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France Race Card – 19th August
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R1 – PRIX DE COLLEVILLE-SUR-MER – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Claiming – Flat – EUR € 24.000
1. GOTTA SKEDADDLE – Finished a pleasing 5th in a handicap earlier this month and ought to
play a leading role in the finish on that form. Danger
2. GRADE MAKER – Was returning from a break when only finishing 5th on heavy ground at
Dieppe last time. Capable of better
3. GODESSA – Consistent for the most and was not disgraced when finishing 7th in a far stronger
race last time. Will be formidable at this level
4. BLUE RIBBON – Consistent filly with solid form references. Rewarded for consistency with a
last-start victory and can get into the picture again
5. SCAR CHOPE – Finished clear of GODESSA (3) when winning on debut but failed to confirm
that promise last time. Can do better
6. BELLAELO – Failed to confirm the promise of her debut 3rd when finishing unplaced (7th) last
time but is open to improvement. Not written off
7. GEE WHIZZER – Has already proven unreliable although seldom finishes far off the mark on a
going day. For lovers of outsiders
8. MUCHAS GRACIAS – Last-start winner who arrives in good shape, with two victories from his
last three outings. Has only a place chance though
9. CIOTOLA – Inconsistent but is not entirely devoid of ability. Has it all to do on these terms
though, so just watch for now
Summary : GODESSA (3) is presented in this category for the first time and, on the strength of
her form, should prove hard to beat. She will, however, have to thwart the likely challenge of
experienced GOTTA SKEDADDLE (1) in this quality claiming event. SCAR CHOPE (5) finished
ahead of the selection when they met in late April, so can’t be discounted. Unexposed GRADE
MAKER (2) is also capable of playing a role in the finish.
SELECTIONS
GODESSA (3) – GOTTA SKEDADDLE (1) – SCAR CHOPE (5) – GRADE MAKER (2)
R2 – PRIX DU MESNIL-OGER – 1300m (a6 1/2f) – ALL WEATHER – Divised Handicap – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 21.000
1. GEORGE THE PRINCE – Lost his form last year before a subsequent lengthy layoff and is best
watched for now on his return
2. URI – Finished a reassuring 3rd on this course last time and has always finished in the top four
on this PSF track. Winning chance
3. CERVARO – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark and is hard to trust as he is to rule
out. Dark horse
4. ANDINO – Runner-up to HYGROVE BEC (7) on this course last time (10 August), so warrants
respect here on that form. Keep safe
5. ULTIMATE FIGHT – Has proven to be very competitive off his current mark and has the means
to get into the picture. Place chance
6. ACHKI – Did not go unnoticed when finishing 6th here behind HYGROVE BEC (7) and
ANDINO (4) earlier this month. Has claims
7. HYGROVE BEC – Surprised by winning easily at this venue on 10 August. Will have a say in
the finish if confirming that improvement
8. BIENNE – Inconsistent but not incapable. Finished 4th over 1500m last time on 3 August 3 and
has claims here on that form
9. POLIVATE – Continues to struggle and not likely to buck that trend here by troubling the judge.
Others preferred
10. CALY ROSAY – Has looked rather ordinary for some time and her chances, even at this level,
appear limited. Ignore
11. LILLY BIRD – Has nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period now so can be
easily ruled out here. Overlook
12. COCO LIGHT – Nothing noteworthy to his name to warrant consideration/inclusion here so
can be easily ruled out. Overlook
Summary : URI (2) continues to blow hot and cold but does boast a good record at this course
and has shown sufficient means to finally impose himself here. He will be tested, though, by
HYGROVE BEC (7), who won with authority at this course last time. On that form, the runner-up
that day ANDINO (4) must have claims too. Veterans ACHKI (6) and ULTIMATE FIGHT (5)
complete the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
URI (2) – HYGROVE BEC (7) – ANDINO (4) – ACHKI (6)
R3 – PRIX DE JUMIEGES – 1900m (a1 3/16m) – ALL WEATHER – Divised Handicap – Class 2 – Flat – EUR € 53.000
1. UZEL – Specialist fibresand performer who will benefit from more favorable conditions here
with improved fitness on his side. Dark horse
2. JACKSUN – Reappearing following a three-month absence. Has dropped in the ratings but is
best watched foe now
3. KHOCHENKO – Inconsistent but is not incapable. Was unsuited by a lack of pace in the
reference race and cannot be written just yet having dropped 1kg
4. EXCITING – In four attempts at this course, has won and finished 4th twice. Back on his
favorite surface, proven at this value and well positioned in the gates. Player
5. ALERIO – Disappointing in two starts at this level but fully rehabilitated himself last time,
finishing 3rd in the reference race when wearing Australian blinkers. Must confirm
6. GREAT ROTATION – Met with a troubled passage when finishing an unlucky 6th in the Prix
des Collectivités Locales last time and would have done much better. Contender
7. DRAGONET – Finished 2nd in the defence of his Prix des Collectivités Locales title recently.
Arrives at the top of his games so should have a say
8. FULL PRECIEUX – Confirmed on PSF and has regained a very attractive handicap value. Has
sound claims here despite a No 15 gate
9. ANCTOT – Was not disgraced in the reference race (7th) and was supplemented to take part in
this Quinté+ off a mark 1kg lower. Outsisder
10. LEPTI PRINSADI – Out of sorts and was disappointing at Chantilly last time but, judged on his
best references, remains capable of staking a claim
11. EL MANIFICO – Competing in his 42nd Quinté+. Has struggled to maintain form or
consistency and failed to make an impression last time at this course
12. MARVANCO – Dominated in his four handicap outings so has everything to prove at this
level, even off a lower mark. Overlook
13. AUTUMN PRIDE – Last-start winner in the Quinté+ of July 23 at La Teste. Was penalized 3kg
and faces better rivals now, so is just an outsider here
14. NAMASTE – Consistent for the most part and recently ran well at this venue, albeit in a lesser
event. Tough task from a wide draw
15. AMI SOLEDAD – Recent winner of a lesser handicap on this course. Competing in his first
Quinté+ and looks to be up against it
16. LETTY’S MARVEL – Comfortable on the PSF and recently returned to winning ways on this
course. Has proven himself at this value but will need luck in running to give his full potential
Summary : GREAT ROTATION (6) was unable to deliver his challenge in the key reference race
last month when finishing 6th with a lot of running left, so is taken to make amends here if he is
able to fully express himself this time. EXCITING (4) is suited to racing on this surface and
represents a stable in good form, thus must be included on all shortlists. DRAGONET (7), who
fared best (2nd) of these runners in the reference event, is also capable of fighting for victory.
Despite an awkward No 15 stall, FULL PRECIEUX (8) has the means to stake a claim too. LEPTI
PRINSADI (10), LETTY’S MARVEL (16) and even UZEL (1), a sand track specialist, complete the
shortlst.
SELECTIONS
GREAT ROTATION (6) – EXCITING (4) – DRAGONET (7) – FULL PRECIEUX (8)
R4 – PRIX DU CALVADOS – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Group 2 – Group – Flat – EUR € 130.000
1. ORNELLAIA – Confirmed the promise of her debut 3rd by winning last time and should have
more to offer. Cannot be taken lightly
2. LAULNE – Completed a hat-trick of wins with an impressive [performance in the Group III Prix
Six Perfections last time. Hard to beat
3. LES PAVOTS – Finished 3rd behind Ramatuelle and Zorken at Group III level in mid-June.
Effective on the straight course
4. TIFFANYLI – Promising 4th on debut and proved that was no fluke by winning last time. More
than likely to make further improvement
5. CLASSIC FLOWER – Runner-up to LAULNE (2) last time from an unfavourable starting berth.
Bidding to avenge that defeat
6. LES BLEUS – Finished a commendable 3rd at Group III level last Saturday and has claims
here on that form. Keep safe
7. ECLAIRE LA VIE – Consistent for the most part and has sound form references but is
vulnerable to less-exposed rivals
8. QUORATE – Improved with the benefit of experience to finish a pleasing 3rd last time and
ought to take another step forward here
Summary : An authoritative winner of the Group III Prix Six Perfections, LAULNE (2) seems
more than capable of winning again for the fourth consecutive outing. She will, however, have to
pull out all the stops to thwart CLASSIC FLOWER (5), who was an eye-catching 2nd last time.
LES PAVOTS (3) can join that fight for victory too, with British filly LES BLEUS (6) best of the
rest.
SELECTIONS
LAULNE (2) – CLASSIC FLOWER (5) – LES PAVOTS (3) – LES BLEUS (6)
R5 – PRIX DE POMONE – 2500m (a1 9/16m) – TURF – Group 2 – Group – Flat – EUR € 130.000
1. BAIYKARA – Finished 3rd in a Listed race at Clairefontaine last month returning a break.
Capable of better with improved fitness on her side
2. WONDERFUL TIMES – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to
trust and is for another day
3. MELO MELO – Undoubtedly preparing for later Group I commitments but has proven herself
when racing fresh and has sufficient means too. Respect
4. MANISHA – Consistent for the most part and boasts sound form references, so ought to make
her presence felt once more
5. VOODOO QUEEN – Makes her debut on French soil boasting solid form references from
across the Channel to her name. Lurker
6. WINEMA – Gaining momentum recently and could get a look in here if stepping up on that
form. Place chance
7. ALPENBLUME – Unreliable last-start winner who remains capable of staking a claim in a race
of this nature. Outsider
8. LA MEHANA – Smart filly who has run her best races on good ground, which she should
enjoy/encounter here. Has obvious claims
9. GOLDEN LYRA – Has been quiet this year but did win a Listed event at Saint-Cloud last fall,
albeit on heavy ground. Outsider
10. OTTERY – Last-start winner when stepping up to this distance at Chantilly and has the means
to get the better of older rivals
11. HEARTACHE TONIGHT – Finished 4th in the Group I Prix Saint-Alary in the spring, but is not
likely to get her preferred ground conditions here. Capable nonetheless
Summary : Older horses have won the last two renewals of this Group II event but look up
against it here against here against their smart three-year-old rivals. OTTERY (10) has found her
right distance now and will be tough to beat with HEARTACHE TONIGHT (11), a half-sister to
Wonderful Tonight, likely to pose the biggest threat. LA MEHANA (8) usually runs well on good
ground, so could get into the picture. MANISHA (4) and MELO MELO (3) come next.
SELECTIONS
OTTERY (10) – HEARTACHE TONIGHT (11) – LA MEHANA (8) – MANISHA (4)
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