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R1 – PRIX DU SUD MAYENNE – 2900m (a1 13/16m) – TURF – Condition Race – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 11.000
1. LE GAST – Fair 4th on the last run at Compiegne over 2800m in mid-July. Ought to be on the
premises
2. ULTRA D’AUNOU – Nice 2nd at this track over 2900m on the last run in early July. Among the
top chances
3. VIRTUOSE – Unplaced on only run over 2200m in mid-July. Can improve and ought to be
involved
4. ROCKABILLY – Fair 4th on only run over 2400m at Nantes on July 6th. Can make presence felt
5. LE BETULLA – Has been unplaced in all three runs so far the latter over 2900m at this track in
early July. Vulnerable
6. RODAINAH – 5th in a maiden at Compiegne last time over 2800m in mid-July. Capable of getting
off the mark
7. KHAGNE – Ran 4th over 2900m on the only run in late July. Might find a few of these too smart
8. CYANE – Unplaced on both runs so far, but has shown some ability, the latter run was over
2800m at Compiegne in July. Consider
9. L’ETOILEE – Unplaced on only run so far over 2350m at Machecoul in February. Others seem
more likely
10. KADOFA – Newcomer by Top Trip, from a good stable and warrants respect. Any market
support should be monitored
11. LE SCEAUX DE MIX – Newcomer by Gemix, stable not known for debut winners. Will be better
for this outing
12. LOVE IT – Unraced by Doctor Dino, should be better for this outing. Market will be informative
Summary : RODAINAH (6) has shown enough to land a race of this nature. She was fifth on her
last outing at Compiegne and ought to get the better of her likely main rival LE GAST (1) who has
experience and ran a solid fourth when last seen over 2800m at Compiegne when only beaten just
over 2L. CYANE (8) enters calculations and is capable of making the top three. She can improve
a good deal from her last outing. ROCKABILLY (4) is also worth mentioning, he showed enough
on debut when fourth and will be a lot wiser for that run.
SELECTIONS
RODAINAH (6) – LE GAST (1) – CYANE (8) – ROCKABILLY (4)
R2 – PRIX DU BOURG-SAINT-LEONARD – 1100m (a5 1/2f) – TURF – Claiming – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 19.000
1. LIVE – Has performed at a better level than this so ought to fight for victory in his first start in a
claiming race with the ground likely to suit
2. COASE – Has been struggling for some time now and is unlikely to trouble the judge returning
from a layoff. Overlook
3. TILL WE DIE – Has finished 2nd in three of her last four starts, winning the other. Proven in this
category and has run well on this course too, so has obvious claims
4. BIG FREEZE – Unreliable but seldom far off the mark. Hard to trust but cannot be ruled out given
rider’s 3,5kg allowance
5. TRUE ROMANCE – Confirmed the improvement of his previous start by winning last time and
should remain competitive given his record on heavy ground
6. DROIT DE PAROLE – Last-start winner of a similar race, continuing his very good form. Has
never run on heavy ground but warrants respect
7. MONSIEURVALCHOP – Has struggled to regain his form or spark improvement in his last three
starts but remains capable of better. Outsider
Summary : Although well-beaten in a Quinte+ last time, LIVE (1) has the best form references of
these runners and has already proven himself on heavy ground so is taken to bounce back by
returning to winning ways in his first start in a claiming race. Christophe Escuder has two strings to
his bow here with both DROIT DE PAROLE (6) and TILL WE DIE (3) capable of having a say in
the finish. TRUE ROMANCE (5) will be suited by the conditions and can get into the picture too.
SELECTIONS
LIVE (1) – DROIT DE PAROLE (6) – TILL WE DIE (3) – TRUE ROMANCE (5)
R3 – PRIX HENRI MAILLARD – 2300m (a1 7/16m) – TURF – Condition Race – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 22.000
1. BEL ET BIEN – Won over 2500m at Saint-Malo in late July on the last run. Needs to progress
again in a better race
2. SIR ALEXANDER – Won on the last run over 1800m at Lyon La Soie in March. Has been given
a break and will be fit for a good run
3. VRAIMENT BIEN – Newcomer by Al Wukair, will need to be useful to win on debut. Any market
support should noted
4. QUALIAND – Won on the last run over 2400m in March at Pornichet. Might find a few of these
too smart
5. TOLGANAI – Nice 4th over 2400m in a Listed race last time in late June at Toulouse. Live chance
6. MA LIBERTE – Won two runs ago over 2400m at Lyon Parilly in June. Each-way option
7. LOFSONGUR ISLANDE – 6th on the last run over 2000m at Parislongchamp in early July. Won
on debut and looks a player
Summary : LOFSONGUR ISLANDE (7) won nicely on her debut and has been performing well in
decent races since that success. She might just edge this from TOLGANAI (5) who ran a good
fourth in a Listed race on her latest outing at Toulouse. MA LIBERTE (6) won two starts ago over
2400m at Lyon Parilly in June and is the best each-way option. SIR ALEXANDER (2) is a promising
horse, he has been given a break since winning in March over 1800m at Lyon La Soie. He should
be fit for his return and warrants respect.
SELECTIONS
LOFSONGUR ISLANDE (7) – TOLGANAI (5) – MA LIBERTE (6) – SIR ALEXANDER (2)
R4 – PRIX DE LA VALLEE D’AUGE – 1000m (a5f) – TURF – Condition Race – Listed – Flat – EUR € 60.000
1. WORLD OF DARCY – British colt with solid form references, including a 2nd to Group III Prix de
Cabourg winner Elite Status. One to beat
2. FASTER THAN LIFE – Unexposed Kodiac colt from who has run twice in Germany, finishing 3rd
on debut before improving to win last time. More to do
3. ROCAMBOLESQUE – Confirmed the promise of his debut 4th by opening his account at
Chantilly last time out. Will have more to offer even over this shorter trip
4. GRACEFUL THUNDER – Battle-hardened British filly who bounced back to winning ways last
time and ought to be competitive once more. Respect
5. BAILEYS POLKA DOT – Unbeaten in two outings, the latest of which came on heavy ground,
and her limits remain unknown. Not taken lightly
6. TANGLED UP IN BLUE – Has the benefit of experience, which should stand her in good stead,
but will need to raise her game to get a look in here
7. GAENARI – Finished 2nd before only managing to cross the line in 6th last time, although that
was at Group II level. Dark horse
8. DAIQUIBERRY – Speedy last-start winner whose experience will stand her in good stead here
as she steps up in class. Keep safe
9. GODAKA – Improved with the benefit of an introductory outing (8th) to finish 3rd last time but
needs to do even more here. Watch for now
10. XAARINE – Has improved with every outing and ought to be winning sooner rather than later,
having finished 2nd last time. Place chance
Summary : WORLD OF DARCY (1) has already revealed serious means and is worth giving
another chance to, despite his failure in a Group II at Royal Ascot last time, where he was popular
in the market but unfavourably drawn in the starting stalls. He is capable of making amends and is
taken to get the better of experienced last-start winner DAIQUIBERRY (8) and improving recent
scorer ROCAMBOLESQUE (3) who is unexposed. GRACEFUL THUNDER (4) and unbeaten
BAILEYS POLKA DOT (5) have claims too.
SELECTIONS
WORLD OF DARCY (1) – DAIQUIBERRY (8) – ROCAMBOLESQUE (3) – GRACEFUL
THUNDER (4)
R5 – PRIX MURPHY HERBAL (PRIX DE LA FORET D’ARAIZE) – 2100m (a1 5/16m) – TURF – Condition Race – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 11.000
1. SWEEP AWAY – Fair 3rd over 2200m on the last run in mid-July. Looks like the one to beat
2. KHAMEPHIS GAME – Nice 3rd over 1950m at Chateaubriant last time. Expected to be
competitive
3. TALK SHOW – Unplaced last time over 2200m at Clairefontaine in July. Ought to be thereabouts
4. APALAIN – Fair 2nd two runs ago over 2100m at Haras Du Pin in late April. Consider from an
each way perspective
5. AMERA – Nice debut 4th over 2400m on only run so far in mid-June at Saint-Cloud. Among the
top chances
6. FLAVILAND STARS – Unplaced on only run over 1600m at Nantes last month. Unlikely to trouble
some of these
7. JALAPAO – Unplaced last time, 4th before that over 2650m in early June. Can make the top
three
8. PANACOTTA – Unplaced on only run so far over 1950m at Le Mans in May. Has work to do to
figure
9. PASIPHAE – Unplaced on only run so far over 1500m at Saint-Cloud last October. Others rate
higher
10. SAMBA – Fair 2nd last time over 2000m in a claimer at Vichy 16 days ago. Looks unlikely
11. DRAGON GIRL – 6th on only start so far over 1950m at Chateaubriant in early June. Best
watched for now
12. SEAHERA – Newcomer by Seahenge, will likely be better for this outing. Market can be the
best guide
13. SULTANE OF SWING – Newcomer by Seahenge, the dam never raced. Can have a say on
debut. Market can guide
14. PRINCESS KARA – Newcomer by Agent Secret, the stable runners are usually better for a run.
Any market support should be noted
15. KORA DE TRUDUJOU – Daughter of Le Houssais, will improve for this debut experience. The
market guide should be informative
16. KALASH DLAHERVIAIS – Newcomer by George Vancouver, the stable runners are not known
for a win on debut. Watch the betting market for clues
Summary : SWEEP AWAY (1) could be the best option in this open looking maiden. He has run
well on both starts so far and was a good third over 2200m when last seen 3 weeks ago. AMERA
(5) is the likely main rival. She shaped with plenty of promise on her debut when fourth at SaintCloud in June and will be more streetwise for that run. KHAMEPHIS GAME (2) can play a hand in
proceedings and should not be overlooked for a place. JALAPAO (7) is another to consider,
although below par last time. She looks the best of the remainder.
SELECTIONS
SWEEP AWAY (1) – AMERA (5) – KHAMEPHIS GAME (2) – JALAPAO (7)
R6 – PRIX DU CHAMP DURAND – SAUTERNE’S CUP – 1300m (a6 1/2f) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 55.000
1. HAYEJOHN – From a stable (Christophe Escuder) in form and has revealed serious means.
Returns fresh after a break and ought to be competitive in a handicap off his current mark. Heavy
ground will not be to his liking
2. OUJDA – Easily won a Class 2 race at Lion-d’Angers in her first start with Australian blinkers
fitted. Goes on heavy ground but it remains to be seen if she is capable at this inflated value
3. BOOK OF LIFE – Godolphin colt who has been relatively disappointing given a flawless start to
his career. Has no leeway at this value (41), on the form of his 5th two starts back, but does sport
blinkers for the first time. Watch
4. LADY FRASQUITA – Has run only over 1600m and further this year, though did perform well
over this distance at the start of her career. Debuts in a handicap at a workable mark and will be
aided by Christophe Soumillon. Joker
5. VINTAGE KOD – A winner of two handicaps in his career but needs to eke out some
improvement to remain competitive off his current mark (39.5) and would’ve preferred a longer trip,
though a heavy track will suit. Beware
6. APAX – Moved from Henri-Alex Pantall to Markus Nigge after his last start and has regained
freshness since. Has never finished out of the top four and his aptitude on heavy ground is certain.
Dangerous to dismiss
7. FRENCH DEFENSE – A model of consistency and has held his own in good company, albeit
without success. Is proven racing on a straight track and confirmed off his current mark, so has a
lot going for him here – on the shortlist
8. CAMELOT SONG – Progressive filly who opened her account last time and should continue
improving, with the shortening of the distance likely to suit her well. Remains competitive under
penalty
9. NOLITO – Irreproachable since the turn of the year and has proven himself on rain-affected
ground and off of his current mark/value. Ought to have a say in the finish
10. BEHATI – Debuted in a handicap at Saint-Cloud and more than held her own (2nd). Considering
her pedigree, the deep ground is unlikely to trouble her, quite the contrary. Not taken lightly
11. DROLE DE DAME – Showed clear progress last time after a much-needed comeback outing
and a reduced handicap value gives her some sort of chance here, but the state of the track raises
doubts
12. FURIOSO – One of three Henri-Alex Pantall runners in the race. Unlucky not to have finished
closer in the reference race last month but, given his effectiveness on straight tracks, should be a
factor here at attractive odds
13. WRONG COLOUR – Caught the eye when producing a good finish last time (5th) and has
references (win) on heavy ground. Gets on well with her rider Thomas Trullier, so is dangerous to
dismiss 14. LE FREINAY – Has run better than his rankings indicate in his last two outings but is lightly
raced so could improve. Will need to do so to get a look in here
15. EXUBERANCE – Made no impression on handicap debut after an encouraging start to her
career and has also never run on a heavy track. Other preferred
16. HARILA – After a half-hearted start to her career, has “triggered” improvement equipped with
blinders. Penalized 7kg for winning her last two races and takes on much stronger rivals now. More
will be required of her
Summary : Having caught the eye in a benchmark race at Chantilly last month, and given his
experience of the straight course with the heavy ground also unlikely to put him off, FURIOSO (12)
is the one to side with at attractive odds. Stablemate NOLITO (9) has displayed splendid regularity
so, theoretically, has a winning chance too. FRENCH DEFENSE (7) and APAX (6) have never
finished further than 4th in their careers so will, logically, win the votes of many. VINTAGE KOD (5)
is better than his last start may suggest and should not be condemned hastily, especially with the
energetic Théo Bachelot booked to ride. WRONG COLOR (13), who finished well last time out,
heavy ground specialist BEHATI (10), and BOOK OF LIFE (3), with headgear fitted for the first
time, complete the shortlist in this typically competitive Quinte+.
SELECTIONS
FURIOSO (12) – NOLITO (9) – FRENCH DEFENSE (7) – APAX (6)
R7 – PRIX MICHEL HOUYVET – 2800m (a1 3/4m) – TURF – Condition Race – Listed – Flat – EUR € 55.000
1. DSCHINGIS KING – Has constantly pushed his limits, reeling off a hat-trick of wins recently, and
could well take his game to another level. Respect
2. PAYAM – Non Partant
3. BACK TO BLACK – Consistent for the most part and has good form credentials. Needs to raise
his game to be competitive but is not ruled out
4. HARRY WAY – Talented colt who must not be condemned for his recent failure, which was
against older rivals at Vichy. Redemption awaits
5. LAND LEGEND – Unplaced in his last two outings but is undeniably capable of better than that
form suggests. Not one to be taken lightly
6. KLONDIKE – Arrives from England having revealed a great deal of potential and will be entrusted
to Christophe Soumillon. Keep safe
7. SEVENNA’S KNIGHT – Last-start winner who took another step forward in his development to
score Compiègne last time. Will have more to offer
8. DOUBLE MAJOR – Has maintained a good level of form and consistency to this point. Lost
nothing in defeat when finishing 2nd to smart Zarakem at Vichy last time
9. SHEMBALA – Progressive last-start winner who will need to eke out a little more improvement
to stake a claim in this grade/company. Dark horse
Summary : HARRY WAY (4) was disappointing last time but is the highest-rated runner in the field
and, having run well at Group level, is more than capable of making amends in this Listed event.
KLONDIKE (6), who arrives from England with an interesting background, DOUBLE MAJOR (8),
delicate but gaining in his momentum, and even André Fabre’s SEVENNA’S KNIGHT (7), are also
potential winners.
SELECTIONS
HARRY WAY (4) – KLONDIKE (6) – DOUBLE MAJOR (8) – SEVENNA’S KNIGHT (7)
R8 – PRIX DE LA CAUVINIERE – 1300m (a6 1/2f) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 32.000
1. KALEOCREEK – Ultra-consistent colt who has finished 2nd in three of hisn last four starts.
Carries joint top-weight 59kg but has claims nonetheless
2. ANTIFONA – Was only narrowly beaten when finishing 2nd at Dieppe last time by a filly runs in
a Listed race. Sets the standard
3. MARY GOLD – Lost nothing in defeat when finishing 2nd at Vichy behind a filly who will line up
in a Listed race. Makes obvious appeal
4. GOTTA SKEDADDLE – Undeniably capable but has been inconsistent of late so will need to
reaffirm to play a role in the finish
5. BAHIA BLANCA – Talented filly who has maintained a good level of form and consistency. Has
three lengths to find on the selection on the form of their Dieppe meeting
6. SABROSO – Continues to beat around the bush and makes his handicap debut here off an
attractive mark. Respect
7. STARZO FAL – She is chasing after a first victory, which is worth her an
8. SENZA TE – Inconsistent although not incapable of getting into the picture in a race of this nature.
Place chance
9. TANIS – Consistent filly with the experience and solid form references to make her presence felt.
Dark horse
10. IHOA – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but is not
easy to rule out
11. BAWE ISLAND – Rewarded for consistency with a last-start victory but will need to raise
improve to be competitive here. Outsider
12. SKIMBLESHANKS – Finished a reassuring 2nd last time but needs to build on that
improvement to stake a claim in a race of this nature
Summary : In this handicap for 2 years, we will timidly trust ANTIFONA (2), which has the best
references. But SABROSO (6), which has interesting lines, MARY GOLD (3), on the rise, or even
KALEOCREEK (1), very regular, will be serious customers. BAHIA BLANCA (5) and STARZO FAL
(7) also look competitive.
SELECTIONS
ANTIFONA (2) – SABROSO (6) – MARY GOLD (3) – KALEOCREEK (1)
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