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$5 Million BYD Quokka Preview
Ascot’s richest sprint is again set to become a battleground between home-ground strength and interstate ambition, with Saturday’s $5 million BYD Quokka offering the locals the chance to defend their turf against a sharp group of raiders flying across the Nullarbor in search of Western Australia’s biggest prize.
Run over 1200 metres at weight-for-age, the Quokka has quickly established itself as a race that demands both class and adaptability, and this year’s field has no shortage of either.
The local brigade has genuine depth, and there is no shortage of horses who know exactly what Ascot sprinting is all about. Rope Them In comes into the race off a timely win in the Roma Cup, where he charged home to edge out Smooth Chino and Oscar’s Fortune, and that result only strengthened his standing as one of the key hopes from the west. Steve Wolfe’s gelding has already proven himself around Ascot, owns strong 1200-metre credentials and looks the sort of horse who can absorb the pressure of a big-race tempo before launching late.
Oscar’s Fortune also gives the locals a serious weapon. Dion Luciani’s sprinter has been a consistent presence in the better short-course races in Perth, winning the Rock Magic first-up before following it with a sound third in the Roma Cup. He has not yet won at 1200 metres, but he has repeatedly shown he belongs in these races and his Ascot record gives him every right to be in the conversation. He is the kind of horse who keeps turning up, keeps giving himself a chance and now gets another crack on the biggest stage in his home state.
Smooth Chino has emerged as one of the more fascinating runners in the race. The lightly raced gelding has built an outstanding record, winning six of his seven starts, and his first-up second in the Roma Cup suggested he has the talent to measure up in open company. He may lack the exposed résumé of some of the more seasoned stars, but his rise has been hard to ignore and the booking of Mark Zahra only adds further interest. If he can reproduce that fresh effort, he could give the locals another genuine reason to believe.
Then there is the established home-state form around horses such as Magnificent Andy, Talkanco and Luana Miss. Magnificent Andy has long been a reliable local performer and gets a soft draw, while Talkanco and Luana Miss bring the three-year-old filly angle and will carry just 54.5 kilograms. Neither has the profile of the main market elects, but both add another layer to a local challenge that is far from one-dimensional.
Still, for all the strength of the west, the eastern states have not come simply to make up the numbers. They are coming for the riches, and they are bringing proper Group 1 form with them. Jigsaw arrives with perhaps the most explosive winning profile in the race, having strung together victories in the McEwen Stakes, Meteorite, Railway Sprint, VOBIS Gold Sprint and most recently the William Reid Stakes. He has built his reputation around speed, aggression and the ability to sustain pressure at a high level, and while barrier 13 is awkward, his racing style ensures there will be no guessing about the plan. He will go forward, make his presence felt and try to break the locals’ hearts.
Caballus also brings heavyweight eastern form. Bjorn Baker’s gelding resumed with a strong second to Joliestar in the Expressway before producing a career-defining victory in the Newmarket Handicap at Flemington. That is elite sprint form, and it makes him one of the obvious threats to the WA defence. He has tactical speed, proven 1200-metre credentials and the sort of profile that says he has come west with a very serious chance of taking the money home.
Rey Magnerio may be an interstate horse on paper, but he is hardly a stranger to Western Australian success. He ran a close third in the Winterbottom before returning to win the Gold Rush at Ascot in December, and that form gives him a slightly different profile from some of the other eastern raiders. He has already handled the trip, he has already succeeded at Ascot and he gets William Pike in the saddle again. That combination alone will make plenty of local punters sit up and take notice.
Spywire and Jedibeel add further depth to the travelling party. Spywire comes off a win in the Discovery at Ballarat and draws ideally in barrier one, while Jedibeel was narrowly beaten in The Galaxy and has enough class to make his presence felt if the race is run to suit. They may not command the same spotlight as Jigsaw or Caballus, but both reinforce just how determined the eastern states challenge is this year.
That is what makes this edition of the Quokka so compelling. The local brigade is not relying on one standout to fend off the raiders. Instead, Western Australia comes armed with a cluster of genuine hopes, horses who know Ascot, know the conditions and know how to perform in the state’s biggest sprint races. Against them stands a powerful eastern assault led by Group 1 winners and proven open-class sprinters prepared to cross the Nullarbor in pursuit of a $2 million first prize.
Whether the west can hold firm or the visitors can pinch the prize, Saturday’s BYD Quokka promises another chapter in the growing interstate rivalry that has helped make the race such a major draw. The locals will back home-track advantage, race familiarity and the depth of their sprinting ranks. The invaders will trust the strength of their elite form and the belief that the riches on offer are worth the long trip west. One way or another, Ascot is set for another sprinting spectacle.
By Scott Bailey

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Sheer Speed Can Take Candy Town Home
The midweek meeting at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth is set to favour horses with natural early speed, as firm track conditions persist before the anticipated seasonal rain. In this context, Candy Town emerges as the headline contender in Race 6 over 1000m. A naturally fast sprinter, she has previously defeated high-class opposition, including the accomplished Questioning, over the same course and distance. Although her career has been interrupted by lengthy breaks, her recent return—finishing a close second to Sardinia Bay—suggests she is nearing peak condition. With race fitness improving and a favourable setup, she is expected to utilise her early pace to full effect.
Her main rival, Elusive Winter, is another speedster but faces a tricky draw that could compromise his early positioning. Despite a weight advantage through jockey bookings, he is worse off at the weights relative to Candy Town based on prior form, which may prove decisive. North Point, though slightly below form recently, remains a capable runner and could rebound, especially returning to a straight track scenario more suited to his strengths.
Elsewhere on the card, Theleia is identified as the standout bet in Race 4 (1400m), having consistently produced strong form and narrowly missed last time. With top jockey engagement, she appears primed to break through. In Race 1, Magma Flow holds the best exposed form and is expected to shed maiden status if reproducing his previous efforts.
Race 3 features an intriguing rematch between From The Island and Hero’s Journey, with the former slightly disadvantaged at the weights despite a recent victory. That result could have implications for Race 5, where Le Concierge drops back in trip and may benefit from sprint conditions.
The later races present competitive matchups. In Race 8, Show Off and Future Free bring contrasting profiles, with the former unlucky in recent outings and the latter possibly better suited to longer distances. Race 7 sees South Of France narrowly preferred over stablemate Peaches And Cream based on recent consistency.
The meeting concludes with Race 9, where Masterofthemoon is tipped to prevail over 2000m if he stays the trip, having shown strong finishing ability in his comeback run.
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Big prize money headlines Saturday’s meeting at Hollywoodbets Greyville, featuring the R5 million Race Coast Sales Big Cap and the R3 million Race Coast Slipper, with an added R100,000 bonus for the Slipper winner.
Justin Snaith, fresh off two Grade 1 victories at Turffontein, looks strongly represented in the Big Cap with Malmesbury Missile. The son of Gimmethegreenlight showed early promise before losing form last season but returned as a gelding with an explosive win in the Grade 3 Byerley Turk. A similar performance should make him hard to beat.
Talk To The Master shapes as the main danger after back-to-back victories and now meets Randolph Hearst on 5.5kg better terms. Tin Tin is an intriguing lightweight contender, unbeaten since shedding his maiden, while Vapour Trail represents Vaughan Marshall’s powerful KZN record despite a tricky draw.
The Slipper looks highly competitive where luck in running may prove decisive. Sean Tarry holds a strong hand headed by Turn It Up, a two-time winner partnered again by Keagan de Melo. Stablemate Red Spice arrives in winning form with Craig Zackey aboard, while Champagne Spice can bounce back after a below-par latest effort. Feature winner Secretary Bird adds further depth to Tarry’s powerful quartet.
One of the best bets on the card could be Questioning in race five. Despite a wide draw, his top-class form suggests he can overcome a big weight. Vihaan’s Web and lightly weighted Jerusalema Rain look the main threats, while poly specialist Good Traveller returns to turf.
The Pick 6 opener appears open, with Amelia’s Legacy, local debutant Tulip Fields, Highveld raider That’s My Baby and well-drawn Miss Ladyaterix all holding claims.
The closing handicaps are competitive. Progressive Beyond All Doubt can follow up his maiden win, though veteran Fostinovo and improving Cowboy Country pose dangers. In the finale, Phutulicious enjoys ideal conditions, while Sign Of Fate, Lunch Money and consistent Definitely Yes all have winning chances in a wide-open finish.
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Short fields but competitive racing await punters at Hollywoodbets Scottsville next Wednesday, where betting moves could prove significant across the nine-race card.
The opener is particularly intriguing as recent winner Green Energy meets Kazenoyoni again. Green Energy, trained by Adam Azzie, improved sharply to win well at his second start and looks progressive. However, Kazenoyoni produced a stunning late surge to score on debut and should improve further over the extra distance. Pink Skies, carrying a light weight after a solid effort behind Master Magician, also has claims.
Race two features several first-timers, but Royal Crest looks progressive despite taking on older rivals, while Winter Blessing, with blinkers reapplied, should be competitive.
In the first leg of the PA, Quest Of Valor has shown promise against his own age group and now meets older horses, while Mastercrafter is expected to improve after a green debut. Consistent Xiphos could finally find the right opportunity.
Roy’s Grace appeals in the Pick 6 opener after two encouraging comeback runs and benefits from a 4kg claim. Greenlight and last-start winner Lilac In Winter look closely matched at the weights.
Peter Muscutt holds a strong hand in race five with Touched By Angels, Dylan’s Champ and Rollo The Viking all holding winning chances, while consistent filly Forward Motion can earn again despite tougher opposition.
Later on, Donquerari’s consistency and a rating drop make him competitive, though recent winner Circumbendibus and lightly raced Position Of Power pose threats.
The staying handicap over 2400m looks wide open, with Star Of The Future expected to improve over the longer trip alongside Basie Raakvat and Mary Read.
Dean Kannemeyer’s lightly raced Gallic Victor can close the meeting on a winning note, with in-form Next Of Kin the main danger.
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The force is with Grant and Des
Jet Force has emerged as an exciting horse to follow after proving he can mix it with top Weight-For-Age performers. His authoritative Listed Jet Master Stakes victory suggests he can make a bold bid in Monday’s Grade 3 Variety Club Stakes over 1600m at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth.
His standout effort came in the Grade 2 Green Point Stakes, finishing close behind Dave The King and just behind future Grade 1 Cape Town Met winner See It Again, while beating Durban July hero The Real Prince home. Despite a tough draw in the Grade 1 L’Ormarins Kings Plate, he held his own, confirming his rise through the ranks. Trainer Des McLachlan has his yard firing, with Grant van Niekerk booked to ride.
Legal Counsel commands respect after pushing See It Again to under a length in the Cape Town Met and looks set for another strong showing before likely heading to Durban for Champions Season. Viva’s Liberte, eye-catching in the Cape Derby after doing the early work, carries a light weight and could be dangerous against older rivals.
In the Listed Sweet Chestnut Stakes, Stormwatch appears at peak fitness after a win and close second in the Prix Du Cap and may prove hard to beat, though Roccapina is better off at the weights and rates a threat.
Among the supporting races, One Spirit is the runner to beat in the opener after a promising debut, while improving filly Shesgotclass can follow up her recent win. Who Is She looks a winner in waiting after an unlucky last run, and La Pulga drops into calmer company over 1800m.
Noble Hero, thriving with two wins from his last three starts, has strong claims again, while Rattlesnake’s inside draw could prove decisive in the finale, with One Liner the main danger.
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South Africa Express Form & Race Previews (Kenilworth) – April 18
RACE BY RACE PREVIEWS: KENILWORTH@2026.04.18
HOLLYWOODBETS KENILWORTH, 18.04.2026, Race 1, Gallops, 1200m, Turf, R140,000, 12:20GMT+2Race Summary: TAG AND RELEASE ran on well in his last start and looks sure to be in the firing line this time, big chance. REDFORD made a decent debut and will be much sharper now after that experience, major contender. RABDAN wasn’t beaten far behind Red Spice in his last start and isn’t a horse to ignore. HAVOC is likely to improve after that decent enough debut run and is one to keep an eye on, he can get much closer. Watch the market for any support on unraced runners.
Selections: #3 TAG AND RELEASE, #7 REDFORD, #1 RABDAN, #5 MADE IN CHELSEA
HOLLYWOODBETS KENILWORTH, 18.04.2026, Race 2, Gallops, 1000m, Turf, R125,000, 12:55GMT+2Race Summary: This contest has some well-bred unraced runners hence it may pay to watch the market for any support. ENTICEMENT has run well in both starts to date and should go very close here. NOBODY’S PERFECT is likely to improve after a decent enough debut and needs to be respected. POLAR EXPEDITION gets Richard Fourie aboard which speaks volumes. She was wasn’t beaten far on debut and with natural improvement to come she will need to be taken seriously. WORLD OF SECRETS is another who is likely to improve after finishing 5 lengths behind the winner on debut, with the eye catching jockey booking of Keagan De Melo she needs to be included in all bets.
Selections: #4 ENTICEMENT, #11 NOBODY’S PERFECT, #12 POLAR EXPEDITION, #6 WORLD OF SECRETS
HOLLYWOODBETS KENILWORTH, 18.04.2026, Race 3, Gallops, 1000m, Turf, R120,000, 13:30GMT+2Race Summary: HEDRIVESMECRAZY ran a cracker in the last start and will be a huge contender here. SICILY is holding consistent form and needs serious consideration, he will be right there. MRS SHACKLETON is capable of getting into the placings. RACHETTU is capable of better compared to the last start, he now drops to the 1000m trip should be in the mix.
Selections: #7 HEDRIVESMECRAZY, #4 SICILY, #6 MRS SHACKLETON, #2 RACHETTU
HOLLYWOODBETS KENILWORTH, 18.04.2026, Race 4, Gallops, 1200m, Turf, R100,000, 14:05GMT+2Race Summary: FUTURE RED has been consistent and will be the firm first selection with Richard Fourie up, she does drop to the 1200m trip this time and a bold showing is expected. BLUE LAGOON is knocking on the door and will be the main danger to the top selection. BEFORE SUNRISE is making progress with every start and needs respect. LUCY’S WORLD is making steady progress and will appreciate the extra 200 this time, don’t ignore.
Selections: #1 FUTURE RED, #5 BLUE LAGOON, #7 BEFORE SUNRISE, #2 LUCY’S WORLD
HOLLYWOODBETS KENILWORTH, 18.04.2026, Race 5, Gallops, 1200m, Turf, R100,000, 14:40GMT+2Race Summary: WINTER PEARL is holding solid form overall, he showed plenty of determination when winning his last start and looks hard to beat. JET A ONE was narrowly beaten by the top selection in his last start and should be right there once again. FORT RED is a game 8 year old, he ran a cracker when finishing third in his last start and a repeat of that will see him finishing in the money once again. BONNE BOUCHE is a very honest type and another good run can be expected with Damyan Pillay aboard.
Selections: #3 WINTER PEARL, #7 JET A ONE, #4 FORT RED, #6 BONNE BOUCHE
HOLLYWOODBETS KENILWORTH, 18.04.2026, Race 6, Gallops, 1800m, Turf, R90,000, 15:15GMT+2Race Summary: LARK’S SONG ran well in her last start, she looks progressive and Andrew Fortune gets on extremely well with the daughter of Querari hence she is the top selection. RED STATE is holding solid form and another decent run is expected. BACKINTHEFASTLANE hasn’t been far in recent starts and can get much closer. ELEGANT NOBLE is very capable on his day and certainly cannot be ignored despite the fact he drops in trip this time.
Selections: #5 LARK’S SONG, #9 RED STATE, #2 BACKINTHEFASTLANE, #13 ELEGANT NOBLE
HOLLYWOODBETS KENILWORTH, 18.04.2026, Race 7, Gallops, 1000m, Turf, R120,000, 15:50GMT+2Race Summary: LYRICAL GANGSTER is holding solid form and will be the firm first choice, he ran a cracker in his last start and will go very close. WINTER PIRATE has shown ability from day one, he won his maiden impressively and looks to have plenty more to come, based on that he could trounce this field. TROIS SEPT HUIT won a gutsy race when exiting the maiden ranks and can go into larger perms. PALACE GIFT gets well with Damyan Pillay and should be included into the quartets.
Selections: #6 LYRICAL GANGSTER, #3 WINTER PIRATE, #4 TROIS SEPT HUIT, #2 PALACE GIFT
HOLLYWOODBETS KENILWORTH, 18.04.2026, Race 8, Gallops, 1500m, Turf, R110,000, 16:25GMT+2Race Summary: AMAYAH goes for three wins on the bounce and could certainly pull it off. She has a decent enough draw and another good run is expected. GIRL MAGIC is another who is holding solid form and will attempt to reel off the hat-trick, she gets Andrew Fortune in the saddle hence she will be a strong contender. APRICITY has a tough draw to deal with but ran well in her last start hence she can’t be ignored. APRIL FOOLS’ DAY is horse that caught the eye when winning her maiden, she gets a good draw this time and it will be no surprise to see her run a cracker.
Selections: #4 AMAYAH, #6 GIRL MAGIC, #9 APRICITY, #2 APRIL FOOLS’ DAY
HOLLYWOODBETS KENILWORTH, 18.04.2026, Race 9, Gallops, 1400m, Turf, R90,000, 17:00GMT+2Race Summary: CHARLIE BUCKET came from a long way back when finishing second in the last start and should be a massive contender here from a good draw. LOVE FROM AFAR ran well in his last start, from a top draw he will have to be included. MERCENARY is holding form but does return after a slight break, he may run well fresh. FERRYMAN was disappointing in his last start, he has scope to go well so cannot be ignored.
Selections: #5 CHARLIE BUCKET, #1 LOVE FROM AFAR, #10 MERCENARY, #3 FERRYMAN
Best Value Bet: #2 April Fools’ Day
Best Longshot: #2 April Fools’ Day
France Express Form & Race Previews (Tarbes/Saint-Cloud) – Friday, April 17
RACE 1: PIERRE DE CASTELBAJAC STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM TARBES RACE 3) – 2300M – TIME: 18:00 PRIZE MONEY: EUR33000
Livawood Pontadour (FR) Beaten just 0.75 lengths in a Condition over 2400m at Mont-De-Marsan on 23 March. That was her first run after an 18-month break and she should improve further. Naxos (FR) Notched up his third successive victory in a Condition over 2400m at Mont-De-Marsan on 23 March. He beat LIVAWOOD PONTADOUR AA (6) last time but may struggle to confirm the form. France Anglo’jac (FR) A well-beaten second in a Condition over 2400m at Toulouse on 11 November. Was taking on strong fields before his break and deserves respect. Mossary (FR) Was well beaten when sixth in a Condition over 2400m at Mont-De-Marsan on 23 March. That was her first run back from a rest and should make some progress.
RACE 2: QATAR PRIX DENOUSTE STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM TARBES RACE 4) – 1500M – TIME: 18:30 PRIZE MONEY: EUR20000
Nobel De Faust (FR) Unraced 3YO colt by AF Albahar out of Njewman mare Faustine De Faust, trained by Francois Rohaut. Her sister, Lueur De Faust, placed in a Group 2 in Doha. Could have ability. Jarash (FR) Encouraging first-up run when finishing third over 1400m. Should improve and strip fitter. Eljas Du Bienn (ITY) Unraced 3YO colt by Muntaser Al Khalediah out of Dormane mare Djaiza Du Bienn, trained by Jean-Francois Bernard. Dam’s first foal to race but comes from a strong training team. Qaaiss (FR) Unraced 3YO colt by Rathowan out of Sire D’Albret mare Najmaah, trained by Bruno de Montzey. Dam competed well at both Group 1 and Group 2.
RACE 3: DOMINIQUE ABADIE CLAIMING STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM TARBES RACE 5) – 1500M – TIME: 19:01 PRIZE MONEY: EUR12500
Rapido Presto (FR) Not reliable but finished fourth in a Handicap at Toulouse over 1600m on 1 March. Can win a race of this nature. Alphabia (IRE) Not reliable and was unplaced in a Handicap at La Testa- du-Buch over 1600m on 1 April. Better judged on her penultimate start and can contest the finish. Agua Vitae (FR) Holding form and finished fourth in a Handicap at La Testa-du-Buch over 1600m on 1 April. Should challenge for top honors. Dorianello (FR) Usually competitive at this level and was third in a Claimer at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 1600m on 27 January. Clearly not out of it.
RACE 4: QATAR PRIX DJEBELLA II STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM TARBES RACE 6) – 1500M – TIME: 19:32 PRIZE MONEY: EUR20000
Al Ghazlaniya (FR) A 3YO filly by TM Fred Texas out of Al Sheeh who is making her debut. Her dam won on debut. Well bred and could score. Tiswahum (FR) A 3YO filly by Al Mamun Monlau out of Mayasa who is making her debut. Her dam won 2 of her 8 starts. Can contest the finish. Badiya (FR) A runner-up on debut in a Condition at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1400m on 27 March. Can go one place better. Lella De La Gloire (FR) A 3YO filly by Al Mourtajez out of Lella Nadia Al Badr who is making her debut. Her dam never raced in France. Could contest the finish.
RACE 5: JEAN PEYTA HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM TARBES RACE 7) – 1500M – TIME: 20:03 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Kohakou (FR) A runner-up in his last four starts, the latest in a Handicap at Toulouse over 1600m on 18 March. Can go one place better. Amusante (IRE) Liked it on the grass and was a winner of a Handicap at Toulouse over 1600m on 18 March. Carries a penalty but can follow up. Bayouqueen (FR) Disappointing this year and finished tenth in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 24 March. Capable of contesting the finish. Free Movement Unreliable and was unplaced in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 2 April. Capable of doing better and is not out of it.
RACE 6: DE MAUBOURGET HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM TARBES RACE 8) – 2100M – TIME: 20:34 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Plutarque Not disgraced when sixth in a Condition at La Testa-du-Buch over 1800m on 1 April. Has claims in this line-up. Persis (FR) Successful in a Condition at La Testa-du-Buch over 1600m on 21 March. Consistent before that and should contest the finish. Modele Absolu (FR) Successful in his last three starts, the latest in a Claimer at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 2000m on 18 February. Can score again. Au Dela Des Mers (FR) Holding form and finished fourth in a Handicap at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1800m on 27 March. Should be competitive in this line-up.
RACE 7: DE CHANTELOUP-LES-VIGNES CLAIMING STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 1) – 900M – TIME: 21:10 PRIZE MONEY: EUR23000
Lamego Placed third on his last run over 900m in a Claimer at this track on 3 April. His experience could be key and he can get off the mark. Naad’in (FR) Nice third on debut at this track over 900m in a Claimer on 19 March. Open to improvement and can be competitive. Mr Say (FR) Two solid runs at this track, second on the latter over 900m in a Claimer on 3 April. Capable of making an impact. Off Spring (FR) Finished sixth on his debut at Lyon Parilly over 900m on 29 March. Can improve from that effort and is worth considering.
RACE 8: PAS DE DEUX MAIDEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 2) – 1600M – TIME: 21:45 PRIZE MONEY: EUR24700
Vegamix (IRE) Nice second on his debut at Chantilly over 1600m on the PSF in a newcomers race on 16 March. Open to improvement and can score on turf debut. Mutant King (IRE) Solid effort to be fourth at this track over 2000m in a Maiden on his second start on 15 March. Looks progressive and holds strong claims. Vernon (FR) Encouraging first-up run when finishing third over 1600m. Should improve and strip fitter. Watch The King (FR) Showed talent to be fourth at Chantilly over 1600m on the PSF in a newcomers race on 16 March. Among the leading chances with progress anticipated.
RACE 9: PARADE D’AMOUR MAIDEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 3) – 1600M – TIME: 22:20 PRIZE MONEY: EUR24700
Assyrie (FR) Placed second over 1800m at Chantilly in a Maiden on her second start on 26 March. Improving and holds strong claims. Amie Amour (IRE) Showed plenty of talent to be second over 1400m at this track in a Maiden on her second start on 10 March. Among the leading chances. Destivelle (FR) Nice debut when third at Chantilly in a Condition at Chantilly on 16 March. Open to plenty of progress and can feature. Graniteville (IRE) Placed fourth on her second run over 1400m at Saint-Cloud on 10 March. She is improving and warrants close attention.
RACE 10: HENRI MATISSE COOLMORE PRIX CLEOPATRE STAKES – GROUP 3 (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 4) – 2100M – TIME: 22:55 PRIZE MONEY: EUR73200
Gilded Prize Unbeaten in two starts, the last win was by 2 lengths over 1800m in a Class 2 at Chantilly on 26 March. Solid contender. Arkansas (FR) Good win in a Listed at this track over 2000m when last seen on 24 March. Hard to rule out of the equation. Blanche De Medicis (IRE) Unplaced last time in a Class 2 behind GILDED PRIZE (1) at Chantilly on 26 March. Capable of getting closer on turf. Turbulente (IRE) Won on debut at Chantilly in February and was a decent third in a Class 2 behind GILDED PRIZE (1) at the same venue on 26 March. Ought to be thereabouts.
RACE 11: TOURBILLON STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 5) – 2400M – TIME: 23:30 PRIZE MONEY: EUR32000
Tonnant (FR) Solid winner of a Handicap at Chantilly on the PSF last time out over 1800m on 30 March. Handles turf and can follow up. Aeronef (IRE) Good winner over 2400m in a Maiden at this track on 24 March when last seen. One to pay close attention to. Salitos (IRE) Nice winner last time out over 2200m at Fontainebleau in a Maiden on 28 February. Live chance of being involved. Van Blutch (FR) Success over 1800m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat in a Class 2 on 25 October last time out. Should be fit and warrants respect.
RACE 12: D’ESTRUVAL STAKES – GROUP 3 (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 6) – 2500M – TIME: 00:05 PRIZE MONEY: EUR32000
Louisa Banbou (FR) Good winner last time over 2400m at this track in a Group 3 on 24 March. Leading chance of scoring. La Viva (FR) Fair effort to be second behind LOUISA BANBOU (1) in a Group 2 at Fontainebleau over 2600m on 22 November. One to pay attention to. Mission Smart (FR) Ran well to be third over the track and trip behind LOUISA BANBOU (1) in a Group 3 on 24 March when last seen. Player. Misty Morning (FR) Two wins and a second from three runs, the latest success over 2400m at Le Lion D’Angers on 8 June. Looks progressive and warrants respect.
RACE 13: DES PYRENEES-ATLANTIQUES HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 7) – 2000M – TIME: 00:40 PRIZE MONEY: EUR21100
Hartwood Man (FR) Nice third last time over 1800m at Chantilly in a Class 3 Handicap on 30 March. Placed form at this track and trip before. Player. Princess Kara (FR) Unplaced last time, third before that over 2400m at Craon in a Class 4 Handicap on 30 November. Live chance. Sijoux (IRE) Three unplaced runs of late, the latter over 1800m at Chantilly in a Class 3 Handicap on 30 March. Capable of making her presence felt. Agatha Senora (FR) Got off the mark last time over 2000m at Compiegne in a Class 3 Handicap on 27 March. Improving and cannot be ruled out.
RACE 14: DES PYRENEES-ORIENTALES HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 8) – 2000M – TIME: 01:15 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Anglesea (FR) Three unplaced runs of late, the latter when eighth at Deauville in a Class 3 Handicap on 7 April. Capable of getting off the mark. Neowise (USA) Fair effort to be fifth last time over 2000m at Compiegne in a Class 3 Handicap on 27 March. One to pay attention to. Mister Jules (FR) Three unplaced runs this year, seventh on the latest over 1800m in a Class 3 Handicap at Chantilly on 3 March. Has eased to a good handicap rating and can bounce back. Summer Flirt (FR) Recent success over 2000m at Compiegne in a Class 4 Handicap on 27 March. Has risen in the weights but should not be ignored.































