecoul amateurs Class G mid-month. Shoes on again and will have few takers
  11. INCISIF VAUCEEN – Raced better in a 2875m Meslay amateurs Class G mid-month than his 6th of 16 would suggest. On back row but still looks capable of defying the penalty and going close
  12. IFF LOUZEEN – 6th of 11 in a 2625m Class F at La Rochelle on 2 March. Is shod to preference for return to amateur division, has form here, and looks a decent first-5 prospect
  13. INDIAN MYSTIC – Last of 10 in a Class E over course and distance late-February. Has form here in the day’s configuration but still appears to be taking on too much
  14. HAMILTON DU LUPIN – Made short work of a 3000m Nantes amateurs Class G on re-entry on 18 February. Has nothing to prove in this category and looks the one to beat
  15. HAPPY INTRIGANT – Back under harness after finishing 9th of 12 in a monté Class D over track and trip on 28 February. Shoes back on and others easier to back
  16. FUNKY JULRY – No slouch on a good day but has not raced since being sanctioned in a 2675m Class E at Le Mont-Saint-Michel last September and will need the outing
    Summary: Fine winner on last month’s return to competition, HAMILTON DU LUPIN (14) starts once again from the second line and, even though racing shod, will still take all the beating. INGLORIOUS (8), who similarly boasts excellent amateur credentials, has been knocking at the door and is 25m better off. HAUGAIN (3) has not put a foot wrong lately, has shoes fitted this time, but is still very easy to like. INCISIF VAUCEEN (11) has yet to strike that amateur gong but he has form at a superior level and it is only a question of time.
    SELECTIONS
    HAMILTON DU LUPIN (14) – INGLORIOUS (8) – HAUGAIN (3) – INCISIF VAUCEEN (11)
    C2 – PRIX HIPPODROME DE QUESTEMBERT – 2825m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 19,500
  17. MAJESTRIA FILI – Unraced since faulting in a 2425m Angers Class F late-January and others easier to trust
  18. MATY ROYALE – 8th of 9 to MY CHARMING (9) in a 2500m Class F at La Rochelle 3 weeks ago and can expect to remain friendless in the markets
  19. MUSE DU VALLON – Yet to get off the mark but always gives her best, latterly 5th of 9 in a 2275m Nantes Class E mid-February. Olivier Raffin takes over in the bike and can again make first 5
  20. MONA DU FER – Showed the limits of her capacity when 6th of 8 finishers in a 2225m Mauquenchy Class E a fortnight ago and is unlikely to shake things up
  21. MOON ROCQ PIERJI – 4th of 9 in a Class E over track and trip on 28 February. Will have found her feet and the Eric Raffin-factor must be taken into account. Place chance
  22. MISS IS DU CANET – Starts for first time since running 3rd of 15 in a 2850m Vincennes Class C mid-December. May be a race shy but still has the quality to finish in the mix
  23. MI FA SOL – Got off the mark at first time of asking, winning a 2875m Meslay-du-Maine Class F a fortnight ago. Goes left-handed this time but looks a thorough professional and appears up to the task of doubling her money
  24. MILADY WIND – Determined winner of a 2275m Nantes Class F on 22 February, on career debut. From a yard firing on all cylinders and must be taken at face value. Chance
  25. MY CHARMING – Gave a fine account first time out, winning a 2500m Class F at La Rochelle 3 weeks ago. Comes here fresh and is easy to like for a repeat
    Summary: A number of fine future prospects here but it is hard to ignore how smartly MY CHARMING (9) imposed earlier in the month, and she looks thoroughly capable of confirming. That said, MI FA SOL (7) was no slouch on her own bow mid-month and must be afforded significant respect. MILADY WIND (8) beat the colts first time out, has had ample time to recover, and looks competitive once more. Eric Raffin gets the nod for the improving MOON ROCQ PIERJI (5) who caught the eye on re-entry here last time.
    SELECTIONS
    MY CHARMING (9) – MI FA SOL (7) – MILADY WIND (8) – MOON ROCQ PIERJI (5)
    C3 – PRIX HIPPODROME DE NORT SUR ERDRE – 2825m (a2m) – Class E Race – Harness – EUR € 19,500
  26. LUKARI DE FONTAINE – Unseen since coming 2nd of 10 in a 2725m Graignes Class E last November and will not be given a hard race
  27. LIBERTA MESLOISE – Ran 4th at Vire before coming 5th of 13 behind LEOPARD WIT (6) in a 2675m Lisieux Class F a fortnight ago. Hind shoes off but seems to be taking on too much
  28. LARPENT CELESTE – Back under harness after faulting in a 2875m Enghien Class E on 7 March. Shoes on this time and cannot be considered a concern
  29. LILY ROSE D’URFIST – 7th of 11 finishers behind LAWMAN (9) in a 2850m Laval Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Is no slouch when focused, and races unshod-behind, but needs to get her house in order
  30. LOLA DU MESNIL – Failed to confirm Angers effort when 9th of 11 finishers behind LAWMAN (9) in a 2850m Laval Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Is clearly better than that though but still no more than a minor place prospect
  31. LEOPARD WIT – Respectable but unthreatening 4th of 13 in a 2675m Lisieux Class F a fortnight ago. Is certainly on the right road and while unlikely to get his nose in front, can still make his presence felt. First 5
  32. LILIE D’OMAHA – Imposed at Nantes mid-February before running 4th of 18 in a 2200m Caen Class E 10 days ago. Is plainly on the way up and on good behaviour can challenge for a place in the frame
  33. LOOKING CHIC – Yet to get into his stride this term, most recently faulting when full of running in a 2550m Reims Class E mid-month. Gabi Gelormini reining this time and can make a big splash if he manages to keep him focused
  34. LAWMAN – 6th of 11 finishers on comeback in a 2850m Laval Class E 2.5 weeks ago. Has significant ability and Eric Raffin will be expecting to trot his way into the winners’ circle
  35. LUXOR D’AUVILLIER – Put a brace of sanctions behind him to run 5th of 12 in a 2800m Pontchateau Class F on 7 March. Unlikely to lose his maiden status but can still get in on the action
  36. LOOK D’HERMES – Quality colt that ran 8th of 11 on re-entry in a Class E over course and distance late-February. Will have come on for the run, enjoys a terrific entry, and is in with a reasonable chance of imposing
    Summary: LAWMAN (9) gave a fine account of himself on his seasonal bow at Laval and, at ease in both codes, with Eric Raffin reining, looks every part the winner-in-waiting. At the helm of LOOKING CHIC (8), who has been reconfigured for the first time, Gabi Gelormini will be expecting a big run. Similarly unshod for the first time, the well-engaged LOOK D’HERMES (11) has a race under his belt and will be no soft touch. Transformed since starting to race barefoot, LILIE D’OMAHA (7) is not to be underestimated.
    SELECTIONS
    LAWMAN (9) – LOOKING CHIC (8) – LOOK D’HERMES (11) – LILIE D’OMAHA (7)
    C4 – PRIX PMU LE 927 SAINT LYPHARD – 2825m (a2m) – Class E Amateur Riders Race – Harness – EUR € 20,000
  37. JIVASO EFBE – Sent for a spell after finishing last of 12 in a 2400m Chateaubriant Class F early-January and has no chance on return to competition
  38. JULIETTE MIXO – Unplaced in last 2, latterly 8th of 12 in a 2900m Challans Class G 3 weeks ago. Placed last time here though and should not be entirely ruled out
  39. JACK WIJUDECY – Encouraging 4th of 9 in a 2625m Class F at La Rochelle 3 weeks ago. Has never delivered here but has a lot going for him and will be expected to finish in the mix
  40. JAPPELOUP CARNOIS – Makes first appearance since running 5th of 17 in a 2850m Vincennes claimer last August. Competitively-shod for return but is unlikely to influence the result
  41. JIM DE SUCE – 3rd at Machecoul before coming 5th of 16 in a 2825m Chartres Class E mid-month. Placed in 1 of 2 here and in current condition is easy to like for a place on the podium
  42. JAZZ DES CORVEES – Last but one, on return to the track, in a Durtal Class E last Sunday. Is useful when focused but debuts here with limited chances
  43. JALNA DES ECUS – Starts for first time since finishing 10th of 13 in a 2725m Pornichet Class D last September. Shoes on and would be preferred on turf
  44. JORENZA – Ran 5th in a Class D here before being unluckily sanctioned in a 3000m Nantes Class E on 22 February. Barefoot this time and can play a leading role if Julien Gillet keeps her focused
  45. JOYEUX DE BOLERO – Unseen since finishing 10th of 15 in a 2600m Meslay Class F last December and can be passed over
  46. JUST CALITY – 14th of 18 on comeback in a 3125m Angers Class E last weekend. Barefoot this time, enjoys a good entry, and will have her supporters
  47. JOSEPHA MESLOISE – Handy mare that ran 6th of 14 in a 2800m Chartres Class F last weekend, on first start since early-January. Will have come on for the run but the penalty will do her no favours
  48. JAHINA VITA – Disappointing of late, most recently 8th of 9 in a 2625m Class E at La Rochelle on 2 March, and the extra 25m to travel will not help matters
  49. JOEY DU NOYER – Runner-up in 2 before coming 9th of 11 finishers in a 2875m Meslay Class E on 18 March but returns to racing left-handed, reconfigured, and a realistic chance of contesting the finish
  50. JINA DE L’ORMERIE – Unthreatening 7th of 14 in a 2625m Class F at La Rochelle on 9 March and will again have nothing to offer
  51. JUSTIN DE MARCAY – Good, consistent type making first start since running 4th of 14 in a 2400m Class D at Beaumont-de-Lomagne in December. Hind shoes off for the occasion though and deserves to be taken seriously
  52. JISMIE GRIFF – Made up for Vincennes blip when successful in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 2 March. Unbeaten with her apprentice and has every chance of staying that way
    Summary: Nicely-engaged toward the limit of earnings, and winner of 2 from 3 this year, JISMIE GRIFF (16) debuts at the venue but is in sufficiently-good form to lift this. JORENZA (8) benefits from a 25m head-start and although not the easiest to handle, she left a good impression in better company mid-January and, barefoot this time, looks a serious player. JOEY DU NOYER (13) is back racing left-handed after a Meslay freshener and will be shod as he was at Machecoul. Solid as a rock when racing barefoot, JIM DE SUCE (5) has been showing his form and from the front row will justifiably garner support.
    SELECTIONS
    JISMIE GRIFF (16) – JORENZA (8) – JOEY DU NOYER (13) – JIM DE SUCE (5)
    C5 – PRIX PMU LE YEARLING NOZAY – 2825m (a2m) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 20,000
  53. KELLY DE L’AUMOY – Encouraged at Agen before coming 8th of 15 in a 3250m Saumur Class F 3 weeks ago. First-time barefoot but still not easy to recommend
  54. KATIA MON NEVEU – Starts for first time since faulting in a 2800m Class F at Villedieu-les-Poëles last September. Can trot when focused but would have better prospects on turf
  55. KEENNESS EAGLE – Sanctioned, on return to competition, in a 2875m Loudeac Class F mid-month. Races barefoot this time but already looks out of her depth
  56. KOSEMARY – Sent for a break after running 8th of 13 in a 2200m Vincennes monte Class E last September. Competitively-shod for comeback but is unlikely to cause an upset
  57. KARINE DU RIL – Makes Cordemais debut after having finished 8th of 9 in a 2900m Challans Class G a week ago. Is better than latest numbers would imply though and should have the wherewithal to make first 5
  58. KALLYPIGE – Makes first appearance since being sanctioned in a 2550m Cherbourg Class E last August. Shoes on and no danger
  59. KALIMERA FLASH – Unseen since finishing last of 10 in a 2850m Laval Class E mid-September and is going to need the race
  60. KANAILLE DU MONT – 3rd of 6 finishers in a 2700m Machecoul Class F mid-month. Is never the easiest to gauge but breaking in front with Franck Nivard in the bike, must be considered a player
  61. KALIMBA LOUNA – Unraced since losing her action in a 2400m Montauban Class D last October. Stays shod for re-entry and best to wait
  62. KALINUXIE – Surprise winner of a 2675m Class F at Le Mont-Saint-Michel 3 weeks ago. Is short of reliability, not ability, and on good behaviour can give KONTESSA DREAM (15) a run for her money
  63. KRISTINA BELLA – Ran 8th on comeback before finishing last of 10 in a 2700m Machecoul Class F a fortnight ago. Enjoys a good entry here and, shod to preference, should not be far off the mark
  64. KACHA DE L’ITON – Lost her maiden status, at 15th time of asking, in a 3250m Saumur Class F 3 weeks ago. Has had ample time to recover and, well-entered on the front line, can again finish close
  65. KETTY PETTEVINIERE – Makes first appearance since coming 4th of 9 finishers in a 2425m Angers Class F on 22 January. Has freshness and dependability on her side but, from the 2nd row, looks more a minor place prospect
  66. KADIJA MESLOISE – Complicated sort that ran 6th of 10 on re-entry in a 2725m Graignes Class E a fortnight ago. Has previously won in the day’s configuration and, if applied, will be no easy touch
  67. KONTESSA DREAM – Serious sort starting for first time since running 3rd of 15 in a 2100m Vincennes Class E last November. Plainly in competition-mode and Eric Raffin can be confident of a big performance
    Summary: A wonderful mare that consistently gives her best, KONTESSA DREAM (15) may not have been seen out since November but she runs barefoot with Eric Raffin in the bike and even from the back row, can make this her own. She can nevertheless expect to come under pressure from front-row starters KALINUXIE (10), who got off the mark earlier in the month, and recent Saumur winner, KACHA DE L’ITON (12), who sports 4 pads for the first time. Shod as she was at Machecoul, KANAILLE DU MONT (8) must be respected.
    SELECTIONS
    KONTESSA DREAM (15) – KALINUXIE (10) – KACHA DE L’ITON (12) – KANAILLE DU MONT (8)
    C6 – PRIX PMU LE CEZANNE SAFFRE – 2825m (a2m) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 20,000
  68. KING OF THE WORLD – Unseen since being pulled-up in a 2850m Brehal Class F last August. Has endured a troubled career so far and, talented or not, will need the race
  69. KOPA VRIE – Disappointing on the whole this year, latterly sanctioned in a 2700m Graignes Class E on 23 February, and will need to raise his game
  70. KAIROS ECUS – Starts for first time since coming 6th of 15 in a 2650m Class F at Les Sables d’Olonne last August. Is not the most generous of trotters and may just have to return home empty-handed
  71. KIWI DE LAVRIGNAIE – Picked up last month where he left off in September, running 5th of 12 in a 3000m Nantes Class E. The race will have dome him good and from the front row looks competitively well-in
  72. KIMY SIMARDIERE – Sanctioned in 2 of 3 this year, most recently a 2850m Loudeac Class F mid-month. Gabi Gelormini in the bike this time and will be no pushover if he keeps his charge focused
  73. KANDJAR RANAIS – Decent 4th of 14 in a 2750m La Capelle Class G 3 weeks ago. Steps up in category and is unlikely to repeat, but breaks in front and can get a look-in
  74. KASHKAI – Ran a fine 4th of 18 in a 2875m Meslay-du-Maine Class F on 18 March. Starts in front and should be good enough to win a race of this nature
  75. KARL SPEED – 3rd at Challans 3 weeks ago before losing his action in a 2800m Chartres Class F a fortnight later. Front shoes off this time though and can start to make amends
  76. KLAUR VET – Capable but tricky mare that was sanctioned on comeback in a 2700m Machecoul Class F 2 weeks ago, and is not about to trouble the judge
  77. KAPS – Makes first appearance since finishing 8th of 10 in a 2200m Langon monte Class E last September. Has other priorities and will have nothing to contribute
  78. KASH QUICK – Fine servant that has not been seen out since running 2nd of 12 in a 2700m Vincennes Class D in April 2024, and will not be given a hard race
  79. KAFU – Serious type that won 2 on the trot before coming 4th of 16 in a 3000m Nantes Class E on 22 February. Has never failed to fire here and even though 25m worse off, still looks main threat to KASHKAI (7)
  80. KLARCK DE VANDEL – Useful sort making first appearance since faulting in a 3000m Nantes Class A last November. Seldom lets the side down when focused and even though incurring the handicap, still looks a player
  81. KESSERO – Last but one in a 2450m Caen Class E on 10 March. Erratic at the best of times and arguably better racing clockwise, but is still worth retaining
  82. KANAK DU BOCAGE – Imposed at Graignes late-February before running 7th of 16 in a 2200m Caen Class E on 3 March. Reliability not his strong suit but is reunited with Eric Raffin who will assure him a competitive drive. Chance
  83. KEEPER PERRINE – 7th of 16, on return to competition, in a 2650m Laval Class E on 6 March. Here for reasons of conditioning and can be passed over
    Summary: Very good at Meslay-du-Maine on his second return run, KASHKAI (7) will be fully-fit by now and from the front row looks eminently capable of opening his 2025 account. Franck Nivard will still want to be wary of the in-form KAFU (12) who can defy the handicap by racing barefoot for the first time, and the well-engaged KANAK DU BOCAGE (15) who imposed at Graignes just over a month ago. Respectable at Nantes on his first start back, KIWI DE LAVRIGNAIE (4) will have progressed for the run.
    SELECTIONS
    KASHKAI (7) – KAFU (12) – KANAK DU BOCAGE (15) – KIWI DE LAVRIGNAIE (4)
    C7 – PRIX PMU LE LIGERIEN CORDEMAIS – 2825m (a2m) – Class F Race – Mounted – EUR € 17,500
  84. LOGGIA GEDE – 6th of 9 finishers in a 2825m Durtal harness Class H last weekend. Yet to show much aptitude for either code and can be ruled out
  85. LYRA DU GRANIT – Unraced since being sanctioned in a 2250m Enghien Class E last October. Placed just once in 3 monte starts and, unshod or not, is unlikely to stir things up
  86. LOUNABELLA – Takes first competitive ridden steps after running 6th of 13 in a 2825m Durtal harness Class H a week ago, and can expect to have few friends
  87. LEO DES KECHES – 2nd of 8 on debut in a Class F over course and distance on 28 February. Left a particularly good impression that day and after having had a month to recover, can go one-better this time
  88. LIESSE DU CHENE – Has not been seen out since running 9th of 12 finishers in a 2425m Angers Class F late-January. Not everyone’s cup of tea but with stride in check, can play a small part
  89. LASCO DE L’ITON – Beaten 5th of 6 in a 2450m Caen Class F 10 days ago. Is undeniably capable and a return to racing left-handed may be just the ticket. First 5 prospect
  90. LITTLE GIRL – Unlucky to be sanctioned in a 2450m Caen Class F on 17 March. Has improved with every run however and Eric Raffin will be keen to get a first win for 2025 into her
  91. LENA FOR EVER – Got off the mark in a 2725m Lisieux Class F mid-month. Goes well with shoes off and in current condition a repeat would be no surprise
  92. LOUNA D’ESTIEU – Last of 9 in a 2875m Class E at Meslay-du-Maine on 18 March and is quite simply out of her depth
  93. LOVE MARY LOU – Comfortably won a 2675m harness Class F on re-entry at Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne on 2 March and makes her ridden debut with every chance of finishing in the frame
    Summary: Author of a fine debut here late last month, LEO DES KECHES (4) will have progressed for the race and a similar performance would see him break his duck. He will still encounter resistance from the well-engaged LOVE MARY LOU (10) who took no time registering her intent earlier in the month, and LENA FOR EVER (8) who has turned a corner since starting to race barefoot. Although sanctioned at Caen a fortnight ago, LITTLE GIRL (7) is clearly progressing and, with application, can figure prominently.
    SELECTIONS
    LEO DES KECHES (4) – LOVE MARY LOU (10) – LENA FOR EVER (8) – LITTLE GIRL (7)
    C8 – PX PMU LE VIGNOLAIS VIGNEUX DE BRETAGNE – 2825m (a2m) – Class F Race – Harness – EUR € 26,000
  94. ISIDORO DIDAN – Lacklustre 11th of 18 in a 2625m Cherbourg Class F on 2 March. Is confirmed in this category though and, given the chance, can spice things up
  95. HENDRIX WIND – Fine amateur servant making first appearance since winning a 3000m Senonnes-Pouancé amateurs Class H last May and with shoes on will struggle to make his presence felt
  96. I PLAY POKER – Has not been seen out since finishing 11th of 14 in a 2725m Cabourg Class F last December and is not about to play an active role
  97. INDIRISS – Never comfortable when sanctioned in a 2850m Laval Class E mid-February. Is considerably better than that though and, with application, should not be far off the mark
  98. HASTA LUEGO PHEDO – 6th of 13, on first start since the spell, in a 2800m Pontchateau Class F on 7 March. Is superb when barefoot but is being aimed too high this time
  99. HOLDEM POKER – Steps back up in category after coming 6th of 16 in a 2850m Laval amateurs Class G 2.5 weeks ago and has a lot more to find
  100. IPATINGA – Has 2 races under her belt, most recently 7th of 15 behind INSTALL D’ALOUETTE (17) in a 2825m Chartres Class F a fortnight ago. Has been freshly-reconfigured but still has too much to do
  101. IBAN DE KARA – Ran 2nd at Saumur before coming 6th of 15 behind INSTALL D’ALOUETTE (17) in a 2825m Chartres Class F a fortnight ago. Nicely in on front line, goes barefoot for the occasion, and will not be sent out at 106/1 this time
  102. GODZILLA VICI – Back under harness after running 7th of 12 in a 3000m Nantes Class F on 18 February. Nicely-engaged on front line but sports front pads and others preferred
  103. HANACK DE VIVOIN – 5th of 13 behind FRENCHY BERRY (13) in a 3000m Nantes Class E mid-February. Forced to travel an extra 25m this time but is shod to preference and not to be overlooked. Attention
  104. GRAND PAJELO – Makes first appearance since finishing 10th of 14 in a 2725m Graignes Class E on 2 September. Appreciates Cordemais but is going to need the race
  105. IZIA DE MONGIVAL – 8th of 15 behind INSTALL D’ALOUETTE (17) in a 2825m Chartres Class F a fortnight ago. Is a veritable metronome when barefoot and will have a realistic chance of opening her Cordemais account
  106. FRENCHY BERRY – Ran 4th at Nantes before repeating in a 2700m Vincennes Class E late-February. Still going strong aged 10 and shoes on or not, still looks a player
  107. HAS DE CAMBES – Sent for a break after finishing 10th of 16 in a 2500m Saint-Brieuc Class E last November. Unseen since and chances slim
  108. HORS SAISON – Quality individual making first start since running 2nd of 16 in a 3000m Nantes Class F late-September and is going to need the race
  109. GUAPITA LAUMAX – 5th of 14, a place behind FRENCHY BERRY (13), in a 2700m Vincennes Class E on 26 February. Shoes on but if applied will be expected to finish close
  110. INSTALL D’ALOUETTE – Made a fine return at Chartres mid-month when 5th of 15 in a 2825m Class F. A tough nut to crack in the day’s configuration and the entry only enhances his chances. Claim
  111. HA YES MAX – Hardy sort with a fine entry here but is unraced since running 4th of 12 in a 3150m Abbeville Class F last August and with shoes on will have nothing to contribute
    Summary: A good, consistent campaigner with nothing to prove at this level, INSTALL D’ALOUETTE (17) gave a fine account of himself on Chartres re-entry and, ideally-entered and shod to preference this time, can wrap this up. IZIA DE MONGIVAL (12) finished 3 places behind him that day, on her own re-entry, and barefoot with Eric Raffin back in the bike, could yet turn the tables. GUAPITA LAUMAX (16) is a complicated mare but is useful when applied, and returning to racing shod may be just the ticket. FRENCHY BERRY (13) finished ahead of her in Paris in late-February and even though shod this time, still represents a respectable place prospect.
    SELECTIONS
    INSTALL D’ALOUETTE (17) – IZIA DE MONGIVAL (12) – GUAPITA LAUMAX (16) – FRENCHY BERRY (13)
    R5 LYON LA SOIE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX DES CORDELIERS – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Class 3 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20,000

  1. HOLLYWOOD AFRICANS – Returned from a break in good form and finished third in a handicap at Deauville over 2500m on 8 February. Should fight out the finish again.
  2. WILLY WINNER – Rewarded for consistency when scoring a handicap over this course and distance on 2 March. Capable of following up under a penalty.
  3. BOOGIE – Continues to improve and was victorious last time out in a Conditions race at Marseille-Vivaux over 2600m on 13 March. Can be competitive once again
  4. QUE VENDRA – In good shape and finished third last time out in a handicap over this track and trip on 2 March. Capable of making the frame again.
  5. MISURINA – Ended 2024 with a handicap victory at Deauville over 2500m on 2 November. Returns from a break but deserves some respect in this line-up.
  6. ZILYA – A good winner of a handicap over this track and trip on 7 February. Carries a 3kg penalty for that win but can make the frame.
  7. ASRIEL – Did not show his best when 12th in a handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 17 March. Did win his previous two starts this year and is capable of an upset.
  8. A BEAUREGARD – Has struggled in his two starts this year and was 9th last time out in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 2 March. Others are much preferred.
  9. LOR BLANC – Has only been fair so far this year and finished 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Marseille-Vivaux over 2600m on 13 March. Might play a minor role.
  10. HARRY GOLD – Unreliable and finished 7th last time out in a handicap at this track over 2150m on 12 March. Won his penultimate start and is capable of earning some money.
  11. ARTURO – In good shape and was runner-up last time out in a handicap over this course and distance on 2 March. Has a winning chance
  12. GALIGERA – Has struggled in her two runs this year and was 7th in a Conditions race at Marseille-Vivaux over 2600m on 13 March. Needs to find a few lengths to win.
  13. FORBIDDEN SECRET – Consistent this year and was third last time out in a claimer at Cagnes-sur-Mer over this distance on 22 February. Could play a minor role
    Summary: ARTURO (11) remains in good form and could take revenge on WILLY WINNER (2) who beat him over this course and distance at the beginning of the month. WILLY WINNER (2) is very consistent and will not go down easily. QUE VENDRA (4) was third in that same race and can also get into the mix of things. ZILYA (6) carries a 3kg penalty for a solid win last time out and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    ARTURO (11) – WILLY WINNER (2) – QUE VENDRA (4) – ZILYA (6)
    C2 – PRIX AMMONIUS – 2400m (a1m1/2) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 21,000
  14. TEPITO – Finished third last time out in a claimer at Nancy over 2000m on 16 March. Tougher task this time but could play a minor role.
  15. I GOT RHYTHM – Showed improvement second time out when third in a Conditions race at this track over 2150m on 12 March. Should fight out the finish at this distance.
  16. NEKAZARI – Has not shown much in three starts and finished 11th in a Conditions race at Le Mans over 1950m on 10 March. Tries further but others are preferred.
  17. NICLAS – Not disgraced when 5th at München-Riem over 1600m on 10 November. Can improve trying the PSF after a break.
  18. LOS SUENOS – Finished 8th on his debut in a claimer at Le Croisé-Laroche over 1800m on 16 November. Tries further and is capable of improvement.
  19. GUSTAV VASA – Finished 7th on debut in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1900m on 4 March. Likely to improve and is not out of it.
  20. BULLES DES ANGES – Not disgraced when 5th on her debut in a Conditions race at this track over 2150m on 12 March. Has a place chance in this line-up.
  21. JEANS AND JEWELLS – Showed promise on her debut when third in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1900m on 4 March. Big chance in this line-up.
  22. BORNAWAY – Showed improvement in each start and was runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2000m on 16 February. Can go one better this time
  23. ROI DU NORD – A three-year-old colt by Sea The Stars out of Rockery who is making his debut. Represents a strong jockey-trainer combination
  24. SNOWMAN ENEMY – A three-year-old colt by Way To Paris out of Rouge D’amour who is making his debut. Watch the betting.
  25. IL BIONDINO – A three-year-old colt by Dream Ahead out of Baileys Parisienne who is making his debut. Watch the betting.
    Summary: JEANS AND JEWELLS (8) produced a good debut at Chantilly and with improvement likely, she looks the one they all have to beat. BORNAWAY (9) is improving and should fight out the finish once again. I GOT RHYTHM (2) showed improvement second time out and can do even better this Sunday. ROI DU NORD (10) makes his debut for a trainer who is bang in form. He deserves respect.
    SELECTIONS
    JEANS AND JEWELLS (8) – BORNAWAY (9) – I GOT RHYTHM (2) – ROI DU NORD (10)
    C3 – PRIX HUTTON – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 21,000
  26. TIGER – Not disgraced when 5th on debut in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1600m on 13 March. Should contest the finish
  27. BALBEC – Not disgraced in both starts and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Pau over 2000m on 18 February. Has a place chance
  28. TRILLION TIMES – Showed some improvement second time out when third in a Conditions race at Marseille-Vivaux over 2000m on 8 March. Might play a minor role
  29. GREEN CAPE – Holding his form well and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m 8 November. Can fight out the finish once again
  30. VIVID – Not disgraced when fourth on debut in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1900m on 4 March. Likely to be smarter this time and can fight out the finish
  31. THUNDERBIRD – Finished 7th on debut in a Conditions race at Toulouse over 1600m on 3 March. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
  32. ANDRE AS – Finished fourth on debut in a conditions race at this track over 2150m on 12 March. Has a winning chance
  33. DROPSHOT – Showed promise in both his starts last year, finishing third last time out in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1600m on 26 September. Has a winning chance returning from a break
  34. FASTER THAN LIGHT – Disappointing last run when 9th in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 1400m on 14 March. Did better on debut last year but others are preferred
  35. HE TOUCHED ME – Did not show her best when 15th in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 6 March. In good form before that and can make the frame
  36. CALLA FONDA – Only modest form on the PSF of late and was 8th in a handicap at Deauville over 1900m on 24 March. More is needed to win this race
    Summary: DROPSHOT (8) is a winner in waiting. He showed promise last year but is returning from a break, and his fitness will need to be taken on trust. VIVID (5) ran well on debut and has been supplemented for the race, so deserves the utmost respect. GREEN CAPE (4) is holding his form and should fight out the finish yet again. TIGER (1) was not disgraced on debut and would not be a surprise winner.
    SELECTIONS
    DROPSHOT (8) – VIVID (5) – GREEN CAPE (4) – TIGER (1)
    C4 – GRAND PRIX DE L’HIPPODROME DE LYON-LA-SOIE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Class 1 Race – Flat – EUR € 38,000
  37. CASAPUEBLO – Kept to the turf so far and was third last time out in a Listed race at Chantilly over 2000m on 26 October. Returns from a break but does set the standard for the race
  38. CAMBRONNE – In good form again this year and was victorious last time out in a Conditions race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1500m on 23 February. Fit and should fight out the finish
  39. FERRARI FEVER – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up in a Conditions race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1600m on 25 January. Can make the frame
  40. MERKUR – A runner-up in his last three starts, with the lates being in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1900m on 9 March. Can contest the finish again
  41. WALLY – Ultra-consistent and finished fourth in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1900m on 9 March. Better over shorter but is not out of it
  42. A CANNES – Only modest of late and was 7th in a handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 16 March. Needs major improvement to win
  43. STERN MARKKA – Showed some improvement when third last time out in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1900m on 9 March. Could play a minor role
  44. HAVE DANCER – Unreliable but was runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at Toulouse over 2000m on 3 March. More is needed to beat these rivals
    Summary: CASAPUEBLO (1) is clearly the best of these on known form. He returns from a break and it is his first taste of this surface, but he sets a high standard for the race. CASAPUEBLO (1) is fit and in very good form, so will contest the finish again. WALLY (5) is very consistent and was touched off in this race last year. FERRARI FEVER (3) always tries hard and can be competitive once again.
    SELECTIONS
    CASAPUEBLO (1) – CAMBRONNE (2) – WALLY (5) – FERRARI FEVER (3)
    C5 – PRIX DE CROIX-LUIZET – 3200m (a2m) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000
  45. EXHIT – Ignore last run, was a winner before that over 3200m at this course in a Handicap and is a big danger. Big chance
  46. RIO GRANDE – Forget last run, placed 2nd at this track over 2150m before that in a Handicap and rates the one to be with. Bright win chance
  47. JAGDA – Ran a fair race last time when 5th at Lyon La Soie over 2150m and has scope to get much closer this time. Good chance
  48. I’M ON MY WAY – Comes into the race fresh off a victory at Nancy over 3000m on the 16th of March and it would be no shock at all if following up
  49. FEEDESREVES – Was a winner four races back but has been disappointing since. Will need to improve on last run when back in 15th place. More needed to win
  50. TENDRE NUIT – Would be a shock if placing in this field as overall form is dismal. Can be ignored from all bets
  51. PASSAGE MESLAY – Managed to finish 4th last time when racing over 2600m at Fontainebleau and can earn again. Place chance
  52. MATGIWELL – Will need to do way more than recent 8th at Pornichet over 3100m and others are far preferred. Happy to go with others
  53. TENYEARSAFTER – Finished back in 11th place over 2400m last time and needs to do way more than that to be considered here. Pass by
  54. LORD MIESQUE – Finished 12th at Pornichet over 2100m on the 20th of February and cannot be fancied. Happy to ignore
  55. DREAM WUKAIR – Holding form, placed 4th at Strasbourg over 2350m on the 22nd of this month and has a bright place chance again. Include in all bets
  56. REGINA LILLIE – Current form has been on the serious decline over various tracks and trips and is therefore hard to fancy. Pass by
  57. GALWAY CITY – Placed only 8th last time when racing at Machecoul and will need to serve up way more than that to feature here
    Summary: RIO GRANDE (2) can be forgiven for the last start but better be judged on the penultimate run when 2nd at this course over 2150m in a Handicap. He is the firm first choice. I’M ON MY WAY (4) gets the services of Theo Bachelot and comes into the race fresh off a victory at Nancy. Big runner. JAGDA (3) finished 5th last time and has scope to get much closer this time. Strong place chance. EXHIT (1) notched up two wins in a row before finishing down field earlier this month. Expect much better.
    SELECTIONS
    RIO GRANDE (2) – I’M ON MY WAY (4) – JAGDA (3) – EXHIT (1)
    C6 – PRIX DE LA FEYSSINE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000
  58. LIVING NELSON – Placed an encouraging 3rd at Marseille Borely over 2000m in a Handicap on the 19th of this month and based on that alone, needs serious respect. Bright each way chance
  59. ROI DE FLANDRE – Finished 2nd at Chantilly over 1900m in a Handicap last time out and has huge claims. Big chance
  60. THE CHARMER – Ignore last run when only 9th, placed 2nd in penultimate race when racing at Pornichet over 2100m in a weak claiming race. Outside place chance at best
  61. PRINCESSE COLUMBIA – Can progress on last run when 7th at this track over 1800m earlier this month and can be expected to get a lot closer. Place chance
  62. SKIPPER – Was a winner three runs back, placed 5th at this track over 1800m on the 12th and can do well. Respect and include for all bets
  63. SHAMSABAD – Has run 6th in his last three starts and will need to find a few lengths to threaten here. Happy to ignore for now
  64. LARCIN – Won at this course over 1800m three starts back but has been absolutely dismal thereafter which makes this one difficult to assess and to predict. Pass by
  65. SPIRIT GREY – Finished 6th at Marseille Vivaux over 2000m on the 8th of March and can get much closer now. Outside place chance at best
  66. BURATTINA – Caught the eye when running 2nd at this track over 1800m in a Handicap last time and might be tough to beat. Strong win
  67. FORCEIGHT – Still has not won a maiden, lightly raced and only finished 4th at Hyeres back in October last year which was the last time she ran. Prefer others and can be ignored for today’s race
    Summary: BURATTINA (9) showed last time when finishing an encouraging 2nd at this track over 1800m in a Handicap that the next win is near. She is confidently and rates the one they all have to fear the most. LIVING NELSON (1) ran a good race last time when finishing 3rd at Marseille Borely and can be in the first three again. Strong place chance. ROI DE FLANDRE (2) is showing a welcome return to form and is a must for all bets, most importantly the quartets. PRINCESSE COLUMBIA (4) is a must for the quartet.
    SELECTIONS
    BURATTINA (9) – LIVING NELSON (1) – ROI DE FLANDRE (2) – PRINCESSE COLUMBIA (4)
    C7 – PRIX DU GRAND LARGE – 1800m (a1m1/8) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000
  68. BREIZH MOON – Finished 6th in a Handicap at Marseille-Vivaux over 2000m on 8 March. Unplaced since winning on this track in February 2024
  69. LORLISALSA – Finished 7th in a Handicap at this track over 1800m on 12 March. Unlikely to be involved in the finish
  70. OPERA – Well beaten 10th in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1600m on 21 February. Others are preferred in this line-up
  71. GREEN CURRY – A winner in a Handicap at this track over 1800m on 12 March. Received a 2 Kg penalty but can still be competitive
  72. VENTURA VISION – Third in a Handicap at this track over 1800m on 12 March. Has sufficient means to fight for victory. Good chance
  73. BOZA – Well beaten 9th in a Claimer at Lignieres over 1600m on 1 March. Others make more appeal in this line-up
  74. A STOLEN KISS – Fourth in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1900m on 9 March. Improving and entrusted to Marie Velon. Can be competitive again
  75. SECRET GLORY – Fourth in a Handicap at this track over 1800m on 12 March. Cristian Demuro will give every assistance from the saddle and has an each-way shout
  76. TICKLISH – Fifth in a Handicap at this track over 1800m on 12 March. Improved latest effort and can play a role in the finish
  77. JECTOT – Finished 7th in a Conditions race at this track over 1800m on 23 March. Capable of contesting the finish. A runner-up to GREEN CURRY (4) on 12 March
    Summary: A very competitive handicap. VENTURA VISION (5) has not won for some time but ran well over this course and distance earlier this month. She could beat the two that were ahead of her that day. SECRET GLORY (8) was not far behind the selection that day and will challenge again. A STOLEN KISS (7) is knocking at the door, and her winning turn is not far away. GREEN CURRY (4) carries a 2kg penalty for beating the first two selections last time out and is clearly not out of it.
    SELECTIONS
    VENTURA VISION (5) – SECRET GLORY (8) – A STOLEN KISS (7) – GREEN CURRY (4)
    C8 – PRIX GUILLERMAIN – 2150m (a1m1/4) – ALL WEATHER – Class 4 Race – Flat – EUR € 16,000
  78. SKADOOSH – Well beaten 8th in a Conditions race at this track over 2150m on 12 March. Unlikely to be involved in the finish
  79. HER CHRISTOPHER – A winner in a Conditions race at this track over 2150m on 12 March. Track-suited and should make a bold bid to complete the hat-trick
  80. SINDIA – Well beaten 8th in a Conditions race at Marseille-Vivaux over 2000m on 22 March. Others make more appeal
  81. WEDGEWOOD PEARL – Fourth in a Conditions race at this track over 2150m on 12 March. A good comeback run in the latest and has a good each-way chance
  82. KING ZARAK – Third in a Conditions race at Marseille-Vivaux over 2600m on 13 March. Some improvement in the latest and must confirm that
  83. ARIGATO – Unplaced in a Claimer at Chantilly over 1800m on 13 March. Dropping in the weights and is not out of it
  84. CARLSTON – Well beaten 10th in a Handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m on 16 March. Others are preferred in this line-up
  85. DARYLAKHA – A runner-up in a Conditions race at Beaupréau over 2400m on 24 August. This daughter of Daryakana, who won the Group 1 Hong Kong Vase deserves to be respected
  86. LADY MANA – Unplaced in a Handicap at Vichy over 2400m on 17 July. Others are much preferred in this line-up and must improve
    Summary: HER CHRISTOPHER (2) loves this track and is seeking a hat-trick after some solid wins. It is never easy to win three handicaps in a row, but he does hold every chance of taking out this lucky last race. WEDGEWOOD PEARL (4) is consistent and should be involved with the finish yet again. ARIGATO (6) struggled in a claimer last time out but can pop up in a place. DARYLAKHA (8) is well-bred and capable of making the frame.
    SELECTIONS – HER CHRISTOPHER (2) – WEDGEWOOD PEARL (4) – ARIGATO (6) – DARYLAKHA (8)

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