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R1 AUTEUIL [L-H]

C1 – PRIX RIVOLI – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 55,000

  1. MATADOR FOREZ – He won two runs back at Fontainebleau in a Class 3 chase over 3600m in November and followed up with a 2nd in a Class 2 chase over the same track and trip on December 9th. Player
  2. LETSGO D’ALENE – Ran well to be 2nd over 4000m in a Class 3 chase at Pau on February 3rd when last seen. He might need a few to falter
  3. LUGOVILLE – Placed 4th in a Class 2 race on his chasing debut over 3500m at this track on April 15th last year. Ought to be thereabouts
  4. LUSAKA DE THAIX – Won on debut over hurdles in July 2025, fair effort to be 7th in a Class 2 hurdle over 3600m at this track on February 14th. He will strip fitter today and can do well over fences
  5. MONTGAZON – Placed on both runs this year over fences, the latter when 4th at Pau over 3900m on February 6th in a Class 3 event. Others rate higher
  6. MUSTANG DE MEE – Placed 2nd over 3500m at Pau in a Class 3 hurdle on February 3rd when last racing. Capable of having a say on chasing bow
  7. MATA D’OR – Three unplaced runs of late, the latter when well beaten at Compiegne in a Class 2 hurdle over 3400m on November 28th. Tries fences and is best watched for now
    Summary: LUSAKA DE THAIX (4) could be the best option in this Class 2 chase. He scored over hurdles on debut and ran a credible race in a Class 2 hurdle at this track on his only other start in mid-February. He has the size to do well over fences. MATADOR FOREZ (1) has won over fences and was a decent second at Fontainebleau in a Class 2 chase in December. He can make life difficult for the selection. LUGOVILLE (3)and MUSTANG DE MEE (6) can dual for minor honours.
    SELECTIONS
    LUSAKA DE THAIX (4) – MATADOR FOREZ (1) – LUGOVILLE (3) – MUSTANG DE MEE (6)
    C2 – PRIX HUBERT D’AILLIERES – 4300m (a2m1/2) – TURF – Listed – Hurdles – EUR € 82,000
  8. KAMARO D’HUEZ – Unplaced last time in a Grade 3 chase, 4th before that on the flat in a Group 1 AQ race at Parislongchamp in September 2025. Three wins before that including a Grade 3 hurdle in 2024 at Compiegne. Player
  9. JACHAR – Ran well to be 4th over 4400m in the Prix Georges Courtois (Grade 2) chase on December 7th. Back over hurdles and can feature
  10. STYLE D’EMIRS – Fair 3rd over 4300m in a Listed hurdle at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on January 4th and three wins before that. More required in a stronger race
  11. BREXIT – Unplaced last time, a win before that over 3800m at Pau in a Class 1 hurdle on December 28th. Others more likely to feature
  12. LOSANGE VERT BLEU – Placed 2nd on the one run this year, that was over 3800m at Pau in a Class 1 hurdle on February 8th. Merits consideration
  13. NEVER RISK – Won on his last start over 3800m at Pau in a handicap hurdle on January 28th. More needed in a competitive race
  14. LECOEURDESHOMMES – Two unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 4400m at this track in a Grade 3 chase on September 23rd. Back over hurdles and might need a few to falter
  15. GOLIATH D’AUNOU – Two wins in 2025, the latter over 3600m at this track in a Class 2 hurdle on November 15th. Can be competitive
    Summary: KAMARO D’HUEZ (1) has the talent to win this Listed hurdle. He won three races in late 2024 over hurdles and 2025 two over fences. He is preferred ahead of JACHAR (2), who was fourth over fences last time out at this track in December in a Grade 2 event. GOLIATH D’AUNOU (8) is unbeaten in two starts and looks progressive. He can be on the premises. LOSANGE VERT BLEU (5) heads the rest.
    SELECTIONS
    KAMARO D’HUEZ (1) – JACHAR (2) – GOLIATH D’AUNOU (8) – LOSANGE VERT BLEU (5)
    C3 – PRIX SOUVIENS-TOI – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Divided Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 98,000
  16. GLADY TIGER – Two wins of late, the latter over 3600m at this track in a Class 2 hurdle on February 14th. Leading chance of a hat-trick
  17. SAINT ROBIN – Failed to finish last time, a win before that over 3500m at Pau in a handicap hurdle on January 3rd. Can make the frame
  18. MISS CHANA – Two 2nd place runs of late over fences, the latter over 3700m at Pau in a Class 3 chase on January 23rd. Back over hurdles can have a positive effect
  19. LACCIO CONTI – Unplaced over fences last time, a win before that over 3550m at Fontainebleau on December 9th in a Class 2 handicap hurdle. Hard to ignore
  20. FEU DE DIEU – Placed 2nd on the last start over 4600m in a Grade 3 chase at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on January 4th. Others seem better equipped
  21. TITI DE PARIS – Won on the sole start over 3600m in a Class 1 handicap hurdle on this track on February 24th. Among the leading players
  22. KUCHARSKY – Won on the last start over 4000m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 3 hurdle on January 6th. Others can be more effective
  23. ASTROLOGER – Four unplaced runs since a 4th over the track and trip in a Listed hurdle on October 7th. One to consider each-way
  24. SIGN OF STARS – Unplaced of late, 3rd before that over 3600m at Compiegne in a Class 3 hurdle on November 28th. Can make the top-three
  25. LE ROI LOTH – Finished 5th on the last start over 4000m in a handicap hurdle at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on December 29th. Unlikely to be a threat
  26. SOME OF THEM – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 3800m in a Class 3 chase at Pau on January 23rd. Capable back over hurdles and can be involved
  27. LOVELY JAP – Two wins of late, the latter over 3500m at this track in a Class 2 hurdle on November 29th. Outside place contender
  28. HIGHBOURNEDYNAMITE – Five unplaced runs of late, 7th at this track over 3600m in a Listed hurdle on December 7th. Hardly inspiring credentials
  29. LEBRIO DES MOTTES – Won on the last start over 3000m on the flat on February 12th at Angers. He might find this challenging
  30. DINO STYLE – Two unplaced runs since a 2nd before that over 3500m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a handicap hurdle on December 15th. Ought to be thereabouts
  31. BUBBLE PRETTY – Placed 2nd on the last start over 3800m in a Class 4 chase at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on January 6th. Unlikely to make a contribution
    Summary: GLADY TIGER (1) has been in decent form with two wins of late. The latter over this track and trip on February 14th in a Class 2 hurdle. He can get a hat-trick of wins from SOME OF THEM (11), who has been racing over fences on the last few starts. MISS CHANA (3) has been second on her last two starts over fences and back over hurdles today will be more to her liking. TITI DE PARIS (6) won over the track and trip on February 24th and warrants respect. ASTROLOGER (8) is another to consider each-way despite a few unplaced runs.
    SELECTIONS
    GLADY TIGER (1) – SOME OF THEM (11) – MISS CHANA (3) – TITI DE PARIS (6)
    C4 – PRIX D’INDY – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Gr3 – Hurdles – EUR € 125,000
  32. EDAMURA – Two wins of late, the latest in a Grade 3 hurdle at Compiegne on November 28th over 3400m. Improving with experience and warrants respect
  33. DELMEGAN – Won on her last start over 3800m in the Prix Magalen Bryant Hurdle (Grade 2) at this track on November 15th. Ought to be in the shake-up
  34. MOUNTAIN RIDGE – Placed 4th over 3600m in the Prix Cambacérès (Grade 1 ) hurdle on November 16th. Capable of making an impact
  35. ISAAC OF YORK – Two wins of late, the latter a Listed hurdle at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 3500m on January 4th. More to do in a more competitive event
  36. SHANNON MAESTRO – Unlucky to be brought down over fences last time out in February, a 3rd before that over 3600m in the Prix Cambacérès (Grade 1 ) hurdle on November 16th. Player
  37. GOOD GIRL DE FAUST – Ran a decent 4th in the Prix Magalen Bryant Hurdle (Grade 2)over 3800m on November 15th at this track. Has to improve to trouble the principles
  38. SHABRACK – Placed 3rd on his last start over 3400m at Compiegne in a Grade 3 hurdle behind EDAMURA (1) on November 28th. Has work ahead
  39. NOIRE WULF – Four 2nd placed runs of late, the latter over 3400m in a Grade 3 hurdle at Compiegne on November 28th behind EDAMURA (1). Hard to ignore and should be fit to go
    Summary: SHANNON MAESTRO (5) was brought down on his chasing debut last month. He can bounce back from that as he was a solid third in the Prix Cambacérès hurdle (Grade 1 ) on November 16th on his penultimate start. His chief threat could be MOUNTAIN RIDGE (3), who was fourth in the same Grade 1 hurdle in November and he should be fit to go. NOIRE WULF (8) has been knocking on the door with four second placed runs and can not be ignored. DELMEGAN (2) won the Prix Magalen Bryant Hurdle (Grade 2) last time and is hard to rule out.
    SELECTIONS
    SHANNON MAESTRO (5) – MOUNTAIN RIDGE (3) – NOIRE WULF (8) – DELMEGAN (2)
    C5 – PRIX KARCIMONT – 4400m (a3m) – TURF – Divided Handicap – Steeple Chase – EUR € 98,000
  40. CALIGRAMME – Two wins of late, the latter when scoring at Angers over 4100m in a Class 3 hurdle on February 12th. Ought to be thereabouts
  41. ILLAHO – Unplaced last time, a win before that over 3800m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a handicap chase on December 15th. Has work to do
  42. CHARDASSO – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 3500m in a Class 1 chase at this track on March 15th, 2025. Unlikely to trouble some of these
  43. MAMIX’S PASSION – Two unplaced runs since a 4th over 4400m at this track in a handicap chase on November 16th. Place contender
  44. NAVARRENX – Unplaced last time, a win before that over 4400m in a handicap chase at this track on October 23rd. Can make the frame
  45. JAGUAR DU LARGE – Two pleasing efforts this year, a win at Pau on January 20th in a handicap chase over 4700m and a 2nd over 3800m last time on February 8th at Pau in a hurdle race. Key chance
  46. JAGUAR DES OBEAUX – Placed on the last two runs, a 2nd over 4100m at Angers in a Class 3 hurdle on February 12th. Leading contender
  47. LASCARIS – Two placed runs of late, 3rd on the latter over 4000m in a Class 3 chase at Pau on February 3rd. Hard to recommend
  48. KRISNA – Finished 5th over 4100m at Angers on February 12th in a Class 3 hurdle. Ought to be in the shake-up
  49. MALBEC DU MATHAN – Fair effort to be 2nd on the one run in 2025, over 3700m in a Class 2 chase on February 15th. Among the leading chances
  50. SEIGNEUR DES AS – Two unplaced runs of late, failed to finish over 3800m at Angers in a Class 3 chase on February 12th. Hard to be enthusiastic about
  51. PERSYAMBRE – Placed 3rd over 3500m at this track in a handicap chase on December 7th. Hard to rule out of the top four
  52. LE COUP D’ENVOI – Placed on both runs this year, 4th on the most recent over 3800m at Pau in a Class 3 chase on January 23rd. Look for an alternative
  53. GAZ GAZ – Three placed runs of late, 2nd on the most recent over 4700m at Pau in a handicap chase on January 20th. Others rate higher
    Summary: JAGUAR DU LARGE (6) has performed well on the two runs this year. A win at Pau in late January in a handicap chase and a recent second in a handicap hurdle in February at Pau. He can score at the expense of JAGUAR DES OBEAUX (7), who has shaped well to be placed on the last two starts, the latter at Angers when second in February. CALIGRAMME (1) has strong claims and can make the top three. MALBEC DU MATHAN (10) looks best of the remainder.
    SELECTIONS
    JAGUAR DU LARGE (6) – JAGUAR DES OBEAUX (7) – CALIGRAMME (1) – MALBEC DU MATHAN (10)
    C6 – PRIX VENTRILOQUE – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 – Hurdles – EUR € 51,000
  54. SALUT DES FLOS – Won on his second start over 3200m at Compiegne on April 2nd in a Class 2 hurdle. One to pay attention to despite an 11 month absence
  55. NOVAK – Two good placed runs over hurdles, the latter when 2nd over 3500m at this track in a Class 2 hurdle on May 27th. Can get off the mark and be fit from a layoff
  56. MOZAMBIQUE – Got off the mark over 3500m at Pau over hurdles on February 8th last time out. More required in a stronger race but he can make the top-four
  57. POPULAS – Won on the sole start over 3500m at Pau in a Class 3 hurdle on January 20th. Open to plenty of improvement and can feature
  58. L’AU REVOIR – Placed 2nd over 3400m at Angers on his debut over hurdles in a Class 4 race on February 12th. Progress needed in a more competitive race
  59. DEPRO – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 1800m at Compiegne on the flat on October 10th. Hurdling debut and is best watched for the time being
  60. MELLOW DU LARGE – Unraced gelding by Kapgarde, the dam won 3 races over jumps. Likely to need this run for experience unless the betting vibes are strong
  61. ALHUNTER – Failed to complete the course over 3600m at this track on February 14th in a Class 2 hurdle. Can be overlooked
  62. MATADOR ALLEN – Placed 3rd on his sole start over 3600m at this track in a hurdle on October 18th. Can make progress from his debut and be involved
  63. GIZLI – Placed 4th on the last start over 3600m at this track in a Class 2 hurdle on February 14th. Capable of making the frame
    Summary: NOVAK (2) has shown a good amount of promise in his two runs over hurdles. He was a solid second at this track in a Class 2 hurdle when last seen in May last year. His shrewd connections will have him well tuned back from a layoff. POPULAS (4) can keep the selection honest and made a pleasing debut when scoring at Pau in late January. He can improve from that effort. MATADOR ALLEN (9) showed promise to be third on debut and can feature. SALUT DES FLOS (1) heads the rest.
    SELECTIONS
    NOVAK (2) – POPULAS (4) – MATADOR ALLEN (9) – SALUT DES FLOS (1)
    C7 – PRIX D’ACHERES – 3600m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Divided Handicap – Hurdles – EUR € 60,000
  64. ROI DU REVE – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 3400m at Pau in a Class 4 chase on December 16th. Back over hurdles and warrants respect
  65. POLYNECTAR VAL – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 3500m at Pau in a handicap hurdle on January 3rd. Capable of making an impact
  66. CHADOC – Two good runs this year, a win over 3500m at Pau in a Class 3 hurdle in January and a recent 2nd over fences in February at Durtal. Player
  67. SUPER BEND – Placed 4th over 3800m in a claiming chase at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on January 1st when last appearing. Unlikely to be a threat
  68. KING LANE – Unplaced last time, 4th previously over 3900m at this track on November 23rd in a handicap hurdle. Key contender
  69. LES FLOTS BLEUS –
  70. CARGO DE NUIT – Unplaced last time, 2nd before that over 3800m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a claiming chase on January 1st. Among the leading each-way options
  71. KISSY – Two unplaced runs this year, the most recent over 3850m at Fontainebleau in a handicap chase on February 21st. Look for an alternative
  72. LITCHI ROQUE – Two placed runs of late, 3rd on the most recent over 4000m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a handicap hurdle on January 4th. One to consider
  73. COCOTTE ROYALE – Two placed runs of late, 3rd over fences at Pau in a handicap chase over 4000m on February 6th. In the mix
  74. LIGHT OF STAR –
  75. MARVEL DELABLAIRIE – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 3500m at Pau on December 31st in a Class 3 hurdle. Can make the top-three
  76. LA PAGAILLE –
  77. BAHIA DU CARCAUD – Two unplaced runs of late, 5th at Pau over 3800m in a Class 2 hurdle on January 30th. Handicap debut and holds outside place claims
  78. LOWAVE – Three unplaced runs of late, 5th on the latter over 4000m in a handicap hurdle at Cagnes-Sur-Mer on January 4th. Others seem better equipped
  79. BREEZE D’AUTEUIL –
    Summary: CHADOC (3) has performed well in two runs this year. A win at Pau in a Class 3 hurdle in January and a recent second in February at Durtal over fences. She is given the vote ahead of KING LANE (5), who was a decent fourth two runs back at this track in a handicap hurdle in late November. POLYNECTAR VAL (2) ran well two runs back at Pau in a handicap hurdle and looks like a sensible option each-way. CARGO DE NUIT (7) makes up the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    CHADOC (3) – KING LANE (5) – POLYNECTAR VAL (2) – CARGO DE NUIT (7)
    C8 – PRIX CHINCO – 4400m (a3m) – TURF – Divided Handicap – Steeple Chase – EUR € 60,000
  80. JUST A CASTLE – Unplaced last time, 3rd before that over 4400m at Auteuil in a Class 2 chase on November 24th. Can make the top-three
  81. KARNAVAL POINT – Unplaced last time, a win before that over 4700m in a claiming chase at Pau on January 11th. Hard to recommend
  82. IGOR – Placed 4th on the two runs this year, the most recent over 400m in a handicap chase at Pau on February 6th. Place contender
  83. IOUM ROCHELAIS – Unplaced last time, a win previously over 4700m at Pau on January 20th in a handicap chase. Among the leading each-way options
  84. FOREST DU PECOS AA – Fair 2nd over 3900m at Pau in a conditions chase on February 6th when last seen. Can have a say in proceedings
  85. LIEUTENANT PLAYER – Placed 4th on the most recent over 3800m at Angers on February 12th in a Class 3 chase. One to pay attention to
  86. NUPSALA NOLIMIT – Solid effort to be 2nd 0ver 4700m at Pau on January 20th in a handicap chase. Looks ready to win again
  87. EASTER SUNDAY – Two tame efforts this year, the latter when failing to complete the course over 4000m at Pau in a handicap chase on February 6th. Opposable
  88. FLEURIEU – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 4200m at Strasbourg on October 5th in a handicap chase. Others seem better equipped
  89. KING S BOUM – Won on the last start over 4700m in a Class 3 chase at Pau on January 30th. Capable of being on the premises
  90. IGOR DES ONGRAIS – Finished 3rd on the latest start over 4700m at Pau in a handicap chase on January 20th. Might find this difficult
  91. QUEL BONBON – Unplaced last time, a win before that over 4400m in a handicap chase at this track on November 15th. Outside place chance
  92. HENRY BRULARD – Several unplaced runs of late, failing to finish over 3600m at this track in a handicap hurdle on February 14th. Can be overlooked
  93. IMPAIR ET PASSE – Two unplaced runs of late, 7th on the last start over 4700m at Pau in a handicap chase on January 20th. Look elsewhere
    Summary: NUPSALA NOLIMIT (7) has been consistent of late with five solid efforts. Her second at Pau in a handicap chase late in January was a good performance. KING S BOUM (10) could be the one that makes the selection work hard for success. He scored at Pau in late January on his last start. KING S BOUM (10) is one to include in all of the place bet permutations. FOREST DU PECOS AA (5) makes up the shortlist.
    SELECTIONS
    NUPSALA NOLIMIT (7) – KING S BOUM (10) – JUST A CASTLE (1) – FOREST DU PECOS AA (5)
    R4 VIRE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX RADIO VFM – 2150m (a1m1/4) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 20,000

  1. NATIVE DE PLAY – Lost her way during the autumn after having shown potential. Is unraced since November and is unlikely to spring any surprises
  2. NASHIRA RUSCINO – Produced a 35-1 surprise when 4th in a 2150m Toulouse Class C 3 weeks ago, however a repeat seems unlikely
  3. NAUSICAA – Has twice failed to confirm her excellent December qualification at Le Mans, but sports front pads for the first time and should not be overlooked
  4. NORTHERN WAY – Quality colt but eliminated in both starts since the turn of the year. Is plainly a decent trotter in the making and, if applied, can wrap this up
  5. NEUILLY DE PLAY – Has placed just once in 5 starts to date and in this company has no possible chance
  6. NAYA D’ERONVILLE – 7th of 8, a place behind NEUILLY DE PLAY (5), in a 2225m Mauquenchy Class E 2.5 weeks ago, her first appearance since November. Is reunited here with Clement Duvaldestin who won with her at La Capelle and looks a leading contender
  7. NUANCE KADESH – Handy element that made the frame in 2 of last 3, including going clockwise at Saint-Brieuc. Is unlikely to get her nose in front but can nevertheless challenge for a place in the picture
  8. NASHIRA DRY – Qualified in 1’17’2 at Meslay-du-Maine before imposing smartly on debut in an Angers Class F on 11 January. Makes Vire bow with morale on a high and must be taken seriously
    Summary: Not the most fortunate at Vincennes last month, Philippe Allaire’s talented NORTHERN WAY (4) returns to racing shod, will be partnered by Yoann Lebourgeois for the first time, and has a realistic chance of winning this. The Duvaldestin clan, however, sends out the promising NAYA D’ERONVILLE (6) who will have come on for her return run. NASHIRA DRY (8) confirmed her excellent December qualification with debut victory at Angers in January and will also have her chances.
    SELECTIONS
    NORTHERN WAY (4) – NAYA D’ERONVILLE (6) – NASHIRA DRY (8) – NUANCE KADESH (7)
    C2 – PRIX PASCAL GUILBERT – 2800m (a2m) – Class F Amateur Riders – Mounted – EUR € 18,500
  9. LEU DES BOIS – Modest individual that has shown little aptitude for either discipline and can be ruled out
  10. LOUMANA ROSE – Last of 9 to LISON DES GLENAN (9) on monte debut here early last month. Will have come on for the race but others still easier to back
  11. L’AS RUSH – Debuts in the discipline after being eliminated here 3 weeks ago. Has shown decent aptitude for the harness code and if ability transitions, his place will be in the money
  12. LARIANA CLEVILLE – Reliability not her strong suit but reassured when 3rd to LISON DES GLENAN (9) in a Class F over course and distance 3 weeks ago, and a repeat performance is not beyond the realm of possibility
  13. LUCIE DES BAUX – Has not been seen under the saddle since last July. Has failed to deliver in 4 harness starts this year and is not about to upset the apple-cart
  14. LOUXOR DE JOUB – Showed promise at 3 but has endured an interrupted career. Sports a fresh configuration for re-entry but cannot be considered a priority
  15. LOU DE LANGE – Has started to show improvement after a lacklustre end to 2025. Gave a fine account at Vincennes a month back and can finish in the frame this time
  16. LA FLECHE – Back under the saddle after having produced some good harness performance over recent months. Sports modified shoeing and will be no easy touch
  17. LISON DES GLENAN – Has taken very nicely to the monte code and even though in better company this time, is still easy to fancy for the double
    Summary: Wonderfully-engaged and winner over course and distance just 3 weeks ago, LISON DES GLENAN (9) steps up in category but can still win this. As consistent as they come, LA FLECHE (8) has shown a liking for Vire conditions, has been reconfigured, and returns to the discipline with a decent chance of filling 1 of the 3 steps on the podium. LOU DE LANGE (7) has not imposed since December 2024 but she has otherwise been acquitting herself competitively and looks a player. Eliminated under harness here early last month, L’AS RUSH (3) switches code for the first time and looks sharp enough to give this a good go.
    SELECTIONS
    LISON DES GLENAN (9) – LA FLECHE (8) – LOU DE LANGE (7) – L’AS RUSH (3)
    C3 – PRIX INTERMARCHE – VIRE NORMANDIE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 17,500
  18. MARIE DE L’AUNAY – Is much-improved since starting to race barefoot, latterly coming 4th, a place behind MARIE DES BAUX (8), in a 2800m Argentan Class F on 6 January. Is not a priority but should still have the wherewithal to get a look in
  19. MARILYN D’OURVILLE – Mixes the good with the less-good. Has not been seen out since early-September and even though racing barefoot for the first time, is going to need the run
  20. MISS DE L’AUNAY – Ran 5th behind MARIE DE L’AUNAY (1) at Argentan on 17 January before running fine 2nd in a 2150m Mauquenchy Class F on 4 February. Should find Vire profile to her liking and, with form maintained, will not be far off the mark
  21. MAQUENZA DU BOCAGE – Won twice during the autumn, including over 2800m here, but out of the picture in last 2 and must get her house in order
  22. MANDARINE BAM – Makes first appearance since winning a Lisieux claimer last October. Is confirmed at Vire but is being aimed too high
  23. MENEUSE DE HOUELLE – Has show a different side to herself since the turn of the year. Was less-performant behind MARIE DES BAUX (8) at Argentan last month but has been reconfigured and must not be underestimated
  24. MELODY MADJI – Sprang something of a surprise when 2nd of 7 finishers at Angers early last month. Should take well to Vire conditions and has a decent chance of making the frame again
  25. MARIE DES BAUX – Has been knocking at the door since late-November. Is new to the venue, and starts wide on the front line, but still represents a solid place chance
  26. MALICE DE COSSE – Runner-up to MESANGE DU RIB (14) in a 2800m Class F here 3 weeks ago, then failed to deliver at Maure-de-Bretagne a fortnight later. Has not won the draw-lottery either and is unlikely to spice things up
  27. MADU JOSSELYN – Did everything right on debut in a 3025m Chateaubriant Class F on 5 January. Will have come on for the race and will be expected to bring the fight to MESANGE DU RIB (14)
  28. MONONOKE DE BRETT – Produced career-best performance when 2nd in a Nuillé-sur-Vicoin Class F last October and has nothing to contribute here
  29. MA BEAUTE – Starts for the first time since winning a Cholet Class F last September and will not be given a hard race
  30. MISS EMMY RUSH – Made good on her promise when winning a Saint-Brieuc Class G 2 weeks ago but is out of her depth, and badly-drawn, this time
  31. MESANGE DU RIB – Has shown marked improvement since being switched to the harness code, latterly breaking her duck here 3 weeks ago. Goes barefoot again and can confirm
  32. MELLY STAR – Eliminated in 2 after opening her account at Cabourg in December, and can expect to have few takers
  33. MUZE DES BOIS – Gave a very good account on re-entry in a 2425m Angers Class F 3 weeks ago when 4th behind MELODY MADJI (7). Has ground to make up and has pulled a tough number, but is still worth keeping an eye on
    Summary: MESANGE DU RIB (14) got off the mark on her comeback over 2800m here early last month and, even though handed a rough number, still looks thoroughly capable of repeating. Also on the back line, MADU JOSSELYN (10) lost her maiden status in early-January at the first time of asking, and will come here fresh. In the frame in her last 4 starts, MARIE DES BAUX (8) will be barefoot for the first time and in the hands of Franck Nivard will be no shrinking violet. MELODY MADJI (7) steps up in category after running 2nd in an Angers Class F 3 weeks ago and will not be sent out at 19-1 this time.
    SELECTIONS
    MESANGE DU RIB (14) – MADU JOSSELYN (10) – MARIE DES BAUX (8) – MELODY MADJI (7)
    C4 – PRIX JAMOTTE MOTOCULTURE – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 17,500
  34. MAMBO DE CAHOT – Useful element making first appearance since finishing 4th at Caen last June. Will need the run, but is still better than many here and can compete for a first-5 cheque
  35. MAESTRO D’IDEE – Has acquitted himself well in 2 Argentan starts this season. Is plainly on the right road and appears to have a lot more to offer this time
  36. MAHATMA DANICA – Tricky sort that would have finished closer at Agen a fortnight ago had he not faulted with 200m to run. Benefits from a good draw, will be fully fit after a pair of runs, and is ideally-placed to get off the mark
  37. MAGISTER – Serious sort that ran 2nd here last summer before being sent for a rest. Was eliminated on comeback last Tuesday but has a lot going for him here and Clement Duvaldestin will be minded to keep him focused
  38. MATRIX DE LA BAIE – Went into his winter spell on a good note after running 4th in a 2850m Laval Class E in early-November. Will not be available at 156-1 this time but is unlikely to shake things up either
  39. MON ROI – Sprang a 24-1 surprise when 3rd in a 2800m Argentan Class F early last month, but a repeat performance is not on the cards
  40. MONSIEUR DARLING – Has not been seen out since August but is unshod-behind for the first time, with a top driver in the bike, and from the front line can make a big splash
  41. MILLION DREAMS – Modest sort making first start since mid-December. Is first-time barefoot but would still be preferred at a lower level
  42. MAX DE COQUERIE – Unexceptional individual that has failed to make any impact this winter and is not about to start now
  43. MAJESTIC DU KLAU – By some margin the weakest link in this field and can be confidently disregarded
  44. MUSTANG D’ERI – Complicated trotter that produced a 29-1 surprise when 2nd in a Maure-de-Bretagne Class F on comeback a week ago. A repeat, however, seems improbable
  45. MYSTERE DES ARRIS – Lost his action, when full of running, in a 2800m Argentan Class F on 6 February. Competitively-shod for the first time and will not be far from the action if Francois Lecanu positions him early
  46. MILORD D’ISSE – Has turned a corner since starting to race barefoot but sports pads this time and will have other ambitions
    Summary: Considerably better than his formcard would suggest, a reconfigured MAHATMA DANICA (3) takes a dip in category and, with application, can win this from the 3-slot. He will still encounter opposition from the more widely-drawn, but promising, MONSIEUR DARLING (7) who is competitively-shod for the first time, and the better-positioned MAESTRO D’IDEE (2) who will be barefoot following a pair of conditioners. MYSTERE DES ARRIS (12) was still going strong when eliminated at Argentan last month and the new formula may be just the ticket to his redemption.
    SELECTIONS
    MAHATMA DANICA (3) – MONSIEUR DARLING (7) – MAESTRO D’IDEE (2) – MYSTERE DES ARRIS (12)
    C5 – PRIX AMB MENUISERIE – 2800m (a2m) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 24,000
  47. JACINTHE DES BOIS – Reassured somewhat when 4th in a Laval amateurs Class G on Thursday but backs up with little to offer
  48. JOMINI D’AMBRI – Modest element with better form in the other code and the lengthy absence will do him no favours
  49. JENORA GUIVIA – Starts for first time since running 8th in a Class E over course and distance last November and is unlikely to influence the result
  50. JADE THORIS – Complicated individual starting for first time since early-December. Will be shod for comeback and can be ignored
  51. JULIUS ECUS – Put in a good effort to come 4th in a 2875m Argentan Class E on 6 February. Sports a fresh configuration this time and, on good behaviour, can pick up some prizemoney
  52. JESABELLE DU JOUR – Eliminated in last 3 and has no particular love for Vire, but has been reconfigured for the occasion and tends to go well for Tony Le Beller. Starts in front and, with application, can make her presence felt
  53. JISA DES LOYAUX – Unremarkable mare that has not made the frame since last July and is not about to change her ways
  54. JAG DU LIOT – Dependability not his strong suit but will be shod as he was at Chateaubriant in early-January and, from the front row, can get in on the action if his trainer-driver keeps him trotting
  55. JOYAU DE L’ITON – A fine servant for the most part but has not been at his sharpest for past 2 months and, despite a good entry, still looks an outsider
  56. JOG JELOCA – Very hard to knock in current configuration, and hard to fault in current form either. Has placed in 1 of 2 Vire starts and looks main threat to JOYEUX NONNA (17)
  57. JAZZMAN – Seldom far off the mark when he manages to stay in stride. Presents solid clockwise references but with shoes fitted is unlikely to shake things up
  58. JUNE D’ERABLE – Imposed at Enghien last October but has done nothing noteworthy since. Front shoes off for first goal of the year but still has no realistic chance
  59. JOJO DE L’AUNAY – Makes first appearance since running 4th under the saddle at Graignes last November and can be confidently ruled out
  60. JULIE DU CLOS – Good mare but lost her way late last season. Runs barefoot for 2nd start back but still not a priority
  61. JACK QUICK – In the frame in last 2 at Graignes early last month. Is consistently in the thick of things when applied and should again figure prominently
  62. JAMAIQUE DAIRPET – Reliable mare that finished 5th, a place behind JULIUS ECUS (5), in a 2875m Argentan Class E 3.5 weeks ago. Benefits from a good entry and can again make first 5
  63. JOYEUX NONNA – Kicked the year off with 2 straight successes. Came close to winning a 3rd at Pontchateau 2 weeks ago and is easy fancy for the win
  64. JACK SURPRISE – Has not been seen out for 2 months and is new to Vire but is very useful when focused and returns to the harness code with a decent hand to play
    Summary: Nicely-engaged here, and plainly enjoying a productive run of form, JOYEUX NONNA (17) will be reunited with Yoann Lebourgeois who won with him at Mauquenchy in January, and is easy to like for a 2nd Vire success. He will still meet resistance from JOG JELOCA (10) who has been thriving over recent months, and JACK QUICK (15) who is clearly close to his race. JACK SURPRISE (18) returns to the harness code for this excellent entry and, if still on the boil, can finish close.
    SELECTIONS
    JOYEUX NONNA (17) – JOG JELOCA (10) – JACK QUICK (15) – JACK SURPRISE (18)
    C6 – PRIX SALON DE L’HABITAT VIRE NORMANDIE – 2800m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 23,000
  65. KANSAS DU RIB – Capricious sort making first appearance since imposing at Saint-Brieuc on 5 December. Won here last May, is competitively-shod for first start back, and merits respect
  66. KOULOU GAGOU – Delicate sort that has not made the first 3 since October 2023 and is not about to break the mould
  67. KABRI – Won 2 of 4 last summer before being sent for a rest. Is shod for comeback and is going to need the race
  68. KAMALIS – Pleasant at Argentan before coming 7th behind KEROSEN DU GERS (16) in a Nantes Class E last weekend and will need to raise his game
  69. KONQUERANT – No slouch on a good day but is seldom not being scrutinised by the stewards. Has not been seen out since early-November, but will be barefoot, and will generate some interest
  70. KANSAS BONBON – Has been very disappointing since imposing at Mauquenchy a year ago and with shoes on will have nothing to contribute
  71. KATKO DES CAILLONS – Quality element in the monte code. Runs for the first time since mid-September though and will not be given a hard race
  72. KENTIA DES RIOULTS – Barring a pair of eliminations, has been in rude health over recent months. Was not disgraced here last June but still looks a minor place chance at best
  73. KATANA – Respectable mare that consistently gives her best, and has decent clockwise credentials, but in this company will have too much to do
  74. KOBRA JENILOU – Wonderfully-consistent and has excellent right-handed references. Should not be condemned for recent Vincennes performance, and can be backed with confidence this time. Chance
  75. KARLSON PASS – Unexceptional trotter starting for first time since last August. Is clearly better in the other discipline and will have few friends
  76. KARAIELLA BOND – Imposed at Vincennes in late-December but disappointing in 2 since. Shoes back on here and can be passed over
  77. KELLY D’ESSARTS – Has never shown any liking for the harness code. Is here for reasons of conditioning and will have noting to offer
  78. KALINE DE COSSE – Very hard to fault since the turn of the year. Makes Vire bow on a hat-trick and despite a 25m handicap still looks a major player
  79. KANSAS DU HOCTI – Useful trotter but has better prospects under the saddle and can be ruled out
  80. KEROSEN DU GERS – Never far from faulting but is otherwise in excellent shape. Has been knocking at the door lately and enjoys a fine opportunity to win for the first time since April 2024
  81. KOUROUX – Back in the provinces after pleasantly surprising in a Vincennes Class D 2.5 weeks ago. Pleased on sole Vire appearance and with Yoann Lebourgeois reining will be afforded every chance
  82. KANCALAIS – Eliminated in a 2700m Vincennes Class D on re-entry 2.5 weeks ago. Will have come on for the race and, if as performant as he was earlier in the winter, is unlikely to let the side down
    Summary: Runner-up at Vincennes in January, and again at Nantes last weekend, KEROSEN DU GERS (16) will have every chance of winning this provided he stays is stride. A winner here last summer, KOBRA JENILOU (10) returns to racing right-handed after failing to deliver at Vincennes earlier in the month and, 25m better off, will have his chances. KALINE DE COSSE (14) has won 3 of 4 starts this year and even though incurring the penalty still looks a serious proposition. Charles-Antoine Mary could not have wished for a better entry for KANCALAIS (18) who has taken particularly well to racing in his present formula.
    SELECTIONS
    KEROSEN DU GERS (16) – KOBRA JENILOU (10) – KALINE DE COSSE (14) – KANCALAIS (18)
    C7 – PRIX AMISO – FLERS – 2700m (a1m1/2) – Class F – Harness – EUR € 20,000
  83. LYS PETTEVINIERE – Useful element that prepped at Le Croise-Laroche last week. Is shod as he was when 2nd at Angers in January and can finish closer this time
  84. LUXURY DU DOUAROU – Handy element starting for the first time since late-October. Has placed just once in 3 Vire starts, and would be preferred barefoot, but benefits from a decent draw and could pleasantly surprise
  85. LABEL GEMA – Serious sort making first appearance since late-November but is plainly in competition-mode and can get straight down to business
  86. LASCAUX DU PERCHE – Ran 2nd in an Amiens Class F last weekend, on his first objective of the new year. Will have come on for the race and from the 4-slot will be no soft touch
  87. LATINO DES ISLES – Unremarkable type making first appearance since 19 October. Eliminated on sole Vire start and is not about to set off any fireworks
  88. LUCKY DES GAUDINES – Showed promise last year before form trailed off. Stays shod for first start since October and not a concern
  89. LOUISIS DU LUPIN – Disappointed in 2 after imposing in Toulouse last autumn, and will first need to re-establish his credentials
  90. LUTIN DE LA BASLE – Was somewhat uneasy at Laval despite giving a good account, but has better prospects here and is unlikely to return home empty-handed
  91. LOUDEAC D’YVI – Looked decidedly ordinary when 5th of 7 finishers in a 2800m Class F here 3 weeks ago. Is not the most generous of horses and can be passed over
  92. LAMENTIN – Was going well when eliminated in a Nantes Class E last weekend. Has been handed a 2nd line draw but is clearly in fine fettle and could well open his 2026 account
  93. L’ARNACOEUR – Has not been seen out since being disqualified at Le Mont-Saint-Michel last September and has no realistic chance
  94. LISSANDRO D’ARC – Somewhat made up for Angers elimination when 4th in a Bordeaux Class D 3 weeks ago. Breaks from the rear this time but has merit and cannot be discounted
    Summary: LABEL GEMA (3) has not been seen out since November but he is barefoot for the occasion, takes on a less-exalted lot this time, and the draw only enhances his already good prospects. After placing at Saint-Brieuc in January, LAMENTIN (10) was most unlucky at Nantes last weekend and Pierre Houel will be eager to put things right. Runner-up at Angers before failing to deliver at Le Croise-Laroche last Monday, LYS PETTEVINIERE (1) will appreciate returning to racing clockwise and has been reconfigured. LASCAUX DU PERCHE (4) left a very good impression on his recent re-entry and should not be underestimated.
    SELECTIONS
    LABEL GEMA (3) – LAMENTIN (10) – LYS PETTEVINIERE (1) – LASCAUX DU PERCHE (4)
    C8 – PRIX OLIVIER STIRN / ROBERT AUVRAY – 2800m (a2m) – Class E – Harness – EUR € 30,000
  95. JAMAICA D’OYSE – Unremarkable trotter that was eliminated in 3 of last 4 starts. Has form here, and goes barefoot, but still seems to be out of her league
  96. HURRICANE STEED – 2nd at Angers before coming 6th behind ILLINOIS (7) in a 2800m Argentan amateurs Class F on 23 December. Has not been seen since however and cannot be considered a priority on Vire debut
  97. JOKER DU CHOQUEL – Has hardly put a foot out of line this winter, most recently running 4th in a Vincennes Class E. Imposed last time here and the front row start will only enhance his prospects
  98. JOYCE DREAM – Has struggled to make any impression this winter. Returns to racing barefoot but current condition does nothing to inspire confidence
  99. JOYCE D’AVEZE – Got back in the winners’ circle at Amiens last weekend after clinching a 2400m Class F. Is new to the venue and even from the front line is unlikely to spring any surprises
  100. IVO LE COUP – Hardy type making first appearance since 20 December when trounced at Vincennes. Shoes on and can be ruled out
  101. ILLINOIS – Surprisingly eliminated at Saint-Brieuc early last month. Has been flying in the amateur division for some time, seldom disappoints at Vire, and from the front row looks good enough to pick up some prizemoney
  102. HIPPO DE POMMERAYE – Takes first competitive steps since flopping at Bernay last August. Has placed just once in 4 starts here and can be confidently disregarded
  103. ISA DES LANDES – Modest mare returning to the harness code after 2 unexceptional monte starts and appears to have no realistic chance
  104. HERAKLION DESBOIS – Sent for a spell after running 3rd at Meslay-du-Maine in December but looked ordinary at Saint-Brieuc and others easier to back
  105. IDOLE JALLERIE – Talented mare but never far from faulting. Has won her last 2 though, most recently in style, and given her liking for Vire, will be competitive at the business end of the race
  106. JERENAL D’HAMELINE – Most impressive in 2025 and most recently pleased on comeback at Laval 11 days ago. Will be barefoot this time and will justifiably garner considerable support
  107. JULIANA DE RETZ – Useful dual-discipline mare starting for the first time since September. Shoes off for the occasion but is not a concern
  108. GRILLE PAIN – Acquits himself honourably for the most part, presents fine Vire references, but has not raced since September and would be preferred barefoot
  109. IQUITO PLANCHETTE – Pleased in 2 after finishing 2nd in a Class E under these conditions in early-December. Is unlikely to create an upset but can nevertheless make first 5
  110. HETRE D’OURVILLE – Rather disappointing since returning to competition in December. Is confirmed here and it is only a question of time before he comes good again
  111. JIPET DE CREPIN – Flew up in a 2850m Vincennes Class D 3 weeks ago. Is plainly at the top of his game and even though obviously better racing left-handed still looks the pick of the field
  112. HEAVEN STAR – Serious sort that lost his way in 2025. Has not been seen out since September and is going to need the run
    Summary: He may not be the easiest of horses to use but JIPET DE CREPIN (17) ran out an impressive winner in Paris early last month and can repeat if kept focused. IDOLE JALLERIE (11) returns to a track she likes on a hat-trick and, with form maintained, is unlikely to disappoint. Sent for a break after winning 2 straight last autumn, JERENAL D’HAMELINE (12) will be barefoot following his comeback run and makes his Vire debut with every chance of finishing close. JOKER DU CHOQUEL (3) is 25m better off though, won over course and distance in November, and in present form is very hard to ignore.
    SELECTIONS
    JIPET DE CREPIN (17) – IDOLE JALLERIE (11) – JERENAL D’HAMELINE (12) – JOKER DU CHOQUEL (3)
    R5 TOULOUSE [R-H]

C1 – PRIX CHAMAKO – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Condition – Hurdles – EUR € 26,000

  1. CENTLOU AA – Only modest of late and finished 8th in a handcicap hurdle at Pau over 3800m on 8 February. Capable of winning a race of this nature
  2. WINNX AA – Not reliable and finished 7th in a Conditions chase at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 4200m on 5 April. Returns from a break but cannot be ruled out
  3. LOULOU DE VERGNE AA – Unreliable and finished 9th in a handicap hurdle at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 3700m on 22 November 2024. Returns from a lengthy break and could need this run
  4. MORFALOU AA – Did not show his best when 6th in a Conditions hurdle at Pau over 3500m on 9 January. Consistent before that and has claims
  5. L’AUTONOME AA – Improving and was runner-up in a Conditions hurdle at Pau over 3500m on 30 January. Can go one place better
  6. MAJOR DE GUERRE AA – A faller last time out in a Conditions hurdle at Pau over 3500m on 30 January. In good form before that and is not out of it
  7. NEVIS DE CANDALE AA – Unreliable and was unplaced in a Conditions chase at Pau over 4700m on 9 January. Others make more appeal
  8. MAGIQUE PONTADOUR AA – Finished unplaced on debut in a Conditions hurdle at Pau over 3500m on 30 January. Needs to improve to score
  9. MICMAC DE BRABOIS AA – Yet to win a race but was third in a Conditions chase at Pau over 3900m on 6 February. Can make the frame
  10. KHEOPS DE BUJ AA – Kept to the flat so far and finished 8th in a Conditions race at this course over 2400m on 11 November. Returns from a break but could upset
    Summary: A very competitive looking race. L’AUTONOME AA (5) is improving and could be ready to score so gets a narrow vote. MAJOR DE GUERRE AA (6) was a faller last time out but had some fair form before that and could be a threat. MORFALOU AA (4) is better than his last run would suggest and would not be a surprise winner. CENTLOU AA (1) is also capable of success if showing his best and must be respected for that.
    SELECTIONS
    L’AUTONOME AA (5) – MAJOR DE GUERRE AA (6) – MORFALOU AA (4) – CENTLOU AA (1)
    C2 – PRIX DE LA VILLE DE CUGNAUX – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 3 Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  11. ABACUR – Did not show his best when 8th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1500m on 24 February. Capable of winning when in the right mood
  12. NOCE DE RUBIS – Not disgraced when 5th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 3500m on 19 January. Usually competitive and has claims at scoring
  13. ANOTHER ROSE – Returned to form when fourth in a Conditions race at Mont-de-Marsan over this distance on 15 November. Could earn some minor money returning from a break
  14. MANGAKEN – Unreliable but was third in a claimer at Pau over this distance on 23 February. Could play a minor role
  15. SIR CRATER – Only modest of late and was 6th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2150m on 2 February. Better this distance and is not out of it
  16. TIMBER LIGHT – Finished 9th in a claimer at ParisLongchamp over 1400m on 10 July. Returns from a break and could need this run
  17. NOVA HOPE – Not reliable and finished 8th in a claimer at Cagnes-sur-Mer over this distance on 27 January. Can be a threat on best form
  18. TALISMAN TOUCH – Not reliable and finished 11th in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over this distance on 21 February. More is needed to beat these rivals
  19. ALPHABIA – Has really struggled of late and finished 15th in a handicap at Pau over this distance on 28 January. Needs major improvement to win
  20. RAPIDO PRESTO – Needed the last run when tenth in a handicap at Pau over 1200m on 30 January. Fitter this time and could play a minor role
  21. PIC DU MIDI – Successful in his last two starts, the latest in a handicap at Pau over this distance on 28 January. Can complete a hat-trick
  22. MANA MAHA – Has struggled on the PSF of late and was tenth in a claimer at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1600m on 27 January. Better this course and distance and can score
  23. DAKOVKA – Did not show her best when 9th in a handicap at Pau over this distance on 28 January. Is capable of earning some minor money
    Summary: PIC DU MIDI (11) has improved with the aid of blinkers, with some solid wins. He has also won over this course and distance so can complete his hat-trick. NOCE DE RUBIS (2) is usually a threat and should be involved with the finish once again. SIR CRATER (5) has lost his way a bit of late but could bounce back over this shorter distance. NOVA HOPE (7) is unreliable but not out of it over this course and distance.
    SELECTIONS
    PIC DU MIDI (11) – NOCE DE RUBIS (2) – SIR CRATER (5) – NOVA HOPE (7)
    C3 – PRIX ARVINC – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 2 – Hurdles – EUR € 28,000
  24. ESCORT’MAN – Unreliable so far and was 8th in a Conditions hurdle at Fontainebleau over 3550m on 2 December. Did win before that and can be a lively danger
  25. PRAIRIE SAMBA – Struggled at Auteuil last time out in a Conditions hurdle over 3600m on 14 February. Clearly capable of better and could strike
  26. MICAWBER – A winner on the flat last time out in a Conditions race at Machecoul over 2950m on 10 February. Has some fair hurdle form and is not out of it
  27. MESSIDOR – A four-year-old gelding by Nidor out of Gallingarry who is making his debut. Can be a threat on debut
  28. MISSILE – Showed some improvement when fourth in a Conditions hurdle at Saint-Brieuc over 3800m on 15 February. Can be competitive again
  29. LA LETTRE – Unreliable and finished 5th in a Conditions hurdle at Mont-de-Marsan over 3450m on 7 December. More is needed to beat these rivals
  30. OVER DREAM – Did dislodge her rider last time out in a Conditiosn hurdle over this course and distance on 17 February. Others make more appeal
  31. BOROUGHA – Finished 6th in a Conditions hurdel at Pau over 3500m on 16 January. Did better on the flat on debut but could earn some money
    Summary: A tricky race. PRAIRIE SAMBA (2) looked good when winning on her hurdle debut but did not repeat it at Auteuil last time out. MICAWBER (3) has been better on the flat so far but would not be a surprise winner of this particular race. ESCORT’MAN (1) seems better judged on his penultimate start victory and must be respected for that. MISSILE (5) showed improvement second time around and is another to consider.
    SELECTIONS
    PRAIRIE SAMBA (2) – MICAWBER (3) – ESCORT’MAN (1) – MISSILE (5)
    C4 – PRIX LAVAREDE – 3500m (a2m1/4) – TURF – Class 3 – Steeple Chase – EUR € 24,000
  32. MACIMO CONTI – Not reliable and was 5th in a Conditions hurdle at Pau over 3500m on 13 January. Can be a lively danger trying the larger obstacles
  33. METRONOMY – Very consistent and was fourth in a Group 3 hurdle at Compiegne over 3400m on 28 November. Can bounce back to score trying a chase
  34. PETRUS DE HOUELLE – Not disgrace when fourth in a Conditions chase at Pau over 3900m on 3 January. Likely to improve and should contest the finish
  35. MONTANA DREAM – Showed some improvement when fourth in a Conditions chase at Pau over 3900m on 18 January. Could make the frame again
  36. STRONG BOY – Only modest so far and finished 5th in a claiming hurdle at Pau over 3300m on 6 February. Needs to do more to beat these rivals
  37. MATOUDY – Did not show her best when 7th in a Conditions hurdle at Auteuil over 3500m on 23 November. Returns from a break but has claims on chase debut
  38. MAYRA DU PECOS – Has been fair so far and was 5th in a Conditions hurdle at Pau over 3500m on 16 December. Might play a minor role on chase debut
    Summary: An interesting race as most of them are making their chase debut. METRONOMY (2) is the best of these over hurdles and should make a bold bid at scoring on chase debut. MATOUDY (6) returns from a break but has shown ability and could like these larger obstacles, so is the main danger. PETRUS DE HOUELLE (3) has chase experience and is likely to play a hand at the finish. MACIMO CONTI (1) has been unreliable so far but is clearly not out of it.
    SELECTIONS
    METRONOMY (2) – MATOUDY (6) – PETRUS DE HOUELLE (3) – MACIMO CONTI (1)
    C5 – PRIX DE LA CITE MONDINE – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Newcomers – Flat – EUR € 19,200
  39. ZAKIYYAH GOLD – A three-year-old colt by Charm Spirit out of Zakiyyah who is making his debut. His mother won once in just 5 starts. Respected
  40. CHRISJONH – A three-year-old colt by Muhaarar out of Flower who is making his debut. His mother won 5 of her 15 stasrt. Betting can be used as a guide
  41. LANDMAN – A three-year-old colt by Galiway out of Restiadargent who is making his debut.His Dam was Group 1 placed. Big expectations on debut
  42. SOLIKHIEV – A three-year-old gelding by Galiway out of Revolver Eyes who is making his debut. His Dam never won a race after 7 starts. Others are preferred
  43. CHAKILYAH – A three-year-old filly by Chachnak ou of Tambootie who is making her debut. Her Dam did not win a race after 5 starts. Must be given some consideration
  44. GLOW UP – A three-year-old filly by Ardad out of Ysper who is making her debut. Her mother did win a race at Southwell. Must be monitored
  45. TEO’S BARLEY CEN – A three-year-old filly by Teofilo out of Barleysugar who is making her debut. Her mother won her only start. Has been entered in the French Classic races
    Summary: LANDMAN (3) is from a powerful yard and out of a dam that won at Group 2 level at two. He makes a lot of appeal on paper and is a tentative selection. ZAKIYYAH GOLD (1) comes from a stable that knows how to get horses ready and is best to be monitored in the betting. GLOW UP (6) is a half-sister to two winners and should be respected for that. TEO’S BARLEY CEN (7) has been entered in the French Classics and must be closely monitored.
    SELECTIONS
    LANDMAN (3) – ZAKIYYAH GOLD (1) – GLOW UP (6) – TEO’S BARLEY CEN (7)
    C6 – PRIX JEAN-PAUL BOSC – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 20,100
  46. NEBUR – Has only been modest of late and finished 6th in a Conditions race at Pau over this distance on 3 February. Needs fo find a few lengths to score
  47. BARISTO – Consistent and finished fourth in a Conditions race at Salon-de-Provence over 1800m on 27 November. Should contest the finish again
  48. QUEEN MEKHTAAL – Showed some improvement when winning her second start, a Conditions race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1500m on 2 February. Can double up
  49. VALTRADA – Finished fifth in a Conditions race at Pau over 1600m on 3 February. Could be capable of earning some minor money
  50. VATICANA – Kept to the PSF so far and was runner-up in a Conditions race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over this distance on 15 February. Can go one better
  51. ASPIRE – Has not done much wrong so far and was victorious in a Conditions race at Marseille-Vivaux over 1500m on 10 February. Can follow up
    Summary: ASPIRE (6) brings solid form into the race and will take all the beating if she runs up to her standard. BARISTO (2) is off since last November but has shown enough in 2025 to be closely monitored on his seasonal bow. VATICANA (5) has made the frame in all four starts on the all-weather and cannot be ignored from any betting calculations on her first run on turf. QUEEN MEKHTAAL (3) made a good impression when scoring at Cagnes sur Mer and has to be respected too.
    SELECTIONS
    ASPIRE (6) – BARISTO (2) – VATICANA (5) – QUEEN MEKHTAAL (3)
    C7 – PRIX ANGLO-COURSE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Condition – Flat – EUR € 22,000
  52. HEROS DU MAS AA – Finished 6th last time out in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 16 November. More is needed to beat these rivals
  53. VERTIGO POMPADOUR AA – Holding form and finished fourth in a Conditions race over this track and trip on 16 November. Might play a mior role
  54. HINSILAYA AA – Has improved and finished third in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 17 September. Returns from a break but is not out of it
  55. FIRST COLOR AA – Not reliable and was 5th in a Contions race over this course and distance on 16 November. More is needed to beat these rivals
  56. MADMAX DE LASSALES AA – Consistent and was victorious in a Conditions race at Agen-Le Passage over 2500m on 24 November, Can make the frame
  57. CRONOS AA – Did not show his best when 6th in a Conditions race at Mont-de-Marsan over 2450m on 23 Mach. Likely to need this run returning from a break
  58. MOSSANA AA – Successful in her second start, an International race at Tarbes over 2300m on 19 October. Returns from a break but can follow up
  59. FLINTILIE AA – Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up in an International race at Tarbes over 2300m on 19 October. Can be a threat once again
  60. MANESKIN DA CLODIA AA – Usually competitive and finished 5th at Pise over 2000m on 12 February. Could earn some money this longer distance
  61. KIRIE AA – A runner-up in his last two starts, the latest in a Conditions race at Agen-Le Passage over 2500m on 24 November. Can make the frame
  62. ASLAN AA – Keeps hitting the crossbar and was runner-up for the fourth consecutive time, in an International race at Tarbes over 2300m on 20 October 2024. Returns from a lengthy break but is not out of it
  63. ALLURE AREDIENNE AA – Consistent and was fourth in an International race at Tarbes over 2300m on 19 October. Can be competitive once again
  64. FOLCO AA – Finished fourth on debut. In a Conditions race at Tarbes over 2300m on 6 April. Might need this run returning from a lengthy break
    Summary:
    SELECTIONS
    MOSSANA AA (7) – FLINTILIE AA (8) – HINSILAYA AA (3) – MADMAX DE LASSALES AA (5)
    C8 – PRIX WARDA – JEAN-FRANCOIS BERNARD – 2100m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Condition – Flat – EUR € 16,000
  65. SKY AMBER KRF – Consistent and finished third in a Listed race at this course over 2000m on 23 November. Can be competitive once again
  66. HILAL – Showed improvement to win his second start, in a Conditions race at Pau over 2000m on 8 February. Can follow up trying the turf
  67. SHAN – Showed some improvemenet when winning a Conditions race at Agen-Le Passage over 2500m on 9 November. Can be a threat to these rivals
  68. WAHRAN – Showed improvement when runner-up in a Conditions race at Agen-Le Passage over 2500m on 9 November. Could be competitive returning from a break
  69. ARCTYC DE TESE – Has not been disgraced in both starts and was 5th in a Conditions race at La Teste-de-Buch over 1900m on 20 August. Could earn some money returning from a break
  70. MAHDI DU BREUIL – Finished third on debut in a Conditions race at Pau over 2000m on 8 February. Could play a minor role
  71. ALIBABA DU NIL – Finished third on debut in a Group 3 over this course and distance on 27 October. Can win with improvement likely
  72. MORPHEE DE BOZOULS – Showed some improvement when runner-up in a Conditions race at this course over 1600m on 16 November. Not out of it
  73. FAROOQE AL SHAHANIA – A four-year-old gelding by Gazwan out of Afaq who is making his debut. His Dam was unraced. Others make more appeal
  74. MANSOUR DE FLAUZINS – A four-year-old colt by Mared Al Sahra out of Ogheda de Flauzins who is making his debut. His mother was unraced. Tough task on debut
    Summary: A sound winner of his second career start, HILAL (2) stands a good winning chance although he runs on the turf for the first time. Stablemate ALIBABA DU NIL (7) was a surprise 3rd in a Group 3 on debut and could be a nice horse on the making. SKY AMBER KRF (1) was not far behind the former last time out and is worth some consideration. SHAN (3) was a big price winner at Agen and must have more to offer.
    SELECTIONS – HILAL (2) – ALIBABA DU NIL (7) – SKY AMBER KRF (1) – SHAN (3)

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