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R1 – PRIX DU CHATEAU DE MAULMONT – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Handicap Claiming – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 12.000
1. HYBRID – Struggling to regain his best level but, if this race is run fast enough for him, he is
ought to play a leading role. Keep safe
2. ARCO GRANDE – Out of sorts recently but is confirmed in this category, so ought to be
competitive. Should be a factor
3. THE MANAGER – Continues to blow hot and cold but seems well placed here to stake a claim.
Warrants the utmost respect
4. MUGUETTE GIRL – Has been struggling for some time now and is unlikely to trouble the judge
here. Can be ruled out
5. SAKHARAH – Has been out of sorts recently but, judged on his best references, is capable of a
lot better at this level. Outsider
6. COIMBRA – Inconsistent though remains capable of staking a claim in a race of this nature.
Could get into the picture
7. ULTIMATE FIGHT – Has shown signs of improvement at a lower level recently so must raise his
game to get a look in here
8. SIBUYU – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but is as
hard to rule out
9. LAWRENCE – Consistent veteran with solid form references in this grade. Offers the most
guarantees in this field
10. ENZO – Unreliable but is seldom far off the mark, so dangerous to dismiss with Eddy Hardouin
at the helm. Beware
Summary : Veteran LAWRENCE (9) has been in good form recently and, at this level with just
51,5kg on his back, is well placed to fight for victory in the opener. HYBRID (1) appreciates racing
at this track and is certainly capable of posing a threat. ARCO GRANDE (2) is out of sorts but has
sufficient references to be competitive in this grade/company. THE MANAGER (3) completes the
shortlist.
SELECTIONS
LAWRENCE (9) – HYBRID (1) – ARCO GRANDE (2) – THE MANAGER (3)
R2 – PRIX DE DIVONNE-LES-BAINS – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Condition Race – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 23.000
1. FOU FURIEUX – Has the form and experience to play a leading role. Finished a pleasing 2nd
here last time and ought to fight for victory
2. SAN REMO – Open to improvement after a modest debut (7th) and should have more to offer.
Could get into the picture
3. GOWAY – Has been irreproachable to this point, including a good recent effort at this track.
Ought to be competitive
4. FRIST GLORY – Improved with the benefit of experience to finish 3rd last time but needs to raise
his game again to have a say here
5. KIND OF STAR – Has not gone unnoticed in either outing, finishing 6th in both occasions and
this step up in distance will serve his interests. Keep safe
6. LOYAL PRINCE – Consistent sort with solid references and that experience will stand him in
good stead. Has claims here
7. TREMAINE – Well-bred newcomer who, on pedigree alone, could well be capable of doing well
from the outset. On the shortlist
8. EPIC – Seahenge colt on debut for trainer Manon Scandella-Lacaille, who has engaged
Guillaume Millet to ride. Outsider
9. TIMBER LIGHT – Hunter’s Light newcomer to be ridden by Luka Rousseau for trainer Henri-Alex
Pantall who also owns. Watch
Summary : Newcomer TREMAINE (7) could, on pedigree alone, have sufficient means to fight for
victory here with FOU FURIEUX (1), who has already revealed quality and has the benefit of
experience. The same, however, could be said of GOWAY (3) whose experience should stand him
in good stead too. LOYAL PRINCE (6) also has the means to stake a claim in the finish.
SELECTIONS
TREMAINE (7) – FOU FURIEUX (1) – GOWAY (3) – LOYAL PRINCE (6)
R3 – PRIX OMBRETTE – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Condition Race – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 23.000
1. CUNCERTA – Has shown enough to warrant inclusion here and could find this step up in distance
to her liking. Keep safe
2. BETANYX – Did not go unnoticed when finishing 5th at this venue last time. Could get into the
picture with a repeat of that performance
3. LAFAYETTE – Was slightly disappointing when only 7th on debut, but would’ve gained plenty
from that experience. Dark horse
4. BREIZHY GIRL – Finished a well-beaten 7th on debut and, while likely to improve, is probably
best watched for now
5. LIANE – Has made slight improvement with each outing but needs to do a lot more to get a look
in here. Outsider
6. FLOWERSPRING – Last-start winner over a shorter trip and could well have more to offer
stepping up to this distance. One to beat
7. MARADREAM – Dream Ahead debutante to be ridden by Sylvain Ruis for trainer Nicolas Perret.
Not one to be taken lightly
8. MOONLIGHT SQUEEZE – Well-bred debutante representing a very skilled training outfit and is
likely to go well here given the booking of Eddy Hardouin. Respect
9. MEISHO VELITE – Satoshi Kobayashi-trained Intello newcomer to be ridden by Laura Grosso
who has a 1,5kg allowance. Beware
10. ALIMAYA – Henri-Alex Pantall’s City Light newcomer to be partnered by Luka Rousseau. Has
claims on debut despite a wide draw
11. QUEEN LIZZIE – Guillaume Millet rides this City Light filly on debut for trainer Manon ScandellaLacaille. One to note
12. QUEEN SINGER – Rachel Philippon-trained Ivawood debutante who will be ridden on debut by
Guillaume Guedj-Gay. Watch for now
Summary : It’s not easy to choose between FLOWERSPRING (6), who will tackle this distance for
the first time in her career, the neophyte MOONLIGHT SQUEEZE (8), presented by an entourage
who knows how to make 2-year-olds shine from the start, and CUNCERTA (1), which will try to
make its experience prevail. For a surprise, watch out for the debutante ALIMAYA (10), labeled
“Pantall”.
SELECTIONS
FLOWERSPRING (6) – MOONLIGHT SQUEEZE (8) – CUNCERTA (1) – ALIMAYA (10)
R4 – PRIX DE DURTOL – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20.000
1. KYNADA – At the top of her game at present after three consecutive wins and will remain
competitive despite moving up in category
2. AUCOEURDELANUIT – Has shown signs of improvement in his last two starts so cannot be
underestimated. Has a place chance
3. TOOGOODFORSCHOOL – Consistent filly with solid form references. Arrives in good order and
physical condition, so should fight for victory
4. DIVINE CHRISNAT – Inconsistent but remains more than capable of staking a claim in a race of
this nature. Has to be respected
5. FLEXIBILITY – Was a winner three starts back but has struggled in both starts since. Undeniably
capable but is probably for another day
6. BALSAMAND – Consistent performer in this class and has not been far off the mark in recent
outings. Has a role to play
7. CELTIC ARYAAN – Has struggled to regain form or any consistency for some time now, so
unlikely to trouble the judge. Can be ruled out
8. SPIRIT GREY – Has maintained a good level of form and consistency recently, and in current
shape ought to be competitive. Keep safe
9. MAGIC TUNIS – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but
is as hard to rule out
10. RAJMAMAILLE – Lightly raced filly with scope to improve. Will need to do so though to make
her presence felt here
Summary : TOOGOODFORSCHOOL (3) has proven her worth at this level and that
competitiveness at this value ought to see the resurgent filly fight for victory and her consistency
could be rewarded. KYNADA (1) has continued to shine in claiming events and could pose the
biggest threat in spite of the step up in class to this category. Of the remainder, BALSAMAND (6)
and SPIRIT GREY (8) make most appeal.
SELECTIONS
TOOGOODFORSCHOOL (3) – KYNADA (1) – BALSAMAND (6) – SPIRIT GREY (8)
R5 – PRIX VILLE DE TROUVILLE-SUR-MER (PRIX PRINCE MAB) – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Condition Race – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 34.000
1. ALCANTOR – Looked to be unsuited by the 1200m trip when 3rd at Chantilly on July 1st. Won
before that over 1400m. Can be better over this journey and looks the one to beat
2. PARRHESIA – Nice win on only run at Vittel over 1600m in mid-July. Can improve and is sure
to be involved
3. OLYMPE MANCINI – Nice 2nd in a Class 2 race over 1400m last time 3 weeks ago at Le Lion
D’Angers. Live threat
4. SHIFFRIN – Won over 1600m at this track 3 weeks ago when last seen. Can play a lead role
5. LUIZA BERE – 3rd at Saint-Malo last time over 1600m in mid-July. Needs a vast improved effort
to trouble some of these
Summary : ALCANTOR (1) steps up in trip today after a run last time over 1200m at Chantilly
when he was a disappointment when he was third. He was very impressive on debut over 1400m
and today he tries the 1600m, which should be ideal. He could have the most trouble from OLYMPE
MANCINI (3) who was second over 1400m last time in a Class 2 race. She should also appreciate
the step up in trip. SHIFFRIN (4) is a course and distance winner and is sure to give another good
account of herself. PARRHESIA (2) won on debut and can only improve from that win.
SELECTIONS
ALCANTOR (1) – OLYMPE MANCINI (3) – SHIFFRIN (4) – PARRHESIA (2)
R6 – PRIX LOUIS CAMBRELENG – 2000m (a1 1/4m) – TURF – Condition Race – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 17.000
1. NOVE SU NOVE – Has shown enough to be competitive here and ought to take advantage of
his experience to stake a claim
2. DREAM SOLITAIRE – Has finished 5th in both outings and with any improvement, given that
experience, could get a look in
3. ODEMAR – Makes his reappearance but has shown enough to this point to warrant respect, so
cannot be discounted. Keep safe
4. RED NUREYEV – Open to improvement after a pleasing debut 4th and would’ve gained plenty
from that experience. Beware
5. SAADIYAT – Improving filly who has both the form and erxperience to make her presence felt
here. Not taken lightly
6. STORY TO TELL – Showed encouraging promise on debut and with any improvement is likely
to fight for victory. One to beat
7. SVENYA – Has finished 4th in both outings but will need to raise her game a great deal to have
a say here. Others preferred
8. INTEMPORELLE – Al Wukair newcomer to be ridden by Thomas Trullier for trainer Julien
Phelippon. For the lovers of outsiders
9. HYGROVE MAID – Well-bred newcomer who is presented by an in-form stable usually
formidable in these kinds of events. Respected
10. GATSBY GIRL – Werner Glanz-trained debutante who will be partnered by Guillaume GuedjGay. Best just to watch for now
Summary : After a promising 3rd on her introduction at Clairefontaine, STORY TO TELL (6) is
ought to open her account here with any improvement. She will, however, have to thwart the likely
challenge of well-bred newcomer HYGROVE MAID (9) who hails from a stable that is usually
formidable in these kinds of events. The returning ODEMAR (3) and experienced NOVE SU NOVE
(1) have a say too.
SELECTIONS
STORY TO TELL (6) – HYGROVE MAID (9) – ODEMAR (3) – NOVE SU NOVE (1)
R7 – PRIX VILLE DE TOUQUES (PRIX DES COSMOS) – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 19.000
1. MA MOME – Won over 1400m last time on July 24th at Compiegne. Consistent from and will be
hard to beat
2. FAVORY CHOP – Fair 3rd last time over 1600m at this track just over two weeks ago. Live
contender
3. ST BRIAC – 3rd at Compiegne last time over 1400m 9 days ago. Will not lack fitness and has
place claims
4. NOCTURNE SILVER – Fair 4th over 1400m at Vichy last time in mid-July. Others rate higher
5. POMELEO – Out of the frame on only run over 1600m at Vittel in July. Others make more appeal
6. ESHBELIA – Three unplaced runs so far, the latter over 1600m in July at this track. Can be
avoided
7. DASHKA – Ran 6th on last run over 1600m at this track in July, and 4th before that over 1400m.
Place chance
8. NORONHA – Fair 3rd last time over 1400m at Vichy in mid-July on the latest outing. Merits
consideration
9. DO IT FOR ME – Fair 5th last time over 1600m at this track in mid-July. One for the each way
backers
10. ZHANNA – Unplaced on the only run at Saint-Malo over 1600m on July 18th. Looks vulnerable
11. ROUANITA – Three unplaced runs so far, the latter over 1600m in mid-July. Might find a few
too good
12. ROCKET SCIENCE – 4th on last run over 1200m at Koln(Germany) in early July. Has work to
do to feature
13. BARONCINA – 4th on the last run over 1600m at this track in mid-July. Can make presence
felt
14. ENDUPUR FAL – Newcomer by Enduring Spirit, Stable that needs to be respected. Might be a
bit wiser for this run. Market support should be noted
15. RUM TUM TUGGER – 5th in a handicap last time over 1400m at Vichy a fortnight ago. Has
place possibilities
16. MENAMARA – Fair 4th over 1200m at La Teste in early June on the last run. Can place at nice
odds
Summary : MA MOME (1) has strong form in claiming races and should be too good for her rivals,
she won nicely when last seen at Compiegne 9 days ago. FAVORY CHOP (2) will make his rivals
work hard for a win. He has good recent course form and can have a say in proceedings.
BARONCINA (13) was beaten just over 1.75L into fourth when last seen at this venue just over two
weeks ago and ought to be involved. DO IT FOR ME (9) is one for the place backers to include in
all bets as she was not far behind FAVORY CHOP (2) when she was fifth over 1600m 18 days ago.
SELECTIONS
MA MOME (1) – FAVORY CHOP (2) – BARONCINA (13) – DO IT FOR ME (9)
R8 – PRIX ANTOINE NUCERA – 2400m (a1 1/2m) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20.000
1. LIXI – Has been consistent and in very good form recently, so ought to play another leading role.
Keep safe
2. WILLY WINNER – Has struggled for some time now and is unlikely to trouble the judge here, so
can be ruled out. Outsider
3. UNION SQUARE – Consistent performer in claiming races but should remain competitive here
pitched into a handicap. Respect
4. OHIME – Not disgraced last time (5th) over this course and distance, and on that form ought to
have a say here. Beware
5. EVOLVING – Improving last-start winner who looks more than capable of making a winning start
at this level. Follow
6. ALLEZ LULU – Seldom finishes far off the mark and is open to improvement. Hard to trust but
cannot be ruled out
7. MITUMBA – Has been struggling for form or consistency for some time now so is unlikely to
trouble the judge
8. DSCHINGIS VOYAGE – Undeniably capable but appears to have gone off the boil recently, so
will need to reaffirm to get a look in here
9. TWIN SCAT – Finished 3rd in his first of the season but regressed in both subsequent outings.
Others are preferred
10. DOCTEUR TOURNESOL – In good form at a lower level but has a lot more on his plate in this
grade/company, so best watched for now
11. PAPYRUS ROAD – Well placed at the bottom of the weights and more than likely to continue
his momentum. Not taken lightly
12. ROYAL POST OFFICE – Irreproachable at the moment and moves up to this category with
legitimate ambitions. Dangerous to dismiss
13. ZAHRA – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but is as
hard to rule out
Summary : EVOLVING (5) opened her account in a good style at Senonnes last time and, with
improvement likely, looks capable of following up on her handicap debut. Her opposition is likely to
be led by UNION SQUARE (3), who has been irreproachable in recent weeks, and LIXI (1) as well
as OHIME (4), who is not to be underestimated.
SELECTIONS
EVOLVING (5) – UNION SQUARE (3) – LIXI (1) – OHIME (4)
R9 – PRIX VILLE DE BENERVILLE-SUR-MER (PRIX ALWAYS FAIR) – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Condition Race Qualifier – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 23.000
1. AZOV – Has been in top form, won over 1900m last time at Chantilly on the PSF in July. Effective
on turf and has a live chance
2. ASHIKTASH – Two unplaced runs, 3rd before that over 1600m in mid-May. Others seem better
equipped
3. SHAMSOUN – 4th over 1500m at Vannes last time in early June. Has yet to win in 49 runs and
is best watched
4. FUEGO DEL AMOR – Unplaced on all three runs in 2023, the latter over 1800m in mid-July. Has
to get back on track
5. BAILEYS MEMOIRE – Nice 2nd over 1600m at Chantilly on July 1st. Has solid claims of going
one better today
6. VAYDENA – Unplaced on the last two runs, won before that over 1400m at Le Mans in late April.
Ought to be thereabouts
7. SUNRAY – Fair 3rd three runs back over 1400m at Le Mans in late April. Might find a few too
good
8. NOTTINGHAM – Fair 5th last time over 1600m at Parislongchamp in late June. Capable of
making the frame
Summary : BAILEYS MEMOIRE (5) has been in good form, a decent second over 1600m last time
at Chantilly at the start of July was encouraging and she is a winner over 1400m at this track last
year. she gets the vote ahead of AZOV (1) who has also been in top shape. He scored on the PSF
at Chantilly last time and will have no issues with a return to the turf. He is effective on both
surfaces. NOTTINGHAM (8) ran a better race last time when fifth in a Class 2 race and should be
on the premises. VAYDENA (6) is capable of making the frame and warrants respect.
SELECTIONS
BAILEYS MEMOIRE (5) – AZOV (1) – NOTTINGHAM (8) – VAYDENA (6)
R10 – PRIX DE LA PETITE BORDE – 2000m (a1 1/4m) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 16.000
1. AKHATIYI – Has maintained consistency in recent weeks and on that form ought to play a leading
role here. Keep safe
2. STADE VELODROME – Capable but has struggled to regain any consistency for some time
now. Hard to trust but not ruled out
3. CATALINA – Finished a reassuring 2nd last time and could get a look in if confirming that
improvement here. Dark horse
4. FORCE TRANQUILLE – Inconsistent but represents a formidable training outfit and promises to
be competitive. Respected
5. TENNESSEE JOHN – Has been in good form recently and, on the evidence of his last-start
victory, looks capable of following up
6. MARITOT – Last-start winner penalised just 1kg for her recent success, so should remain
competitive. Has claims
7. HIGHEST MOUNTAIN – Currently in good shape and represents the formidable Franck Forési
stable. Will make his presence felt
8. TRUST ON ME – Has shown little to this point but her connections make an ambitious trip from
Germany. Dangerous to dismiss
9. AGDUNE – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but is as
hard to rule out
10. BECH RIVER – Showed signs of improvement last time and could get a look in here if confirming
that form. Place chance
11. PEDRO DEL RIO – Undeniably capable at this value but appears to have gone been off the
boil and will need to reaffirm. Watch for now
12. QUEENLY – Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so her chances are limited even
at this level. Ignore
Summary : Winner in style on this track on his last attempt, TENNESSEE JOHN (5) can, despite
the five-pound penalty, double the lead. Back in good shape, AKHATIYI (1) is the most successful
of the event and will have many supporters. HIGHEST MOUNTAIN (7) and FORCE TRANQUILLE
(4) are not out of the running for the podium.
SELECTIONS
TENNESSEE JOHN (5) – AKHATIYI (1) – HIGHEST MOUNTAIN (7) – FORCE TRANQUILLE
(4)
R11 – PRIX VILLE DE SAINT-ARNOULT (PRIX KALAMOUN) – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Condition Race – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 22.000
1. CLIMATE CHANGE – Unplaced on only start over 1900m at Deauville in March. Best watched
for now
2. AXELROD – 7th on only run so far over 1800m at this track in late June. Looks opposable
3. LE ROCKEUR – Showed promise when 5th on only run over 1600m at Compiegne in July.
Outside place chance
4. MALLEOLUS – Ran well when 4th on debut at this track over 1800m in late June, with
LOUGHCREW (6) in 2nd that day. Can improve and make the frame
5. FALIMAX – 3rd over 2400m last time in a Class 3 race in late July. Others rate higher
6. LOUGHCREW – 5th last time over 1800m in mid-July. Good 2nd before that at this track in late
June. Has Barzalona on top for the first time and looks a player
7. MURCIANO – Placed on all seven starts this year, the latter over 1400m at Compiegne in June
when 3rd. Among the top chances
8. PUSHKIN – Ran 3rd over 1600m on the last run at Compiegne in early July. Others seem more
likely
9. PREWITT – Nice run when 2nd last time over 1800m at Compiegne in July. Has a place chance
10. MERCURIO – 2nd two runs ago over 1800m at Compiegne in late June. Can have a say at the
finish
11. ATTACK MASSIVE – Fair 3rd on the last run over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in late June. Should
not be discounted
12. BE THE KING – Fair 2nd over 1800m at Parislongchamp last time in mid-July in a Class 3 race.
Ought to be in the shake-up
13. SPEND IT – Newcomer by Style Vendome, stable runners usually improve for a run. Market
best watched for clues
Summary : LOUGHCREW (6) was a shade disappointing last time after a promising second on
debut at this track in late June over 1800m. He has Mickael Barzalona on top for the first time after
being apprentice ridden on both runs so far. He gets the nod ahead of MURCIANO (7) who has
been in the frame on all seven runs this year and could be the main threat. BE THE KING (12) did
well when second over slightly further last time at Parislongchamp and will likely give a good
account of himself again. MALLEOLUS (4) can only improve from a promising start when fourth
over 1800m at this track in June.
SELECTIONS
LOUGHCREW (6) – MURCIANO (7) – BE THE KING (12) – MALLEOLUS (4)
R12 – PRIX DE LA GRANDE BORDE – 2000m (a1 1/4m) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 20.000
1. ZAUR – At the top of his game at present, winning all three starts this year. Rider’s 2,5kg
allowance aids his cause
2. DUKE OF CONKER – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to
trust but is as hard to rule out
3. ZILYA – Confirmed the improvement of her previous outing by winning last time but has more on
her plate now. Outsider
4. BLANC BLEU – Has improved this year and recently finished a reassuring 4th. Will play a leading
role here if confirming that improvement
5. LIVING NELSON – Bounced back to form with victory last time and is likely to remain competitive
moving up to this category. Respect
6. KALAOS – Consistent for the most part, maintaining a fair level of form and consistency recently.
Has a place chance
7. INTERIEUR – Inconsistent though not incapable of staking a claim in a race of this nature.
Dangerous to dismiss
8. TAHLA – Consistent performer who is competitive at this value, so ought to be competitive. High
on the shortlist
9. KILIA – Undeniably capable but appears to have gone off the boil recently so will need to reaffirm.
Watch for now
10. LA SAUZEE – Not the most reliable but not incapable of getting into the picture in a race of this
nature. Dark horse
11. MANDLEFT – Has been struggling for some time now and is unlikely to trouble the judge here
so can be ruled out. Overlook
12. APOLLON – Has looked rather limited to this point but is open to improvement. May have more
to give but is best watched for now
Summary : BLANC BLEU (4) caught the eye when sparking improvement last time (4th) and is
likely to play a prominent role in the finish with a repeat of that performance. TAHLA (8) has
maintained good form and consistency in her three starts this year and ought to be competitive
here on that evidence. Recent scorers LIVING NELSON (5) and ZAUR (1) are capable of fighting
for victory and complete the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
BLANC BLEU (4) – TAHLA (8) – LIVING NELSON (5) – ZAUR (1)
R13 – PRIX VILLE DE BLONVILLE-SUR-MER (PRIX GRIS VITESSE) – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Condition Race – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 22.000
1. SMOKESHOW – 4th on the only run at Saint-Cloud last year in May. Has been off for over a year
but will be well-prepared and has strong claims
2. L’HERMITIERE – Unplaced on only run at Saint-Cloud over 1600m in May. Can progress and
be involved
3. LUNA DAY – 5th on only run so far over 1700m in late April. Needs to improve a good deal to
feature
4. PROPHETIE – Nice 3rd over 1600m at Compiegne in early June on her last run. Live contender
5. BAILEYS STARLIGHT – Unplaced on only run over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in late June. Easily
avoided
6. ARISTOCRAZY – 6th last time over 1600m at Compiegne in early June. Needs more to have a
say
7. LADY REGENT – Decent 2nd at Nantes over 1600m in early July on the last run. Can make the
frame
8. LUCKY EYE – Fair 3rd over 1900m at Hanover (Germany) in mid-July on last run. Ought to be
thereabouts
9. KISANA BERE – Fair 3rd at Dax over 2100m in a claimer last time in early July. Others rate
higher
10. GOLD CURTAIN – Unplaced in both runs so far, the latest over 2000m at Compiegne in midJune. Vulnerable
11. EKTORIA – 2nd at Compiegne on the last run over 1800m in late June. Not to be taken lightly
12. LA PONCHE – Newcomer by Kodiac, from a good stable. Warrants respect and the market
should be watched closely
13. ARS AMATORIA – Newcomer by Tai Chi, the stable runners usually improve for an outing. Any
support in the betting should be noted
Summary : Although having not been seen for almost 15 months SMOKESHOW (1) is the
selection. She was a good fourth at Saint-Cloud over 1200m in May 2022 and gets the vote ahead
of likely favourite PROPHETIE (4) who was a decent third on her last run which was an improved
effort from her debut. She is the main rival. L’HERMITIERE (2) was very green on her only run so
far at Saint-Cloud in May and should be more streetwise for that, she can make the frame. LUCKY
EYE (8) has had a couple of runs in Germany, she has shown promise and enters calculations.
SELECTIONS
SMOKESHOW (1) – PROPHETIE (4) – L’HERMITIERE (2) – LUCKY EYE (8)
R14 – PRIX VILLE DE VILLERVILLE (PRIX DE LA MARE AUX CANARDS) – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 21.000
1. BALAGAN – Is inconsistent, unplaced last run over 1600m in late July. Others look more likely
2. BOZA – Fair 3rd over 1600m last time at Compiegne in mid-July on the last run. Not one to
discount
3. HYGROVE LASS – Fair 3rd two runs back over 1500m on the all-weather track. Has dropped to
a fair handicap mark and ought to be on the premises.
4. URI – Won three runs back over 1300m at Chantilly in January. Capable of a bold show
5. LOUVE PRECIEUSE – 4th three runs ago over 1600m at Compiegne in late May. Can make the
top four at nice odds
6. RED CRAZY – Fair 4th on the last run over 1600m at Compiegne in early July. Needs more to
feature
7. ESTOKENIA – Won at Pompadour over 1600m on the last run in mid-July. Can not be overlooked
8. NAJIBA – Nice 2nd two runs back over 1600m in early July at Compiegne. Merits consideration
9. ZINNIA – Has three unplaced runs since a win over 1600m at Compiegne in April. Best avoided
10. LADY VALOU –
11. JOYCE GALESTE – 3rd last time over 1600m at Compiegne in late July. Must enter calculations
12. GOFAST – Has several unplaced runs in 2023. Looks out of form and is best avoided
13. MESSAGIN A BOTTLE – Has dropped over 9kg in the ratings due to some poor efforts. Can
be overlooked
14. MYSTIC CHOP – 5th last time over 2000m at Vichy two weeks ago. Has dropped in the ratings
but is hard to fancy
15. KOREM – Has shown regressive form for some time, the last run was over 1400m in July.
Avoidable
Summary : It may pay to look for some value in the betting exchanges in an open race. HYGROVE
LASS (3) could be the likely winner at attractive odds, she was third two starts ago on the allweather surface and has dropped in the ratings to a nice mark. URI (4) could also have a say in
the finish. He won three starts ago and is more than capable on his day. BOZA (2) is one to consider
from an each-way angle after a third-placed run over 1600m at Compiegne on his latest outing.
ESTOKENIA (7) makes up the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
HYGROVE LASS (3) – URI (4) – BOZA (2) – ESTOKENIA (7)
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