France Express Form & Race Previews (Nancy/Toulouse) – Sunday, November 1
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SHALOM (FR) Came home 5th at Lyon-Parilly over 1,600m on 2 Sep tember in a Handicap and a win before that at Deauville in August. Player. INDIAN BELLE (FR) Showed promise and was third at Le Mans over 1,950 m on 5 October in a Maiden on her second start. One to pay close attention to. DWIGHT (FR) Colt by Marianafoot, the dam was unraced in France. Stable runners are well prepared and he is worthy of a market check for clues. RIVERHEIGHT (FR) Finished 7th at Saint-Cloud over 1,600m on 14 October in a Handicap when last seen. He can be on the premises.
DJIN’S (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up at Clairefont aine over 3,700m on 15 July in a Class 3 Conditions Chase. Key player. MARANTAO (FR) Came home 4th at Saint-Cloud over 2,400m on 14 Oct ober in a Claimer. Capable of a bold show. MINUTY (GER) Finished 2nd on her last outing at Baden-Baden (DE U) in a conditions race over 2400m on October 18. Solid each-way claims. MHAIRI (IRE) Filly by Poet’s Word, the dam ran a few times on t he flat. From a good stable that can readya newcomer to strikeon debut.
QUARTZDARGENT (FR) Recent win at Nancy over 2,500m on 11 October in a Class 4 Handicap. He can make his presence felt. SHACKLETON (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up at Longchamp over 2,400m on 13 October in a Class 3 Handicap. Holds leading claims . STELLA MARINA (FR) Fair 5th at Lyon Parilly on her latest start in a Class 4 handicap over 3150m on September 26. Ran we ll over this track in April when second and she can not be overlooked. AFTERGLOW (FR) Finished 4th at Nancy over 2,500m on 11 October in a Class 4 Handicap. Hard to rule out.
ZERO STRESS (IRE) Finished 9th at Longchamp over 1,600m on 13 Septem ber in a Handicap and a fair 2nd previously in August at Deauville. She can be competitive. HELLO VEGA (IRE) Below par when 11th at Fontainebleau over 1,200m on 16 October in a Claimer last time, a win before that over 1400m in a claimer at thistr ack in September. Ought to be in the shake-up. LOVE ADDICT (FR) Victorious at Clairefontaine over 1,400m on 20 Oct ober in a Claimer and can be involved at this finish. MEXICANA (FR) Came home 6th at Compiegne over 1,600m on 24 Septe mber in a Handicap and a previous win at ParisLongchamp over 1600m in September in a handicap. In the mix.
ZARAKIVA (FR) Unplaced at Longchamp over 2,000m on 2 July in a C lass 3 Handicap. Course winner in April and can make her presence felt. ELKABIER (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up at Divonneov er 2,000m on 18 October in a Class 4 and placed 2nd before that. Kn ocking at the door and deserves to get his head in front again. ROUVRAY Second at Compiegne over 1,600m on 9 June in a Cla ss 3 Handicap when last seen. In form and can feature. ANGEL DUST (FR) Third at Vichy over 2,000m on 21 September in a Cl ass 4 Handicap when last appearing. One to keep onside.
SARASTRO (FR) Unplaced at Longchamp over 2,000m on 13 September in a Class 1 Handicap. Can bounce back dropping in class. RUE DE L’ODEON (FR) Outclassed the opposition at Saint-Cloud over 2,00 0m on 14 October in a Class 3 Handicap. Confidence boosting win last time and can be involved. GLORY WOOD (FR) Second at Divonne over 1,700m on 18 October in a Class 4 and a 2nd before that on October 4 at Strasbourg. Player. GRAND TERROIR (FR) Finished 4th at Longchamp over 2,400m on 13 October in a Class 3 Handicap last time. Ought to be in th eshake-up.
VALDERRAMA (FR) Knocking very hard at the door and was runner-up a t Marseille Pont De Vivaux over 2,000m on 7 October in a Class 3. Can go one place better. WITE TOAST (IRE) In good form and finished 3rd at this course over 2,200m on 23 September in a Handicap. Can fight out the finish once again. ANAGRAMME (FR) Unreliable and was unplaced at Marseille-Borely over 1,700m on 12 Octo ber in a Maiden. Capable of doing better and is not out of it. OVER GROUND (FR) Still improving and was runner-up at this trackov er 1,600m on 30 September in a Handicap. Can challe nge for top honours once again.
GENEVA (FR) Has won at this level and came home 6th at Longchamp over 2,000m on 4 October. Capable of bouncing back to score. MONEER (FR) Very consistent and was fourth in a Group 1 at Dea uville over 2,000m on 4 August. Should fight out the finish once again. MAQBOOL (FR) Not reliable and was 8th in a Group 1 at ParisLong champ over 2000mk on 4 October. Capable of doing bettera nd could be a threat. WALA’A (FR) In good shape and finished fourth in a a Group 2 at this course over 2000m on 21 May. Re turns froma break but is not out of it.
DRACO (FR) In good shape and came home 4th at Deauville over 1,500m on 21 October in a Class 3 Handicap. Capable of winninga race of this nature. EL PROFESSOR CHOP (FR) In very good shape and finished 2nd at Marseille Pont De Vivaux over 1,500m on 7 October i n a Class 4. Can go one place better. GRIS DE PERLES (FR) Came home 6th over this track and trip on 9 October in a Class 4 Handicap. Capable of doing better and might make the frame. OCEAN (FR) Disappointing last run when 14th over this course and distance on 9 October in a Class 4 Handicap. In good form before that and is not out of it.
NEILA AL MAURY (FR) Returned to form and was fourth in a Group 1 at Sa int-Cloud over 2,000m on 2 October. Can bet these rivals if reproducing thatp erformance. MNEEF A (FR) Outclassed the opposition at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1,600m on 12 September. Showed improve ment and could be a threat. ALMAHA (FR) Not disgraced when 5th in a Group 1 at Saint-Cloud over 2,000m on 2 Oc tober. Can challenge for top honours this time. ZANOBIA (FR) Successful in her second start in a Conditions race at this course over 2,100m on 9 October. Drops in distance but is not out of it.
SECULIER (FR) Not reliable and finished 7th at Bordeaux-Le Bousc at over 2,400m on 20 October in a Class 4 Handicap. Successful before that and can sc ore again. READY TO GO (FR) Finished 8th at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 2,400m on 20 October in a Class 4 Handicap. Ca pable of better and can win dropping to this divisi on. ARGYRON (IRE) In good shape and was second in a Claimer at Jarnac over 2,500m on 11 October in a Class 4. Can go one place better. ALGECIRAS (FR) Not reliable and finished 6th at Strasbourg over 2 ,350m on 20 September in a Class 4 Handicap. Capable of making the frame.
SPAREO (FR) Not disgraced when fourth in a Group 1 at Saint-Cl oud over 2000m on 2 October. Should makea bold bid at beating these rivals. SAAD AL CHAM (FR) Successful on debut in a Conditions race at thisc ourse over 2,100m on 16 September. Can get involved with the finish once again. WATHAB (FR) Threatening to score when 2nd in a Conditions race at this course over 2,100m on 16 Se ptember. Can go one place better. NADAU DE FAUST (FR) Victorious on debut in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 2 September. Can follow up.
HALANDJILA (FR) Not reliable and finished 6th at Tarbes over 2,300 m on 18 October. Successful over this track and trip before that and can bounce back to score. HYDE POMP ADOUR (FR) Not disgraced when third in a Conditions race over this course and distance on 16 September. Should contest the finish. IDEAL DE CAJUS (FR) Remains in good shape and came home 4th at Dax over 2,300m on 2 Oct ober. Can get involved with the finish once again. HORIZON DE TANUES (FR) Did not show his best when unplaced in a Conditions race at Dax over 2,300m on 2 October. Capable of much better and could make the frame.
RACE 1: PRIX MONASTIR MAIDEN STAKES (2YO) (FROM NANCY RACE 2) – 2000M | TIME: 18:59 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 14600
RACE 2: PRIX SATURNE (ASSO AVENIR) MAIDEN STAKES (3YO+) (FROM NANCY RACE 4) – 3000M | TIME: 20:03 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 11900
RACE 3: PRIX DE LUNEVILLE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM NANCY RACE 5) – 3000M | TIME: 20:40 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 16300
RACE 4: PRIX LEONCE DE SCITIVAUX DE GREISCHE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM NANCY RACE 6) – 1400M | TIME: 21:15 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 16300
RACE 5: PRIX DU SQUARE DE LIEGE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM NANCY RACE 7) – 2000M | TIME: 21:50 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 15400
RACE 6: PRIX RACE AND CARE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM NANCY RACE 8) – 2000M | TIME: 22:33 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
RACE 7: PRIX HOURS AFTER STAKES (3YO) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 1) – 2000M | TIME: 23:10 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 13700
RACE 8: FRENCH ARABIAN BREEDERS’ CHALLENGE CLASSIC – WATHBA STALLIONS (ARAB GROUP 1) (4YO+) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 2) – 2200M | TIME: 23:45 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 50000
RACE 9: PRIX COLONEL NOE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 3) – 1400M | TIME: 00:20 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 16300
RACE 10: PRIX HAYYAN (ARAB GROUP 2) (3YO) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 4) – 1600M | TIME: 01:07 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 30000
RACE 11: PRIX PIERRE DE CASTELBAJAC CLAIMING HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 5) – 2400M | TIME: 01:43 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 11500
RACE 12: PRIX MUSHRAE (ARAB GROUP 3) (3YO) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 6) – 1600M | TIME: 02:16 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 25000
RACE 13: PRIX DE LA GIRONDE STAKES (4YO+) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 7) – 2400M | TIME: 02:48 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 18000
France Express Form & Race Previews (Angers/Deauville) – Saturday, October 31
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RACE 1: PRIX TELLO MAIDEN STAKES (2YO) (FROM ANGERS RACE 4) – 2000M | TIME: 18:46 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21000
VICTORSTRUNG (FR) Has some fair form and finished fifth in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 14 October. Should contest the finish. PRINCE DES DUCS (FR) A two-year-old gelding by Le Brivido out of Drawins Rhea who is making debut. Dam never raced in France. Could be a lively danger. FOOTING (FR) A two-year-old colt by Marianafoot out of Annaway who is making debut. Dam was unraced in France. Could be a threat. NO PREVISTO (FR) A two-year-old gelding by Wooded out of Kazeema who is making debut. Dam was unraced in France. Might make the frame.
RACE 2: PRIX LA KOUMIA MAIDEN STAKES (2YO) (FROM ANGERS RACE 5) – 2000M | TIME: 19:18 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21000
TOKYO DREAMS (FR) Showed some improvement second time out when runner-up in a Maiden at Lyon- Parilly over 1600m on 6 October. Can go one place better with further improvement. CHESTER LIGHT (FR) Threatening a victory after consecutive runner-up, the latter when in a Maiden at Compiegne over 2000m on 9 October. Can go one place better. CHAMPAGNE SUNSET (IRE) Improving and finished fourth second time out in a Maiden at Chantilly over 1600m on 10 October. Can be more competitive this time. SISMIQUE (USA) A two-year-old filly by Nathaniel out of Tasmania who is making debut. Dam won once and was runner-up in a Group 1. Can be a threat.
RACE 3: HANDICAP DE LA MAINE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM ANGERS RACE 6) – 4000M | TIME: 19:50 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
BIG FIVE Has won six of seven starts, the latest in a Class 4 Condition at Nort-sur-Erdre over 2400m on 4 October. Quite capable of scoring again stepping up in distance. ORION ROCK (FR) Unreliable and was only ninth in a Class 4 Claimer at Deauville over 2400m on 5 October. Successful before that and can bounce back to score. ANDOUINS (FR) Has only been modest of late and finished sixth in a Handicap at ParisLongchamp over 3000m on 18 October. Has a chance over this distance. EL CANEY Unreliable and was only seventh in a Claimer at Deauville over 2400m on 5 October. Tries a much longer distance and might make the frame.
RACE 4: PRIX RABELAIS HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM ANGERS RACE 7) – 2300M | TIME: 20:22 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 13400
RIGEL (FR) Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up at Deauville over 2400m in a Class 4 Handicap on 5 October. Can go one place better. GOOD MEMORY (FR) Not disgraced when fifth at ParisLongchamp over 2400m in a Class 4 Handicap on 13 October. Can get into the thick of things this time around. STORMY NIGHT (FR) Unplaced at ParisLongchamp over 2400m in a Class 4 Handicap on 13 October. Clearly capable of doing better and could make the frame. BELLA CIAO (FR) Not disgraced when fifth at Chantilly over 1800m in a Class 3 Handicap on 7 October. Capable of better and can get involved with the finish.
RACE 5: PRIX NONOALCO MAIDEN STAKES – AWT (2YO) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 1) – 1300M | TIME: 20:58 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 27400
STORM RUN (FR) Good third in a Maiden over 1400m at Compiegne on 10 July. Returns after a minor break but can run well fresh. NO TIE (FR) Furnished up into third in a Maiden over 1400m at Baden Baden on 16 October. Each-way chance. CALYX EXPRESS (FR) Solid second in a Maiden over 1400m at Chantilly on 7 October. In with a winning shout with improvement likely. EAST AND WEST (FR) Better effort into third in a Maiden over 1300m at Craon on 28 September. Include in all plays.
RACE 6: PRIX LA BAMBA MAIDEN STAKES – AWT (2YO) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 2) – 1300M | TIME: 21:33 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 27400
DIVINA FE (IRE) Admirable fifth in a Group 2 over 1400m at Deauville on 23 August. Good winning chance. ASIAH (FR) Better effort into third in a Maiden over 1600m at Chantilly on 23 September. Each-way chance. SNEJINSKHA (FR) Hearty seventh on debut in a Maiden over 1500m at Saint-Cloud on 18 September. Can make the necessary improvement. WONDER BAILEYS (FR) Pleasing fourth in a Maiden over 1200m at Chantilly on 15 October. Place chance on overall form.
RACE 7: PRIX DU PAYS DE BRAY HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 3) – 1900M | TIME: 22:15 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 52800
MISTER BLACK (FR) Pleasing third in a Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 8 October. Strong winning chance. VICTORY PACE (IRE) Consecutive second in a Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 8 October. Each-way chance. PALM SPRINGS (FR) Decent fourth in a Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 25 September. Place chance on form. AMIE AMOUR (IRE) Good second in a Handicap over 1800m at Chantilly on 15 October. Include in all plays.
RACE 8: PRIX ZEDDAAN LISTED STAKES – AWT (2YO) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 4) – 1400M | TIME: 22:50 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 54900
VIGNELLI (FR) Delivered a credible third in a Group 2 over 1200m at Chantilly on 10 October. Strong winning chance. ROSZAL (FR) Broke the maiden spell in a Class 3 Condition over 1200m at Saint-Cloud on 29 May. Can run well here. MOONDANCE (FR) Decent fourth in a Group 3 over 1200m at Chantilly on 19 September. Each-way chance on form. AMETIS CHOPE (FR) Good post-maiden into second in a Class 2 Condition over 1200m at Saint-Cloud on 25 September. Can place.
RACE 9: PRIX LODD BY CHLOE STAKES – AWT (4YO+) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 5) – 1900M | TIME: 23:25 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 14600
SCREEN SHOT (FR) Came home sixth at Nancy over 2400m in a Class 3 Handicap on 11 October. Should go better against this bunch. COSMO BEAU (FR) Outclassed the opposition at Lyon-La Soie over 1800m in a Class 4 on 23 October. Has a realistic chance of confirming form. GOLFEUR Showed promise and was third at Deauville over 1800m in a Class 4 on 5 October. Better than COSMO BEAU (2) last time and warrants each-way consideration. SEPTIMUS (FR) Not disgraced when third at Saint-Cloud over 2000m in a Class 3 Handicap on 14 October. Can make the frame.
RACE 10: PRIX IRISH RIVER LISTED STAKES – AWT (3YO+) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 6) – 1400M | TIME: 00:00 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 47600
NO LUNCH (IRE) Finished fourth in a Group 1 at Deauville over 1600m on 16 August. Can close it out against this bunch. MOUNT ATHOS Came home sixth at Thirsk, Great Britain over 1400m in a Handicap on 10 April. Should compete if fit enough. PALMAR BAY (FR) Not disgraced when third at Chester, Great Britain over 1400m in a Handicap on 2 August. Can be competitive here. FERRARI FEVER (FR) Successful at Chantilly over 1400m in a Class 1 on 10 October. Not lacking in confidence and can perform well.
RACE 11: PRIX DU PAYS DE CAUX HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 7) – 1900M | TIME: 00:35 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 26900
TOCOA (FR) Outclassed the opposition at Chantilly over 1800m in a Handicap on 15 October. Has every chance of repeating. SAMOR Came home fourth at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m in a Maiden on 6 October. Showed progress recently and can compete. ELUSIVE WAY (FR) Came home seventh at Saint-Cloud over 2000m in a Handicap on 8 October. Should fancy the drop in trip here. BACHEROVKA (FR) Runner-up at Chantilly over 1800m in a Handicap on 15 October. Behind TOCOA (1) last time and could compete again.
RACE 12: PRIX DU PLATEAU DE LA MADRIE HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 8) – 1900M | TIME: 01:10 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
RITMICA Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Handicap at Deauville over 1800m on 27 August. Will go close again. ICE CRACKER (FR) Came home ninth at Chantilly over 1800m in a Handicap on 15 October. Can bounce back to challenge here. NAZGUL BLOU (FR) Moderate eighth in a Divided Handicap at Chantilly over 1800m on 15 October. Capable of producing better. VIENNA’S PRIDE (FR) Finished seventh at Chantilly over 1800m in a Handicap on 15 October. Could fare better against this bunch.
RACE 13: PRIX DU BRAY NORMAND HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 9) – 1900M | TIME: 01:48 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 17000
BROMUS (FR) In good form and finished third at Fontainebleau over 2200m in a Handicap on 16 October. Should be right there at the finish. TOMOE GOZEN (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up at Chantilly over 1800m in a Handicap on 15 October. Can go one place better. PETITE ABEILLE (IRE) Outclassed the opposition at Chantilly over 1800m in a Handicap on 15 October. Much improved from penultimate run and can remain competitive. PRESSURE TEST (IRE) Finished fourth at ParisLongchamp over 1600m in a Handicap on 13 September. Steady improvement and can earn.
RACE 1: PRIX TELLO MAIDEN STAKES (2YO) (FROM ANGERS RACE 4) – 2000M | TIME: 18:46 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21000
VICTORSTRUNG (FR) Has some fair form and finished fifth in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on 14 October. Should contest the finish. PRINCE DES DUCS (FR) A two-year-old gelding by Le Brivido out of Drawins Rhea who is making debut. Dam never raced in France. Could be a lively danger. FOOTING (FR) A two-year-old colt by Marianafoot out of Annaway who is making debut. Dam was unraced in France. Could be a threat. NO PREVISTO (FR) A two-year-old gelding by Wooded out of Kazeema who is making debut. Dam was unraced in France. Might make the frame.
RACE 2: PRIX LA KOUMIA MAIDEN STAKES (2YO) (FROM ANGERS RACE 5) – 2000M | TIME: 19:18 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21000
TOKYO DREAMS (FR) Showed some improvement second time out when runner-up in a Maiden at Lyon- Parilly over 1600m on 6 October. Can go one place better with further improvement. CHESTER LIGHT (FR) Threatening a victory after consecutive runner-up, the latter when in a Maiden at Compiegne over 2000m on 9 October. Can go one place better. CHAMPAGNE SUNSET (IRE) Improving and finished fourth second time out in a Maiden at Chantilly over 1600m on 10 October. Can be more competitive this time. SISMIQUE (USA) A two-year-old filly by Nathaniel out of Tasmania who is making debut. Dam won once and was runner-up in a Group 1. Can be a threat.
RACE 3: HANDICAP DE LA MAINE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM ANGERS RACE 6) – 4000M | TIME: 19:50 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
BIG FIVE Has won six of seven starts, the latest in a Class 4 Condition at Nort-sur-Erdre over 2400m on 4 October. Quite capable of scoring again stepping up in distance. ORION ROCK (FR) Unreliable and was only ninth in a Class 4 Claimer at Deauville over 2400m on 5 October. Successful before that and can bounce back to score. ANDOUINS (FR) Has only been modest of late and finished sixth in a Handicap at ParisLongchamp over 3000m on 18 October. Has a chance over this distance. EL CANEY Unreliable and was only seventh in a Claimer at Deauville over 2400m on 5 October. Tries a much longer distance and might make the frame.
RACE 4: PRIX RABELAIS HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM ANGERS RACE 7) – 2300M | TIME: 20:22 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 13400
RIGEL (FR) Knocking hard at the door and was runner-up at Deauville over 2400m in a Class 4 Handicap on 5 October. Can go one place better. GOOD MEMORY (FR) Not disgraced when fifth at ParisLongchamp over 2400m in a Class 4 Handicap on 13 October. Can get into the thick of things this time around. STORMY NIGHT (FR) Unplaced at ParisLongchamp over 2400m in a Class 4 Handicap on 13 October. Clearly capable of doing better and could make the frame. BELLA CIAO (FR) Not disgraced when fifth at Chantilly over 1800m in a Class 3 Handicap on 7 October. Capable of better and can get involved with the finish.
RACE 5: PRIX NONOALCO MAIDEN STAKES – AWT (2YO) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 1) – 1300M | TIME: 20:58 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 27400
STORM RUN (FR) Good third in a Maiden over 1400m at Compiegne on 10 July. Returns after a minor break but can run well fresh. NO TIE (FR) Furnished up into third in a Maiden over 1400m at Baden Baden on 16 October. Each-way chance. CALYX EXPRESS (FR) Solid second in a Maiden over 1400m at Chantilly on 7 October. In with a winning shout with improvement likely. EAST AND WEST (FR) Better effort into third in a Maiden over 1300m at Craon on 28 September. Include in all plays.
RACE 6: PRIX LA BAMBA MAIDEN STAKES – AWT (2YO) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 2) – 1300M | TIME: 21:33 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 27400
DIVINA FE (IRE) Admirable fifth in a Group 2 over 1400m at Deauville on 23 August. Good winning chance. ASIAH (FR) Better effort into third in a Maiden over 1600m at Chantilly on 23 September. Each-way chance. SNEJINSKHA (FR) Hearty seventh on debut in a Maiden over 1500m at Saint-Cloud on 18 September. Can make the necessary improvement. WONDER BAILEYS (FR) Pleasing fourth in a Maiden over 1200m at Chantilly on 15 October. Place chance on overall form.
RACE 7: PRIX DU PAYS DE BRAY HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 3) – 1900M | TIME: 22:15 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 52800
MISTER BLACK (FR) Pleasing third in a Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 8 October. Strong winning chance. VICTORY PACE (IRE) Consecutive second in a Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 8 October. Each-way chance. PALM SPRINGS (FR) Decent fourth in a Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 25 September. Place chance on form. AMIE AMOUR (IRE) Good second in a Handicap over 1800m at Chantilly on 15 October. Include in all plays.
RACE 8: PRIX ZEDDAAN LISTED STAKES – AWT (2YO) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 4) – 1400M | TIME: 22:50 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 54900
VIGNELLI (FR) Delivered a credible third in a Group 2 over 1200m at Chantilly on 10 October. Strong winning chance. ROSZAL (FR) Broke the maiden spell in a Class 3 Condition over 1200m at Saint-Cloud on 29 May. Can run well here. MOONDANCE (FR) Decent fourth in a Group 3 over 1200m at Chantilly on 19 September. Each-way chance on form. AMETIS CHOPE (FR) Good post-maiden into second in a Class 2 Condition over 1200m at Saint-Cloud on 25 September. Can place.
RACE 9: PRIX LODD BY CHLOE STAKES – AWT (4YO+) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 5) – 1900M | TIME: 23:25 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 14600
SCREEN SHOT (FR) Came home sixth at Nancy over 2400m in a Class 3 Handicap on 11 October. Should go better against this bunch. COSMO BEAU (FR) Outclassed the opposition at Lyon-La Soie over 1800m in a Class 4 on 23 October. Has a realistic chance of confirming form. GOLFEUR Showed promise and was third at Deauville over 1800m in a Class 4 on 5 October. Better than COSMO BEAU (2) last time and warrants each-way consideration. SEPTIMUS (FR) Not disgraced when third at Saint-Cloud over 2000m in a Class 3 Handicap on 14 October. Can make the frame.
RACE 10: PRIX IRISH RIVER LISTED STAKES – AWT (3YO+) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 6) – 1400M | TIME: 00:00 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 47600
NO LUNCH (IRE) Finished fourth in a Group 1 at Deauville over 1600m on 16 August. Can close it out against this bunch. MOUNT ATHOS Came home sixth at Thirsk, Great Britain over 1400m in a Handicap on 10 April. Should compete if fit enough. PALMAR BAY (FR) Not disgraced when third at Chester, Great Britain over 1400m in a Handicap on 2 August. Can be competitive here. FERRARI FEVER (FR) Successful at Chantilly over 1400m in a Class 1 on 10 October. Not lacking in confidence and can perform well.
RACE 11: PRIX DU PAYS DE CAUX HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 7) – 1900M | TIME: 00:35 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 26900
TOCOA (FR) Outclassed the opposition at Chantilly over 1800m in a Handicap on 15 October. Has every chance of repeating. SAMOR Came home fourth at Lyon-Parilly over 2000m in a Maiden on 6 October. Showed progress recently and can compete. ELUSIVE WAY (FR) Came home seventh at Saint-Cloud over 2000m in a Handicap on 8 October. Should fancy the drop in trip here. BACHEROVKA (FR) Runner-up at Chantilly over 1800m in a Handicap on 15 October. Behind TOCOA (1) last time and could compete again.
RACE 12: PRIX DU PLATEAU DE LA MADRIE HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 8) – 1900M | TIME: 01:10 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
RITMICA Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Handicap at Deauville over 1800m on 27 August. Will go close again. ICE CRACKER (FR) Came home ninth at Chantilly over 1800m in a Handicap on 15 October. Can bounce back to challenge here. NAZGUL BLOU (FR) Moderate eighth in a Divided Handicap at Chantilly over 1800m on 15 October. Capable of producing better. VIENNA’S PRIDE (FR) Finished seventh at Chantilly over 1800m in a Handicap on 15 October. Could fare better against this bunch.
RACE 13: PRIX DU BRAY NORMAND HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 9) – 1900M | TIME: 01:48 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 17000
BROMUS (FR) In good form and finished third at Fontainebleau over 2200m in a Handicap on 16 October. Should be right there at the finish. TOMOE GOZEN (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up at Chantilly over 1800m in a Handicap on 15 October. Can go one place better. PETITE ABEILLE (IRE) Outclassed the opposition at Chantilly over 1800m in a Handicap on 15 October. Much improved from penultimate run and can remain competitive. PRESSURE TEST (IRE) Finished fourth at ParisLongchamp over 1600m in a Handicap on 13 September. Steady improvement and can earn.
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RACE 1: PRESTIGE VEHICLES HANDICAP (DIV 1) (4) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 1) – 1207M | TIME: 19:20 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 12500
CARAGIO (IRE) Held in mid-division, moved right over 200m out, led inside final 200m, won by 0.75 lengths at Kempton 1200m Handicap in October. SPACE PARTY (IRE) Chased leaders, ridden 400m out, challenged in final 200m, finished 3rd, 0.75 lengths behind Robert Anstruther at Newmarket 1200m Handicap in October. SIXTYGEESBABY (IRE) Raced far side, slow start, improved over 400m out, ridden over 200m, finished 3rd, 3 lengths behind winner at Redcar 1200m Handicap in September. ALMARADA PRINCE (IRE) Led throughout, pushed entering final 200m, won by neck at Pontefract 1200m Handicap, beating Start Me Up in October.
RACE 2: PRESTIGE VEHICLES HANDICAP (DIV 2) (4) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 2) – 1207M | TIME: 19:50 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 12500
DASHING DICK (IRE) Prominent chased over 600m, kept on well, finished 2nd, 3.5 lengths behind winner Irish Nectar at Leicester 1200m Handicap in October . WODAO (FR) Chased leaders, pushed halfway, no real impression , finished 4th, 4.5 lengths behind Fenlander at Leicester 1000m Handicap in October. L YRA LEA In mid-division, limited room from 400m out, switched left, kept on inside final 200m, finished 4th, 2.25 lengths behind winner at 1200m Handicap in October. BACK TO ME (IRE) Held up center, ridden 600m out, weakened 200m out , finished 9th, 8 lengths behind Bintola at Newmarket 1400m Handicap in October.
RACE 3: COLOGNE’S 65 PREIS VON EUROPA BRITISH EBF FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (GBB RACE) (3) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 3) – 1408M | TIME: 20:25 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 12000
SO THIS IS LOVE Dubawi filly out of Love Is You. IBTEKAR (IRE) Slow start, raced last, moved right 400m out, gained 2nd, strong finish but lost 2nd, finished 3rd, 1.5 lengths behind winner at 1400m in October. PALACE ROSE (IRE) Palace Pier filly out of Netherton. NEXT BEST Held up last, eager, improved over 400m out, finished 3rd, 2.75 lengths behind winner at Bath 1600m Novice Stakes in September.
RACE 4: DUSSELDORF’S HENKEL 169 GERMAN OAKS HANDICAP (3) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 4) – 1609M | TIME: 21:05 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 20000
FORT ROCK Disputed lead, pushed 600m out, lost position, rallied 200m out, finished 2nd, neck behind Spanish Voice at Newmarket 1600m Handicap in June. LIGHTING THUNDER Raced keenly, midfield, led 400m out, hung left, held on to win at Nottingham 1600m Novice Stakes by head over Romanticizing in May. BEAGLE BAY (FR) Midfield, driven at 600m out, steady progress at 400m, no real impression, finished 5th, 10 lengths behind winner at York 1600m Handicap in October. SUPIDO (FR) Wore hood, midfield, ridden 400m out, strong finish, finished 3rd, 2 lengths behind Naval Light at Goodwood 1600m Handicap in October.
RACE 5: HORRIS HILL STAKES (GROUP 3) (G3) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 5) – 1408M | TIME: 21:40 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 50000
BENGAL TIGER (IRE) Prominent led 400m out, won comfortably over 1200m at Doncaster, beating Hi Corbett Court by 3.5 lengths in October. ACCUMULATION (IRE) Led early, improved to lead 300m out, won at Leopardstown 1400m Novice Stakes by 2 lengths over Imposing in October. CITY OF GOLD Tracked leader after 400m, 2nd at 800m, led inside final 200m, won by head over Admired Beauty at Leopardstown 1700m Handicap in October. JASSAS Led, pressed until 600m out, headed at 400m, kept pace but no extra, finished last, 4.5 lengths behind Darkness Falls over 1400m Group 1 in October.
RACE 6: BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF MONTROSE FILLIES’ STAKES (FILLIES’ LISTED) (LR) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 6) – 1609M | TIME: 22:10 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 55000
HAVEN (IRE) Chased leaders, led 400m out, headed last 100m, finished 1 length 2nd to Musical Times at Newmarket 1600m Group 1 in October. SIZZLING AFFAIR (IRE) Midfield, advanced over 400m out, led with 200m to go, won comfortably by 3.5 lengths at Haydock 1400m 2YO Filly Novice Stakes in September. HALDON PIER Raced 2nd, challenged over 400m, led inside final 200m, won 16 00m 2YO Filly Maiden at Sandown by short head in September. SO LOVELY (USA) Finished 5th, 1.75 lengths behind Green Empress in 1600m 2YO Filly Group 1 at ParisLongchamp in October.
RACE 7: GERMAN GROUP ONE RACECOURSES JAMES SEYMOUR STAKES (LISTED) (LR) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 7) – 2012M | TIME: 22:44 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 60000
WHITE BIRCH Held up rear, ridden 400m out, improved 200m out, finished 3rd, 0.75 lengths behind Tenability at Windsor 2200m Listed Stakes in August . GREY CUBAN Led from start, wore red hood, pushed strongly in final 200m, won decisively at York 2000m Handicap, beating St Anton by 0.5 lengths in October. NAHRAAN Led early, wore hood, ridden over last 200m, headed inside final 20 0m, finished 3rd, 2 lengths behind Cerro Blanco at Sandown 1600m Listed Stakes in September. SEA SCOUT (IRE) Mid-pack, challenged 400m out, led 200m out, weakened final 200m, finished 5th, 3.5 lengths behind Tenability at Windsor 2200m in August.
RACE 8: IDEE 158. GERMAN DERBY IN HAMBURG NURSERY (5) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 8) – 1811M | TIME: 23:23 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 12500
UNDER ARREST Held up behind leaders, ridden over 400m out, rallied past 200m to finish 3rd, 3 lengths behind winner at Pontefract 1600m in October. MAGICAL LIFE Started rear, moved up inside from 600m out, finished 2nd, 2.25 lengths behind Kaito at Bath 1600m Handicap in October. PRINCESS LOTTIE Dropped to last early, pushed 600m out, improved over 200m, finished 4th, 3.5 lengths behind winner at Nottingham 1600m Maiden Stakes in October. BISCAYSIAN (FR) Wore hood, close to leaders, pressured 600m out, faded last 200m, finished 6th, 7 lengths behind Able Tasman at Bath 1600m 2YO Novice Stakes in September .
RACE 9: MUNICH’S ALLIANZ-GROSSER PREIS VON BAYERN HANDICAP (4) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 9) – 1408M | TIME: 23:58 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 12500
KENNINGTON Chased leaders, led with 200m to go, drew clear to win comfortably by 2.5 lengths at Newmarket 1400m Handicap in October. DWINDLING FUNDS Wore red hood, tracked mid-division, moved up 600m out, finished 2nd, 4.5 lengths behind Callianassa at York 1600m Handicap in October. TEX (FR) Awkward start, midfield, ridden over 400m out, carried right over 200m out, kept same pace, finished 8th, 8 lengths behind winner at Ascot 1400m Handicap in October. GEORGE WICKHAM (IRE) Slow start, stayed rear on stands side, ridden 400m out, strong finish final 200m, finished 2nd by 0.75 lengths at Newmarket 1400m Handicap in October.
RACE 10: ARC ALL WEATHER BONUS IS BACK HANDICAP (DIV 2) (6) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 2) – 1621M | TIME: 00:35 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 7200
LILI MARLEEN (GER) Raced wide, led over 200m out, held on bravely to win by a head at Southwell 1600m Handicap in October. BLUE SAMUNA (IRE) Near rear, moved left, gained headway over 200m out, finished 4th, 3 lengths behind Lili Marleen in 1600m Handicap in October. MYTHICAL ISLE (IRE) Mid-pack, pushed well over 200m out, no clear run, finished 3rd, 3 lengths behind Typeface in 1800m Handicap at Wolverhampton in October. KONDRATIEV WAVE (IRE) Handy, pushed over 400m out, faded over 200m out, finished 9th, 8 lengths behind Portman Blue at Kempton 1400m Handicap in October.
RACE 11: ALL-WEATHER CHAMPIONSHIP IS BACK NURSERY (GBBPLUS RACE) (3) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 3) – 1621M | TIME: 01:05 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 15000
NATIONAL HONOUR (IRE) Raced 3rd, moved left, led 200m out, headed, rallied inside final 200m, finished 2nd by a nose to Scienza over 1400m at Doncaster in October. TALAMON (USA) Quick start, led early, pushed 400m out, overtaken late, finished 2nd, 0.5 lengths behind Votadini at Kempton 1600m in September. DANDYMAN DAN (IRE) Led early, headed 400m out, weakened to finish 6th, 7 lengths behind Forbidden Fire at Doncaster 1400m in September. DRUM BAY Held mid-division, weakened over final 200m, finished last, 33 lengths behind winner at Sandown 1600m Handicap in September.
RACE 12: AW TRAILS DAY – LINGFIELD 2ND JAN 2027 FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (GBB RACE) (4) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 4) – 1621M | TIME: 01:40 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 10000
ALWAYS SUNNY (IRE) Started near rear, improved 600m out, led 400m out , hampered over 200m out, finished 2nd by 0.75 lengths over Noozhaa at Newcastle 1600m in October. STAR MIRAGE (USA) Led, hampered by loose horse, lost lead 400m out, kept on to finish 3rd, 1.75 lengths behind Noozhaa over 1600m at Newcastle in October. BAANDEE Led early wearing hood, pushed over 400m out, ridden and headed 200m out, finished 2nd, 3.5 lengths behind Fashion People at Yarmouth 1400m Novice Stakes in April. ESPRESSONA SIGNORA Slow start, stayed rear, some progress inside final 200m, never close, finished 5 th, 12 lengths behind Wadooda at Kempton 1600m Novice Stakes in October.
RACE 13: MIDNITE AIN’T YOUR GRANDAD’S BOOKIE HANDICAP (2) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 5) – 1621M | TIME: 02:15 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 30000
PORTCULLIS Wore hood, slow start, tracked leaders, pushed past 400m out, led over 200m, ran well to win 1600m Novice Stakes at York in May. MURASHAH (IRE) Held up, strong finish to lead 400m out, won easily by 4 lengths over His Finest Hour at Ripon 1600m Handicap in August. CHANTILLY LACE (IRE) Mid-division, pushed over 400m out, no progress, finished 5th, 11 lengths behind Jancis at Newmarket 1800m Fillies Group 2 Stakes in May. TWO TEMPTING (IRE) Soon raced 2nd, led 400m out, headed 200m out, weakened last 100m, finished 5th, 4.5 lengths behind Tribal Chief at Goodwood 1600m Handicap in September.
RACE 14: AWC FINALS DAY AT NEWCASTLE 26TH MARCH EBF ‘CONFINED’ RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (GBB RACE) (5) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 6) – 1222M | TIME: 02:50 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 8000
PALMS OASIS Mid-division, steady progress over 400m out, ridden under 400m out, ran on final 100m, finished 2nd, 1.5 lengths behind Fully Stocked at 1200m in October. CHAPEL DOWN Raced freely, tracked leaders, maintained pace in final 200m, finished 2nd, 3.5 lengths behind winner My Boo Boo at Brighton 1200m 2YO Novice Stakes in October. AL ALAMI Led early at 200m, lost lead after; pushed at 400m , ridden at 200m, faded, finished 5th, 7 lengths behind winner at 1400m Novice Stakes in October. ESPRESSO BREEZE Slow start, trailing, chased final 400m, never threatened, finished 5th, 6 lengths behind Fully Stocked at Southwell 1200m Novice Stakes in October.
RACE 15: MAKE THE MOVE TO MIDNITE HANDICAP (3) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 7) – 1222M | TIME: 03:25 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 18400
KIND TOUCH (IRE) Wore hood, raced at rear, surged inside final 200m , finished 2nd by neck behind Dark Cloud Rising at 1200m Handicap in October. INDIAN RUN (IRE) Wore hood, raced midfield, challenged inside 400m, finished 3rd, 2.25 lengths behind winner in 1200m Handicap at Ripon in September. BOLO NEIGHS (IRE) Slow start, behind, ridden 400m out, gained ground 200m out, finished strong 4th, 1 length behind Fast Track Harry at Kempton 1200m Handicap in October. CABALLO GRANDE Wore hood, keen hold, midfield, weakened final 100m, finished 9th, 6 lengths behind at Chester 1600m Handicap in May.
RACE 1: PRESTIGE VEHICLES HANDICAP (DIV 1) (4) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 1) – 1207M | TIME: 19:20 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 12500
CARAGIO (IRE) Held in mid-division, moved right over 200m out, led inside final 200m, won by 0.75 lengths at Kempton 1200m Handicap in October. SPACE PARTY (IRE) Chased leaders, ridden 400m out, challenged in final 200m, finished 3rd, 0.75 lengths behind Robert Anstruther at Newmarket 1200m Handicap in October. SIXTYGEESBABY (IRE) Raced far side, slow start, improved over 400m out, ridden over 200m, finished 3rd, 3 lengths behind winner at Redcar 1200m Handicap in September. ALMARADA PRINCE (IRE) Led throughout, pushed entering final 200m, won by neck at Pontefract 1200m Handicap, beating Start Me Up in October.
RACE 2: PRESTIGE VEHICLES HANDICAP (DIV 2) (4) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 2) – 1207M | TIME: 19:50 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 12500
DASHING DICK (IRE) Prominent chased over 600m, kept on well, finished 2nd, 3.5 lengths behind winner Irish Nectar at Leicester 1200m Handicap in October . WODAO (FR) Chased leaders, pushed halfway, no real impression , finished 4th, 4.5 lengths behind Fenlander at Leicester 1000m Handicap in October. L YRA LEA In mid-division, limited room from 400m out, switched left, kept on inside final 200m, finished 4th, 2.25 lengths behind winner at 1200m Handicap in October. BACK TO ME (IRE) Held up center, ridden 600m out, weakened 200m out , finished 9th, 8 lengths behind Bintola at Newmarket 1400m Handicap in October.
RACE 3: COLOGNE’S 65 PREIS VON EUROPA BRITISH EBF FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (GBB RACE) (3) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 3) – 1408M | TIME: 20:25 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 12000
SO THIS IS LOVE Dubawi filly out of Love Is You. IBTEKAR (IRE) Slow start, raced last, moved right 400m out, gained 2nd, strong finish but lost 2nd, finished 3rd, 1.5 lengths behind winner at 1400m in October. PALACE ROSE (IRE) Palace Pier filly out of Netherton. NEXT BEST Held up last, eager, improved over 400m out, finished 3rd, 2.75 lengths behind winner at Bath 1600m Novice Stakes in September.
RACE 4: DUSSELDORF’S HENKEL 169 GERMAN OAKS HANDICAP (3) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 4) – 1609M | TIME: 21:05 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 20000
FORT ROCK Disputed lead, pushed 600m out, lost position, rallied 200m out, finished 2nd, neck behind Spanish Voice at Newmarket 1600m Handicap in June. LIGHTING THUNDER Raced keenly, midfield, led 400m out, hung left, held on to win at Nottingham 1600m Novice Stakes by head over Romanticizing in May. BEAGLE BAY (FR) Midfield, driven at 600m out, steady progress at 400m, no real impression, finished 5th, 10 lengths behind winner at York 1600m Handicap in October. SUPIDO (FR) Wore hood, midfield, ridden 400m out, strong finish, finished 3rd, 2 lengths behind Naval Light at Goodwood 1600m Handicap in October.
RACE 5: HORRIS HILL STAKES (GROUP 3) (G3) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 5) – 1408M | TIME: 21:40 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 50000
BENGAL TIGER (IRE) Prominent led 400m out, won comfortably over 1200m at Doncaster, beating Hi Corbett Court by 3.5 lengths in October. ACCUMULATION (IRE) Led early, improved to lead 300m out, won at Leopardstown 1400m Novice Stakes by 2 lengths over Imposing in October. CITY OF GOLD Tracked leader after 400m, 2nd at 800m, led inside final 200m, won by head over Admired Beauty at Leopardstown 1700m Handicap in October. JASSAS Led, pressed until 600m out, headed at 400m, kept pace but no extra, finished last, 4.5 lengths behind Darkness Falls over 1400m Group 1 in October.
RACE 6: BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF MONTROSE FILLIES’ STAKES (FILLIES’ LISTED) (LR) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 6) – 1609M | TIME: 22:10 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 55000
HAVEN (IRE) Chased leaders, led 400m out, headed last 100m, finished 1 length 2nd to Musical Times at Newmarket 1600m Group 1 in October. SIZZLING AFFAIR (IRE) Midfield, advanced over 400m out, led with 200m to go, won comfortably by 3.5 lengths at Haydock 1400m 2YO Filly Novice Stakes in September. HALDON PIER Raced 2nd, challenged over 400m, led inside final 200m, won 16 00m 2YO Filly Maiden at Sandown by short head in September. SO LOVELY (USA) Finished 5th, 1.75 lengths behind Green Empress in 1600m 2YO Filly Group 1 at ParisLongchamp in October.
RACE 7: GERMAN GROUP ONE RACECOURSES JAMES SEYMOUR STAKES (LISTED) (LR) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 7) – 2012M | TIME: 22:44 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 60000
WHITE BIRCH Held up rear, ridden 400m out, improved 200m out, finished 3rd, 0.75 lengths behind Tenability at Windsor 2200m Listed Stakes in August . GREY CUBAN Led from start, wore red hood, pushed strongly in final 200m, won decisively at York 2000m Handicap, beating St Anton by 0.5 lengths in October. NAHRAAN Led early, wore hood, ridden over last 200m, headed inside final 20 0m, finished 3rd, 2 lengths behind Cerro Blanco at Sandown 1600m Listed Stakes in September. SEA SCOUT (IRE) Mid-pack, challenged 400m out, led 200m out, weakened final 200m, finished 5th, 3.5 lengths behind Tenability at Windsor 2200m in August.
RACE 8: IDEE 158. GERMAN DERBY IN HAMBURG NURSERY (5) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 8) – 1811M | TIME: 23:23 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 12500
UNDER ARREST Held up behind leaders, ridden over 400m out, rallied past 200m to finish 3rd, 3 lengths behind winner at Pontefract 1600m in October. MAGICAL LIFE Started rear, moved up inside from 600m out, finished 2nd, 2.25 lengths behind Kaito at Bath 1600m Handicap in October. PRINCESS LOTTIE Dropped to last early, pushed 600m out, improved over 200m, finished 4th, 3.5 lengths behind winner at Nottingham 1600m Maiden Stakes in October. BISCAYSIAN (FR) Wore hood, close to leaders, pressured 600m out, faded last 200m, finished 6th, 7 lengths behind Able Tasman at Bath 1600m 2YO Novice Stakes in September .
RACE 9: MUNICH’S ALLIANZ-GROSSER PREIS VON BAYERN HANDICAP (4) (FROM NEWMARKET RACE 9) – 1408M | TIME: 23:58 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 12500
KENNINGTON Chased leaders, led with 200m to go, drew clear to win comfortably by 2.5 lengths at Newmarket 1400m Handicap in October. DWINDLING FUNDS Wore red hood, tracked mid-division, moved up 600m out, finished 2nd, 4.5 lengths behind Callianassa at York 1600m Handicap in October. TEX (FR) Awkward start, midfield, ridden over 400m out, carried right over 200m out, kept same pace, finished 8th, 8 lengths behind winner at Ascot 1400m Handicap in October. GEORGE WICKHAM (IRE) Slow start, stayed rear on stands side, ridden 400m out, strong finish final 200m, finished 2nd by 0.75 lengths at Newmarket 1400m Handicap in October.
RACE 10: ARC ALL WEATHER BONUS IS BACK HANDICAP (DIV 2) (6) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 2) – 1621M | TIME: 00:35 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 7200
LILI MARLEEN (GER) Raced wide, led over 200m out, held on bravely to win by a head at Southwell 1600m Handicap in October. BLUE SAMUNA (IRE) Near rear, moved left, gained headway over 200m out, finished 4th, 3 lengths behind Lili Marleen in 1600m Handicap in October. MYTHICAL ISLE (IRE) Mid-pack, pushed well over 200m out, no clear run, finished 3rd, 3 lengths behind Typeface in 1800m Handicap at Wolverhampton in October. KONDRATIEV WAVE (IRE) Handy, pushed over 400m out, faded over 200m out, finished 9th, 8 lengths behind Portman Blue at Kempton 1400m Handicap in October.
RACE 11: ALL-WEATHER CHAMPIONSHIP IS BACK NURSERY (GBBPLUS RACE) (3) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 3) – 1621M | TIME: 01:05 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 15000
NATIONAL HONOUR (IRE) Raced 3rd, moved left, led 200m out, headed, rallied inside final 200m, finished 2nd by a nose to Scienza over 1400m at Doncaster in October. TALAMON (USA) Quick start, led early, pushed 400m out, overtaken late, finished 2nd, 0.5 lengths behind Votadini at Kempton 1600m in September. DANDYMAN DAN (IRE) Led early, headed 400m out, weakened to finish 6th, 7 lengths behind Forbidden Fire at Doncaster 1400m in September. DRUM BAY Held mid-division, weakened over final 200m, finished last, 33 lengths behind winner at Sandown 1600m Handicap in September.
RACE 12: AW TRAILS DAY – LINGFIELD 2ND JAN 2027 FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (GBB RACE) (4) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 4) – 1621M | TIME: 01:40 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 10000
ALWAYS SUNNY (IRE) Started near rear, improved 600m out, led 400m out , hampered over 200m out, finished 2nd by 0.75 lengths over Noozhaa at Newcastle 1600m in October. STAR MIRAGE (USA) Led, hampered by loose horse, lost lead 400m out, kept on to finish 3rd, 1.75 lengths behind Noozhaa over 1600m at Newcastle in October. BAANDEE Led early wearing hood, pushed over 400m out, ridden and headed 200m out, finished 2nd, 3.5 lengths behind Fashion People at Yarmouth 1400m Novice Stakes in April. ESPRESSONA SIGNORA Slow start, stayed rear, some progress inside final 200m, never close, finished 5 th, 12 lengths behind Wadooda at Kempton 1600m Novice Stakes in October.
RACE 13: MIDNITE AIN’T YOUR GRANDAD’S BOOKIE HANDICAP (2) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 5) – 1621M | TIME: 02:15 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 30000
PORTCULLIS Wore hood, slow start, tracked leaders, pushed past 400m out, led over 200m, ran well to win 1600m Novice Stakes at York in May. MURASHAH (IRE) Held up, strong finish to lead 400m out, won easily by 4 lengths over His Finest Hour at Ripon 1600m Handicap in August. CHANTILLY LACE (IRE) Mid-division, pushed over 400m out, no progress, finished 5th, 11 lengths behind Jancis at Newmarket 1800m Fillies Group 2 Stakes in May. TWO TEMPTING (IRE) Soon raced 2nd, led 400m out, headed 200m out, weakened last 100m, finished 5th, 4.5 lengths behind Tribal Chief at Goodwood 1600m Handicap in September.
RACE 14: AWC FINALS DAY AT NEWCASTLE 26TH MARCH EBF ‘CONFINED’ RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (GBB RACE) (5) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 6) – 1222M | TIME: 02:50 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 8000
PALMS OASIS Mid-division, steady progress over 400m out, ridden under 400m out, ran on final 100m, finished 2nd, 1.5 lengths behind Fully Stocked at 1200m in October. CHAPEL DOWN Raced freely, tracked leaders, maintained pace in final 200m, finished 2nd, 3.5 lengths behind winner My Boo Boo at Brighton 1200m 2YO Novice Stakes in October. AL ALAMI Led early at 200m, lost lead after; pushed at 400m , ridden at 200m, faded, finished 5th, 7 lengths behind winner at 1400m Novice Stakes in October. ESPRESSO BREEZE Slow start, trailing, chased final 400m, never threatened, finished 5th, 6 lengths behind Fully Stocked at Southwell 1200m Novice Stakes in October.
RACE 15: MAKE THE MOVE TO MIDNITE HANDICAP (3) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 7) – 1222M | TIME: 03:25 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 18400
KIND TOUCH (IRE) Wore hood, raced at rear, surged inside final 200m , finished 2nd by neck behind Dark Cloud Rising at 1200m Handicap in October. INDIAN RUN (IRE) Wore hood, raced midfield, challenged inside 400m, finished 3rd, 2.25 lengths behind winner in 1200m Handicap at Ripon in September. BOLO NEIGHS (IRE) Slow start, behind, ridden 400m out, gained ground 200m out, finished strong 4th, 1 length behind Fast Track Harry at Kempton 1200m Handicap in October. CABALLO GRANDE Wore hood, keen hold, midfield, weakened final 100m, finished 9th, 6 lengths behind at Chester 1600m Handicap in May.
South Africa Express Form & Race Previews (Turffontein) – October 31
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RACE BY RACE PREVIEWS: TURFFONTEIN STANDSIDE@2026.10.31
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 1, Gallops, 1160m, Turf, R115.000, 11:55GMT+2
Race Summary: Competitive opener to the Allied Steelrode Charity Mile Day. THE BUFFALO and FREDERICO CAGISHAS are closely matched on recent form and should have roles to play if building on the improvement of their latest outings. BUFFALO KING CODY, THEODORE ROOSEVELD and CHANCELLOR have shown enough to make their presence felt too. However, a bigger threat will likely come from the newcomers so the betting should be closely monitored. THE LIVING YEARS, well-bred SMOKE AND SHADOWS, well-related FROM WINTER and GLOBAL SKY warrant respect before any market clues. Keep an eye on COPY AND PASTE and KISS THE CROWN.
Selections: #2 The Buffalo, #7 Frederico Cagishas, #8 From Winter, #13 The Living Years
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 2, Gallops, 1160m, Turf, R110.000, 12:30GMT+2
Race Summary: Stablemates PITERAQ and RUBY WHISPER have the form and experience to feature prominently but MISS BARBADOS has more scope for improvement after a pleasing KZN introduction. GO FOR BROKE has also shown enough to be competitive, while PURE DELIGHT could make her presence felt if confirming the improvement she showed last time. QUINTARELLI, ON MY OWN, HURKLE DURKLE and HADJIEBAJUDGIES are bred to be useful so worth a market check on debut.
Selections: #1 Piteraq, #2 Ruby Whisper, #13 Miss Barbados, #16 Quintarelli
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 3, Gallops, 1000m, Turf, R250.000, 13:05GMT+2
Race Summary: Many with chances in a big field to begin the feature-race action. AFRICAN PRIDE bounced back to form when a good second over track and trip last time, and on that form should have the measure of KARATE KID. Stablemates ECHO CHECK and CATFISH are distance suited and remain competitive under penalties after career-best last-start victories. The latter was a wide-margin winner over 1200m but is even more effective over the shorter trip. East Cape raider MASTER MTOTO will enjoy reverting to turf so must be respected. KAALVOET, ESPINOZA, THE SPECIALIST and UMZINGELI WENYATHI can also earn a cheque.
Selections: #13 Catfish, #6 Echo Check, #15 Master Mtoto, #1 African Pride
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 4, Gallops, 1400m, Turf, R250.000, 13:40GMT+2
Race Summary: Quality Grade 3 race to begin the R1-million carryover Pick 6. GET UP and FLOWER ISLAND have a score to settle but the latter could be hard to beat after her last-start Grade 2 success. GOOD DAY SUNSHINE and GRISELDA are closely matched on the form of a recent 1200m meeting and, on pedigree, both could be better suited to this extended trip. ALICE B TOKLAS, SECRETARY BIRD, WITHIN REACH and DOESYOURMOTHERKNOW were well-performed juveniles and are open to any amount of improvement. Highveld newcomer IN HOT WATER fits a similar profile so is another to consider for larger perms.
Selections: #2 Flower Island, #1 Get Up, #7 Griselda, #3 Good Day Sunshine
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 5, Gallops, 1400m, Turf, R400.000, 14:15GMT+2
Race Summary: Grade 2 winner FISH TALES makes his debut for the De Kock yard and could improve sufficiently to remain unbeaten on his reappearance. Familiar foe BISOU BISOU is 2kg better off, drawn better and has a fitness advantage so should pose a threat as a result. Runaway debut winner KINGS MOUNTAIN could be anything so warrants respect. Fellow last-start scorers GONE COLD, FIERCENESS and GIMME A FIREBALL could have more to offer over this extended trip so are also best kept onside. Other recent winners BANGKOK MAGIC, NOBLE SAINT, SHERIFF BILL BROWN and RAPTOR KING add further intrigue. A must watch.
Selections: #1 Fish Tales, #3 Bisou Bisou, #11 Kings Mountain, #6 Gone Cold
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 6, Gallops, 1800m, Turf, R200.000, 14:50GMT+2
Race Summary: Oaks heroine LITTLEMISSMILLION sets a lofty standard but is worth opposing under 62kg following a 7-month layoff. INDIAN OCEAN was caught late in a 2200m feature on the Inside track last time. She’s weighted to turn the tables on conqueror INTO DANCING, though the latter continues to improve and could do so sufficiently to confirm her superiority. FIRST WISH is better off at the weights with that rival on their 10 September clash and a 2-point penalty for beating male opposition recently shouldn’t prevent another bold bid. TOMYRIS, RAHHABBA and KUBU also have the means to get into the picture.
Selections: #10 First Wish, #6 Tomyris, #5 Into Dancing, #4 Rahhabba
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 7, Gallops, 1600m, Turf, R1.000.000, 15:30GMT+2
Race Summary: Quality renewal. COSMIC SPEED was dropped out from the widest draw when a fast-finishing fifth in a 1450m Grade 2 last time so this extended trip from an inside gate will suit. I’M A FIREBALL was second from the front that day and should find the lead again from gate 1, though does have questions to answer over this distance. CHOISAANADA is closely matched with the selection on that form so has to be respected. ZEITZ is at the top of his game and will be competitive with this track and its long run-in likely to suit. CALLA LAGOON, GRAND EMPIRE and SPLITTHEEIGHTS aren’t taken lightly. Go wide.
Selections: #1 Cosmic Speed, #5 I’m A Fireball, #8 Zeitz, #17 Splittheeights
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 8, Gallops, 2400m, Turf, R250.000, 16:10GMT+2
Race Summary: SA Derby winner CURIOUS GIRL ran well in defeat under a big weight against male opposition on her seasonal debut. She is unbeaten in two appearances at this track, is distance suited and will strip fitter so is hard to oppose under the conditions. BELLEROPHON, POSITIVE ATTITUDE and CORRUPT are proven stayers with the means to trouble the selection. UTSAAH has found her niche over staying distances but must raise her game to be competitive at this level. BEST CANDIDATE has performed well over 2000m but is an unknown quantity over this trip. There is stamina on his dam’s side so he can’t be ignored.
Selections: #5 Curious Girl, #6 Positive Attitude, #1 Bellerophon, #10 Utsaah
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 9, Gallops, 1600m, Turf, R200.000, 16:45GMT+2
Race Summary: SUNSET RIOT and CARE FORGOT made their seasonal comebacks at Grade 2 level – both will be more competitive in this grade. KING HARALD has run well in defeat at his level recently and should acquit himself competitively once more. MASTERSHIP was second over 1450m on his reappearance and will be better suited to this extended trip with that outing under his belt. Versatile PLEASE BE TRUE is at the top of his game and a 4-point penalty for winning last time isn’t likely to halt his momentum. BRISTOL HERCULES, QUICKFREEZE, CHAPBOOK and MASTER SPY could also have roles to play.
Selections: #3 King Harald, #8 Please Be True, #5 Mastership, #7 Care Forgot
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 10, Gallops, 1000m, Turf, R120.000, 17:20GMT+2
Race Summary: DOG IN THE FOG justified strong market support when making a belated winning debut over 1000m. He is probably a lot better than his opening mark suggests so it could pay to follow his progress. PERIODIC TABLE was a game-in-defeat second at this level on his handicap debut and will play another leading role if repeating that effort under a resultant 6-point penalty. HIGHWAYMAN HARRY and HEMISPHERE have the form and experience at this grade to trouble the principals, along with improving last-start winner EVENING PARADE. Fillies INDECENT OBSESSION, LADY HARLEQUIN and ASHVENDRA can also get involved.
Selections: #6 Dog In The Fog, #4 Periodic Table, #5 Highwayman Harry, #2 Evening Parade
Best Win: #5 CURIOUS GIRL
Best Value Bet: #1 COSMIC SPEED
Best Longshot: #1 COSMIC SPEED
RACE BY RACE PREVIEWS: TURFFONTEIN STANDSIDE@2026.10.31
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 1, Gallops, 1160m, Turf, R115.000, 11:55GMT+2
Race Summary: Competitive opener to the Allied Steelrode Charity Mile Day. THE BUFFALO and FREDERICO CAGISHAS are closely matched on recent form and should have roles to play if building on the improvement of their latest outings. BUFFALO KING CODY, THEODORE ROOSEVELD and CHANCELLOR have shown enough to make their presence felt too. However, a bigger threat will likely come from the newcomers so the betting should be closely monitored. THE LIVING YEARS, well-bred SMOKE AND SHADOWS, well-related FROM WINTER and GLOBAL SKY warrant respect before any market clues. Keep an eye on COPY AND PASTE and KISS THE CROWN.
Selections: #2 The Buffalo, #7 Frederico Cagishas, #8 From Winter, #13 The Living Years
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 2, Gallops, 1160m, Turf, R110.000, 12:30GMT+2
Race Summary: Stablemates PITERAQ and RUBY WHISPER have the form and experience to feature prominently but MISS BARBADOS has more scope for improvement after a pleasing KZN introduction. GO FOR BROKE has also shown enough to be competitive, while PURE DELIGHT could make her presence felt if confirming the improvement she showed last time. QUINTARELLI, ON MY OWN, HURKLE DURKLE and HADJIEBAJUDGIES are bred to be useful so worth a market check on debut.
Selections: #1 Piteraq, #2 Ruby Whisper, #13 Miss Barbados, #16 Quintarelli
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 3, Gallops, 1000m, Turf, R250.000, 13:05GMT+2
Race Summary: Many with chances in a big field to begin the feature-race action. AFRICAN PRIDE bounced back to form when a good second over track and trip last time, and on that form should have the measure of KARATE KID. Stablemates ECHO CHECK and CATFISH are distance suited and remain competitive under penalties after career-best last-start victories. The latter was a wide-margin winner over 1200m but is even more effective over the shorter trip. East Cape raider MASTER MTOTO will enjoy reverting to turf so must be respected. KAALVOET, ESPINOZA, THE SPECIALIST and UMZINGELI WENYATHI can also earn a cheque.
Selections: #13 Catfish, #6 Echo Check, #15 Master Mtoto, #1 African Pride
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 4, Gallops, 1400m, Turf, R250.000, 13:40GMT+2
Race Summary: Quality Grade 3 race to begin the R1-million carryover Pick 6. GET UP and FLOWER ISLAND have a score to settle but the latter could be hard to beat after her last-start Grade 2 success. GOOD DAY SUNSHINE and GRISELDA are closely matched on the form of a recent 1200m meeting and, on pedigree, both could be better suited to this extended trip. ALICE B TOKLAS, SECRETARY BIRD, WITHIN REACH and DOESYOURMOTHERKNOW were well-performed juveniles and are open to any amount of improvement. Highveld newcomer IN HOT WATER fits a similar profile so is another to consider for larger perms.
Selections: #2 Flower Island, #1 Get Up, #7 Griselda, #3 Good Day Sunshine
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 5, Gallops, 1400m, Turf, R400.000, 14:15GMT+2
Race Summary: Grade 2 winner FISH TALES makes his debut for the De Kock yard and could improve sufficiently to remain unbeaten on his reappearance. Familiar foe BISOU BISOU is 2kg better off, drawn better and has a fitness advantage so should pose a threat as a result. Runaway debut winner KINGS MOUNTAIN could be anything so warrants respect. Fellow last-start scorers GONE COLD, FIERCENESS and GIMME A FIREBALL could have more to offer over this extended trip so are also best kept onside. Other recent winners BANGKOK MAGIC, NOBLE SAINT, SHERIFF BILL BROWN and RAPTOR KING add further intrigue. A must watch.
Selections: #1 Fish Tales, #3 Bisou Bisou, #11 Kings Mountain, #6 Gone Cold
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 6, Gallops, 1800m, Turf, R200.000, 14:50GMT+2
Race Summary: Oaks heroine LITTLEMISSMILLION sets a lofty standard but is worth opposing under 62kg following a 7-month layoff. INDIAN OCEAN was caught late in a 2200m feature on the Inside track last time. She’s weighted to turn the tables on conqueror INTO DANCING, though the latter continues to improve and could do so sufficiently to confirm her superiority. FIRST WISH is better off at the weights with that rival on their 10 September clash and a 2-point penalty for beating male opposition recently shouldn’t prevent another bold bid. TOMYRIS, RAHHABBA and KUBU also have the means to get into the picture.
Selections: #10 First Wish, #6 Tomyris, #5 Into Dancing, #4 Rahhabba
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 7, Gallops, 1600m, Turf, R1.000.000, 15:30GMT+2
Race Summary: Quality renewal. COSMIC SPEED was dropped out from the widest draw when a fast-finishing fifth in a 1450m Grade 2 last time so this extended trip from an inside gate will suit. I’M A FIREBALL was second from the front that day and should find the lead again from gate 1, though does have questions to answer over this distance. CHOISAANADA is closely matched with the selection on that form so has to be respected. ZEITZ is at the top of his game and will be competitive with this track and its long run-in likely to suit. CALLA LAGOON, GRAND EMPIRE and SPLITTHEEIGHTS aren’t taken lightly. Go wide.
Selections: #1 Cosmic Speed, #5 I’m A Fireball, #8 Zeitz, #17 Splittheeights
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 8, Gallops, 2400m, Turf, R250.000, 16:10GMT+2
Race Summary: SA Derby winner CURIOUS GIRL ran well in defeat under a big weight against male opposition on her seasonal debut. She is unbeaten in two appearances at this track, is distance suited and will strip fitter so is hard to oppose under the conditions. BELLEROPHON, POSITIVE ATTITUDE and CORRUPT are proven stayers with the means to trouble the selection. UTSAAH has found her niche over staying distances but must raise her game to be competitive at this level. BEST CANDIDATE has performed well over 2000m but is an unknown quantity over this trip. There is stamina on his dam’s side so he can’t be ignored.
Selections: #5 Curious Girl, #6 Positive Attitude, #1 Bellerophon, #10 Utsaah
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 9, Gallops, 1600m, Turf, R200.000, 16:45GMT+2
Race Summary: SUNSET RIOT and CARE FORGOT made their seasonal comebacks at Grade 2 level – both will be more competitive in this grade. KING HARALD has run well in defeat at his level recently and should acquit himself competitively once more. MASTERSHIP was second over 1450m on his reappearance and will be better suited to this extended trip with that outing under his belt. Versatile PLEASE BE TRUE is at the top of his game and a 4-point penalty for winning last time isn’t likely to halt his momentum. BRISTOL HERCULES, QUICKFREEZE, CHAPBOOK and MASTER SPY could also have roles to play.
Selections: #3 King Harald, #8 Please Be True, #5 Mastership, #7 Care Forgot
Turffontein Standside, 31.10.2026, Race 10, Gallops, 1000m, Turf, R120.000, 17:20GMT+2
Race Summary: DOG IN THE FOG justified strong market support when making a belated winning debut over 1000m. He is probably a lot better than his opening mark suggests so it could pay to follow his progress. PERIODIC TABLE was a game-in-defeat second at this level on his handicap debut and will play another leading role if repeating that effort under a resultant 6-point penalty. HIGHWAYMAN HARRY and HEMISPHERE have the form and experience at this grade to trouble the principals, along with improving last-start winner EVENING PARADE. Fillies INDECENT OBSESSION, LADY HARLEQUIN and ASHVENDRA can also get involved.
Selections: #6 Dog In The Fog, #4 Periodic Table, #5 Highwayman Harry, #2 Evening Parade
Best Win: #5 CURIOUS GIRL
Best Value Bet: #1 COSMIC SPEED
Best Longshot: #1 COSMIC SPEED
France Express Form & Race Previews (Lyon-Parilly/Deauville) – Friday, October 30
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RACE 1: PRIX BAGUENAULT DE PUCHESSE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 1) – 1600M | TIME: 18:15 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 17300
WOODSTARS (FR) Finished fourth at Marseille-Borely over 1800m in a Maiden on 17 October, and placed before that on three starts. Looks ready to get first success. SINOIR (FR) Fourth at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m in a Maiden on 6 October. Handicap debut and can be involved. NO SOLO (FR) Successful at Saint-Cloud over 1600m in a Handicap when last seen on 25 September. Rise in the weights will make this more demanding but is not out of it. JEMAA EL FNA (FR) Got off the mark at Saint-Cloud over 1600m in a Handicap on 14 October on most recent start. Can score again.
RACE 2: PRIX DU GRAND CAMP LISTED STAKES (3YO+) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 2) – 2400M | TIME: 18:46 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 47600
MAINTAIN In good form and finished third at Toulouse over 2400m in a Listed on 9 October. Can make presence felt. PLEASEMAN (FR) Fair fourth at Baden-Baden in a Condition on 18 October. Listed winner over 2000m last November. Player. GOLDEN CALL (FR) Fourth at Lyon-Parilly over 2400m in a Listed on 2 6 September. One to pay close attention to. P AIUTE (IRE) Runner-up at Compiegne over 2400m in a Class 3 on 15 September. Honest performer who warrants respect stepping up in class.
RACE 3: PRIX DU TREMBLAY STAKES – ARAB GROUP 3 (3YO) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 3) – 2400M | TIME: 19:18 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 33900
NIAGARA DU SEUIL (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up at Saint-Cloud over 2400m in a Group 2 on 8 October. Can get off the mark. NAPPLE’S (FR) Impressive debut winner who won by 4.5 lengths last start over 2400m in a Handicap on 24 May. Will continue the great form here. NOLIKA (FR) Successful at Nancy over 2400m in a Condition on 27 September. Open to progress and can be competitive. NALEWA VALLEY (FR) Debut winner who won by 1.75 lengths over 2400m in a Handicap last start. Racing in good form.
RACE 4: PRIX DU BUSTE DE FRANCOIS-ANDRE CLAIMING STAKES – AWT (4YO+) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 1) – 2500M | TIME: 19:34 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 18200
ARNAY LE DUC (FR) Outclassed the opposition at Lyon-La Soie over 2400m in a Claimer on 21 October. Has an excellent record at this level and should be right there at the finish once again. CREATIVER (IRE) Won at Fontainebleau over 2600m in a Claimer on 20 September. Won the first time dropping into a Claimer but will need to prove himself on the sand. MACHETE (FR) Finished second in a Claimer over 2400m at Lyon La Soie on 2 October. This Listed winner as a 3YO again showed preference for the sand last time and should be competitive again. RINASCERO (IRE) Won at Saint-Cloud over 2400m in a Class 3 Handicap on 18 September. Has performed well at this track and is not a runner to be ignored.
RACE 5: PRIX DE LACROIX-LAVAL HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 4) – 2400M | TIME: 19:50 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
TREATWOOD (FR) Unplaced at Marseille-Borely over 2000m in a Class 2 Handicap on 12 October. Won at Vichy in a Class 3 Handicap in late July and previous course winner. Key chance. LA MAZZI GOGO (FR) Finished third at Marseille-Borely over 2000m in a Class 3 Handicap when last seen on 12 October. Can be competitive. PLATA DOCTOBRE (FR) Unplaced at Marseille-Borely over 2000m in a Class 2 Handicap on 12 October, and a win before that at Vichy over 2000m in September. Ought to be in the shake-up. RAW ENERGY (FR) Runner-up at Lyon-Parilly over 2400m in a Class 3 Handicap on 6 October. Merits attention each-way.
RACE 6: PRIX DE L’EPINAY MAIDEN STAKES – AWT (2YO) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 2) – 1900M | TIME: 20:08 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 27400
GELDEN GREY (FR) Encouraging first-up run when finishing third over 1800m in a Handicap on 29 September. Should improve and strip fitter. OPERATIF (IRE) Impressive first-up run when finishing third over 1600m in a Handicap on 3 September. Capable of improvement here. SALMY (USA) Came home sixth at ParisLongchamp over 1600m in a Condition on 3 September. Ran well against experienced runners on debut and will enjoy the longer trip. QEYNAN Finished fifth at Chantilly over 1800m in a Maiden on 29 September. Ran behind GELDEN GREY (7) on that occasion, showing improvement from earlier debut performance. Merits consideration.
RACE 7: PRIX D’ESSAY HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 3) – 1900M | TIME: 20:43 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 13000
DAYAK (FR) Unplaced at Chantilly over 1800m in a Class 3 Handicap on 29 September. Has had two warm-up runs after a lengthy break and returns to the course of last win. Hard to ignore. NOT SO SILL Y (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up at Chantilly over 1800m in a Class 4 Handicap on 7 October. Was running on nicely last time and looks gearing up for another victory. ZYGFRYD (FR) Finished second at Deauville over 1800m in a Class 4 Handicap on 19 October. Attempted to make all last time but was caught close home to go down 0.5 lengths. Can make amends. BECH RIVER (IRE) Runner-up at Saint-Cloud over 2000m in a Class 4 Handicap on 14 October. Has been supplemented into this and can prove effectiveness on the sand.
RACE 8: PRIX DE LA ROCQUE MAIDEN STAKES – AWT (2YO) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 4) – 1900M | TIME: 21:18 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 27400
AETHELFLAED (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up at Chantilly over 1600m in a Condition on 29 September. Produced a strong finish to go down just 0.75 lengths on debut and a first win will not be far off. JUSTICIA (FR) Encouraging first-up run when finishing fourth over 2000m in a Handicap on 7 September. Should improve and strip fitter. I AM MYSELF (USA) Unraced 2YO filly by War Of Will out of Pulpit filly Pachattack trained by Francis Henri Graffard. Dam is a two-time Listed winner and could have a promising debut. ROSA AUREA (FR) Unraced 2YO filly by Bayside Boy out of Nathaniel mare Rosea trained by Gerald Mosse. Grand dam won a Group 3 in Germany so is well connected.
RACE 9: PRIX DE SAINT-LOYER-DES-CHAMPS HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 5) – 1400M | TIME: 21:53 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 25900
MUNCH (FR) Consistent so far and was not disgraced when third at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m in a Maiden on 6 October. Can win trying a Handicap. SUNNY QUEEN (FR) In good form and finished third at Saint-Cloud over 1600m in a Handicap on 14 October. Should fight out the finish once again. QUIET STRENGTH (FR) Very consistent and finished fourth at Chantilly over 1200m in a Handicap on 10 October. Can be a threat yet again. WHY NOT (FR) Remains in good shape and was not disgraced when third at Chantilly over 1400m in a Maiden on 7 October. Capable of making the frame.
RACE 10: PRIX DE BOISCHAMPRE HANDICAP – AWT (2YO) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 6) – 1400M | TIME: 22:28 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 22100
LILY ANGEL (FR) Showed capability with a win in Zurich over 1600m on 20 September. Improving and might well follow up. MERI SHAKTI (FR) Showed improvement when fourth at Marseille Pont De Vivaux over 1500m in a Claimer on 7 October. Could contest the finish once again. SUCRERIE (FR) Has shown some fair form and finished fourth at La Roche-Posay over 1600m in a Maiden on 11 October. Can be competitive once again. REGAL CHOP (FR) Showed some improvement when fourth at Saint-Cloud over 1600m in a Handicap on 14 October. Can get into the mix of things.
RACE 11: PRIX DU CHATEAU DE BEAUFOSSE HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 7) – 1900M | TIME: 23:03 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 14400
LUCAS TREZY (FR) Good second in a Class 4 Claimer over 2400m at Lyon La Soie on 11 October. Strong winning chance. SIN CITY (FR) Pleasing third in a Class 4 Handicap over 1800m at Deauville on 19 October. Each-way chance. BAILEYS ECLAIR (FR) A winner in a Class 4 Handicap over 1800m at Chantilly on 7 October. Can follow up here. INMATE Forgivable eighth in a Class 4 Handicap over 1800m at Deauville on 19 October. Can redeem himself here.
RACE 12: PRIX DE BEAUFOSSE HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 8) – 1900M | TIME: 23:38 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 17300
MELANIES JOY Consecutive second in a Class 3 Handicap over 1800m at Chantilly on 7 October. Strong winning chance. AMBRA ANTICA (FR) Furnished into third in a Class 3 Handicap over 1800m at Chantilly on 7 October. Each-way chance. ORANGE VIF (FR) Well-experienced fourth in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 14 October. Needs serious consideration here. LUNALA (FR) Good second in a Class 4 Handicap over 1800m at Deauville on 19 October. Include in all plays.
RACE 13: PRIX DU CHATEAU DE TOCQUEVILLE (4YO+) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 9) – 1500M | TIME: 00:13 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 14600
RUE ERNESTINE (FR) Good second in a Class 4 Condition over 1700m at Saint-Brieuc on 4 October. Good winning chance. ABACUR (FR) Not the best run into ninth in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Mont-De-Marsan on 17 August. Returns after a small break but can give a good account. FAVORY CHOP (FR) Put a line through when running tenth in a Class 4 Handicap over 1300m at Deauville on 5 October. Needs to make amends here. OUT OF THE BLUE (FR) Moved into fifth in a Class 4 Condition over 1600m at Fontainebleau on 16 October. Place chance.
RACE 1: PRIX BAGUENAULT DE PUCHESSE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 1) – 1600M | TIME: 18:15 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 17300
WOODSTARS (FR) Finished fourth at Marseille-Borely over 1800m in a Maiden on 17 October, and placed before that on three starts. Looks ready to get first success. SINOIR (FR) Fourth at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m in a Maiden on 6 October. Handicap debut and can be involved. NO SOLO (FR) Successful at Saint-Cloud over 1600m in a Handicap when last seen on 25 September. Rise in the weights will make this more demanding but is not out of it. JEMAA EL FNA (FR) Got off the mark at Saint-Cloud over 1600m in a Handicap on 14 October on most recent start. Can score again.
RACE 2: PRIX DU GRAND CAMP LISTED STAKES (3YO+) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 2) – 2400M | TIME: 18:46 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 47600
MAINTAIN In good form and finished third at Toulouse over 2400m in a Listed on 9 October. Can make presence felt. PLEASEMAN (FR) Fair fourth at Baden-Baden in a Condition on 18 October. Listed winner over 2000m last November. Player. GOLDEN CALL (FR) Fourth at Lyon-Parilly over 2400m in a Listed on 2 6 September. One to pay close attention to. P AIUTE (IRE) Runner-up at Compiegne over 2400m in a Class 3 on 15 September. Honest performer who warrants respect stepping up in class.
RACE 3: PRIX DU TREMBLAY STAKES – ARAB GROUP 3 (3YO) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 3) – 2400M | TIME: 19:18 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 33900
NIAGARA DU SEUIL (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up at Saint-Cloud over 2400m in a Group 2 on 8 October. Can get off the mark. NAPPLE’S (FR) Impressive debut winner who won by 4.5 lengths last start over 2400m in a Handicap on 24 May. Will continue the great form here. NOLIKA (FR) Successful at Nancy over 2400m in a Condition on 27 September. Open to progress and can be competitive. NALEWA VALLEY (FR) Debut winner who won by 1.75 lengths over 2400m in a Handicap last start. Racing in good form.
RACE 4: PRIX DU BUSTE DE FRANCOIS-ANDRE CLAIMING STAKES – AWT (4YO+) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 1) – 2500M | TIME: 19:34 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 18200
ARNAY LE DUC (FR) Outclassed the opposition at Lyon-La Soie over 2400m in a Claimer on 21 October. Has an excellent record at this level and should be right there at the finish once again. CREATIVER (IRE) Won at Fontainebleau over 2600m in a Claimer on 20 September. Won the first time dropping into a Claimer but will need to prove himself on the sand. MACHETE (FR) Finished second in a Claimer over 2400m at Lyon La Soie on 2 October. This Listed winner as a 3YO again showed preference for the sand last time and should be competitive again. RINASCERO (IRE) Won at Saint-Cloud over 2400m in a Class 3 Handicap on 18 September. Has performed well at this track and is not a runner to be ignored.
RACE 5: PRIX DE LACROIX-LAVAL HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 4) – 2400M | TIME: 19:50 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
TREATWOOD (FR) Unplaced at Marseille-Borely over 2000m in a Class 2 Handicap on 12 October. Won at Vichy in a Class 3 Handicap in late July and previous course winner. Key chance. LA MAZZI GOGO (FR) Finished third at Marseille-Borely over 2000m in a Class 3 Handicap when last seen on 12 October. Can be competitive. PLATA DOCTOBRE (FR) Unplaced at Marseille-Borely over 2000m in a Class 2 Handicap on 12 October, and a win before that at Vichy over 2000m in September. Ought to be in the shake-up. RAW ENERGY (FR) Runner-up at Lyon-Parilly over 2400m in a Class 3 Handicap on 6 October. Merits attention each-way.
RACE 6: PRIX DE L’EPINAY MAIDEN STAKES – AWT (2YO) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 2) – 1900M | TIME: 20:08 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 27400
GELDEN GREY (FR) Encouraging first-up run when finishing third over 1800m in a Handicap on 29 September. Should improve and strip fitter. OPERATIF (IRE) Impressive first-up run when finishing third over 1600m in a Handicap on 3 September. Capable of improvement here. SALMY (USA) Came home sixth at ParisLongchamp over 1600m in a Condition on 3 September. Ran well against experienced runners on debut and will enjoy the longer trip. QEYNAN Finished fifth at Chantilly over 1800m in a Maiden on 29 September. Ran behind GELDEN GREY (7) on that occasion, showing improvement from earlier debut performance. Merits consideration.
RACE 7: PRIX D’ESSAY HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 3) – 1900M | TIME: 20:43 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 13000
DAYAK (FR) Unplaced at Chantilly over 1800m in a Class 3 Handicap on 29 September. Has had two warm-up runs after a lengthy break and returns to the course of last win. Hard to ignore. NOT SO SILL Y (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up at Chantilly over 1800m in a Class 4 Handicap on 7 October. Was running on nicely last time and looks gearing up for another victory. ZYGFRYD (FR) Finished second at Deauville over 1800m in a Class 4 Handicap on 19 October. Attempted to make all last time but was caught close home to go down 0.5 lengths. Can make amends. BECH RIVER (IRE) Runner-up at Saint-Cloud over 2000m in a Class 4 Handicap on 14 October. Has been supplemented into this and can prove effectiveness on the sand.
RACE 8: PRIX DE LA ROCQUE MAIDEN STAKES – AWT (2YO) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 4) – 1900M | TIME: 21:18 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 27400
AETHELFLAED (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up at Chantilly over 1600m in a Condition on 29 September. Produced a strong finish to go down just 0.75 lengths on debut and a first win will not be far off. JUSTICIA (FR) Encouraging first-up run when finishing fourth over 2000m in a Handicap on 7 September. Should improve and strip fitter. I AM MYSELF (USA) Unraced 2YO filly by War Of Will out of Pulpit filly Pachattack trained by Francis Henri Graffard. Dam is a two-time Listed winner and could have a promising debut. ROSA AUREA (FR) Unraced 2YO filly by Bayside Boy out of Nathaniel mare Rosea trained by Gerald Mosse. Grand dam won a Group 3 in Germany so is well connected.
RACE 9: PRIX DE SAINT-LOYER-DES-CHAMPS HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 5) – 1400M | TIME: 21:53 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 25900
MUNCH (FR) Consistent so far and was not disgraced when third at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m in a Maiden on 6 October. Can win trying a Handicap. SUNNY QUEEN (FR) In good form and finished third at Saint-Cloud over 1600m in a Handicap on 14 October. Should fight out the finish once again. QUIET STRENGTH (FR) Very consistent and finished fourth at Chantilly over 1200m in a Handicap on 10 October. Can be a threat yet again. WHY NOT (FR) Remains in good shape and was not disgraced when third at Chantilly over 1400m in a Maiden on 7 October. Capable of making the frame.
RACE 10: PRIX DE BOISCHAMPRE HANDICAP – AWT (2YO) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 6) – 1400M | TIME: 22:28 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 22100
LILY ANGEL (FR) Showed capability with a win in Zurich over 1600m on 20 September. Improving and might well follow up. MERI SHAKTI (FR) Showed improvement when fourth at Marseille Pont De Vivaux over 1500m in a Claimer on 7 October. Could contest the finish once again. SUCRERIE (FR) Has shown some fair form and finished fourth at La Roche-Posay over 1600m in a Maiden on 11 October. Can be competitive once again. REGAL CHOP (FR) Showed some improvement when fourth at Saint-Cloud over 1600m in a Handicap on 14 October. Can get into the mix of things.
RACE 11: PRIX DU CHATEAU DE BEAUFOSSE HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 7) – 1900M | TIME: 23:03 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 14400
LUCAS TREZY (FR) Good second in a Class 4 Claimer over 2400m at Lyon La Soie on 11 October. Strong winning chance. SIN CITY (FR) Pleasing third in a Class 4 Handicap over 1800m at Deauville on 19 October. Each-way chance. BAILEYS ECLAIR (FR) A winner in a Class 4 Handicap over 1800m at Chantilly on 7 October. Can follow up here. INMATE Forgivable eighth in a Class 4 Handicap over 1800m at Deauville on 19 October. Can redeem himself here.
RACE 12: PRIX DE BEAUFOSSE HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 8) – 1900M | TIME: 23:38 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 17300
MELANIES JOY Consecutive second in a Class 3 Handicap over 1800m at Chantilly on 7 October. Strong winning chance. AMBRA ANTICA (FR) Furnished into third in a Class 3 Handicap over 1800m at Chantilly on 7 October. Each-way chance. ORANGE VIF (FR) Well-experienced fourth in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 14 October. Needs serious consideration here. LUNALA (FR) Good second in a Class 4 Handicap over 1800m at Deauville on 19 October. Include in all plays.
RACE 13: PRIX DU CHATEAU DE TOCQUEVILLE (4YO+) (FROM DEAUVILLE RACE 9) – 1500M | TIME: 00:13 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 14600
RUE ERNESTINE (FR) Good second in a Class 4 Condition over 1700m at Saint-Brieuc on 4 October. Good winning chance. ABACUR (FR) Not the best run into ninth in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Mont-De-Marsan on 17 August. Returns after a small break but can give a good account. FAVORY CHOP (FR) Put a line through when running tenth in a Class 4 Handicap over 1300m at Deauville on 5 October. Needs to make amends here. OUT OF THE BLUE (FR) Moved into fifth in a Class 4 Condition over 1600m at Fontainebleau on 16 October. Place chance.
Happy Valley Track Spy: Sunday, 1 November
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1 November Selangor Preview By Mark Lydeamore
The trainer/jockey combination of SY Lim and S Ruzaini should figure prominently with a couple of genuine contenders engaged on the eleven-race program at the Selangor Turf Club this Sunday.
The first of those is JOYEE GO (2), which remains unbeaten from three starts at Class 5 level and is a chance of bouncing back on the downgrade over the1150m journey in Race 3. The five-year-old has posted two wins this year, both on Track Two, and should utilize his early pace to take up a forward position after barrier rise. Last start winner BABY TWINS (4) scored over this track and trip on October 4 but does draw deeper and may require some early luck. LEGEND OF NIAGARA (3) is the only other class dropper in the race and his Class 5 statistic of two wins from three runs in the grade stands him in good stead to break the 610-day winning drought. THE STAR (1) returned to form last start on the downgrade and is a worthy trifecta chance despite the big weight.
(Race 3 Selections: 2 – 4 – 3 – 1)
The SY Lim/Ruzaini combination could strike with the seven-year-old grey CASH COVE (4), which looks ideally placed for a winning return in the 1150m Class 5A contest. CASH COVE (4) is only a moderate beginner best suited by a fast tempo and with veteran mare BIG BAD MAMA (5) to provide the speed influence, he should receive all the favors in the run. PACIFIC POWER (6) has scored once from thirteen local outings but does perform well when resuming and will settle on the pace from the good draw. ROCKET GENERAL (8) has been descending in the ratings since winning his maiden back in March and is expected to improve. BIG BAD MAMA (5) looks the logical leader but can be susceptible over the 1150m trip nowadays. The ten-year-old could hang on to a top four spot with the class drop.
(Race 4 Selections: 2 – 6 – 8 – 5)
Former Hong Kong galloper LEGENDS NEVER FADE (1) may have disappointed many local punters on his Malaysian debut on October 4 but there were genuine excuses with the gelding pulling up with a respiratory infection. Everything seems to be back on track with the seven-year-old judging by his effortless trial win on Tuesday and can immediately atone in the 1200m Class 3 contest. The gelding will line up against inform three-year-old MEGA FORTUNE (8), which is chasing the winning hat trick and is capable of winning at Class 3 level. Jockey Oscar Chavez has ridden the gelding to both victories and will be hard to beat on the 2.5kg weight drop. The form lines of CHEVAL PEGASUS (6) and TO REMEMBER (11) have tapered off recently but both gallopers are handy sit-sprinters capable of springing an upset result on their best performances.
(Race 6 Selections: 1 – 8 – 6 – 11)
From the trials conducted at SLTC on October 20, four-year-old galloper STORM TO FINISH (9) was by far the most impressive performance of the morning and looks a winning chance in the 1200m Class 3 contest. The gelding looks a progressive type in the making with only nine career starts to date for three wins and despite being diagnosed with a respiratory problem post-race, is coming off an eye-catching 3rd over 1300m on September 27. Benny Woodworth rides the gelding for the first time but the veteran jockey has combined with trainer Ricky Choi for seven wins during the past twelve-month period. Former Hong Kong performer, STORM CHASER (3) resumes since breaking the Malaysian duck back in August and is a definite watch first-up. The gelding was a late scratching at Ipoh for refusing to load prior to going for a two-month break but hopefully his manners have been remedied and a forward showing is expected. Former Australian GILDED VOYAGER (1) will strip a lot fitter second-up and can easily atone without surprising while BANKER’S WARRIOR (10) had no luck last start but appears well weighted with the 3kg apprentice claim.
(Race 7 Selections: 9 – 3 – 1 – 10)
NAVARRE CROWN (7) appears well handicapped to go back-to-back in the 1300m Open Novice for leading trainer Simon Dunderdale. NAVARRE CROWN (7) finished runner up behind progressive galloper Strategise on debut before easily accounting for a Restricted Maiden lineup at start here last month. The Yes Yes Yes gelding will more than likely go around at a short quote but he does look hard to beat on exposed form. KNOW AT HEART (1) has been far from disgraced against Class 3 opposition and the former Hong Kong galloper will strike a much easier assignment. SUN MOON STARS (3) was specked at long odds when breaking the maiden tag three weeks ago and is capable of measuring up while CAPET REGENT (10) can be considered for the exotics.
(Race 10 Selections: 7 – 1 – 3 – 10)
Tarry, De Kock hold Aces on Charity Mile Day
Saturday’s 10-race Highveld meeting at TAB Turffontein on 31 October is packed with quality, with the Grade 2 Allied Steelrode – Onamission Charity Mile the headline act, supported by a pair of Grade 3 contests for three-year-olds and three Listed races.
While the Charity Mile’s community initiative ensures that the day ultimately has many winners beyond the racecourse, there are plenty of attractive betting propositions for punters, with the powerful stables of Sean Tarry and that of Mike & Mathew de Kock dominating the feature-race landscape.
Race 4, the Grade 3 Starling Stakes for three-year-old fillies, sees eight of the 12 runners representing the Tarry and De Kock stables.
De Kock’s Flower Island, a last-start winner of the Grade 2 Fillies & Mares Joburg Spring Challenge, renews rivalry with Tarry’s Get Up. There is unfinished business between the pair: Get Up defeated Flower Island in the Grade 2 Alan Robertson at the end of their two-year-old campaigns, before Flower Island avenged that defeat with a winning three-year-old reappearance.
Get Up is now 1kg better off for a 2-length defeat and enjoys a better draw, so there should be little separating the two again. Tarry, however, throws five runners at the race, with Alice B Toklas, Secretary Bird, Griselda and Within Reach joining Get Up to provide the yard with plenty of firepower.
De Kock’s trio is headed by Flower Island, with Good Day Sunshine and new stable recruit In Hot Water (formerly with James Crawford in the Western Cape) completing the De Kock trio.
Flower Island and Get Up look the principal protagonists, although the depth of the race makes it one where exotic players may want to go wide.
The three-year-old males take centre stage in Race 5, the Grade 3 TAB Graham Beck Stakes over 1400m, where Fish Tales sets the standard. This unbeaten Heavenly Blue colt, a last-start winner of the Grade 2 Umkhomazi Stakes at Hollywoodbets Greyville at the end of his two-year-old campaign, makes his first appearance for the De Kock stable after switching from James Crawford’s barn.
There is considerable scope for improvement from Fish Tales as a three-year-old, and his pedigree suggests the additional 200m should be firmly in his favour. Perhaps even more significant for punters is that, of De Kock’s four runners, stable jockey Callan Murray has opted to partner Fish Tales, despite the colt’s awkward 11 draw. That is a notable vote of confidence.
The big one is Race 7, the Grade 2 Allied Steelrode – Onamission Charity Mile over 1600m, where De Kock launches a four-pronged assault against a strong Tarry coupling that is made up of the two Grade 1 winners in the field, Cosmic Speed and Grand Empire.
The latter has a score to settle with the De Kock-trained Splittheeights. During their highly productive three-year-old campaigns, Splittheeights chased home Grand Empire in the Grade 1 SA Classic over 1800m, having previously beaten Tarry’s charge in the Grade 2 Gauteng Guineas over this same 1600m course and distance.
Grand Empire has the advantage of a comeback run under his belt and should strip fitter for it, but his 18 draw is an obvious concern. Splittheeights, by contrast, has landed gate 4, is unbeaten over the course and distance and Murray gets back in the irons. With just 53.5kg on his back, the De Kock inmate appears attractively weighted.
The only question mark is fitness, though the yard’s assessment is that the lightly raced Vercingetorix colt is not yet 100%, but fit enough to acquit himself competitively. Given his course-and-distance record, favourable draw and weight, he nevertheless looks good value to make a winning return.
And then there is Race 8, the Listed 4Racing Java Stakes over 2400m, where De Kock-trained Curious Girl rates one of the day’s strongest exotic-bet anchors. The filly, winner of last season’s SA Derby, is unbeaten in two starts over the TAB Turffontein Standside track. She made an encouraging seasonal return in the Michaelmas Handicap over 1900m at Hollywoodbets Greyville earlier this month. The step up to 2400m is ideal and she is the best-weighted runner in the lineup. With fitness already established and the extra 500m tailor-made for her, Curious Girl has plenty going for her.
Clive Robinson
2026 Betway Summer Cup: Johannesburg’s Historic Racing Spectacle Returns to TAB...
South Africa’s racing spotlight will turn to Johannesburg on Saturday, 28 November 2026, when the prestigious Betway Summer Cup returns to TAB Turffontein Racecourse for another spectacular afternoon of top-class thoroughbred racing.
Widely regarded as one of the highlights of the South African racing calendar, the Summer Cup combines sporting excellence, rich tradition and a vibrant social atmosphere. With a prize purse of R6 million, the Grade 1 feature promises to attract some of the country’s finest racehorses, leading jockeys and most accomplished trainers.
This year’s celebration, themed “Celebrate Summer”, promises far more than just a day at the races.
A Racing Tradition Dating Back to 1887
Few horse races can boast a history as closely connected to their home city as the Summer Cup. Johannesburg was founded in 1886 following the discovery of gold, and horse racing soon became part of the emerging city’s identity. The Johannesburg Turf Club was established in 1887, with its inaugural meeting featuring the Johannesburg Handicap, the predecessor of today’s Summer Cup. Originally contested over two miles for a prize of £250, the race has undergone numerous transformations throughout its remarkable history. It officially became known as the Summer Cup in 2001, while Betway took over title sponsorship in 2022. Today, almost 140 years after its origins, the race remains one of Johannesburg’s most celebrated sporting traditions.The Ultimate Grade 1 Challenge
The centrepiece of the meeting is the R6 million Betway Summer Cup, a Grade 1 handicap contested over 2000 metres on Turffontein’s demanding Standside track. Unlike weight-for-age races, a handicap requires horses to carry different weights according to their assessed abilities, creating the potential for thrilling contests between established champions and emerging stars. The 2026 race has a maximum field of 20 runners, with the handicap weights ranging from 54kg to 60kg. Turffontein itself presents a formidable challenge. Its famous uphill section, beginning around the 1200-metre mark, places considerable demands on stamina and endurance. Over this testing course, tactical positioning, patience and a perfectly timed finishing effort can make the difference between victory and defeat.Mocha Blend Returns Among a Star-Studded Entry
One of the most fascinating stories surrounding the 2026 Summer Cup is the possible return of defending champion Mocha Blend. Trained by Frank Robinson and ridden by Tristan Godden, Mocha Blend produced one of the greatest upsets in recent Summer Cup history when she captured the 2025 edition at extraordinary odds of 100-1. The daughter of Ideal World defeated Olivia’s Way by half a length, delivering a memorable first Grade 1 victory for both her trainer and jockey. Her name appears among the early nominations for the 2026 renewal, raising the exciting possibility of back-to-back Summer Cup triumphs. However, defending her crown will be anything but straightforward. A total of 43 horses were nominated at the first entry stage, with 42 appearing on the initial official rankings published on 13 October. At the top of that list stands Gladatorian, trained by Stuart Ferrie. The accomplished gelding strengthened his credentials with a victory in the Grade 2 Betway Joburg Spring Challenge at Turffontein in early October. Mocha Blend occupies second position in the initial rankings, followed by Sean Tarry’s Grade 1 SA Classic winner Grand Empire. Other prominent contenders include Fire Attack, Jan Van Goyen, King Pelles, Holding Thumbs and Native Ruler. The powerful father-and-son partnership of Mike and Mathew de Kock has nominated seven horses, including multiple Grade 1 winner Jan Van Goyen. Mike de Kock has an extraordinary record in the event, having trained nine Summer Cup winners during his celebrated career. With challengers nominated from Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal and the Western Cape, the 2026 contest is shaping up as a fascinating battle between some of South Africa’s strongest racing stables. The final field is scheduled to be announced on 17 November, meaning the early nominations and rankings remain subject to change.More Than One Major Race
Although the Summer Cup takes centre stage, the supporting programme is another major attraction. The 2026 meeting is scheduled to feature several additional graded races, including:- Grade 2 Betway Dingaans (1600m): An important contest showcasing promising three-year-old talent.
- Grade 3 Merchants (1160m): An exciting sprint featuring specialist speedsters.
- Grade 3 Fillies Mile (1600m): A valuable opportunity for talented young fillies to demonstrate their potential.
- Listed Carry On Alice Stakes (1160m): Another competitive sprint that adds depth to the programme.
Where Racing Meets Fashion and Entertainment
The Summer Cup has developed into much more than a traditional racing fixture. Under the 2026 theme “Celebrate Summer”, organisers are preparing a celebration of Johannesburg’s distinctive energy, combining elite racing with fashion, music, food and premium hospitality. Racegoers can look forward to a colourful atmosphere, stylish outfits, live entertainment and an exciting social experience. From passionate racing enthusiasts to first-time visitors, the event offers different ways to enjoy one of Johannesburg’s most prestigious sporting occasions. General admission tickets start at R100, while premium hospitality packages provide additional options for those seeking an exclusive raceday experience.A Summer Cup Full of Possibilities
From its origins in the gold-rush era to its modern status as a multimillion-rand Grade 1 showpiece, the Summer Cup continues to represent the enduring spirit of South African horse racing. The 2026 edition offers several compelling questions. Can Mocha Blend repeat her remarkable 2025 success? Will Gladatorian turn his impressive recent form into Grade 1 glory? Could a rising star from one of South Africa’s leading stables emerge to claim the prestigious trophy? Whatever the outcome, the Betway Summer Cup promises another unforgettable chapter in Johannesburg’s racing history. On 28 November 2026, all roads lead to TAB Turffontein — where tradition, racing excellence and the excitement of summer come together.Fourie in for a pretty awesome day
Jockey Richard Fourie continues to set a high standard, with his strike rate around the 20% mark.
Much of that success is due to his continued stream of winners at TAB Fairview for trainer Alan Greeff. They team up in all eight races on Friday, but it will be the filly in Race 4, Pretty Awesome, who attracts the most interest from punters, especially for the exotics.
Pretty Awesome has had just three starts so far and won her second outing. The well-bred daughter of Gimmethegreenlight is improving and should be at her best over this course and distance, a MR 68 Handicap over 1400m on the turf.
A bad draw might force Richard Fourie to drop her out early, but she has already shown a good finishing kick. Provided she gets luck in running, she looks the banker bet.
Racing returns to the turf, and there are a number of tricky races, but George Handel in Race 5 and Red Birch in Race 8 should give us a run for our money.
George Handel is on a long losing run, but jockey Muzi Yeni knows how to get the best out of him, and he has been very consistent of late. He is probably even better on the grass and should be doing his best work late.
Trainer Dean Smith has his yard in decent form, and Red Birch is clearly improving. This daughter of Erik The Red is unbeaten in two starts since cheekpieces were applied, and she wears them again.
Jockey Craig Zackey has got her to quicken nicely in both those wins, and she can overcome a difficult draw to score.
Clive Robinson
Sha Tin Track Spy: Sunday, 28 October
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Race 3 – 10 VIVA CHALEUR
He was urged forward early to stalk the leader from a wide draw last start before weakening in the straight to finish seventh, beaten 3.25 lengths over this distance on turf. The form has since been franked, with the winner going on to place in Class 4.
The return to the AWT, where he recorded his sole local win, should work in his favour, and he is worth considering as a value option.
Race 4 – 11 BULL ATTITUDE
On a highly competitive mark, he was badly held up from the 400m to the 100m last start but still flashed home late to finish fourth over 1650m at this track, beaten by only a neck. With a clear passage, a top-three finish was well within reach.
Well weighted in this week’s field, he appears to be edging closer to a win and can make amends with better luck in running.
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Race 1 – 7 SUPERB GUY
He was slow to begin from a wide draw last start and had to settle well off the speed in a race dominated by the frontrunners. Once balanced in the straight, he finished off strongly to claim sixth over 1400m. With a clean getaway this time, he looks capable of securing a top-three finish.
Race 7 – 5 GOOD CHAP
Despite the wide draw, he comes off an encouraging first-up effort, posting the second-fastest final 400m sectional to finish sixth over this track and distance. He has performed well on the All-Weather track and, with a more economical run, could finish in the money second-up.
Matsunyane set to continue creating beautiful art
Jockey Kabelo Matsunyane could well be described as Art Nouveau’s muse, as he seems to be a source of inspiration for the five-year-old mare to produce her best work.
Since pairing up with Matsunyane at the end of July, the daughter of Querari has won twice and placed twice in their four outings together – all over 2000m.
The two are set to continue their creative partnership at the TAB Vaal on Thursday 29 October in Race 5, a FM 92 Handicap ovber 1800m.
Trained by Tony Peter, there is no question mark behind her stamina, and racing off a career-high mark of 84, she is the one to beat.
The biggest threat could be Onetwobucklemyshoe, trained by Candice and Tammy Dawson. This four-year-old filly will, however, be travelling beyond 1600m for the first time.
She will also be making her seasonal debut after a layoff of 105 days, so there might just be a few cobwebs that need to be blown out.
The two are drawn alongside in gates five and six, so there’s no real advantage for either.
A third runner to keep an eye on is Hat’s Queen. Stablemate to Art Nouveau, she returned to the Highveld after a rather disappointing campaign at the coast end of last season. She ran out of steam when clipped on her seasonal bow 26 days ago, but could produce a very different effort now settled back home and stripping fitter.
Peter does regard her highly as attested by her participation in four graded races. She is also by far the highest rated runner in the field with a grading of 100.
In Race 8, a MR74 Handicap over 1600m, Duke Of Lorraine is very likely to complete a hat-trick for the stable of Mike and Mathew de Kock.
The three-year-old son of Rafeef is a two-time winner from four starts and is a miler through and through. With a total of 13 runners in the race, some argy-bargy is expected, but Duke Of Lorraine has proven that he isn’t easily distracted. He won his last after being brushed at the start, so one must assume he has the capacity to deal with whatever comes his way.
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