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R1 – PRIX GUSTAVE ET RENE WATTINNE – 2700m (a1 11/16m) – TURF – Condition Race – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 12.000
1. TREVOR SENORA – Unplaced (7th) on debut and failed to improve when only managing to
finish 9th last time. Can do better with experience
2. MOON DASH – Finished an encouraging 4th on debut but failed to confirm that form/promise
when unplaced last time. Too soon to write off
3. ISIS D’INOR – Has finished just off the placings in better company so ought to be competitive
here. Has a role to play
4. RISKY LIGHT – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but
is as hard to rule out
5. ARYA – Has done nothing noteworthy to warrant inclusion/consideration here and can be ruled
out. Others preferred
6. OFELIA – Improved to finish a pleasing 3rd at Lignières earlier this month and, although open to
further progress, need only run to that level of form to fight for victory here
7. SHIRIN – Inconsistent but not incapable and, on her best form, should have a say in the finish.
Not taken lightly
Summary : Having improved to finish 3rd, and not far off the leading pair, in her most recent
outings, OFELIA (6) could open her account if making further progress. Despite finishing unplaced,
ISIS D’INOR (3) hasn’t gone unnoticed in good company and she ought to fare better in this grade,
so must be respected. Judged on her form as a two-year-old, SHIRIN (7) is also likely to stake a
claim at this level. MOON DASH (2) is open to improvement and can’t be written off just yet.
SELECTIONS
OFELIA (6) – ISIS D’INOR (3) – SHIRIN (7) – MOON DASH (2)
R2 – PRIX DE LA CANCHE (CHMPT PARIS TURF DES APP. & J. JOCK.) – 2700m (a1 11/16m) – TURF – Condition Race Qualifier – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 12.000
1. WHERE CHOP – Inconsistent but not incapable of making his presence felt in this
grade/company. Not one to be taken lightly
2. JUST YOU AND ME – Has proven effective over this type of distance and arrives in good form
and physical condition. Big runner
3. LA BARILLETTE – Won over 3400m at Vittel two starts back before a disappointing last start.
Remains capable of better
4. ANTE POST – Unreliable but still undeniably capable of staking a claim in a race of this nature.
Hard to trust but not ruled out
5. PLEASANT GIFT – Has maintained his consistency of late, albeit in minor German events. Has
no more than a place chance
6. NORWEGIAN LORD – Has nothing noteworthy to his name to warrant consideration so can be
easily ruled out. Others preferred
7. JEWEL DE CERISY – Useful hurdler returning a layoff. Not without means on the flat but is likely
to need the outing, so is best watched for now
8. BOB LA BIDOUILLE – Improved to finish a reassuring 3rd last time, confirming his form and
well-being. Has here an excellent opportunity to return to winning ways
Summary : BOB LA BIDOUILLE (8) is the joint top-rated runner in the race but is favourably treated
by these conditions with the benefit of his rider’s 2,5kg allowance, so is taken to reconnect with
success which has eluded him since a winning debut. Consistent veteran JUST YOU AND ME (2)
remains competitive at 10 years of age and is likely to fight for victory along with LA BARILLETTE
(3) who is inconsistent but not incapable of making her presence felt. ANTE POST (4) completes
the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
BOB LA BIDOUILLE (8) – JUST YOU AND ME (2) – LA BARILLETTE (3) – ANTE POST (4)
R3 – PRIX DU NOEUD VINCENT – 2100m (a1 5/16m) – TURF – Condition Race – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 12.000
1. ULTRASOUND – Took advantage of a very good engagement to win last time and ought to
remain competitive, although he does have more to do. Respect
2. SALDURO – Finished 3rd at Saint-Cloud on his comeback before failing to confirm that form in
a Quinté+ on PSF last time. Better expected
3. WISHUPONASTAR – Unreliable and out of sorts but is seldom far off the mark on a going day.
Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
4. GIANNIS UGO – Has done nothing noteworthy to warrant consideration here and can be ruled
out. Others are preferred
5. ALESSANDRO – Needed his comeback outing so, with improved fitness, has an ideal
opportunity he ought to take advantage of
6. ENJOY THE MOON – Won a Listed at Cannes in his only start on French soil. Has been absent
since July 2021 but has the means to stake a claim
7. CORAGGIO – Finished unplaced (9th) in her most recent outing last year so is best watched for
now on her reappearance
Summary : On ratings, ALESSANDRO (5) is slung in under the conditions and he should have
more to offer with the benefit of a comeback run under the belt and improved fitness on his side.
ENJOY THE MOON (6) has been absent for more than two years but has undeniable means,
having won a Listed race, so could fight for victory on his return. SALDURO (2) made no impression
in a recent Quinté+ but should surely fare better eased in grade and return to the turf.
ULTRASOUND (1) appeals most of the remainder.
SELECTIONS
ALESSANDRO (5) – ENJOY THE MOON (6) – SALDURO (2) – ULTRASOUND (1)
R4 – PRIX DES TOUQUETTOISES – 2100m (a1 5/16m) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 15.000
1. TROISCENTSEPT – Returned to form with a reassuring 3rd at Vittel last time and will have a say
here if confirming that improvement
2. PARFAITE MERILL – Out of sorts and has seen her handicap value drop as a result. Ought to
take advantage of that sooner rather than later
3. PRINCEDESCHAMPS – Won the reference race last month beating QUIZ EVOLUTION (6) and
KENOR (5). Good value to confirm his superiority
4. MESSAGIN A BOTTLE – Has struggled to regain any form or find consistency for some time
now so unlikely to trouble the judge
5. KENOR – Consistent for the most part and in good form of late. Will pose a threat to
PRINCEDESCHAMPS (3) again
6. QUIZ EVOLUTION – Has lost little zest for racing despite being 12 years of age. Holding his form
and should have a role to play
7. WALDENON – Inconsistent but seldom finishes far off the mark. Hard to trust but is also
dangerous to dismiss – dark horse
8. CITY ROCK – Unreliable mare but not incapable of getting into the picture in a race of this nature.
Has only a place chance
9. MALECON – Has been struggling for some time now and is unlikely to trouble the judge. Can be
easily ruled out
10. LOVELY MISS – Undeniably capable but appears to have gone off the boil in her last two starts
so will need to reaffirm
11. MINNEHAHA – Pops up on occasion but has struggled to find any consistency for some time
and is unlikely to trouble the judge
12. RISE HIT – Has nothing noteworthy to his name to warrant consideration so can be easily ruled
out here. Overlook
Summary : Last-start winner PRINCEDESCHAMPS (3) has finished in the winning couple in both
his starts at Le Touquet and, given his record at this track, is taken to follow up his recent victory
with another here. Both KENOR (5) and QUIZ EVOLUTION (6), who finished 3rd and 2nd
respectively, in their meeting last month will pose a threat once more. TROISCENTSEPT (1) and
WALDENON (7), as well as PARFAITE MERILL (2), are likely to fight it out for the places.
SELECTIONS
PRINCEDESCHAMPS (3) – KENOR (5) – QUIZ EVOLUTION (6) – TROISCENTSEPT (1)
R5 – PRIX FRANCOIS DE MALHERBE – 2600m (a1 5/8m) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 16.500
1. JUDGELAND – Two good wins last year. Has not been as good this year but she was not
disgraced when fourth at this course last time out and could go close this longer distance
2. IODA – A winner of a hurdle race in his only start this year. Has also won on the flat and he is
clearly not out of it
3. JOLIE MANS – More than a year since her only win. In fair form of late and will probably like this
shorter distance. Has a winning chance
4. IMPERIAL CROSS – More than a year since only win. Fair form this year and is distance suited
so can earn some money
5. IRISH VOCATION – Only win was in 2021 and he was disappointing in 2022 but is doing much
better this year. Fit and should fight out the finish
6. IERSENDE – Sixth on his debut. Capable of improvement and will like this longer distance but
others are preferred
Summary : A small field and it could be worth going for JUDGELAND (1). She has been fair of late
and is fit and ready to give of her best. IRISH VOCATION (5) was not disgraced when sixth last
time out and did better when third in his penultimate run. Both runs give him a winning chance.
JOLIE MANS (3) has been fair this year over a bit further and will likely prefer this distance and
deserves respect. IODA (2) is versatile and not out of it.
SELECTIONS
JUDGELAND (1) – IRISH VOCATION (5) – JOLIE MANS (3) – IODA (2)
R6 – PRIX DALOZ – 2100m (a1 5/16m) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 18.000
1. VESINABA – Remains capable of better than his last start (9th) at Deauville on Saturday
suggests. Could get into the picture
2. ANISTOU – Made no impression when finishing unplaced last time having won easily at Amiens
two starts back. Can do better
3. BLEUSKY – Has nothing noteworthy to her name to warrant any inclusion/consideration and can
be easily overlooked
4. NOBLE ANGEL – Unreliable but did finish 3rd at ParisLongchamp two starts ago and on that
form ought to have a say here
5. ZILLIPOM – Beaten by LIFE’S A BREEZE (9) when finishing 2nd in her last start and is likely to
play another leading role here
6. ZILCOVER – Undeniably capable on the flat but has been out of sorts over hurdles this year.
Must reaffirm to have a say
7. JAAYIZ – Inconsistent but not incapable of staking a claim in a race of this nature when in the
mood. Has claims
8. FAZZANO – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but is
as hard to rule out
9. LIFE’S A BREEZE – Won on this course late last month before confirming his form and wellbeing last time out at Clairefontaine. Can win again
10. DETESNOUVELLES – Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so her chances are
limited even at this level. Ignore
11. HEXIS – Has been struggling for some time now and is unlikely to trouble the judge here. Can
be easily ruled out
12. FAWKES – Nothing noteworthy to his name for a considerable period now so can be easily
ruled out. Others preferred
Summary : A winner over this course and distance two starts back, LIFE’S A BREEZE (9) proved
last time that he remains competitive under the penalty, and can be backed to resume winning
ways ahead of ZILLIPOM (5) who finished 2nd in their meeting last month. ANISTOU (2) and
NOBLE ANGEL (4) complete the shortlist and could pick up the pieces if the principals fluff their
lines.
SELECTIONS
LIFE’S A BREEZE (9) – ZILLIPOM (5) – ANISTOU (2) – NOBLE ANGEL (4)
R7 – PRIX DE SAINT-POURCAIN-SUR-SIOULE – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Claiming Handicap – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 12.000
1. YAKAMETTE KOUKEBAK – Unreliable and has been a disappointment since March. More
needed to win this race but could earn some money
2. NOBODY’S – Well tried this year without winning but has been consistent and always gives of
his best. Drops in distance but has won a claimer before
3. DEJA VUE – Improving and was a good winner over this distance in a handicap last time out.
Capable of following up in this small field
4. AFGHANY – Unreliable but has won a claimer before and he was not disgraced when runner-up
last time out. Should contest the finish yet again
5. FRENCH PEGASUS – Right at home over this course and distance and was runner-up in a
claimer here last time out. Should fight out the finish yet again
Summary : DEJA VUE (3) picked up a nice win over this distance last time out. She was fourth in
her last claimer that was a long time ago. She looks the right one in this line-up. FRENCH
PEGASUS (5) is right at home over this track and trip and was runner-up in a claimer last time out
and is the biggest threat. NOBODY’S (2) drops in distance but has the best form on paper and
would not be a surprise winner. AFGHANY (4) is unreliable but is also not out of it.
SELECTIONS
DEJA VUE (3) – FRENCH PEGASUS (5) – NOBODY’S (2) – AFGHANY (4)
R8 – PRIX DE LA COTE D’OPALE – 1300m (a6 1/2f) – TURF – Condition Race Qualifier – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 12.000
1. HEATHERWOOD – Inconsistent sort but is not incapable of making his presence felt in a race
of this nature. Dark horse
2. GREGGY – Best-handicapped runner in this event and will appreciate cutting back in trip to this
distance. Keep safe
3. ISEULT – Bounced back to form by winning last time but has more to do confirming that
improvement here. Outsider
4. SINSINSIN – Has struggled to regain his form or find any consistency for some time so is unlikely
to trouble the judge
5. AKAMU – Has a very good theoretical chance given his form references, but has not been seen
since last October. Beware
6. LOUVE DREAM – Nothing noteworthy to his name for a considerable period and can be easily
ruled out as a result. Overlook
7. WELCOME SIGHT – Unreliable but remains capable of staking a claim in a race of this nature.
Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
8. TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL – Dropped 2kg recently and is likely to take advantage of that given
this favourable engagement. One to beat
9. WINNAN – Finished 4th over 1100m at Châteaubriant two starts back and on that form ought to
make her presence felt here
Summary : TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL (8) has not gone unnoticed in finishing just out of the money
in her last two starts and has an excellent opportunity under these conditions to get people talking
about her again. WINNAN (9), however, will keep her honest if bringing her A-game returning from
a break. After failing over 1600m last time, GREGGY (2) can never be taken lightly over this shorter
distance. The returning AKAMU (5) can surprise.
SELECTIONS
TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL (8) – WINNAN (9) – GREGGY (2) – AKAMU (5)
R9 – PRIX DE PIONSAT – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 12.500
1. RECONNECT – Disappointing last run. Looks the right one dropped to a claimer and she should
like this track and trip
2. FRIST GLORY – Disappointing last when ninth at this course. Drops in distance and tries a
claimer so should improve. Not out of it
3. BOMBEY – Disappointing penultimate start when ninth but did run better in her other three starts.
Third in a claimer last time out and has a winning chance
4. AVEC ELEGANCE – Fair debut when runner-up but has been disappointing since then. Fifth in
a claimer last time out and could play a minor role
5. HAMIDA FILIES – Has some fourth-place finishes in claimers to her credit so far. Tries further
and can contest the finish again
6. SKADOOSH – He did not show much on debut when ninth and was not much better when fifth
over this course and distance in a claimer last time out. Might play a minor role
7. SECRET CHOPE – Well beaten on debut in a claimer. Tries a bit further and is capable of
improvement but is best watched this time
Summary : RECONNECT (1) was well beaten last time out but did win well in his penultimate start
and could be hard to oppose in this weak field. BOMBEY (3) has run well three times already and
could be the one to pick up the pieces were RECONNECT (1) to fluff his lines. FRIST GLORY (2)
drops in distance and could improve trying a claimer. HAMIDA FILIES (5) has some fair claimer
form and could contest the finish once again.
SELECTIONS
RECONNECT (1) – BOMBEY (3) – FRIST GLORY (2) – HAMIDA FILIES (5)
R10 – PRIX GUYOT-LALIGANT – 1300m (a6 1/2f) – TURF – Condition Race – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 12.000
1. MADDOX – Nothing noteworthy to his name for a considerable period now so has no more than
a minor role to play
2. AKENATOR – Out of sorts but hails from a stable in good form so could take advantage of that
by getting into the picture
3. MUON – Unplaced in all three starts, finishing 9th on each occasion. Hard to make a case for
and can be ruled out
4. LINGOTTO – Absent since last March but has shown sufficient means and is capable of making
a winning return. Follow
5. ZINDERELLA – Runner-up over this and distance last month, confirming her form and wellbeing. Will fight for victory
6. HARCOUELA – Has done little to get excited about but remains unexposed so is open to
improvement. Could get a look in
7. BUTTE ROUGE – Out of sorts but seldom far off the mark. Inspires little confidence but has a
good chance to get involved for the places
8. BELLONE – Unplaced in two starts, finishing 8th on both occasions, so is hard to make a case
for. Others preferred
9. LADY BIRCHWATER – Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are
limited even at this level. Ignore
10. TIBERIA – Consistent performer for the most part and looks dangerous here under bottom
weight 52kg. Keep safe
Summary : It could pay to follow LINGOTTO (4) who is taken to make a winning reappearance
and deliver the goods for his co-owner Massimiliano Allegri, the coach of Juventus . He will,
however, have to be wary of rejuvenated ZINDERELLA (5), runner-up in her last start. TIBERIA
(10) has claims too given his recent form and consistency. BUTTE ROUGE (7) as well as
HARCOUELA (6) are among the candidates for a place.
SELECTIONS
LINGOTTO (4) – ZINDERELLA (5) – TIBERIA (10) – BUTTE ROUGE (7)
R11 – PRIX DE MONTLUCON – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 20.000
1. FLEXIBILITY – Unreliable but she did run well when third in a handicap at this course last time
out. Drops in distance and has a winning chance
2. FURI DE LA HOUSSAY – Showed improvement when trying a handicap for the first time and
finished fourth. Likes this distance and could do even better this time
3. WAZIERS – Has yet to win a race and is clearly unreliable but she does pop up in a place every
now and then. Might place
4. VEDAMIYA – Has yet to win a race but is fit and knocking hard at the door. Has run well three
times off her current handicap mark and could be ready to score
5. ANDELUNA – Disappointing last run when eight in a course and distance handicap last time out.
Has been runner-up three times this year and is not out of it
6. NOUR AYA – Fair form earlier in her career but has been well beaten in two handicaps of late
and others are much preferred
7. KENITZA – Fair form of late and was not disgraced when third last time out. First time in a
handicap and has a winning chance
8. POUP’S – Only win so far was on the PSF last year. Disappointing form of late and others are
preferred
9. TROIS POINT HUIT – Her last win was in a claimer in 2022. Has been disappointing in handicaps
this year and needs to find a few lengths to win
10. SALEYA – Unreliable but did run some fair races earlier in her career. Sixth in handicap debut
and could improve but others are preferred
11. ADELA – Showed surprise improvement when winning a handicap over this distance last time
out. Can follow up under a 3kg penalty
12. SUNY – Unreliable and ran well when third in her penultimate start but was well beaten when
trying a handicap last time. Might place
Summary : VEDAMIYA (4) is threatening to win a race and this may well be it but there are some
unexposed fillies ready to challenge. FURI DE LA HOUSSAY (2) finished fourth in her first handicap
and could have more to offer this time. FLEXIBILITY (1) is unreliable but did enough when third in
a handicap last time out to hold a winning chance in this line-up. KENITZA (7) is having her first
handicap run and is not out of it.
SELECTIONS
VEDAMIYA (4) – FURI DE LA HOUSSAY (2) – FLEXIBILITY (1) – KENITZA (7)
R12 – PRIX FRANCE GALOP – 1300m (a6 1/2f) – TURF – Handicap – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 12.000
1. NAUGHTY ANA – Out of sorts but need only repeat the performance of her Le Croisé-Laroche
victory to stake a claim here
2. BEACON TOWERS – Won over 1600m at Nantes early last month and on that form should play
a leading role at this level. Contender
3. JAZZY WOOD – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but
is as hard to rule out
4. PROSPERO – Showed signs of improvement last time and could get a look in here if confirming
that form. Place chance
5. ACREGATE – Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are limited even
at this level. Ignore
6. ZINNIA – Struggling to maintain any form or consistency and is best watched for now. Others
here make more appeal
7. VALENTO – Inconsistent but, on the form of his PSF victory two starts back, could reconnect
with success here. Include
8. EMPIRIC – Out of sorts but the booking of Théo Bachelot is encouraging. One of the many
possibilities for a place
9. FAMILY SMILE – Struggling to make his mark and isn’t likely to trouble the judge here either.
Can be easily ruled out
10. JAVA JAMES – Nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period now and can be
easily ruled out as a result
11. SIR MAURICE – Unreliable but remains capable. Finished 5th at Vichy two starts back and
should finish on the podium if in similar form
12. FELI CHOP – Undeniably capable but appears to have gone off the boil in recent outings, so
must reaffirm. Watch for now
13. TAX EXILE – Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are limited even
at this level. Ignore
Summary : The possibilities are plentiful in this handicap. BEACON TOWERS (2) is worth
chancing, though, given the form of her stable. A winner over 1600m at Ostend two starts back,
VALENTO (7) also has the means to fight for victory, as does stablemate SIR MAURICE (11), who
finished 5th at Vichy last month. Top-weight NAUGHTY ANA (1) is also capable of having a say in
the finish.
SELECTIONS
BEACON TOWERS (2) – VALENTO (7) – SIR MAURICE (11) – NAUGHTY ANA (1)
R13 – PRIX DE DECIZE – 2000m (a1 1/4m) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 15.000
1. GANIBET – Well beaten and a disappointment in his first handicap. Dropped to a claimer and
could bounce back to score
2. L’ENFANT TERRIBLE – Has won all three claimers he has run in so far. This is a tougher ask
but is distance suited and would not be a surprise winner
3. AIR KISS – Fair first two starts and won a course and distance claimer last time out. Tougher
task this time but can follow up
4. GRAND KISS – Has yet to win a race and she was well beaten in her last two handicaps. Drops
to a claimer but others are preferred
5. VARENNA – Much improved this year and has won three of last five starts. This is a tougher
race but is not out of it
6. SNUGGLES – Disappointed in first three starts but showed her best side by scoring a claimer
last time out. Could play a minor role
7. LINFASOMMER – A winner of all three claimers she has participated in including over this course
and distance last time out. Deserves the utmost respect
Summary : A strong claimer with many arriving for this in good form. AIR KISS (3) won a course
and distance claimer and should have more to offer. LINFASOMMER (7) is unbeaten in three
claimers and has also won over this track and trip so will be a danger. GANIBET (1) seems better
than a disappointing last run and could bounce back trying a claimer. L’ENFANT TERRIBLE (2) is
another that is unbeaten in three claimers and has a winning chance.
SELECTIONS
AIR KISS (3) – LINFASOMMER (7) – GANIBET (1) – L’ENFANT TERRIBLE (2)
R14 – PRIX MAURICE DE NEXON – 1850m (a1 1/8m) – TURF – Condition Race Qualifier – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 14.000
1. THE MANAGER – Unreliable and has been a bit disappointing since winning on the PSF in
January. Distance suited and could finish in the money
2. DUELIST – Much improved this year. Distance suited and is in good form and should fight out
the finish
3. IPHITOS – Unreliable but does win every now and then. A good win at this course last time out
and can follow up if in the same mood
4. GREYWAY – Disappointing of late and his last two wins were on the PSF. Unreliable but is
capable of winning
5. FEUERHERZ – Disappointing last two runs and has yet to win a race but could like being on the
turf this time and may be the surprise package of the race
6. VILLA DARYA – Won debut in 2021. A bit disappointing since then but has been fair of late and
has a winning chance in this line-up
7. POP LIFE – Both her wins were claimers in 2022. Drops in distance and it could spark some
improvement. Watch
Summary : DUELIST (2) is much improved this year and is distance suited so could be the one to
beat in a small but competitive field. VILLA DARYA (6) has been fair of late and could contest the
finish once again. IPHITOS (3) won well at this course last time out and can follow up if in the same
mood. GREYWAY (4) probably prefers the PSF but is not of it either.
SELECTIONS
DUELIST (2) – VILLA DARYA (6) – IPHITOS (3) – GREYWAY (4)
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