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R1 – PRIX MUNJIZ – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 16.000
1. AL MUWAIJI – Unplaced when last seen. 2nd at Royan over 1600m in August 2022. Can make
presence felt
2. DJENAH – Has been racing in Poland. 3rd at Vaisovie over 2000m in December 2022. Might
find this difficult
3. ABABYL – Unplaced latest three runs. A fair 2nd at Pau last December over 2000m. Needs to
get back on track
4. CHARI DE GHAZAL – Unplaced on latest outing at Mont-De-Marsan 16 days ago. Needs vast
improvement to feature
5. CASCADE DE GHAZAL – Was beaten a long way when racing at Toulouse on only start to date
over 2100m last November. Hard to fancy
6. NEAUCE AL MAURY – Unplaced on only run this year. 4th of 7 at Vichy last August over 1400m
was encouraging. Can be involved
7. JT DE FAUST – A good 3rd two starts ago at Toulouse in November. Will be fit from a recent
run 16 days ago. Key chance
8. NIMIR – Unraced son of JALOOD AL KHALIDIAH, the Dam was a winner. Can be expected to
be ready for debut. Player
Summary : JT DE FAUST (7) was very likely in need of the race when racing 16 days ago. She
put in a good effort when third at Toulouse last November and a return to that sort of form bodes
well for a good run. NIMIR (8) has a choice pedigree and will be nicely tuned for his debut, he could
be the biggest threat to the main choice. NEAUCE AL MAURY (6) has shown she has talent, will
be better for her latest outing, and can be involved. AL MUWAIJI (1) has lots of experience including
a fourth at this venue last year, and should put up a bold show.
SELECTIONS
JT DE FAUST (7) – NIMIR (8) – NEAUCE AL MAURY (6) – AL MUWAIJI (1)
R2 – PRIX PIERRE ET BENOIT VERGEZ – 2100m (a1 5/16m) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 27.500
1. VERTIGO POMPADOUR AA – Won well at Toulouse over 2000m in March by 3.5L. Can improve
off that and is the form pick
2. FREE DANCE AA – Did well when winning at Tarbes over 2100m last month. Could make nice
progress from that and looks a live contender
3. CRONOS AA – Not involved when last seen at Tarbes over 2100m in mid-April. Has plenty to
find on what seen so far
4. SI YOU SOON AA – A useful 2nd at Tarbes over 2100m when only beaten 0.75L. Can take a
step forward and is sure to be involved
5. KRIPTOGENE D’AYZA AA – Out of the frame at Tarbes over 2100m in April. Not one for the
shortlist
6. BAND JO AA – Unplaced at Tarbes over 2100m in April. Makes limited appeal against some
useful rivals
7. KISS ME DE TANUES AA – Unraced Filly by CRISTAL DE TANNES, the Dam was a winner.
Market guide best to expected performance
8. SIDJY AA – Ran a fair race when 4th at Tarbes last month over 2100m. Needs more to trouble
some of these
9. KIRIE AA – Ran well when 2nd at Toulouse behind VERTIGO POMPADOUR AA (1) and is better
off at the weights today. A bit more is needed but should not be overlooked
Summary : VERTIGO POMPADOUR AA (1) can follow up on a good win at Toulouse when making
virtually all the running and scoring cosily. FREE DANCE AA (2) looks like a promising type after a
win at Tarbes two weeks ago and poses the biggest opponent for the likely favourite. KIRIE AA (9)
was a good second to VERTIGO POMPADOUR AA (1) when they met at Toulouse and meets on
more favourable terms weight-wise, and looks the each-way choice. SI YOU SOON AA (4) has to
be included after a promising effort when second at Tarbes behind FREE DANCE AA (2).
SELECTIONS
VERTIGO POMPADOUR AA (1) – FREE DANCE AA (2) – KIRIE AA (9) – SI YOU SOON AA
(4)
R3 – PRIX CHARLES DE CHAISEMARTIN – 2100m (a1 5/16m) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 27.000
1. MADAOUA AA – Won with a bit in hand over 2100m by 3L on 9th April. Can progress and looks
the best option
2. PESO DI LEGNO AA – A nice 3rd to MADAOUA AA when they met at Tarbes over 2100m last
month. Needs more to make up the leeway but is a threat
3. PETITEJACQ AA – Filly-making debut by MASTEROFTHEHORE, the Dam was a winner.
Market guide best for clues
4. KASTLE PONTADOUR AA – A Filly making her debut by CASTLE DE BERLAIS, the Dam was
a winner. Should be ready to put in a good performance on her first appearance
5. FIRE STONE AA – Unplaced at Tarbes over 2100m in April. Has to make a good deal of
improvement against some useful rivals
6. KHEOPS DE BUJ AA – 2nd in the Tarbes race over 2100m last month against two rivals she
meets again today. Another good run anticipated
7. KOLCHIQUA AA – 5th behind MADAOUA AA (1) over 2100m at Tarbes. Needs to raise her
game to feature
8. KAPLA D’OC AA – Unraced Filly by PABAN DE FRANCE AA, the Dam was placed. Any market
support should be noted
9. HIROND’ELLE AA – Unraced Filly by PABAN DE FRANCE, the Dam was a winner. Market guide
best watched
Summary : MADAOUA AA (1) won like a useful performer by 3L at Tarbes and looks difficult to
oppose. PESO DI LEGNO AA (2) has a bit of ground to find on the form selection on a recent run
at Tarbes, but can certainly make more of a race of it today. KHEOPS DE BUJ AA (6) split the two
previous horses mentioned at Tarbes and can once again give another good account of herself
today on more favoured terms weight-wise.
SELECTIONS
MADAOUA AA (1) – PESO DI LEGNO AA (2) – KHEOPS DE BUJ AA (6) – KASTLE
PONTADOUR AA (4)
R4 – PRIX DE LA SOURCE DE BUGLOSE – 2100m (a1 5/16m) – TURF – Claiming Handicap – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 12.000
1. EL INGRATO – Unplaced on the last outing, but was 4th before that at Fontainebleau over
2200m. Live contender
2. IZANA BERE – 2nd at Tarbes over 2300m last month. Won at Pau over 2000m in December.
Key chance
3. ASSIER – A few unplaced runs recently, but won at Pau in February over 2000m on the allweather surface. Merits consideration
4. CHAAM – Numerous unplaced runs over various trips. Has dropped 5.5kg in the ratings but
others preferred
5. BATTLE OF THE NILE – Two unplaced runs of late, but was 3rd at La-Teste-Bassin Aracachon
over 1800m last June. Can be involved
6. LE TAMADA – Unplaced when last seen, but a fair 3rd before that over 2450m in October. Needs
more to feature
7. SISON – A fair 3rd at San Sebastian (Spain) over 2200m in April. One for the shortlist
8. VITOR – Has been in regressive form for some time, and has tried different distances. Happy to
watch for now
9. MARTIN’S JUSIS – Has been below par on the latest four outings. Ran with credit over 1900m
in October in a Class 2. Needs to get back on track
10. ATHELIA – 5th over 2000m 13 days ago in a similar event. Expected to be competitive
Summary : Plenty to like about the recent second-place run of IZANA BERE (2) at Tarbes and she
can go one better today. EL INGRATO (1) slightly fluffed his lines when last seen, after some
consistent form this year. He can be expected to give a good performance today. BATTLE OF THE
NILE (5) is another that has put in a couple of lesser performances recently but is one to include in
each way selections. ASSIER (3) needs to bounce back to the form shown when winning at Pau in
February to get involved.
SELECTIONS
IZANA BERE (2) – EL INGRATO (1) – BATTLE OF THE NILE (5) – ASSIER (3)
R5 – PRIX DES CURES THERMALES – 2100m (a1 5/16m) – TURF – Condition Race – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 15.000
1. LADY PINK – Has won twice from 17 starts, achieved a high ratings and gets regular rider
Pouchin aboard. Expect her to go close
2. BY THE WAY – Has been holding form since winning at Cagnes and his last two runs have been
positive. Big runner
3. YQUELON – Won his penultimate start at Toulouse over 2100m on the 18th March. Last run only
finished 11th. Needs to build on that
4. QAISER – Last ran at Pau in February finishing 2nd, is a 3 time winner and has a very big winning
chance in this
5. AUTUMN PRIDE – Only had 3 runs locally and can build on his penultimate 4th at Vichy. Good
chance
6. FAMILY AFFAIR – Two dismal efforts thus far and will need big improvement to threaten the
fancied runners
7. OCEAN CHOP – Has not shown much to date and will need lot of improving to feature
8. DANKO – Last three races have been in Spain where he did not shine but obvious chance based
on French form. Yet to win locally
9. HERRING ISLAND – Makes his local debut, last win was at Navan over 1600m in 2022. Will
need to improve a tad but cannot be ignored from any bets
10. CALLIOPE – Has recorded 5 victories to date, finished 5th at Mont De Marsan over 2000m on
15th April. More needed here and an outside chance
11. INDIAN DEAL – Finished 2nd at Pau over 2000m in December last year but her last two runs
have not been encouraging
Summary : QAISER (4) has solid form and won over 2400m the last time he was a winner and his
recent efforts have been encouraging. He finished 2nd at Pau in February and rates a very big
chance. BY THE WAY (2) has held consistent form since winning at Cagnes. His last two runs have
been very good under Christophe Soumillon and he will have a lively chance. LADY PINK (1), the
filly, has achieved high ratings and boasts 2 wins from 17 starts. She gets the services of regular
rider Pouchin and can make her presence felt. AUTUMN PRIDE (5) has had only three local starts
and can build on that form.
SELECTIONS
QAISER (4) – BY THE WAY (2) – LADY PINK (1) – AUTUMN PRIDE (5)
R6 – PRIX ROYAL HAMPTON – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Condition Race – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 30.000
1. IRTYCH – One of several likely improvers in the race given the benefit of an introductory run.
Finished 6th on debut over 900m and should be wiser to the task now
2. STARZO FAL – Showed a willing attitude when 3rd behind FASNY (8) on debut, stuck to task
gamely from a handy position. Has a bit to find but Maxime Guyon now
3. GRAND SON OF CALYX – Was an encouraging 4th of 13 over 900m at this course on debut
and is likely to know more about it now. Could have a role to play
4. MIST OF LIR – Built on his debut 6th to finish an improved 4th next time out and experience
should stand him in good stead. More needed but has a place chance
5. LORD MIESQUE – Held on the form his debut 7th but is open to improvement with that
experience under his belt. Outsider
6. COSTARMORICAIN – Finished in midfield when 8th of 15 inon debut at Chantilly. Will need to
take a big step forward to get a look in here
7. BLUE RIBBON – Finished an encouraging 5th of 15 in a 1000m beginners’ race at Chantilly and
should have more to offer with that experience under the belt. Respect
8. FASNY – Showed promise when finishing 2nd on debut at Le Lion-d’Angers and ought to have
gained plenty from that experience. Include
9. TANIS – Stéphanie Nigge-trained Zelzal newcomer who will be ridden by Dorian Provost. Watch
10. GRADE MAKER – Edouard Monfort-trained Goken filly who is one to note on debut with Théo
Bachelot booked to ride. Keep safe
11. TILILA – Well-related Saxon Warrior debutante trained by Andre Fabre. Alexis Pouchin rides
this half-sister to Listed winner Toliman
Summary : André Fabre-trained newcomer TILILA (11) is a Saxon Warrior half-sister to the wellperformed Listed winner Toliman, so it wouldn’t come as a surprise if she was to make a winning
debut. To do so, she will have to thwart the challenge of likely improver FASNY (8) who will be
wiser to the task after a promising 2nd on debut at Le Lion-d’Angers. Goken filly GRADE MAKER
(10) is another newcomer to note, as the booking of Théo Bachelot bodes well for her chances on
debut. The shortlist is completed by STARZO FAL (2), BLUE RIBBON (7) and GRAND SON OF
CALYX (3) who are all open to improvement after encouraging introductions.
SELECTIONS
TILILA (11) – FASNY (8) – GRADE MAKER (10) – STARZO FAL (2)
R7 – PRIX AICHA – WATHBA STALLIONS CUP – 2300m (a1 7/16m) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 16.000
1. IVAN DE FAUST – One run for one win and was impressive. That was in December last year,
but expected to run well fresh
2. BARIZ – Placed three from five and is attractively rated 43. Last run was 5th at Mont-De-Marsan
in April. Bright chance
3. IMPULSE DESANSES – Finished 3rd at Montauban over 2250m in his last run, is lightly raced
and should win very soon, if not today
4. JOMAR DES AUBUS – Has caught the eye placing three from three and is rated 44. Good last
run when finishing 3rd over 2000m at Pau. Bright chance
5. AINHOA PETRUCIO – A winner at Agen three starts ago over 2500m, expect more and include
in most bets
6. HASHEM – Only had 4 starts of which 2 were in Italy. His last run was a 3rd over 2150m at MontDe-Marsan and must be taken seriously
7. RAFEEQ – Made a smashing debut finishing 2nd over 2150m at Mont-De-Marsan and should
take a power of beating
8. CHOUF THE STAR – Made a fair debut at La Teste finishing 6th over 1900m and has tons of
scope to improve
9. LARTISTE DU PAON – Comes from the Trigodet yard and is by Munjiz whom might need the
experience on debut
10. KAYAW AL CASSAGNE – Never caught the eye on debut finishing downfield but could
certainly strengthen from that effort
11. AL HADAB – Finished 9th first time at the races and has scope to get better
12. ASSOUAN – Will need to improve on debut 14th to threaten here and others are much preferred
13. KHATAR DES FORGES – Debutante from the Thomas-Demeaulte yard by No Risk Al Maury
whom could make his presence felt
14. SAKLAWI AL CHAM – A son of Azadi out of a Sakbe mare. Keep watch on the market trends
with him
Summary : RAFEEQ (7) will be ridden by Valentin Seguy and this son of Al Mourtajez made a
sparkling debut at Mont-De-Marsan over 2150m on the 18th April finishing second. He steps up in
trip, which should suit and could take a power of beating. IVAN DE FAUST (1) has only raced once
and it was a winning one. He impressed and can remain unbeaten after this. His debut was at Pau
over 2400m, so the distance is no issue. HASHEM (6) has had 4 starts and 2 of them were in Italy.
His last run he finished 3rd over 2150m at Mont-De-Marsan and is an exciting prospect. AINHOA
PETRUCIO (5) was a winner three starts back and has only raced twice this year. Expect a lot
more from him.
SELECTIONS
RAFEEQ (7) – IVAN DE FAUST (1) – HASHEM (6) – AINHOA PETRUCIO (5)
R8 – PRIX GREFFULHE – 2100m (a1 5/16m) – TURF – Group 3 – Group – Flat – EUR € 80.000
1. HARRY WAY – Smart sort who has never finished worse than 2nd in 7 starts, winning 3 of them.
Narrowly beaten in a Group III last time and likely to be in the shake-up again
2. RASHFORD – Consistent colt with solid form references to his name. Was behind GREENLAND
(3) when finishing 4th in 1800m Group III last time, so has a bit to find
3. GREENLAND – Progressive Saxon Warrior colt who stayed on to finish 3rd in an 1800m Group
III at ParisLongchamp on his reappearance. Step up in trip could bring improvement
4. FORTUNE – Exciting prospect who was unbeaten last year but lost his 100% record when 3rd
in a Group III on his reapperance last month. Can get back to winning ways here
5. ZALAMO – Well-beaten 7th in an 1800m Group III last time and is held on that form by both
GREENLAND (3) and RASHFORD (2). Outsider, place chance only
Summary : FORTUNE (4) and HARRY WAY (1) are closely matched on the form of a recent Group
III contest over this trip which the latter edged. It could, however, pay to follow the progress of the
former who was making his seasonal reappearance that day, so likely to turn the tables with
improved fitness on his side. GREENLAND (3), who also finished 3rd in a Group III on his
reappearance, would’ve tightened up since and could have more to offer going this distance for the
first time – Christophe Soumillon rides for Aidan O’Brien. Consistent RASHFORD (2) completes the
shortlist.
SELECTIONS
FORTUNE (4) – HARRY WAY (1) – GREENLAND (3) – RASHFORD (2)
R9 – PRIX SOLEDAD DE MORATALLA – 2300m (a1 7/16m) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20.000
1. MITUMBA – Finished 8th in February in a similar contest and can build on that effort. Winner in
her penultimate and should trouble the judges
2. MAITRE DE MUSIQUE – Lightly raced but has shown ability and progression. Won at Mont-DeMarsan over 2150m and can go close
3. COLOMBIANA – Won her penultimate at le Bouscat over 1900m and has only raced twice this
year. Her chances are bright
4. LOVING STAR – Finished 4th at Fontainebleau on the 4th April over 2600m in a handicap.
Boasts solid form and is the one to beat
5. PIANINO – Knocking loudly at the door having found second spot in his last two and is up in trip.
Go close
6. TEOUMAMOU – Won on the 16th April at Angouleme over 2200m earning a rating of 32, two
efforts before were a tad disappointing
7. KERDINA – Has run 14 times for 10 places and will have a small place chance based on
penultimate 3rd at Pornichet
8. GERMINAL – Brings a rating of 30 into the race, good last run when 2nd over 2400m at Lyon.
Each way chance
9. UN PRINCE – Has shown very little in four starts to date and a lot more is needed to threaten
10. LOVELY TRAOU LAND – Last run at Toulouse was encouraging finishing 3rd over 2100m in
March, an outsider that could earn minor money
11. COSMIC GODDESS – Recent efforts have been attractive in Spain, has raced here in France
before but has a bit to do to threaten here
Summary : LOVING STAR (4) brings solid form into the race and is improving with racing
experience. Her recent runs have been competitive finishing in the money in her last four. She has
achieved a competitive rating and has a strong winning chance and is therefore the firm first
selection. PIANINO (5) has been knocking loudly at the door finishing 2nd in his last two. He rises
in trip to 2300m, which could be the master stroke. COLOMBIANA (3) has only had 2 races this
year and was a winner at her penultimate at Bouscat. She finished 4th most recently at Toulouse
over 2100m and should trouble the judge. MITUMBA (1) is lightly raced and must be factored into
all bets.
SELECTIONS
LOVING STAR (4) – PIANINO (5) – COLOMBIANA (3) – MITUMBA (1)
R10 – PRIX DES COTEAUX DE LA SEINE – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 53.000
1. CLEVER CANDY – Last-start winner of a Listed race in Germany. Has already distinguished
herself at Quinté+ level so warrants respect with Stéphane Pasquier engaged to ride
2. FEEL YOUR POWER – Made an encouraging comeback at Fontainebleau and ought to improve
for that outing stepped up in distance on his return to Saint-Cloud, where he won on debut
3. LANAKEN – Consistent sort who made a first-class reappeared on the PSF at Chantilly, finishing
2nd to highly rated Fort Payne. Proven at Quinté+ level and is the one to beat here
4. MAGIC VATI – Most effective on the PSF but arrives here in good form with Théo Bachelot
booked to ride. Better to have with you than against you
5. MONTUSSAN – Made an encouraging reappearance despite finishing 8th over 1200m at
Chantilly. This longer trip is more to her liking and she did win her only start at Saint-Cloud
6. TOIJK – Unreliable of late but is quite capable of staking a claim in a race like this. Respect
7. CICCIO BOY – Regular in Quinte+ races and assured with an improved 3rd in this grade last
time at ParisLongchamp. Will be competitive with if confirming that improvement here
8. PEDRITO – Caught the eye when 4th in a Quinté+ at ParisLongchamp last month. Drawn wide
in gate 16 but remains capable of getting a look in. Place chance
9. SEE YOU BOY – Was 2nd in his first start for Alessandro & Giuseppe Botti at ParisLongchamp
and ahead of CICCIO BOY (7) and PEDRITO (8) with whom he renews rivalry. Keep safe
10. ZEROSTRESS – Not disgraced at Group 3 level in Germany but doesn’t seem to have much
room to maneuver off his current mark. Will interest the lovers of outsiders
11. WHITE PLATIN – Won at Le Lion-d’Angers on his reappearance and has won on at this track
already. Has been found wanting in two Quinté+ races though, so others are preferred
12. SEE YOU PINK – Has won her last 2 races, including one over this course and distance, but
has gone up 6,5kg as a result. Still has a lively outside chance on her Quinte+ debut
13. KOOL FIRST – Recorded his first victory on the PSF in February and could not confirm in a
Quinté+ at ParisLongchamp last month. Has also shown little in his starts on turf
14. NOCE D’OR – Should not be condemned after a recent failure at Chantilly, having finished 3rd
in a Quinté+ behind MAGIC VATI (4) previously. Could get into the picture
15. TWILIGHT – Finished 3rd on her appearance last month and ought to strip fitter for that outing.
Has a wide draw to contend with so has only a place chance at best
16. RANCON ROYALE – Won a lesser handicap race at Deauville in February before failing to
distinguish himself in a Quinté+ last time. Probably more effective on PSF, so can be ruled out
Summary : LANAKEN (3) found only the smart Fort Payne, who contests a Group II in the next
race, too good on his seasonal reappearance on the PSF at Chantilly and is likely to go one better
here reverting to the turf with improved fitness on his side. CICCIO BOY (7) has been inconsistent
recently but is capable of playing a leading role if confirming the improvement of his last start. SEE
YOU BOY (9) was 2nd in a recent Quinté+ at ParisLongchamp and should also be competitive on
that form. MONTUSSAN (5) ran a better race than her ranking (8th) suggests when returning from
a layoff and could, on her best form, get into the picture too. Consistent PSFR performer MAGIC
VATI (4), ridden by Théo Bachelot, and CLEVER CANDY (1), who won a recent Listed race in
Germany, complete the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
LANAKEN (3) – CICCIO BOY (7) – SEE YOU BOY (9) – MONTUSSAN (5)
R11 – PRIX J.L. DE ROUX – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Handicap – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 14.000
1. BEYOND MY DREAMS – Has notched up 7 wins but taking time to win again. Has a consistent
rating of 24 and should be able to finish in the first four
2. FORCE CAT – Consistent overall form and won well in April over this distance. Can go very close
to winning
3. PEDRO DES AIGLES – Last few efforts have been non-inspiring and others are much preferred
4. JUSTE BERE – Had a stint in Spain and ran very well back here, especially enjoyed the drop to
1400m. Lively chance
5. HONG KONG STAR – Knows what it takes to get the job done, last run finished 2nd at MontDe-Marsan over 1400m and is the one to beat
6. PINK GOLD – Is a 4 time winner and rated 23,5. Can be a tad erratic but impressed when winning
penultimate over a mile at Toulouse
7. ESTOKENIA – Has not caught the attention since winning three starts ago at Agen
8. BEACON TOWERS – Should make her presence felt based on penultimate race when 2nd over
1350m at Senonnes in April. Should be competitive
9. RIONEGRO – Last two efforts were way below par but placed three starts ago at Pau over 1600.
A bit more needed for the win
10. TWIN BOY – Has only won once from 53 starts but last run in 4th at Compiegne was very
hopeful. A must for most bets
11. KALEOROUNA – Has not excelled in 2 starts this year and has a low rating of 19. Cannot be
fancied on current form
12. CHEEKY TRAOU LAND – Has won many races before but is taking time to score again.
Penultimate at Cagnes-Sur-Mer finished 3rd and could be outside place value
13. SPANISH BLOOD – Cannot be selected on current form and would be a surprise winner here
14. THIRD APPLE – Has had a few attempts this year already and been finishing just off them
recently. Outside place chance
Summary : HONG KONG STAR (5) gets then services of rider Anthony Crastus and this filly knows
what racing is all about having raced many times for two wins and several places. She put her
average penultimate run behind her finishing 2nd at Mont-De-Marsan over this distance in April.
She is the one to beat. FORCE CAT (2) has overall consistent form and her win in April over 1400m
at Mont-De-Marsan was solid. She is a big runner and can give plenty cheek. JUSTE BERE (4)
was is Spain 3 runs back and served up a better effort when dropped back to 1400m. BEYOND
MY DREAMS (1) is a 7 time winner but has not won four a while. In saying that, his rating is
consistent at 24 and has a say.
SELECTIONS
HONG KONG STAR (5) – FORCE CAT (2) – JUSTE BERE (4) – BEYOND MY DREAMS (1)
R12 – PRIX DU MUGUET – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Group 2 – Group – Flat – EUR € 130.000
1. FORT PAYNE – Lightly raced five-year-old entire who has been prolific on the PSF. Has won
both his starts this year on the fibresand and is best watched until reverting to that surface
2. EREVANN – Regally bred, high-class colt. Was 3rd in last year’s Jacques le Marois (Gr.1), his
only defeat in 5 starts. Absent since winning a Group II over track and trip in October
3. THE REVENANT – Consistent veteran with solid Group form and race fitness under his belt.
Continues to run well and should have a role to play again after his 2nd in Group III last time
4. FACTEUR CHEVAL – Prolific Group performer who has maintained a consistent and high level
of form. Was 3rd in a 1600m Group III on his return and will have more to offer
5. TRIBALIST – Beat THE REVENANT (3) and FACTEUR CHEVAL (4) to win a Group III over the
course and distance on his reappearance last month. Confirmation not out of the question
6. FIRE OF THE SUN – Well-traveled colt with creditable form references, although seldom wins
his races. Will do well to play a role here
7. ROSACEA – Hugely talented filly who won Group III races at 2 and 3 years old before placing in
consecutive Group I classics last year and a Group III over track and trip. Dark horse
Summary : The exciting EREVANN (2) makes his highly anticipated reappearance in this 1600m
Group II, having been off since October when winning the Prix Daniel Wildenstein (Gr.2) over
course and distance. On that occasion, he got the better of THE REVENANT (3), who is now 1,5kg
better off, with FACTOR CHEVAL (4) back in 4th. Those re-opposing rivals have the advantage of
having already run this year and ought to mount a serious challenge but we may not have seen the
best of the lightly raced colt who is taken to confirm his superiority by making a winning comeback.
TRIBALIST (5), who beat the aformentioned pair in a 1600m Group III last month, should also make
his presence felt.
SELECTIONS
EREVANN (2) – THE REVENANT (3) – FACTEUR CHEVAL (4) – TRIBALIST (5)
R13 – PRIX BIRIBI – 2000m (a1 1/4m) – TURF – Condition Race Qualifier – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 23.000
1. STORMY – Unreliable veteran who has continued to blow hot and cold on the PSF recently.
Dangerous to ignore back on the turf at this level
2. DREAMS – Has been in excellent form this year and at this track in particular, with a win and a
2nd to his name from 2 outings at this course in 2023. Will be in the fight for victory
3. EARLY LIGHT – Has shown his versatility by winning on both surfaces but has become
inconsistent on the fibresand recently. Back on the turf now, cannot be ruled out
4. PEGASUS – Unreliable but capable sort who was 3rd at this track 3 starts back. Can play a role
on that form but will need to bounce back from 2 indifferent subsequent outings
5. MAN OF LAW – Modest colt last year though did show signs of improvement in 2 starts fitted
with blinkers. Returns after a layoff with the headgear removed but has been gelded
6. NOSDARGENT – Inconsistent veteran who is rarely seen but is effective on the turf. Hard to trust
but as hard to rule out
7. ROSETTA STONE – Has been struggling for some time now so is hard to make a case for and
unlikely to trouble the judge
8. CALCUTTA CUP – Nothing noteworthy to his name for a considerable period now. Can be ruled
out
9. WOOZHYNA – Blotted her copybook in a Quinte+ at Chantilly on her reappearance but is capable
of a lot better and will strip fitter too. Not written off just yet, could make amends
10. MADEMOISELLE ROSE – Consistent filly who was making her first start for this trainer when
finishing 2nd on her reappearance after a layoff. Should open her account with any improvement
Summary : MADEMOISELLE ROSE (10) bounced back to form in her first start for trainer
Christopher Head when finishing 2nd at Chantilly on her stable debut when returning from a lengthy
7-month absence, and with improved fitness on her side should build on that progress. She gets
5,5kg from DREAMS (2) so makes more appeal than the in-form latter. WOOZHYNA (9) is capable
of a lot better than her last start suggests but would’ve tightened up with the benefit of that
comeback run and could make her presence felt. PEGASUS ( 4) and NOSDARGENT (6) are
inconsistent but not without a prayer either.
SELECTIONS
MADEMOISELLE ROSE (10) – DREAMS (2) – WOOZHYNA (9) – PEGASUS (4)
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